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(StatePoint) Whether you're saving to buy a home, putting money in your child's college fund or just trying to cover higher costs for necessities, you may be looking for ways to keep more money in your wallet so you can spend on the things that matter most. And you're not alone. In fact, a recent national survey from Experian found that 66% of respondents are actively looking for ways to trim expenses from their monthly budget. There is no better time than the present to get started. The basics...
Inkster Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc & Project 22 award scholarships during their Annual Scholarship Prayer Breakfast...
From less access to quality healthcare, to the exclusion of anti-obesity medications from Medicare, and most Medicaid and general insurance coverage, our healthcare systems under-prioritizes the well-being of Black Americans. And we've learned from history that until we make our voices heard, this crisis will continue to be brushed aside. Whether we accept it or not, obesity continues to be a complex, chronic disease that kills thousands of Black Americans every year. Indeed, nearly half of...
It is a change from the 2016 recommendation, in which the task force recommended that biennial mammograms (breast x-rays) begin at age 50 and that the decision for women to screen in their 40s "should be an individual one." According to a new draft recommendation statement, the US Preventive Services Task Force proposes that women with an average risk for breast cancer begin screening at age 40 to reduce their risk of death. It is a change from the 2016 recommendation, in which the task force re...
Join us as we celebrate and remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, while we continue to honor the many veterans who have courageously served our country. We gather to support and applaud their service to our nation and community. Thank-You-Vets Event Information Date: May 28, 2023 Parade Start Time: 1:00 PM Parade Route: The parade will start at John Glenn High School in Westland; go west on Marquette Rd. to Carlson; it heads north on Carlson to the...
DEARBORN, MI., (May 2, 2023) - AAA applauds House lawmakers for passing three bills that would modernize Michigan's distracted driving laws. The package of bills (HBs 4250, 4251 and 4252), which now head to the Michigan Senate, would address a variety of issues, including banning the use of handheld devices beyond just texting and driving to include the use of social media, video streaming and sending or receiving calls. "AAA – The Auto Club Group is so grateful that House lawmakers set the w...
Anastasia and Katie's Coffee Shop in Livonia will host its' Second Annual Good &Strong Classic Car Show on Saturday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. . Classic car enthusiasts are invited to bring their classic cars-and not so classic cars-to show off while giving back to an organization working to increase employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. A $20 donation is requested for those wishing to show their cars. All funds raised will benefit Anastasia...
Wayne County Commissioners have approved a $10 million, two-year project designed to ease flooding in Dearborn Heights and other nearby communities. Commissioners on April 20 approved money from the county’s share of American Rescue Plan revenue for drain improvements in the North Branch Ecorse Creek Drain Drainage District. The district serves Dearborn Heights, Allen Park, Ecorse, Inkster, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, Romulus, Taylor and Westland. It covers an estimated 52,400 properties over an area of roughly 30 square miles. Homeowners in p...
Between 2019-2021, gun deaths among young Americans rose 50% and surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death for the first time. Guns and Kids Dying Guns are the biggest killers of American children and are tied to an unprecedented rise in suicides and homicides among this generation, according to new data that paints a damming portrait of childhood mortality in the US. Drugs are now the third leading cause of death, according to the most recent figures. "Put in plain terms, it...
Meet Jazimen Renee/RichKisses, beauty and fashion influencer. Jazimen Renee is a Detroit model, host, and makeup artist. "I'm a spontaneous person who loves trying new things that I can learn from or elevate from. I'm also very resilient I've been through a lot, but I always find a way to bounce back," describes Jazimen Renee. She is a self-taught makeup artist and model, with ten years of experience. Learning makeup came with going to photo shoots, "I love feeling beauty and making others feel...
Programs help strengthen communities across Michigan through ‘hope and humanity’ LANSING, MI, April 6, 2023 – The Michigan Supreme Court today released its FY 2022 Problem-Solving Courts Annual Report, tracking the progress and highlighting the success of 207 problem-solving courts (PSCs) across Michigan from October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022. In particular, the report shows that graduates of adult drug court programs were, on average, more than 3 times less likely to be convicted of a new offense within three years of admission to a progr...
The Arab American story is the American story — one of diverse backgrounds and faiths, vibrant tradition, bold innovation, hard work, commitment to community, and stalwart patriotism, all coming together to accomplish something greater than any one of us. This month, we join together to celebrate the immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our Nation and recommit ourselves to the timeless work of making sure that all people have the opportunity to achieve the American Dream. Ours is a Nation shaped by the immigrant’s heart, and gen...
LANSING – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed April 11-17 Black Maternal Health Week in Michigan to honor the prenatal through postpartum experiences of Black mothers. "Black mothers in Michigan deserve to have access to quality affordable maternal and infant health care and a supportive, caring environment that leads to a healthy pregnancy," said Governor Whitmer. "Earlier this year, our work helped Michigan become one of the first states to cover doula services, and we have c...
When asked, Should people where shoes in your home, there are very different answers. Some are; I don't want anyone wearing shoes in my house that have been in public toilets and goodness knows where, yuck! We have a shoe rack by the front door for guests to put their shoes on,' a woman responded. 'Imagine all the things we are stepping on outside everyday. I don't want that brought into my house. Ew!,' another answered. 'I grew up in a Scandinavian family and you NEVER wear your shoes into some...
It is time once again to turn our thoughts to lawn, garden and patio clean up. As spring turns to summer, many spend more of their time outdoors. Right now is prime time to begin the spring clean-up and begin enjoying your outdoor spaces. According to Good Housekeeping, the lawn is the first place to start. Examine your lawn for bare spots, dead grass, and moss. Remove debris such as twigs and dead leaves with a thorough raking. Rake only if the ground is dry, raking while the ground is wet...
LANSING - . (April 11, 2023) - Today, Sen. Erika Geiss (D-Taylor) introduced Senate Resolution 28 to commemorate April 11-17, 2023, as Black Maternal Health Week in Michigan. This week, now in its sixth annual year, was founded by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA). This year's theme is "Our Bodies Belong to Us: Restoring Black Autonomy and Joy!" and is dedicated to awareness, activism, and amplifying the voices of Black mothers to express the concerns and necessary improvements regarding...
ROMULUS, MI, April 10, 2023 - The Judges of the 34th District Court are inviting the public to the second annual "Community Day at the Court" on Friday, May 5, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Community Day is open to the public, though is targeted to residents of the five communities serviced by the 34th District Court: Belleville, Huron Township, Romulus, Sumpter Township and Van Buren Township. Chief Judge Brian A. Oakley says, "We are thrilled to showcase our new facility and be able to...
March was Reading Month - Telegram News Publisher, Gina Wilson Steward, took time to read to students at River Rouge Public Library. The book she chose was 'All Are Welcome'....
WESTLAND, MI – The forecast predicts a blizzard of marshmallows! Wayne County Parks will kick off the 2023 event season on Friday, April 7 with its 38th Annual Marshmallow Drop at Elizabeth Park in Trenton starting at 9:00 AM and Nankin Mills in Westland starting at 11:00 AM. Thousands of Wayne County children will gather for the annual free event, awaiting a helicopter visit from the Easter Bunny who will drop more than 20,000 marshmallows from the sky. Attending children will have the opportun...
April 3, 2023 -- April is celebrated nationwide as Donate Life Month. This year marks the 20th anniversary of National Donate Life Month, which was instituted by Donate Life America and its partnering organizations in 2003. It features an entire month of local, regional and national activities to help encourage Americans to register as organ and tissue donors ... and to celebrate those who have saved lives through the gift of organ and tissue donation. The first Wednesday of April (April 5,...
Brother and sister love - Robert Wilson (85) and Rose Lee Bow (82) sharing time together (Send in photos of you and your siblings to [email protected] or call 313-928-2955)...
Golden Girl Group, described on their site'where women of color (and our allies) can always shine' started as a podcast, now a non-profit, with 1,700 Golden Girls on Facebook and growing. Golden Girls Group is a safe space for women. A safe space for Black women & allies.The group welcome women and men of all ethnicities. All those open to a space for Black women to operate out loud, bold, jazzy, snazzy, and naturally."Bring your anime, bring you weave, bring your braids, bring your fro, make...
This week's SENIOR STAR is MARY FRANCES BATIE Mary is 88 years old and lives in the City of Detroit. She was born in Greenville, Mississippi and moved to Detroit at the age of 6. She has 7 children, 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She wants readers of the Telegram to put God first in your life. 'Put a bridle on my tongue, first thing in the morning.' I say that to myself and that's what my mother (Mattie Walton) would say. Her dad, Will Walton was a...
If you share your home with a pet, you likely are interested in any information that helps keep your furry family member safe. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has declared March to be Poison Prevention Awareness Month and offers these tips on keeping your pet safe around commonly used household products. Household bleach is commonly used as a general cleaning and disinfecting solution. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends a diluted solution of on...
Vice President Kamala Harris is sure to be remembered every March in Women's History Month as the first woman and the first person of color to serve our nation in that position. As notable as those two facts are, she may grow to be known just as much for a single vote in the Senate that helped save the planet. Last August, she broke the 50-50 deadlock between Democrats and Republicans in the Senate to pass the Inflation Reduction Act. That historic package, along with the Infrastructure...
