Ypsi resident develops app to help delivery drivers share info
Courier Mates is a web-based application designed to help app-based delivery drivers track and share information about delivery locations with other drivers.
On the Ground
On the Ground Ypsilanti helps to tell the story of the people, projects, and innovations that are creating “what’s next” for the city and township of Ypsilanti. The intended impact is for solutions-oriented media coverage, engagement, and ultimately understanding of the community, resulting in awareness and investments that can contribute to community vitality and prosperity. The concept of On the Ground is to use an “embedded journalism” model, hiring Ypsi residents to report on their community.
On the Ground has been embedded in the city of Ypsilanti since July 2017. It is supported by Ann Arbor SPARK, the Center for Health and Research Transformation, Destination Ann Arbor, Eastern Michigan University, Engage @ EMU, Washtenaw Community College, Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission, and Washtenaw ISD.
To learn more about On the Ground program, click here.
New Ypsi farmers and gardeners added to library’s oral history project
The newest expansion of the Ypsi Farmers & Gardeners Oral History Project adds 12 narrators' reflections on growing food, family, culture, and community in Ypsi.
UMS to bring jazz, puppets, square dancing, and more to latest Ypsi residency
The University Musical Society (UMS) will return to Ypsilanti’s historic Freighthouse this fall for a nearly three-week residency.
Neighborhood art walk returns to Ypsi’s Historic South Side for second year
The Historic South Side Stroll is set to return to Ypsilanti for its second year on Aug. 15, inviting residents and visitors alike to experience an afternoon of local art, live music, and neighborhood connection throughout the city's Historic South Side.
“Beyond Incarceration”: New program offers supportive services for people leaving Washtenaw County Jail
Packard Health's Beyond Incarceration initiative provides connections to primary care, behavioral health services, and recovery resources for individuals preparing for release from the Washtenaw County Jail.
Ypsi’s free FunFest spotlights local musicians and artists for sixth year
Local musicians, artists, and community members will gather at Ypsilanti's Frog Island Amphitheater on Aug. 8 for the sixth annual FunFest, a free, daylong celebration of Southeast Michigan's independent music scene.
New Ypsi DDA website offers free business profiles, event calendar, job board
The Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority has launched an updated website that gives downtown Ypsi businesses and organizations new ways to connect with residents while strengthening their online presence.
Research shows ongoing life expectancy disparities between Ypsi and Ann Arbor
New research concludes that socioeconomic disparities continue to contribute to lower life expectancy in Ypsi, particularly for residents of color.
Ypsi Art Supply doubles its space, expanding class and workshop offerings
An art supply store is growing into a creative hub in downtown Ypsilanti as Ypsi Art Supply's newly expanded space welcomes classes, workshops, and collaborative artmaking.
Ypsi “Free Sale” encourages neighbors to share unneeded items with neighbors
The “Really Really Free Sale” returns to the city and township of Ypsilanti July 25, encouraging residents to give away items they have no use for and allow others to take what they can use.
