Milan’s new Varsity Football Coach wants to build a program that unites the school and town. His name is Cord Trott. He’s a Milan resident and business owner, at MI Customscapes, who brings with him over 15 years of coaching experience with stops in Saline, Tecumseh, Dundee and Sylvania Northview. His hiring was announced … Read more
The Chelsea School District (CSD) is looking to take on some big projects this year at North Creek Elementary School and some of the athletic fields with help from the 2019 bond and the sinking fund. The school board approved a package of bids at its January 12 meeting, totaling $7.5 million. The Sun Times … Read more
February at The Encore Musical Theatre Company is all about iconic music and unforgettable songwriting, with two tribute concerts celebrating legendary artists whose work continues to resonate across generations. Kicking off the month, A Tribute to Bob Segerruns February 5–8, honoring one of Michigan’s most beloved rock legends. Audiences can expect the raw heart and … Read more
A Cold Weather Advisory has been issued for southeast Michigan, including Bay, Huron, Saginaw, Tuscola, and surrounding areas, from 7 PM Monday to 10 AM Tuesday, with very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero that pose a risk of frostbite on exposed skin within 30 minutes. * WHAT…Very cold wind chills as … Read more
Navitas Organics has initiated a nationwide recall of select lots of its 8oz Organic Chia Seeds due to a potential Salmonella contamination, posing a risk of foodborne illness. This precautionary move comes after a recall by the chia seed supplier, highlighting the importance of ensuring consumer safety. The recall involves products distributed through major retailers … Read more
In a matchup at Station 300 in Saline on January 21, the Milan Big Reds took on the Pirates from Riverview. The Milan girls took a victory while the boys stumbled to a loss. The Milan Girls Varsity Bowling stunned Riverview, 27-3. The Lady Big Reds started out strong rolling a 168 in the first … Read more
Milan City announced it is withdrawing from contract negotiations with the Milan Seniors for Healthy Living Wednesday Jan. 21 at the nonprofit’s first board meeting of 2026, and requested the board dissolve and the senior center merge under the city parks and recreation department. The city and senior center have been without a contract for … Read more
The Milan Boys Swim and Dive Team fell to Erie Mason by a score of 118 to 64, in a home meet on January 22. Some standout performances included Caleb Furlong, who won diving, followed by Jonathon Ringbloom and Luke Keel in 2nd and 3rd. Dan Heikka, Milan’s Varsity Swimming and Diving Head Coach, said … Read more
After a strong start to the game, the Milan Girls Varsity Basketball Team fell to Grosse Ile Township High School in an away game on January 22. With the final score 57-22, the Lady Big Reds struggled in the second half of play, but Milan Coach Phil Freeman still had some positive takeaways from the … Read more
A group of Saline Area Schools’ staff, students and parents lent a helping hand on Martin Luther King Jr. Day when they made a visit to the Saline Area Social Service location. The group, which included three staff members, six parents, and six students, completed a variety of tasks that day which were assigned to … Read more
The Washtenaw County Road Commission’s (WCRC) 2026 plans include over a dozen projects in the county aimed toward making the local infrastructure safer and easier to navigate. One of these projects includes the pulverizing and paving of two sections of Werkner Rd. Currently, WCRC has announced the following plans for the project: Section 1: Sibley … Read more
On January 14, 2026, the Milan Area Schools Board of Education officially began a new chapter in its leadership by unanimously electing Tom Faro as Board President. Faro, who has served as a trustee since 2020, takes the helm from Andrew Cislo, who led the board for the past five years. A Strategic Leadership Transition … Read more
A group of elementary students is proving that you’re never too young to tackle complex engineering challenges. The Saline Heritage 4th and 5th-grade robotics teams recently delivered a powerhouse performance at the Michigan FIRST LEGO League (FLL) State Championships, showcasing a blend of technical skill and teamwork that has the entire community cheering. While many … Read more
SRSLY Dexter recently led Dexter High School freshmen in a lesson on toxic overachievement—a mental health topic that explores how tying self-worth to accomplishments can negatively impact well-being—as they prepared for final exams and began choosing classes for the next semester. SRSLY Dexter Director Chrissie Kremzier and Program Coordinator Ursula Anderson, along with SRSLY senior … Read more
The Milan community is marking a significant transition as two long-standing members of the Milan Area Fire Department (MAFD), Firefighters Shannon Jenkins and Ryan Kovacs, officially conclude their service. Together, they represent 26 years of emergency response, dedication, and community protection. Shannon Jenkins: Sixteen Years of Resilience and Inspiration For Firefighter Shannon Jenkins, her 16-year … Read more
The Milan community is marking a significant transition as two long-standing members of the Milan Area Fire Department (MAFD), Firefighters Shannon Jenkins and Ryan Kovacs, officially conclude their service. Together, they represent 26 years of emergency response, dedication, and community protection. Shannon Jenkins: Sixteen Years of Resilience and Inspiration For Firefighter Shannon Jenkins, her 16-year ...
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