Manchester Community Schools breaks ground on Athletic Complex renovations
by Sara Swanson Manchester Community Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony at the Athletic Complex on Friday, March 21, 2025. Dr. Brad Bezeau, superintendent, spoke first, introducing school board members and project partners, and talking about the project overall. Sandra Wiitala, school board president, spoke next, thanking community members and school families and explaining the bond […]
Is your child starting preschool or kindergarten? It’s time for a hearing and vision screening
submitted by Washtenaw County Health Department All children starting kindergarten or preschool must have their hearing and vision tested before starting school. The Washtenaw County Health Department offers free office appointments for hearing and vision screenings for children entering school in the fall. Appointments are available from May until August 2025. Call 734-544-6786 to schedule. “It […]
Arkona Rd to close next week for culvert replacement
from WCRC On Monday, April 14, 2025, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will close Arkona Rd between US-12 and Abel Rd in Bridgewater Township during daytime hours for a culvert replacement. The road will reopen at the end of each day and remain open until work resumes the following morning. The road improvements are […]
April Is Alcohol Awareness Month
submitted by Michigan Liquor Control Commission April marks Alcohol Awareness Month across the nation and helps underscore responsible choices and informed decisions when it comes to alcohol consumption. From the champagne toast at weddings to having that cocktail before dinner, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) urges moderation in drinking in recognition of Alcohol Awareness […]
Weather delays hydrant and water valve work
from the City of Manchester Due to the rain, the hydrant and valve work that was scheduled for Torrey Street and Duncan Street is postponed until Thursday. The plan is to do all hydrant and valve work on Torrey Street and Duncan Street, along with E. Main Street, Wolverine Street, and Vernon Street on Thursday, […]
Kellie Dawna — exactly where she’s meant to be
by Marsha Chartrand There’s been more motion on Main Street recently with the reopening of Beauty by Kellie Dawna moving to the main level at 109 E Main St (former home of Dragonfly and Birch). “I’ve been an aesthetician and the owner of Beauty by Kellie Dawna for five years now,” says Kellie Stockwell Whitt, […]
Designs needed for canoe and kayak race T-shirt
by Sara Swanson The 59th Annual River Raisin Canoe and Kayak Race is just around the corner on May 18 this year. Organizers have launched a design contest for this year’s race T-shirt design. The winner will receive a free T-shirt and a $50 gift certificate to the local business of their choice. The design […]
Pick up free seeds from the seed library at the MDL!
by Sara Swanson After being packed away for the winter months, the seed library is once again set up for self-service in the vestibule of the Manchester District Library (MDL), available whenever the library is open: Monday through Thursday, 10am to 8pm; Friday, 10am to 6pm; and Saturday, 10am to 2pm. The MDL is located […]
The Shakespeare Club considers glass
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Shakespeare Club Right now, instead of looking through your window, look at it. As Franci van der Schalie shared with the Shakespeare Club at its meeting on March 11, the glass in our windows, windshields, drinking cups, cookware, telescopes — such as the Webb and Hubble as well as the Hale […]
Firearm deaths overall & firearm homicides in Washtenaw decreased in 2024, firearm suicide numbers remain consistent
from Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office and Washtenaw County Health Department The Washtenaw County Health Department is releasing a new 2024 Firearm Death Report on local firearm deaths. Firearm death rates in the county decreased from 2023 to 2024. “This report shows a promising decrease in local firearm deaths,” says Juan Luis Marquez, MD, MPH, Washtenaw County Health Department […]
