St. Mary to offer Alpha Course this fall
This fall, St. Mary will be opening its doors to the community of Manchester as it offers its first Alpha Course. St. Mary’s Director Religious Education, Melissa Yekulis explained, “Alpha Courses are designed for anyone interested in learning about Jesus and God. You do not need to have prior knowledge of any religion to attend, […]
Schaible re-elected to United Producers’ board of directors
Manchester’s Dan Schaible was re-elected to the board of directors for United Producers Inc. effective June 21. As a director, he will represent the members of District 8, southeast Michigan, for a three-year term on the board of directors. Elected during UPI’s district delegate meeting, he will help govern one of the largest livestock marketing […]
Manchester student receives Master of Arts from East Tennessee State University
This spring, East Tennessee State University conferred nearly 1,900 degrees in two commencement ceremonies, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, on May 6, 2017. The list of graduates included Manchester’s Jennifer Lynn Stautz, who received her Master of Arts.
Roadwork update – week of 7-17-17
This week, the Washtenaw County Road Commission will be milling and resurfacing Scio Church Road between Gunther Rd and Steinbach Rd on Wednesday, July 19th. Scio Chuch Road will be closed along that stretch with a suggested detour from Gunther Rd to Liberty Rd to Steinbach Rd. Also starting Wed., further east on Scio Church Road, the Road […]
DNR considers new firewood policy for Michigan State Parks
In any given week in July, it’s likely someone you know is camping, and it’s possible you are planning a camping trip still, yourself this summer. If the campground is in a Michigan State Park, this may be the last summer you will be allowed to bring in outside firewood. Currently the DNR is considering implementing a […]
Abigail & Lillian Diuble named 2017 Youth Volunteers of the Year by Governor Snyder
Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the 49 winners of the 2017 Governor’s Service Awards. Manchester’s Abigail & Lillian Diuble were two of the 7 children recognized as 2017 Youth Volunteers of the Year! “These individuals and organizations are role models for other people to follow. The impact they have on other people’s lives is incredible,” Snyder said. […]
MHS student & bassoonist, Cozette Cecconie to bring unique concert to Manchester
submitted by John Woodford, Washtenaw Community College Band Thanks to Manchester High School senior Cozette Cecconie, two prominent musical ensembles will present a joint free concert in the high school auditorium, 20500 Dutch Dr., at 7:30 pm, Thursday, July 27. “I play bassoon in the Washtenaw Community Concert Band in Ann Arbor,” Cozette says, “and […]
West Nile Virus found in Washtenaw County – report dead birds
Last week Washtenaw County Public Health encouraged residents to take measures to reduce the spread of West Nile virus. This warning was prompted by a dead green heron found in the Ypsilanti area testing positive for West Nile. High numbers of dead birds can indicate that the virus is active in a particular area, so report any dead […]
Western Days at Sharon United Methodist Church
Sharon United Methodist Church invites everyone to come out on Saturday, July 22, from 4 – 8:30 pm for a special afternoon of fun, worship, food and country music. The event will feature an outdoor worship service presented by Western Days Ministries, reasonably priced ‘chuck wagon’ style food, lasso lessons, a branding demo, face-painting, and a free concert by recording […]
Farmers Market moving to the Fair this week
The Manchester Farmers Market, which runs every Thursday from 3:30 to 7 pm all summer long, will be relocated to the Fair Grounds this Thursday. Instead of Chi Bro Park, they will be setting up under the main pavilion at Alumni Field, on the corner of Vernon Street and Wolverine Street. Admission is free if you are […]
