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Read to a dog at the library!
Submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library. The Manchester District Library (MDL) invites readers ages 6–9 to read to a dog on Wednesday, July 24, with appointments starting at 11am. This is a great opportunity for emerging readers to gain a positive attitude toward books and build self-confidence in their skills by reading to a therapy animal.
Hillsdale FFA team takes retreat at Hocking Hills
JEROMESVILLE — The Hillsdale FFA Officer team took its retreat on June 5 and 6 in Hocking Hills. The officers for this year are President: Dally Meek; Vice President: Baylee Weber; Secretary: Maci Atterholt; Treasurer: Reed Twining; Reporter: Jillian Cowger; Sentinel: Ava Bolen; Student Advisor: Emma Linder. They started...
Riverboat Queen: “We Will Rock You,” at the Clinton Area Showboat Theatre through July 21
If you’ve ever wondered what a collaboration between George Orwell and Freddie Mercury would look like, you’ll find your answer in We Will Rock You, now playing at the Clinton Area Showboat Theatre. Post Author: Mike Schulz.
Tyler Horky named to dean’s list at K College
Tyler Horky of Manchester, Mich. (48158), has been named to the Kalamazoo College spring 2024 dean’s list. Dean’s list recognition is earned with a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a full-time course load of at least three units, without failing or withdrawing from any course, during the spring 2024 academic term.
OBITUARY: Randy F. Maurer
Randy F. Maurer, 68, of Quincy, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024. There will be no funeral service at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home George White Chapel in Quincy. Randy was born in Albion, Michigan on August 13, 1955, to Harold Maurer Sr. and Lillian (Heath)...
Chad Rhoades (1978 – 2024)
(Member Of True North Church In Wauseon) Chad A. Rhoades, age 46, of rural Delta, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. He was a Senior Electrician with North Star BlueScope Steel in Delta for the past 15 years. Chad was also an eight-year...
Jackson’s Biggest Folly? Progress Place, 1964-1983
I remember Jackson's “Progress Place” vividly. Boy, how I remember. It was considered by a majority of residents to be the worst thing that ever happened to downtown Jackson. Literally, ever. When they were finished building this in 1964, I remember having to walk way too far (I thought) to get to my favorite downtown places – like Woolworth's, the Capitol Theater, and the shoe shop.
Obituary: Gerald Everett Eaton
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. Gerald Everett Eaton, (also known as Mr. Stover), age 91, of Tecumseh, MI passed away on July 10, 2024 at home under hospice with his family at his side. He was born in Adrian, MI on June 21, 1933 to the late Arthur Joseph and Myldred Blanche (Everett) Eaton. On his birthday, June 21, 1952 he married Geraldine Ruth Handy and they were just 20 days short of their 70th wedding anniversary when she passed on June 1, 2022.
Obituary: Terry Seames
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. Terry Seames, age 69, of Manchester, Michigan passed away at home on July 14, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Terry is survived by his wife and best friend, Bridget; son, Joshua; daughter, Megan; son-in-law,...
Events of Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Food Truck Tuesday. 11 AM to 3 PM. Looking for lunch fun? Look no further than Food Truck Tuesday, at Horace Blackman Park in Downtown Jackson. Large-scale yard games, more seating and tables! Live entertainment by Dan Bickel. Bring your appetites and a friend for 10-12 food options per event.
Gazebo Concert this week: Brad Frey
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. The free Thursday Gazebo Concert Series continues this week. Bring chairs or a blanket to sit on and come listen to Brad Frey in Wurster Park this Thursday, July 11, from 7pm to 8pm, as he plays his keyboard and performs songs by rock classics like Jerry Lee Lewis. Rain location is Emanuel Church, 324 W Main St (kitty-corner to the park). This concert is sponsored by Manchester District Library and Worth Repeating.
WCHD pop-up clinic coming to the Farmers Market
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. The Washtenaw County Health Department (WCHD) will be returning to the Manchester Farmers Market on Thursday, July 25, from 3:30pm to 6pm. They will be able to give vaccines, provide referrals, and perform other clinic services. You must call WCHD at (734) 544-6700 to schedule vaccines and other services before noon the day before. The Manchester Farmers Market is located downtown on Adrian Street.
Messerly Earns Medalist Honors at JCWGA Match Play
Pam Messerly. Photo by Jeff Steers, JTV Sports. (July 15, 2024 5:52 PM ET) Pam Messerly earned the medalist honors in the Jackson County Womens Golf Association Match Play Tournament qualifying held at Sharp Park Golf Course Monday. Messerly tied Napoleon High School golfer Anna McCubbins with 75s and won...
Show off your hobbies and collections at the Fair!
The 79th Manchester Community Fair is fast approaching, and that means we have three more weeks to gather projects (or work on some new ones) for entry in the Exhibit Building at the Fair! This is an opportunity for Adults and kids to show off your cool collections, your unique hobbies, and your creative ventures. Entries will be accepted on Monday, August 5th, from 2pm to 8pm. (Note: Homemaker and Junior Homemaker award participants must register at the exhibit building by 4pm and all of their entry sheets need to be turned in by 7pm.) Entries get judged and small monetary prizes are awarded. It’s free and an awesome way to get your kids involved, too.
Authorities searching for more victims after Lenawee County pastor arrested on criminal sexual conduct charges
LENAWEE COUNTY, Mich. — A Lenawee County pastor was arraigned Monday on charges of criminal sexual conduct after being arrested over the weekend. Adrian police said Michael Ronald Goble faces two counts of criminal sexual conduct of the second degree. APD said that based on the totality of the...
Photos: Driving tour stops in Manchester for lunch
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. If you tried to drive through downtown Manchester on Saturday afternoon, you may have been surprised to discover Main Street closed off and traffic routed around. You may have been even more surprised to discover cars parked in both lanes. Sunday was the annual Concours d’Elegance in Northville, a prestigious car show where vehicles are heavily inspected and novelty/famous cars are displayed. Organizers offered participants a driving tour leaving from Northville as part of the weekend festivities with a stop in Manchester for lunch on Saturday as part of the weekend event. The stop was pre-arranged with the City.
Dan Budd appointed to fill vacant school board seat
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. At the June 12, 2024, Manchester Community Schools Regular Board of Education Meeting, the board accepted the resignation of board secretary Jeff White. After posting the opening, receiving applications, and conducting interviews, they selected Dan Budd to fill the vacant seat. Budd will be sworn in as a board member and take his oath of office tonight, Monday, July 15, 2024.
Police seek more victims in Lenawee County pastor’s sexual assault case
ADRIAN, Mich. – Police are looking for more potential victims of a religious leader in Adrian who is facing sexual assault charges. Pastor Michael Ronald Goble was arrested Saturday, July 13, and was charged Monday, July 15, with two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. The incident is being...
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