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For the 2022-23 school year, Wayne-Westland Community School District reported a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 92 less students being enrolled.

Wayne State women's golf finishes 10th at Emerald Coast Collegiate

The Wayne State University women's golf team concluded its participation in the Emerald Coast Collegiate tournament, hosted by Missouri-St. Louis, with a 10th-place finish among 17 teams. The event took place over three days in Destin, Florida.

Wayne State swimmers compete in NCAA Championships

The Wayne State University men's and women's swimming and diving teams commenced their participation in the NCAA Championships at the SPIRE Institute in Geneva, Ohio. The competition, which spans five days, saw the Warriors compete in the 800 free relay and have three divers advance to subsequent events.

Deadline is Friday to submit nominations for Detroit Poet Laureate and Detroit Composer Laureate

The deadline for nominations for Detroit's new Poet Laureate and Composer Laureate is Friday, March 15, 2024. Both positions are fully funded through the Ford Foundation."As Detroit continues to come back, we are making it a priority to create beauty along the way," said Mayor Duggan. "Beauty can take many forms, including the spoken word and musical compositions. Establishing the roles of Poet Laurate and Composer Laureate is one way we can highlight, celebrate and develop the incredible talent we have in our city."The previous Poet Laureate, the late Naomi Long...

Wayne State fencers selected for NCAA Championship participation

Two athletes from Wayne State University have been chosen to participate in the 2024 NCAA Fencing Championships, according to an announcement by the NCAA. Sophomore Ludovica Mancini from Rome, Italy, will compete in the women's foil category, while junior Eyad Marouf from Alexandria, Egypt, will represent the men's team in sabre.

New Data Shows Significant Reductions in Violent Crime in Detroit's ShotStoppers Program

New data from Detroit’s ShotStoppers community violence intervention (CVI) program reveal remarkable progress in reducing violent crime in the city. According to Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison, four of the City’s six CVI Zones witnessed substantial decreases in homicides and non-fatal shootings during the program’s second quarter.Deputy Mayor Bettison highlighted the success of the program, stating, “While still early in the program, the results show immense promise. Every quarter is a chance for us to see which strategies are working and how adjustments can be made, and we...

Livonia Public Schools School District welcomed 13,304 students in 2022-23 school year

For the 2022-23 school year, Livonia Public Schools School District reported a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 81 less students being enrolled.

Rob Lee Jr. earns spot on GLIAC All-Tournament Team

Rob Lee, Jr. from Wayne State University has been recognized as one of the top performers in the recent GLIAC tournament. The Flint native was among five players named to the GLIAC All-Tournament team after averaging 20 points per game and shooting 55 percent from the field during his team's two matches.

Wayne State fencers shine at African Zonal Championships

Two Wayne State University fencers participated in the Junior & Cadet African Zonal Championships at the Cairo International Stadium in Egypt. Men's fencer Zeyad Nofal and women's fencer Salma Abdrabou represented their university and country in this competition.

Tyrone Wheatley inducted into NFHS Hall of Fame

Wayne State University's head football coach, Tyrone Wheatley, has been chosen for induction into the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) National Hall of Fame. This announcement marks Wheatley as the ninth individual from Michigan to receive this honor and the second associated with Wayne State University, following former softball coach Diane Laffey.

Wayne State women's golf team drops to eighth at Emerald Coast Collegiate

The Wayne State University women's golf team experienced a shift in their standings during the second day of the Emerald Coast Collegiate in Destin, Florida. The team moved from fifth to eighth place as they prepare for the final round scheduled for Tuesday at 10 a.m. eastern time.

Wayne State swimmers head to NCAA Championships

The Wayne State University men's and women's swimming and diving teams are set to compete in the NCAA Championships. The event will take place from Tuesday through Saturday at the SPIRE Institute Aquatics Center in Geneva, Ohio. Each day, preliminaries will start at 10 a.m., with diving prelims at 1 p.m., and finals at 5:30 p.m.

Enrollment at Plymouth-Canton Community Schools decreased by 0.4% compared to previous school year

By NW Wayne News | Mar 10, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools reported a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 72 less students being enrolled.

Wayne State's women's golf ranks fifth at Emerald Coast Collegiate

By NW Wayne News | Mar 10, 2024

Wayne State University's women's golf team is in fifth place after the first round of the Emerald Coast Collegiate tournament, marking their first spring event of the 2023-24 season. The competition, which includes 17 teams, saw Wayne State shoot a total score of 305 (+21) during Sunday's play.

Which former NW Wayne News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

These former NW Wayne News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.

NW Wayne News area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the NW Wayne News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Wayne State falls short in GLIAC semifinals against Ferris State

The Wayne State University men's basketball team concluded its 2023-24 season with a loss in the GLIAC Semifinals against Ferris State University. The Warriors, who ended their season with a 14-15 record, were unable to maintain their nine-point halftime lead, ultimately falling 91-81 to the Bulldogs.

Wayne State men's golf wins first tournament of season

The Wayne State University men's golf team secured its first victory of the 2023-24 season by winning the Davis & Elkins' Battle at Brunswick. Due to weather conditions, no play occurred on Saturday, making Friday's 27 holes the final result. The Warriors topped the 10-team field with a score of 431 (-1), with Mat Hawryluk earning medalist honors for the second time in his career, scoring 106 (-2).

Wayne State hosts regional fencing event; results impact NCAA championship selections