Get trained to become a wildflower ranger and eat the weeds!
by Sara Swanson Explore our region’s beautiful diversity of spring ephemeral wildflowers and get trained as a Wildflower Ranger through hands-on, service-learning activity removing spring invasive plants right here in Manchester on Wednesday, May 22, from 1pm to 4pm, in the Leonard Preserve. Learn the basics of spring edible weeds. Attend a training session, then […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER — May 2024
The May 2024 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: May 2024 Trump
Mother’s Day Tea Party at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Celebrate all women and mothers at this special Mother’s Day Tea Party centered around intentionality. On Thursday, May 9, at 6pm, meet in the upstairs lounge at Manchester District Library (MDL) to create your very own blend from a selection of individual herbs for yourself or as a […]
Library hosting two Paint Parties To Go events
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) is excited to host Paint Parties To Go for two sessions of painting fun on Wednesday, May 8. Each guided session will be held in the Village Room at 912 City Rd. No previous painting experience is required. The Kids Paint Party begins […]
WCRC: Roadwork in our area this week
by Sara Swanson This week Washtenaw County Road Commission will be working in our area in Manchester and Sharon Township. In Manchester Township, Schleweis Rd between Bowens Rd and Boetger Rd will have intermittent lane restrictions through May 6 for forestry. In Sharon Township, local and primary soft-surface roads will have intermittent lane restrictions through […]
Obituary: Paul Wayne Reinhart
Paul Wayne Reinhart, 82, of Brooklyn passed away at home April 26, 2024. Paul’s family and friends will gather 10am–11am for visitation, Tuesday, April 30, at Manchester United Methodist Church. His funeral service will begin at 11am, Tuesday, April 30, at Manchester United Methodist Church. Pastor Susan Hitts will serve as celebrant. Paul was born […]
Probe of wolf shot in south Michigan, far from habitat, focuses on trap wounds
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) MARSHALL — The criminal investigation into the January killing of a wolf in southern Michigan — far from its known habitat —includes evidence suggesting it may have been injured by a foothold trap in the weeks before it was shot. The death of the endangered animal near Marshall has puzzled investigators, who question whether […]
Who is running against Debbie Dingell in Michigan’s 6th Congressional District?
Editor’s note: This story was corrected June 22, 2024, to accurately reflect information about Heather Smiley. A previous version incorrectly attributed to her some details about a different political candidate with the same name. by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell is the favorite for a sixth term in Congress. The Ann Arbor […]
Michigan fishers are warned about harmful algae ahead of trout season
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s trout fishing season opens on Saturday, and the state is advising people to avoid picking up “aquatic hitchhikers” as they head for the waters. Various trout species, from rainbow to brown trout, can be found in the Great Lakes. But an invasive species of algae found in streams continues to […]
MHS Mountain Bike Team proposes formation of new Manchester trails
by Sara Swanson Manchester High School has a new high school mountain bike team! The Rolling Dutch team is open to 6th through 12th graders this year and is coached by Christian Burrell, who has more than 10 years of experience coaching high school mountain bike teams in three different states (Utah, California, and Idaho). […]
