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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

A large, cream-colored building with several stairs leading up to a front glass door. Carved into the front of the building near the top are the words "Ypsilanti Public Library," written in all capital letters.

What's the Move? March 24-30

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Get the scoop on what's happening in Ypsilanti from March 24-30, 2026.

Risograph machine in a room inside Dzanc House. It looks like a tall desktop printer.

Dzanc House encourages community to explore inner muse with risograph zine retreat

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The Risograph Zine Retreat at Ypsilanti art studio Dzanc House is a four-day event during which participants will create zines based on their inner muse and stories from their lives.

The exterior of a red brick building with a green awning over a large window. The awning says "Ypsi Alehouse" in capital white letters. In front of the building are a pile of white snow and a tree that has lost all its leaves.

What's the Move? March 17-23

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, March 17, 2026

From open mic nights to concerts and more, there is always something to do in Ypsilanti. Get the scoop on what's happening March 17-23, 2026.

Sign in front of a building says, "Washtenaw County Human Services Center, 555 Towner, www.eWashtenaw.org"

What to know about measles in Washtenaw County

By Lilly Kujawski · Monday, March 16, 2026

One confirmed and one suspect case of measles have been identified in Washtenaw County. Here's what to know about the virus.

Ypsilanti’s second No Kings protest set for March 28, 2026

By AnnaBelle Favre · Friday, March 13, 2026

Organizers are preparing for the nation's third No Kings protest, this time focused on immigration enforcement and causes local to Ypsilanti.

Poster for Fawn with text that says "Fawn. A dance theater performance by Charli Brissey" with a deer in leaves in the background.

Charli Brissey's interdisciplinary solo show 'Fawn' to open at Ypsilanti Freighthouse

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, March 12, 2026

Fawn by Chari Brissey is a theatre dance performance that explores the different contexts in which deer show up in everyday life.