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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Ypsilanti. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A firm from Chicago plans large-scale solar projects in rural Washtenaw County while officials in Saline and Bridgewater townships consider zoning changes to boost local control as new state rules ease renewable energy approvals — a recent poll of 35 readers showed 23 in favor and others raised concerns about land use and environmental impact. Local opinions remain mixed as community members weigh the benefits of renewable energy against possible changes to the rural landscape. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sheetz gained final approval to build a new store in Ypsilanti Township after the board voted unanimously on April 15—this 6,139-square-foot project is expected to cost about $10 million and include eight gas pumps, EV charging stations, made-to-order food options, and grocery aisles—and will hire 35 full-time employees. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Travelers using state-issued IDs must update them to Real ID by May 7 to board U.S. flights—those with non-compliant IDs may face delays and extra screening at checkpoints. Michigan residents who need to update their IDs can schedule an appointment at a Secretary of State office with the proper documents to renew for free during renewal or pay a fee otherwise. MLive
- ➤ Residents made emotional pleas to county officials at a crowded meeting on Wednesday night as they urged protection for immigrants after Homeland Security demanded details on the county ID program and I-9 records on April 10. County commissioners voted to instruct legal counsel to respond to the subpoena—residents voiced fears that immigration enforcement may target vulnerable groups. MLive
- ➤ At the April 15 City Council meeting, Ypsilanti officials approved $100,000 in seed funding for the RxKids program, which will give pregnant mothers a $1500 check during pregnancy and $500 monthly for 6 to 12 months after their baby is born — the city expects that showing support will attract private donors to help meet the full funding needs for about 200 babies each year. Parents can enroll during pregnancy or shortly after the baby is born. MLive
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