Who’s responsible for fixing the pothole on your drive to work? Who makes our highways safe for summer travel? Road responsibility is complex so here’s a breakdown of who takes care of our roads and where the money comes from. Editor’s note: The Sun Times News has a new column we are devoting to breaking ...
Lima Township has a plan and the money for the upcoming renovation of the historic township hall. Township supervisor Duane Luick recently updated the community on the plan that has an approved projected cost of $1.149 million. “I’d like to inform all the Lima Township residents about the upcoming renovation of our historic town hall ...
On the importance of open communication, strategic planning, and community engagement In a recent interview with STN, Saline City Manager Colleen O’Toole shared insights into her role, the city’s achievements, and future plans. Raised by a family dedicated to government service through roles from postal worker to Police Chief, O’Toole earned a Master’s in Public ...
Built 80 years ago, the bridge on Guenther Road needs some work. The Lima Township Board re-introduced the improvement project idea at its July 8 meeting. The township wants a better idea of the potential costs, so it’s now looking to the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) for an updated estimate on construction and engineering ...
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) sent out a “Lift Notice” on July 10 stating the water in Sylvan Township is safe to drink. Here is the notice: This is to provide you with follow-up notification that the water safety concern at Sylvan Township has been investigated and resolved. Residents can ...
Serendipity Books announced it is “thrilled to welcome Governor Gretchen Whitmer to Chelsea in support of her autobiography, ‘True Gretch’.” Serendipity Books said Whitmer will be joined in conversation by Jeff Daniels, actor, playwright, and founder of The Purple Rose Theatre. The ticketed event will take place at The Purple Rose Theatre Company at 7 ...
A man has been arrested in connection with the July 8 break in at the Sylvan Township Water Treatment Plant, according to Michigan State Police (MSP). In alerting the community on July 8, Sylvan Township Supervisor Kathleen Kennedy said, “For the time being, out of extreme caution, we are advising no municipal water use, other ...
The vote in the August 6 Primary is looking like an important one for Webster Township voters. Not only is their competition for who will serve on the board of trustees and as supervisor, but there also two millage proposals for voters to answer. The primary will see voters pick the Democratic and Republican candidates ...
The Multi Lake Water & Sewer Authority wants to learn more about where the PFAS forever chemicals are originating from and how it’s getting into the wastewater stream at Multi Lake’s facility on North Territorial in Dexter Township. Officials said PFAS has been detected in the plant’s monitoring wells, but not in nearby homes, where ...
Dexter Township is continuing its remodel of township hall after approving Phase 2 Town Hall Remodel Contracts at its last board meeting. At its June 18 meeting, the Dexter Township Board approved a few contracts to do a range of work, including for bathroom upgrades, natural light doors and flooring, lighting, and amenities, furnishings, and ...
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 ...
Community News Despite a record-breaking heatwave, visitors to the Chelsea Sounds and Sights Thursday evening, June 20th, took time to stop and meet Hill Harper. Mr. Harper is running to fill Debbie Stabenow’s seat for the U.S. Senate. He reminded those gathered that voting in the primary is scheduled for August 6th, only eight weeks ...
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 ...
The City of Saline has announced an upcoming Coffee & Conversation event, scheduled for early July, to discuss proposed revisions to the City charter that will appear on ballots in the upcoming August and November elections. This event provides residents with an opportunity to understand the proposed changes and ask questions before casting their vote. ...
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 ...
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