May 19, 2026

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Dexter’s Boys Volleyball team is up and coming

Boys volleyball is a new up and coming high school sport in Michigan. Yes, volleyball has been around a long time as a high school sport, but it’s primarily been for girls at that level. But that’s changing, especially in Dexter. The Sun Times News (STN) learned more about this. The Dexter team got started … Read more

Dementia Friendly Saline to Hold First Ever “Best Life Spring Festival”

indoor carnival, senior citizens

By Carleen Nelson-Nesvig Dementia Friendly Saline aims to make living in the community less difficult and more dignified for persons with dementia. And in keeping with DFS’s mission to raise awareness, provide education to the community, and to create fun, judgement-free events for those affected by dementia, along with offering their caregivers a respite, both … Read more

Weekly Road Work, May 6-12

Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor, Pittsfield Clark Rd between WCC driveway and Golfside Rd Intermittent lane closures April 15 – June 1 Augusta Township-wide Intermittent lane closures May 6 – 9 Bridgewater Clinton Rd between Austin Rd and Burmeister Rd Lane restrictions May 6 – 7 County-wide Various Rds Intermittent lane restrictions April 29 … Read more

Dexter Digs Up the Past Amid Bicentennial Buzz. Welcomes Contributions for New Capsule

man digging a big hole

Over the past few months, Dexter has experienced an untimely challenge when a time capsule, originally buried nearly 50 years ago, eluded the Dexter Area Historical Society (DAHS) during a search. This capsule is not a typical small box with a handful of mementos but a large casket sealed inside a concrete burial vault. Buried … Read more

Dexter Baseball Tries to Keep Pace in SEC Red

The Dexter baseball team kept pace with SEC Red leading Saline after taking a pair of games from Monroe Monday. The Dreadnaughts improved to 7-3 in the SEC Red with one more game with Monroe Wednesday before a huge three game series with Saline (9-0) next week. Monroe took an early 1-0 lead in the … Read more

Scio Township denies a mixed-use development plan

5411 Jackson Road Site Map

A development proposal called the Honey Creek Business Park, which would be located at 5411 Jackson Road, has gone through some revisions with its plan in lead up to going before the Scio Township Board on April 23. The developer of that site was seeking a conditional land use approval for a mixed use development. … Read more

Rabid Bat Found in Washtenaw County

brown bat on a white gloved hand

Community News The Washtenaw Health Department County has identified the first rabid bat in the county since 2022. The Health Department reminds community members to report all bat exposures and animal bites using our secure online form before letting the animal go. “We were enjoying a longer stretch with no rabies-positive animals, but it’s not unusual for … Read more

Chelsea Hospital Receives “A” Hospital Safety Grade

hospital building with blue sky

STN Staff Chelsea Hospital, a key member of the Trinity Health Michigan family and a joint venture with University of Michigan Health, announced it has been awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade by The Leapfrog Group for the spring 2024 ratings. This prestigious recognition is also shared by Trinity Health Livingston and Trinity Health Grand … Read more

Play Ball! Dexter Little League’s Challengers Division is creating fun opportunities

Challengers baseball game

It’s spring and there’s nothing like a good Little League baseball game. It can be very special for many, from the players to their parents. Being outdoors, hearing the crack of the bat and seeing the smiles as they run to first base, a lot of memories are made, especially in the Dexter Little League … Read more

Trail Paving and Bridge Prep Underway for B2B in Scio Twp

shared pathway being paved

Work on the Zeeb Rd to Delhi Metropark segment of the Border-to-Border Trail (B2B) continues to steadily move forward with new developments. The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) announced paving of the D3 section along the Huron River in Scio Township has begun. Over the past two weeks, the contractor has pounded steel pilings for … Read more

Chelsea Senior Center Offering Grant-Funded Lock Boxes to Seniors

Community News The Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) is offering free security lock boxes for area seniors. CSC secured funding to provide area seniors (age 60+) home security lock boxes at no cost thanks to the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) program managed by Washtenaw County. CSC is managing this program in conjunction with the … Read more

Building a Bulldog Future Fundraiser

Community News Chelsea Education Foundation (CEF) is launching “Building a Bulldog Future 2024 Fundraiser” starting May 1 and culminating on June 2, Graduation Day for Chelsea’s Class of 2024. In addition to celebrating this year’s graduates, CEF is committed to creating a bright future for all Chelsea Bulldogs! The money raised will help CEF fund … Read more

Dexter Softball Rallies Twice in Sweep of Monroe

The Dexter softball team might have to change their name to the Comeback Kids after winning their third straight game in which they trailed by at least three runs to improve 12-4 on the season. After rallying from three runs down to defeat rival Chelsea in the second game of a doubleheader, the Dreadnaughts rallied … Read more

Dexter Softball Rallies Twice in Sweep of Monroe

Dexter Softball Rallies Twice in Sweep of Monroe

The Dexter softball team might have to change their name to the Comeback Kids after winning their third straight game in which they trailed by at least three runs to improve 12-4 on the season. After rallying from three runs down to defeat rival Chelsea in the second game of a doubleheader, the Dreadnaughts rallied ...

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