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8 Washtenaw County restaurants now accept some SNAP benefits

By Lauren Holloway · Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

Select restaurants in Washtenaw County are now accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits.

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What's the Move? Sept. 29 - Oct. 5

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

Need a break or looking to have some fun? Here are some events happening Sept. 29 through Oct. 5, 2026.

Historical document from the Black Student Union titled "What We Want, What We Need".

On-campus conference to highlight the legacy of Black student activism at EMU

By Bilal Ahmed · Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

The Africology and African American Studies Department is holding a conference on Black student activism from Oct. 1-2, 2026.

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Ypsilanti officials consider data center ordinance proposal

By Lelaina MacDonald · Monday, Sept. 28, 2026

Ypsilanti City Council discussed the possibility of a new ordinance updating zoning laws for data centers in the city.

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Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Sept. 28 - Oct. 4

By Jeffrey Ellingsworth · Monday, Sept. 28, 2026

What to look out for in this week of sports at Eastern Michigan University, from historical tales to practical game day tips.

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Meet Michigan's United States Senate candidates

By Hannah Borders · Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026

Here is what to know about the five candidates running for United States Senate in Michigan.

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New EMU gallery shows off playful typefaces by California font designer

By Laura Meriweather · Friday, Sept. 25, 2026

James Edmondson, founder of the OH no Type Co., held a gallery reception lecture in the Eastern Michigan University Student Center gallery on Sept. 17, 2026 to talk more about his work, design philosophy and new book.

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Dzanc House offers free arts and writing programs for local youth

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026

Local arts organization, Dzanc House, offers three free youth programs for arts and writing.

Washtenaw County awards 9 mini grants to local community organizations

By Lauren Holloway · Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026

Washtenaw County’s Office for Community and Economic Development awarded $40,000 to nine local businesses as part of the Mini Grant Program in 2026.

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EMU block party puts Eagle pride on display in Depot Town

By Daniel Obiagbaoso · Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026

Eastern Michigan University held a block party in Depot Town to connect the EMU and Ypsilanti communities on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026.

Kyle Snyder stands in front of several computer monitor screens in the dispatch center, where a glowing green light illuminates the background.

EMU overhauls 24-hour dispatch center

By Sam Peterson · Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026

Eastern Michigan University is overhauling its 24-hour dispatch center to become safer and more effective.

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What's the Move? Sept. 22-28

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026

Looking for something fun to do? These are some events that are happening the week of September 22-28, 2026.

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EMU Archives receives $30k for music preservation project

By Lauren Holloway · Monday, Sept. 21, 2026

Eastern Michigan University Archives received a grant to work on a Michigan music project.

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Ypsilanti library closes after patron reports bedbug near computer bank

By Sam Peterson · Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026

The Ypsilanti District Library's Michigan Avenue branch closed due to bedbugs.

Meet the candidates running for US House of Representatives Michigan District 6

By Hannah Borders · Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026

Learn about the candidates running for Michigan's 6th District in the United States House of Representatives.

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EMU Theatre welcomes two new faculty members: Heather Brown, Nikki Green

By Hannah Borders · Friday, Sept. 18, 2026

Eastern Michigan University Theatre is welcoming two new faculty members this semester: visiting professor of lighting design Heather Brown and assistant professor of costume design Nikki Green.

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The Eastern Echo’s guide to celebrating National Cheeseburger Day in Ypsilanti

By Laleh Walker · Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026

With National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18, 2026, Ypsilanti community members may want to celebrate at a local restaurant. Meat lovers and vegans alike can find tasty options in the community.

EMU to officially induct Brendan Kelly as president

By Bilal Ahmed · Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026

Eastern Michigan University will officially induct Brendan Kelly as its 24th university president Friday, Sept. 18, 2026.

5 candidates running unopposed for Ypsilanti District Library Board of Trustees

By Lauren Holloway · Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026

The November 2026 ballot will include three incumbents and two new candidates running for the YDL Board of Trustees.

EMU football game Cruise Night draws car fans and car customizers alike

By Savannah DeBock · Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026

Eastern Michigan University hosted a cruise night for classic and unique cars during a football game on Sept. 4, 2026.