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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

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

Nov. 25: ‘Donutpalooza’ begins at Salem Grove UMC

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Shirley Hoppe for the information in this story.) It’s “Donutpalooza” time again at Salem Grove United Methodist Church. This small country church, located at 3320 Notten Road in the heart of Sylvan Township’s Christmas … Read more