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It may be cold outside, but using alternative transportation to get around town is still a vital component of Ann Arbor’s A2Zero Carbon Neutrality plan. That’s the idea behind the “Conquer the Cold” challenge. The challenge is organized by the 'getDowntown' program runs through February 20th. WEMU's David Fair spoke with 'getDowntown' director, Lilliane Webb, to learn more about goals and impact.
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Ypsilanti Township is looking for a new representative to serve on the board of the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (AAATA). WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports.
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Starting next month, the State of Michigan will re-issue more classic license plates. WEMU's John Stockwell has details.
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District 9 Democrat Katie Scott has been named as the new Chair of the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.
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As the new session of the Michigan Legislature begins, State Representative Jason Morgan says, with Republicans in control of the House, a lot of compromise will be needed to get anything accomplished in Lansing. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The pilot project to build smart lanes on I-94 is garnering some opposition. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Many of us take transportation for granted. We have cars or can pay for Uber or bus rides. There are many who don’t have, or can’t afford, access. In the more rural parts of Washtenaw County, it can be even more difficult. That’s where the Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE) steps in. WAVE makes sure people can get rides to medical appointments, job interviews and more. WEMU's David Fair talked about enhancing equity and opportunity through transportation services with WAVE’s Community Relations Coordinator, Shasta Angell.
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The Ann Arbor City Council has rejected a $623,000 state grant to begin work for a runway extension at the city’s airport. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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An environmental assessment has been released regarding the planned Connected and Automated Vehicle Project on I-94. MDOT held a series of public hearings Monday on the findings. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.
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The Michigan Department of Transportation is inviting the public to a series of meetings on Monday to hear the latest on the I-94 Connected and Automated Vehicle, or CAV, Corridor project. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has a preview.