Opinion

by Thomas F. Wieder The Ann Arbor City Council’s recent passage of Its Resolution to Initiate a Statue to Honor Kathy Kozachenko is one of the odder and most ill-conceived Council actions that I have observed in more than a half-century…

9/20/23: This story was edited to remove a mention of the Ypsilanti Public Library. by Monica Ross-Williams “I’m 83-years-old, have lived in Ypsilanti all my life and I’m afraid to visit downtown Ypsilanti,” an Ypsilanti community…

by Monica Ross-Williams For decades, Washtenaw County and its government were models for what good governance could look like.On Tuesday, August 15, 2023 that changed, when four Washtenaw County Commissioners, Annie Somerville …

In my opinion, the press should not be used to lie, distort and attempt to create mayhem. This Ann Arbor Independent News article ("Supreme Felons, Inc. Supporters Harass And Threaten Ypsi Township Trustees During Meeting") tries to…

by Rep. Kathy Schmaltz Rep. Kathy Schmaltz, R-Jackson, serves Michigan’s 46th House District, which includes portions of Jackson and Washtenaw counties. In a world filled with hardships, it is our responsibility as a compassionate…

by Bruce Laidlaw On June 20, 2023, the Ann Arbor City Council approved the zoning and site plan for a 12 story, 166-foot-tall structure containing 228 residential units and 733 bedrooms. The proposed structure would be at 721 South…

by Miguel Leyva Since the mid-20th century, the U.S. Military's haphazard use and disposal of dangerous chemicals have irremediably impacted the lives of countless troops and civilians who were none the wiser to the toxins they were…

While Washtenaw County law enforcement officials cater to criminals, crime rates are increasing.

by Jaime A. Hope Picture this: You pitch investors on a company that will create many jobs and offer a great return on investment. The investors bite. They give you seven years and $500 million to work the plan. Time passes. They ask…

by Gina Kinney The A2SF exists to promote entertainment and foster a sense of community for all kinds of people. Considering that the Festival occurs during Pride Month, it makes sense that there would be events that would cater to the…