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Eastern Michigan University becomes first American university to welcome refugee students for fall semester
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University becomes first American university to welcome refugee students for fall semesterEastern Michigan University will welcome three refugee students to campus during the upcoming fall semester, officials said.
Planning to celebrate July 4 with fireworks? Here’s what Ann Arborites need to know
Read full article: Planning to celebrate July 4 with fireworks? Here’s what Ann Arborites need to knowIf a firework causes a fire resulting in damage, those responsible may face civil or criminal liability, officials said.
New owners get ready to take over independent bookshop on Ann Arbor’s north side
Read full article: New owners get ready to take over independent bookshop on Ann Arbor’s north side“I’ve been a customer at Booksweet for years, and am thrilled to keep Booksweet in Ann Arbor," said new owner Darcy Rhoden.
Here’s how your library card will get you free weekend trips on the bus
Read full article: Here’s how your library card will get you free weekend trips on the busThe Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti District libraries are partnering with the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide) to offer free rides.
Shamrock Shake sales raise $60K for Ann Arbor’s Ronald McDonald House
Read full article: Shamrock Shake sales raise $60K for Ann Arbor’s Ronald McDonald HouseThis past spring, 25 cents from each Shamrock Shake sold at almost 500 locations in Michigan was given to Ronald McDonald House Charities in Ann Arbor, Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing
Ann Arbor looking for artists for new pedestrian tunnel and park bridge
Read full article: Ann Arbor looking for artists for new pedestrian tunnel and park bridgeIndividual artists or teams from around the United States are eligible to submit designs for one or both projects up until 11:59 p.m. on June 23.
Pilot EV carshare program launches at Ann Arbor affordable housing communities
Read full article: Pilot EV carshare program launches at Ann Arbor affordable housing communitiesCarshare services will also launch at Baker Commons on Thursday, with more services starting in the Hickory Creek and Miller Lane Apartments this summer.
Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley celebrates 10 years of service by helping 74 year old Ypsilanti resident
Read full article: Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley celebrates 10 years of service by helping 74 year old Ypsilanti residentHabitat for Humanity of Huron Valley works to provide affordable and stable homes to area residents as rent and home ownership costs have skyrocketed in recent years.
Stamp Out Hunger this Saturday with Food Gatherers’ largest foodraiser
Read full article: Stamp Out Hunger this Saturday with Food Gatherers’ largest foodraiserWashtenaw County residents can set out bags full of nonperishable and shelf-stable food donations near their mailboxes this Saturday before their usual letter delivery time.
‘Really need folks to adopt:’ Ann Arbor animal shelter at full capacity, waiving fees in May
Read full article: ‘Really need folks to adopt:’ Ann Arbor animal shelter at full capacity, waiving fees in May“April usually means fewer dogs coming into our shelter,” said HSHV COO Matt Schaecher. “But not this year. We’re facing an urgent capacity situation, and really need folks to adopt.”
Got water? Ann Arbor hosting tours of water treatment plant in May
Read full article: Got water? Ann Arbor hosting tours of water treatment plant in MayCity of Ann Arbor officials will host plant tours, at 919 Sunset Road, and activities during an open house between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4.
CareYaya to host free digital literacy workshop for Ann Arbor seniors in May
Read full article: CareYaya to host free digital literacy workshop for Ann Arbor seniors in Mayworkshop participants at the Ann Arbor Senior Center will be shown how to best utilize technology, like virtual reality, to improve their health and quality of life.
'Red flag' bill debated for hours in Maine months after mass shooting that killed 18
Read full article: 'Red flag' bill debated for hours in Maine months after mass shooting that killed 18Months after a deadly mass shooting in Maine, backers and detractors held an hourslong debate over a so-called red flag bill.
Canton Sports Center hosts ‘Light Up The Park’ reopening event
Read full article: Canton Sports Center hosts ‘Light Up The Park’ reopening eventThe Canton Sports Center in Canton Township is celebrating reopening for the 2024 spring season with a “Light Up The Park” event after undergoing $1.2 million renovations.
Help determine the future of downtown Ann Arbor at these community workshops
Read full article: Help determine the future of downtown Ann Arbor at these community workshopsCity officials and members of the Downtown Development Authority will meet with residents and hear their take on land use, sustainability, equity, transportation and street usage.
Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley begin annual campaign on International Women’s Day
Read full article: Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley begin annual campaign on International Women’s DayStarting at 9 a.m., teams will build up the walls of a project at 966 N. Prospect Rd. in Ypsilanti for a future buyer.
Humane Society of Huron Valley: More animals in shelters, slowed adoptions is leading to space crisis
Read full article: Humane Society of Huron Valley: More animals in shelters, slowed adoptions is leading to space crisisRight now, HSHV has 56 dogs, 35 cats and several rabbits and guinea pigs available for adoption, according to its website.
Ann Arbor creeps closer to environmental goals with electric vehicle milestone
Read full article: Ann Arbor creeps closer to environmental goals with electric vehicle milestoneOfficials said the milestone helps the city advance its Green Fleets Policy, which aims to reduce fossil fuel usage to help public health, the environment and City operations costs.
Take Back the Night Ann Arbor hosting fundraiser for annual awareness event
Read full article: Take Back the Night Ann Arbor hosting fundraiser for annual awareness eventMoney raised by the fundraiser helps to power Take Back the Night Ann Arbor’s rally and march on the University of Michigan campus.
See our list of daddy-daughter dances near you, and how to share your photos
Read full article: See our list of daddy-daughter dances near you, and how to share your photosIt’s the season for the popular American tradition of daddy-daughter dances: an opportunity for young girls to get all dressed up, taken out and treated like a princess by their fathers. Check out the list of dances!
Ann Arbor Community Academy takes participants behind the scenes of city government
Read full article: Ann Arbor Community Academy takes participants behind the scenes of city governmentTree Town residents can register to attend free talks that delve into behind-the-scene machinations of city government and services.
Memories that last a lifetime: All you need to know about daddy-daughter dances
Read full article: Memories that last a lifetime: All you need to know about daddy-daughter dancesThe popular American tradition of a father-daughter dances are an opportunity for young girls to get all dressed up, taken out and treated like a princess by their fathers.
Free smoke detectors available for residents of Pontiac, Waterford Township, and Lake Angelus
Read full article: Free smoke detectors available for residents of Pontiac, Waterford Township, and Lake AngelusThe city of Pontiac is working with the Waterford Regional Fire Department to offer free smoke detectors to residents.
Community organizations can receive up to $100,000 through Trinity Ann Arbor’s grant program
Read full article: Community organizations can receive up to $100,000 through Trinity Ann Arbor’s grant programProjects are eligible for funds if grant monies are used to increase healthcare access, advance community knowledge of mental and physical health or enhance the overall health of the surrounding population.
Pontiac nonprofit receives 2 sizable donations in response to emergency food shortage
Read full article: Pontiac nonprofit receives 2 sizable donations in response to emergency food shortagePontiac nonprofit Lighthouse received two sizable donations Wednesday, which provided some much-needed assistance in response to their call for donations last week.
Here’s how to become a Burn Crew member for Ann Arbor’s ecological burn season
Read full article: Here’s how to become a Burn Crew member for Ann Arbor’s ecological burn seasonResidents interested in joining members of the City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation (NAP) department can join a community meeting and training in February to see what is involved in the program.
‘This is really worrisome’: Emergency food supply needed for Oakland County families at Lighthouse in Pontiac
Read full article: ‘This is really worrisome’: Emergency food supply needed for Oakland County families at Lighthouse in PontiacAn emergency food supply for Oakland County families is getting dangerously low.
How Ring True is helping empower survivors of human trafficking through jewelry
Read full article: How Ring True is helping empower survivors of human trafficking through jewelryAn entrepreneurial pivot during COVID to help inspire and motivate women has become a lifechanging mission for two sisters and for human trafficking survivors.
Love training puppies but don’t want a dog? Volunteer to raise future service dogs
Read full article: Love training puppies but don’t want a dog? Volunteer to raise future service dogsThere has been a shortage in volunteers willing to raise and train service dogs. Now, there’s a new push to get corporate America to step in to meet the demand to train service dogs.
PHOTOS: Santa visits NICU babies at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor
Read full article: PHOTOS: Santa visits NICU babies at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann ArborSanta and Ms. Claus returned to University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital this week to visit the hospital’s littlest patients.
Virginia girl who lost both feet in tragic incident defies odds, is now dancing happily
Read full article: Virginia girl who lost both feet in tragic incident defies odds, is now dancing happilyIt's nothing short of miracle. Aubrey Scaletta from the New River Valley lost both her feet in an accident while riding in her father's pickup truck. After six surgeries, Aubrey is defying odds, not only walking, but dancing.
Annual ‘Rockin’ for the Hungry’ raises more than 1 million meals for Washtenaw County families
Read full article: Annual ‘Rockin’ for the Hungry’ raises more than 1 million meals for Washtenaw County familiesThe annual 5-day radio broadcast saw local personalities from ann arbor’s 107one, legislators and volunteers take to the mic to help raise donations.
DTE Energy crews spread holiday cheer at Ronald McDonald House in Ann Arbor
Read full article: DTE Energy crews spread holiday cheer at Ronald McDonald House in Ann ArborDTE Energy crews and two special visitors stopped by Ronald McDonald House on Monday night to help young patients and their families light up the night with holiday cheer.
Gift of Warmth telethon: How to donate to help families in need
Read full article: Gift of Warmth telethon: How to donate to help families in needIt could be a coworker, a neighbor, a friend, someone you see at church, nearly 40 percent of households in Michigan struggle to pay for basic housing needs including utility bills.