Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of September.
Good morning, Ypsilanti.
📰 Economy
Gas prices have risen overnight, with Michigan averaging $4.75 a gallon and a *Shell station* in Metro Detroit charging about $5.04; the spike up from $4.54 yesterday has raised concerns that prices may continue to increase.
Fuel prices climbed sharply with unleaded gas averaging $4.43 last Thursday—up 12 cents since Sept.
14—and diesel hitting record highs. Ypsilanti drivers may face higher fuel costs as recent national shortages point to ongoing supply challenges.
🎓 Education
The Riverside Arts Center in Ypsilanti is hosting free art workshops for K-12 students on Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. through Nov.
28, where students can explore local history and create projects using materials + guided by Ypsilanti artist Nick Azzaro.
🏈 Sports
Michigan football is rebuilding its linebacker room after key players left for the NFL and transfer portal.
In two games, four starters have rotated and transfers Nathaniel Staehling and Aisea Moa have stepped in, with coach Whittingham praising the group’s spring work and growing depth.
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