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City of Saline Responds to $10M Pledge for Rec Center
The City of Saline responded Wednesday, June 6, to a $10 million private pledge announced earlier in the week by officials behind the Saline Township data center project, saying ...
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Doug Marrin
Doug Marrin is the Managing Editor of The Sun Times News, overseeing editorial operations and working closely with writers on assignments, coverage planning, and story development. He writes extensively on local government, state government, and statewide issues, and also contributes in-depth reporting on local history. His work focuses on providing clear context and helping readers understand how public decisions and past events shape their community.
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Data Center Developers Pledge $10 Million for Saline Rec Center
A $10 million contribution announced during Monday’s celebration of The Barn AI data center project could significantly reshape the future of the Saline Recreation Center, a city-owned facility that ...
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Why Would Crews Grind Down a Brand-New Road?
Reader Question: Why does the newly paved stretch of Dexter-Chelsea Road have sections with grooves that look like the new pavement was ground down? Drivers on Dexter-Chelsea Road may ...
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Protesters Say Questions Remain as Leaders Celebrate The Barn Project
While OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and business leaders gathered Monday, June 1, to celebrate construction of The Barn, a group of opponents demonstrated nearby, arguing that ...
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‘The Barn’ Opens Its Doors as AI Giants Make Their Case in Saline Twp
AI data center project touts jobs, tax revenue and innovation while critics continue to question scale, energy use and rural impacts Guests passed through two security checkpoints, presenting QR ...
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U-M Forecast: Michigan Economy to Rebound After Job Losses
Michigan’s economy has slowed, with job losses and higher inflation creating challenges for workers and consumers, but economists at the University of Michigan say the state should return to ...
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Webster Village Craft Market and America250 Exhibit, June 6
Historic Webster Village will host its annual flea market and craft market on June 6, featuring local vendors, historical exhibits, food and live music. More than 30 local vendors ...
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STN’s Lambert Earns Three State Journalism Awards at SPJ Ceremony
Sun Times News reporter recognized for Coverage of Monroe County Politics, Local Food Scene and Senior Services Editor’s Note: We are thrilled to see Karen recognized for her journalism. ...
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5 Healthy Towns Foundation Announces 2026 Summer Youth Recreation Pass Program
5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF), Chelsea Education Recreation Collaborative (CERC), Chelsea School District, Dexter Community Schools, and Chelsea Lanes are excited to invite students age 8-18 to participate in ...
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CPD Weekly Report, May 11-17
Incident #: 26-2187 Location: 100 block of S. Main Street Date: May 12, 2026 Time: 4:32 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers responded to the 100 block of ...
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Dexter Considers Property Tax Increase to Repay Public Safety Debt
Dexter residents will have a chance next month to weigh in on the city’s proposed budget and property tax rates for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The Dexter City Council ...
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Michigan Democrats Introduce “Death With Dignity” Bills
Michigan Democrats, including Ann Arbor-area Rep. Carrie Rheingans, have introduced legislation that would legalize medical aid in dying for terminally ill adults, creating what supporters call a “Death With ...
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