Village's Ford Dam still in "fair" condition, says EGLE
The "Ford Manchester Dam" located on the River Raisin at the site of the village hall, 912 City Road, has been rated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) as in "fair condition overall," according to a report from the Hydrologic Studies and Dam Safety Unit of EGLE. The most recent […]
1,000 acres of Washtenaw farmland preserved
The Legacy Land Conservancy announced last week that as a result of two Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) initiatives, the Huron River Initiative and the Ann Arbor Greenbelt: Saving Michigan Farms RCPP Project, $5.6 million over five years has been invested in preserving Washtenaw County farmland. The Ann Arbor Greenbelt Program announced, "Today, the RCPP […]
Manchester Cooperative Preschool announces open enrollment for 2020-2021
submitted by Kristie Taylor, Manchester Cooperative Preschool The Manchester Cooperative Preschool is excited to announce that Open Enrollment for the 2020 – 2021 school year has begun! We offer preschool for children who are 3, 4 and 5 years old on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. We use a play-based curriculum so your child gets to […]
Manchester Wellness Coalition plans for its 9th year
submitted by Ray Berg, Manchester Wellness Coalition The Manchester Wellness Coalition continues to partner with the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation in developing a variety of programs, classes and infrastructure, wherein funding from 5HF and other sources is used to help Manchester area residents achieve four goals: move more, eat better, connect with others in healthy […]
Have You Received Your Broadband Survey?
submitted by Lisa Moutinho, Washtenaw County Government In early February, the Washtenaw County Broadband Task Force sent Broadband Access surveys to the residents of 15 townships in the county, including Bridgewater, Freedom, Manchester and Sharon. If you’ve received and completed your survey, the Task Force thanks you – the information you provide will help the […]
Old National Bank named one of the 2020 World's Most Ethical Companies for the 9th consecutive year
submitted by Old National Bank Old National Bank (NASDAQ: ONB), has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2020 World’s Most Ethical Companies. Old National has been honored for nine consecutive years and is one of only two US […]
Already voted and your candidate drops out? There's an option
(Thanks to Bridge Michigan for the information in this article) Can I change my vote if I’ve already voted absentee and change my mind or my candidate drops out? Yes, under certain conditions, you can! Send a written, signed request to your local clerk and ask them to “spoil” your ballot and send you a […]
St. Joes to begin free shuttle bus route between Manchester and Chelsea
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea is introducing a free public transportation initiative in Stockbridge and Manchester through the Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE) service. As part of the agreement, the hospital has purchased a 12-person van with a wheel-chair lift, and will provide funding to support weekday shuttle service between Stockbridge, Manchester and Chelsea on scheduled […]
5HF handing over operation of the Manchester Wellness Center to schools
Last weekend rumors began circulating the community about the future of the Manchester Wellness Center. On Monday, a letter went out to members, stating that Manchester Community Schools (MCS) will be taking over management of the Manchester Wellness Center (MWC) from 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF). 5HF and MCS released a joint statement, “For eight […]
DDA-Chamber meeting produces new ideas for downtown activities
submitted by Pat Vailliencourt, Downtown Development Authority About 25 people, including business and property owners, attended a meeting last Wednesday at the Village Council chambers to discuss how to coordinate community activities in the downtown and beyond. Three people from Stockbridge also attended the meeting to observe the brainstorming session, as that community is also […]
