Photo: The recently constructed Palmer Commons Pavilion waiting for the shows to begin. Photo by Doug Marrin. Chelsea’s newest downtown venue, the Palmer Commons Pavilion, is set to host its inaugural event with a free night of live music on Friday, May 9, marking the start of the city’s outdoor entertainment season. The event, organized … Read more
A list of six candidates has been selected to be interviewed to be the next superintendent of Saline Area Schools. The school district put out its list of names on April 23. The Saline Area Schools Board of Education has identified the following six candidates for first round interviews: This process began when current SAS … Read more
Community News The Chelsea Area Garden Club will be handing out free tree and shrub seedlings: White Pine, Allegheny Serviceberry, Ninebark, and Hackberry. Also, Basswood, Shellbark Hickory, Silver Maple, and Tamarack. The garden club will also distribute wildflower seed packets. The wildflower seed packet contains a blend of 20 wildflowers that provide important habitat and food for pollinators … Read more
As Dexter voters prepare to weigh a historic school bond, questions emerge about long-term costs, debt, and the district’s financial future. Editor’s note: This article offers a counterpoint to the perspective presented by Dick Lundy in a recent piece published by the Sun Times News online on March 27, 2025 and in print April 2. … Read more
You Can Do It By Steve Gwisdalla Originally Published April 17, 2025 The title of this article is something you have said a thousand times if you are a parent. If you were ever a teammate on a sports team, a member of the band or orchestra, drama club, owned a puppy, or had self-doubt. … Read more
Middle schoolers in Chelsea are making a difference—and they’re inviting more kids to be part of their next big giving event. Photo: Founders Charley Cigan, along with her friends Norah and Ellie Hurst. Photo provided by Laurie Cigan A growing group of young changemakers in Chelsea is inviting new members to join them on May 4 … Read more
BB Gun Vandalism, Larceny, and Multiple Vehicle Accidents The Saline Police Department responded to several incidents during the week of April 15–18, 2025, ranging from property damage to vehicle accidents and a reported theft. Here are the highlights from the department’s press summary: BB Gun Damages Window Incident #25-1834 – Malicious Destruction of PropertyDate: April … Read more
At the February 25 school board meeting, Saline Education Association (SEA) president Bridget Corie spoke to the school board and gathered public, which included teachers, about the current contract negotiations between the teachers union and district. During one part of her talk, she said “we deserve to be compensated fairly for the incredible work we … Read more
In March 2025, Deputies responded to 188 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 298 the previous year, a 37% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Mar) are 547, down from 819 for the same period last year, a 33% decrease. Officers conducted 39 traffic stops, down from 183 last year. Thirteen … Read more
In March 2025, Deputies responded to 118 calls for police service in Dexter Township, down from 168 the previous year, a 30% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Mar) are 350, down from 456 for the same period last year, a 23% decrease. Officers conducted 39 traffic stops, down from 82 last year. Twenty-two citations were … Read more
After more than 20 years in software sales, Erika Westfall hit pause on her fast-paced corporate career and asked herself one question: What could she do that would actually make a difference? The answer had four legs, a wagging tail, and a whole lot of heart. Today, Erika runs the Dexter-based franchise of The Dog … Read more
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-1276 Location: 14000 block of E. Old US 12 Date: April 15, 2025 Time: 5:39 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 14000 block of E. Old US 12 for the report of a burglary alarm at a commercial location. Upon arrival, the … Read more
The Dexter boys’ lacrosse team took a pair of SEC White games this week to improve to 6-2 overall on the season. The Dreadnaughts opened the week by taking out rival Chelsea 17-6. Benny Willard had a huge seven point night for the Dreads with two goals and five assists. Dawson Waddington added four goals … Read more
The Dexter girls’ tennis team split a pair of matches last week, including an 8-0 sweep of Tecumseh. Brynlee Williams and Siena Taylor blanked their opponents 6-0, 6-0 at one and two singles. The match of the day was a four-doubles where Lydia Cebulski and Katelyn Seeland pulled out a marathon three set tiebreaker 6-3, … Read more
The Dexter girls’ soccer team improved to 3-0 overall on the season after a pair of wins last week. The Dreadnaughts opened the week by taking down Monroe 3-1. Jillian Lower found the net twice for Dexter with Alexis Roller adding one goal for the Dreads. Bella Vetere and Anna Marie Myint picked up assists … Read more
The Dexter girls’ soccer team improved to 3-0 overall on the season after a pair of wins last week. The Dreadnaughts opened the week by taking down Monroe 3-1. Jillian Lower found the net twice for Dexter with Alexis Roller adding one goal for the Dreads. Bella Vetere and Anna Marie Myint picked up assists ...
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