Washtenaw County

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Lyndon Township Resident Appointed Chair of the Great Lakes Protection Fund Board of Directors

In his new role, Tim Eder will help the Great Lakes Protection Fund continue its mission to support innovative solutions for safeguarding the Great Lakes’ future, tackling challenges like climate resilience, invasive species and water quality. The Great Lakes Protection Fund (GLPF) announced on Nov. 19, the appointment of Eder as Chair of its Board of ...

November 20, 2024

Washtenaw Anouncements

Waterloo Farm Seeks Donations For Annual Bake Sale

The Waterloo Farm and Dewey School Museum is hosting its annual Christmas bake sale on Dec 7 & 8. It will be hosted at the Farm. The organization, which seeks to teach people about historical life and preserve the one-room schoolhouse of Dewey School, is seeking donated baked goods for its annual sale. Anyone who ...

November 19, 2024

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Dexter Community Schools Gives One-Time Payment

Employees in Dexter Community Schools (DCS) are receiving a one-time, off-schedule payment in the coming month. At the Nov. 18 DCS Board of Education meeting, the school board approved a number of decisions to give the different employee groups a one-time payment. The Sun Times News followed up with school board president Elise Bruderly to ...

November 16, 2024

Dexter Saline Washtenaw County

Charity Fundraising Breakfast Raises Money for Sparrow’s Place

As we close in on Thanksgiving, local nonprofit Sparrow’s Place will have a special breakfast next week at Wolverine Pickleball. If interested in attending, the hosts request you register. If you can’t come, feel free to pass on this invitation to somebody else who might enjoy the opportunity. Breakfast is served from 7-10, but you can ...

November 15, 2024

Director of Marketing at Clark Hill Named on the INvolve Outstanding 100 LGBTQ+ Executives Role Model List for 2024

Roy Sexton, Director of Marketing at Clark Hill and 2024 International Immediate Past President of the Legal Marketing Association, has been named to the INvolve Outstanding 100 LGBTQ+ Executives Role Model List for 2024. This is his second year in a row being recognized by the organization. Other honorees include David Hynam, Chief Executive, LV=; ...

November 15, 2024

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Scio Township Looks at Plans for a New Cell Tower and Daycare

Scio Township recently approved two conditional uses that should bring some new helpful services to the community. One was for a new Cell Tower to be located off of W. Delhi Road and the other a Daycare at the 2|42 Community Church. The Sun Times News asked outgoing township supervisor Will Hathaway about these two ...

November 14, 2024

Doug Marrin

Weekly Road Construction, November 18-24

Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline City of Ann Arbor W. Liberty Rd between Scio Ridge Rd and S. Maple Rd Road closure Oct. 14 – Nov. 15 County-wide Various Rds (paved and unpaved) Intermittent lane restrictions Nov. 1 – 30 Lyndon Beeman Rd between Waterloo Rd and Boyce Rd Intermittent lane restrictions Nov. 13 – 19 ...

November 14, 2024

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The Dexter Lions Club set to Open Christmas Tree lot for the 44th year

For over four decades the Dexter Lions Club has been selling Christmas Trees in the community. This year again they have set up next to Creekside school and have a great supply of trees, ranging in price and variety. The Lions have set up a bit earlier than normal and are ready to get the ...

November 13, 2024

Doug Marrin

Sparrows Place Builds a Loving Community for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Providing a Family-Like Atmosphere and Supportive Living in Washtenaw County Sparrows Place, also known as “His Eye is on the Sparrow,” is a nonprofit organization rooted in compassion and community support. Board President Patrick O’Connell explains, “This place exists is because of family, families who got together over 20 years ago because they had something ...

November 12, 2024

Michigan Folk School to Announce 2025 Food Crafting Class Schedule

After receiving over 100 class registrations for their other 2025 classes offered, the Michigan Folk School will be releasing its 2025 Food Crafting class schedule on Nov 15. The new classes will include “some exciting new additions” according to a post made by the Washington County Parks & Recreation Commission. Classes will be hosted at ...

November 11, 2024

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The 2nd Annual Buck Pole in Chelsea expects to be a Fun, Family-friendly, Social Event

The second annual Buck Pole at Robin Hills Farm expects to be another fun one. From hunters to families, and anyone wanting to celebrate opening day, this event is a great one. In collaboration with Ugly Dog Distillery, the event at Robin Hills Farm celebrates tradition, skill and community. Robin Hills describes the day this ...

November 11, 2024

Dexter Washtenaw County

A Fatal Crash in Dexter Township

A driver died after a single vehicle crash in Dexter Township on November 10. The Dexter Area Fire Department (DAFD) responded along with Huron Valley Ambulance (HVA) and the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) to a single vehicle crash on Dexter Pinckney Road, near Bell Road, at 1:19 a.m. on that Sunday. DAFD Fire Chief ...

November 9, 2024

EMU Women’s Resource Center Tackles Student Anxiety with Mental Health Awareness Event

Brittany Mobley According to the American College Health Association, 67% of college women report feelings of overwhelming anxiety. In response, Eastern Michigan University’s Women’s Resource Center is hosting a Mental Health Awareness Event at 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 11, 2024, in the Student Center, room 310 AB, in Ypsilanti. This event aims to equip students, ...

November 8, 2024

Doug Marrin