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Ann Arbor area shows modest job growth in March and big gains from 2012
Washtenaw County's unemployment rate fell in March as the area continues replacing jobs lost since the area's previous jobs peak in 2002.Washtenaw County economic outlookThe Ann Arbor area continued...
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U-M alumni plan to open craft beer bar near campus in June
World of Beer plans to open this summer in the Landmark student high-rise on South University. A World of Beer location in Florida is pictured above.Courtesy photoUniversity of Michigan alumni Steve...
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Ann Arbor DDA's 'bike house' in Maynard Parking Structure set to open for...
A new "bike house" under construction in the Maynard Parking Structure Monday in downtown Ann Arbor. This week, 37 bike racks will be installed. Amy Biolchini | AnnArbor.com A new 37-space "bike...
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Officials: Ypsilanti's ex-Smith Furniture building owner disregards city...
Ypsilanti's Building and Safety department staff hired a structural engineer to review the "structural integrity" of the former Smith Furniture building at 15 S. Washington.Tom Perkins | For...
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Washtenaw Avenue auto shop accused of dumping suspected gasoline into sewer
Employees at Auto One on Washtenaw Avenue are suspected of dumping gasoline into the sewer system. Tom Perkins | For AnnArbor.com Officials say an Ypsilanti Township business owner could face criminal...
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Dundee Cabela's set to reopen this week after fire
Outdoors enthusiasts of southeast Michigan, rejoice: Cabela’s in Dundee reopens Friday afternoon.Cabela's is scheduled to reopen Friday afternoon.Mlive.com The store has been closed since Wednesday,...
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Dave Brandon debunks top myths about Michigan's athletic department
University of Michigan Students enter Michigan Stadium to view the season opener against Alabama. Daniel Brenner I AnnArbor.com file photo Athletic director Dave Brandon knows a lot of people believe...
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Stewart Brannen, Ann Arbor SPARK CEO Podcast
Stewart Brannen, Cleary University's Faculty Chair of Entrepreneurship and Leadership Ann Arbor SPARK CEO Podcasts: Conversations on Economic Opportunity capture the flavor of my one-on-one...
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Physical book sales steady in 2012 led by strong fiction and children's book...
As one of America’s most well-read cities and the birthplace of an out-of-business big-box bookstore, Ann Arbor has a special connection to book world. The opening of a new independent bookseller...
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Renovations underway at Ypsilanti McDonald's
The McDonald’s on Ecorse Road in Ypsilanti is undergoing renovations that will include adding a second ordering board and constructing a stone facade. The renovations come a few months after receiving...
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Leading HR When It's Not Your Day Job, and more
Datebook is your source for information about important business events going on in the greater Ann Arbor area. • Today: Leading HR When It's Not Your Day Job. 9-11 a.m. SPARK Central, 330 E. Liberty,...
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Pittsfield Township officials welcome residents to open house
The fifth annual Pittsfield Open House, called Passport-2-Pittsfield, took place on Sunday, April 21. Employees of Pittsfield Township volunteered their time to greet visitors and act as tour guides...
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People & achievements in the greater Ann Arbor area, including Lycera and...
Bruce A. Goldsmith From new hires and promotions to industry awards, here’s a roundup of achievements by businesses and individuals in the greater Ann Arbor area: • Lycera Corp., an Ann Arbor-based...
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Walgreens signs 20-year lease to open store on Ann Arbor's South State
A proposal submitted to Ann Arbor's Historic District Commission in November requested the installation of Walgreens signs at 317 S. State St.City of Ann ArborAgree Realty and retail pharmacy giant...
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Top 5 ways not driving to work can make a difference in Ann Arbor
From left, Dylan Goings, Andy Fowler and Flavio DaCosta make their way down South University as they commute together Wednesday for the first day of the getDowntown Commuter Challenge.Melanie Maxwell...
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Ann Arbor biochemical startup closes 7-figure funding round
The study of metabolomics flies under the radar for most Americans, but the field is attracting top minds and millions of dollars. Researchers attempting to “map” human tissue to find benchmark...
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Dexter school bus drivers and monitors create new union
Dexter school bus drivers and monitors have formed a new union. The 36 members ousted their old union, the AFL-CIO affiliated International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324 of Bloomfield Hills,...
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Nearly 80 tires illegally dumped on Midas auto repair property in Ypsilanti
More than 80 tires were illegally dumped on the Midas property in Ypsilanti. This photo, taken on May 2, shows some of the dumped tires.Katrease Stafford | AnnArbor.com About 80 tires were illegally...
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Tios Mexican Cafe has Liberty Street block party on tap for Cinco de Mayo
Ann Arborites show up in force to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Tios Mexican Cafe is betting that the local enthusiasm for holidays with a reputation of increased imbibing will spill over to its new...
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Amer's Deli closing in Michigan Union after 19 years of business
After nearly 20 years in the Michigan Union, Amer’s Mediterranean Deli will close its doors for good Saturday, May 4. According to a report in the Michigan Daily, an anonymous Facebook campaign that...
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