July 03, 2025

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Articles for author: Traci Husse

Dexter’s Sip and Shop is back Friday, May 9th

Dexter’s Sip and Shop is back Friday, May 9th

Each of the participating retail shops will have light snacks, unique sales, and special offers Downtown Dexter Merchants will host its popular Sip and Shop event on Friday, May 9, from 4 to 8 p.m. This spring edition, themed around Mother’s Day, offers an evening of shopping, chatting, and sipping, all with a fun buzz ...

Traci Husse

In Plain English: Due Process Isn’t Just for Courtrooms

In Plain English: Due Process Isn’t Just for Courtrooms

“Due process isn’t about shielding wrongdoing—it’s about ensuring the government doesn’t wrongfully punish YOU without fair notice and a chance to respond.” Whether on the news, in a speech, or on a sign, you’ve probably heard the term “due process” at least once in the last several months. Many people are not entirely familiar with ...

Washtenaw County Receives Immigration Inquiry From the Department of Homeland Security

Washtenaw County Receives Immigration Inquiry From the Department of Homeland Security

Officials are weighing the county’s legal options According to a statement released by Washtenaw County Commissioner Katie Scott, on April 10, 2025, Washtenaw County officials received an immigration enforcement subpoena and a notice of inspection of I-9 forms.  The administrative subpoena, issued by the US Department of Homeland Security, is a formal request for “information, ...

Dexter School Board Votes To Pursue Tenure Charges Following Closed Session

Dexter School Board Votes To Pursue Tenure Charges Following Closed Session

“Monday night, the DCS Board of Education voted to pursue tenure charges against a DCS teacher.  Filing tenure charges is part of the process of terminating a contract with a tenured teacher.” At the Dexter Community Schools Board of Education meeting on Monday, February 24, the board entered a closed session to discuss what was ...

DTE Work May Impact Scenic Nature of Dexter-Chelsea Road

DTE Work May Impact Scenic Nature of Dexter-Chelsea Road

Proposed Utility Upgrades Could Alter Dexter-Chelsea Road’s Scenic Charm DTE Energy’s plans to update its electrical infrastructure as part of a $14 million regional improvement project have drawn attention and concern from area residents. The project, aimed at reducing outage durations and bolstering reliability, includes re-routing a 40KV transmission line along Dexter-Chelsea Road between North ...

Could a Public-Private Partnership Help Bring a Community Gathering Space to Saline?

Could a Public-Private Partnership Help Bring a Community Gathering Space to Saline?

The outcome of these discussions could shape the future of Saline’s downtown revitalization efforts. At its December 2nd meeting, the Saline City Council heard a presentation by Praxis Properties, owners and operators of Murphy’s Crossing in downtown Saline, regarding the possibility of a public-private partnership to create a downtown gathering space. Praxis Properties representative Tyler ...

Chelsea School Board Candidate Sheds Light On Her Positions

Chelsea School Board Candidate Sheds Light On Her Positions

“When marginalized histories are erased, through book-banning or other means, the outcome all too often is oppression, dehumanization, and violence against members of that group.” To help readers understand their options, The Sun Times News sent five questions to each candidate running for Chelsea School Board in the November election. Below are the responses received ...

Chelsea School Board Candidate Responds to More Questions Before Election

Chelsea School Board Candidate Responds to More Questions Before Election

“I want each of our graduates to be academically, socially, and emotionally prepared to follow their unique dreams.” To help readers understand their options, The Sun Times News sent five questions to each candidate running for Chelsea School Board in the November Election. Below are the answers received from Dr. Erin Hunt-Carter in response to ...