Now with the pick made of the company to do the installation, Saline Area Schools will be moving forward with the solar roof project at the high school. At the Dec. 10 meeting, the SAS Board of Education approved the recommendation made by Rex Clary, SAS Executive Director of Operations, to award the roofing contract … Read more
Saline Superintendent Stephen Laatsch announced on December 11 that he will be retiring after nearly three decades as an educator in Saline Area Schools. In a message to the community, Laatsch said “On July 1, 2025 I will begin a new journey, as I will be retiring from Saline Area Schools at the conclusion of … Read more
The Dexter Dreadbolts FTC Robotics Team recently wrapped up an exciting and successful season, competing in the Ann Arbor Qualifier and the Michigan FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) State Championship. The team, comprised of middle school students and supported by high school mentors, coaches, and parents, demonstrated skill, determination, and a strong commitment to the FIRST … Read more
Photo: Aerial photo of Mill Creek Pond with a conceptual rendering of what it would look like if the dam were removed. Image: Town Hall slide presentation Saline residents gathered on December 10 for a presentation and town hall meeting to discuss the feasibility study on the future of the city’s dam, which could either … Read more
A fire inside a semi-truck at the TA Travel Center’s Truck Stop left a man injured and a dog dead. Scio Township Fire Chief Andrew Houde said this incident happened on Dec. 1 and it is the most recent semi-truck fire for the township department. It happened at the TA Truck Stop at 200 Baker … Read more
What’s the feasibility and cost to extend water under 1-94? This is something Sylvan Township wants to better understand, especially looking ahead to potential developments. At their December meeting, the township board had an agenda item to consider how to move forward on figuring this out. The board meeting packet explained: “Gathering data regarding the … Read more
The City of Saline took a proactive step on December 9, 2024, hosting a town hall meeting to discuss the future of the historic Mill Pond Dam. The well-attended meeting in council chambers presented findings from a recent Dam Removal Feasibility Study, presented data, and explored options for rehabilitating the dam and its potential removal. … Read more
For the second year in a row, the Dexter RedBots are heading to the First LEGO League State Championships—and the excitement among the young engineers is contagious! The RedBots, officially known as Team 4334, competed in the First LEGO League Challenge Regional Qualifier on December 7 at Columbia High School, where they went head-to-head with … Read more
Driving through local streets during the holidays is always a delight– front doors adorned with wreaths, houses glowing with lights so bright they could be seen from space, and windows offering a sneak peek of each home’s uniquely decorated tree. The decorations that lie behind these enchanting facades, however, are often left up to one’s … Read more
Incident #: 24-4179 Location: 800 block of W. Middle Street Date: December 5, 2024 Time: 3:27 pm INFORMATION: While at the station the investigator received a wire fraud complaint by telephone that reportedly had occurred on October 23, 2024. The complainant stated that he was the Power of Attorney for the complainant and had recently … Read more
It was early on the morning of December 6 when Dominick Myers was driving home at Conway and Sibley roads after work when he hit a patch of black ice. This caused his van to go off the road and overturn into a pond. He said he was able to call 9-1-1 and his wife, … Read more
The University of Michigan is hosting an online-only vehicle auction featuring 90+ vehicles, primarily model years 2017-2019. Available Vehicles: 20+ Ford Fusions 40+ Dodge Grand Caravans Ford Cargo Connect & Transit Vans (Passenger & Work Utility) Trucks including 4×4 Pickups, Dump Trucks, Flatbed Trucks, Plow Trucks (with plows), Box Vans, and more. Key Dates: Bidding … Read more
The University of Michigan is hosting an online-only vehicle auction featuring 90+ vehicles, primarily model years 2017-2019. Available Vehicles: 20+ Ford Fusions 40+ Dodge Grand Caravans Ford Cargo Connect & Transit Vans (Passenger & Work Utility) Trucks including 4×4 Pickups, Dump Trucks, Flatbed Trucks, Plow Trucks (with plows), Box Vans, and more. Key Dates: Bidding ...
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