Please mark your calendar and join our colleagues in celebrating diversity, inclusion, and empowerment at the Disability Network’s “Tie Dye-namite” Annual ADA Celebration 2024. This vibrant event will be held on July 26th, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Washtenaw Office. Event Details: Date: July 26th, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 ...
Ready or not, Michigan’s state primary election is just around the corner. Though an August 6th election may feel blissfully far away, absentee ballots become available on Thursday, June 27. So whether you are a first-time voter or an old pro, here are some things to know about the August primary. The Basics There are ...
Under a sunny sky with the street and sidewalks lined with people smiling and waving, the Dexter Bicentennial Parade was one for the history books. Over 50 marching groups and about 30 single vehicles participated in the parade with the theme “A March through Time.” It truly was a community parade as kids, adults, groups ...
In a twist that could rival any treasure hunt, Dexter, Michigan, has once again buried a piece of its present for future generations to discover. On the balmy evening of Friday, June 21, 2024, the Dexter Area Historical Society laid to rest a new time capsule, set to be unearthed in 2074 during the city’s ...
By Sue Kelch On June 14, 1899, the cornerstone of the Saline Methodist Episcopal Church was laid. And by coincidence on June 14, 125 years later, I sat down with one of the managing partners of the Salt Springs Brewery, Ron Schofield, Jr. – which is housed in that former church. You could say Salt ...
Charges have been filed in the investigation of the Scio Township Hall situation involving computer access, an email message and a calendar invitation. The Sun Times News (STN) followed up with the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) and was told in the case connected with current township board trustee, supervisor candidate and resident Jillian Kerry ...
In May 2024, Deputies responded to 834 calls for police service in Scio Township, up from 826 the previous year, a 1% increase. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-May) are 3,880, down from 4,100 for the same period last year, a 5% decrease. Officers conducted 310 traffic stops, down from 313 last year. Sixty-three citations were ...
In May 2024, Deputies responded to 223 calls for police service in the City of Dexter, down from 262 the previous year, a 15% decrease. Total calls for 2024 (Jan-May) are 1,323, up from 1,189 for the same period last year, an 11% increase. Officers conducted 88 traffic stops, down from 112 last year. One ...
By Trevor Sullivan The Encore Musical Theatre Company has unveiled its lineup for the 2024/25 season as tickets have gone on sale, featuring a blend of world premieres, Michigan premieres, and beloved classics. Season 16 promises to captivate audiences with a diverse array of productions, starting with the world premiere of “NEW WORLD COMIN’.” Conceived ...
By Water Kraft The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents today (June 20) approved a 2024-25 General Fund operating budget of $317 million. Revenues include $220 million in tuition and fees, $86.4 million in state appropriations, investment income of $4.7 million and $5.1 million in other revenue resources. Expenditures include $155.9 million in personnel costs, ...
Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor, Superior Dixboro Rd between Plymouth Rd and M-14 Road closure June 17 – July 1 Augusta Intersection of Whittaker Rd & Willis Rd Road closure June 3 – Aug. 19 Bridgewater Local and Primary Soft Surface Roads Intermittent lane restrictions June 14 – July 3 Bridgewater, Freedom Schneider Rd between ...
By Cynthia Furlong Reynolds Fred Rogers once observed, “Retirement is when you think you’re at the end of something, but really you’re at the beginning of something else.” Pat Winton is the living embodiment of those words. At the age of 85, the former trapper/gandy dancer/carnival hawker/ long-haul driver/lumberjack/ automotive engineer/international business owner/ship’s captain has ...
Changes are coming to the closed down Fillmore Bar & Grill, starting with its name. The restaurant in downtown Dexter closed late last year and was eventually sold to a new ownership team. The Sun Times News (STN) was able to speak with the new owners about the plan for the location that for years ...
Chelsea, MIFireworks on the Farm. “We have a family-fun filled day planned. Come visit Robin Hills Farm – 129 acre property – during the day and end the night with an exciting fireworks display.” On-site parking will be available for $20 per car. There’s also parking at the Chelsea Fairgrounds with a WAVE shuttle provided ...
Community News The Washtenaw County Health Department is closing Independence Lake Beach due to high levels of E. coli bacteria. Independence Lake Beach is located at Independence Lake County Park, 3200 Jennings Rd, Whitmore Lake. The high levels were detected through routine testing done at public bathing beaches during the summer months. The closure is ...
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