Worth Repeating’s February window honors “90-plus” residents
by Marsha Chartrand Worth Repeating volunteers have spent the month of February spearheading a very special project, honoring “Manchester’s Golden Treasure Residents,” specifically those 90 or better. “The idea was born out of two inspirations,” says Worth Repeating director Pat Sahakian. “Sue Fielder got the idea of honoring veterans, which was well-received in November. I […]
Wrestlers prepare for State Individual tournament
by Marsha Chartrand Last weekend the wrestlers traveled to Hudson with 12 regional qualifiers, who were trying to qualify for Individual State at Ford Field this coming weekend. "All 12 kids won at least one match, and we had eight kids qualify for states," said Coach Steve Vlcek. Vince Klapperich, who has had a great […]
Happy Birthday, Paul Whelan
"BIRTHDAYS" submitted by Rosemary and Ed Whelan The years roll by, but the one date every year which stays in one's mind, whether young or old, is one's birthday. Imagine being in a Gulag/Penal Colony in Russia, knowing that at least your family will send cards in plenty of time for your birthday. Paul loves […]
Manchester Varsity Golf tryouts to begin
Spread the word! The golf team is preparing to register for tryouts for the 2024 season. Manchester Varsity Golf tryouts will be held from 4 to 6pm, March 14–16, at Miles of Golf, 3113 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor. Email Manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com to register. All MHS students — either boys or girls — are eligible to try […]
WCSO January 2024 police services monthly report
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WCSO During the month of January there were 176 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 88 traffic stops were made, resulting in 23 citations. Noteworthy events in the City of Manchester during the month included: On January 13, a Collaboration Deputy responded to the […]
Obituary: Ellen M. Grossman
Ellen Marie (Haeussler) Grossman had a full and wonderful life filled with her passions: music, travel, and most importantly, family. She passed away at home with family at her side on February 28, 2024, from congestive heart failure. Ellen was born to Ralph and Florence (Bohms) Haeussler at the family farm in Freedom Township (Manchester) […]
Obituary: Bill Richardson
William E. Richardson, aged 76, passed away peacefully at his home in Colorado Springs, CO on December 2, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born to William Murray Richardson and Dealoris Emily (Steele) Richardson on June 25, 1947 in Tecumseh, Michigan, William “Bill” was a loving, dedicated husband, a loving father, and a proud grandfather and […]
Michigan bet big on online gambling. We’re now No. 1
by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) Michigan is the No. 1 state for online gambling after an explosive 22% jump last year, according to data compiled by the American Gaming Association and released this week. Bettors wagered a combined $1.92 billion through online gaming in Michigan last year — about $115,000 more than in No. 2 […]
Michigan’s 4-year high school graduation rate rises for second year
by Lori Higgins (Chalkbeat) and Isobel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) The state posted new graduation and dropout rates for the Class of 2023 last Friday morning. The statewide high school graduation rate was 81.77% in 2023, the second year in a row the rates have increased and a promising sign that students are continuing to recover from […]
What to know about the April 8 total solar eclipse in Michigan
by Janelle D James (Bridge Michigan) The total solar eclipse coming on April 8 will be the first one visible from Michigan in 70 years. While most people will have to drive or fly to see it, a small part of the state does fall on the edge of the eclipse’s path. A total solar eclipse occurs when the […]
