Local teens collaborate with nationally-known artist to create new Ypsi mural
A mural designed by Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti students in collaboration with muralist Gary Horton now graces a building next to the Ypsilanti Transit Center.
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This blighted Chelsea property will become a public park thanks to new public-private partnership
A community group and the city of Chelsea are moving forward on a plan that will turn a former manufacturing site in downtown Chelsea into a community asset.
Inaugural Self-Care Fair in Ypsi Township will emphasize wellness for people of color
The event will feature 18 wellness-related local businesses, offering food, music, live demonstrations, free goods, and free or discounted services.
Youth sports and mental health program spreads from Ypsi-Ann Arbor area to Seattle
An informal summer program for underserved youth in Superior Township has blossomed into a program blending sports, nutrition, and social-emotional learning for youth across the Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor area.
Ypsi coffee shop to host local chocolate makers for inaugural Michigan Chocolate Festival
Promotional materials say the event, hosted by a Grand Rapids-based chocolate company, will offer an opportunity to "meet, greet, and eat" with a variety of Michigan-based chocolate producers.
EMU launches first-ever bachelor’s degree program for Michigan’s only women’s prison
Though some private colleges have also begun offering college in prison programs across Michigan Department of Corrections facilities, EMU is the first public university to do so.
Washtenaw County “microbusinesses” get mentoring, funding through Small Business Growth Activator
The program, a collaboration between several county organizations, targets microbusinesses that have five or fewer employees and meet a certain income threshold.
YpsiTasty grub crawl to highlight over a dozen Ypsilanti restaurants
This year's YpsiTasty grub crawl will highlight returning favorite restaurants, new food purveyors, and several retail locations in Ypsilanti's downtown, Depot Town, and Cross Street commercial areas.
Ypsi District Library wins ALA grant to offer Great Stories book club to underserved teens
As part of the Great Stories Club, YDL staff will work with a small group of teens to read and discuss stories that explore questions of race, identity, and more.
Want to play disc golf in Ypsilanti? Here are 5 things you should know
There are multiple disc golf courses in Ypsi and Ypsi Township, catering to players of all skill levels. Here's how to get started with the sport.
