READ, LEARN, EXPLORE…WIN! - The YDL Summer Challenge is Here
The Summer Challenge is back and better than ever with new badges to earn. From June 10 - August 27, hunt for Ypsi Bicentennial-themed geocaches, take pictures in front of wing murals at each YDL branch, go on storywalks, and take part in a fairy door scavenger hunt. You can even ride the bus for free on the weekends. This year's activities kick off at the Superior Branch on Saturday, June 10 from 1-4pm and will feature a drumming performance by the Sazanami 漣 Taiko Arts Ensemble. Then try out
Highlights of SPARK's 2022 Annual Report
Ann Arbor, MI, May 25, 2023 — The 2023 Annual Meeting of Ann Arbor SPARK took place today at Eastern Michigan University’s Student Center. The event celebrated the organization's accomplishments over the past year, featuring a review of SPARK's 2022 annual report, an awards program recognizing noteworthy projects and contributions, and a keynote address by Dr. Santa Ono, president of the University of Michigan. Paul Krutko, CEO and president of Ann Arbor SPARK, extended his gratitude to the community,
EMU College of Business Summer 2023 Professional Development Book Read
Again, this year EMU is excited to announce the EMU College of Business Summer 2023 Professional Development book read, Designing Your Life: How to Build A Well-Lived, Joyful Life by Bill Burnett & Dale Evans. The first session is on July 12 at noon and will be led by Kimberley Barker, Management faculty. This summer professional development book read is open to anyone and everyone - faculty, staff, students, community members, friends, neighbors, and all of the community! Registration is free, but
Metroparks Needs Volunteers for Planting Day at Indian Springs Metropark as Part of Planet Award Grant from the Consumers Energy Foundation
[White Lake, MI] – Thanks to funding from the Consumers Energy Foundation through their Planet Awards grant program, the Metroparks are completing work to heal the headwaters of the Huron River. This work will include invasive species removal, tree plantings, and native prairie/meadow plugs and seed plantings at the river’s headwaters. The headwaters of the Huron River are in Indian Springs Metropark at a heavily forested wetland called the Huron Swamp. The restoration will substantially improve important
Michigan Radio Wins three Regional Murrow Awards and two SPJ Excellence in Journalism Awards
ANN ARBOR, Mich.— Michigan Radio has been recognized with three regional Edward R. Murrow Awards in the Large Market Radio category along with two SPJ Excellence in Journalism Awards from the Detroit Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. Edward R. Murrow Awards The station won Edward R. Murrow Awards in the News Documentary, Podcast and Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion categories. The Edward R. Murrow Awards are presented by the Radio Television Digital News Association
HBCU Day expected to draw up to 400 high school, community college students June 2
Area families and community members are invited ANN ARBOR, Michigan (May 22, 2023) – As many as 400 high school and community collegea students from throughout the region are expected to attend the first-ever HBCU Day at Washtenaw Community College on June 2. High school students are invited to attend to learn more about WCC’s HBCU Pathway, a robust program with transfer agreements to five Historically Black Colleges & Universities. In addition to WCC credits seamlessly transferring toward a
April Housing Market Statistics
U.S. existing-home sales declined 2.4 percent month-over-month as of last measure, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), reversing February’s sales gain of 14.5%. Fluctuations in mortgage interest rates have caused buyers to pullback, with pending sales dropping 5.2% month-overmonth. Meanwhile, the median existing-home sales price declined for the second month in a row, falling 0.9% nationally from the same time last year, the largest year-over-year decline since January 2012, according
Comcast RISE Program Expands to Washtenaw County
Ann Arbor, MI, May 10, 2023 — Comcast, one of the largest media and telecommunications companies in the world, has announced the expansion of its Comcast RISE program to Washtenaw County. Comcast RISE, which stands for "Representation, Investment, Strength, and Empowerment," is a multi-year, multi-faceted initiative. Comcast RISE is committed to supporting the growth of all small businesses, while advancing the objectives of diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as community investment. The program
The Ann Arbor Jaycees are Transforming their 33rd Annual Fourth of July Parade to Become a Festival
Parade, Food Trucks, Entertainment, and more ANN ARBOR, MI, May 15, 2023 — The Ann Arbor Jaycees have given their annual Fourth of July parade an exciting revamp by adding food trucks and entertainment. The Briarwood Mall will be hosting their first ever Fourth of July Festival on Sunday, July 2nd from 8am-12pm. The parade starts at 10am in the parking lot with entertainment, food trucks, and more starting at 8am. Due to construction in downtown Ann Arbor, the usual route for the Ann Arbor Jaycees
TRUE Community Credit Union and American 1 Credit Union Partner for Police Week
The funds raised by the credit unions will be donated to Police Week Michigan Fund. JACKSON, MI, May 15, 2023 – TRUE Community Credit Union and American 1 Credit Union are partnering to help raise funds for Police Week Michigan. The Police Week Michigan Fund celebrates law enforcement throughout our state, educates the public on law enforcement programs, and supports law enforcement through other programs. "National Police week is a collaborative effort of many organizations dedicated to
Washtenaw Community College launches accelerated semiconductor technician training program, joining KLA and imec to advance the electrification and automotive industry
ANN ARBOR, Michigan (May 16, 2023) – Washtenaw Community College will launch a new semiconductor technician training program to advance the electrification of the automotive industry. WCC’s new short-term program will launch over the next year in partnership with the Semiconductor Talent and Automotive Research (STAR) initiative announced today by KLA Corporation (NASDAQ: KLAC) and imec, the Belgium-based global R&D hub uniting key players in the semiconductor industry. The goal of the STAR
BRAG Ann Arbor Foundation Gives $9K in Scholarships & Go-To-Work Grants!
ANN ARBOR - As graduation season nears, ten high school students in Ann Arbor were selected to receive scholarships and grants to support their pursuit of construction related careers. Five scholarships and five Go-To-Work grants totaling $9,000 were provided by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor Foundation (BRAGAAF), a 501 (c) (3) organization. At the annual event, held at BRAG's Little Lake Event Center, around 100 industry leaders and family members cheered as students were
Metroparks Working with Partners to Offer Free Swim Lessons for More Than 1,300 Children in Southeast Michigan Again this Summer
Metroparks continuing efforts started in 2022. Partnerships offer opportunities for youth to learn to swim and be safer around water. Southeast, MI - May is National Water Safety month, a time to reflect on water safety practices ahead of peak swimming season here in Michigan. Every summer, more than 25 people drown in Michigan, and that number has nearly doubled over the last years. Teaching children to swim is essential to decreasing the likelihood of water-related injuries and deaths. In 2021 the
