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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Ypsilanti. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Washtenaw County provides warming centers, overnight shelters, and 'winter havens' for residents seeking refuge from the cold through April. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Homicides in Washtenaw County dropped from 23 in 2023 to 10 in 2024, indicating a significant reduction in violence. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan's minimum wage is set to rise twice in 2025, starting with a 23-cent increase on January 1, leading up to more than $12 per hour by February 2025. MLive
- ➤ Washtenaw County welcomed diverse new businesses in 2024, including eateries offering Himalayan cuisine, Detroit-style pizza, and plant-based versions of Coney Island favorites. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ypsilanti Historic District Commission will hold a regular, hybrid meeting on January 14, 2025, at 7 PM, accessible both in-person and virtually. City of Ypsilanti
TRAVEL NEWS
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Live Music by Dead Honey Collective at Mash Bar
The Dead Honey Collective will perform live from 8:00 PM to midnight at Mash Bar in Ypsilanti, offering a free entry event rooted in collaboration and music.
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Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Buffalo Bulls - College Basketball Matchup
This event features a college basketball game between the Eastern Michigan Eagles and the Buffalo Bulls at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti.
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