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Married couple celebrates an amazing milestone - 70 years!

Donald and Marion Mitchell on their wedding day in 1950 and on their 70th wedding anniversary in 2020.

You sometimes hear of longtime romances and love affairs, but you’ll rarely hear one that is longer than the one written by Donald and Marion Mitchell of Riverview.

Doanld and Marion have been married for an amazing 70 years.

To celebrate, the couple’s family arranged a drive-by parade to salute the huge milestone. It was not the party the family would have liked to have had, but it had to do during these pandemic times.

The couple met while attending Melvindale High School, where they each graduated in 1946. Donald went into the Army after graduation and Marion waited for his return.

Their marriage took place at the Allen Park Presbyterian church on June 24, 1950 and the couple built their first home in Allen Park.

Don was an Allen Park school teacher, band director and administrator in Allen Park for many years before going into Administration in the Woodhaven Public Schools.

In 1956, daughter Gail joined

their family and in 1958 another daughter, Lynn, came along. The family outgrew their home in 1969 at which time they found property in Riverview and built a home they fell in love with on 14965 Stoneham Lane (Pheasant Run).

The family grew when Gail married Bruce Vos and Lynn married Bruce Bishop. Gail and Bruce have been married 43 years and have two sons, Justin and Brian Vos. Lynn and Bruce have been married for 37 years and have children Emily, Mark and Taylor. Donald and Marion also now have four great grandchildren Sydney, Walter, Whitney and Henry.

After retirement, Dinald and Marion were “snowbirds,” travelling to Fort Myers every year for nearly 20 years. The retired couple also worked at the Riverview Highlands Golf Course.

Like the rest of us, Don and Marion are anxious for the Coronavirus to be brought under control so they can return to normal life, which for them includes lunch on Fridays with friends at the Sportsmen’s Den.

City of Riverview Summer 2020

Young Patriots Park • Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 p.m July 15 the four of a Kind Band Motown, Frankie Vallie, Queen, Beatles, Journey, Toto, Boston, Kenny Chesney, and many more.

July 22 daniel Harrison and the $2 Highway Not-so-traditional mixture of Country, Rock, Soul and Pop July 29 flight 8pc high energy classic rock group

august 5 Kungfu diesel Rock, country, blues, R&B, punk august 12 american ages Band Rock, classic rock and some new country august 19 Shake down Classic Rock august 26 denise davis & the Motor City Sensations R & B, Funk, Motown, Soul, Classics & Top 40

Please abide by Covid-19 guidelines. Do not come if you have a fever or feel sick, Please Social Distance, Please Wear a Mask. All concerts are subject to change or cancellation.

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FROM THE DESK OF THE MAYOR

Some summer programs go on despite the pandemic City of Riverview

community. remaining difficulties taken care of by care facilities. Use this information My fellow Riverview residents, the Recently, a couple residents asked me the time this article is published. when you are making decisions on how Covid-19 pandemic continues to play about what our Land Preserve does to Still on the front burner are it affects you and your activities around a major role in our everyday lives. We protect the community and environment. negotiations with the fire department town. encourage everyone to follow whatever The Riverview Land Preserve (RLP) union. We are working toward staffing As you know, many summertime the latest CDC guidelines meets or exceeds all state and federal the department with eight full-time events were cancelled with respect to are as they relate to regulations. This means that the soil and the Covid-19 virus. One series of events firefighter paramedics. wearing masks and social groundwater are protected by the bottom These full-time employees will be that is not cancelled is our Concerts distancing. liner system which collects liquid from supplemented with a contingent of in the Park. The concert series started To put into perspective the waste, where it is removed and part-time firefighters, specialists and on Wednesday, July 8, with the band what the Covid-19 virus disposed of. paramedics.

Marleyritaville. andrew means to Riverview, here swift Air quality is protected by use of As you recall, the city council The concerts start at 6:30 and run till are some statistics. the landfill gas collection system, and 8:30. There will be signs reminding you approved a “special assessment” that As of the writing of operational practices to minimize now appears on your summer tax bill. of the social-distancing requirements. this article, Riverview’s population is July 1512,032. theThe four of a Kind Band august 5 Kungfu diesel dust and odors. All operations and The city manager and attorney are now Concerts in the Park will take place approximately number management staff are certified and working on a millage proposal that will every Wednesday through Aug 19. provided to me from the Wayne County Motown, Frankie Vallie, Queen, Beatles, Rock, country, blues, R&B, punk trained. appear on the ballot.ages Band The Splash-Pad at Memorial Park Health DepartmentJourney, is that 203 ofToto, our Boston, Kenny Chesney, august 12November american RLP conducts daily, weekly and To refresh your memory, this is residents have contracted the virus. That is now open to cool your youngsters and many more.

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by Covid-19 guidelines. come if you have aall fever feel cut sick,inPlease Social Distance, a Mask. All concerts are subject to change or cancellation. to respond to a structure fire in our a timely manner. We hope to have any residents of one of our five long-term

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RIVERVIEW SCHOOLS

Camp Invention returns for sixth year Aug. 10-14 Director Amy Farkas and the Riverview Community School District is excited and proud to host Camp Invention for the sixth year in a row.

Camp Invention is the only nationally recognized summer program focused on creativity, innovation, real-world problem solving and the spirit of invention.

Through hands-on programming, Camp Invention encourages children entering kindergarten through sixth grade to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics curriculum inspired by some of the world’s greatest inventors.

Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. This nationwide, nonprofit organization is committed to the curious minds and innovative spirits of the past, present and future.

Since 1990, our education programs have served more than 1.5 million children, and 170,000 teachers and leadership Interns.

This year, because of our exceptional campers and dedication to Camp Invention, Seitz has been chosen to pilot next year’s Camp Invention curriculum.

This curriculum, called Vanguard, will challenge students to: Create Stretch your imagination as you design and build a launching device and dream up a morphing vehicle.

Problem Solve Create a robotic, solar-powered cricket and use hands-on, creative problem solving to outsmart its predators.

Build Confidence Find your voice as a persistent entrepreneur by reverse engineering technology and marketing your inventions.

Riverview’s Camp Invention was granted over $16,000 in scholarship funding to make it possible for camp to cost just $25 per camper. This price is exceptional because the program is already a bargain at the regular price of $225.

Farkas and the district are honored to be hosting Camp Invention Vanguard for live, in person, instruction the week of Aug. 10-14.

We are equally grateful for the opportunity to expose 90 campers, nine Leaders In Training, 12 Mentors and Instructors to the amazing STEM experience and programming that Camp Invention provides.

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School district again offers Summer Enrichment program The Riverview Community School District’s 2020 Summer Enrichment program is running from July 6 – Aug. 6 and will be divided into two 2 ½ week sessions. Students will attend their classes either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. with a lunch being provided for all. Classes will be held at the Seitz–Huntington Complex, 17800 Kennebec.

The classes we have this year are as follows: Monday/Wednesday Classes • Super Scientists (grades K)—Explore the scientific world through “hands-on” lessons and activities about plants, animals, sea life, etc. with Ms. Hoying.

• Reading/Writing Workshop for Kindergarten (grade K)—Improve your reading and writing skills through a variety of fun activities with Ms. H. DeRosia.

• Picture Book STEM (grades K-2)— Integrate engaging picture books with fun hands-on STEM activities. Get ready to be inspired through reading, engineering, tinkering, and inventing with Ms. Gajewski.

• Learning is Fun! (grades 1-2)—Learning can be so much fun! Enjoy fun activities in music, art, science, math, reading, exploration, and movement with Ms. Vollmerhausen.

• Author Exploration (grades 1-2)—Explore and read a variety of different authors with Ms. SextonGrunwald.

• Multiplication Madness (grades 2-3)—Learn the basics of multiplication and multiplication facts through the use of manipulatives, patterns, and games with Ms. Avery.

• EV3 Robotics (grade 3)—Roll into the world of Lego Robotics with lessons on building and programming robots to complete multi-level challenges and activities with Mr. Laginess.

• Reading/Writing Workshop for Upper Elementary (grades 4-5)— Improve your reading and writing skills through a variety of fun activities with Ms. A. DeRosia.

• Drama Techniques 101 (grades 4-8)—Learn every aspect of creating a drama performance both onstage and backstage with Mr. Hoying.

• Road trip USA (grades 5-8)—Sick of being stuck inside and at home? Travel the US by developing and researching a road trip of the places and adventures you would want to see with Mr. Zachary.

• Heroes & Villains (grades 6-9)— What makes someone a hero or a villain? Explore fictional and real-life heroes and villains using your powers of reading, writing, debating, acting, and creating with Ms. Genig.

Tuesday/Thursday Classes • Math for Little Minds (grades K)—Learn a variety of math concepts such as adding, subtracting, telling time, etc. by using and creating manipulatives with Mrs. Hoying.

• Picture Book STEM (grades K-2)— Integrate engaging picture books with fun hands-on STEM activities. Get ready to be inspired through reading, engineering, tinkering, and inventing with Ms. Gajewski.

• Learning is Fun! (grades 1-2)—Learning can be so much fun! Enjoy fun activities in music, art, science, math, reading, exploration, and movement with Ms. Vollmerhausen.

• Reading/Writing Workshop for Lower Elementary (grades 1-2)—Improve your reading and writing skills through a variety of fun activities with Ms. H. DeRosia.

• Author Exploration (grades 1-2)—Explore and read a variety of different authors with Ms. SextonGrunwald.

• Reading/Writing Workshop for Second and Third Grade (grades 2-3)— Improve your reading and writing skills through a variety of fun activities with Ms. A. DeRosia.

• DIY Arts and Crafts (grades 3-5)—Enjoy SEE SCHOOL, Page 26

School district begins cautious summer workouts for RCHS athletics As schools begin the slow start up for the summer workouts, Riverview Community School District athletes will be expected to adhere to the following list of rules.

Please note: We are only allowing fall sports to begin at this time.

• To decrease potential exposure to respiratory droplets, athletes and coaches will practice social distancing of at least six feet apart.

• All participants must wear a face covering or mask during activity, unless the activity is outside and the 6 feet social distancing rule is being observed.

A lightweight, non- restrictive, face covering is recommended. A cloth mask is acceptable.

• Practices can only be done outside at this time.

• Athletes must bring their own water bottles. Any athlete that does not show up with their own water bottle will not be allowed to participate. Personal hand sanitizer is suggested.

• If a student or coach is ill they are not allowed to attend practice. Parents, we need your help on this.

• Athletes and coaches will need to do a pre-workout/practice screening prior to participating. This will be done before every athletic practice or training session by the coach running the practice or training session.

• If you are not comfortable with your child participating, that is okay, at this point it is voluntary and there will not be consequences.

• Coaches will train athletes on how practices will be safely run until we can fully open inside as well as outside.

• Athletes and coaches are expected to disinfect areas and equipment following practice. * Equipment will not be shared during athletic practices and training without being disinfected first.

• After every practice, athletes should take their clothes home and wash them daily • • Coaches cannot meet with students until the coaches have gone through protocol training.

Locker rooms and bathrooms will not be available at this time.

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LEGAL NOTICES CITY OF RIVERVIEW NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE AUGUST 4, 2020 STATE/COUNTY PRIMARY ELECTION To the Qualified Electors of the City of Riverview, Wayne County: Please take Notice that any qualified elector of Riverview who is not already registered, may register to vote at the office of the City Clerk; the office of the County Clerk; a Secretary of State branch office, or other designated state agency.

Registration forms can be obtained at mi.gov/vote and mailed to the City Clerk.

Voters who are already registered may update their registration at www.expressSOS. com. The last day to register in any manner other than in-person with the local clerk is Monday, July 20, 2020. After this date, anyone who qualifies as an elector may register to vote in person with proof of residency (MCL 168.492) at the City Clerk’s office, located at 14100 Civic Park Drive, Riverview, Michigan, 48193, at the following times: • Regular business hours: Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Saturday, August 1, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Election Day, Tuesday, August 4, 2020, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Riverview will be voting on the following Contests and Wayne County Proposals: PARTISAN SECTION: Democratic Candidate Contests for United States Senator, Representative in Congress, Representative in State Legislature, Wayne County: Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff, Clerk, Treasurer, Register of Deeds, County Commissioner, County Convention Delegates; Republican Candidate Contests: United States Senator, Representative in Congress, Representative in State Legislature; Wayne County: Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff, Clerk, Treasurer, Register of Deeds, County Commissioner, County Convention Delegates.

NONPARTISAN SECTION: Judge of the 3rd Circuit Court Non-Incumbent Position PROPOSAL SECTION: Proposal O - Operating Millage Renewal, Proposal P Parks Millage Renewal.

A complete copy of the Proposal may be viewed at www.cityofriverview.com on the City Clerk’s Voter Information Page.

A sample ballot may be viewed at www.cityofriverview.com when available.

Persons with special needs as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the clerk’s office.

Cynthia M. Hutchison, City Clerk CITY OF RIVERVIEW, COUNTY OF WAYNE, STATE OF MICHIGAN NOTICE OF CITY GENERAL ELECTION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020 TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF RIVERVIEW: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a City General Election will be held in the City of Riverview, Wayne County, Michigan, on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM prevailing Eastern Time to elect the following: PARTISAN SECTION Democratic Candidate Contests for United States Senator, Representative in Congress, Representative in State Legislature, Wayne County: Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff, Clerk, Treasurer, Register of Deeds, County Commissioner, County Convention Delegates; Republican Candidate Contests: United States Senator, Representative in Congress, Representative in State Legislature; Wayne County: Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff, Clerk, Treasurer, Register of Deeds, County Commissioner, County Convention Delegates NONPARTISAN SECTION Judge of the 3rd Circuit Court Non-Incumbent Position

PROPOSAL SECTION Proposal O - Operating Millage Renewal, Proposal P Parks Millage Renewal.

All persons voting in this election must provide appropriate photo identification or complete an affidavit in order to vote. Any person voting in this election must be: a citizen of the United States of America, over eighteen years of age, and a registered elector of the City of Riverview.

Further, the New Voting Precincts will be held in the following locations: Precinct l - Riverview High School Gymnasium, 12431 Longsdorf (Quarry Road Entrance) Precinct 2- Riverview City Hall Gymnasium, 14100 Civic Park Drive (Gym Entrance) Precinct 3 - Seitz Middle School Cafeteria, l7800 Kennebec (North Entrance – Auditorium) Precinct 4 - Forest Elementary School Gymnasium, l9400 Hampton All electors who are registered with the city clerk in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election. Sample ballots can be found at www.mi.gov/vote. To comply with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), voting instructions will be available in audio format and in Braille. Arrangements for obtaining the instructions in these alternative formats can be made by contacting the city clerk in advance of the election. All polling locations are accessible for voters with disabilities.

This public notice is given in accordance with Section 168.653(a) of the Michigan Election Law as amended.

Cynthia M. Hutchison, City Clerk CITY OF RIVERVIEW ELECTION NOTICE PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST Notice is hereby given that a Public Accuracy Test will be conducted for the purpose of certifying the program and scanning devices used to process voter ballots for the Presidential Primary Wayne County Special Election to be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, in the City of Riverview, Wayne County, Michigan. Said Test is open to the public and any concerned parties may witness the test on Wednesday, July 28, 2020, at 3:00 PM at City of Riverview Municipal Building, City Services Conference Room, 14100 Civic Park Drive, Riverview, Michigan. 48193.

Cynthia M. Hutchison, City Clerk

A reminder about recreational vehicles

The city of Riverview would like to remind residents about storage of their recreational vehicles.

Here is the ordinance: Any owner, holder, possessor or storer of any recreational equipment or vehicles may park or store such equipment or vehicles subject to the following conditions: 1) Recreational equipment or vehicles parked or stored may not have fixed connections to electricity, water, gas or sanitary sewer facilities, and at no time shall this equipment be used for living, sleeping or housekeeping purposes.

2) If the recreational equipment or vehicle is parked or stored outside a garage, it shall be parked or stored to the rear of the front building of the lot. The setback requirement in the side or rear yard shall be a minimum of two feet.

3) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (2) of this section, recreational equipment and vehicles may be parked on the premises, except on the front lawn, for a period of not more than 72 hours.

4) All recreational equipment and vehicles must be kept in good repair and carry a current year’s license of registration.

5) No person shall park any recreational equipment or vehicle on streets, alleys, highways or other public places longer than 72 hours unless such equipment or vehicle is continuously absent for 24 hours from the location. The police chief may extend parking longer than 72 hours when proof of hardship exists, but not more than two weeks.

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CULINARY CAPERS Rhubarb. It’s a vegetable treated as a fruit (i.e., rhubarb desserts and rhubarb jams) because of its high acid content.

Not only is rhubarb a favorite summer baking and cooking ingredient, but it’s also nutritious and low in calories with lots of vitamins (including Vitamin K) and contains EVELYN CAIRNS practically no fat or choRiverview lesterol.

Register If you’re a baseball fan, you know that the word rhubarb has been slang for a heated quarrel or fight between umpires and team managers for decades. The instant replay has taken care of that.

Strawberries, another summer favorite, are popular rhubarb partners and much more versatile than the tart vegetable.

I took advantage of the current abundance of both rhubarb and strawberries by baking a delicious rhubarb bread from a recipe on the Land O Lakes website and making strawberry rhubarb jam and two amazingly simple plain strawberry jams from recipes in my archived jam file. One of the latter two has only two ingredients and is cooked in the microwave for 10 minutes. By the way, July is National Strawberry Month.

RHUBARB STREUSEL BREAD For the bread: 1 cup sugar ½ cup butter, softened 1/3 cup orange juice 2 large eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1½ cups (about 3 medium stalks fresh rhubarb, sliced into ¼-inch pieces) For the streusel: 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon butter, melted 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour an 8x4-inch loaf pan; set aside.

Combine 1 cup sugar and ½ cup butter in a mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy. Add orange juice and eggs, and beat at low speed just until mixed (mix-

ture will look slightly curdled). Stir in the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt just until moistened. Gently stir in the rhubarb (batter will be thick). Set aside 1½ cups of the batter, then spread the remainder into the prepared pan.

Combine streusel ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle half of the crumbs over the batter in the pan and press gently into the batter.

Carefully spread the reserved batter into the pan and top with the remaining streusel, pressing it into the batter.

Bake 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes and remove from the pan.

(Notes: If, desired, the bread can be baked in a 9x5-inch loaf pan for 60 to 65 minutes. Once the loaf is completely cooled, it can be wrapped in aluminum foil and refrigerated. It freezes well, too.)

STRAWBERRY RHUBARB FREEZER JAM 2 ½ cups chopped rhubarb 2 ½ cups chopped strawberries 2 cups sugar 3-ounce package strawberry Jell-O Mix together the rhubarb,strawberries and sugar. Cook until juicy and rhubarb is tender. Add Jell-O and cook about 1 minute, or until dissolved. Poor into jars, cool and freeze.

THREE-INGREDIENT STRAWBERRY JAM 4 cups halved strawberries 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice Combine strawberries and sugar in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer 1 hour or until thick, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Transfer to containers, cool and store in refrigerator up to a month.

TWO-INGREDIENT STRAWBERRY JAM 2 cups strawberries 1/3 cup granulated sugar Mash berries and sugar in a 2½-quart, at least, bowl (not smaller, or the jam will boil over). Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Cool completely.

Makes about 1 cup.

(Contact Evycairns@aol.com with questions, recipe requests, contributions and comments.)

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Through the years, a look at Summertime in Riverview Maybe it’s just me but, I’m sure there are those of you who think: “Here’s the 4th of July, and just like that, here is Labor Day, and you ask yourself, “What happened to summer?”

Anyway, among the War Holiday’s we commemorate, a key factor is usually the number of casualties there were during these conflicts.

Often you find POWMIA flags displayed GERALD along with the US. PERRY Riverview Flags. While it is noble Register and right that we honor the war dead, do you ever wonder what happened to the POW- MIAs from all these wars?

Every now and then we hear of a body being discovered and then returned to the U. S. for burial.

Locally, the one I know of was our own Pvt. Paul Terry, a Korean War casualty.

But what about those still classified missing? I’m sure their parents or siblings wonder about them.

The ones still missing that are included are: • World War I -- 3,350. (Wikipedia) • World War II -- 72,000 remain unaccounted for. (“Defense POWMIA accounting agency).

• Korean War -- 7,800 remain unaccounted for. As of 2005 the search was suspended due to security concerns with North Korea. (“Defense POW-MIA accounting agency).

• Vietnam War -- 1,587 remain unaccounted for (Defense POW-MIA accounting agency).

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by Memorial Day, and D Day, the invasion of Nazi-held Europe.

In one day, the United States lost 1,465 soldiers. In total, the US. lost 9,386 to World War II. Rest in peace, all you heroes!

This 4th of July Day, also known as Independence Day, has gotten past us, too. Let us not forget those who fought for us to become a free nation. Free from the bonds of the dictatorship of Great Britain and their mighty Army.

The 4th of July has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution in July of 1776.

In years past, the early 1960s, the City of Riverview celebrated Independence Day with a slew of activities, such as a parade with Floats, Marching bands, sponsored by the American Legion Post 389, a St. Andrews Pipe Band, an Ox Roast, a greased pig chase, a Miss Riverview Contest Pageant, luau dance, water ball fights held by the Fire Department, go-cart races, fireworks, and a whole lot more.

But as all good things must come to an end, it did.

For a long while it was hard to resurrect. Volunteers were hard to come by and so the celebration fell on hard times, until a fellow by the name of Mike Shea, Recreation Director, and his gang of hard workers, namely Barb Olsen, Marvin Morris and others, resurrected the celebration and moved it to later in the summer. That became Riverview Days, which later became Summerfest.

Thanks to a very active Council, the celebration continues under Recreation Director Todd Dickman and his department workers.

Have a nice summer everyone.

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The iconic ‘R’ at high school gets a facelift “Erect a landscaped hill containing the “R” for Riverview Community High School.”

This is how the Project Description started for the Eagle Project of Paul Swift 20 years ago on June 10.

The Eagle Project required the approval of the Scoutmaster, Steven Washburn, the Riverview Community High School Principal Charlie Pike, and the City of Riverview.

Once Paul had approval from the three parties he Workers repair the 20-year-old “R” in the berm in front of the high school began his fundraising campaign. He solicited donations from friends, family, parent clubs, civic groups, local businesses and school administration. In the end almost $1,500 was raised.

Once funding was secured the procurement of materials and construction planning sessions began. At this point it was pretty clear several entities and organizations had to work closely together to make this project happen.

The first step in took place on Saturday, June stones. While that was being to Riverview High School’s construction was the 10, 2000. done, parents were pulling Pirate Cove area. Second, assembling of the massive The “R” was delivered from weeds that had invaded the was the “EF” insignia at “R.” The Riverview symbol Swift’s house to the corner of spreading yew.

Edsel Ford High School was constructed of 25 eight Quarry and Longsdorf by Ron Over the years there have in Dearborn. My goal was foot 2x4s, 26 “L” brackets, Miller Towing on his flatbed been thousands of pictures of to make a contribution to 254 lag bolts, 300 washers, tow truck. With about a dozen students, graduating seniors, the City of Riverview by and one gallon of special Boy Scouts from Riverview school groups and clubs all recognizing the Riverview “Maroon” paint.

Troop 1659 and their parents posing with the Riverview High School with a similar The “R” stands twelve feet the iconic “R” berm was “R.” With so many admirers type of long-lasting tall and 13 feet wide. completed in about 6 hours. working their way up and monument as my Eagle As the “R” was being built Fast forward to June 2020 down and over the berm for Project.” the berm was being laid out and we find the “R” is in need over 20 years the berm has He was also asked if he by employees of the school of some major repair. required regular raking of ever thought that his project district. Using a front end The school system has done the decorative stone and the would still be here after 20 loader the berm was groomed a great job maintaining the addition of mulch. years? into the shape it is today. berm but the time had come When asked: Who or what “Honestly, the way we Due to a miscalculation of for a facelift. inspired you to do this as your designed and constructed the the amount of dirt required, With help from Boy Scouts Eagle Project?

“R” I was hoping it would additional dirt was donated from Troop 1659 and Troop Swift replied, “The last a lifetime,” he said. “I from the Riverview Land 1795 the berm recently inspiration that drove the am thankful for the several Preserve. received the upkeep it needed. development of the “R” different groups of people that The berm contains a couple Swift and the volunteers project was from a couple had graciously volunteered hundred yards of fill dirt and replaced several of the sources. First, was Travis to do basic maintenance and 50 yards of topsoil. It stands 6 weather damaged portions of Gottlin who had just upkeep with mulching and feet tall, 56 feet wide and 30 the “R” and spread out three completed his Eagle Project replacing the wearing sections feet from front to back. yards of red mulch and half a year or so prior which of wood over the years.

Swift’s Eagle Project itself yard of new red decorative included an improvement With our recent repairs and

painting, I am hopeful that it lasts another 20 years and beyond.”

Swift had this advice for future Boy Scouts and for their Eagle Projects: “I would share with them that the sky’s the limit. Pick something that hits home, something that they are passionate about to focus on. Then based on that premise, develop an idea that would benefit the community.

“Follow that with creating a concept and most importantly take the time to carefully plan out the project, start to finish.

You’ll get out of it what you put into it. Be proud to be a Boy Scout and continue to strive to obtain Eagle. Once an Eagle, always an Eagle!”

Swift said he is happy his project continues to be a source of community pride.

“I am so happy and proud, not to mention incredibly humbled, to continuously see all of the photos on Facebook or in the newspapers that Riverview High School students, teams, groups, graduates and others have taken by the “R,” he said.

“And I look forward to seeing more in the future. Plus it is likely the only Eagle Project you can see from outer space!”

Swift thanked Boy Scout Troops 1659 and 1795 for volunteering to assist in the much-needed facelift. From Riverview Troop 1659 were Landon Eichler, Thomas Roberts, Christian Lancina, Donald Spurloch and John Strassner. Also on hand to help were scouts Evan McDonald, Quin Kent and Amy Maloney from Troop 1795.

Swift also thanked Ron Miller from Miller Towing for not only delivering the “R’ back in 2000, but also for his help in pulling it back into place during the restoration.

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Local officials display ceremonial “reopening” of the region “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…”

The partial quote from Charles Dickens’ 1859 novel A Tale of Two Cities could be a reflection on recent times during the worldwide pandemic known as COVID-19.

DAVE While the coronavirus GORGON brought much of the Riverview Register globe to a grinding halt to life as we knew it, dozens of leaders from the Downriver area went on record to support a return to the “best of times” during a ceremonial “reopening” of the region on July 1 in Taylor.

The afternoon gathering, called “Reopening Downriver,” laid the groundwork for a Downriver business recovery designed to get businesses back on the path to success, while encouraging residents to shop locally and promote their favorite businesses using “#SupportDownriver” in social media posts.

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Downriver business and government leaders stressed the need for a “united region,” citing a joint resolution adopted by the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Downriver Community Conference (DCC). The resolution suggests several phases necessary for economic recovery: support for Downriver municipalities, workforce development and support for local small businesses.

The ceremony was broadcast live on the Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. At the end of a series of addresses, participants gathered for a ceremonial ribbon cutting. A number of lawn signs created by Taylor-based MI Custom Signs containing the #SupportDownriver message were distributed.

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REOPENING Continued from page 18 person economic activity safely and responsibility,” summed up Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ronald Hinrichs.

During his address, Hinrichs said the pandemic spoiled “the best economy in most if not all of our lifetimes.” He said the campaign is meant to help return businesses to economic prosperity.

“It’s going to take our entire community coming together to save businesses and jobs by shopping small and local,” said Hinrichs, who lives in Riverview.

Hinrichs urged state and federal leadership to provide additional grant funding for businesses seeking personal protection equipment during the pandemic.

DCC Executive Director Jim Perry said there is a push to get federal financial support for “local municipalities who have been significantly impacted as a result of the pandemic.” He said the DCC will continue to provide job training and other services.

Other officials made announcements designed to deal with improving the business and economic

climate. Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabris said there would be no foreclosures into March 2021.

He said it is important for property owners to keep their properties, to keep businesses alive and to keep people employed. He urged people to get on a tax payment plan, if necessary, through the Treasurer’s office website.

Keynote speaker Michael Patrick Shields, a former Wyandotte and Grosse Ile resident, told a story about how he received advice along the way to his successful career by reaching out to successful business and government leaders, including President George Herbert Walker Bush and Downriver industrialist Heinz Prechter, who lived on Grosse Ile at the time. Now a veteran radio personality and host of Spotlight Media Studios’ “Michigan’s Big Show,” Shields indicated anyone needing help should ask for it.

To learn more about the #SupportDownriver campaign and to view downloadable letters, social media banners and fliers, visit the website www. swcrc.com/SupportDownriver. For more information about DCC services and programs, visit www.

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of his speaking points was on the late Downriver industrialist Heinz Prechter of Grosse Ile.

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Admit it or not, everyone snacks— but not always healthily. Here are a few tips to help you snack smarter.

1. Keep chewing. Did you know that a fully chewed bite can mean moving your jaw up and down 40 times? Studies show that people who chew thoroughly feel fuller than those who skimp on chewing.

2. Fill gaps with snacks. Finding it hard to fit in the recommended servings of fruits and veggies each day?

Consider snacking on frozen grapes or celery with peanut butter to fill nutritional gaps in your diet.

3. Plan your snacks. The brownbag approach never fails. Pack your snacks yourself so you aren’t stuck running to a vending machine for sugar-laden munchies when hunger strikes.

Do’s and Don’ts of Back Pain Got back pain? You’re not alone.

Consider these do’s and don’ts to help you get through it.

DO: Strengthen your core. Regular exercise strengthens important core muscle groups including obliques, pelvic floor and deep abdominals.

DON’T: Sleep on your stomach.

Stomach sleepers put the largest amount of pressure on their spine, head and neck at night, leading to pain during the day.

DO: Stay hydrated. Because most of our body is water, it needs proper,

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DON’T: Sit for long periods of time. If you sit behind a desk all day set a reminder to get up and move at least once each hour.

DO: Get your spine checked. You shouldn’t have to live in pain and chiropractic care can help correct the underlying issue.

Exercise For the Elderly Aging means celebrating the best years of your life with the ones you love. For some, it might mean traveling. For others, relaxing. Whatever it means to you, making time for exercise in your elder years is crucial.

To start, it’s important to condition the mind to accept the challenges that may come with physical exertion.

Don’t do this by setting out to run five miles after a year of inactivity.

Instead, set small goals like adding a quarter-mile to your walk each day until you feel like you’re back in the workout groove.

This will also help you avoid unnecessary injury.

To improve balance and lower the likelihood of falls during activity, consider getting adjusted.

Many seniors consult our practice to improve joint range of motion, reduce postural issues and increase a sense of well-being.

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Area residents looking for a safe and secure way to destroy confidential personal paper documents are invited to Free Shred Day from noon to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Riverview Land Preserve, 20863 Grange.

Up to three “banker boxes” of documents may be brought to the land preserve for shredding on site using a shredding truck.

The drive-through event will destroy such documents as receipts, bank statements, medical records, old tax documents, utility invoices and credit card offers – items that contain

sensitive information (such as name, address, social security numbers, account numbers, etc.) that the resident no longer needs.

Jeff Dobek, assistant city manager in Riverview and director of the Land Preserve, said Shred Day promotes recycling, keeping paper out of landfills, and is a great way to fight identity theft.

The shredded paper will be recycled. Each ton of recycled paper can save 17 trees, 380 gallons of oil, 7,000 gallons of water and 4,000 kilowatts of energy – enough to power the average home for six months.

“Instead of ending up in a landfill, the documents will be shredded, taken away and recycled,” Dobek said.

The event will be held rain or shine.

Rubber bands, paperclips, staples

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At the Riverview Land Preserve, “we’re always looking for ways to improve and operate the finest modern-day landfill,” Dobek said. “We’re also committed to local residents, customers and our community partners to providing highquality recycling options to protect environmental resources.”

Free Shred Day is “our contribution to the communities that we work with every day,” he said. “We want to do our part. We’re the Downriver communities’ repository.”

The Riverview Land Preserve is a Michigan-based, licensed, Type II (non-hazardous) solid waste landfill facility owned and operated by the

city since 1968. The facility design and operation exceed both state and federal regulations, making it possible to manage a variety of non-hazardous wastes in an environmentally responsible manner.

The Riverview Land Preserve facilities and services are designed to meet the needs of municipal, commercial and industrial clients.

The site is an important regional resource that serves Riverview and the Downriver communities of Allen Park, Brownstown Township, Ecorse, Flat Rock, Gibraltar, Grosse Ile, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, River Rouge, Rockwood, Southgate, Taylor, Trenton, Woodhaven and Wyandotte.

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City Hall Blood Drive set for Aug. 26 Riverview City Hall, 14100 Civic Park Drive, will host a blood drive Aug. 26 from 1- 7 p.m. The event will be held in the building’s activities rooms.

You must pre-register to give blood and you can do so by calling Barb at 734-281-4201 or by logging on to redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: Riverview). Online registrants will have the opportunity to fill out health history questions and thereby save time the day of the blood drive.

People giving blood in August will automatically be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a trip for four to Cedar Pointe.

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Sydney Robinson is a mostly self-taught artist, who recently won academic scholarships on the local and state level in the annual VFW art contest. Her watercolor painting of a veteran in front if the American flag won the local competition and placed second at the state competition. Sydney has been painting and drawing since she was in elementary school and aside from a few pastel lessons in the sixth grade, is self taught. She has sold a few commissioned pieces, sold a piece at auction at the Downriver Council for the Arts and has been featured for her work on Fox 2 News. The 2020 Riverview Community High School grad is headed to the Specs Howard School of Media Arts to study graphic design.

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Continued from page 6 creating different DIY arts and crafts with Ms. Millner.

• EV3 Robotics (grade 4)—Roll into the world of Lego Robotics with lessons on building and programming robots to complete multi-level challenges and activities with Mr. Laginess.

• Spanish Connection (grades 4-6)—Enjoy learning introductory and high frequency phrases along with practicing basic conversations through songs, crafts, and cultural exploration with Ms. Frost.

• Drama Techniques 101 (grades 4-8)—Learn every aspect of creating a drama performance both onstage and backstage with Mr. Hoying.

• Stock Market Simulation (grades 5-9)—Explore the stock market and compete against your classmates to create the most valuable portfolio with Mr. Zachary.

• Algebra Boot Camp (grades 6-10)—Strengthen basic algebra skills to help you succeed in your math classes with Mr. Betway.

Registration for the second session starts on July 8th through July 17th. Check My Payments Plus to register your son or daughter for these amazing classes. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Derrick DiBrano at ddibrano@ riverviewschools.com or (734) 2852043 ext. 3121.

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