Lonnie Huhman is a versatile journalist with a long career in local news. At The Sun Times News, he covers area schools, surrounding townships, and local sports, while also writing profile pieces and reporting on new businesses. His wide-ranging experience allows him to move comfortably between hard news, community features, and in-depth human-interest stories.
For Chelsea student-athlete Lilly McCalla, signing with Ohio Dominican University was a moment of connecting the past with the future. From growing up, practicing and playing on the softball field and getting some important help along the way, to now thinking about what’s next at the college level. The Sun Times News connected with McCalla ...
Always a great resource for all ages looking for a fun educational or recreational opportunity, Chelsea Community Education’s Winter Brochure is out now. Some classes have been added for those with an artistic side. Sarah Bentley, Director of Early Childhood and Community Learning, said they have expanded art offerings for adults with the addition of a ...
Scio Township wants to study the possibility of putting in some pedestrian safety improvements at the Dexter-Ann Arbor Road and North Wagner Road intersection. To get this started, the township board has moved forward with a $25,000 contract with OHM Advisors. The contract was approved at the board’s last meeting in November. This is for ...
A development plan is coming back to the Scio Township Planning Commission and Board of Trustees with the developer seeking a conditional rezoning of some land that was planned to be a 95- residential-unit, 55 plus age community. Called the Piper Ridge Conditional Rezoning project, the plan went before the township planning commission on Nov. ...
Athletics and academics went hand in hand when Dexter student-athlete Clara Lamb made the decision to sign to attend and compete for Case Western Reserve University. As a talented softball player and student at Dexter High School, Lamb said she’s looking forward to this next step in her life. The Sun Times News caught up ...
From the Dexter Touchdown Club: The Dexter Touchdown Club Needs Your Help!As many of you know, our Dexter Varsity Football Team is heading to FORD FIELD on Friday, November 28th for the State Championship! Kickoff is at 7:00 PM, and we couldn’t be more proud of our players, coaches, and community.To give our boys the ...
Surrounded by friends and family, Chelsea student-athlete Kaydee Absher said it was an absolute blessing to finally reach the moment of signing with the University of Toledo, where she will play on the softball team and pursue her academic studies next year. Following up the big moment for her, the Sun Times News caught up ...
The Dexter Area Fire Department responded to a fatal crash on the morning of November 25, after getting a call about a vehicle on its side and on fire. After hearing reports of the road being closed due to an accident, the Sun Times News was told by Dexter Area Fire Chief Doug Armstrong about ...
The Dexter Area Fire Department (DAFD) battled a barn fire that brought out some help from neighboring departments. Dexter Area Fire Chief Doug Armstrong told the Sun Times News the DAFD, “responded to a pole barn fire in Webster Township yesterday (Nov.23, 2025) around 4:30 p.m. after residents noticed smoke and flames inside the structure.” ...
In an effort to lower costs, reduce wear and tear on roads and with the intention to bring about a more effective service, Dexter Township has decided to become a single hauler community. The township board voted at their Nov. 18 meeting, to authorize the Township Supervisor to sign a contract with Waste Management to become ...
It’s been at least five years since the Dexter Lions Club have done what was always a fun project in November. The Lions are bringing back their Stuff the Seniors project, which they haven’t done since COVID in 2020. The club will again be doing their annual free Thanksgiving dinner for all Dexter area seniors. ...
Setting the standard and helping each player flourish, Dexter Varsity Volleyball Coach Erin Penn was named the SEC Red Volleyball Coach of the Year for good reason. Mike Bavineau, Dexter’s Director of Athletics, said Coach Penn “is a tremendous asset to our athletic department and is well deserving of the award.” The SEC Red Division is made ...
It sounds like someone made off with some copper pipe from the under construction fire station in downtown Dexter. The incident was reported to police early on the morning of Nov. 21. The new station is currently being built and is located at the same spot as the old station #1, at 8140 Main Street. ...
Dexter student-athlete Claire Dubuque has a sense of pride and excitement after signing with Central Michigan University. As a standout field hockey player on some talented Dexter teams, Dubuque is looking forward to the next level. The Sun Times News caught up with Dubuque to ask her about the signing. “I am so excited that I ...
It’s been just over a year since voters in Milan Area Schools (MAS) approved the Sinking Fund Millage. The funds have started to come in with the district already using some to address urgent needs while also thinking about using more and planning for some big projects ahead. With the Sinking Fund in mind, MAS ...
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