Lawsuit could mean more pay for some Michigan caregivers, relief for families
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Thousands of Michigan families soon might find it a bit easier to hire staff to support loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Under the terms of a federal lawsuit settlement, Michiganders in the publicly-funded Community Living Support program would receive an increase in state funding to $31 an hour. The money […]
The Food Pantry Face-Off … is on!
by Marsha Chartrand For several years now, Horning Farms has worked hard to give back to the local community with their locally grown farm products. This year, they are putting a new spin on their traditional ground-beef donation program. Five local food pantries are in a fun, friendly competition to receive donations of ground beef […]
City won’t collect taxes until 2024
by Marsha Chartrand On November 7, 2023, Village of Manchester voters approved the proposed City Charter that created the City of Manchester. All filings were completed on November 15, 2023, that allowed for the newly created City of Manchester to exist. The Mayor and City Council members were sworn into office on November 20, 2023. […]
Edward Jones grants “Day of Caring” to employees
by Marsha Chartrand Tammy James, Senior Branch Office Administrator at Colleen Newton, Edward Jones Financial Advisor in Manchester, is happy to work for a company who gives its employees a paid “Day of Caring” to volunteer for a cause that’s close to her heart. On November 1, Tammy joined other Edward Jones branch employees at […]
International Education Week builds rapport
submitted by Donna Clark And the winner is — Sarah Stommen from the Junior class! To celebrate International Education Week, November 13–17, students at Manchester Junior/Senior High School had an opportunity to participate in a contest. Questions were asked during announcements and answers were collected in the office. The activity focused on information about our […]
Gather with others this Christmas
submitted by Chelsea Hospital A free Christmas meal is planned at UMHS-Trinity Health Chelsea Hospital for community members who cannot afford one. This will take place on Christmas Day (Monday, December 25) from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Members of our community who would otherwise be alone on Christmas Day or who cannot afford a Christmas meal […]
WCRC roadwork
Washtenaw County Road Commission crews are winding down this year’s projects and will be found working countywide on various roads throughout the month of December. Most of this work will involve dead tree removal and will only cause intermittent lane restrictions. A delayed start on drainage and forestry work in Freedom Township, on Esch Road […]
Anderson signs with Cleary University
Manchester student Hunter Anderson has recently signed with the Cleary University Cougars and received a scholarship to run Cross Country, Indoor Track, and Outdoor Track. Congratulations, Hunter!
Letter to the Editor: DECA thanks the community
November 27, 2023 To the Editor: I would like to thank this wonderful community for the outpouring of support for our Manchester High School DECA chapter. Frank’s Place was so very generous to open their doors and give a percentage of sales from the evening of November 8. My students showed up to help and […]
