Posted on Thu, May 26, 2011 : 11:30 a.m.
Ann Arbor news roundup May 26
By Carol Tietz
AnnArbor.com's daily roundup offers you a look at some of the stories on our site today, as well as other content about Ann Arbor around the Web.
Top headlines on our site:
- Embankment failure closes Plymouth Road in Ann Arbor, floods shut two county routes
- Raw sewage flowing into Ann Arbor streets just one environmental concern from recent storms
- 2011 is now the wettest spring on record in Ann Arbor; flood warning still in effect, more rain expected
- Man accused of embezzling at least $20,000 from Washtenaw Dairy
- Ann Arbor schools deficit projected to grow, but no additional cuts or layoffs expected
- University of Michigan Health System plans to help tornado relief effort in Joplin, Mo.
News:
- Plymouth Road in Ann Arbor to remain closed until midnight
- Detroit News: Michigan Legislature passes budget
- Ypsilanti Courier: Ypsilanti High School interim principal will not accept the permanent position
- Slideshow: Readers' best shots of storm-drenched Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County
- Ann Arbor school board approves test that officials expect will accurately measure student growth
- From Indiana to Ann Arbor: The tale of a bundle of balloons found near Wheeler Park
- Ann Arbor police investigate attempted burglary
- Updated: Rain, flooding close Plymouth Road in Ann Arbor, wash out some secondary county routes
- Ann Arbor school board approves controversial Haisley Elementary School parking lot project
- Remember, police tape is meant to protect the crime scene, officers - and you
- Ann Arbor area braces for yet more spring storms as flood warning and rain continue
- Ann Arbor's Northside Elementary School to close Thursday after lightning strikes building
- Slideshow: Heavy rains cause flooding around Ann Arbor region
- Video: Vehicles stuck on flooded Eisenhower Parkway as storms pound Ann Arbor
- Clark Road closed at Hogback; 2 vehicles stuck in flooded roadway
- Crescent-News: Train strikes, kills Ann Arbor teen in Ohio
- What areas are flooded in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County? Send us your photos
- With more storms on the way and a flood warning out, Ann Arbor already has the sixth wettest spring on record
- City of Ypsilanti takes aim at alleged drug house on Charles Street
- Detroit News: Michigan Senate passes $470 per-pupil education funding cut
- 'Very Special Arts' gallery showcases artwork of local students with disabilities
- Vehicle fire blocks lanes of westbound I-94 in Ann Arbor
Business Review:
- Rain-soaked spring slams golf courses, construction firms, other Ann Arbor area businesses
- Ann Arbor Chronicle: Packard Square developer withdraws state loan application that prompted Washtenaw County officials' debate
- Ann Arbor startup close to landing investment for CAPTCHA alternative
- Rick Haglund column: Will $175 million for MEDC help lead the way to a Michigan business boom?
- Mobile Diva: A brief primer on mobile technology for you and your business
- People & Achievements in the greater Ann Arbor area, including Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP and Kestly Development
- Paparazzi: Saline's McNaughton & Gunn receives environmental award
- Datebook: Michigan Energy Forum on powering your home with renewable energy, and more
- Electric vehicle charging stations installed at Chelsea, Dexter senior living homes
- Ned Staebler to lead economic development for Wayne State University
- With Poll: Rick Snyder's tax reforms could mean 'bright future' for Michigan, says U.S. economist
- Gallup poll proves drivers fear pure electric cars, validates GM's 'range anxiety' concept
- 'Intense' interest, offers reported for General Motors Willow Run plant
Sports:
- Michigan AD Dave Brandon discusses bigger Michigan Stadium and throwback jerseys
- College coaches around the country excited about Michigan adding men's lacrosse
- Live Chat: Come chat live about Michigan sports at 1 p.m. with beat writer Michael Rothstein
- cbssports.com: Greg Mattison No. 96 on list of 100 most influential people in college football
- Catching Up With ... former Michigan tight end Jerame Tuman
- Michigan basketball team to play home-and-home games with Iowa State
- High School Notebook: Gabriel Richard baseball team, local track stars hitting their strides and more high school notes
- Associated Press: Jalen Rose pleads guilty to drunken driving in Oakland County court
- Michigan officially adds men's and women's lacrosse as varsity sports
- Video: Michigan men's club lacrosse coach John Paul explains the move to Division I
- Eastern Michigan opens MAC baseball tournament with 4-2 win
- Opinion: Adding lacrosse is a good, bold move for the Michigan athletic department
- Michigan football game against Purdue will start at noon
- Slideshow: Images from the Kevin Harvick NASCAR fan appreciation night at Weber's Inn
- Kevin Harvick serves up drinks, laughs at NASCAR fan appreciation night at Weber's Inn
Entertainment:
- With Slideshow: 'Five Year Engagement' blankets Main Street in snow for late-night shoot
- Michael Lee and Opus Mime performing in Chelsea
- 'Salvation Boulevard,' filmed partly in Ann Arbor and Plymouth, releases trailer online
- Michigan Theater offers free admission to veterans and active military personnel throughout Memorial Day weekend
- Cinema Chat: Clever product placement documentary, 'The Beaver,' and more at the movies
- On Stages: 'The Last Five Years' opens at the Encore, and 'Crimes of the Heart' at Northville's Tipping Point is worth traveling for
- 'Five Year Engagement' filming appears to be headed downtown this week
- David Schwimmer's locally filmed 'Trust' scheduled for a run at the Michigan Theater
- From 'Titanic' to Ann Arbor, Gaelic Storm playing The Ark
- Harry & the Potters playing Neutral Zone on Saturday
- Groundbreaking e-music service - including streaming and free downloads - offered by Ann Arbor District Library
- Local indie rockers The Finer Things find inspiration in members' Michigan roots
- 'Glee' director/script supervisor (and Ann Arbor native) Carol Banker talks shop
Community:
- The Week in Beer: Memorial Day weekend edition
- Remodeling: Vacant basement converted into a private apartment for grown children
- Every house tells a story: Ann Arbor City Club hosts annual home tour June 5 in Burns Park
- Local webcomic Tales of a Checkered Man #121: 'Clandestine'
- Recipe: Cilantro lemon potato salad to spice up your Memorial Day meals
- Parenting: How do you teach children independence and responsibility?
- Pets: FDA approves first test to help detect date of toxoplasmosis infection
- Recipe: Grilled Blueberry Burgers
- Pets: Keeping things fun for dogs in summer is a must, but safety comes first
- A small, simple step toward better coffee
- Health: Be not afraid... of strength training!
- IHA - Considering Holistic Medicine
- Health: April restaurant inspection reports
- Restaurant Profiles: The General Tso Chronicles: Shanghai-style cuisine perfected at Canton's Best China
- Column: Ann Arbor area residents share 'Oprah' memories as final show airs Wednesday
- Pets: Pets making mischief - this week's theme for Pet Photo Friday
- 'Mind Your Own Beeswax' by Hannah Reed another fine work by the queen bee of cozy writers
Comments
FCBarcelona1899
Fri, May 27, 2011 : 2:20 a.m.
That's creepy! Rain, rain, GO AWAY!!!!