USDA awards Ann Arbor Greenbelt $1 million to protect green space
The Greenbelt and its local partners will match the grant, which means $2 million will go toward protecting local farmland and open spaces through conservation easements.
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One year later, student-created guide to being “not-rich” at U-M has lasting impact
A Google Doc offering resources for low-income U-M students spread like wildfire last year and is continuing to effect change on both the U-M campus and others nationwide.
Michigan Angel Fund invests in four women-owned companies
A managing partner of the fund says this is an indicator of the fact that "there are more women-led companies in the pipeline than ever before."
Literati one of five finalists for national Bookstore of the Year award
Although Ann Arbor's Literati only opened in 2013, it's worked hard to make a mark – and Publishers Weekly has taken notice.
App designed to combat sexual violence is among Ann Arbor companies competing in SXSW Pitch event
MySideKick, which offers a variety of tools to prevent sexual violence, is one of three local companies among the 50 finalists who will compete in Austin this March.
Howell announces rental subsidy program for new downtown businesses
The city is trying to attract more quality and affordable dining choices, everyday retail options, and youth-based attractions.
Ann Arbor middle schoolers shine in state robotics competition
The Emerson School EAGLES went into the FIRST Tech Challenge state championship this weekend ranked 12th out of nearly 2,000 teams nationwide.
Free class series in Ann Arbor aims to shed light on food justice movement
Class attendees will leave with an understanding of what food justice is, but will also have the opportunity to work on developing their own personal definitions of the multi-dimensional subject.
New group aims to unify local efforts on affordable housing
The group's recent inaugural meeting was attended by representatives of roughly 30 organizations and constituencies with an investment in affordable housing.
Artwork from Ann Arbor nonprofit’s graffiti train sold at Paris auction
In 1986 Artrain commissioned a group of graffiti artists to paint the railroad cars that served as its mobile art museum. Last week, artworks from that project sold for a combined $22,660.
