Angela Hospice comedy night to benefit hospice care
Life can be heavy, but Laughter Lifts You Up! This is the idea behind Angela Hospice’s upcoming comedy night. Taking place Tuesday, April 21, 6-10 p.m., at the Italian American Banquet & Conference Center in Livonia, Laughter Lifts You Up is a lighthearted friends’ night out, benefitting charitable programs for Angela Hospice patients and families. This event “lifts up” not only those currently receiving Angela Hospice’s specialized care for a terminal diagnosis, but also families and individuals
Yeo & Yeo Recognized Among West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For
Kalamazoo, MI: Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Advisors, a leading Michigan-based accounting and advisory firm, has been named one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for the twenty-second consecutive year. The Best and Brightest program identifies and honors organizations that excel in their human resource practices and employee enrichment. An independent research firm assesses organizations in categories such as communication, work-life balance, employee education, recognition, retention,
Michigan Public “The Dish” Host Mercedes Mejia and Reporter Kate Wells to receive National Gracie Awards
ANN ARBOR, Mich.— Two Michigan Public staff members have been selected to receive National Gracie Awards. Mercedes Mejia, host of the station’s “The Dish” culinary podcast, won a National Gracie Award for best Interview Feature. Additionally, Kate Wells won for her Public Health coverage as best Reporter/Correspondent. Both awards are for local Public Media [Radio - Non-Commercial Local]. Established in 1975, the Gracie Awards are celebrating their 51st year of honoring excellence of women in media and
Washtenaw Literacy's EMERALD AWARDS
For 55 years, Washtenaw Literacy has been a cornerstone of our community, providing free literacy support to adults building the skills necessary to realize their full potential. As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are excited to launch the Emerald Awards—a new tradition that honors the individuals and organizations whose leadership and commitment have fundamentally expanded access to learning, opportunity, thriving, and connection in our county. In Washtenaw County, more than 30,000 adults
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Makena Welch Honored with Creative Marketing Award at Troy Chamber Business Excellence Awards
Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Advisors is proud to announce that Makena Welch, Marketing Associate, was awarded the Creative Marketing Award at the Troy Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards program on March 5. The Creative Marketing Award recognizes professionals who demonstrate exceptional creativity, innovation, and impact in marketing communications. Welch was honored for her dynamic contributions to Yeo & Yeo’s brand storytelling and marketing initiatives across multiple platforms. Welch has been
From WCC to Space: Astronaut Aisha Bowe Returns to take Center Stage at TEDxWCC
ANN ARBOR, Michigan (March 23, 2026) – Aisha Bowe – Blue Origin astronaut, former NASA rocket scientist and STEM entrepreneur – will return to her roots at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) next month as the featured speaker at TEDxWCC. A WCC alumna, Bowe will join five additional speakers for an evening of powerful talks centered on this year’s theme, “Beyond One Voice,” highlighting how different perspectives drive innovation, understanding and change. The free event, open to the public, begins
WCC opens applications for Pitch@WCC 2026 : Public invited to student business pitches on May 6
Washtenaw Community College campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. ANN ARBOR, Michigan (March 19, 2026) – Applications are open for Pitch@WCC 2026, a student competition at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) where participants develop an idea into a viable business proposal, culminating in a polished live pitch event. Current WCC students may compete individually or in teams of up to four. Hosted by The Entrepreneurship Center at the college, the competition includes up to 10 hours of coaching with
Michigan Works Southeast MI is hosting Going PRO in Michigan
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LedgerLync, Inc. News Release: 3/23/2026
Ledgerlync, Inc. is proud to be sponsoring a business book signing & business networking @ Office Evolution on Friday April 10th ( see Eventbrite below) Best Selling Author: Johnathon Eldrige will be signing copies of his business book : Struggle to Strength (copies will be available at the event and are also available on Amazon. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/struggle-to-strength-book-signing-tickets-1983964447068?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Office Evolution 455 E. Eisenhower Pkwy, Suite 300 Ann
TheRide Announces 2026 Easter Holiday Transit Schedule
ANN ARBOR, MI – The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide) will not operate fixed-route bus service, FlexRide, or A-Ride services on Sunday, April 5, 2026 in observance of the Easter holiday. Regular service will resume on Monday, April 6. The Blake Transit Center, Ypsilanti Transit Center, and TheRide’s Main Office will be closed on Sunday, April 5 and will re-open on Monday, April 6. Passengers may take advantage of FlexRide Holiday Service, which is a shared-ride service on designated
Butzel hosts April 7, 2026 webinar – Are You Ready for Kamax?
DETROIT, Mich. – The Michigan Supreme Court will soon decide Kamax v. FCA, which will squarely address whether several contractual quantity terms used by many buyers in the automotive supply chain create a requirements contract. A great deal is at stake in Kamax and prudent buyers and sellers will want to prepare for the decision, rather than react to it. Butzel is hosting a free 60-minute webinar from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, which will focus on the practical implications of the
WCC hosts youth STEM and Craft Camp on April 3
ANN ARBOR, Michigan (March 13, 2026) – Washtenaw Community College will host a mini Spring STEM and Craft Camp from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, April 3, designed to engage and motivate young students between the ages of 7-10 with innovative and hands-on activities. As a part of the FUTURE U programs offered at WCC, the one-day camp will encourage students to explore different materials and techniques in a fun, supportive environment that encourages imagination, collaboration and pride in their
AAACF Celebrates Repaid Impact Investments, Renewing Capital for Washtenaw County Communities
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - March 13, 2026 - PRLog -- The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) is proud to announce the successful repayment of two impact investments made in 2019 through Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) partners. These repayments mark an important milestone in AAACF's long-term strategy to strengthen Washtenaw County through mission-aligned investing.In 2019, AAACF invested in two $250,000, five-year investments designed to address critical community needs. A $250,000
APRIL 2026 EVENTS KERRYTOWN CONCERT HOUSE
Genre: Avant-Garde Jazz / Free JazzWednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7:30 PM Brooklyn Meets Ann Arbor: New Music & Improvisation Tropos + Fortune Teller Trio (feat. Yuma Uesaka & Kenji Lee)Description: Brooklyn-based improviser-composer collective Tropos, featuring University of Michigan ’14 alum Yuma Uesaka, returns to Ann Arbor for a double bill with Kenji Lee’s Fortune Teller Trio. Rooted in the improvisational spirit of jazz and creative music while embracing the formal rigor and timbral curiosity of
Friends In Deed to Host Annual Impact Dinner Celebrating Community Support in Washtenaw County
Ypsilanti, MI — Friends In Deed will host its Annual Impact Dinner on April 29, 2026, at Washtenaw Community College, bringing together community leaders, supporters, and partners for an evening that highlights the power of showing up for neighbors during times of hardship. The Annual Impact Dinner is Friends In Deed’s signature community gathering, celebrating the collective impact made possible through local support. The evening will feature stories from individuals and families whose lives have
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Recycle Ann Arbor announces the Drop-Off Station is extending its operating hours by adding an additional day.
Ann Arbor, MI March 12, 2026. Recycle Ann Arbor is excited to announce that starting April 3, 2026, the Drop-Off Station will extend its hours by adding an extra day of operation each week! The Drop-Off Station will now be open every Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM, increasing its operating days to four days a week. “In the early 2000’s, Recycle Ann Arbor had to reduce the Drop-Off Station's operating days from five to our current three days a week. Thanks to the rising trends in recycling and sustainability,
Campbell Mechanical Services Welcomes Award-Winning Sales Professional Cyndi Kidd to Cleveland Team
CLEVELAND, OH – Campbell Mechanical Services, Northern Ohio's trusted commercial HVAC and mechanical services provider since 1968, announces the Appointment of Cyndi Kidd as Maintenance Service Representative for the Cleveland sales office. Kidd brings over six years of proven sales excellence from OTC Industrial Technologies, where she served as Aftermarket Account Manager for Northeast Ohio. During her tenure, she became the first Account Manager to surpass $1 million in Customer Service Agreement
Public invited to Student Art Show at Washtenaw Community College
Student art displayed through April 6 ANN ARBOR, Michigan (March 9, 2026) – The public is invited to the 2026 Student Art Show hosted by Washtenaw Community College (WCC) through Monday, April 6. Nearly 60 student artists contributed 105 unique pieces in a variety of mediums, including drawing, painting, collage, ceramic, wire, wood, fiber, graphic design, photography and video. The free exhibit is on display in the second floor open space of the Student Center Building on the WCC campus, 4800 E.
Michigan’s Chief Mobility Officer kicks off new Washtenaw Economic Club season
ANN ARBOR, Michigan (March 6, 2026) – Michigan’s Chief Mobility Officer Justine Johnson will kick off the 2026 season of the Washtenaw Economic Club Speaker Series. Johnson leads the state’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, working across state government, academia and private industry to strengthen Michigan’s transportation mobility ecosystem. Her work includes developing dynamic mobility and electrification policies and supporting the startup and scale-up of emerging mobility
Navitas Systems Unveils New Company Brand Identity to Better Highlight Its Strategic Support of Advanced Battery Needs
Navitas Systems Unveils New Company Brand Identity to Better Highlight Its Strategic Support of Advanced Battery NeedsAnn Arbor, MI — February 6, 2026 — Navitas Systems, a subsidiary of East Penn Manufacturing, today announced the launch of its new company brand identity, communicating its growing capabilities to support a rapidly expanding marketplace that requires advanced lithium-ion battery solutions. “Our new brand reflects who we are today: a company defined by deep research expertise, advanced
Registration for Summer, Fall classes at WCC opens next week
Summer semester begins May 11; Fall semester begins August 31 ANN ARBOR, Michigan (March 5, 2026) – Registration for the Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters at Washtenaw Community College opens next week. Returning students may register beginning Wednesday, March 11, followed by new students on Thursday, March 12. Class schedules are available at wccnet.edu/enroll. Summer 2026 classes begin Monday, May 11, and Fall 2026 classes begin Monday, August 31. As WCC celebrates 60 years of opening
TheRide Now Accepting Public Feedback on Updated Service Standards
ANN ARBOR, MI – The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide) is inviting community members to review and provide feedback on the final draft of its updated Service Standards. This outreach follows the initial public engagement period in Spring 2025 and reflects revisions made after reviewing public comments. TheRide is accepting public feedback March 2 – March 30. During the first round of engagement, riders, residents, and stakeholders shared priorities related to service availability
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