Ypsilanti

Holiday-themed events for families and friends in Ypsilanti

By Tori Walz · Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021

From live music to artisan shopping and raising funds for those in need, this holiday season is jam-packed with many activities everyone can enjoy with the company of family and friends.

Eastern Michigan University’s SMART project addresses policing issues in Washtenaw County

By Daniel Magrisso · Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021

The SMART project, assembled by a team of Eastern Michigan University faculty, aims to address patterns in policing and public safety.

Washtenaw County won't charge for marijuana

Ypsilanti approves grant for marijuana expungement program

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Nov. 22, 2021

Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney requests grant to support marijuana expungement program.

The Hope Clinic in Ypsilanti offering free Thanksgiving baskets and meals

By Tori Walz · Monday, Nov. 22, 2021

The Hope Clinic will be providing Thanksgiving baskets as a first-come, first-serve for anyone interested.

Ypsilanti couple charged with animal cruelty

By Megan Forystek · Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021

An Ypsilanti couple pled guilty to a misdemeanor animal abandonment or cruelty charge and is expected to be placed on probation during which they cannot house, possess, or own an animal.

Ypsilanti District Library's Bookmobile returns to neighborhoods

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Nov. 15, 2021

The Bookmobile returns to Ypsilanti after closure due to the pandemic.

Ypsilanti's first vegan Italian restaurant opens near EMU's campus

By Marie White · Monday, Nov. 15, 2021

A new vegan Italian restaurant has opened in Ypsilanti at 530 N. Huron St.

Ypsilanti urges free phone calls for inmates at Washtenaw County Jail

By Michael Dempster · Monday, Nov. 8, 2021

Ypsilanti City Council recently urged the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners to provide free phone calls for inmates at Washtenaw County Jail.

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations for children available in Washtenaw County starting Nov. 9

By Megan Forystek · Friday, Nov. 5, 2021

Pfizer pediatric COVID-19 vaccines will be available through the Washtenaw County Health Department on Tuesday, Nov. 9, by appointment only.

Ypsilanti City Council discusses the future of public transportation

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Nov. 1, 2021

Ypsilanti City Council discusses the future of transportation in the Ann Arbor-Ypsilanti area.

Moderna and Johnson & Johnson booster shots now available in Washtenaw County

By Megan Forystek · Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021

Adults in Washtenaw County who are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot can now receive Moderna and Johnson & Johnson booster shots at 555 Towner St. in Ypsilanti.

Podcast: October 20, 2021

Monday, Oct. 25, 2021

The Greenhouse at EMU re-opens after being closed due to covid-19 and EMU welcomes its first African American Foundation of Trustees board chair, Dara Munson.

New spiritual store coming to Ypsilanti this week

By Marie White · Monday, Oct. 25, 2021

New spiritual store opens in downtown Ypsilanti, co-owned by former Eastern Michigan University student.

ypsiGLOW hopes for more student involvement following fee waiver from Ypsilanti

By Cedrick Charles · Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021

Ypsilanti City Council approved to waive the park rental fees for ypsiGLOW 2021, hosted by WonderFool Productions, Oct. 5.

Podcast: September 29, 2021

By Tre Briscoe · Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021

Park fees were waived for Ypsilanti’s annual domestic violence walk, EMU will be welcoming new autonomous shuttles, and a new restaurant has opened in Depot Town.

Ypsilanti’s Unicorn Feed & Supply offers a place for ‘joy’ and ‘inclusivity’

By Megan Forystek · Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021

Ever wondered what the Ypsilanti Unicorn Feed & Supply store is? Learn about what products they offer, and hear from the owner as she explains the idea behind her store.

Fees for the Annual Domestic Violence Walk now directed to those in need

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Sept. 20, 2021

The City of Ypsilanti waives park rental fees for the Annual Domestic Violence Walk through an unanimous vote.

Rep. Dingell and Lt. Gov. Gilchrist visit Haab's Restaurant in Ypsilanti

'It saved our life.' COVID relief fund keeps Ypsilanti's Haab's Restaurant's doors open

By Megan Forystek · Friday, Sept. 17, 2021

Ypsilanti’s Haab’s Restaurant is visited by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist to showcase the impact of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund.

Washtenaw County's Walk to End Alzheimer's to take place in-person this year

By Anastasia Moutzalias · Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021

The Washtenaw Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be taking place later this year on Oct. 10, but the association is working hard now to spread awareness not only about the walk but also about the disease.

Ypsilanti Community Schools to launch full-time remote learning program, "Ypsilanti Community Connected Schools," in fall

By Anastasia Moutzalias · Monday, Aug. 9, 2021

This upcoming fall, Ypsilanti Community Schools is going to offer parents the option to enroll their children in a full-time remote learning program, Ypsilanti Community Connected Schools.

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