The City of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations is working with the local community to help them become better tree stewards. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.
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Washtenaw County Clerk Lawrence Kestenbaum says he’s preparing for strong voter turnout in the coming midterm election. WEMU’s Patrick Dunn has more.
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Washtenaw County is offering free public transportation to the polls on Election Day. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed debated Wednesday night for what's likely to be the last time before election day. As Russ McNamara reports from WXYZ-TV in suburban Detroit, the social safety net was a hot topic.
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A made-up polling firm is facing backlash for releasing imaginary numbers—including for some of Michigan’s key races. Colin Jackson has more.
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October is just flying by, isn't it? So, why not catch a scary movie...or whatever movie you prefer? WEMU's Mat Hopson meets up with Tara Calligan to talk about the new films and special screenings arriving on the silver screen!
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Michigan’s water infrastructure needs billions of dollars in repairs to maintain safety for the public. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports.
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Eastern Michigan University President Dr. Brendan Kelly wants to build a strong partnership between the school and the local business community. That’s the message he emphasized Wednesday morning while addressing the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Two candidates are making their case to be Washtenaw County’s next Probate Judge. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has your local pre-election coverage.
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A new voter guide aims to help voters understand how the November midterm elections will affect environmental issues around the state and locally. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
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Based out of Adrian, the Raisin Valley Land Trust was dedicated to preserving natural habitats in Washtenaw, Lenawee and Jackson counties. This past January, the land trust was dissolved and had its assets transferred to the Legacy Land Conservancy, which guaranteed the protection of 700 acres of land. Raisin Valley Land Trust co-founder Sybil Kolon looked back on her conservation work and shared her hopes for the future with Rebekah Warren.
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The state of Michigan recently introduced the concept of "3P Learning," which involves problem-based, project-based and place-based learning in STEM education. Now, a 3P Champions Collaborative Learning Initiative is in place, and both Ypsilanti Community Schools (YCS) and the Lincoln Consolidated School District are participating. Lee Van Roth discussed the challenge and what it may bring to both districts with YCS Director of STEM Innovation Kelly Mickel.
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Gun regulations are one way to differentiate the candidates in Michigan’s race for attorney general. Russ McNamara has more.