An Ypsilanti nonprofit is directing its efforts to provide programming for youngsters in Ypsilanti that promote positive outcomes in all aspects of life. It’s called Educate Youth and says it's committed to increasing high school graduation rates and working one-on-one to develop a clear post-high school plan. WEMU's David Fair talked with founder and executive director Gail Wolkoff about the successes to date and the challenges ahead.
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The Ann Arbor School District will be asking voters in August to renew its sinking fund millage. Officials say without it, several future construction projects may not happen. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Ann Arbor could become the first municipality in the U.S. to establish a city-wide returnable containers program. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The City of Saline’s Planning Commission is considering strengthening language regarding how the city handles development project moratoriums. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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Each month, we partner with the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber to look at how the news of the day impacts the local business community. For this month's "Washtenaw Business Lens," WEMU's Caroline MacGregor was joined by Andy LaBarre, Executive Vice President and Director of Government Relations for the Chamber, and Destination Ann Arbor Director of Community Engagement Jennifer Chizek to talk about the upcoming tourism season and what Destination Ann Arbor predicts for this summer and fall.
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The Ann Arbor Public Schools continue to see a steady increase in its four-year graduation rate. The numbers improved after a reporting error was corrected. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The Ypsilanti Fire Department has received an evaluation from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), ranking it among the top 2% of departments in Michigan. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says there is a firewall between her and decisions regarding this year’s gubernatorial election while she is running for governor. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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The nonprofit at the center of a legislative grant scandal is now suing the state. Colin Jackson has more.
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The City of Ann Arbor and several organizations supporting urban bicycling are celebrating the positive impact cycling has had on the city. WEMU's Ana Longoria reports.
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A vote by Washtenaw County Commissioners to approve the Arbor South brownfield proposal will have to wait a few weeks. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Cinetopia is less than a week away now! WEMU's David Fair gets together with Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink to chat about the final preparations for this year's festival. Plus, they give a rundown of the newest films and special screenings arriving on the big screen in the coming days!
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Large crowd tells Ann Arbor Public Schools Administration to present teachers a better contract dealA large group of teachers, parents and students on Wednesday made it clear to the Ann Arbor School Board and administration—get back to work negotiating a fair union contract. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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