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(Chelsea Update would like to thank Susan Bryan for the information in this story.) Train as a Master Rain Gardener – and add another skill to your portfolio – and become a resource for your neighborhood by keeping river water … Read more
Gertrude E. Smith of Chelsea, Michigan, age 77, passed away at her home on Friday, Dec. 27, 2013. She was born on Oct. 13, 1936 in Ann Arbor, Michigan the daughter of William and Amalie (Wilkens) Wente. Gert had lived … Read more
(Chelsea Update would like to thank Christine Jarchow, fitness testing coordinator/personal trainer, Chelsea Wellness Center, for the information in this story.) A new year brings new hope and dreams. When we make New Year’s resolutions, we realize very quickly how … Read more
In police news this week, on Christmas, a Chelsea man was arrested on a bench warrant when he arrived in a place he’d been asked not to frequent for causing trouble there. For the full story, click here.
The Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority would like to remind Chelsea residents that curbside pick-up of recycling this week will be one day later. The west side of the city and Main Street will have its recycling picked up on Thursday, … Read more
(Chelsea Update would like to thank Todd Ortbring for the information in this story.) The Yellow Door farm-to-table fundraising initiative is hosting a special benefit brunch for At-Risk Youth in Chelsea on Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 a.m. to noon … Read more
The Chelsea District Library will again present its winter music series with performances suitable for all ages. No registration is required, just drop-in. So, mark your calendars now. Chelsea Percussion Ensembles Saturday, Jan. 11 | 1-2 p.m. | McKune Room … Read more
I’m making four changes in 2014 for Chelsea Update — all at the request of readers. 1. Many times, readers say they’ve missed a story that they were hoping to read and I find myself getting on the site and … Read more
George Washington’s Secret Six, The Spy Ring that Saved the American Revolution By Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger, hardback, $27.95 Christmas morning with the snow gently falling outside my window, I closed the back cover of “George Washington’s Secret Six” … Read more
There will be a Red Cross blood drive at the Chelsea District Library on Jan. 8 in the McKune room from 1-7 p.m. Those who would like to donate blood are encouraged to sign up for a 15-minute reserved spot, or … Read more
On Monday, Jan. 6 from 1:30-4:30 p.m., the Chelsea District Library will host a navigator for the president’s new health reform Affordable Care Act 1:1 on the second floor of the library. If you need assistance applying for health insurance … Read more
By Lisa Carolin Since the time she started playing field hockey in elementary school, Maggie Cole has shown great promise. Now the Chelsea High School sophomore, who plays for the Washtenaw Whippets, has distinguished herself as one of the best … Read more
(Chelsea Update would like to thank Sara Wedell, head of adult services, for this information.) Are you looking for a good book to read during the holidays? Here is a list of some of the favorite reads of 2013 from … Read more
The Hometown Holiday Planning Committee met last week for a wrap-up meeting and once again, the community enjoyed the three-day event in record numbers. Here’s what was reported. About 150 people witnessed the Christmas tree lighting at Pierce Park. More … Read more