Library offers after-school Trinkets & Treasures art project
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Come get creative with Manchester District Library on Friday, September 26, at 3:30pm in the City Room. Get a head start on Halloween costume accessories, make good luck charms to help get through the semester, or make whatever else your heart desires using Shrinky Dinks, beads, string, and […]
Hankrajewel wire art class returns to the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library welcomes back Hankrajewel—a local, one-of-a-kind metal-sculpted art line—for a make-and-take workshop on Thursday, September 25. Create a dainty initial charm with copper wire (included) or sterling silver wire ($20) as a keepsake to wear or gift. Class will begin at 6pm in the City Room […]
Public notice: Freedom Township
Freedom Township Board 11508 Pleasant Lake Road, Manchester, MI 48158 SYNOPSIS OF MEETING MINUTES September 9, 2025, Regular Board Meeting Held in person at the Freedom Town Hall Meeting called to order at 8:00pm Members present: Lindemann, Bristle, Layher, Huehl, Schaible absent-none 9 public in attendance. The board heard public comments, communications received, and […]
Michigan farmer suicide help may be endangered by state funding snub
by Ron French, Bridge Michigan Counseling and suicide prevention efforts for Michigan farmers would shrink by more than half next year if proposed state budgets are adopted. Farmers have one of the highest rates of suicide in Michigan and the nation. The state has $112,000 to fight the crisis for four years, but that money […]
Corewell Health drops gender-affirming care for minors amid federal crackdown
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Eli Newman, Bridge Michigan Corewell Health is now the second major health care system in Michigan to confirm it has discontinued gender-affirming care for […]
Michigan politicians say they face growing threats after Charlie Kirk shooting
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Jordyn Hermani, Bridge Michigan LANSING — Two Michigan lawmakers say they’ve faced death threats after what they call an out-of-context photo circulated online showing […]
Photos: Ribbon cutting precedes first home football game in newly renovated stadium!
by Sara Swanson Last Friday evening, superintendent Steve Head, and school board members Michael Tindall, Jennifer Caszatt, and Sandra Wiitala attended the athletic complex ribbon cutting ceremony before the first home football game of the season. The football players themselves cut the ribbon. The renovations, which included improvements to the track and field area, a […]
Local company's generous donation benefits CRC food pantry and Weekend Kids Meal Program
submitted by Carol Wotring, Executive Director, Manchester Community Resource Center The employees of Amcor in Manchester recently demonstrated the true spirit of community giving through an impressive food drive that collected essential items for local families in need. The company-wide effort resulted in 180 pounds of donations to support the Manchester Community Resource Center's food […]
Manchester Township Summer Taxes due date coming up
submitted by Kim Thompson, treasurer, Manchester Township Summer property taxes for Manchester Township are due no later than September 15. After September 15th, there is an interest penalty fee that will be charged. Payments are posted as received, not the date to which the check is written or postmarked. Many residents have been experiencing slow […]
Library's popular weekly events continue this fall
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Three popular ongoing programs carry on into the fall every week at Manchester District Library (MDL). Family Story Time continues with Miss Abby, Mr. Joe, and special guest readers presenting stories, music, and hands-on activities. This weekly event for the littlest readers is offered every Tuesday at 11am […]
