See who won the Democratic nomination for County Sheriff and more Voters across Michigan turned out to cast their ballots in yesterday’s primary election. Of the 324,138 registered voters in Washtenaw County, 83,375 weighed in on regional ballot initiatives and set the stage for partisan candidates in the November general election. Washtenaw County’s 26% turnout ...
With some help from a planning assistance grant, Scio Township is moving forward with a project for the Jackson Road corridor. The township board was awarded a grant from the organization, Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG). At its July 23 meeting, the Scio board accepted the SEMCOG planning assistance grant and authorized the Township ...
There’s a need, according to Scio Township officials, to take another look at putting a fire services ballot question before township voters. So come November 5, voters will again be asked whether or not they want to pay more to add more to this essential service. This will come a year after Scio voters said ...
Simplified ballot explanations for Dexter area primary voters Elections are the crux of democracy, guaranteeing every registered voter an equal voice. As good citizens and neighbors, we are all responsible for being engaged and informed voters. However, complicated ballot language, unfamiliar technical terms, and partisan rhetoric can make that seem almost impossible. Below is a ...
The mysterious death of William Benz Jr. left investigators confused and conflicted Photo: William Edward Benz’s final resting place was in the family plot in Forest Hill Cemetery, Ann Arbor. His epitaph is in German and from 1 Samuel 20:3, translated as “There is only one step between life and death.” 1 Sam. 20:3. Credit: ...
So what’s next for Scio Township when it comes to the Township Manager? Another Township Manager/Administrator has stepped down from the role after it was announced Joyce Parker, who has served in the role for over a year, will be leaving the township effective September 15. In its announcement about the news, Scio Township said ...
There might be a question mark with the clerk position in Webster Township. Former Township Clerk Barbara Calleja stepped down from her elected role last month to become the Deputy Clerk for Scio Township. At the Webster Township Board meeting in May, the board appointed Tonie Brovont as Township Clerk, effective June 1, to complete ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Naming the solar panel walkway was an important decision for Dexter Community Schools and the many students who helped pick it, and that’s why the Board of Education voted to name it for long-time teacher Kate Boynton, who passed away in 2020. DCS announced on June 5, the naming of the walkway. In its announcement, ...
The Session Room has a new owner with a familiar name. On June 4, the Arbor Brewing Company announced that its back, but in a new westside location on Jackson Road in Scio Township. “Yesterday we closed on the purchase of The Session Room on Ann Arbor’s west side and will be reopening today as ...
A lot of eyes in the community have been watching the construction of Woodview Commons, the new mixed-use development that’s heavy on the residential side being built at Jackson and Baker roads. One set of eyes is Dexter Community Schools. Located in Dexter school district boundaries, the development is expected to bring an influx of ...
Greek cuisine and homemade pastries, dance performances by church youth, live music by Enigma, tours of a Byzantine-architecture church, a raffle grand prize trip to Greece for two, daily raffle prizes donated by area businesses, and much more! With its food, entertainment and atmosphere, the Ya’ssoo Greek Festival of Ann Arbor is a great way ...
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