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August 2022 NEWS BRIEFS

Local author appearing at Books on the Avenue Jamie Samland, Wayne Memorial High School Class of 2000 alumnus, will be celebrating the release of his 4th book “Ooo Shiny” with a book signing on Friday, August 26, from 4-6:00 p.m. at Books on the Avenue, 35622 W. Michigan Ave,...
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Driving the Family Business at Jack Demmer Ford, “The Demmer difference” is more than just a motto. It’s a blueprint for success.

By Courtney Conover – From toy doctor kits and baby dolls to miniature squad cars and play food, it’s a known fact that a child’s play often imitates real life. This principle certainly applies to Jim Demmer, vice president of Jack Demmer Ford here in Wayne. “I recall being...
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Free concerts in Goudy Park 2022 line-up

By Sarah Shurge – With the return of summer, comes one of the most anticipated events in downtown Wayne – free concerts in Goudy Park. Each show will be Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. at Goudy Park, located at 3355 S. Wayne Rd. The dates of the concerts are as followed:...
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Cruisin’ US12 coming back to Downtown Wayne

By Sarah Shurge – It’s almost that time of year again. The 16th annual car cruise, Cruisin’ US12 is almost here. The event will be happening on Saturday, July 9th, from about 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. As always, Michigan Avenue and downtown Wayne will be packed with classic...
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Community comes together to give Veteran’s Haven a make-over

By Sarah Shurge – For nearly 30 years, Veteran’s Haven has been helping veterans in need within our community. But what happens when the building known for helping veterans, is in need itself? The answer is this: the community comes together and donates their time, energy,...
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6 Michigan must see spots to visit this summer

Like the saying goes: There’s no place like home. And that’s especially true if home is here in the Great Lakes State. After all we’ve endured over the past two years, many of us are itching to return to the summers of yore. If getting out and exploring once again is on your...
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Ford investment of $2 Billion in Michigan

By Sarah Shurge – During the Mackinac Policy Conference on June 3rd, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced an investment by Ford of more than $2 billion across the company’s plants in Michigan. “Today’s announcement marks another historic economic win for the state in...
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There’s no place like home –

A former professional softball player, Mike Gouin once lived and breathed the game. But his key players—his family—are what always kept him grounded By Courtney Conover – Softball is a game that’s not for the meek. And it’s a game that brings the noise. Mike Gouin knows all...
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Annual car cruise coming back to Downtown Wayne

By Sarah Shurge – Mark your calendars because the annual car cruise, Cruisin’ US12 is quickly approaching. The event will be happening on Saturday, July 9th, from about 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For the 16th year in a row, Michigan Avenue and downtown Wayne will be packed with...
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Wayne Memorial High School Graduates, Class of 2022

Valedictorians (4.0 and above cumulative GPA) Nicolas Figueroa Vanessa Prush Salutatorian (3.9 – 3.99 cumulative GPA) Lauren McKeny Emma Fleming Diana Fuller Mackenzie Hill Nicole Johnson Nancy Ramirez Brianna Reid Summa Cum Laude 3.8-4.0 (and above) Cumulative Grade Point...