Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
Good morning, Ann Arbor.
🏘️ Community
On Tuesday, Jan. 27, a GoFundMe page was started to help Detroit father Erick Pena cover $10,000 in legal fees as he works with an Ann Arbor immigration attorney for residency.
His U.S. citizen wife and children would face hardship if he is deported — the family seeks community support.
🎓 Education
The MHSAA has approved an expansion of NIL opportunities for student-athletes, allowing more individual personal branding activities such as social media endorsements and autograph signings (effective immediately).
The policy forbids group activities and team-related promotions to maintain competitive equity.
🏛️ Government
Saline Township admitted a mistake on Jan.
14 when it mistakenly rezoned (575 acres) for a data center and fixed the error on Jan. 28 so the land stays zoned for farming despite a court order; some residents plan to collect signatures for a ballot vote.
🎉 Ann Arbor Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
The Steel Wheels Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience the Virginia-based folk-rock band The Steel Wheels as they showcase their evolving American roots music.
🏠 Ann Arbor Real Estate
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