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Wayne County Treasurer Eric R. Sabree proudly hosted the Wayne County Treasurer's Office's 8th Annual Veterans Resource Fair on November 21, 2024, in Southgate, Michigan. The event provided resources for over 300 veterans, their spouses, and families, with more than 85 vendors offering information and support. This year's fair featured a keynote address by retired U.S. Navy SEAL Chief Petty Officer Mark Ridgeway, who shared insights from his distinguished military career and emphasized the...
In 2016 when she was Candidate Whitmer, the Governor of Michigan issued "Get it Done: A Michigan Sunshine Plan". The first item under the headline "Making State Government More Transparent & Responsive to Taxpayers" was this bullet point: Expanding Freedom of Information Act to include the governor's office and legislature. We are just one of two states that does not already do this. If the legislature won't act, I will use the governor's authority under the Michigan State Constitution to...
Parents, students, school staff members, and others are encouraged to nominate outstanding public-school educators for the Michigan Lottery's 2024-25 Excellence in Education awards.All public-school employees may be nominated for the Excellence in Education awards, which recognize educators who go "above and beyond" to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate a publicschool educator, go to https://www.michiganlottery.com/excellence-in-education. "It is an honor to recognize the...
Detroit, Michigan - July 16th, 2024 - A first of its kind collaboration between educational and youth organizations, marine companies, and state leaders is set to make waves in Detroit this summer in an effort to expand access to marine industry careers. SURGE: Detroit River is a marine exploration event providing inner city youth with hands-on experiences and exposure to the water with a boat ride on the Detroit River. The event is free for guests and open to young people from 14-24 years of...
Mother's Day is just around the corner! It is a special day where we can honor and celebrate our mother. Celebrated each year on the 2nd Sunday of May, Mother's Day is also a day to celebrate motherhood, maternal bonds and the influence of mothers in our society. On this day, every mother deserves to be treated specially. Whether you're celebrating your beloved mom or another special woman in your life, what better way to honor her special day than motivating her to make health a priority for a...
Wyandotte-August 13, 2021 It's been over a year since the Downriver Delta Community Development Corporation has been able to host their annual bicycle ride which brings a large group of cyclists to and through a collection of Downriver destinations. The Roll Along the River was a 17.5 mile meandering, slow-roll bicycle cruise that began and ended at the Fort Street Bridge Park, one of the City of Detroit's newest parks that's recently been adopted by the Downriver Delta organization. "Hosting...
The grandson of a lifelong River Rouge resident and retired Detroit Public School teacher, Beatrice Baker has changed sports completely. Jerris A. Baker grew up in the River Rouge/Southwest Detroit area attending CMA Southgate. He played for Coach Lance's Championship Jr. Panthers football team, Coach Slack's Championship Jets little-league baseball team and was an original member of Coach Hick's Championship Pistons basketball team before moving to Tempe, AZ. He was exposed to golf through Ms....
Inkster - The Board of Commissioners of the Inkster Housing Commission has named Aaron Cooper as the new executive director of the agency. Cooper brings a wealth of experience to this position having served as the Director of Asset Management for the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) in Cleveland, Ohio, and in multiple capacities with Lucas Metropolitan Housing (LMH) in Toledo, Ohio. He is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice...
