April 18, 2025

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Articles for category: Michigan

Natural Gas system upgrades taking place in Dexter

Dexter residents have probably seen the work around town involving DTE and Corby Energy Services. Elise Rowin, spokesperson for DTE Energy, said “DTE Energy and its contractor, Corby Energy Services, are working in Dexter now on natural gas system upgrades to help ensure continued safe, reliable and more environmentally friendly natural gas delivery.” “The work ...

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EMU Forensics Team Places Third Nationally

By Melissa Thrasher The Eastern Michigan University Forensics team has once again showcased its expertise, securing third place in the National Championship Tournament of the National Forensics Association. This achievement marks EMU’s 51st consecutive year of participation in the tournament, underscoring its enduring commitment to excellence in competitive forensics. EMU Forensics sent 18 students who participated in ...

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DTE’s Future Loop, Skills Park, and Cassidy Lake

Jason Aric Jones, a key figure in the Michigan mountain biking community and a Potawatomi Mountain Biking Association board member, recently shared insights into the development and future plans of the DTE Energy Foundation Trail system. Jones illuminates the complexities and challenges faced by recreational trail planning and execution. The DTE Energy Foundation Trail, situated ...

Lyndon Township

Lyndon Township is getting the word out on the Broadband transition

Lyndon Township is transitioning to a new operator for the community-owned broadband network. To make sure this is a smooth change, it’s asking the community for some help. The new operator is ACD.net, which is based in Lansing. Township officials say the existing operator is not giving the township access to the needed customer contact ...

Dexter Wellness Center

Dexter Community Schools complete purchase of the Dexter Wellness Center

Updates on the future Dexter Community Center and Senior Center went out on April 26, with one big one being that Dexter Community Schools have officially purchased the Wellness Center. DCS Superintendent Chris Timmis sent out the updates to the community through his regular message, and said, “On Friday, April 26th Dexter Community Schools closed ...

Humane Society of Huron Valley offers free pet vaccines at “Friends for Life” event

The Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) is excited to announce a special “Friends for Life” free vaccination clinic for the pets of seniors and those facing serious financial or housing challenges in Washtenaw County. Event details: Date: Saturday, May 4, 2024 Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. First come, first served walk-ins welcome, though pre-registrations ...

Michigan Sailing Club out on Baseline Lake.

The Michigan Sailing Club offers a fun, unique experience

Seated on the shores of Baseline Lake is a unique all-volunteer sailing club that serves the local community and is home to the University of Michigan Sailing Team. It’s called the Michigan Sailing Club. It’s a co-operative club dedicated to the pleasure and fellowship of small-boat sailing. The all-volunteer club offers sailing (both racing and leisurely day-sailing), windsurfing, paddle-craft, swimming, fishing and more. ...

Honored at the Michigan State University's 2024 Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum

Dexter’s Charlotte Schultz earns a first place at MSU’s Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum

With a winning topic of study called, “Investigating LPO NTsR1 Neurons for Regulation of Obesity and Obesity-Induced Pain,” Dexter’s Charlotte Schultz earned a big honor. Schultz, a 2021 graduate of Dexter High School, took a first place in the recent Michigan State University’s 2024 Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum (UURAF). This is MSU’s premier showcase ...