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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ann Arbor residents can dispose of their undecorated Christmas trees at four park locations until January 20.  MLive

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Ann Arbor reported 14 home sales from Dec. 30 to Jan. 5, with a median sale of a 1,576-square-foot home for $385,000.  MLive
  • Washtenaw County records 40 home transactions from Dec. 30 to Jan. 5, with a median sale of a 988-square-foot home for $348,000.  MLive

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Parents in Ann Arbor organized a meeting to address staffing shortages and turnover at a local elementary school, seeking improvements.  MLive
  • Washtenaw County celebrates 50 new special ed teachers from its Grow Your Own program, aimed at converting teaching assistants into certified educators.  MLive

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Ann Arbor’s city administration appoints Mariah Walton and Jordan Roberts from Eastpointe and Dearborn, respectively, for top city hall positions.  MLive
  • Ann Arbor officials are advancing studies to explore the potential municipal takeover of DTE Energy, aiming for a 2026 city voter decision on pursuing cleaner, more reliable energy.  MLive

SPORTS NEWS

  • Christian Humphreys, a freshman forward for the University of Michigan's ice hockey team, has signed a scholarship and development agreement with the Kitchener Rangers of the OHL.  MLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Playground Concert at The Blind Pig

    Playground will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor, offering a night of music in a popular local venue.

    Thu, 1/9/25

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  • Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer

    Experience a captivating candlelight concert showcasing the beloved music of Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet at the First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Frosty Freestyle & Krazy Klassic Cross Country Ski Race 2025

    This cross-country ski race event features multiple competitive categories including 15km and 5km races, taking place in Huron Meadows Metropark.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • G. Love and Special Sauce Live in Concert

    G. Love and Special Sauce will perform an electrifying concert featuring a mix of blues, hip-hop, and modern pop, accompanied by a special VIP pre-show experience.

    Tue, 1/14/25

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  • Faceless Concert at The Blind Pig

    Faceless will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor, providing an evening of music.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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  • Concert by On Tap in Ann Arbor

    On Tap will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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  • Etienne Charles Concert in Ann Arbor

    Trinidad-born jazz musician Etienne Charles presents a multimedia performance that explores untold stories through music and sound.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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  • Heywood Banks Live Performance

    Heywood Banks is a unique musician and comedian known for his inventive songs and humorous observations, drawing a diverse audience with his eclectic style.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration

    The event marks the in-store release of Rebecca Yarros’ third book in The Empyrean Series, requiring proof of purchase for attendance.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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  • Pete Siers & the Kerrytown Stompers with Special Guest Steve Pistorius

    This concert features Pete Siers & The Kerrytown Stompers alongside renowned New Orleans pianist Steve Pistorius, offering a lively performance of early jazz music.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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