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All things Ann Arbor: culture, community, news, and events. In print every month and online every day. https://teapawt.org/t.co/0Gn29MQs2y

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Data Center Traffic A massive influx of tractor-trailers has residents asking what's being done to keep the road safe. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/data-ce…
Data Center Traffic - Ann Arbor Observer

Data Center Traffic - Ann Arbor Observer

Opponents of the Oracle data center in Saline Township had a laundry list of objections. But for the moment, the biggest concern is truck traffic. 

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Letter to the Editor: Teacher Contracts In response to our recent coverage of the ongoing AAPS teacher contract negotiations (Learning in Limbo, Feb. 2026; Water From a Stone, Mar. 2026). Read the letter here: annarborobserver.com/letter-…
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No Kings Protest in Ann Arbor on March 28, 2026 Photo credit: Annie Comperchio anniecomperchio.com
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Boulevard Market is now open in Downtown Saline 101 S Ann Arbor St
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Boulevard Market is now open in Downtown Saline 101 S Ann Arbor St
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Changing the Station WEMU's music director Michael Jewett and news director David Fair will retire in June. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/changin…
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Changing the Station - Ann Arbor Observer

WEMU's music director Michael Jewett and news director David Fair will retire in June.

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A2Zero, Six Years In Six years after approving a $1 billion plan to achieve community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030, the city is not on track to reach its goal by its self-imposed deadline. But officials argue... Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/a2zero-…
A2Zero, Six Years In - Ann Arbor Observer

A2Zero, Six Years In - Ann Arbor Observer

Unwinding entrenched policies that have shaped development patterns and community choices for decades takes time—so why did A2Zero set a ten-year timeline?

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Coffee with Brooke, Thursday, March 27th, 5pm to 7pm, at Arbor Farms Market Cafe
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New Era Contenders It’s been a bit of a whirlwind for the new-look Wolverines this season. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/new-era…
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New Era Contenders - Ann Arbor Observer

It’s been a bit of a whirlwind for the new-look U-M men's basketball team this season.

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Menopause Matters Women are making their voices heard. Physicians and policymakers are taking action. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/menopau…
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Menopause Matters - Ann Arbor Observer

Menopause and the menopause transition “remains one of the most overlooked and underserved areas in medicine,” according to the Menopause Society.

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When Home Isn’t There As homelessness climbs in Washtenaw County, shelters and service providers scramble to fill widening gaps. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/when-ho…
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When Home Isn't There - Ann Arbor Observer

As of December 2025, at least 842 people in the county are experiencing homelessness—a 42 percent increase since 2024. 

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Water From a Stone In a February 2 press release, the Ann Arbor Public Schools teachers’ union, Ann Arbor Education Association, announced that “it is no longer tenable for Ann Arbor Teachers to participate in unpaid work...” Read about it here annarborobserver.com/water-f…
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FREE ICE CREAM CONE DAY! Did you get your free ice cream at Dairy Queen today?
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What’s In a Name? The ins and outs of U-M's naming rights structure. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/whats-i…
What’s In a Name? - Ann Arbor Observer

What’s In a Name? - Ann Arbor Observer

Visit U-M’s campus, and you’ll notice names on buildings and signs labeling this or that center or institute. But what does it take to get that distinction?

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Explore Modu Mart with us (the old Hyundai Asian Mart location near Ellsworth and Platt)
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Rethinking Waste Two U-M spinouts are taking the adage “waste not, want not” very seriously. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/rethink…
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Rethinking Waste - Ann Arbor Observer

Two U-M spinouts are taking the adage “waste not, want not” very seriously.

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Arbor South Moves Ahead “We need to know if there's a reason to continue to pursue it,” economic development director Joe Giant told city council in January. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/arbor-s…
Arbor South Moves Ahead - Ann Arbor Observer

Arbor South Moves Ahead - Ann Arbor Observer

The proposal on the table called for the city to pay for the project’s infrastructure, including streets and three parking garages.

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With a frequently changing menu there always tasty new things to try at the Bellflower in Ypsi. Join us as we enjoy a hearty winter meal.
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A Stain in the Glass? In the windows of the Law School Reading Room, not all the numbers add up. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/a-stain…
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A Stain in the Glass? - Ann Arbor Observer

In the windows of the Law School Reading Room, not all the numbers add up.

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March 2026 Marketplace Closings Zamaan Grill and Ascend Cannabis close their doors. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/march-2…
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