“These are the people that are fixing your roofs and cleaning your houses and working in the back of restaurants.” Dexter Township will host a second public conversation focused on immigration on Thursday, July 31 at 6:00 p.m. at Township Hall, 6880 Dexter-Pinckney Road. The event, “Let’s Talk About Immigration: Part 2,” follows an earlier … Read more
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-2764 Location: 1000 block of S. Main Street Date: July 26, 2025 Time: 4:39 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the Chelsea Police Department front lobby to make contact with a complainant who had come in to report that his skateboard had been … Read more
A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for Shiawassee, Genesee, Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe counties, effective from July 29 at 3:38 AM to 7:45 AM EDT, warning of areas of fog that may reduce visibilities to a half mile or less, creating hazardous driving conditions. Areas of fog can … Read more
Dan Cooney, Jessica Grové and friends captivated Encore Theatre with heartfelt songs during the July 11 concert. The night featured stories of family, loss, love, and hope. Image: Album cover artwork by Jessica Grové Music is the universal language of the world. No matter the genre, music comes from the heart straight into the heart … Read more
Sales are open for The Encore Musical Theatre Company’s highly anticipated 17th Season, inviting audiences to lock in their seats early for a year filled with Broadway hits, powerful tributes, and unforgettable theatrical experiences. Subscribers enjoy perks like up to 15% off regular ticket prices, unlimited free exchanges, and flexible package options that fit any … Read more
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Monroe, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties in Michigan from 3:06 PM to 3:45 PM EDT, with hazards including 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail posing a threat to vehicles, roofs, siding, and trees. SVRDTX The National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning … Read more
A Flood Advisory has been issued for Washtenaw and Wayne counties in southeast Michigan, effective from 3:01 PM EDT until 7:00 PM EDT today, due to expected minor urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall from thunderstorms, with up to 3 additional inches of rain anticipated. * WHAT…Urban and small stream flooding caused … Read more
A Moderate Special Weather Statement is in effect for Washtenaw County, including Saline, Milan, and surrounding areas, from 2:58 PM to 3:45 PM EDT on July 28, 2025, due to wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea-sized hail that may cause minor damage and localized flooding. At 258 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking … Read more
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Livingston and Washtenaw counties in southeastern Michigan from 2:41 PM to 3:45 PM EDT, with immediate threats of 60 mph wind gusts and penny-sized hail, posing dangers to roofs, siding, and trees. SVRDTX The National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… … Read more
By Steve Gwisdalla Apologies for the delay in posting. My family was out of town. You will read more about that in this week’s article! My friends, in the Tribe of Up, we seek to create, discover, and promote all things up. Sometimes we try and offer encouragement or antidotes to help in times of … Read more
A string of developments from Dundee to Saline may soon include three Dunkin’s — formerly Dunkin Donuts — alongside national eateries and new residential units. In Dundee, work is already underway to construct a combined Dunkin’ and Baskin Robbins, alongside a Verizon Wireless. In Milan, Dunkin’ and Jimmy Johns are slated to fill the space once occupied by JR’s Restaurant. Saline approved a new Dunkin’…
Chelsea’s Kelley Giovannini swam 4.5 miles across the Straits of Mackinac on July 26, 2025, in the Mackinac Bridge Swim to raise funds for Michigan’s first responders. Photo: Kelley Giovannini upon her completion of the 4.5-mile Straits of Mackinac swim. Courtesy of Kelley Giovannini. On Saturday, July 26, Chelsea resident Kelley Giovannini swam 4.5 miles … Read more
Tropicale Foods has issued a recall for certain Helados Mexico and La Michoacana ice cream products due to undeclared milk, posing a risk to those with milk allergies. The recall affects numerous items, including La Michoacana’s Coconut, Strawberry, and Bubble Gum flavors, and Helados Mexico’s Mini Variety Cream packs, with best by dates ranging from … Read more
Chelsea State Bank’s President & CEO, Joanne Rau and employees join Grass Lake Senior Center’s Executive Director, Annie Lavergne and members to accept Chelsea State Bank’s Donation to the Grass Lake Senior Center. Chelsea State Bank donated $1,932 to the Grass Lake Senior Center on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. The dollars raised for this donation … Read more
A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for Washtenaw, Wayne, and Monroe counties, effective from July 26 at 2:16 PM EDT until 3:00 PM EDT, warning of strong thunderstorms capable of producing winds in excess of 40 mph, which may knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. At 216 PM … Read more
May 3, 2026
Sue Kelch contributed reporting assistance for this article. The future of one of Saline’s most recognizable historic properties was the focus of a recent coffee hour at the Saline Area Senior Center. Saline Mayor Brian Marl joined Davenport Curtiss Mansion working group chair Rebecca Schneider and working group member Terri Sibo to discuss the city-owned
May 3, 2026
The Dexter Drama Club lowered the curtain on its spring musical, Singin’ In The Rain. The musical was adapted by Betty Comden and Adolph Green from the 1952 MGM movie, starring Fred Astaire. The musical opened on Broadway in July 1985 and closed after 367 performances. The show was directed by Erin Palmer Lavoy, who
May 2, 2026
From a rustic cabin on 10 acres near Chelsea, Herb Fishel has plenty of room to think. That matters these days. Fishel, who spent 40 years at General Motors and retired as executive director of GM Racing, is working on his memoir and looking back on a career that helped change how one of the
May 2, 2026
The Pioneer Theatre Guild is presenting “Chicago” through Sunday, May 3rd at the Schreiber Auditorium at AA Pioneer High School. Chicago premiered on Broadway in June 1975 and closed August 1977. The 1996 revival is the longest running show currently on Broadway. The script was written by Fred Ebb & Bob Fosse. Music by John
May 1, 2026
SYNOPSIS SCIO TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES and PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL JOINT MEETING APRIL 20, 2026, 6:00 pm 827 N ZEEB RD, ANN ARBOR, MI 48103 The Scio Township Board of Trustees and Planning Commission met for the first meeting relative to review of the Master Plan. Per State law, the Township Master Plan is
May 1, 2026
SYNOPSIS SCIO TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING APRIL 14, 2026, 6:00 pm 827 N ZEEB RD, ANN ARBOR, MI 48103 Approved the minutes of March 24, 2026 Regular Meeting. Approved the payment of the bills. Accepted FOIA appeals. Approved the expenditure for postage of required election related mailings for the
May 1, 2026
MILAN AREA SCHOOLS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2026-2027 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 3, 2026, at 6:45 p.m., in the District Board- room, 100 Big Red Drive, Milan Michigan, 48160, the Board of Education of Milan Area Schools will hold a Public hearing to consider the District’s proposed 2026-2027 budget.
May 1, 2026
MAY 21st 5:30 PM A Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled for Thursday, May 21st, 2026 in the Municipal Building, located at 147 Wabash St, Milan, Michigan 48160 to consider an application for request of variance to the Milan Zoning Ordinance. Applicant, Kevin Fountain is requesting a variance of the Milan Zoning
May 1, 2026
Arlene Elizabeth Finkbeiner, age 96, a lifelong resident of Ann Arbor, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026. Arlene was born on August 14, 1929, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Herman and Amanda (Kern) Fritz. On March 5, 1949, she married the love of her life, Stanley Finkbeiner, in her hometown. Together, they built
May 1, 2026
A Milan running group that started with a run and a “we should make this a thing” moment recently sent three local runners to one of the world’s most famous races. Ryan Wilman, Angela Carron and Reagan Justice, all part of The Owl, Morning ’til Night’s Run/Walk Your Way to Happy Hour group, completed the
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