Shakespeare Club ends the year theatrically
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Shakespeare Club After a year discussing the cats of Shakespeare’s time and the numerous Shakespeare clubs in America, Manchester’s Shakespeare Club’s last three formal meetings appropriately ended in the theater. Figuratively speaking. On March 24, courtesy of Rosemary Whelan, Dame Judi Dench provided a penetrating insight into the complex character of Lady […]
WCSO: City of Manchester police activity, April 2026
from Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, compiled by Marsha Chartrand During April, Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations responded to calls for service, conducted traffic enforcement, and completed criminal investigations. There were 111 calls for service in the City of Manchester, a 6.7% increase compared to the previous year. An incidence of fraud was investigated on […]
WCRC: Roadwork in our area this week
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission There is roadwork this week in our area in Sharon and Freedom townships. In Freedom Township, Waters Rd, between Loeffler Rd and Fletcher Rd, will have lane restrictions on May 26 and 27 for drainage work. In Sharon Township, Grass Lake Rd, between Sylvan Rd and M-52, will have […]
Brownies participate in Klager’s beautification project
by Marsha Chartrand The Men’s Club has generously donated funds for Brownie troop 40938 to purchase stepping stones for three retiring teachers, Karin Villarreal, Bryan Barnard, and Ron Tindall, as well as a commemorative bench for Shelby Chartrand, a beloved teacher who recently passed away. “We will also be adding several new plants to the […]
Irish Hills Concerned Citizens draws packed crowd for meeting on proposed gravel mine
submitted by Emily Jade Foley, Irish Hills Concerned Citizens Approximately 60 residents gathered Saturday morning at Frog Holler Farm located in Brooklyn, MI for a community meeting hosted by Irish Hills Concerned Citizens focused on concerns surrounding the proposed gravel mine adjacent to Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve. An additional approximately 17 people […]
Manchester Township considers fire equipment, zoning, future of historic church
by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the May 12 board meeting. Also present were fire chief Mike Kouba and planning commissioner Jim Carpenter. Kouba provided the monthly report for April. There were 42 calls for service and 215 calls to date. Kouba provided quotes for new fire hoses and fire fighter gear. […]
Rev. Dr. Susan Hitts to leave Manchester UMC for Lansing Central UMC
submitted by Manchester United Methodist Church Rev. Dr. Susan Hitts, pastor of Manchester United Methodist Church, has been appointed to serve Lansing Central United Methodist Church beginning July 1, 2026. As an elder in The United Methodist Church, Rev. Dr. Hitts serves under appointment by the bishop. These appointments are part of the connectional ministry […]
60th Annual Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race results
by Sara & Fritz Swanson The 60th Annual Manchester Canoe & Kayak Race was held on Sunday, May 17. The weather was beautiful and hot for the first year under the organization of the Manchester Mens Club. Daniella Kippnick, an organizer of previous races with the Robotics Team stated, “The Men’s Club did a wonderful […]
Legion calls for volunteers to help place flags
by Marsha Chartrand The American Legion requests volunteers to assist with placing flags along Main Street and removing them at the end of the day for holidays and special events. If you’re willing and able to help, please meet at the American Legion Post 117 at 203 Adrian St at 8am for flag placements, […]
Manchester Co-op Preschool looking for CEO
by Sara Swanson For more than 50 years, the Manchester Co-op Preschool has been a fixture in Manchester. Multiple generations have started their education in that institution. Though it has had different homes over the years, it now is based out of the Klager Elementary Building. The Co-op Preschool is a licensed early childhood program […]
