Use 734-544-3050 or 988 for 24/7 mental health support The Washtenaw County Health Department’s (WCHD) Wish You Knew mental health campaign encourages community members to call the Washtenaw County Community Mental Health 24/7 Access Line at 734-544-3050, or call/text 988, if they are struggling with their mental health or are concerned about someone else. “With looming deadlines, … Read more
TheChelsea Education Foundation is closing the year on a high note, celebrating both the success of its 4th Annual Sip at Serendipity Book Drive and the impact of the multiple educational programs it funded throughout the district in 2025. Held on Nov. 12 at Serendipity Books, this year’s Sip at Serendipity brought together parents, educators, … Read more
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-4745 Location: 1200 block of S. Main Street Date: December 11, 2025 Time: 5:30 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 1200 block of S. Main Street for the report of a retail fraud. The complainant reported that the suspect, later identified as … Read more
Photos courtesy of Michael Bessom Photography Ballet Chelsea’s production of The Nutcracker entertained audiences December 12–14 at the Potter Center on the campus of Jackson College, bringing traditional holiday magic to the stage for audiences of all ages. Under the direction of Michelle Quenon, the classical ballet was presented with inspired choreography, stunning visuals, and … Read more
Saline City Council met Dec. 1 for a regular session that touched on the city’s financial health, rising water and sewer costs, long-term infrastructure planning, and a potential expansion of local transportation services. Two council members and the mayor were absent, but the remaining members moved through a full agenda that blended routine approvals with … Read more
A package of bills introduced in the Michigan House on Dec. 16, during the Legislature’s quieter holiday period, when new proposals are often filed but debate and hearings have yet to fire up, would exempt some property owners from paying certain school-related property taxes, based on whether they have dependents using Michigan’s public K–12 education … Read more
Saline City Council approved a contract with OHM Engineering for the continued resurfacing of Woodland Dr. and the replacement of a box culvert, which serves to divert water off of roads. This is part of a Saline’s capital improvement plan, which saw Woodland Dr. resurfaced from N. Maple to Industrial Dr. in addition to sections … Read more
Saline City Council voted to approve special land usage for Building D at 1271 Industrial Dr., previously an office space and warehousing annex for Bank Supplies, at the Dec. 15 meeting. The building will now be used as an indoor training facility for the Saline Area Soccer Association. “It’s not going to be open to … Read more
Scio Township is moving forward with purchasing a plot of land off of Zeeb Road that was originally planned to be a development for townhomes. Coming out of a court case involving the developer and township, Scio will now be preserving the five acres of land that had its previous plan denied. The township board … Read more
In the areas of government and board relations, community relations, staff relations, business and finance, and instructional leadership, Saline Area Schools Superintendent Rachel Kowalski gets an effective rating, which is the highest rating a Public Schools Superintendent in Michigan can receive in their annual evaluation. After coming onboard on July 1 for the retiring Stephen … Read more
From the Dexter Leader, December 23, 1869: What area readers were sold before medicine and safety were regulated Peruse an issue of newspapers in the late 1800s, and you quickly realize how different everyday life was, especially when it came to health and safety. The advertising columns read like a catalogue of hope, fear, and … Read more
When it comes to Curbside Collection and Single Hauler Service, there are some important dates coming up for Dexter Township residents. The deadline for service sign-up is coming up on Jan. 31. Before then there will be a number of meetings for Q&A and sign-up assistance. The first will be held at Dexter Townhall on … Read more
When it comes to Curbside Collection and Single Hauler Service, there are some important dates coming up for Dexter Township residents. The deadline for service sign-up is coming up on Jan. 31. Before then there will be a number of meetings for Q&A and sign-up assistance. The first will be held at Dexter Townhall on ...
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