May 04, 2026

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City of Chelsea Appoints Elle Cole as City Manager

City of Chelsea Appoints Elle Cole as City Manager

Following a competitive and thorough recruitment process, the City of Chelsea has appointed Elle Cole as its next City Manager. The search attracted more than 30 applicants from across the region and beyond. Three finalists advanced to the interview stage, with interviews conducted over several weeks. The City Council selected Cole for her extensive leadership ...

Anyone wondering about the CTE Millage that passed last November

Anyone wondering about the CTE Millage that passed last November

With Washtenaw County voters approving a new 10-year county-wide millage to fund Career Technical Education (CTE) on November 4, the question now is how this moves forward as taxpayers begin supporting the expansion of CTE learning experiences from preschool through high school graduation. CTE is defined as an educational approach where students learn by doing, combining traditional, ...

Doug Marrin

Saline Takes Next Steps with Davenport-Curtiss Mansion Acquisition

Saline Takes Next Steps with Davenport-Curtiss Mansion Acquisition

Saline City Council approved three key steps at its Feb. 2, 2026, meeting to advance the City’s $3 million acquisition of the Davenport-Curtiss Mansion, setting expectations for a new working group, approving a budget amendment to complete the purchase, and launching the formal public process for potential bond financing to restore the City’s fund balance. ...

Chelsea Police Seek Woman Who Donated Human Skull

Chelsea Police Seek Woman Who Donated Human Skull

Updated Feb. 4, 2026 Chelsea police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman who donated items to a local Goodwill store after what appeared to be a human skull was discovered among the donations. According to the Chelsea Police Department, an officer on routine patrol was dispatched to the 1100 block of ...

CPD Weekly Report, Jan 25-31, 2026

CPD Weekly Report, Jan 25-31, 2026

Incident #: 26-330 Location: 1100 block of S. Main Street Date: January 26, 2026 Time: 1:54 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of S. Main Street for the report of a suspicious item that had been received at a donation drop-off location. Upon arrival, the officer met ...

Doug Marrin

The Brilliant Young Engineer Behind Dexter’s Famous Stone Viaduct

The Brilliant Young Engineer Behind Dexter’s Famous Stone Viaduct

Author’s note: February is Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements, resilience, and lasting contributions of Black Americans whose stories continue to shape our shared history and future. The railroad bridge over Dexter-Pinckney Road leading out of Dexter is a civil engineering marvel designed by a brilliant 25-year-old UM graduate, Frederick B. Pelham. ...

Local Students and Residents Protest ICE Activity

Local Students and Residents Protest ICE Activity

By Sue Kelch and Matt Rosentreter In response to increased activity by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Saline High School students, along with students from several high schools across Michigan, organized a peaceful walkout on Jan. 30. “Americans everywhere are extremely upset by the unconstitutional acts of violence against innocent, American citizens,” one student said. ...

Weather Alerts

Special Weather Statement Issued 6:42AM for Washtenaw County

Special Weather Statement Issued 6:42AM for Washtenaw County

A Special Weather Statement has been issued for southeast Michigan, including Midland, Bay, Huron, and surrounding counties, valid from 6:42 AM to 9:00 AM EST on February 2, 2026. Light snowfall may lead to slick road conditions and reduced visibility, urging drivers to exercise caution during this period. An area of light snowfall will move ...

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