“All Together Now!” … 3 fun events at the MDL (photos)
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth The end of June was busy at the Manchester District Library (MDL), celebrating the mid-way point through the Summer Reading Program, “All Together Now,” with multiple activities embracing that theme! Monday evening, June 26, at 6pm, the very talented Joy Matthews shared how to create beautiful wall art with vintage jewelry, […]
Broadband work begun in Manchester and Bridgewater Townships. Pleasant Lake’s broadband about to come online!
submitted by Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners The Washtenaw County Broadband Project is making great strides in 2023. Last September, the Board of Commissioners allocated $14.6 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to broadband expansion in an effort to get all areas of Washtenaw County connected to high-speed, reliable internet. “The global pandemic put […]
WCRC roadwork this week in the Manchester Area
There will be Washtenaw County Road Commission roadwork in all four townships this week. It should be completed for the most part in the first half of the week, but the timeline is weather dependent. In Manchester Township, Herman Rd between Sharon Hollow Rd and Deer Valley Rd will continue to have intermittent lane restrictions […]
Hidden Lakes RV Resort is open for business
by Marsha Chartrand What was once a gravel mining operation in the northeast corner of Manchester Township has transformed into what is likely to become an outdoor mecca in the Manchester area. Hidden Lakes RV Resort, on Parr Road just north of Gieske, held its grand opening last weekend with fanfare and style. The enterprise, […]
Manchester’s recycling and waste management in good hands
by Marsha Chartrand Every week, those of us who live in the Village of Manchester, and many who live in Manchester Township, see the familiar “Modern Waste” trucks (now evolving toward trucks with the LRS logo) coming through to pick up our trash and recycling. But where does all of that trash go? Village President […]
Ackerson building up for sale; Caife Aspire will continue in new format
by Marsha Chartrand The Nellie Ackerson building, so named for a beloved teacher and principal from the mid-20th century, is on the market again. Two years ago, Caife Aspire, the “hub” for student-run businesses guided by STEM teacher Joe Walsh, started its operations there after Walsh purchased the building from the school district for $1. […]
Sharon Township sees change in supervisor
by Sara Swanson Peter Psarouthakis, supervisor of Sharon Township, has submitted an official letter of resignation as he is moving out of the township. His last day was June 30. Kathy Spiegel was voted in as the new Sharon Township Supervisor effective July 1. Spiegel had been serving as Planning Commission Chair, navigating the Stoneco […]
Manchester Fairy Festival a success despite weather!
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth The Manchester Fairy Festival on Thursday, June 29, was originally scheduled to take place at the Manchester Farmers’ Market, but two separate meteorological events kept that from happening this year. First, the event had to be rescheduled due to thunderstorms with a chance of hail, and then, very unhealthy air quality […]
Roadwork this week in the Manchester area
There will be road work this week in Manchester and Sharon Townships. In Manchester Township, Herman Rd between Sharon Hollow Rd and Deer Valley Rd will have intermittent lane restrictions for forestry through July 13. In addition, there will be intermittent lane restrictions township-wide this week for roadside mowing. In Sharon Township, Meyers Rd between […]
Men’s Club planning for another great fireworks show, July 3
by Marsha Chartrand For the 41st year the Manchester Men’s Club will host the annual Independence Day fireworks on July 3 (with a rain date of July 4) at Carr Park in Manchester. “We are shooting $15,000 total this year, which will be comparable to previous years with the increased cost in fireworks,” said the […]
