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Meet the new host of "Washtenaw United"! Decky Alexander will step in to explore issues of equity and opportunity in our community as David Fair steps into retirement. Decky's presence in the community has been felt in a number of sectors. You may know her as the Director of the Office of Engage@EMU. She is also a professor of Applied Drama and Theater. Her commitment to community service and engagement will serve her well in her role as host of Washtenaw United. She sat down for a conversation with David as she prepares to begin, and he brings his hosting duties to an end.
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A large majority of adults over 50 look for health information on the internet, but many report having little to no trust in themselves to detect misinformation. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
Scio Township voters will choose between Democrats Mary Gillis and Mark Altomare for an open Board of Trustees seat in August. Interim Trustee David Read has dropped out of the race. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Juneteenth National Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. And as happens each year, several local events commemorate the day. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor was joined by the President of the NAACP Ann Arbor branch, Andre' Watson, to talk about what is going on locally, but more importantly, what this day means to residents in Washtenaw County. -
Michigan Senate Democrats released their proposal for new data center regulations Thursday. Colin Jackson has more. -
The Michigan Senate approved bills Thursday to create a tax break for developers to build affordable housing. Rick Pluta reports. -
Michigan’s jobless rate edged up in May to 5.1%. We have more from Rick Pluta. -
Ann Arbor officials are seeking input from local businesses and institutions to help develop its Circular Economy Action Plan. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Friday marks the start of celebrations and remembrances that will continue throughout the weekend as the community observes Juneteenth. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The weather outside is warm right now, so why not cool off with a good flick? WEMU's David Fair is joined once again by Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink to chat about the new films landing on the big screen and downtown Ann Arbor's next round of special screenings. -
Avalon Housing is nearing completion of its first property in Ypsilanti and is seeking its first residents. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
Michigan House of Representative leaders say the chamber will not take up a Pride Month resolution this year. Colin Jackson has more. -
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall says Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s trade trip to Europe is delaying progress in budget negotiations. Rick Pluta reports.
