Hannah Foltz earns a spot on the Dean’s List
More than 2,700 undergraduate students at Coastal Carolina University were named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester, including Hannah Foltz from Manchester. Students who make the Dean’s List have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher (3.25 for freshmen) for the semester. Coastal Carolina University is a dynamic, public comprehensive […]
Obituary: Webb Douglas Seegert
Webb Douglas Seegert, age 86, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at his home. He was born May 24, 1936 in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Theodore Peter and Phyllis Lou (Wadsworth) Seegert. Webb graduated from Petersburg (Summerfield) High School in 1954. He worked at Chrysler for 34 years in Vehicle Impact and was a member […]
Manchester Jr/Sr High School 2022/2023 1st Semester Honor Roll
Manchester Junior/Senior High School will recognize student and academic achievement with Honor Rolls. High Honors = Students with a 4.00 or higher weighted GPA; Honors = Students achieving a 3.0 to 3.99 weighted GPA with no Ds or Es. Senior High Grade 12 High Honors Adams, Samuel B Aiuto, Trent R Ballnik, Marlena Lynn Beerens, […]
Manchester grad talks about career in theater
by Sara Swanson Kelsey Edwards, a 2017 Manchester High School (MHS) graduate, was recently hired as the Technical Director of Aquinas Theatre and The Circle Theatre at Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. While young to be hired into this role, her education and experience in theater, including her time at MHS, helped prepare her for […]
Valentine’s Day, with a little help from friends
by Marsha Chartrand It’s the most wonderful time of the year for the floral industry as so many of us are rushing out to purchase beautiful flowers and plants for our loved ones for Valentine’s Day. The helpers at Manchester’s own Flower Garden are making sure that your arrangement is special and just as you […]
Thompson named to Dean’s List at University of Findlay
Sarah Thompson of Manchester was named to the Fall 2022 Dean’s List at the University of Findlay. To earn this achievement, a student must attain a grade-point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Located in Findlay, Ohio, the University of Findlay is known not only for science, health professions, animal science, and […]
Edwards and Lyos named to Albion’s Dean’s List
Albion College announced students who were named to the Dean’s List or who were named new Albion College Fellows at the end of the fall 2022 semester. Dean’s List recognition goes to students with a full-time GPA of 3.5 or better in graded courses. Two Manchester students were named to the Fall 2022 Albion College […]
Obituary: Loretta Widmayer
Loretta E. Widmayer, age 91, of Manchester, passed away peacefully under the loving care of her family and Elara Caring Hospice on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. Loretta’s family and friends will gather Tuesday, February 7, 2023, from 10am to 11am at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, 210 […]
Obituary: Joan Lee Walz
Joan Lee Walz, 87, of Manchester, passed away peacefully Monday, January 30, 2023, at Linden Square Assisted Living Center, Saline. Joan’s family and friends will gather Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 10am to 11am at Emanuel United Church of Christ, 324 W Main St, Manchester. Her funeral service will be following visitation at 11am. Burial […]
Obituary: Susan K. Harms
Susan Kay Harms (Kensler) was born June 3, 1950, to George and Eleanor Kensler (Aiken) in Tecumseh, Mich. Susan passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones on January 26, 2023. Susan is survived by her husband of almost 50 years, Randolph Harms; her son, Frank (Jodi) Harms; daughter, Jennifer (Christopher) Schoening; grandsons Alexander […]
