An overflow crowd packed the Milan High School auditorium Jan. 28 as the Milan Area Schools Board of Education confronted a difficult question facing the district: how to balance competitive teacher pay with financial limits that could push the schools toward state oversight. Advocating for the “Heartbeat” of the Schools Jim Brousseau, a teacher in … Read more
With Washtenaw County voters approving a new 10-year county-wide millage to fund Career Technical Education (CTE) on November 4, the question now is how this moves forward as taxpayers begin supporting the expansion of CTE learning experiences from preschool through high school graduation. CTE is defined as an educational approach where students learn by doing, combining traditional, … Read more
Saline City Council approved three key steps at its Feb. 2, 2026, meeting to advance the City’s $3 million acquisition of the Davenport-Curtiss Mansion, setting expectations for a new working group, approving a budget amendment to complete the purchase, and launching the formal public process for potential bond financing to restore the City’s fund balance. … Read more
Updated Feb. 4, 2026 Chelsea police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman who donated items to a local Goodwill store after what appeared to be a human skull was discovered among the donations. According to the Chelsea Police Department, an officer on routine patrol was dispatched to the 1100 block of … Read more
Incident #: 26-330 Location: 1100 block of S. Main Street Date: January 26, 2026 Time: 1:54 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of S. Main Street for the report of a suspicious item that had been received at a donation drop-off location. Upon arrival, the officer met … Read more
The Saline school district held a public hearing at the January 27 board of education meeting about the high school Sex Ed Curriculum update. The current curriculum is outdated and hasn’t been updated in years, so the district is looking to change that. The Sun Times News (STN) followed up with Saline Area Schools (SAS) … Read more
Singin’ In The Rain full cast. Photo by Lad Strayer. If you need proof of the adage “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts,” Croswell’s All-Area High School production “Singin’ in the Rain” provides it. A cast of thirty-two, from fourteen area high schools, including students from Adrian, Chelsea, Clinton, Saline, Monroe … Read more
The Chelsea School District (CSD) sent out word on January 30 that it’s seeking applicants for its Sex Education Advisory Board. CSD said its “accepting applications for two parent/guardian members to serve on the district’s Sex Education Advisory Board (SEAB).” The role of the SEAB is to advise the Chelsea Board of Education “on the … Read more
Ah, the dating game. From calling cards and love letters of long ago to today’s text messages and social media; tiptoeing through romance under the watchful eyes of grown-ups remains a familiar rite of passage. As each generation adapts to social and technological changes, the conversation about what’s appropriate continues – even in the advice … Read more
For newly elected city council members, the first 100 days can set the tone for an entire term, by listening, learning, and beginning the work voters sent them to do, often while balancing big-picture goals with the day-to-day realities of local government. In this special feature, the Sun Times News staff writers asked first-time council … Read more
Author’s note: February is Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements, resilience, and lasting contributions of Black Americans whose stories continue to shape our shared history and future. The railroad bridge over Dexter-Pinckney Road leading out of Dexter is a civil engineering marvel designed by a brilliant 25-year-old UM graduate, Frederick B. Pelham. … Read more
By Sue Kelch and Matt Rosentreter In response to increased activity by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Saline High School students, along with students from several high schools across Michigan, organized a peaceful walkout on Jan. 30. “Americans everywhere are extremely upset by the unconstitutional acts of violence against innocent, American citizens,” one student said. … Read more
A Special Weather Statement has been issued for southeast Michigan, including Midland, Bay, Huron, and surrounding counties, valid from 6:42 AM to 9:00 AM EST on February 2, 2026. Light snowfall may lead to slick road conditions and reduced visibility, urging drivers to exercise caution during this period. An area of light snowfall will move … Read more
By Steve Gwisdalla My friends, in The Tribe of Up, we strive to advocate for more joy in both us and others. We seek to find beauty, love, and kindness in all things. Today is a tough one, but we are strong enough to handle it. Think of the worst thing that has happened to … Read more
The Milan Girls’ had a pair of hard-fought Huron League games this past week that saw them continuing to put in their best efforts against some strong teams. The Milan Girls’ took on New Boston Huron at home on January 26. The final score saw Milan falling 43-21, in a game where they worked hard … Read more
The Milan Girls’ had a pair of hard-fought Huron League games this past week that saw them continuing to put in their best efforts against some strong teams. The Milan Girls’ took on New Boston Huron at home on January 26. The final score saw Milan falling 43-21, in a game where they worked hard ...
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