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Parks, Trails, and Greenspace Clean-Up Heroes

By Sarah Shurge – Do you want to make the world a greener place? You can start one park at a time. Four years ago the City of Wayne created a Parks and Trails Committee who volunteers to keep the greenspace in Wayne clean and free of debris. The committee consists of: John...
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3rd graders receive the gift of words

By Carolyn Marnon – For the 17th year, the Wayne Michigan Rotary Club is embarking on their annual dictionary project, the “Gift of Words.” After the dictionaries are presented this month, over 5000 3rd graders who attended a public or private school located within the City...
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7 unselfish ways to put yourself first

It’s February, also known as the month that is quintessentially cupid and all things red and pink. And that generally means we’ll fall in one of three categories: We’re giddy about the romance and chocolates we’re set to receive, we’re a bit salty because we’re not anticipating...
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State Wayne Theater celebrates 75th anniversary

By Courtney Conover – Let’s rewind and go back in time… Back when a brand-new men’s tie sold for next to nothing (just over a buck); meanwhile, the bikini made its debut in Paris, France… Back when both Dean Martin’s and B.B. King’s musical careers began, and...
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Knights of Columbus’ Coats for Kids Program

By Sarah Shurge – As we enter the winter season and the cold weather approaches, many people’s first thought goes to the holidays. What decorations will be put up? What meals will be eaten? What gifts will be received? What seasonal activities will be participated in? For...
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Makers Market now open Downtown Wayne

By Sarah Shurge – The City of Wayne Downtown Development Authority (DDA) opened an exciting new experience for entrepreneurs in the City of Wayne. The Downtown City of Wayne Makers Market is being operated by the DDA with the purpose of supporting small business, while also...
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Veterans display at Wayne Public Library

By Sarah Shurge – As we welcome the month of November, many people’s first thought goes to Thanksgiving. A holiday focused on family, friends, football, and food. But another holiday happens earlier in the month that some would consider much more important. Veterans Day....
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Wayne Historical Museum receives funding

By Sarah Shurge – The mission of the Wayne Historical Society is to display, preserve, and promote the history of the City of Wayne. But what happens when the building that is dedicated to preserving history, is in dire need of repairs? With holes in the roof, water spots...
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15th annual Family Fest at CrossPointe

By Sarah Shurge – The much anticipated Family Fest at CrossPointe Community Church is returning this year. For 14 years, the event has been a hit with the community but then the pandemic happened. CrossPointe wanted to keep the tradition alive but didn’t feel it would be...
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Bronco rolling off Wayne’s Ford Assembly line again

By Sarah Shurge – In 1965 the Ford Bronco was first introduced as a 1966 model. These models were built at the Ford Michigan Assembly Plant here in Wayne. For 30 years the Bronco continued production in Wayne until 1996. Now, after a 25 year absence, the Bronco is back. The...