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By Sarah Shurge – When someone hears there is lead in their drinking water, panic tends to set in. General questions usually are: how much lead? Am I at risk for health problems? What can I do to protect myself? The City of Wayne Department of Public Works (DPW) conducts...

Well, it’s here. The holidays are upon us, and the countdown is on to find the perfect gifts for family and friends. And with each passing year, more consumers turn to online shopping to find their items of choice. An August YouGov survey of nearly 2,500 adults revealed that 62%...

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....

We Need Your Help! Wayne-Westland Volunteer Drivers Needed for Meals on Wheels. Wayne County Senior Services has an immediate need for drivers to deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors. Volunteer Drivers may commit to one or more days per week. Meals are delivered Monday...

Wayne-Westland Community Schools and Lawrence Technological University have partnered to offer students the opportunity to earn a college scholarship to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, arts, or math (STEAM). The Blue Devil Wayne-Westland Scholars program will...

By Courtney Conover – A doctor. That’s what Ali Sayed, owner of HYPE Athletics, wanted to be when he grew up. “I wanted to be a doctor because I knew they made a lot of money,” explains Sayed. “And I didn’t have that when I was a kid.” Although Sayed attended school in West...

By Sarah Shurge – Are you a maker in the community that is looking to expand your business outside of your home? Are you looking for a fun and safe one-stop shop opportunity to connect with current and future customers? If you answered yes to either of those questions, then...

By Sarah Shurge – “We’re not just celebrating us and our building, but celebrating loving people for 150 years,” said Eric Rose, associate pastor at Westland Free Methodist Church. To reach 150 years, you have to be doing something right, right? Being a church with a rich...

By Sarah Shurge – Sometimes one decision can change your life; like making the decision to get help. It might not seem like a huge decision, but it is the first and most important step towards the path of a better life for yourself. That is what Hope Not Handcuffs is about....

Honestly, tell the truth: Is the quality of your sleep satisfactory? If you’re like most Americans, the answer is no. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, forty percent of people aged 40 to 59 reported that they are getting less than recommended amounts...