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There were 7,144 students enrolled in Northville Public Schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

Wayne State fencers earn All-Conference honors from CCFC

Seven members of the Wayne State University fencing team have been recognized with All-Conference honors by the Central Collegiate Fencing Conference (CCFC). The conference, which includes seven member institutions such as Cleveland State and Ohio State, selects honorees based on their contributions both on and off the strip.

Wayne State women conclude day two at NCAA swimming championships

The Wayne State University women's swimming and diving team completed the second day of finals at the 2024 NCAA Championships in Geneva, Ohio. Jordan Fox, hailing from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, delivered a strong performance by finishing sixth in the 1000 free event.

Wayne State competes at NCAA championships preliminaries

The Wayne State University women's swimming and diving team participated in the preliminary events on Wednesday morning at the 2024 NCAA Championships held in Geneva, Ohio.

Upcoming Hearings on Building Developments in Detroit

The Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Special Land Use Hearings scheduled for March 13th, 2024, in Detroit will address several proposed development projects in the city.One of the cases to be discussed involves the development of a Neighborhood Center on vacant land in an M4 Zoning District. The proposed use includes a horse-riding facility, education, and community space. The specific location for this project is 2701 Fenkell Ave. The meeting details for this case can be accessed through the provided Zoom link and Meeting ID.Another case on the agenda...

Wayne-Westland Community School District Education: 9,790 students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

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...

Dearborn Public Library to host monthly FOLD Book and Media Sale on Mar. 13

By NW Wayne News Report | Mar 12, 2024

The Friends of the Library Dearborn (FOLD) will host their monthly book and media sale on Wednesday, Mar. 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave.

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