But the fight isn’t over Photo: Sharon Township Hall. Credit: David Burdette, Wikipedia TL;DR (too long, didn’t read) In a recent legal dispute, Michigan Materials and Aggregates Company, operating as Stoneco of Michigan, appealed against Sharon Township’s denial of a special land use permit for a proposed sand and gravel extraction operation. The case centered … Read more
With a goal of trying to do better and improve while making the school district an even more welcoming, inclusive and equitable environment for everyone, Saline Area Schools (SAS) is taking in what they learned from the recent Listening Sessions and Perceptions of Equity surveys and are aiming to put the feedback into action. At … Read more
Community News Ballet Chelsea offers students of all ages and levels a complete dance education in its beautiful, state-of-the-art facility. Its nationally recognized faculty has designed a varied and exciting curriculum to meet the needs of all students in a nurturing and caring environment. Registration is open now, and classes begin August 26. Register at … Read more
Photo by Marina De Salis on Unsplash There’s a well-known phrase in neuroscience: “Neurons that fire together, wire together.” This means that the more we engage in a particular activity, the stronger the neural pathways supporting that activity become. For example, if you regularly practice writing, woodworking, or playing the guitar, these actions become more automatic over time, … Read more
Community News On July 28, 2024, the members of First Congregational Church UCC of Chelsea presented a gift of $3,600 to the Archer family of Adrian who are the founders of Jasmynn’s Voice. Shown in the photo are (l. to r.) Melissa Archer, Jasmyn Archer, Pastor Wallace Tatara, Kathy Grau (FCC Chair of Mission & … Read more
Photo: Saline City Council discusses proposed charter amendment on council term limits and compensation at its August 5, 2024, meeting. Photo: city video screenshot. During the Saline City Council meeting on August 5, 2024, significant changes were discussed regarding the structure and compensation of the city’s elected officials. The council deliberated on Resolution 2024-151, which … Read more
Photo: Google Streetview At a recent meeting on August 5, 2024, the Saline City Council unanimously approved the annexation of 7911 E. Michigan Avenue, currently home to Gerry’s Tire and Alignment. The annexation process was initiated by the property owner, Carey Freeman, who submitted a formal request to the City of Saline on July 29, … Read more
The Saline City Council has officially renewed the employment contract of Police Chief Marlene Radzik, extending her tenure through June 30, 2025. The decision was reached during the council meeting on August 5, 2024. The council members deliberated on various aspects of the contract before reaching a consensus. The new contract maintains many of the … Read more
Washtenaw County Road Commission projects Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor Local Soft Surface Rds Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 12 – 22 Augusta Whittaker Rd between Bemis Rd and Willis Rd Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 12 -14 Augusta Intersection of Whittaker Rd and Willis Rd Road closure June 3 – Aug. 19 Augusta Macey Rd between … Read more
Among the 24 people released from Russia on Aug. 1 in the biggest prisoner swap since the Cold War was Paul Whelan, a 54-year-old who grew up in Ann Arbor and worked as a part-time Chelsea police officer in the 1990s. Whelan, a former Marine, visited Russia for a wedding in December 2018 and was … Read more
A date and time has been set for the community open house at Pierce Lake Elementary School, when the closed down school will be officially unveiled as the new Early Childhood Center. The open house is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 275 N. Freer Road. During the Aug. 5 board meeting, … Read more
A visit to Michigan’s Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park Photo: Ebmodaakowet, known as the Bone Man, depicted shooting an arrow of knowledge into future generations. Photo by Doug Marrin. In the heart of Michigan’s thumb lies a unique historical treasure, the Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park. “Ezhibiigaadek asin” (aysah-gabah-ahdek ah-sin): knowledge written in stone announces … Read more
Dexter Community Schools will implement a no-transport zone starting this fall, requiring 239 students who live within a 1.5-mile radius of their schools to walk, bike or find a ride to school other than the bus. The area ineligible for bus transportation includes Dexter Crossing, Walkabout Creek, Hilltop, Huron Farms and all students in town … Read more
See who won the Democratic nomination for County Sheriff and more Voters across Michigan turned out to cast their ballots in yesterday’s primary election. Of the 324,138 registered voters in Washtenaw County, 83,375 weighed in on regional ballot initiatives and set the stage for partisan candidates in the November general election. Washtenaw County’s 26% turnout … Read more
After its surprising discovery in some overgrowth near the Hayes State Park, the headstone of Dea (Deacon) Ethel Walker is back in place at the Hudson Mills Cemetery. The journey began about 18 months ago when Cheryl Beuning and her husband bought a house and property near Hayes State Park in the Irish Hills. Beuning … Read more
After its surprising discovery in some overgrowth near the Hayes State Park, the headstone of Dea (Deacon) Ethel Walker is back in place at the Hudson Mills Cemetery. The journey began about 18 months ago when Cheryl Beuning and her husband bought a house and property near Hayes State Park in the Irish Hills. Beuning ...
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