Tag Archives: Aubree’s

How the Michigan smoking ban is likely to impact Ypsi bars

By Mark | December 20, 2009

A few days ago, when the Michigan House of Representatives voted to outlaw smoking in Michigan bars and restaurants, I sent a note out to a few of our local Ypsi bar owners, asking whether or not they felt that the legislation would negatively impact their businesses. I was expecting that at least a few [...]

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OPEN THREAD!!!

By Mark | April 9, 2009

Tonight’s open thread is brought to you by the awesome pizza at Aubree’s… So, America, what’s on your mind?

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Coon meat and Faygo - Dinner in the D

By Mark | April 2, 2009

The Detroit News has an interesting little feature today on a Detroiter named Glemie Dean Beasley, who supplements his Social Security income by catching urban raccoons, slaughtering them, and selling their meat to neighbors. Beasley, who calls himself the Coon Man, says the carcasses can got for as much as $12, and can serve four [...]

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This month’s coupon deal: Pizza at Aubree’s

By Mark | April 1, 2009

This month’s posts are brought to you by the good folks at Aubree’s, who are offering medium, 2-topping pizzas for just $6.95 a piece to MM.com readers starting today. So, if you’re hungry tonight, just print a copy of the coupon, and head to one of their two convenient Ypsilanti locations.
And feel free to [...]

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Where should we put the Ypsi train platform?

By Mark | March 10, 2009

As I mentioned a few days ago, there’s going to be a big community meeting on March 18 to discuss the proposed Ypsi train stop. Given the few conversations I’ve had with neighbors over the past month, I suspect that most of that discussion will revolve around the location of the boarding platform. As you [...]

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