December 11, 2025

Articles for author: Doug Marrin

University of Michigan Named a “New Ivy” as America Rethinks Higher Education

University of Michigan Named a “New Ivy” as America Rethinks Higher Education

As Ivy League prestige falters under political pressure and employer skepticism, the University of Michigan rises as a top-tier contender with real-world results and Midwestern grit. Photo: The University of Michigan Law Quadrangle. Photo by tiny al The tides of elite education are shifting. Amid growing skepticism toward the traditional Ivy League institutions, the University ...

CPD Weekly Report, 4-29-25

CPD Weekly Report, 4-29-25

From Chelsea PD Incident #: 25-1381 Location: E. Old US 12 X N. Freer Rd. Date: April 22, 2025 Time: 12:50 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, an officer observed a vehicle traveling down the road with no visible taillights and no license plate on the vehicle. The officer got behind the vehicle and noticed ...

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Chelsea Police Report, March 2025

Chelsea Police Report, March 2025

In March 2025, Officers responded to 374 calls for police service in the City of Chelsea, up from 340 the previous year, a 10% increase. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Mar) are 1,045, up from 1,044 for the same period last year. Officers conducted 155 traffic stops, up from 131 last year. Twenty-five citations were issued. ...

Author Lori Tucker-Sullivan Returns to Dexter with “Rock Widows” Book on Grief, Legacy, and Love

Author Lori Tucker-Sullivan Returns to Dexter with “Rock Widows” Book on Grief, Legacy, and Love

“When you layer the misogyny of the music industry on top of the misogynistic framework around being a widow, it’s really quite something.” Photo: Moderator Rich Fahle and Lori Tucker-Sullivan at the Dexter District Library, April 23, 2025. Photo by Doug Marrin. On April 23, acclaimed writer and former Dexter resident Lori Tucker-Sullivan returned to ...

Earth Day Contest in Chelsea Sparks Community Imagination for Sustainability

Earth Day Contest in Chelsea Sparks Community Imagination for Sustainability

Dozens of residents shared innovative ideas at Chelsea’s Earth Day Contest, reviving community efforts toward sustainability and environmental action. On a sunny spring afternoon at Lyndon Park North, Chelsea residents gathered to celebrate Earth Day and share ideas for a more sustainable future. Held in conjunction with the Chelsea Chamber of Commerce’s Bark Rangers program, ...

Scio Township Police Report, March 2025

Scio Township Police Report, March 2025

In March 2025, Deputies responded to 718 calls for police service in Scio Township, down from 746 the previous year, a 4% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Mar) are 1,892, down from 2,277 for the same period last year, a 17% decrease. Officers conducted 129 traffic stops, down from 303 last year. Forty-two citations were ...

Lodi Township Police Report, March 2025

Lodi Township Police Report, March 2025

In March 2025, Deputies responded to 162 calls for police service in Lodi Township, down from 190 the previous year, a 15% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Mar) are 453, down from 681 for the same period last year, a 33% decrease. Officers conducted 71 traffic stops, down from 108 last year. Nine citations were ...

Webster Township Police Report, March 2025

Webster Township Police Report, March 2025

In March 2025, Deputies responded to 91 calls for police service in Webster Township, down from 101 the previous year, a 10% decrease. Total calls for 20235 (Jan-Mar) are 276, down from 342 for the same period last year, a 19% decrease. Officers conducted six traffic stops, down from 25 last year. Two citations were ...

Saline Police Weekly Report, 4-22-25

Saline Police Weekly Report, 4-22-25

BB Gun Vandalism, Larceny, and Multiple Vehicle Accidents The Saline Police Department responded to several incidents during the week of April 15–18, 2025, ranging from property damage to vehicle accidents and a reported theft. Here are the highlights from the department’s press summary: BB Gun Damages Window Incident #25-1834 – Malicious Destruction of PropertyDate: April ...

City of Dexter Police Report, March 2025

City of Dexter Police Report, March 2025

In March 2025, Deputies responded to 188 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 298 the previous year, a 37% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Mar) are 547, down from 819 for the same period last year, a 33% decrease. Officers conducted 39 traffic stops, down from 183 last year. Thirteen ...

Dexter Township Police Report, March 2025

Dexter Township Police Report, March 2025

In March 2025, Deputies responded to 118 calls for police service in Dexter Township, down from 168 the previous year, a 30% decrease. Total calls for 2025 (Jan-Mar) are 350, down from 456 for the same period last year, a 23% decrease. Officers conducted 39 traffic stops, down from 82 last year. Twenty-two citations were ...

CPD Weekly Summary

CPD Weekly Summary

Chelsea Police Department Weekly Press Summary Incident #: 25-1276 Location: 14000 block of E. Old US 12 Date: April 15, 2025 Time: 5:39 am INFORMATION: While on routine patrol, officers were dispatched to the 14000 block of E. Old US 12 for the report of a burglary alarm at a commercial location. Upon arrival, the ...