Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of June.
Good morning, Ann Arbor.
The ARROW amateur radio club held a 24-hour field day marathon near the Municipal Airport soccer fields on Saturday, June 27.
Participants set up temporary radio stations to make international contacts as part of a national event by the ARRL and to practice emergency communication skills.
Bao Space at 205 N. Main St. will reopen Friday, July 3, after months-long renovations that started on Feb.
18 to improve its dining experience. Originally launched in December 2022, the restaurant is next door to Detroit Pizza Pub and a short walk from Zingerman’s Delicatessen.
Downtown Ann Arbor sidewalks are being painted with fruits and veggies by artists Jesse Kassel and Brandon Marshall to guide drivers from the Ann/Ashley parking structure to the Farmers Market in Kerrytown.
The DDA’s Elevate program backs the project — it will last about five weeks to brighten the route.
MLive is holding a vote for the best high school mascot names in the Ann Arbor and Jackson areas.
The contest ends Monday, July 6 at 9 a.m. as the top three vote-getters from each poll move to head-to-head matchups.
Michigan basketball promoted assistant Mike Boynton Jr. to interim head coach after Dusty May left for the NBA, a move designed to keep the team intact as summer workouts began.
Key players confirmed their commitment during the transfer window.
Michigan football secured a verbal commitment Monday from linebacker Weston Port, who is serving a two-year church mission in Spain and will join the Wolverines in 2027 after reopening his recruitment from an initial UCLA signing.
Saline resident Jonathan Schiller won a $1M jackpot at the World Series of Poker at Horseshoe Las Vegas on June 29 after entering the Mystery Millions event following a six-hour drive from Reno with friends — he finished 439th and said he planned to celebrate with his family.
Blake Whyte Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $24.00 — Experience a soulful journey through music and storytelling with the talented Blake Whyte.
Davy Knowles Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the unmistakable guitar prowess of Davy Knowles across acoustic and electric styles.
Black Joe Lewis and The Honeybears Live
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Tickets start at $75 — Experience an unforgettable night of music with Black Joe Lewis and The Honeybears.
Mark Jewett Live with The Strategic Advisors
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience a compelling mix of Americana, folk, and rock tunes from skilled storyteller Mark Jewett.
Howie Day Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Tickets start at $118 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Howie Day's live music performance.
Hidden Ridge Concert
9:00 – 10:15 PM — North Star Lounge — Purchase tickets — Experience a fiery performance blending American String Band tradition with modern flair.
Monthly Reiki Share with Rev. Lori Irvin
2-4 p.m. — Enlightened Soul Center & Shop — Contact for pricing — A supportive environment for Reiki practitioners to enhance their skills and share healing energy.
Gel-X Certification Class
10 AM – 5 PM — Weber's Boutique Hotel — Certification required for attendance — Unlock the mastery of Gel-X, the world's first full coverage soft gel nail extension system.
Like Home Book Discussion with Michele Feeney
6:30-8 p.m. — Schuler Books Ann Arbor — Free entry — Engage in a dialogue about life in 1918 rural Michigan and discover the latest historical fiction by Michele Feeney.
City of Ann Arbor Men's Amateur Championship
Date range: Jul 17-19 — Leslie Park Golf Course — Registration required from $99 — Compete in this exciting 54-hole stroke play tournament featuring top local golfers.
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