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Ann Arbor
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UM's new president Kent Syverud, ratified on Jan. 12, is set to lead athletic reforms by exploring private equity and NIL + creative revenue options drawn from his ACC experience. He will support a healthier football program and guide decisions for the university's sports future. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents and local officials oppose the planned expansion of Arbor Hills landfill after hundreds gathered Monday, Jan. 12 to raise concerns about odor, environmental violations, and cross-county impacts; a resolution is set to be discussed at Northville Township’s board meeting on Thursday, Jan. 15. MLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Preparations have begun to convert the four-story Market Place complex in Kerrytown into 18 high-end condos with prices ranging from under $1M to about $3M. Builder Tom Fitzsimmons said buyers can choose one- to four-bedroom units with private outdoor spaces & parking as permits are awaited. MLive
- ➤ Several old buildings on Church and Willard are boarded up, set to be demolished for a 19-story high-rise with 198 apartments for UM students — Staebler Excavating applied for a water and sewer permit on Jan. 9 as the project nears Rick's nightclub and a public parking deck. MLive
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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.
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Heywood Banks Live Performance
8-11 PM — The Ark — $40.00 — Experience the unique humor and musical styles of cult icon Heywood Banks.
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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.
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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.
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FRÄNDER Concert
8-10 PM — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the heavy grooves and seductive harmonies of Sweden's folk sensation FRÄNDER.
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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.
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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.
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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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49th Ann Arbor Folk Fest Opening Night Concert
7:30 p.m. — Hill Auditorium — $56.50 — Experience an acoustic journey featuring Michigan's own Greensky Bluegrass at The Ark's largest annual fundraiser.
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Ronnie Baker Brooks Live Performance
8-10 PM — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience the electrifying talent of Chicago bluesman Ronnie Baker Brooks, a true legend of the genre.
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