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Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission Master Plan Available for Public Review

Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission (WCPARC) updates its Master Plan to every five years to ensure sustainability. The plan also allows the organization to be eligible for State of Michigan recreation grants. After a year of planning, the draft Recreation Master Plan is available for review until October 25, at: https://www.washtenaw.org/2860. The Parks Commission … Read more

Eastern Michigan University’s LGBT Resource Center Celebrates its 30th Anniversary with Queer History Exhibit

EMU Campus

Gavin Millard With October marking LGBTQ History Month, Eastern Michigan University is proud to showcase its long-lasting commitment to LGBTQ students. EMU’s LGBT Resource Center is celebrating its 30th anniversary with an exhibit dedicated to Eastern’s queer history starting Oct. 1-5. “The exhibit presents highlights of the LGBT Resource Center since its founding,” said Emma … Read more

Chelsea Hospital Oncologist Receives $566,000 Grant

Front of the Chelsea Hospital

Community News Trinity Health Michigan and the Michigan Cancer Research Consortium (MCRC), based at Trinity Health Ann Arbor, have received a $566,000 grant, which recognizes Elie Dib, MD, MS, FACP, as a Clinician Scientist of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health. This recognition will support the work of Dr. … Read more

Webster Township Completes Land Preservation Project

Community News The Webster Township Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program recently closed on a conservation easement purchase from Martin and Susan Walsh.  The property is just over 38 acres in size with frontage on the south side of Trail Ridge, which runs south from Walsh Rd. east of Huron River Dr.  It features locally … Read more

CPD Weekly Report, 9-23-24

From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-3093 Location: 700 block of S. Main StreetDate: September 18, 2024 Time: 5:30 PMINFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 700 block of S. Main Street for the report of a threat complaint. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with the complainant, who stated that a … Read more

Clean-Up Day is Coming to Dexter Township

Mark your calendar. Dexter Township’s annual fall cleanup day will be on Saturday, October 26th from 9 a.m. to Noon. Dexter Township is now getting the word to the community in Dexter Township and local surrounding areas that the township will be holding its annual clean up day event. The event takes place at township hall, … Read more

Joanna LaFleur is Leading the Charge in Dementia Care with the Memory Lane Foundation

LaFleur’s Memory Lane Foundation is Empowering Dementia Caregivers Through Education and Support Joanna LaFleur, CEO and Founder of the Memory Lane Foundation, is on a mission to change the way society cares for individuals with dementia. With a degree in Recreational Therapy from Eastern Michigan University and over 20 years of experience in elder care, … Read more

Pioneer Day at the Waterloo Farm Museum Returns with Historic Flair

Experience Michigan’s Past with Live Demonstrations, Wagon Rides, and Delicious Local Treats on Sunday, October 6th. Community News The very first Pioneer Day Fall Festival was held at the Waterloo Farm Museum in 1962.  The museum had been in existence for a mere 9 months.  It gave birth to the beginning of an annual event, now called … Read more

Hornets Trapshooting Team Takes Third at Fall Brawl

Photo: Evan Seegert topped the Saline leaderboard, hitting 96/100. Photo from Saline Trapshooting Facebook The Saline Trapshooting Team competed in the Fall Brawl this weekend and placed 3rd in the event, scoring 475. Ida and Armada edged out the Hornets, who took 1st and 2nd place, with scores of 484 and 481, respectively. The 2024 … Read more

Good Old-Fashioned Family Fun at the Webster Fall Festival

The 41st annual Webster Fall Festival will be a great way to spend an early fall day. Featuring live music, children’s activities, food, hayrides, artisans/crafters and an auction, just to name a few of the things happening on September 28, the festival has something for everyone. The Webster Fall Festival is scheduled for 10 a.m. … Read more

Miss Saline 2024: Celebrating 76 Years of Leadership and Community Spirit

Miss Saline Lizzie White and Her Court Reflect on Role Models, Future Plans, and Giving Back to the Saline Community Photo: Miss Saline Court volunteering at Chamber of Commerce Event photo by Sue Kelch The first Miss Saline Contest was held on October 1, 1948, at the old Union High School at Henne Field.  According … Read more

Nu2U Again Expands to Ypsilanti: A Milestone for Saline-founded Non-profit

Nu2U Again is a resale store founded with the goal of offering meaningful work for people with disabilities. Originally founded by Lisa Rentschler to create a job for her son Connor, it has since grown into a local staple. The community support is the reason the business has been able to expand. “At the beginning, … Read more

Fall Fun 2024

Events Apple Daze (downtown Dexter) Autumn’s kick-off returns again with wagon rides, games, activities, craft booths, food, cider, petting zoo, entertainment and of course an apple pie eating contest. Sat. Oct 5, 10 am-5pm. Cider Mills & Apple Orchards Dexter Cider Mill(3685 Central St, Dexter) At 135 years, the longest continuously running cider mill in Michigan … Read more

The Encore Offers an Intimate Tribute to Sam Cooke Sept 26-29, 2024

Community News The Encore Musical Theatre Company opens their 2024/25 Tribute Concert Series with a celebration of the life and music of legendary soul singer Sam Cooke. The intimate tribute will perform September 26-29, offering a more personal experience by shifting the venue for this concert to the cozy setting of the Lobby Stage. Music … Read more

St. Louis Center Annual Fall Dinner Auction Adds Online Auction Access 

Community News  St. Louis Center is pleased to announce the 37th Annual Fall Dinner Auction to support the residents of St. Louis Center on November 9th, 2024 at 6:00 PM. This eagerly anticipated event will be held at St. Mary Church. This year’s event also features an exciting online auction component, allowing supporters near and far to participate. … Read more

Doug Marrin

St. Louis Center Annual Fall Dinner Auction Adds Online Auction Access 

St. Louis Center Annual Fall Dinner Auction Adds Online Auction Access 

Community News  St. Louis Center is pleased to announce the 37th Annual Fall Dinner Auction to support the residents of St. Louis Center on November 9th, 2024 at 6:00 PM. This eagerly anticipated event will be held at St. Mary Church. This year’s event also features an exciting online auction component, allowing supporters near and far to participate. ...

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