The ABCs of affordability in Washtenaw County
Affordability is a hot topic in the Ann Arbor area, and with good reason. But the debate involves many complex and ill-defined concepts – including "affordability" itself. We broke down the basics.
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Ann Arbor to expand presence this year at SXSW’s “Michigan House”
The house will spotlight Ann Arbor SPARK, the University of Michigan, May Mobility, Cahoots, and others as it marks its fourth year at Austin's massive South by Southwest festival.
Michigan Folk School to create educational campus for traditional skills on county property
The organization, which teaches skills like glassmaking and homesteading, mounted a successful crowdfunding campaign late last year to considerably scale up its operations.
Zingerman’s Coffee Co. grand reopening to feature new toast bar, expanded seating
Although it's situated in the unlikely environs of a sprawling office park, the business has become a bustling destination.
Self-driving security: How Detroit leads the way in automotive cybersecurity
With the rise of connected vehicle technology comes an increased level of vulnerability to security threats. Fortunately, the Detroit region’s automotive cybersecurity industry is growing strong—in numbers, and in proactive defense against attacks.
Solar-powered chapel in Ann Arbor provides sustainable example for other houses of worship
Campus Chapel's members have been concerned about climate change for over a decade. They put their values into action in 2015, and they're hoping to spread the good word of sustainability.
Washtenaw County seeks to scale up summer youth employment program in 2018
The program, which trains youth for their first job experiences and pairs them with local employers, is looking to double the number of youth served this year.
Inspired by transgender bathroom debate, U-M holds conference on inclusive design
Organizers say that controversies over the bathroom issue have opened up a much broader conversation on improving inclusivity in design in a variety of other ways.
CNN’s Sanjay Gupta to sponsor, appear at new U-M health hackathon
While Ann Arbor already has a few health hackathons, the new event concentrates on communication issues in the healthcare setting.
Unpacking the controversy behind Detroit Street Filling Station’s relaunch
Ex-employees aired grievances against the restaurant after they were suddenly laid off in November, and an internal business matter quickly became a community conversation.
