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Ypsi gets a holiday makeover

By Ashley G. Terrell · Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013

In spirit of the holiday, members of the Eastern Michigan University Student Government and the community joined forces to make the city of Ypsilanti magical and a little brighter with hanging holiday decorations on Monday, Dec. 2.

Make spicy, comforting stuffed peppers

By Anna Hinkley · Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013

Because it’s getting wet, gray and cold, I am craving food that is both spicy and comforting. Stuffed peppers can be both of those things. it’s a combination of rice, vegetables, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. I love stuffed peppers because that is almost a list of my favorite things to include in a meal.

Ways to spend the least amount of money on books

By Daizchane Baker · Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013

Expensive textbooks are a college student’s worst enemy, but if you’re a smart textbook shopper, you will stretch your dollar until it pops. With the winter 2014 semester approaching, it’s a must for college students to spend the least amount of money on textbooks.

Winter isn’t all about snow and icy roads

By Sarah Williams · Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013

Winter is upon us. Winter gets a bad reputation for being cold and in Michigan it means driving on terrible roads.

Aron Zell is a U of M graduate who has attended six of nine U-Con conventions. This year he debuted his new game, “Sea of Stars,” a table top role playing game. The game involves “hard science fiction” which incorporates actual physics theories.

Gamers gather at Marriott for convention

By Taylor Pinson · Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013

The hallways of the Ypsilanti Marriott Hotel were filled with people excitedly recounting the day’s triumphs and defeats to one another.

#GivingTuesday hits Eastern Michigan

By Lisa Swearingen · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013

Eastern Michigan University has geared up for its version of the national event #GivingTuesday. The all-day event will be held across EMU’s campus on Tuesday, Dec. 3.

Jewish-Americans celebrate ‘Thanksgivukkah’

By Mariya Gefter · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013

Grab your turkeys and latkes, because this year was the first time in 125 years that Thanksgiving and Hanukkah fell on the same day. The blogosphere has dubbed this day “Thanksgivukkah’” in honor of both holidays, but the holiday received mixed reviews.

Darius Rucker to rock EMU Convocation Center

By Kenneth Bowen · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013

The platinum recording artist will play the Convocation Center on Jan. 31. Tickets are on sale now.

Food Scoop: Bake jelly, shortbread treats

By Anna Hinkley · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013

Whether they are being passed out as gifts, set out for Santa on Christmas Eve or offered up at the holiday party, cookies are trademarks of the holiday season.

Educational inequality examined at 'Girl Rising' event

By Mandy Grenier · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013

On Nov. 25, the Women’s Resource Center and Sigma Sigma Sigma presented a screening of the film “Girl Rising” followed by a Q and A session for audience members to raise awareness for educational equality of women globally.

Birds of Chicago play The Ark in Ann Arbor

By Anna Hinkley · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013

The Ark in Ann Arbor has a long-standing tradition of hosting excellent acoustic music shows, and the Birds of Chicago on Thursday night was no exception.

Big Sean performs Wednesday night at the Convocation Center in Ypsilanti.

Detroit native Big Sean hits the EMU Convocation Center stage

By Ashley G. Terrell · Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013

Big Sean, one of the most popular artists in hip-hop since his debut album in 2011 “Finally Famous,” returned to his home state to perform at the Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center on November 20th, bringing his North American tour to a close. On Dec. 2nd, he will start the leg of his European tour until Dec. 18th.

The Food Scoop: Bake fierce gingersnaps

By Anna Hinkley · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, and unlike Christmas, I don’t have to worry about finding the perfect present for anyone. Without the pressure of romance, or the lack thereof, it’s much less stressful than Valentine’s Day. For Thanksgiving, all I have to do is bake a lot of desserts: apple pie, pumpkin pie, cheesecake and my favorite, gingersnaps.

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Echo editor shares tale of connecting with long-lost relatives

By Ashley G. Terrell · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

This Thanksgiving, a special piece of my life that I’m thankful for is discovering where I come from and the family I didn’t know existed.

Learn to cook tasty pumpkin soup

By Leaha Dotson · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Planning a Thanksgiving dinner takes a lot of work and time. Many people want to keep the Thanksgiving dinner spread traditional. This year my family and I are trying a new dish that keeps the traditional flavors in a different way – we’re adding pumpkin soup with crumbled bacon and toasted pumpkin seeds.

La Fuenta tasty, but doesn’t offer much else

By Joe Israel · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

The battle for Mexican restaurant supremacy rages on. With a plethora of eateries in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area offering quality Mexican dishes, it’s hard to decide who will emerge as the frontrunner. Enter La Fuente.

Donation jars: A crafty way to help others

By Sarah Williams · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and the best home cooked meal imaginable. It’s also a time to remember what you’re thankful for and the wonderful things and people you have in your life. But many people may not have as much to be thankful for.

Katie's Craft Corner: Ball Mason Jars

By Katie Remski · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

In the past few years, Ball Mason jars have been elevated from a humble jelly container to the hottest thing in crafts and decorating. No longer just for Grandma’s famous bread and butter pickles, Mason jars are used for holding everything from flowers to cocktails, painted a rainbow of colors and wrapped in everything from lace to twine.

Jennifer Lawrence is 'on fire' in new Hunger Games film

By Sydney Stuck · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Lawrence is amazingly convincing throughout emotional and physically demanding scenes. As Katniss, he has become iconic as the “Girl on Fire.”

Put the ‘giving’ in Thanksgiving — volunteer

By Daizchane Baker · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Sometimes it seems like the true meaning of Thanksgiving has been forgotten and only the good meals are remembered. Thanksgiving is more than eating good food – it’s about reflecting on what you are thankful for and spending time with loved ones. Also, Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season.

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