A view of the past through the eyes of the future, celebrating Dexter’s Bicentennial has been put into art through the hands of local students. When planning the parade for the Bicentennial celebration, Steve Fineman had an idea to involve an important local institution, so he looked to Dexter Community Schools with help in putting … Read more
Community News Friends in Deed are excited to announce their upcoming Over The Edge event on August 17. As they gear up for this fundraiser to combat poverty in Washtenaw County, they are in search of dedicated volunteers like you to help make this event a resounding success. They have two vital support roles where … Read more
By Gavin Millard Continuing its legacy of excellence, the Eastern Michigan University Forensics team achieved an impressive fourth-place finish at the American Forensics Association (AFA) National Speech Tournament. This tournament was the first of two national tournaments for the team and the first national tournament under Bill Heinze, director of EMU Forensics. Eastern hosted 14 students at … Read more
By Melissa Thrasher Eastern Michigan University is taking significant steps to address the gender gap in computer science by introducing high school girls to computer programming and the rapidly expanding set of occupations related to the field. Following a successful first year, EMU will host the Gigabytes Summer Computing Camp, an all-day, week-long program, from … Read more
Community News Washtenaw Community College (WCC) today announces the launch of the Tech Ecosystem Development Pilot Project aimed at fostering innovation and empowering local entrepreneurs. This collaborative initiative, funded and supported by the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA), Ann Arbor SPARK and WCC’s Entrepreneurship Center, marks a significant milestone in the commitment … Read more
Community News The Huron-Clinton Metroparks is committed to removing barriers, creating access, improving access, and increasing recreation opportunities for all. This summer the Metroparks are hosting adaptive recreation programs and working on updates to their ADA Transition Plan as they work to continue to work to have a barrier-free Metroparks system. The Adaptive Recreation program … Read more
By Trevor Sullivan This past Saturday, members of the Michigan State High School League competed in the State Tournament at the Michigan Trap Shooting Association grounds in Mason, Michigan. The event saw participation from over 400 students representing their schools in the 1A Division. The Dexter High School team, comprising students from 6th through 12th … Read more
Community News Kara Wolter of Pinckney, Michigan, was just 26 years-old when she was diagnosed with metastatic osteosarcoma, a type of aggressive bone cancer in 2017. The cancer was found in her left knee and had also spread to her lungs. Kara’s treatment plan included six different chemotherapies, multiple surgeries, as well as six lung wedge … Read more
Community News The Michigan Celtic Festival (formerly the Saline Celtic Festival) will showcase a dynamic line-up of Celtic bands, with new faces and returning favorites, July 12 and 13 at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds in Ann Arbor. “This year’s musical line up is bigger than ever,” says Entertainment Director Paul Wikarski. “We’re bringing in … Read more
Community News Summer home improvement and home-buying season is upon us, with the Greater Ann Arbor area’s annual Showcase of New & Remodeled Homes event happening June 22 & 23, 2024. The tour can help people find a newly constructed home, a builder or remodeler, or inspire an ADU or other home improvements. It’s a … Read more
As the city of Dexter gears up for its Bicentennial celebration next week, a local resident has taken an unconventional approach to contributing to the festivities. Rob Marshke, a videographer interested in new technology, has composed an AI-generated theme song for the event. “With my video background, I’m always following new tech like this,” Marshke … Read more
Community NewsThis Saturday, June 22, is the official county-wide kickoff for a new organization that plans to have a long-lasting impact on the quality of life in Washtenaw County. From June 22 through July 31, Love Washtenaw, a faith-based coalition, dedicated to improving the lives of others, by engaging the community-at-large through outreach events with … Read more
Just a few weeks from now on July 20th, the City of Saline will host its second annual, “Jazz in the Park” jazz festival at Mill Pond Park. The event is a free and family-friendly day of music, food, and community showcasing a lineup of award-winning artists. Organized by the city’s Arts and Culture Committee, … Read more
The Chelsea School District is saying goodbye to one of its important leaders as high school Principal Nick Angel is taking on a new opportunity in Grass Lake. CSD announced the news on June 17: “The Chelsea School District (CSD) announces, with both pride and a hint of nostalgia, the departure of Chelsea High School … Read more
On July 13th, the Historic Webster Village will transport visitors two centuries into the past for a special Pioneer Day event celebrating the Dexter Bicentennial. Webster has an intimate connection to the area’s pioneering history and founder, Samuel Dexter, which makes this celebration particularly meaningful. “Step back into an earlier, simpler time with us as … Read more
On July 13th, the Historic Webster Village will transport visitors two centuries into the past for a special Pioneer Day event celebrating the Dexter Bicentennial. Webster has an intimate connection to the area’s pioneering history and founder, Samuel Dexter, which makes this celebration particularly meaningful. “Step back into an earlier, simpler time with us as ...
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