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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ For the Ann Arbor Art Fair starting tomorrow, downtown garages charge $20 per day and $10 after 5 p.m. while Huron High School and Briarwood Mall offer free parking with $8 shuttle roundtrips every 10-15 minutes until 10 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and until 9 p.m. on Saturday — many downtown streets will be closed for the three-day event spanning 30 blocks — plan accordingly. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Michigan is under federal investigation after two Chinese scientists tied to the school were charged with smuggling biological materials into the U.S. The Education Department will review the school’s financial records and research ties — a step taken amid rising concerns over national security — to ensure compliance with federal rules. All About Ann Arbor
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will hold 11 online auctions from Aug. 1 to Sept. 5 for 126 surplus properties that range from under one acre to 200 acres—some with riverfront, lakefront, and forested land in Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas. Proceeds will go to the Land Exchange Facilitation Fund to buy public land that fits the department’s mission. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan football has ranked its top-10 linebacker recruits from the past decade, with Junior Colson spotlighting key players like Drew Singleton and Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng. The list shows the program’s strong recruiting history and its plan to add more homegrown talent for future seasons + filling the need at linebacker. MLive
- ➤ Michigan infielder Mitch Voit was picked in the first round by the Mets on Sunday and is the highest Wolverines draft pick since 2000. He hit 14 home runs and 60 RBIs this season, and his selection makes Michigan the first school to have a first-round pick in all four major sports — NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB. MLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Erik Earth Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Blind Pig — Tickets from $14.35 — Enjoy live music from Erik Earth and supporting acts in a vibrant setting.
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Damian McGinty Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $40.00 — Experience an evening with multi-genre singer/songwriter Damian McGinty, known for his captivating performances and television appearances.
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Tubing Adventure
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — W.K. Kellogg Eye Center — Free — Grab your tube and enjoy a relaxing float with friends while soaking up the sun.
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Sunday Artisan Market in Ann Arbor
11 AM – 4 PM — Ann Arbor Farmers' Market — Free access — Explore unique creations from over 30 local artists and artisans every Sunday.
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Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
2-3:30 p.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the creative hub of North Campus with a guided walking tour of Michigan Engineering facilities.
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