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Mott Recognized as the #1 Children’s Hospital in Michigan

Elizabeth Morabito - July 25, 2023

“I drive in to work every day and I can’t wait to get there," shares Luanne Thomas Ewald, Chief Operating Officer at the University...

Introducing the Innovator Behind Mott’s New Technology for Kids

Elizabeth Morabito - July 7, 2023

Connor Rivera's remarkable journey began in 2018 when he crossed paths with J. J. Bouchard, C. S. Mott Children’s Hospital’s Manager of Therapeutic Gaming...

Local Summer Job Opportunities for Teenagers

Ann Arbor Family Staff - May 4, 2023

As the excitement of summer approaches, so does the need to keep kids busy. For high schoolers, finding a summer job may be a...

Free Fun Activities for Kids and Families in May

Mary Genson - May 2, 2023

Spring is here and so is a fresh batch of free things to do in the Ann Arbor area. Many of these events occur...

Ann Arbor YMCA Leads the Way in AI-Informed Drowning Prevention

Elizabeth Morabito - April 20, 2023

The Ann Arbor YMCA, better known as the Y, at 400 West Washington St. is leading the way in drowning prevention through their use...

When Every Minute Counts: Should You Get Certified in CPR?

Lynly Williams - March 27, 2023

This January, the NFL’s Buffalo Bills’ safety, Damar Hamlin, suffered a heart attack on the field and was saved by quick-thinking CPR on-site while...

The STURDY Act Passes to Help Make Children Safer

Donna Iadipaolo - March 2, 2023

The Stop Tip-overs of Unstable, Risky Dressers on Youth (STURDY) Act—to minimize deaths from unsafe dressers—was passed by Congress and signed into law by...

Tips for Sending a Child with Food Allergies to Camp

Cherie Gough - March 1, 2023

Mention summer camp and kids get excited about activities, art, s’mores and friends. But for parents of kids with food allergies, the prospect of...

STEM vs. STEAM

Sarah Lyons - February 2, 2023

School curriculum including science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) has increased in popularity over the last few years as research has shown problem solving...

Woman Starts Growing College Essay Help Business to Aid Students

Donna Iadipaolo - January 13, 2023

Deadlines for regular admission to many colleges are approaching on Feb. 1, and a local business offering college essay help is growing as the...

What Parents Should Know About TikTok–and How to Support Your Child’s Safety if They Use it

Chelsea Devona - December 15, 2022

What is TikTok? TikTok is a video app. Users create their own videos–the most popular ones are of them lip-synching to popular songs. Like most...

Washtenaw Robotics Competition Returns at New Library Venue

Donna Iadipaolo - December 13, 2022

The annual Washtenaw Area Pick Up Robotics (WAPUR) competition occurs on Saturday, Dec. 17 at the Ann Arbor District Library’s (AADL) warehouse at 265...