Summer

Extreme temperatures are not safe for anyone and even riskier if you are older or have health problems. During the warm weather months, many of our homebound senior neighbors are navigating high summer temperatures alone. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor talked with Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels President and CEO Barbara Niess-May to talk about how the community can help watch out for their elderly neighbors.

Food Gatherers is launching its Summer Food Service Program to support families who would otherwise miss out on school meals for their children. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

Westside Art Hop is Ann Arbor’s quirkiest art fair and takes place tomorrow, Saturday June 13th through Sunday June 14th. Art Hop showcases the work of local and regional artists on Ann Arbor’s Old West Side in a fun, friendly, and fabulously accessible way. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talks to Caitlin Boyce-Jensen about the unique art event.

The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is starting its free weekend bus fare program this coming week. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Organizers are proudly reflecting on the growth of "Peacenic Ypsi," an annual community picnic intended to build bridges between residents and law enforcement, as its third year approaches. This year's event takes place on Saturday, June 13th at Ypsilanti's West Willow Park. Lee Van Roth talks about this summer event with Peacenic Ypsi founder Pastor Joseph Jackson.

The pool at Veterans Memorial Park in Ann Arbor reopened today and will serve as a welcome oasis from the scorching summer heat. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

It’s game on as the Ann Arbor District Library’s Summer Game begins throughout the city. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

Washtenaw County is preparing for a hot summer with a list of cooling sites for easy access to the public. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Noise Permit is a youth program developed by the Ypsilanti District Library (YDL) and Ozone House designed to help teens explore their creativity through audio technology. Thanks to a new source of funding, the program will expand into the world of video technology. Lee Van Roth discussed the program's new direction with YDL staff member Shayla Card-Nowlin.

With summer fast approaching and Vets Pool remaining closed, Ann Arbor park officials are prepared for more residents wanting to cool off at their other pools. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.