Village Council approves forming cityhood study committee
At its December 17 meeting, the Manchester Village Council again discussed the possibility of becoming a city and voted unanimously to establish a Citizens Advisory Committee to further investigate the process. Village President Pat Vailliencourt requested that all Council members submit names of a “diverse group” of nine members–who must be village residents–to her by […]
Light from Bethlehem enhances Christmas traditions
An eternal flame (The Peace Light of Bethlehem) burns in the Nativity Grotto, Bethlehem, Israel where Jesus was born. For the past 30 years a Scout from Upper Austria fetches the International Peace Light from the nativity grotto in Bethlehem, at the site where Jesus was born. The light is then carried in two miners’ […]
Promoted to Angel
Growing up across the street from Emanuel United Church of Christ, Klager teacher Kathy (Rose) O’Mara would watch the live nativity each year and dreamed of someday being able to participate as an angel. Each year, for many years, she was cast as a shepherd. This year, for the first time, she was able to portray an angel. It’s entirely appropriate […]
Manchester couple to be honored at Conservation District’s annual meeting
Plant Pathologist Dr. David Roberts will present on the “Health of Michigan Urban Forests” at the Washtenaw County Conservation District’s 71st Annual Meeting. The meeting will be held 6 pm Thursday, January 10, 2019, at the Washtenaw County Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road. The public is welcome to attend. The meeting will also include […]
Walk to school gang celebrates the holidays
The Walk to School program celebrated a few milestones during the final week of school before Holiday Break, with several students getting prizes for completing 40 walks to school! A total of 42 days to date have been logged walking to school, and two students have participated every single day, with many more missing only one […]
Lions report highest luminaria sales in 11 years
Manchester had a great turnout of luminaria on Christmas Eve 2018, with a grand total of 3,532 candles lining the streets of the village and surrounding areas. This just barely surpassed the previously-set record of 3,510. The Manchester Lions Club, who has coordinated sales of the luminaria since 2008, sold their last kits at 4:15 pm on […]
January 2019 Student of the Month, Carson Ridenour
The January 2019 Manchester Community Schools Foundation Student of the Month for Manchester High School is Carson Ridenour. Carson is the son of Doug and Lisa Ridenour. He is the Vice President of the Manchester High School Spanish Club and a member of Future Farmers of America, Drama Club, Bow Tie Society and MHS National […]
Manchester Library offers a special lineup of events in January
submitted by Tamara Denby, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is launching 2019 with a bang, offering some great speakers and events in January. Along with the regular weekly offerings, such as Story Time, Coloring, Knit Night, and Family Game Time, the library has booked several guest speakers. At 11 am on Saturday, Jan. […]
Interested in becoming a Master Rain Gardener?
A six-week Master Rain Gardener Certification Class is being planned by the MSU Extension that will help participants design their own rain garden step by step. The class will be held from 9:30 am-12:30 pm on Wednesdays, January 9-February 13, at the MSU Extension Classroom located at 705 N. Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor. The cost for […]
Ice Safety Tips from the WCSO
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind everyone of the following ice safety tips while enjoying our frozen rivers, lakes and ponds. Things to consider before you go out: Ice conditions vary from lake to lake. Purchase a pair of ice picks or ice claws, which are available at most sporting goods stores. […]
