December 11, 2025

Articles for author: Doug Marrin

211 is a Lifeline for America’s Everyday Emergencies

211 is a Lifeline for America’s Everyday Emergencies

You’ve heard of dialing 911 for emergencies. But what about 211? In a recent interview with the Sun Times News, Jerome Espy, Senior Director of Communications & Media Relations for the United Way of Southeastern Michigan, explained the critical role the 211 service provides and has provided for many people. In 2023, the service connected ...

Doug Marrin

Dexter High School Dance Team Triumphs Despite Loss of Co-Captain

Dexter High School Dance Team Triumphs Despite Loss of Co-Captain

On a weekend showcasing young athletes’ resilience and determination, the Dexter High School Dance Team (DHSDT) made an impressive mark at the Universal Dance Association (UDA) regional Chicagoland Dance Challenge in Rosemont, IL. Competing against 11 formidable teams from Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, and Nebraska in the Medium Varsity category, DHSDT demonstrated that teamwork and dedication ...

Sharon Twp’s Former Supervisor Peter Psarouthakis Awarded Outstanding Community Administrator

Sharon Twp’s Former Supervisor Peter Psarouthakis Awarded Outstanding Community Administrator

Peter Psarouthakis, who served as the Supervisor of Sharon Township from 2012 until recently, has been recognized with the Outstanding Community Administrator Award by the Michigan Association of Planning (MAP). As the top elected official and de facto manager for Sharon Township, a rural community in western Washtenaw County with a population of less than ...

Doug Marrin

Dexter Twp Police Report, September 2023

Dexter Twp Police Report, September 2023

In September 2023, Deputies responded to 129 calls for police service in Dexter Twp, down from 185 the previous year for a 30% decrease. Total calls for 2023 (Jan-Sep) are 1,497, up from 1,430 for the same period last year for a 5% increase. Officers conducted 41 traffic stops, down from 79 last year. Six ...