Chamber of Commerce Santa mailbox relocates downtown
The Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce's traditional Santa Mailbox can be found in a new location this year! Look for it in front of River Raisin Mercantile & Antiques, 138 E. Main Street. All letters received by this coming Sunday, December 20, will be personally answered by Santa, with delivery hoped for before Christmas. To […]
Freedom Township looks ahead under new leadership
Last Tuesday night, newly-elected Freedom Township Supervisor Larry Lindemann took his seat as he replaced long-time supervisor Dale Weidmayer. At its November meeting, the board had thanked Weidmayer for his 44 years of service and dedication to Freedom Township, after serving 33 years as a trustee and the past 13 as supervisor. Weidmayer was appointed […]
Women's giving circle is seeking Manchester members and charities
submitted by April Gasbarre, 100 Women Who Care-Chelsea Area 100 Women Who Care-Chelsea Area is seeking members interested in supporting charitable efforts in Manchester, Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, Stockbridge and adjacent townships. With the minimal time commitment of only three hours a year, members can make a major impact in their community by participating in […]
Manchester Township begins new terms for supervisor, treasurer, and trustee
Submitted by Sybil Kolon The December 9 township board meeting was held by phone due to restrictions during the pandemic. All board members other than supervisor Ron Milkey were present, including the new treasurer, Kim Thompson and new trustee, Krista Jarvis. Fire chief Bill Scully was also present. It was not apparent if other members […]
Small businesses encouraged to apply for relief grants on TUESDAY
Starting at 9 a.m. Tuesday, grant funds totaling $10 million will be made available to Michigan small businesses that have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 virus and particularly impacted by the current shutdown authorized by Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). These grants are designed to aid in job retention for small […]
State bill causes local concerns regarding gravel mining operations
A growing number of residents in western Washtenaw County are concerned about upcoming state legislation that affects how gravel mining operations could continue and grow despite local communities' dissent. Michigan Senate Bill 431 has aroused fears that gravel mining companies can begin operations without townships being able to negotiate permits or provide oversight of existing […]
Riverfolk receives $10,000 grant to address community needs
As part of a $1.5 million total grant focused on supporting midwestern arts and culture organizations through the COVID-19 pandemic, Arts Midwest and The Resilience Fund has granted Riverfolk Music and Arts $10,000 to address some of the most pressing needs and opportunities that exist for the arts and culture in under-resourced rural areas. The […]
Help dealing with depression over the holidays
Sadness and depression during the holidays is common but with COVID-19 causing disruption to holiday plans and the ability to gather with loved ones, depression may effect those who don’t normally experience it, and it may be worse for those who do. We reached out to multiple organizations in the area in order to create […]
MCS K-8th grade students to return to in-person learning on Thursday
Update 12-7-20: The State of Michigan has extended the virtual learning requirement for 9th - 12th grade students through December 20th so those grades will not be returning to in-person learning later this week. This possibility was anticipated by the district and addressed in the article below. When Manchester Community Schools took an in-person learning […]
Christmas Lighting contest winners announced
The weather outside (not to mention the coronavirus) may be frightful but the lights are so delightful! The Christmas in the Village committee has announced the winners of this year's Holiday Lighting Contest: First place, winning a $100 prize, is the Zielinski family at 600 Parr Street, with 57 votes. The family decided to donate […]
