Sara Swanson

MCS asks for community input on district needs & funding allocation

submitted by Brad Bezeau, Manchester Community Schools superintendent  Our school district is a focal point of our community, and we strive to provide exemplary programs and opportunities to meet the needs of our students and community. A strong and vibrant school system is important to community success. As Manchester Community Schools continue to look to […]

 Sara Swanson

Obituary: Joe Walter Wiseman

Joe Walter Wiseman, 63, passed away on April 16, 2023, in Morganton, N.C., after a life filled with joy and love. He was born on March 19, 1960, in Dearborn, Mich., to Jacqulyn (née Palise) and Joe Henry Wiseman. Joe was a man who loved life and lived it to the fullest. He was renowned […]

 Sara Swanson

The Seed Library is back!

by Sara Swanson After being packed away for the cold, winter months, the seed library is once again set up for self-service in the vestibule of the Manchester District Library (MDL), available whenever the library is open: Monday through Thursday, 10am to 8pm; Friday, 10am to 6pm; and Saturday, 10am to 2pm. The MDL is […]

 Sara Swanson

Obituary: Kristin Allyne Warner

Kristin Allyne Warner, 70, of Manchester passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 6, 2023. Kristin’s family and friends will gather Friday, April 28, 2023, from 12pm to 3pm at Eineder Funeral Homes — Manchester Chapel. She was born on April 22, 1952, in Tecumseh, Mich., to Nova and Marion (Medvecz) Creason. Kristin is a graduate of […]

 Sara Swanson

All-you-can-eat pancake dinner

Manchester Community Schools is holding a King Pancake Night/All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Dinner fundraiser on April 26 at the Junior/Senior High School from 5 to 7 pm. The price is $6 per person with 3 years and under free and includes pancakes, sausage, and milk. Pre-purchase tickets at https://manchester.revtrak.net/ (click on Riverside Intermediate, then click on Pancake Dinner).

 Sara Swanson

MUMC Rummage Sale

Manchester United Methodist Church, located at 501 Ann Arbor St, is holding a rummage sale this Friday, April 14, from 8am to 6pm and Saturday, April 15, from 9am to 3pm. Stop by to shop for household and kitchen items, women’s jewelry and purses, children’s toys and clothes, books, and an array of “unique” treasures.

 Sara Swanson

Obituary: Gerald Andrew Humitz

Gerald Andrew Humitz, Sr. 87, of Manchester, passed away April 13, 2023. A private interment of ashes will take place at St. Hedwig Cemetery in Dearborn Heights.  Jerry’s family and friends will gather Friday, April 21, 2023 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Eineder Funeral Homes – Manchester Chapel.  He was born on March […]

 Sara Swanson

Make Easter Eggs for local seniors

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join the Manchester District Library (MDL) for a special community service event on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. We’ll gather in the Youth Area at 4pm to make Easter eggs for seniors living in local nursing homes. This is a drop-in event. All ages are welcome to attend. Stop […]

 Sara Swanson

Adult book club to discuss ’The Book Woman‘ series

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club will meet to discuss The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek and The Book Woman’s Daughter by Kim Michele Richardson on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. These are the Historical Fiction selections for the year, and participants can choose to read one […]

 Sara Swanson

Nutritional Health series continues at Library with ‘Beans & Greens’

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) welcomes back Dr. Nia Aguirre, Naturopathic Doctor and Medicinal Herbalist, for another nutritional health clinic: Beans & Greens. Discover how greens and beans enrich the blood, strengthen the heart, and offer other healthy surprises. This make-and-take workshop will be held at 6pm in […]