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Lee Van Roth

Lee Van Roth is a Michigan native and longtime Washtenaw County resident. They want to use their journalistic experience from their time at Eastern Michigan University writing for the Eastern Echo to tell the stories of Washtenaw County residents that need to be heard.

Lee Van Roth's Latest Articles

The Improvised Shakespeare Company performs.
New improv festival will bring 50 comedy troupes to Ann Arbor

The Yes, Ann Improv Festival will debut in Ann Arbor June 24-27, bringing together more than 50 improv troupes from 12 states for four days of performances, workshops, special events, and afterparties.

A collage of performers playing music for Make Music Day events in Ann Arbor.
Make Music Day will bring a variety of music programs to Ann Arbor venues

Make Music Day, an international free celebration of music, will return to the Ann Arbor District Library and locations throughout Ann Arbor on June 21.

People do the hustle at the 2025 Ypsilanti Juneteenth celebration.
Ypsi Juneteenth celebration returns for sixth year

Ypsilanti’s annual Juneteenth Celebration will return for its sixth year this weekend, bringing three days of live entertainment, food, family activities, and community reflection to downtown.

Attendees at the Ann Arbor Art Center's 2024 Artini event in Ann Arbor.
Drink custom cocktails, support local art: Ann Arbor Art Center’s Artini event returns

The Ann Arbor Art Center’s annual Artini fundraiser returns to downtown Ann Arbor on June 20, bringing arts lovers together for an evening of cocktails, creativity, and support for cultural programming.

Eastern Michigan University Director of Admissions Dr. LaJoyce Brown and Ypsilanti Community Schools Superintendent Alena Zachery-Ross at Ypsilanti Community High School.
New initiative guarantees EMU admission for Ypsi and Ann Arbor students

Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti Community Schools, and the Early College Alliance at EMU have partnered to guarantee EMU admission to local high school graduates.

Roller skates on shelves.
Free “Skate Day” for Ypsi kids celebrates end of school year

Ypsilanti's Corner Health Center is inviting local youth to celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer by enjoying free roller-skating at the inaugural Ypsi Skate Night.

Members of the student-led team that spearheaded a zero-waste initiative at the annual Southeast Michigan Stewardship Coalition meeting at Eastern Michigan University.
Students lead successful effort to reduce waste at annual forum at EMU

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) students spearheaded a recent effort to transform the annual Southeast Michigan Stewardship Coalition Community Forum into a zero-waste event for the first time.

A participant performs at a 2019 Noise Permit event at the Ypsilanti District Library.
Ypsi library’s “Noise Permit” summer youth program to expand with added funding

The Ypsilanti District Library has received additional grant funding from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council to expand its annual Noise Permit summer program for young people, bringing new technology, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to local youth.

LaWanda Hollister and Josie Ann Lee of We the People Opportunity Farm in Ypsilanti.
Ypsi’s We the People Opportunity Farm will continue founder Melvin Parson’s mission after his sudden passing

Leadership at Ypsilanti nonprofit We The People Opportunity Farm is focused on ensuring the organization continues founder Melvin Parson's legacy after his unexpected death.

A design rendering of a planned mural on the North Main Street railroad overpass in Ann Arbor.
Underpasses as canvases: Organizers raise funds for mural on Ann Arbor railroad bridge

TreeTown Murals' "Murals That Bridge" initiative is continuing a citywide effort to transform Ann Arbor infrastructure into visual landmarks.

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