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A building with white column-style architecture is located next to greenery and trees and contains the words "Frederic H. Pease Auditorium."

What's the Move? May 12-18

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Get the scoop on what's happening in and around Ypsilanti from May 12-18, 2026.

Coffee and tea area on a counter in front of a window with plants in a book store.

Ypsilanti's Book Love Bar builds community through reading, art, events

By Hannah Borders · Sunday, May 10, 2026

Book Love Bar is a local bookshop in Ypsilanti that sells books, art and games. Book Love Bar also offers space for event hosting.

A red brick wall with a circular black sign hanging on it. There are four lines of white print on the sign. The first says "Ypsilanti, MI." The second says "Water," the third says "Tower," and the fourth says "Distilling Co." All of the letters on the sign are capitalized.

What's the Move? May 5-11

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, May 5, 2026

From musical performances to blues jams to play auditions, there are several events coming up in Ypsilanti.

The Flying Pilgrims RC Club welcomes all who take interest in radio-controlled aircraft

By Matt Hodges · Monday, May 4, 2026

The Flying Pilgrims RC club gives flight to model aviation enthusiasts.

A dog on a gray background with text that reads "The Hound of the Baskervilles by Tim Kelly. Based on the story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle."

Ypsilanti's PTD Productions presents 'The Hound of the Baskervilles'

By Hannah Borders · Friday, May 1, 2026

PTD Productions presents "The Hound of the Baskervilles," a play by Tim Kelly based on the novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

This photo shows the words "You belong here" written in rainbow-colored sidewalk chalk. Two chalk art hearts surround the words.

8 art-related events to attend in Washtenaw County this summer

By Hannah Borders · Monday, April 27, 2026

From pride celebrations to art fairs, Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor will have no shortage of fun this summer.

The backs of 6 audiene members face the camera. 5 Ypsilanti Township officials sit behind a shared desk in the background.

YCUA passes 12-month moratorium on water and sewage services for data centers

By AnnaBelle Favre · Sunday, April 26, 2026

The Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority passed a resolution proposing a minimum 12-month moratorium on providing water and sewage services to data centers. The YCUA board unanimously voted to approve the resolution.

5 ways to enjoy food and drinks in Ypsilanti this spring, summer

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Looking for a creative way to enjoy food and beverages this summer? We've got you covered with this list of Ypsilanti events.

The back of two attendees in City Hall's Council Chambers watching on as councilors discuss a resolution.

Ypsilanti lawmakers call on Congress to defund ICE, halt deportations

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Ypsilanti City Council approved a resolution to fund increased immigration rights education in the city and urge U.S. Congress to cease funding to ICE and border patrol.

A square-shaped building made of gray-colored wood with a brown-colored panel running across its middle. There are several windows, and the door to the building is purple. In one of the windows is a Black Lives Matter sign. A few bikes are parked in front of the building, and a sign in the foreground says "Ozone House Entrance." Overhead, the sky is a shade of pale blue.

What's the Move? April 21-27

By Allie Beecher · Monday, April 20, 2026

Get the scoop on what's happening in Ypsilanti from April 21-27, 2026.

Doorway to a gray cement and red brick historic building. The glass double-door entrance has the letter "R" painted on the front in colorful patterns.

Riverside Arts Center to feature Ypsilanti Community Schools student artwork

By Bilal Ahmed · Saturday, April 18, 2026

The Riverside Arts Center will feature artwork from Ypsilanti Community Schools students for an annual exhibition in May 2026.

A gas pump shows price per gallon as $4.099 for regular fuel.

War in Iran affects local economy, gas prices

By Lauren Holloway · Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The war in Iran and the subsequent closing of the Strait of Hormuz are causing gas prices to rise in Ypsilanti.

White-painted storefront with large windows and a green and red awning above the entrance. Vinyl records hang in the window with a sign reading "Wyrd Byrd."

What's the Move? April 14-21

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Looking for something to do? Check out this list of Ypsilanti events happening April 14-21, 2026.

A building with a red-and-blue-brick entrance. Extending from the right side of the entrance is a long gray-colored section of the building. Several green trees frame the entrance to the building, and there is green grass in the foreground of the photo. Overhead, the sky is blue, and there is a rainbow visible over the building.

What's the Move? April 7-13

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Get the scoop on local events happening in Ypsilanti from April 7-13, 2026.

Joel Hamami stands in front of the ordering counter, which says, "STUFD" on the front. In the background there are branded T-shirts and menu item photos.

The Echo Q&A Series: STUFD owner Joel Hamami creates laid-back college grub

By Sam Peterson · Sunday, April 5, 2026

Joel Hamami, owner of fast-casual burrito restaurant STUFD, discusses late night snacks and his experience as a small business owner.

Poster for Ypsilanti Shape Note Singing. Music notes are centered between blue text above and below them.

Shape Note Singing: An ancestral tradition open to all in Ypsilanti

By Gray Connor · Thursday, April 2, 2026

The Ypsilanti Shape Note Singing group offers an ancestral musical tradition practice to anyone interested in joining.

Two people sitting in chairs with pride flags behind them.

Crystal Skull Studio creates an inclusive environment for self-expression through hair

By AnnaBelle Favre · Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Crystal Skull Studio is a hair salon in Ypsilanti that specializes in curly hair, alternative cuts and bright colors. The studio's owners work to foster an inclusive and welcoming studio for all clients.

Christopher Kok and Julian Ho stand beside one another smiling while Julian Ho holds up her hand to show off her new engagement ring.

Ypsilanti resident reveals secret behind citywide scavenger hunt

By Gray Connor · Saturday, March 28, 2026

The Ypsilanti resident behind Ypsi Winter Games created a community scavenger hunt — and a lifelong memory.

An abstract painting of scratches on a blue background hanging on a white wall.

22 North Gallery showcases EMU MFA students' work in "Visceral Soup" exhibition

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, March 26, 2026

The "Visceral Soup" exhibition at 22 North Gallery in Ypsilanti features the work of 11 MFA students at Eastern Michigan University.

Creative Washtenaw announces 2026 medalists for arts, sciences, humanities

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Each year, Creative Washtenaw selects medalists who have made significant contributions to arts, sciences and humanities in Washtenaw County.