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Special Weather Statement Issued 6:36AM for Washtenaw County

Special Weather Statement Issued 6:36AM for Washtenaw County

A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe counties, effective from November 9, 2025, at 6:36 AM until 8:30 AM. Expect periods of light to moderate snow this morning, leading to minor accumulations on grassy and elevated surfaces; prepare for slick spots and reduced visibility down to ...

Mike Williamson

Chelsea Girls Swim and Dive Claims Fifth Straight SEC White Title

Chelsea Girls Swim and Dive Claims Fifth Straight SEC White Title

The Chelsea girls’ swim and dive team continued its dominance in the Southeastern Conference White Division, capturing its fifth consecutive league championship Saturday at the SEC White Finals hosted by Jackson High School. The Bulldogs put together a strong all-around team performance, taking first place in seven of the 12 events, along with three second ...

Mike Williamson

Saline Girls’ Swim and Dive Second at SEC Red Finals

Saline Girls’ Swim and Dive Second at SEC Red Finals

The Saline girls’ swim and dive team finished runner-up at the SEC Red Championships, placing behind powerhouse and top-ranked Ann Arbor Pioneer, which claimed another league crown. The Hornets delivered a balanced performance highlighted by individual wins, personal bests, and depth across events. Saline’s 200 medley relay team of Maria Baldwin, Hazel Devaney, Hannah King ...

Mike Williamson

Defending State Champs End Chelsea Football Season

Defending State Champs End Chelsea Football Season

The Chelsea football team gave it all they could, but it was not enough as defending D4 state champion Goodrich ended the Bulldogs season 27-7 Friday night. The Bulldogs battled all night, but the Martian defense shut down the Chelsea offense in a game that was not decided until the fourth quarter. Chelsea took the ...

Mike Williamson

Saline Hockey Opens Season with Back-to-Back Wins

Saline Hockey Opens Season with Back-to-Back Wins

The Saline Hornets opened their 2025-26 hockey season with an explosive start, earning back-to-back victories to begin the year 2–0. Saline opened the season Friday November 7, with a 7–4 win over Hudsonville. The Hornets spread the scoring around with goals from Bryce Sattler, Brian Meier, Wyatt Church, Brayden Ash (twice), Jack Boyle, and Toni ...

Mike Williamson

Dexter Volleyball Falls to Skyline in District Finals

Dexter Volleyball Falls to Skyline in District Finals

Dexter’s remarkable volleyball season ended Wednesday night in the Division 1 district finals as the Dreadnaughts fell to Ann Arbor Skyline in four sets (19-25, 25-18, 19-25, 10-25). The loss capped a stellar 39-8-2 campaign. Three of Dexter’s eight losses this season came against Skyline, one of the state’s top-ranked programs. The Dreadnaughts reached the ...

Mike Williamson

Saline Rolls to District Title with 57–17 Win Over Woodhaven

Saline Rolls to District Title with 57–17 Win Over Woodhaven

For the first time in five years, the Saline Hornets are district champions. Behind another dominant performance from quarterback Tommy Carr and a relentless offense that scored early and often, the Hornets cruised past Woodhaven 57–17 Friday night to capture the Division 1 district crown. Saline took control from the opening kickoff, racing out to ...

Tractor Accident in Lima Township Injures Child

Tractor Accident in Lima Township Injures Child

A child was seriously injured after reportedly being hit by a tractor on the afternoon of November 6. Huron Valley Ambulance (HVA) responded to the scene at 2:38 p.m. to a reported “child struck by a tractor on Gross Road, west of Parker,” HVA spokesman Marc Breckenridge said. “We transported one patient to Mott Children’s ...

Lonnie Huhman

What’s Next: Washtenaw County Voters Approve Career Technical Education millage

What’s Next: Washtenaw County Voters Approve Career Technical Education millage

The approval of the countywide Career Technical Education (CTE) millage will eliminate barriers and expand access to purposeful, hands-on, applied and experiential learning in every school district across Washtenaw County, Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) Superintendent Naomi Norman said after voters passed the millage on November 4. “This millage will eliminate barriers and expand access ...

Ashley Hiser

Chelsea’s Free Little Libraries Add Food for Neighbors in Need

Chelsea’s Free Little Libraries Add Food for Neighbors in Need

Photo: Little Library Food Pantry. Photo by Julie Perales A heartwarming effort is underway in Chelsea, Michigan, as several neighborhood Free Little Libraries are expanding their mission from sharing books to sharing food and essential items. Local residents have teamed up with Little Library owners across the community to stock them with nonperishable food and ...

Food Recalls

FDA Recall: Africa Imports Organic Moringa Powder

FDA Recall: Africa Imports Organic Moringa Powder

In a significant move for consumer safety, Africa Imports has issued a nationwide recall of its Organic Moringa Leaf Powder, citing potential Salmonella contamination. This recall is crucial as Salmonella can cause serious infections, especially dangerous for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. The affected product, sold in 1-kilogram boxes labeled ...

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