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Dec. 8: Messy Church at Chelsea First UMC

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Liza Gray-Jarvis for the information in this story.) The next Messy Church will take place on Dec. 8 at Chelsea First United Methodist Church, 128 Park St. from 4-6 p.m. What to Expect at … Read more

This Week’s City of Chelsea Meeting Schedule

(Publisher’s note: Each Sunday, I plan to run a list of the upcoming week’s City of Chelsea meetings. This information is thanks to the efforts of Chelsea Clerk Lyn Sebestyen.) Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 9:00 a.m. Parks Commission, 311 South … Read more

Dec. 7-8: Christmas on the Farm and at Dewey School

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Kevin Frahm for the information and photos in this story.) The Waterloo Area Historical Society will host its annual “Christmas on the Farm and at Dewey School” on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 … Read more

Recent Obituary: John Gagern Riske

John Gagern Riske, age 76, died Thursday, November 28, 2024 at Chelsea Hospital. He was born April 24, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Edwin A. and Gertrude E. (Gagern) Riske. John attended Lutheran East High School and graduated … Read more

Chelsea City Council Hears Audit Presentation

By Lisa Carolin A presentation on the City of Chelsea’s finalized financial audit for 2023-2024 was presented by Plante Moran to Chelsea City Council at its Nov. 25, meeting. (An overview of the audit report is at the end of … Read more

Chelsea Man Burned; House Destroyed in Fire

A Chelsea man suffered first-and second-degree burns in a house fire in the 5900 Block of Sibley Road at about 9:35 p.m. on Nov. 26. His wife and daughter, who were also living in the home, were unhurt. When Chelsea … Read more

Giving Thanks for Don Cole Community Thanksgiving

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Sharon Kegerreis for the information and photos in this story.) The Don Cole Community Thanksgiving Lunch, underwritten by Allen and Wendy Cole and Linda Cole, is an annual tradition that gives special meaning to … Read more

Talking Turkey: Wild Turkey Fun Facts

Wild turkeys are more than a Thanksgiving symbol—they’re nature’s showstoppers, captivating us with their unique traits and rich history. Here are some fun facts to share this season: Astoundingly Swift: Wild Turkeys can run at speeds of 25 mph and … Read more