Monday, April 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st 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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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Concordia Ann Arbor officials said they will refocus the campus on health and online programs while cutting most undergraduate and athletic options, and some students and alumni worry the campus may eventually close. University leaders say the north building will be used for hands-on training and student services—aiming to preserve campus history and create a manageable foundation for future growth. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Happy Hooves Wellness near Ann Arbor has transformed a farm into a center that offers equine therapy and wellness programs to help people cope with anxiety, neurodiversity and burnout—using gentle animal interactions and brain-body lessons. The center provides classes, camps and social-emotional learning to local residents seeking relief and connection. MLive
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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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Michael McDermott Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the inspired rock of Michael McDermott, a blend of folk sensibility and honest rock stories.
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Indie Guinn Musical Showcase
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Blind Pig — Tickets starting at $10.00 — Experience live performances from Indie Guinn, Noah Dakho, and Mothdude in an intimate venue.
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Paul Thorn Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Ark — Ticketed event — Experience the soul-stirring melodies of Paul Thorn as he shares wisdom-filled songs from his latest album.
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Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Michigan Wolverines Baseball
4-8 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience collegiate baseball rivalry under the lights.
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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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Reimagining homes—built by family, for families
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.
It’s more than homebuilding. It’s a mission to make “home” possible for more moms, more families.
Join as an investor — and help build what matters.
Invest in the future of homebuilding.
Disclosure: This is a paid advertisement for BOXABL’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular here. This is a message from BOXABL. Reserving a Nasdaq ticker does not guarantee a future listing on Nasdaq or indicate that BOXABL meets any of Nasdaq's listing criteria to do so.
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