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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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Development News State Theatre sign. Arts and Culture

State Theatre to reopen after $8.5 million renovation project

Sarah RiggWednesday, December 6, 2017
Renovation efforts were focused on restoring original Art Deco design elements while also creating more legroom and making the building more accessible.
Innovation News Midwestern Consulting's new Detroit office. Economic Development

Ann Arbor's Midwestern Consulting opens first satellite office in Detroit

Sarah RiggWednesday, December 6, 2017
Established in 1967, the engineering services firm has serviced Detroit-based clients including Verizon Wireless and Neumann Smith for many years.
Video Dancers perform at the African Student Association's "So You Think You Can Dance?" event. Arts and Culture

EMU student group presents African edition of “So You Think You Can Dance?”

Christopher SlatWednesday, November 29, 2017
We went behind the scenes of the EMU African Student Association's second annual "So You Think You Can Dance?" event to capture a sampling of high-energy African dance performances.
Feature Story Cat yoga at Tiny Lions Lounge and Adoption Center Healthy Communities

The international trend of cat yoga has hit Ann Arbor, and we tried it

Elizabeth PearceWednesday, November 29, 2017
Yoga and cats are both popular on their own. In Ann Arbor, the combination of the two has helped the Humane Society of Huron Valley to connect cats with new owners.
Feature Story Pastor Jerry Hatter at Brown Chapel AME Church Community Development

Local organizations help keep Ypsi residents warm during colder months

Brianna KellyWednesday, November 29, 2017
As wintry weather continues to spread across Ypsilanti and the rest of the region, several organizations are renewing annual efforts to collect and distribute warm clothes to residents in need.
Feature Story Javanbakht and Grasser Kids and Education

Suffering in silence: How Metro Detroit supports the health of its youngest immigrants and refugees

Claire CharltonWednesday, November 29, 2017
The experience of moving to a foreign country can be traumatic for children, especially those fleeing persecution or war. Metro Detroit organizations are giving immigrant and refugee children tools to heal from traumatic experiences for a better future.
Development News Bridging 23 logo. Community Development

Seeking to unite Ann Arbor and Ypsi, "Bridging 23" series to host third event Dec. 2

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 29, 2017
The event series aims to bring people together, facilitate discussion, and let the community drive the conversation about what needs to happen next.
Innovation News Phire Group's office. Economic Development

Ann Arbor creative agency Phire Group adds staff, expands offices in recent growth spurt

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 29, 2017
The agency, which serves clients ranging from Masco to the Ann Arbor Summer Festival, is celebrating growth on multiple fronts as it closes out 2017.
Innovation News Victor Gamez, Mi Padrino CEO and founder Kim Gamez, and their family. Entrepreneurship

Event-planning platform for Hispanic community wins $100,000 in Accelerate Michigan competition

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 29, 2017
Ann Arbor-based Mi Padrino has already drawn over 50,000 users to its online platform, which facilitates the tradition of families helping to fund each other's big life events.
Feature Story Tommy York at Morgan and York Community Development

Southtown or So-Pack? A destination Ann Arbor neighborhood takes off at Stadium and Packard

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 15, 2017
Locally-owned businesses dominate the scene, and they've created a thriving, collaborative commercial hub rooted in a deep commitment to community.
Feature Story Kier and Deata McLemore at Bottles-N-Backpacks Healthy Communities

Education is just the beginning at Ypsi's Bottles-N-Backpacks childcare center

Chanel StittWednesday, November 15, 2017
Parents Kier and Deata McLemore aim to enrich children, their parents, and the Ypsi community as a whole through their business.
Feature Story Alex Thomas Economic Development

How will the American Center for Mobility affect Ypsi Township's West Willow neighborhood?

Brianna KellyWednesday, November 15, 2017
The community took a major hit when the GM plant on the Willow Run site closed in 2009, but residents are cautiously optimistic about a new automated vehicle test facility opening on the site.
Innovation News Andy French at Aubree's Pizzeria and Grill Healthy Communities

Aubree's to serve free Thanksgiving meals at Depot Town location

Brianna KellyWednesday, November 15, 2017
Aubree's offered free Thanksgiving meals at its Marquette location for the first time last year, and the locally based chain plans to make it an annual tradition.
Innovation News Atomic Object managing partner John Fisher. Technology and Innovation

Tech Homecoming connects out-of-towners with Ann Arbor tech industry on Thanksgiving Eve

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 15, 2017
The happy hour-style event aims to draw Michigan expats back home for good on the biggest bar night of the year.
Innovation News Bløm mead. Entrepreneurship

Ann Arbor's first meadery to open in 2018, featuring Michigan-made ingredients

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 15, 2017
Bløm Meadworks is aiming to fill a niche for gluten-free drinkers as well as hardcore craft beer drinkers who are looking for something different.
Innovation News A GenZe 200-series electric bike. Technology and Innovation

GenZe builds smart, connected electric bicycles in Ann Arbor

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 15, 2017
Thanks to a Bluetooth connection to a new smartphone app, the bikes can track physical effort and distance covered or alert their owners if they're stolen.
Innovation News Representatives of the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund, Ypsi Community Schools, the Ann Arbor Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Bank of Ann Arbor at Tuesday's event. Kids and Education

Community partnerships to expand college scholarships for Ypsi students

Brianna KellyThursday, November 9, 2017
More money, longer scholarship durations, and more services will now be available to low-income, minority, or first-generation college students graduating from Ypsi Community Schools.
Feature Story Ashley Rich and Allison Greening at the ACC. Kids and Education

EMU's Autism Collaborative Center seeks to change the "entire trajectory" for kids with autism

Brianna KellyWednesday, November 8, 2017
The center has served children with autism and their parents since 2009. But recent Michigan insurance reforms have allowed it to offer higher-quality services to more patients than ever before.
Feature Story Fifth Avenue Press author Meg Gower with her book "Michigan Moon." Arts and Culture

Ann Arbor District Library's Fifth Avenue Press turns local authors' dreams into printed realities

Jenn McKeeWednesday, November 8, 2017
The library's new publishing imprint recently launched its first nine titles by Washtenaw County authors.
Development News Rendering of the passive home's interior. Sustainability

County's first hyper-energy-efficient "passive house" to break ground in Ann Arbor

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 8, 2017
The home, which will use 80 percent less energy than a standard house built to code, will break ground this weekend.
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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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