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Ann Arbor Planning Commission to review site plans for U-Haul expansion
The Ann Arbor Planning Commission will consider site plans Tuesday evening for expansions to the U-Haul at 3655 S. State St. Samantha Keating is petitioning on behalf of Twenty Five SAC, the...
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Ann Arbor officials postpone vote on reducing speaking times at council...
The Ann Arbor City Council postponed taking action Monday night on proposed changes to council rules that would limit public speaking times to two minutes. Ann Arbor resident Tom Partridge, who spoke...
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Buffalo Wild Wings will open in ex-Damon's Grill in Ann Arbor
A new Buffalo Wild Wings franchise will take the place of the Damon’s Grill that closed in February at 3150 Boardwalk Dr. in Ann Arbor. Mallory McLellan, a spokeswoman for franchisee JK&T Wings,...
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Joint committee formed to hash out Ann Arbor DDA tax capture issues
Ann Arbor officials have formed a special joint committee of the City Council and Downtown Development Authority to hash out issues surrounding the DDA's tax captures. By a 9-0 vote Monday night, the...
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Rezoning approved for condos on former Greek church property on Main Street
A rendering of the proposed Kerrytown condo project showing a closeup of the facade.Rendering by Robert LatskoPlans to redevelop the former Greek church property on North Main Street moved another...
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Ann Arbor hiring outside consultant to facilitate downtown zoning review
A review of Ann Arbor's downtown zoning is getting ready to shift into high gear with an Oct. 1 deadline for completing the review looming. City Council Member Sabra Briere, who also serves on the...
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South U could follow Main Street's lead to form new Business Improvement Zone
The scene outside Good Time Charley's on a recent afternoon on South University Avenue in downtown Ann Arbor.Ryan J. Stanton | AnnArbor.comA new Business Improvement Zone — also known as a BIZ — is in...
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Pedestrian-friendly changes to hotel plan win over Ann Arbor planning...
A rendering of the proposed Hampton Inn on Jackson Avenue in Ann Arbor. Giffels WebsterThe Ann Arbor Planning Commission OK'd plans for a new hotel on Jackson Avenue Tuesday night, thanking the...
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Downtown beat cops: Ann Arbor DDA considering options for funding increased...
Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority officials haven't yet reached a decision whether they'll help the city pay for new police officers in the downtown. The idea of funding downtown "beat cops"...
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Ann Arbor DDA agrees to help fund start-up of South U improvement zone
Ann Arbor DDA officials say increased activity on South University Avenue, in large part due to new high-rise apartments in the area, is one reason why forming a Business Improvement Zone to address...
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Bill's Beer Garden's expanded hours begin this week
Customers order beer during the 2013 season opening of Bill's Beer Garden in downtown Ann Arbor. Joseph Tobianski | AnnArbor.com file photoWant to party like Darren Criss and Mario Batali? Starting...
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Fairy tale ending: Ann Arbor DDA bids farewell to 2 board members
Longtime DDA board member Leah Gunn stands outside the DDA offices on Fifth Avenue last summer.Ryan J. Stanton | AnnArbor.comAfter more than two decades on the Ann Arbor Downtown Development...
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Workshop on marketing through 'viral videos,' and more
Datebook is your source for information about important business events going on in the greater Ann Arbor area. FEATURED EVENT: • Wednesday: E-Marketing: Viral Video Theater. 6-9 p.m. Washtenaw...
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Paul Davis Restoration presents donation to Washtenaw chapter of the...
Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of Washtenaw County in early June donated funds raised during a year-long campaign to benefit the American Red Cross, Washtenaw-Lenawee Chapter. A presentation...
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People & achievements in the greater Ann Arbor area, including the Early...
Dave Dugger From new hires and promotions to industry awards, here's a roundup of achievements by businesses and individuals in the greater Ann Arbor area: • David Dugger, director of The Early...
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New and old food vendors to serve up variety of tastes at annual Ann Arbor...
Ann Guttman (left) watches as daughter Emy Guttman scoops caramel corn for a customer at the Sugar Shack. Ann has been selling concessions at Top of the Park for 28 years.Daniel Brenner |...
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Ann Arbor DDA launches $200K initiative to develop streetscape plan for...
The Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority believes an enjoyable pedestrian experience is one of downtown's principal attractions and a necessary element in its social and economic life. Building on...
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Mimi's Bridal Boutique in Ann Arbor gets a new look after 12 years in business
Bridal specialist Najla Khaldi holds a designer gown in the newly renovated Mimi's Bridal Boutique.Angela Smith | For AnnArbor.com "Say Yes to the Dress," "I Found the Gown," "Something Borrowed,...
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Long-vacant commercial space on Washtenaw Avenue in Ypsilanti to be renovated
An Ypsilanti landlord is hoping to breathe new life into the former Sunshine Grocery on Washtenaw Avenue. The building has sat vacant for around two years. Site plans to renovate the space at 1510...
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During a discussion on funding beat cops in downtown Ann Arbor, Downtown Development Authority leaders jokingly suggested this week they'd consider hiring RoboCop. While fictional robotic law...
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