Good morning, Ann Arbor.

Miller Lite will give away 50,000 free beers on August 1 to celebrate its 50th anniversary+ the promotion honors International Beer Day.

Michigan fans can claim a free drink at 21 local bars, a brewery event, or online from 4:50 p.m. to 7 p.m.+ final details are subject to change.

Police responded at 10:36 p.m. on July 23 to a shooting at an apartment complex on Russell Street in Ypsilanti Township—one man died and another is in critical condition during an attempted armed robbery.

On July 14, the Army Corps of Engineers began shipping 6,000 cubic yards of lightly irradiated waste from a New York site to a Texas facility after Wayne County residents protested dumping it at a local landfill and filed a lawsuit.

County leaders said the move kept the Niagara Falls Storage Site cleanup on schedule — a decision that may help avoid further legal challenges.

A Washtenaw County woman won a $309K Fantasy 5 jackpot when she scanned her ticket from the Amoco gas station (10950 Belleville Road) on July 12.

She said she will use the money to pay off her daughter’s student loans and save the rest.

Residents in four communities (Ann Arbor, Dexter, Milan, and Ypsilanti Township) will vote Tuesday, August 5 in the election, with Ann Arbor voters set to decide the fate of Library Lane property.

The U.S. Department of Justice demanded that Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson turn over Michigan’s voter rolls and a list of ineligible voters—Benson must respond by August 4 and explain how her office removes these registrations, noting that many issues have already been examined by the courts.

Federal regulators stated there are no significant hazards with Holtec’s plan to return fuel to the reactor vessel at Palisades in Covert, and testing, inspections, and repairs are set to continue with fuel loading possibly as early as Aug.

25. Holtec plans to restart the 800‐megawatt plant before year end (pending final NRC approvals) as local officials say the restart may boost energy reliability (and support local jobs).

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore said the starting quarterback competition remains open as he will evaluate candidates such as Bryce Underwood, Jadyn Davis, and Mikey Keene during camp next week.

He stressed that the decision will be based on performance and that no starter has been named yet.

Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore made his first proclamation for 2025 during Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas—he said his team learned hard lessons from a challenging 2024 season and will work as one this fall.

He added that past setbacks are behind them as they prepare for a stronger campaign.

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.

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.

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.

Open Mic Night with Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal

7-10 p.m. — North Star Lounge — $5 cover (sliding scale) — Share your creativity at this welcoming open mic event hosted by local talents.

Petalwave Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Blind Pig — Tickets starting at $14.30 — Enjoy a night of alternative rock with Petalwave and friends.

Ani Mari's Debut Album Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $24.00 — Experience Ani Mari's poignant Alt-Americana melodies exploring the journey of young adulthood.

The RFD Boys Concert

8:00–9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $16, $15 for students, seniors, and Ark members — Experience the legendary bluegrass sounds and humor of the RFD Boys since 1969.

Monthly Reiki Share

2-4 p.m. — Enlightened Soul Center & Shop — Free entry — Connect with fellow Reiki practitioners for healing and energy exchange.

Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour

2-3:30 p.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the innovative Engineering facilities at North Campus on this guided walking tour.

Boxing Banjo Live Concert

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic and charismatic Irish music of acclaimed act Boxing Banjo.