Monroe County Reporters

09/08/2026

Nobody wakes up and thinks…

“Man, I hope my sewer/septic backs up today.” 😂

But somehow, that’s exactly how it works.

Everything is fine.

You’re having your morning coffee ☕️

Life is good.

Then you flush the toilet…

…and it looks back at you like:

“Absolutely not.”

😂

You try it again.

Worse decision.

Now the shower is filling up.

The basement drain is making noises.

And suddenly your entire family is standing around the bathroom like you’re all members of the emergency response team.

That’s when you call Ray's Septic‼️

Ray’s Septic shows up with the equipment and gets to work‼️

🐍 Snaking to break through stubborn clogs.

💦 Hydro jetting to blast years of buildup out of the line.

🚜 Excavating when the problem is buried deeper.

🚚 Pumping the tank.

No panic.

No guessing.

No 47-minute YouTube tutorial titled “GUYS, I THINK I FIXED IT.” 😂

Just a local, family-owned company getting the job done.

Ray’s Septic — Southeast Michigan.

When your sewer line decides to ruin your day…

Let Ray’s Septic have the bad day instead. 😂

734-241-6273

09/08/2026

09/08/2026

Official Statement from MAC Regarding Western Michigan - Michigan Football Game

09/08/2026

Albain Rd will be closed between Keegan and Strasburg for Culvert replacement over Laplaisance Creek.

Starts: 09/08/2026
Ends: 09/25/2026

Closed to all through traffic. Local residents and organizations are still permitted to access their residence.

09/08/2026

***Update ***
All lanes are back open.
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***Traffic Alert***

Monroe City Fire, Monroe City Police and MCA are on scene of a injury accident at Telegraph and W Lorain. Southbound lanes of Telegraph are closed.

09/08/2026

Call today! 734-777-8158

09/08/2026

09/08/2026

Welcome, Collin Keehn, Into Your New Role!

United Way of Monroe and Lenawee Counties is excited to welcome Collin Keehn as our new Executive Director!

A proud Monroe High School graduate from the Class of 2009, Collin has deep roots in our community and a strong passion for making a difference. He earned his Associate of Arts from Monroe County Community College in 2012 before continuing his education at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2015.

Collin joined United Way in August 2021, bringing with him a passion for serving others, building relationships, and creating positive change throughout our community. During his time with United Way, he has done amazing work building relationships with our Organized Labor and leading our direct service project, Project RAMP.

Outside of his professional life, Collin is a devoted husband and proud father of two daughters. His family is at the heart of who he is, and his commitment to building a stronger community is driven by the desire to create a better future for families throughout Monroe and Lenawee Counties.

Collin is a true go-getter, bringing energy, enthusiasm, fresh ideas, and a willingness to roll up his sleeves and get to work. As he steps into his new role as Executive Director, he is ready to build on United Way's long history of service while looking toward the future and finding new ways to Live United and give back to the communities we call home.

As United Way begins its 101st year of serving our community, we can't think of a better way to begin this new chapter than with Collin's leadership, energy, and vision.

Welcome to the next chapter, Collin! We are excited for what the future holds!