Dan and Sarah Kolander have a simple motto: That Every Town has that Original Bar or Tavern. It’s their hope to bring that feel and atmosphere back to the closed-down Chelsea Burger location, which had been home to Seitz’s Tavern for decades. The Kolanders are the owners of Dan’s Downtown Tavern in Saline. They took … Read more
STN Staff The Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA) has announced a remarkable achievement in waste reduction at this year’s Chelsea Sounds and Sights festival. In collaboration with the Chelsea Zero Waste Coalition, the event successfully diverted 413.08 pounds of waste from landfills, achieving an impressive 90% diversion rate. The effort, spearheaded by the Chelsea Zero … Read more
The Dexter Summer Festival is almost here, and oh how the summer celebration has grown since its humble beginnings. The Dexter Summer Festival, formerly Dexter Daze, returns on August 9 & 10, but its roots stretch far back almost as long as there has been a Dexter, MI. In the decades before 1972, Dexter’s summer … Read more
Washtenaw County Road Commission Projects Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor Gleaner Hall Rd between Warren Rd and Joy Rd Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 5 – 9 Ann Arbor Stein Rd between End of Pavement and Maple Rd Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 5 – 9 Ann Arbor Local Soft Surface Rds Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. … Read more
Since its arrival in Saline in 2018, the community has helped the Enchanted Oven do what it does best, and that’s make delicious baked goods. From design cakes and wedding cakes to cupcakes, pies, cheesecakes, cookies, bread and biscuits, Enchanted Oven has become a great option for anyone. However, growth in business and a need … Read more
By Trevor Sullivan On August 1st, a new segment of the Border to Border Trail opened for the public, celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony. This completed segment connects Zeeb Road to the Delhi Metropark. This 2.1 mile section now means that three metroparks within Washtenaw County are connected, that being Delhi, Hudson Mills, and … Read more
By Trevor Sullivan Sarah and Bryan Gunter, residents of Ypsilanti, recently competed in the W4 Country Idol, a 20 year old tradition from the radio station. After a suggestion from a member of their church, the couple tried out last year on the final day of tryouts, where they ended up not qualifying. However, this … Read more
Become a Becoming Expert My friends, do you enjoy experiencing things? Do you enjoy experiencing new things? Last week, we went up to the chain of lakes between Dexter and Pinckney. I rented a boat from NautiMe On the River. They rent a retro fitted pontoon boat that looks like a floating tiki hut. It … Read more
A Rare Moment of Seriousness I often like to have fun when authoring these little articles. I try extremely hard to never take the world too seriously and let it do its own spinning. I find humor in the people out there who think they can stop the world from spinning just by digging their … Read more
Having a meaningful impact on your community hinges on a commitment to being part of the ongoing conversation Imagine discovering the empty property next to your home will soon be filled with a high-density housing development or a new string of retail shops and restaurants. You might feel worried about the changing character of your … Read more
Community News After a recent famed escape from a shelter, Tiki the Houdini dog is again available for adoption. The 10-year-old stray dog has busted out of the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) after-hours not once, but twice. He was briefly adopted last week, but returned when it became clear he needed special separation anxiety help. … Read more
“I have no doubt that Saline will continue moving forward with its dedicated City Council, skilled City Manager, engaged businesses, phenomenal school district, and passionate residents.” The city of Saline is about to lose one of its leaders. According to City Manager Colleen O’Toole, Community Development Director Ben Harrington has accepted a new position in … Read more
Community News The Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD) has partnered with the Lenawee Conservation District, Monroe Conservation District, Hillsdale Conservation District and Scott’s Cover Crops LLC to offer a Cover Crop Fly-on program for local producers. Scott’s Cover Crops has been flying on single species and special blends of cover crops for several years. Flying … Read more
There’s a need, according to Scio Township officials, to take another look at putting a fire services ballot question before township voters. So come November 5, voters will again be asked whether or not they want to pay more to add more to this essential service. This will come a year after Scio voters said … Read more
From Alaska to New Jersey and here in Michigan, college students from Dexter and Chelsea are working hard. Here’s a look at some local students who made the grade. At the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), Rheana Grudzinski of Chelsea was named to the spring 2024 dean’s list. Students receiving a grade point average of … Read more
From Alaska to New Jersey and here in Michigan, college students from Dexter and Chelsea are working hard. Here’s a look at some local students who made the grade. At the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), Rheana Grudzinski of Chelsea was named to the spring 2024 dean’s list. Students receiving a grade point average of ...
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