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Ann Arbor
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crews placed new roof trusses on the fire damaged house above a cherished underground music venue at 2923 Dexter Road in Ann Arbor on Jan. 14 — community groups with 77-year-old John Williams are continuing rebuilding efforts to restore Johnny's Speakeasy and plan to host private concerts later this fall. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Jan. 13 study by the Michigan Association of State Universities finds public universities generate nearly $45 billion in economic activity and a 28 to 1 return on a $1.6 billion state investment, enrolling 250,000 students and creating 100,000 jobs. U-M, based in Ann Arbor, is a key contributor. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor will use its $4.3M grant to launch Cultivate Midtown — a project to improve streetscapes, add public art, and revitalize the Blake Transit Center area. The state grant program also supports five other Michigan cities in enhancing walkability and vibrancy to attract new residents. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Windows are boarded up at the former Planned Parenthood building on West Stadium Boulevard where 'For lease' signs are posted. Clinic services consolidated last April at the Power Family Health Center on Professional Drive. MLive
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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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Improv Jam
7:30-9:30 p.m. — hear.say brewing — Pay What You Want — Enjoy a night of fun short form improv games with a touch of long form performance.
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