Historical Society of Clinton featuring Deconstructing the Past presentation
submitted by the Historical Society of Clinton Join the Historical Society of Clinton for a presentation that will trace the history of an 80-acre parcel of land near the eastern edge of the Irish Hills in the southwest corner of Manchester Township. The future Iron Creek Preserve features a section of Iron Creek near Noggles Road. […]
Obituary: Mary Jean Riley
Mary Jean Riley, 80, from Manchester, Mich., passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. Jean’s family and friends will gather from 4pm to 8pm, on Sunday, March 16, 2025, with Rosary at 7:30pm, and from 9:30am to 10:30am, on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Eineder Funeral Homes — Manchester […]
School Board chooses superintendent search firm
submitted by Sandra Wiitala, Manchester Community Schools Board of Education On Monday, March 3, 2025, after hearing presentations from three professional firms offering superintendent search services, the Manchester Community Schools Board of Education voted unanimously to partner with Michigan Leadership Institute (MLI) to guide our district in selecting our next educational leader. Having conducted over […]
Obituary: Wayne W. Tervo
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wayne W. Tervo, a beloved brother, husband, father, and grandfather who left us on March 8, 2025, at the age of 71. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Born on January 2, 1954, Wayne was a man of unwavering dedication […]
Manchester teens invited to 5HF ice skating & pizza party
submitted by Matt Pegouskie, 5HF Winter blues got you down and looking for something fun to do? Let’s meet up at the rink and carve up the ice! Ice skating is a great way to have a good time while also staying active, and 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) has teamed up with Chelsea State […]
Obituary: Lawrence Richard Lehmann
Lawrence Richard Lehmann, 76, of Manchester, Mich., passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025. Lawrence’s family and friends will gather from 2pm to 3pm, on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Manchester United Methodist Church, 501 Ann Arbor St, Manchester, MI 48158. His funeral service will be held at 3pm on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Manchester […]
MDL Adult Book Club to read ‘Fuzz‘ by Mary Roach
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club will meet on Wednesday, March 19, to discuss Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach. This is the book club’s nonfiction selection for the year. Copies of the book are available for on-demand checkout from the library. The […]
Library hosting Kids Paint Party
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Paint Parties To Go for a Kids Paint Party on Thursday, March 30, at 3:30pm in the City Room. No previous painting experience required; adults are welcome to paint with their child. Participants can choose from one of the provided ceramics to […]
Make crystal creations at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join Miss Abby at the Manchester District Library for Crystal Creations at 3:30pm on Friday, March 21, in the City Room. Take the forces of nature into your own hands and create some beautiful and unique pieces at the library. Explore DIY methods of crystallization during this program […]
Letter to the editor: Public Act 250 of 2022 also a threat to local authority
March 3, 2025 In Thomas Quinn’s recent Letter to the Editor, he denounces state legislators for passing Public Act 233, which usurps local government’s control over locating large-scale renewal-energy facilities by changing the permitting process. Under the new process, developers can go directly to the Michigan Public Service Commission for permit approval and bypass any […]
