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 Chelsea community came together on Friday, August 23, 2024, to celebrate the grand reopening of TimberTown, a beloved playground that has been a cornerstone of the city since its original construction in 1996. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the culmination of the TimberTown Reimagined project, a community-driven effort that saw hundreds of volunteers and local ...
When the donuts call, we must go The Dexter Cider Mill opened today, Friday, August 23, autumn’s unofficial opening day. Sure, the calendar says the first day of fall isn’t yet for another month, but when the aroma of cider and cinnamon donuts tickles your nose, it’s hard not to hear the clack of colorful ...
New traffic control order aims to enhance safety and maintain local traffic flow Image: S Ann Arbor Street in Saline. Image Google Streetview, June 2024 At its August 19, 2024, meeting, the Saline City Council approved a new Traffic Control Order (TCO) to address truck traffic concerns on South Ann Arbor Street. This decision was ...
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 200 calls for police service in Dexter Township, up from 171 the previous year, a 17% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 1,169, down from 1,173 for the same period last year. Officers conducted 70 traffic stops, up from 48 last year. Forty-four citations were issued. Notable events ...
Washtenaw County Road Commission projects Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Augusta Township-wide Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 26 – Sept. 9 Bridgewater, Freedom Bemis Rd between Neal Rd and Eisman Rd Road closure Aug. 26 – 30 County-wide County Primary (Paved) Roads Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 1 – 31 Freedom Local and Primary Soft Surface Rds ...
The storm sewer project marks the beginning of construction for Chelsea’s much anticipated Main Street Park Image: Aerial view of demolition of existing structures. Image courtesy of MSPA At the Chelsea City Council meeting on August 19, 2024, the Council approved the bid award for the highly anticipated “Big Dig” project, which marks the beginning ...
How a prehistoric giant and Dexter’s mascot share a timeless spirit of invincibility. Image: Dall-E Editor’s note: While doing some background checking on an article about a visit to Dinosaur Gardens near Alpena in northern Michigan, I came across “Dreadnoughtus,” the largest land dinosaur, discovered in 2005. Its name means “fears nothing.” I was immediately ...
Photo: Orchard Street. Image: Google Streetview, June 2024. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on August 19, 2024, City Manager Marty Colburn discussed the city’s plan to implement a slurry seal treatment on several streets to extend their longevity. Colburn emphasized that while the slurry seal is not a permanent fix, it is a cost-effective ...
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 271 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 297 the previous year, a 9% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 1,911, up from 1,736 for the same period last year, a 10% increase. Officers conducted 145 traffic stops, up from 143 last year. Twenty-seven ...
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 161 calls for police service in Webster Township, down from 179 the previous year, a 10% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 920, down from 1,053 for the same period last year, a 13% drop. Officers conducted 59 traffic stops, down from 67 last year. Thirty-five citations were ...
The investigator turned author spoke to a standing room only crowd on the mysteries of UFOs. Photo: Author and UFOlogist Ray Szymanski signs books after his August 20, 2024, presentation at the Dexter District Library. Photo by Doug Marrin Ray Szymanski, a renowned UFO researcher and author, captivated a full house at the Dexter District ...
In July 2024, Deputies responded to 245 calls for police service in Lodi Township, up from 200 the previous year, a 23% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jul) are 1,674, up from 1,575 for the same period last year, a 6% increase. Officers conducted 105 traffic stops, up from 78 last year. Thirty-four citations were ...
Photo: Pictured above is a newly placed pavement markings on Dexter-Chelsea Rd between Dancer Rd and Parker Rd in Lima Township. Photo courtesy of Washtenaw Co Road Commission Community News The asphalt resurfacing project on Dexter-Chelsea Rd between Dancer Rd and Parker Rd in Lima Township is progressing well. During the week of August 19th, ...
Photo: A moose calf during a previous season at Isle Royale National Park. Photo: Sarah Hoy The latest report on the Isle Royale wolf and moose populations reveals a story of delicate balance and shifting dynamics, highlighting the critical interplay between these two species on the remote island. The 2023-2024 ecological study, conducted by researchers ...
Legacy Land Conservancy has organized two community Cleanup Days at the newly established Iron Creek Preserve in Manchester Township on August 22 and 24, 2024. Volunteers are invited to help prepare this pristine 79-acre property for its tentative public opening in spring 2025. Donated in 2024 by Sybil Kolon and Maan Abdulbaki, Iron Creek Preserve ...
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