Lauren Holloway

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Local

Ypsilanti celebrates Pollinator Week

By Lauren Holloway | June 22

June 22-28 is National Pollinator week, and there are many ways residents can celebrate in Ypsilanti.

A man stands in his living room in front of a fireplace, holding on to his walker.

News

106 year old invites centenarians to ride in Ypsilanti's 96th annual 4th of July parade

By Lauren Holloway | June 14

Ypsilanti centenarian Gordon Cahours will be riding in Ypsilanti's 96th annual 4th of July parade and invites other Ypsi residents over 100 to join him.

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News

Community members protest Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility prison conditions

By Lauren Holloway | June 11

Organizations across Washtenaw County came together to protest conditions in the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility.

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.

Local

Ypsilanti District Library hosts youth creativity camp

By Lauren Holloway | June 5

Ypsilanti District Library, in partnership with the Ozone House and the Michigan Arts and Culture Council, hosts yearly summer songwriting camps for youth ages 10-24.

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National

War in Iran affects local economy, gas prices

By Lauren Holloway | April 14

The war in Iran and the subsequent closing of the Strait of Hormuz are causing gas prices to rise in Ypsilanti.

Two women celebrate and smile while wearing blue shirts for the event, with the leftmost wearing a teal survivor ribbon as a sash across her chest.

News

Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance to host Mother's Day 5K and Fun Run

By Lauren Holloway | April 11

The Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance will host its annual Mother’s Day 5K and Fun Run on May 10, 2026.

Campus

The Echo Q&A Series: Astronomy instructor enjoys sharing the stars

By Lauren Holloway | April 4

Eastern Michigan University astronomy professor Tom Kasper discusses his teaching, career path, technology developments in the field and more.

Graphic flyer for Women of Excellence Award Ceremony stating the event's place and time, and that it is open and free to the public.

Campus

EMU Women's Resource Center to host annual Women of Excellence Award Ceremony

By Lauren Holloway | March 23

Eastern Michigan University's Women's Resource Center will host its annual luncheon and awards event Wednesday, March 25, to recognize the work of women on campus and in the community.

Campus

Eastern Michigan University professors weigh in on AI in classrooms

By Lauren Holloway | March 21

Professors from humanities, STEM, social science and arts disciplines talked with The Eastern Echo about their thoughts on AI in academia.

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Campus

Eastern Michigan University students to present in 46th Undergraduate Symposium

By Laura Meriweather and Lauren Holloway | March 17

Eastern Michigan University's 46th annual Undergraduate Symposium is scheduled for March 27, 2026.