As a community service group who volunteer their time to help others and improve the community through different activities and events throughout the year, the Dexter Lions are always busy making a positive impact. They recently recognized six local high school graduates with some help for the next step in their lives. The Dexter Lions ...
The Dexter Ringers, a local horseshoe pitching club with a rich 46-year history, is hosting a once-in-a-lifetime event—the Dexter Bicentennial Horseshoe Tournament, marking the end of an era. The tournament will take place on Saturday, June 22nd, from 1 pm to 5 pm at Horseshoe Park/1st Street Park, with registration starting at noon. The community ...
A new residential development is being proposed in Scio Township. It would be called Townes at Honey Creek and if it meets the requirements set forth and is approved by the township it would see the construction of 60 townhomes near the corner of Jackson and Staebler roads. The plan was introduced at the June ...
By Trevor Sullivan Verapose Yoga House, located in downtown Dexter, is launching a free, community-wide Movement and Meditation Challenge (M&M Challenge) starting June 15th and running through mid-August. Inspired by the upcoming closure of Baker Road, Courtney wants to motivate the public to get more steps in. “I’m hoping, with all of this construction, we ...
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office announced that this past Sunday, June 9, 2024, Sheriff Jerry Clayton was honored with the prestigious Terrance L. Jungel Sheriff of the Year Award by the Michigan Sheriff’s Association, which represents all 83 counties in Michigan. The award recognizes a sheriff who has made outstanding contributions to law enforcement, demonstrated ...
The vast forests and snowy landscapes of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula have long been home to a thriving population of gray wolves. However, accurately tracking the numbers of these elusive predators has proven to be a challenging task for wildlife researchers – until now. Thanks to the power of artificial intelligence (AI), a new approach is ...
Community News Thank you to everyone who celebrated DCF’s 10th anniversary on June 6th at Cornman Farms. It was a beautiful night and the perfect setting to announce DCF’s Bicentennial Campaign to raise $200,000 in honor of Dexter’s 200th birthday. Thank you to Corman Farms for hosting the event and donating to DCF. The farm ...
By Traci Husse 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 ...
Community News Gallery 100 is delighted to announce the opening of “Outside the Lines,” a vibrant group show from June 26 to August 29. This exhibition will feature the works of emerging artists from across Michigan, offering a diverse and eclectic range of subjects and mediums. “Outside the Lines” highlights each participant’s unique perspectives and ...
Township Where Impact to Traffic Timeline Ann Arbor Local Soft Surface Roads Intermittent lane restrictions June 10 – 20 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, Freedom Schneider Rd between Austin Rd ...
Did you know that the average household in the US wastes 35% of their food? And that annually, food waste in the US accounts for greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 42 coal-fired power plants? Plus, the average family of 4 could save $1500+ a year by reducing food waste. Join the A2ZERO Food Waste Challenge from June 9th – June ...
Community News The Washtenaw County Health Department is reporting 21 cases of pertussis so far in 2024, a sharp increase compared to the previous 3 years. Antibiotic treatment is recommended for pertussis cases and household contacts. Diagnosed individuals should stay away from others until they have completed at least 5 days of antibiotics. Current cases ...
Scio Township is seeing a change in its trash service. At their June 11 meeting, the Scio Township Board approved the signing of the letter agreeing to GFL’s assignment of the Scio Township contract to Priority. This was approved by a 7 to 0 vote of the board. In her report to the board, Scio ...
By Natalie Davies As the Dexter Bicentennial celebration cools down, the city’s road construction projects will heat up, most notably the closure of Baker Road, with the work contract taking effect on the heels of the celebration. Baker Road will be closed for construction from Grand Street to Main Street. According to the city’s website, ...
An investigation is underway into the fire that left a part of Community Park heavily damaged by fire. The Sun Times News followed up with Dexter Area Fire Department Chief Doug Armstrong to ask about the fire that was reported just before 4 p.m. on Friday, June 7. Armstrong said the “fire involved the portable ...
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