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The Washtenaw ISD has created multiple innovative paths to teaching careers, including a program that helps paraprofessionals get a special education teaching certification.
Paid teacher apprenticeship program, developed in Washtenaw County, goes statewide

A new initiative, representing a coalition of 39 intermediate school districts across Michigan, is addressing a growing educator shortage by establishing paid apprenticeships for those pursuing a teaching career.

The Ebird and Friends Holiday Show.
Annual holiday revue featuring Michigan musicians celebrates 15th anniversary in Ann Arbor

The annual Ebird and Friends Holiday Show, hosted by the Ann Arbor-based folk-rock band the Ragbirds, will celebrate its 15th anniversary on Dec. 8-10 at the Ark in Ann Arbor. 

New Ann Arbor program supports those at risk of becoming involved with criminal justice system

Supportive Connections will provide help with substance abuse, mental health, physical health, and education through a combination of counseling, referrals, and partnerships with outside programs.

The satellite clerk's office at the University of Michigan Museum of Art.
Ann Arbor clerk’s office opens satellite locations on U-M campus for November election

The locations allow citizens, particularly students who may have just recently become eligible to vote or changed addresses, a convenient alternative to visiting the city clerk’s main office at City Hall.

Rayce Biggs performing at the John E Lawrence Summer Jazz Concert Series.
7 things to do in Washtenaw County before summer ends

It’s easy to feel like the season is slipping away, but there are still plenty of ways to get the most out of your summer in Washtenaw County.

Kanbu Sushi's new location at 777 E. Eisenhower Parkway.
Two local restaurants open new locations in Ann Arbor’s 777 Building

The new restaurants are part of a concentrated effort to increase tenancy and offer more amenities to workers at the 777 building, and to make the surrounding area more walkable and livable for all.

A map from the Washtenaw Opportunity Index ranking areas of the county by their access to opportunity.
U-M Poverty Solutions makes recommendations to maximize equity in Washtenaw County’s ARPA spending

A new policy brief provides equity-focused recommendations for Washtenaw County’s use of American Rescue Plan Act federal funding. 

A rendering of the planned Title IX Plaza.
Planned Title IX Plaza in Dexter will spotlight stories of local women in sports

Organizers are seeking inspiring stories of local women in sports to feature in the planned plaza at Dexter-Huron Metropark in Dexter.

A rendering of the proposed development at 121 E. Catherine St.
Community forum uplifts Black history of planned affordable housing development site in Ann Arbor

Located in what is now commonly known as Kerrytown, the site at Fourth Avenue and Catherine was once a part of Ann Arbor’s historically Black neighborhood, then known as the West Side. 

Nimbus founder and CEO Lihang Nong with a Nimbus prototype.
From tiny electric cars to smart intersections: Washtenaw County’s latest mobility innovations

We spoke to the people behind three of Washtenaw County’s latest mobility projects about how they are using technology to change our mobility landscape.

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