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Heather Finch

What’s the Buzz about Saline FTC Robotics?

What’s the Buzz about Saline FTC Robotics?

Photos by Heather Finch Tuesday, November 11, 2025, saw Saline’s first-ever First Technical Challenge (FTC) League Event take place in Saline High School’s new STEAM center, which opened this fall. Nine teams from the South Central Michigan League were in attendance, including all four Saline Middle School teams. The four teams representing Saline were: 10644 ...

STN Staff

Rockin’ for the Hungry Hopes to Provide 1.5 Million Meals

Rockin’ for the Hungry Hopes to Provide 1.5 Million Meals

Food Gatherers, ann arbor’s 107one and Kroger will once again join forces during the holiday season to help alleviate hunger in Washtenaw County. This year, due to rising need, Food Gatherers’ goal has increased from 1 to 1.5 million meals. Launching on Giving Tuesday, the annual Rockin’ for the Hungry fundraiser returns for its 36th ...

STN Staff

Dewey School Hosts Historical “Christmas on The Farm”

Dewey School Hosts Historical “Christmas on The Farm”

Waterloo Farm Museum and Dewey School will host a historical, holiday-themed tour on Dec. 6-7 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at 13493 Waterloo Munith Rd., Grass Lake. The re-creation of traditions will include tours of the farmhouse, the authentic log house, and eight outbuildings. Hand-decorated greens, home-made baked goods, and gift items will be ...

Lonnie Huhman

Update on Milan Area Schools’ Sinking Fund

Update on Milan Area Schools’ Sinking Fund

It’s been just over a year since voters in Milan Area Schools (MAS) approved the Sinking Fund Millage. The funds have started to come in with the district already using some to address urgent needs while also thinking about using more and planning for some big projects ahead. With the Sinking Fund in mind, MAS ...

JD’s Stage Bistro Spring 2026 on Main Street, Chelsea

JD’s Stage Bistro Spring 2026 on Main Street, Chelsea

Photo: Artistic rendering of the “Newsroom,” one of two event spaces within JD’s. Courtesy JD’s Bistro JD’s Stage Bistro is under construction at 117-1/2 South Main Street, a long-awaited project for the Tannin Property Group, which had been envisioned for 20 years. Tannin Property Group, a small business that has been part of the Chelsea ...

STN Staff

Chelsea Takes First Steps Toward Becoming a Dementia Friendly Town

Chelsea Takes First Steps Toward Becoming a Dementia Friendly Town

Nearly seven million Americans are living with some form of dementia, including more than 200,000 people in Michigan. While up to 70% of those individuals remain in their own homes, they often face challenges performing everyday tasks in the community, from shopping and banking to navigating unfamiliar spaces. The Rotary Club of Chelsea has launched ...

Classic Looney Tunes Hit the Big Screen Again

Classic Looney Tunes Hit the Big Screen Again

The Looney Tunes will return to the big screen of the Michigan Theater on November 30. Starting at 11:00 a.m., some of the all-time giants in all of animation will go through some of their timeless classics for older generations who remember them on screen, and for younger generations to enjoy. “We get parents and ...

MPSC Schedules ‘Public Hearing’ On DTE’s Contracts for Saline Township Data Center

MPSC Schedules ‘Public Hearing’ On DTE’s Contracts for Saline Township Data Center

Michigan AG Dana Nessel argues the hearing “would amount to little more than performative listening rather than thorough public scrutiny,” unless the MPSC grants her request for a contested proceeding. MPSC Schedules Public HearingOn November 18th, 2025, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) announced it scheduled a public hearing on DTE’s ex parte request for ...

Lonnie Huhman

‘Tis the Season for the Dexter Lions Christmas Trees Sale

‘Tis the Season for the Dexter Lions Christmas Trees Sale

The Dexter Lions Club and Christmas Trees are a decades-long tradition in the community. This year’s tree sale begins the day after Thanksgiving on November 28. The tree lot next to Creekside Intermediate School at 2615 Baker Road opens that day with around 1,150 trees freshly cut and shipped from Up North. A variety of ...

STN Staff

Students Invited to Explore STEM at WCC During February Break

Students Invited to Explore STEM at WCC During February Break

Four Mini Mid-Winter Camps taught by WCC instructors will be offered for students ages 7-17. One- and two-day camps will be Feb. 13-14. Families living in the 48197 and 48198 Ypsilanti zip codes are invited to apply for scholarships to attend camps. Visit the camp webpage to register for camps and to apply for scholarships. MINI MID-WINTER CAMPS

STN Staff

Chelsea State Bank Wins Top Workplace 3rd Consecutive Year

Chelsea State Bank Wins Top Workplace 3rd Consecutive Year

Chelsea State Bank has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press for the third consecutive year. “We strive for an employee-centric workplace, and receiving this award for the third consecutive year demonstrates we are intentionally building a welcoming and award-winning culture at Chelsea State Bank,” said Joanne Rau, President and CEO. ...

Weather Alerts

Special Weather Statement Issued 7:51AM for Washtenaw County

Special Weather Statement Issued 7:51AM for Washtenaw County

A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe counties in Southeast Michigan, effective from 7:51 AM to 10:00 AM EST on November 18, 2025. Expect light precipitation with the potential for snow and sleet transitioning to rain, which may cause slippery conditions on bridges and ...

Doug Marrin

CPD Weekly Report, Nov 9-15, 2025

CPD Weekly Report, Nov 9-15, 2025

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-4264 Location: M-52 X I-94 Date: November 10, 2025 Time: 8:07 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer responded to the area of M-52 and I-94 for the report of an attempted larceny of a catalytic converter. The complainant stated that she had parked the vehicle ...

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