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Pickleball explodes Downriver

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Totally street legal

Simsonian 5K celebrates its great tradition

... To date, more than $51,000 have been awarded throughout race history. All proceeds from the race go to the Steve Sims Leadership Scholarship.

The 21st annual Simsonian 5K Kick-Off Classic gobigmultimedia.com/riverview-register

...The game is considered easy to play, low impact and appeals to a wide range of people, from children to senior citizens. It’s a game resembling tennis in which players use paddles to hit a perforated plastic ball over a net and can be played outdoors or indoors. A typical game is doubles with two players on each side of the court.

The sport has become so popular that Island Athletics on Grosse Ile has expanded pickleball court time to meet the demands of members. Same with the YMCA in Southgate. And at the ceremonial groundbreaking of The Bank Tower in Southgate, the builder announced that pickleball courts would be part of the apartment’s outdoor recreational facilities.

Many Downriver players can’t get enough pickleball.

Grosse Ile resident Lisa Blanzy-Glines, who has been playing for three years, now competes about five times a week: outdoors in Riverview, Wyandotte and Woodhaven, indoors at Island Athletics and sometimes in Ann Arbor for lessons and drills.

At A Glance Regarding Proposal 1

Voting YES will again offer both an in-person and virtual race option for all to enjoy.

Means: NO.

It’s up to you... Riverview! A ballot proposal regarding marijuana is on the Aug. 8, 2023, primary ballot.

The Grosse Ile traditional in-person race will be held Saturday August 19, 2023, at Grosse Ile High School 7800 Grays Drive. All participants can register before August 19 on runsignup.com. You can also sign-up on race day at the Grosse Ile High School track.

The One Mile (1) Fun Run/Walk begins at 8:30 a.m. with the 5K race starting at 9 a.m.

The course is a fast, flat course with views of the Detroit River and natural areas, with a finish on the Grosse Ile High School track. Runners receive a coveted T-shirt, DJ’d after race party, refreshments, and great raffle prizes (must be present to win).

For those who cannot join us in-person, the Friends of Sims are offering the wildly popular alternative Virtual Race experience, with the window of competition from Aug. 1 to Aug. 18, 2023. You can use your GPS to map your 5K and run, walk, or crawl your own race, at your own place, at your own pace. If you are not able to participate in the live or virtual events, supporters can donate and help advance this most worthy cause...

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Lisa Wayne, CEO of the Downriver Community Conference, plays locally and enters tournaments throughout the region, in Michigan and other states.

“You can go anywhere and play,” the Riverview resident said. “You take your paddle. You dress for it. You can play pickup games with other people. That’s the great thing about it: You meet so many people. It’s good exercise and it’s fun.”

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You DO NOT want pot dispensaries

Voting NO Means: YES. You DO want pot dispensaries

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The ballot proposal is a petition initiated by citizens seeking to initiate legislation pursuant to Section 6 of the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA). The ballot proposal seeks to reinstate the city’s prohibition on marijuana and disallow the sale of marihuana in the city.

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Gearing up

for some big summertime fun Riverview-style

... We have concerts planned for every Wednesday in July and August. That’s nine awesome weeks of entertainment at Young Patriot’s Park from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. And leading the way just happens to be my favorite local band, Shakedown. There will be a food truck at each event for those who want a quick bite to eat during the show.

Returning again this year to the Riverview Highlands Golf Practice Facility is our popular “Concert on the Course.” Gates open for this free event at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 16.

There are “no coolers allowed” as there will be alcohol available for sale. We will have the Poke Ur Way food truck on site to provide an affordable dinner. A Serendipity Cakery and Ice Cream treats for dessert will be available for purchase.

This “Pine Knob” style concert will have an opening act by Acoustic Guitar Live, Mr. Steve Washburn. The performers for the main event are “Bonnie and the Working Girls” who specialize in 50’s and 60’s classic rock. This five member band will be providing the concert goers with two great hours of entertainment.

Please bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Later this month we will be hosting our annual fishing derby on the Reflection Pond located at Young Patriot’s Park. This event normally took place during Summerfest, but this year it has become its own event.

We have a very generous sponsor in the Downriver Bass Association. There will be bass boats for the children of all ages to touch and sit in and enjoy. There will be plenty of prizes to be awarded for three different age groups, ranging from seven years to 16.

Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 29. The fishing completion starts at 9 and runs till 10:30 a.m.

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No cell phone rule has changed culture at AMS

...Reduced distractions: Cell phones can be a major distraction for students. Without cell phones, students are less likely to be tempted to use them for non-educational purposes during class time. This can lead to improved focus and concentration on academic tasks, ultimately enhancing learning outcomes.

Improved classroom engagement: Without the constant presence of cell phones, students may be more engaged in classroom activities, discussions, and interactions with teachers and peers. They are more likely to actively participate in class, ask questions, and contribute to a collaborative learning environment.

Promotes face-to-face communication.

Reduced cyber bullying and social pressures. Reduced academic dishonesty.

In the beginning I had one parent that stated they were not pleased with our new policy until he looked over his son’s phone and was shocked at what he found and surprised that a lot of it was being done during school hours. He then became one of our biggest advocates for this policy...

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Trenton Summer Fun Continues

We’ve got our free August Concert Series coming up at the Cultural Center, more information opposite page.

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THS: A pathway for all students

Trenton High School, with its participation in the Career Technical Education Program (CTE), and its Advanced Placement Capstone program,

If you’re looking to book an end of summer pool or rink party, or if you want to see about renting the Cultural Center or Westfield for an event, give us a call at 734-675-7300.

Stay tuned for updates on themed skates, end of summer pop ups and more!

If you aren’t following us on Facebook, we’re always posting and sharing.

You can also head to trentonmi.org/parskandrec to sign up for our newsletter, view the monthly ice schedule and register for fitness classes!

“knew what the flag stood for.” Her late husband, U.S. Rep. John Dingell, served in World War II.

“These names, like the countless others inscribed on this monument, embody the courage, valor and unwavering commitment to freedom that defined an entire generation,” said the VFW’s Martin. “World War II was a time of unprecedented global conflict, a battle fought on every front, a struggle for the very essence of humanity. In the face of unparalleled adversity, these young men and women stood tall, ready to defend the ideals upon which our great nation was founded. They fought not only for their families, their communities or their comrades, but for the future of liberty itself.”

He added: “The 11 names we add today, though late in their arrival, are now forever woven into the fabric of this memorial. They join the ranks of the courageous, the honored and the unforgettable. Their spirits join the chorus of voices urging us to be worth heirs of their sacrifice.”...

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Happy Birthday, America!

For 86 years the city of Wyandotte has celebrated our nation’s birthday the same way, with an old fashioned Independence Day Parade right down offers students a wide variety of career pathways. CTC offers courses in graphic design, marketing, woodtech, autotech, digital media, horticulture and criminal justice. Through the Capstone program, THS students can actually earn college credit.

Trenton now offers 18 AP courses...

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Wyandotte honors 11 of its fallen in World War II Memorial

...Congresswoman Dingell called World War II veterans “the greatest heroes in the world” who the middle of Biddle Avenue. Thousands lined the streets as bands, clowns and veterans groups paraded past. The Shriners were there, of course, and there was lots of candy passed out to the grateful children. Wyandotte is proud to recognize and honor our veterans and servicemen and servicewomen and provide a quality family event to Downriver citizens. Since this is the largest Fourth of July Parade in the area, it is viewed by thousands of citizens over Wyandotte’s cable network and along the main street. For nearly one hundred years people have gathered in Wyandotte to celebrate the founding of the United States of America and the tradition is still going strong.

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