Manchester Community Schools’ art show returns (photos)
article and photos by Sara Swanson and Marsha Chartrand Manchester Community Schools held their first art show since 2019 at the Manchester District Library (MDL) last week, culminating in a public reception Friday evening. Featuring art from students in grades young 5s–12, there was, as one attendee put it, “art in every square foot of […]
Washtenaw County to host racial equity and social justice town hall in District 3
submitted by Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners Leadership from the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners, the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office, and the Washtenaw County Sheriff will come together for a Racial Equity and Social Justice Town Hall at Saline City Hall. Since the formation of the Racial Equity Office in 2018, Washtenaw County has focused […]
May is Mental Health Month: What strategies can we use to improve our mental health?
submitted by Anna Webber, SRSLY Manchester People often set goals around their physical health, like working out a certain amount of times each week, eating healthier, and making sure to have their yearly check-ups with their doctor, to name a few. With continued practice, these strategies can help people reach their physical goals and maintain […]
Letter to the Editor: Flower Garden serves first customer in new location
April 25, 2023 To the Editor: This afternoon, just by chance, I walked into the recently relocated Flower Garden! It’s a great space with lots of light from the windows and very tall ceilings! Susie had a customer come in and, as she was making an arrangement for him, I took a picture. I think […]
Proposal to ban solar developments on farmland withdrawn amid confusion
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) A Howell-area mushroom grower wants Michigan voters to ban large-scale solar on Michigan’s farmland. But what counts as large-scale? And what would a ban mean for farmers who already have solar panels on their land? Those questions tripped up members of the State Board of Canvassers Friday as they considered […]
A new Michigan legislative committee on mental health gives parents hope
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Please help. I’m in the emergency room. My child is trying to kill me … They want to send us home. Please help. What kind of locks can I put on the inside of my younger children’s doors so my older child doesn’t kill them? The messages that come though […]
Michigan Democrats eye hate crime reform, look to add LGBTQ protections
by Yue Stella Yu (Bridge Michigan) After adding LGBTQ protections to the state’s anti-discrimination law, Michigan Democrats are eying the next area of civil rights reform: Hate crime laws. A trio of Democratic lawmakers, along with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, introduced legislation Wednesday morning to expand the definition of a hate crime in state law, […]
Obituary: Gerald Zeller
Gerald K. Zeller, an Air Force veteran, passed away peacefully May 1, 2023, at home at the age of 74. He is survived by his loving wife, Ethel; children, Michelle (Brian) Price of Stockbridge, Gregory Zeller of Flat Rock, and Gwen Zeller of Flat Rock; brothers, Blaich Zeller and Bryce (Ann) Zeller; sisters, Darlene Newport […]
Manchester Township discusses future planning, blight, and road conditions
by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the April 11 township board meeting. Also present was fire chief Bill Scully; Georgia Frost from Rep. Debbie Dingell’s office; Shannon Beeman, county commissioner; and several other members of the public. Georgia Frost is a field representative for U.S. Representative Dingell and came to let the […]
Library to host a Manchester family paint party
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is excited to host Paint Parties To Go for all-ages painting fun on Saturday, April 29. This guided painting project will begin at 10:30am in the Village Room at 912 City Rd. No previous painting experience is required. Participants can choose either an 11” […]
