Lori's Hands is a nonprofit organization that connects college student volunteers to adults in the community who are living with chronic illness. The students provide companionship and practical assistance to people who share their health and life experiences to support students’ learning. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to Maddi Riemenschneider, Lori's Hands Metro Detroit Senior Manager, and Eastern Michigan University student James Thurman about the organization's mission to connect generations within the community.
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As the weather continues to cool down, the City of Ypsilanti’s snow and ice enforcement goes into effect starting this week. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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Legislation has cleared a state Senate committee seeking to lower car insurance premiums. It now heads to the floor for a vote. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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WEMU's David Fair is joined by Marquee Arts cinema programming director, Nick Alderink, to talk all things movies! This time around, they take a moment to remember Diane Keaton, who passed away on October 11th. They also preview the newest film offerings arriving at your favorite movie houses.
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There are four candidates running for three spots on the Chelsea City Council this fall. That means we can expect a lot of change with only one incumbent on the ballot. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.
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Washtenaw County is creating a new Space Plan Steering Committee to evaluate the properties owned or leased by the county government. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Washtenaw County residents aged 60 and older can now request free transportation services. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.
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Bills heard in a Michigan Senate committee Wednesday could open the door for more CBD and other hemp-derived consumable products to hit store shelves. Colin Jackson has more.
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This morning, a grand opening will be held for a new universally-designed river access kayak launch and picnic grounds at Dexter-Huron Metropark. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
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Nine incarcerated men at the Washtenaw County Jail now have high school diplomas or GED’s. They are the first graduates through a program with the Sheriff’s Office and the Washtenaw Intermediate School District. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is accelerating its plans to help communities such as Ypsilanti replace many of their water service lines. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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The sun is helping some local residents identify the quality of the air. The City of Ann Arbor has launched a network of ten solar-powered air quality monitors placed across the city. Residents can now track local conditions through a publicly available online map and subscribe to receive station-specific alerts when air quality reaches "Unhealthy” levels. How does it work and what does it mean for the future? Find out in a conversation between WEMU's David Fair and Sean Reynolds, senior analyst for the city’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations.
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The task force assigned to find a path forward for the Saline Recreation Center has finalized its recommendations. It includes a possible millage and regional partnerships. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.