The Lodi Township Planning Commission is pushing back against Toll Brothers, demanding clear answers and accountability before approving the Arbor Preserve site plan. Photo: Lodi Township Planning Commission Members, Chair Strader is third from the left. Photo by Steve Sheldon. “We’re not Novi, and we never will be,” said Cindy Strader, Chair of the Lodi ...
Community News To better understand the community’s needs, the City of Saline is asking for citizen response to a brief survey regarding the City’s search for a permanent City Manager. “This survey will assist City Council, our consultant and hiring committee pinpoint specific characteristics and attributes we’d like our future City Manager to possess,” said ...
Highlights from the report outlining key options, from costly repairs to full removal, detailing financial, environmental, and historical impacts for the community. The City of Saline is evaluating whether to keep or remove the Saline River Dam. The dam does not appear to be at immediate risk of failure, but there are concerns about deterioration ...
The Saline- Milan girls’ water polo team had a quick start to the 2025 season with a pair of wins last week. The Chickadees opened the season with a hard-fought 7-4 win over Birmingham Groves March 18. Groves took a 1-0 lead after one period, but Saline-Milan scored three times in the second to take ...
In February 2025, Officers responded to 128 calls for police service in Lodi Township, down from 192 the previous year, a 33% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Feb) are 291, down from 491 for the same period last year, a 41% decrease. Officers conducted 29 traffic stops, down from 104 last year. Six citations were ...
Kim Kaster, owner of Brewed Awakenings, is retiring after 14 years of building a beloved community coffee shop, leaving a legacy of great coffee and cherished connections. Congratulations to Brewed Awakenings owner Kim Kaster, who recently announced her retirement on Facebook. Having just celebrated their 14th anniversary on March 1, Kim explains in her remarks ...
Saline Middle School’s expansion is moving forward with major upgrades, including a new STEAM Center, senior center improvements, and a community athletic complex. Although the groundbreaking ceremony for the Saline Middle School expansion was held indoors due to inclement weather, no one’s enthusiasm was dampened. Saline Schools Superintendent Dr. Steven Laatsch describes the next remodeling ...
The Saline City Council voted to recognize Transgender Day of Visibility, committing to inclusivity and flying the transgender pride flag annually. At its March 17 meeting, the Saline City Council approved a resolution recognizing March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility, reaffirming the city’s commitment to inclusivity and support for the transgender community. The resolution ...
Saline City Council approved a major budget increase for the fire department amid concerns over financial oversight and fire board dysfunction. The Saline City Council reviewed and ultimately approved the Saline Area Fire Department’s (SAFD) 2025-2026 budget on March 17, but not without raising concerns over financial transparency and governance issues within the fire board. ...
Saline residents urged city leaders to reconsider removing the Saline Dam, citing historical, recreational, and financial concerns during a public comment session. Photo: Wendy Weller speaks to the Saline City Council at its March 17, 2025 meeting about the impact the dam has on her business. Photo: city video screenshot At the March 17 Saline ...
City officials review a feasibility study outlining the costs and environmental impact of removing or rehabilitating the Saline River Dam. Photo: Saline River Dam: Google Streetview The future of the Saline River Dam took center stage at the Saline City Council meeting on March 17, as city officials and engineers presented a feasibility study outlining ...
Whether on a tour of a pineapple plantation or sitting down for a conversation with their host family, a group of AP Spanish students from Saline High School (SHS) thoroughly enjoyed their recent trip to Costa Rica, where they mixed fun with learning. The visit to this Central American country was a school trip with ...
Discover how Saline’s gardening groups turn soil into community spirit, cultivating joy, friendship, and plenty of fresh produce. It’s March and we are now well past the groundhog seeing his shadow. The days are getting longer, the birds have returned, and we are dreaming of our flower and vegetable gardens. The Saline community is fortunate ...
The heartwarming show runs March 14-16 Photo: L-R: Stella Geragosian as Lily, Maddy Cummins as Rooster, Noelle Harnish as Miss Hannigan singing Easy Street. Photo by Steve Sheldon Saline Junior Theatre, a program through the Saline Community Education Department, celebrates its 20th year of providing kids with an opportunity to sing and act in Broadway ...
After three decades of shaping young musicians, Nate Lampman is set to retire, leaving behind a legacy of music, mentorship, and unforgettable performances. In 1981, Dan Fogelberg wrote the iconic song “Leader of the Band”. The lyrics included the line, “But his blood runs through my instrument and his song is in my soul. My ...
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