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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Al the Alligator was abandoned as a 12-pound pet but grew to 330 pounds and is now the star at The Creature Conservancy near Ann Arbor—his target training on Aug. 2nd with assistant curator Xavier Edwards helped spur local wildlife preservation efforts. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 23,500 Ann Arbor voters cast ballots on Tuesday, Aug. 5 for Proposals A and B for a new downtown library—official data shows a 29% turnout among 81,683 registered voters. MLive
- ➤ Two taxpayers in Ann Arbor dropped their lawsuit over library ballot proposals A and B— the dismissal notice was filed in court on August 6th. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Michigan’s preseason camp, freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood leads the competition – earning praise as transfer Mikey Keene recovers from injury and transfer Jake Garcia adds depth. Head coach Sherrone Moore said the team will decide the starter before its season opener against New Mexico in over three weeks. MLive
- ➤ Transfer defensive back TJ Metcalf, who had 57 tackles and three interceptions at Arkansas, has impressed Michigan football coaches with his versatile playmaking skills during practice as they plan to use him in different roles this fall—raising hopes he may be among the best defenders in the Big Ten. MLive
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Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the creative hub of North Campus with an insider's look at engineering facilities.
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Happy Little Drop-In: Live Painting with Bob Ross Instructor
12-3 p.m. — A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center) — Free entry — Experience live painting with a certified Bob Ross instructor while exploring art galleries and supporting local art sales.
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Pure Prairie League Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Country-Rock sound of Pure Prairie League in an intimate setting.
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Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the creative hub of engineering, art, music, and design at North Campus.
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Modern Calligraphy for Beginners
6-7:30 p.m. — Venue by 4M — $65 — Experience the art of modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in a fun, creative setting.
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Foundry Town Survivors Annual Gig
6:30-9 p.m. — LIVE Nightclub — No cover charge — Dance to a lively mix with surprise musical guests in a fun hometown reunion.
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George Bedard: History of American Music
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience a musical journey through 1959 and a tribute to Elmore James with George Bedard.
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Dan Navarro Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Ark — Free for Ark Members at the Solo level and above — Experience heartfelt songs and soulful tales from a seasoned songwriter and performer.
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Blind Pig Comedy Night
8-9:30 p.m. — The Blind Pig — Tickets from $2.50 — Experience a night of laughs featuring local talent in an iconic Ann Arbor venue.
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Asleep at the Wheel with The Shootouts
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $51.50 — Experience the legendary roots of Western swing music with a timeless performance by Asleep at the Wheel and special guest The Shootouts.
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