Wyandotte Warrior, May 23 – June 24, 2024

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Wyandotte DECA surpasses goal

The atmosphere in the Roosevelt High School cafeteria on May 11th was nothing short of electrifying as the Chapter reached its milestone goal of $100,000. This year’s donation pushed the grand total amount contributed to C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital to an impressive $120,715.17.

The Wyandotte DECA Chapter sends a heartfelt thank you to their members for their unwavering dedication to this campaign; to Gene Skidmore for his belief in their cause; to the alumni who returned to celebrate the joyous occasion; to the current staff and students for their ongoing support; to the Wyandotte Football Program for their consistent partnership in this annual event; and to the entire Wyandotte community. None of this would have been possible without their incredible support. The generosity and encouragement of the community made all the difference. Thank you, Wyandotte, for standing with the Wyandotte DECA Chapter throughout this incredible endeavor!

Photo courtesy of Wyandotte DECA

Restored

Roosevelt High School Auditorium welcomed back its cherished murals, lovingly restored to their former glory. Created in the early 1940s by artists Henry Roberts and Walter Speck, five oil on canvas masterpieces had weathered the passage of time,

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wear and tear. But with restoration efforts from the RHS Mural Restoration Committee, conservators, donors, and all who made this restoration possible, the community eagerly anticipated the grand unveiling. On May 12th, supporters gathered for a celebratory ceremony, witnessing the resurrection of these historic artworks.

Photo courtesy of RHS MURAL Restoration Project

May is National Pet Month

By Dave Gorgon

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Mike Salatrik (left), Stephanie Goralski and Isaiah Card traveled all the way from Warren to

alamode on the porch of the historic FordMacNichol Home in Wyandotte.

Wilson (left) and Sharon Slovinac of the Artists Creators Guild display some of their artwork during the Local Artists Guild Art Show.

Wyandotte welcomes Wing Zone

In an exciting development for wing enthusiasts and foodies alike, Wing Zone has officially opened its doors in Wyandotte, marking its first location in Michigan. This exciting milestone marks a significant expansion for the popular wing chain and solidifies Wyandotte’s status as a hub for unique dining experiences. Wing Zone is located at 3183 Fort Street.

Time to clear up the confusion about Estate Planning ... The following definitions lack legal precision, but makes it easier to get a clear picture of what may be needed in your case.

■ Will – letter of intent of where you want your personal property to go – or not go.

■ Living Will – Documents your wishes during your final days including final healthcare choices and possibly your burial wishes.

■ Trust – This is a “company” that you start, and you become the CEO, “Trustee” and “Settlor.” The company outlives you, but continues to manage your assets as if you were alive by the successor CEO – whom you designate.

■ Power of Attorney – Financial and Healthcare – you need both – the first so someone can pay your bills, the second, sometimes called a Patient Advocate, designates someone to make “hallway at the hospital” decisions to take the stress off the family.

■ Ladybird Deed – probably the best thing that has happened to owning a home. I love these deeds – you grant yourself a life estate – in your own property - but retain the power to sell or borrow against the property. If you do not sell before you pass, this “springs” the house out of your estate, and your heirs have instant ownership, subject to any mortgage or taxes owed or similar.

Again, this is just a general description of the more popular terms – no one choice is a “silver bullet” but depending on how your estate gets planned out you can expedite a clean and clear process for the assets you worked a lifetime to save. Why wouldn’t you want to do that? Stop by or call and make an appointment and I’ll tell you what you’re going to need to do this right.

To my numerous former clients – thank you for allowing me to draft your estate plan!

Roosevelt triumphs at 51st W-H Regatta

The 60th annual Hebda Cup Regatta was canceled late last month due to inclement weather, so the host Roosevelt rowing team and other area squads were more than thrilled to get out on the water for the 51st annual Wy-Hi Regatta on May 4th.

For the second year in a row, Roosevelt emerged as both the men’s and overall champions of the Wy-Hi, while Carlson eked out the host Bears for the women’s title.

The 1500-meter course on the Detroit River runs against the current between the shores of Grosse Ile and Wyandotte. Races start south of BASF Park, the boats travel north, and finish back at the park.

Heavy winds caused the cancellation of the Hebda Cup earlier this year. Winds caused a little havoc with the Wy-Hi, as well. The competition completed just 20 of 24 scheduled races.

There were no races held in the Men’s Varsity 2- nor the Women’s varsity 1x, and it was exhibition only times in both the Women’s Junior Varsity 8+, as well as the Women’s Novice 8+.

Roosevelt finished with 241 combined points on the day, nearly 100 points ahead of the overall runner-up finisher and women’s Carlson (159). Grosse Ile (123) placed third overall, then it was Riverview (83), Grosse

Pointe South (59), Trenton (44), Crestwood (35), and Sandwich (18) rounding out the final overall standings. In the final standings on the men’s side, Roosevelt swamped the field, beating out runner-up Grosse Ile (98) by 43 points. Riverview (72) finished third place, followed by Carlson (55) in fourth, Grosse Pointe (25) in fifth, Crestwood (23) in sixth, Trenton (20) in seventh, and Sandwich (no score) in eighth.

Meanwhile on the women’s side, seven top-2 finishes, including three victories, allowed for Carlson (104) to edge out the win over Roosevelt (100). Those two schools alone accounted for seven of the nine first-place finishes on

Saturday.

Roosevelt defended its overall champion from the year prior, finishing either first or second in 11 of the 20 events, with eight of those 11 resulting in a win.

Roosevelt swept both sides of the Novice 4+, Lightweight 4+, and Varsity 8+ races. Additionally on the men’s side, they picked up first-place honors in both the Novice 8+, then doing the same in the Junior Varsity 4+ on the women’s side.

The Bears dominant performance also included second-place efforts in the Men’s Junior Varsity 8+ and the Woman’s Varsity 4+, as well as a third in the Men’s Varsity 4+.

Bear girls third at Metro Track Classic

By HANK MINCKIEWICZ

The Metro Classic Track Invitational, which is the remnants of the old NewsHerald Invitational, was hosted on May 11th by Carlson High School.

The Roosevelt girls finished third at the event, scoring 66.5 points to place behind only meet champ Woodhaven (144) and runner-up Allen Park (106). The rest of the field finished this way: Dearborn Advanced Technology 47, Edsel Ford 45.5, Grosse Ile 44.5, Taylor 30, Trenton 28, Southgate 28, Carlson 26.5, Riverview 24, Huron 23, Airport 20, Lincoln Park 14, Cabrini 12, and Melvindale 4.

On the boys side, Roosevelt tied with Grosse Ile for 10th among the 17 teams. The Bears scored 24 points.

Here are the boys’ standings: Riverview 103, Woodhaven 88, Huron 81, Allen Park 69, Trenton 51, Lincoln Park 50, Carlson 49, Southgate 27, Gabriel Richard 26, Wyandotte 24, Grosse Ile 24, Romulus 23, Airport 21, Taylor 9, Melvindale 7, Edsel Ford 7, and Cabrini 4.

Individually, the Bears had just one winner on the day – junior Alex Emory, who high jumped 6-feet to win that event. Wes Glei oF Allen Park also went 6-feet, but Emory won on misses. Anna Toboy was second in the girls shot put with a toss of 327.75 also second in the discus with a 124-2 effort. The Wyandotte girls had numerous third-place performances.

Megan Calahan was third in the 100-meter dash, Eleanor Grant was third in the mile, Wilana Dancy was third in the high hurdles, and Katherinbe Fugon-Saravia was third in the discus.

Also scoring for the Roosevelt girls were Myah Greene in the pole vault, Leela Hall in the high jump, Stella Sobush in the low hurdles, Lauren Moreno in the mile, and relay runners Ashlynn Abshire, Autumn Jones, Lillian Edwards, Mercedes Dziendziel, and Abby Caudill.

Joining Emory in scoring for the boys were Chase Cline, Jaden Haugabook, Easton Mendenhall, Emmitt Mendenhall, Ethan Johnson, Noah Amori, Blake Roberts, Dylan Kirby, and Christopher Luna.

The Metro Classic traditionally marks the start of “championship season” for area track teams. The Bears were at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School for MHSAA Division 1 regional action on May 17 and they return to the track when they host the Downriver League meet on May 21st.

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GIH Robotics Team Creates Winning Design in Topher

For the past decade, the Wired Devils, Grosse Ile High School’s esteemed robotics team, has been a beacon of innovation and excellence in the realm of competitive robotics. Each year, they’ve risen to the challenge set forth by the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) organiza-

tion, crafting capable robots to compete in competitions.

This year, their creation, Topher, demonstrated exceptional agility and precision as it navigated the competition field in search of 12-inch orange-colored foam rings. With a state-of-the-art flywheel intake system, Topher efficiently secured each ring before maneuvering through a complex course to position itself for accurate firing into a high target slot. The culmination of its performance was a spectacular climb up a metal chain link before finishing the game.

This year, the Wired Devils embarked on a groundbreaking project funded by the Grosse Ile Educational Foundation: the development of innovative wheel technology known as the Swerve Wheel. Unlike traditional wheels, the Swerve Wheel features an independent system with steering and driving motors, complemented by programmable software. This pioneering creation represents a significant leap forward in robotics, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the field...

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Conservancy finds new home on Macomb

... “This building serves as a valuable resource for both GINLC and the public alike. Aligned with our mission to promote the understanding of our natural resources, we will host numerous educational events here, welcoming members of the public to attend. Moreover, we aspire to strengthen our ties with local schools, offering this space as an educational resource for them. Operationally, having this

building enhances our efficiency, and being situated on Macomb, we can engage with the public more directly. We are committed to using this building as a model for sustainability, recognizing that there is still much more to do.”...

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100 years young

Mayor Andy Swift presented her with the following proclamation:

Kathryn Myrand is celebrating her 100th birthday on March 31, 2024; and

WHEREAS ... Kathryn was born in Midland, Pennsylvania and moved to Ecorse, Michigan around the age of three when her father accepted a job offer at Great Lakes Steel. She attended St. Francis Xavier School for 12 years.

WHEREAS ... Kathryn met her husband, Leonard, while in school and they got married on August 25, 1945. They were together for 50 years before he passed away. Kathryn and Leonard had 4 beautiful

children together and have many grandchildren.

WHEREAS ... Kathryn worked as a Telephone Operator at Michigan Bell and then at Great Lakes Steel. She loved to socialize and dance in her free time. Now, her desire is to live a quiet and peaceful lifestyle where she can relax and enjoy her family. We wish Kathryn a very happy 100th birthday.

I, Andrew M. Swift, Mayor of the City of Riverview, Michigan, and on behalf of the City Council and citizens of Riverview, do hereby proclaim our sincerest congratulations and fondest wishes to

KATHRYN MYRAND

resident of the City of Riverview, Michigan on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

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Riverview community delivers Easter feasts to families

...On March 23rd, Kiwanis members, alongside family and Key Club volunteers, convened at the middle school to unpack and repack nearly $700 worth of food for the families. These packed meals, comprising a large ham, vegetables, flour, sugar, soup, bread, rolls, and all the trimmings for a complete Easter feast, were delivered directly to the recipients’ homes.

Families, nominated by the Riverview Community School District, were contacted by club representatives and expressed gratitude for the assistance received. President Kinlen conveyed her pride in supporting those in need.

Established in June 1967, the Kiwanis of Riverview has served over 600 families with complete Easter and Thanksgiving dinners since the inception of these programs...

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Your Spring update on Southgate’s park projects

by Julie Goddard Parks and Recreation Director

... First, let’s dive into the developments at Cobb Park on Superior, Burns, and Trenton Road. This park has already undergone two phases of improvements. Phase 1 introduced the Tree Tops playscape for ages 5-12, a swing bank, and the popular Oodle swing for multiple users. It also featured a new pavilion, trash receptacles, and picnic tables. Phase 2 brought a matching Tree Tops playscape for ages 2-5 and the exciting We-Saw, providing a safe way for parents and kids to enjoy teeter-tottering fun. Phase 3 of the park’s enhancement recently commenced. This phase involves removing and replacing the existing basketball court to install a new court with improved drainage, color coating, striping, and updated basketball hoops. Phase 4, approved at the last City Council Meeting, will follow shortly after Phase 3. It entails constructing off-street parking with striping on Burns, along with the installation of catch basins, storm sewers, and grading. Additionally, approximately 1,740 square feet of sidewalk, including ADA sidewalk ramps along Burns, will be poured. Once all construction is

completed, new fencing will be installed around the park. Waverly Park, nestled in the Waverly subdivision off Reeck Road near the Downriver YMCA, is set to undergo significant upgrades. Among them will be a new basketball court with improved drainage, color coating, striping, and updated basketball hoops. Later this year, the park will receive a transformative overhaul featuring the newly released Volo Structure from Landscapes Structures, Inc. Alongside this structure, swings, a bobble rider, a saddle spinner, and a symbol communication board will be added. The inclusion of a communication board is particularly noteworthy, providing a means of communication through pictures and symbols for non-verbal, speech-challenged, and early learning individuals to interact with friends and caregivers. These boards are developed with guidance from experts in augmentative and alternative communication...

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Southgate bus driver honored for heroic actions

Christina McIver, a school bus driver in Southgate, saved a 7-year-old student’s life by performing the Heimlich maneuver when the child was choking. Her swift action and training from Dean Transportation were crucial in the emergency. Despite being hailed as a hero, McIver remains humble, emphasizing that she was just doing her

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Spring & Summer Programs are kicking off! Here’s your sign to stay local this season. To see a full list of upcoming Spring & Summer 2024 programs scan the QR code with your phone. Registration for The City-Wide Garage Sale and the Memorial Day Parade are also now open!

The Parks & Recreation Department would like to thank the New Horizons club for making a donation of goods to Westfield’s Little Pantry. The pantry is the four white cabinets located in the Westfield Center lobby by the vending machine and is open Monday-Friday 11am-4pm.

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Fort Street lane closures for railroad crossing rebuilding

Northbound and southbound M-85 (Fort Street) are experiencing shoulder and lane closures between Vreeland and West roads for railroad crossing work. This project is expected to be completed in July.

Work involves removing and replacing both railroad crossings and rebuilding the roadway approaches to the crossings. Initial work will include removing trees in the median and building a temporary crossover to maintain M-85 (Fort Street) traffic for upcoming closures at the railroad crossings.

There will always be one lane open in both directions. Local resident and business access will be maintained.

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Trenton High School Theatre shines with successful season

The theater program at Trenton High School has once again demonstrated its excellence with a series of remarkable performances throughout the academic year. From captivating dramas to beloved musicals, the students involved have showcased their talent, dedication, and creativity on stage and on a competitive level.

Kicking off the season was the fall play, “Clue: High School Edition,” presented on November 10th and 11th, 2023. Directed by sophomore Grace Hibbard, this production featured a 16-student cast and a 14-student stage crew and production team. Junior Noah McCardell led the cast as Wadsworth in a performance that delighted audiences. The production boasted one of Trenton High School’s most complex and sophisticated sets to date, featuring multiple moving parts that facilitated seamless transitions between rooms, enhancing the immersive experience for the audience...

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job. Her bravery highlights the importance of school bus drivers in ensuring children’s safety in more ways than one.

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