Sara Swanson

Michigan OKs $3.5B in roads spending. Much of it is going to Metro Detroit.

by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) LANSING –  Michigan will nearly double its spending on state highways and bridges over the next five years under Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s $3.5 billion bond initiative she announced Wednesday during her State of the State speech. Nearly 40 percent of the new bond proceed spending will target reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts […]

 Sara Swanson

Want a more vibrant downtown? Get involved!

At the January 20 Village Council meeting, Manchester businessman Jeff Fahey had requested to be on the agenda to make a presentation about the downtown business climate. Fahey, who is co-owner of the building that formerly housed the Manchester Pharmacy as well as the Dairy Queen/DD along the riverbank, along with a number of rental […]

 Sara Swanson

Manchester Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest

submitted by Knights of Columbus Council #4354 On Saturday, Jan 25, Manchester K of C members hosted their annual Free Throw Contest. Brother knight, Mike Coltre, along with G.K. Randy Dieter were on hand to assist brother knight, Mark Ball. This year we had six participants. Five of the six contestants were winners, as most […]

 Sara Swanson

MASCC needs a cook!

submitted by Margaret Jacob, Manchester Area Senior Citizens Council, Inc. Who is missing from these photos? Diners have arrived. Our volunteers are ready to serve the guests. But, where is the Cook? Cindy Kemner has been working for us in that capacity since the first meal of January. However, Cindy needs a replacement by the […]

 Sara Swanson

Seeking volunteers for for 2020 Math and Science Night

submitted by Klager/Riverside Math and Science Planning Committee Please join us for a fun-filled, educational evening, Friday, May 1st from approximately 6 to 8 pm at Riverside Intermediate School, 710 East Main Street, and share your interests or skills with our  community.   Each volunteer presenter will have their own classroom, and can set up informational […]

 Sara Swanson

Donna Lasinski planning 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, February 22nd from 11 am to noon. Stop in and join her for coffee and conversation about the issues that matter to you.

 Sara Swanson

Chocolate Potluck 2020 (photos)

The Manchester Ladies Society held their 7th Annual Chocolate Potluck Saturday afternoon at Manchester United Methodist Church. With savory dishes including cocoa quinoa chili, chicken mole, salad with cocoa vinaigrette dressing and a table full of innumerable sweet dishes, the close to 40 attendees had more than enough chocolate dishes to chose from! Here are […]

 Sara Swanson

Recipe: Chocolate “burgers”

Chocolate “Burgers” by Samantha and Alan Muntz To make the “burger meat,” soften chocolate of choice in a double boiler, mixing regularly until it is soft but not soupy. Remove from heat and scoop out onto parchment paper. Dust with a mix of corn starch and powdered sugar (50/50 mix), and knead/mix by hand until […]

 Sara Swanson

Public Notice: Manchester Township

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST FOR 3/10/2020 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION To the qualified electors of Manchester Township, Precincts 1 and 2 that a Public Accuracy Test for the March 10, 2020 Presidential Primary Election has been scheduled for Wednesday, February 5, at 10:00 a.m. at the […]

 Sara Swanson

Michigan wants drivers to learn to love roundabouts. It’s been a slow go.

by Joel Kurth (Bridge) WEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP—For a good hour, West Bloomfield police officer Robert Houchins recited the stats: Roundabouts are safer. They improve traffic flow and reduce serious crashes. They’re not dangerous at all, Houchins stressed. You should love them. Really. And for a good hour, his audience of senior citizens was dubious. What […]