Tears, anger at Michigan hearing on bungled tribal boarding school report
by Ron French, Bridge Michigan A taxpayer-funded report on Michigan’s tribal boarding schools — and the state’s decision to shelve the report — drew anger and tears from survivors at a House committee hearing Thursday. While there was no consensus about whether to release the report, many urged the state to budget more money for […]
Conservation, research and community collaboration aid in successful 2026 Black Lake sturgeon season
By ANNA IRONSIDE, Capital News Service LANSING — In the early morning hours of Feb. 7, roughly 653 registered anglers from 10 states gathered to participate in the 2026 Black Lake sturgeon season. Within 48 minutes, six sturgeon were caught, and anglers were told that the tightly managed season has already come to a close […]
Is St. Mary’s Fish Fry happening this year? No.
by Sara Swanson Lent began on February 18 and many Manchester residents were asking if St. Mary Roman Catholic Church would be holding their award-winning, annual fish fry on Friday. The answer is no. There are multiple reasons behind this decision, including the resignations of key volunteers for health reasons, updates to equipment that need […]
Victory Baptist has become Victory Manchester under new leadership & new direction
by Sara Swanson If you look at an online map of Manchester, you may notice a change on Macomb Street. Victory Baptist Church, a 70-year fixture in the City of Manchester, is now labeled as “Victory Manchester.” The church released a statement last week announcing that Victory Baptist Church, a member of the General Association […]
Bristle Farms named WCCD Conservation Farm of the Year
by Sara Swanson A Manchester-area family has been recognized for their conservation work and is being awarded the 2025 Walter Wolfgang Memorial Conservation Farmer of the Year Award by the Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD). The Walter Wolfgang Memorial Conservation Farmer of the Year Award is presented to outstanding conservation farmers in Washtenaw County, selected […]
United Women of Faith donate to the Manchester Family Services
submitted by Pastor Susan Hitts, Manchester United Methodist Church On the third Wednesday of every month, the basement of Manchester United Methodist Church is filled with laughter, conversation, and plenty of food. Volunteers with Manchester Family Services gather to sort, pack, and share food with neighbors in the community. What begins as a busy morning […]
Edward Jones’s 3rd Annual Holiday Animal Shelter Drive a success
by Sara Swanson Colleen Newton’s Edward Jones office, located at 118 E Main St, held their third Annual Holiday Animal Shelter Charity Drive last November and December. It was a huge success, filling three vehicles and enabling donations to three shelters. Tammy James, Senior Branch Office Administrator, stated, “Thank You, Manchester! Our third annual shelter […]
Alethia Battles announces candidacy for Probate Judge, holding Manchester meet-and greet
Editor’s note: The Manchester Mirror does not endorse candidates. We will publish one press release per candidate announcing their candidacy as well as upcoming event articles for non-fundraising meet-the-candidate campaign events being held in the Manchester area. In this case, we combined a candidacy announcement and meet-and-greet event article into one. Read our complete Elections/Candidate […]
Manchester boys’ basketball secures strong season, sets sights on playoffs!
submitted by Michael Coltre The Flying Dutchmen boys’ basketball team is in rare air this season. They just completed what has been a historic season on the hardwood in finishing 18–4 to close out the regular season! This is one of the highest win totals in school history and they are not done yet as […]
February 2026 MHS Students of the Month
submitted by Carla Zygner, Manchester Jr/Sr High School Manchester Junior/Senior High School is proud to announce the February Students of the Month. Every student who received the honor has consistently demonstrated kindness, leadership qualities, and a strong work ethic. They always do their best, whether they are in the classroom, representing Manchester in sports or […]
