Legacy Land Conservancy has appealed the USDA’s decision to rescind a $24.6 million conservation grant that would have protected 4,000 acres of farmland and forest in southeast Michigan. Legacy Land Conservancy has filed a formal appeal with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Appeals Division (NAD) a month after the federal government’s decision to rescind … Read more
A Heat Advisory has been issued with moderate severity for all of southeast Michigan, including Midland, Bay, Huron, Saginaw, Tuscola, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT on Thursday, July 24, 2025, due to expected heat index values reaching up to … Read more
City manager to receive nine months of salary and benefits following June 2025 termination notice The City of Chelsea and former City Manager Martin Colburn have finalized a separation agreement that outlines the terms of his departure, according to a signed document obtained by The Sun Times News. Colburn was notified on June 24, 2025, … Read more
Webster Township needs the help of its residents if it wants to compete for future funding help, and it starts with completing a survey. The 2025 Webster Township Recreation Plan Survey is an opportunity for residents to ultimately help form a Parks and Recreation Plan. The township said the plan will guide park development and … Read more
After concerns were raised by local residents at recent city council meetings, the Dexter Council has begun pursuing accessibility options for the gazebo in Monument Park. A few recommendations and potential ramp designs have been submitted to the city council. ADA standards require a slope of 1:12. Since the gazebo is 30” above the nearby … Read more
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-2607 Location: 100 block of E. Middle Street Date: July 14, 2025 Time: 12:34 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol an officer responded to the lobby of the police department for the report of a larceny complaint. The complainant stated that she has an office in the … Read more
Cover Photo- Lily Witte (left) finished second in the 3-meter diving at the USA Spring Nationals. Courtesy of USA Diving Dexter High School graduate continues to do amazing things on the diving board after qualifying for the Aquatic World Championships for Team USA. The World championships will take part in Singapore at the end of … Read more
Michigan Stage’s production of Waitress brings strong ensemble performances and standout moments, but struggles with tonal shifts and choreography missteps. Read the full review of this ambitious community production. Photo: (L-R) Amelia Fei as Dawn, Delaney Brown as Jenna, Jasmine Schmeck as Becky. Photo Credit: LightningJosh Michigan Stage (MIStage), a 501(c) (3) organization, is a … Read more
The Adult Learners Institute of Chelsea (ALI) supports life-long learning through an array of classes for adults. ALI will host its Fall 2025 Kick-off on Tuesday, August 5, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Chelsea District Library’s McKune Room. Refreshments will be served, and some of the fall instructors will give “sneak peeks” of … Read more
Dexter Girl Scout troops took a step back in time during a field trip to Historic Webster Village, where they explored pioneer life through hands-on activities, role-playing, and historic demonstrations. By Joanne Westman July 12th was a hot and humid day, as Dexter Girl Scout Troops were greeted by their coordinator, Laura Preston to begin … Read more
Should the Dexter Area Fire Department (DAFD) look at new funding model? This is a question the city of Dexter wants to explore with Dexter and Webster Townships. To move this discussion forward the city of Dexter sent a letter to both townships stating their hopes and intentions to explore different funding models for the … Read more
Discover the best sweet corn in Washtenaw County from local farm stands in Saline, Dexter, and Chelsea. Explore the rich history, flavor, and tradition of Michigan sweet corn season. Photo: Weisenreder Farms farm stand is heaped daily with freshly picked sweet corn at the Saline Train Depot Museum, 402 N. Ann Arbor St. Photo by … Read more
A section of the Boarder2Boarder Trail stretching between the Dexter District Library and through Mill Creek Park was renamed after Paul Cousins, known around town as “Mr. Dexter,” and his wife Pat Cousins. Both were heavily involved in the community before their passings, and their passion for nature is part of the reason Mill Creek … Read more
Katharine McCormick’s unwavering advocacy helped shape the women’s suffrage movement, the League of Women Voters, and modern reproductive health, including funding the first birth control pill. By the Dexter Area Historical Society Photo: Suffragette Katharine Dexter-McCormick shown on the left. Courtesy MIT Museum Editor’s Note: Katharine Dexter McCormick, the granddaughter of our founder, Samuel Dexter, … Read more
The Saline Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC) is inviting the community to participate in the 2025 People’s Choice Awards by nominating their favorite local businesses and services. Nominations will be accepted online from July 3 through July 25, allowing residents to recognize standout local independent businesses for their contributions to the Saline area. Nominees must … Read more
The Saline Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC) is inviting the community to participate in the 2025 People’s Choice Awards by nominating their favorite local businesses and services. Nominations will be accepted online from July 3 through July 25, allowing residents to recognize standout local independent businesses for their contributions to the Saline area. Nominees must ...
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