WEMU 89.1

WEMU (89.1 WEMU) serves as the public broadcasting station for Eastern Michigan University, located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The station offers a blend of news and jazz programming. As an affiliate of National Public Radio (NPR), WEMU primarily focuses on jazz and blues music, while also featuring special shows that highlight Latin and roots music. Its main audience is in Washtenaw County, which includes Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, as well as nearby regions. You can listen to the station live around the clock by visiting WEMU.org.

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Washtenaw County Office of Aging Services given initial approval

2 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

After a marathon meeting that ended just before 2 AM, the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners gave preliminary approval Thursday morning to the creation of an Office of Aging Services. A Director of Aging Services will be hired to oversee the department and the distribution of funds raised through the Older Persons Millage. An annual allocation of at least $200,000 will go to qualified Senior Centers. Commissioner Jason Maciejewski says that should be an exceptional benefit.
Air traffic overhaul obstacles

2 days ago | wemu.org | Joel Rose

The fragile state of the U.S. air traffic control system was easy to see during the recent outages in Newark. But it will be a lot harder to make up for decades of underinvestment and other mistakes.
Sheriff Dyer and Washtenaw County Commission bump heads on millage dollars

2 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

Washtenaw County Sheriff Alyshia Dyer ran into a buzzsaw on Wednesday while addressing County Commissioners about her office’s budget and transparency. Dyer butted heads with several commissioners on some of her funding choices, but particularly that she now wants more dollars to go to her department from the Public Safety and Mental Health Millage. They say that contradicts what she said during the campaign. Dyer says then she didn’t have a clear picture of her budget, and we should move on.
Manchester cuts ribbon on new Senior Center

2 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

The ribbon was cut on Wednesday for the Senior Center in Manchester. If Opening Day is any indication, the center will be a great success. The room behind Manchester City Hall could use a couple of coats of paint, but it didn't bother the seniors from the area who have been waiting for such a place for years. Pat Vailliencourt is the center's director. She says they will be putting it to good use.
Ann Arbor growth potential could create infrastructure concerns

3 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

One of the main goals of the draft Comprehensive Use Plan is to spur economic and residential growth in Ann Arbor. But such growth could bring infrastructure problems. Demands on Ann Arbor’s current water utility infrastructure are expected to be exceeded by current and possible future growth. Public Services Chief of Staff Skye Stewart told the Planning Commission on Tuesday they are conducting studies to get more details. “There are major constraints on the source water side.
Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners to meet in Manchester to discuss senior issues

3 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners tonight starts the process of creating an Office of Aging Services as it takes its meeting on the road to Manchester. In the wake of the Older Persons Millage passing last November, the county is planning on creating the office, hiring a director and establishing framework and operations policy. Commissioner Jason Maciejewski says he sees the office as a focal point for senior services in the county.
Ypsilanti City Council approves new budget

3 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

The Ypsilanti City Council passed a new $53 million budget Wednesday morning while able to protect recycling and youth programs. The Council was able to cut a little over $500,000 in spending. Proposals to eliminate open police officer positions were rejected, as was one to increase council and mayoral compensation. Mayor Nicole Brown says she’s happy they were able to reach a deal. “Again, we don’t always agree, and I think that’s okay.
Benson articles of impeachment introduced in the Michigan House

3 days ago | wemu.org | Colin Jackson

A Republican lawmaker in the Michigan House is introducing articles of impeachment against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. The articles accuse Benson, a Democrat, of exceeding her authority, failing to secure elections, and not being transparent. State Representative Jim DeSana (R-Carleton) said the effort is about holding Benson accountable. “Her job is to run the Secretary of State's office and to run elections. We make the law that determine[s] what is the authority over the election.
Ann Arbor City Council approves downtown library rezoning

4 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

The Ann Arbor City Council has given approval to a rezoning of the downtown library site. The rezoning shifts the library parcel from Public Land District to Downtown Core, which will allow the library to explore public-private partnerships. The plan is to build a new library with affordable housing on top. Mayor Christopher Taylor expects it to be a great success.
City of Ypsilanti looks to close $5 million budget hole

4 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

The Ypsilanti City Council tonight will be working to finalize a budget tonight with some amendments and possible spending reductions on the agenda. During a meeting last month, the Council asked City Manager Andrew Hellenga to draw up budget cuts of $300,000, $500,000 and $750,000 to help make up the city’s $5 million budget shortfall. The proposed reductions range from reducing mini-grants to eliminating recycling services.