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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Ypsilanti. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 22, three business break-ins occurred downtown between 12 a.m. and 7 a.m. and a separate incident from May 5 is under investigation by the Ypsilanti Police Department—officials urge anyone with information to contact the Detective Bureau. City of Ypsilanti
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal officials ordered Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal plant to remain operational through August 21 despite plans to shut it down in June, citing potential grid shortfalls during high summer demand. Local government representatives and environmental groups criticized the move as unwarranted intervention—pointing to concerns over grid reliability and environmental impact. MLive
TRAVEL NEWS
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Blue Hues Big Band & Depot Town Big Band Concert
5-7:30 p.m. — Ypsilanti Performance Space — Check website for ticket pricing — Experience the vibrant sounds of two incredible big bands in an unforgettable evening of music.
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Black Birders Week Extravaganza
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Erickson Elementary School — Free entry — Celebrate Black Birders Week with activities involving the local birding community in outdoor fun.
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Elephant Den Live Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Ziggy's — Tickets required — Experience a wild night of music featuring Elephant Den with special guests Andrew Wooten and Sock Jock.
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~ Tim Ferriss
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