Guinness World Records certified Peanut as the world’s oldest living chicken Editor’s Note: The heartfelt story of “Peanut” by Marsi Parker Darwin is a reminder of the profound connections that can form between humans and animals. As many pet owners already know, companionship can come in many shapes and forms, and as you are about ...
Dexter knows how to host a great parade as reflected in the large turnout for its annual Memorial Day Parade. Photo: Dexter Memorial Day Facebook Page In 1974, Dexter buzzed with the excitement of its 150th anniversary, an event that painted the streets with the vibrant colors of history. Carry that community spirit to 2024, ...
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 ...
Are you ready for some lip-smacking, budget-friendly fun? A world of delicious eats and entertaining treats await you every week at the American Legion Post 557 in Dexter. Taco Tuesdays (Fiesta of Flavors): Every Tuesday, 4-7 PM, Taco lovers gather for a taco paradise. Picture this: a basket brimming with 3 hard or soft shell tacos, ...
The Chelsea Education Foundation (CEF) recently unveiled the scope of its latest Winter Grant Cycle, marking a historic moment in its endeavor to enrich educational experiences. This year, the CEF received an unprecedented 68 grant applications, amounting to $174,600 in requests. These grants aim to enhance educational opportunities under the banner “Build a Bulldog Future,” ...
From Chelsea PD Incident #: 24-267 Location: 400 block of S. Main St. Date: January 22, 2024 Time: 8:16 pm INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer was dispatched to the 400 block of S. Main Street for the report of credit card fraud. Upon arrival, the officer met with the complainant, who stated that she had ...
The Athletic Booster Club of Dexter has announced a fun and energetic fundraising event set for February 10, named The Booster Bash. The event will take place at The Jolly Pumpkin, 7:00-10:00 pm, with food, drinks, activities, and a live and a silent auction. The central aim of the event is to gather funds to ...
In an initiative led by the Huron River Watershed Council (HRWC), volunteers embarked on Saturday, January 27, on a critical environmental endeavor – searching for winter stoneflies. This unique mission, part of HRWC’s bio-monitoring program, is a significant indicator of stream health in the Mighty Huron and its tributaries. The winter stonefly is an aquatic ...
Dexter’s downtown has come alive with the February “What We Love About Dexter” art walk, organized by the Dexter Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee. Celebrating community spirit, this exhibition will turn the area into a lively gallery where participating residents have displayed their artistic talents and affection for their hometown. Set against the backdrop of ...
Joel Krichbaum (L) and his father Jim of Jim & Sons Taxidermy have a combined 100 years in the art. Photo by Doug Marrin. In the quiet woodlands a few miles south of Chelsea, a family legacy has taken root and evolved into a thriving full-time business that boasts a staggering century of combined experience ...
In December, Deputies responded to 773 calls for police service in Scio Twp, down from 785 the previous year, a 2% decrease. Total calls for 2023 (Jan-Dec) are 9,809, down from 10,098 for the same period the prior year, a 3% decrease. Officers conducted 266 traffic stops, up from 245 last year. Sixty-two citations were ...
In December, Officers responded to 350 calls for service in the City of Chelsea, down from 352 the previous year. Total calls for 2023 (Jan-Dec) are 5,021, up from 4,331 for the same period last year, a 16% increase. Officers conducted 121 traffic stops, down from 161 last year. Thirty-three citations were issued. Notable events ...
Like a child on a sunny summer splash pad, Chelsea’s vision for a new community park is leaping forward as the Main Street Park Alliance (MSPA) unveils plans and extensive public input in a recent city council update. Joe Ziolkowski, representing MSPA, provided an update to the Chelsea City Council at its January 22, 2023, ...
Photo: ridethewavebus.org If you could use more connectivity among and between communities, now is a great time to join the growing number of people taking advantage of Western Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE). At the Chelsea City Council meeting held on January 22, 2024, Marie Gress, the Executive Director of WAVE, detailed the organization’s goals ...
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