The plan to develop the Many Hands Lifesharing Community off of Baker Road got a big boost at the March 25 Scio Township Board meeting. The township board by a 5-0 vote determined the Preliminary PUD plan meets the qualifications for consideration as a PUD as outlined in Sections 36-249(d), 36-245(c), and 36-245(a) of the … Read more
The City of Chelsea has issued a statement after Councilmember Bill Ruddock responded to public criticism with a controversial remark, pledging to follow meeting protocols in the future. Photo: Chelsea City Council listens to public comment at its March 17, 2025, meeting. Image: screenshot of city video. The City of Chelsea has released a statement … Read more
The public is invited to the 2025 Student Art Show hosted by Washtenaw Community College (WCC) through Sunday, April 6. Nearly 80 student artists contributed 106 pieces in a wide variety of mediums, including drawing, painting, collage, ceramic, wire, wood, photography and animation. The free exhibit is on display in the second-floor open space of … Read more
Serendipity Books is relocating from Middle Street to Main Street and inviting the community to join in the fun with a human chain, or ‘book brigade’ as part of the move on Sunday afternoon, April 13. Saturday, April 12th will be the last day Serendipity Books is open for business on Middle Street before moving … Read more
Ballet Chelsea offers students of all ages and levels a complete dance education in its state-of-the-art facility. The nationally recognized studio has designed a varied and exciting curriculum in a nurturing and caring environment. Ballet Chelsea offers 10+ years of Summer Dance Intensives that include “We have talented, engaged, well-rounded instructors whose love for dance … Read more
Two local high school students have been honored as outstanding high school seniors who exemplify the qualities of good citizenship within their homes, schools and communities. In announcement on March 27, the Sarah Caswell Angell Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) in Ann Arbor, said the recipients of the 2024-2025 DAR Good … Read more
Dexter’s six-year Capital Improvement Plan outlines major investments in public safety, road maintenance, parks, and utilities, with a record $11 million earmarked for public safety facilities. Photo: Construction site for Dexter’s new Public Safety Facilities. Photo by Doug Marrin The City of Dexter’s newly approved Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for fiscal years 2025-2030 includes 74 … Read more
Webster Township’s financial status remains strong as it looks forward to the fiscal year. The township recently approved its new budget plan, which will be in place this April through March 2026. The township plan will see funding devoted to such things as roads and public safety. To learn more about the plan the Sun … Read more
There is an old adage about concerts: Leave Them Wanting More. Thursday evening on the Encore Musical Theatre Company’s stage, Mariah Colby, Lean Glitten, Chris Joseph and Curt Waugh did just that with their magnificent 90-minute concert, featuring the music of Elton John. The quartet was accompanied by Jacob Kerzner on piano, Sam Collins on … Read more
Running a small-town newspaper involves a lot of things: newsprint, ink, constant caffeine, and boxes. So many boxes. Boxes full of postcards. Boxes full of newspapers. Empty boxes that once held newspapers and now just hold dust, empty cans of Red Bull, a pair of dirty socks and protein bar wrapper. To manage all this, … Read more
The filing deadline to run in Milan City elections is April 22, by 4 p.m., and not a minute later, said Milan City Clerk Lavonna Wenzel. Positions will be open for Milan mayor, the library board and Milan city council.
From sea-themed reading challenges to intergenerational pen pals, Saline schools, seniors, and the library are making literacy an adventure this National Reading Month. Photo: Dive Into Reading courtesy of Saline Schools “Congratulations! Today is your day. You’re off to Great Places! You’re off and away!”― Dr. Seuss from ‘Oh, the Places You’ll Go!’ Reading takes you … Read more
From sea-themed reading challenges to intergenerational pen pals, Saline schools, seniors, and the library are making literacy an adventure this National Reading Month. Photo: Dive Into Reading courtesy of Saline Schools “Congratulations! Today is your day. You’re off to Great Places! You’re off and away!”― Dr. Seuss from ‘Oh, the Places You’ll Go!’ Reading takes you ...
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