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Monday, April 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR BOXABL, founded by a father-son team, is building foldable, affordable homes shipped within hours, with 600+ already delivered and new family-sized units underway. Invest now in scalable housing tech making "home" possible for more families everywhere. BOXABL
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan farmers faced uncertainty as USDA cuts reduced grants—one farmer in Chelsea delayed his organic certification plans on March 19th while another near Ypsilanti warned that first-generation farmers would suffer. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Homeland Security revoked the visas of four international students at the University of Michigan on Friday—reported by a university spokesperson—and Central Michigan University also announced similar revocations that day. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor residents can enjoy ice cream this spring at local spots—such as Washtenaw Dairy located at 602 S. Ashley St. and Blank Slate Creamery found at 300 W. Liberty St.—that offer a mix of classic flavors and creative frozen treats. MLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A luxurious estate at 2016 Valleyview Drive in Superior Township, once owned by Gov. Rick Snyder, is on sale today for $3.5 million. The home has six bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and over 14000 square feet of living space — featuring an indoor pool wing and a private trail to the Huron River. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan's men's gymnastics team won their fifth straight Big Ten title at Crisler Center on Friday—scoring 330.750 points as they beat Penn State and Nebraska. USA Olympians Fred Richard and Paul Juda led the team—Richard won the all-around and high bar while Juda placed second overall, and the team will compete at the NCAA Championships in Ann Arbor on April 18-19. MLive
- ➤ Freshman Michigan QB Bryce Underwood balances four classes per week + football practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays, making his days run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. He said the long schedule is challenging but he is ready for the work, and coaches will decide when he may start in upcoming games. MLive
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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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Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Michigan Wolverines Baseball
6-10 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling college baseball matchup featuring the Hawkeyes and Wolverines.
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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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This Mother’s Day, we’ve been reminded that home is where love begins — and that’s exactly what BOXABL is building.
Founded by a father-son duo, BOXABL creates precision-built, foldable homes that ship anywhere in hours. Their mission? To make beautiful, efficient housing available to all, at a fraction of the time and cost.
With 600+ homes already delivered and scalable factory tech in place, BOXABL is setting the foundation for the future of housing. Phase 2 is now underway: larger, stackable units for families and communities alike.
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