I have received a reply to my op-ed about porch couches from a member of city council. The councilperson writes: Rob, The proposal to ban couches on porches is based on national fire safety standards and tragedies that have occurred at other university towns either with fires on porches or with waterlogged furniture causing collapse […]
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I recently reported that the city may vote on a law which would prohibit upholstered furniture on porches in the city. Although the proposal is allegedly for “fire safety” reasons, it’s actually a callow move by those in the city who, while enjoying the amenities of a college town made possible by a large student […]
Main Street Starbucks
The Ann Arbor News seems to think the opening of another Ann Arbor Starbucks at the corner of Liberty and Main a sign that Ann Arbor is “cool”: “Sabrina Keeley, president of the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce, said Ann Arbor’s diverse population of students and creative entrepreneurs contributes to the coffee culture. “It’s […]
Former President Criticizes Athletic Department
Former U-M president James Duderstadt (1988-1996) has been a vocal and frequent critic of what he calls “big-time” college sports: football and basketball. (Pictured here with his wife Anne) “During a 30-minute speech to the Ann Arbor North Rotary Club on Thursday afternoon, Duderstadt singled out Michigan’s new football season ticket policy as an example […]
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Ann Arbor, Michigan until 5:00 PM this afternoon. The graphic is from the Weather Underground site, and shows the Detroit area at about 2:15 PM today. (Ann Arbor is marked with the target symbol) > Ch 4: “Severe Weather Making Its Way Through Area”> […]