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Google is giving $250K to the Huron River Watershed Council to expand its Rain Catchers Program, which will use stormwater to help manage water near a planned data center in Van Buren Township (using water from local sources).

The grant supports green infrastructure projects to protect flood-prone areas.

Eastern Michigan University’s Baja Racing Club will race at the Baja SAE New York event from June 11–14 after a send off event on Tuesday, June 9, at the Jack E.

Roush Automotive Lab in Sill Hall near Ann Arbor. The engineering team will join over 100 teams at the competition.

Hundreds of teachers, families and advocates rallied outside Ann Arbor Public Schools’ administrative building (June 3) to demand a new contract amid a six-month stalemate over pay and conditions, and state mediator talks are scheduled for June 15 as the district finalizes its budget.

A $16 billion hyperscale data center campus in Saline Township has boosted local jobs as Gov. Whitmer praised its potential — while Rep. Tlaib sharply criticized her support, sparking mixed reactions among local residents.

On a recent podcast, sports analysts debated moving the Michigan-Ohio State game to October if the playoff expands — a change that could boost rivalry excitement and player health.

The discussion shows that college football traditions are evolving in our region.

Former NFL safety Eric Weddle attended Michigan’s spring practice in Ann Arbor with his son and said quarterback Bryce Underwood still needs improvement to compete at a championship level.

Weddle added that if Underwood's performance does not improve soon, coach Kyle Whittingham may switch the starter — emphasizing a need for development.

Summer Beer Festival 2026

— All Day — Riverside Park — Tickets required — Sample hundreds of fresh, local Michigan beers from top breweries while enjoying live music.

K-Pop Hunters Dance Camp

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Eberbach Cultural Arts Center — Cost not specified — Dance, craft, and play like K-Pop stars at this fun-filled camp for ages 5-8.