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Ann Arbor
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor Joy Rides, a program of Walk Bike Washtenaw, will debut a trishaw e-bike at the Ann Arbor Bicycle Film Festival on Saturday, Apr. 18 and start free joy rides for older adults + people with limited mobility in June. Volunteer pilot training begins in May. MLive
- ➤ A Washtenaw County man was billed $443.47 for unused trash service and Local 4 helped Priority Waste fix the error; the company said it will contact him soon + confirm no payment is due. All About Ann Arbor
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University Library will host a free student-led escape room event on Apr. 17 at Shapiro Library in Ann Arbor. Students can register in advance or drop in for a 30-minute session (suitable for both beginners and experienced players). MLive
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Perry Pendleton of Maybee claimed a $100,000 prize after his Super Raffle ticket won on Nov. 19; he had stored his tickets after buying them at Kroger on West Main Street in Milan and now plans to save, share and spend the winnings. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan residents have reported delays in receiving state tax refunds as pending reviews flag missing income documents or identity issues. Tax experts advise filing electronically + checking mail for notices as Tax Day nears on Wed., Apr. 15. ClickOnDetroit.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ During a More Neighbors meeting on Sunday, Apr. 12 at Bamboo, Ann Arbor Housing Commission Executive Director Jennifer Hall detailed affordable housing projects including Dunbar Tower units, a 250-apartment development on Commerce Blvd, and a planned 20-story high-rise on a former YMCA site (supported by city millage funds). MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grant Fanning, a Michigan Football Coaches Hall of Fame inductee, left Chelsea after nearly 30 years to return to his hometown of Saline as the new defensive coordinator in January. Saline football expects to strengthen its defense with Fanning and new experienced assistants. MLive
- ➤ Michigan Football coach Kyle Whittingham raised concerns about a lack of depth in the secondary and linebacker corps during the final week of spring practice before the spring game at Michigan Stadium. He said the team will need to improve these areas before the upcoming season. MLive
- ➤ Byron Center tops Division 1 prep soccer rankings after Saline lost by a 3 to 1 margin to Ann Arbor Pioneer — Troy and Portage Central also rose in the latest update from the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association. MLive
- ➤ Kaiden Morning, a standout guard from Ann Arbor Huron, announced his commitment to Lake Superior State University on Monday. He led his team to 20 wins and earned all-state honors last season, marking another link between Huron and LSSU. MLive
- ➤ Local high school boys golf is set for a promising spring season as a list highlights 20 players from area schools (including returning stars and emerging talents expected to compete in upcoming tournaments). MLive
- ➤ The 2026 high school softball season is underway with over 550 teams competing across four divisions. State semifinals are held June 11-12 and finals on June 13 at Michigan State University’s Secchia Stadium, and games are livestreamed on the NFHS Network+ fans can watch local teams in action. MLive
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Fantastic Negrito Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $40.00 — Experience a powerhouse performance blending Delta blues, soul, funk, and rock from a three-time GRAMMY winner.
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Willie Nile Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $35 — Experience the gifted singer-songwriter hailed as 'one of the most talented' from New York City.
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Mr. B's 29th Annual Blues & Boogie Piano Celebration
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience a night of exceptional blues and boogie piano as local legend Mr. B teams up with top musicians.
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Michigan Wolverines vs. Toledo Rockets
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Alumni Field at Carol Hutchins Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling college softball matchup between two competitive teams.
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Jeffrey Martin Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the soulful storytelling and music of Jeffrey Martin in an intimate setting.
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Ana Popovic Live Performance
8-11 PM — The Ark — $40 — Experience the electrifying fusion of groove, blues, funk, and soul with Ana Popovic’s latest album release.
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Joshua Grekin Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $18.50 — Experience a soulful and jazzy performance by composer and multi-instrumentalist Joshua Grekin and his all-star band.
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Schmaltz: A Modern Klezmer Experience
9:00 – 10:15 PM — North Star Lounge — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant blend of Jewish klezmer music infused with jazz, funk, and more.
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Gráinne Hunt with Jules Stewart
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Free, Donations accepted — Experience the captivating nu-folk sounds of Gráinne Hunt and Jules Stewart in a night of heartfelt harmonies.
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X-Ray Film Portraits with Jason Kluttz
12-2 p.m. — PROCAM Photo & Video Gear | Ann Arbor — Free entry — Create your unique large format x-ray portrait with local artist Jason Kluttz at this interactive session.
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