Washtenaw Schools and the Washtenaw County Health Department ask community for help in slowing spread of COVID-19
submitted by the Washtenaw County Health Department Nearly 30 school administrators representing public school districts, charter schools, and private and independent schools from across Washtenaw County have signed on to a joint letter with the Washtenaw County Health Department urging the broader Washtenaw County community to continue preventing the spread of COVID-19 so schools can […]
Washtenaw County Law Enforcement extends grace period for driver license and vehicle registration renewal
from the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office There have been numerous questions regarding enforcement of expired driver’s licenses and/or vehicle registration and the law enforcement leaders within Washtenaw County would like to provide residents with clarity and direction. The executive order issued by Governor Whitmer to temporarily extend the expiration of state identification cards, driver’s licenses […]
Despite challenges, Bezeau sees the bright side when telling Manchester's story
Starting his 25th year in public education this fall, Dr. Brad Bezeau is jumping head first into a new job under very tough circumstances. But he's "a pretty positive person," he says, and that's exactly how he is approaching the position of Superintendent of Schools at Manchester Community Schools ... in the middle of a […]
Two positive COVID-19 cases at Riverside Intermediate School, 6 staff members quarantining
Late Friday afternoon Manchester Community Schools reported a positive COVID-19 case at Riverside Intermediate School, the first positive case in the district. Sunday afternoon they reported a second. According to their COVID-19 Dashboard, it was reported that both positive cases are among staff members and that 6 total staff members are now quarantining; 5 from […]
Local potter to open outdoor studio
submitted by Phil Cecconie David Nelson of David Nelson Pottery is announcing the opening of his new outdoor studio/gallery on Saturday, Oct. 17, located at 319 Morgan St. in Manchester. What was once just an unsightly asphalt parking space in the front corner of the building, has been transformed into a small courtyard adjacent to […]
Absentee ballots arriving at Manchester Township homes
submitted by Heather Barthell The ballots are on the way. Danell Proctor, Manchester Township Clerk, began mailing them to area residents the week of September 28. She expected requests to run high for November’s general election and has already seen a spike for absentee ballot requests. “It’s going to be very busy,” Proctor said. As […]
Acorn ... growing again!
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth Meet our new market managers at Acorn Farmers’ Market - Aileen Rohwer and Abby King. Both our market managers are very enthusiastic to be a part of the growth and development of Acorn Farmers’ Market. As an 11-year resident of Manchester, Aileen Rohwer has been actively involved in the community through […]
Manchester Area 2020 November Election Voters Guide, part 2: Township and Village
See part 1 of the voters guide including school board and county here. Candidates for Manchester Village Council President (vote for no more than 1) Audra Schebella (Non-Partisan) I am running as an Independent for Village Council President for Manchester, MI. Our community has wonderful resources (especially its people) and I want to make it […]
Manchester Area 2020 November Election Voters Guide, part 1: School Board and County
Candidates for Manchester Community Schools Board of Education (vote for no more than 4) Corey Horky (Non-Partisan) My name is Corey Horky. I have been a Manchester resident since 2003, with my wife (Abbie) and three boys. Our oldest son, Tyler, is a recent 2020 graduate of Manchester High School, with Carson and Gavin slated […]
Absentee ballots are counted on election day
submitted by Edward R. Golembiewski, Washtenaw County Chief Deputy Clerk / Register & Director of Elections Because of increased fear around absentee ballots being counted, Washtenaw County Clerk/Register Lawrence Kestenbaum issued the following statement: "Many people are worried that there will be a long delay until absentee ballot counts are released. This fear is groundless. […]
