Ann Arbor Art Center announces new executive director
“Jenn’s broad ties in our community, her solid track record of fundraising for a range of nonprofit organizations, her ability to build partnerships, and her passion for ensuring Ann Arbor is a vibrant, cultural destination made her the stand-out candidate for this role,” said A2AC board of directors chair Anne Cooper in a release.
You can experience One Night of Queen
Queen is known for hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “I Want It All”, “Don’t Stop Me Now”, and so many others. Now, you have a chance to experience the iconic band in a new way. A tribute act called One Night with Queen is coming to Detroit Music Hall on Friday, August 12.
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Black Girl Magic: Poems written by young black girls
This Is MeBy Kamarin (InsideOut High School Student)This is methe brown girl you see. This is methe girl wearing the glasseswho can’t really see. Beautiful Black Queens IBy Destiney (InsideOut High School Student)Beautiful Black Queenswho are always judgedbut can go unseenmy beautiful ebony skinmisunderstood? My Beautiful Black SisterBy Makayla (InsideOut High School Student)Sister, you’re beyond beauty itself. Since 1995, InsideOut Literary Arts has helped over 65,000 of Detroit’s youth build their literary and academic skills through creative writing.
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3-year-old girl taken by her mother found safe, Oakland County deputies say
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. – The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said 3-year-old girl Queen Norton, who was reported missing from Pontiac, has been found safe. Deputies said 3-year-old Queen is with relatives in Georgia and her mother, Shanitra Seay, was arrested by the Atlanta Police Department and will be extradited to Oakland County. Michigan State Police issued an Endangered Missing Advisory for the child on Monday. Police said she was in her father’s car when her mother, Shanitra Seay, stole the vehicle with the child inside. View: Missing in Michigan

Volunteer Moves In With Dog Who's Been at Shelter for Over 400 Days to Help Her Get Adopted
A poor pup that spent more than 400 days in a Kansas animal shelter is getting a new roommate a local volunteer who moved into the dog's bunk to help her get adopted. Queen, a 3-year-old terrier mix, has been living at the Great Plains SPCA shelter for more than a year. When youre a shelter pet and youve been in a shelter for 400 days, it says that on your kennel card, volunteer Scott Poore of Kansas City told InsideEdition.com. Theres not a lot of sleep, Poore explained. RELATED STORIESThis Animal Shelter Wants You to Storm It Instead of Area 51Woman Adopts 2 Dogs Who Have Been at Animal Shelter the LongestMeet the 12-Year-Old CEO Who Makes Bow Ties to Help Shelter Pets Get Adopted

UK Supreme Court to rule on Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament
CNNLONDON - An epic clash at the UK Supreme Court over whether the British Prime Minister deliberately misled the Queen has ended -- and, as Westminster awaits its ruling, the government may have cause for concern. The President of the Supreme Court, Lady Hale, said the court would hand down its momentous ruling early next week. Lord Reed noted that the government's case was that Parliament would still stand prorogued if the judges find the suspension unlawful. Government awaits a rulingSupreme Court justices are notoriously difficult to read, so any prediction about what form their ruling will take must be advanced with caution. But a question remains over what will happen if the judges do find that Johnson's suspension was unlawful.

High-stakes Brexit court case could force Queen to pick sides
The Supreme Court will try to pick a way forward this week, but ultimately, it could come down to Queen Elizabeth II to pick sides. The court case hinges on whether Prime Minister Boris Johnson misled the monarch when he advised her to suspend, or prorogue, Parliament. Asked if he had lied to the Queen, Johnson answered: "Absolutely not." It merely said it didn't have the power to rule in the case, which is why it too has been referred up to the Supreme Court. But what if the Supreme Court rules against Johnson's government and orders him to recall Parliament, but he refuses to do so immediately?

Meghan launching workwear collection for charity
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attends a panel discussion convened by the Queen's Commonwealth Trust to mark International Women's Day on March 8, 2019, in London. (CNN) - Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is launching her own fashion collection, with proceeds to go to charity. Jigsaw, Marks & Spencer, John Lewis & Partners and Misha Nonoo designed the workwear capsule collection, according to an article written by Meghan in British Vogue. The project will benefit Smart Works, a charity that provides clothing and coaching to unemployed women looking for a job. She goes on to address what she says is a common misconception -- that Smart Works provides makeovers or a fashion show.

Detroit Symphony Orchestra to perform Queen tribute this weekend
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra will perform a tribute to Queen in this weekend. "The Music of Queen" will be at Meadow Brook Amphitheater on July 14. Innovative chord progressions, wonderful melodies and the astounding vocals of Freddie Mercury make the music a perfect choice to orchestrate. As with the other shows, Havens understands that Queen fans want to hear the original, familiar elements of the music. JUST ANNOUNCED: The Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs The Music of Queen at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre on July 14!