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Feature Story A rendering of the American Center for Mobility's planned tech park. Economic Development

How next-generation mobility testing facilities are driving economic development in Washtenaw County

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 20, 2019
Many recent major economic developments have been directly influenced by Washtenaw County's existing infrastructure for next-generation mobility.
Feature Story Zingerman's Roadhouse eggs benedict with Newsom's country ham. Arts and Culture

Washtenaw County's best brunch spots

Jenn McKeeWednesday, November 20, 2019
Going out for brunch always feels like a decadent pleasure. If you happen to be looking for late-morning nosh in Washtenaw County, here are a few of our favorite options that are sure to make your stomach growl.
Development News A map of the city-owned lot at 350 S. Fifth Ave. Community Development

Ann Arbor to hold public meetings on affordable housing, redevelopment of city lots

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, November 20, 2019
The discussions will focus on the property at 350 S. Fifth Ave., known as the Y Lot, and 415 W. Washington St. in Ann Arbor.
Innovation News Tech Homecoming participants chat. Technology and Innovation

Tech Homecoming returns to connect Ann Arbor companies to job seekers on Thanksgiving Eve

Emily BendaWednesday, November 20, 2019
Tech Homecoming was created to connect out-of-town visitors who are in the area for Thanksgiving and expose them to career opportunities in Ann Arbor. Last year's event saw nearly 300 attendees.
Innovation News Neutral Zone and AAATA staff at a recent training session. Transportation

AAATA and Neutral Zone partner to support local teens through transit

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, November 20, 2019
Under the new alliance, AAATA will offer free bus passes for under-resourced teens and the Neutral Zone will work to build stronger relationships between teens and their bus drivers.
Feature Story The Harmony Collective on North Adams in Ypsilanti. Community Development

The Harmony Collective promotes service through Hare Krishna faith in Ypsi

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 13, 2019
Members of the collective are encouraging people to rethink the stereotypes they may associate with the Hare Krishna faith.
Feature Story Shonda Hamilton. Community Development

United Way financial stability programs offer free coaching, tax help, and more for county residents

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, November 13, 2019
The United Way of Washtenaw County started its financial stability programming in 2016, responding to alarming economic conditions. Today its programming has helped thousands of county residents.
Innovation News A student at the Early College Alliance at EMU works on his computer. Kids and Education

Washtenaw ISD offers digital portfolios for students through new partnership

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, November 13, 2019
Students (and teachers) can now use Bulb, an award-winning digital platform, to create online portfolios that highlight professional and personal achievements and future goals.
Innovation News Kid Jay. Arts and Culture

Young Ypsi rapper aims to advance burgeoning career with performance at Pistons game

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 13, 2019
Before he turned 20, Kid Jay attracted national hip-hop stars' attention; performed more than 50 shows in Michigan, New York, and Atlanta; opened for T.I.; and met Lil Bow Wow.
Innovation News A visitor views the "Take Your Pick" exhibit at UMMA. Arts and Culture

UMMA exhibit invites public to vote on new additions to photography collection

Emily BendaWednesday, November 13, 2019
The museum's new "Take Your Pick" exhibit features 1,000 amateur photographs on loan from New York-based collector Peter J. Cohen. Visitors can vote on their favorites and the museum will keep the most popular 250 images.
Feature Story The future home of Ozone House in Ypsilanti. Healthy Communities

Take a look inside Ozone House's new, expanded one-stop Ypsi location

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 6, 2019
With a move at the beginning of 2020, the nonprofit will be able to give youth a space of their own, serve more young people ages 10-20, and consolidate operations in one custom-built location.
Feature Story Shawn Personke and Amy Heydlauff at the 5 Healthy Towns offices in Chelsea. Healthy Communities

"5 Healthy Towns" celebrate a decade of taking health into their own hands

Emily BendaWednesday, November 6, 2019
Chelsea, Dexter, and Manchester are part of the 5 Healthy Towns Project, which has implemented a variety of programs over the past decade to help residents eat better, move more, connect with each other in healthy ways, and avoid unhealthy substances. 
Innovation News Love and Other Futures cover art. Arts and Culture

Poetry project for local women of color to host book release event in Ypsi

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 6, 2019
The anthology, titled Love and Other Futures, is the result of a project known as Untold Stories of Liberation and Love.
Innovation News Voxel51's staff. Technology and Innovation

Ann Arbor software company to host pingpong tournament for other local startups

Emily BendaWednesday, November 6, 2019
Voxel51 originally planned to host a pingpong competition with one other company, but decided to expand that idea to create a tournament open to any startup that wants to join in.
Innovation News A new produce display at Active Faith's food pantry in South Lyon, funded by a county grant. Healthy Communities

Washtenaw County solicits grant proposals for projects promoting healthy food access

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, November 6, 2019
An overall $30,000 is available for initiatives that are designed to help people more easily acquire and consume healthy foods.
Feature Story YpsiWrites at the Michigan Avenue branch of the Ypsilanti District Library. Kids and Education

YpsiWrites collaboration offers free writing programming for all ages

Sarah RiggWednesday, October 30, 2019
The program is a collaboration between the Ypsilanti District Library, youth writing and tutoring program 826michigan, and Eastern Michigan University's (EMU) Office of Campus and Community Writing.
Feature Story Ben Schein speaks at A2.AI. Technology and Innovation

Tech leaders spotlight practical applications of AI at inaugural Ann Arbor conference

Sarah RiggWednesday, October 30, 2019
The A2.AI conference, co-created by Ann Arbor software company RXA, aimed to offer an "approachable discussion" of recent advancements in artificial intelligence.
Innovation News Darryl Johnson. Community Development

Ypsilanti mentoring nonprofit to announce leadership change during fall gala

Sarah RiggWednesday, October 30, 2019
After founding Mentor 2 Youth nine years ago, Emmanuel Jones has stepped down and handed the reins over to local minister Darryl Johnson.
Innovation News Ahead of the Curve logo. Healthy Communities

New one-stop online resource offers support for Washtenaw County seniors and their caregivers

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, October 30, 2019
The resource, created by Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, aims to create a community of caregivers who are savvy in how to get the assistance they need.  
Innovation News At the town hall, Ypsilanti resident DeAnna Williams will share her personal experience with a car loan that had severe terms and conditions. Community Development

Washtenaw County nonprofits to host town hall on predatory lending

Emily BendaWednesday, October 30, 2019
At the meeting, community members will share experiences with predatory loans and government officials will provide information on legislation that can help protect borrowers.
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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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