By Britany Mobley, EMU Image courtesy of EMU As sexually transmitted infection (STI) rates climb nationwide, an Eastern Michigan University student is tackling the issue with KISS, a new mobile app that reduces stigma, improves communication, and promotes safer sex. Created by Max Morefield, a master’s student in EMU’s entrepreneurship program, the app lets users … Read more
Dexter Community Schools (DCS) are undergoing some changes at the administrative level, which will include finding a new high school principal in the coming months. In a message to students, families and staff on Sept. 9, DCS Superintendent Chris Timmis said with his upcoming retirement and the transition of Ryan Bruder to take over as … Read more
Photo: When life gave them lemons, the kids at Astor Daycare turned them into a donation for Chelsea’s new park. Pictured here is MSPA board member Joe Ziolkowski receiving the check from their earnings. Photo courtesy of MSPA Chelsea’s Main Street Park Alliance has announced exciting updates for the new city park currently under construction. … Read more
The fall season in Dexter will get a lively kickoff on Saturday, October 4, when the Dexter Lions Club hosts its annual Apple Daze Festival at Monument Park. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the event will feature entertainment and activities for all ages, while supporting the Lions’ community service projects. A Full Day … Read more
Milan residents should see new businesses constructed in Milan over the coming months, a financial boon to a city that leaders say relies too much on private taxpayers to fund city services. In addition, more than 50 homes are going into Uptown Village on the north end of town. Zippy Auto Wash At the top … Read more
The Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) is hosting upcoming information sessions to give voters the opportunity to learn more about the Career Technical Education (CTE) millage proposal on the November 4th ballot. Voters residing in the nine school districts served by the WISD will vote on a 1.0 mill, 10-year Career Technical Education proposal. The … Read more
The Chelsea football team shut down Jackson in the second half to help pull away for a 35-14 win over the Vikings in the SEC White opener Friday night. Jackson jumped on top with a long touchdown run, but on the ensuing kickoff Nick Schultz sprinted 90 yards for a TD to tie the game … Read more
Photos courtesy of Javier Romero The Saline-Skyline water polo team had a strong showing at the Grand Haven Invitational this weekend, coming home with a 3-1 record for the tournament. The Hornets came into the weekend ranked ninth in the MWPA state rankings and showed they deserved the top ten ranking. Saline-Skyline opened the weekend … Read more
Dexter Cider Mill (3685 Central St., Dexter) At 139 years, this is the longest continuously running cider mill in Michigan. Located on the scenic banks of the Huron River, the mill is famous for its 5-apple cider blend, donuts, and is quickly becoming known for its crisp, clear hard cider. Check their website for auxiliary … Read more
Grand Opening is Sept. 20 Photo: Tara and Hardik Joshi in front of Clay + Code. Photo by John Anderson By John Anderson A new arts space is coming to downtown Saline. Clay + Code will have a grand opening at 106 W. Michigan Avenue, September 20, noon until 8 PM, during Kinderplatz. “There will … Read more
The highest honor a coach can receive. Former Dexter High School Girls Swim & Dive Head Coach Cory Bergen is being inducted into the Michigan High School Coaches Association (MHSCA) Hall of Fame. Bergen had a coaching career that included his teams earning 1st in their division for 23 years in a row, 2 state championships, … Read more
Photo: Freshman Ava Grant-Wall. Photo by Luis Rivera The Dexter High School Women’s Swim and Dive Team turned in a strong showing on Thursday, September 4, in a competitive tri-meet against Chelsea and host Milan. The Dreadnaughts picked up multiple first-place finishes and posted several season-best times. Despite the strong effort, the Dreads fell to … Read more
The Dexter Area Historical Society will host Gordon Hall Days on September 12–13, offering a weekend of activities, history, and community events at Gordon Hall, 8311 Island Lake Road. The weekend begins Friday, September 12, with Dancing With the Stars at Gordon Hall, a benefit for the restoration of the historic home. Doors open at … Read more
The planned construction of a data center in Saline township has led to much citizen discussion at recent township meetings. The proposed data center would be built by Related Digital and would span 575 acres, which was purchased from local families. In order to address concerns and questions from local residents, the company will be … Read more
By Virginia Krueger Chelsea District Library (CDL) opened Working America on Sept. 5, 2025. In this photography exhibition, artist Sam Comen presents American immigrants and first-generation Americans at work in valuable, skilled trades as icons of the American experience. The subjects share stories of economic independence and struggle, belonging and exclusion, faith and fear, and … Read more
By Virginia Krueger Chelsea District Library (CDL) opened Working America on Sept. 5, 2025. In this photography exhibition, artist Sam Comen presents American immigrants and first-generation Americans at work in valuable, skilled trades as icons of the American experience. The subjects share stories of economic independence and struggle, belonging and exclusion, faith and fear, and ...
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