State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz, R, spoke with local residents Monday March 2 about workforce development, election policy and education during office hours in Chelsea. Schmaltz, who represents Michigan’s 46th House District, held the session in the Chelsea City Council chambers at the Chelsea Police Department. The informal meeting gave residents a chance to raise questions …
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Single-Hauler Trash Collection is Coming Soon to Dexter Twp
It’s just weeks away that the reality of trash collection services will change in Dexter Township. Leading up to this, Dexter Township continues to get the word out on what residents need to do. “The Dexter Township Board of Trustees approved the signing of a contract with Waste Management (WM) to become the single trash ...
Milan Students Tap into Maple Syrup Tradition
On a cool February morning, buckets hung from maple trees along neighborhood streets in Milan, each one slowly filling with clear sap. Milan High School students in the Natural Resources class moved from tree to tree, checking taps and collecting what will eventually become maple syrup. For members of the Milan FFA chapter, part of ...
From Country Roots to Global Icon: The Encore to Present Taylor Swift Tribute Concert March 12–15
The Encore Musical Theatre Company continues its popular tribute concert series with an electrifying celebration of global superstar Taylor Swift, running March 12–15. This high-energy concert event stars Broadway’s Chelsea Packard alongside Encore favorite Ash Moran and newcomer Kaylin Gines. Directed by Geoff Packard, with music direction by Jon Ophoff leading a live band, the ...
Life Back Then: Springing Forward into Our Biannual Jet Lag
In the early morning hours of Sunday, March 8, while most of us are tucked warmly into bed, time will spring forward into Daylight Saving Time (DST), and with it, our excitement can bloom like a crocus in the snow as we “spring forward,” shifting an hour of sunlight from morning to evening. Not everyone ...
Saline Twp. Taking First Steps Toward Development Moratorium
Saline Township officials are considering a temporary moratorium on certain development proposals as concerns grow about industrial projects affecting the township’s rural landscape. The township is considering this option in response to recent industrial developments that threaten the rural and farm-like landscape such as the rhe recent data center. Township planning consultant Mike Auerbach, from ...
Washtenaw Housing Alliance Expands Affordable Housing Options
The Washtenaw Housing Alliance (WHA) launched its Shared Housing Program in August 2025 to increase access to safe and affordable housing for residents of Washtenaw County and to help older adults age in place. According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s most recent Out of Reach report (nlihc.org/oor), Washtenaw County has the highest cost ...
Milan’s Emily Bladen Reaches 1,000 Points while the Big Reds Lose in Districts
The Milan Girls Varsity Basketball team fell to Adrian in the first round of the Districts by a score of 65-35, ending the season for the Lady Big Reds. The tournament game was held on March 2, in Dundee. At 24 points, the Big Reds were again led in scoring by Emily Bladen, who has ...
Saline Chamber Announces 2026 Circle of Excellence Award
The Saline Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC) has announced that the nominations for the 2026 Circle of Excellence Awards are open. Each year, the Circle of Excellence Awards honor community members and businesses that exemplify exceptional service, leadership, innovation, and commitment. These awards highlight those who uphold the highest standards of professional excellence, maintain a ...
The Milan Coach Changing Youth Sports from the Ground Up
If something needs to be done at Milan’s soccer fields, chances are Mark Klein is already there. Klein was named Volunteer of the Year by the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association on Feb. 14 during a ceremony at The Henry Hotel in Dearborn. Thomas Faro, executive director of the association, said Klein’s willingness to step ...
Chelsea Police Report Increase in Calls, Traffic Enforcement in January 2026
The Chelsea Police Department responded to 409 calls for police service in January 2026, up from 334 last year. Highlighted Call Totals Case Status Of the departments 48 cases, 22 remain open, two await lab analysis, 17 given to the prosecutor, and seven were closed. Traffic Citations Officers issued 38 citations during January. The most ...
Dexter Community Schools Recognizes the Contributions of its Staff
In accordance with a directive from the State School Aid budget, Dexter Community Schools (DCS) gives a one-time payment to its “educators.” The DCS Board of Education approved a handful of letters of agreement and a memorandum at its Feb. 23 meeting that will give employees a one-time payment provided to districts through State School ...
Update: Dexter’s Parker Rd & Shield Rd Traffic Signal Project
On February 20, 2026, a Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) contractor completed the setting of the strain poles (structural supports) for the three-way traffic signal at the intersection of Parker Rd at Shield Rd in Lima and Scio Townships. On February 25, 2026, the contractor started the overhead traffic signal work. During the week of ...
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