December 21, 2025

Articles for author: STN Staff

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The Encore Theatre Welcomes Frank Mack as New Managing Director 

The Encore Theatre Welcomes Frank Mack as New Managing Director 

Community News  The Encore Musical Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the appointment of Frank Mack as their new Managing Director. The successful non-profit, which is entering its 16th season this fall, has become a sought after destination for top quality professional theatre in the Great Lakes region and has experienced rapid growth since its ...

11-Year-Old Chelsea Resident to Represent Midwest at National Scottish Highland Dance Competition

11-Year-Old Chelsea Resident to Represent Midwest at National Scottish Highland Dance Competition

By: Natalie Davies Chelsea’s Sophia Demaagd is headed to the U.S. National Scottish Highland Dance Championship after winning the 10-12 age group in the Midwest Regional Competition. Sophia, an 11-year-old home school student who just finished sixth grade, started dance lessons when she was 3.5 years old. Sophia was inspired by her older sister who ...

Stronger Together: Mental Health Millage Funds expand Services

Stronger Together: Mental Health Millage Funds expand Services

Community News  Washtenaw County Community Mental Health (WCCMH) has released its 2023 Public Safety and Mental Health Millage annual report, showcasing the impact of millage investments. These funds have significantly expanded mental health services across the county, benefiting tens of thousands of residents through enhanced support and resources.  The millage has been instrumental in addressing the ...

Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners Declares July as Park and Recreation Month

Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners Declares July as Park and Recreation Month

Community News   The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners has declared July as Park and Recreation Month, joining National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) and parks and recreation organizations nationwide in celebrating the profession and its benefits. The declaration came during Washtenaw County’s Board of Commissioners’ June 5th meeting at the County’s Administration building located at ...

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Webster Township Completes Land Preservation Project

Webster Township Completes Land Preservation Project

Community News The Webster Township Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program recently closed on a conservation easement purchase from John and Jean Cares. The property is just over 19 acres in size with frontage on the south side of Farrell Rd. and the east side of Zeeb Rd. It is comprised entirely of prime and ...

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Wheels N Reels: Drive-Up Movie

Wheels N Reels: Drive-Up Movie

Community News  Wheels N’ Reels drive-up is back again at Chelsea Fairgrounds on Thursday, July 18 after Sounds & Sights for another summer movie on the big screen. SRSLY will be showing family favorite “Cars”. Gates open at 8:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 9:30 p.m., so make sure to get there early for ...

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Pickleball Community Connection with Rec It Tuesday in Chelsea

Pickleball Community Connection with Rec It Tuesday in Chelsea

By Natalie DaviesChelsea Area Friends of Recreation (CAFR) hosted Rec It Tuesday at TimberTown on June 25 for community members to learn to play pickleball, enjoy live music and seek library services via Mobee the Chelsea District Library van. More than 60 people of all ages showed up for the free event. CAFR provided balls ...