Manchester United Methodist to celebrate Rev. Aaron Kesson’s ministry
After nearly five years at Manchester United Methodist Church (MUMC), the Rev. Aaron Kesson and his family will be moving on to share their talents with two congregations in the Flint area. Among his assignments at Durand and Swartz Creek, both of which will be half-time positions, Pastor Aaron, as he’s well known in Manchester, […]
Record breaking participation on Walk and Bike to School Wednesday!
Last Wednesday, May 11, was National Bike to School Day. Riders rivaled the number of walkers at Wurster Park and Chi-Bro, and many more Klager kids got off the buses at the high school to join teacher Kathy O’Mara for a walk to school. A total of 189 participants set a new record for the event, […]
Manchester Bands score high at state festival
On the weekend of April 28-29, Manchester High School hosted one of the sites of the 2017 State Band and Orchestra Festival. Bands and orchestras from around the state who earned a first division rating at the district level are invited to participate in this event. There were 20 ensembles that participated at the Manchester […]
New at the Farmers Market! – Starting this Thursday at Chi-Bro
It’s back, and it’s better than ever! Manchester Farmers Market, now in its third summer at Chi-Bro Park, has a new face, new activities, and is offering fresh ideas along with fresh produce weekly from this Thursday until late October. There are a number of new features at the Farmers Market this year, including the addition […]
Footloose plays to packed houses (photos)
The weekend of April 21-23 featured three performances of the popular musical, “Footloose.” Directed by high school teacher Janine Hawley, an extensive cast, tech crew, and pit orchestra enjoyed rave reviews for their achievements. Photos courtesy of Unforgettable Photos, Manchester.
MAYS holds opening day festivities
Manchester Area Youth Sports hosted “Opening Day” at Kirk Park on April 29. Despite cold temperatures and looming clouds, nothing could dampen the spirits of the young players who gathered with their teammates to be introduced to the community as they ran the bases. Michelle Dettling opened the ceremony with the Star-Spangled Banner, while the […]
SRSLY and Builder’s Club plan CPR classes for middle schoolers
You’re never too young to help your neighbor. That’s the lesson that the local SRSLY and Kiwanis’ Builders and Key Clubs are teaching their members. Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 25, and on Tuesday, May 9, Heather McConaughy from St Joseph Mercy Hospital–Chelsea will be conducting a CPR Class at Manchester High School. A total of 50 […]
Denim Day is Wednesday, April 26
For the past 18 years, the Denim Day campaign has been promoted each April in honor of Sexual Violence Awareness Month. The campaign was originally triggered by an Italian Supreme Court ruling in 1998. A rape conviction was overturned because justices believed since the victim was wearing tight jeans, she must have helped her rapist remove them, thus […]
