Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Chinese research scholar at University of Michigan was sentenced to time served yesterday and will be deported after pleading no contest to smuggling biological materials for research—officials said she misrepresented her shipment details during customs checks. WXYZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Argus Farm Stop in downtown Ann Arbor serves a Forest Fog tea latte that blends Earl Grey tea with maple syrup and cinnamon—complemented by a sunny patio with local produce. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kyler, an endangered Great Lakes piping plover hatched in Wilderness State Park two years ago, is wintering in the South with one of his chicks—he has fledged a total of seven chicks to date. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former House Speaker Tom Leonard called for a federal investigation of Attorney General Dana Nessel after a judge dismissed charges in a fake electors case, ruling that the 15 defendants had no intent to defraud in the 2020 election. Leonard, now running for governor, said Nessel abused her power—acting as an activist instead of a prosecutor. MLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ GMH Communities and its partners have released drawings for The Dean, a 14-story apartment high-rise planned on eight nearby properties between Fourth and Fifth avenues along Madison Street—this building will overlook the University of Michigan marching band practice field. The proposal is set to reshape the area and bring new housing options. MLive
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Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Michigan Wolverines Football
8 PM – 2 PM — Michigan Stadium — Check the website for ticket prices — Experience thrilling college football action under the lights at one of the largest stadiums in the country.
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Michigan Wolverines Women's Volleyball vs. Central Michigan Chippewas
7-8:30 p.m. — Crisler Center — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling matchup as the Wolverines take on the Chippewas in women's volleyball.
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Washtenaw Supply Chain Exchange
8 AM - 12:30 PM — Towsley Auditorium — Free entry — Explore insights and networking opportunities at the first annual logistics symposium focused on building resilience in global supply chains.
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Ron Sexsmith Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience the soulful melodies of Juno-award-winning songwriter Ron Sexsmith as he showcases his renowned catalog.
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John Craigie Live in Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of humor and poignant storytelling with the acclaimed John Craigie.
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Refugia Festival
12-7 p.m. — University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum — Pay-as-you-can admission — Experience music and environmental advocacy at this family-friendly festival.
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