Good morning, Ann Arbor.

Kent Syverud has been named UM's 16th president, with his term starting on July 1 after years of rapid leadership changes.

The Board of Regents announced his appointment on Jan. 12 + he brings leadership experience from Syracuse University.

A University of Michigan student built a live map that tracks Ann Arbor parking tickets by scraping public city data, showing citation details (such as times and hotspots) and drawing thousands of visits since its launch last week.

On Jan. 14, Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County received a notice terminating a federal grant that supports behavioral health services for youth, but funding was restored on Jan.

15, protecting $2.4 million in anticipated services for children & teens; the agency still awaits reimbursements for the last two months.

Ypsilanti’s first railroad depot — originally built in 1838 and later serving the Michigan Central line — is on sale at 90 Maple St for $375K; the 0.601-acre site has been offered since Jan.

15.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Run Broadway Fun Run

7:14 a.m. — Lowertown Cafe — Free entry — Celebrate your love for running in a challenging 2-mile loop through Ann Arbor.