Silver Maples of Chelsea Retirement Neighborhood is proud to announce its 2024 ranking in the top 5 Best Workplaces in Aging Services for small and medium-sized senior housing organizations, awarded by Fortune magazine and Great Place to Work® This significant leap from the 17th spot they earned in 2021 underscores Silver Maples’ commitment to cultivating … Read more
Serendipity Books is thrilled to welcome Bonnie Jo Campbell to Chelsea in support of the paperback release of her widely acclaimed novel, The Waters. Bonnie Jo Campbell will be joined in conversation by Michelle Tuplin, the owner of Serendipity Books. The opportunity for greeting the author and book signing will follow a Q&A portion of … Read more
Susan D. Usher Saline Twirlettes continued their success at national competition and 2024 led to some big wins. July 19-24, the Twirlettes traveled to Notre Dame University of the National Baton Twirling Association championships. It was a long stressful week, but the Twirlettes shined. Saline 6th grader Cooper Sipotz is the 2024 Intermediate Age 10 … Read more
A big second quarter helped the Dexter football team overcome a slow start as the Dreadnaughts rolled to a 49-7 win over Monroe Friday night. The Dreads improved to 6-0 in the SEC Red and 7-0 overall with the SEC Red win. Dexter missed a field goal on its opening drive, but on the first … Read more
With fire danger high, the Michigan DNR urges caution as dry conditions persist across the state’s stunning autumn landscapes Photo: DNR’s aerial assault on the 2012 Duck Lake Fire in Luce County that burned over 21,000 acres. Courtesy of the DNR. The fall colors are exploding across the Great Lake State, and many of us … Read more
Stay Informed and Shape Your Community’s Future As our communities continue to evolve, local governments are making decisions that shape the future of our neighborhoods. From zoning changes to new developments, these choices can significantly impact our daily lives and the character of our towns. The Sun Times News encourages residents to stay informed and … Read more
Washtenaw County Road Commission projects Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor Blueberry Ln between Maple Rd and Englave Dr Lane restrictions Oct.15 – 23 Ann Arbor Earhart Rd between M-14 and Joy Rd Intermittent lane restrictions Oct. 17 – 23 Bridgewater, Manchester Sheridan Rd between Allen Rd and US-12 (Michigan Ave) Road closure Oct. 15 – … Read more
Community News It’s great to hear about the fundraising efforts of the Chelsea Education Foundation (CEF) and the Educational Foundation of Dexter (EFD) for their respective communities. Collaborative fundraising like this can have a significant positive impact on education. Here’s a summary of the vital information and how you can get involved: Leaderboard check-ins and … Read more
Updating policies is a common practice for the Chelsea School District and Board of Education. A recent policy update dealt with Animals on District Property. At the Oct. 7 meeting, the school board approved an updated policy with definitions and explanations spelled out in the language. In explaining why the policy was updated, CSD Superintendent … Read more
Honoring the hard work some local schools and leaders have done to engage families and spread the word about an important program, My Future Fund announced its inaugural “Dream Big” and “Above and Beyond” awards. Locally, the award winners included Wylie Elementary (Dexter Community Schools) with the “Big Dream Award.” Other Dream Big Award nominees … Read more
City Manager Marty Colburn recognizes Ashley Money’s dedication and exemplary customer service during the October 7, 2024, council meeting. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on October 7, 2024, City Manager Marty Colburn publicly commended city staffer Ashley Money for her exceptional service to the community. Ashley, who has been with the city for 11 … Read more
The Monroe County Museum System (MCMS) invites all to a special series of educational seasonal activities throughout the month of October: Shadowed Sips: Dramatic Readings of Historic Halloween, and YesterWays Eerie Edition. Shadowed Sips: Dramatic Readings of Historic Halloween is presented on Wednesdays at Nocturnal Monroe (2 W Front St., Monroe, MI 48161) from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. All … Read more
Local business coalition Downtown Dexter Merchants is hosting its first Witches’ Night Out Sip and Shop event, which will include discounts and wine and appetizers for those in attendance. Originally founded to connect local businesses with each other, the Dexter Merchants group has hosted multiple events this year that promote community involvement. This event will … Read more
Officer Cerveny, a Chelsea High School graduate, returns to serve his hometown after completing police academy training. Photo: Andrew Cerveny (L) and Chelsea Police Chief Kazyak at Ceveny’s Police Academy graduation. Photo: Facebook At the October 7, 2024, Chelsea City Council meeting, Police Chief Kevin Kazyak introduced the newest member of the Chelsea Police Department, … Read more
Mid-year review reveals strides in infrastructure, affordable housing, and community partnerships aimed at improving daily life for residents. Chelsea City Manager Marty Colburn presented a detailed mid-year review to the City Council, highlighting the city’s progress on a wide range of community projects, partnerships, and initiatives. Each slide of Colburn’s presentation covered a specific area … Read more
Mid-year review reveals strides in infrastructure, affordable housing, and community partnerships aimed at improving daily life for residents. Chelsea City Manager Marty Colburn presented a detailed mid-year review to the City Council, highlighting the city’s progress on a wide range of community projects, partnerships, and initiatives. Each slide of Colburn’s presentation covered a specific area ...
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