In response to legal advice and two Executive Orders, Dexter Community Schools (DCS) rescinded a policy for transgender students earlier this year. In response to that, a group of people showed up to the May 19 school board meeting seeking to have the board reinstate the District’s transgender protection policy. The group that showed up to the … Read more
Saline Area Schools Superintendent Stephen Laatsch is retiring after 27 years in the district. From technology teacher to superintendent, Laatsch leaves a lasting legacy. Thirty-plus years as an educator, the last twenty-seven in Saline, Superintendent Stephen Laatsch is retiring. Mr. Laatsch first interviewed for a 5th-grade teaching position at Heritage School. He was hired instead … Read more
Dexter High’s Dreadbots had their best robotics season yet, reaching the World Championships and placing in the top 10%. Read about their inspiring journey. By the Dreadbot Reporting Team Dexter’s 47 talented and hard-working robotics students had a blast at both their state and world competitions. 2025 was arguably the most successful season for Dexter … Read more
Incoming Dexter Rotary President Steve Feinman outlines the club’s work, from funding the Memorial Day Parade to supporting youth programs, arts festivals, and local teams. Photo: Dexter Rotary Incoming President Steve Feinman on the Lucy Ann Lance Show on 1290 AM, WLBY. From organizing the Memorial Day Parade to supporting youth programs and arts festivals, … Read more
In April 2025, Deputies responded to 177 calls for police service in Lodi Township, down from 219 the previous year, a 19% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Apr) are 630, down from 900 for the same period last year, a 30% decrease. Officers conducted 66 traffic stops, down from 108 last year. Fifteen citations were … Read more
One goal was enough for the Chelsea girls’ soccer team as the Bulldogs defeated Carleton-Airport 1-0 Tuesday night to advance to the D2 district finals. The Bulldog’s advance to Saturday’s district finals to face New Boston Huron at noon at New Boston Huron high school. Huron is ranked fourth in the state in D2 with … Read more
The Saline girls’ lacrosse team cruised past Tecumseh 15-2 Tuesday night and advanced to the D2 regional finals Friday. The Hornets will take on Farmington Mercy at 5:30 PM at Ann Arbor Father Gabriel Richard for a chance to advance to the state semifinals next week. The two teams met earlier this month with the … Read more
The Chelsea baseball team advanced to Saturday’s D2 district semifinals with a 6-0 win over Garden City Tuesday. The Bulldogs will play at 10:00 AM Saturday against SEC White rival Pinckney on the Pirates home field with the winner advancing to the finals against Caton Prep or Father Gabriel Richard. Chelsea battled past University of … Read more
Signaling that a change is coming, the official groundbreaking for “The Pelham” was held on May 28, in downtown Dexter. This project will see condominium buildings built at this location where the A&W and railroad tunnel will be its neighbors. Bringing together a group of people, including the planners of the project and representatives from … Read more
The Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) has awarded $80,072 in grants to seven Chelsea nonprofits. Since its establishment in 1995, CCF has invested $2.2 million in local nonprofits through its endowment, which is funded by donations from businesses and individuals. This year’s recipients include: Chelsea School District—$5,000 to fund Project Geometry, a high school math elective … Read more
In April 2025, Officers responded to 429 calls for police service in the City of Chelsea, up from 309 the previous year, a 39% increase. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Apr) are 1,474, up from 1,353 for the same period last year, a 9% increase. Officer s conducted 127 traffic stops, up from 90 last year. … Read more
With millions of dollars in grant-funded work set to begin, Milan city leaders say most residents won’t feel how tight the 2025-26 budget really is. “Our biggest challenge is to maintain the services we currently have with increasing prices and decreasing revenues,” City Manager Jim Lancaster said. Lancaster said he aimed for a lean budget, … Read more
In April 2025, Deputies responded to 712 calls for police service in Scio Township, down from 769 the previous year, a 7% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Apr) are 2,604, down from 3,046 for the same period last year, a 15% decrease. Officers conducted 148 traffic stops, down from 346 last year. Seventy-four citations were … Read more
Discover the fascinating history and fun facts about Mackinac Island, the “Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes.” Learn why it’s spelled Mackinac and Mackinaw, its transformation into a national park, and why it’s the Fudge Capital of the World. If you are a Michigander you have likely visited Mackinac Island. Called the ‘Crown Jewel of … Read more
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-1842 Location: 14000 block of E. Old US 12 Date: May 23, 2025 Time: 10:34 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 14000 block of E. Old US 12 for the report of a larceny from auto complaint. Upon arrival, the officer made … Read more
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-1842 Location: 14000 block of E. Old US 12 Date: May 23, 2025 Time: 10:34 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 14000 block of E. Old US 12 for the report of a larceny from auto complaint. Upon arrival, the officer made ...
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