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Woodhaven resident Rebecca Rose is an exceptional example of how to take a difficult (childhood) situation and rewrite your destiny.Rose grew up in the Farmington area.  Her mother died when…
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Eventful Year in Store for Southgate Community and Residents By Bethany NewtonThe dynamic city of Southgate has a knack for reinvention!  This established city, which is nearly seven square…
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Fishing Spots Dingell Park 4459 W Jefferson Ave Ecorse, MI 48229Elizabeth Park 4250 Elizabeth Dr. Trenton, MI 48183Huroc Park 28700 Arsenal Rd. Flat Rock, MI 48134Bishop Park 2701…
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Downriver Boat Launches & Ramps Erie Metro Park Boat Ramp 32481 Jefferson Avenue Brownstown, Michigan 48173 (734) 379-5020Hull's Trace Boat Ramp 36453 W Jefferson Ave| Brownstown Twp,…
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Water Trails Detroit Heritage River Water Trail Water trail from the City of Detroit to the south thru Downriver to Lake Erie Metropark  This water trail meanders through the rich natural and…
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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…
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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…
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George H.W. Bush Downriver ResidencyBy Bethany NewtonGrosse 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…
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Kevin's contributions are found on some of our history pages, and you can read more here.
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Downriver History Compiled by Local Man By Bethany NewtonWe have a different spin on this month’s Hometown Hero.  This historical hero has a true commitment and passion for the Downriver…
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Business is Booming in Bustling Woodhaven By Bethany NewtonIf you couldn’t tell by just the traffic on West and Allen Rd, Woodhaven has become a bustling center for residents and tourists…
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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.
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Notable People From DownriverSTEVE AVERY, former MLB pitcher, Trenton, MI JOE C., rapper and groupie for Kid Rock, Taylor, MI LLOYD CARR, former U of M football coach,…
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