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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
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 Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred just before midnight on May 7 at a home on Hewitt Road (north of Congress Street) in Ypsilanti Township when a 74 year old father fatally shot his 34 year old son during a domestic dispute and no arrests were made. All About Ann Arbor
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor residents have a busy weekend with a Mother’s Day Time to Teal 5K run starting at 8 a.m. and a fun run at 8:10 a.m. on May 11 in downtown Ann Arbor plus a Bloom Fest market running from today until May 11. Nearby events include a Halfway to Halloween Expo on May 10 at Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds—featuring food vendors, haunted walkthroughs, and live shows—a spring social at SASHA Farm on May 10, and a Ypsi Artisans Spring Market on May 11. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Michigan named Domenico Grasso as its interim president while it looks for a permanent leader. The board of regents will vote on his appointment on May 15 — Grasso, who served as chancellor at Dearborn since 2018, said he will not seek the full-time role. ClickOnDetroit.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents near Arbor Hills Landfill voiced concerns about a proposed expansion that would add a new landfill north of the current site—residents point to odor issues as neighborhoods have grown since the original dump began 50 years ago. GFL Environmental proposed the expansion to address capacity needs and officials will review the plan at a Materials Management Planning Committee meeting on May 21, with a decision expected within the next year. WXYZ
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Ink Flower Painting Workshop
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Gutman Gallery — $25 — Create a beautiful ink and marker flower still life in time for Mother’s Day.
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Babies & Brews at Bløm
4-6 p.m. — Bløm Mead + Cider — Food and beverages available — A community gathering for parents and caregivers to relax and socialize while enjoying refreshments.
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Joan Shelley Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $25 — Experience the melodic storytelling of Joan Shelley inspired by traditional folk roots.
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Indiana Hoosiers at Michigan Wolverines Baseball
6-10 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Cost info not specified — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup featuring the Hoosiers and Wolverines.
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Coffee, Coworking, and Cocktails
2-5:30 p.m. — Dozer Coffee — Free entry — Get work done amongst others while enjoying social interactions before and after the coworking session.
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Indiana Hoosiers at Michigan Wolverines Baseball
1-5 p.m. — Ray Fisher Stadium — Cost info not available — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between Indiana and Michigan.
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Jacob Jolliff Band Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $25 — Experience the cutting-edge sounds of one of today's premier contemporary mandolinists and his band.
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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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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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Sake Tasting with Chris Johnson
6-7 p.m. — Everyday Wines — Ticket required — Experience high-end sakes paired with delightful appetizers under the guidance of a Sake Samurai.
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Glass Cannon Live
8-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $Varies — Enjoy a night of off-the-wall comedy and epic storytelling with your favorite nerds.
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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.
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