500 Ann Arbor rentals now in compliance with new green housing ordinance
Over 500 rental properties have met the requirements of the Green Rental Housing Ordinance, which enforces more energy-efficient rental spaces in Ann Arbor.
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The “House That Beer Built”: Local watering holes raise money for Habitat for Humanity build
Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley has collaborated with several Washtenaw County breweries and restaurants to fund the construction of a house for a local family through the 2026 House that Beer Built fundraiser.
Ypsi Township resident leads effort to plant native wildflower garden at Sugarbrook Park
After coming up with the idea of renovating the park in her neighborhood, Sugarbrook, in 2019, Tajalli Hodge realized that she could do it all on her own.
Can cannabis tax-funded programs solve the industry’s racial inequity issues?
Local officials are planning a variety of social equity programs addressing issues ranging from housing to criminal justice.
Ann Arbor Art Center seeks proposals for alley art installations
The Ann Arbor Art Center is currently accepting proposals for innovative spatial art installations in Ann Arbor alleys, seeking to activate pedestrian space and increase public art.
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation seeks new Youth Council members
Youth Council is composed of 25 high school students who are committed to philanthropy, service, and making a positive impact on their community.
Ann Arbor program brings safe classical concerts to senior communities’ backyards during COVID
The Ann Arbor Camerata's Doorstep Serenades program presents outdoor classical music for senior community residents, who listen from their windows and balconies.
New partnership offers free rides to vaccines, low-cost rides to essential trips in Washtenaw County
Toyota Motor North America and the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation have partnered with the AARP to offer a new one-stop platform to find and book rides to essential services.
U-M grad releases book on history of Ann Arbor skating scene
Art major Valerie Le created the book, titled "Skating Tree Town," for her senior studio project after rediscovering her childhood interest in skating during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Food Gatherers launches improved tool to help people find free food in Washtenaw County
Many Washtenaw County residents have faced food insecurity as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and are unfamiliar with the process of navigating food pantries. Food Gatherers aims to make that task more efficient and accessible for those in need.
