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Finally on Field Together, Johnson Twins Form Prolific Pair in Manchester Backfield

When Donte Johnson was a freshman, he was called up to the Manchester varsity football team. At first, he was a fifth-quarter player, moving up from the junior varsity to also play one quarter in the varsity’s games. He eventually made the Flying Dutchman special teams lineup. Jayden Johnson,...

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Chelsea Teacher Selected to be Part of a Unique National History Day Program

Announced on Veterans Day, National History Day (NHD), a nonprofit working to improve the teaching and learning of history in U.S. schools, said Tiffany Manning, of Chelsea’s Beach Middle School, has been selected as part of a program that has teachers and students researching the lives of U.S. service members and documenting their personal stories.

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DNR Shares Mining Concerns Near Watkins Lake State Park

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is raising serious concerns about a proposed gravel mine next to Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve in Norvell Township. In a November fifth letter to township trustees, DNR Director Scott Bowen warned the proposed operation could damage the park’s wetlands, water quality, wildlife habitat and recreational experience. The proposed mine would cover a 625-acre site adjacent to the park and Watkins Lake, with mining and truck operations expected to continue for 20 years. The DNR also cites potential problems from dust, noise and increased truck traffic. The letter comes as Norvell Township considers whether to approve or deny the mining permit. The full letter is available at Irish Hills Concerned Citizens website.

Norvell Township, MI · 2d

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City of Chelsea: Regular Meeting Synopsis 10/19/26

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States. Public Comments (available in person and via Zoom) Approval of Appointments to Deer Management Committee (Mayor Henson) MOTION Iannelli SECONDED Stump to expand the Deer Management Committee and appoint all applicants. All ayes. Motion carried. Acceptance of Human Rights Commission...

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Strong El Niño Could Mean a Milder Winter for Washtenaw County

Washtenaw County could be headed for a warmer winter with less snow than usual as a strengthening El Niño influences weather across the country. Cold snaps and heavy snow remain possible, even during a season that ends up milder overall. In its Nov. 12 update, the National Oceanic and...

Washtenaw County, MI · 23h

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City of Chelsea: Notice of Public Hearing 12/10/26

A Public Hearing has been scheduled for Thursday, December 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., during the Special City Council Meeting located in Council Chambers, 311 S. Main Street, Chelsea, MI 48118. The proposed changes to water and sewer utility rates will be the subject of this hearing. Public comments, either...

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Reverse sweep books spot in G-MAC semifinals

Seniors Molly Kennedy and Marcelina Gorny with their parents Nov. 6. Hillsdale volleyball stormed back to defeat Ohio Dominican University 3-2 after losing the first two sets in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference tournament quarterfinals Nov. 10. The Chargers will play Ashland University in the semifinals in Ashland, Ohio, Nov....

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Dawn Theater to open speakeasy

The Dawn Theater will sell coffee and cocktails in its Speakeasy Coffee Lounge, according to a plan by its new management team to reimagine the historic theater as a day-and-night community-building space. Speakeasy LLC, the Dawn’s new management team, is an event business hosted in the Dawn Theater and operated...

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City of Dexter: Public Utility Operator Job Opening

First Review of Applications: Thursday, December 3, 2026. Starting Compensation: $22.35 – $25.15 per hour (DOQ), plus hourly license pay, plus comprehensive benefits package. Are you curious about how science and engineering come together to provide safe drinking water and protect the environment? Do you enjoy working with laboratory testing, chemical and biological processes, and hands-on mechanical systems? If so, the City of Dexter has an exciting opportunity for you!

Dexter, MI · 1d

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Saline, Milan and Chelsea Schools Receive $115,000 to Support New Educators

New teachers have plenty to learn beyond what happens in the classroom, and three local school districts are getting some extra help making sure they don’t have to figure it all out alone. Saline Area Schools, Milan Area Schools and Chelsea School District will receive a combined $115,222 in...

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Chelsea Council Approves WAVE Transportation for Schools

Chelsea City Council approved a new Skip the Line pilot program in conjunction with the Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE) at the Nov. 9 meeting in order to reduce traffic congestion during morning hours. The topic was first addressed by Council at the Sept. 28 meeting, where Mayor Kate Henson...

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Christmas Craft Show kicks off in Mason for 51st year

MASON, Mich. (WLNS) — The holiday season is fast approaching and already Mid-Michigan locals are gearing up early for gift giving. One of the places that offers some unique local handmade items is the Mason Christmas Craft Show, which will be kicking off Thursday morning and continuing through Saturday. This is the show’s 51st year […]

Mason, MI · 1d

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‘Hillsdale people love Hillsdale people’: Alumna joins DC staff

Josie Miller is now Hillsdale’s manager of professional development. Courtesy | Austin Thomason. An alumna and the daughter of a professor now works as the manager of professional development at Hillsdale in Washington, D.C. Josie Miller ’22 joined the staff in June, after working for the news division of...

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Celebrate the season at area events

Eaton Rapids Medical Center is holding a non-perishable food drive, through Nov. 14, with all donations going to Eaton Rapids agencies – Heart and Hands and St. Vincent de Paul. Collection barrels will be located throughout town. Peace Lutheran Church in Charlotte has announced its annual Cookie Walk and...

Eaton Rapids, MI · 1d

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Kuzma earns back-to-back G-MAC titles, men finish sixth

Junior Ally Kuzma at the G-MAC Conference Championship Nov. 7. Junior Ally Kuzma defended her Great Midwest Athletic Conference individual title Nov. 7, winning the 2026 Women’s Cross Country Championship for the second year in a row as the women’s team finished third overall at the meet. “I...

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Share the Warmth buys former school building

Share the Warmth purchased the former Hillsdale Preparatory School building on Mechanic Road for $425,000 Oct. 31 with the plan to open a year-round homeless shelter. Share the Warmth is a local nonprofit and the only official homeless shelter in Hillsdale County, operating out of Sozo Church since 2019. Its current location will close March 31 next year, limited by its contract with the church. The shelter is currently open every night from Nov. 1 to April 1. At its new location, it plans to open year-round from 4:45 p.m. to 8 a.m. starting Nov. 1 of next year.

Hillsdale County, MI · 1d

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North quad adds snow, ice melting system

A new electric heating system will melt snow and ice on the north quad, according to Chief Administrative Officer Rich Péwé. The snow melt system was installed beneath the recently-poured concrete under the quad in front of Christ Chapel, and the college plans to install more under the undercroft, grand staircase, and all other pavement around the north quad, according to Péwé.

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