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 […]
Jordyn Porter has been named to the Alma College Dean’s List
Alma College has released the Dean’s List for those students who achieved outstanding academic performance during the 2022 Fall Term and this included Jordyn Porter of Manchester. Students who achieve a 3.5 or better grade point average during a term, while carrying a minimum of 13 credits, at least eight of which are evaluative grades, […]
December 2022 Senior Student of the Month: Audrey Rentfro
submitted by Manchester Jr/Sr High School Audrey Rentfro was selected as December 2022 Manchester Community Schools Foundation Student of the Month. Audrey is the daughter of Joanne and Ron Rentfro. An active Link Crew leader for the past two years, she was also a member of the National Honor Society during her junior and senior […]
Samantha Stockard named to Dean’s List at Belmont University
Samantha Stockard of Manchester qualified for the Fall 2022 Dean’s List at Belmont University. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C. Approximately 52% of Belmont’s 6,792 undergraduate students qualified for the Spring 2022 Dean’s List. Belmont Provost […]
Obituary: Russell M. Hieber
Russell M. Hieber, 92, of Saline, Michigan passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born on May 14, 1930, in Freedom Township, Manchester, Michigan to Rolland and Caroline (Meyers) Hieber. Russell married the love of his life, Jean Ahrens, on August 19, 1950, in Manchester, Michigan. Russell was an […]
