Join state Senator Sue Shink at her upcoming Community Coffee and Conversation Event on April 23 at the Webster Township Hall. These events are a great opportunity for residents to share their thoughts and ideas with Sen. Shink, while also getting a firsthand update on the work being done in Lansing.
Community NewsThis Saturday, June 22, is the official county-wide kickoff for a new organization that plans to have a long-lasting impact on the quality of life in Washtenaw County. From June 22 through July 31, Love Washtenaw, a faith-based coalition, dedicated to improving the lives of others, by engaging the community-at-large through outreach events with ...
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 ...
By Todd Nissen Dexter Community Band Director William W. Gourley wanted to chase off the winter blahs. So, he whipped up a concert with strains of Mardi Gras, a Mexican folk song, a Disney getaway, buglers on holiday and even a Spanish bullfight. As it has throughout this season, the band will be featuring individual ...
Courtesy of the Dexter Daze Festival A popular Dexter event that has woven itself into the fabric of community life faces an uncertain future. Dexter Daze, a festival celebrating community spirit since 1974 (and before in various iterations), with the sole exception of the pause in 2020 due to global health concerns, now teeters on ...
Jeff Craig (L) and Beth Chamberlain. Photo by Chuck Colby. In a tribute to their hometown of Dexter, Beth Chamberlain and Jeff Craig have teamed up to create Dexteropoly, a board game inspired by the iconic Monopoly. The game showcases the landmarks, history, and charm of Dexter and is a product of both their creativity ...
Some images from the school’s web page. The Ann Arbor Orthodox Classical Academy is a newer school option in the community that has the mission to provide a classical education in an Orthodox Christian environment. Located at 9900 Jackson Road in Lima Township, just outside of Dexter, the Ann Arbor Orthodox Classical Academy is in ...
The grant application deadline is fast approaching. Chelsea nonprofits interested in applying for a grant are encouraged to become familiar with the Guidelines for Grantmaking and how to apply; relevant information can be found on the website at chelseafoundation.org/apply/. Chelsea Community Foundation recommends potential grant applicants reach out and share their ideas for submission with Greg Yankee, gyankee@cfsem.org, ...
Community Development Director Ben Harrington speaks at the Saline City Council Meeting on January 2022, 2024. Photo courtesy City of Saline. The city of Saline is one step closer to adding a downtown public space for the enjoyment of its community. At its most recent meeting on January 22, 2024, the council voted unanimously to ...
Caring for chickens can be a fun and educational task. photo courtesy of Celina Marie Chase Knowing what it means to her and her family, and what it means to others, local author and Lima Township resident Celina Marie Chase is hoping backyard chicken keeping rules can be adjusted in her community. For those who ...
The Chelsea community will celebrate the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with several events recognizing Dr. King’s dedication to respect, diversity and service. While some may consider the holiday a day off of work or school, it was designated by Congress as a “Day On” where Americans are encouraged to engage in acts ...
The sign is on Baker Road. photo courtesy of the Dexter Lions Club Dexter has a new sign and it all came about through community partnership. Located on Baker Road, the welcome sign went up last month. To learn more, the Sun Times News connected with the Dexter Lions Club, who played a big part ...
Ben Harrington, Saline’s Director of Community Development, presents the Master Plan update to City Council at its December 18, 2023 meeting. Photo courtesy City of Saline. Ben Harrington is Saline’s Community Development Director and the architect behind the city’s newly approved and impressive Master Plan update. In the role since May of 2022, Harrington is ...
Mayor Brian Marl, Rep. Felicia Brabec, Commissioner Shannon Beeman, and residents gather for an informal coffee hour at Carrigan’s Café on November 18, 2023. Photo by Traci Husse. January 5, 2024 From City of Saline Mayor Brian Marl: “I’ve stated this before and it remains true: Strong leadership is grounded in speaking the truth. As ...
Scio Township is moving ahead with a strategic planning process that will include input and participation from the Board of Trustees, township staff, board and commission representatives, and the community. To get this going, the Scio Township Board approved the project and authorized township manager Joyce Parker to contract with a consultant to lead the ...
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