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Two people hold a very large sign resembling a check for $15,000. People cheer while sitting at a long desk behind them.

Ypsilanti families receive cash support from Rx Kids program

By Laura Meriweather · Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026

In December 2025, Rx Kids, a program that provides direct financial support to eligible families, was expanded to Ypsilanti. As of January 2026, 63 Ypsilanti families were enrolled.

Three faces made of vertical wood, metal, and plastic slices.

Intermedia Gallery Group opens Annual Juried Student Show

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026

The Flock | Astronomy Club with Raj Rahman

By Anthony Thaxton · Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026

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Local

Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor residents brave cold to denounce ICE

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026

Sports

Eagle Watch | Jan. 26 - Feb. 1

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026

News

Frustration clouds U-M, Los Alamos data center project

By Lilly Kujawski · Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

News

Water Street identified as top priority for Ypsilanti, residents share opinions

By Katherine Tatomir and Natalie Kyle · Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

News

Sexapalooza event encourages students to have conversations about sex

By AnnaBelle Favre · Monday, Feb. 2, 2026

Roots: A2vintage relocates to Depot Town, introduces Student Sunday sale

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026

Downing Hall residents temporarily relocated after flooding

By Gray Connor · Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026

Sports

Gray cement sidewalks and structures surround the black gate, closed in front of a football stadium on a partly cloudy day. A metal statue of a basketball player holding a ball above its head is positioned in the middle of the walkway.

Winning pedigree, new-wave talent: EMU football adds Erik Campbell and Zac Sias to coaching staff

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 2, 2026

EMU Baseball adds pro expertise: Seth Caddell joins as assistant coach, recruiting coordinator

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 2, 2026

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Feb. 3-9

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 2, 2026

Arts & Entertainment

Corner of a historical brown brick building with brown trim and glass windows. To the right of the building is a sign that reads "Rhizome Roots" with an arrow pointing to the right.

Rhizome Roots Studio fosters community with monthly open-mic nights

By Lauren Holloway · Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026

Ypsilanti Art Supply to open storefront, offer multi-use studio space

By Katherine Tatomir · Friday, Jan. 30, 2026

Roots Local Artist of the Month: Rae Brooks-Pauli finds spiritual connection through intuitive-based tattooing

By Carol Detary · Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026

Opinions

The WellNest Watch: Islamophobia is a public health concern, whether we name it or not

By Kegan Tulloch · Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026

The WellNest Watch: Making our voices heard, why local elections matter for our schools, communities and public health

By Nathaniel King · Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026

The WellNest Watch: Get a heavier coat! This winter will be different

By Ebrima Jobarteh · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026

The WellNest Watch: Islamophobia is a public health concern, whether we name it or not

Image shows Eastern's No. 0 player Gregory Lawson II dribbling the ball as another player blocks the opponent. Fans watch from court side seats in the background.

Eagles suffer late-game heartbreak in Amherst despite Lawson II’s career night

Sexapalooza event encourages students to have conversations about sex

Image shows a student athlete with their back to the camera, wearing a green jersey.

Wiles breaks sub-four minute barrier in historic track and field weekend

Alongside an intersection with a crosswalk behind them, protesters bundled in winter gear wave signs that say "Immigrants Make America Great" and "ICE out of our streets." One protesters is holding an LGBTQ rainbow pride flag.

Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor residents brave cold to denounce ICE

Brian Geiringer, center, speaks into a microphone. Two people are seated behind him at a desk and table.

Water Street identified as top priority for Ypsilanti, residents share opinions

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Print Edition: February 3, 2026

Latest Podcast

In his pilot episode of his club-reviewing podcast, The Flock, Anthony Thaxton talks with student Raj Rahman about EMU's Astronomy Club.

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