“What he did to his neighbors is not a normal or healthy reaction in a free society.” The man behind last year’s string of politically charged vandalism incidents in the Dexter and Chelsea areas pled no contest and was sentenced on July 14th. The investigation moved forward when at least one victim provided police with ...
“These are the people that are fixing your roofs and cleaning your houses and working in the back of restaurants.” Dexter Township will host a second public conversation focused on immigration on Thursday, July 31 at 6:00 p.m. at Township Hall, 6880 Dexter-Pinckney Road. The event, “Let’s Talk About Immigration: Part 2,” follows an earlier ...
“I didn’t think that this was very much of a big deal for me.” When a woman in Saline found herself stuck between a rock and a hard place, she didn’t expect an angel to swoop in to the rescue. But that’s definitely what happened. “Today, this young man is my hero!” LeAnne Milkey posted ...
Where will they live? Does insurance cover it? Do I have to pay for it? What happens if we can’t afford it? These aren’t questions you really want to ask about your loved ones but most of us will be expected to help with the answers at some point. In the blink of an unexpected ...
Each of the participating retail shops will have light snacks, unique sales, and special offers Downtown Dexter Merchants will host its popular Sip and Shop event on Friday, May 9, from 4 to 8 p.m. This spring edition, themed around Mother’s Day, offers an evening of shopping, chatting, and sipping, all with a fun buzz ...
“Due process isn’t about shielding wrongdoing—it’s about ensuring the government doesn’t wrongfully punish YOU without fair notice and a chance to respond.” Whether on the news, in a speech, or on a sign, you’ve probably heard the term “due process” at least once in the last several months. Many people are not entirely familiar with ...
Officials are weighing the county’s legal options According to a statement released by Washtenaw County Commissioner Katie Scott, on April 10, 2025, Washtenaw County officials received an immigration enforcement subpoena and a notice of inspection of I-9 forms. The administrative subpoena, issued by the US Department of Homeland Security, is a formal request for “information, ...
Among the infinite reasons to enjoy living in and around western Washtenaw County, one of the best is the abundance of local farmers markets. From Stockbridge and Manchester to Saline and Ypsilanti—together covering almost every day of the week—there is always a well-stocked farmers market nearby. Most people know farmers markets are filled with local ...
Approving the ambitious plans will not cause any increase in taxes. In a special election scheduled for May 6th, Dexter Community Schools (DCS) will be asking voters in the school district to consider a bond proposal worth $241,865,000. While there is a lot to know before casting a vote, the most important is that approving ...
“Monday night, the DCS Board of Education voted to pursue tenure charges against a DCS teacher. Filing tenure charges is part of the process of terminating a contract with a tenured teacher.” At the Dexter Community Schools Board of Education meeting on Monday, February 24, the board entered a closed session to discuss what was ...
“He practiced with a rifle every day since he drew the tag.” A remarkable story of dedication, skill, and a little luck concluded earlier in January when 12-year-old Milan resident Dean Wojtowicz traveled to northern Michigan with his family to pick something he’d left there after a 2023 hunting trip. Back on October 1, 2023, ...
Elle Cole will serve as Acting City Manager while the city works to identify a new permanent manager The City of Saline has announced a change in leadership as City Manager Colleen O’Toole prepares to leave her position at the end of January. While O’Toole remains in her role for the next few weeks, the ...
Proposed Utility Upgrades Could Alter Dexter-Chelsea Road’s Scenic Charm DTE Energy’s plans to update its electrical infrastructure as part of a $14 million regional improvement project have drawn attention and concern from area residents. The project, aimed at reducing outage durations and bolstering reliability, includes re-routing a 40KV transmission line along Dexter-Chelsea Road between North ...
The outcome of these discussions could shape the future of Saline’s downtown revitalization efforts. At its December 2nd meeting, the Saline City Council heard a presentation by Praxis Properties, owners and operators of Murphy’s Crossing in downtown Saline, regarding the possibility of a public-private partnership to create a downtown gathering space. Praxis Properties representative Tyler ...
“I think it’s something really special that we do here, and it’s because we recognize all the hard work that our community members put into their gardens and their spaces.” The City of Saline unveiled the winners of its annual Green Thumb Awards at its December 2 city council meeting. The Green Thumb Awards are ...
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