Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
Good morning, Ann Arbor.
💼 Business
Tremble, a national fitness studio franchise, will open at 417 E.
Liberty St. this winter semester to offer fun and challenging workouts for UM students and locals; presales will begin mid-January (pending construction plans).
🎭 Culture
The Downtown Development Authority and local artist David Zinn have launched a public art scavenger hunt featuring Nadine the mouse, inviting participants to solve 10 riddles and submit their stories at Kerrytown Market and Shops for a reward.
The hunt is available now downtown.
🌲 Environment
On Dec. 10, 2025, foam spilled from a storm sewer near Slauson Middle School and Waterworks Park in Ann Arbor and was later confirmed as natural saponins from honey locust seed pods—nature’s own bubble bath—after rain.
City crews placed absorbent booms near Liberty Street to capture and test the foam.
🏛️ Government
Parts of First and Washington streets on the west side have been closed since Jan.
7 for a months-long sewer project with the University of Michigan. Local detours are active (via Huron, Main, and Liberty streets) while the $20.5 million project improves sewer capacity for incoming dorms.
🎉 Ann Arbor Events
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Wisconsin Badgers vs. Michigan Wolverines Men's Basketball
1-2:30 p.m. — Crisler Center — Check ticket prices — Catch a thrilling Big Ten matchup as the undefeated Wolverines face off against the Badgers.
Amythyst Kiah Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience a captivating alt-rock journey with Amythyst Kiah's new album exploring deep personal themes and connections.
Denitia Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $24.00 — Experience an evening with Denitia as she brings her Nashville roots to life through evocative storytelling and music from her new album, Sunset Drive.
Heywood Banks Live Performance
8-11 PM — The Ark — $40.00 — Experience the unique humor and musical styles of cult icon Heywood Banks.
G. Love & Special Sauce Live
7-10 p.m. — The Ark — $51.50 — Enjoy the Lemonade 20th Anniversary Tour featuring the unique hybrid sounds of hip-hop blues by G. Love & Special Sauce.
The Ark's Open Stage Night
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $3, Students and Ark Members free — Showcase your talent in a supportive environment with a chance for performers to shine.
FRÄNDER Concert
8-10 PM — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the heavy grooves and seductive harmonies of Sweden's folk sensation FRÄNDER.
Folk Fest Kickoff: A Tribute to Todd Snider
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Tickets start at $118 — Celebrate the music of Todd Snider in an unforgettable tribute evening.
USC Trojans vs. Michigan Wolverines Women's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Crisler Center — Check for affordable tickets — Enjoy an exciting college basketball rivalry showdown.
Michigan Wolverines Wrestling vs. Northwestern Wildcats
7:00 PM – 7:30 AM — Crisler Center — VIP packages available — Experience premier seating and hospitality at an exciting wrestling match.
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