January 12, 2026

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Articles for author: Doug Marrin

Doug Marrin

New Michigan Bills Aim to Rein in Big Water Use by Data Centers

New Michigan Bills Aim to Rein in Big Water Use by Data Centers

As large technology companies expand and look to expand their presence across Michigan, concerns have grown about water use, infrastructure strain, and whether “big tech” is being adequately regulated. In response, Michigan lawmakers have introduced a package of three bills aimed squarely at one of the biggest worries of protecting our Great Lake State’s water ...

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Dexter Council Approves Sale of City Property, Advances Fire Funding Changes, and Moves Forward on Historic Signage

Dexter Council Approves Sale of City Property, Advances Fire Funding Changes, and Moves Forward on Historic Signage

The Dexter City Council met December 8 and took action on several long-running issues, including the sale of city-owned land near Dexter-Ann Arbor Road, changes to how fire protection is funded, and next steps on historical signage downtown. The meeting also included detailed financial reporting related to bond compliance and updates on major capital projects. ...

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CPD Weekly Report, Dec. 7-13

CPD Weekly Report, Dec. 7-13

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-4745 Location: 1200 block of S. Main Street Date: December 11, 2025 Time: 5:30 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 1200 block of S. Main Street for the report of a retail fraud. The complainant reported that the suspect, later identified as ...

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Saline City Council Reviews Finances, Water Rates, and Transit

Saline City Council Reviews Finances, Water Rates, and Transit

Saline City Council met Dec. 1 for a regular session that touched on the city’s financial health, rising water and sewer costs, long-term infrastructure planning, and a potential expansion of local transportation services. Two council members and the mayor were absent, but the remaining members moved through a full agenda that blended routine approvals with ...

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New Michigan Bills Would Cut Some Property Taxes That Fund Schools

New Michigan Bills Would Cut Some Property Taxes That Fund Schools

A package of bills introduced in the Michigan House on Dec. 16, during the Legislature’s quieter holiday period, when new proposals are often filed but debate and hearings have yet to fire up, would exempt some property owners from paying certain school-related property taxes, based on whether they have dependents using Michigan’s public K–12 education ...

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New Council Member Appointed as Chelsea Reviews Parks, Policing, and Development Progress

New Council Member Appointed as Chelsea Reviews Parks, Policing, and Development Progress

The Chelsea City Council met Nov. 17 with a full agenda that mixed routine city business with decisions likely to shape the city’s near future, from filling a vacant council seat to hearing updates on parks, development readiness, and local police activity. Public Comment Highlights Three residents addressed City Council during public comment, raising topics ...

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Dexter City Council Tackles Park Projects, Road Work, and Future Planning

Dexter City Council Tackles Park Projects, Road Work, and Future Planning

The Dexter City Council covered a wide range of long-term planning items at its November 24 meeting, from playground improvements and tree-planting conflicts to upcoming road projects and questions about preserving Monument Park. Noise Study, New Planner Highlight Aniol’s Report Community Development Manager Michelle Aniol introduced Dexter’s new associate planner, David Jarvi, then updated Council ...

CPD Weekly Report, Nov 30 – Dec 6

CPD Weekly Report, Nov 30 – Dec 6

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-4626 Location: 1200 block of S. Main Street Date: December 2, 2025 Time: 8:23 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 1200 block of S. Main Street for the report of a retail fraud that had taken place earlier in the evening. ...

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New Drone Rules Could Redraw Michigan’s Skies

New Drone Rules Could Redraw Michigan’s Skies

Michigan lawmakers have introduced a broad package of bills that would overhaul how drones are regulated across the state. The proposal covers public safety, privacy, government use, and cybersecurity, reflecting the growing presence of drones in everyday life. Stricter No-Fly Zones and Criminal Penalties Several bills focus on keeping drones away from critical infrastructure. Under ...

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PHOTOS: Saline’s 50th Anniversary Holiday Parade 2025

PHOTOS: Saline’s 50th Anniversary Holiday Parade 2025

Photos by Sue Kelch Saline marked a milestone this year with the 50th Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting, celebrating the theme “Saline – Home for the Holidays! A Golden Celebration of Past, Present, and Future.” The evening parade capped a full day downtown, from Saline Main Street’s Cocoa Crawl to the 5 p.m. tree ...

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Saline Council Advances Maple Oaks Plan, Honors Local Gardeners

Saline Council Advances Maple Oaks Plan, Honors Local Gardeners

Photo: Google Street View The Saline City Council met for a regular session on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. The meeting opened at 7 p.m. with Mayor Brian Marl presiding. Councilmembers Girbach, Rice, Lesch, and Mayor Pro Tem Dillon were present. Councilmembers Ceo and Harmount were absent and formally excused. Green Thumb Awards Highlight Local Beautification ...

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