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Ann Arbor native Ken Burns, 72, earned his 19th Emmy nomination on Wednesday, July 8 for his PBS series The American Revolution—recognizing his work with producers Sarah Botstein, David Schmidt, and Salimah El-Amin.

Ann Arbor’s 31st pride festival will feature live music, food trucks and family activities—highlighting drag performances and special guests.

The free event runs from noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1 in downtown along West Liberty and South Main streets.

Michigan lawmakers passed a bill to let tech firms build data centers without paying sales tax on equipment & materials to spur investment.

Local projects like an Oracle and OpenAI center in Saline Township and a proposed Google site in Van Buren Township face debate over jobs and revenue.

Greenhills will open its new lower school at the former Summers-Knoll location on Monday, Aug.

31 — with 110 students enrolled and a founding team of 20 educators joining from local districts and beyond. This expansion meets high demand from area families.

University of Michigan launched a free Michigan Flora app that lets users identify plants offline; the app (available on Apple and Android) draws from the Michigan Flora Online website (a resource built by UM Herbarium) to help local plant enthusiasts.

Michigan health officials reported on July 10 that cyclosporiasis cases exceeded 1,500 since June 22 in eight counties, including Washtenaw, where 44 patients were hospitalized.

They advised residents to wash and cook produce properly to reduce risk.

Michigan football secured 4-star offensive lineman Lincoln Mageo on Saturday when he committed on the 247Sports YouTube channel.

The Oceanside (Calif.) player, ranked No. 369 overall, joins the 2027 recruiting class with 20 other pledges.

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.

Schmaltz: Modern Klezmer Experience

6:30-7:45 p.m. — North Star Lounge — No cover — Enjoy an energetic blend of klezmer music infused with jazz, funk, and more from a talented local band.

Las Guaracheras Latin Music Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the vibrant Afro-Caribbean rhythms and empowering lyrics of a powerful Latin music sextet from Cali, Colombia.

Open Crafting Drop-In

6-8 p.m. — Spun — Free entry — Engage your creativity in a welcoming crafting environment every week.

David Cook Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience the musical journey of American Idol winner David Cook in an intimate setting.

David Cook Concert Featuring Kaki King

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience a unique blend of music from acclaimed artists in a cozy venue known for its vibrant atmosphere.

Mandolin Carnival Featuring Four Renowned Mandolinists

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29 — Experience a vibrant mix of musical styles from a unique collaboration of four talented mandolinists.

Morgan Wallen Concert

5-7 p.m. — Michigan Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying performance of country star Morgan Wallen in Ann Arbor's iconic venue.