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.
By Melissa Marcum From a 2016 Chelsea High School Grad to a 2022 Harvard University Graduate, Derek Schaedig has lived a not-so-average life in between. Think about it, usually after graduation young adults tend to go to college, trade school, or start working in the ¨real world.” Not Schaedig. He paved his way through Jr. ...
But the fight isn’t over Photo: Sharon Township Hall. Credit: David Burdette, Wikipedia TL;DR (too long, didn’t read) In a recent legal dispute, Michigan Materials and Aggregates Company, operating as Stoneco of Michigan, appealed against Sharon Township’s denial of a special land use permit for a proposed sand and gravel extraction operation. The case centered ...
Photo: Saline City Council discusses proposed charter amendment on council term limits and compensation at its August 5, 2024, meeting. Photo: city video screenshot. During the Saline City Council meeting on August 5, 2024, significant changes were discussed regarding the structure and compensation of the city’s elected officials. The council deliberated on Resolution 2024-151, which ...
Photo: Google Streetview At a recent meeting on August 5, 2024, the Saline City Council unanimously approved the annexation of 7911 E. Michigan Avenue, currently home to Gerry’s Tire and Alignment. The annexation process was initiated by the property owner, Carey Freeman, who submitted a formal request to the City of Saline on July 29, ...
The Saline City Council has officially renewed the employment contract of Police Chief Marlene Radzik, extending her tenure through June 30, 2025. The decision was reached during the council meeting on August 5, 2024. The council members deliberated on various aspects of the contract before reaching a consensus. The new contract maintains many of the ...
Washtenaw County Road Commission projects Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor Local Soft Surface Rds Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 12 – 22 Augusta Whittaker Rd between Bemis Rd and Willis Rd Intermittent lane restrictions Aug. 12 -14 Augusta Intersection of Whittaker Rd and Willis Rd Road closure June 3 – Aug. 19 Augusta Macey Rd between ...
A visit to Michigan’s Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park Photo: Ebmodaakowet, known as the Bone Man, depicted shooting an arrow of knowledge into future generations. Photo by Doug Marrin. In the heart of Michigan’s thumb lies a unique historical treasure, the Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park. “Ezhibiigaadek asin” (aysah-gabah-ahdek ah-sin): knowledge written in stone announces ...
Community News Photo: Ruby-throated hummingbirds (Archilochus colubris) feeding in Saline, summer 2024. Image credits: Jill Estrada and Aaron Liepman. The Saline Hummingbird Welcoming Crew (SHWC) is a local group that aims to encourage hummingbirds to visit and spend summers in Saline by setting up feeding stations around town. This summer, SHWC has set up two ...
In a move to boost local fishing opportunities, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) stocked thousands of fish in the Dexter area. In May, 4,150 brown trout were introduced into Mill Creek at Shields Road near Dexter. Following this, in June, the DNR stocked Big Portage Lake with 39,497 walleyes. These efforts are part ...
Ben Miles, President of Chelsea Hospital, recently appeared on the Hillsdale Hospital podcast “Rural Health Rising.” Hosted by JJ Hodshire and Rachel Lott, the podcast delved into Ben’s journey, his motivations, and Chelsea Hospital’s unique aspects. Background and Motivation Ben Miles began by sharing his background and his strong ties to Michigan. “I have the ...
From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-2534 Location: 200 block of W. Middle StreetDate: August 1, 2024 Time: 2:43 amINFORMATION: While on routine patrol officers were dispatched to the 200 block of W. Middle Street for a report of an assault complaint. Upon arrival the officers were met by the complainant and the reported suspect, identified ...
As summer blooms in Saline, the city’s Parks Commission is gearing up for its annual Green Thumb Award, now in its landmark 30th year. The program, which recognizes outstanding landscaping efforts within the community, is accepting nominations until August 15, 2024. The Green Thumb Award has long been a source of pride for Saline residents, ...
Community News Each year, the Arts & Culture Committee promotes local artists through the Art Around Saline program by reproducing their artwork for public display. The Art Around Saline public art initiative is pleased to announce the six talented artists whose work has been selected for Art Around Saline 2024: The committee offers its warm ...
STN Staff The Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA) has announced a remarkable achievement in waste reduction at this year’s Chelsea Sounds and Sights festival. In collaboration with the Chelsea Zero Waste Coalition, the event successfully diverted 413.08 pounds of waste from landfills, achieving an impressive 90% diversion rate. The effort, spearheaded by the Chelsea Zero ...
The Dexter Summer Festival is almost here, and oh how the summer celebration has grown since its humble beginnings. The Dexter Summer Festival, formerly Dexter Daze, returns on August 9 & 10, but its roots stretch far back almost as long as there has been a Dexter, MI. In the decades before 1972, Dexter’s summer ...
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