2012 Primary: Webster Township Supervisor John Kingsley Seeks Second Term

The Webster Township resident is running unopposed in Michigan's August 7 primary election.

Dexter Village Council Approves Two-Way Traffic on Central Street During Reconstruction Project

Reconstruction of Central Street from the Mast Road Bridge to Second Street could last through Labor Day.

2012 Primary: Webster Township Candidates Campaign Ahead of Aug. 7 Primary

Six residents are contending for four open trustee positions in Webster Township.

Snyder Signs Michigan Election Reform Legislation

New election reform bills provide for better documentation of campaign funding across the state.

2012 Primary: Six Vie for Dexter Township Board of Trustees

Steve Feinman, Michael Howard, John Emerick, Bill Gajewski, Carl Lesser, and Jason Maciejewski are campaigning for the Dexter Township Board of Trustees.

Jim Carson Announces Bid for Dexter Village Presidency

The councilman says involving the community in government decisions would be his top priority if elected.

2012 Primary: Two Seek Dexter Township Treasurer Seat

Libby Brushaber, Mark Wojno are campaigning for the treasurer position for Dexter Township.

Patrick Sloan, Dexter Township Planning and Zoning Director, Steps Down After Six Years

The Dexter High School graduate has accepted a job as a community planner with McKenna Associates in Northville.

2012 Primary: Dexter Township Candidates Vie for Supervisor Position

Kathryn Bowring, Pat Kelly, and James Drolett are campaigning for the supervisor position for Dexter Township.

Washtenaw County Health Officials Urge Caution After West Nile Turns Up in Wild Turkey

West Nile Virus is often spread by mosquitoes during warm summer months.

POLL: Do You Agree With the Supreme Court's Decision to Uphold the Health Care Act?

Officials in Washtenaw County weigh-in on the health care reform bill–dubbed "Obamacare" by opponents following Thursday's Supreme Court ruling.

Gov. Rick Snyder Approves Budget Bills for Fiscal Year 2013

Snyder says the new budget delivers key investments, stability for Michigan moving forward.

Dexter Village Council Approves 2012 Budget; No Tax Increase for Dexter Residents

The village's 2012-2013 fiscal year budget will remain the same for the seventh year in a row.

Gov. Snyder Signs Senior Protection Legislation

The bills establish the Vulnerable Adult Medical Alert system and set guidelines for families dealing with abuse of seniors.

Dexter Township Proposes Investment in Outdoor Emergency Warning System

A public hearing and presentation on the warning system is scheduled for July 17 at the township hall.

Gov. Snyder Signs Bill to Classify K2, Spice as Schedule 1 Drugs

Stores that sell synthetic drugs in Michigan are now subject to legal and criminal action for carrying the products on their shelves.

Dexter Village Council Approves Aubree's Pizzeria Request for Extended Hours

The restaurant can now hold extended hours for its indoor customers during special events such as Dexter Daze.

Dexter Village Council Could Change Park Use Applications to Address Memorial Day Parade Complaints

The new permit language says no group can be excluded from an event that utilizes public streets and parks.

Dexter Election Guide 2012

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting Dexter and Washtenaw County.

Gov. Rick Snyder Signs Bill to Increase No-Fault Insurance Recovery Cap in Michigan

Insurance holders are now eligible to collect $1,000 from at-fault drivers in Michigan.

Michigan House Approves Bills to Get Synthetic Drugs off Streets

The bill allows Michigan State Police to remove synthetic drugs from stores across the state effective July 1.

Dexter Village Council Appoints Citizens to Multiple Committees

Council members renewed appointments for candidates whose terms expire in 2012.

Dexter Village Council Approves Liquor License for Jolly Pumpkin Expansion

Northern United Brewing Company plans to move operations to Dexter and open a distillery and tasting room.

VIDEO: World War II Legacy Memorial Unveiled in Royal Oak

Memorial Park has been selected as the location of a memorial dedicated to the more than 600,000 Michigan residents who served in World War II.

Gov. Rick Snyder Thanks U.S. Troops on Memorial Day

A broadcast from Gov. Rick Snyder's office outlines the governor's recent visit to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Dexter Township May Add Public Safety Millage to November Ballot to Fund Permanent Fire Station

The Dexter Township Board directed its Public Safety Advisory Committee to draft a proposal to bring to the board for its June 19 meeting.

Dexter Village Council Approves Permit Request For 68th Annual Memorial Day Parade

A parade and veterans' ceremony are in the works for May 28 in downtown Dexter.

Filing Deadline for Aug. 7 Township Primary Elections is Tuesday

The filing deadline for candidates affiliated with political parties is Tuesday at 4 p.m.

Michigan Representatives Want iPads, Handheld Devices Added to Internet Crime Safety Law

State Rep. Mark Ouimet says cell phones and other hand-held Internet devices can potentially be used for stalking or assaulting children.

State Boundary Commission Approves Revised Boundary for Dexter's Cityhood Petition

Commissioners voted 5-0 in favor of Dexter's proposed city boundary, which excludes the Gordon Hall property.

Local Democrats Slam House Republican Education Funding Bill

Gretchen Driskell, candidate for Michigan's 52nd House District, says the state should restore nearly $1 billion cut last year from K-12 funding.

Business Owners Respond to Proposed Michigan Legislation Regulating Barber Poles

Dexter Family Barber Shop owner says a proposed law could help ease the 'bandwagon' effect of barber shops coming back into popularity.

Michigan Democratic Party Presidential Caucus Two Weeks Away

Washtenaw County voting locations can be viewed on the Michigan Democratic Party's website.

UPDATED: Civil War Days at Gordon Hall Gets Green Light From Webster Township

The board voted 5-0 during a special meeting on Tuesday to grant the Dexter Area Historical Society's festival permit request.

Rep. Mark Ouimet Hosts Town Hall Meeting to Address Personal Property Tax Reform

Small business owners and residents can talk with Lt. Gov. Brian Calley during a question and answer forum on April 30.

Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office Assess Tornado Response in Dexter

County officials are applying for disaster relief funds from the state in order to help alleviate the costs incurred with storm clean-up.

Dexter Village Accepting Applications for 2012 Community Garden Plots

Applications for garden plots can be downloaded online at www.villageofdexter.org.

Lt. Gov. Brian Calley Signs Bills to Guarantee Factual Information in Criminal Investigations

House Bills 5050 and 5051 make it a crime to conceal material facts or provide misleading statements in a criminal investigation.

Interests Clash as Oil Booms in Western Washtenaw County

State panelists argued the pros and cons of drilling for oil outside of Saline during a public town hall meeting with state Rep. Mark Ouimet on Wednesday.

Dexter Township Approves Seven Road Commission Projects for 2012

The projects include gravel replacement and dust control for highly-traveled roads in the township.