Posted on Wed, Aug 10, 2011 : 11:30 a.m.
Ann Arbor news roundup: August 10
By Carol Tietz
A deteriorating section of Grove Road near the City of Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti Township's border.
Tom Perkins | For AnnArbor.com
AnnArbor.com's daily roundup offers you a look at some of the stories on our site today, as well as other content about Ann Arbor around the Web.
Top headlines on our site:
- Fight club? Sheriff's Department investigating organized fistfights among teens in West Willow
- No charges will be filed in death of hockey star Ian Jenkins, prosecutors say
- Huron River's record high water flow prompts Ann Arbor to restrict canoe & kayak rentals
- Ann Arbor Board of Education mulls over timing of technology millage ballot issue
- 'He had such a big heart,' neighbor says of man killed in Ypsilanti Township fire
News:
- Jane Lumm files to run as independent candidate for Ann Arbor City Council's 2nd ward
- Updated: Washtenaw County's website is down
- Man killed near Manchester in logging accident
- Chelsea receives $200,000 grant to clean up asbestos at Longworth Building
- Associated Press: AARP opposing Michigan pension tax in court filing
- Man punches store clerk during gas station robbery
- New charge filed against Ypsilanti Township man accused of trafficking children into U.S.
- Chelsea Fairway residents one step closer to special assessment district for infrastructure improvements
- With Ypsilanti not slated for federal road dollars, projects like Grove Road repaving in question
- Column: Minds of rapists, other criminals work in frightening and uncompassionate ways
- 2nd person dies from injuries sustained in Superior Township crash
- Wave of mosquitoes prompted by late July rain making themselves at home in Washtenaw County
- Following prolonged heat, heavy rains usher in cooler temps
- Handguns stolen during burglary in Ann Arbor
- Skateboarders escorted from Michigan Stadium
- 2 burglary attempts reported in 4 days at Ann Arbor home
- Police arrest man accused of taking steel from Fingerle Lumber Company in Ann Arbor
- Former owners of Ann Arbor software company accused of failing to pay more than $600,000 in taxes
- Crash slowing commute on I-94 in Ann Arbor
- Power out for nearly 800 DTE Energy customers in Ann Arbor, Saline area
- Man found dead after fire at Ypsilanti Township home
- Dexter Village buys a second home on Forest Street for redevelopment
- Pittsfield Police continue to seek suspects as shooting victim recovers
- Meeting to outline Waters Road construction project near Ann Arbor
Business Review:
- Bankruptcy auction scheduled for Borders brand, website, Waldenbooks brand
- The Birmingham News: Books-A-Million to ex-Borders employees: Come work for us
- Chelsea's Las Fuentes gets city OK for outdoor seating; state approval is next step
- Christian school signs lease to start resale shop at Country Market shopping center in Saline
- Dexter Council OKs outdoor seating at Aubree's; outdoor alcohol permit pending
- Chelsea Standard: Electrical transmission design firm opens office in Chelsea's downtown
- Bloomberg: General Electric ramps up hiring at Ann Arbor area tech center
- Ann Arbor entrepreneurs open Maker Works to make manufacturing accessible to geeks, artists, 'makers'
- Column: Why the University of Michigan is now a safer investment than U.S. government
- With Video and Poll: Domino's Pizza revives 'the Noid' on cartoon character's 25th birthday
- Famous Hamburger set to reopen on Plymouth Road after franchise deal fell apart
- Facing tough economic times, Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels struggles to meet a growing demand
- Column: Kathy Macdonald uses her own business success to help others get started
- Bongs & Thongs reminds downtown Ann Arbor of former 'red light district' as city blocks sex toys
- Column: Plan your networking with calendar in hand
Sports:
- Associated Press: Records show Jim Tressel made $21.7 million while at Ohio State
- Ian Martin, Emily White lead entering final round of Herb Fowler Memorial Junior Championship
- USA Hockey: U.S. Under-17 opens 5 Nations tournament with 5-1 victory against Czech Republic
- MGoBlue.com: Video: Michigan defensive coordinator Greg Mattison outlines his expectations
- A mistake-free defense is Michigan defensive coordinator Greg Mattison's goal
- Notebook: Notes and quotes from the Michigan football team's workout
- Slideshow: Images from the second day of Michigan football practice
- Martavious Odoms sports a cast as Michigan football team works out
- Michigan senior Ryan Van Bergen on Hendricks Award watch list
- Big Ten notebook: Michigan-Michigan State rivalry inspires a tattoo and other Big Ten notes
- Notebook: Pioneer football team makes diversity a strength; Chelsea finds strength in numbers
- Briefs: Michigan Blue Jays take flight and other community sports notes
- Top Michigan football cornerback Troy Woolfolk returns from devastating injury a faster, smarter player
- Darryl Stonum will practice while redshirting Michigan football season; Matt Wile could get look at punter
Entertainment:
- Aaron Dworkin of Ypsilanti confirmed for National Council on the Arts
- Downtown Ypsilanti's Crossroads summer music series continues growing, prepares for finale
- Tickets on sale: Green Wood Coffee House to feature Tom Russell, Jan Krist, Don White; and more
- On Stages: 'Puppet,' a film at Dreamland Theatre; and more season announcements this week
- Ann Arbor Art Center exhibit explores potential of art on the edge
- Rescheduled Six Foot Poles summer concert to take place Thursday in Saline
- Taj Mahal to bring his style of danceable blues to the Ark Wednesday night
- With Video: AnnArbor.com's Summer Concert Series to feature Annie and Rod Capps
- Still a country-folk hero, Nanci Griffith coming to The Ark for sold-out show
- U-M's Darren Criss named breakout star at Teen Choice Awards
- Area bands pay tribute to influential rocker Joe Strummer at annual Blind Pig show Friday night
- Martin Bandyke: Looking back at Borders, and looking ahead to the rest of the summer
- Metro Times: Andy Serkis' unsung acting a reason to see 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes'
- Performance Network presents a beautiful, if somewhat cool, look at 'Marie Antoinette'
Community:
- Good, clean fun: Ann Arbor breweries celebrate local water quality
- Health: August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month - companies that support this healthy practice will be honored Aug. 12
- Recipe: Southern Fried Chicken - a simple delicacy that will be appreciated at your next picnic or family gathering
- Pets: Don't forget to participate in Pet Photo Friday this week!
- 'Iron House' by John Hart not-so-cozy, brilliantly crafted thriller
- Recipe: Grilled Eggplant, Zucchini and Flatbread with Tzadziki makes a healthy vegetarian meal
- Pets: Pet food company Merrick recalls Doggie Wishbone dog treats with an 'abundance of caution'
- Craigslist chest of drawers gets a makeover
- Local webcomic Tales of a Checkered Man #138: 'The Isle of Terror pt.5'
- Gardening: A tip for bushier basil plants: prune more aggressively
- Health: Owner of home care business becoming sought-after writer on senior advocacy
- Pets: Puppy classes are a fun and beneficial activity for young dogs, but choosing the right one is important