April 24, 2025

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Chelsea

Articles for category: Chelsea

Lonnie Huhman

Chelsea Fire Station

House Fire in Chelsea

A fire caused by a fire pit bowl injures a Chelsea man and leaves the home severely damaged. The call came to the Chelsea Area Fire Authority (CAFA) for a structure fire at 9:35 p.m. on Nov. 26. The fire was at the home at 5975 Sibley Road. CAFA Fire Chief Robert Arbini told the Sun ...

The Beach Block will help give Chelsea Middle Schoolers some Self-Direction

A new course coming to Beach Middle School was created after seeing some needs coming out of the COVID era. At the Nov. 18 Chelsea School District Board of Education meeting the new course was introduced. It will be formally introduced as an opportunity for students during the 2025-26 school year. In his report to ...

Chelsea Cruises in Season Opener

A new look Chelsea boys’ basketball team cruised in its season opener with a 63-36 win over Michigan Center Monday night. The Bulldogs returned just one starter from last season’s squad and will look to make up for the graduation of a pair of all-state players in Jake Stephens and Joey Cabana. Chelsea will rely ...

Doug Marrin

Dexter Township Police Report, October 2024

In October 2024, Deputies responded to 123 calls for police service in Dexter Township, down from 150 the previous year, an 18% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Oct) are 1,525, down from 1,647 for the same period last year, a 7% decrease. Officers conducted 15 traffic stops, down from 56 last year. Two citations were ...

Doug Marrin

CPD Weekly Report, 11-26-24

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 24-3962 Location: 900 block of S. Main Street Date: November 19, 2024 Time: 9:51 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol an officer was dispatched to the 900 block of S. Main Street for the report of a fraud complaint. Upon arrival the officer met with the complainant ...

Melissa Marcum

Young Changemakers Launch “100 Kids Who Care Chelsea”

Empowering Young Leaders: 100 Kids Who Care Chelsea Unites Middle Schoolers for Local Impact Photo: Founders Charley Cigan, along with her friends Norah and Ellie Hurst. Photo provided by Laurie Cigan In a remarkable display of leadership and community spirit, a group of Chelsea middle schoolers is taking action to make a difference. Inspired by a ...

Doug Marrin

Strengthening Community Connections: Buying Local at Dexter Mill This Holiday Season

Discover how Dexter Mill supports local farmers, artisans, and the community while offering thoughtful gifts and sustainable holiday essentials. As the holiday season draws near, Dexter Mill reminds us of the importance of supporting local businesses. A fixture in the Dexter community, the Mill highlights how local shopping helps sustain economic growth, nurture the environment, ...

STN Staff

Enjoy Christmas in Webster Village

Take a step back in Christmas nostalgia on December 14th in historic Webster Village By Joanne Westman Have you ever wanted to experience Christmas by stepping into a Norman Rockwell painting, feeling the warmth and joy of that holiday? Well, the Historic Webster Village may offer just that opportunity. The Village Green and historic buildings ...

A Class Project for Chelsea High Schoolers turns into a Chance to Connect Generations

The collaboration between Chelsea High School and senior citizens in the community continues to grow as evidenced in a recent special class project for some students. CHS Principal Amada Clor updated the school board on this in her recent report: “Our collaboration with community senior citizens have continued to grow. This past week, Valerie Johnson, ...

STN Staff

Celebrate the Holidays with “Christmas on the Farm and at Dewey School”

The Waterloo Area Historical Society invites visitors to step back in time with its annual “Christmas on the Farm and at Dewey School” event. This festive celebration, showcasing the holiday traditions of rural 19th-century Michigan, takes place on Saturday, December 7, and Sunday, December 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. A Nostalgic ...

STN Staff

Celebrate the Season with a Handmade Holiday

On December 1st from 11am to 3:30pm, P.E.O. Chapter FD Chelsea will offer unique handmade cards, gifts, and greens at their Handmade Holiday booth at the Chelsea Farmers Market Sunday Pop-up in the historic Chelsea Depot.  Items at the Handmade Holiday booth will include holiday mugs filled with fresh greens and seasonal decorations, knitted hats, ...

Lyndon Township Resident Appointed Chair of the Great Lakes Protection Fund Board of Directors

In his new role, Tim Eder will help the Great Lakes Protection Fund continue its mission to support innovative solutions for safeguarding the Great Lakes’ future, tackling challenges like climate resilience, invasive species and water quality. The Great Lakes Protection Fund (GLPF) announced on Nov. 19, the appointment of Eder as Chair of its Board of ...

Doug Marrin

CPD Weekly Report, 11-19-24

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 24-3914 Location: Brown Dr X Pielemeier Dr Date: November 15, 2024 Time: 10: 41 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol officers were dispatched to Brown Drive in the area of Pielemeier Drive for the report of a vehicle in the ditch. At the time of the report ...