Ypsilanti

In a black and white photo, Charles Kettles, dressed in an army uniform, stands in front of a helicopter.

Ypsilanti will now observe Veterans Day as official holiday

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025

Ypsilanti City Council approved a resolution on Dec. 9, 2025, to observe Veterans Day as an official holiday.

Map of Depot Town shows where the social district will be along Cross Street, between Riverside Park and North River Street.

Ypsilanti City Council approves social district for Depot Town

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025

At its Dec. 9, 2025 meeting, the Ypsilanti City Council approved a plan to begin a social district allowing public consumption of alcohol in designated areas of Depot Town.

Ypsilanti moves forward with Water Street redevelopment

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025

Ypsilanti City Council voted to move forward in the Water Street redevelopment project, approving an ad hoc citizens committee and the project timeline at the Dec. 9, 2025, council meeting.

What’s the Move? Dec. 9-15

By Israel Shriki · Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place Dec. 9-15, 2025, including a free Christmas party at the Ypsilanti Historical Society and a free youth orchestra performance.

Image of a table with a green table cloth that says "Eastern Michigan University Office for International Students and Scholars" with a display of small flags from countries around the world. Above the table is an EMU-branded sign that says "You are welcome here," with a collage of student faces.

Eastern Michigan University, other universities see impact of student visa, travel restrictions

By Lilly Kujawski · Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025

Following executive actions from the federal government, Eastern Michigan University saw a 32% decrease in international freshmen student enrollment for the fall 2025 semester.

White letters, spelling out Ypsilanti Farmers, line the top of a bright yellow canopy over the area that is home to the Ypsilanti Farmers Market.

What's the Move? Dec. 2-8

By Israel Shriki · Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place Dec. 2-8, 2025, including First Fridays in Ypsilanti, a winter farms market and a local theater show.

An image of a brick building with a glass door with a sign that says "Riverside Arts Center."

Riverside Arts Center explores non-traditional artwork with Anything But… New Materials exhibition

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025

The Riverside Arts Center is hosting their second annual Anything But... exhibition. This year's theme is Anything But... New Materials.

4 people stand on a sidewalk in front of a busy road. They hold cardboard signs that encourage onlookers to shop locally.

Ypsilanti community members advocate for local shopping, highlight Small Business Saturday

By Natalie Heckert · Friday, Nov. 28, 2025

In correlation with Small Business Saturday, Ypsilanti community members protest corporate America and encourage people to participate in the mass economic blackout.

What's the Move? Nov. 25 - Dec. 1

By Israel Shriki · Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Nov. 25 - Dec. 1, 2025, including a free English class, a free Mahjong meeting, a mushroom workshop and a local artisan market.

The audience seating during the City Council meeting is nearly full with community members. The Ypsilanti City Council members sit behind a large shared desk at the back of the room.

Dzanc House operations restored after shutdown notice

By Gray Connor · Monday, Nov. 24, 2025

Local artists show support for Dzanc House at the Ypsilanti City Council meeting amidst potential shutdown.

Local Artist of the Month: Megan Foldenauer boasts tiny portraits and a transformative business

By Carol Detary · Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025

Megan Foldenauer is a practicing artist, trained anatomical illustrator, and most recently, owner of Ypsi Art and Supply.

Five upcoming holiday markets in Ypsilanti offering handmade, local art

By Madison Cantrell and Hannah Borders · Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025

Five upcoming local holiday markets in the Ypsilanti area featuring handmade art of various mediums.

What’s the Move? Nov. 18-24

By Israel Shriki · Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Nov. 18-24, 2025, including a free English class, a local theater show, a holiday art fair, and an evening event at a local brewery.

A crew of 6 men in purple vests from SHINE standing outside a building and behind a van they use.

SHINE group forms to clean Ypsilanti, build community

By Quanzelle Wyatt · Friday, Nov. 14, 2025

The YDDA, or Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority, and LAITR, or Life After Incarceration: Transition and Reentry, have partnered up in a pilot work program that provides litter clean-up and beautification services in Ypsilanti.

Five people smile and stand next to a sign that says "Art in the Legislature" displayed on an easel.

4 EMU students’ artwork chosen for display in Michigan’s state legislature

By Madison Cantrell and Carol Detary · Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025

Four Eastern Michigan University students had their artwork selected to be displayed in Michigan legislature buildings.

Close-up of a brown oak leaf resting upright in green grass.

Ypsilanti passes Leave the Leaves resolution

By Lauren Holloway · Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025

Ypsilanti is encouraging residents to "leave the leaves" and support local ecosystems and pollinators.

Brevity Shakespeare to open 'Othello' with hopes of representing Ypsilanti community

By Katherine Tatomir · Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025

Brevity Shakespeare and PTD Productions' rendition of “Othello” is opening Nov. 13, 2025, at the Riverside Arts Center, located at 76 N. Huron St. in Ypsilanti.

Three strips of white paper containing SNAP Gap tokens. Each token is in the shape of a circle. Blue letters at the top spell out "Ypsi Market Snap Gap," followed by "$1 Food Only" on the next line. "Farmers Markets" is spelled out on the line underneath, and at the bottom, blue letters spell out "No change given."

Growing Hope urban farm creates SNAP Gap program to fight hunger

By Israel Shriki · Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025

Growing Hope is coming with the SNAP Gap program, following recent reports that people have lost their federal food stamp assistance. The interview is with Claire Austin, Farmers Market Manager for the Ypsi Farmers Market, which is run by Growing Hope.

Close-up of sign outside Riverside Arts Center. The sign reads, "Riverside Off Center, MWCS Traveling Show, Oct. 17 - Nov. 14."

What’s the Move? Nov. 11-17

By Israel Shriki · Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Nov. 11-17, 2025, including live music performances, yoga and dance classes, an art exhibition and a local theater show.

Ypsilanti partners with Rx Kids to provide direct cash support for new parents

By AnnaBelle Favre · Monday, Nov. 10, 2025

Pregnant parents and families will have the opportunity to receive direct cash assistance starting Dec. 1, 2025, as part of a partnership between Rx Kids and the City of Ypsilanti.

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