The wolf population on Isle Royale is growing and thriving, while the island’s moose population continues a sharp and troubling decline, according to a new annual report from Michigan Technological University researchers. Scientists estimate there are now 37 wolves on the remote Lake Superior island, an increase from recent years and a sign the predator … Read more
A Michigan House budget plan would cut more than $200 million from the University of Michigan’s state funding, raising questions about tuition, jobs and the university’s role in Washtenaw County’s economy. The Republican-led House approved the education budget plan April 23 as part of House Bill 5630, a broad spending bill covering K-12 schools, higher … Read more
State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz met with residents in Chelsea on April 27 for local office hours focused on the state budget, roads, schools and concerns ranging from downtown truck traffic to data centers. The meeting was held in the Chelsea City Council chambers. Schmaltz, a Republican, represents the 46th House District, which includes Chelsea, Sylvan … Read more
Downtown Milan’s Wine Walk marked its 10th anniversary April 25, drawing about 360 walkers downtown for wine samples, music, local business stops and community connection. The sold-out event ran from 3 to 7 p.m. and featured 10 stops and 12 tasting samples, with check-in at The Center on Neckel Court. Host locations included Pink Shamrocks, … Read more
Nearly 2,000 students, teachers and parents from across Washtenaw County attended the 36th annual Project RED (Rural Education Days), held April 22–24 at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds. The program brought third graders together for hands-on agricultural education through interactive exhibits and demonstrations. Students began in a barn where the floor was chalked in the … Read more
Incident #: 26-1721 Location: 100 block of Dewey Street Date: April 20, 2026 Time: 2:59 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Dewey Street for the report of malicious damage to property. Upon arrival, the officer was met by the complainant, who took the officer to their … Read more
Exactly one century after visionary Ward Blakely began developing the Loch Alpine subdivision and golf course, a contentious lawsuit has ended, guaranteeing that the 125 acres of open space that once hosted golfers will not be subdivided into housing lots. At the opening of the 2026 annual meeting of the Loch Alpine Improvement Association (LAIA) … Read more
The Earth Day Fair brought a record crowd to Wilson Park in Milan on April 26, drawing visitors for vendors, speakers, music, live animals and hands-on activities while coming close to its zero-waste goal. Organizer Josh Kofflin estimated the fair drew about 590 people. He said the fair produced 14 pounds of total waste: 3 … Read more
Dexter High School’s Model United Nations team earned high honors at the recent Model UN conference at Oakland University. This was the tenth Model UN (MUN) conference at the university and it was their largest by the size of student delegations in their decade long history. It had some of the premier talent from schools from … Read more
A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for Genesee, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, and Monroe counties, effective from 7:04 PM to 8:15 PM EDT, highlighting the risk of wind gusts up to 50 mph which may cause tree limbs to fall and unsecured objects to be blown around. At 704 PM … Read more
A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for Shiawassee, Genesee, Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Lenawee counties, effective from April 27 at 5:46 PM EDT until 7:00 PM EDT. Residents should prepare for wind gusts up to 50 mph, which may knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. At 545 PM … Read more
Do you have a special election on May 5th? What to know about the ballot proposals on the May 5th Special Election ballot A small number of Washtenaw County voters have a special election approaching on May 5th, 2026 when Ingham Intermediate School District, Grass Lake Community Schools, and Columbia School District will ask voters … Read more
Chelsea State Bank, a three-time recipient of the Detroit Free Press Top Workplace, announces six promotions approved by the Board of Directors during their April 2026 meeting last week. Emily Schaible, a fourth generation at Chelsea State Bank, has served as the Bank’s Human Resources Director for 7 years. With nearly 14 years of banking experience … Read more
By Steve Gwisdalla ([email protected]) My friends, here in the Tribe of Up, we advocate for more joy. We don’t waste time yelling at the rain because of the puddles it makes. We simply choose not to play with those who wish to divide and polarize topics, ideals, and people. Please do not think for a … Read more
With engines roaring and school names written on car windows, Darana Dragway, formerly Milan Dragway, became a school-spirit showdown April 25 for Battle of the Schools. The event, formerly known as the High School Nationals, brought high school and college racers to the Milan track for time trials and eliminations. Wilson Talent Center left with … Read more
With engines roaring and school names written on car windows, Darana Dragway, formerly Milan Dragway, became a school-spirit showdown April 25 for Battle of the Schools. The event, formerly known as the High School Nationals, brought high school and college racers to the Milan track for time trials and eliminations. Wilson Talent Center left with ...
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