Senior Market Bucks are back
by Marsha Chartrand Sign up for Senior Market Bucks at Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café this Friday, August 19, from noon to 1:30pm. To be eligible for Senior Market Bucks, you must be 60 years of age AND live in Washtenaw County. These coupons can be used to purchase Michigan-grown fruits, vegetables, eggs, cheese, milk, […]
The national 988 mental health lifeline launched. What does that mean locally?
submitted by Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Launched in July, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a national behavioral health initiative, backed by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The 24/7 line is designed to provide a more appropriate pathway for mental health emergencies than 911. Washtenaw County residents can now […]
WCRC roadwork in Bridgewater this week
Bridgewater Township will see crews from the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) at work this week. A rolling dust control operation on unpaved roads throughout the township will continue through at least August 15. In addition, during the week of August 15, Hogan Road between Allen and Logan roads will see intermittent lane closures. The […]
When will my MCS student get their class placement or schedule?
submitted by Brad Bezeau, Superintendent, Manchester Community Schools The Luther C. Klager Elementary and Riverside Intermediate School class and teacher placement letters will be sent home via SchoolMessenger e-mail on Friday, August 19, 2022. Manchester Jr/Sr High School schedule and locker assignment pick-up will take place in the Jr/Sr High Commons from 8am to noon […]
5 Healthy Towns Farm to Table Chef Profile: “Chef Em” from the Chelsea Alehouse
submitted by Shawn Personke, 5H Farm to Table committee The 5H Farm to Table Fabulous Feasts bring chefs together from different communities and different restaurants to prepare a multi-course meal using fresh ingredients from local farmers’ markets. The event is a fundraiser for local farmers’ markets, including Manchester’s. This year, the lineup includes chefs from […]
Vacant building ordinance passes
“It’s a safety issue, not a punitive measure,“ said Village President Pat Vailliencourt after Village Council voted unanimously on Monday, August 1, to ratify the new Vacant Building Safety Ordinance and a related Municipal Civil Infraction Ordinance. According to the newly passed ordinance, which becomes effective on August 30, vacant property is defined as a […]
Local non-partisan candidates set for November election
Non-partisan candidates for Manchester Community Schools Board of Education, Manchester Village Council, and a newly-forming Commission to write a City Charter should the village decide to become a city were due to file their candidacy by July 22, 2022, for the November 8 election. Candidates who filed by the deadline are as follows: Manchester Community […]
WCSO: Scammers pretending to be police officers
submitted by Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents that our office will never contact you demanding payment for an outstanding warrant. If you receive one of these calls, it is a scam and you should hang up immediately. Recently, we have received several calls for service involving law enforcement […]
2022 Run Manchester results
submitted by Daniella Kippnick, The FIRST Robotics Teams of Manchester #6081 and #11193 Thank you to everyone who participated in 2022 Run Manchester and to the residents for your understanding of the noise and the temporary closure of Main Street from the east side of the 4-way stop to Riverside, and a huge thank-you to […]
Clinton Library to host nature and wellness challenge
submitted by Tamara Denby We are truly fortunate to live in Michigan, home to the longest freshwater coastline in the world, four Great Lakes, thousands of smaller inland lakes, state parks, county parks, Metroparks, local and township parks, several rivers, walking/cycling trails, and more! So, is it any wonder that the staff of the Clinton […]
