Get household items repaired for free at Ypsi library’s new “repair clinic” events
The Ypsilanti District Library (YDL) is launching a pilot repair clinic program where residents can use YDL supplies and equipment to repair household items for free.
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.
Ypsi new business roundup: Mexican cuisine, tropical coffee lounge, and Indian buffet
Three of Ypsi's newest businesses are La Chona, a Mexican restaurant; Ohana Lounge, a cafe; and Earthen Jar, an Indian buffet. Read our chats with their owners.
African-American cemetery in Ypsi Township will be surveyed to identify lost graves
Woodlawn Cemetery was deemed abandoned in 1965, but recent efforts have sought to clean it up and identify grave sites.
Habitat for Humanity events aim to beautify and clean up Ypsi Township neighborhoods
Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley is combining its clean-up and beautification events in Ypsilanti Township into a large-scale neighborhood initiative called Rock the Block.
Generative AI summit at EMU aims to present diverse views on disruptive technology
Organizers of an upcoming regional GenAI Summit at Eastern Michigan University are seeking to facilitate productive conversations across a broad range of disciplines, ages, and approaches to generative AI.
UMS residency returns to Ypsi with pay-what-you-can concerts, film screening, kids’ events, and more
The University Musical Society (UMS) will host another residency at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse this spring, bringing performances, participatory events, and family programming shaped by local partnerships and direct community input.
As ICE comes to Ypsi, residents organize to protect neighbors and prevent misconduct
Community advocates are urging residents to organize, prepare, and support one another as enforcement actions become more visible and more aggressive.
Ypsi schools’ Resiliency Center expands significantly over five years serving families in need
Since 2020, Ypsilanti Community Schools' Resiliency Center has been quietly serving hundreds of families who are experiencing housing insecurity and other challenges.
National swimming and diving championship books next 2 years in Ypsi
The 2027 and 2028 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletes Swimming and Diving National Championships will take place at Eastern Michigan University's Jones Natatorium in Ypsilanti.
Ypsi venue opens solar-powered electric vehicle chargers for free use
Prompted in part by neighborhood power outages, the Ypsilanti Performance Space recently began operating four solar-powered electric vehicle chargers.
