Friday, June 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Ypsilanti. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ During yesterday's preliminary hearing, Keyvonte Clark—charged with the murder of local mother Jessica Bedford—faced graphic testimony when his former girlfriend took the stand. FOX 2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Depot Town in Ypsilanti hosts Ypsi Pride from 5 to 10 p.m. with family activities until 7:30 p.m. — later this weekend, Ann Arbor will hold an African American Downtown Festival on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., a Black Film Festival showing 28 films from Friday to Sunday, and a Ya’ssoo Greek Festival offering food and dance. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Planet Fitness in Michigan is offering free gym access from Thursday, June 5 through Sunday, June 8—providing a safe indoor alternative as wildfire smoke from Canada forces the state under an air quality advisory. FOX 2
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Sweet Dreams Art Night
7-9 p.m. — Tipsy Ypsi - Paint and Pour — Check the website for pricing — Create a masterpiece in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with friends.
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Ypsilanti 4th of July Parade
11:00 a.m. — Depot Town — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with Michigan's longest-running parade full of community spirit and fun.
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Paradise Falls Painting Event
6-9 p.m. — Tipsy Ypsi - Paint and Pour — Check website for pricing — Create your own masterpiece in a fun, social environment.
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