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Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alpha House East, a new temporary shelter for families facing homelessness, has opened on the Trinity Health Ann Arbor campus in a renovated former nursing home. Trinity Health leased the building to Alpha House for $1 a year while the project received $1.7 million in public funding for renovations and improvements. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Auto Law’s 2024 report showed that the North Hamilton and Washtenaw intersection in Ypsilanti was the county’s most dangerous spot with 132 crashes and seven injuries, marking its first time on the list—State Street and Ellsworth Road roundabout, which borders Ann Arbor and Pittsfield Township, ranked second with crashes dropping from 126 to 85 and five injuries recorded in both years. ClickOnDetroit.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JD’s Stage Bistro is under construction at 117 1/2 S. Main Street in Chelsea—Tannin Property Group and actor Jeff Daniels are building this new music venue and restaurant that will seat 100 and feature a wood-fired pizza oven, cocktail bar, patio and private event spaces, with an opening planned for spring. MLive
- ➤ The Michigan mall developer Taubman Centers, which built Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor and other centers, sold its last 22 shopping centers to Simon Property Group and will close its Bloomfield Hills headquarters. The company will lay off 105 workers beginning Jan 9—an action following its sale of 80% of its assets in 2020. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Rogers, the Michigan Theater organist known for his music and kind personality, died November 13 at his home in Fenton from a heart issue. A memorial concert is scheduled for December 4 to honor his legacy (including his famous dad jokes) and support his wish that donations be made to help the theater. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials in Ypsilanti are considering a proposal to create a social district in Depot Town that would let people drink outdoors in marked common areas with rules such as limiting drink cups to non-glass sizes and operating hours from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.—the plan would let seven licensed businesses apply for permits, but a vote on it was postponed on November 18. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Patients and families at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor enjoyed a mini-Thanksgiving parade on Tuesday as Santa Claus led a procession around the 12th floor. The parade included Detroit Tigers mascot Paws, hospital mascot Motty, and therapy dog Barney, and donations for the Mott Toy Store remain open until Dec. 12. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore dismissed trap game remarks ahead of the team’s Nov. 22 contest at SECU Stadium in College Park—he said Maryland is a strong opponent and his team is focused on playing hard—and noted the team’s youth with praise for quarterback Bryce Underwood and kicker Dominic Zvada. All About Ann Arbor
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Women's Basketball: Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Michigan Wolverines
1-4 p.m. — Crisler Center — VIP ticket options available — Experience an exciting college basketball matchup between the Chippewas and Wolverines.
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Dom Flemons Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the rich tapestry of folk music with multi-talented artist Dom Flemons, a key figure in the black country music scene.
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The RFD Boys Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Ark — $16.00, $15 for students, seniors, and Ark members — Enjoy a lively bluegrass performance by the legendary RFD Boys with humor and impressive musicianship.
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Jon McLaughlin & Friends: Home for the Holidays
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Ark — $40.00 — Celebrate the holiday season with a night of music and stories from Jon McLaughlin and special guests.
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