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Our World, Our Story: A Conversation with Jay’Len Boone

By Bianca Ramsey · Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020

Jay’Len Boone came to EMU’s Honors College to talk about his success as the eighth United States Youth Observer to the United Nations. An open panel discussion followed the lecture. This event was one of first this year in celebration of Black History Month.

Police Blotter: Feb. 3 - Feb. 5

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020

The police blotter is a report of criminal activity going on in Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University during the week of Feb. 3 through Feb. 5

EMU Symphony Orchestra Performs in Pease Auditorium

By Gracie Thompson · Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020

The Symphony Orchestra of EMU held their concert in Pease Auditorium on Friday, February 8th. The concert was sensory-friendly, providing various accommodations.

Ypsilanti plans to further monetize parking

By Ahmad Zalt · Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020

Ypsilanti’s parking is being updated with paid and time-limited parking as well as updated meters. These updates may be costly but according to Mayor Beth Bashert, revenue will be generated from the project that will make up for the cost.

Results of additional specimen from Washtenaw County come back negative for Coronavirus

By Sophia Kalakailo · Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020

The results of the additional specimen from Washtenaw County came back negative for the 2019 Novel Coronavirus on Jan. 31, 2020. There are no confirmed cases in Michigan.

4th Annual ‘Moments of Color’ showcase kicks off Black History Month

By Gracie Thompson · Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020

The 4th Annual ‘Moments of Color’ was held Tuesday, February 5th, in EMU’s ballroom, bringing crowds together to learn and honor important African American figures throughout history.

Everything you need to know about recreational marijuana in Ypsilanti

By Austin Elliott · Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020

Ypsilanti is now accepting applications for dispensaries to receive a permit to sell recreationally. The application will close on March 4 and there is no set date for when those that receive the permit can start selling to all adults 21 years old or older, though it's expected to start in April.

A car crash occurred on the Washtenaw Avenue and Oakwood St. intersections

Accident Brief: Car flips just off-campus on Washtenaw and Oakwood

By Dan D'Introno and Carmen Cheng · Friday, Feb. 7, 2020

A car accident occured at the intersection of Washtenaw Ave. and Oakwood St. around 11 a.m on Monday, Feb. 3. The car involved in the accident was flipped upside down, however the driver is in stable medical condition. The accident was inview of the the Mark Jefferson Science Complex and McKenny Hall of EMU.

Ypsilanti tight on public safety training, but making improvements in 2020

By Tyler Gaw · Friday, Feb. 7, 2020

Ypsilanti will be tight on public safety training, despite the city adding staff for a third consecutive budget year. Mayor Bashert explains Ypsilanti's progress and the expectations for the new year.

Police Blotter: Jan. 27 - Jan. 31

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020

The police blotter is a report of criminal activity going on in Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University during the week of Jan. 27 through Jan. 31.

Three Michigan Coronavirus specimens tests come back negative, health officials await one result

By Sophia Kalakailo · Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020

Three specimens’, two from Washtenaw and one from Macomb, results came back negative for the 2019 Novel Coronavirus. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Washtenaw County Health Departments are still waiting on the results of another specimen from Washtenaw County. There are no confirmed cases in Michigan and only five confirmed cases in the U.S.

The Ypsilanti community weighs in on beloved water tower for the landmark's 130th birthday

By Heather Weigel and Sophia Kalakailo · Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020

Ypsi and EMU locals weigh in on what our water tower means to them.

Riverside Arts Center showcases "Insecurity" in its newest gallery

The Riverside Arts Center Holds Art Exhibit: “Insecurity”

By Gracie Thompson · Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020

The theme of “Insecurity” in Ypsilanti’s community was brought to life in the free art exhibit at The Riverside Arts Center, which from Jan. 10 to Jan. 31. The idea for the gallery was thought up the Ypsi Gathering Space. The exhibit aimed to demonstrate the vulnerable side and thoughts of people in the community.

EMU and Ann Arbor Police Train at Buell Hall on Thursday, Jan. 31

By Dan D'Introno · Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020

Eastern Michigan University Police, via the university’s Department of Safety, hosted a training at Buell Hall. Buell Hall is currently not occupied by EMU students as a residence hall.

Eastern Michigan University Student Government meets on Tuesday Jan. 21, 2020

EMU Student Government allocates $4,300 to student organizations in most recent finance meeting

By Sophia Kalakailo · Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020

Some organizations that they allocated money to include BSU, NAACP, NPHC, Model UN, Zeta Sigma Chi and Kings of Color.

Business and Finance Committee approves all club sport allocation requests in full

By Sophia Kalakailo · Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020

The Business and Finance Committee fulfilled all allocation requests from club sports in full on Tuesday, Jan. 28 allocating a total of $4,601.64 to Club Sports at their meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 28 from their total budget of $25,752.78.

EMU 6 Figures Performed a Playback for the Decade

EMU’s 6 Figures performs 'A Playback for the Decade'

By Gracie Thompson · Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020

Dr. Anita Rich conducts the students of EMU in the 6 Figures Performance held in Quirk Sponberg’s 107 Lab Theatre, showcasing their improvisational skills for the public on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Eagle Nutrition Services host home-cooking classes

By Sophia Kalakailo and Sarai Silva · Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020

The Eagle Nutrition Services host home-cooking classes available for an LBC credit. To contact ENS, call 734.487.6572 or email chhs_nutrition@emich.edu. To register for a home-cooking class, visit their registration page.

Two resolutions passed and BSU delegate approved at EMU Student Government meeting Jan. 21, 2020

By Dan D'Introno · Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020

Senators elected BSU delegate Kiera Osbourne and passed resolutions 106-11 and 106-15. Resolution 106-11 will create “ad-hoc committee on the issue of disability rights and accomodations.” Resolution 106-15 asks that LAZ parking notify students of being ticketed via email or text-message within 24 hours of a violation. Two resolutions were tabled, 106-13 and 106-14.

Ypsilanti and Amtrak hope to bring train station to Depot Town

By Bianca Ramsey and Sophia Kalakailo · Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020

Amtrak and the city of Ypsilanti hope to construct a train station in Depot Town in the next few years. Discussions behind this project have been underway for three years.

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