The Ann Arbor Independent published a long list of stories that received quite a bit of attention from readers. Below, find links to some of the most compelling and popular articles published in 2014, based on the number of social media shares and reader views. Enjoy.

Retaliation for Airing Dirty Laundry? WCC Student Journos Fear “Autocratic” Prez May Shutter The Voice

UPDATED: WCC President Reimbursed for $2,873.60 Meal at Vinology With WCC Foundation Funds

Significant Risk City’s Water Source Could Become Contaminated from Scio Township Oil Drilling

In 2013 Ann Arbor Library Security Team Documented Over 1,000 Incidents Ranging From Weapon and Drug Crimes to “Flatulation”

WCC Trustees Down to the Wire in Decision Whether to Extend Contract of Embattled Community College President

Questions Surround Ann Arbor Dem Party Chair’s 40+ Cash Withdrawls of Party Funds

AAPD Chief’s Decision to Keep a Lid on Details About Woman’s Shooting Triggers Questions

UPDATED: County Taxpayers Foot The Bill For County Employee Stays At Vegas Casinos, Michigan Resorts & Other L

WCC Trustee Candidates Criticize President’s $1,146 “Celebration” For Trustee Diana McKnight-Morton

Performance Network Theatre: Loss of Tax Exempt Status & Loss of State License to Solicit Donations

Days After U-M’s President Schlissel Starts Job, Feds Launch Title IX Investigation into Sexual Violence at Brown U. Wh

THE ENVIRONMENT: John Hieftje’s Legacy—Ann Arbor’s Neglected Infrastructure—Water Main Breaks, Sewage Spills

New Economy Coolness vs. Same Old Tricks: Uber and Lyft Charge Ann Arbor Users Fourth Highest Rate in the U.S.

Treasury Officials Confirm Local Economic Development Entities Divert Public School Funding