A series of housing-related bills under consideration in the Michigan Legislature is drawing increased attention from local officials and municipal organizations, including the Michigan Municipal League, which has circulated a sample resolution outlining potential concerns. The suggested resolution has surfaced in communities such as Dexter, though local officials there have not taken action on it. ...
The wolf population on Isle Royale is growing and thriving, while the island’s moose population continues a sharp and troubling decline, according to a new annual report from Michigan Technological University researchers. Scientists estimate there are now 37 wolves on the remote Lake Superior island, an increase from recent years and a sign the predator ...
Do you have a special election on May 5th? What to know about the ballot proposals on the May 5th Special Election ballot A small number of Washtenaw County voters have a special election approaching on May 5th, 2026 when Ingham Intermediate School District, Grass Lake Community Schools, and Columbia School District will ask voters ...
Sun Times News writer Heather Finch has been recognized with the “Excellence in Creative Expression” award from the Washtenaw Community College English and College Readiness Department. Finch, who covers Milan schools and community news in Washtenaw County, was honored for her work in storytelling and writing. Her reporting has highlighted local voices and everyday experiences ...
By Steve Gwisdalla Hello Tribe of Up! Welcome to our little corner of the world where we advocate for more joy, help each other spread kindness and leave the divisive and polarization ‘at the door’ for a few moments. I love spring. Spring brings life back to things that have been dormant for months. Flowers, ...
Adrian High School staged Hadestown – Teen Version at the Joanne & George Argyros Performing Arts Center. Hadestown made its debut on Broadway in 2019, garnering nineteen Tony Award nominations. The book, music and lyrics were written by Anais Mitchell. The creative team behind the production included Emily Gifford as artistic director, costume and scenic ...
Savit will face Eaton County Prosecutor in November Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney Eli Savit will represent the Democratic Party in the race for Michigan Attorney General this November. Savit was selected by Democratic Party members at their state nominating convention in Detroit over the weekend. Savit competed against Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald and longtime ...
State Sen. Jeff Irwin is backing a bill passed by the Michigan Senate that would limit when hospitals can require nurses to work beyond their scheduled shifts. The bill package passed April 15 and now moves to the Michigan House. In a post after the vote, Irwin said hospitals should not rely on overworked nurses ...
Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced a state of emergency for 32 additional Michigan counties as communities continue to face widespread damage from severe weather, including flooding, rising water levels, straight-line winds, and tornadoes. The newly included counties are Alcona, Allegan, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Barry, Benzie, Charlevoix, Clare, Crawford, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Iosco, Kalkaska, Lake, ...
Eastern Michigan University’s (EMU) graduate programs earned national recognition in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings, with several programs making significant gains. EMU’s master of occupational therapy program climbed 12 spots to No. 41, the College of Education broke into the top 100 for the first time at No. 82—an 86‑spot leap—and speech‑language pathology ranked No. 123. U.S. News ...
Spring has arrived! According to the calendar, anyway. I cannot wait to get into the garden! I’m going to plant radishes and tomatoes, and peppers, and fennel, and basil, and zucchini, and green beans, and the list goes on. I have seed catalogs piling up on my kitchen table, flaunting all the colors of the ...
Wolves are often associated with movies, fairy tales, or far-off wilderness, places well removed from daily life in Washtenaw County. But that wasn’t always the case. Two hundred years ago, wolves were part of the landscape people settled into and factored into everyday decisions. They weren’t rare, and they weren’t distant. Wolves were here. According ...
Editor’s Note: As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, the Dexter Area Historical Society presents a series exploring Dexter’s history within the broader context of state and national events. This first installment examines the village’s founding during America’s westward expansion. During the early years of our country, the interior of Michigan was largely ignored, and ...
Governor, US Senator, State Reps, Judges, School Boards and More 2026 is a consequential year for voters across the country, particularly here in Michigan. Open seats include Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State as well as one US Senate seat and all US Congressional Representative seats. Voters will also weigh in on State Legislative ...
A newly introduced bill in the Michigan Senate would require older drivers to pass regular in-person driving tests to keep their licenses, sparking questions and debate among readers about whether senior drivers are truly a safety concern. Senate Bill 847, introduced on March 18, 2026, by Sen. Rosemary Bayer (D-13, Farmington Hills, Novi) and referred ...
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