Obituary: Ruth Audrey Grossman Goodell
Ruth Audrey Grossman Goodell, a lifelong resident of Manchester, went to her heavenly home on October 17, 2018 at the age of 93. Ruth was born October 31, 1924 to George and Matilda (Schaible) Grossman. She was a 1942 graduate of Manchester High School. She married George Goodell on May 6, 1944. He preceded her […]
Church installs little free pantry to fight food insecurity in Manchester
If you have parked in the Manchester United Methodist Church’s parking lot for a sporting event or to pick up children after school from Klager, you may have noticed a new wooden cupboard at south east corner of the church. This is their blessing box. It was built by a church member, installed near the […]
DDA announces new downtown beautification award
The Manchester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) announced last week the creation of the Downtown Beautification Award! The DDA explained that they want to recognize the Village of Manchester businesses, nonprofits, and churches whose property reflects their community pride “through upgrades to the physical appearance of their storefronts, enhancing the atmosphere and aesthetics of the village.” Anyone […]
Spiegelberg launches write-in campaign for 52nd District State Representative seat
Teresa Spiegelberg grew up in Sharon Township and today lives near Pleasant Lake. She graduated from Manchester Community Schools and Adrian College, has worked for the past 30+ years in health care, and is running for the State House of Representatives in the 52nd district as an independent and a write-in candidate. Spiegelberg stated, “I […]
Village prepares for Halloween
On Wednesday, October 31st, Manchester will celebrate Halloween! Trick or treating runs from 5 to 7 pm in the Village. The Chamber of Commerce, with help of many community volunteers, will be handing out free caramel apples at the gazebo in Wurster Park on Main Street, and the Manchester Lions Club will offer pumpkin bowling nearby. The Friends […]
October 3rd Thursday line-up!
The last of this summer’s 3rd Thursday events is happening this Thursday, October 18 in downtown Manchester! Special events happening from 4 to 8 pm include the Artist, Makers & Vendors Market on Adrian Street; hayrides through town sponsored by River Raisin Antiques; Alber’s Cider & Donuts Sale benefiting the Kiwanis Club of Manchester; Manchester Rocks with paint and hide […]
More opportunities to explore Dear Womanhouse
Between the Artists, the musical group, Musique Noire and the visitors, The Art Kettle held a successfully opening for Dear Womanhouse, What now? on Friday night! If you missed the opening, you can still come explore the two-story exhibit, which is open to the public through Nov 16th on Fridays from 6 to 9 pm, Saturdays from […]
Dairy Queen’s last day will be fundraiser for CRC
Manchester Dairy Queen’s last day of the season will be Monday October 22nd. This will also be their annual fundraiser for the Community Resource Center (CRC). 100% of every dollar received that day will be donated to the CRC. Last year Dairy Queen owners, Jeff and Crystal Fahey raised $1,200 for the CRC, despite cold and rainy weather. When the business […]
Holiday shopping at last Farmers Markets of the season
Manchester Farmers Market manager Laura Wohlgemuth is encouraging everyone to come out to Manchester’s last two farmers markets of the season on October 18th and October 25th! “We are encouraging getting some holiday shopping done before the rush!,” she stated. “We will have several different crafters as well as canned items that make the perfect […]
