Why every senior should complete the census
submitted by the Manchester Community Resource Center
Village waits for news from Lansing on cityhood
Village residents will soon receive a newsletter with the latest information about the process of Manchester becoming a city. “It is a long process!” is the basic message of the newsletter. Residents are asked to be aware that while a village-wide petition drive will likely take place after the first of the year, that is […]
Men’s Club supports basketball program
The Manchester Men’s Club recently made a substantial donation to the Manchester Boys Basketball Program. Coach Ahrens stopped by the club’s meeting to talk to the membership about this year’s team, the program’s past successes, and their plans for this year. He also highlighted their many needs: new uniforms, shot clocks, money for summer camp […]
Christmas in the Village contest winners
One of the exciting parts of Manchester’s Christmas in the Village celebration is finding out “who won?” in all the contests–especially lighting and parade decorating and this year, the addition of a cookie contest and an Ugly Sweater contest! This year’s winners for residential Outdoor Decorating (Sponsored by Manchester True Value Hardware), are Rebecca Daugherty, […]
Manchester bird enthusiasts invited to help with Christmas Bird Count
submitted by Johanna Lentz, Lenawee Birders The National Audubon Society invites birdwatchers to participate in the longest-running community science survey, the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC). On December 14, 2019, birders and nature enthusiasts in Clinton and surrounding areas including Manchester, will take part in this tradition, many rising before dawn to participate. It […]
2nd Annual Reindeer Trail Walk/Run results
Manchester High School Cross Country held their 2nd Annual Reindeer Trail Run/Walk Saturday during Christmas in the Village. The run/walk, utilizing the County’s Leonard Preserve, had a good turnout despite the cold weather. Angie Flint, one of the organizers, stated, ” We had a total of 135 runners! It was another successful year and we […]
Petting zoo, animals in the parade, and more last-minute Christmas in the Village details
submitted by Jennifer Wojtowicz, Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce Here are some last minute details about Christmas in the village: Festival of Trees – Located in the alley. Be sure to vote for your favorite tree on Sat., Dec 7, 9 am-4 pm, by placing non-perishable donation under your chosen tree. Donations go to the […]
Men’s Club Christmas Tree sale open for business
They’re here, and they’re going fast! With the help of MHS soccer players and Equestrian team members, the Manchester Men’s Club was able to open their gates on their first day of business Sunday. In just a matter of a few hours, the group sold 45 of their 180 total Christmas trees. At $45 each, […]
News from the Winter Farmers Market and Acorn
Submitted by Ruth VanBogelen for the Acorn Farmers Market & Café The Winter Farmers Market completed its first month last weekend with 13 markets and, as promised, is providing local food to area residents to make healthy homemade meals. We heard several people tell how their Thanksgiving dinner was made almost completely from food from […]
Fegan: “no news” on Superintendent
School board president Chris Fegan reported this weekend that there is “no update” as yet on the possible departure of Superintendent Nick Steinmetz, who received an offer for a similar position last week from the Madison School District in Lenawee County. Fegan indicated that the school board is “working like heck to keep (Steinmetz)” in […]
