May 14, 2026

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Call for Participation in a Community Mural in Saline’s Leather Bucket Alley

The Community is hereby invited to help paint Leather Bucket Alley. Cleaning & prep Sept. 2–3; Community painting Sept. 4–14, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. daily (weather-dependent) Saline Main Street invites neighbors, families, and friends to help transform Leather Bucket Alley into a vibrant ground mural celebrating our city. Cleaning and surface prep will take place September … Read more

City of Saline Repairs Well #5, Lifts Irrigation Pause

The City of Saline has announced that Well #5 at the Water Production Plant has been successfully repaired, allowing the city to lift its recent request for residents and businesses to pause irrigation and other non-essential water use. “With the help of the community, we were able to reduce water demand by 20%,” the city … Read more

Saline Area Chamber of Commerce Proudly Presents the 2025 People’s Choice Awards

Photo: Best Salon Winner – Cani-Nails with Kevin Vu and Family. Photo by Sue Kelch Saline Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC) 2025 People’s Choice Awards were presented on Wednesday, August 27, at the Saline Community Fair. Molly Luempert-Coy, President of the SACC, announced winners by saying, “It’s wonderful to be back at the Saline Community … Read more

Cleary’s Pub in Chelsea Temporarily Closes

Cleary’s Pub is currently closed due to unforeseen damage to its building, which may impact the safety of staff, tenants, and patrons. They are actively working on a resolution and will keep the community updated on their reopening plans. Pat Cleary and Meg Boomer extend their appreciation to their patrons and the community for their … Read more

Armed Robbery and Assault at Apartment Complex in Dexter

The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is seeking information about an armed robbery that took place on August 26 on Dan Hoey Road. According to the WCSO, deputies responded at 11:27 p.m. on the 26th to an apartment complex in the 7600 Block of Dan Hoey Road for an Armed Robbery. “Upon arrival deputies spoke … Read more

Katharine Dexter McCormick Pt 5: Champion of Women’s Equality and Legacy at Gordon Hall

Photo: Katharine speaking at the dedication of McCormick Hall at MIT, 1963. Courtesy MIT Museum Editor’s Note: Katharine Dexter McCormick, the granddaughter of Dexter’s founder, Samuel Dexter, was born on August 27, 1875, in Dexter in Gordon Hall. During her life, she made a significant impact on women’s equality in the areas of suffrage, birth … Read more

Foundation for Saline Area Schools Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees

The Foundation for Saline Area Schools will induct its 12th Hall of Fame class on Friday Oct. 10. This year, the Foundation is proud to honor the following seven individuals: Class of 2025 The Hall of Fame Celebration will begin with a formal induction ceremony in the Saline High School Auditorium, followed by a patio … Read more

Milan’s Downtown Growth Accelerates with New Restaurant, Furniture Shop, and Renovations

After years of investment to rebuild the downtown, Milan DDA director Jes Meingasner said the city’s downtown spaces are mostly full, something that was not the case six years ago. The last available building –containing 25 and 29 W. Main– was purchased by Jack Brown, who plans to renovate. “We’ve been over 80 percent of occupancy for at … Read more

Special Weather Statement Issued 6:11PM for Washtenaw County

A Special Weather Statement of moderate severity has been issued for Washtenaw, Wayne, and Monroe counties, effective from 6:11 PM to 7:00 PM EDT on August 28, 2025, due to strong thunderstorms capable of producing winds in excess of 30 mph, which may knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Residents in the … Read more

Special Weather Statement Issued 5:31PM for Washtenaw County

A Special Weather Statement has been issued with moderate severity for Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties, effective from 5:31 PM to 6:15 PM EDT on August 28, 2025, warning of a strong thunderstorm bringing winds in excess of 40 mph that could result in downed tree limbs and unsecured objects being blown around. At … Read more

From Code to Faith: How a Software Designer Became an Accidental Author

Photo: Software developer Alan Cherney is not interested in money or fame, he’s just trying to explain some deep truths to his kids. Photo by Doug Marrin When Alan Cherney set out to explain the mysteries of Catholic faith to his teenage son, he never expected to become an author. A software designer by trade, … Read more

AquaStar Shrimp Recall: Health Risk Alert

frozen cocktail shrimp in a container

Consumers’ health and safety are at risk due to a recent recall by AquaStar (USA) Corp, which involves their Cocktail Shrimp 6oz product. The shrimp, imported from Indonesia, may have been contaminated with cesium-137, a radioactive substance that poses a cancer risk after prolonged exposure. This issue affects approximately 26,460 packages sold exclusively at Walmart … Read more

Food Recalls

AquaStar Shrimp Recall: Health Risk Alert

AquaStar Shrimp Recall: Health Risk Alert

Consumers’ health and safety are at risk due to a recent recall by AquaStar (USA) Corp, which involves their Cocktail Shrimp 6oz product. The shrimp, imported from Indonesia, may have been contaminated with cesium-137, a radioactive substance that poses a cancer risk after prolonged exposure. This issue affects approximately 26,460 packages sold exclusively at Walmart ...

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