Lillian Diuble recognized with international award
We reported in June that Manchester’s Lillian Diuble was recognized as Michigan’s Leo of the Year. Adding to her honors, she has recently gone on to be named International Leo of the Year. Leo stands for Leadership, Experience and Opportunity. Leos are the youth branch of the Lions Club. Lilly’s mother, Angela Diuble, herself a […]
Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners considers dissolving road commission
The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners (BOC) is currently reviewing the governance structure of the Washtenaw County Road Commission. For the past 100 years, the Washtenaw County Road Commission has been governed by three road commissioners, appointed by the BOC to serve 6-year terms. The road commissioners oversee approximately 130 staff members who are […]
Defense dominates in Homecoming win for Manchester
Editor’s Note: This week’s Flying Dutchmen Varsity Football Coverage sponsor is the Manchester Men’s Club. The scoreboard didn’t explain how lopsided of a contest it was, but the Dutch defense shone again. Manchester defeated the Hanover-Horton comets 42-17, on homecoming night in Manchester Friday, and allowed just a field goal until the fourth quarter. Yellow […]
October 2019 Student of the Month, Mary Bradshaw
Manchester Community Schools Foundation’s October 2019 Student of the Month is Mary Bradshaw, the daughter of Randy and Lori Bradshaw. Mary is a member and the secretary of the Manchester High School National Honor Society, Student Council, and Key Club. She is the Treasurer of the Manchester Thespian Society (formerly the MHS Drama Club). Mary is a […]
Manchester CROP Walk 2019 close to meeting goals!
On Sunday, October 6th, Manchester held its annual CROP Walk, just as it has every year since 1995. CROP Walk was founded in 1969, making this the 50th year. In honor of this milestone, Manchester organizers set two goals, to have 50 walkers participate and to raise $5,000. They had 52 walkers and are close […]
Nature walk at Nan Weston Nature Preserve at Sharon Hollow
Join the River Raisin Watershed Council for a nature walk in the Nan Weston Nature Preserve at Sharon Hollow on November 2nd from 10 to 11:30 am. Organizers stated, “Visit a special part of the watershed to walk the boardwalks/dirt trails through wetlands, forests, and to the river. We will explore the plants and animals […]
Zion Lutheran Church to host annual Harvest Dinner
Zion Lutheran Church, located at the corner of South Fletcher and Waters Roads, is holding its Annual Harvest Dinner (formerly Sauerkraut Supper) on Saturday, October 19th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. The menu includes: roast pork, sausage, kniffles, sauerkraut, winter squash, green beans, applesauce, pickled beets, rolls, homemade desserts and beverages. Tickets are available by […]
Public Notice: Sharon Township
The Zoning Board of Appeals of Sharon Township will hold a public hearing on a Zoning variance request for setbacks for a Pole Barn at 6600 Peckins Lane, Manchester, MI 48158. The maximum variance request is for a 17 foot setback (Sharon Township Zoning Ordinance setback requirement is 50 feet). The meeting will be held […]
Public Notice: Sharon Township
Sharon Township Ordinance Amendments PAID PUBLIC NOTICE Township of Sharon, Washtenaw County, Michigan Amendments to the Sharon Township Ordinance Authorizing Medical Marijuana Facilities and the Ordinance Prohibiting Marihuana Establishments except Medical Marihuana Facilities as Licensed by the State and Permitted by the Township Public Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, October 3, 2019, the […]
Michigan seeks to cash in on CBD craze, but hemp harvest not without hiccups
By Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) LANSING — Topical cannabidiol creams are competing for shelf space at Kroger and Whole Foods. Wellness sprays are sold over the counter in Walgreens and other national pharmacies. And Family Video is even selling CBD next to DVDs. CBD has gone mainstream, and Michigan farmers hope to cash in on the […]
