Items found in Huron River showcased at transforming Ann Arbor art exhibition
โOuroboros,โ fills up the 1,200-square-foot space of the Irving Stenn Jr. Family Gallery with objects found in local waterways that have been reimagined as art and musical instruments used to create a dynamic soundscape.
Ann Arbor Fire Department issues new warning after teen jumps from bridge and drowns
A tragedy happened in the Huron River after teenager Alex Walker jumped off a bridge and drowned, prompting a new warning from the Ann Arbor Fire Department. Walker was just a sophomore in high school who was with a larger teen group Wednesday (May 11).
EGLE: Fuel oil leaked into Huron River in Flat Rock
There has been a mystery for the residents living close to Huron River for weeks. But now weโre finally getting some answers to the questions that we have and who exactly may be responsible to begin with. The substance that leaked in the Huron river has now been identified as fuel oil. A nearby metal company is currently working with the EPA and EGLE to handle the clean-up process.
City of Ann Arbor: Sanitary sewage flows onto S. Main Street for second time during relining project
ANN ARBOR โ An estimated 50 gallons of sanitary sewage was released onto South Main Street on Wednesday morning after a contractorโs attempt to divert the sanitary sewer flow failed. This is the second incident to occur at the same site since Feb. 22, when an estimated 10,000 gallons of sewage was released onto South Main Street as a result of a failure during an ongoing sanitary sewer relining project. โThe pipe was diverting sanitary sewer flow while the contractor cleaned the sanitary sewer main in advance of lining the pipe,โ reads a news release. The contractor will be charged with all costs to the city related to the incident. The city of Ann Arbor notified the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy of the incident, in accordance with protocols.
Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation summer camp registration begins Monday
ANN ARBOR, Mich. โ On Monday, the city of Ann Arbor will open registration for summer day camps at Argo and Gallup canoe liveries, Buhr Park Pool and Huron Hills Golf Course. Camps will begin in June and are hosted by Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation. Argo River CampTeenage community members can spend the day exploring parts of the Huron River. Huron Hills Golf CourseYoung golfers from age 8 to 15-years-old can take part in two-week junior golf camps at the Huron Hills Golf Course. Camp hours: Monday-Thursday, 8-10 a.m.; 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; 1-3 p.m.Camp fees: $160 per two-week sessionHuron Hills Golf Course 3465 E. Huron River Dr.
Bridge construction to impact downtown Ann Arbor traffic through July
ANN ARBOR, Mich. โ Starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, downtown Ann Arbor drivers will experience longer commutes as traffic over Broadway Bridge is reduced to one lane in either direction. Lanes will be closed between Swift Street and East Summit Avenue for preventative maintenance repairs to the bridge over Depot Street, the Huron River and the Wolverine Line railroad tracks. Access to the Amtrak long-term parking lot located on the east side of the railroad tracks will be maintained. Signage will direct other pedestrian traffic along Broadway to use the opposite side of the street so that the repairs can continue. Related: Island Drive bridge closed through April 30Want to see more Ann Arbor traffic?
Woman killed in fight between son, parents in Huron Township
HURON TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ New information was released Friday regarding the wild chain of events that left a Huron Township mother dead from a stab wound. ORIGINAL STORY: Huron Township mother fatally stabbed in altercation between son, parentsPolice said the parents had some sort of altercation with their son inside a home on Judd Road when the mother was fatally wounded. โSomething you never expect and itโs completely disheartening,โ said Everette Robbins the Director of Public Safety with Huron Township Police. โThis is a mother, son and father. There was a victim, as well as a subject,โ Robbins said.
Huron Township mother fatally stabbed in altercation between son, parents
HURON TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ A Wayne County mother was killed Friday morning during a domestic altercation between two parents and their son. According to authorities, the incident happened at two homes near the intersection of Judd and Gentz roads, just west of I-275 between Sibley and Huron roads. Police said the son, 25, arrived at his parentโs home that morning and attacked both of them -- one inside the home and the other across the street in the neighborโs yard. This was a multi-weapon incident,โ said Everett Robbins with the Huron Township Police Department. โAt this point, weโre trying to sort out exactly where there injuries are.โBoth victims were taken to local hospitals.
Volunteer in these Ann Arbor parks in November
ANN ARBOR โ The city of Ann Arborโs Natural Area Preservation is looking for volunteers for its November events to restore and protect Ann Arborโs natural areas. To preregister, sign up using Rec-1 by noon on the Friday before the weekend the event will be taking place. The exact meeting location will be provided once you register. Stewardship Workday at Sunset Brooks Nature AreaWhen: Saturday, Nov. 14, 1โ4 p.m. Preregistration through Rec-1 using this link is required as space is limited.
A4 Fall Photo Challenge 2020: The Winners
ANN ARBOR โ We asked our readers to share their best fall photos this year as the leaves approached peak color in the area. From river scenes to canopies of colorful leaves, furry friends and long drives, we have really enjoyed pouring through all of your entries that remind us why this is our favorite season. The winning photos will be featured Friday on Local 4โฒs Live in the D that airs at 10 a.m. "The Huron River, Delhi Metropark." (Karen E.)"A fall day at Ann Arbor's North Campus."
Ranking: Ann Arbor one of best places in US to live, retire
ANN ARBOR โ U.S. News & World Report released its 2020-21 Best Places to Live and Best Places to Retire rankings, and it comes as no surprise that Ann Arbor ranks high on both. This year, Ann Arbor ranked the No. 7 best place to retire in the country and No. 12 best place to live. Its methodology in determining the best places to retire included ranking retirement scores based on the following indexes:Housing AffordabilityHappinessDesirabilityRetiree TaxesJob MarketHealth Care QualityOverall, Ann Arbor ranked high for value and quality of life.
Health officials remind residents that there is still an advisory in effect for harmful algal blooms in Ford Lake
WASHTENAW COUNTY, Mich. โ Health officials are reminding residents and visitors that a public health advisory for harmful algal blooms in Ford Lake in Ypsilanti remains in effect. Do not swallow the lake water. READ: Help Me Hank: Keeping your pets safe from toxic algaeSome algal blooms are made of cyanobacteria that have the ability to produce toxins, causing a harmful algal bloom. A Ford Lake resident notified the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services of a suspected harmful algal bloom earlier this summer. READ: Washtenaw County residents cautioned about potential toxic algal bloom in Ford LakeWhat you need to know
Submit questions, participate in public Q&A session on Gelman 1,4-Dioxane litigation
ANN ARBOR โ Local and federal officials will hold a joint public session via Zoom on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. to answer questions residents have about the Gelman dioxane plume and ongoing litigation. Trustees of Scio and Ann Arbor townships and heads of the Huron River Watershed Council have been invited to take part in the session. The plume is a toxic pollution by chemical plant Gelman Sciences in Scio Township thatโs been seeping into the areaโs soil and groundwater since the late 1960s. Trace levels of the chemical have been detected in the city Ann Arborโs drinking water supply from Barton Pond starting in Feb. 2019. Questions for the Sept. 24 event should be submitted to gelmanquestions@a2gov.org by Sept. 18 at 5 p.m.For more information on the case and cleanup efforts, visit the city of Ann Arborโs Gelman 1,4-Dioxane Litigation website.
Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation: Tubing prohibited on Argo Cascades starting Friday
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.
Washtenaw County residents cautioned about potential algal bloom in Ford Lake
WASHTENAW COUNTY, Mich. Officials with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Washtenaw County Health Department issued a public health advisory Thursday for a suspected harmful algal bloom (HAB) in Ford Lake. There are different types of naturally occurring algal blooms that may be seen on lakes and rivers. Additionally, recent testing confirmed microcystin toxin in the water, indicating the possibility of a HAB, but inspectors did not observe one. People can water ski, boat and tube but it is advised that caution be taken in doing so in areas with visible algal scums. Ford Lake is under a Do Not Eat Fish Advisory.
Here are some of the best places to kayak in Michigan
Across the state of Michigan we have many freshwater places to enjoy kayaking. Here are some of the best places to go kayaking in the state:The pretty blue water and rainbow-colored cliffs might is what you can find at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Makinac Island is one of the best places to kayak due to the stunning sunsets and sunrises. You can explore the natural rock formations, wildlife, and lighthouses of Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, St. Ignace, Round Island, and Bois Blanc Island. Surrounding Lake Bellaire, the Grass River, Torch Lake, and more, the Chain O Lakes in Antrim County gives you lots of options.