New Jack in the Box Coming to Metro Detroit in 2026
Get ready, Michigan! A fast-food favorite is back on the scene, and locals are buzzing with excitement about those classic burgers and crispy tacos.
Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital added as a measles exposure site as outbreak continues
An unvaccinated child connected to the first case through close contact is the seventh confirmed measles case in Washtenaw County. The Washtenaw County Health Department has found that the child with measles arrived at Trinity Health Ann Arbor’s Emergency Room on Saturday, March 21st. Health Department Spokesperson...
This Spellbinding Michigan Library Feels Straight Out Of Hogwarts
I spent my entire childhood checking the mailbox for a heavy parchment envelope that never arrived, but the moment I stepped into this Ann Arbor building, I realized I finally found the coordinates. Walking through it, the air changes, and I am suddenly certain that if I turn a corner...
Big Ten sends six teams to the Sweet 16 — but only one looks...
The Big Ten has placed six teams in the Sweet 16, one short of the all-time record. On the surface, it looks like a statement of power. A conference finally breaking through after years of disappointment. But numbers don’t tell the whole story. Because when you look closer, this...
Feeling slighted, Michigan veteran DL turns criticism into fuel
ANN ARBOR – Michigan defensive tackle Trey Pierce isn’t afraid to admit it. Like many fans, he scrolls through social media to see what people are saying about his team. When it comes to criticism of the Wolverines’ defensive line, he takes it personally. “I know you’re...
Guardians of the Huron River
“I spy an egret, located in Gallup Park,” write both Bryan Magnuson and Lisa Pasbjerg. “The photo is of the Guardians of the Huron River sculpture,” says Marilyn Knepp. “It is a graceful sculpture along the Huron River,” observes Cathy Chow. “Gorgeous,” remarks Shannon Kohlitz, adding, “Do I get bonus points if I...
Ann Arbor teachers and school district remain locked in contract negotiations
A battle over pay and priorities is unfolding in Ann Arbor Public Schools as the teachers' union and the district remain locked in intense negotiations.
Ann Arbor Public Schools hire new Chief Financial Officer
After a nearly two and a half year vacancy, Ann Arbor Public Schools have hired a full-time Chief Financial Officer. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. New CFO Ante’ Britten comes to the district from the University of Michigan. He has served as Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at the Ford School of Public...
🚌 Multiple Transportation Jobs in Washtenaw County, MI
Washtenaw County’s transportation scene is busy and hiring! Whether you’re handy with tools or love being on the road, there are solid options for steady work and good benefits right now.
Dexter Police Calls for Service Decline in February 2026
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office reported 149 calls for service in the City of Dexter in February 2026. Total calls for 2026 (Jan-Feb) are 305, a decrease of 15% compared to the same period in 2025. Traffic Activity Declines. Deputies conducted 24 traffic stops in February, continuing a downward...

















