North American robot orders steady in the first half of 2025, reports A3
After a slow 2024, the North American robotics industry has improved in the first half of 2025, according to the Association for Advancing Automation, or A3. The Ann Arbor, Mich.-based organization said that North American robot orders increased by 4.3%, and revenue rose 7.5% compared to the first half of 2024. It...
Cause is unclear in fire that destroyed Ann Arbor apartment building
ANN ARBOR, MI — It is unclear what caused a fire that destroyed part of an Ann Arbor apartment complex last week. Damage to the building was too severe to determine exactly where in the building the fire started or what sparked it, Ann Arbor fire Chief Mike Kennedy said. The investigation is now closed, he said.
Plymouth man to showcase rare 1963 Mercury Monterey at Woodward Dream Cruise
A Plymouth man is preparing to display his rare 1963 Mercury Monterey at the annual Woodward Dream Cruise this weekend, and the car comes with an extraordinary tale of spite and preservation.
Dexter educator readies for ‘deeply personal’ transition to be next school superintendent
DEXTER, MI – A familiar face in Dexter Community Schools will be learning the ropes over the next few months before assuming the role as district superintendent early next year. Members of the Dexter School Board tapped Ryan Bruder, DCS’ executive director of instruction, last month from a slate...
Madylin Marshall Crowned Miss Saline 2025 at 77th Annual Scholarship Pageant
The Miss Saline Scholarship Pageant celebrated its 77th anniversary on August 9, 2025, at Saline’s Summerfest. Madylin Marshall, a senior, was named Miss Saline for 2025 with First Runner-Up Sophie Zadvinskis and Second Runner-Up Jillian Hayes. Twelve contestants vied for the crown, scholarships, and awards totaling...
WCCD: reducing harmful algal blooms in the Huron River, River Raisin, and Lake Erie
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are a growing threat to water quality, human and animal health, and our local economies. In southeastern Michigan, excessive nutrient runoff — especially phosphorus — from agricultural and urban landscapes contributes to HABs in the Huron River and River Raisin watersheds, both of which...
Ann Arbor to use art to commemorate historic Black neighborhood
Ann Arbor officials are seeking artists to help celebrate an historic Black neighborhood in the city. Dunbar Tower marks a piece of history at Catherine Street in downtown Ann Arbor. The affordable housing complex sits on the site of the former Dunbar Center, a gathering place for the city’s Black community.
14-Year-Old Charged in Carjacking of a Detroit Woman
A 14-year-old male has been charged as a juvenile in connection with the carjacking of a 45-year-old Detroit woman. The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said that on Monday, around 4:30 a.m., the juvenile was driving the stolen car recklessly at a high rate of speed near Rockdale and Majestic Streets on Detroit's...
Heatwave continues for Detroit area, then storms could move in
The stage is set for Southeast Michigan to have another hot and muggy day, with the “feels like” heat index reaching into the mid-90s on Monday and Tuesday. On the storm front, there is potential for showers and thunderstorms for the Detroit and Ann Arbor area areas and their suburbs. Mid-afternoon and evening hours...
Community mourning loss of priest who took unusual route to ordination
Livingston County’s Catholic community is mourning the loss of the Rev. John Rocus of Holy Spirit Church in Hamburg Township, who died Saturday of pancreatic cancer. Rocus took an unusual path to the priesthood. He was ordained at the age of 51 after a career as a woodworker. He retired from Holy Spirit in July 2024.
