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Luxury seats coming to State Wayne Theater

Are you looking to enhance your movie-going experience? Phoenix Theaters State Wayne is undergoing renovations and will feature fully reclining seats in every auditorium with the latest in digital picture and sound technology. These state-of-the-art features will not change the...

Norwayne earns Historic distinction

The Norwayne neighborhood has had a rich history in the Wayne-Westland area since World War II. Last month they were recognized as a National Historic District. There was a celebration at Jefferson-Barns Elementary School, which is located in the heart of the Norwayne...

November 2014 News Briefs

Holiday Bazaar The First Congregational Church of Wayne, 2 Town Square, will have their annual Holiday Bazaar on Nov. 6 and 7 from 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. and a complete turkey dinner from 5-7 p.m.  The Fair also includes various craft booths,...

The community of Norwayne

By Darlene Hawley – If you grew up in Wayne, you are very familiar with the neighborhood called Norwayne.  Chances are you had (and still have) family members and friends who were residents of that community.  It was bounded by Glenwood and the Rouge River to the south,...

Oakwood prepares for possible Ebola cases

If Ebola is diagnosed in Michigan, Oakwood Health hospitals and staff are prepared and have a comprehensive system-wide approach. Oakwood Hospital-Wayne conducted an Ebola Preparedness drill last month as part of its regular cycle of emergency response training. Emergency room...

What is on the ballot to vote on Nov. 4

By Jenny Johnson – Registered voters in the City of Wayne will have a lot to consider on the November ballot. Voters throughout the State of Michigan will vote for Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, State Senator and State Representative. At the federal level...

Oakwood Wayne honors employee with scholarship

Remembering Alissa – Five years later – By Jenny Johnson – It was not your typical lunch invitation. Rayma Hogan, a 37- year employee at Oakwood Hospital Wayne was invited to lunch in July by former Oakwood CEO Cathy Cronin and Jay Bonnell, controller, Oakwood...

K&S donating car to Wayne family to celebrate 30 years

By Jenny Johnson –  Ray and Jim Kull of K&S Auto Service are always going the extra mile for their customers.  This month they will celebrate their 30th anniversary and they have a special way of recognizing it. They give back to the community by donating a 2006 Ford...

STEP making a difference

Did you know that the City of Wayne is home to one of the most impressive and progressive vocational programs in the state? The Tried and True Thrift Store on Michigan Avenue in Downtown Wayne has been under the ownership of Services To Enhance Potential (STEP) since June of...

2014 New Briefs

Friends needed The annual Friends: People Helping People will take place Sept. 13 at a yet to be selected home in Wayne. Since 1998 the program has helped a homeowner who doesn’t have the ability to keep up with the outside maintenance of their home. The Friends’ volunteers will...