Good morning, Ann Arbor.

Purgatory Exchange will start buying gently used clothing from the public in early Nov. at 209 Ashley St. downtown, run a four to six week buy-only phase, and aim to open the retail shop for shoppers by the end of 2026.

FOCO is selling team-themed Advent calendars (from $40 to $160) featuring mascot bobbleheads, ornaments, BRXLZ trees, Peanuts and Hello Kitty collectibles; limited quantities are selling out, so buy now to add to your Michigan sports memorabilia.

The Ark will host a November concert series at its downtown venue, with The Verve Pipe on Nov.

14 ($35), Joshua Radin on Nov. 15 ($40), Mr. B on Nov. 28 ($35), Gemily on Nov. 29 ($18.50/$13.50 children), a Veterans for Peace benefit on Nov. 10 ($24), and a free Making Movies show on Nov. 24 + donations support Food Gatherers.

Dexter Community Schools approved a $53.8 million plan earlier this month to rebuild Creekside Intermediate at 2615 Baker Road into a new grades 7 and 8 middle school with a two-story classroom wing, learning commons, a nearly 400-seat auditorium, and CTE + robotics space; construction is multiyear and awaits state permits.

Michigan's kicking problems continued Saturday at Rutgers when sophomore Trey Butkowski missed two field goals, dropping to 4 of 8 for the season and costing points in a 28-21 win.

Kickoff time is set for Nov. 7 for the Michigan vs. Michigan State rivalry game + special teams will be under scrutiny.

Michigan beat Rutgers 28-21 on Saturday, piling up 427 yards as freshman QB Tommy Carr passed for 266 yards and ran for two touchdowns while the defense gave up several long plays and missed starters.

Kickoff for the Michigan‑Michigan State rivalry game is set for Nov. 7.