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The Washtenaw County Conservation District’s (WCCD) Rain Barrels & Supplies sales have returned for 2025. The WCCD offers rain barrels, composters, and related supplies available to the public to purchase for water catchment systems and composting systems. These supplies promote systems that encourage conserving rainwater, reducing home water use, and preventing runoff pollution, and composting … Read more

By Maddi Riemenschneider As a nonprofit, Lori’s Hands bridges the gap between college students and individuals living with chronic illnesses, fostering meaningful relationships. Student volunteers provide practical support, such as grocery shopping and household tasks, while also forming deep, lasting bonds with the clients they serve. Lori’s Hands creates a meaningful impact by enhancing the … Read more

After conquering Everest eight times, Tasi Sherpa found a new peak to climb—building a peaceful life and sharing his culinary heritage at Base Camp Restaurant in Ann Arbor. From the towering peaks of Everest to the bustling streets of Ann Arbor, Tasi Sherpa’s journey is a climb of a different kind—this time, toward a new … Read more

Washtenaw County Commissioner Jason Maciejewski, who represents District 1 in the western portion of the county, provided updates on two major projects: the broadband expansion initiative and the proposed Western Washtenaw Service Center. Broadband Expansion Progressing Ahead of Schedule Maciejewski reported that the county’s broadband expansion project is making rapid progress and is now expected … Read more