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Ann Arbor SPARK launches free tool offering local data and insights for entrepreneurs

A new software platform offers entrepreneurs data-driven insights on local competitors, marketing strategies, potential partners, economic trends, and more. 

Washtenaw County advocates work to end the “invisible” problem of human trafficking

Many county residents are working to raise awareness and implement solutions for an ongoing issue that often goes unnoticed and unaddressed.

A rehearsal for the Thurston Community Players' 50th anniversary show, "The Princess and the Peagle."
Ann Arbor school’s theater troupe celebrates 50th anniversary

The Thurston Community Players have grown to include not just current Thurston Elementary School students and their families, but former students, parents of former students, and residents of the neighborhood near the school.

The downtown Ann Arbor Library Lot
Ann Arbor’s Library Lane could see new library, housing under proposal from city and library

A new vision for the long-debated site will go before voters this August.

The 2024 A2AC Social.
Fundraiser invites attendees to experience Ann Arbor Art Center in a new way

The Ann Arbor Art Center is set to host its annual fundraising event, A2AC Social, on March 14. 

A flyer for the Small Business Expo.
Small Business Expo to offer numerous resources for Washtenaw County entrepreneurs

The free event will feature guest speakers, a resource fair, panel discussions, and workshops, all designed to support aspiring and current entrepreneurs.

An installation in Rogério Pinto's show, "Colorism."
Ann Arbor artist’s new show examines skin color and beauty with humor and exuberance

Rogério Pinto's latest work is made up of video installations, photographs, sculptures, and interviews with collaborators — with an emphasis on audience interaction. 

Back row: Joel Christopher, Juliette Christopher, and Ray Christopher. Front row: Kayla Bopp, Alex Christopher, and Joel Christopher.
Ann Arbor nonprofit helps kids experience summer camp for free

The Ann Arbor nonprofit Washtenaw Camp Placement, founded in 1962, helps kids ages 9 to 16 experience the transformative experience of sleepaway summer camp.

A flyer for the Kidpreneur! Grant program.
Young business owners ages 10-24 can get grant money through this Ann Arbor foundation

Through March 15, business-minded young Michiganders ages 10-24 are invited to apply to MI-IMPACT Foundation's second annual Kidpreneur! Grant program.

Ann Arbor Student Building Industry Program students working on a house on Sedgewood Lane in Ann Arbor..
Could Washtenaw County consolidate career and technical education? Summit to examine possibilities

A free summit called "The Future Moves with Us," sponsored by the Washtenaw Intermediate School District, will examine the future of career and technical education in the district.

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