Stories tagged: "Ypsilanti"

Education Faculty members strike at Eastern Michigan University. (Wallace Bridges via EMU AAUP on Facebook)
Education Faculty Make Deal to End Strike at Eastern Michigan University

Striking Eastern Michigan University faculty members returned to their classrooms Monday, after their union reached an agreement with the university to end a walkout that started last week.

Associated Press Associated Press September 13, 2022 9:09 am EDT
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Michigan Life 22 Unique Michigan City Names and the Story Behind Them

Which well-known Michigan landmark was actually the pen name of America’s first Native American literary writer?

Lisa Green Lisa Green February 7, 2022 2:48 pm EST
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Coronavirus WATCH: How One Michigan Couple Opened Their Dream Donut Cafe During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Ypsilanti residents Amie Anderson and Jamie Krake gained a following for their homemade donuts. Welcome to It's a Good Day Cafe.

Martha Spall Martha Spall July 8, 2020 3:58 pm EDT
Breaking Former Mayor Beth Bashert (left), Mayor Pro Tempore Lois Richardson
Breaking Ypsilanti Mayor Replaced by Black Woman After Racist Remarks

Outrage and action from her own community prompted Beth Bashert's resignation, just halfway through her first term.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain June 24, 2020 2:01 pm EDT
Michigan Life Top: Both young and old Ypsilantians used chalk to collaborate on this display for Pride. (Photo courtesy of Matt Hamilton) Bottom: A furry friend takes in the rainbow decor. (Photo courtesy of Wendy Ws)
Michigan Life PHOTOS: Pride Is Adding Some Much Needed Color and Hope to This Michigan Community

Even a pandemic can’t stop Pride Month in Ypsilanti.

Martha Spall Martha Spall June 4, 2020 3:05 pm EDT

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Ashley Lefebvre and Ian Jones hold the ashes of their baby, who they named Rowan, while posing for a portrait in their home in Clay, N.Y., on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022. Ashley Lefebvre had a surgical abortion this past May because the baby had Down syndrome and other abnormalities that were likely fatal. The baby would've been the couple's first child. (AP Photo/Lauren Petracca) Family These Women Had To End Wanted Pregnancies. Here Are Their Stories.
Accountability Everything You’ve Heard About John Gibbs’ Anti-Women Screed Is True
A 2013 ArtPrize submission called "Kaleidoscopic" by Amanda Browder. (Experience Grand Rapids via Facebook) Culture Eye on the Prize: 9 Past ArtPrize Winners on Display in Grand Rapids
Divers explore The Metropolis (Chris Roxburgh via Facebook) History Shipwrecks of Grand Traverse Bay: The Metropolis
Education Valedictorian Austin Carrell finally gets to wear his cap, gown and cords. (Photo by Rachel Spall)
Education WATCH: This Ypsi High School Valedictorian’s Speech Will Bring Some Hope in These Tough Times

Arbor Preparatory High School’s drive-thru graduation made it official for 40 students.

Martha Spall Martha Spall June 2, 2020 2:59 pm EDT
Business Business owner Jen Eastridge poses with store greeter/unicorn Reginald Peppercorn. (Photo by Adam Fox-Long)
Business WATCH: This Small Business In Michigan Is Spreading Joy With New Retail Appointments

Michigan is re-engaging the economy and small business owner Jen Eastridge is reigniting people’s joy.

Martha Spall Martha Spall May 28, 2020 4:33 pm EDT