WCRC: Roadwork in our area this week
by Sara Swanson This week Washtenaw County Road Commission will be working in our area in Manchester and Sharon Township. In Manchester Township, Schleweis Rd between Bowens Rd and Boetger Rd will have intermittent lane restrictions through May 6 for forestry. In Sharon Township, local and primary soft-surface roads will have intermittent lane restrictions through […]
Obituary: Paul Wayne Reinhart
Paul Wayne Reinhart, 82, of Brooklyn passed away at home April 26, 2024. Paul’s family and friends will gather 10am–11am for visitation, Tuesday, April 30, at Manchester United Methodist Church. His funeral service will begin at 11am, Tuesday, April 30, at Manchester United Methodist Church. Pastor Susan Hitts will serve as celebrant. Paul was born […]
Probe of wolf shot in south Michigan, far from habitat, focuses on trap wounds
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) MARSHALL — The criminal investigation into the January killing of a wolf in southern Michigan — far from its known habitat —includes evidence suggesting it may have been injured by a foothold trap in the weeks before it was shot. The death of the endangered animal near Marshall has puzzled investigators, who question whether […]
Who is running against Debbie Dingell in Michigan’s 6th Congressional District?
Editor’s note: This story was corrected June 22, 2024, to accurately reflect information about Heather Smiley. A previous version incorrectly attributed to her some details about a different political candidate with the same name. by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell is the favorite for a sixth term in Congress. The Ann Arbor […]
Michigan fishers are warned about harmful algae ahead of trout season
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s trout fishing season opens on Saturday, and the state is advising people to avoid picking up “aquatic hitchhikers” as they head for the waters. Various trout species, from rainbow to brown trout, can be found in the Great Lakes. But an invasive species of algae found in streams continues to […]
MHS Mountain Bike Team proposes formation of new Manchester trails
by Sara Swanson Manchester High School has a new high school mountain bike team! The Rolling Dutch team is open to 6th through 12th graders this year and is coached by Christian Burrell, who has more than 10 years of experience coaching high school mountain bike teams in three different states (Utah, California, and Idaho). […]
Project RED (Rural Education Days) this week!
submitted by Nancy Thelen The 34th annual Project RED (Rural Education Days) will be held April 23, 24, and 25, 2024, at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds. This activity is sponsored by Washtenaw County MSU Extension, Washtenaw Conservation District, Washtenaw County Farm Bureau, and the Washtenaw Farm Council, with support and partnership from many agricultural […]
Manchester track recap: Napoleon Invitational and Napoleon-Michigan Center Dual
submitted by Michael Coltre, Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program coach The Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program is off to a great start! On Friday, April 12, the Dutch traveled to the highly competitive Napoleon Invitational. The Boys’ team finished in 8th place out of 15 teams. The shorthanded Girls’ team finished […]
Digital Dislocators make it into finals at Worlds!
submitted by Andy Galicki, Manchester Digital Dislocators The official 2024 season has finally come to an end, but the Digital Dislocators have ended it on a high note! This week the team traveled all the way to Houston, Texas to take part in the FIRST Robotics World Championship where 600 teams from around the planet […]
Ace Hardware holding grand opening
4-22-2024 Editor’s note: The Grand Opening dates changed after the publication of this article. The original version of this article stated the opening was April 26 through April 28. It is now scheduled for May 10 through May 12 and the article has been updated to reflect that. by Colleen Schoenfeld As most are aware, […]
