May 30, 2025

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PHOTOS: Athletes Shine at Special Olympics Swim Meet in Milan

Photos by Stephen Cook On May 19, 2025, the Special Olympics Michigan Washtenaw County Area 20 hosted its regional swim meet in Milan, Michigan. The event brought together athletes from across the county to compete in various swimming events, showcasing their dedication and sportsmanship. Area 20, representing Washtenaw County, is part of the Southeast Region ...

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CHS Quiz Bowl Team to Compete in National Tournament

With its championship win at the Southeast Michigan Tri-County League, the quiz bowl team from Chelsea High School will advance to the national stage on May 23 in Atlanta, GA, when the team will represent their school in a 336-team national competition. Quiz bowl is a competitive, academic, interscholastic activity for teams of four students.  ...

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The Encore Musical Theatre Company Presents West Side Story

For a limited five-week run from June 5 – July 6, The Encore Musical Theatre Company will present West Side Story, the groundbreaking Broadway musical inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet on The Encore’s Maas Main Stage. With music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur Laurents, based on a ...

Saline Weekly Police Report, May 12–19

No injuries in majority of reported vehicle accidents; one assault leads to arrest The Saline Police Department responded to a series of incidents from May 12 to May 19, 2025, including multiple traffic accidents, an arrest for assault, and a reported theft. The Saline Police Department responded to a range of incidents during the week ...

City of Saline Selects Finalists for its Next City Manager

The finalists will participate in an on-site interview and community engagement activities at Saline City Hall on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. On May 12, 2025 the City Manager Hiring Committee selected finalists to be invited to interview for the position of City Manager. The discussion was facilitated by April Lynch, Recruitment Lead with Double Haul ...

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State Representatives Visit St. Louis Center to Discuss Allocation Request

Chelsea’s St. Louis Center welcomed State of Michigan House Representatives Kathy Schmaltz (46th District) and Carrie Rheingans (47th District) to its campus on April 28. They were joined by members of St. Louis Center’s staff, Community Advisor Council members, and CEO Fr. Satheesh Alphonse to discuss the state allocation request that was recently submitted. Juanita ...

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Emagine Theatres Offers $3 Summer Kids Movies

This summer Emagine Theatres will once again be offering Summer Kids Movie Series where tickets are only $3 per person and Magic Pack concessions are $5. Each week guests of all ages are welcome to revisit a different blockbuster animated movie rated for the whole family. WHEN Films, Showtimes, and On-Sale Dates are subject to ...

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Saline Church to Host Youth Summer Service Camp

First Presbyterian of Saline will be hosting a weeklong day camp for local youth this summer from June 23-27 to encourage children to become active members in their community. “Our youth can make a difference and the best place to start is the community they live in,” First Presbyterian Church of Saline’s communications coordinator Samantha ...

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SRSLY Chelsea Launches Newest Resource Map

For the third consecutive year, SRSLY Chelsea is recognizing Mental Health May with the launch of its next Resource Access Roadmap. The Coalition has previously developed roadmaps to support youth, families, school staff and community members in navigating the urgent topics of mental health, substance abuse and coping among youth. The series provides readers with ...

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Crowds enjoying food trucks at the Saline Food Truck Festival with kids playing and classic cars on display

Saline Food Truck Festival Brings Flavor, Fun, and Community June 28

From gourmet eats to classic cars and kids’ activities, this family-friendly event supports Saline Area Social Service. Mark your calendars and bring your appetite—on Saturday, June 28, 2025, the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds will transform into a vibrant hub of flavors, fun, and community spirit at the Saline Area Social Service (SASS) Food Truck Festival. ...

Chelsea Police Seek Help Identifying Retail Fraud Suspect

Surveillance photos show man suspected of committing retail fraud at a local business in Chelsea The Chelsea Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man suspected of retail fraud at a local business. Surveillance images show the individual inside the store and pushing a shopping cart near the entrance. Anyone who ...

Chelsea State Bank Donates $25,000 to “Bridge the B2B” Campaign

Chelsea State Bank has donated $25,000 to the Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative in support of the “Bridge the B2B” campaign. “Chelsea State Bank fully supports the mission and objectives of the Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative’s Bridge the B2B campaign, as it focuses on fostering connections within communities, something our community bank deeply values,” said Joanne ...