What’s at stake for young families: Early childhood policy after the 2026 election
Anne Kuhnen, MLPP Kids Count policy director weighs in on early childhood education after the '26 gubernatorial election.
EMU fashion student wins scholarship established by iconic designer Virgil Abloh
Lindsay Jenkins, an Eastern Michigan University student majoring in fashion marketing innovation, was one of 60 recipients of a $10,000 college scholarship from the Virgil Abloh “Post-Modern” Scholarship Fund this year.
You can apply now for free preschool in Washtenaw County
If you’re looking for free, high-quality preschool for your 3- or 4-year-old in Washtenaw County next school year, now’s the time to submit your application.
“It’s okay to get help”: New program offers mental health support for Black men and boys in Ypsi and Ann Arbor
Packard Health's new Healing Brothers United program will soon launch a variety of mental health services aimed at local Black men and boys.
Jazz luminaries to celebrate 100 years of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in Ann Arbor concert
As saxophonist Ravi Coltrane and trumpeter Terence Blanchard embark on a tour celebrating the 100th anniversary of jazz legends Miles Davis' and John Coltrane's births, Ravi Coltrane says "the real plan is not to try to recreate the past."
Ypsi middle schoolers explore future careers through hands-on pilot program
The "From Curiosity to Career" program gives students exposure to careers in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, mobility, robotics, and engineering.
Ann Arbor receives $4.3 million grant for placemaking projects around Blake Transit Center
The city of Ann Arbor recently received a $4.3 million grant to fund placemaking projects as the block surrounding Blake Transit Center is redeveloped.
Where will Michigan’s next governor stand on early childhood education?
Michigan's many gubernatorial candidates offer a variety of approaches to early childhood education.
AI’s impact in Washtenaw County, from tech boom to data centers
Our new three-part series digs into AI's impacts in Ann Arbor's tech industry, its utilization in Washtenaw County's educational world, and the ongoing debate about data centers in several Washtenaw County communities.
Ypsi selected to join downtown revitalization program with emphasis on small manufacturers
Ypsilanti is one of six communities participating in Recast City’s Recast Leaders program, which is focused on strengthening local economies through small-scale manufacturing and product-based businesses.
