Two new faces join Keith’s, a barbershop full of history
by Sara Swanson There are two new faces at Keith’s Barbershop! Sally Carter is a new fixture here at the Manchester barbershop, located at 152 E Main St, and with more than 38 years of experience as a barber under her belt she is working to build business back up, and she’s brought Donna Harper, […]
Valentine’s Day complimentary community lunch at the Senior Center
submitted by Holly McDermott, Executive Director, Manchester Senior Center The Senior Center is spreading the love this February with a complimentary Valentine’s lunch for everyone on Wednesday, February 11, at 11:30am, at the center, which is located on the lower level of 912 City Rd (use the back parking lot). The menu is still being […]
Irish Hills Concerned Citizens holding 2nd community meeting
submitted by Linda Knox, Irish Hills Concerned Citizens Irish Hills Concerned Citizens (IHCC) will hold our 2nd community meeting about the gravel mine proposed on land adjacent to Watkins Lake State Park on Saturday, February 7, from 10:30am to noon. Attend in person at WellWise Services, 107 Chicago St, Brooklyn, MI, or attend online (reserve […]
Manchester Jr/Sr High School 2025/2026 1st semester honor roll
submitted by Manchester Jr/Sr High School Manchester Junior/Senior High School will recognize student and academic achievement with honor rolls. At the senior high level, summa cum laude = students with a 3.9 or higher weighted GPA; magna cum laude = students achieving a 3.7 to 3.89 weighted GPA; and cum laude = students achieving a […]
January school board meeting update: 5 new buses, Kreighoff-Lenawee Company hired, fund balance in the yellow zone
by Melissa Yekulis The monthly School Board Meeting for Manchester Community Schools was called to order at 6:21pm on Tuesday, January 20. One member was absent. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda. Discussion was held around procedures for accepting the treasurer’s report. It will be investigated and discussed further at the next board […]
Garden Mill going out of business
by Sara Swanson Just a few months after the Manchester Mirror started, we were lucky enough to find our longest-running column: monthly gardening advice by Bridgewater Township resident Jennifer Fairfield, who also for the last 14 years has owned and operated The Garden Mill in Chelsea. Fairfield announced last week, “After 20 years of serving […]
Men’s Club Annual Ice Skating Party in Wurster Park
by Sara Swanson Join the Manchester Men’s Club for its annual Ice Skating Party on Saturday, February 7, at 1pm, at the rink in Wurster Park. They will have free hot dogs! Bring your own skates. The back-up date in case of inclement weather is February 14. You don’t have to wait until the party […]
4-Corners Protectors gathering this Friday
submitted by Margaret Shaw, gathering organizer The next 4-Corners Protectors peaceful gathering is this Friday, February 6, from 4 to 5pm, on the corner of M-52 and Main Street. Use caution, expecting slippery, cold conditions. Extra signage is freely given. Newcomers welcome.
Obituary: Anna Iona Alber
Anna Iona Alber, 95, of Manchester, Mich., passed away peacefully Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Evangelical Home in Saline, Mich. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. She was born on March 31, 1930, in Jefferson Township, Mich., to Alfred and Lola (Swyheart) Way. Anna married the love of her life, […]
Public notice: Freedom Township
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE of the Freedom Township PLANNING COMMISSION 11508 Pleasant Lake Road Manchester, MI 48158 On Thursday, February 5, 2026 At 7:00 PM To hold a work session for review of the Freedom Township Master Plan. This notice was posted Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, in the Manchester Mirror This notice is posted in compliance […]
