The more things change, the more they stay the same Author’s note: I like to browse old newspapers. Often, something will catch my attention that connects yesterday with today. These historical parallels remind me that while many things feel unknown today, history tends to follow familiar patterns over time. As the Detroit Free Press reported ...
The Washtenaw County Road Commission is ready to tackle winter storms with a priority system and tools to keep roads safe and clear. As snow and icy conditions loom this winter, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) is gearing up to ensure safer roadways across its jurisdiction. Responsible for winter maintenance on 1,649 miles of ...
Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 24-4323 Location: 700 block of S. Main Street Date: December 17, 2024 Time: 1:10 pm INFORMATION: While at the Chelsea Police Department an officer took a complaint over the phone from a complainant who stated that her purse had been stolen. The complainant stated that she was ...
Public pressure and grassroots efforts block a $50 million state-funded grant for a controversial Upper Peninsula copper mine Photo: Lake Superior. Credit: Michigannut A grassroots movement has successfully derailed a $50 million grant proposal for the controversial Copperwood mining project in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. A coalition of environmental groups, local residents, and concerned citizens rallied ...
Image: Rendering of a potential development project by Murphy’s Crossing owner Praxis Properties. Photo courtesy of Edge Design Associates and Praxis Properties. At its December 16 meeting, the Saline City Council approved the formation of a working group to evaluate competing proposals for downtown gathering spaces. Mayor Brian Marl introduced the initiative, emphasizing the need ...
Image: Saline Human Resources Director Elle Getschman explains the new sick leave law to the city council at its December 16, 2024 meeting. Image: City video screenshot. At a recent meeting, the Saline City Council reviewed updates to the city’s personnel policies, particularly regarding part-time and seasonal employee sick leave. The changes stem from Michigan’s ...
At its December 16 meeting, the Saline City Council unanimously approved a proposed increase to Rec Center membership rates for 2025. The changes include a 3% increase for resident memberships and a 6% increase for non-residents, effective January 1, 2025. Key Adjustments to Membership Fees Parks and Recreation Director Sunshine Lambert explained the need for ...
In November 2024, Deputies responded to 732 calls for police service in Scio Township, down from 756 the previous year, a 3% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Nov) are 8,835, down from 9,036 for the same period last year, a 2% decrease. Officers conducted 200 traffic stops, down from 235 last year. Eighteen citations were ...
In November 2024, Deputies responded to 175 calls for police service in Lodi Township, down from 225 the previous year, a 22% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Nov) are 2,515, down from 2,537 for the same period last year, a 1% decrease. Officers conducted 59 traffic stops, down from 75 last year. Ten citations were ...
Photo: Broad Street in Dexter. Photo by Doug Marrin. The City of Dexter is set to embark on a road improvement strategy that will touch nearly every corner of the community over the next four years, according to city officials. City Manager Justin Breyer recently outlined an extensive plan that aims to strategically maintain and ...
In November 2024, Deputies responded to 198 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, up from 197 the previous year for a negligible increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Nov) are 2,863, up from 2,603 for the same period last year, a 10% increase. Officers conducted 81 traffic stops, down from 89 last year. ...
In November 2024, Deputies responded to 94 calls for police service in Dexter Township, down from 128 the previous year, a 27% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Nov) are 1,619, down from 1,775 for the same period last year, a 9% decrease. Officers conducted 21 traffic stops, down from 46 last year. One citation was ...
In November 2024, Deputies responded to 112 calls for police service in Webster Township, down from 150 the previous year, a 25% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Nov) are 1,494, down from 1,668, a 10% decrease for the same period last year. Officers conducted 20 traffic stops, down from 544 last year. Two citations were ...
No Action Taken as Council Weighs Costs, Risks, and Community Impact Photo: Freight train on Dexter-Chelsea Road headed towards Dexter. Photo by Doug Marrin. At its December 9, 2024, meeting, the Dexter City Council discussed the possibility of establishing a railroad quiet zone within the city. A train quiet zone is a designated area where ...
Photo: Wilson Park. Google Streetview The City of Milan is updating its 2025 Master Plan and Parks and Recreation Plan to shape the future of the community and asks for your input. Residents, business owners, students, and visitors are invited to share their vision for Milan’s parks, recreation, land use, development, transportation, and housing through ...
The Sun Times News is the hub of the most useful information in Chelsea, Dexter, Milan, and Saline.
8123 Main St Suite 200 Dexter, MI 48130Subscribe to our free daily newsletter to stay on top of all the local news.
Copyright © 2025 The Suntimes News
Mike Williamson
Mike Williamson
Mike Williamson
