Seal coat roadwork starting up in Manchester area
from Washtenaw County Road Commission The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) is announcing plans to invest $1.5 million to protect approximately 30 lane miles of pavement throughout Washtenaw County during the 2024 construction season with seal coat operations. The 2024 countywide seal coat program is funded through the current four-year countywide Roads and Non-Motorized Millage […]
Golf Cart ordinance remains the same after a year of review
by Marsha Chartrand Last year, when residents requested to be able to drive golf carts on the streets of the (then-)village, Council considered the proposal and it was decided to pass the ordinance and review it in one year. Recently the ordinance (§ 73.02 OPERATION OF GOLF CARTS ON VILLAGE STREETS) was reviewed with a […]
Meet the new Riverside principal and Varsity football coach
submitted by Dr. Bradley Bezeau, superintendent, Manchester Community Schools It is with great pride and excitement that we share with you the news that Mr. Josh Lindeman is our new Principal at Riverside Intermediate School and our new Manchester High School Varsity Football Coach! Josh brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in school leadership, and […]
Local WCSO Collaboration Deputy named POAM officer of the year
by Marsha Chartrand Sheriff’s deputy Corporal David Sexton, a familiar face in the City of Manchester, was honored by the Police Officer’s Association of Michigan as its Officer of the Year, for a “hero story” that displayed his skills and averted a true crisis within the County. “We are honored to share the exemplary service […]
WCSO — April 2024 police services monthly report
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WCSO During the month of April, there were 160 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 93 traffic stops were made, resulting in 23 traffic citations. Noteworthy events in the City during the last month include: On April 11, a Collaboration Deputy responded to the […]
General contractors wanted to work on Washtenaw affordable housing projects
from Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development The Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development (OCED) is currently recruiting general contractors. Over the next several years, OCED is participating in many affordable housing rehabilitation projects across Washtenaw County. The office is hoping to broaden their list of approved contractors and partner with […]
WCRC: Roadwork continues in our area this week
from Washtenaw County Road Commission Washtenaw County Road Commission will continue roadwork in all four Manchester-area townships this week. Schneider Rd between Austin Rd and Pleasant Lake Rd in Bridgewater and Freedom Townships will continue to have intermittent lane restrictions for drainage from May 13 to June 13. Schleweis Rd between Bowens Rd and Boetger […]
Chelsea Hospital to move urgent care to nearby medical office to support patient needs
On May 20, 2024, Chelsea Hospital announced that its Urgent Care (UC) will move from its current location within the Emergency Department (ED), to the nearby Trinity Health IHA Medical Group office, next door on Old US 12. The transition, which is set to occur in September 2024, will help Chelsea Hospital meet the demand […]
58th Annual Manchester Canoe and Kayak Race results
by Sara Swanson Despite some Facebook advertising glitches that left organizers worried they hadn’t successfully gotten the word out, the 58th Annual Manchester Canoe and Kayak Race had a great turnout on Sunday with 84 individuals or teams racing and 11 sprints races! Organizers stated, “We feel the event went well overall but are looking […]
Photos: Mingle in Manchester provides a prelude to Canoe Race
by Marsha Chartrand
