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.
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 16 (delayed start) Ann Arbor Dixboro Rd between Geddes Rd and Plymouth Rd Intermittent lane restrictions July 17 – 18 (delayed start) Ann Arbor Gleaner Hall Rd between Warren Rd and Joy ...
Photo: The National Cherry Festival in Traverse City is always great fun. Pictured here are the author’s grandsons with their cup of fresh cherries at the 2023 festival. Photo by Doug Marrin. From a single tree planted by a missionary in 1852 to producing 75% of the country’s tart cherries, here’s a look at how ...
Milan’s new outdoor event venue is ready to host year-round events downtown. By Doug Marrin Milan is set to unveil its newly remodeled Tolan Square, marking a significant milestone in community development. The outdoor event venue, spearheaded by local nonprofit Moving Milan Forward in collaboration with the City of Milan, will be officially dedicated on ...
Photo: The Alber family home on Pfaus Road in the mid-1800s. Courtesy of Nicolle Bossory. The Alber family expanded the orchard over the decades, planting a variety of apple trees, including traditional and heirloom varieties still grown today. The orchard gained renown for its cider production, employing a historic cider press that contributed to its ...
Quick response thwarts financial fraud Incident #: 24-2100 Location: 300 block of S. Main StreetDate: July 1, 2024 Time: 10:09 amINFORMATION: A complainant came into the Chelsea Police Department to report that she needed to file an identity theft/fraud complaint. The complainant stated that she had been informed by her financial institution that there had ...
In a twist that could rival any treasure hunt, Dexter, Michigan, has once again buried a piece of its present for future generations to discover. On the balmy evening of Friday, June 21, 2024, the Dexter Area Historical Society laid to rest a new time capsule, set to be unearthed in 2074 during the city’s ...
In May 2024, Officers responded to 363 calls for police service in the City of Chelsea, down from 427 the previous year, a 15% drop. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-May) are 1,716, down from 2,114 for the same period last here, a 19% decrease. Officers conducted 89 traffic stops, down from 114 last year. Thirty-two ...
In May 2024, Deputies responded to 834 calls for police service in Scio Township, up from 826 the previous year, a 1% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-May) are 3,880, down from 4,100 for the same period last year, a 5% decrease. Officers conducted 310 traffic stops, down from 313 last year. Sixty-three citations were ...
In May 2024, Deputies responded to 223 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 262 the previous year, a 15% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-May) are 1,323, up from 1,189 for the same period last year, an 11% increase. Officers conducted 88 traffic stops, down from 112 last year. One ...
In May 2024, Deputies responded to 272 calls for police service in Lodi Township, up from 228 the previous year, a 19% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-May) are 1,172, up from 1,118 for the same period last year, a 5% increase. Officers conducted 133 traffic stops, up from 101 last year. Forty-one citations were ...
In May 2024, Deputies responded to 153 calls for police service in Dexter Township, up from 147 the previous year, a 4% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-May) are 749, down from 812 last year, an 8% decrease. Officers conducted 66 traffic stops, up from 55 last year. Ten citations were issued. Notable events from ...
Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor, Superior Dixboro Rd between Plymouth Rd and M-14 Road closure June 17 – July 1 Augusta Intersection of Whittaker Rd & Willis Rd Road closure June 3 – Aug. 19 Bridgewater Local and Primary Soft Surface Roads Intermittent lane restrictions June 14 – July 3 Bridgewater, Freedom Schneider Rd between ...
From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-1897 Location: 900 block of S. Main Street Date: June 14, 2024 Time: 9:14 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers responded to the 900 block of S. Main Street to take a report for a Retail Fraud that was believed to have occurred in May but had just recently ...
As the city of Dexter gears up for its Bicentennial celebration next week, a local resident has taken an unconventional approach to contributing to the festivities. Rob Marshke, a videographer interested in new technology, has composed an AI-generated theme song for the event. “With my video background, I’m always following new tech like this,” Marshke ...
On July 13th, the Historic Webster Village will transport visitors two centuries into the past for a special Pioneer Day event celebrating the Dexter Bicentennial. Webster has an intimate connection to the area’s pioneering history and founder, Samuel Dexter, which makes this celebration particularly meaningful. “Step back into an earlier, simpler time with us as ...
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