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Eastern Michigan University professor leads effort to better characterize the impact of protein on lifespan

February 19, 2025 by STN Staff

New publication explores protein’s role beyond muscle health, addressing cardiometabolic health, frailty, bone strength, and weight management By Melissa Thrasher Eastern Michigan University School of Health Sciences professor John Carbone, Ph.D., is the lead author of a newly published article examining the broader effects of dietary protein on health across the lifespan. The article, titled “Exploring Opportunities … Read more

Clark, Schutte Qualify for D1 Wrestling State Finals

February 19, 2025 by Mike Williamson

The Dexter wrestling team will be sending two wrestlers to the D1 state finals at Ford Field February 28-March 1. Cal Schutte finished second at 106 pounds to move on to the state finals. Schutte finished 2-1 on the day and improved his record to 35-13 on the season. He is the first Dexter freshman … Read more

Saline Area Schools Wants Your Input

February 19, 2025 by Lonnie Huhman

Saline Area Schools have scheduled community input sessions for the superintendent search. The process to find a new superitendent for Saline was set in motion after Stephen Laatsch announced on December 11 that he will be retiring after nearly three decades as an educator in Saline Area Schools. His retirement is effective July 1. In an … Read more

What’s with the Helicopter Hovering above the Power Lines?

February 19, 2025 by Lonnie Huhman

It’s been quite the sight for some people around the Dexter, Dexter Township and Webster Township communities. Seeing the helicopter hovering not too far above the power lines while lowering workers down to fix them, it’s not something you see every day. One area resident who has seen this is George Lambrides, who recently watched this … Read more

Webster Twp Police Report, January 2025

February 18, 2025 by Doug Marrin

By Doug Marrin In January 2025, Deputies responded to 100 calls for police service in Webster Township, down from 126 the previous year, a 21% decrease. Officers conducted 11 traffic stops, down from 26 last year, issuing six citations. Notable events from the police call log include: The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office reported the following … Read more

Saline District Library Unveils Renovation with Community Celebration

February 19, 2025February 18, 2025 by Sue Kelch

Expanded Spaces, Modern Design, and Enhanced Accessibility Welcome Visitors By Sue Kelch The Saline District Library held an open house on Saturday February 15, celebrating the completion of their renovation project that began last summer. The Saline Middle School Fiddle Club kicked off the festive event with the Saline High School Jazz Combo following. Cupcakes, … Read more

How Many Moose Are on the Loose in Michigan’s U.P.?

February 18, 2025 by Doug Marrin

Scientists and wildlife experts are teaming up to track and study Michigan’s moose, aiming to uncover why their population growth has slowed in recent years. By Doug Marrin A new research project is set to explore why Michigan’s Upper Peninsula moose population has seen stagnated growth over the past decade. Led by the Michigan Department … Read more

City of Dexter Police Report, January 2025

February 18, 2025 by Doug Marrin

By Doug Marrin In January 2025, Deputies responded to 194 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 271 the previous year, a 28% drop. Officers conducted 49 traffic stops, down from 132 last year. Thirty citations were issued. Notable events from the police call log included: The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office … Read more

Dexter Garden Club Continues Agricultural Legacy with Scholarships for Future Environmental Stewards

February 18, 2025 by Doug Marrin

From Joan Lansdell “Land suitable for farming! Tradesmen needed! Land at low prices!” Advertisements placed in Detroit and “back East” newspapers in the early 1800’s by Michigan territorial governor Lewis Cass caught the attention of farmers largely from New York and New England. And come they did! Settlers and their families travelled west to Michigan … Read more

Purple Rose Hits a Humorous Home Run with Fourteen Funerals

February 19, 2025February 18, 2025 by Steven Sheldon

By Steve Sheldon Playwright Eric Pfeffinger, director Rhiannon Ragland, combined to create a hilarious 90-minutes of laughs and a few of life’s hard to learn lessons. Friday evening was opening night of Fourteen Funerals at the Purple Rose Theatre. Pfeffinger created Blissfield, Indiana, the make-believe small town with a population of 6,044. A town with … Read more

Ann Arbor Concert Band 2nd Annual “Shattering Glass” Concert March 9

February 18, 2025 by Doug Marrin

Area wind ensemble to celebrate works of Black composers and conductors Community News This concert program features the works of five contemporary Black composers, brought to live by four Black conductors, who bring unique perspectives grounded in strong American musical traditions. The Ann Arbor Concert Band will be at the Michigan Theater at 2 pm … Read more

Wing Classical Academy Re-opens Enrollment With Early Success

February 19, 2025February 18, 2025 by STN Staff

Community News Wing Classical Academy’s first school year is off to a successful start for its students and staff. The new private school located between Chelsea and Dexter provides a rigorous classical education encased in Christian values. Classical education integrates study in the liberal arts, mathematics, and sciences with the cultivation of moral character, critical … Read more