Public notice: Freedom Township
Freedom Township Board 11508 Pleasant Lake Road, Manchester, MI 48158 SYNOPSIS OF MEETING MINUTES December 12, 2023, Regular Board Meeting Held in person at the Freedom Town Hall Meeting called to order at 8:00pm Members present: Lindemann, Bristle, Layher, Huehl absent-Schaible 5 public in attendance. The board heard public comment, communications received, and treasurer, […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER — January 2024
The January 2024 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: Jan2024Trumpeter
Michigan football poised to make millions for university from championship game
by Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) The University of Michigan Wolverines will fight for the College Football Playoff National Championship Monday night, but no matter the outcome of the game, the university has likely already won big. The team’s No. 1 ranking, combined with the brand enhancement the university gains from the football squad’s success, goes far beyond […]
West Michigan officials expanding use of wrong-way detectors to save lives
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) Hoping to avoid deadly collisions, Michigan transportation and police officials plan to add new wrong-way detection systems to a busy stretch of highway in Grand Rapids — an effort that transportation officials around the state are watching with interest. The high-tech systems, attached to existing “Wrong Way” or “Do […]
A Sears comes down, apartments go up at Briarwood. Is this the future?
by Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) ANN ARBOR — A closed department store surrounded by rays of faded parking-striped concrete can inspire redevelopment dreams anywhere in the United States. “Malls are dying,” some say. “Scrape it to the pavement and start over,” others might advise. Simon Property Group, the largest mall owner in the U.S., this […]
Learn pasta making with Chef Keegan at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will host Chef Keegan of Lakehouse Bakery for Pasta Making on Thursday, January 11. At 6 pm in the Village Room, learn how easy it is to make your own pasta at home. Chef Keegan will take you step by step to delicious homemade […]
Bingo for all ages!
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join staff at the Manchester District Library (MDL) on the first Thursday of each month for a rousing round of bingo with snacks and prizes in the Teen Spot. The next evening of Bingo will be this Thursday, January 4. All ages welcome. Stop by the library or […]
Maker Night at the Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Makers in all mediums are invited to bring their latest project to the Manchester District Library (MDL) and get inspiration from other participants during Maker Nights. This event happens biweekly on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday with the next session being held on January 3. If you knit, […]
Family story time at the Library every Tuesday
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Family Story Time continues in the new year with special guest readers presenting stories, music, and hands-on activities. Manchester District Library hosts this weekly event for the littlest readers on Tuesdays at 11am in the youth area on the main floor. Recommended for preschool-age children with an adult. […]
Washtenaw County Conservation District launches the 2024 Spring Plant Sales
submitted by Washtenaw County Conservation District Join us in a new year tradition of planning conservation improvements for your property. Whether you are looking to reforest an area, naturalize the landscaping, create a wind barrier, protect the soil, reduce runoff, establish wildlife habitat, shade your property, or plant an orchard, the Washtenaw County Conservation District […]