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Five people sit at a wooden desk in the Ypsilanti Township civic center meeting room. Behind them, a projector shows an example of a 110-megawatt substation.

Ypsilanti Township issues land-use moratorium impacting data centers

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026

Ypsilanti Township approved a land-use moratorium aimed at electric utilities that power data centers and other major infrastructure.

A graphic detailing a library closure due to bed bugs.

Ypsilanti District Library Michigan Avenue branch temporarily closed due to bed bugs

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026

Staff at the Ypsilanti District Library on Michigan Avenue found bed bugs and the branch is temporarily closed.

A colorful cow sculpture watches over the gardens at Growing Hope.

Ypsilanti Food Fest returns Saturday, Aug. 15

By Sam Peterson · Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026

Food Fest returns to Ypsilanti on Saturday, Aug. 15.

A grassy area surrounded by trees and woods.

U-M confirms Textile Road site for research computing facility

By Lilly Kujawski and Laura Meriweather · Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026

The University of Michigan has confirmed its selection of a site for its research computing facility in Ypsilanti Township.

Illustration of an American elm tree showing a leaf, seeds and a close view of the bark.

Ypsilanti maps urban forest with state-funded grant

By Sam Peterson · Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026

Ypsilanti is using a state-funded grant to create urban forest inventories for the parks.

The left side of the Ypsilanti District Library Bookmobile.

Ypsilanti District Library's Bookmobile brings library access to community

By Hannah Borders · Friday, Aug. 7, 2026

The Ypsilanti District Library Bookmobile makes stops around the Ypsilanti area to bring the library to those unable to make it to one of the buildings.

Ypsilanti water systems not impacted amid multi-state cyber attacks

By Laura Meriweather · Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026

Officials confirmed that Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority was not one of the municipal water systems impacted by recent cyberattacks across Michigan.

Groups of people sitting at a park for a concert.

Fun Fest returns to Ypsilanti for sixth year with 13 music acts

By Lelaina MacDonald · Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026

Fun Fest 2026 will be held Saturday, August 8 at Frog Island Park.

Mike Eller wins Republican nomination for Michigan's District 32

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026

Mike Eller won the Republican nomination for Michigan's District 32 in the August primary.

A close-up look at the City Hall building shows its window with the words "City Hall" displayed on it.

Mayor Brown, incumbent council members keep seats in Ypsilanti primary

By Lelaina MacDonald · Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026

Ypsilanti's incumbent City Council members and mayor kept their seats in the Aug. 4 primary.

A "vote here" sign sits next to campaign signs for Chris Swanson, Alethia Battles and William Riney near the Ypsilanti Free Methodist Church

Benson, James clinch governor nominations; Brabec, Wilson win state Democrat contests

By Sam Peterson · Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026

Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James both secured the gubernatorial nomination in the Michigan primary.

An array of "I Voted" stickers featuring drawings and original artwork.

Letter from the Editor: Go out and vote!

By Lilly Kujawski · Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026

The Eastern Echo's editor-in-chief encourages residents to flex their democratic muscles and vote in the August primary.

Image of a building with concrete columns and a window labeled "City Hall."

Meet the candidates running for Ypsilanti mayor, City Council

By Lelaina MacDonald and Sam Peterson · Monday, Aug. 3, 2026

Here is what to know about candidates running for Ypsilanti mayor and City Council.

An eagle sits on a ballot box with the words "The Eastern Echo wants you to vote."

What to know about Ypsilanti’s Aug. 4 primary election

By Sam Peterson · Thursday, July 30, 2026

The U.S. primary election takes place on Aug. 4, 2026, and voters may have last minute questions about how to vote. Here is The Eastern Echo's guide to the 2026 primary.

What qualities do you value most in a local candidate?

By Laleh Walker · Monday, July 27, 2026

On Aug. 4, Michigan voters will be returning to the polls for the Primary Election. The Eastern Echo asked Ypsilanti community members what qualities they value most in a local candidate.

Stephanie Pocsi-Morrison sits surrounded by various stuffed animals of different types and colors.

Ypsilanti District Library to host Adopt a Pet Storytime with donated stuffed animals

By Hannah Borders · Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Ypsilanti District Library will host an Adopt a Pet Storytime event on Aug. 1, 2026.

A student and instructor giving a thumbs up in a training car.

Life saving teen driver training program heads to Ypsilanti

By Laleh Walker · Monday, July 20, 2026

On July 25-26, B.R.A.K.E.S (Be Responsible and Keep Everyone Safe) will head to Ypsilanti to host its free life saving teen driver training program at The American Center For Mobility.

A crowd of people smiling as they explore Ypsi Pride 2025

Ypsilanti Pride postponed due to dangerous air quality

By AnnaBelle Favre · Friday, July 17, 2026

Ypsi Pride canceled its July 18 event and rescheduled for Aug. 30, citing dangerous air quality from Canadian wildfires.

This photo shows the words "You belong here" written in rainbow-colored sidewalk chalk. Two chalk art hearts surround the words.

Ypsilanti’s annual Ypsi Pride returns with 121 local vendors and 50 performances in Depot Town

By Laleh Walker · Tuesday, July 14, 2026

On Saturday, July 18, from 2 to 10:00 p.m., Ypsilanti’s annual Ypsi Pride returns with 121 local vendors and 50 performances in Depot Town.

How to celebrate National Hot Dog Day in Ypsilanti

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, July 14, 2026

National Hot Dog day is July 15. Here are three places in Ypsilanti to get a hot dog.