New Entrepreneur Resource Studio offers free services for Ypsi business owners
Ann Arbor SPARK's new Entrepreneur Resource Studio offers weekly drop-in consulting, co-working space, and tailored technical assistance.
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Ann Arbor tech festival a2tech360 returns for 10th year
The annual, family-friendly celebration of local tech innovation and the talent driving it takes place Sept. 24-Oct. 3.
Ypsi school research plays a role in case against cutting or eliminating Head Start program
When President Donald Trump's administration announced possible cuts to federal education spending this year, research from Ypsilanti was cited to push back against the prospect of eliminating the Head Start early childhood education program for low-income families.
Miss Kim owner opens new Ann Arbor restaurant focused on vegetarian Asian food and affordable prices
Featuring fresh and flexible vegetarian-focused fare in a welcoming, casual setting, the new restaurant is a fun and easy way to experience the talents of a five-time James Beard Award-nominated chef.
Nonprofit 826michigan moves to Ypsi with plans to create 25,000 new writers by 2030
After two decades of nurturing young writers from a whimsical robot shop in Ann Arbor, the nonprofit 826michigan is relocating its headquarters to Ypsilanti in a move aimed at deepening impact and expanding access to literacy education.
Event challenges Ypsi residents to use no plastic for 5 days
Ypsilanti residents and businesses are invited to participate in the five-day Ypsi Plastic-Free July Challenge, sponsored by Ann Arbor nonprofit ZeroWaste.Org, July 28-Aug. 1.
U-M library digitizes a century of Michigan postcards, from 1840s on
Featuring locations across the state and dating from the 1840s to the mid-20th century, the 66,470 postcards document personal family moments, local news events, towns that no longer exist, and social changes.
Online resource center offers help for Washtenaw County businesses struggling with tariff impacts
In an effort to support Washtenaw County companies impacted by tariffs, Ann Arbor SPARK has created the Tariff Resource Center, a website offering policy updates and tools to help businesses navigate an uncertain situation.
New WCC program offers professional welding training one weekend day per week
The Weekend Welders program allows students to earn up to two welding certificates and an associate's degree by attending classes just one day a week over 11 semesters.
Free beginner rowing lessons offered in Ypsi Township in advance of national rowing championship
Two free rowing classes will be offered to the public as part of RowFest 2025, a national rowing championship coming to Ford Lake in Ypsilanti Township this year.
Ann Arbor tech festival a2tech360 returns for 10th year
The annual, family-friendly celebration of local tech innovation and the talent driving it takes place Sept. 24-Oct. 3.
Ypsi school research plays a role in case against cutting or eliminating Head Start program
When President Donald Trump's administration announced possible cuts to federal education spending this year, research from Ypsilanti was cited to push back against the prospect of eliminating the Head Start early childhood education program for low-income families.
Miss Kim owner opens new Ann Arbor restaurant focused on vegetarian Asian food and affordable prices
Featuring fresh and flexible vegetarian-focused fare in a welcoming, casual setting, the new restaurant is a fun and easy way to experience the talents of a five-time James Beard Award-nominated chef.
Nonprofit 826michigan moves to Ypsi with plans to create 25,000 new writers by 2030
After two decades of nurturing young writers from a whimsical robot shop in Ann Arbor, the nonprofit 826michigan is relocating its headquarters to Ypsilanti in a move aimed at deepening impact and expanding access to literacy education.
Event challenges Ypsi residents to use no plastic for 5 days
Ypsilanti residents and businesses are invited to participate in the five-day Ypsi Plastic-Free July Challenge, sponsored by Ann Arbor nonprofit ZeroWaste.Org, July 28-Aug. 1.
U-M library digitizes a century of Michigan postcards, from 1840s on
Featuring locations across the state and dating from the 1840s to the mid-20th century, the 66,470 postcards document personal family moments, local news events, towns that no longer exist, and social changes.
Online resource center offers help for Washtenaw County businesses struggling with tariff impacts
In an effort to support Washtenaw County companies impacted by tariffs, Ann Arbor SPARK has created the Tariff Resource Center, a website offering policy updates and tools to help businesses navigate an uncertain situation.
New WCC program offers professional welding training one weekend day per week
The Weekend Welders program allows students to earn up to two welding certificates and an associate's degree by attending classes just one day a week over 11 semesters.
Free beginner rowing lessons offered in Ypsi Township in advance of national rowing championship
Two free rowing classes will be offered to the public as part of RowFest 2025, a national rowing championship coming to Ford Lake in Ypsilanti Township this year.
