May 17, 2026

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Chelsea Baseball Drops Four of Five

It was a rough week for the Chelsea baseball team as the Bulldogs dropped four of five games to two of its biggest rivals. The Bulldogs opened the week by dropping two of three to Tecumseh in a three-game SEC White series. Chelsea scored five runs in the fourth to take a 6-5 lead, but … Read more

Chelsea Tennis Takes Two of Three

The Chelsea girls’ tennis team continued its early season roll by taking two of three matches last week. The Bulldogs opened the week by sweeping Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard 8-0. Singles wins went to Samantha Bieber, Nora Garbarkiewicz, Libby Timberlake, and Seffi Berg, while doubles winners were Josie Jackson/Haley Hopkins, Lucy Taylor/Brenna Taylor, Sage Gabriel-Menegay/Brooklyn … Read more

Chelsea Track and Field Teams Sweep Chelsea Relays

The Chelsea track and field teams both had big weeks with the Bulldogs sweeping a home SEC White meet with Pinckney and both teams winning the Chelsea Relays Thursday. The boys finished with 91 points, beating out East Lansing with 84 and South Lyon 82. Chelsea finished with five first-place finishes. The shot put team … Read more

Saline’s Good Friday Walk Brings Churches Together in Prayerful Unity

Residents carried a handmade cross through town on a route marked with reflection and hope, uniting congregations in a shared expression of faith. (April 18, 2025) On a warm April Good Friday, Saline residents commemorated Holy Week by walking the “Cross/Prayer Community Walk.” The Walk Emphasizes the Importance of Life and God’s Love for All … Read more

Chelsea Attorney Chooses Business Successor

After more than 20 years of dedicated service to the Chelsea community, attorney John A. McDermott has announced his retirement, and chosen successor, Leigh Anne Beauchamp, who will take over their established law practice effective May 1, 2025. Leigh Beauchamp, a graduate of Wayne State University Law School, brings 28 years of legal experience and … Read more

Chelsea Senior Center Welcomes New Ease the Day Program Co-Leader

Chelsea Senior Center announces the addition of Emily Nagaonkar, LMSW, to its Ease the Day adult day program dedicated to providing caregivers with a safe destination for their loved one while they enjoy a break in the caregiving routine. Nagaonkar’s devotion to the holistic well-being of older adults is showcased in her 18-year career and … Read more

Saline Softball Rolls to Five Wins

The Saline softball team improved to 6-0 in the SEC Red and 9-2 overall after a 5-0 week. The Hornets opened the week by sweeping Bedford 9-2 and 18-3. Saline broke open a tie game with a single run in the fourth, two in the fifth, and five in the sixth to take the opener. … Read more

Department of Education Grant Helping Dexter Community Schools

With a big boost from a Michigan Department of Education grant, Dexter Community Schools are getting an upgrade in its filtered water bottle-filling stations at every school building. The DCS Board of Education approved a contract at its April 14 meeting that will use the grant for this district-wide upgrade. The school district awarded the … Read more

Changes coming to Dexter’s Mill Creek Middle School

Mill Creek Middle School will have a new principal and assistant principal next fall. Dexter Community Schools are looking to two familiar faces and experienced leaders in the district to fill these important roles at the school for seventh and eighth graders. DCS announced the news on April 18. “Dexter Community Schools is pleased to … Read more

Construction to Close Silver Lake Day Use Area Entrance Through July

Photo: Google Streetview A construction and pavement improvement project at the Silver Lake Day Use Area will begin Friday, April 18, 2025, and is expected to continue through July 30, 2025. During this time, the main entrance to Silver Lake from Dexter Townhall Road will be closed to all forms of traffic, including vehicles, bicycles, … Read more

Local Dog Owners Call for Vigilance Over Rising Lyme Disease Cases in Pets

As more pets test positive, veterinarians stress prevention, vigilance, and timely treatment. An outpouring of community comments from Grass Lake and surrounding areas has highlighted growing concern over the spread of Lyme disease in dogs. A recent Facebook post on Chelsea Residents in the Know about a local pet testing positive for the tick-borne illness … Read more

Saline-Area Students Excel in Automotive Design Competition

Nine SWWC CAD students earn top honors; teacher named ASBE Teacher of the Year Saline students in the South and West Washtenaw Consortium’s (SWWC) CAD program made an impressive debut at this year’s American Society of Body Engineers (ASBE) high school design competition—earning nine top-eight finishes and the prestigious Teacher of the Year award. The … Read more

Lost in the Lawn, Found by Fate

A 1965 Milan High School class ring lost for two decades finds its way home thanks to a chance discovery, Facebook sleuthing, and community persistence. In a remarkable series of events that spanned two decades, a long-lost class ring from 1965 has finally been returned to its rightful owner, Melvin “Mel” Pulsipher, thanks to the … Read more

Lost in the Lawn, Found by Fate

Lost in the Lawn, Found by Fate

A 1965 Milan High School class ring lost for two decades finds its way home thanks to a chance discovery, Facebook sleuthing, and community persistence. In a remarkable series of events that spanned two decades, a long-lost class ring from 1965 has finally been returned to its rightful owner, Melvin “Mel” Pulsipher, thanks to the ...

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