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Rotarian Partnership Celebrates Ten Years of Serving Their Community When it comes to mixing the Rotarian spirit of community and vocational excellence, a couple of Michigan Rotary Past Presidents have joined forces to provide a Hometown…

Just south of the “D” further along the Detroit River, there is a cluster of 14 islands where slightly over 10,000 residents call home.  This group of islands is commonly known as Grosse Ile (Township), named after the largest of the…

It’s easy to take for granted the role of first responders.  How often do we hear sirens and see their flashing lights as they are racing to their destination, adrenaline running, not knowing what situation they will encounter?  Most of the…

George H.W. Bush Downriver Residency By Bethany Newton Grosse Ile used to be home to a Naval Air Station Base that former President George H.W. Bush was once stationed at. The base opened in 1927 and operated until 1969. During the…

Laurie Pawlaczyk is our Recipe Contributor offering healthy and fun dishes that are adaptable to your choice of food genre. You can find Laurie's recipes on our Recipe Page.

Kevin's contributions are found on some of our history pages, and you can read more here.

Downriver History Compiled by Local Man By Bethany Newton We have a different spin on this month’s Hometown Hero.  This historical hero has a true commitment and passion for the Downriver community, especially to preserve the rich…

Business is Booming in Bustling Woodhaven By Bethany Newton If you couldn’t tell by just the traffic on West and Allen Rd, Woodhaven has become a bustling center for residents and tourists alike. With recreational spaces, restaurants…

If you're looking to go out and explore some nature, look no further than your backyard! Downriver has plenty of nature preserves and metro parks for residents to tour and relax in.

Notable People From Downriver STEVE AVERY, former MLB pitcher, Trenton, MI JOE C., rapper and groupie for Kid Rock, Taylor, MI LLOYD CARR, former U of M football coach, Riverview, MI ARCHIE CLARK, former NBA guard,…

Columbia Steamer (Boblo Boat) LOCATION:  Currently in New York State INDUCTION:  1979 NOTES:  Moved from its port outside River Rouge in the autumn of 2015. St. James Episcopal Church LOCATION:  Grosse Ile Township…

ALL-METAL PRODUCTS COMPANY All Metal Products Company, popularly known as Wyandotte Toys, was founded in 1920.  They produced inexpensive pressed metal toys under the Wyandottebrand name.  Specializing initially in pop guns, water…