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.
No doubt you’ve enjoyed the Dexter HS Dance Team routines at varsity football games, but the dancers’ stage extends far beyond what we witness under the Friday night lights. The Dexter High School Dance Team has secured a bid to compete in the 2025 Universal Dance Association (UDA) Nationals in Orlando, Florida. This achievement comes ...
From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-2319 Location: 100 block of Clardale Ct.Date: July 16, 2024 Time: 12:44 pmINFORMATION: While on routine patrol an officer was dispatched to the Chelsea Police Department for a walk-in fraud complaint. Upon arrival the officer made contact with the complainant who stated that he had recently discovered that he had ...
Michigan’s expanding forest products industry contributes more than $26 billion to the state’s economy Photo: Timber is loaded onto a trailer for transport. Michigan’s forest products industry is expanding, thanks to new investment from global companies such as Arauco, which opened a Grayling plant in 2019. Photo: State of Michigan Michigan’s forest products industry has hit ...
Police Chief confirms no pursuit involved in tragic June incident Image: Eastbound Old US-12 in Chelsea. Image: Google Streetview At the July 15, 2024, Chelsea City Council meeting, Police Chief Kevin Kazyak was asked if police pursuit was involved in a head-on collision that killed a 39-year-old Burton, MI, man a month earlier. On June ...
Calls for police service down 14% from last year In June 2024, Officers responded to 370 calls for police service in the City of Chelsea, down from 428 the previous year, a 14% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jun) are 2,086, down from 2,542 for the same period last year, an 18% decrease. Officers conducted ...
Washtenaw County Road Commission projects Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor Clark Rd between Hogback Rd and Huron River Dr Intermittent lane restrictions July 22 Ann Arbor Dixboro Rd between Geddes Rd and Plymouth Rd Intermittent lane restrictions July 22 – 23 Ann Arbor Gleaner Hall Rd between Warren Rd and Joy Rd Intermittent lane restrictions ...
Calls for police service up 4% over last year. In June 2024, Deputies responded to 173 calls for police service in Dexter Township, up from 166 the previous year, a 4% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jun) are 759, down from 874 for the same period last year, a 13% decrease. Officers conducted 81 traffic ...
Calls for police service up 16% over last year In June 2024, Officers responded to 220 calls for police service in Dexter Township, up from 190 the previous year, a 16% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jun) are 969, down from 1,002 for the same period last year, a 3% decrease. Officers conducted 133 traffic ...
Calls for police service down 7% from last year In June 2024, Deputies responded to 840 calls for service in Scio Township, down from 905 the previous year, a 7% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jun) are 4,720, down from 5,005 for the same period last year, a 6% decrease. Officers conducted 246 traffic stops, ...
The inquest verdict of murder did little to change public opinion of suicide. And then there was the matter of the pregnancy. Trigger Warning: This article discusses graphic violence and suicide, which some people might find disturbing. If you are experiencing a suicidal crisis or emotional distress, please call or text 988 for the Suicide ...
The mysterious death of William Benz Jr. left investigators confused and conflicted Photo: William Edward Benz’s final resting place was in the family plot in Forest Hill Cemetery, Ann Arbor. His epitaph is in German and from 1 Samuel 20:3, translated as “There is only one step between life and death.” 1 Sam. 20:3. Credit: ...
No change in the number of police calls from last year By Doug Marrin In June 2024, Deputies responded to 257 calls for police service in Lodi Township, even with the previous year’s 257 calls. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jun) are 1,429, up from 1,375 for the same period last year, a 4% increase. Officers ...
Calls for police service up 27% over last year. By Doug Marrin In June 2024, Deputies responded to 317 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, up from 250 the previous year, a 27% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Jun) are 1,640, up from 1,439, a 14% increase for the same period last ...
Here are a few of the many stops to find the ancient grain cultivated for its sweetness. Photo: The author’s grandson about to fill a bag at the stand on Luick Dr., one of the author’s many favorite spots for sweet corn. Photo by Doug Marrin. By Doug Marrin Aw, shucks! It’s sweet corn season! ...
From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-2304 Location: 14000 block of E Old US 12Date: July 14, 2024 Time: 9:58 pmINFORMATION: While on routine patrol an officer observed a vehicle traveling towards them at what appeared to be faster than the posted speed limit. The officer turned his vehicle around and was able to confirm the ...
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