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f you're experiencing COVID fatigue-apathy towards media coverage of the pandemic, not actual symptoms-you may want to brace yourself because this virus does not appear to be going away any time soon. The omicron variant, the third major variation of the virus since the start of the pandemic, is now the dominant strain in a host of countries, including the United States, Denmark, Portugal and the United Kingdom. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), omicron has made...
The annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign begins Friday and lasts through New Year's Day. Additional officers will patrolling for intoxicated drivers, along with normal patrols. The Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning says 326 people died in over 9,000 alcohol-related crashes statewide in 2020. Eighty-four people died in crashes around Christmas and New Year's from 2016 to 2020, including 34 involving drunk drivers. Michigan police arrest 200 intoxicated drivers during three-week...
A couple common mistakes entrepreneurs make when setting goals, and a couple suggestions to get better at the goal setting and achieving process. #1. Setting goals without a goal achievement plan is like a throwing up a prayer, absent the works behind it. You're left with nothing but empty promises. #2. Goal setting is skilled trade. And like most skilled trades, there is a process to becoming mediocre, good, than great at it. Accept that you may suck at it in the beginning, and that's OK. Commit to the process. #3. Be careful of what you wish...
Tis the season to be giving. Fancy bags, gift boxes, longer store hours and more tip jars makes their appearance around the winter holidays. While this all is normal, tipping etiquette has now changed since Covid-19. "The pandemic has completely upended tipping etiquette," says Jodi Smith, owner and president of Mannersmith Etiquette and Consultant. Tipping is dependable and situational. Tips are generally given to workers in the service industry- sectors that produce intangible goods- like...
LANSING. – With nearly four million households struggling to make ends meet in Michigan, the Michigan Poverty Task Force celebrates movement on recommendations and over $220M in additional resources coming together to lift Michigan families out of poverty. "The Michigan Poverty Task Force has helped us put Michiganders first by leading with data and experts to make recommendations on policy issues that make a real difference in people's lives," said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. "I am grateful t...
The Pope Francis Center recently marked the first step toward ending chronic homelessness in Detroit with a ceremonial groundbreaking at the future site of its Bridge Housing Campus. The outdoor event was held on Friday, December 3 on Hancock Street near Lawton in Detroit's Core City neighborhood. The Bridge Housing Campus will prepare individuals for a successful transition into permanent supportive housing and will be feature 40 studio apartments, a cafeteria, a gymnasium, library,...
Ecorse resident, Brenda Clark-York, was recognized during a council meeting for her dedication to the City of Ecorse. They thanked her for selflessness time and energy to help beautifying the City. For years, she has taken time to clean under the viaducts. and whereever she sees a need....
As we approach the holiday season, a new year and the two-year mark of the pandemic, vaccine rates for Black Americans are still lagging behind their White counterparts across the United States. According to a recent report, less than 35-percent of Black Americans in Michigan have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. To close the gap, boost vaccine rates and vaccine access in Black communities, the Cobb/National Medical Association (NMA) Health Institute recently hosted a Cobb...
LANSING- As Michigan enters a second holiday season during the COVID-19 pandemic, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) officials are offering tips and resources to help Michiganders cope with winter, or seasonal, blues that are common at this time of year. "The shorter, darker days of winter can be difficult for many people," said Elizabeth Hertel, MDHHS director. "This season often deepens anxiety, depression and feelings of grief or isolation - especially after everything...
Beadear McCowin is a vibrant 99 year old lady who now lives in Detroit She was born and raised in Tyler, Texas She doesn't have any children She worked as a Home Maker and a Church Mother The Motto that she lives by is: Do right by everyone you meet. as the Bible says. Love one another Who inspires her is her mother. She inspired her to always do better and you will be blessed. What she remembers most about growing up in the community where she did was helping her mother clean houses and helping...
The year 2020 was filled with confusion and civil unrest inspired. This inspired Dearborn Heights resident Latanya Gater to invoke change within her own community. Ms. Gater, who has been a Dearborn Heights resident for seven years, begin going to city council meetings. . She attended with the intent to listen to her community. It was also important to her to listen to all people and be compassionate about their experiences because being willing to accept knowledge from others without being...
Since 2000, opioid overdose deaths have increased ten-fold in Michigan, according to the state's website Michigan.gov. In fact, in 2018, there were more deaths in Michigan from drug overdoses than care crashes. In Ecorse, a new initiative is in the early stages to address the opioid crisis there. The Ecorse Department of Public Safety has partnered with Beaumont Health's Quick Response Team to bring resources in a compassionate way and offer a lifeline to those struggling with opioid addiction...
As we approach the holiday season, it would be nice if we could all relax and look forward to spending this time with our friends and families without the burden of worry that we all experienced last year when the fear of COVID kept many of us apart. But it now appears COVID-19 is just as much of a threat today as it was at this time in 2020, and that makes no sense whatsoever. We had the power to put the brakes on this pandemic, but instead too many of us - due to a preference for...
We would like to thank you for your service. God Bless You All The Frierson Brothers from Ecorse. All six brothers served in the military. Bobby Frierson – Army 1970; Charles Frierson – Army 1960, Peter Frierson – Air Force 1986; Fred Frierson – Army 1950; James Frierson – Army 1950 and Robert Frierson – Army 1962...
Colorectal Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer related deaths among Americans, with Black Americans having a 40% higher death rate compared to White Americans. However, if caught and treated early, there is a 90% survival rate. The Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) has teamed up with BLKHLTH® and Cottonelle® to reduce the impact of racism on Black health through education and action. Their project is to get more people tested for Colorectal Cancer. NSO Chief Community...
A new innovative project has emerged on the sidewalks and in the parks of River Rouge in the form of LIFF Zones. LIFF stands for Lumination Is Family Fun and City Commissioner Patty Campbell says the idea for the project stemmed from childhood and the memories of playtime. The definition of lumination is "the emission of light." Campbell says city leaders met with members of the public safety department, the schools, and residents to create a project that would be of some benefit and use to...
If you enjoy outdoor activities, ReLeaf Michigan has an opportunity for you. On Saturday, November 6, ReLeaf Michigan, in partnership with the city of Ecorse and the DTE Foundation, will be planting 20 trees in the city to increase the overall tree canopy and provide environmental, health, economic, and aesthetic benefits. This will be ReLeaf's second tree planting event in Ecorse this year as part of its effort to promote the city's "green" infrastructure. ReLeaf Michigan was founded in 1988...
Did you know that 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime! It's estimated that more than 281, 500 new cases of invasive breast cancer and 49,290 non-invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women living in the United States. For men, although rare, the estimation is that 2,650 will receive a diagnosis of breast cancer this year alone! Approximately 530 of those men will die, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. Keeping your...
One common but rarely talked about health problem that affects men is erectile dysfunction (ED), meaning that you are unable to get and keep an erection firm enough for sex. It's not something you will die from, but it can certainly make your life miserable. It's more common than you think. One 2020 study found that 52% of men will have ED at some point in their lives and that the problem increases with age. Men between the ages of 40 and 70 have a 15 percent chance of ED becoming an ongoing...
The Westland Police Department recently took time to recognize the efforts of some of its officers during the Westland Police Awards 2020. The ceremony was held as a virtual presentation, in light of public safety concerns and COVID-19. "Despite not holding this event in person, we still wanted a way in to show that the police department has had a positive impact on the community," said Westland Mayor William Wild in opening comments. "Despite the fact that COVID concerns spread uncertainty and...
The Tri-County Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) is a community-based partnership created to help provide uninsured or under-insured individuals who face high out of pocket costs due to insurance deductibles full access to breast and cervical cancer screenings. We are one of the 11 regional programs authorized by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to accomplish this goal. Since 1992 the Tri-County BCCCP has provided over 120,000 free breast and...
This museum is more than a museum. When almost everything was closed during the Covid pandemic late summer 2020, the Detroit Institute of Arts was open for business. The staff and visitors adhered to all of the CDC regulations, but it was important for them to open as soon as it was possible. The museum became a place of calmness as people dealt with the loss of loved ones. It was quiet, because there weren't many people inside and people could use the visit to heal. Not only did they enjoy look...
As cases of the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus continue to raise concerns across the United States, doctors and public health officials are urging pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to get vaccinated. Here are four things pregnant women need to know about COVID-19 vaccines. Pregnancy is a risk factor for having severe COVID-19 illness. Pregnant women are at a higher risk of hospitalization and getting severely ill from COVID-19 than non-pregnant women. Pregnancy causes changes in the body that make women more susceptible to respiratory...
The Western Wayne County NAACP will host their Annual Freedom Fundraiser on Sunday, October 17th from 5:00pm – 6:30pm. Because of COVID-19 numbers are higher than expected, this year's event will be held via ZOOM. The ticket cost is $50.00 or $75.00 with dinner. The theme for this year's event is On the Road to Recovery – Let the Healing Begin . They are excited to announce that Michigan Science Center CEO – Dr. Christian Greer will be the highlight of the event when he participates in a Fires...
NORTHVILLE, MI – Near a park bench dedicated to a Northville family of five who were killed by a drunk driver in 2019, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) honored Congresswoman Debbie Dingell today for her fierce advocacy in Congress in memory of Issam, Rima, Ali, Isabella and Giselle Abbas. Dingell is leading the push in Congress to pass the bipartisan Honoring the Abbas Family Legacy to Terminate Drunk Driving (HALT) Act, which will ultimately require lifesaving drunk driving prevention t...
