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Ann Arbor to generate its own renewable power through new Sustainable Energy Utility
This spring the city of Ann Arbor will take sustainability goals into its own hands by launching a Sustainable Energy Utility that will generate its own renewable power for residents.
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Ann Arbor to generate its own renewable power through new Sustainable Energy Utility
This spring the city of Ann Arbor will take sustainability goals into its own hands by launching a Sustainable Energy Utility that will generate its own renewable power for residents.
Nonprofit incubator kitchen helps food businesses get off the ground in Ypsi
Inside a shared commercial kitchen in Ypsilanti, recipes become businesses, side hustles turn into full-time work, and local food entrepreneurs gain community.
Washtenaw County residents invited to contribute to new 10-year tourism plan
Destination Ann Arbor is inviting residents and local stakeholders to help directly shape the future of tourism in Washtenaw County from 2027-2036.
Residents plan mural for Ypsi Township bakery
Residents of Ypsilanti Township’s Gault Village neighborhood plan to show love for locally-owned B-Cubed Bakery by painting a mural on the bakery building.
Michigan Water Color Society to showcase signature members’ work in Ann Arbor exhibition
The Michigan Water Color Society will showcase its members’ work in Ann Arbor for the first time in decades in an upcoming exhibition at the Ann Arbor Art Center.
20 years of FestiFools: Founder Mark Tucker looks back on Ann Arbor’s beloved puppet parade
We chatted with FestiFools founder Mark Tucker about the unlikely origins and enduring spirit of the community puppet parade.
Ypsi Township church has fed hundreds in twice-monthly food distributions for nearly 20 years
The food pantry at the Community Family Life Center, 1375 S. Harris Rd. in Ypsilanti Township, has been a family-feeding machine, distributing groceries twice a month to an average 300-400 families.
Washtenaw County officials say local elections are secure despite Trump calls to “nationalize” them
Washtenaw County elections officials say they’re well-prepared to protect against fraud in this year’s midterms and any other election. We interviewed them about their system and President Trump’s statement that elections should be “nationalize[d].”
Recast Leaders aim to revitalize local economies
Ypsilanti and six other Michigan communities are working on building their local economies in the Recast Leaders program. Here’s a look at how the program works.
Home-based providers call for flexibility as Michigan expands Pre-K for All
Home-based providers in Ypsilanti and beyond could play a significant role in making Pre-K for All available to more children.
Democratically run café opens in Ann Arbor
Espy Café is a democratic workplace, with employees making decisions on the menu, hours, staffing, and service.
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