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In Plain English: Ballot Proposals for the November 5th General Election in Washtenaw County

We hope this makes it easier for you to decide “Yes” or “No.” The complex legal and technical language required for ballot measures can make understanding the choices difficult.  As we did for the August primary, we aim to break down the wording of the upcoming Washtenaw County ballot proposals for the November 5th election. ...

Saline Students Use the Bridge to Make Connections

The Bridge to Civility plays an important part in Saline Area Schools. This was highlighted in a recent Superintendent’s Community Message sent out by SAS Superintendent Steve Laatsch. Each week, Laatsch along with the Jackelyn Martin, SAS Executive Director of Communications and Community Relations, visit classrooms around the district. In describing his visit to Liberty ...

Sylvan Township Looking into the Costs of the Water Treatment Plant Break-in

Sylvan Township got another update on the July 8 incident that led to a temporary ban on drinking water last month and the arrest of a 33-year-old Belleville man. During the Aug. 13 township board meeting, Sylvan Township Supervisor Kathleen Kennedy gave her report on the incident that had a man breaking into the water ...

In Plain English: Michigan Public School Funding Explained

How schools get their money is confusing and misunderstandings often lead to unnecessary contention. Public school funding in Michigan is complex and draws from multiple sources. Reliable funding directly affects the quality of education, the availability of resources, and the equity of opportunities for all students so having a clear grasp of how it works ...

August Primary Results Are In!

See who won the Democratic nomination for County Sheriff and more Voters across Michigan turned out to cast their ballots in yesterday’s primary election. Of the 324,138 registered voters in Washtenaw County, 83,375 weighed in on regional ballot initiatives and set the stage for partisan candidates in the November general election. Washtenaw County’s 26% turnout ...

Scio Township Gets Some Help with its Jackson Corridor Complete Streets, Safety Study and Implementation Plan

With some help from a planning assistance grant, Scio Township is moving forward with a project for the Jackson Road corridor. The township board was awarded a grant from the organization, Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG). At its July 23 meeting, the Scio board accepted the SEMCOG planning assistance grant and authorized the Township ...

Saline Mayor’s Annual Senior Conference Celebrates Its 11th Year

“Our goal is to bring together–not just the regulars from the senior center, but any senior in the area–for a day filled with learning and community.”  The Saline Area Senior Center (SASC) is preparing for its upcoming 11th Annual Mayor’s Senior Conference on Friday, August 16th. Hosted by Saline Mayor Brian Marl, the complimentary event ...

Scio Township Voters Will Again Answer a Fire Services Ballot Question

There’s a need, according to Scio Township officials, to take another look at putting a fire services ballot question before township voters. So come November 5, voters will again be asked whether or not they want to pay more to add more to this essential service. This will come a year after Scio voters said ...

Dexter High School has a New Assistant Principal

The new Assistant Principal at Dexter High School brings with her a lot of valuable experience and know-how. This was made clear in the hiring recommendation made by DHS Principal Melanie Nowak. Nowak said in her recommendation to the Dexter Community Schools Board of Education: “Mrs. Hervey has served at the Washtenaw Education Options Consortium ...