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.
The proposed school cellphone legislation is not a ban. What’s next? Michigan lawmakers are moving forward with a pair of bills aimed at reducing classroom distractions, not confiscating student phones. While often described as a “cellphone ban,” the legislation does something far narrower by requiring schools to limit student cellphone use during instructional time. It’s ...
Police activity in the City of Dexter declined significantly in December 2025, even as traffic crashes and certain serious incidents increased, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office monthly Police Service Data Report. Deputies responded to 148 calls for service during the month, contributing to a 26.9% year-to-date decrease compared to 2024. Through December, Dexter ...
December was a busy month for deputies assigned to Scio Township, with the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office responding to 717 calls for service as the year drew to a close. While serious violent crime remained limited, the monthly report shows a familiar mix of alarms, traffic crashes, property crimes, and community assistance calls that kept ...
Police activity in Webster Township declined in December 2025, continuing a year-over-year downward trend in calls for service, traffic enforcement, and several crime categories, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office December Police Service Data Report Deputies responded to 86 calls for service during the month, contributing to a 14.3% year-to-date decrease compared to 2024. ...
The following report was released by the Chelsea Police Department regarding a Tuesday morning incident in downtown Chelsea in which a vehicle became stuck on railroad tracks near North Main and Jackson streets. INFORMATION: On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 7:44 am, the Chelsea Police Department received reports of a vehicle that had driven onto ...
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 26-208 Location: 1200 block of S. Main Street Date: January 17, 2026 Time: 2:10 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to meet with a complainant regarding a malicious destruction of property complaint. The complainant stated that over the last six months, the complainant’s ...
Every Michigan license plate begins its life in a correctional facility in Lenawee County. Recently, production began on a new commemorative plate tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary. Every license plate issued in Michigan is manufactured at Gus Harrison Correctional Facility in Adrian. The facility houses the state’s only license plate factory, where incarcerated workers ...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, observed this year on January 19, invites us to reflect on the enduring legacy of Dr. King’s words and actions. In his speeches, writings, and leadership, King championed justice, love, and service—values captured in five of his most powerful quotes that continue to challenge and inspire us today. Photo: Martin ...
What started as a moment of teenage frustration has grown into a four-year lesson in entrepreneurship, generosity, and community pride. Chelsea High School seniors Bradley Dunn and Christian Gough launched Coolers for a Cause during their freshman year after noticing something simple. On Teacher Appreciation Day, teachers were treated to a food truck. Students, watching ...
Stand on a Lake Michigan beach on a calm summer morning and it’s easy to believe the water has always looked this way — clear, blue, and endless. But it hasn’t. Much of what Michiganders now take for granted is the result of decades of cleanup, regulation, and persistence, a story reflected throughout the state’s ...
Dexter City Council wrapped up its final meeting of the year on Dec. 22 with a mix of visible progress, behind-the-scenes negotiations, and routine approvals that together signal where the city is headed in early 2026. From updates on the nearly finished fire station to land agreements and budget adjustments, the evening offered a snapshot ...
The Exhibitor Application is now open for the annual Chelsea EXPO. Businesses, nonprofit organizations, crafters, and artisans interested in showcasing their work or services are invited to apply for exhibitor space. The event offers an opportunity to connect with the community, share information, and highlight local products and initiatives. Applications and additional details are available ...
Dexter Township is reminding residents that the deadline to sign up for curbside trash, recycling, and yard waste services through the Township’s new single hauler program with Waste Management (WM) is January 31, 2026. Residents who enroll by this date will receive free delivery of waste and recycling carts. After January 31, cart delivery fees ...
By Doug Marrin In one midday meeting before the holidays, Scio Township trustees tackled the two issues of how much taxpayers should pay toward a supervisor’s criminal defense and whether to keep a trash hauler residents say isn’t delivering. At the Dec. 23, 2025, meeting, the board approved a final settlement framework for attorney fees ...
When Saline City Council met on January 5, it was a meeting that quietly showed how much of local government happens out of the spotlight. Alongside routine approvals and the swearing-in of council members, the evening focused on the renewal of a major police technology contract and the annual web of appointments that keep dozens ...
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