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  • 1 week ago | wemu.org | David Fair

    OverviewWe’re observing a fundamental shift in seasonal precipitation patterns in Washtenaw County. Winters are increasingly characterized by rainfall rather than snowfall, even during colder periods. This shift reduces snowpack and leads to more rain-on-frozen-ground events, which significantly increases surface runoff and flash flooding.

  • 1 week ago | wemu.org | David Fair

    ABOUT EILEEN SPRING:Eileen Spring joined Food Gatherers in 1994 to oversee fundraising and volunteer management. She soon became the CEO and it’s been a whirlwind of a joyful journey to fight hunger where we live. She is constantly inspired by the staff, volunteers, and community partners to share more food and goodwill. She believes that in a land of plenty, no one should be hungry. When not gathering, Eileen loves to travel and play Scrabble.

  • 2 weeks ago | wemu.org | David Fair |Nick Alderink

    SUMMER INDIE MOVIE PREVIEW"The Phoenician Scheme" and "Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning" have launched the summer movie season with a bang. While blockbusters like "Superman" and "The Fantastic Four" are still on the horizon, this summer also offers a slate of indie gems and under-the-radar titles.

  • 2 weeks ago | wemu.org | David Fair

    OverviewResidents in Northville and Salem Townships in western Washtenaw County have long complained about persistent foul odors and reported various health symptoms like headaches, sore throats, and nausea due to emissions from the Arbor Hills Landfill. Complaints peaked in the second half of 2023, with 769 reports filed, up from just 190 in the first half, which coincided with the activation of a new landfill cell.

  • 2 weeks ago | wemu.org | David Fair

    ABOUT KARA WOODARD:Kara Woodard is the program manager for the Children's Literacy Network in Ann Arbor. RESOURCES:Children's Literacy NetworkBookPALSChildren's Literacy Network on FacebookChildren's Literacy Network on InstagramChildren's Literacy Network on LinkedInTRANSCRIPTION:David Fair: This is 89.1 WEMU, and, as of last Friday, most K-12 students are on summer break. Now, there are a number of benefits to a few months of rest, rejuvenation, and recreation, but it also has some drawbacks.

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