August 19, 2025

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Horizon’s Legally Blonde is Entertaining & Fun

Horizon’s Legally Blonde is Entertaining & Fun

Local community theatre took center stage with Horizon Performing Arts’ vibrant production of Legally Blonde – The Musical at Ann Arbor’s Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre. The high-energy show delivered laughter, heart, and a powerful message. With music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin, and a script by Heather Hach, Legally Blonde – The Musical ...

Spirit Barber Barbershop Celebrates Grand Opening

Spirit Barber Barbershop Celebrates Grand Opening

Spirit Barber Barbershop is proud to announce its grand opening on July 31st, marked by an official ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome the community into this one-of-a-kind space. Blending the artistry of traditional barbering with the allure of a modern speakeasy, Spirit Barber offers more than just a haircut—it promises an experience. From 4:00 to 7:00 ...

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Garrett’s Space to Host 6th Annual Fundraiser

Garrett’s Space to Host 6th Annual Fundraiser

Digital rendering of the planned completed campus. Image courtesy of Garrett’s Place Garrett’s Space, an Ann Arbor-based suicide prevention non-profit, will host its annual fundraiser, Go4GarrettsSpace, on Saturday, August 23rd at the Morris Lawrence Building on the Washtenaw Community College Campus from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This year’s event will welcome hundreds of attendees ...

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Local Preschool Ivybrook Academy Now Enrolling for Fall 2025

Local Preschool Ivybrook Academy Now Enrolling for Fall 2025

Community News Ivybrook Academy, an award-winning preschool program, has announced open enrollment for Fall 2025. Serving children ages 11⁄2 to 5, Ivybrook offers a unique half-day preschool experience, with a full-day option available for children ages 3 and older. Program Highlights Include: • Small class sizes and individualized instruction • Hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences • ...

A Look Back at the History of the Ann Arbor Art Fair

A Look Back at the History of the Ann Arbor Art Fair

The 2025 Ann Arbor Art Fair returns July 17–19. Explore the history of this iconic event, from its 1960 beginnings to today’s multi-fair celebration of art, culture, and community. The 2025 Ann Arbor Art Fair returns July 17–19, bringing hundreds of artists and thousands of visitors to the streets of downtown Ann Arbor for one ...

Local 4th of July Events

Local 4th of July Events

This 4th of July, several local communities are hosting celebrations, including Chelsea, Dexter and Ann Arbor, which provide a diverse array of activities.  Chelsea: On June 28th the Chelsea Rotary Club will be hosting a fireworks display at the fairgrounds. The event will be from 3 to 11 PM, with free admission. Parking will be ...

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WCC Hosts Science Night at Ann Arbor Summer Festival

WCC Hosts Science Night at Ann Arbor Summer Festival

Washtenaw Community College is hosting WCC Science Night at the Ann Arbor Summer Festival this Sunday, June 22, with free, hands-on STEM activities. Activities blend STEM, sports and e-Sports, offering hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, ignite creativity and inspire kids of all ages to explore exciting careers. Two KidZone+ tents will be open from 4-8 p.m. at ...

Fatal Crash on I-94

Fatal Crash on I-94

A roll-over crash took the life of a Dexter woman early on the morning of May 24. The City of Ann Arbor Fire Department reported that at 5:21 a.m. on that Saturday they, along with Ann Arbor Police, Michigan State Police, HVA and the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, responded to the scene on westbound I-94, ...

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LaFontaine Automotive Honor Outstanding Educators with Teacher of the Year Awards

LaFontaine Automotive Honor Outstanding Educators with Teacher of the Year Awards

LaFontaine Automotive Group, in proud partnership with the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber, has announced the recipients of the 2025 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year Awards. This initiative honors exceptional educators within the Washtenaw County School District who demonstrate dedication, passion, and heart for their students. This year’s honorees are: Each teacher will receive funding to ...

University of Michigan Named a “New Ivy” as America Rethinks Higher Education

University of Michigan Named a “New Ivy” as America Rethinks Higher Education

As Ivy League prestige falters under political pressure and employer skepticism, the University of Michigan rises as a top-tier contender with real-world results and Midwestern grit. Photo: The University of Michigan Law Quadrangle. Photo by tiny al The tides of elite education are shifting. Amid growing skepticism toward the traditional Ivy League institutions, the University ...

Michigan Playwright Presents Original Play at U of M

Michigan Playwright Presents Original Play at U of M

The Michigan Irish Repertory Theatre will present “I’ll Be Seeing You,” an original musical play by Michigan playwright David Kiley about a love story forged during World War II to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The performances will be at Arthur Miller Theatre on May 29, 30 and 31. ...