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  • Wayne County Treasurer Eric R. Sabree Successfully Hosts 8th Annual Veterans Resource Fair

    Special to the Telegram|Dec 5, 2024

    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...

  • Momentum Builds for Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Ahead of Centennial

    Stacy M. Brown, NNPA National Correspondent|Dec 5, 2024

    As the 100th anniversary of Shirley Chisholm's birth approaches on November 30, a growing effort to honor her legacy is taking shape. Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to Congress in 1968 and a trailblazer for equality and justice, remains a powerful symbol of courage and leadership. The Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act, spearheaded by Democratic Sen. Laphonza Butler, is moving closer to passage with bipartisan support. Butler, the bill's primary sponsor, has...

  • Western Wayne Family Health Center Announce 2024 Community Health Champion Awardees

    Lisa Rutledge, Western Wayne Family Health Center|Dec 5, 2024

    Western Wayne Family Health Centers (WWFHC) has recognized both an exceptional community leader and an exemplary organization with their 2024 Community Health Champion Award. The award is given to show appreciation for people and institutions that support the mission of keeping our community healthy and are leaders in supporting both health equity and access. State Senator Sylvia Santana (D-Detroit) in her role as chair of the Senate Health and Human Services Appropriations Subcommittee...

  • Emerging Leaders Defining Detroit's Next Generation: Michigan Chronicle's 40 under 40 Awards

    Clifton R Kirkman II, Telegram Reporter|Dec 5, 2024

    The Michigan Chronicle 40 under 40, is a prestigious list to be a part of in the City of Detroit. To be considered, young professionals have to have made significant strides in their careers and continue to contribute to their communities across the state. Selected from a competitive and extensive list, each nominee had to demonstrate exemplary leadership, innovation and dedication in their respective fields. As the 2024 class of honorees, collectively, their backgrounds are vast and they range...

  • Rise Above The Clouds Education Service Presents: Reading and Book Fun!

    Xaiver Jones|Dec 5, 2024

    Hometown hero, mother, and educator Kayvonna Stigall. Has dedicated her time and energy to education and literature. She has Hometown hero, mother, and educator Kayvonna Stigall. Has dedicated her time and energy to education and literature. She has written books of her own and is determined to eradicate illiteracy in our community. Kayvonna Stigall is the owner and director of Rise Above the Clouds Education Services. Rise Above the Clouds provides reading and hands-on activities for children...

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    Dec 5, 2024

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  • Community Events Calendar

    Renee Summers, Telegram Reporter|Dec 5, 2024

    [email protected]?subject=Events Calendar submission & body=PLEASE PROVIDE US WITH AT LEAST THESE DETAILS: Event / Date and Time / Address of Event / PhoneSubmit an Event Dearborn Heights The Dearborn Heights Public Library will host a 60th Anniversary Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 5 at the John F. Kennedy Jr. Library, located at 24602 Van Born Road. The event will run all day and activities will include a walk-through holiday tree village, giveaways, raffles, and crafts. Also...

  • IMPORTANT FOIA INFORMATION

    Special to the Telegram|Dec 5, 2024

    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...

  • Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators

    Special to the Telegram|Dec 5, 2024

    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...

  • DPSCD's special education is not in compliance, facing potential loss of funding and lawsuits

    Valerie Lockart|Dec 5, 2024

    Detroit Public Schools Community District, the state's largest school district, is at risk of losing funding for its special education program due to not following Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education's requirements. The district has until December 1 to correct violations and submit a corrective action plan. Over 1,000 students are enrolled in DPSCD's Exceptional Student Education program overseeing Special Education services offered in six center-based facilities – C...