July 20, 2025

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Articles for author: Sue Kelch

Sue Kelch

Annie G’s Dairy Brings High-Tech Farming and Nostalgic Charm to Saline

Annie G’s Dairy Brings High-Tech Farming and Nostalgic Charm to Saline

Annie G’s Dairy in Saline blends innovative technology with traditional values, offering A2A2, vat-pasteurized milk through vending “milkbots”—and flavors like chai spice and chocolate. Photo: Annie G’s Dairy photo by Sue Kelch I found a humorous, if not eerie, futuristic cartoon from 1961 by Arthur Radebaugh that featured an “electronic driver” helping the milkman deliver ...

Michigan Has More Lighthouses Than Any Other State

Michigan Has More Lighthouses Than Any Other State

Discover why Michigan, with the most lighthouses in the U.S., stands as a beacon of Great Lakes history, from women keepers to top lighthouse destinations. Photo: South Haven Lighthouse courtesy of Robert Kelch If you had to guess which state has the most lighthouses, which would you choose? Perhaps Maine, the ‘lighthouse state.’ Or maybe ...

Sue Kelch

Saline’s Third Annual Jazz in the Park

Saline’s Third Annual Jazz in the Park

Saline’s Jazz in the Park is back – bigger and better than ever. It will take place at Mill Pond Park, July 19 2-8pm. Mary Dettling, Saline Main Street Director notes, “It has become one of Saline’s signature events, thanks in large part to Diana Morning’s leadership and the dedication of the Arts & Culture ...

Sue Kelch

Saline’s Volunteer Spirit Shines in April

Saline’s Volunteer Spirit Shines in April

From student-led clubs to senior support and city initiatives, Saline celebrates the people who make a difference during National Volunteer Month. Photo: Builders Club cleaning patio courtesy of Saline Senior Center April is National Volunteer Month, and Saline has no shortage of volunteer opportunities. – let’s take a look. Saline Schools Builders Club Helps Students ...

Sue Kelch

Shirley Edwards Turns 100 Surrounded by Love and Laughter

Shirley Edwards Turns 100 Surrounded by Love and Laughter

From surviving the Great Depression to celebrating with 13 great-grandchildren, Shirley Edwards reflects on a century of strength, family, and joy. Photo: Shirley Edwards 100th birthday. Photo by Sue Kelch On April 13, family and friends gathered around Shirley Edwards’ home in Saline to celebrate her 100th birthday.  Family members came as far away as ...

Saline Celebrates National Reading Month with Ocean-Themed Fun

Saline Celebrates National Reading Month with Ocean-Themed Fun

From sea-themed reading challenges to intergenerational pen pals, Saline schools, seniors, and the library are making literacy an adventure this National Reading Month. Photo: Dive Into Reading courtesy of Saline Schools “Congratulations!  Today is your day. You’re off to Great Places! You’re off and away!”― Dr. Seuss from ‘Oh, the Places You’ll Go!’ Reading takes you ...

Sue Kelch

Brewed Awakenings Owner Announces Retirement After 14 Years

Brewed Awakenings Owner Announces Retirement After 14 Years

Kim Kaster, owner of Brewed Awakenings, is retiring after 14 years of building a beloved community coffee shop, leaving a legacy of great coffee and cherished connections. Congratulations to Brewed Awakenings owner Kim Kaster, who recently announced her retirement on Facebook. Having just celebrated their 14th anniversary on March 1, Kim explains in her remarks ...

Saline Celebrates School Expansion Despite Rainy Groundbreaking

Saline Celebrates School Expansion Despite Rainy Groundbreaking

Saline Middle School’s expansion is moving forward with major upgrades, including a new STEAM Center, senior center improvements, and a community athletic complex. Although the groundbreaking ceremony for the Saline Middle School expansion was held indoors due to inclement weather, no one’s enthusiasm was dampened.  Saline Schools Superintendent Dr. Steven Laatsch describes the next remodeling ...