WCRC: Forestry work in Manchester and Sharon townships
by Sara Swanson Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) has announced forestry work coming up in Manchester and Sharon townships. On Monday, August 24, 2026, the WCRC will begin performing forestry work on Hudson Rd between US-12 (Michigan Ave) and Lemm Rd in Manchester Township. On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, WCRC will begin performing forestry work […]
CRC receives OCED grant to allow for outreach to the senior center & more
by Sara Swanson The Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development’s (OCED’s) New Human Services Partnership (NHSP) recently announced they awarded grants of $40,000 each to nine local community organizations through the Mini Grant Program. One of those nine grants was awarded to the Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC). Applications went through a thorough […]
Tom Johns selected as next MCS superintendent
by Sara Swanson The Manchester Community Schools Board of Education announced late last week that Tom Johns, the district’s current Riverside Intermediate School principal and newly appointed athletic director, has been selected as the next Superintendent of Manchester Community Schools. This marks an exciting new chapter for our district, and we look forward to the […]
City of Manchester launches new notification system
submitted by Michael Sessions, City Manager, City of Manchester The City of Manchester is pleased to announce the launch of a new community notification system designed to provide residents with timely and direct information regarding emergencies, utility issues, road closures, public safety matters, and other important City updates. Recent events, including the temporary loss of […]
Meet the Manchester Senior Citizens Council Board
by Sara Swanson Manchester Senior Citizens Council (MSCC) has been busy this summer with ongoing improvements to the center, new activities, and a brand new website! The new website includes the center’s calendar of upcoming events, the monthly menu for senior meals, the application for help with minor home repairs, the history of the organization, […]
Manchester Township discusses increased FD calls for service & voting turnout
by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the August 11 board meeting except Mike Fusilier. Also present were fire chief Mike Kouba and planning commissioners Jim Carpenter and Carl Werner and a few other members of the public. Kouba provided the monthly report for July. There were 105 calls for service in July, […]
Roadwork updates on Ann Arbor-Saline Rd at Ellsworth Rd hill cut and Scio Church Rd at Zeeb Rd roundabout
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission On August 1, the contractor working on behalf of the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) closed the intersection of Ann Arbor-Saline Rd and Ellsworth Rd in Lodi and Pittsfield townships. The contractor removed the existing pavement and replaced the culvert under Ellsworth Rd. They also began excavating along Ann […]
Multi-generational playspace going in at City Hall; many volunteers needed!
by Sara Swanson The City of Manchester has partnered with the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, and KABOOM! to build a new adventure course, game area, and play equipment off of the lower parking lot of 912 City Rd, which houses City Hall, the Manchester District Library, and the Manchester […]
Peggy Allen inducted into Lions of Michigan Foundation Hall of Fame
by Sara Swanson On Saturday, August 1, Peggy Allen was inducted into the Lions of Michigan Foundation Hall of Fame during a ceremony held in Mount Pleasant. As a charter member and founder of the Manchester Lions Club 19 years ago, she quickly ascended the ranks to district governor and then to Lions of Michigan […]
Adopt an adult cat for free at HSHV
by Sara Swanson We reported in July that Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) is offering an Adopt One, Get One Free special on kittens for a limited time. With over 380 cats currently in their care, HSHV has extended that offer and has also made adult cats and working barn cats available for no […]
