ypsilanti - The Eastern Echo

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Washtenaw Optimal Wellness helps Ypsilanti residents live healthier, Blue Zone lifestyles

By Ky'anna Coats · Friday, Feb. 13, 2026

Blue Zones are identified as longevity hotspots, or places with a high concentration of people who exceed the age of 100 and who have few chronic diseases stemming from unhealthy lifestyles. Washtenaw Optimal Wellness is on a mission to establish Ypsilanti as one of them.

Putt-R-Round opens at new location, offers putt arcade

By Katherine Tatomir · Friday, Feb. 13, 2026

Putt-R-Round has re-opened at 130 W. Michigan Ave., offering more games, a party room and the occasional movie night.

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What's the Move? Feb. 10-16

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026

There's always something to do in Ypsilanti! Check out The Eastern Echo's list of upcoming off-campus events, including two open mic nights, a craft supply swap and a free brunch.

Debbie Dingell speaks into a microphone and stands in front of a projector screen that says "Public Safety Town Hall: Immigration Update."

What to know about immigration enforcement in Washtenaw County

By Lilly Kujawski · Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026

A guide to immigration enforcement in Washtenaw County with information provided by the Sheriff's Office, legal experts and advocates.

Man killed by Washtenaw County deputies identified as veteran 'loved by many'

By Lilly Kujawski · Friday, Feb. 6, 2026

John Andrew Jenuwine of St. Clair County has been identified as the unarmed man shot and killed by police in Ypsilanti in January.

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Ypsilanti City Council postpones resolution vote on police response to barricaded man

By Gray Connor · Friday, Feb. 6, 2026

During its Feb. 3, 2026 meeting, Ypsilanti City Council postponed a resolution regarding the Jan. 4-5, 2026, barricade incident.

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Ypsilanti families receive cash support from Rx Kids program

By Laura Meriweather · Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026

In December 2025, Rx Kids, a program that provides direct financial support to eligible families, was expanded to Ypsilanti. As of January 2026, 63 Ypsilanti families were enrolled.

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Frustration clouds U-M, Los Alamos data center project

By Lilly Kujawski · Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

After an open house about the University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory's proposed computing facility for Ypsilanti Township, some residents left frustrated by the structure of the event and a lack of new information.

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Water Street identified as top priority for Ypsilanti, residents share opinions

By Katherine Tatomir and Natalie Kyle · Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

After identifying the Water Street Redevelopment Area as a top priority for Ypsilanti City Council, a community meeting was held to begin the development of an ad hoc citizens committee and for community members to voice their opinions on the future development.

The exterior of the Ypsilanti Freighthouse, a long, slender building made of red bricks with a dark green roof. A sign hanging from the building's roof says "Ypsilanti" in gold-colored letters. The sky overheard is blue, and there is a tree in the foreground of the photo that has lost most of its autumn leaves, which are now on the ground around it.

What's the Move? Feb. 3-9

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

Get the scoop on what's happening in Ypsilanti from Feb. 3-9, 2026.

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Ypsilanti Art Supply to open storefront, offer multi-use studio space

By Katherine Tatomir · Friday, Jan. 30, 2026

Ypsilanti Art Supply is set to expand its storefront to include a space next door for classes, workshops and more.

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Roots: A2vintage relocates to Depot Town, introduces Student Sunday sale

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026

Ypsilanti vintage store a2vintage has moved from its location on Michigan Avenue to a new space in Depot Town. With the move, they are starting Student Sunday sales.

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Roots Local Artist of the Month: Rae Brooks-Pauli finds spiritual connection through intuitive-based tattooing

By Carol Detary · Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026

Intuitive-based tattoo artist, mentor and business owner Rae Brooks-Pauli is set to open Haven Tattoo Studio in Ypsilanti at the end of January 2026, where they will entwine spirituality with their artistry.

Roots Ypsilanti Arts Events: Jan. 27, 2026

By Jada Hauser and Gray Connor · Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026

Browse these upcoming Ypsilanti arts events, featuring music, comedy, poetry, and more.

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What's the Move? Jan. 27 - Feb. 2

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026

From trivia nights to musical auditions, there is always something to do in Ypsilanti.

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Weekend warming center hours announced for Jan. 24-25 at Ypsilanti Freighthouse

By Laura Meriweather · Friday, Jan. 23, 2026

On Friday, the city of Ypsilanti announced a weekend extension of the warming shelter hours at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse amid a cold weather advisory issued earlier in the week by the National Weather Service.

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Washtenaw County opens more warming centers during extreme cold

By Laura Meriweather · Friday, Jan. 23, 2026

Five warming centers will be open in Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor for community members as southeast Michigan faces a cold weather advisory.

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5 secondhand stores within 5 miles of campus to check out this semester

By Jada Hauser · Friday, Jan. 23, 2026

Find secondhand goods for sale within 5 miles of Eastern Michigan University's campus to update your personal style on a budget.

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Michigan state, local officials work to limit immigration enforcement agents

By Lilly Kujawski · Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026

Local governing bodies have recently passed resolutions and policies calling for restrictions on Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Ypsilanti and Washtenaw County, as state politicians push legislation to limit the power and access of immigration agents in Michigan.

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Washtenaw Sheriff releases dash cam video of deputy-involved shooting of unarmed driver

By Lilly Kujawski · Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026

Newly released dash cam footage from the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office shows the moment deputies shot and killed a man who fled in a vehicle chase in Ypsilanti and is now known to have been unarmed.