Southern gospel group, Souls Harbor to perform on Friday
Victory Baptist Church will be hosting the southern gospel group, Souls Harbor, in concert this Friday evening, March 17, at 7 pm. Victory Baptist Church is located at 419 S. Macomb St. in Manchester, Gary Page, Pastor of Victory Baptist stated, “Souls Harbor has become a dear friend and local favorite, having sung at Victory […]
Sponsors sought for Sesquicentennial, and next planning meeting set
The Manchester Sesquicentennial Planning Committee is holding its next Planning Meeting on Tuesday, March 21, 7 pm at the MAHS Kingsley-Jenter House located at 302 E. Main. Organizer Ray Berg stated, “We’ll continue with defining the events, schedule and volunteer assignments for this event, to be held August 1-8, 2017 celebrating the 150th anniversary of […]
Klager Elementary 2017 Talent Show (photos)
Klager Elementary’s PTO held its 2017 Annual Talent Show last Wednesday with acts ranging from singing to tumbling to dancing to jump roping.
Obituary: Larry L. Wright Sr.
Larry L. Wright Sr. of Manchester, MI, age 80, died suddenly Monday, February 27, 2017 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Chelsea. He was born January 4, 1937 in Petersburg, Michigan, preceding him in death his parents Leo Merle & Ida Annabelle (McKeever) Wright, and brother Herbert Wright. Larry lived in Manchester for 79 years. He […]
Obituary: Thomas Gerald Eversole
Thomas Gerald Eversole, age 77, of Manchester passed away on February 24, 2017 at the Lane Purcell Hospice House in Sumterville, Florida following a brief battle with cancer. Thomas was born August 24, 1939 in Ann Arbor to Phillip and Hattie (Knickerbocker). On December 6, 1958 he married Beverly Green in Manchester and she survives. […]
150 years ago this week…
This year, 2017, marks the 150th anniversary of the incorporation of Manchester as a village. A significant change also took place 150 years ago this week that affected the course of the University of Michigan, helping to shape it into the institution that effects many of our lives daily. Although we are 30 minutes away […]
Klager teacher to retire & follow her dream …by opening downtown antique shop
One topic of frequent discussion among residents who spend time downtown, is what to do about the vacant store fronts. While some of the recent additions like March Hare didn’t make it, others like Dandy Lion and Over the Edge are thriving and Unforgettable Photos just moved back to street level, there is more news on […]
Vintage baseball to return to Manchester Village
This summer, during the first week of August, the Village of Manchester will be holding its very own 150th birthday party, the Sesquicentennial. As a part of the week-long celebration, sports and history lovers are planning a vintage baseball tournament made up of local teams. “What local teams?” you ask. The newly appointed Manchester Vintage […]
Manchester Girl Scout troops come together to celebrate World Thinking Day
Four of Manchester’s Girl Scout Troops came together Friday evening to celebrate World Thinking Day. Ambassador Troop 41773 made up of 9th & 10th graders, Brownie Troop 40518 made up of 3rd graders, Brownie Troop 40673 made up of 2nd graders and Daisy Troop 40216 made up of 1st graders and kindergartners, as well as leaders […]
Community Resource Center – Not just a hand out, a hand up!
submitted by Laura Seyfried, director For nearly 29 years the Community Resource Center (CRC) has been serving individuals and families in need by offering effective programs that improve their lives, promote volunteerism, and enhance the welfare of the Manchester community. Ultimately, the goal of the CRC is to offer a hand up, not just a […]
