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.
As the new year unfolds, the Friends of the Chelsea District Library (FoCDL) gear up for their eagerly anticipated annual meeting scheduled for Saturday, January 27, from 10 am to 12 noon in the McKune Room of the Chelsea District Library. Attendees will be treated to a delightful breakfast as part of the event. Reflecting ...
From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-118 Location: 1000 block of S. Main St. Date: January 10, 2024 Time: 1:30 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 1000 block of S. Main Street for the report of a retail fraud complaint. Upon arrival, the responding officer made contact with the complainant and a ...
Photo by Alexander Jawfox on Unsplash At its January 8, 2024, meeting, the Chelsea City Council deliberated on a proposal to increase electricity rates during a recent public hearing and subsequent council meeting. The proposed increase, primarily driven by the need to maintain the city’s financial health and invest in infrastructure, marks the first potential ...
With the intensive cancer treatments behind her and no dark financial cloud hanging over her head, Jenni Davis feels like she can finally move forward again. Photo provided by Doug Marrin. Facing the dual challenges of a cancer diagnosis and mounting medical bills, Jenni Davis, a Dexter High School special education consultant and single mother, ...
Chef Ava Yau at Of Rice and Men. Photo by Betsy’s Photography. Ann Arbor gears up for a week-long celebration of taste and tradition with the much-anticipated return of Restaurant Week, running from January 21 to January 26, 2024. Coinciding with the kickoff of Ann Arbor’s bicentennial festivities, the event promises to showcase the area’s ...
You’ve heard of dialing 911 for emergencies. But what about 211? In a recent interview with the Sun Times News, Jerome Espy, Senior Director of Communications & Media Relations for the United Way of Southeastern Michigan, explained the critical role the 211 service provides and has provided for many people. In 2023, the service connected ...
Members of the Dexter High School Women’s Field Hockey Team listen as Mayor Keough reads the proclamation commending their state championship. Image: City of Dexter video screenshot. The Dexter High School Women’s Field Hockey Team was recognized by the City of Dexter for its powerful performance, culminating in a D2 state title this past fall. ...
The property being discussed as a possible site for Dexter’s Multigenerational Center. The Dexter Wellness Center is on the right with the undeveloped lot directly adjacent to Baker Road. Photo by Doug Marrin. At the December 27 Dexter City Council meeting, Dexter City Manager Justin Breyer and Mayor Shawn Keough provided updates on the progress ...
On a weekend showcasing young athletes’ resilience and determination, the Dexter High School Dance Team (DHSDT) made an impressive mark at the Universal Dance Association (UDA) regional Chicagoland Dance Challenge in Rosemont, IL. Competing against 11 formidable teams from Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, and Nebraska in the Medium Varsity category, DHSDT demonstrated that teamwork and dedication ...
One of Chelsea’s cherished landmarks, Chelsea Farmers Supply, embarked on an exciting new journey as it welcomes new proprietors, marking another shift in its storied history. Store ownership changed hands in December. The torch was passed from long-time owners HK Leonard and Greg Raye to Tobie Brown and Joe Schlenke, a husband-and-wife team from Grass ...
At the Dexter City Council meeting on December 27, Michelle Aniol, the Community Development Manager for Dexter, presented a report compiled by Land Use USA for the city’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA). Aniol submitted the summary of the 400-page study highlighting its key findings and projections. The study, led by Sharon Woods, Principal at Land ...
Dexter City Offices at 3515 Broad St. Photo by Doug Marrin. The Dexter City Council has decided where the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office substation will be located in the city. The Sheriff’s Deputies are currently housed in a small section of the fire station at 8140 Main St. The building is set to be torn ...
In its December 18, 2023 meeting, the Chelsea City Council approved a water systems capacity study presented by Corey Davis, the Water Superintendent. The study is a collaboration between Chelsea and Sylvan Township, exploring a possible joint venture to interconnect their water systems. The study will evaluate the impact of this interconnection on both current ...
Fresh off the year’s two biggest holidays, a group is already planning Dexter’s consummate festival – Dexter Daze – but they need your help. While it might seem strange to be concerned with an August festival before the Christmas tree is down, that’s how much time it takes for the Dexter Daze Planning Committee to ...
Jochen Faber, Managing Director for Liebherr Aerospace Saline, Inc., next to a commercial jet landing gear sent to the company for routine maintenance. Photo by Doug Marrin. In the heart of Saline’s commercial district, Jochen Faber, the Managing Director for Liebherr Aerospace, narrates a tale that is as much about personal perseverance as it is ...
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