Christopher Sheridan and Danielle Lutz Earn Certified Fraud Examiner Credential

Yeo & Yeo is pleased to announce that Christopher Sheridan, CPA, CVA, and Danielle Lutz, CPA, have earned the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential. This certification recognizes professionals with advanced fraud prevention, detection, and investigation expertise.   CFEs combine knowledge of complex financial transactions with an understanding of investigation methods and legal frameworks to uncover and resolve fraud allegations. The credential requires rigorous testing across four core areas:

Washtenaw Economic Club spotlights Ann Arbor’s renewable energy vision

Photo credit: J.D. Scott ANN ARBOR, Michigan (November 4, 2025) – The Washtenaw Economic Club will explore Ann Arbor’s new approach to supplemental, community-owned, renewable energy when Shoshannah Lenski, executive director of the city’s new Sustainable Energy Utility, speaks at the Thursday, November 13, luncheon.   Lenski leads the city’s new opt-in, supplemental, 100% renewable energy municipal utility, which was approved by voters in November 2024 and officially created in April 2025.   The

UTEC Enhances Customer Experience by Investing in AI Automation

ANN ARBOR, MI – October 21, 2025 – UTEC, a leading managed technology services pro-vider (MTSP), announced today that the company invested in artificial intelligence (AI) auto-mation to improve and dramatically enhance the quality and speed of support they deliver to clients. As a technology leader, UTEC is focused on finding new ways to improve their ca-pacity to serve clients at a higher level and AI automation is a fantastic means to achieve that objective. While many business owners are familiar with

TheRide Announces 2025 Thanksgiving Transit Schedule

ANN ARBOR, MI – The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide) will not operate fixed-route bus service, FlexRide East/West, or A-Ride services on Thursday, November 27, 2025 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Service will resume on Friday, November 28, with all routes operating on a Saturday schedule, with some revisions. TheRide's main office, the Blake Transit Center, and the Ypsilanti Transit Center will be closed on Thursday, November 27, but will re-open on Friday, November 28.   On

Join WCC in honoring America’s Veterans on November 11

ANN ARBOR, Michigan (November 3, 2025) – The public is invited to join Washtenaw Community College (WCC) in honoring the courage and sacrifice of America’s service members during its 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11.   The day begins with an 8 a.m. flag-raising at the main entrance to campus in front of the Student Center, 4800 E. Huron River Drive.   An indoor ceremony and reception will be from 9:45-11 a.m. on the second floor of the Student Center near the Wadhams Veterans

The Main Street Area Association’s Holiday Gift Guide highlights the best places to shop, dine, and celebrate the season in Downtown Ann Arbor

Eclipse Yoga Expands Retreat Experiences Beyond the Mat

Eclipse Yoga is taking wellness beyond traditional yoga with a new series of transformative retreats and events designed for real-life balance and relief. After years of offering restorative retreats in Michigan, Eclipse Yoga is heading international with the Sun & Fun Retreat in Costa Rica, February 14–21, 2026.  Escape to the serene landscapes of Costa Rica, where lush rainforests and tranquil beaches provide the perfect setting for deep relaxation and renewal.   The 7-night escape features daily

BrightWorks Coworking Expands to Downtown Ann Arbor with Third Location

Ann Arbor-based workspace provider opens new location at 255 E. Liberty St., bringing  flexible workspace solutions to the heart of the city ANN ARBOR, MI (October 23, 2025) — BrightWorks Coworking, a locally-owned coworking  and meeting space business, announces the opening of its third Ann Arbor location this  winter at 255 E. Liberty St. The new downtown space joins existing BrightWorks locations at  Forest Cove Office Park on Miller Road and the 777 Building at State and Eisenhower. BrightWorks on

WCC recognized for commitment to veterans and military-connected families

Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency names college as Gold-level Veteran-Friendly School for eighth straight yearWashtenaw Community College campus, Ann Arbor, Michigan.     ANN ARBOR, Michigan (October 29, 2025) – Washtenaw Community College (WCC) has been named a Gold-level Veteran-Friendly School for the eighth consecutive year by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.    The program honors academic institutions committed to supporting veterans and military-connected students. WCC has again earned the

Peckham’s 8th Annual Holiday Blaffle—a heartfelt community fundraiser

VEG ER for Pets Opens First Michigan Location, Revolutionary Emergency Care in Ann Arbor

WHITE PLAINS, NY (October 20, 2025)VEG ER for Pets, the world’s veterinary emergency company that helps people and their pets when they need it most, is excited to announce the opening of VEG Ann Arbor at 3157 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd Suite D, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 on Thursday, October 30 with a ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m./EST. VEG will provide families in Ann Arbor and neighboring cities with the highest level of emergency care in veterinary medicine, including surgeries, ultrasounds, x-rays and more. This is

Eric Sowatsky Elected to Stevens Center for Family Business Executive Council

Yeo & Yeo is pleased to announce that Eric Sowatsky, CPA, CGMA, NSSA, PFS, has been elected to the Stevens Center for Family Business (SCFB) Executive Council as a sponsor firm representative. This appointment recognizes his experience as a business advisor and underscores his commitment to advancing the success of family-owned companies.   The Stevens Center for Family Business, part of Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Business & Management, supports family enterprises across the Great Lakes

Race to Talent event at WCC empowers employers through apprenticeship innovation

ANN ARBOR, Michigan (October 21, 2025)– Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will host Race to Talent to help employers grow their workforce through on-the-job skills training and education partnerships.   The free event will be from 9-11 a.m. on Friday, November 14, in the Morris Lawrence Building (Room 101) on the WCC campus, 4800 E. Huron River Drive.   Co-sponsored by WCC and Michigan Works! Southeast, the event is designed to break down barriers to Registered Apprenticeships and open opportunities for

Butzel's Health Care Industry Team is hosting a free webinar

Legal Safeguards for Health Care Providers is the focus of an October 28 Butzel webinar  DETROIT, Mich. – In today’s digital age, safeguarding patient data isn’t just good practice – it’s the law. Whether you are a solo practitioner or part of a small medical group, understanding your responsibilities under HIPAA and state privacy laws are essential to protecting your patients and your business. Butzel's Health Care Industry Team is hosting a free webinar from 12-1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. The

New WCC EV lab fuels Michigan’s leadership in electric transportation and next-gen mobility workforce

Washtenaw Community College President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca addresses a crowd at the ribbon-cutting ceremony of its new EV and battery lab. Photo credit: J.D. Scott   ANN ARBOR, Michigan (October 13, 2025) – Washtenaw Community College (WCC) today unveiled a new EV and battery lab to educate students in the next generation of automotive transportation.   The space is equipped with lifts and charging stations to train students for maintenance and repair on hybrid and electric vehicles, as well as

City of Ann Arbor Announces New Director of Communications to Begin in November

The City of Ann Arbor announces the hiring of Steve Kilar as its next director of communications, following a national search. Kilar will begin on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, reporting to Deputy City Administrator Mariah Walton. City Administrator Milton Dohoney Jr. expressed appreciation for the many contributions of retiring Communications Director Lisa Wondrash, who joined the city in October 2005.  Kilar joins Ann Arbor with an extensive background in journalism, public relations, and higher education

Occupational Care Services Celebrates Grand Opening of New Ann Arbor Location

Ann Arbor, MI — October 8, 2025 — Occupational Care Services is proud to announce the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of its newest location at 6276 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor, MI, taking place on October 28, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.    This marks the sixth location for Occupational Care Services, a trusted provider of comprehensive employee health and safety solutions. The new facility will offer a wide range of services including DOT exams, Respirator Fit testing, Immunizations, Employment

X-Golf Ann Arbor Announces New Local Ownership Fall Leagues Begin October 20

Ann Arbor, MI — Hi friends! We’re excited to share some news - X-Golf Ann Arbor is officially under new ownership!  Our new team is passionate about the game and bringing fresh energy to your favorite place to play. We know great service has always been part of the X-Golf Ann Arbor experience, and we’re committedto raisingthe bar.  Exciting changes are underway, including cosmetic improvements, equipment upgrades, and new lesson offerings.     Located in the Maple Village Plaza at the corner of

Elves needed! Come spread Christmas cheer with Nu2u Again!

It’s almost that magical time of year again—Christmas is coming to Nu2U Again! We need some extra helping hands to bring the holiday spirit alive in our Ypsilanti store. We’re looking for volunteers to join us Saturday, November 1, anytime between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM at our Ypsi location. Whether you can give an hour or the whole day, your help will make a big difference in getting our Christmas displays ready for the season.   Tasks will include unpacking and arranging decorations, setting up festive

Public invited to Fall Career Fair at WCC next week

Employers visit with attendees of WCC’s 2024 Fall Career Fair. Photo credit: J.D. Scott   ANN ARBOR, Michigan (October 15, 2025) – Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will host its annual Fall Career & Internship Fair next week, featuring employers from a wide range of industries. The public is invited to the fair from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, October 21.   The free event will be in the Morris Lawrence Building on the WCC campus, 4800 E. Huron River Drive.   Attendees are encouraged to pre-register on