February 04, 2026

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Articles for author: Heather Finch

Heather Finch

Passing the Torch: Milan School Board’s New President

Passing the Torch: Milan School Board’s New President

On January 14, 2026, the Milan Area Schools Board of Education officially began a new chapter in its leadership by unanimously electing Tom Faro as Board President. Faro, who has served as a trustee since 2020, takes the helm from Andrew Cislo, who led the board for the past five years. A Strategic Leadership Transition ...

Heather Finch

Saline’s Young Engineers: A Triumph of Innovation and Community

Saline’s Young Engineers: A Triumph of Innovation and Community

A group of elementary students is proving that you’re never too young to tackle complex engineering challenges. The Saline Heritage 4th and 5th-grade robotics teams recently delivered a powerhouse performance at the Michigan FIRST LEGO League (FLL) State Championships, showcasing a blend of technical skill and teamwork that has the entire community cheering. While many ...

Milan Area Fire Department Honors Retiring Firefighters

Milan Area Fire Department Honors Retiring Firefighters

The Milan community is marking a significant transition as two long-standing members of the Milan Area Fire Department (MAFD), Firefighters Shannon Jenkins and Ryan Kovacs, officially conclude their service. Together, they represent 26 years of emergency response, dedication, and community protection. Shannon Jenkins: Sixteen Years of Resilience and Inspiration For Firefighter Shannon Jenkins, her 16-year ...

Heather Finch

Milan High Closed: Pipes Burst, Temps Plummet

Milan High Closed: Pipes Burst, Temps Plummet

Students and staff at Milan High School returned to the classroom on Wednesday, Jan. 21, expecting a normal day. Instead, they faced freezing temperatures and a “water flow incident” that eventually forced the cancellation of all afternoon and evening activities. The situation has resulted in a multi-day disruption. School is officially canceled for today, Thursday, ...

Heather Finch

Saline Area Schools Board Opens 2026 with Unanimous Leadership Votes

Saline Area Schools Board Opens 2026 with Unanimous Leadership Votes

The Saline Area Schools Board of Education began 2026 with a tightly organized and unanimous slate of leadership votes on Tuesday, Jan. 13, as board members moved quickly through the annual organizational portion of the meeting. Current Board President Michael McVey opened the process by nominating Darcy Berwick to serve as temporary chairperson while officer ...

Heather Finch

Saline Hornets Sting at State Robotic Competition

Saline Hornets Sting at State Robotic Competition

Photo by Heather Finch This weekend, all four Saline Middle School robotics teams competed at the Michigan FIRST Tech Challenge State Championships, facing top teams from across the state and earning impressive results. Three teams competed in Muskegon at Trinity Health Arena, while one team represented Saline at a separate championship location. Teams H.I.V.E., CyBugs, ...

Heather Finch

What’s the Buzz about Saline FTC Robotics?

What’s the Buzz about Saline FTC Robotics?

Photos by Heather Finch Tuesday, November 11, 2025, saw Saline’s first-ever First Technical Challenge (FTC) League Event take place in Saline High School’s new STEAM center, which opened this fall. Nine teams from the South Central Michigan League were in attendance, including all four Saline Middle School teams. The four teams representing Saline were: 10644 ...

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