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Ann Arbor
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owner Jon Carlson's Western-themed honky-tonk, The Ranch, opens Thursday, March 26 at 122 W. Washington St. The new bar features horse-saddle seats, animal heads & vintage photos, promising live music and cocktails served in 10-gallon hat bowls for a fun, playful vibe. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Blue Origin astronaut Aisha Bowe will headline TEDxWCC at Washtenaw Community College on April 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the Morris Lawrence Building, where she joins five other speakers to share diverse ideas on local innovation. MLive
- ➤ At the University of Michigan Medical School, 100% of graduating students matched to residencies at a Match Day ceremony on March 20 at North Campus Research Complex — over one quarter will remain in Michigan while the rest join programs in 26 states, including California and Illinois. MLive
- ➤ Ann Arbor Public Schools held a safety forum on Monday, Mar. 23 at Pioneer High School where officials reviewed holistic safety measures, including drills and visitor management systems — and advised parents to prepare key questions for intake meetings with counselors and principals. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor will resume its weekly curbside compost pickup on Monday, April 6 with new compost carts featuring bright green lids being gradually phased in — residents do not need to replace existing carts unless damaged. MLive
- ➤ On March 23, a judge ruled in favor of the Washtenaw County Road Commission, which will remove 42 trees along Werkner Road near downtown Chelsea for road widening and drainage improvements—flaggers will manage brief traffic delays, and removal must be completed before April 1 to protect migrating wildlife. MLive
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Happy Hour Concert with Kait Bimer
5:30-6:30 p.m. — North Star Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a free happy hour concert featuring genres from jazz to soul with local talent Kait Bimer.
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Rabbitology
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Explore eclectic soundscapes and fantastical sonic stories crafted by University of Michigan student Nat Timmerman.
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African Violet Display & Plant Sale
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Matthaei Botanical Gardens — Free entry — Explore beautiful African violets and attend a leaf propagation class.
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Yoga in the Taproom
1-2 p.m. — Bløm Mead + Cider — Cost varies — Unwind with yoga flow and enjoy refreshing mead or cider afterward.
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Le Vent Du Nord Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Enjoy the award-winning sounds of Le Vent du Nord, a leading force in Québec's progressive Francophone folk movement.
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Babies & Brews at Bløm
4-6 p.m. — Bløm Mead + Cider — Food and beverage options available — A community space for parents and caregivers to relax and connect.
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Mike Marshall & Alessandro Penezzi Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Free for members, ticketed for others — Experience the virtuosic string performances blending American roots and Brazilian music.
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The Gothard Sisters Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience the captivating sounds of contemporary Celtic folk music performed by three talented sisters.
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Friday Night Flights Tasting Event
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Everyday Wines — Prices vary — Sample a changing themed flight of wines each week for a delightful evening out.
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Oregon Ducks vs. Michigan Wolverines Baseball
2-3 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Tickets from $42 — Enjoy an exciting college baseball matchup between two competitive teams.
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