Unforgettable Photos makes its next move
A little over two years ago, Mary Bortmas was at a crossroads with her successful photography business, Unforgettable Photos. She had given up her space at 101 West Main Street, allowing her the freedom to take her business in a new direction. “I moved into the Main Street Suites in October 2014 and scaled back my sessions […]
Walking to School With Heart!
Favorable weather and the promise of heart-themed goodies brought out 56 Klager kids, a good number of adults, and four middle school walkers last Wednesday for the “Heart Smart Walk.” Organizer Kathy O’Mara provided heart necklaces, Valentine pencils, and small treats for each walker. The kids also shared a packet of Valentine treats with the donut […]
WCRC imposes seasonal weight restrictions
The Washtenaw County Road Commission has imposed seasonal weight restrictions effective 6 am on Friday, February 17. A subsequent media advisory will be issued when the Seasonal Weight Restrictions are suspended. Road damage caused by heavy vehicles during winter and spring thawing periods is a problem that affects all northern states. Unless a roadway has been […]
Judy Ivan Healthy Communities Endowment seeks Manchester applicants
Saint Joseph Mercy Health System is calling for applicants from Manchester as well as other communities in the Saline area for the Judy Ivan Healthy Communities Endowment. Applications are due Friday, March 31, 2017. The Endowment’s philosophy is to assist community groups within the Saline service area with financial resources for projects or initiatives that […]
Knights of Columbus Manchester Council Celebrate 60th Anniversary
The Knights of Columbus, The Father Edwin Fisher Council of Manchester celebrated their 60th year with a grand party on Saturday February 11th–one day after the anniversary of their official beginning in 1957. The Saint Mary’s parish hall was filled with members and their families. Since their founding, the Knights of Columbus (KoC) have made […]
Manchester Township Fire Department hires Bill Scully as Fire Chief
Scully is a name in Manchester nearly synonymous with the Fire Department, and as of last month, Bill Scully was once again hired as the Manchester Township Fire Chief. Scully stated, “I have been a member of the Manchester Township Fire Department for 32 years, I was the Fire Chief from 1999 through 2014. I stepped […]
Washtenaw County opposes repeal of Affordable Care Act
The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution Feb. 1 to oppose any repeal or weakening of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The resolution cited the vast number of county residents the ACA has helped, as well as the local economic opportunities it has provided. The resolution passed 8 to 0 with Alicia Ping, […]
MHS Band rocks Solo & Ensemble, seven students advance to states!
Congratulations to the following MHS students who participated at the annual MSBOA District Solo and Ensemble Festival, recently held at Onsted High School: Rachel Allen, Caitlyn Baskins, Jamie Beck, Cozette Cecconie, Meghan Marotz, Emma Mrocko, Gi West, and Jenni Wozniak. All but one student earned a first division rating and will be eligible to participate at the State level in March. Super […]
New beard competition category announced for currently clean-shaven men
Are you currently clean-shaven and and see no path to entering the Sesquicentennial Beard and Mustache Competition this summer and competing with impressive multi-year grown beards? Now there is a category just for you, the 150-Club category! In honor of Manchester’s 150th birthday celebration, men entering the 150 category must be clean-shaven on March 8th, […]
Team Middle School victorious at MCSF Trivia Night!
submitted by Theresa Herron The annual Manchester Community Schools Foundation Trivia Night is generally a nail-biter. But this year, the teams stayed neck-and-neck for most of the rounds until the winning team was announced. Team Middle School took the honors and won the coveted t-shirts. The event is held in a team format, which allows […]
