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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 15, DTE Energy accepted conditions set by the Michigan Public Service Commission for its contracts to power the planned OpenAI, Oracle data center in Saline Township — a project expected to supply power to over a million homes, despite calls from some officials for a rehearing. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Johnny's Speakeasy, a locally cherished music venue that burned in 2022, is being rebuilt with $70,000 from community donations. Rebuilding efforts led by co-founder Doug Selby — who values the venue's history — need an extra $140,000 to complete the project and help owner John Williams return home by next winter. WXYZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ William Diep, 22, broke the news of Kent Syverud's hiring as the next University of Michigan president after receiving a tip downtown; he overcame a technical glitch while on the job. This scoop marks a key leadership change for the university. MLive
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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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Artist Reception: Wendy Bauer Braun - Distances
5-6:30 p.m. — Kerrytown Concert House — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant work of Wendy Bauer Braun with an evening of art, conversation, and community.
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