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By Jaclyn Chrzanowski · Monday, June 14, 2010

June 6 — Damage to business property in Jones Hall was reported. A subject was arrested for possession of marijuana while walking through campus near West Circle Drive and Oakwood Street at 11:08 p.m.

The EF2 tornado that touched down June 6 afflicted much of Dundee and surrounding areas. Damages included loss of electricity and 11 injured people. DTE restored the town’s power last Tuesday. Now, the small town is focusing on rebuilding and recovery.

Dundee cleans up tornado damages

By Jaclyn Chrzanowski · Monday, June 14, 2010

At 2:17 a.m. June 6, devastation hit Dundee and the surrounding areas. An EF2 tornado touched down in the small town, bringing wind speeds of up to 135 MPH along with it.

Martin joining Ann Arbor non-profit

By Matt Dauzy · Monday, June 7, 2010

Eastern Michigan University President Susan Martin was elected to Ann Arbor SPARK’s board of directors at the group’s annual meeting in May. Leigh Greden, executive director of government and community relations at EMU was also named to SPARK’s executive committee.

The Tangalaski family, which owns Ted’s Campus Store and Theos, has been a local staple for the past 60 years.

Family plans to sell Theo's, Ted's

By Katie Milewski · Monday, June 7, 2010

Ted’s Campus Store and Theo’s, as well as the people who own them, have been staples on Cross Street just off Eastern Michigan University’s campus for decades.

Easter Egg Hunt raises money at annual Ypsi Jaycees event

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, April 4, 2010

Organizers credit the sunny morning with a larger-than-expected turnout at the March 27 Easter Egg Hunt and Marshmallow Drop.

Committee finds $50,000 error

By David Gomez · Sunday, April 4, 2010

The Downtown Development Authority’s Executive Committee last Tuesday discovered a budget shortfall that put revenues nearly $50,000 under expenses and noticed money from the DDA’s reserves were used to balance the budget last year.

Willow Run schools to join Early College Alliance in '11

By Adrienne Ziegler · Sunday, March 28, 2010

Starting in Fall 2011, students in the Willow Run district will be able to attend the Early College Alliance program at Eastern Michigan University. ECA students attend EMU for free while maintaining ties to their high school.

Million-dollar Ypsilanti beautification project for Cross Street gets a boost

By David Gomez · Sunday, March 28, 2010

The Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority approved pulling $57,500 from its reserve funds to cover the local match for the planned Cross Street improvement project.

Chapelle, East Middle schools to close after a 5-2 vote

By Dan DuChene · Wednesday, March 24, 2010

In a 5-2 vote, the Ypsilanti Public Schools’ Board of Education approved a plan to close both Chapelle Elementary and East Middle School Monday night. As recommended by the district administration, the move, expected to save approximately $1.3 million, will go into effect at the end of this academic year.

YPS to vote tonight to close Chapelle, East Middle School

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, March 21, 2010

The Ypsilanti Public Schools Board of Education will be voting today on a district restructuring plan that would close Chapelle Elementary and East Middle schools.

Sixth-graders get smart working smartphones

By Christine Laughren · Sunday, March 21, 2010

Most students receive a firm reprimand from teachers when even a glimpse of a cell phone is spotted from across the classroom.

YPS holds special session to discuss budget plans

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, March 14, 2010

The Ypsilanti Public School’s Board of Education has scheduled a special meeting for this week to hear the proposed restructuring plan from the administration.

Police: Taser necessary to make arrest in Ypsi

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, March 14, 2010

A man was tasered last Wednesday night by Ypsilanti police officers, after allegedly becoming assaultive and combative during his arrest.

Seed Starting Squad helps gardens grow

By David Gomez · Sunday, March 14, 2010

The area surrounding Growing Hope’s greenhouse was covered in blankets of white snow.

Ypsilanti School Board to hold special meeting

By Dan DuChene · Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Budget reduction plans for Ypsilanti Public Schools are planned to be announced during a special board of education meeting next week.

City Council votes to deny Thompson Block extension

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, March 7, 2010

Ypsilanti City Council voted to deny a traffic control order for the scaffolding supporting the Thompson Block and initiate legal action to have it removed.

Ypsilanti District Library to build teen-only section

By Chris Hoitash · Sunday, March 7, 2010

The Ypsilanti District Library is preparing to add a new section catered specifically towards teenagers and young adults. “Teen Zone” is a project both library visitors and library officials consider to be important.

Suspects still at large in two strong-armed Ypsi robberies

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, March 7, 2010

Washtenaw County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating two strong-armed robberies reported in Ypsilanti Township last Monday. Deputies responded to the 3100 block of Washtenaw Avenue at 3:50 p.m.

YPD will save jobs by assigning another officer to LAWNET

By Adrienne Ziegler · Sunday, March 7, 2010

With Ypsilanti budget deficits skyrocketing in 2011, the city planned to cut eight officers from the Ypsilanti Police Department on July 1. However, YPD will be able to save two jobs by assigning an additional officer to a multi-jurisdictional task force known as the Livingston and Washtenaw Narcotics Enforcement Team.

Cafe Luwak wins taste test

By David Gomez · Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2010

The Corner Brewery was crowded. Bicycle enthusiasts stood outside and talked about their ride while the rest of their group was inside with the crowd enjoying mugs of beer and samples of chili. The line for chili remained constant throughout the day; the last stop on the Depot Town Chili Challenge was where everyone would end up. One group that was especially happy to see the large turnout was SOS Community Services.