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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor is demolishing deteriorated buildings at 415 W. Washington St. to make way for potential new housing and a pedestrian/cyclist trail, preserving a site-known chimneyswift roosting spot. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Freezing rain in southern Michigan, including Jackson and Ann Arbor, has caused icy roads and numerous crashes, prompting a travel caution. MLive
- ➤ A Jackson man was found deceased in his truck submerged in a Washtenaw County pond, with investigations continuing into the cause of the incident. All About Ann Arbor
- ➤ A crash near Chelsea led to the closure of all westbound lanes on I-94 at exit 157 in Sylvan Township, as reported by the Michigan Department of Transportation. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Zachary Champine Kratz, a former worker with autistic children, admits to possessing child sexually abusive material, facing up to 20 years in prison. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Washtenaw County saw 73 home transactions with a median sale of a 1,728 sq ft house in Ypsilanti for $345,000 from Dec. 16 to Dec. 22. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three University of Michigan students were recognized on Forbes' 2025 '30 Under 30' list for developing MeetYourClass, an app connecting incoming college students to potential friends and roommates, now used by 450,000 students across 1,000 colleges. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for Washtenaw County, warning of mixed precipitation and advising caution for Monday evening commuters. MLive
- ➤ A University of Michigan study found that cross-country travel for football games significantly increased the carbon emissions for Big Ten teams. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsfield Township's administrative building closed early due to a ruptured pipe in the sprinkler system, with repairs expected to complete before the New Year. MLive
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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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Concert by On Tap in Ann Arbor
On Tap will perform live at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor.
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