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Ann Arbor
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ County parks officials are gathering feedback on plans for a new two-story recreation center near Ypsilanti. The facility—built on the site of the razed Cheney Elementary School at 1500 Stamford Road—will offer pools, fitness spaces, and a climate resilience hub. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The owner and pilot of a 1981 MiG-23 plane that crashed during an Aug. 13th Thunder Over Michigan air show at Willow Run Airport sued his rear-seat passenger, who maintained the pilot did not have the right to order the ejection during the engine failure. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Michigan Herbarium and Museum of Zoology are open to visitors with advance appointments and free admission. The collections display preserved specimens such as whale skulls, century-old plants, and a two-headed trout (a fish that counts as two specimens) and offer a unique look at natural history. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A national poll by University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital found fewer than 10% of parents say their toddler plays outside rarely and 60% report daily screen use. The survey of 710 parents in August shows many use phones and tablets for distraction due to safety concerns — nearly half hold their child’s hand when trying new challenges — which may limit more varied play. MLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor’s Planning Commission approved a site plan on Oct. 16 for a 20-story, 313,000-square-foot affordable housing building at 350 S. Fifth Ave—set to include 330 apartments, ground-floor retail space, and a project cost of $220M. The development will offer more affordable housing options downtown. MLive
- ➤ The Lodi Township Board of Trustees approved the final plans for Arbor Preserve—107 luxury homes on wooded land near Ann Arbor—after a narrow 4—3 vote on Oct. 20. The Toll Brothers project faced local pushback but will now move forward. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Michigan will offer a nighttime tour of The Big House on November 2 at 4:30 p.m., where fans will visit the locker room, stadium club, tunnel, and field to play catch, try a field goal, and take photos on the 50-yard line. The tour includes a history presentation by Dr. Robert Soderstrom (tickets range from $40 to $70 and children under five are not admitted) to give participants a behind-the-scenes look at the famous stadium. MLive
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REMI: 40th Annual Users’ Conference
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Weber's Boutique Hotel — Registration required — Celebrate 40 years of innovation and collaboration at REMI's annual gathering.
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Madi Diaz Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket info not provided — Experience Madi Diaz as she explores the complexities of love and hope through her heartfelt music.
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Jackopierce Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 - $46.50 — Experience the spot-on harmonies of Jackopierce, reuniting for a night of music after years apart.
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Imani Winds and Andy Akiho in Concert
4-6 PM — Rackham Auditorium — Starting at $30 — Experience a powerful blend of wind quintet and steel drum music addressing profound themes of belonging and resilience.
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Open Mic Wednesday with Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal
7-10 p.m. — North Star Lounge — $5 cover (no one turned away) — Express your creativity at this welcoming open mic night featuring local artists.
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Ferris State Bulldogs vs. Michigan Wolverines Women's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Crisler Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch fierce college basketball action as the Bulldogs take on the Wolverines.
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Ann Arbor Latin Halloween Gala
9:30 PM – 2:00 AM — Club Above — Cost varies — Dance the night away with Latin beats and Bachata lessons in a festive Halloween atmosphere.
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Pop Open A Party: Great Sparkling Wines
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. — Total Wine & More — Free entry — Celebrate with bubbly as you learn to pair wines and explore sparkling styles from around the world.
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The Sunday Artisan Market
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Ann Arbor Farmers' Market — Free access — Explore creations from over 30 local artists and artisans every Sunday in Kerrytown.
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Josh Ritter Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of music with Josh Ritter and his new album.
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