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Ann Arbor cycling activists are pedaling toward a safer future
While Ann Arbor has received accolades for its bike infrastructure, local activists believe more can be done to protect those traveling by non-motorized means.
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Chelsea’s Sounds & Sights Festival eliminates admission fees, introduces new attractions
The annual Sounds & Sights Festival returns July 24-25 with two days of free live entertainment, art, family activities, and community celebrations throughout downtown Chelsea.
Ann Arbor cycling activists are pedaling toward a safer future
While Ann Arbor has received accolades for its bike infrastructure, local activists believe more can be done to protect those traveling by non-motorized means.
Week of events celebrating Ann Arbor tech to return in September
Registration is now open for Ann Arbor SPARK’s a2Tech360, an annual weeklong series of events spotlighting Ann Arbor’s tech sector, which will return Sept. 22-Oct. 2.
Stryker acquires U-M arterial disease treatment startup for $835 million
University of Michigan startup Amplitude Vascular Systems (AVS) was recently sold to Portage-based medical tech company Stryker for $835 million, allowing Stryker to take full advantage of AVS’ technology for treating arterial disease.
New Ypsi-based program offers free training for women entering or re-entering workforce
Dress for Success Michigan is launching a new, free, four-week workforce development program designed to help women move directly from education to employment.
New Ann Arbor public art will guide visitors from parking to farmers market
A new public art installation in downtown Ann Arbor aims to guide pedestrians between the Ann Ashley parking structure and the Ann Arbor Farmers Market.
Ypsi Pride returns with July date, longer hours, expanded programming
Ypsi Pride will move from its longtime Friday evening June time slot to a longer Saturday schedule on July 18.
After 30 years, Michigan Celtic festival is bigger than ever
For three decades, the Michigan Celtic festival has celebrated the traditions, music, and heritage of Celtic cultures while strengthening the ties between Saline and its Welsh sister city.
Washtenaw County housing documentary creators plan free screenings countywide
“The Road Home,” a new documentary examining challenges in Washtenaw County’s housing and homelessness systems, is now available for anyone interested in organizing a public or private screening.
Trinity Health and Michigan community groups will make fresh, local food a Medicaid benefit
A new Trinity Health initiative will allow people in the Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Grand Rapids areas to access fresh, affordable produce from local organizations through their Medicaid health plans.
Ypsi National Little League receives massive donation influx after popular TikToker’s post
Thanks to a popular content creator’s post, people in Ypsi and across the U.S. recently stepped in to help the Ypsilanti National Little League after its ballfields were vandalized with graffiti.
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