May 23, 2026

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County Parks Director Recognized for Two Prestigious Awards

Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission (WCPARC) is excited to announce two recent awards given to Director Coy Vaughn, recognizing his leadership at the County. The first award was given by County Administrator Greg Dill at the annual Washtenaw County awards recognition luncheon.  The event, held on December 11, 2024, in Ann Arbor, acknowledges staff … Read more

Chelsea Community Foundation Announces 2025 Grant Application Deadline

The Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) would like to remind potential applicants that the 2025 grant application deadline is February 17, 2025. Local nonprofit organizations with initiatives to foster a thriving Chelsea community are encouraged to apply. Last year, CCF awarded grants to several impactful Chelsea projects, including: These projects reflect CCF’s mission to support programs … Read more

Saline Area Schools Approves Purchases for the High school and Middle School

From the weight room to the bleachers and STEAM remodel, Saline Area Schools approved a number of big purchases at the last school board meeting. Rex Clary, Saline Area Schools Executive Director of Operations, went before the school board on Jan. 14 with recommendations for each purchase. The board approved each one. The weight room … Read more

The Encore Presents a Tribute to The Beatles: January 23-26

Community news The Encore Musical Theatre Company is thrilled to kick off 2025 with a heartfelt tribute to one of the most iconic bands in music history: The Beatles. Performances will take place January 23-26, 2025, on the Maas stage. The Beatles—comprised of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr—rose to fame in … Read more

Colorism: A Mixed-Media Exhibition Exploring Race and Social Attitudes

U-M Professor Rogério M. Pinto’s installation at Duderstadt Center ignites conversations on skin color and societal biases. Community News Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, Prof. Rogério M. Pinto of the U-M School of Social Work opens his mixed-media art installation Colorism at U-M’s Duderstadt Center Gallery, 2281 Bonisteel Blvd., Room 1019, Ann Arbor. Colorism remains on view through March 13, … Read more

Spring Into Action: Saline’s Annual Spring Basket Contest Brings Creativity and Community Together

Join the Saline Spring Craft Show and support Saline Area Social Service through this vibrant gift basket tradition. Spring is just around the corner, and nothing reminds us more of spring than flowers and gift baskets. Saline welcomes both spring and gift baskets with the annual Saline Spring Craft Show and gift basket contest. Brian … Read more

Dexter Edge All Stars Shine with First Place Wins at UDA Southern Michigan Dance Challenge

Junior and Senior Teams Dominate Pom and Contemporary/Lyrical Categories, Preparing for Exciting Performances and Competitions Community News The Edge All Stars came home with more first-place hardware after The UDA Southern Michigan Dance Challenge in Grand Blanc this past weekend. Both junior and senior teams competed in 2 categories and brought home Division Winner, first … Read more

Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development Opens Mini-Grant RFP

$320,000 will be available for mini grants that will address the root causes of racism, poverty, and trauma. The Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development’s (OCED) New Human Services Partnership (NHSP) will award eight grants of $40,000 each to eight local community organizations through the Mini-Grant Program. Organizations responding to the request for … Read more

Trinity Health Ann Arbor, Livonia and Chelsea Hospital Acquire Next Generation Surgical Robots, Including New ‘da Vinci 5’ Systems

Trinity Health Michigan announced the acquisition of “da Vinci 5” robots at Trinity Health Ann Arbor and Chelsea Hospital, and a “da Vinci Xi” robot at Trinity Health Livonia, further strengthening its standing as home to one of the most comprehensive robotic surgery programs in southeast Michigan. The first surgery using the da Vinci 5 … Read more

Webster Township Completes Land Preservation Project

The Webster Township Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program recently closed on a conservation easement purchase from the Heller family.  The property is just over 71 acres in size with frontage on the north side of Gregory Rd. east of Vaughn Rd.  It features prime and locally important agricultural soils along with 28 acres of … Read more

Friends of Chelsea District Library Receives Transformational Gift from Charitable Trust

Earlier this year, the Friends of Chelsea District Library received an unexpected and transformative gift from the Oscar W. Haab Charitable Trust. This surprise donation has sparked excitement and inspiration among board members, who are eager to use the funds to amplify their support of the Chelsea District Library (CDL). One key project already underway is … Read more

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Friends of Chelsea District Library Receives Transformational Gift from Charitable Trust

Friends of Chelsea District Library Receives Transformational Gift from Charitable Trust

Earlier this year, the Friends of Chelsea District Library received an unexpected and transformative gift from the Oscar W. Haab Charitable Trust. This surprise donation has sparked excitement and inspiration among board members, who are eager to use the funds to amplify their support of the Chelsea District Library (CDL). One key project already underway is ...

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