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In downtown Ypsilanti, the front entrance of the Ypsilanti Public Library, located on Michigan Avenue, features a glass door and large rectangular windows on both sides.

What’s the Move? Nov. 4-10

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Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Nov. 4-10, including live music, a True Crime Murder Mystery Show dinner in Ypsilanti, and free events in two of the Ypsilanti District Library locations, Michigan Avenue and Whittaker.


The Spook Boose in Depot Town

What’s the Move? Oct. 28 - Nov. 3

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Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, including trick-or-treating in Depot Town, Swing dancing, and a Halloween event at Frog Island Park.





Ma Lou's entrance has two outdoor picnic tables shaded by big red umbrellas. The building's front has two glass windows with red trim with a door centered between them. In the rightmost window is an LED sign that reads "OPEN."

Ypsilanti’s popular food for 2025, including Ma Lou’s fried chicken

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The city of Ypsilanti offers a wide variety of restaurants, and American cuisine, particularly fried chicken, is especially popular in Ypsi. Those who enjoy American food will want to try Ma Lou's Fried Chicken, a local restaurant that offers different versions of fried chicken along with other Southern dishes, house-made ice cream milkshakes, and more.



A wall with multiple windows leads to the campus bookstore. Multiple stickers on the window read "E Bound", and there is a donation box for books in front of the doors.

EMU’s online vendor change & 6 things to know about textbooks before fall 2025

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As students begin to pick out their textbooks for the fall 2025 semester, they must keep in mind that EMU's online textbook vendor will be changing in July 2025. Sadly, according to a recent survey, many students drop classes because they cannot afford to buy textbooks. However, there are some steps students can take to reduce the cost of textbooks without compromising their learning.


A handheld USA flag against a blue sky.

What's the Move? July 1-7

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The first week of July mainly focuses on Independence Day celebrations, including the Ypsilanti parade and food court. Also, people who like art and flower crafting can find interest in two events that will be held during the week in Ypsilanti.  









Join Caleb Henderson for the final episode of The Factory Report this semester, and his final time hosting the show.

Welcome back to The Factory Report, hosted by Sports Editor Caleb Henderson. Check in on all the newest EMU sports updates, highlights, and what teams to keep an eye on.

Host: Caleb Henderson

Director: Gray Connor

Editor: Zachary Yourman