Northwest Wayne News

Wayne State University's softball team split their opening games in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) against Purdue Northwest. The Warriors, now with a 9-14 overall record and 1-1 in the GLIAC, faced off against the Pride, who hold a 16-14 overall record and are 1-3 in conference play.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northeastern Township of Canton charter: Precinct Canton Township 00010

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 611 voters in Northeastern Township of Canton charter: Precinct Canton Township 00010 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Wayne State women's tennis defeats Saginaw Valley in GLIAC opener

Wayne State University's women's tennis team began their conference play with a 5-2 win against Saginaw Valley State at the Greater Midland Tennis Center. This victory marked their first GLIAC match of the season, improving their overall record to 10-5. The center will also host the upcoming GLIAC Tournament starting April 26.

76.2% of Wayne County residents old enough to vote in 2021

Of the 1,789,781 citizens living in Wayne County in 2021, 76.2% were old enough to vote, equating to 1,363,035 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Eastern Township of Canton charter: Precinct Canton Township 00009

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,178 voters in Eastern Township of Canton charter: Precinct Canton Township 00009 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How many companies in cities in Oakland County received FDA inspections in 2023?

There were 22 companies in cities associated with Oakland County that received 23 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

City, residents celebrate completion of 3,000 alleys cleaned of brush and trash since program launched

Detroit residents and city officials came together to celebrate the successful completion of more than 3,000 alleys cleaned through the Alley Clean Up program since its launch in 2020. The initiative, aimed at combating blight and illegal dumping, has significantly improved the quality of life for residents across the city.Mayor Duggan expressed his gratitude towards the program, stating, "The Alley Cleanup program has been one of our most popular and has made a tremendous improvement along thousands of residential blocks now." He also acknowledged the efforts of city...

Wayne State men's tennis loses exhibition match against Northwestern Ohio

Wayne State University's men's tennis team, ranked 24th nationally, faced a challenging match against Northwestern Ohio, the top-ranked team in NAIA. The encounter took place at the Westwood Tennis and Fitness Center in Lima, Ohio, and concluded with a 6-1 victory for Northwestern Ohio. This match was considered an exhibition for Wayne State.

Wayne State softball opens GLIAC play against Purdue Northwest and Parkside

The Wayne State University softball team is set to begin its Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) competition with two home doubleheaders this weekend. The Warriors, who hold an 8-13 overall record, will face Purdue Northwest on Friday at 3:30 p.m. and Parkside on Saturday at 1 p.m.

Wayne State women's track team prepares for new season amidst key athlete departures

Wayne State University's women's outdoor track and field team is set to commence its 2024 season at the Cedarville Yellow Jacket Open this Saturday. Last year, the Warriors secured third place at the GLIAC Outdoor Track and Field Championships, amassing 126 points, marking their second-highest score in program history.

Deadline to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance for 2023 Severe Storms extended to May 8

In response to the extensive damage caused by severe storms in 2023, FEMA has extended the deadline for homeowners and renters in multiple counties to apply for disaster assistance. Individuals impacted by the August 24 - 26 storms are urged to take advantage of this opportunity before the new deadline of May 8, 2024.Those who have already initiated repairs or started their recovery process are still eligible to apply for FEMA assistance. Additionally, individuals who may have initially been deemed ineligible are encouraged to carefully review their FEMA decision letter...

Josh DiCarlo named GLIAC Men's Golfer of the Week

Redshirt senior Josh DiCarlo from Wayne State University's men's golf team has been recognized as the GLIAC Men's Golfer of the Week. This marks the first time in his career that he has received this honor.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Eastern Township of Canton charter: Precinct Canton Township 00008

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,497 voters in Eastern Township of Canton charter: Precinct Canton Township 00008 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Eliza Howell Park Improvement - 184576

The Eliza Howell Park Improvement project has recently received bids for consideration. In response to this development, a document and video have been prepared to guide stakeholders on how to effectively respond to these bids.According to a spokesperson for the project, "We are excited to see the interest and participation from various parties in the bidding process. It is crucial that all responses are carefully considered and in line with the project requirements."The document titled "How to Respond to Bids" aims to provide detailed instructions and guidelines for...

Wayne State women’s tennis prepares for GLIAC opener against Saginaw Valley

Wayne State University's women's tennis team, ranked 16th nationally, is set to begin its Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) play against Saginaw Valley State University on March 29. The match will take place at the Greater Midland Tennis Center, which is also the venue for the upcoming GLIAC Tournament.

Metro Detroit Residents Urged to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance Following 2023 Severe Storms

Residents in Metro Detroit who suffered damage from the August 2023 severe storms are being encouraged to apply for FEMA disaster assistance before the deadline on Monday, April 8, 2024. According to FEMA, homeowners and renters in several counties with uninsured or underinsured damage are eligible for assistance."If you already made repairs or started your recovery, you can still apply," FEMA stated. The agency also clarified that receiving a letter of ineligibility does not necessarily mean applicants cannot expect help, as additional information or documents may be...

Wayne State men's tennis gears up for Ohio matches against top-ranked teams