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WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- Police have located a Dexter teenager they believe was groomed on social media. An alert was issued after Ea Kuhr, 17, on Feb. 1, after they intentionally avoided their family picking them up from Dexter High School that day. Kuhr has since been located and is now safe, the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office announced on social media around 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2. “Details are limited at this time but Ea is safe,” the office wrote in an announcement on Facebook. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Police asking for help locating Dexter teen they believed was groomed on social mediaAfter death of 5 year old, family and Michigan senator demand more transparency from CPSAnn Arbor nets $3.8M federal grant, most of any U.S. city, to make streets safer

A missing 17-year-old Dexter High School student has been found safe after fears that they had been groomed by someone over the internet and lured away from family.

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - A farm near Dexter held by one family since 1950 isn’t going to change anytime soon. That’s because its nearly 119 acres are now conserved for generations to come, thanks to the farmland and open space preservation program in Webster Township.

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Police are asking for assistance in locating a Dexter teen who may have been coerced to leave their home by someone on social media. Ea Kuhr, 17, was reported missing and endangered after they intentionally avoided their family picking them up from Dexter High School Wednesday, Feb. 1, and left to meet an unknown person, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office. At this time it is believed Kuhr left of their own free will, police said. Kuhr was last seen leaving Dexter High School walking towards Shield Road while wearing light gray sweat pants, a gray backpack, white tennis shoes and a dark hooded sweatshirt. More from The Ann Arbor News:Downtown Ann Arbor power outages lead to cancellation of Washtenaw County board meetingAfter 3-year pandemic hiatus, Creative Washtenaw recognizes area philanthropists2 cars destroyed by fire in downtown Ann Arbor parking structure

Officials believe a missing 17-year-old Dexter High School student was groomed by someone over the internet and lured away from family members.

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - An intersection northeast of Dexter on North Territorial Road will look very different by the end of the year. The junction of North Territorial and Webster Church roads, in northern Washtenaw County, is set for a $1.4-million safety improvement project during the upcoming construction season, Washtenaw County Road Commission officials said. Meanwhile, Webster Church Road will close to all traffic between Lori Lynn Lane and Ralaric Drive, immediately to the north and south of the North Territorial intersection. When the project wraps up, both Webster Church and North Territorial roads will have left turn lanes at the intersection, Road Commission Assistant Director of Engineering Brent Schlack said during the presentation. North Territorial will stay open during that project, with daytime lane closures and flagging while it occurs sometime over the summer.

DEXTER, MI -- Busch’s Fresh Food Market in Dexter is now offering customers more options than ever before. A roughly eight-month-long project has brought more than $3 million in renovations to the supermarket at 7080 Dexter Ann Arbor Road. The renovations at the Dexter store are designed to make the store more attractive and comfortable for customers to shop at, Busch said. To keep up to date with Busch’s Fresh Food Market, visit its website or social media. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Hundreds participate in a giant snowball fight at University of Michigan DiagAppeals court rejects Ann Arbor police union’s lawsuit over COVID vaccine mandateA ‘Yellowstone’ themed country music festival is coming to Brighton

ANN ARBOR – Chloe Ricketts is continuing to move up the women’s professional soccer ranks. The Dexter native and AFC Ann Arbor forward has joined the Washington Spirit’s preseason roster for 2023. Ricketts, 15, is one of two under-18 players that will join the Sprit, who play in the National Women’s Soccer League, the premier women’s soccer league in the U.S.Last year, Ricketts became the youngest player to play for AFC Ann Arbor’s women’s team and recorded two goals and two assists in 11 matches. Melina Rebimbas of New Jersey also joins Ricketts as the other under-18 player invited to the Spirit’s preseason camp. MORE:‘Best player in the world’: AFC Ann Arbor soccer teen has lofty career goals

Dexter players raising their fists after a timeout during a boys basketball game at Dexter High School on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023. Chelsea beat Dexter 59-50. Sydney Verlinde | MLive.com

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – A Dexter man and his dog were killed Saturday morning in a fiery crash. Crews arrived to find a man and dog dead inside the burning vehicle. The driver was identified as Karl Weber, 33, of Dexter, police said. The crash investigation indicated Weber’s vehicle left the roadway and crashed off the side of the road before catching fire. More from The Ann Arbor News:Molded out of clay with a 3D printer: Artist blends traditional techniques with technology‘Crying in H Mart’ author to speak at Ann Arbor’s Michigan TheaterMan pleads no contest to causing Ypsilanti crash that killed woman

DEXTER, MI -- The fourth-annual Dexter Ice Festival attracted many friends and families from both near and far. More than 80 ice sculptures were on display at the event. Local businesses in Dexter sponsored Plymouth-based Ice Dreams Sculptures to create a sculpture in each of their names. Six were saved for live demonstrations during the festival so attendees could watch the rigorous sculpting process. “There was a working birdfeeder that actually had birdseed in the ice sculpture,” Logan said.

DEXTER, MI -- For nearly a decade, The Beer Grotto has been a spot where people can connect and share a drink in Dexter. The Beer Grotto opened in 2014 and has been offering craft beer, cocktails and wine since. 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DEXTER – Andrea Cabana knows her team will get everyone’s best shot and that couldn’t have been truer on Friday night. The first-year Chelsea boys basketball coach watched her team struggle offensively early but then flip a switch when it mattered most en route to a 59-50 win over rival Dexter on the road.

ANN ARBOR, MI -- The thunderous crowd at Dexter High School kept players on their toes all night. The Dreadnaughts were defeated in a girls and boys basketball doubleheader on Friday, Jan. 13. The boys game was neck and neck until the Bulldogs pulled ahead late in the second half, winning 59-50. 21 Chelsea sweeps Dexter in a girls basketball game 62-47Check out photos from both games in the galleries above. More from the Ann Arbor News:Saline girls overcome scoreless first quarter in ‘gutsy’ comeback win over DexterAnn Arbor basketball: Cabana, Stephens keep Chelsea boys’ win streak rollingSee photos as Jackson boys basketball tops Ann Arbor Pioneer

DEXTER – Tony Scheffler has no doubts about how good Leila Wells is as a basketball player. And the Chelsea girls basketball coach didn’t shy away from giving his star player recognition after the Bulldogs topped rival Dexter, 62-47, on Friday.

Scores of ice sculptures will be on display on Jan. 21 in downtown Dexter.

DEXTER, MI - Just two weeks after voting to rename a city park in honor of a longtime village and city council member who died in December, Dexter leaders backtracked on the decision amid backlash from his family. Read more: Dexter loses a restaurateur, environmentalist and one of its ‘most influential leaders’But, says one of Cousins’ sons, Jonathan Cousins, family members weren’t consulted ahead of the vote. Council Member Joseph Semifero, who brought forward the renaming proposal in December, said he recognized comments from Cousins’ family against the measure. “Nobody said in the motion last meeting that that’s the only way (Cousins) has to be recognized or remembered. For the Cousins family a more appropriate commemoration of their father could involve Mill Creek Park, Jonathan Cousins said.

ANN ARBOR -- Despite scoring zero points in the first quarter, Saline made a comeback. The girls basketball game between Saline and Dexter was held at Saline High School on Tuesday, Jan. 10. At halftime, Saline trailed by 10 points. You can order prints of any of these photos by clicking the “Buy photo” button in the caption of every photo. Subscribers click the “Get photo” link to download high-resolution images right to their device for free as part of their subscription.

SALINE – Leigh Ann Roehm has seen quite a few resilient victories during her tenure as Saline’s girls basketball coach. And Tuesday’s 35-32 comeback win over Dexter was one the most memorable as the Hornets overcame a scoreless first quarter and erased a nine-point deficit to start the fourth quarter to remain undefeated in Southeastern Conference-Red play.

DEXTER, MI -- Bundle up and get ready to check out more than 80 sculptures at Dexter’s fourth-annual Ice Fest. The family-friendly festival is set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, in downtown Dexter’s Monument Park. The event will feature ice sculptures sponsored by local businesses, like a doughnut, unicorn, horse and a snowmobile that people can sit on and take pictures with. “It’s just a magical experience for the Dexter community as well as the surrounding communities. People come in from all over Southeast Michigan to check out the ice fest and that is wonderful for Dexter,” Becky Cobler, Dexter Chamber president, said.

“I think it’s an exciting time for the Dexter area and the Dexter Area Fire Department. In his new role, he’ll have to help guide the continued expansion of the fire department serving Dexter and some surrounding townships. His role is to provide Dexter City Council with the best information possible as the body makes a decision, which he expects in the coming weeks, he said. “I think the (Dexter Area Fire Department) Board had this planned all along. Along with the new Dexter fire station, Armstrong will be tasked with overseeing a significant expansion in department personnel.

The annual Dexter Luminary Project usually occurs every Christmas Eve, but this year the event was postponed due to the cold weather. The Dexter Luminary Project in downtown Dexter near Monument Park. The first year the group only did five streets: Baker Road and Central, Fourth, Ann Arbor and Broad streets. “It’s a small way, but makes a big statement.”To learn more about the Dexter Luminary Project, visit the event’s social media. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Does Ann Arbor need more protected bike lanes?

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- Shops all across Washtenaw County cut ribbons, hosted grand openings and celebrated the start of new business ventures in 2022. Highbrow & RougeA niche beauty salon moved its operation to 515 S. Main St. Suite 3 in Chelsea in October, and started taking new clients in November. Quest Cannabis at 8475 Main St. offers a range of cannabis products, including pre-rolls, flower and concentrates. Since the new ice cream shop opened, Mickey’s Dairy Twist reopened in a new locationDespite Mickey’s coming back to Saline, Christina’s Sweet Treats and More is still serving up soft serve ice cream and other dishes for its customers. The new space for the iconic ice cream shop carries the restaurant’s original recipes, equipment, tables, chairs, signage and even some of the same staff members.

DEXTER – Micah Davis is betting on himself. Though he received scholarship offers from several FCS and Division II schools, the Dexter star safety wanted to prove he belongs at the Power Five level as he opted for a preferred walk-on position with the University of Michigan.

DEXTER – Brennan Parachek will be playing for Michigan State on Saturdays for the next few years, but the star tight end can already envision himself competing on Sundays as well. “That’s the goal as of right now,” the Dexter 4-star athlete said after signing his national letter of intent on Wednesday. “I got a few years ahead of me and I’m looking at that right now, but yeah, that’s the goal.”

DEXTER – Once Cole Cabana made up his mind to commit to play for the University of Michigan, his mind was made up. Though countless Power Five schools still sent offers his way after his commitment to the Wolverines back in February, the Dexter 4-star running back remained sold on donning the winged helmet in college.

DEXTER, MI -- Hotel Hickman Chuckwagon BBQ will remain in Dexter thanks to a new owner. The barbecue spot at 8050 Main St. in Dexter changed ownership at the beginning of December, after the restaurant’s lease was coming to an end. Hotel Hickman Chuckwagon BBQ at 8050 Main St. in Dexter. I just hope (the customers) show the same to Milly and support her.”Hotel Hickman Chuckwagon BBQ is open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday to Sunday. Find Hotel Hickman Chuckwagon BBQ on its website, social media or by phone at 734-646-6261.

The former Dexter all-state quarterback announced Saturday his decision to transfer to Marshall via social media. He finished his prep career with a 19-9 record and set the school’s single-season records for passing yards (2816), completions (182) and TD passes (39) as a junior. He then set individual game records for passing yards (507) and TD passes (7) against Jackson and completions (36) versus Livonia Churchill during his senior year with Dexter in 2020. For his career as a Dreadnaught, Parachek completed 518-of-826 passes for 7,561 yards and 90 touchdowns, while also rushing for 14 touchdowns. At the time of his graduation, Parachek ranked sixth all-time in TD passes, seventh all-time in completions and 11th all-time in passing yards in Michigan high school football history.

DEXTER, MI - When Paul Cousins approached professors at Michigan State University’s hospitality business school with an idea for a gourmet restaurant in a historic home in Dexter, they told him to forget about it. And he did, running Cousins Heritage Inn, a successful and nationally-recognized restaurant for almost two decades alongside his wife Pat. That accomplishment doesn’t even top the list of a lifetime of community involvement for Cousins, an environmentalist and longtime local elected official in Dexter who died on Dec. 9. From the classroom to the dining roomCousins, an Indiana native, came to Dexter to teach school in 1963 and never left. The Rotary Club, an organization which Cousins helped found in Dexter, is accepting donations for a scholarship in his honor.

DEXTER, MI -- For Tyler Wiseley, keeping a restaurant menu fresh is about constantly reinventing. Wiseley is the chef at Fillmore Bar and Grill, a high-end restaurant in Dexter known for its seafood and pasta options. MORE ANN ARBOR LOCAL EATS:Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Find breakfast, lunch and family at Dexter Riverview CaféMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Havana Cigar and Cocktail Lounge serves island-inspired foodMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Fresh scones, coffee are at the heart of Brewed Awakenings CafèMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Wing Fellas offers 15 sauces, 13 rubs at Ypsilanti locationMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Life is Sweet Bakery & Café brings sweet, savory baked goods to MilanMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Ice cream, chili dogs on the menu at Christina’s Sweet Treats and MoreMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Dan’s Downtown Tavern is the place for a ‘good burger’ and a ‘good beer’Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Breads and brunch are at the heart of Avalon CaféMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Salt Springs Brewery brings more than just beer to SalineMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Find variety, filling meals at Valiant Bar & Grill in ChelseaMichigan’s Best Local Eats: MD Bagel Fragel has more than 400 bagel and cream cheese combosMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Try Pizza Bob’s secret Chipati Sauce or milkshakes ‘to die for’Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Lobster-tail pastries, bubble cakes are favorites at Luca PastryMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Afternoon Delight still makes its bran muffin with its original recipeMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Specialty spice mix is the secret to Star’s Café falafelMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Variety is key at Ann Arbor’s Stray Hen Café breakfast, lunch optionsMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Fermentation is the trick to good dough at Ann Arbor’s BigaloraMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Comfort food is key at Ann Arbor’s Northside GrillMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Peking duck, soup dumplings among Of Rice and Men offeringsMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Huevos rancheros, breakfast burritos shine at Jefferson MarketMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Craving something sweet? Check out Eleanor’s Sweets and SodasMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Vedge Café surprises skeptics with vegan French dip, Irish reubenMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Taste Kitchen’s menu showcases fresh, seasonal dishesMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Lobster bisque among the many soups made with love at Le Dog=La SoupMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Check out Jerusalem Garden’s falafel that put it on the mapMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Find unique combos of familiar ingredients at The Songbird CaféMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Fresh bread, pastries tempt taste buds at The Lakehouse BakeryMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Get a real Chicago hot dog, complete with celery salt, at Ray’s Red HotsMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Zou Zou’s Café offers creative scones, sandwiches in ChelseaMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Vegano Italiano brings New York-style vegan pizza to YpsilantiMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Expand your wine and cheese palate with YORK’s European flairMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Yaya’s Pizza brings halal options to YpsilantiMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Hamburger Mary’s features Tower Inn favorites on blended menuMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Manchester Diner combines upscale flair with traditional favoritesMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Familiar favorites remain even after Casey’s Tavern menu refreshMichigan’s Best Local Eats: The Pretzel Bell features burgers, pizza, University of Michigan historyMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Find mini-macarons, chocolate eclairs at The Great CommonerMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Enjoy classic cheesesteaks, chili-cheese fries at Izzy’s Hoagie ShopMichigan’s Best Local Eats: The Crazy Diamond curates community with craft cocktailsMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Amadeus’ paprikash, pierogi inspired by owner’s travels around EuropeMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Check out the Kale-Yeah smoothie at Ypsilanti’s What’s In Your Cup? caféMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Pilar’s Tamales celebrates family heritage with tamales, pupusasMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Try authentic Cuban food at Ypsilanti’s Latin American Cuban CuisineMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Light, fluffy doughnuts are the specialty at DJ’s Bakery in Ann ArborMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Try everything from brats to tots at Ypsilanti’s The Wurst BarMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Curry On offers Indian-American fusion in Ann ArborMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Ypsi Boxcar, Aperol Spritz on cocktail menu at Ypsilanti’s MashMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Plate Sushi and Chicken serves up bento boxes, sushi rolls

DEXTER, MI -- Dexter may have a colorful mural created by Ann Arbor artist David Zinn next year pending city council approval. MLive file photo of a chalk drawing by artist David Zinn for a scavenger hunt at Ann Arbor Art Fair 2021 in Ann Arbor on Saturday, July 17, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsDexter’s Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee is recommending that the City Council approve a permanent Zinn mural within the city. Due to these concerns, city council amended its motion to change the proposed mural location to the city’s farmers market pavilion. Once more information is compiled, the recommendation will return to city council for final approval. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:University of Michigan dorm plans may be opportunity for Treeline trail5 fun things to do in Ann Arbor this weekend (Dec. 16-18)Holiday popup gallery on Liberty Street in Ann Arbor runs through December

Sophomore point guard Aubrey Hensley led Bedford's girls basketball team to a victory over Bedford Friday night.

After the most successful season in program history, Phil Jacobs has been recognized with a prestigious honor. The Dexter football leader was named Associated Press Coach of the Year for Divisions 1-2 after guiding the Dreadnaughts to a 12-1 record. Jacobs was selected COY by a panel of Michigan sports writers.

MLive announced its tenth recipient of the Michigan High School Football Player of the Year award last week when Dexter running back Cole Cabana was presented the trophy in a surprise ceremony. His effort rose Dexter to historic new heights while breaking many school records along the way. Where will the trophy travel to in 20223? Let’s start guessing now.

DEXTER – There were always signs Cole Cabana had a bright future ahead of him. His grandmother could tell he would be fast when he was a toddler. His father, Mike, recalled a time when Cole juked him out so bad as a 4-year-old. His mother, Holly, remembers his first flag football game when Cole scored a touchdown on his first touch.

DEXTER – There may never be a player like Cole Cabana to come through Dexter’s football program. The Michigan 4-star running back commit closed out his high school career leading the Dreadnaughts to the best season in school history, and to cap it off, Cabana was voted as the MLive Media Group’s 2022 Michigan High School Football Player of the Year on Thursday afternoon.

Still, a dispute with neighbors over access from a planned four-lane entrance boulevard from Baker Road that has dogged the project for months is still unresolved. Alan Greene, an attorney representing developers, addressed the planning commission, saying the sewer connection wasn’t technically feasible and developers had no need to buy the neighbors’ property. The commission finally voted 4-2 to recommend approval of the plans to the township board, who will make the final decision on them. Commissioners Kim Moore, who voted against preliminary approval for the project in February, and Jeff Human opposed advancing it. The project will next go before the township board for final consideration and approval.

The Grand Rapids area featured some of the state’s stingiest defenses. South Christian recorded a shutout in its Division 4 state championship game win over Goodrich. Caledonia blanked Dexter 21-0 in the state semifinals and had five shutouts on the season. Forest Hills Central’s defense keyed the Rangers’ first trip to the state finals in 28 years.

ANN ARBOR – The level of defensive talent was raised this season by Ann Arbor-area football players. Not only did these players make an impact on their respective squads, they also did enough to earn individual recognition as members of the 2022 Ann Arbor Dream Team. Checkout the defensive Dream Team from the Ann Arbor area for the 2022 season below. --Ann Arbor Huron defensive end Laith Shamma at Concordia Stadium in Ann Arbor on July 19, 2022. --Huron’s Torrence Greene (7) moves with the ball during a game between Saline and Huron at Ann Arbor Huron High School on Sept. 1, 2022.

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – A man accused of exposing himself to a woman on a hiking trail and suspected of trying to break into several Dexter-area homes in June is heading to trial. Isaiah Matthew Hopkins waived preliminary examination Tuesday, Nov. 22, sending his case to the Washtenaw County Trial Court for further court proceedings, records show. Related: Hearing delayed for Dexter man accused of exposing himself on hiking trailHopkins, 37, was arraigned June 21 on one felony count of aggravated indecent exposure for an incident that happened on the Border-to-Border Trail in Dexter Township. The single charge he currently faces stems from an incident that occurred June 19 on the Border-to-Border Trail in Dexter Township. Following Hopkins’ arrest, detectives were able to link him to several previous indecent exposure cases and Dexter-area home invasions, police said.

Even before leaving the field for the last time on Saturday, the legacy of Dexter’s 2022 football team was already cemented. The Dreadnaughts came up just short of the program’s first-ever state title appearance, losing 20-17 in double overtime to Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central in the Division 2 state semifinals in Portage, but the team left its mark as the best in program history well before the game was played.

PORTAGE, MI -- Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central played against Dexter in the Division 2 state football semifinals on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 19. With a second overtime touchdown, Forest Hills Central defeated Dexter, 20-17. Forest Hills Central will advance to the Division 2 state finals and play against Warren De La Salle Collegiate on Nov. 25 at Ford Field. You can order prints of any of these football photos by clicking the “Buy photo” button in the caption of every photo. MORE MLIVE FOOTBALL COVERAGE:Watch Forest Hills Central football celebrate dramatic overtime state semifinal winGrand Rapids football scoreboard: Here’s who’s headed to Ford Field

PORTAGE – Tim Rogers could barely hold back his emotions. The Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central football coach was nearly moved to tears of joy after watching his team battle back to narrowly defeat Dexter, 20-17, in double overtime of the Division 2 state semifinal game at Portage Northern High School on Saturday.

PORTAGE -- For the first time since 1994, Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central is heading to the state championship game. The Rangers clawed back and scored on the final play of regulation to force overtime and then quarterback Mason McDonald found the end zone on a 4-yard run to top Dexter 20-17 in blistering cold and snowy conditions. FHC improved to 13-0 with the win and will play Warren De La Salle for the Division 2 state title on Friday at Ford Field. The Rangers celebrated their victory by sliding through the snow and coach Tim Rogers was emotional as he spoke to the players after the game, calling the win his proudest moment of coaching. Check out FHC’s celebration in the video above.

DEXTER – Micah Davis had one of his best games in front of Michigan football recruits and a month later, the star Dexter safety is going to be a Wolverine. Davis has continued his strong play beyond that game and even before it, which helped him catch the eye of Michigan. The 2-star recruit has racked up nearly 100 tackles with five interceptions and has helped Dexter advance to the state semifinals for the first time in program history. Davis and his Dexter teammates will look to extend their season Saturday against Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central in the D2 state semifinals. Davis had offers from Butler, Pennsylvania, Michigan Tech and Northwood, as well as a PWO offer from Michigan State, among others before committing to Michigan.

DEXTER – Normally, Phil Jacobs’ main concern would be making sure his team was focused heading into a big game. But that hasn’t been the case for the Dexter football coach this season and heading into the biggest game in program history.

We’re so close to the end of the high school football season and that means the stakes are higher than ever for the remaining playoff teams. Dexter and Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central are two teams that have certainly earned the right to be one game away from playing for a state championship in Division 2 and Saturday’s semifinal showdown should be one for the history books.

Homes in Ann Arbor were found to have a typical value of $482,100.

DEXTER, MI – A Northville couple killed in a crash Saturday morning were remembered fondly by family members on social media. “Omar Salamen and Manal were a perfect fit-the right key for the right lock,” Bassam Kadry, a family member of Manal Kadry, wrote on Facebook. Salaman was the owner and sole oral surgeon at Dexter Oral Surgery where he practiced a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from wisdom tooth removal, corrective jaw surgery, cosmetic procedures and the management of tumors and pathology, according to his biography. Prior to opening shop in Dexter, Salamen worked for 9 years in Chicago on his own private dental practice. Kadry worked as an interior designer with her own company, Manal Kadry Design Collective.

ANN ARBOR – After a dominant win over Midland in the Division 2 regional final game, Dexter’s football team is one win away from playing for a state championship. The Dreadnaughts dominated Midland 42-7 on Friday to earn the right to play in the D2 state semifinals against Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central on Saturday at 1 p.m. at Portage Northern High School.

There were more than a few surprises during the Southeastern Conference football season that made this year unlike most. Dexter and Tecumseh rolled to undefeated campaigns in the SEC-Red and SEC-White, respectively, and the top players from both divisions were recognized with all-conference honors this week.

Ty Hudkins’ interception in the end zone with four seconds left in regulation secured Forest Hills Central’s 21-17 win over East Lansing and clinched the Rangers’ first regional championship since 2017. FHC, 12-0 overall, will take on Dexter (12-0) in the Nov. 19 state semifinals.

DEXTER – Not even cramps could keep Micah Davis from the end zone. The Dexter senior standout received the opening kickoff of the Dreadnaughts’ Division 2 regional final game against Midland and took it 90 yards to the end zone to give his team the best possible start.

DEXTER, MI -- Dexter started the Division 2 regional title game hot with a 90-yard kickoff return from senior Micah Davis in the first minute of the game. Dexter was firing on all cylinders, with touchdowns contributed from seniors Cole Cabana, Joey Tessmer, and Brennan Parachek for a 42-7 victory over Midland. Check out 37 photos from the game in the gallery above. You can order prints of any of these football photos by clicking the “Buy photo” button in the caption of every photo. Subscribers click the “Get photo” link to download high-resolution images right to their device for free as part of their subscription.

Here’s where you can find Michigan general election results for Dexter on Nov. 8, 2022.

Several locations in Washtenaw County sold produce grown by Kuntry Gardens in Homer, Michigan that may have been contaminated with human waste.

The Dexter Cider Mill will be open for business for the 2022 season on Friday.

A Michigan man described as a leader of the white supremacist group The Base has been sentenced to 56 months to 20 years in prison, Attorney General Dana Nessel said Thursday.

Here’s where to find Michigan election results for the Dexter primary election on Aug. 2, 2022.

Television actor Mary Mara has died in an apparently accidental drowning in upstate New York.

An unknown person cut through screens on back sliding doors trying to get into area homes, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office.

The 48th Dexter-Ann Arbor Run returns to the area this weekend.

The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is looking for information after a man broke into a home on the 300 block of Cambridge Drive in Dexter, around 15 minutes northwest of Ann Arbor.

On Tuesday, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) announced that 23 local organizations will receive grants to help fund stream cleanups.

A new mobile app launched by WAVE and MUVE aims to provide Washtenaw County residents with more robust transit options.

When you talk to Dexter residents who were there a decade ago, they say their community came together impressively. It made the rebuild easier, and drone 4 shows you in the video player above how you would never know an f-3 tornado decimated the neighborhood.

Ten years ago today (March 15), one of our area’s most notorious tornadoes touched down.

The drivers of two semi trucks have died Sunday morning after colliding with one another on the freeway in Washtenaw County, officials said.

Mindo’s new Tree Town retail shop softly opened its doors in early December but will host its grand opening from Friday, Feb. 18 to Sunday, Feb. 20.

On Friday, the health department released its weekly summary of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, deaths, outbreaks and vaccination rates.

The body of a man was found Sunday, October 3 in the 11000 block of Dexter in Detroit in front of a building with a fatal gunshot wound, police say.

Each day Detroit Animal Care and Control (DACC) finds dozens of dogs roaming the streets but there is limited space in the building.

Enjoy two days of Russian culture in Ann Arbor this weekend.

On Friday, the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office posted on social media that it has received calls involving law enforcement impersonation scams.

Arbor Hospice is in search of volunteers in three counties.

“Unfortunately, Washtenaw County has moved into a “high” level of COVID-19 transmission,” the update reads.

Here's a list of activities to enjoy in nature in the Ann Arbor area.

Here's a list of activities to enjoy in nature in the Ann Arbor area.

The Dexter Cider Mill has announced the opening date for its fall season.

Don't want a big wedding? Zingerman's Cornman Farms offers quick weddings with 10 people or less.

A Dexter woman has been missing since Thursday afternoon.

Starting at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, a contractor will begin repairing damage caused by the 20-inch water main break.

A severe thunderstorm is moving through the Ann Arbor area.

Washtenaw County residents could win $100 Visa gift cards after telling WCCD about their natural resource or environmental concerns.

If you see people rummaging through your recycling cart this summer, don’t be alarmed.

The Washtenaw County Health Department can now bring its health services to the streets of Washtenaw County thanks to a new clinical RV.

The Dexter-Ann Arbor Run is set for Aug. 15.

Hosted in partnership with the Washtenaw County Health Department, many of the June pop-up vaccinations clinics are open to community members ages 12 and older.

Hosted in partnership with the Washtenaw County Health Department, the clinics are open to community members ages 12 and older.

Washtenaw County will operate a number of pop-up vaccination sites for residents age 12+ throughout May.

Michael C. Hall will be returning to the role of Dexter. Showtime decided to revive the series for a 10-episode limited run.

Zingerman's Community of Businesses has announced multiple job openings.

On Saturday, Washtenaw County residents can drop off unused, old and expired medications for safe disposal at three locations.

Sunday, April 11 is National Pet Day. Viewers from around Metro Detroit have been submitting photos of their pets in celebration of the day.

DETROIT – Between the great outdoors, a muddy trail and undivided attention from their two parents -- Dexter and Alfred are in their happiest place when they’re at Belle Isle. Dexter was rescued by Samantha and Garrett after someone in Toledo listed him on the internet. Him and I are just completely inseparable, which is great,” Samantha Hageman said. Five years after rescuing Dexter Samantha and her partner Garrett Gaina were ready for a second dog. AdSamantha and Garrett are engaged and plan to bring Dexter and Alfred along on their honeymoon road trip through Canada to Alaska.

All the animal cuteness you need right now will be packed into our new All 4 Pets Special, this Thursday at 8:30p.m. Go inside a fox sanctuary, meet our brand new spokespets, match famous athletes with their dogs, and a man who helps feral cats survive the winter. Pet lovers, join us by following All 4 Pets on Facebook and Instagram. To keep up to date with the local pet community, sign up for the All 4 Pets newsletter here. 📺 Should YOUR pet be next to star in an All 4 Pets promo?

All the animal cuteness you need right now will be packed into our new All 4 Pets Special, this Thursday at 8:30p.m. Fox Sanctuary (All 4 Pets Special)📱 Psst! Pet lovers, join us by following All 4 Pets on Facebook and Instagram. To keep up to date with the local pet community, sign up for the All 4 Pets newsletter here. 📺 Should YOUR pet be next to star in an All 4 Pets promo?

Zingerman's Cornman Farms will offer its annual Pie & Mash Pop-Up Shop every Wednesday in March. DEXTER, MIch. – Every Wednesday in March, Ann Arbor foodies can pick up savory pies from the fifth annual Pie & Mash Pop-Up Shop at Zingerman’s Cornman Farms. From 4:30 to 7 p.m., the pop-up will offer $19 meals created by Cornman Farms executive chef and managing partner, Kieron Hales. Each meal includes a savory handmade pie, mashed potatoes, a seasonal vegetable and Devon fudge, which Hales has whipped up with a recipe from his hometown. Meals must be pre-ordered through the Zingerman’s Cornman Farms website for pick up at the Dexter event venue, said the release.

Here we are tracking just how much snow is on the ground in Metro Detroit on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021. A bit further north -- in St. Clair County -- we’re seeing reports of more than 13 inches of snow -- 13.1 inches in Columbus, 11.5 inches in Lakeport, 5. 8 inches in Yale, 15.5 inches in Marysville and 12 inches in Peck (Sanilac County). In Genesee County, 9.5 inches in Flint and 8.2 inches in Grand Blanc. Forecast: Several inches of snow on the ground, more on the wayAdWeather resources: