May 02, 2026

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Karen Lambert

Karen Lambert is the primary reporter covering the City of Milan for The Sun Times News. Her work focuses on local government, community developments, and issues important to Milan residents, providing clear and accessible reporting on city matters.

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Karen Lambert

November will be Milan’s last odd-year city election

November will be Milan’s last odd-year city election

Following a spirited public hearing, Milan City Council determined in a 6-1 vote to change elections from odd to even years. As a result, all those who win Milan’s Nov. 3 elections will get an additional year added to their terms, as will currently elected officials in the city. According to City Attorney Steve Mann ...

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Team Milan Takes First Place in Philanthropy Playoffs; All Teams Take Home Awards

Team Milan Takes First Place in Philanthropy Playoffs; All Teams Take Home Awards

The first-ever Philanthropy Playoffs ended Oct. 2 with cheers, laughter, and high-fives inside Pin Seekers Monroe. More than 180 community members gathered for the giving challenge hosted by the Community Foundation of Monroe County (CFMC) that brought together local nonprofits, sponsors, and fans for a night of spirited competition and collective impact. That evening, the ...

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Contract Negotiations Take Center Stage at Milan Seniors for Healthy Living Town Hall

Contract Negotiations Take Center Stage at Milan Seniors for Healthy Living Town Hall

The Milan senior center is getting ready to “bury our hatchet,” said Executive Director MaryAnn Opal at the Oct. 1 townhall meeting with seniors. But, first Opal wanted a chance to share the proposed contract terms with those they will impact the most. Opal, who has spent her career working with aging populations, including as the current director of the Milan Seniors for Healthy Living and years ago as director of the center when it still operated under Milan City, said she saw four possible scenarios:

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Shawarma Twins brings Jordanian food to Milan

Shawarma Twins brings Jordanian food to Milan

Milan, Michigan, population 6,048, now has Jordanian food. True to the name, the restaurant really is owned by twins – two brothers Hashem Debian and Hisham Debian – and is managed by their longtime friend Rashed Alsmadi who grew up down the street from them in Jordan. “We bring our recipes from Jordan,” said Alsmadi.

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City Council Candidates Share Vision for Milan

City Council Candidates Share Vision for Milan

Milan City has five candidates for three open spots on the Milan City Council:  Marie Gress, Connie Harrison, Jesse Nie, Council Member Christian Thompson, and Mayor Pro-Tem Shannon Wayne. As part of our 2025 election coverage, The Sun Times News invited all City Council candidates to respond to the same set of questions. All candidates responded except Council Member Christian ...

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