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The annual Ann Arbor Art Fair kicks off Thursday, and hundreds of thousands of visitors will participate in what has become three art fairs in one and the biggest juried art fair in the country. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to Frances Todoro-Hargreaves, interim executive director of the Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair, about what to expect for this year’s event.

The City of Saline is considering whether to rehabilitate, replace, or remove the historic Saline River Dam. Dam removal offers long-term ecological benefits but raises concerns about aesthetics, recreation, and economic impact. A final decision on the matter is coming in October. In the meantime, the city has been taking public input and reaching out to neighboring communities for discussion. WEMU's David Fair talked with Saline Mayor Brian Marl about what has been learned so far and what comes next in the process.

The 2025 Ann Arbor Art Fair is just about here! Three separate fairs combine into one major event that serves the creative community and the economic interests of all of Washtenaw County. The Ann Arbor Art Fair runs from July 17th through the 19th, and there is a lot to experience in this year's edition. WEMU's David Fair discusses highlights and the fair's community impact with the executive director of the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original, Angela Kline.

New federal tax breaks, loans and programs could support the production of key manufacturing materials under a bill from a Michigan congresswoman. Colin Jackson has more.

Ypsilanti Township local officials are questioning how the proposed University of Michigan data center will impact the local community. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

The 2025 Thunder Over Michigan Air Show returns to Ypsilanti’s Willow Run Airport this weekend. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

President Trump's long-anticipated travel ban went into effect last week, marking a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talks with University of Michigan lecturer at the Ford School of Public Policy about the implications of this controversial measure for local students and universities in Washtenaw County.

Ann Arbor has launched a new program to help people reduce the amount of food they waste at home. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

The University of Michigan Ypsilanti Health Center is officially opening its doors Monday at its newest location. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

Ann Arbor SPARK’s recent annual 2024 report shows a concerted effort to direct enhance business development in Ypsilanti. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.