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The Washtenaw County Association for Community Advocacy says finding appropriate housing for the disabled around Ann Arbor continues to be a major problem. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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It can be expensive to install rooftop solar panels, but they do pay for themselves over time. Not only does it save on energy costs, but a new University of Michigan study says the value of rooftop solar panels will continue to increase. It will also be vital as the climate continues to warm, and we will need more energy to keep cool. WEMU's David Fair was joined by U-M Energy Systems Assistant Professor Dr. Michael Craig to learn more about the research.
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The three-story, 72-unit development will cater towards University of Michigan students and professionals. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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Ann Arbor will serve as host to the National PFAS conference, which runs June 10th-12th at the Michigan League. Scientists, political leaders and environmental advocates will gather to discuss the best ways forward in dealing with toxic forever chemicals. Among them will be Robert Kerr, who is co-chair of the 2024 National PFAS Conference and Community Leader with the Great Lakes PFAS Action Network. He, along with WEMU's David Fair, previews the conference and why it's so important to Washtenaw County and the state of Michigan.
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The UM Regents approved a Class C liquor license for the Big House at this month's meeting. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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University of Michigan students gathered outside the Washtenaw County Courthouse Wednesday demanding county prosecutor Eli Savit drop charges against student protesters. That after the pro-Palestine encampment on the Diag was removed earlier this week. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more.
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The teams have only played ten times in their programs' history. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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After students protested outside of the homes of UM Regents, the university continues to reject the protesters' demands. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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The earlier in age we begin addressing societal and educational inequity, the better the future results will be. There is a partnership between The University of Michigan School of Kinesiology Childhood Disparities Research Laboratory (UMCDRL) and the Washtenaw Intermediate School District that is working to provide equitable access to structured physical activity to children inside the classroom. WEMU's David Fair spoke to U-M associate professor of Kinesiology, Dr. Rebecca Hasson, and regional school health coordinator for Washtenaw County, Danielle Dros.
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Those with the Biological Station hope the free events will bolster the station's community reach. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.