Whitmer signs anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ residents in Michigan into law
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s LGBTQ residents will be covered by the state’s anti-discrimination law under legislation signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Thursday. The legislation, dubbed historic by supporters and LGBTQ rights advocates, means that employers won’t be able to fire or refuse to hire a person because of their sexual orientation or gender […]
February 2023 Senior Student of the Month: Sarah De Zwaan
submitted by Manchester Jr./Sr. High School Manchester Jr./Sr. High School’s February 2023 Senior Student of the Month is Sarah De Zwaan. Sarah is the daughter of Keith and Teri De Zwaan. She has been an active member of student council for six years and was elected president both junior and senior year. Sarah was also […]
February 2023 Underclass Students of the Month
submitted by Manchester Jr./Sr. High School Students at Manchester Junior/Senior High School receive Student of the Month awards for promoting a good way of life; for working and getting along with people; for working up to their capacity; for inspiring respect for adults, peer groups, and people in authority; for promoting good citizenship; for promoting […]
Time to register for MSAs Spring Rec Soccer
submitted by Tracey Hittle, VP of Recreational Soccer, Manchester Soccer Association Soccer season is just around the corner, and registration for Manchester Soccer Association’s Spring Rec Soccer is OPEN! The season starts April 15 and runs through June 3, taking off the weekend of Memorial Day. There are three coed age divisions: U5 (birth years […]
Tea Tasting & Positive Reflections at the MDL
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth Nichole Jensen from Hand and Heartwork shared her Tea Tasting & Positive Reflections at the Manchester District Library (MDL) on Monday, March 6. Many gathered for the camaraderie and guided introspection while enjoying a sampling of locally blended, organic herbal teas! Participants were able to relax, sit, and sip while learning […]
Land assessment, management & conservation conversation coming to Bridgewater Township
by Sara Swanson Do you consider natural areas and farmlands to be assets to your community? Would you like them to remain? Then join your neighbors and Township representatives on April 17 from 6:30 to 8pm at the Bridgewater Township Hall located at 10990 Clinton Rd to learn about the benefits of and opportunities for […]
Fellowship Bingo Night at Emanuel
submitted by Emanuel UCC Emanuel Church, located at 324 W Main St, will be holding a Fellowship Bingo Night on Saturday, March 25, from 7 to 8:30pm. Coffee, water, and snacks will be provided. Cards will cost $0.25 per game with $1 special games every fifth game. Bring a friend!
Dingell to hold Western Washtenaw Town Hall in Chelsea
Manchester area’s congresswoman, Debbie Dingell, will host a Western Washtenaw town hall on Thursday, March 16, at 5pm at the Chelsea Municipal Building located at 311 S Main St in Chelsea. In addition to Dingell, State Senator Sue Shink, who represents Sharon and Freedom Townships; State Representative Carrie Rheingans, who represents Manchester, Sharon, and Freedom […]
Free Community CPR and AED training
submitted by Sharon United Methodist Church Sharon United Methodist Church is hosting a free community CPR and AED training. The training will take place on April 4, 2023, at 6pm in the church’s fellowship hall located at 19980 W Pleasant Lake Rd at the corner of M-52 and Pleasant Lake Road. This training is for […]
Dr. Seuss Day at Manchester District Library (photos)
submitted by Manchester District Library Dr. Seuss took over the Manchester District Library (MDL) on Saturday, March 4, 2023, with a special book club and costume contest. The MDL would like to extend a special “Thank you!“ to the Manchester Lions Club, who donated all the wonderful prizes for the event. All photos courtesy of […]
