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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Paul Joseph Walker, 36, will stand trial for unlawful imprisonment after allegedly making a woman drive him to a bong shop—his kidnapping charge was dismissed on March 11 and he faces up to 15 years in prison. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Huron High School voted to name their long-time River Rat mascot Rio, ending decades without a name. The vote held in early February collected over 300 suggestions and showed Rio winning with 28.2% of the vote over options such as Ratthew and Cheddar — a decision that has sparked renewed school spirit. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city announced an A2Zero Household Electronics Takeback event on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church so residents who register can recycle select household electronics free — additional or oversized items will incur fees. MLive
- ➤ State environmental officials will explain PFAS pollution linked to health problems after contamination was discovered at a decades-old manufacturing site at 253 Dino Drive near Ann Arbor. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 29—at Scio Township Hall on 827 N. Zeeb Road. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warned residents to delete their 23andMe accounts after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and faced risks from a previous data breach—she advised account holders to remove stored samples and personal information. The agency stressed that quick action is needed to protect sensitive genetic data. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Korner Kitchen is a busy restaurant inside Galleria Asian Market at 3111 Packard St. that serves a variety of Asian dishes including a vegetarian rice bowl with tofu and vegetables for $13 and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. MLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local developer Tom Fitzsimmons will break ground within 30 days on the RiverNorth development at the 1100 block of Longshore Drive after trees were cut for 10 new luxury condos overlooking the Argo Nature Area—these condos are priced from $997,500 to $1.395 million and include a four-stop elevator and rooftop decks with river views. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Sherrone Moore said Monday that Michigan will hold its spring football game at noon on Saturday, April 19 at Michigan Stadium—no ticket is required. The event will provide an opportunity for players to show their skills while many other programs cancel their spring games. MLive
- ➤ Former NFL GM Mike Tannenbaum’s ESPN mock draft now picks Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham at No.3 for the New York Giants after news about Russell Wilson led to changes. Graham recorded 3.5 sacks and 26 pressures last year and improved his weight from 296 to 306 at his pro day, and he could become Michigan’s highest NFL draft pick since Aidan Hutchinson. MLive
- ➤ Michigan defenseman Ethan Edwards signed a two year entry level contract with the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday and also signed an AHL standard player contract to join the Utica Comets for the rest of the season—he recorded a career high 21 points and led the Wolverines in ice time this past season. MLive
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Michigan Fashion Media Summit 2025
The Michigan Fashion Media Summit is an annual conference featuring keynote sessions, panel discussions, and workshops focused on the fashion, retail, and media industries, held at the Ross School of Business.
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Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Michigan Wolverines Baseball
2-6 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Tickets available — Catch an exciting baseball showdown between Penn State and Michigan.
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Baroque Chamber Orchestra: Claudio Monteverdi - L'Orfeo
2-6 p.m. — Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre — Affordable tickets available — Experience Monteverdi's classic opera performed live by a talented chamber orchestra.
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John R. Miller Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Ark — $25 — Experience the intricate wordplay and haunting imagery of John R. Miller's debut album live.
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Explosions In The Sky Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Michigan Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the intense live performance of Explosions In The Sky as they tour their recent album 'End'.
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Eon Zero Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — The Blind Pig — Tickets starting at $15 — Experience a night of live music featuring Eon Zero and other local artists.
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Classical Concert Featuring Mozart, Schubert, and More
7:30 p.m. — Hill Auditorium — Ticket info available — Experience a blend of classical masterpieces from renowned composers performed by Lambert Orkis at the piano.
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The Sunday Artisan Market
3-8 p.m. — Kerrytown Market Pavilion — Free entry — Discover unique handmade gifts and enjoy local food and drinks from over 30 artisans.
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Akron Zips vs. Michigan Wolverines Baseball
4-8 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Cost info not provided — Catch the action as the Wolverines face off against the Zips in an exciting college baseball matchup.
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Les Arts Florissants Perform Vivaldi's Four Seasons
7:30-9 p.m. — Hill Auditorium — Tickets start at $14 — Experience Les Arts Florissants celebrate the 300th anniversary of Vivaldi’s legendary concertos with a captivating performance.
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Ann Arbor SPARK Annual Meeting
The Ann Arbor SPARK Annual Meeting celebrates the region’s economic development successes, highlighting key initiatives, business growth, and innovation in Ann Arbor and the surrounding communities. The event brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community stakeholders to recognize impactful collaborations and share insights on the future of the local economy.
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