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The Ann Arbor Observer has been putting readers in touch with our town. Packed with concise and insightful news of  people, politics, education, shopping, dining, and entertainment, our newsprint magazine has a monthly circulation of 53,000.

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  • Ann Arborites Abroad

    Jun 25, 2025

    Last month, Miss Kim owner Ji Hye Kim’s Instagram Stories showed her customers sampling mouthwatering Korean food—in South Korea.

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  • The Michigan Theater in Sound

    May 24, 2025

    A soundtrack-meets-walking tour that invites visitors "to slow down and experience the space differently."

  • Target: The Arts

    May 24, 2025

    On May 3, President Trump called for the elimination of the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Greenhills + Summers-Knoll

Greenhills + Summers-Knoll

May 24, 2025

“We have basically stepped in and are financially supporting the school,” Peter Fayroian says. 

August Election

August Election

Apr 25, 2025

Voters will have another chance to decide the fate of the long-contested Library Lot.

Fighting Foreclosures

Fighting Foreclosures

Apr 25, 2025

In January, Washtenaw County sent 2,000 letters to property owners facing foreclosure for delinquent property taxes.

Warde Manuel in the NIL Era

Warde Manuel in the NIL Era

Apr 25, 2025

As pay-for-play comes to college athletics, the U-M’s AD needs another $60 million a year to compete. A sold-out concert at Michigan Stadium will help.

The New MRF

The New MRF

Apr 25, 2025

Six years ago, city council gambled on Recycle Ann Arbor to rebuild its materials recovery facility. It’s paid off for both sides. 

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