December 12, 2025

Articles for author: Doug Marrin

Doug Marrin

First CWD-Positive Wild Deer Reported in Washtenaw County

First CWD-Positive Wild Deer Reported in Washtenaw County

Washtenaw County confirms its first case of chronic wasting disease in a wild deer—what it means for local hunters and wildlife Photo: Two healthy deer roam Watkins Lake State Park and Preserve in Washtenaw County. Photo from MDNR Washtenaw County has recorded its first case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer, making ...

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How Many National Park Employees has Michigan Lost?

How Many National Park Employees has Michigan Lost?

Crowdsourced spreadsheet tracks the National Park Service February 14 firings nationwide Photo: Members of Coast Guard Sector Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, presented members of the National Park Service in Isle Royale with a lifesaving award Sept. 13, 2016, for their efforts which led to the rescue of two girls earlier in the year. (U.S. Coast ...

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CPD Weekly Report, 3-11-25

CPD Weekly Report, 3-11-25

Incident #: 25-718 Location: 1100 block of S. Main Street Date: March 3, 2025 Time: 2:38 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of S. Main Street for the report of a counterfeit complaint. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with the complainant who stated that a customer ...

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Counting Wolves in the Lower Peninsula

Counting Wolves in the Lower Peninsula

DNR Conducting Northern Lower Peninsula Wolf Survey, Seeking Public Reports Photo: A group of six gray wolves is shown walking down a snow-covered road in the Upper Peninsula. The image was captured on a trail camera image in 2024 as part of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ wolf abundance study. Credit: MDNR The Michigan ...

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Saline Police Thwart Armed Robbery

Saline Police Thwart Armed Robbery

PRESS RELEASE On February 23, 2025, at approximately 2:08pm Saline Police Officers were dispatched to the Subway restaurant at 1010 E. Michigan Avenue for an armed robbery that had just occurred. The lone suspect was described as an older white male wearing a red checkered hoodie and armed with a knife. The victim relayed that ...

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City of Chelsea Police Report, January 2025

City of Chelsea Police Report, January 2025

In January 2025, Officers responded to 334 calls for police service in the City of Chelsea, down from 369 the previous year, a 9% decrease. Officers conducted 126 traffic stops, up from 94 last year. Thirty-two citations were issued. Of CPD’s 83 cases: Notable events from Police Chief Kazyak’s report include: In his oral report, ...

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Scio Township Police Report, January 2025

Scio Township Police Report, January 2025

In January 2025, Deputies responded to 608 calls for police service in Scio Township, down from 846 the previous year, a 28% decrease. Officers conducted 78 traffic stops, down from 205 the previous year. Seventeen citations were issued. Notable events from the police call log include: The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office reported the following details ...

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Dexter Twp Police Report, January 2025

Dexter Twp Police Report, January 2025

In January 2025, Deputies responded to 105 calls for police service in Dexter Township, down from 156 the previous year, a 33% decrease. Officers conducted 26 traffic stops, down from 52 last year. Five citations were issued. Notable events from the police call log include: The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office reported the following details to ...

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CPD Weekly Report, 2-25-25

CPD Weekly Report, 2-25-25

Incident #: 25-608 Location: S Main X I-94 Date: February 21, 2025 Time: 8:54 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers responded to the area of S. Main and I-94 for the report of a possible domestic assault in progress. The Chelsea Police Department had been contacted by a third-party caller who stated that her ...

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Few Days Left to Experience “What Do You Love About Dexter?” Art Exhibit

Few Days Left to Experience “What Do You Love About Dexter?” Art Exhibit

By Doug Marrin Dexter residents and visitors have just a few days left to enjoy the “What Do You Love About Dexter?” art exhibit in merchant windows in downtown Dexter. Sponsored by the Arts, Culture & Heritage Committee, the display features creative submissions—from photographs and paintings to poems and short stories—that capture the unique charm ...

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From Everest Summits to Ann Arbor Kitchens

From Everest Summits to Ann Arbor Kitchens

After conquering Everest eight times, Tasi Sherpa found a new peak to climb—building a peaceful life and sharing his culinary heritage at Base Camp Restaurant in Ann Arbor. From the towering peaks of Everest to the bustling streets of Ann Arbor, Tasi Sherpa’s journey is a climb of a different kind—this time, toward a new ...

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Commissioner Maciejewski Updates on Broadband Expansion and Western Washtenaw Service Center

Commissioner Maciejewski Updates on Broadband Expansion and Western Washtenaw Service Center

Washtenaw County Commissioner Jason Maciejewski, who represents District 1 in the western portion of the county, provided updates on two major projects: the broadband expansion initiative and the proposed Western Washtenaw Service Center. Broadband Expansion Progressing Ahead of Schedule Maciejewski reported that the county’s broadband expansion project is making rapid progress and is now expected ...