County Emergency Communications Millage Renewal on Primary Ballot
Ten years ago, Washtenaw County residents supported an Emergency Communications millage for a county-wide, shared radio system so that all public safety personnel in the county could talk to each other. The millage expires at the end of 2016. Washtenaw County is seeking the renewal of that millage so that it can continue to support […]
Seasonal Weight Restrictions Imposed on Most Roads in Washtenaw County
The Washtenaw County Road Commission will IMPOSE the Seasonal Weight Restrictions effective 6am on Friday, February 19, 2016. 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 designed and constructed for heavy vehicle loads year-round and designated to be an […]
Manchester Begins Planning for its 150th Birthday!
Are you ready for a 150th birthday party? The Manchester Area Historical Society (MAHS) and the Village of Manchester are in the beginning stages of planning for a Sesquicentennial Celebration in honor of the 150th anniversary of the incorporation of Manchester as a village which occurred in March, 1867. Similar to our 1967 Centennial Celebration, as […]
Klager K Kids Organization Inducts 30 Members
Kiwanis, a Manchester organization familiar to many, recently celebrated 25 years of service to our community. Some of their more well known projects include the canoe race, Crazy Cash, cider sales as well as financial donations toward many local projects, but what they are most proud of is their sponsorship of Manchester youth service organizations the Key […]
Manchester Middle School Celebrates the Nation-wide Great Kindness Challenge
Manchester Middle School celebrates the Nation-wide Great Kindness Challenge. SRSLY Manchester brought the Nation-wide Great Kindness Challenge (School Edition) to Manchester Middle School the week of February 8, 2015 through February 12, 2016! The Great Kindness Challenge is a week dedicated to performing millions of acts of kindness on campuses nationwide. Manchester Middle School students […]
MHS Team Finishes First at Manchester Community School’s Foundation Trivia Night
On Saturday, February 6th, the Manchester Community Schools Foundation hosted their annual Trivia Night for adults at Freedom Township Hall. Seven teams competed with the Manchester High School team taking top honors. The table decoration award went to Theresa Herron’s Generic Trivia Team. The funds raised will go directly back to the students of Manchester […]
School Building Configuration Committee Has Second Meeting, Shares Information
The Building Configuration Committee had its second meeting February 9th at 6pm. In an effort to keep the community informed about the information as they discuss it, the Committee has asked the Mirror to share the following documents. First we have we have the meeting Agenda and an updated committee list. Second we have the Building Configuration […]
DTE Energy Customers May be Eligible for FREE Furnace Tune-Up
With freezing temperatures that have finally descended upon us, it’s important to make sure your furnace is functioning properly. Habitat for Humanity has a great program that may allow you to test and tune your furnace and even replace it at a reduced cost if needed. While Manchester Village and Township are serviced by Consumers, parts […]
Michigan Tobacco Quitline is Offering 8 Weeks of FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Are you thinking about quitting smoking? During February 2016, the Michigan Tobacco Quitline is offering 8 weeks of free nicotine replacement therapy to anyone who calls and enrolls. The number to call is 1-800-QUIT-NOW or 1-855-784-8669 (English) or 1-800-DEJELO-YA or 1-855-335-3569 (Spanish). The first call to the Quitline will last about 20 minutes. Information provided is confidential and used […]
NO PARKING East of Bridge for Beam Delivery Thursday & Friday
The Village announced tonight that on Thursday, February 11th and Friday, February 12th, 2016 there will be NO PARKING on E. Main St. from the Main Street Bridge (currently under construction) east to Beaufort St. from 9am to 5pm to accommodate the delivery of the bridge beams.
