Saturday, August 10th, 2024

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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsfield Township and a citizens group are suing to halt the extension of Ann Arbor Municipal Airport's runway, citing ignored health and safety concerns. MLive
- ➤ Freeway closures, including the U.S. 23 and M-14 interchange, will disrupt Ann Arbor traffic this weekend. MLive
- ➤ The Ann Arbor Wellness Fair, featuring University of Michigan athletes and fitness classes, will take place at Homes Brewery Campus with participation from over a dozen companies. MLive
- ➤ Ann Arbor approves street closures for outdoor tailgating and watch events during University of Michigan football games. MLive
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR BOXABL, founded by a father-son team, is building foldable, affordable homes shipped within hours, with 600+ already delivered and new family-sized units underway. Invest now in scalable housing tech making "home" possible for more families everywhere. BOXABL
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Regina Williamson was sentenced to three years probation for aiding her brother post-murder in Ypsilanti, including a guilty plea to accessory and weapon charges. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washtenaw County amends employee travel policy after revelations of the Racial Equity Officer's extensive and costly travel. MLive
- ➤ Ben Harrington, Saline's community development director who significantly influenced the city's new master plan and housing options, resigns for a job in Minnesota. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority provides updated shuttle service for Michigan football fans attending games at Michigan Stadium, with five routes from various hotels and parking locations for $1.50 each way. MLive
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11th Annual Monarch Migration Festival
Celebrate the annual migration of monarch butterflies and support conservation efforts at Leslie Science & Nature Center's family-friendly festival.
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Boys Tennis Match Against University of Detroit Jesuit
Watch the Boys Varsity Tennis team compete in an exciting match against the University of Detroit Jesuit at the tennis courts.
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