Library seeking patrons’ reviews of books
by Amelia Herron, Manchester District Library Have you ever read a book and loved it so much you wish you could scream it from the rooftops? Have you ever read a book and hated it so much that you wish you could tell everyone you know never to read it? Well whether you’ve felt the […]
Art installation reflecting on what it means to be female in America coming to Manchester
In 1972, thirty female art students at the California Institute of Art transformed a dilapidated 17-room mansion into a groundbreaking feminist art installation known as Womanhouse. Forty-six years later, 26 female artists are responding with an installation of their own, and it is happening in Manchester! In February of this year, Laura Earle was finishing […]
Road commission announces delay on Sharon Valley bridge
The detour on Sharon Valley Road between Lamb Road and Prospect Hill will probably be longer than originally anticipated. The bridge replacement where Sharon Valley crosses the River Raisin was scheduled for completion early next month, but on September 19, a note appeared on the Washtenaw County Road Commission’s (WCRC) blog: “Unfortunately, this week we have hit […]
Fourth season of Blacksmith Shop concerts makes debut
Last Saturday, the historic Blacksmith Shop on Main Street hosted the first concert in its 2018-19 series, welcoming Jazz Manouche musicians “Harrington & Brown Quartet.” Jazz Manouche, also known as Gypsy Swing, came out of France in the 1920s and 30s and was popularized on both sides of the ocean by guitarist Django Reinhardt. Jazz Manouche groups […]
Watch for pedestrians in crosswalks
Back to school season, combined with more pleasant temperatures and reduced humidity, have combined to bring out many walkers on village sidewalks. And, at some point in their walk, almost every pedestrians will need to cross the street to reach their destination. This can put a pedestrian of any age–but most especially school children–in danger from an […]
County creates “How to Vote in Michigan” YouTube shorts aimed at young voters
The Washtenaw County Clerk/Register’s office is pleased to announce that the first of a four-part, nonpartisan video series designed to educate voters about the Michigan registration and voting process is now available on the County’s YouTube channel. The first part of this series is titled “How to Register to Vote in Michigan.” Other parts of the […]
Dredging complete, riverside park plans may be hitting a snag
After a dredging process that began in early July, the cranes and equipment left Manchester’s mill pond, just north of the Main Street bridge, mid-week last week. The completion of the dredging project clears the way for the construction phase of River Raisin Park. But last week’s bid opening for River Raisin Park development created […]
1 in 3 MHS students vape
The Washtenaw County Health Department reported last week that while less than 2% of Washtenaw County high school students reported smoking cigarettes in the past 30 days, according to the 2017-2018 Michigan Profile for Healthy Youth (MiPHY) more than 18% of Washtenaw County high school students were vaping during the past 30 days; an increase from […]
American 1 Credit Union donates $1,300 to Mens Club
On September 6, American 1 Credit Union which is currently building a branch on the site of the demolished Republic Bank at at 10903 M-52, presented a gift of $1,300 to the Manchester Mens Club in recognition of their generous service to the Manchester community. John Stedman of the Mens Club stated, “The Mens Club […]
PTO now supporting 2 schools, kicks off Fun Run
The Klager Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) kicked off their annual fundraising Fun Run last Wednesday. The PTO’s Cassie Carpenter described the Fun Run, “The Fun Run is a no-nonsense, health centered event in which the kids from Riverside Intermediate and Klager Elementary raise pledge money, win a variety of prizes, and participate in an afternoon […]
