Ann Arbor MI

Today marks the first day of school in several districts across Washtenaw County. Meanwhile, officials continue to wait for the state to pass an education budget. Without knowing what the state has in store, Ann Arbor Public Schools are just plowing ahead. There are other issues that need to be...

Two Michigan school districts have delayed the start of the 2025–26 school year after mold was discovered in classrooms, prompting remediation efforts and new start dates.

A new seven-acre park opens its gates in Ann Arbor next month. The three-day bash runs September 12-14, showcasing fresh riverfront views and a direct path to downtown. At Broadway Park West, visitors can now stroll along 1,200 feet of water's edge. The Lower Town Riverfront Conservancy added winding paths and rest...

First day of school for Ann Arbor Public Schools 2025. A car’s rear windshield is painted to celebrate the Senior Class of 2026 as students make their way through the parking lot to enter Pioneer High School on the first day of school for Ann Arbor Public Schools on Monday, Aug. 25 2025.Get Photo.

Saline’s Mayor Brian Marl will be hosting his annual senior conference on Sept. 12 at the Saline Area Senior Center, 7190 North Maple Rd., Saline, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. “As the old adage goes – time flies. I can hardly believe this will be my 12th Saline Senior Conference,” said Mayor Marl. “I’m confident that...

Resident activists with the group Protect Augusta Township submitted 957 signatures at the township hall Monday as they seek a referendum on recent zoning changes, which were made to accommodate a billion dollar data center development proposal led by the New York City-based firm Thor Equities. Supporters say the...

ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor has filled another key role in city government. Malisa McCreedy is the city’s new transportation manager effective Monday, Aug. 25, the city announced, saying she brings over 20 years of leadership experience in public-sector transportation, mobility systems and planning. She comes to...

ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor firefighters responded over the last few days to a fire and two concerts with safety issues as students returned for the 2025-2026 school year. “Several serious incidents occurred over the weekend, setting a concerning tone for the start of the fall semester,” the Ann Arbor Fire Department...

More than 1,000 middle school students in Saline are forced to wait to start the school year due to issues of mold and mildew.

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