Ypsilanti

Embracing Our Differences Michigan accepting new submissions for 2023 exhibit

By Victoria Smith · Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022

Submissions for Embracing Our Differences Michigan’s 2023 exhibit will close Jan. 16, 2023.

Fun spots in Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor for college students to visit

By Caroline Murrel · Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022

Taking location, price, and COVID-19 safety into consideration, college students finding activities to do off campus can be daunting. Still, there are many sweet spots in the area that young adults should check out during their time at EMU.

The Ypsilanti water tower on a sunny day.

5 great local food spots to try in Ypsilanti

By Layla McMurtrie · Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022

Looking for food in Ypsilanti? Here are some great choices to visit with you family during move in.

Explore new outdoor courts outside of the Rec/IM the day before classes start

By Cedrick Charles · Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022

The new outdoor courts will bring a renewed buzz to campus.

Community coffee shop Café Liv opens in Ypsilanti in time for the fall semester

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Aug. 22, 2022

Looking for a study spot close to campus? Check out this new local coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating.

Ypsilanti mutual aid event Pull Over Prevention works to decrease unnecessary traffic stops

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Aug. 22, 2022

Attend this mutual aid fair in Ypsilanti on Sept. 10 and Oct. 8.

Get to know Ypsi!

By Krista Kangas · Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022

Ypsi has character. You can see it not only in the beautiful, historic architecture, but by the attitude of the people as well. Ypsilanti is a smaller town where one can bike from downtown to Depot Town, get to know local business owners, and truly take pride and enjoyment in where you live.

The Newton of Ypsilanti and Mindo Chocolate have partnered up for a chocolate tasting and a truffle-making class

By Anyara Zapata · Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022

Tasting chocolate and making truffles while learning the unique bean-to-bar process.

Ypsilanti Town Recreation Department hosting first annual cornhole tournament

By Anyara Zapata · Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022

Ypsilanti will be hosting a cornhole tournament on August 27.

Hassan Beydoun earns Biletnikoff and Maxwell Award watch list nominations

By Christian Byers · Monday, Aug. 1, 2022

Eastern Michigan University senior wide receiver Hassan Beydoun earns Biletnikoff and Maxwell Award watch list nominations. Beydoun is one of five Mid-American Conference (MAC) receivers named to the Biletnikoff Award's 42-man list and one of six MAC players named to the Maxwell Award's 85-man list.

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Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels presents Pets for P.A.L.S to support their seniors

By Anyara Zapata · Monday, Aug. 1, 2022

Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels hosts event to raise money for the pets of their senior clients.

Game Pawn opens Ypsilanti location

By Seniya Baig · Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Game Pawn plans to hold a grand opening on Sept. 9.

Ypsilanti District Library introduces non-book items that are available for check out

By Anyara Zapata · Monday, July 25, 2022

Tools and kitchenware will now be available for check out at Ypsilanti District Library.

Thunder Over Michigan air show returns to Willow Run Airport

By Sarah Schneider · Monday, July 11, 2022

This two-day air show event will be held at Ypsilanti's Willow Run Airport July 16th and 17th.

Meet real-life women who worked in WWII at Ypsilanti's fifth annual Rosie the Riveter Craft Show

By Anyara Zapata · Monday, July 11, 2022

North Bay Park in Ypsilanti is hosting the fifth annual Rosie the Riveter Craft Show.

Jazz Festival coming to Riverside Park in Ypsilanti every Saturday this July

By Krista Kangas · Friday, July 1, 2022

Come enjoy the sights and sounds of jazz every Saturday for the month of July at Riverside Park.

Ypsilanti hosting 93rd annual Independence Day parade Monday on Cross Street

By Anyara Zapata · Friday, July 1, 2022

Ypsi’s biggest 4th of July parade is happening Monday, July 4th.

EMU TRiO Upward Bound program receives five-year grant renewal

By Seniya Baig · Monday, June 27, 2022

The university received a five-year grant renewal for $2 million to help young people succeed in their future career pathways.

Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum hosts Cruise Nights’ every Wednesday

By Anyara Zapata · Tuesday, June 21, 2022

There will be Cruise Nights every Wednesday in Depot Town

Students from the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance teamed up with Growing Hope to volunteer at the Ypsilanti Farmers Market.

Ypsilanti Farmers Market opens for the season at two different local locations

By Sarah Schneider · Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Different farmer market options available on Tuesday, Saturday, and online shopping.

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