I just wanted all you active rainers to know about this new public data google tool. Take a look at our unemployment rate which you can use in your area. So if you hover on the graph lines, Michigan unemployment is 13.8 percent and our Washtenaw County rate is 7.9 percent. We are better off tha...

04/30/2009

Lowered Tax Rate for Ann Arbor District Library May Result in Millage Decrease

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The Ann Arbor District Library proposed lowering the tax rate that the library levies at the most recent Ann Arbor district library board meeting. The budget will be voted on at the upcoming May 18th meeting. The library currently levies 1.92 mills, where one mill equals $1 for every $1,000 of ...

04/29/2009

How to Increase Site Traffic through Social Networking

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Lindsey D. Toth Dietetic Intern, Frances Stern Nutrition Center M.S. Nutrition Communications Candidate, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University http://www.HealthyBlogSnack.com Lindsey.Toth@gmail.com So you’ve finally started your own website or blog. Congratulations! ...

04/28/2009

Going to Foreclosure in Ann Arbor is a Choice, You Have Options

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Michigan is number 6 in the country on the RealtyTracs foreclosure list. General Motors announced more layoffs this week. If I had a magic wand, I would waive it all over our great state. Consulting with distressed Ann Arbor home sellers is not pretty. But I have come to realize that going to for...

04/27/2009

Ann Arbor Real Estate Business Changing?

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With the advent of a vast set of new technologies available to businesses, models are beginning to change. One Ann Arbor Realtor is planning to open a new office with a large admin staff and a heavy focus on technology and social networking assistance for real estate agents. Our team here at Kath...

04/27/2009

Great Home with Open Floor Plan in Manchester - 816 E. Main Street

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816 E. Main Street, Manchester Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1.1 Square Feet: 1,472 Excellent floor plan for growing family. Master retreat with 4 season porch with propane fireplace sitting room. Nicely finished basement with study area, 3 car garage, built in aircompressor, storage building with upper...

04/23/2009

Ann Arbor Senior Center to Close?

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With Ann Arbor's recent proposed budget cuts came some big news - the possible closing of the Ann Arbor senior center in July of 2010. This has been a resource for our community's elders for the last 40 years. Many hold a special place in their hearts for the center - "the center provides a speci...

04/23/2009

Ann Arbor Media Landscape is Changing

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Recently the Ann Arbor News announced that it would be closing the doors in July. While many Ann Arborites were shocked at the loss of a 174 year old icon, this is an all too common phenomena sweeping the nation. However, as The Ann Arbor News closes it's doors, new ones are opening via annarbor....

04/21/2009

Ann Arbor get Downtown Commuter Challenge

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This year's get Downtown Commuter Challenge is about to begin! Each May several Ann Arbor organizations get into the healthy spirit of competition and sign up for the commuter challenge. This is a month-long competition which encourages individuals to use sustainable transportation to get to work...

04/21/2009

Classic Prospect Park Cape Cod with Huge Fenced Yard! 802 Stanley

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802 Stanley, Ypsilanti Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 1.1Square Feet: 1,164Classic prospect park cape cod, child and pet safe. Fenced yard with brick for summer bar-b-ques. Large upstairs bedroom, hardwood floors upstairs, and study or nursery. Priced for quick sale in neighborhood.Related Links:See Ex...

04/17/2009