May 14, 2026

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Webster Township Completes Land Preservation Project

Land purchased for farmland

Community News The Webster Township Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program recently closed on a conservation easement purchase from John and Jean Cares. The property is just over 19 acres in size with frontage on the south side of Farrell Rd. and the east side of Zeeb Rd. It is comprised entirely of prime and … Read more

Lead Hunter Education Instructor at the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club is Honored

The longtime lead hunter education instructor at the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club has been honored by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR). The department announced on June 27, “Stuart Kenewell of Gregory (Livingston County) is the Michigan Department of Natural Resources 2023 Hunter Education Instructor of the Year, an honor bestowed at the … Read more

Scio Township Begins to Look for a New Township Manager

So what’s next for Scio Township when it comes to the Township Manager? Another Township Manager/Administrator has stepped down from the role after it was announced Joyce Parker, who has served in the role for over a year, will be leaving the township effective September 15. In its announcement about the news, Scio Township said … Read more

Hill Harper Visits Chelsea’s Sounds and Sights

Community News Despite a record-breaking heatwave, visitors to the Chelsea Sounds and Sights Thursday evening, June 20th, took time to stop and meet Hill Harper. Mr. Harper is running to fill Debbie Stabenow’s seat for the U.S. Senate. He reminded those gathered that voting in the primary is scheduled for August 6th, only eight weeks … Read more

New Clerk Appointed in Webster Township, But What Happens After the Election

There might be a question mark with the clerk position in Webster Township. Former Township Clerk Barbara Calleja stepped down from her elected role last month to become the Deputy Clerk for Scio Township. At the Webster Township Board meeting in May, the board appointed Tonie Brovont as Township Clerk, effective June 1, to complete … Read more

Grateful Crow’s Exclusive Wine Dinner in Chelsea

By Melissa Marcum The Grateful Crow hosted an exclusive Wine Dinner on Tuesday, June 25th. This was a sold-out event and the second Wine Dinner the restaurant has hosted. The Wine Dinner included a four-course dining experience. Each course was paired with a distinctive wine. Wine connoisseur, Shane Nicholson from Eagle Eye Distributing explained the … Read more

Find Waldo in Chelsea

Woman sitting with a cutout of Waldo from "Where's Waldo?"

Community News  Where’s Waldo? Back in Chelsea, of course. The iconic children’s book character in the red-and-white-striped shirt and black-rimmed specs is once again visiting 15 different locations in our downtown this July, including the Farmer’s Market, Chelsea District Library, Serendipity Books, and Zou Zou’s. Find Waldo Local is a free, family-friendly summer activity and … Read more

The Astor Academy Celebrates First Graduating Preschool Class

young girl in blue cap and gown

Community News  The Astor Academy proudly announces the graduation of its first preschool class since inception in Chelsea, Michigan this past September. The ceremony, held on The Astor Academy’s campus located at 128 Van Buren Street, marked a significant milestone for the institution in shaping young minds through a blend of arts-integrated and STEAM + … Read more

Chelsea Senior Center Appoints New Assistant Director and Senior Services Coordinator

Man in a blue shirt looking at the camera

Community News  Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) announces the promotion of Jon Van Hoek to Assistant Director and the addition of Angela Johnson as Senior Services Coordinator.   Van Hoek has been a Senior Services Coordinator for CSC’s Senior Nutrition Program (SNP) since 2020. Van Hoek provided program oversight of 34,000 meals a year, consisting of … Read more

Dexter Community Plays Jeopardy! with Local Champ

By Natalie Davies Dexter community members engaged in a localized version of the popular trivia game Jeopardy! hosted by Ben Goldstein at the Bicentennial Celebration. Goldstein, a Dexter resident and 5-time Jeopardy! winner who returned for the show’s Tournament of Champions back in February, asked three different participants– one team played as a pair– 5 … Read more

Saline To Hold Conversation to Discuss Charter Revisions

The City of Saline has announced an upcoming Coffee & Conversation event, scheduled for early July, to discuss proposed revisions to the City charter that will appear on ballots in the upcoming August and November elections. This event provides residents with an opportunity to understand the proposed changes and ask questions before casting their vote.  … Read more

The Chelsea School District has a New Budget Plan

Going into its new fiscal year, the Chelsea School District is planning to see revenues and costs both go down a bit. As the 2023-24 fiscal year came to a close, the school district introduced a new budget plan for the new year that begins July 1. The CSD Board of Education meeting on June … Read more

The 71st Annual Manchester Chicken Broil is set for July 20th, 2024

Community News  The 71st annual Manchester Chicken Broil, the decades long, and entirely volunteered run event that takes place in the City of Manchester, Michigan, located 25-minutes outside Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County, is set for Saturday, July 20th, 2024, from 4pm to 7:30pm at the Alumni Memorial Field and with it comes some new … Read more

The 71st Annual Manchester Chicken Broil is set for July 20th, 2024

The 71st Annual Manchester Chicken Broil is set for July 20th, 2024

Community News  The 71st annual Manchester Chicken Broil, the decades long, and entirely volunteered run event that takes place in the City of Manchester, Michigan, located 25-minutes outside Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County, is set for Saturday, July 20th, 2024, from 4pm to 7:30pm at the Alumni Memorial Field and with it comes some new ...

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