Local company hopes to “preserve the spirit” of downtown Ypsi with Michigan Ave. acquisition
Ypsilanti-based residential real estate company Yarrow hopes to uplift local business in downtown Ypsilanti with its recent purchase of 114 W. Michigan Ave.
On the Ground
On the Ground helps to tell the story of the people, projects, and innovations that are creating “what’s next” for communities. 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 the vitality and prosperity of the district covered.
The concept of On the Ground is to use an “embedded journalism” model to maintain a presence in a specific community. During this time the publication focuses weekly coverage on those neighborhoods to tell the story of the people, organizations, and businesses working and living there.
On the Ground has been embedded in the city of Ypsilanti since July 2017.
On the Ground is supported by Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission, Washtenaw Community College, Destination Ann Arbor, Eastern Michigan University, Ann Arbor SPARK, Washtenaw ISD, and Center for Health and Research Transformation.
To learn more about On the Ground program, click here.
Community center coming to site of former Ypsi Township school
The former Cheney Elementary School was recently sold and is being demolished to make way for the future Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreation Center.
Upcoming homebuyer’s summit aims to make homeownership accessible to all
The event, sponsored by the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, is aimed at people who receive Section 8 housing vouchers in Washtenaw County but is open to the general public too.
Returning citizens find jobs, support, occupational therapy through Ypsi nonprofit
Life After Incarceration: Transition and Reentry (LAITR) offers life-changing resources for formerly incarcerated people.
“Regal Beagle Musical” celebrates spirit and staff of beloved Ypsi dive bar
A new original musical opening next week will celebrate the empowering, creative, and countercultural energy of the Regal Beagle, a beloved Ypsi dive bar.
Corner Health Center, Ypsi schools partner to expand student mental health services
The Corner Health Center has deployed a nurse and a social worker to provide services through a new wellness center at Washtenaw International High School and Washtenaw International Middle Academy.
Ypsi gospel artist wins two national music awards
Ypsilanti resident and Eastern Michigan University (EMU) student Sherry Young recently won two national awards for her gospel album "Solid Rock" and hopes to use her experiences to teach others how to succeed in the music business.
KeyBank awards Avalon Housing $300,000 for supportive services
Ohio-based KeyBank and its associated nonprofit, KeyBank Foundation, have invested $300,000 in Avalon Housing to strengthen its supportive services for tenants and clients throughout Washtenaw County.
New Growing Hope grant program supports Ypsi community gardens
Seven community gardening projects in the greater Ypsilanti area have received mini-grants to support their efforts through Ypsilanti nonprofit Growing Hope's new Sprout Grant program.
Ypsi org creates resources for “Engaging With Democracy Through Writing”
As the 2024 election cycle brings up complicated emotions for many, a new project from the nonprofit YpsiWrites offers innovative resources for "Engaging With Democracy Through Writing."
