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Ann Arbor, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min read

Greetings Ann Arbor! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Bought Blank Slate’s vegan fudge sandwich? Check these recall details now
  • What Rabhi’s upset primary win could mean for Ann Arbor’s future
  • Could your Ann Arbor nonprofit tap into these local foundation dollars?

Also on today's calendar: The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Novi, MI (August 2026).

Today's riddle: What has four eyes and can’t see? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Periods of sun, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 77, low: 65.
  • Friday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 82 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Blank Slate Creamery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Vegan Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Coconut Fudge Sandwiches (fda.gov) — Ann Arbor’s Blank Slate Creamery is recalling its 4.5-ounce Vegan Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Coconut Fudge Sandwiches because they may contain undeclared egg, a serious risk for people with egg allergies. The affected packages, sold in Ann Arbor and Brighton with best-by dates 11/23/26 and 1/9/27, can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. No illnesses have been reported so far.
   

2. Yousef Rabhi ousts Taylor in Ann Arbor mayoral primary (michigandaily.com) — Ann Arbor voters have chosen Yousef Rabhi to unseat incumbent Christopher Taylor in the Democratic primary for mayor, positioning Rabhi as the city’s next leader in November. He campaigned on affordability, stronger unions, and more deeply affordable housing, while criticizing recent pro-density development policies. Taylor’s supporters argued the city has reached its practical limit for subsidized housing.
   

3. Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (insidephilanthropy.com) — If you’re involved with a local nonprofit, the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation could be a key funding partner for work in Ann Arbor and across Washtenaw County. The foundation runs multiple competitive grant programs focused on racial equity, education, youth, older adults, and basic needs, plus special funds for Ann Arbor Public Schools and local African American quality of life. Applicants must match their projects carefully to specific funds and timelines.
   

4. The Best Private High Schools in Michigan for 2026 (lansing730.com) — Two Ann Arbor schools, Rudolf Steiner School and Greenhills School, rank among Michigan’s top private high schools in Niche’s 2026 list, with Greenhills taking the statewide #2 spot and #1 in STEM. The ranking, based on academics, college readiness, and parent reviews, also showcases leading schools in Metro Detroit and beyond for families weighing private education options.
   

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  • Out walking around 8pm, I walked up to a doe and her 2 spotted fawns.
    One of the fawns is not using it's back left leg. I let humane society know. They said to let it be as long as it's keeping up with it's mother,… (Nextdoor Mitchell)
  • Aramark Corporation posted a job opening for Housekeeping General Manager in Ann Arbor. Apply here.
  • City of Ann Arbor Michigan posted a job opening for Temporary Recreation Coordinator II in Ann Arbor. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ann Arbor here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Mississippi (Thank you Eloy R. for sending it in!)
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