Fundraiser supports Michigan summer camp where children on ventilators climb treehouses
ANN ARBOR, MI - A summer camp in the Ann Arbor area brings outdoor experiences to children who rely on ventilators and wheelchairs, lifting some campers 22 feet into the air to reach a treehouse. Trail’s Edge Camp serves 32 ventilator-dependent children each summer, with most campers also using wheelchairs...
Milan Twp. barn destroyed in fire
A Milan Township barn was destroyed along with multiple vehicles in a fire on Monday morning, Feb. 23, at 16340 Cone Road. The cause of the fire remains under investigation as of Tuesday, Feb. 24, according to Milan Area Fire Department Chief D.J. Carpus. The barn was destroyed, along with a truck and forklift...
Police Investigate an Alleged Assault in Dexter
A call to a residence in Dexter has led the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office to forward a case to the prosecutor involving alleged assault and the use of a knife. The Sun Times News was alerted to a possible case involving serious circumstances through the CLEMIS system, which is a Courts and Law Enforcement...
How a sword and SWAT standoff sparked fury over Michigan mental health crisis
Ruben Peeler’s downstairs neighbor and landlords knew he needed help — help they couldn’t provide. So they did what they thought they were supposed to do, calling 911 on multiple occasions as the Ypsilanti man’s behavior grew more erratic and their efforts to break through weren’t working. They called again on Jan....
Music at Michigan needs an all night revival
Sept. 27, 2025 marked the first time the Big House hosted a large outdoor concert with a Grammy award-winning artist. Zach Bryan’s concert, which was the most attended concert in United States history, proved the Big House isn’t just a sports arena but also a cultural space. For most students, however, the concert...
Road Work Advisories For Northfield, Scio & Salem Townships
Some road work advisories for the Washtenaw County area this week. On Tuesday, Corby Energy will be performing utility work on Pratt Rd between Zeeb Road and John Holmes Road in Scio Township. The road will not be closed to traffic, but delays are likely due to a lane closure. WCRC encourages motorists, emergency...
Water Resources Announces 2026 County Cleanup Day Schedule
Washtenaw County Water Resources Materials Management Division has announced the 2026 County Cleanup Day schedule. This year, County residents have access to four County Cleanup Days to dispose of or recycle a variety of household items in a safe and responsible manner. Registration is required to attend any...
Left Turn Lane at Dexter-Ann Arbor and Miller Road Intersection Planned for 2027
The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) has announced a safety project on Dexter-Ann Arbor Road between the City of Dexter and Miller Road in Scio Township. WCRC is planning to install a center left-turn lane on Dexter-Ann Arbor Road at Miller Road, as well as centerline corrugations (rumble strips) on Dexter-Ann...
Bristle Farms named WCCD Conservation Farm of the Year
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. A Manchester-area family has been recognized for their conservation work and is being awarded the 2025 Walter Wolfgang Memorial Conservation Farmer of the Year Award by the Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD). The Walter Wolfgang...
Parking bans, private contractors and priority routes: inside Ann Arbor snow removal
As this week’s rising temperatures melt the snow piles scattering Ann Arbor’s roads, those commuting through the city can finally catch a break from navigating icy streets and snowy paths. As snowplows prepare to park for months without use, the difference in street quality draws attention to the strengths and...
