Lost pets brought to Humane Society shelter
Several lost animals have been brought to the Humane Society of Huron Valley shelter. The organization is asking the community to help reunite these pets with their families by sharing the post and checking the photo captions for details on how to file a lost report or claim a pet.
Man who threatened Ann Arbor elementary school sent to psychiatric examination
PITTSFIELD TWP., MI - A man accused of posting a threatening note on the window of an elementary school will next appear in court in May after he undergoes a competency hearing. Jules Khalfoun, 18, will undergoing psychiatric testing to determine if he can understand court proceedings, according to court...
$7.3M Packard Street improvement project in Ann Arbor includes buffered bike lanes
ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor is getting ready to move forward with several months of construction to improve Packard Street between Main and State streets, including improving bike lanes and crosswalks with safety in mind. City Council voted 9-0 Monday night, March 2, to approve a cost-sharing agreement...
Free nutrition program helps Washtenaw County families cope with rising food costs
YPSILANTI, MI — The Washtenaw County Health Department in Ypsilanti is encouraging families to explore whether they qualify for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, which provides free nutritious food and support services to thousands of local residents, according to a March 3 press release. The program...
Southeast Michigan Psychiatric Hospital in Northville on Track for Fall Opening
MDHHS said the new complex will serve patients of all ages, with distinct facilities that provide separate living and program spaces for children and adults while sharing administration and food service. | Photo Credit: IDS. What You Need to Know. Michigan’s Southeast Michigan Psychiatric Hospital in Northville...
What to know: Why Ann Arbor schools are slamming the brakes on starting new...
ANN ARBOR, MI – A massive rise in material and labor costs could stymie the start of any new construction tied to Ann Arbor Public Schools’ capital bond this year. District leaders reported a 44.4% rise in inflation related to projects in the second phase of AAPS’ campaign just over six years after voters approved a...
Lyon Twp Board Enacts Six-Month Moratorium on New Data Center Projects
Another marathon meeting in Lyon Township Monday night, where trustees listened to nearly three hours of public comment before voting to enact a six-month moratorium on new data center applications, through September 8. "What would be presented on the (Sept) 8? In theory? I know you can't predict the future,...
Smoothie King takes decisive action, fires 2 workers
A routine stop for smoothies turned into a viral moment for a Michigan couple after two Smoothie King employees refused to serve them — ultimately costing both workers their jobs. The incident unfolded on a Sunday afternoon at a Smoothie King franchise location on Jackson Road in Ann Arbor,...
New house system implemented in Manchester Jr/Sr High School
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. submitted by Ioli Nikoletta Papadopoulou, Manchester High School senior. Since the beginning of the school year, Manchester Junior and Senior High School has implemented a new system to give students more opportunities to collaborate and...
6 opportunities to recycle household electronics in Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor’s sustainability office is teaming up with recycler Comprenew to give residents several opportunities to responsibly dispose of household electronics this year. The first will come March 9-24 with a secure drop-off receptacle in city hall during business hours, 8 a.m. to 5...

















