Ypsilanti

Superior branch of Ypsilanti District Library hosts book brigade on Oct. 8

By Sarah Schneider · Friday, Oct. 7, 2022

A Ypsilanti District Library branch needs community help moving library material from one building to another.

City of Ypsilanti receives grants for full-sized recycling bins

By Krista Kangas · Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022

Ypsilanti’s Curbside Recycling Program will offer certain residents new recycling carts.

Ypsilanti officials consider closing off Cross Street Bridge

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Sept. 26, 2022

Cross Street Bridge expected to close by 2032 if city officials don’t take urgent action.

Ypsilanti area COVID-19 testing site closes after permit denied

By Breanna Harris · Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022

COVID-19 testing facility closes after fair permit extension.

Mural to be revealed by nonprofit organization in Ypsilanti

By Michael Dempster · Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

Mural to be revealed in Ypsilanti on Sept. 23.

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EMU basketball star recruit Emoni Bates arrested on gun charges; court date set for Oct. 6

By Marie White · Monday, Sept. 19, 2022

Emoni Bates, former No. 1 basketball recruit out of Ypsilanti High School, faces two felony gun charges after an arrest Sept. 18, 2022.

Annual Fall River Day coming to Frog Island Park Sept. 25

By Krista Kangas · Monday, Sept. 19, 2022

Families will be able to enjoy outdoor activities at Frog Park on Sept. 25.

Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum hosting 24th annual orphan car show

By Victoria Smith · Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022

Ypsilanti’s 24th Annual Orphan Car Show is taking place Sept. 18 at Riverside Park.

Get free pancakes, waffles, and games right off campus at Cross and Resurrection church

By Krista Kangas · Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022

Cross and Resurrection Lutheran Church offers free pancakes and games every Friday night.

First ever Big Little Fair connected Ypsilanti youth with community mentors

By Michael Dempster · Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022

The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw host first Big Little Fair.

Ann Arbor Area Transportation Service introduces reduced rate options

By Sarah Schneider · Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022

New discount rate options are available for Ann Arbor area public transportation.

Embracing Our Differences Michigan accepting new submissions for 2023 exhibit

By Victoria Smith · Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022

Submissions for Embracing Our Differences Michigan’s 2023 exhibit will close Jan. 16, 2023.

Fun spots in Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor for college students to visit

By Caroline Murrel · Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022

Taking location, price, and COVID-19 safety into consideration, college students finding activities to do off campus can be daunting. Still, there are many sweet spots in the area that young adults should check out during their time at EMU.

The Ypsilanti water tower on a sunny day.

5 great local food spots to try in Ypsilanti

By Layla McMurtrie · Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022

Looking for food in Ypsilanti? Here are some great choices to visit with you family during move in.

Explore new outdoor courts outside of the Rec/IM the day before classes start

By Cedrick Charles · Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022

The new outdoor courts will bring a renewed buzz to campus.

Community coffee shop Café Liv opens in Ypsilanti in time for the fall semester

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Aug. 22, 2022

Looking for a study spot close to campus? Check out this new local coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating.

Ypsilanti mutual aid event Pull Over Prevention works to decrease unnecessary traffic stops

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Aug. 22, 2022

Attend this mutual aid fair in Ypsilanti on Sept. 10 and Oct. 8.

Get to know Ypsi!

By Krista Kangas · Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022

Ypsi has character. You can see it not only in the beautiful, historic architecture, but by the attitude of the people as well. Ypsilanti is a smaller town where one can bike from downtown to Depot Town, get to know local business owners, and truly take pride and enjoyment in where you live.

The Newton of Ypsilanti and Mindo Chocolate have partnered up for a chocolate tasting and a truffle-making class

By Anyara Zapata · Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022

Tasting chocolate and making truffles while learning the unique bean-to-bar process.

Ypsilanti Town Recreation Department hosting first annual cornhole tournament

By Anyara Zapata · Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022

Ypsilanti will be hosting a cornhole tournament on August 27.

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