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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th 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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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The University of Michigan faces a class action lawsuit brought by 42 student-athletes after former football coach Matt Weiss allegedly exposed private images and videos of thousands of athletes. The suit asks the university to pay for transferring sensitive data to a forensic security firm — a claim that follows Weiss's federal charges in March. ClickOnDetroit.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Forty more student athletes joined a lawsuit against the University of Michigan for not alerting victims that their sensitive information and materials were exposed in a data breach linked to former assistant football coach Matt Weiss. The suit alleges that the breach occurred over several years—raising concerns that additional victims may be identified—and details from April 14 will guide the next steps. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Christopher Taylor sent a mass email yesterday to kick off a campaign supporting Proposals A and B for a new downtown library—voters will decide in August if the project moves forward. MLive
- ➤ Mike Rogers, a former congressman and FBI agent from Howell, announced his 2026 U.S. Senate bid yesterday after narrowly losing his 2024 race by 19,000 votes from over 5.4 million cast—he will run for the seat vacated by retiring Sen. Gary Peters. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Henry Mews, a top-scoring OHL defenseman from the Sudbury Wolves (he scored 82 points last season), announced on Sunday his commitment to join the Wolverines hockey team next season. He is the first CHL player to pledge under the new NCAA eligibility rules for Canadian junior leagues. MLive
- ➤ The Wolverines baseball team extended their win streak to six by sweeping a three-game series against Mount St. Mary's, marking their 5,000th game—only the fourth NCAA program to do so. Michigan will play today at Toledo before resuming conference games against Iowa. MLive
- ➤ Junior Ben Hall is working to earn more carries in Michigan’s new offense as he loses weight and practices quicker plays. He faces stiff competition from transfer Justice Haynes and sophomore Jordan Marshall — his improvements in practice are expected to boost his role when the season starts. MLive
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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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Open House at 2222 Applewood Court
12-4 p.m. — 2222 Applewood Court — Free entry — Explore a beautifully remodeled condo with stunning views and community amenities.
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Yoga in the Taproom
1-2 p.m. — Bløm Mead + Cider — $10 — Unwind with a unique blend of yoga and refreshing mead or cider after class.
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Pluot Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Blind Pig — $10.00 — Experience live performances by Pluot, J-Walkers, and Umph at this 18+ music event.
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Takács Quartet 50th Anniversary Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rackham Auditorium — Ticket pricing not specified — Celebrate an extraordinary evening with the Takács Quartet, a celebrated chamber ensemble in Ann Arbor.
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The Tallest Man On Earth Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the captivating folk sounds of Kristian Matsson, returning with a new album after a transformative journey.
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Michigan State Spartans vs. Michigan Wolverines Baseball
1-5 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Cost varies — Experience the rivalry as the Spartans clash with the Wolverines in an exciting baseball showdown.
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Wine & Pizza Night
5-6:30 p.m. — Everyday Wines — Special discount — Enjoy pizza from PizzaPazza and get $1 off a glass of wine.
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Weekly Board Game Night
5-10 p.m. — Bløm Mead + Cider — Free to participate — An inviting atmosphere for casual gaming with friends or new acquaintances.
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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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