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Ypsilanti District Library Social Worker Kat Layton, Head of Youth Services Jodi Krahnke, and Teen Librarian Kelly Pedersen Scott at the Ypsilanti District Library's Michigan Avenue branch.
Photo: Ypsilanti District Library Social Worker Kat Layton, Head of Youth Services Jodi Krahnke, and Teen Librarian Kelly Pedersen Scott at the Ypsilanti District Library's Michigan Avenue branch. Doug Coombe

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Partner Content Elisabeth Berry and James D'Arcy Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Legacy Society will sustain Autism Alliance of Michigan’s work for decades to come

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, November 19, 2024
AAoM is establishing its Legacy Society to recognize donors today for gifts that will provide dollars in perpetuity.
Innovation News Wheel the World's logo. The travel website for travelers with disabilities recently recognized the Ann Arbor area for its accessibility. Equity

Ann Arbor area recognized for accessibility for travelers with disabilities

Jaishree DrepaulMonday, November 18, 2024
The Ann Arbor area is the first community in Michigan to receive verification from an online travel platform that exclusively promotes accessibility in travel for individuals with physical, cognitive, and invisible disabilities.
Innovation News Wilson Marine Brighton apprentice Adam Tobkin. Technology and Innovation

Free event to offer employers introduction to creating registered apprenticeships

Jaishree DrepaulMonday, November 18, 2024
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Michigan Works! Southeast is inviting area employers to a free event in Ann Arbor that will cover the basics of creating a registered apprenticeship program.
Innovation News EMU President James Smith and "Thankful For You" event planning committee member Connie Ruhl-Smith at last year's drive-through Thanksgiving meal giveaway. Community Development

EMU to offer drive-through Thanksgiving meal giveaway for third year

Rylee BarnsdaleThursday, November 14, 2024
Organizers hope to feed 500 Ypsilanti community members in Eastern Michigan University’s third annual "Thankful For You" drive-through Thanksgiving meal giveaway on Nov. 21. 
Longform Kerrytown. Economic Development

New nonprofit aims to build unity among Ann Arbor's business districts

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 13, 2024
Ann Arbor’s State Street District recently announced the launch of the Downtown Ann Arbor Partnership, which is committed to community development and inclusivity across Ann Arbor's downtown spaces.
Innovation News A vendor at last year's Holiday Art Fair at Riverside Arts Center in Ypsilanti. Arts and Culture

Holiday art fair to return to Ypsi's Riverside Arts Center

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 13, 2024
Riverside Arts Center will host its second annual Holiday Art Fair Nov. 23-24, featuring local crafters and artisans with handmade goods for sale. 
Innovation News Washtenaw County logo Community Development

Washtenaw County receives $4.3m federal grant to address youth homelessness

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, November 13, 2024
Washtenaw County was recently awarded a "pivotal" $4.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program.
Innovation News WCC teacher candidate Sierra Pauley. Kids and Education

New WCC program offers financial assistance and apprenticeships for future teachers

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 13, 2024
Those considering a teaching career could have their college tuition and fees paid for through a new Washtenaw Community College program designed to address Michigan's educator shortage.
Feature Story Rashard Dobbins leads Class Act Detroit Second Wave - Michigan

From Episcopal Church to House of Hip-Hop: Class Act Detroit inspires young people through the artsNonprofit Journal Project

Genevieve FoxThursday, November 7, 2024
Rashard Dobbins, founder of arts organization Class Act Detroit, tells youth they don't have to be an DJ, muralist or dancer. He would be delighted if they became a nurse who does murals or a preacher that raps.
Longform Groundbreaking at the future Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreation Center. Community Development

Community center coming to site of former Ypsi Township school

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 6, 2024
The former Cheney Elementary School was recently sold and is being demolished to make way for the future Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreation Center.
Development News 114 W. Michigan Ave., pictured at center, in downtown Ypsilanti. Community Development

Local company hopes to "preserve the spirit" of downtown Ypsi with Michigan Ave. acquisition

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 6, 2024
Ypsilanti-based residential real estate company Yarrow hopes to uplift local business in downtown Ypsilanti with its recent purchase of 114 W. Michigan Ave.
Development News Blake Transit Center in Ann Arbor. Transportation

Transit and pedestrian improvements in Ann Arbor receive $400,000 in state grants

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, November 6, 2024
The state of Michigan has awarded a total of $400,000 in grants to support transit- and pedestrian-oriented improvements on Fourth Avenue in Ann Arbor near Blake Transit Center. 
Innovation News A young person writes at a Dzanc House workshop. Kids and Education

Ann Arbor publisher prints young people's work through free workshop series

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 6, 2024
Local youth will see the fruits of their literary efforts in print soon, thanks to Ann Arbor-based publisher Dzanc Books.
Feature Story A poster for GIG - The Art of Michigan Music. Arts and Culture

Visual artists of Michigan's music scene to be featured in upcoming festival

Rylee BarnsdaleMonday, November 4, 2024
The inaugural GIG - The Art of Michigan Music Festival will offer an art exhibit highlighting the work of graphic designers and photographers, live musical performances, and an immersive look at the visual side of Michigan’s music culture.
Longform University of Michigan Professor Ashley Lucas. Arts and Culture

U-M Arts Initiative funds and connects arts programs inside and outside university

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, October 30, 2024
The Arts Initiative aims to strengthen partnerships between existing U-M arts organizations and organizations outside the university, as well as provide funding and other forms of support for arts programming in the Ann Arbor area.
Longform SHINE team members Willie Percy, Louis Printup, Leroy Harris and Eric Martin cleaning on Ecorse Road. Community Development

Returning citizens find jobs, support, occupational therapy through Ypsi nonprofit

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, October 30, 2024
Life After Incarceration: Transition and Reentry (LAITR) offers life-changing resources for formerly incarcerated people.
Longform Youth Art Gallery Executive Director T'Onna Clemons in front of the Youth Art Gallery mural at Community Auto Wash. Arts and Culture

How ARPA funds helped Washtenaw County artists survive the COVID-19 pandemic

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, October 30, 2024
In April 2022, the city of Ann Arbor allocated $500,000 in relief for artists and arts organizations. Here are three of their stories.
Innovation News People coworking at BrightWorks' Forest Cove location. Entrepreneurship

Two new coworking spaces open in Ann Arbor

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, October 30, 2024
Ann Arbor commercial real estate company Oxford Companies recently announced the opening of BrightWorks Coworking.
Innovation News A flyer for the upcoming homebuyers' summit. Community Development

Upcoming homebuyer's summit aims to make homeownership accessible to all

Sarah RiggWednesday, October 30, 2024
The event, sponsored by the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, is aimed at people who receive Section 8 housing vouchers in Washtenaw County but is open to the general public too. 
Innovation News The State of Health symposium at Washtenaw Community College. Healthy Communities

Event examines the "State of Health" in Washtenaw County

Sarah RiggWednesday, October 30, 2024
More than 150 community members came together to address Washtenaw County's public health strategies at the second annual State of Health symposium Oct. 28.
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Hasini and Harshini Anand are members of Corner Health Center's Youth Leadership Council and mental health advocates.

 


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