Food Gatherers awarded $100,000 grant to boost emergency food purchasing

Ann Arbor, MI (January 11, 2023)— Food Gatherers, the food bank and food rescue program in Ann Arbor is the recipient of a $100,000 grant from the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation. Funds from the grant will support Food Gatherers’ mission to eliminate hunger and alleviate its causes by providing funds for emergency food purchasing. The $100,000 grant comes at a critical time. “The skyrocketing cost of food means that our neighbors are turning to their local food pantries and meal programs to fill the

WCC hosts World Arts and Education Forum series through April

Public invited to free musical/art performances and live discussions   ANN ARBOR, Michigan (January 25, 2023) – The Washtenaw Community College (WCC) Division of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences and Student Activities Department will sponsor a World Arts & Education Forum series of free music/art performances throughout the Winter 2023 semester.   The series also features live discussions with artists from around the world.   The series kicks off on Thursday, January 26, with a virtual

EHM Senior Solutions Announces Reopening of the Dottie Crim Adult Day and Education Center

Saline, Michigan — EHM Senior Solutions today announced the reopening of the Dottie Crim Adult Day and Education Center at 101 Brecon Drive in Saline, which temporary closed in 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Housed in the Memory Support Center at Brecon Village, the Adult Day Center provides a secure environment with specially trained staff to offer daily recreation, social support, and individually based activities for older adults with memory loss. The center reopened on Tuesday, January

WCC Free College Week will be held Monday, April 3 - Friday, April 7.

Sign up online to present a Free College Week Session(s) now through Tuesday, February 28. through the following link:https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/9407387c-7180-450d-a6f6-48fa56eb256f. The past success of Free College Week is rooted in the sessions that are presented by our amazing faculty, staff and Chamber members. This is a chance to demonstrate your passion, expertise or hobby to our community. Pleasehelp us make Free College Week the biggest success yet. Your participation will help make this goal

TheRide Receives $7 million in Federal Funds for Construction of Proposed New Expansion of the Downtown Ypsilanti Transit Center

AAATA thanks Congresswoman Dingell for support on initiative  ANN ARBOR, MI — The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide) announced today that a $7 million funding request was approved for the construction of the estimated $18-20 million plan to build a new, larger and improved Ypsilanti Transit Center. The funding request was requested and supported by Congresswoman Dingell.   "We thank Congresswoman Dingell for her support and leadership in helping us gain this crucial funding for the

Entrepreneurs invited to pitch business plans at WCC

Mentorship, support, cash prizes awarded to finalists and winners of Pitch@WCC   ANN ARBOR, Michigan (January 17, 2023) – Do you dream of owning a business but aren’t sure how to launch your plan? Are you a new business owner who is ready to grow? The Washtenaw Community College (WCC) “Pitch@WCC” business competition is the perfect opportunity to connect, get some feedback and earn cash to take your business to the next level.    The college will hold a virtual information session about the

Michigan Radio announces new “All Things Considered” host

Ann Arbor, MI— After conducting an extensive search, Michigan Radio is pleased to announce that Rebecca Kruth has been named as the station's new All Things Considered host. Rebecca replaces Christina Shockley, who left Michigan Radio in June to help coach public radio hosts and reporters across the country.  Rebecca will be a familiar voice to many Michigan Radio listeners since she has been the station’s weekend morning host since 2016. In that role, she also co-hosts and produces the popular That’s

Maya Adrine is Elected to the NLA Board of Directors Central Region

As a leader in her field, she will no doubt have a lasting impact on the organization's trajectory.ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Jan. 16, 2023 - PRLog -- Congratulations are in order for Maya Adrine, our Vice President of Business Development, who was recently elected to The Board of Directors of the National Limousine Association (NLA) - Central Region. Established in 1985, the NLA is a non-profit professional association that exists to promote and protect the international, national, and regional interests of

Ann Arbor SPARK Announces 2023 Schedule of CEO Podcast

Ann Arbor, Michigan, January 16, 2023 — Ann Arbor SPARK has announced the relaunch of the Conversations on Economic Opportunity (CEO) podcast. The podcast series is hosted by Paul Krutko, Ann Arbor SPARK president and CEO, and features conversations with key leaders of ​​business, government, and academic institutions. "The CEO Podcast is an opportunity to share insights and expertise with a global audience,” says Paul Krutko. “We believe that by sharing what we've learned, we can help others learn and

Destination Ann Arbor Welcomes Mike Price as Chief Sales and Operations Officer

Ann Arbor, MI January 17, 2023 – Destination Ann Arbor welcomes Mike Price as Chief Sales and Operations Officer. Mike previously held the position of Executive Director of the Greater Lansing Sports Authority (GLSA) for the last 13 years. The GLSA is a division of the Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau (GLCVB), where Mike has served in various roles for 18 years.  Mike was instrumental in the development and launch of the GLSA, an award-winning, full-service sports commission whose mission

Concordia University Ann Arbor to host all-campus Career Summit this February

On Monday, February 27 CUAA will host its first all-campus Career Summit and invites employers to connect directly with Concordia students. "CUAA’s Career Summit is a great opportunity for employers to connect with CUAA students and presents a unique opportunity for several reasons. First, the event is required for all students to attend, so employers are guaranteed to connect with students of all majors from freshmen to seniors. Second, we provide a transformational experience unlike the traditional

Registration for Summer Camp 2023 Opens Soon!

We are thrilled to be hosting summer camp at both our sites this year, with opportunities for children in grades PreK–5 at Leslie Science & Nature Center, and in grades K–3 at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. For more information about our 2023 summer camp program, including our camp catalog, please see our website. Registration will open to members on Monday, January 30 at 6 p.m., and to the general public on Wednesday, February 1 at 6 p.m. Become a member today to be sure you are on the list for early

Public invited to MLK Day Celebration Thursday at Washtenaw Community College

ANN ARBOR, Michigan (January 9, 2023) – The public is invited to the MLK Day Celebration hosted by Washtenaw Community College (WCC) from 3:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, on the second floor of the Student Center building on campus. The event will also be livestreamed.   The celebration will include live music and awards and will highlight an upcoming student service project. Speakers will address one of Dr. Martin Luther’s King Jr.’s most famous quotes, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is:

New Washtenaw County Board Sworn in and Leadership Committee Elected

ANN ARBOR, MI-  A new board was seated last Wednesday at the first Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners meeting for the year and term. The meeting was opened by Clerk Lawrence Kestenbaum who also administered the Commissioners’ Oaths of Office. While all nine commissioners took the oath, two brand new commissioners joined the Board for the first time: Annie Somerville (District 6) and Crystal Lyte (District 2). They join returning Commissioner Yousef Rabhi (District 8) to round out the 2023-24

Grant Boosts Programming at YDL’s Superior Branch

A generous grant from the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation will make 2023 programming at YDL’s new Superior branch even more enriching. In December, the library received $18,000 to help develop partnerships and expand programming to empower children and families. The funds will purchase materials and supplies, support partnerships with local non-profits, and fund presenters to bring popular programs to Superior “Patrons are eager to see popular programs such as our Lunch, Listen and Learn,

Total Market Vacancy Rate is 11.3% for 2022

This year’s report signifies Swisher’s 30th year-end vacancy report and will include a breakdown of vacancy rates by sub-market and present data and trends that cover over 11.5 million square feet of office and flex space in the Ann Arbor area. The 2022 year-end report addresses the impact of various market forces and the overall picture of commercial real estate in Washtenaw County, Michigan. Current data and end-of-the-year conclusions allow our community to thoughtfully envision future commercial real

Tom Crawford Joins Ann Arbor SPARK as CFO

Ann Arbor, Michigan, December 30, 2022 — Ann Arbor SPARK announced today that Tom Crawford has been contracted to serve as chief financial officer. Crawford brings to the organization a deep knowledge of financial strategy, human resources, and IT services in both the municipal and private sectors. As a senior member of the executive team, Crawford reports directly to CEO Paul Krutko. “He brings a wealth of leadership and financial experience and strategic thinking to the table, and understands the

Skip Simms, Ann Arbor SPARK’s Long-Time Vice President, Announces Retirement

Ann Arbor, Michigan, January 3, 2023 —After nearly two decades supporting the Ann Arbor region’s entrepreneurs, Ann Arbor SPARK vice president and Michigan Angel Fund managing member Skip Simms announced that he will retire at the end of 2022. “It’s been incredibly rewarding to promote early-stage entrepreneurs and watch the angel investment community grow during my tenure at SPARK,” reflected Simms. “Investing in startups is one of the most significant ways to drive our economy forward. More than any

Teenaged cellist wins Young Artist Competition | Symphony Snaps

Mozart's birthday is January 27, and we're celebrating with a concert of symphonies! Happy New Year from the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra! As we enter a new year of our mission, we're grateful to our generous and supportive audience for helping us do what we do, year after year. A tradition over two decades in the making, our Mozart birthday celebration concert returns this January to The Michigan Theater as we commemorate the life, works, and contemporaries of one of history's most influential musicians.

Destination Ann Arbor Appoints Sarah Miller as New President & CEO

Ann Arbor, MI December 21, 2022 – Destination Ann Arbor announced today that Sarah Miller has been named as the new President & CEO.  Sarah, who has been serving as Interim President & CEO since August 2022, will succeed Mary Kerr, who retired in July after 27 years with the organization. Sarah’s appointment was a result of an extensive national search conducted by Searchwide Global and approved by a hiring committee comprised of Destination Ann Arbor board members.     Sarah has been an integral part

WCC offers leadership and management skills training series

Multiple sessions kick off January 18   ANN ARBOR, Michigan (January 5, 2023) – Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will offer a workforce development series geared at helping develop leadership and management skills.   The succession of training classes include “Bring Calm to Conflict” in January; “Emerging Leader – From Staff to Supervisor” in February; “Experienced Leadership – Grow and Inspire” in February; and “21st Century Skills” in March.   Each 12-hour class will run in three sessions and

Volunteer Opportunity at Ele's Place

New Year. New Yeo & Yeo.

Helping our clients thrive. At Yeo & Yeo, it is why we exist. With an unwavering commitment to our relationships, our above-and-beyond spirit, and our deep experience that creates new possibilities, we’re excited to unveil our new, dynamic brand. Through a long journey involving our team, clients, community partners, and beyond, we captured our authentic spirit. To experience the new Yeo & Yeo brand, we invite you to watch a video on yeoandyeo.com.  As we celebrate our 100th year and look forward to the

EMU 2023 Internship Fair on February 8th

EMU will be hosting our annual Internship Fair in the Student Center on campus in Ypsilanti on Feb. 8, 2023 from 11am - 3pm. The EMU 2023 Internship Fair is an opportunity for EMU freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students and alumni to speak with employers offering Internships for the current semester, summer, or later semesters.  The event will be in the Student Center Ballroom on EMU's main campus in Ypsilanti, MI. Employer table cost:     For-profit business- $125.00 / table (8' x 8'