Clinton Community Schools Announces Two Leadership Appointments for 2026-27
CLINTON — Clinton Community Schools has announced two leadership appointments that will take effect with the start of the 2026-27 school year. Mary Kokenakes has been named the new principal of Clinton Middle School, succeeding Katie Richardson. Kokenakes brings nearly 20 years of education experience and has served as
What’s that at Gallup Park? Huron River mussels being relocated for big project
ANN ARBOR, MI — Visitors to Gallup Park may notice some extra trucks and crews working near the U.S. 23 bridge over the Huron River this week, Ann Arbor’s parks department says. What’s it all about?. Contractors working for the Michigan Department of Transportation are conducting freshwater...
Saline Township Board Changes Leadership After Supervisor Resigns
Saline Township has a new supervisor and treasurer after a June 10 meeting brought major changes to the township board. Supervisor James Marion resigned effective immediately during the regular meeting. After accepting the resignation, the board appointed Trustee Tom Hammond as supervisor. Hammond then stepped down fro
20-year-old charged with attempted murder in Ann Arbor shooting
ANN ARBOR, MI - A 20-year-old has been charged with attempted murder for a shooting in Ann Arbor that injured a woman. Jason Marqavis Smith, 20, was arraigned June 10 on charges of assault with intent to murder, fleeing police in the third degree, resisting and obstructing a police officer, and three weapons charges in
Saline Opens Swim and Dive Program to Tecumseh Students
Tecumseh swim and dive students may soon have a new place to compete after Saline Area Schools agreed to open its program to them. The Saline Board of Education voted 6-0 June 9, with Dr. Lauren Gold absent, to approve a Michigan High School Athletic Association application to form and support a boys and girls swim and
Gravel Hauler MVA Reported in Saline
Residents are reporting more gravel haulers, likely on the way to the data center prospect, driving up, down and around Michigan Avenue. Thursday morning, a motor vehicle crash was reported. Efforts to teach Police Chief Marlene Radzik were not successful. At 7:10 a.m., the dispatch sent the Saline Area Fire...
Man convicted, sentenced to life for murder of former Ann Arbor police oversight commissioner
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – A man convicted in the fatal attack of a founding member of the Ann Arbor Independent Community Police Oversight Commission was sentenced on Friday to life without the possibility of parole. Ricky McCain, 57, was charged with first-degree murder, first-degree home invasion and criminal sexual...
Ragstock Vintage Clothing Chain Finds Storefront at Twelve Oaks Mall
A company selling new and vintage clothing is coming to the mall this year. From the Twelve Oaks Mall website, a new Ragstock location is on the way to the shopping center, 27500 Novi Road. This will be the company’s third in the state, again bringing new fashion options to the area. CEO of Ragstock Libby Finn told Wha
2 women who threw food, assaulted restaurant employee sought by police
PITTSFIELD TWP., MI - Police are looking for two women who threw a plate at and then assaulted a restaurant employee in Pittsfield Township. Two women are accused of throwing a plate at a restaurant employee around 10 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at a restaurant in the 4000 block of E. Ellsworth Road in Pittsfield Township, a
Water resources office highlights accomplishments in Washtenaw County
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI — Washtenaw County water officials have released their 2025 annual progress report highlighting efforts to protect local waterways and improve infrastructure across the county. The report shows advances in flood reduction, water quality improvements and community education programs throughout the y

















