Public Notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 1-Nov-18 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:00 p.m. All five Board members were present (quorum) with 3 citizens in attendance. Board heard citizen participation. Board approved the 4-Oct-18 meeting minutes as presented. Board approved […]
Very High Turnout in Manchester Area for Contentious Mid-Term Elections
Yesterday’s mid-term election held some surprises, not the least being the large turnout. The Manchester area precincts reported voter turnout closer to the 2016 presidential election turnout, significantly higher than the 2014 midterm turnout. Sharon township had 70.64%, up from 58.49% in 2014; Freedom Township had 72.04% turnout, up from 62.03% in 2014; Bridgewater Township had […]
“Thrilling” Halloween 2018! (photos)
Halloween in the Village of Manchester is always exciting, with trick-or-treating, caramel apples from the Chamber of Commerce, pumpkin bowling from the Lions Club, books from the friends of the library and new this year, a costume contest and other activities at the mill. What was especially notable this Halloween was a flash mob dance number to […]
Local volunteers, Manchester’s super heroes, recognized at CRC banquet
With shouts of “Shazam!” the Community Resource Center (CRC) wrapped up another year of recognizing Manchester’s brightest and best volunteers at its 31st annual banquet held Saturday night, November 3, at the Saint Joseph Mercy-Chelsea dining room. About 185 attendees enjoyed an evening of entertainment and the opportunity to honor the people who do so much […]
Veteran’s Day luncheon
Manchester American Legion Auxiliary Post 117 is holding a Veteran’s Day luncheon on Sunday, November 11th at 1 pm at the Legacy Event Center. All veterans and their families are encouraged to attend. Bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Chicken will be provided. They hope to see you there!
Detroit artist, Donna Jackson speaks at Art Kettle
submitted by Laura Earle, Art Kettle director Detroit artist, Donna Jackson, spoke yesterday afternoon to a packed room at the Art Kettle about how she uses art making to critically think through tough issues in contemporary society. Deconstructing her experiences of race, womanhood and success through her drawings, paintings and poetry, she shared how making […]
Librarian’s corner: Author Jim Harrison
The Manchester District Library will be highlighting a different author or topic each week. by Amelia Herron, Manchester District Library Jim Harrison is an author originating from Grayling, Michigan. He graduated from Haslett High School in 1956. Unfortunately, tragedy struck eight years later, when his sister and father were killed in a car accident. He […]
Correction from the Art Kettle – the use of the word “coddled”
submitted by Laura Earle, Art Kettle director The Art Kettle and the artists of Dear Womanhouse have been heartened by the response to our exhibit by some of the participants in the original 1972 Womanhouse. While filled with much encouragement and congratulations, some of the original artists took issue with the characterization of the 1972 […]
Manchester Grad writes action-thriller for teens
submitted by Janet Shurtliff Maybe there’s something in the water, but Manchester seems to have a knack for nurturing artists: musicians, painters, sculptors, theater, and writers! And now we add to the illustrious literary list of Manchester novelists: V.W. Shurtliff. This 1995 graduate of Manchester High School, known as “Vida” in his Manchester days, is […]
Manchester volunteers nominated for recognition
Every year for the past 31 years, the Manchester Community Resource Center has held a banquet at which local organizations can recognize someone for their volunteerism. In addition to the recognition each nominee receives, a few are selected by a panel of community members to receive special awards. Who will receive these special awards is kept secret until the […]
