The newly created Wayne County Women’s Commission today elected Carmen Carter as its inaugural chair and Sarah Roberts as vice chair. Carter is an appointee of Wayne County Commissioner Monique Baker McCormick (D-Detroit). Roberts — a former state legislator — is an appointee of Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell (D-Detroit). The commission also voted to make efforts to ease the impact of COVID-19 on Wayne County women a priority. The volunteer commission was created earlier this year by the Wayne County Commission to … [Read more...] about Wayne County Women’s Commission elects leaders, sets initial priorities for action
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DACC, Ford to provide free air filtration kits for local businesses
Businesses and non-profit organizations throughout southeast Michigan are invited to take advantage of the free air filtration kits developed by Ford Motor Co. and distributed by the Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce through July 1. The kits are air filtration units that allows for quick and simple assembly on site. Based on scientific studies from academic and government research, the kits supplement a room’s existing filtration system to further help reduce the risk of COVID-19 virus particle concentrations. They are ideal for … [Read more...] about DACC, Ford to provide free air filtration kits for local businesses
Dearborn offering free summer concerts
DEARBORN – The city will host a free concert series giving people a chance to celebrate throughout the summer, beginning with a performance by Motor City Brass Band at 3 p.m. June 27 at Ford Field Park, and running through the end of August. Days and times vary for the series; concerts are outside at Ford Field Park or inside at the Michael A. Guido Theater at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center. All are free and attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs to the outdoor events. The free concert series includes … [Read more...] about Dearborn offering free summer concerts
Public invited to Dearborn Flag Day ceremony June 14
DEARBORN – The public is invited to attend the city’s annual Flag Day ceremony at 6 p.m. June 14 at Ford Field Park, 22051 Cherry Hill Road. Those attending are asked to bring their own lawn chairs and to follow public health and safety protocols. The ceremony is held in conjunction with the Dearborn Allied War Veterans Council. The commemoration will include a dignified ceremony to burn tattered American flags, keeping with American Legion protocols for the disposal of flags no longer fit for public … [Read more...] about Public invited to Dearborn Flag Day ceremony June 14
Trenton motorcycle crash under investigation; deceased Southgate 16-year-old honored
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — The motorcycle crash that claimed the life of 16-year-old Star Baxter, of Southgate is still under investigation by the Downriver Crash Team, Trenton Deputy Police Chief Michael Oakley said. Baxter was a passenger on a motorcycle driven by her stepfather, Larry Laylow, 33, of Sougthgate on Fort Street just north of Veterans Parkway in Trenton just after 8 p.m. May 18. Laylow was hospitalized for the multiple injuries he sustained from the crash. Oakley said the crash cause … [Read more...] about Trenton motorcycle crash under investigation; deceased Southgate 16-year-old honored
Wyandotte Street Art Fair is back on
Reinstatement of Ann Arbor Art Fair, July 1 lifting of state restrictions are game changers By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – The Wyandotte Street Art Fair is back on, and will run July 7 to 10, following the reinstatement of the Ann Arbor Art Fair and loosening of state pandemic restrictions. The Skip Clack fishing derby planned for June 5 remains canceled, largely due to a low level of applications. At the May 24 City Council meeting, Mayor Robert DeSana said that changes to state pandemic … [Read more...] about Wyandotte Street Art Fair is back on
Trenton HS announces new head football coach Reggie Glon
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — Indiana Football Hall of Fame inductee Reggie Glon has been named as the new Trenton High School varsity football head coach. An announcement was posted on the Trenton Athletics website May 27 saying Glon will be moving from Indiana back to Michigan with his wife, where they both have family. He graduated from Indiana University in 1992 after serving in the United States Marine Corps as a combat engineer for eight years. Glon has certifications to teach social studies and … [Read more...] about Trenton HS announces new head football coach Reggie Glon
Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission informational meeting slated for June 2
The Dearborn Public Library will host a virtual program about the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission at 7 p.m. June 2, and invites the public to learn how to provide important input into the state’s political future. Michigan voters in 2018 approved the creation of the MICRC, whose mission is to lead Michigan's redistricting process to assure congressional, state Senate, and state House district lines are drawn fairly in a citizen-led, transparent process, meeting constitutional mandates. The June 2 Zoom … [Read more...] about Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission informational meeting slated for June 2
Trenton opposes Riverview landfill expansion
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers The Trenton City Council approved a resolution 6-1 opposing any expansion of the Riverview landfill during its May 17 meeting. Councilman Scott Cabauatan requested a roll call vote on the resolution since he was abstaining from this matter due to his day-to-day business activities. The Riverview Land Preserve is at 20863 Grange Road but the landfill expansion site is along King Road. A proposed expansion would be a 45-acre extension eastward — still within the boundaries of … [Read more...] about Trenton opposes Riverview landfill expansion
Trenton city assessor retires after 16 years
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — Longtime Trenton City Assessor John Dahlquist announced he is retiring after 16 years serving the city in his current capacity. His retirement is set for June 1. In a letter to Mayor Steven Rzeppa, Dahlquist said he is looking forward to enjoying his retirement and spending more time with his wife, children and grandchildren. “I am going to miss being part of this team and the friendships development here,” he wrote. Dahlquist also said he is happy to provide whatever … [Read more...] about Trenton city assessor retires after 16 years