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Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ DTE Energy will file a $474M electric rate request on Tuesday, April 28, and if its Saline Township data center is online by the end of 2027 with required approvals, it will pause further rate increases until at least 2028 + the measure gives customers two years without a rate hike. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor educators, parents, and students gathered at a school board meeting April 22 to demand fair pay and a new contract after teachers worked without one since the start of 2026 — the union's online vote to ratify the tentative deal began today and will run until 5 p.m. Monday. MLive
- ➤ After a brain cancer diagnosis, UM president-elect Kent Syverud will join the law school faculty while keeping his $2 million base salary along with a housing stipend. UM regents will restart the search for a new president, with his appointment effective May 11. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Michigan DNR will conduct prescribed burns across 521 acres in Washtenaw, Huron, Ogemaw, and Charlevoix counties in Lower Peninsula to boost land health. Burns start at 10 a.m. in Huron County and 11 a.m. elsewhere and may be canceled if weather is unsuitable. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Road officials in Dexter will close Island Lake Road from Dexter-Chelsea to Dexter-Pinckney on Monday, May 4, with work expected to continue until early or mid-September. The project includes building a new roundabout, repaving, installing crosswalks and an over-height vehicle warning system to ease congestion near the historic viaduct. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mullets for Miles is a fundraiser for youth mental health set for May 9 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at The Pretzel Bell on Main Street, where live mullet haircuts by local high school volunteers and community members will turn donations into votes for supporting mental health resources. MLive
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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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For Pete's Sake
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Tickets from $48 — Experience an unforgettable live show in Ann Arbor.
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Apple Blossom Bliss 2026
8 p.m. – 2 p.m. — AACTMAD — $110-$130 — Celebrate traditional music and dance with lively performances and delicious meals included.
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Ann Arbor Concert Band Performance
2-5 p.m. — Michigan Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a rich blend of traditional and contemporary concert band music with the Ann Arbor Concert Band.
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Ohio Bobcats at Michigan Wolverines Baseball
4-9 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Tickets from $56 — Catch the thrilling college baseball showdown between Ohio Bobcats and Michigan Wolverines.
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