May 05, 2025

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Articles for author: Doug Marrin

Doug Marrin

Dexter’s Sarah Scaling Earns Honorable Mention All-GLIAC for 2024 Season

The Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) has announced its 2024 Women’s Soccer Player Awards, with Dexter native Sarah Scaling earning Honorable Mention honors. Scaling, a sophomore at Purdue Northwest and standout player for the Pride, secured her first postseason recognition following an impressive season. Scaling played a pivotal role as a team captain, starting ...

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Encore Theatre’s “Thoroughly Friendly Day” Brings Beloved Musical Annie to Audiences with Special Needs

Community News The Encore Musical Theatre Company is proud to announce A Thoroughly Friendly Day at The Encore, a special sensory-friendly performance of the Tony Award-winning musical Annie. Taking place on December 12th at 3:00 pm, this inclusive performance is crafted for attendees with sensory sensitivities, neurodivergent conditions, dementia, and other special needs. Tickets are ...

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Chelsea City Manager Highlights Community Progress at City Council Meeting

Photo: City Manager Colburn shared a photo of electrical work being done to get the electrical lines underground for the coming Main Street Park. Image: city video screenshot. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on November 12, 2024, City Manager Marty Colburn provided an in-depth report on several projects, initiatives, and opportunities shaping the city’s ...

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Chelsea City Council Approves Community Recreation Collaborative Transition

Image: Image: CERC facilitator Sam Angus speaks to the Chelsea City Council at its November 12, 2024, meeting. Image: city video screenshot. At its November 12, 2024, meeting, the Chelsea City Council voted to dissolve the Community Center Task Force (CCTF) and establish a new nine-person steering committee named the Community Education Recreation Collaborative (CERC). ...

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Dexter Recognizes Jamie Griffin for Four Years of City Council Service

The outgoing council member did not seek re-election in the November 2024 General Election At its November 11, 2024, meeting, Dexter City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Councilmember Jamie Griffin for her dedication and service to the city. Veterans Day marked Griffin’s final meeting as a council member, concluding a term defined by her commitment ...

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Portrait of joyful small girl in hat choosing Christmas toys

Material Girls Hosts 16th Annual Christmas Bazaar in Chelsea, Dec. 5-8

Charitable Group brings festive joy with unique shopping experiences for children and the community Material Girls of Chelsea is gearing up for their 16th annual Christmas Bazaar. Operating under the mission of Women Striving to Serve Others, Material Girls focuses on fellowship, support, and offering children a unique shopping experience. Dedicated to providing quality items ...

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Dexter Continues Exploration of Historical Marker Initiative

At the Dexter City Council meeting on November 11, 2024, council members continued an earlier discussion about the potential implementation of historical markers within the city, focusing on enhancing public knowledge of Dexter’s historical sites. This discussion builds upon a recent city resolution directing the Arts, Culture, and Heritage (ACH) Committee to research both state ...

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Weekly Road Construction, November 18-24

Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline City of Ann Arbor W. Liberty Rd between Scio Ridge Rd and S. Maple Rd Road closure Oct. 14 – Nov. 15 County-wide Various Rds (paved and unpaved) Intermittent lane restrictions Nov. 1 – 30 Lyndon Beeman Rd between Waterloo Rd and Boyce Rd  Intermittent lane restrictions Nov. 13 – 19 ...

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Big Plans, Big Investments: Dexter’s New Budget Tackles Roads, Safety, and Parks Upgrades

From road repairs to new parks and tech upgrades, here’s how Dexter’s latest budget impacts the community. The Dexter City Council approved the city’s 2024-25 fiscal year budget at its November 11, 2024, meeting. The budget addresses key projects, challenges, and strategic priorities aimed at maintaining and enhancing the community’s infrastructure, services, and fiscal health. ...

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Dexter City Council Weighs Approval for New Ziggi’s Coffee Drive-Thru

Ziggi’s Coffee’s proposed Dexter location sparks discussions on development, with final site plan decision expected later this month Dexter’s City Council is currently reviewing a proposal for a Ziggi’s Coffee drive-thru on Dexter-Ann Arbor Road, in front of Dexter Crossing Plaza, with decisions on final approval pending. Ziggi’s Coffee, a Colorado-based coffee chain known for ...

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Dexter Farmers Market Concludes 2024 Season with Reflection on Successes and Challenges

Market Manager Highlights Community Impact and Discusses Potential Changes to Boost Vendor Participation The Dexter Farmers Market concluded its 2024 season with a detailed report presented to the City Council on November 11, 2024. Outgoing Market Manager Marianne Wendt highlighted the season’s successes, challenges, and community impact. The market, which operated Saturdays and Tuesdays from ...

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Sparrows Place Builds a Loving Community for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Providing a Family-Like Atmosphere and Supportive Living in Washtenaw County Sparrows Place, also known as “His Eye is on the Sparrow,” is a nonprofit organization rooted in compassion and community support. Board President Patrick O’Connell explains, “This place exists is because of family, families who got together over 20 years ago because they had something ...

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Dexter Dance Team Shines with Fourth Consecutive Regional Championship

Dexter High School Varsity Dance Team Claims Top Honors at UDA and DTU Regional Competitions For the fourth year in a row, the Dexter High School Varsity Dance Team won a regional championship title. On Saturday, November 9, the Dexter Dance Team competed in the Universal Dance Association (UDA) Great Lakes Regional dance competition at ...

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Milan Cares a Litter Bit More as Volunteers Clean Up the Town

The community showed up for a couple hours of litter pick-up keeping the city crisp and clean Photos provided by Mayor Ed Kolar It was great exercise and created a tremendous sense of community. Milan Cares held its annual fall clean-up event on Saturday, November 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Volunteers joined in ...