Sara Swanson

Paul Derheim named November student of the month

submitted by John Korican Our November 2017 Manchester H.S. Civic Club Student of the Month is Paul Derheim. Paul is the son of Alan and Michele Derheim. Paul is a member of the  National Honor Society, Spanish Club and a Student Mentor. He plays football, basketball and track. Paul is active with his church as a […]

 Sara Swanson

Manchester couple new Washtenaw County Young Farmer Chairs

Manchester couple, Kathleen and Matt Noggle, are the new Washtenaw County Young Farmer Chairs through the Michigan Farm Bureau Young Farmer program. Matt and Kathleen moved to Michigan a year ago to be more involved in Matt’s family’s farm. The family has been farming in Manchester since the 1880s. They are now raising corn and hay […]

 Sara Swanson

Kathy Siler honored by Michigan Farm Bureau as 2017 Agricultural Promoter of the Year

Kathy Siler has been the public voice of Farm Bureau in Washtenaw County for more than 14 years. For her efforts, Michigan Farm Bureau recognized her as their 2017 Agricultural Promoter of the Year at their 98th Annual Meeting, during the Promotion & Education lunch banquet. County communication chair and newsletter editor since 2003, Kathy has […]

 Sara Swanson

Photos: Christmas in the Village 2017

From craft shows to carriage rides to concerts to open house and a beautiful nighttime parade, Christmas in the Village offered one festive holiday event after another beginning Friday evening and ending Saturday evening. Below are photos of just a fraction! Christmas in the Village lighted parade, Friday night: Saturday: Christmas Home Tour: (Old J.A. Goodyear […]

 Sara Swanson

Photo: Cub Scout Pack #421 decorating tree in Wurster Park

 Sara Swanson

Visit with Santa or send him a letter

Missed Santa at Christmas in the Village this weekend? Santa will be in his little house on Main Street on Saturday, December 9 from 11 am to 1 pm; Saturday, December 16th from 11 am to 1 pm; and Saturday, December 23rd from 11 am to 1 pm to hear Christmas wishes and pose for […]

 Sara Swanson

Manchester Middle School 2017-2018 first marking period Honor Roll

The Manchester Middle School has reissued its 2017 - 2018 first marking period honor roll: High Honors (All A's) 8th Grade Bargardi, Anthony R Beck, Amy C Beerens, Seth D Blaine, Rachel Booth, Nathan R Burch, Elizabeth G Campbell, Collin G Cocco, Anna E Diuble, Abigail J Edwards, Maxwell D Enzer, Mya R Fountain, Hannah […]

 Sara Swanson

Church services for those feeling disconnected from holiday festivities

Christmas can be a difficult time of year. Because of this, the Manchester United Methodist Church located at is offering a special worship opportunity on Thursday, December 14th, at 7 pm, for anyone who feels disconnected with normal advent festivities - be it the loss of a loved one, struggle with a mental illness, or a weariness […]

 Sara Swanson

5HF to undergo year-long evaluation on their effectiveness

Michigan Health Endowment Fund (The Health Fund) has contracted with the Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI) to evaluate the Five Healthy Towns Project.  The year-long evaluation is scheduled to be completed by October, 2018. The 5 Healthy Towns Foundation is a tax-exempt private foundation governed by a volunteer board of directors. The foundation serves the […]

 Sara Swanson

Washtenaw Hepatitis A cases part of larger Southeast Michigan outbreak

from Washtenaw County Public Health Washtenaw County is one of multiple counties in southeast Michigan with an increased number of hepatitis A cases. No common sources of food, beverages, or drugs have been identified as a potential source of infection. Vaccination and good handwashing can help prevent the spread of illness. Vaccination is strongly recommended […]