COVID cases surging in Manchester, MCS to remain in-person
In mid-February, Manchester (zip code 48158) had its first week since fall without a new case of COVID-19. The wave of cases that had filled hospitals across the state and killed thousands had seemingly come to end and Michigan had one of the lowest case rates in the country. Less than two months later, things […]
Side Door Kitchen brings a Cajun vibe to Napoleon
A few years back, Manchester's Chef Chris Sirvinskis decided to close the doors of his popular "Boogie Woogie BBQ" restaurant that he'd owned for 12 years in Pinckney, thinking that he "might want to retire and try a few other things." "I philandered around," he says, "and focused on my music again. But I just […]
Fire Department issuing burning permits again
>The Manchester Township Fire Department is again issuing burning permits for our area after halting for a time in March after a rash of grass and field fires combined with very dry conditions. A permit must be obtained for all outdoor fires, except camp fires, cooking fires, and burning barrels. Fire chief Bill Scully asks […]
Volunteering at Acorn is rewarding, fun, and ... needed!
April 18-25 is National Volunteer Week and it's rather serendipitous as that's just about the time that Acorn Farmers Market & Café will be eagerly seeking new volunteers to help out in their new store, set to open in early May. Laura Billetdeaux, board member and volunteer coordinator for Acorn, says, "In the new store, […]
Alumni Banquet plans still awaiting confirmation
submitted by the Manchester High School Alumni Association Board of Directors It is unclear at this time if we will be able to hold the annual MHS Alumni Banquet scheduled for June 19, 2021. We continue to monitor the pandemic situation and of course must follow the guidelines of the local health officials that are […]
Community Wellness Foundation, 5 Healthy Towns, launches national search for new leadership
submitted by 5 Healthy Towns Foundation Last Tuesday, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) announced a national search for its next Chief Executive Officer to succeed retiring CEO, Amy Heydlauff. "If you believe in the idea of prevention, this is a perfect position." said Ruth VanBogelen, Chair of the search committee. 5HF is a community-wellness foundation […]
Federal investigation into cyber crime continues
On Thursday morning, March 25, Manchester awoke to a social media feed full of speculation about armed law enforcement officers in Carr Park at the edge of the village, and additional vehicles and personnel further west in Manchester Township on Herman Road. According to Township Supervisor Ron Milkey, Manchester Township was notified later that morning, […]
A "sneak peek" at the new Acorn Farmers' Market & Café
It's literally a snapshot ... but things are definitely coming together at the new location for Acorn Farmers' Market & Café, which will also house the Grand River Brewery's butcher shop and bakery, the Perky Pantry Plus, and Iorio Gelato. On West Main Street, 455 is definitely the place to be! The Mirror was fortunate to […]
Free seeds available at the Seed Library
The seed library is back! Since 2014 the Manchester District Library (MDL) has hosted the Manchester Seed Library which serves as a location for community members to come pick out and take home free seeds. Last year, because the MDL was closed due to COVID-19, the free seeds normally distributed through the seed library were […]
School board members to meet in-person; virtual options still available for audience
Although virtual meetings are allowed to continue through December 31, 2021 for all public bodies in Washtenaw County, according to Superintendent Dr. Brad Bezeau, the Manchester Community Schools Board of Education meetings will take place in an in-person format for all Board of Education members, although he stipulated that "they are allowed to attend virtually […]
