Fee Parking Prices for U-M football parking keep going up, up, up. Read the full story here: annarborobserver.com/fee-parking/

Trade Off Career and Technical Education programs help kids decide their paths and prepare them for the workforce. But should they be funded by another property tax increase? Read the full story here: annarborobserver.com/trade-off/

We want to hear from YOU... share your thoughts about Main Street with this quick poll: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Park #163 Introducing Broadway Park West. Read the full story here: annarborobserver.com/park-163/

Target: Public Health The Washtenaw County Health Department relies in part on information from federal experts to do its work. Shake-ups in the federal department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are calling the accuracy... Read the full story here: annarborobserver.com/target-publi...

Grab a copy of the December Ann Arbor Observer Thanksgiving week and don’t miss a thing

The New Dorms Clearing the blocks south of Madison kicked off Phase 2 of the U-M’s Central Campus Residential Development. Read the full story here: annarborobserver.com/the-new-dorms/

Play It Again Sports Comes to Saline The athletic equipment resale franchise will open in late October. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/play-it-agai...

Have you been to the new Hazel Coffee Co.? If so, what did you think?

Have you been to the new Hazel Coffee Co.? If so, what did you think?

Exploring Matthaei Botanical Gardens and trails. Open until 8pm on Wednesdays

Exploring Matthaei Botanical Gardens and trails. Open until 8pm on Wednesdays

Have you voted today? Polls are open from 7am to 8pm Visit Michigan.gov/Vote to find your polling place, view a sample ballot, and more.

If you celebrate, have a fun and safe Halloween 👻🎃

Explore Furstenberg Nature Area with us

Sign of the Times Ann Arbor’s pioneering queer politicians return for an overdue commemoration. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/sign-of-the-...

Hometown Clickbait Joan’s “Ann Arbor” shop has clones around the country. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/hometown-cli...

Zingerman’s Tailgate at EMU to benefit Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels A winning combination: enjoy delicious food from Zingerman’s, support seniors in our community, and cheer on the Eastern Eagles! For more info and tickets: www.gofevo.com/event/Ypsila...

Enrollment Threat The Trump administration is targeting college students from other countries—and hitting the U-M. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/enrollment-t...

The Coulsons Open Main Street Provisions Artful charcuterie boards and more. Read the full story here

Target: Public Broadcasting In late July, President Trump clawed back more than $1 billion of approved funding for public broadcasting, including $24 million from Michigan stations. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/target-publi...

What $12.5 Million Buys The late Lou Ferris’s Superior Twp. estate includes a 15,000-square-foot mansion and a working farm. Read the full story here: annarborobserver.com/what-12-5-mi...

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Hey Ann Arbor, do you have any questions about the Ann Arbor District Library acquiring the Ann Arbor Observer? Chat with Brooke and Danielle here: www.reddit.com/r/AnnArbor/c...

Did you hear? The Ann Arbor District Library Plans to Acquire the Ann Arbor Observer! Read about it here: aadl.org/node/647334

The Observer’s Next Leaders Introducing our new editor and publisher. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/the-observer...

Flag on the Play The fines will hurt, but Michigan Football escaped the worst penalties. Read full story here annarborobserver.com/flag-on-the-...

Screens vs. School Parents and teachers agree that cell phones are a distraction in the classroom, but Lansing punted on the problem. Could a hanging shoe organizer be the answer? Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/screens-vs-s...

What She Said Q: On October 8, my husband and I are celebrating our third wedding anniversary. We love biking, hiking, kayaking followed by a good meal and a cold beer. Got any advice for an unforgettable Ann Arbor date night? Read the answer here: annarborobserver.com/blog/a-true-...

Band Tour The Michigan Marching Band went to Europe this summer—and football wants to follow next year. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/band-tour/

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Broadway Park West Bridge , Friday

Meet our advice columnist (annarborobserver.com/blog-title/w...). This Thursday in a2view, she’ll be answering questions. Sign up for a2view here: mailchi.mp/aaobserver/a.... And if you want to ask for advice about something Ann Arbor-ish, email [email protected].

Onward, Robots 826michigan closes its storefront, but promises to stay quirky. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/onward-robots/

Ji Hye Kim Adds a Little Kim It’s her takeout “vegetarian daydream.” Read about it at annarborobserver.com/ji-hye-kim-adds-a-little-kim

This month, Zingerman's is donating $2 from the sale of each G.O.A.T. sandwich to Ele's Place, a nonprofit that serves grieving children, teens, young adults, and their families. Read the full story in this weeks A2View at annarborobserver.com/a2view-archive/a2view-september-4-2025/

 AAUW 71st Annual Used Book Sale is this weekend, September 5–7, 2025 at WCC Morris Lawrence Building

Follow the Oil What happens to the cooking oil that deep fries your favorite foods? Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/follow-the-o...

The city of Ann Arbor unveiled an historical marker at City Hall to recognize the nations first openly LGBTQ elected officials - Jerry DeGrieck, Nancy Wechsler, & Kathy Kozachenko. DeGrieck and Kozachenko flanked the new state plaque. #annarbor #lgbtq #lgbtqhistory #gay #politics

Zeitun’s Bach Neighborhood Black metal, tech house, and a friendly neighborhood cat. Read about it here annarborobserver.com/zeituns-bach...

The “International Aspect” For globe-trotting translator Donna Mancusi-Ungaro Hart, Thurston is home. Read about it here annarborobserver.com/the-internat...

Abbot’s Original Selfie Spot Everyone knows the Kirking house. Read about it here annarborobserver.com/abbots-origi...

My Allen Neighborhood A collection of moments knit together into community. Read about it here annarborobserver.com/my-allen-nei...

Library Vote After a heated race marked by legal disputes, lawn signs, and fervent online discourse, voters cleared the way for an expansive new downtown library. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/library-vote...

Football Rebound Last year, Michigan football had nowhere to go but down. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/football-reb...

The Rise of Busch’s It’s grown from two country stores to sixteen supermarkets. Whole Foods veteran Bobby Turner will write the next chapter. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/the-rise-of-...

The Cannabis Crash Claims More Casualties and Eddie Bauer Exits Briarwood. Read the full story here annarborobserver.com/closings-aug...