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WHAT’S NEW DOWNRIVER! There’s always something fun and exciting going on in the Downriver area. Check back here frequently to see what new constructions, businesses, events etc. are going on in the different Downriver communities.
Ken Welsch
Discover Downriver is proud to welcome Ken Welsch to our family of talented writers. As a lifelong Downriver resident, Ken brings a deep appreciation for the region along with a genuine passion for…
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Brownstown Township and the Unique Shape of Home
Long before there was Downriver — even before there was Michigan — there was Brownstown Township. Back in the simpler days of the 1820s, township boundaries were much simpler, too.After 199…
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Be a Guest Blogger for Discover Downriver!
We’re inviting Downriver residents—past and present—to share their stories as guest bloggers for Discover Downriver! Whether you’re into local history, fun facts, hidden gems, or spotlighting…
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Lincoln Park’s Sears Plaza: From Retail Hub to Redevelopment
For decades, the Lincoln Park Shopping Center, commonly known as Sears Plaza, was a cornerstone of suburban retail in Downriver, Michigan, especially during the busy Christmas holiday season. Situated…
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Wisteria: Rocking Downriver and Beyond Since 2004
Founded in 2004 by Southgate native Teri Wallace, Wisteria is a female-fronted rock band from the Downriver area with a deep appreciation for classic rock and the artists who shaped generations of…
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Everyone Needs a Jim Jacek in Their Community ❤️
If you’ve been to a Downriver festival, community, or civic event, chances are you’ve run into Jim Jacek!
Known as one of Downriver’s true ambassadors, Jim is always ready with a kind word, a big…
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Category 5: Always Taking Downriver by Storm!
Category 5 has been taking Downriver by storm for years — and if you’ve ever seen them live, you already know why.
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Grosse Ile Celebrates its 250th Birthday!
In 2026, Grosse Ile is marking a significant milestone: 250 years of recorded community history. From its earliest days as home to the Potawatomi people to its present identity as a vibrant island…
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A Lincoln Park Christmas Story for a Pup Named Choco
Some stories feel like they’re pulled straight out of a movie — and Choco’s is one of them. And we're proud to shed a great big spotlight on the folks in Downriver's very own Lincoln Park and how…
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Local and Independent: Better for ALL!
Peter Rose is a second-generation owner of Chelsea Menswear and Willow Tree Fashions located in Downtown Wyandotte. It was almost 20 years ago that a few switches were flipped in this head. "Big…
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Downriver: A Community of Unity
Downriver is made up of 18 distinct communities, each with its own character, history, and identity. What truly sets Downriver apart, however, is the way these communities come together and operate as…
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