Grant Filed for Riverfront Development Project - "Orange Building” Not Included in Plan
As the riverfront park development project is getting under way, with grant applications filed in the nick of time to meet the April 1 deadline, questions are being asked about how this development will progress. Currently, only the former “Buss Property,” the site of the old barn structure that was removed two years ago, is […]
State Senate Candidate Shari Pollesch Campaigns in Manchester
Editor’s Note: Due to redistricting, Manchester and Bridgewater Townships (currently located in State Senate District 17) and Freedom and Sharon Townships (currently in State Senate District 18), will now be voting in District 22 November. Joe Hune is the current State Senator for District 22. Shari Pollesch is running for this seat. The Mirror does […]
NEW Seed Library in Manchester
If you are a gardener, you know that planting season is just around the corner. And while the hardware store is a great source and seed catalogs provide an endless selection, you now have another choice. Manchester’s Seed Library is open for business! Seed libraries are growing in number across the country. Building on the […]
Manchester to Receive $10,116.68 from State Government to Help Restore Road Maintenance Budget Due to Harsh Winter
April 3, 2014 -- Counties, cities and villages today received a combined $60.9 million to help restore road maintenance budgets that were depleted by Michigan's tough winter. The $60.9 million is part of $100 million for special winter road maintenance provided in a supplemental appropriations bill enacted by the Michigan Legislature and signed into law […]
Manchester Community Schools Honored with Healthy Workplace Award
In conjunction with National Public Health week, Washtenaw County Public Health (WCPH) is honoring five local businesses with Healthy Workplace Awards. These awards recognize Washtenaw County businesses that are assisting their employees in reducing unhealthy behaviors that can lead to chronic disease through the implementation of workplace wellness programs. Manchester Community Schools (MCS) was one […]
Healthy Michigan Plan Now Open for Enrollment!
Have you heard of the Healthy Michigan Plan? It’s a new, low-cost health plan designed for low-income Michigan residents. Nearly half a million Michigan adults will be eligible for coverage beginning April 1, 2014. This government financed health insurance program is paid for by the federal Affordable Care Act, popularly known as Obamacare. Available through […]
School Year Extended Through June 13
We are coming out of a harsh winter which resulted in 11 school closings. Because this is 5 more than our allotted number, the State of Michigan requires that these days are made-up. Consequently, Manchester Community Schools has announced that the school year has been extended by five days. The schools' state funding is dependent […]
Manchester District Library Celebrates National Library Week by Collecting Food for Fines
by Anne Buckalew This week, the Manchester District Library joins libraries in schools, campuses and communities nationwide in celebrating National Library Week. First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. Manchester District Library is celebrating National Library Week […]
Deadline to Enroll in Health Care Coverage is TODAY - March 31st
From the Manchester Community Resource Center If you aren’t already covered, the deadline is today to enroll in a health insurance plan. Visit HealthCare.gov to sign up now. Call 1-800-318-2596 to learn more. If you qualify for Michigan’s expanded Medicaid coverage you will be able to sign up beginning April 1st. Visit MIBridges to apply online. Call the CRC […]
Update: Missing Person Found
Update: Saturday, 5:41pm - Found! Robert Mullins, who was reported missing from a Superior Township senior citizens assisted living home has been located. The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office Mounted Unit located Mr. Mullins in a field not far from where he was last seen. As mounted deputies searched a field on Prospect just north of […]
