Parents rights school board campaigns lost most Michigan races
by Koby Levin, Chalkbeat & Isabel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) Conservative school board candidates who attacked public schools as incubators of “woke” ideology made inroads in local Michigan elections on Tuesday, but still lost far more races than they won. Of 121 candidates statewide recommended by two major Michigan parental rights groups, 48 won office, according to analysis […]
Michigan Legislature: Redistricting paves way for Democrats to seize control
by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) In 2018, Gretchen Whitmer won the governor’s office by just over 400,000 votes and 9 percentage points. When she took office, she was welcomed by a Legislature that was elected by the same voters but controlled by Republicans, 19-17 in the Senate and 58-52 in the House. On Tuesday, Whitmer […]
Public forum on future of Alumni Field scheduled
by Sara Swanson In 2016, Manchester Community Schools began holding meetings to determine how best to allocate the shrinking student body among the four buildings owned by the district in order to cut costs and more efficiently use the spaces. Also discussed at the time was the future of Alumni Memorial Athletic Field, the entrance […]
It’s time to Adopt-a-Family for Christmas
submitted by Mary Sue Moore, Manchester Family Service Manchester Family Service, Inc. (MFS) exists to provide aid to many families and individuals in the community. As the holiday season approaches, we seek ways to brighten their lives through our annual Christmas projects. Our popular “Christmas Adopt-a-Family” continues this year! Organizations, local businesses, and families or […]
The Winner of the e-bike is Ticket #65!
submitted by Anita Herman Halloween night in the Village of Manchester was full of excitement, hundreds of costumed beggars of all ages, fun activities, and plenty of tasty treats. From 5 to 7pm, the entire community was abuzz with a chorus of voices saying, “Hey, neighbor,“ “Happy Halloween!,“ “Trick or treat,“ and “Thank you.“ At […]
Shakespeare Club meets
submitted by Joan Gaughan, The Shakespeare Club On September 27, the Shakespeare Club of Manchester opened its 2022–23 season with lunch at the Over the Edge restaurant. The main business of the Club was to catch up on the events in each member’s life during the summer. Rosemary Whelan gave an update on the condition […]
Christmas in the Village Lighted Parade
The Manchester Christmas in the Village Lighted Parade is scheduled this year for Friday, December 2, kicking off the 2022 Christmas in the Village event. Organizations, teams, businesses, and individuals are invited to light up their vehicles, their animals, or a float, or to gather a group to walk the parade route. To participate, line […]
Don’t be alone on Thanksgiving! Free Thanksgiving meal at Chelsea Hospital
by Sara Swanson Are you going to be alone on Thanksgiving? Nobody should have to spend it alone and that is why Chelsea Hospital is bringing back their free Thanksgiving meal for those in the community, including residents of Manchester, who are alone or cannot afford one. This will be held in the Chelsea Hospital […]
SUMC invites community to help pack meals for the hungry
submitted by Sharon United Methodist Church Sharon United Methodist Church (SUMC) invites the community to join them for a meal-packing event on November 15 at 7pm at the Fellowship Hall located at 19890 Pleasant Lake Rd, Manchester, north of the Sanctuary building. Come join an assembly line of volunteers and help fill bags of rice […]
Three fall nature hikes: birding, family scavenger hunt, and fitness!
by Sara Swanson Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation will be offering three hikes in the Manchester area next weekend, all led by county naturalist Kelsey Dehring. All hikes are free of charge but must be registered for in advance. The first hike will be fall-birding themed and will take place Saturday, November 19, from 8 […]
