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Saturday, November 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Shinola (301 S. Main St.) is partnering with local pop-up sml wrld to sell three matcha flavors at its cafe starting today. The multi-month collaboration will run through winter and aims to bring fresh energy to the space.  MLive
  • Bori Korean Kitchen & Bar opened its doors Nov. 13 at 311 S. Main St. in downtown Ann Arbor on the second floor of Jolly Pumpkin. Mission Restaurant Group manages both businesses, and the restaurant offers Korean dishes, a noraebang for private bookings, and free karaoke use until Nov. 16.  MLive

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Texas-based Related Digital received approval to build Michigan's first hyperscale data center in Saline Township—this project secured a deal with Michigan's largest utility to draw power for over a million homes and is hailed by Gov. Whitmer as the largest one-time state investment. The data center will host servers to meet rising cloud computing and AI demand as construction moves forward.  MLive

HEALTH NEWS

  • The new Kahn Pavilion Hospital at Michigan Medicine will accept patients by the end of the year—this 12-story facility has 264 beds and employs 2,000 staff after construction delays from the pandemic. It will provide intensive care and specialty services in areas such as neuroscience and cardiovascular care.  MLive

SPORTS NEWS

  • Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore said his Wolverines are working to get minor-injury players healthy and ready as they prepare to face Northwestern today at Wrigley Field—he noted that several players remain uncertain and that redshirt decisions and tactical adjustments are guiding the final preparations for game time.  All About Ann Arbor

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Stucchi and The Shepherd

    7:30-9 p.m. — The Ark — Tickets starting at $126 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Stucchi and The Shepherd in Ann Arbor.

    Sun, 11/16/25

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  • Shovels and Rope Live

    7-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $40 — Experience the energetic Charleston duo stirring up Americana sounds with guitars and an eclectic drum kit.

    Tue, 11/18/25

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  • The Ark's Open Stage Night

    8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $3 entry, free for students and Ark members — Perfect your performance skills in a supportive environment with live entertainment.

    Wed, 11/19/25

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  • Great Lake Swimmers Concert

    8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the atmospheric indie-folk sounds of Great Lake Swimmers as they perform tracks from their latest album, 'Caught Light.'

    Thu, 11/20/25

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  • Bluegrass Friday Featuring Pontiac Trail Blazers

    7-10 p.m. — North Star Lounge — $10 cover — Enjoy the unique harmonies and acoustic prowess of the Pontiac Trail Blazers as they perform a mix of traditional bluegrass and unexpected arrangements.

    Fri, 11/21/25

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  • The Verve Pipe Live

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience renowned alternative rock hits from multi-platinum band The Verve Pipe.

    Sat, 11/22/25

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  • Larkn Live Performance

    8-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience Larkn's nature-inspired music journey from Michigan's charm to heartfelt introspection.

    Sun, 11/23/25

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  • Open Mic Night with Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal

    6:30-10 p.m. — North Star Lounge — $5 suggested cover — Share your creativity in a welcoming environment filled with music and stories.

    Wed, 11/26/25

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  • Michigan Barstool Anthems

    6-7:15 p.m. — North Star Lounge — Ticket prices available — Experience the soulful sounds of Michigan with tales of barroom prophets and the grit of up north.

    Sat, 11/29/25

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  • Béla Fleck and The Flecktones Thanksgiving Concert

    4-7 p.m. — Hill Auditorium — Starting at $14 — Experience an unforgettable concert blending bluegrass and jazz from the iconic GRAMMY-winning quartet.

    Sun, 11/30/25

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