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Need novelty items? Shop at The Rocket

By Raven Gardiner · Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013

Filled with unique, fun and collectible items, The Rocket of Ypsilanti is a one-in-a-million find. The Rocket, located in Downtown Ypsilanti at 122 W.

Pianos 'Round Town available to public

By Anna Hinkley · Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013

Pianos ‘Round Town, a project developed by Korin Hancherlian-Amos, is in its fourth year this fall.

Police Blotter

Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012

Campus Oct. 8 A verbal argument occurred between sisters at 12:36 a.m. at Hoyt Residence Hall. A backpack was stolen at 9:12 a.m.

EMU student charged with election fraud

By Kenneth Bowen · Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012

An Eastern Michigan University student may face up to 93 days in jail on a misdemeanor charge of election fraud.

Grad nominated for YDDA position

By Allie Tomason · Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012

Regan L. Parker, a graduate of Eastern Michigan University, was nominated for appointment to the Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority at the Oct.

EMU student-directed YouTube webseries returns for second season

By Jerome Stuart Nichols · Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012

“Friends, Freaks & Fakes” is a surprising show. On the surface, this webseries would seem to be a serialized version of “Degrassi” with a slightly better soundtrack or “Glee” without the musical numbers.

State reduction in AATA aid won’t affect operations or public services

By Carlee Broughton · Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012

The Ann Arbor Transportation Authority’s board of directors unanimously approved a new operating budget for the 2012-13 year, which took effect Oct.

Tailgating food dangers

By Andrea Lorfel · Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012

With tailgating season in full swing, there can be an increased risk for foodborne illnesses.

Orchards face bad harvests

By Kenneth Bowen · Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012

The historic heat wave in Michigan this past spring left the state’s apple farmers with a very weak harvest this year.

Deal helps WCC transfers get associate degree

By Lisa Swearingen · Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012

Eastern Michigan University and Washtenaw Community College have recently signed an agreement modifying the reverse credit transfer agreement between the two schools, which will benefit students looking to pursue an associate degree through credits gathered at EMU.

Creps under investigation

By Danielle Willman · Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012

Paul Joseph Creps of Ypsilanti was charged and arraigned on two counts of criminal sexual conduct Sept.

Job fair to take place at WCC

By Danielle Willman · Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012

The Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber of Commerce and the West Washtenaw Business Association will be sponsoring a job fair Oct.

Smoke-free Air Law has no strong effect on bar sales

By Chelsea Idzior · Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012

A Sept. 17 report released by the Michigan Department of Community Health found the Dr. Ron Davis Smoke-free Air Law, effective since May 1, 2010, did not have a significantly negative impact on bar, restaurant or cigarette sales in Michigan.

Police Blotter

Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012

CAMPUS Sept. 16 A subject with warrants was arrested after running from police at 3:02 a.m. at Pittman Residence Hall. A backpack containing an iPad was stolen when left unattended at 8:31 p.m.

Ypsilanti public housing in trouble

By Allie Tomason · Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012

Interim Director of the Ypsilanti Housing Commission Eric Temple gave a presentation before Ypsilanti City Council Tuesday, Sept.

Two suspects named in shooting

By Katrease Stafford · Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011

Detectives have identified two suspects — one of which has been arrested — believed to be involved in an attempted murder shooting that occurred in the 1000 block of McCarthy Court.

Report shows Washtenaw county crime rates decrease

By Katrease Stafford · Sunday, Jan. 23, 2011

The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office released a community report detailing home invasion and crime statistics, costs of a police service unit and ways for residents to be engaged in their respective areas.

Sex assault suspect's hearing set for June 29

By Katrease Stafford · Monday, June 28, 2010

A man accused of entering the residence of a female Eastern Michigan University student and sexually assaulting her was arraigned Thursday on one count of first-degree home invasion and felonious assault with a knife and one count of first-degree criminal sexual assault.

Sketch of suspect in credit union robbery

Police searching for suspect in credit union robbery

By Josh Coudret · Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Police are still searching for the suspect in a robbery that occurred at about 1:40 p.m. June 9 at the EMU Credit Union.

Ypsi citizens support cancer research with Relay for Life

By Katrease Stafford · Monday, June 14, 2010

Cancer survivors and supporters will participate in the 2010 Relay for Life event at 10 a.m. Saturday at Riverside Park. Relay for Life began in Tacoma, Wash. Dr. Gordy Klatt, a colorectal surgeon, decided he wanted to show support for all of his patients who had battled cancer. Klatt began to raise money for his local American Cancer Society office by running marathons