Luther C. Klager’s Deidra LaPointe selected as finalist for 2025–26 Michigan Teacher of the Year
by Sara Swanson Ten Michigan educators from across the state have been selected as 2025–26 Regional Teachers of the Year. Deidra LaPointe, an elementary teacher at Luther C. Klager Elementary School, has been selected as Regional Teacher of the Year for Region 8. Each of these 10 outstanding educators are finalists for the 2025–26 Michigan […]
Birth announcement: Tzipporah Skye Marr
Tzipporah Skye Marr, affectionately known as “Birdie,” was born on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 5:55am. She weighs 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and is 19 inches long. Proud parents Robert and Jessica Marr of Manchester, Mich., are delighted to welcome their new addition to the family. Joyful family members include: half-siblings, Hannah and Benjamin Bougher; […]
Obituary: Ronald M. Punches
Ronald M. Punches, age 78, of Jerome, MI, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 23, 2025, surrounded by his family. Ron was born to Robert and Mae (Uhr) Punches of Manchester, MI, on Feb 16, 1947. Ron married the love of his life, Evelyn (Budlong), on June 20, 1970. She survives. […]
January Students of the Month named at Manchester Jr/Sr High School
submitted by Carla Zygner, Manchester Jr/Sr High School Manchester Jr/Sr High School is proud to announce their January Students of the Month. These students have gone above and beyond in both their academic achievements and contributions to their school community. Seventh grader Cassidy Hieber is a respectful, hardworking student. Cassidy turns in all of her […]
Ernest named to fall NMU’s 2024 dean’s list
submitted by Northern Michigan University Northern Michigan University has announced the dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. The dean’s list recognizes those undergraduate-level students who have achieved a high scholastic standing during the regular academic year. Holden Ernest from Manchester qualified with a grade point average of 3.50–3.99. Northern Michigan University is a public […]
Elizabeth “Liz” Ann (Hosmer) Wallace
Elizabeth “Liz” Ann (Hosmer) Wallace, born on February 12, 1955, in Tecumseh, Mich., passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in Chelsea, Mich. She was just 69 years young. Liz was a remarkable woman who lived with grace, kindness, and an indomitable spirit. She dedicated herself to her family and community, leaving a lasting impression […]
Obituary: Cheryl (Bross) Kunzelman
Cheryl Elaine Kunzelman, age 55, of Manchester, Mich., passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital. She was born on March 2, 1969, in Ann Arbor, Mich., the daughter of Harold and Rachel (Raymond) Bross. Cheryl was a devoted mother and deeply involved in her church community. As an active […]
Rhea Warren advanced to rank of Senior Airman in United States Air Force
submitted by Cristie Warren Rhea Warren, a weapons maintainer in the United States Air Force, just achieved the rank of Senior Airman. She graduated from MHS in 2022 and joined the United States Air Force right after. She earned this rank eight months ahead of the average enlisted soldier.
Edwards named to fall 2024 dean’s list at Eureka College
submitted by Shawn Edwards 2024 Manchester High School graduate Megan Edwards made the dean’s list at Eureka College in Eureka, Ill., while also being on the Eureka College women’s soccer team. The Eureka College fall 2024 dean’s list features 145 recipients. The list includes students from 63 different Illinois communities, 14 states, and one other […]
DuRussel named to EMU dean’s list for fall term
submitted by Sandra Wiitala Seeger DuRussel, a Manchester High School senior currently enrolled in the Early College Alliance program at Eastern Michigan University, was named to the Eastern Michigan University dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. Recipients of the honor are undergraduate students who carry a minimum of 10 credit hours and maintain a […]
