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Small businesses are the lifeblood of any community, and Ypsilanti is no exception. WEMU's Josh Hakala and Concentrate Media's Rylee Barnsdale talk about what makes Ypsilanti's small business community unique with their guest, former city council member and current small business owner Brian Jones-Chance.
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The National Brewers Association confirms what most people already knew about the beer brewing industry– it is dominated by white men. The most recent study found 76% of brewery owners are male, and 93% are white. But there are efforts underway to diversify the market based right here in Washtenaw County. WEMU's Cathy Shafran has more.
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#OTGYpsi: A local nonprofit provides positive experiences for Ypsilanti area youth and a coat drive!In its second year, Ypsilanti youth arts nonprofit "Elevation Youth Corp" is planning to support the community with winter coats for those in need. WEMU's…
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Due to the pandemic, last year's First Fridays program in Ypsilanti took place mostly online. This year, they're adding some new components and plan to be…
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Artwork produced by Ypsilanti Community Schools students is on display at six local businesses after their original show in Washington D.C. was cancelled,…
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WEMU's Lisa Barry and "On the Ground-Ypsi" project manager Sarah Rigg talk with Ypsilanti Rotary Club president Taryn Willis about their efforts to…
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Breaking into the music scene is not an easy task. One would need talent, access to recording equipment, and personal/professional connections. So,…
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Craft beer has become a major industry in Michigan, but it's been mostly run by white males. A new brewery opening in Ypsilanti's Depot Town seeks to…