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Chelsea Residents Push Back Against Extending Noise Ordinance Hours
At the July 15, 2024, City Council meeting, Chelsea’s Downtown Development Authority recommended extending the city’s noise ordinance from 10 p.m. to midnight, a move some businesses support but concerns some residents. “This is not just about downtown, this is about the community as a whole (and) providing...
Expect delays Monday on these Washtenaw County roads
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – The Washtenaw County Road Commission on Sunday issued advisories for road work beginning Monday, July 22. There will be likely delays and lane restrictions on Dixboro Road, between Five Mile Road and Six Mile Road, in Northfield Township for forestry work. This is to last about five days.
What’s that? A new development is taking shape near Jackson
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – A new development in taking shape in Summit Township that will bring another bank branch to the area. Southern Michigan Bank & Trust is developing a new Jackson-area branch on the corner of Horton Road and Weatherwax Drive. Construction began in June, and bank officials anticipate the new branch to be complete by the end of the year, President/CEO John Waldron said.
Renovation of historic Washtenaw County township hall faces criticism
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - Lima Township Hall, built in the 1880s, is a sentimental building to township Supervisor Duane Luick, but Elaine Bater, a former township clerk, mostly remembers the dead bats and rats she cleaned out of its walls. Bater spent hours, she said, cleaning in the hall at...
Sheriff candidate says licensing complaint, investigation ‘a made-up thing’
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – The state is investigating a Washtenaw County sheriff’s candidate for allegedly misrepresenting himself as a social worker. A complaint filed May 14 with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs pointed to Derrick Jackson’s campaign material and social media as evidence he has been improperly saying he is a social worker, according to documents obtained by a Freedom of Information Act request. A representative from LARA said the department does not comment on ongoing investigations.
Construction to begin soon on revamped gas station, retail building in Hamburg Township
HAMBURG TWP. — A local gas station owner says construction of a revamped station and new retail building should begin this summer. After it's complete, he'll build 40 townhomes for rent. The rental community will be called Hamburg Village Townhomes. Ronny Hamama of RDH Properties has owned the Mobile...
Sheriff candidate taken to court for $21K in debt, says it makes her relatable
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Capitol One sued a Washtenaw County sheriff candidate for owing nearly $21,000, court records show. The credit card company filed a lawsuit against Alyshia Dyer, one of three Democrats appearing on the Aug. 6 primary ballot, in February. The debt was primarily daily living costs incurred while she was in graduate school, Dyer said, and she believes her the debt makes her more relatable to voters.
Balloons launch as Hot Air Jubilee kicks off in Jackson
JACKSON, MI – Thousands watched as hot air balloons launched at the Hot Air Jubliee in Jackson on Friday, July 19. The Jubilee at Ella Sharp Park is a community event put on by sponsors and volunteers. Pilots like Angela Madden and Craig Campbell are participating this weekend. If...
New Hydrants will Help the Dexter Area Fire Department
Dexter Township will be making some improvements at Fire Station 2 that are expected to help firefighters and in turn the community. At its July 16 meeting, the Dexter Township Board authorized a payment of up to $125,000 to the Dexter Area Fire Department (DAFD) to support a well and hydrant at Fire Station 2, two dry hydrants and project management costs.
Washtenaw County Conservation District millage up for 6-year renewal on August ballot
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – A millage that funds the Washtenaw County Conservation District is set to expire in 2025, but voters may elect to extend it in the August election. The proposal seeks to renew the current 0.020-mill tax for another six years, meaning it will expire in 2031.
National Advanced Mobility Consortium Opens Headquarters in Ann Arbor
The National Advanced Mobility Consortium Inc. has announced the opening of its new headquarters in Ann Arbor. The expansion reflects NAMC’s continued growth and its commitment to advancing defense technology […] The post National Advanced Mobility Consortium Opens Headquarters in Ann Arbor appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Dexter City Council Renames Mill Creek Trail to Honor Paul and Pat Cousins
At its July 8, 2024, meeting, Dexter City Council unanimously voted to rename the Mill Creek Trail to commemorate Paul and Pat Cousins as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. Pat and Paul were deeply involved in the Dexter community. Paul is known for being a teacher, restaurant owner,...
Michigan Colleges Affected by Global CrowdStrike Outage
(TNS) — Michigan's state government acknowledged Friday that some services have been affected by a faulty software update by a cybersecurity company that affected airports, hospitals, businesses and others in the United States and around the world, especially call centers, while a university and college were impacted. Cybersecurity firm...
Jackson County spending $38K on campaign to pass jail millage
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is putting in extra effort to pass a millage, similar to one that previously failed, to address the county’s crumbling jail. To encourage voters to approve a tax increase, the county has budgeted $38,000 on an educational campaign...
Manchester District Library at risk of closure if millage does not pass
MANCHESTER, MI – A long-standing library is at potential risk of closure if Manchester voters do not pass a proposal on Aug. 6. The Manchester District Library is asking for a tax reduction, in order to contribute to reducing property taxes in the Manchester area. The 0.9999-mill tax for ten years, beginning in 2025, is on the primary election ballot. This tax proposal is a decrease from the previous millage of 1.045 mills.
Saline City Council Meets to Discuss Downtown Mixed-use and Residential Renderings
Proposed 3-D models show potential buildings in downtown Saline. On Monday, July 15th, Saline City Council held a regular session to discuss Downtown mixed-use and residential renderings. Mixed-use renderings are proposed ideas that incorporate multiple types of uses for buildings – commercial, retail, and residential. After first introducing the...
Michigan native, Daily Show correspondent Jordan Klepper roasts Ohio State in favor of Michigan
The Michigan-Ohio State football rivalry garnered the attention of a Daily Show correspondent — Jordan Klepper — during his segment about the Republican National Convention. Former U.S. President and 2024 Republican nominee Donald Trump named Ohio senator J.D. Vance as his vice president running mate. During his acceptance speech, Vance shouted out growing up in Buckeye State and attending Ohio State, which drew an "OH-IO" chant from the Ohio contingent in the crowd but also boos from...
Voters asked to renew tax to maintain roads in Saline Township
WASTHENAW COUNTY, MI – Saline Township is asking voters to renew a tax to maintain roads in the Aug. 6 primary election. The 1-mill tax, beginning in 2025 and lasting till 2028, would be dedicated to maintaining and reconstructing the township’s gravel roads. The tax would raise an...
Saline District Library: Part-Time Building Monitor
STATUS: Part-time (10-15 hours/week, Monday-Friday afternoons between 2:30 & 6:00 pm during the school year) This person will walk the building and grounds to assure a safe and secure environment for all patrons, to maintain an orderly atmosphere conducive to library study and enjoyment, and to discourage inappropriate behaviors. ESSENTIAL...
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