WCRC to resurface McCollum Road in 2025
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) announced $9.4 million in investments, improving approximately 37 miles of paved and unpaved roads across Washtenaw County during the 2025 construction season. These important projects are made possible through a combination of funding sources, including the 2025–2028 Four-Year County-Wide Roads and Non-motorized Millage, […]
January Students of the Month named at Manchester Jr/Sr High School
submitted by Carla Zygner, Manchester Jr/Sr High School Manchester Jr/Sr High School is proud to announce their January Students of the Month. These students have gone above and beyond in both their academic achievements and contributions to their school community. Seventh grader Cassidy Hieber is a respectful, hardworking student. Cassidy turns in all of her […]
Free tax help comes to Manchester
submitted by Carol Wotring, director, CRC Local residents can access free tax preparation services now until April 3 through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a joint initiative by Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC), United Way of Southeast Michigan, and the Accounting Aid Society. Our dedicated CRC volunteers have received specialized IRS training as […]
Brett Brothers sets personal records at Napoleon powerlifting competition
submitted by Lisa Brothers Brett Brothers, a junior at Manchester Jr/Sr High School, competed in his first powerlifting competition at Napoleon High School on February 1, 2025. Brett competed as an individual representing Manchester High School in the 220-pound weight class. He came in fourth out of seven, moving 1,010 pounds combined in the squat, […]
New weight restrictions on Sharon Hollow Road bridge
from Washtenaw County Road Commission Effective Friday, February 7, 2025, the Washtenaw County Road Commission has reduced the load rating on the Sharon Hollow Road bridge over River Raisin, between Sharon Valley Road and Bethel Church Road in Sharon Township. It has been reduced to 42/67/76 due to structural deterioration. A schedule for maintenance at […]
After-school art program returns in honor of Random Acts of Kindness Week
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library In honor of Random Acts of Kindness Week, Manchester District Library will have supplies to make friendship bracelets, kindness rocks, and seed bombs using native Michigan wildflowers. What can you create to bring joy to someone in your life, or even a total stranger? Find out on Friday, […]
Seasonal tea tasting at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Samantha Musil, owner of local tea company S*TEA*P, for a seasonal tea tasting on Saturday, February 22, at 11am in the Village Room. Participants will sample five seasonally flavored tea blends while learning about various tea types and brewing methods. Recommended for […]
MDL Adult Book Club will discuss the works of Annie Ernaux
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club will meet on Wednesday, February 19, to discuss the works of Annie Ernaux, winner of the 2022 Nobel Prize for Literature. Club members can choose from a selection of available titles. This is the book club’s translated works selection for […]
Ernest named to fall NMU’s 2024 dean’s list
submitted by Northern Michigan University Northern Michigan University has announced the dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. The dean’s list recognizes those undergraduate-level students who have achieved a high scholastic standing during the regular academic year. Holden Ernest from Manchester qualified with a grade point average of 3.50–3.99. Northern Michigan University is a public […]
