Ypsi’s 9th Hour business networking events return in-person in February
The popular networking event will return on Feb. 2 from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at the BOS on 13 N. Washington St. in Ypsi.
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.
From stalwarts to upstarts, Ypsi’s galleries offer showcase for local artists
The city of Ypsilanti teems with artists exploring a variety of mediums and topics, and their work can be found in the city's numerous art galleries.
Ypsi initiative focuses on solving community issues through intergenerational collaboration
The Intergenerational Community Solutions Institute is a collaboration among Engage@EMU, the Ypsilanti Senior Center, and national nonprofit Generations United.
EMU students study invasive freshwater jellyfish in Dexter Township through new course
EMU Professor of Biology Cara Shillington says she was surprised that there wasn't much research published on the topic of the tiny freshwater jellyfish that her students examined in Pickerel Lake.
Study considers new improvements for Washtenaw Avenue in Ypsi, Ypsi Township, Pittsfield Township
Improvements targeted for a segment of eastern Washtenaw Avenue could include new buffered bike lanes and more consistent sidewalks, as well as converting adjacent streets from one- to two-way.
Ypsilanti organizations to host variety of events to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
From a jazz concert to a virtual book club, Ypsilanti-area organizations are offering many ways for community members to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 16.
Ypsi prepares to celebrate bicentennial with New Year’s ball drop, historical events, and more
A year of events honoring the city of Ypsilanti's bicentennial will kick off with a bang on New Year's Eve.
Learn the sport of “fowling,” which combines football and bowling, through this new WCC course
The Ypsilanti Township-based Fowling Warehouse recently partnered with Washtenaw Community College to create a non-credit personal enrichment course in fowling.
EMU’s Adaptive Sports Club promotes inclusive recreation for people with disabilities
The relatively new club offers specialized equipment, like soccer balls that contain bells so players with visual impairments can hear them, and organizers have big plans for the future.
Ypsilanti author to publish children’s book of poems on compassion, acceptance, and bravery
Author Kyunghee Kim describes "See Us Bloom" as the book she wishes she'd had when she was growing up.
