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Cultivate Coffee House in Ypsi Closing Indefinitely

Ypsilanti’s Cultivate Coffee & Tap House announces indefinite closure

By Megan Forystek · Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022

The owners of Cultivate Coffee & Tap House in Ypsilanti have announced the business's indefinite closure due to pandemic restrictions.

EMU artist Samson Shofoluwe has goals to create meaningful work with impact

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Jan. 31, 2022

Check out this talented creator’s portfolio on www.shonobiart.com

'We can come together to put Michiganders first.' Gov. Whitmer delivers State of the State address

By Areena Basmadjian · Monday, Jan. 31, 2022

Governor Whitmer addresses accomplishments in the past year and pushes forward new proposals for the upcoming year in her State of the State speech.

CloseUp Theatre performs as part of the MLK 2020 Celebration

CloseUp Theatre Troupe live streams performance to celebrate MLK Jr. Day

By Marie White · Monday, Jan. 31, 2022

CloseUp Theatre livestreamed a performance of their show "Rising Together for Justice" to address racism and violence on MLK Jr. Day.

Meningitis exposure reported at U-M and MSU events

By Areena Basmadjian · Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022

U-M and MSU students who were exposed at the fraternity events need immediate antibiotic treatment.

Eastern Michigan University receives grant to promote STEM careers for young students

By Breanna Harris · Monday, Jan. 24, 2022

The AT&T Foundation gifted EMU $42,000 to promote STEM careers to local students.

EMU opens Shake Smart in the Rec/IM, offering students healthy dining options

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Jan. 24, 2022

Check out EMU's new dining location on Free Shake Day this Thursday, Jan. 27

Body found in Red Cedar River identified as missing GVSU student Brendan Santo

By Areena Basmadjian · Monday, Jan. 24, 2022

A body found by MSU Police and Public Safety has been identified as Brendan Santo.

EMU archivists create a mobile oral history recording booth to collect community stories

By Marie White · Monday, Jan. 24, 2022

Archivists at Eastern Michigan University have created a mobile oral history recording bus, where they hope to collect stories from the community.

Podcast: January 18, 2022

By Tre Briscoe · Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022

Washtenaw County prosecutor and the City of Ypsilanti file lawsuit against an EMU fraternity. Listen to The Echo’s news host discuss this on your favorite streaming platform!

Protest at Huron Valley Correctional Facility

Ypsilanti community rallies support for female prisoners at Huron Valley Correctional Facility

By Areena Basmadjian · Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022

The Huron Valley Women’s Prison in Ypsilanti is under investigation over the alleged neglect amongst inmates.

Death of man found in Peninsular Park ruled a homicide

By Megan Forystek · Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022

The suspicious death of a man found at Peninsular Park on Sunday has been ruled a homicide.

Eastern Michigan University welcomes Afghan refugees and offers volunteer opportunities

By Cedrick Charles · Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022

EMU students volunteer to help move in refugee families into their apartments.

Washtenaw County prosecutor and city of Ypsilanti file lawsuit against EMU fraternity

By Michael Dempster · Monday, Jan. 17, 2022

The lawsuit filed against Delta Tau Delta comes after 24 individuals filed three lawsuits against EMU and two fraternities in September 2021.

The Echo announces student editorial board for the Winter 2022 semester

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Jan. 17, 2022

If you are interested in being apart of the team, contact us now!

Eastern Michigan University reports all-time high of COVID-19 cases

By Tori Walz · Friday, Jan. 14, 2022

As EMU reports its highest number of COVID-19 cases ever, EMU students weigh in on safety measures, including delaying in-person classes and booster shots.

Eastern Michigan University students practice social distancing guidelines

Eastern Michigan University extends remote classes through Jan. 23

By Megan Forystek · Monday, Jan. 10, 2022

Due to rising numbers of COVID-19 on campus, EMU has extended remote classes through Jan. 23.

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A 24/7 substance use support hotline opens in Washtenaw County

By Tori Walz · Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022

WCCMH's 24/7 hotline allows Washtenaw County residents to receive a primary screening, a referral to a community-based provider, or guidance about how to get connected to services.

Free COVID-19 testing center opens in Ypsilanti

By Megan Forystek · Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022

A new COVID-19 testing center has opened at 2515 Ellsworth Road in Ypsilanti, the site of a former Walmart.

Eastern Michigan University to host week-long celebration in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

By Tori Walz · Monday, Jan. 3, 2022

Eastern Michigan University to host a week-long celebration in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy from Jan. 14-17, 2022, with a wide range of events and activities for the community to celebrate.

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Julez DeShetler and Queso Tone catch up after a short hiatus due to illness and someones birthday. The pair talk about their semesters and the final big events of the year, the Eastern Echo Media Gala and Rock The Patio. The latter playing host to Eagletainment's very own Queso Tone as a musical performance, with the shows closing act Anthony Roperti a former guest of the show.

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