In a special meeting by the township board on Wednesday afternoon, Saline Fire Department chief Jason Sperle led a discussion about the fire department’s transition to becoming a fire authority. “In all practical purposes, the department has been operating like an authority but has not able to take advantage of the benefits of being an … Read more
Dexter City Council received a positive year-end financial report at its Jan. 26 meeting, as the City’s independent auditor reported a clean audit and steady financial performance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Rana Emmons, a certified public accountant with PSLZ LLC, presented the annual audit to council and said the City received … Read more
It’s that time of year for Girl Scout Cookies! Have you ever wondered about their history and how they became a national favorite? Well, kick back and relax with your favorite box of Girl Scout Cookies and read on. 1917 The First Girl Scout Cookie Sale It all began over 100 years ago in 1917, … Read more
Chelsea City Council’s first regular meeting of the year reflected a community balancing everyday concerns with long-term planning, as residents spoke out about power outages, road construction, housing development, and election trust, while council members approved contracts tied to environmental monitoring, public safety compliance, and park improvements. The Jan. 12 meeting also included approval of … Read more
The Milan Big Reds Girls Varsity Basketball Team suffered a loss at home to New Boston Huron on January 26. With the final score 43-21, Milan worked hard and put forth a strong effort, but it wasn’t enough. Milan was again led in scoring by Emily Bladen with 14 points, which included two 3 pointers. … Read more
At an age when many are eyeing retirement, Andrew Noland was just getting started. After a 27-year career with the Michigan Department of Corrections, Noland decided to pursue a childhood dream he thought he had left behind. Today, he stands as the Milan Area Fire Department’s 2025 Firefighter of the Year, recognized for his relentless … Read more
Dexter Township is reminding residents that the deadline to sign up for curbside trash, recycling, and yard waste services through the Township’s new single hauler program with Waste Management (WM) is Jan. 31, 2026. Residents who enroll by this date will receive free delivery of waste and recycling carts. After January 31, cart delivery fees of … Read more
Despite temperatures around eight degrees, Charles Howard walked to the Campfire Grill on Dexter Avenue early Tuesday morning. Then he warmed up inside, waiting for breakfast. “It beats having to drive to the other end of town,” said the Milan resident of more than 60 years, who lives next door. He used to come to … Read more
The Milan Swim and Dive Team competed in the Monroe County Meet on January 24, in what was a competitive meet across the boards and lanes. The final team scores were: The Sun Times News connected with Dan Heikka, Milan’s Varsity Swimming and Diving Head Coach, to ask about the meet. “We had over 30 … Read more
A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for areas including St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe, effective from January 27, 1:25 PM to 3:30 PM. Expect westerly winds of 15-20 mph gusting to 30 mph, resulting in localized blowing snow and potential whiteout conditions, with snow accumulations around … Read more
Dexter Community Schools (DCS) Board of Education Trustee Brian Arnold is stepping down from his seat on the school board, leaving a vacancy that’s planned to be filled at the meeting on February 23. DCS sent out word on Jan. 26 that Arnold was resigning from his role. The Sun Times News asked Arnold why … Read more
The Dexter City Council met Monday, Jan. 12, for its regular meeting, addressing a telecommunications permit, infrastructure system failures, zoning updates, and several ongoing development issues before moving into closed session. Surf Internet Permit Approved After Public Hearing Council held a public hearing on a METRO Act permit application from Surf Internet, which plans to … Read more
Winter is a season of beauty, but for our local mail and delivery carriers, it can be a significant physical challenge. A local carrier recently reached out to the Sun Times News with a simple, heartfelt plea: “Can you do me a favor? If you can ask people to please help us out and clean … Read more
Dominic Dorset, a 2018 graduate of Saline High School and a 2022 graduate from UM’s School of Music, Theatre and Dance (SMTD), will realize his lifelong dream when he steps onto the stage of The Palace Theatre, in the heart of Broadway, on Tuesday, April 28th, the official opening night for the general public of … Read more
After twenty years of serving the community, The Garden Mill announces with profound sadness that it will be closing its doors permanently later this year. This decision follows much reflection, difficult conversations, and heartfelt consideration, and comes amid ongoing economic challenges that have made survival increasingly difficult for small, locally-owned retail businesses. Founded in 2005 … Read more
After twenty years of serving the community, The Garden Mill announces with profound sadness that it will be closing its doors permanently later this year. This decision follows much reflection, difficult conversations, and heartfelt consideration, and comes amid ongoing economic challenges that have made survival increasingly difficult for small, locally-owned retail businesses. Founded in 2005 ...
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