Interim Superintendent to start today
An interim superintendent has been hired by the Manchester Community Schools Board of Education and begins his tenure today, July 24. Brad Hamilton, who was formerly the superintendent of Grass Lake Community Schools for 13 years, retired from that district in December, 2015. At the time of his retirement, he had spent more than 38 […]
Worth Repeating closed, but still giving back to the community
Although Worth Repeating’s doors are shut forever, the organization is still giving back to the community. The organization has always given grants to local organizations from the money raised at their upscale re-sale shop. The board donated more than $34,000 in May, an additional $13,000 in June and have pledged $10,000 in two $5,000 scholarships to 2017 […]
Historical plaques installed in downtown Manchester
The Village of Manchester Downtown Development Authority recently completed the installation of eight historical plaques at key locations around the downtown area. These plaques were designed and funded by a grant from the Washtenaw County Convention and Visitors Bureau, through its Community Tourism Action Plan (CTAP). Their CTAP funding was partially matched by contributions from […]
Three fatalities in three days
The Manchester area saw three men killed in two single-auto accidents early last week. On Sunday, July 9, around noon, a a 23-year-old Clinton man was killed in a single car accident in Bridgewater Township on Sheridan Road between Bowens and Allen roads. He was later identified as Jackson Mowery. A second accident occurred last […]
37-star flag to fly over Manchester once again
One hundred and fifty years and 12 days ago the 37-star flag became the official flag of the United States of America. A star had been added to the 36-star flag because of the addition of Nebraska as a state. The three presidents served under this flag; Andrew Johnson, Ulysses S. Grant, and Rutherford B. […]
DNR considers new firewood policy for Michigan State Parks
In any given week in July, it’s likely someone you know is camping, and it’s possible you are planning a camping trip still, yourself this summer. If the campground is in a Michigan State Park, this may be the last summer you will be allowed to bring in outside firewood. Currently the DNR is considering implementing a […]
West Nile Virus found in Washtenaw County – report dead birds
Last week Washtenaw County Public Health encouraged residents to take measures to reduce the spread of West Nile virus. This warning was prompted by a dead green heron found in the Ypsilanti area testing positive for West Nile. High numbers of dead birds can indicate that the virus is active in a particular area, so report any dead […]
Farmers Market moving to the Fair this week
The Manchester Farmers Market, which runs every Thursday from 3:30 to 7 pm all summer long, will be relocated to the Fair Grounds this Thursday. Instead of Chi Bro Park, they will be setting up under the main pavilion at Alumni Field, on the corner of Vernon Street and Wolverine Street. Admission is free if you are […]
Graduation gown recycling program for Manchester High School
Graduation gowns, worn for a few hours at the most, can cost almost a hundred dollars if purchased at the last minute, and unless the graduate has a younger sibling of the same size and gender, unlikely to be worn again. The Manchester Ladies Society, who’ve successfully run a Prom Dress recycling program the last 4 […]
Riverfolk receives grant to put on musical assembly and concerts
The Riverfolk Music and Arts Organization was fortunate to receive a grant of $4,000 to provide several educational and artistic opportunities for youth and adults in Manchester between January and June of this year. The grant, as part of the support by the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) Minigrant Program, and administered […]
