Martinrea plant shuts down briefly for small fire
Late Wednesday afternoon, the fire department was dispatched to Martinrea Industries, Bishop Circle Assembly on located on Parr Road. Michael Riesterer, Manchester Township’s fire chief, reported that while welding on a support to a tank containing coolant used in the manufacturing process, workers inadvertently ignited insulation with sparks, catching an exhaust fan and filter on fire. Riesterer stated, “Damage […]
Fair raises $2,500 for Chad Tough Foundation, considers fundraising for local organization next year
The Manchester Community Fair raised $2,500 during fair week for the Chad Tough Foundation, whose goal is to fund research and raise awareness for Pediatric Brain Tumors with an emphasis on Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma. The fair raised money with a dunk tank and nightly car smash event where donors were able to hit a car […]
Hand-cranked generator on display at the Manchester District Library
Now through August, the Manchester District Library will continue to display an interactive Hand-Cranked generator on loan from the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. The first electric generator using magnets was made by Michael Faraday in 1831. Generators work by converting the mechanical energy of the user turning the hand crank into electrical energy. By rotating a […]
Cultural Art Strings Celebrates 5 Years!
Cultural Art Strings (CAS) finished up its first week of camp on Friday by presenting a showcase of performances for the families of campers. CAS will end this year’s camp with performances on Thursday, June 30th, at 7:30pm at the Gazebo Concert playing along with featured artist Brad Phillips and on Friday, July 1st, at […]
Manchester High School Receives Meemic Foundation Grant
The Meemic Foundation, a non-profit organization created by Meemic Insurance Company, announced today, that Manchester High School World Language teacher Jamie Woodring received a grant to to develop a more comfortable learning environment and support 21st century research and project-based learning. Representative Larry Antonelli, of Antonelli Agency in Plymouth, MI, was on hand to present the […]
State Fire Marshal Urges Safety with Fireworks
Summer is here and if you plan to celebrate by setting off a few fireworks or giving the kids sparklers, know the dangers and take every safety precaution to avoid injuries. That’s especially true with the more powerful consumer-grade devices such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, sky lanterns, and Roman candles. “Fireworks are a risky thrill and […]
Michigan’s 103rd State Park is in Manchester
After years of negotiations, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced on June 16, 2016 a $2.9 million purchase of 717 acres of land in Norvell Township, Jackson County. Combined with 405 acres of contiguous land owned by the Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission in Manchester Township, the property will become the 1,122-acre Watkins […]
Coyotes not uncommon in southwest Washtenaw County
Recent reports have been circulating, particularly from Manchester and Sharon Township residents, of coyotes intruding on poultry pens. In mid-May, a Manchester Township resident shared a story of losing eight ducks on two successive nights, despite a six-foot fence surrounding their pasture. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), many suburban and urban […]
Check Out a Great Summer Vacation with Your Library Card
Planning a trip this summer? Want to explore Michigan parks and cultural attractions? With your Manchester District Library card and the Michigan Activity Pass program, you can check out free or discounted admissions to more than 400 Michigan attractions. Now in its ninth year, the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) program continues to grow and add attractions. […]
Chain Gang takes on new project, needs yarn donations
The Chain Gang, Manchester’s own network of knitters and crocheters who produce premie hats, newborn hats, chemo caps, prayer shawls, lapghans, slippers and more for premature babies, newborns, cancer patients, veterans, children in foster care and others in need have taken on a new project. The cardio intensive care unit at U of M’s hospital has […]
