Good morning, Ann Arbor.

The Ann Arbor Art Fair will run on Thursday, July 16, Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 with a range of food options for fairgoers.

Visitors can try offerings from local spots including New York Pizza Depot on E. William St and HopCat on Maynard St.

The University of Michigan plans a $175M library collections facility on the former Concordia campus near Earhart Manor to consolidate scattered library materials and support over 15 million volumes.

The UM Board of Regents will vote on the project Thursday, July 16.

Twenty-four local high school grads were named National Merit Scholarship recipients in a program released earlier this week; seventeen winners are from Ann Arbor and include students from Dexter, Huron, and Pioneer high schools (award types range from $2,500 scholarships to college-backed grants).

UM said documents related to two investigations (one into former football coach Sherrone Moore’s undisclosed workplace relationship and one into athletic department culture) will remain confidential, and no report or update on Athletic Director Warde Manuel’s future is scheduled for the Thursday board meeting in Traverse City.

A local church will take over the former Liberty Title building at 111 N.

Main St. in downtown Ann Arbor, according to a Colliers post on July 9; no conversion date has been set.

Chelsea sophomore guard Drew Cabana announced a Division I offer from Purdue following his standout freshman season; he already received offers from Ohio, Rutgers & Bowling Green.

Michigan guard L.J. Cason will enter the transfer portal following a coaching change — his career appears to be over after a season-ending knee injury.

The guard, who helped the Wolverines win a national championship last season, is moving on amid basketball shifts.

Michigan football added Oceanside's four-star offensive lineman Lincoln Mageo as its 21st verbal pledge for the 2027 class.

The move builds on coach Jim Harding’s West Coast ties (from Utah) and is a sign of the team’s expanding national recruiting efforts.

Warde Manuel denied departure rumors Tuesday on WTKA 1050-AM in Ann Arbor and said he remained focused on leading Michigan’s athletics department — despite ongoing conversations with university officials about his future.

He asserted his commitment amid media speculation.

ESPN released its top 10 college football coaches list ahead of the 2026 season, showing surprises among candidates for national championships.

Michigan’s new head coach Kyle Whittingham, Ohio State’s Ryan Day and Texas’s Steve Sarkisian feature among the elite — some top contenders were left off.

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.

Morgan Wallen Concert

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Michigan Stadium — Tickets vary — Experience an unforgettable evening with Morgan Wallen at the iconic Big House.

Wild Child Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt indie-folk sounds of Wild Child, a beloved Austin duo known for their captivating live performances.