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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor has allocated $150,000 to contract Target Facility Management LLC for sidewalk and crosswalk snow removal in downtown and other locations to enhance pedestrian safety this winter. MLive
- ➤ Leanne Smith, the senior editor of The Ann Arbor News, is retiring after a 40-year career in journalism. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An Ann Arbor resident suffered minor burns when his electric longboard's lithium-ion battery unexpectedly ignited inside his home, prompting safety warnings from fire officials. WXYZ
- ➤ A lithium-ion battery malfunction caused an electric scooter to catch fire in an Ann Arbor home, alerting the resident with smoke detectors. MLive
- ➤ A railroad intersection control cabinet was damaged in a crash in Ann Arbor, causing an intersection shutdown with repairs expected to last several weeks. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Twelve years after Eastern Michigan University student Julia Niswender was found murdered, her family continues to seek justice amid challenges with the police investigation. WXYZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor's Huron High School auto tech students received a salvaged Ford F-150 for hands-on repair education, donated by Meemic Insurance. MLive
- ➤ The University of Michigan, its president, and the Board of Regents are sued for allegedly infringing on the rights of students and alumni advocating for Palestinian human rights. MLive
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rayshaun Benny, a Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman who missed last year's championship due to an injury, looks forward to playing against Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl as a significant opportunity. MLive
- ➤ Davis Warren, a former leukemia survivor and walk-on quarterback for Michigan, aimed to lead the Wolverines to national triumph despite a challenging season. MLive
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Relaxing Sunday Yoga Class with Mead and Cider at Bløm
A welcoming, all-levels yoga class in a cozy setting, complete with the option to enjoy mead or cider afterward.
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Free Live Trivia at Bløm in Kerrytown
Enjoy two hours of free live trivia games at Bløm Mead + Cider, featuring gift card prizes and a welcoming atmosphere for all group sizes.
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Yoga and Refreshments at Bløm in Ann Arbor
This all-levels yoga class combines stretching, mobility, and strength with the option to enjoy mead or cider post-session.
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Grand New Year's Eve Celebration at Weber's Boutique Hotel
The event features deluxe hotel accommodations, evening entertainment with dancing and a DJ, a champagne welcome reception, and a New Year's brunch.
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Monthly Meeting of the Materials Management Planning Committee
The Materials Management Planning Committee holds a monthly meeting to discuss planning and management related to materials in the Washtenaw County area.
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Playground Concert at The Blind Pig
Playground will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor, offering a night of music in a popular local venue.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Experience a captivating candlelight concert showcasing the beloved music of Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet at the First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor.
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Frosty Freestyle & Krazy Klassic Cross Country Ski Race 2025
This cross-country ski race event features multiple competitive categories including 15km and 5km races, taking place in Huron Meadows Metropark.
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G. Love and Special Sauce Live in Concert
G. Love and Special Sauce will perform an electrifying concert featuring a mix of blues, hip-hop, and modern pop, accompanied by a special VIP pre-show experience.
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Faceless Concert at The Blind Pig
Faceless will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor, providing an evening of music.
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