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Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UM professor Kara Palmer now makes her applied exercise science students complete their final exam by ice skating at Yost Ice Arena - a unique test that began in winter 2025 - where they put motor behavior theory into practice. MLive
- ➤ Kent Syverud, president-elect, signed a contract that provides a $2M base salary, a car for business and personal use plus a house on South University Avenue, though experts say its ambiguous terms and brief termination clause do not meet expectations for a university leader. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Plumbing experts in metro Detroit warn that dropping temperatures may freeze pipes in Ann Arbor homes and lead to repairs costing $400 to $600. They advise homeowners to leave a trickle of water running and open faucet cabinets to let warm air circulate as the cold persists. All About Ann Arbor
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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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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.
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Jake Xerxes Fussell Concert
8-11 PM — The Ark — $24.00 — Experience a night of poignant folk music with Jake Xerxes Fussell as he explores his personal musical roots.
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39th Annual Storytelling Festival: Liars Contest
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $24 — Enjoy an evening of tall tales and clever fibs from top-notch storytellers at this lively competition.
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