April 15, 2025

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WCC Alumni Reach for the Stars with Blue Origin Space Launch

Separated by some 15 years at Washtenaw Community College, the paths of two alumni intersected April 14 with Blue Origin’s launch into space. Aisha Bowe, one of the six all-female crew members who crossed the Kármán international space boundary line this morning on the New Shepard-31 mission, and Nathan Perry, a Blue Origin Launch Vehicle Test Engineer, proudly ...

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Main Street Park Hosts Penny Drive to Support Construction Campaign.

Main Street Park Alliance (MSPA) has kicked off its Penny Drive. This grassroots fundraising initiative encourages the entire community to contribute to the revitalization of the Federal Screw Works Property. The Penny Drive is a simple yet impactful way for families, classrooms, businesses, and individuals of all ages to shape a public space that would ...

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Chelsea Light & Power Adds 0.7 MW to Renewable Energy Portfolio

Through a partnership with Michigan Public Power Agency, Chelsea Light & Power receives enough energy from Brandt Woods Solar to power 168 homes in a year. Chelsea Light & Power has added 0.7 MW to its sustainable energy portfolio today as Brandt Woods Solar, a solar array in Calhoun County, entered into commercial operation. In ...

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Sen. Sue Shink, Rep. Carrie Rheingans, and Michigan Physicians to Host Prescription Drug Affordability Town Hall 

On Thursday, Sen. Sue Shink (SD-14, Northfield Twp.) will host a town hall at the Ann Arbor District Library Traverwood Branch to discuss prescription drug affordability in Michigan and how a PDAB can help residents stay healthy and save money. She will be joined by Rep. Carrie Rheingans (HD-47, Ann Arbor); Dr. David Fivenson, a dermatologist in Ann Arbor; ...

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Saline Main Street Invites Community to Celebrate Local Military Heroes

Saline Main Street is pleased to announce openings for the Military and Veteran Banner Program, a community tradition honoring local heroes who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. This unique tribute features custom-designed, full-color, double-sided banners displaying the honoree’s photo, name, military branch, and service dates or war/conflict. Showcased in downtown ...

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Job Developers Alliance to Host Apprenticeship Fair

The Job Developers Alliance (JDA) is hosting their second annual Apprenticeship Fair on May 1, 2025. The Fair aims to connect those who are looking for hands-on skills and experience in a trade or profession with local employers. Attendees have the chance to learn more about apprenticeship programs where participants would learn a skill or trade ...

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WAVE Expands Service to Lodi Township

The Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE) has announced the expansion of its door-to-door transportation service to include Lodi Township, effective April 1, 2025. With this expansion, WAVE now offers convenient, reliable Door-to-Door transportation Monday through Friday, 6am – 9pm, from Lodi township. WAVE’s Door-to-Door service provides transportation to anyone in the Greater Western Washtenaw Area ...

Saline Lacrosse Outlasts Plymouth Salem to Stay Undefeated

By Stacey Page Photo credits amandawalters620 Plymouth, MI – April 4, 2025 – The Saline High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse team overcame an early deficit and a dramatic end to the first half to earn a hard-fought 10-7 road win over Plymouth Salem, improving to 3-0 on the season. Sophomore Nolan Heath led the charge once ...

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Dementia Friendly Saline Announces 2nd Annual Best Life Spring Fair

Dementia Friendly Saline will host its 2nd Annual Best Life Spring Fair on Saturday, May 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Liberty School in Saline. This free event celebrates people with dementia living their best lives, while providing fun and education to the whole community. The event will feature educational presentations from dementia ...

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DNR, Michigan National Guard Work Together to Clear Vital Areas

Sawdust was flying at sites across northern Michigan as Department of Natural Resources and Michigan National Guard crews worked together to clear vital areas of trees downed by the massive weekend ice storm. Of the more than 600 service members currently activated, approximately 130 are teamed up with Michigan DNR staff across the 12-county area ...

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The City of Dexter Celebrates Arbor Day

Wylie Elementary School Students Volunteer to Distribute Free Seedlings The City of Dexter City Council proclaimed April 25, 2025, Arbor Day within the City of Dexter. This year the city, with help from students at Wylie Elementary School, will help distribute 600 free tree seedlings to celebrate Arbor Day. The Arbor Day Celebration is held ...

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EHM Senior Solutions Announces New President and CEO

EHM Senior Solutions has welcomed Ms. Kari Rennie to the role of President and CEO for EHM Senior Solutions. Kari brings a diverse skillset and strong focus on resident satisfaction, quality of service and employee engagement, and describes herself as an engaged and transparent servant-based leader committed to coaching and mentoring others. With over 15 ...