Ann Arbor Observer

02/12/2025

A bouquet of flowers for Valentine’s is so last year. Show your sweetie you love them a latte with something hot, eh. Here are a few flower inspired beverages from around A2. [1] Argus Farm Stop Packard Cafe - Forest Fog with Lavender - Perfectly cozy for a cold winters day. (noting: Lavender can be added to any of your Valentine's favorite beverages) Argus Farm Stop [2] Socotra Coffee House - Rose Latte - delicate rose flavor to warm any coffee lovers heart. [3] Zingerman's Roadshow - Rose Steamer - Perfect for non-caffine drinkers who want something warm and sweet. Zingerman's Roadhouse [4] Moka & Co - Lavender Matcha Latte - delightfully creamy matcha with a light lavender taste. Moka & Co. [5] Juicy Kitchen - Rose Matcha Latte - Smooth matcha flavor with a hint of rose to warm you up nice. Juicy Kitchen

02/11/2025

Question Corner | January 2025
Q: What is the tall tower structure next to the U-M Transportation Facility near the corner of Baxter Rd. and Dean Rd.? Read the answer here: https://annarborobserver.com/question-corner-january-2025/

02/07/2025

Squishable Fans, Rejoice!
The ultra-plush collectibles arrive at Briarwood. Read the full story here:

An offbeat brand of stuffed toys has grown from an online shop to more than forty stores, including one on Briarwood Mall’s center court.

02/06/2025

ICE in A2
Rumors of raids rattle local restaurants. Read the full story here: https://annarborobserver.com/ice-in-a2/

02/05/2025

January 2025 Marketplace Closings. Read about it here: https://annarborobserver.com/marcos-pizza-closes-on-plymouth/

01/31/2025

From Thailand to Arbor Square Plaza
Bangkok Chinatown Cuisine fills Lai Lai’s spot. Read the full story here: https://annarborobserver.com/from-thailand-to-arbor-square-plaza/

01/30/2025

Red Lotus is Danny Van’s Passion Project
Taste Kitchen gains a meatless neighbor. Read the full story here: https://annarborobserver.com/red-lotus/

01/29/2025

01/23/2025

Life Lessons from Being a Line Cook
How a promotion from washing dishes shaped the life of Zingerman’s cofounder. Read the full story here:

Ari Weinzweig has published more than two dozen books on food, business, and leadership. This article is excerpted from his latest.

01/22/2025

Plowing the Neighborhoods
A private contractor will speed clearing in heavy snowfalls. Read the full story here:

City council approved a contract for up to $500,000 worth of “supplemental plowing” on non-major streets whenever four or more inches of snow are predicted.

01/21/2025

The $12 Million Quarterback
"Name, Image, & Likeness" Upends Michigan Athletics. Read the full story here:

The 2024 Michigan Football season is likely to be remembered for two things: After a tepid start, the Wolverines upset the Ohio State Buckeyes. And Bryce Underwood upended Michigan athletics.

01/17/2025

Question Corner | December 2024
The sign for Bell’s Diner on W. Stadium is mounted on a chimney. Old-fashioned lettering can be seen behind the sign. Only the first two (of the five) letters can be read: “Wo.” What is written there? Read the answer here:

What is written on the chimney behind the sign for Bell’s Diner?

01/16/2025

Isalita Closes
Its space will become Mani Next Door. Read the full story here: https://annarborobserver.com/isalita-closes/

01/15/2025

The Flight of Siam Square
Fleeing the Victory Inn, it’s landed safely at the Colonnade. Read the full story here:

Sirintip “Beau” Pramnoi wanted to move Siam Square out of the troubled Victory Inn from the time she bought the longtime Thai restaurant six years ago.

01/14/2025

Parting Gift
How Jerry Clayton cleaned up sheriff's towing contract. Read the full story here:

“Law enforcement tows” by the sheriff’s office and AAPD generated $436,500 in fees in 2023, not including extras like storage.

01/10/2025

Gifts of Life
Dorrie Dils has doubled the number of organ donors in Michigan. Now national changes are bringing new challenges. Read the full story here:

When Dorrie Dils became CEO of Gift of Life Michigan in 2016, they were “averaging about 280 organ donors a year.” The number has since more than doubled.

01/09/2025

Miny’s Mexican Restaurant Opens in Lower Town.
Miny Morales’s sons bring her namesake to Ann Arbor. Read the full story here: https://annarborobserver.com/minys-mexican-restaurant/

01/08/2025

The Ark is asking for volunteers to staff its 300+ shows throughout the year. According to the venue’s front of house manager, the ranks of volunteers the nonprofit relies on have been thinned by the pandemic. Volunteers help with concessions, ticket taking, ushering and more. To find out more https://ow.ly/9g2p50UCb2S