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Sylvan Township is thinking about its Water System and I-94

What’s the feasibility and cost to extend water under 1-94? This is something Sylvan Township wants to better understand, especially looking ahead to potential developments. At their December meeting, the township board had an agenda item to consider how to move forward on figuring this out. The board meeting packet explained: “Gathering data regarding the ...

York Township sets Latest Agreement with Developer for Saline Valley Farms II

An agreement for the next building phase of Saline Valley Farms went to the York Township Board before the developer can move forward with constructing more homes. At their November meeting the York Township Board of Trustees reviewed and approved a development agreement for the next phase of Saline Valley Farms II. The Sun Times ...

Dexter Principal Katie See Recognized and Honored for Outstanding Leadership

Wylie Elementary School Principal Katie See was honored for her outstanding leadership after being selected as one of the best in Michigan at what she does for Dexter Community Schools. Dexter Community Schools announced on Dec. 6, that See has been honored by the Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association (MEMSPA) as the Region ...

Pittsfield Township looking at a New Residential Development

A plan for a new residential development has been introduced in Pittsfield Township. Called The Walden, the proposed development went before the township planning commission late last month. The plan has received preliminary site plan approval. To learn more the Sun Times News followed up with Haley Feeman, Municipal Services Coordinator for Pittsfield Charter Township. ...

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 ...

Doug Marrin

For Three Years, the U.S. Had Two Thanksgivings (It Didn’t Go Well)

How President Franklin Roosevelt’s Attempt to Help Retailers Sparked National Chaos Photo: FDR carves a Thanksgiving turkey in 1935, four years before his impulsive move to change the holiday’s date. (Franklin D. Roosevelt Library via Digital Library of Georgia). In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln began the custom of proclaiming a General Day of Thanksgiving on the ...

Doug Marrin

The Detroit Lions Thanksgiving Tradition: A Legacy on the Gridiron

From 1934 to Today: How the Lions Became a Holiday Staple in American Football Image: The Detroit Lions’ 1938 Thanksgiving Day game resulted in a 14-7 victory over the Chicago Bears. Image: Battle Creek Enquirer, November 26, 1938. The Detroit Lions’ annual Thanksgiving Day game is a longstanding tradition in American football, dating back to ...

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 ...