The storm sewer project marks the beginning of construction for Chelsea’s much anticipated Main Street Park Image: Aerial view of demolition of existing structures. Image courtesy of MSPA At the Chelsea City Council meeting on August 19, 2024, the Council approved the bid award for the highly anticipated “Big Dig” project, which marks the beginning … Read more
Photo: Hazel Kellog, age 6, ready for the parade to begin. Photo by Melissa Marcum It’s Chelsea Community Fair Week! For over 40 years, the Chelsea Community Fair has started with a beloved tradition: the Children’s Fair Parade. Superintendent Sam Vogel led this event this year, who has dedicated four decades to making it special … Read more
How a prehistoric giant and Dexter’s mascot share a timeless spirit of invincibility. Image: Dall-E Editor’s note: While doing some background checking on an article about a visit to Dinosaur Gardens near Alpena in northern Michigan, I came across “Dreadnoughtus,” the largest land dinosaur, discovered in 2005. Its name means “fears nothing.” I was immediately … Read more
Photo: Orchard Street. Image: Google Streetview, June 2024. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on August 19, 2024, City Manager Marty Colburn discussed the city’s plan to implement a slurry seal treatment on several streets to extend their longevity. Colburn emphasized that while the slurry seal is not a permanent fix, it is a cost-effective … Read more
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 271 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 297 the previous year, a 9% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 1,911, up from 1,736 for the same period last year, a 10% increase. Officers conducted 145 traffic stops, up from 143 last year. Twenty-seven … Read more
The people of Saline know it and soon enough, so will the people of Chelsea. Dan’s Downtown Tavern has great burgers. Dan’s Downtown Tavern was picked as Best Burger Winner in this year’s People’s Choice Awards, which was organized by the Saline Area Chamber of Commerce. Dan’s has been a mainstay in Saline for a … Read more
STN Staff Are you tidying up as the new school year approaches? Have you found an ever-growing collection of shoes around your house? We have the perfect solution to help you declutter while making a significant impact on the lives of others! The Saline community is rallying together for a massive shoe drive in partnership … Read more
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 161 calls for police service in Webster Township, down from 179 the previous year, a 10% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 920, down from 1,053 for the same period last year, a 13% drop. Officers conducted 59 traffic stops, down from 67 last year. Thirty-five citations were … Read more
The investigator turned author spoke to a standing room only crowd on the mysteries of UFOs. Photo: Author and UFOlogist Ray Szymanski signs books after his August 20, 2024, presentation at the Dexter District Library. Photo by Doug Marrin Ray Szymanski, a renowned UFO researcher and author, captivated a full house at the Dexter District … Read more
Aubree’s Pizzeria and Grill’s recent golf outing was able to raise $11,000 that organizers say will be donated to the Dexter Community Schools Athletic Department. This was the fourth outing for this annual event and each year it’s aimed to help support the Athletic Booster Club of Dexter. This now brings the total donated from … Read more
Community News The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners has taken a significant step to support the senior community by unanimously voting on July 10, 2024, to place an older person’s millage proposal on the ballot for the upcoming November 5, 2024, election. If approved by voters, this .5 millage will support, expand, and improve essential … Read more
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 245 calls for police service in Lodi Township, up from 200 the previous year, a 23% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 1,674, up from 1,575 for the same period last year, a 6% increase. Officers conducted 105 traffic stops, up from 78 last year. Thirty-four citations were … Read more
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 245 calls for police service in Lodi Township, up from 200 the previous year, a 23% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 1,674, up from 1,575 for the same period last year, a 6% increase. Officers conducted 105 traffic stops, up from 78 last year. Thirty-four citations were ...
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