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At Discover Downriver, we are thankful every day for the sacrifices our veterans have made to protect and defend the Constitution. They each paid for our freedom by signing a blank check for an amount…
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"Dear Neighbor, After years of hard work and tough negotiations, I'm proud to announce that my colleague Sen. Stephanie Chang and I were able to successfully secure state funding to construct a…
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By Bethany Newton In 2018, the Peace in the Streets concept was in its infancy. The event was originally a dream of the Rotary Club of Detroit with the message “Peace in the hood, the home, and the…
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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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Rose Ann Rudisil started Downriver for Veterans after she worked at the Veteran's Court in Southgate and realized how many veterans were in need and how there were really no resources for them in the…
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Healthy Downriver Healthy Recipes A big part of living a healthy lifestyle is eating well! At Discover Downriver, we have compiled a collection of our favorite healthy recipes for every occasion.…
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At Discover Downriver, we think it is vitally important to remember and recognize our veterans. Shown below are Downriver veterans who have served our country in some capacity and are being…
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Local Dentist Gives Back to Community By: Bethany Newton Trenton resident and local hometown hero, Dr. Noel Jackson, best known for his local dental practice, is also known for his “community…
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Let the Festivities Begin! By Bethany Newton The annual Grosse Ile Islandfest begins this weekend, starting on May 20 until May 22. The festival will feature various attractions from carnival…
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DISCOVERING DOWNRIVER By Linda Francetich As published in the Trenton Trib, November 2015 Edition What is your impression of Downriver?  Does world-class walleye fishing, twenty miles of…
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