Sara Swanson

Show off your hobbies and collections at the Fair!

submitted by Sandra Wiitala The 79th Manchester Community Fair is fast approaching, and that means we have three more weeks to gather projects (or work on some new ones) for entry in the Exhibit Building at the Fair! This is an opportunity for Adults and kids to show off your cool collections, your unique hobbies, […]

 Sara Swanson

Teijin Automotive Technologies in Manchester recognized with safety award

submitted by Kim Zitny, Teijin Automotive Technologies Teijin Automotive Technologies announced the winners of its eighth annual Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Awards program. Teijin’s Manchester facility, located on West Austin Road in Manchester Township, was one of five facilities awarded the 2023 EH&S Sustainability Award. This is the top award, given only to facilities […]

 Sara Swanson

Gazebo Concert this week: Brad Frey

by Sara Swanson The free Thursday Gazebo Concert Series continues this week. Bring chairs or a blanket to sit on and come listen to Brad Frey in Wurster Park this Thursday, July 18, from 7pm to 8pm, as he plays his keyboard and performs songs by rock classics like Jerry Lee Lewis. Rain location is […]

 Sara Swanson

Dan Budd appointed to fill vacant school board seat

by Sara Swanson At the June 12, 2024, Manchester Community Schools Regular Board of Education Meeting, the board accepted the resignation of board secretary Jeff White. After posting the opening, receiving applications, and conducting interviews, they selected Dan Budd to fill the vacant seat. Budd will be sworn in as a board member and take […]

 Sara Swanson

Photos: Driving tour stops in Manchester for lunch

by Sara Swanson If you tried to drive through downtown Manchester on Saturday afternoon, you may have been surprised to discover Main Street closed off and traffic routed around. You may have been even more surprised to discover cars parked in both lanes. Sunday was the annual Concours d’Elegance in Northville, a prestigious car show […]

 Sara Swanson

WCHD pop-up clinic coming to the Farmers Market

by Sara Swanson The Washtenaw County Health Department (WCHD) will be returning to the Manchester Farmers Market on Thursday, July 25, from 3:30pm to 6pm. They will be able to give vaccines, provide referrals, and perform other clinic services. You must call WCHD at (734) 544-6700 to schedule vaccines and other services before noon the […]

 Sara Swanson

Still time to join Manchester High School Equestrian Team

submitted by Lydia Coval, coach, Manchester High School Equestrian Team The Manchester High School Equestrian Team is gearing up for their season to begin. The district meets are held at Lenawee County Fairgrounds on August 25, September 8, and September 15. If any high school student is interested in joining, there is still time! Please […]

 Sara Swanson

$50 adoption fee this month at Humane Society of Huron Valley

submitted by Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV)  From July 8 to 31, adopting an adult cat or dog (over 6 months of age) at HSHV will only be $50, thanks to sponsorship from BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness. “Empty the Shelters” will be taking place in […]

 Sara Swanson

Read to a dog at the library!

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) invites readers ages 6–9 to read to a dog on Wednesday, July 24, with appointments starting at 11am. This is a great opportunity for emerging readers to gain a positive attitude toward books and build self-confidence in their skills by reading to a […]

 Sara Swanson

Learn how to make soap the natural way

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is excited to host Deborah Heskett from Manchester’s own Heskett Haven Farm on Tuesday, July 16, at 6pm in the Council Chambers at 912 City Rd. Participants will learn about the process of making soap using only natural ingredients. A Q&A will follow the […]