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In this file photo, Taveris Young holds a jar of marijuana flower he brought at a Hash Bash event on the University of Michigan Diag in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 3, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News

As 2022 draws to a close, Ann Arbor has a lot to reflect on. RELATED: MLive’s 100 favorite photos that defined Michigan in 2022Scroll down to see 20 of our favorite photos, or check the gallery above to see 40 images from this year. Michigan defeated MSU 7-3.The Ann Arbor NewsVern White - known as the Milan Bike Guy - works on a customer?? Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsA firefighter surveys damage as Pittsfield Township, Ypsilanti Township, Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor firefighters battle an apartment fire at Hamptons of Cloverlane Apartments, 4685 Hunt Club Drive in Pittsfield Township on Monday, July 11, 2022.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsYpsilanti Arbor Prep players celebrate their win after the MHSAA Girls Basketball Division 3 Finals at the Breslin Center in East Lansing on Saturday, March 19, 2022. Ryan SunMike Kabat, owner of Haab’s, poses inside the restaurant, 18 W. Michigan Ave. in Ypsilanti on Thursday, June 23, 2022.

Applie pie at Eat, 407 N. 5th Ave. in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsANN ARBOR, MI -- Even if you’re tired of turkey, stuffed on stuffing or cranky from cranberry sauce, there is always room for pie.

One year ago, the Michigan Wolverines made magic with a blowout win against their biggest rival, Ohio State. But this time, the stakes are higher, and the challenge is even greater because they will have to do something they haven't done since 2000 by beating the Buckeyes in Columbus.

ANN ARBOR, MI -- While every Ann Arbor resident and passers-through may know of Zingerman’s Delicatessen, Fleetwood Diner and Knight’s Steakhouse, the city is also home to plenty of strip-mall gems and hidden hangouts. For a new favorite restaurant off the well-worn path, check out these five great restaurants in Ann Arbor that are hidden gems. in Ann Arbor on Thursday, March 17, 2022.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsIzzy’s Hoagie ShopWhile it may share a strip mall with a tailor shop and a liquor store, Izzy’s Hoagie Shop, 1924 W. Stadium Blvd., is home to one of Ann Arbor’s finest cheesesteak sandwiches. Haifa Falafel, 4585 Washtenaw Ave. in Ann Arbor, is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday. More great places in Ann Arbor:5 great places to pick apples, pumpkins in Ann Arbor5 great places for pumpkin spice sweets in Ann Arbor5 great spots for breakfast in Ann Arbor5 great places to get plain or hard cider in Ann Arbor5 great places to get a sandwich in Ann Arbor5 great places to get soup in Ann Arbor5 great places to get a salad in Ann Arbor5 great walkable coffee shops in downtown Ann Arbor5 great Ann Arbor restaurants to visit before University of Michigan students return5 great places to play trivia (almost) every night of the week in Ann Arbor5 great places for poutine in Ann Arbor5 great places for meals under $10 in Ann Arbor5 great places to try a brew and something new in Ann Arbor5 great places to try chicken wings in Ann Arbor5 great bakeries for doughnuts in Ann Arbor

ANN ARBOR – The rivalry matchup between Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti Lincoln has been selected as the Ann Arbor-area Game of the Week as voted on by readers. So when the two rivals clash on Friday, one of MLive/Ann Arbor News’ photographers will be there to capture all the action.

And because readers chose this matchup as the Game of the Week, subscribers will be able to get the photos from the contest for free. Following the game, subscribers will have access to free downloads of high-resolution photos from the game in addition to half off photo-related merchandise. MORE:Ann Arbor-area football predictions for Week 8: Can Dexter beat Saline for outright SEC-Red title? Highlighting top performers, vote for Ann Arbor-area Football Player of the WeekVote for the Ann Arbor-area Athlete of the Week for Oct. 5-11See the 5 Ann Arbor-area football teams holding down playoff spots after Week 7You vote, we go: Pick Ann Arbor-area Week 8 game we shoot, subscribers get photos for freeNew No. 1 Ann Arbor-area football team; see who’s trending up after Week 7

ANN ARBOR, MI --Pumpkin isn’t just for Thanksgiving — it’s for any time in the fall. While Ann Arbor is home to its fair share of pumpkin spice lattes, there are plenty of other pumpkin spice sweet treats lurking in the city’s eateries. Its pumpkin spice roll features pumpkin spice frosting topped with homemade pumpkin bread bites, cinnadoodle cookie bites and cinnamon sugar. Flavors include pumpkin cheesecake, featuring buttercream with pumpkin cheesecake pieces and pumpkin spice; pumpkin, featuring a pumpkin spiced buttercream; and pumpkin spice latte, featuring a coffee buttercream and pumpkin pie puree. More great places in Ann Arbor:5 great spots for breakfast in Ann Arbor5 great places to get plain or hard cider in Ann Arbor5 great places to get a sandwich in Ann Arbor5 great places to get soup in Ann Arbor5 great places to get a salad in Ann Arbor5 great walkable coffee shops in downtown Ann Arbor5 great Ann Arbor restaurants to visit before University of Michigan students return5 great places to play trivia (almost) every night of the week in Ann Arbor5 great places for poutine in Ann Arbor5 great places for meals under $10 in Ann Arbor5 great places to try a brew and something new in Ann Arbor5 great places to try chicken wings in Ann Arbor5 great bakeries for doughnuts in Ann Arbor

ANN ARBOR – The readers have spoken and the Southeastern Conference Red matchup between Ann Arbor Pioneer and Ypsilanti Lincoln has been selected as the Game of the Week. An MLive/Ann Arbor News photographer will be attending the game on Friday, and because readers chose this matchup as the Game of the Week, subscribers will be able to get the photos from the contest for free.

ANN ARBOR – The Huron League matchup between Milan and Riverview has been chosen as the Ann Arbor-area Game of the Week, voted on by readers. An MLive/Ann Arbor News photographer will be attending the game on Friday, and because readers chose this matchup as the Game of the Week, subscribers will be able to get the photos from the contest for free.

ANN ARBOR, MI -- Autumn colors may be just starting to peek through trees’ greenery, but fall is officially here, and that means it’s time for cider. Ann Arbor offers a variety of both hard and non-alcoholic ciders brewed or milled locally. So whether you’re looking for a fall-inspired happy hour or a kid-friendly pairing for doughnuts, check out these great Ann Arbor places for cider. Blake's cider available at Bakehouse 46, 116 E. Liberty St. in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsBakehouse46Although Bakehouse46, 116 E. Liberty St., serves up coffee and cupcakes, the bakery also features cider and doughnuts from Blake’s Orchard and Cider Mill. More great places in Ann Arbor:5 great places to get a sandwich in Ann Arbor5 great places to get soup in Ann Arbor5 great places to get a salad in Ann Arbor5 great walkable coffee shops in downtown Ann Arbor5 great Ann Arbor restaurants to visit before University of Michigan students return5 great places to play trivia (almost) every night of the week in Ann Arbor5 great places for poutine in Ann Arbor5 great places for meals under $10 in Ann Arbor5 great places to try a brew and something new in Ann Arbor5 great places to try chicken wings in Ann Arbor5 great bakeries for doughnuts in Ann Arbor

ANN ARBOR – An MLive/Ann Arbor News photographer will be attending Friday night’s football game between Ann Arbor Huron and Temperance Bedford the Ann Arbor-area Game of the Week, voted on by readers. Because readers chose this matchup as the Game of the Week, subscribers will be able to get the photos from the contest for free.

ANN ARBOR – An MLive/Ann Arbor News photographer will front and center to catch all the action when Paw Paw travels to take on Ann Arbor Father Gabriel Richard Friday in the Ann Arbor-area Game of the Week, voted on by readers. Like the previous two weeks, subscribers will get the photos from the matchup for free.

The new 9Tail Mocktail served at Miss Kim changes color when lemon juice is added to the drink, transforming it from a dark blue from its butterfly pea tea simple syrup base to a lighter, carbonated shade of purple.Martin Slagter | The Ann Arbor News

The University of Michigan's Solar Car Team revealed Novum, their latest solar vehicle, at the Michigan Theater on Friday, July 7, 2017. The vehicle will be used to compete in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in Australia in October. Hunter Dyke | The Ann Arbor News ANN ARBOR NEWSANN ARBOR NEWS

ANN ARBOR – First conceived in 1960, the Ann Arbor Art Fair has become the highlight of the city’s summer events. Related: Here’s where to eat at the Ann Arbor Art FairAntique cars and a Ferris Wheel at the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair in July 1962. ANN ARBOR NEWSThe Ann Arbor South University Art Fair brought eclectic art from around the country July 17, 2015 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Customers walk down Liberty Street during Ann Arbor Art Fair 2021 in Ann Arbor on Thursday, July 15, 2021Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsThomas LeGault, from Plymouth, paints live from his booth on Main Street during Ann Arbor Art Fair 2021 in Ann Arbor on Thursday, July 15, 2021. I go through about 5,000 new spark plugs a year," said Cooley.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor Newsat Ann Arbor Art Fair 2021 in Ann Arbor on Saturday, July 17, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsRead more about the Ann Arbor Art Fair:Childhood memories come to life in clay for this Ann Arbor Art Fair artistMusic is returning to the Ann Arbor Art Fair.

ANN ARBOR – When it comes to the top girls soccer players in the Ann Arbor area, they don’t get any better than these standout athletes. Without further ado, here is the Ann Arbor girls soccer Dream Team for the 2022 season. --Dexter’s Laci Jernigan (5) moves the ball during Dexter’s game against Pioneer at Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor on Thursday, May 26, 2022.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsLaci Jernigan, Dexter, So. --HONORABLE MENTIONCarlen Baker, Ann Arbor Pioneer, Sr.Monica Behrend, Ann Arbor Greenhills, Sr.Holli Brown, Milan, Sr.Aaliyah Diarra, Ann Arbor Huron, Jr.Erin Dusenbury, Chelsea, Sr.Brianna Ferguson, Ann Arbor Skyline, So. Kaylie Karsch, Ann Arbor Pioneer, Jr.Sylvia Koch, Milan, Jr.Lara Kok, Saline, Sr.Molly Mannor, Chelsea, Sr.Senna Neubauer, Ann Arbor Pioneer, Sr.Ania Pritchett, Ypsilanti Arbor Prep, Sr.Sarah Scaling, Dexter, Jr.Jessica Tai, Ann Arbor Huron, Sr.Fran Telemaco, Ann Arbor Skyline, Sr.Lucy Serlin, Ann Arbor Skyline, So.

The 2022 baseball season was filled with many talented players who provided remarkable memories. Below is MLive’s 2022 Baseball Dream Team for the Metro Detroit area. METRO DETROIT PLAYER OF THE YEAROrchard Lake senior Brock Porter pitches during the Forest Hills Northern game verses Orchard Lake St. Marys for the Division 1 MHSAA varsity baseball semifinals on Friday, June 17, 2022. METRO DETROIT BASEBALL DREAM TEAMOrchard Lake senior Ciaran Caughey waits in the dugout during the Forest Hills Northern game verses Orchard Lake St. Marys for the Division 1 MHSAA varsity baseball semifinals on Friday, June 17, 2022. Orchard Lake St. Mary's won the game, 5-1.

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Five Washtenaw County high school students who use their passions to improve their communities have been named Young Citizens of the Year for 2022. Young Citizen of the Year recognizes Washtenaw County high school students for outstanding achievement in community service activities outside of school-based extracurricular activities. The fund, which to date has awarded $200,000 to more than 200 students, is managed by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation. In a similar tutor role through M2paths, Fraga Albuja has worked with high school juniors on the college process, specifically college essays. Promoting FIRST Robotics and STEM in the Saline community through Saline STEAM Boosters.

Michigan goaltender Erik Portillo (1) will attempt to lead the Wolverines into the Frozen Four with a victory over Quinnipiac. (Jacob Hamilton| MLive.com)The Ann Arbor News

A string of 21 freight cars derailed in 1934 on the Wabash Railroad in Milan. There's a legend that one of the cars was full of chocolate bars.

Hello, Ann Arbor. This past week, two iconic places made the news – Chelsea’s Common Grill and Ann Arbor’s Zingerman’s Deli. The Common Grill, 112 S. Main St., originally was set to close on March 13, after Common, owner of the grill, announced he is retiring. Luca Pastry to open in Ann Arbor with macaron giveawayLuca Pastry is bringing cannoli, pastries and cakes to Ann Arbor with the opening of its newest location this weekend. About “Hello, Ann Arbor”: Each week, we deliver the big headlines straight to your inbox via our Friday 3@3 Ann Arbor newsletter.

Chelsea head coach Mark Moundros speaks with players between quarters during Chelsea’s game against Stockbridge at Chelsea High School on Friday, Jan. 7, 2022.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News

One of the people who had been hostage Saturday at a Texas synagogue is originally from Lansing, Mich.

Dexter Community Schools canceled classes Friday, Jan. 7, due to an excessive absences among staff and students. The district plans to return to in-person instruction Monday, Jan. 10.The Ann Arbor News file photo

A COVID-19 screening station at Holmes Elementary in Ypsilanti on the first day of School in Washtenaw County on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News

“Before Times.”That’s how Martin Slagter, our Ann Arbor News education reporter, said school leaders refer to the period before the pandemic that seemingly has no end in sight. “It just adds to the compounding stress that’s been put on school districts so far this year,” Slagter said. Covering schools in “After Times” is stressful, too. At MLive, we have education beat writers and high school sports writers in the thick of school issues, controversies and protocol every day. “One of the biggest challenges has been trying to balance these kinds of heavy subjects and emotionally charged topics,” Slagter said.

ANN ARBOR, MI — Newly released drawings show three options for bridging Ann Arbor’s future Treeline urban trail across North Main Street near Argo Pond. The Ann Arbor News/MLive obtained the drawings, included in a July report by city consultant SmithGroup, via the Freedom of Information Act this week.

In this file photo from 2012, Independence Lake County Park Superintendent Brian Machemer stands near a lifeguard stand at the park in Webster Township.Melanie Maxwell | The Ann Arbor News

COVID-19 vaccines ready to be distributed during the Washtenaw County teachers clinic in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021. (Alie Skowronski/mlive.com)Alie Skowronski | The Ann Arbor News

Deborah Rutherford, a registered nurse with Michigan Medicine, draws a liquid solution of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine from a vial at a COVID-19 vaccine clinic in the Jack Roth Clubhouse at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News

ANN ARBOR – As the regular season winds down, the stakes continue to rise for Ann Arbor-area high school football teams. Prediction: Saline 35, Dexter 21--FGR's Luka Jurasek (5) punts the ball during a football game at Whitmore Lake High School in Whitmore Lake, on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Prediction: Chelsea 35, St. Joseph 28--Whitmore Lake’s Jackson Medina (80) is yelled at for leaving the field during a football game at Whitmore Lake High School in Whitmore Lake, on Thursday, August 26, 2021. In the end, Whitmore Lake finds a way to hold on to a lead and squeak out the victory. Prediction: Ypsilanti 38, New Standard 14MORE:Week 7 top performers, Ann Arbor-area high school football Player of the Week pollAnn Arbor Public Schools limiting number of spectators for indoor sportsJimmy Williams resigns as Ann Arbor Pioneer head football coachSee which Ann Arbor-area football teams are in playoff position after Week 7

ANN ARBOR – Several lopsided victories by Ann Arbor-area high school football teams last week made things clearer in the power rankings heading into Week 6. --Pioneer's Grant Nelson (4) carries the ball during a football game at Ann Arbor Huron High School, in Ann Arbor, on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.Alyte Katilius | MLive.com10. --Skyline players are introduced before Ann Arbor Skyline's game against Dexter at Skyline High School in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News9. --Huron's Davis Hugan (5) celebrates during a football game at Ann Arbor Huron High School, in Ann Arbor, on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.Alyte Katilius | MLive.com3. MORE:Week 5 top performers, Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week fan pollSee which Ann Arbor-area high schools are best for athletes in 2022See Michigan high school football playoff picture heading into Week 6Michigan Associated Press high school football state rankings after Week 5Top 50 Michigan high school football teams: New-look top 10 heading into Week 6

ANN ARBOR – The standout performances were plentiful from Ann Arbor-area high school football players last week. Several athletes made their presence felt and MLive has taken notice by selecting xx players to be a part of the Ann Arbor-area high school football Player of the Week poll for Week 5. --Bruce Williams, Ann Arbor HuronJuniorWilliams was constantly in the backfield against Monroe as he tallied a team-high 11 tackles and recorded a sack in Huron’s victory. If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters. MORE:Top 100 Michigan public high schools for athletes in 2022Ann Arbor football highlights for Week 5Ann Arbor-area high school football scoreboard for Week 5 (Sept. 24)

YPSILANTI, MI - It’s hard to imagine walking into a home with more history than 220 S. Huron St. in Ypsilanti, where a trip down to the cellar will take you back in time, courtesy of the Wild Turkey Tavern. The basement "Wild Turkey Tavern" modeled after the Eagle Tavern at Greenfield Village at a home for sale at 220 S. Huron St. in Ypsilanti on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsLocated in Ypsilanti’s Historic District, the home is now listed for sale at $675,000, with the Wild Turkey Tavern serving as the undisputed drawing point of the updated historic home. The kitchen at a home for sale at 220 S. Huron St. in Ypsilanti on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News“(It’s) truly a dream home in so many different ways,” Hess said. A parlor room at a home for sale at 220 S. Huron St. in Ypsilanti on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News“This can be a residence or a business,” Hess said. The basement "Wild Turkey Tavern" modeled after the Eagle Tavern at Greenfield Village at a home for sale at 220 S. Huron St. in Ypsilanti on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsThe tavern has been a mainstay in the home for decades.

ANN ARBOR – There were movers and shakers in the Ann Arbor-area high school football power rankings after an action-packed Week 4 slate of games. --Pioneer players walk down the sidelines during a football game at Ann Arbor Huron High School, in Ann Arbor, on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.Alyte Katilius | MLive.com10. --Skyline players are introduced before Ann Arbor Skyline's game against Dexter at Skyline High School in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News8. --Huron's Adam Samaha (3) kicks during a football game at Ann Arbor Huron High School, in Ann Arbor, on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.Alyte Katilius | MLive.com3. MORE:Three Ann Arbor-area football teams ranked in Associated Press poll after Week 4Week 4 top performers, Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week fan pollMichigan Associated Press high school football state rankings through Week 4See which Ann Arbor-area football teams are in playoff position after Week 4

ANN ARBOR – It was another strong week for Ann Arbor-area high school football players in Week 4. Several players had great outings and thanks to their performances on the field last Friday, MLive has selected 12 players for readers to choose between for the Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week. --Skyline's Ismail Abdul-Aziz poses during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsIsmail Abdul-Aziz, Ann Arbor SkylineJuniorAbdul-Aziz rushed for a 5-yard touchdown to help the Eagles defeat Pioneer for the second year in a row. --Pioneer's Jamel Thomas (5) carries the ball during a football game at Ann Arbor Huron High School, in Ann Arbor, on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.Alyte Katilius | MLive.comJamel Thomas, Ann Arbor PioneerSeniorThomas recorded an 80-yard rushing touchdown for the Pioneers in their matchup against Ann Arbor Skyline. MORE:Ann Arbor football highlights from Week 4Michigan high school football scores from Week 4Ann Arbor-area high school football scoreboard for Week 4 (Sept. 17)

ANN ARBOR – We’re already near the halfway point of the Michigan high school football season and several Ann Arbor-area teams have established themselves as the best in the area. --Skyline's Thomas Fry (1) congratulates a teammate during Ann Arbor Skyline's game against Dexter at Skyline High School in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News9. --From left, Milan's Jett Isaacs, Evan Budd, Cole McElvany, Ethan Budd Evan Morelock pose during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News4. --If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters. MORE:First AP high school football rankings of 2021Chelsea football seeking new opponent for Week 4 after cancellationChelsea football No.

ANN ARBOR – There are five high school football teams from the Ann Arbor area that are still unbeaten after two weeks. --FRIDAY, SEPT. 10Ypsilanti's Ashton Jenson poses during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsAdrian (1-1) at Ypsilanti (0-2)Ypsilanti hasn’t looked good defensively allowing 97 total points. Prediction: Monroe 28, Skyline 14--FGR returns to the locker room before their football game at Whitmore Lake High School in Whitmore Lake, on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Prediction: Whitmore Lake 24, Advanced Tech 14--If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters. MORE:Ann Arbor Pioneer JV football coach details claims of racist taunts by Bedford players, probe continuesTop performers, Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week 2 fan pollSee where top teams sit in Ann Arbor-area high school football power rankings

ANN ARBOR – Though the season is still early, the top Ann Arbor-area high school football teams have flexed their muscles in the first two weeks of the 2021 season. --Ypsilanti's Brandon Logwood poses during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News10. --Skyline players are introduced before Ann Arbor Skyline's game against Dexter at Skyline High School in Ann Arbor on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News8. --From left, Milan's Jett Isaacs, Evan Budd, Cole McElvany, Ethan Budd Evan Morelock pose during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News4. --If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters.

ANN ARBOR – There were memorable performances from Ann Arbor-area high school football players in Week 2 and now readers can choose who they believe had the best showing. MLive has picked 11 players who stood out last week that readers can choose from for the Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week. --Chelsea’s Trenton Hill (20) carries the ball during a football game at Chelsea High School in Chelsea, on Friday, August 27, 2021. If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters. MORE:Ann Arbor Pioneer forfeits varsity football game over claims Bedford JV used racist tauntsAnn Arbor-area high school football scoreboard for Friday, Sept. 3Ann Arbor-area high school football scoreboard for Thursday, Sept. 2Ann Arbor-area high school football power rankings after Week 1

The sun wasn’t the only thing shining Saturday at the Big House.

ANN ARBOR – The Michigan high school football team is now in full swing. As Ann Arbor area teams get ready for Week 2 action, MLive sports reporter Greg Wickliffe has made his predictions for who he believes will take home victories this week. Prediction: Union 28, Ypsilanti 26--FGR’s Jack Smith (3) carries the ball during a football game at Whitmore Lake High School in Whitmore Lake, on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Prediction: Lincoln 36, Monroe 28--If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newslettersMORE:Ann Arbor-area high school football power rankings after Week 1Which high school football game is Michigan’s must-see clash of Week 2? Top 50 Michigan high school football teams: How they fared in 2021 openers

ANN ARBOR – Though it’s a small sample, last week’s season opening games helped highlight who the top high school football teams from the Ann Arbor area should be this fall. --Ypsilanti's Ashton Jenson poses during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsNo. If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters. MORE:Vote for the Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week after Week 1Which high school football game is Michigan’s must-see clash of Week 2? Top 50 Michigan high school football teams: How they fared in 2021 openers

ANN ARBOR – It’s time for readers to have their voices heard once again. The first week of the Michigan high school football season saw several Ann Arbor area players put forth strong performances. --Chelsea’s Trenton Hill (20) carries the ball during a football game at Chelsea High School in Chelsea, on Friday, August 27, 2021. MORE:Which high school football game is Michigan’s must-see clash of Week 2? Top 50 Michigan high school football teams: How they fared in 2021 openers

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day for Ann Arbor-area high school football teams today. Here are five things to know heading into the 2021 season as well as more information about teams in the Ann Arbor area. --From left, Chelsea's Lucas Dunn, Nick Fisk, Ben Strzyzewski, Trenton Hill, head coach Josh Lucas, Cole Munson, Carson Gray and Robert Sutch pose during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News2. Ann Arbor PioneerAnn Arbor Father Gabriel RichardAnn Arbor HuronAnn Arbor SkylineChelseaDexterMilanSalineWhitmore LakeYpsilantiYpsilanti Lincoln--Team schedulesYou see the full regular season schedules for all 11 teams in the link below. Ann Arbor-area high school football schedules for 2021 season--If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters.

ANN ARBOR – With the Michigan high school football season set to return this week, it’s time to look at the players who are expected to make an impact this fall from the Ann Arbor area. Without further ado, here are the 25 Ann Arbor-area high school football players to watch in 2021. --Ann Arbor Huron senior Tyler Bivens poses for a photo on Monday, Aug. 2, 2021 at Huron High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Gottfried was also selected to the all-SEC Red first team and was a first team Ann Arbor Dream Team selection. --Bruce Williams, Ann Arbor HuronPosition: OL/DLYear: JuniorWilliams was honorable mention in the SEC-Red and for the Ann Arbor Dream Team as a sophomore last season.

BROOKLYN, MI -- It was an exciting weekend of racing at Michigan International Speedway. Joey Logano (22) enters turn 4 during the Firekeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, on Sunday, August 22, 2021. (Mike Mulholland | MLive.com)Mike Mulholland | MLive.comKyle Busch (18) makes a pit stop during the Firekeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, on Sunday, August 22, 2021. (Mike Mulholland | MLive.com)Mike Mulholland | MLive.comKyle Larson (5) leads the Firekeepers Casino 400 early on at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, on Sunday, August 22, 2021. (Mike Mulholland | MLive.com)Mike Mulholland | MLive.comFans pack the grandstands during the Firekeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, on Sunday, August 22, 2021.

JACKSON, MI – Twenty seven drivers from across Michigan competed in a USA Demolition Derby event at the Jackson County Fair on Saturday evening. The event featured an AutoCross Race with two classes of front-wheel drive car — modified and stock — as well as a rear wheel drive derby. Kortier says he’s been racing for 10 years, but has been around the racing community his whole life thanks to his father, who also raced. Scroll down to see our 10 favorite photos from Saturday at the USA Demolition Derby, or click into the gallery above to see all 30 photos from the event. Chip Iceman’s car photographed during the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsOfficials talk between races during the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsMinika Weston, mother of four from Hastings, races in the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsOfficials prepare to begin the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsEric Gilbert, from Ypsilanti, races in the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsBob Ames replaces Minika Weston’s tires after her first race during the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsChip Iceman photographed in his car before he heads to the track during the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsTodd Gilbert, from Ypsilanti, races in the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsMinika Weston, mother of four from Hastings, receives a high five during the USA Demolition Derby at the Jackson County Fair at Keeley Park on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor News

JACKSON, MI – Riders, wrestlers, and ropers gathered at the Jackson County Fair to compete in the Twisted P Rodeo on Friday. The event kicked off with country music, bareback riding and comedic narration by pro rodeo announcer Matt McGee. The rodeo attracted competitors from all over the country with a wide range of age and experience. Kaler, watched the rodeo dressed in the helmet and vest of a bona fide bull rider. Scroll down to see our 10 favorite photos from Sunday at the Twisted P Rodeo, or click into the gallery above to see all 31 photos from the event.

ANN ARNOR – Rowers of all ages, abilities, and degrees of experience competed in the Michigan Club Invitational Regatta on Argo Pond Saturday. So this summer is the first actual regatta season that I’ve been able to race,” said Albaitis. Below are some of our favorite scenes from the Michigan Club Invitational Regatta, with full gallery of images above. The Greater Columbus Rowing Association competes in the Mixed Masters 8+ Zingerman's BAKEHOUSE Cup during the Michigan Club Invitational Regatta at Bandemer Park, 1325 Lake Shore Drive in Ann Arbor, on Saturday, July 31, 2021. Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsLila Miller, left, and Elizabeth Saunders of the Lake Leelanau Rowing Club compete in the Inclusive PD or ID 2x race during the Michigan Club Invitational Regatta at Bandemer Park, 1325 Lake Shore Drive in Ann Arbor, on Saturday, July 31, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsA member of the Ann Arbor Rowing Club competes in the Women’s Open 1x during the Michigan Club Invitational Regatta at Bandemer Park, 1325 Lake Shore Drive in Ann Arbor, on Saturday, July 31, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsTwo teams, both from the Cincinnati Jr. Rowing Club, Inc., return from their Mens Novice/Rec 4+ race during the Michigan Club Invitational Regatta at Bandemer Park, 1325 Lake Shore Drive in Ann Arbor, on Saturday, July 31, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor News

WASHTENAW COUNTY., MI - The meticulous vision of a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architect and a family instrumental in developing Ann Arbor’s downtown restaurant scene can be found nestled in more than 18 acres northeast of Ann Arbor. The $3.67 million artisan craftsman home at 3900 N. Dixboro Road in Superior Township stands in harmony with the site’s natural beauty. It’s the home of the late Dennis Serras, a prominent Ann Arbor restauranteur who brought establishments like Real Seafood Co., Gratzi, The Chop House and Palio to the city’s downtown, and his wife, Ellie. A shared study connects two bedrooms at 3900 N. Dixboro Road in Superior Township on Monday, July 26, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsJack-and-Jill bedrooms include a connecting bedroom and office space on the main floor. A first-floor deck overlooks the hill that the home is built into at 3900 N. Dixboro Road in Superior Township on Monday, July 26, 2021.Alyte Katilius | The Ann Arbor NewsA deck overlooking the property includes dual built-in charcoal grills.

ANN ARBOR – The Ann Arbor Summer Festival hosted a concert by George Bedard and the Kingpins at the Leslie Science and Nature Center Saturday, July 3. One man in particular, David Arsen, from Ann Arbor, has been attending the Ann Arbor Summer Festival for 30 years. “It was so much fun.”Alyte Katilius | Ann Arbor NewsGeorge Bedard performs at the Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. In Ann Arbor on Saturday, July 3, 2021.Alyte Katilius | Ann Arbor NewsAttendants applaud during a George Bedard and the Kingpins concert at the Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. In Ann Arbor on Saturday, July 3, 2021.Alyte Katilius | Ann Arbor News

Tables at Blue LLama Jazz Club sit right up against the stage for unobstructed views of entertainment. Photo | Sarah M. ParletteANN ARBOR, Mich. – Blue LLama Jazz Club is temporarily closing its doors and going on hiatus for the foreseeable futureIn a message from proprietor Don Hicks and Blue LLama Jazz Club senior management on Monday afternoon, the restaurant/ jazz venue announced that it and its sister concepts were going on a break for a few months. Thanks to your support, you’ve made the Blue LLama one of the brightest stars in the sheltering indigo sky of jazz venues. Ann Arbor is a major destination for jazz artists again” Blue LLama leadership said in a message on the business’s website. Blue LLama Jazz Club is at 314 S. Main St.To our dear Blue LLama guests, musicians, friends, family, and all those with whom we’ve shared drinks, bites, jams and... Posted by Blue LLama Jazz Club on Monday, December 28, 2020Read the full message below:

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Resident advisors at the University of Michigan have ended their nearly two-week strike after reaching a deal with the university. Residential Staff members demanded more protections including regular access to testing for all residence staff, and enforcement of the university mask and social distancing mandates in dining and residence halls. We’d like to thank everyone that supported us during our strike, especially GEO, AFT, our regents, our LT, & everyone on campus that supported us. GEO members had been on strike since Tuesday, Sept. 8 calling on university leadership to ensure better protections from COVID-19 on campus. That strike ended on Thursday, Sept. 17 after a vote from GEO members the previous evening.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Members of the Graduate Employee’s Organization (GEO) voted Wednesday to accept the University of Michigan’s latest offer regarding issues of mutual concern and end their strike. The university and GEO union announced the strike end Thursday morning. “GEO said its members would return to their duties beginning this morning,” reads a statement from the university. At our largest general membership meeting to date, 1,074 GEO members voted to accept the university’s offer, 239 members voted to reject, and 66 abstained. GEO members and supporters now return to our regular work duties.

Maren Spolum and Dr. Hannah Maier from Public Health will speak on the public health implications of GEO's demands. pic.twitter.com/qcTi6pZ3Ns — GEO at U-Michigan (@geo3550) September 16, 2020U-M postdoctoral research fellow in Epidemiology Hannah Maier and public health doctoral student Maren Spolum each spoke on the public health implications of GEO’s demands. She discussed how policing is related to public health and how data from DPSS supports GEO’s demand to disarm police on campus. Addressing the U-M’s claim that some demands are not bargaining items, GEO member Sasha Bishop went over each of GEO’s anti-policing demands. Bishop elaborated on why the student unions' demands address the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – On Friday, undergraduate students at the University of Michigan voiced support for graduate students and resident advisors on strike through a solidarity protest and march. More than 250 undergraduates and members of Students Demand Representation, a U-M student activist organization, listened to speeches given from the steps of the Michigan Union about labor unions and the safety of university workers. After the speeches, undergraduate students marched through downtown Ann Arbor and across campus to join those on strike and to support U-M Dining employees who staged a walkout last week. On Monday afternoon, University of Michigan president Mark Schlissel said through video that the university has taken legal action against the strike. According to University spokesman Rick Fitzgerald, the move includes a “temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction against the union strike.”More University of Michigan strike coverage:

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Graduate student instructors at the University of Michigan will continue their strike after rejecting an initial offer from the Ann Arbor university. A proposal by the university to end the strike was supported by GEO leadership, but members ultimately rejected the university’s offer saying that it did not meet their demands. “Membership decided by an overwhelming majority that the university’s offer did not constitute continued progress on these demands,” the release states. GEO members have been on strike since Tuesday, Sept. 8, protesting the university’s return to in-person learning. On Thursday, the university released a more detailed response to GEO’s demands after its offer was rejected.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Flamework glass artist Shawn Bungo is hiding artwork around Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti for community members to find. Through finders keepers-styled scavenger hunts, Bungo has been secretively hiding small pieces of his art around the two cities on Saturdays for passersby to find and keep. [Its] other neighbors meeting other neighbors through finding the glass.As he has explored the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti area, he has spontaneously left small pieces of artwork around. After posting about the pieces in an Ann Arbor Facebook group, more and more people have become interested in participating. Bungo started the Saturday scavenger hunts as a creative way to connect to the community and to get to know people.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Community Television Network of Ann Arbor has received several Philo honors for its work in public, educational and government access TV. Named after the father of modern television, Philo T. Farnsworth, the awards are given to those recognized for further developing the use of television and promoting the use of media in communities. CTN and Ann Arbor Public School programs also received nominations for 2020 Philo Excellence Awards in the categories of Excellence in Animation -Cutting, Excellence Directing, Best Series Program and Best in Show. Political Awareness (Professional Division) -- AAPS 2019 Bond Informational Video with Scott Nadeau Video and Internet Stuff, LLC. Ann Arbor Public Schools Finalist HonorsDocumentary (Professional Division) -- A2 Engage - Volume III with Scott Nadeau Video and Internet Stuff, LLC.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. The University of Michigan is ramping up its coronavirus (COVID-19) testing with plans to reach 3,000 weekly tests by the end of September. Students, faculty and staff at the Ann Arbor campus can receive tests as part of the voluntary, free and opt-in surveillance U-M COVID-19 Community Sampling and Tracking Program. Martin is guiding development for the Community Sampling and Tracking Program. U-M community members with COVID-19 symptoms or individuals in close contact with someone with a positive COVID-19 test will not be tested. Students, staff and faculty who have previously been diagnosed with COVID-19 should not enroll in the U-M COVID-19 Community Sampling and Tracking Program.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. A new mural in downtown Ann Arbor is celebrating the convergence of college life and Ann Arbor culture. Located behind Potbelly Sandwich Shop on the corner of Liberty and State streets, the 15-foot mural creates a head-turning three-dimensional illusion while depicting iconic Ann Arbor landmarks and buildings. Commissioned by building owner Oxford Companies and created by Dearborn-based Mathew Sharum, the mural shows the vibrancy of the city and the excitement of student life. One side of the mural shows images of student life, like graduation, University of Michigan buildings and a hoard of charging athletes. The mural joins the citys exciting public art scene and faces a mural created by Ann Arbors own TreeTown Murals.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Maya Goldman and Ben Ratner spent almost 3 months visiting 148 of Ann Arbors parks. And its this gorgeous field, like rolling hills and a border of trees, so we were really taken by that park, Goldman said. Through their report, Goldman and Ratner also touch on the necessity and usefulness of Ann Arbor parks as social infrastructure and their role as a place for social action and protest. The couple wants their report to be useful for park visitors and hope that it inspires Ann Arborites to visit parks they have never seen. Read From Burns to Belize: A Report on Ann Arbors Public Parks here.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Starting Friday, you wont be able to lazily float along Argo Cascades in your tube, according to Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation. The department made an announcement Wednesday afternoon that tubing will no longer be permitted in the Argo Cascades section of the Huron River, which wraps around the northeast part of downtown Ann Arbor. The decision was made to support ordinances and orders made by the City of Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County Health Department. The City of Ann Arbor ordinance, effective as of Monday, Aug. 24, limited outdoor social gatherings to 25 people and indoor gatherings to 10. But individuals with their own tubes continue to use the Argo Cascades creating crowds that are not consistent with the current orders.Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation staff will work with Ann Arbor Police Department to enforce the new ordinance.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. With more students headed back to Ann Arbor, an emergency ordinance has been put in place to minimize the spread of the coronavirus. On Monday night, the Ann Arbor City Council unanimously passed the temporary emergency ordinance, which limits social gatherings and requires face coverings. Wash your hands frequently and do your part to keep our community safe.Supporting both state and Washtenaw County orders, the ordinance states indoor gatherings cannot exceed 10 individuals from different households. Outdoor gatherings can not exceed 25. Related:Washtenaw County restricts outdoor gatherings in Ann Arbor, Ypsi to 25 peopleUniversity of Michigan students begin moving into dorms amid COVID-19 pandemicAnn Arbor Police Department announces University of Michigan partnership for fall term

ANN ARBOR Having shut its doors in June due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the historic Blue Front in downtown Ann Arbor will reopen in mid-August with new owners. He said buying the Blue Front seemed like a good way to diversify while also preserving an Ann Arbor landmark. When able to, Vogt said that Blue Front will return to offering tasting events as well as monthly beer and wine clubs. Currently, the store is restocking its shelves and waiting for licenses to transfer before it can reopen. Blue Front Ann Arbor is at 701 Packard St.Related:

FREEDOM TOWNSHIP, Mich. A man and woman were killed in a single-vehicle crash Friday night on East Pleasant Road near Parker Road in Washtenaw County. Michigan State Police identified the victims as Michael Winokur, 40, of Ann Arbor, and Iris Floyd, 90, also of Ann Arbor. Troopers responded to the crash about 6:21 p.m.State police are investigating the cause of the crash, but a preliminary investigation suggested that speed may have been a factor. It is unknown if alcohol or drugs were a factor. This is an ongoing investigation.

ANN ARBOR Protestors and visitors to Ann Arbor gathered in front of the Federal Building on Saturday to protest against the use of unidentified federal agents and police brutality. (Sarah M. Parlette / WDIV)Protestors listened to speakers discuss police reform, the use of federal agents, fascism, racism and of upholding their beliefs. Protestors marched through downtown Ann Arbor on Saturday, July 25, 2020. Our Streets" while marching in downtown Ann Arbor. The "Protest to Stop Federal Arrests" was held in front of the Federal Building at 200 E. Liberty St. (Sarah M. Parlette / WDIV)

ANN ARBOR – MLive Media Group announced on Wednesday that it will be implementing temporary pay cuts through the end of the year due to a significant loss of advertising revenue during the COVID-19 outbreak. In June, the company will reexamine if it will need to require employees to take an additional unpaid week off. Similar to other local news outlets across the country, MLive Media Group said it has suffered a steep decline in revenue during the pandemic. Formed in 2012, MLive Media Group owns MLive.com and operates newspapers in Ann Arbor, Bay City, Flint, Grand Rapids, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Muskegon and Saginaw. In response to the temporary measures, MLive launched a subscription program last week for its online readers to support its reporting.