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The National Weather Service issued a regional extreme heat advisory for the Ypsilanti area from Sunday, June 21, until Tuesday, June 24. Heat index temperatures are expected to reach up to 100 F with high humidity.
In this episode, we're summarizing the articles published in The Eastern Echo June 9–15, 2025! To listen to the episode on Spotify, click here!
Despite the current lull in on-field and on-court sports action during summer break, there are still many things to look forward to as the start of the 2025-26 sports season inches closer.
Josh Nieman talks with EMU Campus Life Coordinator Juniper Bamrick about life, stress, grief and coping while the pair watch the sunset.
Ryan Coogler's recent thriller "Sinners" hit theaters amidst rave reviews. Eagle Entertainment, The Eastern Echo's new media podcast, discusses fan theories, hidden meanings, and the future of horror films. Check out the episode on Spotify here!
Brazilian Zouk for Beginners – Wednesdays, June 18-23, 2025
A new day in college football is on the horizon, and Eastern Michigan University is set to take full advantage of it. Bolstered by funding from the "Maxx Match" program, the Eagles have increased their funding by over $200,000 for the team’s upcoming season with major changes set to take place in 2025.
Going to high school just 10 minutes apart from each other, it seemed to be destiny that Brian Dooley's and Gunnar Oakes’ paths would cross.
The month of June represents Pride Month, a time to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ+ community. In 2016, two Michigan-based queer artists cofounded Ypsilanti Pride.
Looking for a way to beat summer boredom? Eager to engage in the community? Volunteering is an excellent way for students to build their resumes, meet new people, and most importantly, make a difference in others' lives.
Debuting in 2019 with Karl Sikkenga’s rewrite of Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” Brevity Shakespeare has made it their mission to bring classic stories to the stage in a way that is more accessible and more reflective of the Ypsilanti community.
Michigan Student Action held their Know Your Rights event on May 29 at 6 p.m. in a lowkey, friendly atmosphere with some folks coming from University of Michigan, Eastern Michigan University, and the surrounding Washtenaw area.
A judge at Washtenaw County's 22nd Circuit Court issued an order requiring immediate repairs and prohibiting the collection of rent for current tenants at the Arbor One apartment complex.
“Say Nothing” is a docuseries adapted from the 2018 book of the same title by American journalist Patrick Radden Keefe. It was produced by FX and created by Joshua Zetumer, then released on Hulu in November 2024.
Pride Month celebrates the movement for LGBTQ+ rights and honors the Stonewall Riots of 1969. At Pride parades and celebrations across the world, attendees will find rainbows, food and entertainment, and a safe space for queer people. Keep reading for The Echo's guide to celebrating Pride in Michigan.
Riding along West Michigan Avenue just before turning onto First Avenue, drivers pass a lot filled with greenery and colorful buildings, one bearing an oversized sunflower.
Five men and three women in the Eastern Michigan track and field program will fly the flag for the green and white in Jacksonville, Florida, later this week. Gabe Singh, Brendan Hill, Lucky Fiaku, Jake McEachern and Kian Wiles headline the men’s Eagles that will compete in the NCAA East Prelims that begin the morning of May 28, 2025. Micah Martin, Saraiah Walkes and Isabella Brent will lead the women into competition beginning May 29. Sophomore Jake McEachern will kick off the competition representing the Eagles in the hammer throwing competition on May 28 at 10 a.m. McEachern, from Lloydminster, Alberta, ranked second in the Mid-American Conference with a throwing distance of 63.63 meters, a season-best mark from him to boot. Englander Kian Wiles will also compete for the Eagles on May 28 at 6:30 p.m., participating in the first round of the 1500-meter that he placed first in the conference thanks to a three minute, 40 second, 73 millisecond time. Wiles, a junior, will compete again on May 30 in the quarterfinals if he advances as part of the top five in his heat or posts one of the four fastest subsequent times. Senior Gabe Singh rounds out the competitors on May 28, racing in the 400m hurdle division thanks to posting a staggering time of 50 seconds and 62 milliseconds, good enough for first in the MAC. The Toledo native will also race again on Friday if he places on the podium in his heat or posts one of the six fastest times of the day. Brendan Hill and Lucky Fiaku will both compete on May 30 in the high jump competition, the duo finishing second in the conference with 2.12m marks respectively with a chance to advance to the national championships if they finish in the top 12. Women’s CompetitorsIsabella Brent will kick off the action for the women’s contestants on May 29 at 10 a.m., qualifying for the prelims with a 57.54m mark that was good enough for fourth in the MAC. If the senior finishes inside the top 12, she will advance to the national championships. Saraiah Walkes, the MVP of the MAC Outdoor Championships, aims to back up her outstanding performance by also competing on May 30 in the 400m dash. If Walkes finishes inside the top three or posts one of the next six fastest times, she will qualify for the May 31 quarterfinals event. Micah Martin will represent the Eagles in the high jumping competition thanks to a 1.76m effort that was good enough for fourth in the conference. The junior will compete on May 31, and if she finishes inside the top 12, she will advance to the national championships. The Eagles that advance to the National Championships will return to action in Eugene, Oregon, from June 11-14.
The University of Michigan established its footprint in Ypsilanti with the opening of the Michigan Medicine Health Center at 220 W. Michigan Ave.
Spirits were high as Ypsilanti's Star Studio held its Rainbow Runway event on May 16, 2025.
Summer in Michigan offers a wide variety of activities, from thrilling outdoor adventures to cultural experiences, all within a few hours of Eastern Michigan University's campus. Whether you’re seeking an adrenaline rush, a peaceful retreat, or a chance to immerse yourself in art and history, the Great Lakes State has something for everyone. Here’s a guide to some of the best places to visit and things to do in Michigan this summer.
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