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Two social workers launch Mental Health Isn’t Funny—an educational sketch comedy show—at Hear.say Brewing and Theater at 2350 W.

Liberty St. in Ann Arbor. The performances will be on Sept. 24 at 7 p.m., Sept. 26, and Sept. 27; proceeds benefit Garrett’s Space.

Michigan-raised Nashville bluegrass artist Lindsay Lou will perform at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Oct.

4 at 7:30 p.m. to launch her new album Bluegrass Women + ticket prices start at $29.

The Ark has announced the lineup for the 50th Ann Arbor Folk Festival set for Jan.

29-30 at Hill Auditorium. Actor and musician Jeff Daniels will emcee the 7 p.m. sets as the fundraiser brings back standout acts and emerging talent for the nonprofit music venue.

The University of Michigan announced a nearly $5M Erb Legacy Scholarship for graduate students earning dual degrees in business and environmental studies, helping 72 recipients cover tuition and debt for up to 10 years — the program has given class of 2027 students their tuition packages amid rising inflation.

Ann Arbor has launched a community-owned solar utility that uses local panels & battery storage to offer a clean energy option to residents.

The system has started in the Bryant neighborhood and will expand citywide in 2027.

The Washtenaw County Road Commission said a single lane roundabout is open at the Scio Church and Zeeb roads intersection (in Scio and Lodi townships) after a three month closure caused by construction delays; another roundabout is planned at Zeeb and Park roads in 2028.

Michigan's tight end room remains a work in progress under first-year coach Kyle Whittingham ahead of Saturday's game vs No. 17 Iowa.

The offense favors wide receivers so players like Hogan Hansen and freshman Mason Bonner are expected to see more targets & contribute in the passing game.

Saline sophomore linebacker Caleb Harris (6-1) received his first Big Ten scholarship offer from Penn State on Saturday as his strong play helped limit opponents to 6.2 points per game; he also holds offers from UConn, Miami (OH), and Western Michigan.

Michigan football will play its first 2026 road game against Minnesota on Oct.

3 at 12 p.m. Eastern in Minneapolis. The contest will air on FOX as part of the Big Noon Kickoff following a strong three-zero start.

Michigan's head football coach said the offense improved with a 431-yard game against UTEP, but six fumbles and a young team raise concerns as Big Ten play looms.

He noted the coaching transition is still a work in progress as the team builds its culture.

Michigan, MSU and WMU (No. 2, 3, and 8, respectively) are in the USCHO preseason poll ahead of a season that builds on recent Frozen Four and NCAA Tournament success.

Each team welcomes strong rosters and NHL draft prospects to fuel their run as national contenders.