Michigan bill would increase fines for drivers with loud cars
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) State Rep. Natalie Price, D-Berkley, introduced a bill in the state House on Thursday that would significantly increase fines for motorists who intentionally modify their vehicles’ exhaust systems resulting in excessively loud noise. “This is definitely beyond just being inconvenienced. This is the No. 1 thing I hear from my constituents […]
Volunteers come together for Alumni Field pavilion roofing project
submitted by Jeff Mann, Chairman/President, Manchester Chicken Broil The pavilion at Alumni Memorial Field has been in need of a new roof. It was decided that the proceeds from the 2024 Chicken Broil will be used for upgrades at Alumni Field. R.D. Kleinschmidt Co. was contacted to replace the roof, and they offered substantial savings if the […]
Twentieth Century Club to focus on National Parks next year
submitted by Diane Du Russel, Twentieth Century Club The Twentieth Century Club has completed their 2023–2024 program, “Let’s Eat.” Oh, did they have an interesting year! Started with a potluck then every month featured recipes and samples of delicious foods. There were pasties, German potato salad, assorted Jell-Os, and sweet cabbage. And finished with delectable […]
Shakespeare Club meets
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Shakespeare Club From her collection of Shakespeare videos, Rosemary Whelan enabled the club to enjoy The Merchant of Venice at its meetings on March 12 and 26. Al Pacino is the miserly albeit somewhat sympathetic Shylock, who, through the brilliant efforts of Portia (played by Lynn Collins) and the merchant Antonio (played […]
Track Team to host Annual Cornhole Tournament
submitted by Michael Coltre, Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program coach Saturday, May 4, the Manchester Track and Field Team will be hosting another fundraiser! This time it will be with the help of River Raisin Distillery as they will be doing their annual cornhole tournament. The event will start at noon, but registration […]
Manchester gathering for National Day of Prayer
submitted by Rev. Susan Hitts, Manchester United Methodist Church Since 1952, the first Thursday in May has been designated the National Day of Prayer. The Manchester Area Ministerial Association welcomes you to gather at the gazebo in Wurster Park at noon on Thursday, May 2, for a time of prayer. In the spirit of this […]
Flying Dutchmen take 2nd at Coed Royal Invitational and dominate East Jackson in home dual!
submitted by Michael Coltre, Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program coach On Saturday, the Track and Field team took home the second-place trophy in the Coed Royal Invitational at Blissfield in cold and windy conditions! Grant Johnson was named “King of the Meet” for his first-place finishes in the long jump and 300m hurdles, […]
Around the World with Math and Science Night
submitted by Melissa Yekulis, Teacher, Klager Elementary School On Friday, April 26, Klager hosted Around the World with Math and Science Night. Thanks to a passionate team of Klager and high school volunteers, families were treated to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) learning all around the world in the Klager cafeteria. Children learned about […]
Workday planned for new trails!
by Sara Swanson Work on the new trails spearheaded by the High School Mountain Bike Team and supporters is underway. This Sunday, May 5 at 1pm there will be a public work day to clean up trash in the empty lot east of Klager Elementary School, next to the Community Gardens. You can access the […]
Help pull garlic mustard at Iron Creek Preserve
from Legacy Land Conservancy Curious about Legacy’s newest preserve at Iron Creek? Want to get a sneak peek before the property is open to the broader public? Join us on Thursday, May 9, from 3pm to 5pm for an Iron Creek Preserve workday to help remove the invasive species garlic mustard. Volunteers will be hand […]
