Good morning, Ypsilanti.

Lawrielle West became the museum’s first full-time director in August and now leads the African American Cultural and Historical Museum from its new location in a renovated farmhouse on Lohr Road in Pittsfield Township to share local Black history and stories.

The museum is showing a solo exhibit by Ypsilanti artist Lauren McHale Mills through Dec. 13 and will launch a permanent, rotating exhibit on Washtenaw County in December—providing a space for community events.

A new bill would prohibit Michigan minors from buying diet and muscle growth supplements like creatine and green tea extract, with retailers required to verify age—facing fines up to $1,000 per violation—to protect youth from unsafe products.

The legislation awaits House committee review and may restrict more products based on guidelines set by the Board of Pharmacy.

Corewell Health experts advise that sleep, mindful eating, and even short breaks for movement can ease holiday stress as the busy season begins.

They suggest a dark, cool bedroom and savoring each bite—using stairs or dancing can offer quick exercise—to help manage mood and energy.

Local fans can cast votes for predictions in upcoming regional title games featuring high school football matchups between Saline vs Detroit Cass Tech and Dexter vs Gibraltar Carlson.

Saline celebrated a district championship on November 7—after defeating Woodhaven in a Division 1 game—before moving on to the next round.

Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore said that nine freshmen have already burned their redshirt — two more are close to the four-game threshold as the team prepares for its final three matches, showing a heavy reliance on new talent this season.

Northwestern coach David Braun said Michigan's new quarterback Bryce Underwood is very scary when he runs with the ball — making him a tough player to stop.

He added that key defenders like Jaishawn Barham and Derrick Moore will be important as the teams get ready for Saturday’s game at Wrigley Field.

Understanding Relationships Workshop

3 PM — Coachville — Free entry — Empower teens with vital tools to avoid violence and understand healthy relationships.

Silent Book Club Meetup

4-6 p.m. — Bløm Mead + Cider — N/A options available — Enjoy a quiet reading hour with fellow introverts over cider or mead.

Caregiver Lunch and Learn: Building Foundations of Caregiving. Respite Care Provided.

All those helping support a friend or family member with dementia are invited to join Silver Club Memory Programs at Brown Chapel AME Church on Thursday, December 4th, 1-3:30 PM for a free Caregiver Lunch and Learn on Building Foundations of Caregiving – featuring free caregiver support, lunch, education, discussion, and onsite respite care! Contact [email protected] or call 734-217-4557 for more information.