From October 11th-14th, Americans for the Arts held its Executive Leadership Forum in Toledo, Ohio. Arts organizations from around the country were represented to discuss successes and challenges in furthering the creative industries. Get an inside look as to what lessons were learned and can be put to use in Ann Arbor and southeast Michigan. Deb Polich is President and CEO of the Arts Alliance , WEMU's partner in "creative:impact," and she shares her experiences at the forum with our own David

"Me too." Just two words are being used on social media as a way for women--and some men--to share that they've been sexually harassed or assaulted. It's a national conversation that began following the growing number of complaints of sexual harassment or abuse against Hollywood movie producer Harvey Weinstein . 89.1 WEMU'S Lisa Barry spoke with Barbara Niess-May , the executive director of Safe House Center , which provides support for women who've been abused, about the discussion in Washtenaw

There is no doubt that Washtenaw County has many historic and beautiful buildings. But have you ever wondered who helps keep those structures looking the way they do? As part of our "Hidden in Plain Sight" series, 89.1 WEMU's Jorge Avellan interviewed workers who do just that.

Nicola’s Books presents CNN’s Van Jones on Tuesday, October 17th at 7:30 PM at the Rogel Ballroom at the Michigan Union. Tickets must be purchased for this event. 89.1 WEMU'S Lisa Barry spoke to him in advance of his local appearance.

Every Monday morning, the executive director of the CivCity Initiative joins WEMU's David Fair for a conversation on topics pertinent to Washtenaw County and the city of Ann Arbor. Mary Morgan will provide news, analysis, commentary and explain the various ways residents can become more engaged.

Governor Rick Snyder was joined by representatives from 15 Michigan colleges and universities today at the American Center for Mobility in Ypsilanti Township. They gathered to make an announcement.

A controversial trip taken to China by City of Ypsilanti officials has placed a dark cloud over a potential $300 million project they're considering from a foreign investor.

You may drive by it, kayak or fish in it, but have you ever thought about how much the Huron River is worth to the local economy? A new report has been released that puts a price tag on that and 89.1 WEMU's Lisa Barry spoke with Elizabeth Riggs , deputy director of the Huron River Watershed Council about the new findings.

This week, Art and Soul is about the visual arts in Washtenaw County. 89.1 WEMU'S Lisa Barry speaks with Omari Rush, executive director of Culture Source. They talk about arts events in Washtenaw County and the shape of the arts in Southeastern Michigan.

Several thousand women are gathering Saturday, October 14th in Ypsilanti to try and set a new Guinness Book of World Record for the most Rosie The Riveters in one place since World War II. The original Rosie the Riveter worked at the Willow Run Aircraft Factory, building B-24 bombers for the Air Force. A new world record of the most Rosie the Riveters in one place is being attempted Eastern Michigan University’s Convocation Center this Saturday. 89.1’s Lisa Barry speaks with 94-year-old Georgia