Upgrades due for Manchester Wastewater Treatment Plant
At last Monday’s Manchester Village Council meeting, Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Supervisor Dan Geyer along with Ted Erickson from village engineers Process Results, presented an overview of the WWTP’s needs over the next 30 or so years. Geyer reviewed the significant capital improvements and maintenance projects made to the WWTP since 2010, at a cost […]
“Porch Concerts” add to Manchester’s music scene
Music is a piece of of art that goes in the ears and straight to the heart.” After being inspired by the Waterhill Porch concerts in Ann Arbor, some Manchester residents thought it would be fun to host a similar event. Bring your own lawn chair or small blanket and spend a beautiful autumn afternoon […]
Council receives updates on city status
The topic of Manchester seeking to possibly become a city, rather than a village, at some point in the future, was again on the Village Council agenda last week. Village Manager Jeff Wallace reported on his meeting with the State Boundary Commission on September 10 and presented an updated “Home Rule City Incorporation Procedure” as […]
Equestrians head to Regional Meet
submitted by Olivia Greene The Manchester Equestrian Team has had an exciting season so far! Last weekend, we won our last district meet, giving us enough points to put us in second overall, earning our way a spot in the regional championships! We are so proud of our riders. They have all improved so much […]
Library prepares for busy fall season
submitted by Tamara Denby, Manchester District Library Autumn is in full force now. It seems like every day is at least 15 minutes shorter than the day before. But for many, fall is the best time of year. What’s not to love about crisp evenings, trees garbed in flaming reds, oranges and golds, and the […]
Walk to School program off and running
It has been a great start to this year’s Walk to School program, coordinated by Klager teacher Kathy O’Mara. Up to 60 students in grades K-6 are walking to school multiple times per week, and many junior and senior high schoolers are being spotted along the way as well! “We are getting a great turnout […]
Cristie Warren earns 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award
The 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recognizes outstanding achievements of county 4-H volunteers or groups that have exhibited excellence in 4-H youth education and leadership development. Specifically, project areas of beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, horses, horticulture, poultry, rabbits, sheep, swine, and veterinary science. Warren has had a large impact on youth and their families […]
Farm Bureau awards Outstanding Service to Agriculture
The Outstanding Service to Agriculture award recognizes someone who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and service to our local agriculture. This year’s recipients are Joe and Katelyn Packard. The leadership roles they have served over the last several years has shown true devotion to the agriculture industry. This past year Joe served as the Washtenaw County […]
Manchester youth is outstanding in agriculture
The Outstanding Involvement in Agriculture Award honors Washtenaw County youth who have shown exceptional involvement and leadership in agriculture projects. Both Future Farmers of America (FFA) and 4-H members are eligible for this award. This year’s Manchester FFA recipient is Lee Blumenauer, a senior at Manchester High School. Through FFA he has attended FFA state convention […]
Village Commissions need help
Village President Pat Vailliencourt is looking for a few good people. Due to recent resignations, the village is seeking residents to serve on the Village Planning Commission, the Village Parks Commission, and the Downtown Development Authority. Those who wish to serve on commissions may require special skills. For example, those on Village Planning Commission may […]
