Doug Marrin is the Managing Editor of The Sun Times News, overseeing editorial operations and working closely with writers on assignments, coverage planning, and story development. He writes extensively on local government, state government, and statewide issues, and also contributes in-depth reporting on local history. His work focuses on providing clear context and helping readers understand how public decisions and past events shape their community.
In January 2025, Deputies responded to 105 calls for police service in Dexter Township, down from 156 the previous year, a 33% decrease. Officers conducted 26 traffic stops, down from 52 last year. Five citations were issued. Notable events from the police call log include: The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office reported the following details to ...
Incident #: 25-608 Location: S Main X I-94 Date: February 21, 2025 Time: 8:54 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers responded to the area of S. Main and I-94 for the report of a possible domestic assault in progress. The Chelsea Police Department had been contacted by a third-party caller who stated that her ...
By Doug Marrin Dexter residents and visitors have just a few days left to enjoy the “What Do You Love About Dexter?” art exhibit in merchant windows in downtown Dexter. Sponsored by the Arts, Culture & Heritage Committee, the display features creative submissions—from photographs and paintings to poems and short stories—that capture the unique charm ...
The oldest known cookbook by an African American woman, first published in 1866, gets a new edition and free ebook release for Black History Month. In celebration of Black History Month, the University of Michigan Press has released a new edition of A Domestic Cook Book by Malinda Russell—the oldest known published cookbook by an ...
Celebrating 10 years of civil discourse, the Dexter Forum proves that community conversation still matters. Images: DexterForum.Com On the first and third Saturdays of each month, a group of Dexter residents gathers at the Dexter Wellness Center to discuss local issues, share insights, and engage in civil discourse. This gathering, known as the Dexter Forum, ...
After conquering Everest eight times, Tasi Sherpa found a new peak to climb—building a peaceful life and sharing his culinary heritage at Base Camp Restaurant in Ann Arbor. From the towering peaks of Everest to the bustling streets of Ann Arbor, Tasi Sherpa’s journey is a climb of a different kind—this time, toward a new ...
Washtenaw County Commissioner Jason Maciejewski, who represents District 1 in the western portion of the county, provided updates on two major projects: the broadband expansion initiative and the proposed Western Washtenaw Service Center. Broadband Expansion Progressing Ahead of Schedule Maciejewski reported that the county’s broadband expansion project is making rapid progress and is now expected ...
The medical specialty camp near Pinckney provides free, transformative experiences for children with serious health challenges North Star Reach, a medical specialty camp providing free, life-changing experiences for children with serious health challenges, has received a generous $600,000 matching grant from The Ted and Jane Von Voigtlander Foundation. Every dollar donated will be matched, doubling ...
In January 2025, Deputies responded to 163 calls for police service in Lodi Township, down from 299 the previous year, a 45% decrease. Officers conducted 40 traffic stops, down from 92 last year. Eight citations were issued. Notable events from the police call log include: On January 4th, a collaboration Deputy responded to the 8300 ...
By Doug Marrin In January 2025, Deputies responded to 100 calls for police service in Webster Township, down from 126 the previous year, a 21% decrease. Officers conducted 11 traffic stops, down from 26 last year, issuing six citations. Notable events from the police call log include: The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office reported the following ...
Scientists and wildlife experts are teaming up to track and study Michigan’s moose, aiming to uncover why their population growth has slowed in recent years. By Doug Marrin A new research project is set to explore why Michigan’s Upper Peninsula moose population has seen stagnated growth over the past decade. Led by the Michigan Department ...
By Doug Marrin In January 2025, Deputies responded to 194 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 271 the previous year, a 28% drop. Officers conducted 49 traffic stops, down from 132 last year. Thirty citations were issued. Notable events from the police call log included: The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office ...
From Joan Lansdell “Land suitable for farming! Tradesmen needed! Land at low prices!” Advertisements placed in Detroit and “back East” newspapers in the early 1800’s by Michigan territorial governor Lewis Cass caught the attention of farmers largely from New York and New England. And come they did! Settlers and their families travelled west to Michigan ...
Area wind ensemble to celebrate works of Black composers and conductors Community News This concert program features the works of five contemporary Black composers, brought to live by four Black conductors, who bring unique perspectives grounded in strong American musical traditions. The Ann Arbor Concert Band will be at the Michigan Theater at 2 pm ...
Community News SATURDAY, March 8, 2025 8:00am-3:30pm $4 Admission, FREE- children 10 & under Over 150 creative craft persons, showcasing their most recent and exceptional work, from throughout Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin will travel to this 27th annual show starting at 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturday at the SALINE MIDDLE SCHOOL, ...
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