Ypsilanti was the second municipality in the country after Detroit to pass a Community Benefits Ordinance. On Tuesday, the City Council will consider making some changes to what has already been considered a success. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The U.S. Senate is likely to hold an initial procedural vote Tuesday on the Rescissions Act of 2025. This is the measure that could claw back money already committed to public media for this fiscal year and next. Morning Edition host David Fair was joined by WEMU General Manager Molly Motherwell to discuss the process and potential impacts on Public media and WEMU.
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Housing and food insecurity continue to grow in Washtenaw County, and the organizations that assist people through the difficult times are facing some challenges of their own right now. Rhonda Weathers is the executive director of SOS Community Services. She joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss the role SOS Community Services has played in its 55 years in the area.
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The annual Ann Arbor Art Fair gets underway this Thursday and is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor has a few safety tips to keep in mind.
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The City of Saline has received the results of an analysis of the area fire district including some recommendations to improve service. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Northville Public School residents are being asked August 5th to renew the district’s Sinking Fund Millage. A community information meeting is scheduled for Wednesday morning. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Stakeholders seem doubtful about any progress in state budget talks as lawmakers get ready for a possible return to Lansing this week. Colin Jackson has more.
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Saline's acting city manager, Elle Cole, who was passed over for the permanent position, says she will - for now - remain where she is. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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There is strength in numbers, and in a time of increasing community need, banding together can make a difference. That’s the idea behind the group “Ann Arbor Women for Good.” The group has focused its efforts based on Grapevine’s philosophy of “Giving Circles.” WEMU's David Fair talked with business owner, community volunteer, credentialed leadership and executive coach Lisa Pasjberg about how the group started, its impact so far and what lay ahead.
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Scammers have been targeting artists, vendors and sponsors ahead of this month’s Ann Arbor Art Fair. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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A ballot measure to raise taxes on Michiganders making over $500,000 a year got delayed Thursday at a state elections board meeting. Colin Jackson has more.
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