Posted on Thu, Aug 11, 2011 : 11:30 a.m.
Ann Arbor news roundup: August 11
By Carol Tietz
The Ypsilanti Township Sesi dealership will be consolidated into its Scio Township location, pictured above, by the end of August.
AnnArbor.com file photo
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:
- Families of critically injured Ann Arbor musicians post recovery updates on blog
- Big and biting: Gallinipper mosquitoes are here
- Ann Arbor school board will put $46 million technology bond request before voters in February
- Analysis: Will U.S. economic uncertainty zap Michigan's jobs recovery?
- With Video: Fraternity plays waiting game as historic Hill Street house nears completion
News:
- Two crashes snarling traffic on US-23 in Ann Arbor
- Want to know details from the contract of Ann Arbor's new city administrator?
- Associated Press: Trial delayed for 8 people in anti-government Hutaree case
- Deputies arrest suspect in robbery, assault at Speedway gas station in Ypsilanti Township
- Detroit Free Press: Feds fear pharmacist accused of leading $57 million drug scam could flee
- LivingstonDaily.com: 2 from Washtenaw County arrested after gas station robbery attempt
- Associated Press: Attorney general offers details on plan to toughen Michigan medical marijuana law
- School supply drives kick into gear as the start of the school year inches closer
- Two Ann Arbor residents announce their candidacy for November school board election
- Man arrested after Ypsilanti Township street robbery and stabbing
- Associated Press: University of Michigan getting up to $3.5 million in nuclear grants
- Flooding causes closure of a portion of Dancer Road in Lima Township
- Jane Lumm files to run as independent candidate for Ann Arbor City Council's 2nd ward
- No charges will be filed in death of hockey star Ian Jenkins, prosecutors say
- Updated: Washtenaw County's website is down
- Man killed near Manchester in logging accident
- Huron River's record high water flow prompts Ann Arbor to restrict canoe & kayak rentals
- 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
- Fight club? Sheriff's Department investigating organized fistfights among teens in West Willow
- 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
- Ann Arbor Board of Education mulls over timing of technology millage ballot issue
- With Ypsilanti not slated for federal road dollars, projects like Grove Road repaving in question
- 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
- Column: Minds of rapists, other criminals work in frightening and uncompassionate ways
Business Review:
- A123 Systems to add jobs in Ann Arbor after winning electric vehicle battery contract from General Motors
- AnnArbor.com's Business Review now accepting nominations for 2011 'Deals of the Year' awards
- People & achievements in the greater Ann Arbor area, including Ann Arbor State Bank and NSF International
- Paparazzi: Walt Rostykus, vice president at Humantech, receives safety professional of the year award
- Datebook: From Zero To Silverlight in One Day and more
- Stabenow speech at Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber event is rescheduled
- Changes at half-century-old Sesi dealership: Mazda line moving to Scio Township location; Ypsilanti Township location closing
- 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'
Sports:
- Michigan hockey team will face Ohio State in outdoor 'Frozen Diamond Faceoff' in Cleveland
- ESPN.com: ESPN College 'GameDay' will showcase the Ohio State at Michigan basketball game in February
- Ian Martin, Emily White capture Herb Fowler Memorial Junior titles
- USA hockey: U.S. Under-17 hockey team improves to 2-0 at Five Nations Tournament
- USCHO: Announcement expected today for Michigan-Ohio State outdoor hockey game
- The Detroit News: 6-year-old Ypsilanti boy scores hole-in-one in Maui
- Video: Prep sports editor Pete Cunningham discusses Big Day Prep Showdown
- With Video: Keep Denard Robinson 'in one piece,' and the Michigan offense is in great shape, Al Borges says
- The Associated Press: Ohio State NCAA investigation bill up to $800,000
- ClickonDetroit.com: Fab Five member Jimmy King arrested because he's behind on child support
- 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
Entertainment:
- Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra holding auditions for several openings
- Movie listings: Aug. 11-18
- DIYpsi returning for a second round of indie art and crafts
- Cinema Chat: Sing-along 'Sound of Music,' midnight Pee Wee, 'The Help,' and more at the movies this week
- 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
Community:
- The Week in Beer: New beers and breweries for your late-summer enjoyment
- Pets: Has your decision to adopt a pitbull been derailed because of pressure from others?
- Recipe: Confetti corn is an easy summer side
- Recipe: Blueberry Streusel Cake a luscious but easy treat for an artists' reception
- 6Home & Garden: How to change or upgrade your bathroom fan.
- With Slideshow: Renovated Miki succeeds with expanded offerings, beautiful presentation
- Crime map for the week of July 31 - August 6, 2011
- Fresh Mozzarella and Tomatoes with Pesto Oil an ideal recipe for ripe August produce
- August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month - Come celebrate on the 12th!
- Pets: Don't forget to participate in Pet Photo Friday this week!
- 'Iron House' by John Hart not-so-cozy, brilliantly crafted thriller
- 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