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Ann Arbor
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor's annual Huron River Day will take place on Saturday, May 16 at Riverside Park at 1000 Canal St with morning conservation activities starting at 8 a.m. and a free festival from noon to 4 p.m. that features family crafts, live animals, inflatables & local food vendors. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Approximately 200 Ann Arbor Pioneer High students hosted their 2026 prom today at Michigan Stadium, celebrating with pastel dresses and dapper suits in a Tangled-themed event. MLive
- ➤ Concordia University Ann Arbor will host a free weeklong Move and Groove Youth Literacy Camp from June 22-26 on its Plymouth Road campus. The camp, open to kindergarten through third grade, blends movement, reading instruction and social activities with daily lunch and snacks (led by faculty and occupational therapy students in training). MLive
- ➤ The University of Michigan’s Canvas remains down after a cyberattack by ShinyHunters, and officials have advised students to log out for security while the investigation continues — they are working to restore full access with no timeline yet provided. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washtenaw County road work will affect many roads from May 11 to 17 as motorist lanes and bridges will be closed, including Ann Arbor’s US-23 near Warren Road, which will stay closed until Aug. 19 (weather may change schedules). MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blue Cross Blue Shield and Michigan Medicine are still negotiating a contract that may change coverage for 250,000 patients if no deal is reached by June 30, and patients with serious conditions will get in network rates until Sept. 29 even if Michigan Medicine becomes out network from July 1. ClickOnDetroit.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local shoppers can order last-minute Mother’s Day gifts—like gourmet baskets, MasterClass memberships and designer accessories—with expedited shipping available for many items by tomorrow. Discounts up to 50% are offered at select stores, so order quickly to ensure timely delivery. MLive
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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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Detroit Jazz Fest All-Stars: Beyond Take Five
7-10 p.m. — Blue LLama Jazz Club and Restaurant — $25 Cover — Experience a night of vibrant jazz with Randy Napoleon and his octet.
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AFC Ann Arbor Women vs. Detroit City
7 PM - 1 AM — Pioneer High School Tennis Courts — Ticket prices may vary — W League action kicks off as Detroit City FC faces off against AFC Ann Arbor in an exciting matchup.
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Chris Knight Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the raw Americana sound of Chris Knight, whose music reflects unflinching truth and storytelling.
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The Moth StorySLAM
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Blind Pig — Ticket prices may vary — Experience compelling storytelling at The Moth's engaging event in Ann Arbor.
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Suzy Bogguss Concert
8-11 PM — The Ark — $46.50 — Enjoy classic country hits and new Americana tunes from a beloved artist.
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Open Mic Wednesday with Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal
7-10 p.m. — North Star Lounge — $5 cover — Showcase your talent in a supportive creative community atmosphere.
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Dave & Kristi Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Enjoy a unique musical pairing of garage rock and harmony from celebrated artists Dave and Kristi.
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Mike Massé Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience the epic acoustic classic rock of YouTube star Mike Massé with renditions loved by legends.
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River Rescue Training Course
11 AM – 4 PM — Ann Arbor, Michigan — $100 (credit for future classes if needed) — Master essential kayak safety skills to ensure a safe paddling experience on moving water.
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