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Sarah Rigg

Sarah Rigg is a freelance writer and editor in Ypsilanti Township and the project manager of On the Ground Ypsilanti. She joined Concentrate as a news writer in early 2017 and is an occasional contributor to other Issue Media Group publications. You may reach her at sarahrigg1@gmail.com.

Sarah Rigg's Latest Articles

A glass of Edelbrau beer.
Edelbrau Brewing opens in Pittsfield Township, featuring traditional European beers

The Ann Arbor area's newest brewery has taken a few years to get off the ground, but some of its beer recipes have been literally centuries in the making.

Jacqueline Williams and Arnetta Ford of the Michigan Prison Doula Initiative
Ypsi-based program aims to restore dignity for women giving birth while incarcerated

The Michigan Prison Doula Initiative aims to support incarcerated pregnant women so they don't have to experience the isolation and degradation that often come with giving birth behind bars.

A map from the study showing cities with high concentrations of women-founded startups.
Here’s how Ann Arbor developed one of the U.S.’ highest concentrations of women-founded startups

Ann Arbor had the most women-founded, venture-backed companies of all the major U.S. metro areas examined in a recent study.

Sahara Tomlin performing at The Underground
Inside Ypsi’s “Underground” venue for young musicians

The monthly event provides an open-ended, supportive atmosphere for musicians and spoken word artists aged 18-24 to hone their craft.

Ypsi event will gather input on how to simplify Michigan’s expungement process

Expunging a criminal record can be a difficult and costly process, but an upcoming Clean Slate Ypsi meeting aims to develop a plan to lobby the legislature to change that.

Washtenaw County deputy health officer Jimena Loveluck.
County opioid epidemic report combines personal narratives with community-wide solutions

Among 48 interviews with locals who struggle or have struggled with opioid addiction, the overarching theme is that systemic changes are needed to address the epidemic.

The HighScope Demonstration Preschool
Having studied the Ypsi community for nearly 50 years, HighScope wants to give back

Staff at the early education research organization say many locals aren't aware of what they do, or that HighScope even exists. As the organization's 50th anniversary approaches, they're hoping to change that.

Old Town Tavern Manager Theresa McCarter and owner Chris Pawlicki
Staying Power: How the Old Town Tavern became Ann Arbor’s “last surviving townie bar”

The bar has remained a local staple since 1972 by sticking to its simple formula. But the current owners say they're uncertain of its future.

Jodi Krahnke and Gillian Ream Gainsley
Ypsi Family Read aims to involve entire community in family book discussions

The new Ypsilanti District Library program encourages local residents to read, and attend events related to, a different featured book three times a year.

The ribbon cutting ceremony at Ypsilanti Township's Restaurant Depot.
Local restaurant owners flock to Ypsi Township Restaurant Depot opening

Restaurant Depot stores are similar to Costco or Sam's Club, but focused on restaurant clients. Local restaurateurs had been waiting for a closer location than the chain's Troy or Dearborn stores.

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