Gov. Whitmer reverses support for Constitutional right to literacy
On the campaign trail last year Democratic candidate for governor Gretchen Whitmer was candid and passionate, criticizing state Republican leaders for opposing a lawsuit to ensure Detroit students have a right to literacy from their schools. “Despite what the federal court said, despite what [GOP Attorney General and then Republican governor candidate] Bill Schuette and […]
Unvaccinated student rates rise for third straight year in Michigan schools
by Magdalena Mihaylova (Bridge) The percentage of Michigan students who are unvaccinated has increased for the third year in a row, with nearly 1,000 public and private school buildings in which more than 5 percent of students haven’t had at least some childhood vaccinations in 2018-19. In some schools, more than 25 percent of the […]
A quiet memory
A cemetery is always a place of thoughtfulness and reflection. In Manchester, our own Oak Grove Cemetery is no exception. A walk through the cemetery on the afternoon before Memorial Day shows the older, tree-lined section with dozens of flags honoring veterans of days long gone by (including the American Revolution, Civil War, and the […]
Cityhood Committee hears more questions than comments, prepares for upcoming meeting with Township(s)
Last Tuesday at 7 pm, the Village’s Citizens Advisory Committee investigating cityhood held a public hearing to gather comments and hear attendees’ feelings on the Village of Manchester potentially becoming a city. Gathering public input is one of the committee’s directives and something which will feature in their eventual recommendation to the Village Council whether […]
TOPS Success
submitted by Ruth VanBogelen The local TOPS chapter has some wonderful news to share. One of our members had the 2nd highest weight loss in 2018 of all TOPS chapters in Michigan for a weight loss division 4. So who was the winner and what is TOPS? TOPS stands for Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Tamara Denby […]
Third Thursdays returning with new additions
Downtown Manchester is bringing back 3rd Thursdays this summer! Every third Thursday each month starting in June and running through September, come downtown from 5 to 9 pm to enjoy pop-up artisan and vendor markets, food specials, fun activities, live performers and businesses open late. Like last summer, 3rd Thursday activities are a great way […]
Get Fit Manchester Health Fair at the Farmers Market this week
The Manchester Farmers Market is in full swing every Thursday at Chi Bro Park from 3:30 to 7 pm. In addition to fresh produce, plants, baked goods, and handmade items, this Thursday, May 30, the Manchester Farmers Market is hosting the “Get Fit Manchester” Health Fair. Any business or organization promoting healthy living is welcome […]
MHS Awards Night: Awards presented & scholarship recipients announced
Last Thursday evening the Manchester High School held its award night for graduating seniors. The National Honor Society was honored, and scholarship recipients, Cum Laude Awards, Mr. & Ms. Dutch, and (for the first time at Awards Night) the valedictorian and salutatorian were announced. Elizabeth O’Hotzke is Manchester High School’s 2019 Valedictorian and Owen Whitney […]
State Rep. Lasinski holding Manchester Coffee Hour
State Representative Donna Lasinski will be holding a coffee hour in the Village Room, located on the lower level of Village Hall/Manchester District Library at 912 City Road on Saturday, June 1st from 10 to 11 am. Stop in and join her for coffee and conversation about the issues that matter to you.
Vernal Pools Walk & Talk
Walking through a woods in spring you may come upon a seemingly insignificant puddle. Do not be deceived, however; these “Vernal Pools,” as they are named, play host to a significant number of species. From amphibians and birds to the otherworldly Fairy Shrimp, Vernal Pools are alive with the lives of often secretive creatures. On […]
