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There are difficult jobs and there are really hard jobs. Imagine working every day to try and find quality, accessible and affordable child care for single parents and low-income families. It isn’t easy and, in many regards, is getting more difficult. Annette Sobicinski and her team take on that job every day. Annette is executive director of the Child Care Network, and she joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss the growing challenges and where success is being found.
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The 64th Ann Arbor Film Festival kicks off on Tuesday, March 24th! The festival is the world’s oldest experimental and avant-garde film festival and this year, the team has curated another fascinating line-up! There are always some changes to the festival each year, including a juried portion of the festival and some special programs to look out for. WEMU's David Fair gives you a sneak peak of the festivities with Ann Arbor Film Festival Executive Director, Leslie Raymond. -
The heads of Ann Arbor's various city departments on Monday will present their budget needs and project suggestions during a Working Session of the City Council. -
300,000 patients could lose access to Michigan Medicine services if a new contract isn't reached by July 1. -
The preliminary budget presentation will be the first for recently appointed City Manager Dan Swallow. -
A fourth individual in Washtenaw County is being monitored by the health officials as a potential fourth case of measles locally. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The Washtenaw County Health Department is advising residents to remain cautious as a third measles case has been confirmed in the area. -
Ever been to a Friday night fish fry? These are popular events at area churches through Lent. It brings a sense of community to all who attend, regardless of religion. It fosters philanthropy and, in the end, provides some really good food! WEMU's John Stockwell does a frenetic, fish fry fun-run through Washtenaw County and brings you an extended report on the experience. -
The city of Ann Arbor has released its annual report on the activities of the various city government departments. -
Lynn Conway is remembered for her breakthroughs that helped shape modern computing. She was also a strong advocate for the visibility of women in computer science. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has this story for Women’s History Month. -
Last Thursday’s attack on Temple Israel has elevated feelings of unease among the Jewish community. But it has also revealed that where there is respect and a desire to understand, our common bond of humanity can forge ties more powerful that the forces that seek to divide us. -
The City of Ann Arbor is changing the names of two of its parks with input from the local community. WEMU's Ana Longoria has the story. -
The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners is weighing in on the battle over data centers. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
