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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A segment of the Border to Border Trail in Dexter will close from Monday, Apr. 20 until mid-June — crews will replace deteriorated boardwalk boards to keep the trail safe, officials said. Updates will be posted by local parks authorities as work continues. MLive
- ➤ The renovated Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center at Waterloo State Recreation Area reopens today at 17030 Bush Road after a yearlong upgrade financed by state and federal funds. A ribbon-cutting is set for 1 p.m. and live animal programs will continue this weekend. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ann Arbor Summer Festival will host its annual fundraiser on Friday, May 15 at HOMES Campus where adults can enjoy live music, artisanal drinks, hors d'oeuvres and dessert. It also announced its Annex Series lineup with interactive workshops, comedy and art events scheduled from June 12 to June 28 near Ingalls Mall. MLive
- ➤ Ann Arbor’s Zingerman’s joined forces with cookbook author Anna Hezel for its Tastemaker Series. The Anna Hezel x Zingerman’s Collaboration Box launches April 24 with eight specialty items for easy spring hosting and Mother’s Day gifting (Party Tricks recipes included). MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nine tornadoes touched down in Michigan last week as severe storms moved through the state, including an EF-1 tornado in Ann Arbor on (Thursday, Apr. 16) that knocked down trees and damaged roofs. No injuries were reported, according to the National Weather Service. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Blake Transit Center will close for several months starting May 3 because construction is upgrading Fourth Avenue, and bus stops will temporarily move to Fifth Avenue and Washington Street. The renovation includes improved sidewalks and transit shelters, and a 20-story affordable housing tower will break ground this summer. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arbor Hospice in Ann Arbor reported that 775 volunteers provided more than 37,000 hours of care to 1,100 patients in 2025 (equal to 18 full-time staff members) and is seeking new helpers in the greater Ann Arbor area as National Volunteer Week approaches April 19 to April 25. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresh from winning the NCAA championship — the first since 1989 — Michigan Wolverines star Yaxel Lendeborg is preparing for the NBA draft on June 23. He shared excitement and nerves on ESPN and recalled signing autographs during a celebratory parade. All About Ann Arbor
- ➤ Henry Daley is on track for a full return by June 1 — easing the fight for a starting spot between veteran Cameron Brandt and junior Dominic Nichols as spring practices boost competition on the defensive line for the fall season. MLive
- ➤ MLive and The Ann Arbor News tracked local baseball players through the season's first month using GameChanger data to rank batting averages, hits, RBIs and pitching stats in several categories. MLive
- ➤ Ann Arbor-area softball players performed strongly through the first month of the 2026 season with standout batting, hitting, and pitching stats (based on GameChanger app records). The leaderboard reflects top performers shaping the early phase of local competition. MLive
- ➤ Michigan won its first ITA National Wheelchair Tennis Championship on Sunday, April 12 in Orlando when it defeated defending champion Alabama. The Wolverines secured the title with a pool play sweep and a key doubles win while head coach Chris Kelley was named ITA National Coach of the Year. MLive
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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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Winter Workshop Series: Wax Carving Jewelry
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Thistle & Bess — Pricing TBA — Dive into your creative side with a hands-on wax carving jewelry workshop.
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Mama's Broke Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $24 — Experience haunting harmonies and energetic performances from this Canadian roots duo blending traditional instruments.
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Mark Erelli Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the emotional honesty and craftsmanship of acclaimed folk singer/songwriter Mark Erelli.
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