Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Ann Arbor.
Michigan camp leaders urged parents to ask about safety plans after floods in Texas killed more than two dozen at Camp Mystic on July 6.
They explained that camps are reviewing key steps (like buddy checks for swimming) and local emergency response plans (with quick help from services) to keep campers safe.
Foster Bridge on N. Maple Road in Ann Arbor Township has been closed since June 9 after a boater spotted a broken steel cable on the 150-year-old bridge—residents between Huron River Drive and Country Club Road face a long detour with no set reopening date.
A neighbor testified that Antonio Brown, 36, was fatally shot in Ypsilanti last May when he went outside to check the sound of gunfire during a visit with Chloe Duenas — the trial for the accused began on July 8.
Police responded around 11 p.m. on July 7 at Liberty Plaza—310 S.
Division Street in downtown Ann Arbor—after a man attacked a 58-year-old with a box cutter during an altercation, and the victim was taken to the hospital with neck injuries.
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Hot weather in late June raised Great Lakes water temperatures, with southern beaches nearing 80 degrees—ideal for swimming.
Satellite data from July 6 shows northern shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron still have chillier water.
Ann Arbor officials announced a $600K study to reimagine North Main Street that builds on a 12-year-old task force report recommending new sidewalks, bike lanes — and crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety.
The study is expected to guide future transportation improvements along the city's major corridor.
Ann Arbor officials faced criticism Monday night for planning to back Arbor South—a nearly 20-acre mixed-use project off State Street and Eisenhower Parkway.
At a July 7 council meeting, members voted 7–4 to have City Administrator Milton Dohoney continue talks with the developer and plan to issue bonds for a public parking deck once built.
Michigan Celtic Festival
8 PM — Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds — $8 for adults; free for under 17 and active military — Enjoy a family-friendly evening filled with live music, workshops, and a contest.
Rolling Sculpture Car Show
2-10 p.m. — Main Street Ann Arbor — Free entry — Celebrate timeless automotive design and craftsmanship at this vibrant car showcase.
Ann Arbor Triathlon, Duathlon, & Aquabike
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Halfmoon Lake Day Use Facility — Parking fees apply — Experience the thrill of triathlons in the scenic Pinckney Recreation Area.
Sunday Artisan Market
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Ann Arbor Farmers' Market — Free access — Discover unique creations from over 30 local artists every Sunday.
Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore Michigan Engineering's North Campus and its innovative facilities.
Ann Arbor Art Fair
6 AM – 4 PM — Main Street Ann Arbor — Check official website for entry fees — Celebrate creativity with stunning art displays and lively performances.
Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
2-3:30 p.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Get an up-close look at the creative hub of Michigan Engineering on this walking tour.
The Sunday Artisan Market
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Ann Arbor Farmers' Market — Free access — Explore the creativity of over 30 local artists and artisans every Sunday.
Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
2-3:30 p.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the creativity hub of Michigan Engineering on a walking tour of North Campus.
Breabach Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the imaginative sounds of Breabach, blending traditional Gaelic music with contemporary influences.
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