By Trevor Sullivan On August 1st, a new segment of the Border to Border Trail opened for the public, celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony. This completed segment connects Zeeb Road to the Delhi Metropark. This 2.1 mile section now means that three metroparks within Washtenaw County are connected, that being Delhi, Hudson Mills, and ...
By Trevor Sullivan Sarah and Bryan Gunter, residents of Ypsilanti, recently competed in the W4 Country Idol, a 20 year old tradition from the radio station. After a suggestion from a member of their church, the couple tried out last year on the final day of tryouts, where they ended up not qualifying. However, this ...
Having a meaningful impact on your community hinges on a commitment to being part of the ongoing conversation Imagine discovering the empty property next to your home will soon be filled with a high-density housing development or a new string of retail shops and restaurants. You might feel worried about the changing character of your ...
Community News The Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD) has partnered with the Lenawee Conservation District, Monroe Conservation District, Hillsdale Conservation District and Scott’s Cover Crops LLC to offer a Cover Crop Fly-on program for local producers. Scott’s Cover Crops has been flying on single species and special blends of cover crops for several years. Flying ...
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 ...
The Dexter Community Aquatics Club (DCAC) had a successful summer at the two state meets it competed in. They had several swimmers placing in the top 16, a silver medal relay, and two different State Champion swimmers in three events. There were two state meets. One for 14 and under swimmers that took place at ...
Join the fun in downtown Dexter on August 9-10 for Music, Food, and Family-Friendly Activities The Dexter Summer Festival, formerly Dexter Daze, will take place in Monument Park on August 9th and 10th, 2024. This community event, celebrating its 50th year, continues to be a highlight of the summer season, bringing together residents and visitors ...
Community News Chef Series #10 will take place on Saturday, August 17, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, in Heydlauff’s Appliances New Living Showroom. The Chef Series features local chefs on the third Saturday of each month. They took a hiatus in June and July and are back. Chef Series #10 will spotlight Zingerman’s Roadhouse ...
Community News Have you driven by the Webster Township Hall on Webster Church Road and noticed the beautiful grounds and historic buildings that sit adjacent to it and wondered what it is? It’s Historic Webster Village, fully owned, maintained and operated by the Webster Township Historical Society (WTHS). Comprised of 7 historic buildings on 4.5 ...
Kettering University’s unique blend of cooperative and experiential education has a few local connections this school year, which has already started at the university in Flint. Including students from Chelsea, Dexter and Grass Lake, Kettering University announced the new group of A-Section students arrived on campus on July 11 to begin their studies. Kettering said students ...
Photo: Friends In Deed Executive Director Tania James. Photo by Doug Marrin. Sun Times News Owner/Publisher Chuck Colby invited “Friends In Deed” to be the featured nonprofit organization at the newspaper’s recent “Up With the Sun” monthly breakfast on July 26th. Friends in Deed has been at the forefront of combating poverty in Washtenaw County ...
The Dexter Area Historical Society (DAHS) has been awarded a grant to support the rehabilitation of Gordon Hall, a historic landmark in Dexter. The grant is part of a $250,000 funding package distributed by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to seven Michigan communities. The grant comes from the federal Historic Preservation Fund (HPF)-Certified Local ...
An updated agreement with the teachers and appointment of new school board officers, the Dexter Community Schools Board of Education is staying busy this summer. At the July 22 board meeting, the DCS school board made a number of decisions as it looks ahead to the new school year. The first being an updated contract ...
MDNR is trying to find out The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently announced the findings of its 2024 winter wolf population survey, which estimated a minimum of 762 wolves roaming the Upper Peninsula. This marks a significant increase from the 2022 estimate, further solidifying the region’s status as a stronghold for gray wolves. ...
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 ...
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