Emanuel’s Live Nativity program celebrates 50 years!
submitted by Vicki Eisele, Emanuel Church Celebrate with Emanuel Church as they present the Christmas Story Live Nativity as it marks its 50th year on Thursday and Friday, December 18 and 19. Members of the community are invited to join the Emanuel congregation in observing this event from 7pm to 9pm in the courtyard between […]
The First Amendment: What does it say and what does it mean?
submitted by Linda Knox “The First Amendment seems clear enough, and yet there are questions about every single clause. It helps to understand a bit about how these clauses have been interpreted by courts over the years,” court Attorney Teresa Killeen explained during her talk at “Manchester Talks about Free Expression” on November 19. Her presentation, […]
Washtenaw County Farm Bureau donates more than $3,000 to Food Gatherers
submitted by Kathy Siler, Washtenaw County Farm Bureau Food Gatherers was recently awarded a Farm Bureau Double-Up Donation to fight food insecurity in the community. Washtenaw County Farm Bureau plans to make a $1,662 donation to help the food bank purchase food for neighbors in need. The Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan Agent Charitable Fund […]
Roadwork closure will continue on Grass Lake Rd in Sharon Township
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission On Thursday, December 4, 2025, Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) extended the closure by seven days of Grass Lake Rd between Sylvan Rd and M-52 in Sharon Township for forestry work. The work began on December 2, 2025, and is now expected to take a total of approximately 11 […]
WCSO report to City Council for October 2025
by Marsha Chartrand In October, there were 173 calls for service in the City of Manchester. Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) Patrol Operations responded to calls for service, conducted traffic enforcement, and completed criminal investigations in the City of Manchester. The number of calls for service has decreased by 0.8% from this time last year. […]
City making progress on varied projects — new jobs, homes, and parking spots coming soon!
by Marsha Chartrand Manchester is growing. Two years ago Manchester went from a Village to a City, with a few stalls along the way. Though there was concern about possible changes that might bring, things seem to have worked out okay and it seems that the change it brought is growth! The City has just […]
MECC Food Drive delivers over 2,000 items to Community Resource Center
submitted by Carol Wotring, executive director, Manchester Community Resource Center The Manchester Community Resource Center received a substantial donation to the food pantry from the Manchester Early Childhood Center, organized by Connie Waters. The food drive collected more than 2,000 items totaling 894 pounds—739 pounds of food and 155 pounds of non-food essentials. Connie and […]
Luther C. Klager Elementary School celebrates another successful Grandparents’ Day
by Melissa Yekulis On Monday, November 24, Luther C. Klager Elementary School was overflowing with cheer as the children welcomed their grandparents to their annual Grandparents’ Day celebration. This year, there were more than 230 guests in attendance. Grandparents were treated to a short musical performance when they arrived. Before heading in for breakfast with their grandchildren, […]
Manchester Family Services celebrates 30 years of support from Food Gatherers
by Sara Swanson Manchester Family Services (MFS) is a local organization that provides financial help and offers monthly food distribution to Manchester-area residents in need. This week they are extending their deep gratitude to Food Gatherers of Washtenaw County on the 30-year anniversary of their partnership. Catherine Moore of MFS stated, “Manchester Family Services has […]
2025 CROP Walk total is in
by Sara Swanson We reported in mid October that this year’s CROP Hunger Walk raised a little over $3,600 to fight hunger both locally and further afield. However, organizers were still collecting donations through the end of October. Organizer Cathy Moore stated last week that the final numbers are in and in the end, the […]
