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Longform The University of Michigan Synthetic Biology Team. Sustainability

U-M student project proposes solution for cleaning up Ann Arbor's Gelman dioxane plume

Elinor EppersonWednesday, February 19, 2025
In a project dubbed Bioxane, students tested bacteria to see if they could break down 1,4-dioxane, the contaminant present in the plume.
Longform EMU organic chemistry professor Dr. Cory Email in EMU's fermentation lab. Kids and Education

EMU fermentation science program prepares students for careers in brewing, food science, and more

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, February 19, 2025
With a strong emphasis on translatable skills and real-world application, EMU’s program has become a standout in fermentation education.
Partner Content University Bank Customer Service Representative Kiara Ellington, Customer Service Supervisor Jori Knight, and Senior Customer Service Representative Jeremiah Muhammed. Entrepreneurship

Small business 101: How to manage debt best for your business' success

Alix PlummerWednesday, February 19, 2025
Accruing debt is part of managing both personal and business finances. However, it is important to understand the best ways to manage debt and the pitfalls to avoid when seeking debt for your business.
Feature Story John Counts, author of "Bear County, Michigan." Arts and Culture

Former Ann Arbor journalist explores darkness, beauty of northern Michigan in short story anthology

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, February 19, 2025
John Counts' book, "Bear County, Michigan," blends elements of crime, folklore, and personal experience, drawing inspiration from Counts' time as a police reporter in Manistee.
Innovation News Bonnie Billups Jr., Lakesha Williams, and Latricia Juide in the HUB Community Center food pantry. Healthy Communities

Ypsi Township nonprofit opens food pantry at new community center, with more services to come

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, February 19, 2025
After two and a half years of planning and development, the nonprofit Peace Neighborhood Center’s HUB Community Center is beginning to serve the surrounding neighborhood with a twice-weekly food pantry. 
Innovation News U-M assistant professor Jovan Kamcev places a filter membrane between two electrodes, which measure how well the membrane conducts electricity. This helps his team predict how well it can purify water. Technology and Innovation

U-M researchers develop cheaper, easier method to make seawater safe to drink

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, February 19, 2025
The technology efficiently removes boron, a natural component of seawater that exists as boric acid, from water without using costly chemicals. 
Innovation News WCC students on campus. Kids and Education

WCC's STEAM Week offers scholarships, resources for students considering STEAM careers

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, February 19, 2025
Washtenaw Community College is inviting high students and all community members to learn more about science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) careeers during its STEAM Week on Feb. 25-27. 
Feature Story Culinary students in Zaman International's training kitchen Second Wave - Michigan

In the kitchen with Kim: Immigrants, refugees and other women find a path and purpose at ZamanNonprofit Journal Project

Amy KurasTuesday, February 18, 2025
Developing self-confidence and culinary skills are key to Zaman International's culinary program for women who are immigrants or refugees or face other barriers to employment.
Feature Story Shiawassee Basin Preserve Second Wave - Michigan

Springfield Twp. Parks and Recreation collaborates with Oakland County to preserve natural assetsNonprofit Journal Project Feature

Sarah SpohnSaturday, February 15, 2025
“Once those ecosystems are lost, they can’t be recreated,” says Sarah Richmond of Springfield Township Parks and Recreation. The township collaborates with Oakland County Parks on projects to steward land in northern Oakland County.  
Longform Center for Sustainable Systems grad students Molly Russell and Paige Greenberg with Associate Director Shoshannah Lenski. Sustainability

Big House, big environmental impact: How U-M is reimagining sustainability at Michigan Stadium

Sarah RiggWednesday, February 12, 2025
The university has been successfully working toward achieving zero waste at Michigan Stadium, while a recent university study considered the environmental impact of the Big 10's expansion.
Longform Children from the Early Head Start program at Beatty Early Learning Center. Kids and Education

"Preschool for all" push results in higher enrollment and more classrooms in Ypsi schools

Sarah RiggWednesday, February 12, 2025
Preschool enrollment in Washtenaw County rose 15% this school year, with most of that growth coming from the Ypsi area.
Partner Content Puffer Reds owner Eric Williams has seen a significant boost in sales since creating an online store for his Ypsilanti-based business. Entrepreneurship

Small business 101: How to use e-commerce to help your business succeed

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, February 12, 2025
For many entrepreneurs, selling online is not only good business, but necessary business. 
Feature Story A performance of asses.masses. Arts and Culture

asses.masses brings nearly 8-hour interactive amalgam of theater and video game to Ann Arbor

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, February 12, 2025
Co-creator Milton Lim describes asses.masses as an "epic about a herd of donkeys that are trying to get their jobs back."
Innovation News Ann Arbor logo Sustainability

Ann Arbor announces discounts and rebates for electric lawn care gear

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, February 12, 2025
The goal is to help lower the cost of transitioning from gas to electric lawn care equipment in accordance with a new Ann Arbor ordinance that will prohibit gas-powered leaf blowers in 2028.
Innovation News Participants in the 2022 SummerWorks program. Kids and Education

Summer employment program for Washtenaw County youth returns for 10th year

Clifton Kirkman IIWednesday, February 12, 2025
The SummerWorks program, which offers paid internships for people ages 16-24, is seeking local employers to host interns this summer.
Innovation News A flyer for the "Stepping Stones to Food Entrepreneurship" series. Entrepreneurship

Ypsi nonprofit to host free series on food entrepreneurship

Sarah RiggWednesday, February 12, 2025
The hybrid in-person and virtual series will run from 5-7 p.m. on the second or third Wednesday of each month through July. 
Innovation News Attendees at the inaugural National Farm Stop Conference, held last year in Ann Arbor. Entrepreneurship

National farm stop conference returns to Ann Arbor for second year

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, February 12, 2025
Local food leaders from across the U.S. will gather at Washtenaw Community College from March 2-4 for a conference exploring the rapid growth and future of the innovative "farm stop" retail model.
Feature Story Program leader for GiGi's Kitchen gives directions to participants to prepare food and teach the importance of health and wellness Second Wave - Michigan

Volunteers provide all-ages support to people with Down syndromeNonprofit Journal Project

Leo V. KaplanThursday, February 6, 2025
Volunteers do “all of the magic” at GiGi’s Playhouse, an achievement center with developmental and recreational programs for people with Down syndrome.
Feature Story A vendor at the 2024 Ann Arbor Fiber Arts Expo. Arts and Culture

Quilting, weaving, and other fiber arts take the spotlight in upcoming Ann Arbor expo

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, February 5, 2025
The Ann Arbor District Library will host its third annual Ann Arbor Fiber Arts Expo on Feb. 9, featuring live demos, presentations, and hands-on activities.
Innovation News Feed the Need's sensory trailer. Healthy Communities

Ypsi organization creates calming mobile environment for people with special needs

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, February 5, 2025
The Ypsilanti-based nonprofit Feed the Need Sensory Zone recently launched Michigan's first and only sensory trailer, a mobile retreat designed to create a calm environment for people with special needs.
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