May 03, 2026

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Doug Marrin

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.

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Weekly Road Work May 13-19

Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor, Pittsfield Clark Rd between WCC driveway and Golfside Rd Intermittent lane closures April 15 – June 1 Ann Arbor, Superior Dixboro Rd between Plymouth Rd and M-14 Intermittent lane restrictions May 9 – 14 Augusta Township-wide Intermittent lane closures May 6 – 16 (extended) Augusta Local & Primary Soft ...

Doug Marrin

Georgia-Pacific Announces Closure of Milan Corrugated Facility

Georgia-Pacific Announces Closure of Milan Corrugated Facility

Georgia-Pacific announced on May 6, 2024, to its employees at the Milan corrugated plant that the facility will permanently close by July 6. During the next 60 days, operations will continue at the plant before a safe and orderly shutdown begins. “We appreciate all the work our employees have done through the years to make ...

Doug Marrin

Helping Hands Day is a Dexter Delightful Day of Deeds

Helping Hands Day is a Dexter Delightful Day of Deeds

A group of groups recently collaborated in Dexter for some community cleanup. Members of Dexter High School’s National Honor Society, Robotics Club, SRSLY, Dexter Area Historical Society, and Dexter Rotary rolled up their sleeves for spring sprucing up around town. Bev Hill, Vice-President of the Dexter Area Historical Society, led the “Helping Hands Day initiative.” ...

Chelsea Police Report 5-7-24

Chelsea Police Report 5-7-24

Incident #: 24-1319 Location: 20000 W. Old US 12 Date: April 27, 2024 Time: 10:58 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers responded to the 20000 block of W. Old US 12 for the report of multiple travel trailers that had been in storage and had been found to have been broken into. Upon arrival, ...

Doug Marrin

Recent Study Shows Moose Are Declining on Michigan’s Isle Royale

Recent Study Shows Moose Are Declining on Michigan’s Isle Royale

A 2024 survey shows the wolves are holding steady, but the moose are declining on Isle Royale. Isle Royale is known for its moose and wolves. Michigan’s isolated National Park in northwest Lake Superior has been the location for the longest-running predator-prey study, which began in 1958. This research is one of the longest-running ecological ...

DTE’s Future Loop, Skills Park, and Cassidy Lake

DTE’s Future Loop, Skills Park, and Cassidy Lake

Jason Aric Jones, a key figure in the Michigan mountain biking community and a Potawatomi Mountain Biking Association board member, recently shared insights into the development and future plans of the DTE Energy Foundation Trail system. Jones illuminates the complexities and challenges faced by recreational trail planning and execution. The DTE Energy Foundation Trail, situated ...

Doug Marrin

Chelsea Police Dept Weekly Report, 4-30-24

Chelsea Police Dept Weekly Report, 4-30-24

From CPD Incident #: 24-1315, Location: 1300 Block of Armstrong Dr. Date: April 27, 2024, Time: 2:37 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Armstrong Drive for the report of a domestic assault that had reportedly occurred earlier in the evening. Upon arrival, the officers met with the complainant, who ...

Doug Marrin

Chelsea Farmers Market Opens May 1st

Chelsea Farmers Market Opens May 1st

Farmers Market season is just around the corner. The Chelsea Farmers Market is set to inaugurate its 2024 Outdoor Market Season on Wednesday, May 1st. The market, which runs from May through October, offers a variety of products ranging from fresh fruit and vegetables to artisan gifts and household items. The announcement highlights the change ...

Doug Marrin

“Fix the Dang Gravel Roads” Event Coming to Lyndon Twp

“Fix the Dang Gravel Roads” Event Coming to Lyndon Twp

Rev up some family fun with road talk at the Lyndon Township Hall. Yes. That’s correct. Talking about fixing our roads and family fun have been blended into one event, hopefully paving the way for smoother driving. The Lyndon Township Local Roads Advisory Committee, headed by local resident Chris Godwin, has organized a community event ...

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Report 4-23-24

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Report 4-23-24

From CPD Incident #: 24-1235, Location: 1000 block of S. Main Street, Date: April 18, 2024, Time: 1:21 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol an officer was dispatched to the 1000 block of S. Main Street for the report of an attempted check fraud that had happened approximately 30 minutes earlier. Upon arrival, the officer met ...

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