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 ...
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 ...
Community News The Encore Musical Theatre Company opens their 2024/25 Tribute Concert Series with a celebration of the life and music of legendary soul singer Sam Cooke. The intimate tribute will perform September 26-29, offering a more personal experience by shifting the venue for this concert to the cozy setting of the Lobby Stage. Music ...
Community News St. Louis Center is pleased to announce the 37th Annual Fall Dinner Auction to support the residents of St. Louis Center on November 9th, 2024 at 6:00 PM. This eagerly anticipated event will be held at St. Mary Church. This year’s event also features an exciting online auction component, allowing supporters near and far to participate. ...
City Manager Martin Colburn outlines Chelsea’s role in the MPPA’s plan to shift from coal to natural gas power, securing greener energy for the community. Chelsea City Council recently approved a key contract for the Belle River energy project, moving the city closer to a greener future by transitioning from coal to natural gas power. ...
The council unanimously supports a park design shaped by extensive community collaboration, but questions remain about future use policies. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on September 16, the council discussed the proposed Main Street Park, with several key points emerging from the presentation and subsequent debate. The presentation, led by Joe Ziolkowski of the ...
In August 2024, Officers responded to 361 calls for police service in the City of Chelsea, down from 553 the previous year, a 35% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-Aug) are 2,873, down from 3,525 for the same period last year, a 19% drop. Officers conducted 83 traffic stops, down from 240 last year. Eighteen ...
Councilmember Mehuron and the Zero Waste Coalition push for local control over plastic waste in a bid to reduce environmental harm. At the Chelsea City Council meeting on September 16, 2024, Councilmember Kate Mehuron presented a resolution to support the repeal of Public Act 389 of 2016. The resolution, which she brought forward on behalf ...
Here’s a quick look at the college achievements of some local high school graduates. Avery Goodrich of Dexter has been selected to be on the 40-member board as part of the University of Alabama (UA) Student Government Association, who recently selected its Lobby Board for the 2024-2025 academic year. The UA announcement said the “Lobby ...
Community News In an effort to expedite the implementation of the Chelsea School District’s Strategic Plan and commitment to the Portrait of a Graduate, Superintendent Mike Kapolka had a big idea. He envisioned sending a large number of teachers to an innovative training seminar this fall, held annually in Indianapolis, Indiana. He enlisted the support ...
More than 16,000 second through seventh grade students across Washtenaw County have unlocked over $1 million in college and career savings thanks to My Future Fund, a free program for students enrolled in participating public schools in Washtenaw County. “We are thrilled to invest more than $1 million into students and their dreams right here ...
Three candidates are running for three open spots on Chelsea School District’s Board of Education. As the November election approaches, three candidates are running to fill the three available seats on Chelsea’s Board of Education. To help voters understand their positions on key issues such as curriculum and budget priorities, Sun Times News sent five ...
Community News Faith In Action’s 2024 Back-to-School Program has ended! The program, which benefitted students in the Chelsea and Dexter school districts, was a resounding success, thanks to the generous support of local businesses, individual donors, and the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor. Over 100 children received backpacks, school supplies, breakfast bags, and gift cards ...
Honoring Chelsea’s Community Leaders with Grants to Local Nonprofits Community News The Chelsea Community Foundation hosted a magical evening in Honor of Ann Feeney at Robin Hills Farm. Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) recognized each of the five Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual 2023 Honorees by awarding them a $1,000 grant. The Honorees chose a ...
Community News Ballet Chelsea’s Partner With Us (PWU) Campaign is underway!! As part of Ballet Chelsea’s 2024-25 Season, they have embarked on “Dancing Back,” a program that expands the variety of classes offered, time of day, and class duration. Funds raised help defray costs for Classes ranging in ages from 3 – 103, including Absolute ...
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