December 19, 2025

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Bring on the Trades

Bring on the Trades

By Milan Mayor Ed Kolar I recently learned exciting news from Milan High School for the 2024-2025 academic year. The administration unveiled a new building and construction trades program. As a part of the district goal to increase Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, this initiative brings building trades instruction back to Milan Area Schools. ...

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Dexter Varsity Dance Team Excels at UDA Regional Competition

Dexter Varsity Dance Team Excels at UDA Regional Competition

STN Staff The Dexter Varsity Dance Team showcased their talent this weekend at the regional Universal Dance Association (UDA) competition in Rosemont, Illinois. Competing against teams from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Missouri, and Nebraska, the event was highlighted by UDA as one of the most competitive regionals in the country and a potential preview of ...

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Chelsea State Bank Donates to Fisher House – Ann Arbor in Recognition of John Beeman, Sons of the American Legion

Chelsea State Bank Donates to Fisher House – Ann Arbor in Recognition of John Beeman, Sons of the American Legion

Community News Chelsea State Bank’s longstanding tradition of recognizing a local veteran/community member dedicated to supporting local veterans in honor of Veterans Day made an even bigger impact this year – through the Fisher House Michigan’s Matching Campaign.  CSB’s $2,500 donation will be matched this year, amplifying its impact to a total of $5,000. “For ...

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Join Emagine Entertainment For Specialty Screenings this January

Join Emagine Entertainment For Specialty Screenings this January

Providing Open Caption, Sensory Friendly, Dementia Friendly, Breakfast & a Movie, and More Community News Join Emagine Entertainment this January as they host a variety of specialty screenings for their guests. Each month guests can watch some of the newest film releases with an enhanced experience. Open Caption screenings provide subtitles for those who are ...

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Serendipity Books Moving From Middle to Main St

Serendipity Books Moving From Middle to Main St

Community News Serendipity Books will move in early 2025 from 108 East Middle Street to 119 South Main Street in Chelsea, Michigan. Owner, Michelle Tuplin, “We are ready to step into the role of a Main Street foundational retailer, attracting visitors from a wide area and strengthening the economic vitality of our downtown. At the same time, ...

Are Americans Reaching a Tipping Point in Tipping?

Are Americans Reaching a Tipping Point in Tipping?

Post-COVID “tipflation” is confusing and frustrating many Americans By Cynthia Furlong Reynolds “Tipping is way, way out of control,” sighs a woman meeting two friends at Panera after she has paid a twenty percent tip for a cup of coffee that she will pour herself. She echoes what many Americans are feeling: confusion about the ...

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Dingell Releases Statement on Jimmy Carter’s Passing

Dingell Releases Statement on Jimmy Carter’s Passing

Photo: Former President Jimmy Carter at the LBJ Presidential Library Civil Rights Summit in 2014 (age 90}. Photo by Lauren Gerson. Community News Rep. Debbie Dingell released this statement on the death of former President Jimmy Carter: “President Carter’s legacy is one of tireless work, selflessness, and service to his nation and neighbors. When Jimmy ...

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Kick Off the New Year with a Community Read!

Kick Off the New Year with a Community Read!

By Virginia Krueger Chelsea and Dexter District Libraries are partnering with Serendipity Books to offer a new community read! Even as a solitary act, reading has been shown to build empathy. When we read as a community, we can spread that empathy to our family, friends, and neighbors. What better way to start off the ...

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Sounds & Sights Seeks 2025 Performers

Sounds & Sights Seeks 2025 Performers

Community News Chelsea’s Sounds & Sights has opened applications for the summer of 2025. Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights, a weekly festival hosted in Chelsea during the summers, hosts a variety of artists both musical and otherwise to encourage people to engage with the community and local businesses. For nine weeks from 6:30-8:30pm, Main ...

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Chelsea Senior Center Recognized for Workplace Health Initiative

Chelsea Senior Center Recognized for Workplace Health Initiative

Community News 5 Healthy Towns’ Working Well Initiative inspired Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) to establish a well-being initiative for its team members. After launching a new wellness program this year, CSC earned a Bronze Award from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for its holistic workplace program.   The MDHHS Michigan Healthy ...

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Felony Warrant Issued in Saline Middle School Harassment Case

Felony Warrant Issued in Saline Middle School Harassment Case

From Saline PD In September, Saline Middle School administrators were notified of a report of bullying of a Middle School student involving handwritten notes. At the time of the report, no suspect had been identified. Middle School administrators opened an internal investigation in conjunction with then Saline Police School Resource Officer, Morgan Sieja. Students were ...

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Local Saline Store Raises $16,000 for Saline Area Social Service

Local Saline Store Raises $16,000 for Saline Area Social Service

Saline’s Busch’s hosted a donation event to raise money for Saline Area Social Service. Many local residents donated gift cards that will be used to help provide food for families during the holiday season and following months. Busch’s Season of Sharing Food Drive raised a total of $16,000 dollars. The store has partnered with SASS ...

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Chelsea Historical Society Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Chelsea Historical Society Celebrates 50th Anniversary

On December 9, the 50th anniversary of the Chelsea Area Historical Society founding was held at the Train Depot with 80 members attending. They celebrated with a gourmet spread, drinks, and music. It was a fitting celebration for CAHS that begins the next 50 years with new programs highlighting Chelsea people, places, and notable events. ...

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Chelsea Hospital to Open Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program

Chelsea Hospital will open a new Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) on Monday, Jan. 6. Located in Suite 203 of the hospital’s Professional Office Building, 14650 E Old US Hwy 12, Chelsea, MI 48118, the program will run three days per week for three hours each day. The program is designed to support adults ages ...