Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
Good morning, Ypsilanti.
🎭 Culture
Dzanc House, a nonprofit arts and crafts and writing center at 402 S.
Huron St., received a cease-and-desist letter for operating illegally but city officials have suspended enforcement—if it applies for a zoning amendment so it can continue offering workshops, exhibits, and readings. Supporters at a recent city council meeting expressed relief as the center remains a key community resource.
🏛️ Government
After a 43-day government shutdown ended, millions received SNAP benefits but some residents still did not get their payments.
Jack Willard—who has a long-term brain injury—said he faced repeated automated calls and was promised food stamps by 11:00 p.m. along with help resolving his Medicaid issues.
🏥 Health
State Rep. Erin Byrnes proposed a bill that will ban the sale of certain weight loss products and muscle-building supplements to minors in Michigan— the Council for Responsible Nutrition criticized the move, saying existing FDA regulations already protect consumers.
The proposal still awaits a hearing and a vote on the House floor.
🎉 Ypsilanti Events
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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.
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