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Five tattoo shops within 10 miles of EMU offer a variety of styles and atmospheres

For those looking for a new form of artistic expression, here are five tattoo shops within 10 miles of Eastern Michigan University's campus.

Earthen Jar prepares for grand opening of Ypsilanti location

Vegetarian Indian restaurant Earthen Jar is preparing to officially open a new location in Ypsilanti.

Ypsilanti Food Co-op celebrates 50th anniversary

This October, the Ypsilanti Food Co-op celebrates National Cooperative Month and the 50th anniversary of its opening.

Freak Fest returns to Ypsilanti for a weekend of entertainment

From Oct. 3-5, 2025, Freak Fest will return to Ypsilanti for the third time. Attendees can enjoy live music from local artists, visit vendors, participate in costume contests and more.

The Echo Q&A Series: one year in, Candy Coated Creamery is finding new ways to innovate

Started by Ypsilanti local Seun Awosika in 2024, Candy Coated Creamery helps build a community while serving up sweet treats.

Local Artist of the Month: Curator and Creative, Amanda May Moore

The Dzanc House is an Ypsilanti based community literary and arts center where Amanda Moore is the Creative Gallery Arts Director and Residency Coordinator. Moore is an artist as well, her medium is printmaking.

The Echo Q&A Series: Plant Based Coneys continues its Ypsi Vegan Fest saga

Get to know Brad and Melanie Lemont, owners of Depot Town restaurant Plant Based Coneys and vendors at the 2025 Ypsi Vegan Fest.

What's the move? Sept. 2-9

Get the scoop on what's happening on and around campus this week!

What's the move? Aug. 26 – Sept. 1

Spice up the first week of school with one of these events!

What's the move? Aug. 20–25

Get the scoop on events happening in and around Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University's campus from Aug. 20–25, 2025.

What's the move? Aug. 13 – 19

Get the scoop on what's happening in Ypsilanti Aug. 13–19, 2025.

Zero Waste Ypsi debuts in Ypsilanti community with Plastic Free July Challenge

Nonprofit Zero Waste Ypsi will host a five-day Plastic Free July Challenge from July 28 to Aug. 1, 2025, to get the community involved in helping the planet in a fun and collaborative way.

Michigan Student Action holds know your rights event on protesting

Michigan Student Action held a Know Your Rights event about protesting for young people interested in getting involved in organizing and activism.

Eastern Echo, Cellar Roots staff, friends celebrate success, Hall of Fame inductees at Student Media Gala

The Echo Q&A Series: Cynthia Herrman shares her journey as a rock 'n' roll musician, Depot Town barber

In this installment of The Echo Q&A series, Cynthia Herrman talks about her musical and barber career.

Ann Arbor’s Earthen Jar to transform vacant Ypsilanti storefront

Vegetarian Indian cuisine restaurant Earthen Jar will open a new location in Ypsilanti with the help of state funding grants. 

Several grants will help kickstart the Water Street Redevelopment Project

The MEDC and HUD grants are helping Ypsilanti make more progress on the Water Street Redevelopment Project starting in 2025.

Beara Bakes: A new stop for sweet and savory treats

Beara Bakes replaces GO! Ice Cream as a place for sweet treats.

Ypsilanti voters to weigh in on five Washtenaw County millages

Ypsilanti residents can expect to see five Washtenaw County millages on the ballot this November. The ballot measures ask residents to vote on the status of property tax millages that will fund emergency communications, veterans’ relief, elderly services, mental health services, public safety, and special education.

Protestors clash over Ypsilanti City Council resolution that aims to improve downtown safety

Protestors both in favor and against the resolution gathered at the meeting to make their voices heard, while important budget information was shared.