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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mohamed Kaba (19) was sentenced by Washtenaw County Trial Court Judge Jinan Hamood on March 31 to one year of probation and 27 days in jail (with credit for time served) after police found a 3D-printed firearm during a traffic stop on Oct. 12th, 2024 at North Maple Road in Ann Arbor. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor Hash Bash organizers announced that the John Sinclair Foundation and Coin Theaters Inc. will produce a documentary about late poet and marijuana activist John Sinclair—whose 10-year prison sentence for marijuana possession spurred the legalization movement and led to the creation of Hash Bash in the 1970s. MLive
- ➤ Ypsilanti Township City Council approved a plan to fix Woodlawn Cemetery on Huron River Drive south of Ford Lake; for 60 years the old Black cemetery has been overgrown so many grave markers have sunk underground. The work will use LiDAR and Ground-Penetrating Radar (57 burials are known) and a Veterans Affairs program (to restore veteran markers) and is expected to take a year and a half. All About Ann Arbor
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor Public Schools began construction on new Mitchell and Dicken elementary schools and started modernizing Slauson Middle School as part of its $1 billion capital bond project. Groundbreaking at Mitchell occurred on Oct. 17 at 3550 Pittsview Drive—rebuild dates for two additional schools have not yet been set. MLive
- ➤ The University of Michigan Alumni Association ended its LEAD Scholars program on March 21—current LEAD students will not face any financial changes. The program gave merit-based scholarships for leadership and diversity as part of the effort to comply with federal and state guidelines. MLive
- ➤ In April, the Ann Arbor School Board changed how it accepts public comments by requiring speakers to address the meeting in person and by removing board designations from student and minority groups; local residents criticized the change. The board ended the practice of reading write-in comments that had been used during the pandemic. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor drivers will face multiple road closures as the eastbound M-14 ramp to southbound U.S. 23 closes from 6 a.m. Saturday, April 5 until 5 a.m. Monday for maintenance — Church Street near the 17-story Rambler Ann Arbor development closes for three weeks starting Monday, April 7 for underground utility installation. Other local streets also have restrictions that will affect commute times over the coming weeks. MLive
- ➤ Scio Township officials said the lease for a historic 1930s barn ends May 25, leaving its future uncertain. They may either renew the lease or repurpose the barn for storage—officials worry the leaking roof could lead to more damage. MLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Haverhill on Clark has opened its first building with 118 affordable apartments in Pittsfield Township between Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti to help residents earning at or below 60% of the median income (rent ranges from $794 to $1,712) while a second building will be completed this summer (bringing the total to 295 units). MLive
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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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April R Users' Group Meeting: Translating SAS to R with AI
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Ann Arbor SPARK — Free entry — Explore converting SAS programs to R using AI tools while enjoying pizza and networking.
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Laith Al-Saadi Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience an authentic blend of blues, soul, and classic rock from a top blues guitarist acclaimed by legends.
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Bird Photography Workshop
1-4 p.m. — PROCAM Photo & Video Gear | Ann Arbor — Refunds available — Learn expert tips on capturing stunning bird photographs from the pros.
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Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers at Michigan Wolverines Baseball
1-5 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling college baseball matchup between the Mountaineers and Wolverines.
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Digital Marketing Certificate Program
All day — A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center) — Cost varies — Earn a certificate while gaining hands-on marketing skills in a small class environment.
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Gruff Rhys Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the eclectic sounds of award-winning storyteller Gruff Rhys, blending unique melodies and captivating lyrics.
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John Splithoff Live
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $25 — Experience a night of throwback soul and pop music from rising star John Splithoff and special guest Evann Mcintosh.
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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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Ann Arbor SPARK Launches Free Business Intelligence Tool to Support Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
SizeUp SPARK is a powerful, data-driven tool designed to help small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs make informed decisions. Now available at no cost on SPARK’s website, SizeUp offers access to market research and competitive analysis that would typically cost businesses thousands of dollars.
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