Edwards Named to MIAA 2022–23 Academic Honor Roll
submitted by Albion College Manchester student Rayna Edwards was recently named to the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) 2022–23 Academic Honor Roll. During the 2022–23 academic year, Edwards was a member of Albion’s women’s soccer team. The MIAA Academic Honor Roll recognizes student athletes who maintain a 3.5 grade-point average for the academic year and […]
Celeste Sangster awarded Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service
by Sara Swanson A Manchester native has been awarded the Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service. Celeste Sangster is one of 100 students from 33 states and territories, and from 74 different colleges and universities, to be selected for this opportunity. She will receive up to $50,000 in financial aid for her junior and senior years […]
Obituary: Rodolfo Rodriguez
Rodolfo Rodriguez, 81, passed away peacefully at home on August 17, 2023. At 81, it still seemed like a life cut short, as he always managed to live life to the fullest. He went by both Rod and Rudy, so he will be addressed as both. Rod/Rudy was born on November 19, 1941, to Juanita […]
Local Edward Jones financial advisor Dan Baldwin recognized by “Forbes“
submitted by Suzy Mazur, Senior Branch Office Administrator, Edward Jones Edward Jones Financial Advisor Dan Baldwin of Manchester has been named to the 2023 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State ranking by Forbes/SHOOK® Research. The list is comprised of more than 1,460 financial advisors nationwide, all under age 40. This ranking is given to the top financial advisors under 40 in their […]
Emma Mrocko graduates from NMU
submitted by Northern Michigan University Northern Michigan University announced its spring graduates. Emma Mrocko from Manchester earned a BSN-Nursing and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Northern Michigan University is a public university in Marquette, Michigan, established in 1899 by the Michigan Legislature. The university comprises five academic divisions, offering some 180 programs at the undergraduate and […]
Noa Amar of Manchester enrolls at James Madison University
submitted by James Madison University Manchester resident Noa Amar has enrolled at James Madison University for the fall 2023 semester. Amar has selected Biology — BA as a major. Founded in 1908, James Madison University is a public university located in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. With state-of-the-art amenities and facilities, students have access to NCAA Division […]
Obiturary: Harry P. Johnson
Harry P. Johnson, 96, passed away in the early morning hours of August 24, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. Harry’s family and friends will gather on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 2 – 4 pm and 6-8 pm at Eineder Funeral Homes – Manchester Chapel. His funeral service will be held at 11 […]
2023 Manchester Community Fair Homemaker Awards
submitted by Angie Schaible Manchester Community Fair 2023 Homemaker of the Year Grand Champion was Susie Simpson. The Reserve Champion Homemaker was Tracey Hittle. Max Harvey was awarded 2023 Junior Homemaker and Junior Homemaker Reserve Champion was Leigha Harvey.
2023 Manchester Community Fair Queen contest results
submitted by Angie Schaible Miranda Austin was recognized as Manchester Community Fair’s 2023 Fair Queen. First runner-up was Melanie Fierro Vasquez. Second runner-up was Anna Amburgey. Third runner-up was Olivia Milkey. Fourth runner-up was Savannah Roe. Miss Congeniality was Lauren Blaine.
Obituary: Joyce Ann Steele
Joyce Ann Steele, 77, of Manchester, MI, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 14, 2023. She was born on March 4, 1946 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to Eugene and Rose (Yekisa) Kaupp. Joyce married John W. Steele Jr. on September 17, 1966 in Chelsea, Michigan. She will be remembered as a fashionable woman […]
