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.
City of Dexter Seeks Skilled Finance Professional to Oversee $14 Million Budget and Ensure Smooth Transition Amid Leadership Change The City of Dexter has announced its search for a new Finance Director/Treasurer as current director, Marie Sherry, prepares for retirement in July 2025 after more than 20 years in the position. The Finance Director/Treasurer serves ...
Applications Open for Qualified Residents to Serve Until 2026 At its January 13, 2025, meeting, the Dexter City Council addressed the resignation of Council Member Zach Michels, who submitted his resignation via email on January 7. Michels’ departure leaves a vacancy on the council, which the city must fill in accordance with its charter. Per ...
In an email dated January 7, 2025, Dexter City Councilmember Zach Michels notified the city of his immediate resignation from the city council. Michels’ terse statement read, “I can no longer serve as a member of this city council. I resign with immediate effect.” Michels also stated he would continue as a Dexter Area Fire ...
New amendment empowers Dexter residents to opt out of door-to-door solicitations while strengthening enforcement. At its January 13, 2025, meeting, the Dexter City Council passed an amendment to the city’s peddlers, solicitors, and transient merchants ordinance. The change allows residents to opt out of door-to-door solicitations through a new “Solicitation Opt-Out Registry.” The amendment stems ...
Ann Johnston’s Fall Shows the Strength of a Caring Community On the chilly afternoon of January 2, 2025, a simple walk with a heartfelt purpose turned into an unexpected ordeal for Ann Johnston. Ann, who lives with her husband Bob on McKinley Street in Chelsea, had been on her way to deliver a small gift ...
Minimal Ice, Maximum Snow: A Look at the Science Behind the Great Lakes’ Winters Photo: MODIS satellite image of a lake effect snow event in the Great Lakes, caused by extensive evaporation as cold air moves over the relatively warm lakes. November 20, 2014. Credit: NOAA Great Lakes CoastWatch. Living in western Washtenaw County, we’re ...
Saline takes bold steps to enhance public safety, improve infrastructure, and foster community wellness with forward-thinking initiatives for 2025. Photo: Saline Mayor Brian Marl. Source: City website Saline Mayor Brian Marl delivered his 13th annual State of the City address, highlighting achievements, current initiatives, and future goals. Speaking to city leaders and residents, he emphasized ...
Discover how Penni Jones overcame personal challenges and built a thriving fitness community through HIIT training. Photo: Penni Jones, owner of HIIT Happy. Courtesy of Penni Jones. Penni Jones, owner of HIIT Happy in Dexter, has an inspiring story that motivates her clients to prioritize their health—both physical and mental. Her journey into fitness didn’t ...
Milan Acts Against Unsafe Apartment Conditions Photo: Milan Pines Apartment complex at 461 Greentree Ln., Milan. Photo: Google Streeetview. At the January 7, 2025, Milan City Council meeting, council members unanimously approved a resolution to take legal action against the Milan Pines apartment complex for repeated and unresolved code violations. The move follows years of ...
Learn how the ACE Club exceeded its goal of folding 1,000 paper cranes to inspire peace, inclusion, and community collaboration. Photos courtesy of Crystal Duan In a display of unity and creativity, the AAPI Cultures Exchange (ACE) Club at Dexter High School completed its ambitious Peace Crane Project. Over a span of three months, club ...
Thomas Lewis, Jeff Rohrer, and Tara Smalley Appointed to Economic Development, Compensation, and Human Rights Boards At its January 6, 2025, meeting, the Chelsea City Council approved several appointments to local boards and commissions. Mayor Jane Pacheco expressed gratitude for community members stepping up to fill these roles, emphasizing the importance of volunteer contributions to ...
City weighs costs and environmental impact of aging infrastructure The City of Saline is grappling with a critical decision of whether to rehabilitate the aging Saline River Dam or remove it altogether. A feasibility study is underway, and the community is engaged in discussions about the potential costs, environmental impacts, and future of the historic ...
Incident #: 24-4460 Location: 1000 block of S. Main Street Date: December 31, 2024 Time: 5:46 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of S. Main Street for the report of a retail fraud that had just occurred. Upon arrival, the officers met with the complainant, who stated that ...
Michigan’s Great Lakes: Restoring Treasures, Reviving Ecosystems, and Resisting Threats Photo: Stunning sunset with dramatic clouds over Michigan City East Pierhead Lighthouse, Washington Park Beach, Michigan City, Indiana. Credit: Focqus, LLC The “Great Lakes State” of Michigan without the Great Lakes would be, well, ` just … a state. Our inland seas headline our natural ...
The discovery revealed how ancient hunters used sophisticated techniques to pursue caribou on what was once dry land. A groundbreaking study led by the University of Michigan’s Museum of Anthropological Archaeology has unearthed a 9,000-year-old caribou hunting structure beneath Lake Huron. The 2014 findings illuminate the lives of early humans in the Great Lakes region, ...
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