The next phase of the TimberTown Reimagined project is set to begin, and the City of Chelsea has received a significant boost with a grant from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council to help fund the “Pathway to Renewal.” This phase of the project, which continues to honor Chelsea’s rich history and the community’s resilience, … Read more
Community News Autumn’s arrival signifies the annual Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) Flu Shot Clinic and Wellness Fair. On October 9, knowledgeable community members will be available between 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to share an array of services and timely tools to benefit the well-being of your entire family this winter. Chelsea Senior Center’s Wellness … Read more
Get ready for some creative fun in Downtown Saline this fall! The 13th Annual Scarecrow Contest, sponsored by Borer Family Chiropractic, is back with the 2024 theme “Superstitions & Traditions.” While the theme is optional, it’s sure to spark some imaginative entries. The contest is open to individuals, groups, and businesses, with four categories to … Read more
How Coffee Shops, Breweries, and Churches Foster Public Engagement and Economic Growth Photo: The Owl, Morning ‘til Night, Milan, MI. Credit: Ronnie Hensler By Cassidy Jenkins In sociology, “third places” are social environments that exist outside of the home (the first place) and work (the second place). These locations serve as vital hubs where people … Read more
Community Outraged as Driveways Littered with Nails and Debris, Prompting Concerns Over Safety and Intimidation Residents in the Dexter area have been subjected to politically motivated vandalism over recent weeks, targeting homes displaying political signs. Reports from local news outlets and posts on Reddit describe an escalation of incidents where nails, screws, and other dangerous … Read more
Super STEAM Saturdays offering middle schoolers the chance to explore and learn about science, technology, engineering, arts and math are back at Washtenaw Community College. The new season of free hands-on activities led by WCC faculty and other experts from their career fields kicks off October 5. Super STEAM Saturdays occur monthly and are designed with … Read more
My card declines at the grocery store for the third time and my stomach turns. I have enough, I’m sure of it. There’s no service in the store for me to check my app, and there’s a line of people behind me at the self-checkout. I’d hoped to avoid these kinds of looks when I … Read more
EHM Senior Solutions, a trusted not-for-profit leader in senior care serving Southeast Michigan, is proud to announce the launch of its innovative Registered LPN Apprenticeship Program. This initiative, developed in partnership with the Department of Labor and Michigan Works! Southeast aims to tackle the growing shortage of skilled nurses while providing a unique career advancement … Read more
A Scio Township man was struck and killed by a vehicle on September 25, while trying to cross Dexter Ann Arbor Road. Scio Township Fire Chief Andrew Houde told the Sun Times News on the 25th that unfortunately this afternoon they did respond to a fatal car/pedestrian accident in the 4100 block of Dexter Ann … Read more
The estimated loss in enrollment for Saline Area Schools is less than expected. At the Sept. 24 SAS Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Steve Laatsch gave a report on the latest enrollment numbers. Laatsch said the district is seeing a “smaller than anticipated loss in students.” This past June, when setting the budget for this … Read more
The Chelsea volleyball team had a huge showing at the Waterford our Lady of the Lakes tournament Saturday, coming home with a second-place finish. The Bulldogs went 6-1 on the day before falling to Midland in a three-set tiebreaker match Chelsea beat Riverview Gabriel Richard 27-25, 25-20, Waterford Mott, 25-15, 26-24, Durand 25-18, 25-14, Waterford … Read more
Preserving Parkland or Relocating a Fire Station? Voters Face a Complex Decision with Costly Implications Photo: The Dexter Fire Station has been emptied, and plans for its future use are still uncertain. Photo by Doug Marrin. Despite the simplicity of its language, an awful lot is riding on the proposed charter amendment Dexter voters will … Read more
Preserving Parkland or Relocating a Fire Station? Voters Face a Complex Decision with Costly Implications Photo: The Dexter Fire Station has been emptied, and plans for its future use are still uncertain. Photo by Doug Marrin. Despite the simplicity of its language, an awful lot is riding on the proposed charter amendment Dexter voters will ...
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