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Jaishree Drepaul

Jaishree Drepaul is a journalist based in Ann Arbor. She can be reached at jaishreeedit@gmail.com.

Jaishree Drepaul's Latest Articles

FAME program student Darrius Johnson.
Here’s why Washtenaw County young adults are skipping college and joining the “toolbelt generation”

A growing number of people ages 18-24 are foregoing a longer, more traditional university education in favor of apprenticeships and vocational training. 

Nicole Milton
FHLBank Indianapolis first-time home ownership program making Michiganders’ dreams a reality

FHLBank Indianapolis HomeBoost program offered up to $15,000 in down payment and closing and counseling costs assistance in its pilot year. For the program's return, those who qualify can receive up to $25,000.  

a2Tech360's Women in Tech event in 2022.
a2Tech360 brings expanded week of tech events back to Ann Arbor, including new sustainability forum

Registration is now open for Ann Arbor SPARK's a2Tech360, a weeklong series of events celebrating local innovation, which will take place at various Washtenaw County venues Sept. 20-27.

Solar powered EV charging stations at 4th Avenue and Catherine Street in Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor offers free electric vehicle chargers for commercial and multifamily buildings

The city of Ann Arbor has launched a new Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Program, which allows commercial and multifamily property owners in the city to receive up to four free level-2 EV chargers.

InfoReady's staff in June 2024.
Ann Arbor software company makes Inc. 5000 list for fifth time

InfoReady's products are used by 20 of the top 30 universities in the U.S. to manage competitive grant processes.

U-M researchers' study on green hydrogen is published in the new edition of the journal Joule.
Green hydrogen could efficiently power heavy-duty transportation, according to new U-M study

A study published today by University of Michigan researchers asserts that green hydrogen could be used strategically to fuel heavy-duty road, rail, aviation, and marine transportation where electric alternatives are limited.

Chelsea Area Fire Authority Chief Robert Arbini.
Chelsea firefighters seek help to restore aging fire station

Chelsea Area Fire Authority Chief Robert Arbini is sounding an alarm – but it's not for the type of emergency that most community members might imagine. This time Chelsea's fire station at 200 W. Middle St. is in urgent need of rescue.

Cities of the Big Ten Passport logo.
Ann Arbor joins Big 10 digital “passport” program encouraging tourism beyond sports

Destination Ann Arbor and Choose Lansing have teamed up with other Big Ten cities to launch the Cities of the Big Ten Passport, which helps visitors and residents explore the unique attractions each city has to offer beyond athletic events.

Staff and students from Lenawee County's SummerWorks program.
Youth employment program expands to Hillsdale and Lenawee counties after Washtenaw County success

Having offered youth employment opportunities in Washtenaw County since 2017, Michigan Works! Southeast's SummerWorks program expanded into Hillsdale and Lenawee counties this year. 

A ribbon cutting for NAMC's new headquarters in Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor defense mobility group opens 7,000 sq. ft. new headquarters

The National Advanced Mobility Consortium has expanded its headquarters in Ann Arbor, strengthening the city's role in Michigan's $30 billion defense industry. 

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