Chelsea City Council approves additional funding for TimberTown Park parking lot improvements, ensuring the completion of vital infrastructure upgrades. At the December 9, 2024 Chelsea City Council meeting, members discussed and approved funding for parking lot improvements at TimberTown Park. Background on the TimberTown Project City Manager Marty Colburn provided an update on the ongoing … Read more
As housing challenges grow, Chelsea City Council is considering a new commission to champion affordable housing solutions for residents and workers alike. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on December 9, 2024, Mayor Jane Pacheco introduced a discussion on the potential formation of a Housing Commission, following years of efforts to address housing concerns within … Read more
Milan Area Schools has seen a change on the Board of Education with one school board member stepping down and a new one coming in. At the Nov. 13 meeting, Betty Rosen-Leacher announced because of personal reasons she was resigning from her role on the school board. Rosen-Leacher resigned because she and her husband (who … Read more
The outcome of these discussions could shape the future of Saline’s downtown revitalization efforts. At its December 2nd meeting, the Saline City Council heard a presentation by Praxis Properties, owners and operators of Murphy’s Crossing in downtown Saline, regarding the possibility of a public-private partnership to create a downtown gathering space. Praxis Properties representative Tyler … Read more
Paul Schubert, a 95-year-old Chelsea resident, brings history to life with Immigrants’ Son, a vivid memoir of his German-American boyhood during World War II. Photo: With television still in infancy, families would get their wartime news from the radio. Photo: Flickr, Public Domain A Boyhood Shaped by War ““War! Japanese planes have bombed American ships … Read more
The discovery of a mysterious tunnel beneath Dexter’s fire station has sparked renewed interest in the town’s history, making DEXTER THEN & NOW the perfect Christmas gift for history lovers. By Doug Marrin, Editor, with Cynthia Furlong Reynolds, Author The recent discovery of a tunnel beneath the Dexter fire station has reignited curiosity about the … Read more
“I think it’s something really special that we do here, and it’s because we recognize all the hard work that our community members put into their gardens and their spaces.” The City of Saline unveiled the winners of its annual Green Thumb Awards at its December 2 city council meeting. The Green Thumb Awards are … Read more
Katie Hepler On Saturday, December 7, Chelsea District Library (CDL) staff and volunteers gathered at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Party and presented our 2024 Friend of the Year and 2024 Volunteer of the Year awards. This year, CDL recognized 2024 Friend of the Year Gary Zenz and 2024 Volunteers of the Year Donald and Diane … Read more
Ballet Chelsea is excited to announce its Winter Semester 2 class schedule from January 13 through May 17, 2024. The semester features a wide array of classes tailored to dancers of all ages and experience levels, with additional 8-week mini-sessions perfect for those seeking shorter commitments or an introduction to dance. Ballet Chelsea is renowned … Read more
Commemorate another year of service to the community by attending Washtenaw County Conservation District’s 77th Annual Celebration on January 16th, 2025 from 5pm-8:30pm at Cobblestone Farm in Ann Arbor (2781 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108). Attendees will enjoy fine dining, educational experiences, social networking, and much more. A delicious farm-to-table dinner will be provided … Read more
As temperatures drop, over 1,500 Washtenaw County children are staying warm thanks to the Kiwanis-sponsored “Warm the Children” program, led by Mary Stewart and a dedicated team of volunteers. Photo by Jon Tyson on Unsplash By the time the first snowflakes fell in mid-November, 1,537 local children were wearing new warm clothes provided by the Kiwanis-sponsored Warm the … Read more
A mysterious tunnel uncovered during the demolition of Dexter’s fire station has residents speculating about its origins. Photo by Steve Wells Note: Thank you to the contributor for their post and all who commented for making this an enjoyable and entertaining post on the Friends of Dexter Facebook page. A Mysterious Find During Demolition When … Read more
A mysterious tunnel uncovered during the demolition of Dexter’s fire station has residents speculating about its origins. Photo by Steve Wells Note: Thank you to the contributor for their post and all who commented for making this an enjoyable and entertaining post on the Friends of Dexter Facebook page. A Mysterious Find During Demolition When ...
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