MAHS to provide historical expertise at Let’s Gather event
by Sara Swanson As Heather Rathburn, organizer of the now-annual Let’s Gather event at the Mottice Homestead in Sharon Township, prepares for this weekend, the Manchester Area Historical Society (MAHS) is preparing, too! They will be providing docent services and demonstrations at what is a combination craft show and an opportunity to explore a small […]
Manchester Township discusses standardizing some ordinances among municipalities served by fire department and more
by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the September 8 board meeting. Also present were fire chief Mike Kouba and a few other members of the public. Kouba provided the monthly report for August. There were 59 calls for service, including five fires, 37 EMS responses, and five hazmat incidents. Regular meetings and trainings […]
Grass Lake invites Manchester to Relay for Life alongside Dutchmen vs. Warriors game
by Sara Swanson Relay For Life of Grass Lake is coming up this Friday, September 18, in conjunction with the Grass Lake vs. Manchester varsity football game in Grass Lake, and organizers are inviting Manchester residents to come and participate. Organizer Mandy Otto states, “This year marks 20 years of Relay For Life in Grass […]
Zion Lutheran Church inviting community to Fall Kickoff
by Sara Swanson Zion Lutheran Church, located at 3050 S Fletcher Rd in Freedom Township, is hosting their Fall Kickoff on September 20. Zion’s kids’ and family ministry co-director, Courtney Nichols, stated, “Here at Zion Chelsea-Manchester, we’re celebrating our ministry year kickoff on Sunday, September 20, with a celebration worship at 10:15, followed by a […]
Men’s Club to add members to memorial plaque in Chi-Bro Park
by Sara Swanson The Manchester Men’s Club will be gathering before their member meeting on Wednesday, September 16, in Chi-Bro Park to honor three members who have passed away, Gregory Stewart, James Mann, and Gerald Ahrens. At 6pm they will be dedicating a memorial plaque, sharing stories, and taking photos. Friends and family are invited […]
Update on Scio Church Rd and Zeeb Rd roundabout
by Sara Swanson Editor’s note: While this is not technically in the Manchester area, Scio Church Rd and Zeeb Rd is one of the main paths to get to the eastern half of the county from Manchester, so many Manchester residents pass through this intersection on a regular basis. The intersection has been closed since […]
Learn about Michigan mosses and go on a mushroom hunt at the Eddy Discovery Center
Editor’s note: The Eddy Discovery Center has announced its public programs for September 2026, sponsored by the Waterloo Natural History Association. The Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center is located at 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, Mich., just 10 minutes north of Sharon Township, in the Waterloo Recreation Area. submitted by Patrick Muldoon, Waterloo Natural History Association […]
Lady Dutch varsity volleyball team defeats Napoleon
submitted by Jason Flint The Lady Dutch varsity volleyball team defeated Napoleon Thursday, September 10, in five sets: 24–26, 25–16, 25–20, 19–25, 15–13.
Explore the pilgrims of Massachusetts and pioneers of New Hampshire at the library
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator Manchester District Library’s journey through The 13 Original Colonies continues on Thursday, September 24, at 2pm, with a trip north to New England. In this class, participants will follow the Pilgrims to Plymouth, Mass., in 1620 and discover how early settlers soon made their way into […]
