Park signs project completed
by Marsha Chartrand “The Manchester Parks Commission wants to publicly thank Jeff Tervo for his craftsmanship on Manchester’s new park signs,“ said Commissioner Kindra Weid. The long-awaited final installation of the last two signs in the project occurred in mid-October. “We think Jeff did a great job, and they look very professional,“ Weid continued. Tervo, […]
New trees to provide more shade and beauty in the village
by Marsha Chartrand For the second year in a row, the Village of Manchester has been awarded a grant as part of the 2022 Consumers Energy Community Street and Boulevard Tree Planting Grant Program. This year’s grant was for a total of $3,000, an increase of $500 over last year’s funding. These funds were used […]
Biggby project will not continue
by Marsha Chartrand After many months of deliberations and numerous site plan revisions, the developers of the property at 327 W Main St, who had planned to open a Biggby Coffee business at the location, have notified the village that they will not continue to pursue their application. “For Sale“ signs appeared in the windows […]
Building and Grounds Department honored at October school board meeting
submitted by Dr. Brad Bezeau, Superintendent of Schools As we continue to “Rebuild the Wheel” in the MCS, we honor and recognize our unbelievable MCS Buildings and Grounds Department throughout the month of October 2022! We recognized them at the Monday, October 17, 2022, Manchester Community Schools Regular Board of Education Meeting. The team includes: […]
Frost kills off flies that had spread virus among local deer herd
by Marsha Chartrand Epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) is an acute, infectious, and often fatal viral disease of some wild ruminants, in particular deer. This malady is characterized by extensive hemorrhages and has been responsible for significant deaths in deer herds in Michigan over the past few years. Recently, Ken Beasley, who lives near the Bridgewater/Freedom […]
2022 General Election Guide for the Manchester Area Voters
by Sara Swanson On Tuesday, November 8, Manchester-area residents will be able to vote in the General Election at their usual polling place, their township hall, from 7am to 8pm. If you aren’t currently registered to vote, you can register in person up through election day with proof of residency. New districts were drawn last […]
Beauty by Kellie Dawna expands services
by Marsha Chartrand There is exciting news at Beauty By Kellie Dawna, in the Main Street Suites on the upper level of Comerica Bank. Jill VonH Nails has been working part time in Kellie’s studio since January but now will be moving to Manchester full time starting November 1. Her new hours will be Monday, […]
WCSO September 2022 report of police services in the village
submitted by Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office During the month of September, there were 175 calls for service. During this time, 101 traffic stops were made, resulting in 25 citations. Noteworthy events in Manchester Village during last month include: On September 17, a Collaboration Deputy responded to the 500 block of Adrian Street for report of […]
WCRC roadwork this week
Only Sharon Township will have Washtenaw County Road Commission work this week. Waldo Rd between Peckins Rd and M-52 will have intermittent lane closure for gravel resurfacing.
Manchester lagging in the latest 5HF survey results!
by Marsha Chartrand The 5 Healthy Towns Foundation spends more than $1 million per year in our five healthy towns of Chelsea, Manchester, Dexter, Grass Lake, and Stockbridge. The Foundation wants to spend it on things that make a difference to you, and they’d like to know how that’s changed since 2020. That’s the reasoning […]
