May 23, 2026

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Be a Beacon

Be a Beacon How many of us slept with the nightlight on when we were young? Why? The dark is scary. Being in a pitch-dark room seems to amplify every sound. When we cannot see in dark places, what is out there becomes the unknown and the unknown can be very scary. We turn on … Read more

Cass & Co. in downtown Dexter brings together fashion, style and sustainability

Cassidy Kutella inside the new Dexter business, Cass & Co. photo by Heather Hoelzer A love for fashion and style makes Cass & Co. a great shop, but its commitment to environmental sustainability makes it a unique one. The shop is in downtown Dexter. It had its ribbon cutting grand opening in December. To learn … Read more

Dexter Receives Audit Results for Fiscal Year 2023

CPA Rama Emmons presents the results of her firm’s audit of Dexter’s FY2023 activities to the city council during their February 12, 2024, meeting. The results of an independent, third-party audit of Dexter’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 financials were reported during the city’s February 12, 2024, city council meeting. The city contracts with an independent … Read more

Saline Middle Schoolers Using Cereal Dominoes to Topple Hunger

Corn flakes cereal box close-up with vibrant rooster logo

With area food pantries experiencing a spike in requests, it’s crunch time for hunger. Saline Middle School is looking to create a bowlful of change with a cereal drive, which began February 19th and ends March 15th, to support Saline Area Social Services’ food pantry. The effort is a twofer of fun for the students. … Read more

Saline Middle Schoolers Using Cereal Dominoes to Topple Hunger

Photo by Sten Ritterfeld on Unsplash With area food pantries experiencing a spike in requests, it’s crunch time for hunger. Saline Middle School is looking to create a bowlful of change with a cereal drive, which began February 19th and ends March 15th, to support Saline Area Social Services’ food pantry. The effort is a … Read more

Chelsea Historical Society Showcases Century-Old Cole Funeral Chapel

Allen Cole. Courtesy of CHS The Chelsea Area Historical Society is spotlighting 100-year-old local businesses, with the next feature on Cole Funeral Chapel, a cornerstone in Chelsea for over a century. This event, set for March 4 at 7 pm at the Chelsea Depot, promises an insightful evening with Allen Cole, the current proprietor, who … Read more

Manufacturing and Industrial locations in Saline hope to add-on to their existing facilities

photo by Doug Marrin Looking to expand, the Liebherr Group gets the go-ahead by the city of Saline Planning Commission to add on to its facility on Woodland Drive. Liebherr took its plan before the planning commission seeking a combined site plan approval, which it received with some conditions by a unanimous vote. In the … Read more

Chelsea Considers Funding Mental Health Coordinator with Millage Rebates

Mayor Jane Pacheco provided an update on considerations for the use of millage rebate funds to the city council at its February 5, 2024, meeting. Photo courtesy of City of Chelsea. The City of Chelsea is exploring ideas for the use of millage rebate funds it has received following the passage of the 2017 County … Read more

Everything You Need to Know About the Saline Spring Craft Show on March 16, 2024

2022 Saline Craft Show. Courtesy Cheryl Hoeft. The Saline Spring Craft Show is one of Michigan’s premier craft exhibitions, showcasing the work of talented crafters from around the Midwest. Here’s what you can expect: Date and Time: Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Location: Saline Middle School, 7190 North Maple Rd, Saline, MI … Read more

Dexter’s Art Scene Ignites with Master Artist Nancie King Mertz to Judge Plein Air Festival

Master Artist Nancie King Mertz. Photo: www.nanciekingmertz.com By Taiyler Stanfield, STN Writer The Dexter community’s 12th annual Paint Dexter Plein Air Festival, August 12-17, 2024, promises to once again bring an enriching and joyous experience for local and visiting artists looking to compete with both friendly and professional competition. Winning 17 awards throughout the years, … Read more

April Read & Seed: A Fun Event for Seniors and Preschoolers

Photo courtesy of CSC Soon after spring’s arrival, Chelsea Senior Center’s Trinh Pifer Intergenerational Garden will be buzzing with the “Read and Seed” activity shared by seniors and Chelsea Community Preschool students. Read & Seed, April 2 and 3, kickstarts Chelsea Senior Center’s intergenerational programming for the garden season. Seniors who love interacting with young … Read more

Saline Mayor Sets Stage for Community Dialogue with Coffee Hour Event

Saline’s Mayor Brian Marl has set an interactive Coffee Hour on the morning of March 8th. This event is an opportunity for residents to gain insights into the city’s progress, discuss the Mayor’s January State of the City address, and delve into specific plans concerning infrastructure and business strategies aimed at bolstering local retention and … Read more

Saline Mayor Sets Stage for Community Dialogue with Coffee Hour Event

Saline Mayor Sets Stage for Community Dialogue with Coffee Hour Event

Saline’s Mayor Brian Marl has set an interactive Coffee Hour on the morning of March 8th. This event is an opportunity for residents to gain insights into the city’s progress, discuss the Mayor’s January State of the City address, and delve into specific plans concerning infrastructure and business strategies aimed at bolstering local retention and ...

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