5HF handing over operation of the Manchester Wellness Center to schools
Last weekend rumors began circulating the community about the future of the Manchester Wellness Center. On Monday, a letter went out to members, stating that Manchester Community Schools (MCS) will be taking over management of the Manchester Wellness Center (MWC) from 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF). 5HF and MCS released a joint statement, “For eight […]
March brings new youth services librarian, student art show, and more
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is delighted to welcome a new staff member this month. Stacia Serafin will come on board as the new MDL Youth Services Librarian on March 1st. Stacia received her undergraduate degree from Siena Heights University and will complete her master’s degree in Science and […]
Ash Wednesday is this week
submitted by St. Mary Church, Manchester This week, Wednesday, Feb. 26 is known as Ash Wednesday because of the long tradition of beginning Lent by having ashes imposed on the forehead in the sign of the cross. It is not at all uncommon to see your friends and neighbors that day with dark smudges of […]
Update: Manchester K-8th talent show postponed
2-27-20 Update: Due to illnesses and conflicts, the talent show is being rescheduled. Come see our community’s talented kids! Students from Manchester Community School’s kindergarten through 8th grade are performing a talent show on Friday, February 28 at 6 pm in the Riverside Intermediate School cafeteria. The public is invited to attend and there is […]
Obituary: Norman Oscar Walz
Norman Oscar Walz, age 87, of Brooklyn (formerly of Manchester), passed away peacefully Saturday, February 22, 2020, with loving family by his side. He was born May 28, 1932, in Jackson, Mich., to Oscar and Daisy Walz. Norm began his legacy at a young age. He served in the Korean War; and became a one-of-a-kind […]
Manchester Underground presenting Annie Palmer, Kari Holmes, and Shannon Lee
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Manchester Underground presents a panel of amazing singer songwriters on March 21st to share the stage on the lower level of the Shoppes of Alber Mill, located at 201 East Main Street. Annie Palmer, Kari Holmes, and Shannon Lee will take turns performing songs and discussing the importance, history […]
American 1 contributed over $1 Million to its communities in 2019
submitted by American 1 Credit Union American 1 has been putting community first through sponsorships, donations, major gifts, and volunteer efforts since they were founded in 1950. “We want to create a lasting impact in the communities we serve,” said Martha Fuerstenau, President/CEO of American 1. “American 1 and our Board of Directors are passionate […]
State warns of scammers posing as health officials in Washtenaw
from Washtenaw County Sheriff Office Telephone scammers are posing as human services officials and attempting to steal personal information from unsuspecting Michigan residents, warns Attorney General Dana Nessel, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Robert Gordon and the Michigan State Police. Officials have received multiple complaints from residents who have been contacted […]
Public Notice: Bridgewater, Freedom, Manchester and Sharon Townships
NOTICE OF ELECTION FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2020 BRIDGEWATER, FREEDOM, MANCHESTER, AND SHARON TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF BRIDGEWATER, FREEDOM, MANCHESTER, AND SHARON TOWNSHIPS: Notice is hereby given that a Primary election will be held in Bridgewater, Freedom, Manchester, and Sharon Townships on Tuesday, March […]
Michigan ballots loaded with tax requests in primary GOP voters may skip
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) The Breen Township ballot is stuffed. When voters in Michigan’s tiny Upper Peninsula town of less than 500 residents cast ballots in the March 10 presidential primary, they’ll also help decide the fate of nine separate tax proposals asking them to approve or renew local and county millages. The township near […]
