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Ypsilanti
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Ypsilanti. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Culver’s began construction at 1410 S. Huron St in Ypsilanti Township after final planning commission approval + soil work and grading are underway as the fast-food chain plans to open later this year near the ALDI store. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) will ban cellphones during class by next fall per a new state law, and the board is waiting for the superintendent’s report on the best policy. The district is considering measures like pocket pouches while weighing costs for nearly 17,000 students. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Norvell Township opposed American Aggregates’ proposed 600-acre gravel mine near Watkins Lake State Park on Feb. 17, citing noise, traffic, and environmental risks (including impacts on wildlife and water) at a board meeting. The township will review the study before a public hearing is scheduled. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sacramento State will join the MAC as a football-only member on July 1 for a five-year term, expanding the conference to include a team from California. The move will increase travel for local teams such as Central Michigan + Eastern and Western Michigan. MLive
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Paledave Live Performance
6:30-7:45 p.m. — North Star Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the rock-infused tunes of Ypsilanti's own Paledave in an intimate setting.
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2026 Michigan Taekwondo State Championship
8 AM – 8 PM — Lincoln Athletic Building — $15 online or $20 at the door — Witness thrilling taekwondo action at the Michigan AAU State Championship.
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