STN Staff Are you tidying up as the new school year approaches? Have you found an ever-growing collection of shoes around your house? We have the perfect solution to help you declutter while making a significant impact on the lives of others! The Saline community is rallying together for a massive shoe drive in partnership … Read more
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 161 calls for police service in Webster Township, down from 179 the previous year, a 10% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 920, down from 1,053 for the same period last year, a 13% drop. Officers conducted 59 traffic stops, down from 67 last year. Thirty-five citations were … Read more
The investigator turned author spoke to a standing room only crowd on the mysteries of UFOs. Photo: Author and UFOlogist Ray Szymanski signs books after his August 20, 2024, presentation at the Dexter District Library. Photo by Doug Marrin Ray Szymanski, a renowned UFO researcher and author, captivated a full house at the Dexter District … Read more
Aubree’s Pizzeria and Grill’s recent golf outing was able to raise $11,000 that organizers say will be donated to the Dexter Community Schools Athletic Department. This was the fourth outing for this annual event and each year it’s aimed to help support the Athletic Booster Club of Dexter. This now brings the total donated from … Read more
Community News The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners has taken a significant step to support the senior community by unanimously voting on July 10, 2024, to place an older person’s millage proposal on the ballot for the upcoming November 5, 2024, election. If approved by voters, this .5 millage will support, expand, and improve essential … Read more
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 245 calls for police service in Lodi Township, up from 200 the previous year, a 23% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 1,674, up from 1,575 for the same period last year, a 6% increase. Officers conducted 105 traffic stops, up from 78 last year. Thirty-four citations were … Read more
Photo: Pictured above is a newly placed pavement markings on Dexter-Chelsea Rd between Dancer Rd and Parker Rd in Lima Township. Photo courtesy of Washtenaw Co Road Commission Community News The asphalt resurfacing project on Dexter-Chelsea Rd between Dancer Rd and Parker Rd in Lima Township is progressing well. During the week of August 19th, … Read more
Photo: A moose calf during a previous season at Isle Royale National Park. Photo: Sarah Hoy The latest report on the Isle Royale wolf and moose populations reveals a story of delicate balance and shifting dynamics, highlighting the critical interplay between these two species on the remote island. The 2023-2024 ecological study, conducted by researchers … Read more
Legacy Land Conservancy has organized two community Cleanup Days at the newly established Iron Creek Preserve in Manchester Township on August 22 and 24, 2024. Volunteers are invited to help prepare this pristine 79-acre property for its tentative public opening in spring 2025. Donated in 2024 by Sybil Kolon and Maan Abdulbaki, Iron Creek Preserve … Read more
How One Saline Family Keeps the Tradition of Fresh Produce Alive Photo: Jon, Brentley Weisenreder and cousin Brock Andryc at Corn Stand by Saline Fairgrounds – photo by Sue Kelch Update: The Sun Times News was saddened to hear Ron Weisenreder passed away this last weekend (August 25, 2024). Along with all those who knew … Read more
STN Staff School’s back! Start marking your calendars! Woodland Meadows and Heritage School invite everyone in the community to join their Back to School Family Night on September 19th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event is all about bringing families together, creating a sense of community, and welcoming new students to the school. … Read more
Support personnel, bus drivers and administrative staff in Dexter Community Schools (DCS) are all starting the new school year with new labor agreements in place. Each group is seeing an increase in wages. The Dexter Community Schools Board of Education approved new agreements the Dexter Educational Support Personnel Association (DESPA), West Washtenaw Bus Drivers and … Read more
From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-2656 Location: 1100 block of S. Main StreetDate: August 12, 2024 Time: 11:49 amINFORMATION: A complainant came into the Chelsea Police Department to make a larceny report. The complainant stated that he was the owner of a local business and on the property, there was a collection bin placed near … Read more
The Milan boys’ tennis team opened the 2024 season by earning a share of the Lapeer Invitational title Friday. In a rain shortened tournament, the Big Reds defeated Lapeer and Davison, while battling to a tie with Clio in a match that was cut short due to rain. The doubles teams each claimed flight championships … Read more
Rivals Chelsea and Dexter opened the 2024 boys’ water polo season with the Dreadnaughts holding off a late Bulldog rally to come out on top 9-8 Thursday night. Chelsea struck first with a goal by Josh Levine, but the Dreads answered with goals by Chance McArtor and Dane Lee for a 2-1 lead after one … Read more
Rivals Chelsea and Dexter opened the 2024 boys’ water polo season with the Dreadnaughts holding off a late Bulldog rally to come out on top 9-8 Thursday night. Chelsea struck first with a goal by Josh Levine, but the Dreads answered with goals by Chance McArtor and Dane Lee for a 2-1 lead after one ...
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