April 25, 2025

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Doug Marrin

Chelsea DDA Considers New Noise Ordinance to Balance Business and Residential Needs

Proposed noise regulations aim to reduce disturbances while supporting downtown events and business growth. Photo by Doug Marrin At the September 19, 2024, meeting of the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority (DDA), discussions centered around a proposed noise ordinance, which when finalized, would be presented to the city council for approval. This ordinance aims to balance ...

Doug Marrin

Next Phase of TimberTown Reimagined Project Supported by Arts Grant

The next phase of the TimberTown Reimagined project is set to begin, and the City of Chelsea has received a significant boost with a grant from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council to help fund the “Pathway to Renewal.” This phase of the project, which continues to honor Chelsea’s rich history and the community’s resilience, ...

STN Staff

Flu Shot Clinic and Wellness Fair at Chelsea Senior Center

Community News Autumn’s arrival signifies the annual Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) Flu Shot Clinic and Wellness Fair. On October 9, knowledgeable community members will be available between 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to share an array of services and timely tools to benefit the well-being of your entire family this winter. Chelsea Senior Center’s Wellness ...

STN Staff

Dexter Residents Targeted by Politically Motivated Vandalism

Community Outraged as Driveways Littered with Nails and Debris, Prompting Concerns Over Safety and Intimidation Residents in the Dexter area have been subjected to politically motivated vandalism over recent weeks, targeting homes displaying political signs. Reports from local news outlets and posts on Reddit describe an escalation of incidents where nails, screws, and other dangerous ...

Chelsea Volleyball has Big Weekend in Waterford 

The Chelsea volleyball team had a huge showing at the Waterford our Lady of the Lakes tournament Saturday, coming home with a second-place finish.  The Bulldogs went 6-1 on the day before falling to Midland in a three-set tiebreaker match  Chelsea beat Riverview Gabriel Richard 27-25, 25-20, Waterford Mott, 25-15, 26-24, Durand 25-18, 25-14, Waterford ...

New Financial Education Venture Aims to Empower Young Adults

Local entrepreneurs launch financial coaching venture to bridge education gap for young adults Photo: Solid Footing Finance Founders Von Miller and Kelly Robbins. Photo by Doug Marrin A new financial education company is looking to fill what its founders see as a crucial gap in personal finance knowledge for young adults. Solid Footing Finance, started ...

Doug Marrin

CPD Weekly Report, 9-23-24

From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-3093 Location: 700 block of S. Main StreetDate: September 18, 2024 Time: 5:30 PMINFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 700 block of S. Main Street for the report of a threat complaint. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with the complainant, who stated that a ...

Joanna LaFleur is Leading the Charge in Dementia Care with the Memory Lane Foundation

LaFleur’s Memory Lane Foundation is Empowering Dementia Caregivers Through Education and Support Joanna LaFleur, CEO and Founder of the Memory Lane Foundation, is on a mission to change the way society cares for individuals with dementia. With a degree in Recreational Therapy from Eastern Michigan University and over 20 years of experience in elder care, ...

Doug Marrin

Pioneer Day at the Waterloo Farm Museum Returns with Historic Flair

Experience Michigan’s Past with Live Demonstrations, Wagon Rides, and Delicious Local Treats on Sunday, October 6th. Community News The very first Pioneer Day Fall Festival was held at the Waterloo Farm Museum in 1962.  The museum had been in existence for a mere 9 months.  It gave birth to the beginning of an annual event, now called ...

Fall Fun 2024

Events Apple Daze (downtown Dexter) Autumn’s kick-off returns again with wagon rides, games, activities, craft booths, food, cider, petting zoo, entertainment and of course an apple pie eating contest. Sat. Oct 5, 10 am-5pm. Cider Mills & Apple Orchards Dexter Cider Mill(3685 Central St, Dexter) At 135 years, the longest continuously running cider mill in Michigan ...