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By Sarah Shurge – The City of Wayne Goodfellows are known for their goal that no child in Wayne goes without a Christmas.  In 2010, the Goodfellows assisted over 300 families throughout the year and supported various local organizations who provide support for others in the...

“Our residents and businesses are our best asset when it comes to being the eyes and ears of our community,” said Wayne Police Chief Al Maciag, flanked by Sergeant Matthew Spunar as they addressed a crowd of just over 40 residents at the Department’s monthly community meeting....

Lindsey Wooten – Wednesday, July 15th at 6:00 PM Avenue American Bistro Patio 3632 Elizabeth Street Wayne, MI Drink, Dine & Gather on The Avenue’s recently finished outdoor patio while supporting Wayne Main Street’s efforts to revitalize Downtown Wayne. Come...

By Courtney Conover – Before my husband Scott became a father, he lived a very different life. He was a Detroit Lions offensive lineman who blocked for Barry Sanders – and used his hands to tackle 300-plus-pound men in the process; next, he used his hands to write out plays...

By Sarah Shurge – The Class of 2015 from Wayne Memorial High School has promising futures thanks to hard work and perseverance. The class has earned $5 million in scholarships so far and has 17 valedictorians. Ashlyn Barnes is the daughter of Rhonda Jones and Michael Barnes...

By Carolyn Marnon – Twenty-three residents attended the 2nd meeting hosted by the Wayne Police Department to educate the public on police department policies.  The goals of the monthly meetings, held on the last Thursday of the month, will be to foster transparency, trust...

By Carolyn Marnon – The City Council approved the proposed 2015/16 budget at the city council meeting on May 19 by a vote of 5-2.  Looking forward, the council is going to have to come up with ways to trim at least $1.6 million from the 2016/17 budget next year. Current...

By Sarah Shurge – Swat! The small yellowish-green ball is ricocheted perfectly off the tennis racquet with such precise accuracy it lands just on the white line, unable to be hit by her opponent. The heat is radiating off the court. She pulls her black Nike visor down and...

By Carolyn Marnon – Lisa Nocerini was approved in a 5-2 vote by the City Council on June 2 to take on the role of Interim City Manager immediately at no extra cost.  Lisa has been doing grant work, staffing augmentation, communications and economic development for the City...

By Kimberly Mortson – If you talk to Antoine McKay for even five minutes there’s no question he’s a great actor. Why? Because his genuine “nice guy” personality overpowers the fictionalized “thug” persona he’s portrayed in two of his most recent acting roles including the...