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Discussions on deed restrictions and worker accommodations lead to approval for the 2025 Milan Community Fair. Photo: Milan Community Fair Facebook The Milan City Council delved into a hot-button topic during its November 19, 2024, work session: the Milan Community Fair contract. The two issues the council needed to clarify before approving the contract were ...
Revitalizing Milan’s downtown, Dave Snyder champions small businesses and historic preservation to create a thriving community hub. Photo: In addition to his other projects, Dave Snyder was the project lead for the Moving Milan Forward initiative of transforming Tolan Square into a vibrant outdoor community space designed to host events and attract visitors to downtown ...
Time Running Out for Michiganders to Oppose Gravel Mining Bills Photo: Rock and stone crushing machine at an open pit mining and processing plant for crushed stone, sand, and gravel. Credit – f9photos A new package of gravel mining bills introduced in the Michigan House has sparked urgent concern, with some calling on residents to ...
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 24-3914 Location: Brown Dr X Pielemeier Dr Date: November 15, 2024 Time: 10: 41 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol officers were dispatched to Brown Drive in the area of Pielemeier Drive for the report of a vehicle in the ditch. At the time of the report ...
The Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) has announced its 2024 Women’s Soccer Player Awards, with Dexter native Sarah Scaling earning Honorable Mention honors. Scaling, a sophomore at Purdue Northwest and standout player for the Pride, secured her first postseason recognition following an impressive season. Scaling played a pivotal role as a team captain, starting ...
Community News The Encore Musical Theatre Company is proud to announce A Thoroughly Friendly Day at The Encore, a special sensory-friendly performance of the Tony Award-winning musical Annie. Taking place on December 12th at 3:00 pm, this inclusive performance is crafted for attendees with sensory sensitivities, neurodivergent conditions, dementia, and other special needs. Tickets are ...
Photo: City Manager Colburn shared a photo of electrical work being done to get the electrical lines underground for the coming Main Street Park. Image: city video screenshot. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on November 12, 2024, City Manager Marty Colburn provided an in-depth report on several projects, initiatives, and opportunities shaping the city’s ...
Image: Image: CERC facilitator Sam Angus speaks to the Chelsea City Council at its November 12, 2024, meeting. Image: city video screenshot. At its November 12, 2024, meeting, the Chelsea City Council voted to dissolve the Community Center Task Force (CCTF) and establish a new nine-person steering committee named the Community Education Recreation Collaborative (CERC). ...
The outgoing council member did not seek re-election in the November 2024 General Election At its November 11, 2024, meeting, Dexter City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Councilmember Jamie Griffin for her dedication and service to the city. Veterans Day marked Griffin’s final meeting as a council member, concluding a term defined by her commitment ...
A groundbreaking metric reveals how our brains shift between states of awareness and unresponsiveness during sleep and anesthesia Ever wondered what happens in your brain when you drift off to sleep or go under anesthesia? A new University of Michigan study has just unlocked key secrets behind how our brains switch between consciousness and unconsciousness. ...
Charitable Group brings festive joy with unique shopping experiences for children and the community Material Girls of Chelsea is gearing up for their 16th annual Christmas Bazaar. Operating under the mission of Women Striving to Serve Others, Material Girls focuses on fellowship, support, and offering children a unique shopping experience. Dedicated to providing quality items ...
At the Dexter City Council meeting on November 11, 2024, council members continued an earlier discussion about the potential implementation of historical markers within the city, focusing on enhancing public knowledge of Dexter’s historical sites. This discussion builds upon a recent city resolution directing the Arts, Culture, and Heritage (ACH) Committee to research both state ...
Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline City of Ann Arbor W. Liberty Rd between Scio Ridge Rd and S. Maple Rd Road closure Oct. 14 – Nov. 15 County-wide Various Rds (paved and unpaved) Intermittent lane restrictions Nov. 1 – 30 Lyndon Beeman Rd between Waterloo Rd and Boyce Rd Intermittent lane restrictions Nov. 13 – 19 ...
From road repairs to new parks and tech upgrades, here’s how Dexter’s latest budget impacts the community. The Dexter City Council approved the city’s 2024-25 fiscal year budget at its November 11, 2024, meeting. The budget addresses key projects, challenges, and strategic priorities aimed at maintaining and enhancing the community’s infrastructure, services, and fiscal health. ...
Ziggi’s Coffee’s proposed Dexter location sparks discussions on development, with final site plan decision expected later this month Dexter’s City Council is currently reviewing a proposal for a Ziggi’s Coffee drive-thru on Dexter-Ann Arbor Road, in front of Dexter Crossing Plaza, with decisions on final approval pending. Ziggi’s Coffee, a Colorado-based coffee chain known for ...
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