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Recent obituary: David Richard Watson

David Richard Watson of Grass Lake, age 65, died Monday, May 29, 2017 in Jackson County. He was born Aug. 22, 1951 in Coldwater, Michigan, the son of Richard Lloyd and Myrtle (Wakeham) Watson. David lived on his family farm … Read more

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Lyme Disease can be transmitted by ticks in Washtenaw County

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Kayla Steinberg for the information in this story.) Publisher’s note: I’ve found two ticks crawling on me recently so they are out there. Please beware. Washtenaw County Public Health reminds residents that Lyme disease … Read more

North America’s Largest Woodpecker is Making a Comeback

By Tom Hodgson (Chelsea Update would like to welcome back Tom Hodgson and his very popular wildlife columns, and to thank the Waterloo Natural History Association for its sponsorship of wildlife programs at the Eddy Discovery Center.) Before the settlers … Read more

Beware of ‘can you hear me?’ phone scams

The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is warning everyone about recent ‘Can You Hear Me’ phone scams. Scam callers are trying to get victims to say the word “yes” during a call and later use a recording of the response … Read more

Winter weather advisory until 11 p.m. Monday

The National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow, which is in effect from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday. HAZARDOUS WEATHER * Light snow will overspread southeastern Michigan after 6 a.m. and continue throughout … Read more

Conservation District spring tree and plant sale underway

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Rice for the information in this story.) By planting properly selected plants you can provide food and cover that will attract a variety of wildlife to your property. Evergreens provide good nesting cover … Read more

March 27: auditions for Sounds and Sights on Thursday Nights

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Bridget Favre for the information in this story.) Sounds and Sights on Thursday Nights, one of Michigan’s premier summer concert series, is accepting applications to be considered for this summer’s entertainment lineup. Auditions will … Read more

Recent obituary: Christopher P. Hays

Christopher P. Hays of the Grass Lake/Chelsea area passed away Dec. 14, 2016 at home surrounded by family. Chris proudly served his country as a U.S. Navy helicopter pilot. One of his most proud moments was receiving an air medal … Read more