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Friday, January 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ann Arbor launches Engage Ann Arbor, an online community engagement platform allowing residents to actively participate in city planning and projects.  MLive
  • Ann Arbor offers a variety of fun events from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, despite the cold weather.  MLive

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A plane crash over Washington, D.C., presumed to have killed nearly 70 people, including U.S. figure skaters, has deeply affected the Ann Arbor figure skating community.  MLive

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Developers plan to construct a new Kroger Marketplace and 80 townhomes near Ann Arbor, aiming for preliminary site plan reviews by summer or fall.  MLive

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Ann Arbor Public Schools educators hired before 2024 will receive a 1.5% salary increase after a tentative agreement with the school board amid concerns over healthcare costs and wages.  MLive
  • The University of Michigan has suspended the pro-Palestine group Students Allied for Freedom and Equality for two years due to conduct violations in two 2024 demonstrations.  MLive

HEALTH NEWS

  • The University of Michigan's new Ypsilanti Health Center, a $40 million investment upgrading to a downtown location, will significantly expand services and patient capacity, opening in Spring.  MLive

EVENTS

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  • Couple Shuffle Running Event - Ann Arbor

    The Couple Shuffle is a charity running event featuring multiple race options including a 2-Mile, 5k, 10k, virtual runs, and a Kid's Dash, benefiting Rosedale International.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Peter Mulvey Live Performance

    Peter Mulvey, a seasoned songwriter and performer known for his storytelling and eclectic musical style, will be performing live at The Ark in Ann Arbor.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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  • Mike Dawes: Renowned Fingerstyle Guitarist Performance

    Mike Dawes is an acclaimed English guitarist known for his innovative fingerstyle techniques and has collaborated with numerous celebrated artists.

    Mon, 2/3/25

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  • The Scorpion Queen Book Launch with Authors Mina Fears and Kate Chenli

    Celebrate the release of Mina Fears' debut novel, The Scorpion Queen, with a discussion featuring the author and conversation partner Kate Chenli, focusing on the book's themes inspired by a Malian fairy tale.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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  • Free Live Trivia Night at Bløm in Kerrytown, Ann Arbor

    Enjoy a free live trivia experience every Thursday evening, featuring two games with prizes for the top teams and a vibrant atmosphere of food and drinks.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • Blind Pilot Album Release Concert

    Blind Pilot's concert features their new album 'In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain', emerging from a transformative artistic period for the band.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • 2025 Dance Concert

    The 2025 Dance Concert will feature a live performance at the Power Center for the Performing Arts in Ann Arbor.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • 2025 Dance Concert at Power Center for the Performing Arts

    The 2025 Dance Concert promises an immersive live performance at the Power Center for the Performing Arts in Ann Arbor, featuring a mix of inspiring music.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Enhancing Sleep Quality with Experts in Sleep Science

    This event features Dr. Olivia Walch and Dr. Philip Cheng discussing circadian rhythms and their impact on sleep, along with insights from their book 'Sleep Groove'.

    Tue, 2/11/25

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  • Surya Kriya Spiritual Practice Workshop

    Surya Kriya is a comprehensive spiritual program designed to activate inner energy and promote mental stillness, traditionally reserved for select yogis, now offered to the public by a trained instructor.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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