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The annual Scarecrow Reception will be held in Derby’s Alley, 34924 W. Michigan Ave. on Saturday, October 16. An in-person voting contest will be taking place during the event and the winners of the three different contests being held (in-person voting, Facebook voting on Wayne...

By Sarah Shurge – A lot can happen in 75 years. A lot of change and growth. Or a lot of stagnation and decline. When it comes to organizations, some don’t last to see 75 years. The Knights of Columbus Notre Dame Council 3021 have not only survived but thrived in the City of...

By Courtney Conover – As a freelance writer, it is not uncommon to have a personal connection to a particular subject. But in my 22-year career, I’ve never had the opportunity (and privilege) of interviewing someone who resides in my hometown and works for the Detroit...

It doesn’t matter if you’re a parent, grandparent, aunt, or uncle. Caregivers, babysitters, and older siblings aren’t necessarily immune, either. No matter how much you love and cherish the little one(s) in your life, you may inwardly cringe when you hear that request: “Will you...

It’s already that time of year where summer comes to an end, teachers prepare for the upcoming school year, and students head back to class. Schools throughout the Wayne-Westland Community School District (WWCSD) had Open House before the last weekend of the month. Students...

By Sarah Shurge –  “This is a major investment in this community’s health, today as we open the brand new Westland Community Health Center,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer at the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new health center in Westland. The ceremony...

By Sarah Shurge – September 11th, 2001 is more than just a day in the history of the United States. Some people went to work that day and never came home. Some people lost family members. Some people were terribly injured. Some people were first responders and saved lives...

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...

By Sarah Shurge – Over the past several months, Wayne Memorial High School has slowly but surely been getting a makeover. If you have driven down Glenwood Rd. within the last few months, you may have noticed some trees have been cut down, dirt has been moved, and...

The Wayne Public Library received over $500 worth of new workforce development books. Funding came from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. If you are looking for a new job or want to improve your work skills, visit the library to see if any of these new books can help...