Posted on Mon, Aug 29, 2011 : 11:40 a.m.
Ann Arbor news roundup: August 29
By Carol Tietz
University of Michigan students carry items into a residence hall in this 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:
- Michigan's first depth chart reveals starters at defensive end, punter, linebacker; uncertainty persists at tailback
- Ann Arbor firefighters rescue man pinned under van door
- With poll: Christopher Taylor champions tax increase for sidewalk repairs in letter to Ann Arbor residents
- Borders 'now hiring' for its downtown Ann Arbor, Lohr Road stores as liquidation continues
- Getting around Ann Arbor will be tricky as thousands of University of Michigan students move in
News:
- Ann Arbor man accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old girl
- Ex-Ann Arbor resident rides out Hurricane Irene on New York's Long Island
- Associated Press: Michigan's local government leaders skeptical of unions amid budget fights
- Associated Press: Gas prices in Michigan up 11 cents in past week
- Ypsilanti police investigate burglary on Harriet Street
- Judge dismisses Grand Sakwa lawsuit against Northfield Township
- Saline District Library front lawn site of community public art installation
- 6 displaced by fire in Augusta Township
- Expect delays on a portion of Huron River Drive in Ypsilanti Township for paving starting Monday
- Ypsilanti police investigate burglary on Norris Street
- Eastern Michigan University celebrates mostly positive enrollment news
- Long delays expected on portion of Carpenter Road in Pittsfield Township Monday
- Carpenter and Bemis Roads in Pittsfield Township to become four-way stop Monday
- Future looks cloudy for Ann Arbor medical marijuana dispensaries since ruling, raids
- Slideshow: Photos from the Super Kicker Rodeo at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
- Column: Q&A with Judge Chris Easthope: On the impact of eliminating judgeships statewide
- Check this list of road closures beginning Saturday for railroad crossing work
- Duckling killer Dillon Pearce back in court after missing drug screening
- University Record: Ann Arbor, U-M police offer update on investigation of sexual assaults
Business Review:
- University of Michigan licensed clothing store All About Blue to sell Victoria’s Secret collegiate apparel
- Dexter Card Shop to close, citing slow economy
- Ypsilanti Township focuses on reviving, attracting new businesses to East Michigan Avenue corridor
- Column: Track the Referral Origins
- Analysis: 4 ways student high-rise developments could change Ann Arbor's rental market
- With Slideshow: New Ypsilanti sleep center to offer flat-screen TVs, bathrobes, Internet access
- Column: Lessons for Ann Arbor startups seeking venture capital investments: Don't spend much
- With Slideshow: Massage, yoga and wellness center RUB opens on South Main Street in downtown Ann Arbor
- Groupon co-founder and University of Michigan grad Brad Keywell to speak in Ann Arbor
- Liebherr-Aerospace plans to expand Saline operation, add jobs
- Job retraining, foreclosure prevention among services offered Saturday at free Washtenaw County event
- Washtenaw County's unemployment rises again as public school jobs decline
- Subway restaurant chain targeting Ann Arbor for new locations
- People & achievements in the greater Ann Arbor area, including Brinks Hofer Gilson & Lione and Keller Williams
- Paparazzi: Scleroderma Foundation names University of Michigan physician and researcher 'Doctor of the Year'
- Datebook: From Zero To Silverlight in One Day seminar and more
Sports:
- Ex-Michigan linebacker Dhani Jones to host new show on BTN
- Press Conference Updates: Week 1: Michigan football coach Brady Hoke says Brendan Gibbons will be placekicker and more on Western Michigan game
- Michigan football beat writer Kyle Meinke discusses the Wolverines on Lucy Ann Lance Show
- In Brief: Vada Murray Fund for Cancer Research fundraiser, Club Wolverine age group coaching change and more community sports notes
- Grand Rapids Press: Longtime Detroit Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski dies at age 51
- Updated Aug. 29: Your guide to upcoming golf scrambles in the Ann Arbor area
- Slideshow: Images from the Michigan women's soccer team's 3-1 victory against DePaul
- The Associated Press: Michigan State has new 'no-bag' policy for Spartan Stadium
- Michigan basketball recruit Mitch McGary: 4 things you may not know
- Michigan football players vote seniors Kevin Koger, David Molk, Mike Martin as their captains
- College Roundup: Michigan field hockey tops No. 11 Wake Forest; U-M soccer, EMU volleyball pick up wins
- High School Football: Skyline, Lincoln go from winless in 2010 to unbeaten after Week 1
- Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson adapting to new offense, expectations
- Michigan football coach Brady Hoke has a one-year plan; can he accomplish it?
- Opinion: Hang on Ohio (State), Notre Dame is the Michigan football team's most important game this season. Here's why
- Michigan football facts and figures for 2011 season
- College Roundup: Michigan field hockey loses matchup of top 10 teams; U-M, EMU volleyball teams win
- High School Football: Nick Pauze has offensive coming-out party as Father Gabriel Richard beats Lake Fenton
- Images from the Father Gabriel Richard football team's win over Lake Fenton
- Live Chat: Join our live chat as Michigan football recruits take center stage at Big Day Prep Showdown
- ESPN College GameDay will set up at Ingalls Mall for Michigan-Notre Dame football game
- Michigan basketball 2012 commits continue to rise in recruit rankings
- Michigan defensive coordinator Greg Mattison's NFL experience brings new bite to pressuring quarterbacks
Entertainment:
- Fishtank Ensemble, coming to The Ark, inspired by Gypsy music and more
- Local artists report mixed results for summer art fair season
- Gallery Project exhibit offers fascinating, distinctive views of 'Imagined Communities'
- Zydeco Ziggie & Oz entertain at AnnArbor.com's patio concert series
- Local band Orpheum Bell seeks online support to record their third album
- Daytrotter tour of barns as venues bringing 5 bands to Dexter
- Movie listings: Aug. 25-Sept. 1
- Cinema Chat: True story of 'The Whistleblower,' 'Our Idiot Brother,' the classic 'National Velvet,' and more at the movies this week
- Tickets on sale: Smashing Pumpkins at the Fillmore Detroit, Trombone Shorty at St. Andrews, and more
- On Stages: Fireside Festival of New Plays at Performance Network, 'Posing' extended at Mix
- UMS Choral Union plans open auditions
- AnnArbor.com's Summer Concert Series to host Zydeco Ziggie & Oz
- Nickolas Ashford, singer and songwriter from Ypsilanti, dies
- Fireside Festival of New Works returning to Performance Network
- Local musician Scotty Karate hopes to go back to future with vinyl campaign
Community:
Peggy Lampman | Contributor
- Pets: Welcoming a new dog into the family is exciting, but selecting the right breed is essential
- Health: Local realtor talks about real estate options for seniors
- Recipe: Red beans and rice
- Recipe: Up North Tomato and Radish Salad is a simple dish made with Michigan produce
- A Side Trip to Odd Side Ales
- Aguas Frescas: the taste of summertime
- Recipe: The best pasta sauces often are the least cooked
- Best Of: Ann Arbor School of Yoga voted best yoga studio; This week vote for best place to watch a football game on TV
- Health: A short meditation can go a long way in reducing stress
- Sunward Cohousing community installs shared solar panel
- Recipe: Alice Waters: For great salad, just-picked is best