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Articles from the August 22, 2024 edition


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  • Harris-Walz Campaign Rallies Held in Detroit, Continue to Ignite Supporters

    Clifton R Kirkman II, Telegram Reporter|Aug 22, 2024

    Encouraged, excited, and empowered, are words that can be used to describe Michiganders, after attending Detroit Rallies of VP, Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. Detroit, has been visited by many different leaders; politicians, UAW President, state and local government officials, just to name a few. The visit from VP Harris and Governor Tim Walz was one to remember. It was clear that the message that was conveyed to attendees, left many engaged supporters, ready to work and to continue with...

  • Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans address Radioactive Waste Headed to Wayne County

    Warren Evans, Wayne County Executive|Aug 22, 2024

    There has to be a better way of handling and disposing of hazardous waste and toxic chemicals that doesn't always involve those highly unwelcome materials finding their way into Wayne County. While I understand that those materials have to go somewhere, and few if any public officials are willing to welcome toxic waste with open arms, there needs to be a solution, through new policy or legislation, that doesn't equal Wayne County as dumping ground for what no one else wants. Because that is an a...

  • Leading Democratic Women Excoriate Trump During Fiery DNC Speeches

    Stacy M. Brown, NNPA National News Correspondent|Aug 22, 2024

    CHICAGO - At the Democratic National Convention, a cadre of leading Democratic women took the stage, unleashing a barrage of critiques against Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, framed by the Republicans' notorious record on women's issues. The stark differences in vision and values of the twice-impeached and 34-times convicted former president, his vice presidential nominee, and Vice President Kamala Harris and her surrogates were on full display in Chicago. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton...

  • Noah Lyles is Still Taunting Athletes but This Time, From A Different League.

    Oriane Flint, Telegram News Intern|Aug 22, 2024

    Noah Lyles has been taking the sports world by storm not only for his athletic ability but his haughty mouth. Last year he sparked a serious debate over NBA stars calling themselves world champions. However, the men's and women's team stood on business, and flourished by bringing home the gold. After trolling Lyles in a bold manner, he doubled down on his stance. To this day, Lyles continues to be a menace in the sports world. He just can't seem to let the debate of world champions go. Just...

  • AARP survey reveals key concerns of older voters in MI

    Chrystal Blair, Michigan Connection Network|Aug 22, 2024

    New survey results from AARP shed some light on the top concerns of Michigan seniors and how these issues are likely to shape their voting decisions in the November election. Voters 50 and older will be the decisive force in the battle for Congress, with higher turnout and motivation than younger voters, especially in battleground states like Michigan. Jeff Liszt, partner at Impact Research, a Democratic public opinion firm, underscored that a significant portion of older voters will be living on fixed incomes, making Social Security a...

  • Discover Boating and more at the Progressive® Metro Boat Show

    Aug 22, 2024

    Commerce Twp., Mich., August 13, 2024 - Mark your calendar! The fifteenth annual Progressive® Metro Boat Show, the largest in-water boat show in the Midwest spanning a mile long footprint, is coming to Lake St. Clair Metropark September 12-15 with boats up to 50 ft.+ in length on display and for sale. A boat show is the best way to shop and compare hundreds of boats in one place and also learn more about boating and the boating lifestyle. Being immersed into a marina setting with a...

  • Hill Harper to serve as honorary chair of Operation Refuge VIP event on August 23

    Margaret Blohm APR|Aug 22, 2024

    Inkster, Mich., August 19, 2024 – "We know the stars will be shining bright for Operation Refuge this Friday night at our VIP fundraiser in Inkster," said Velma "Pastor Jean" Overman, the non-profit's executive director. "We are blessed to have the presence and support of nationally known artist Ted Ellis with his art along with our honorary chair – Frank Eugene 'Hill' Harper, actor and political candidate." "The work that Operation Refuge does with Mother's Pantry and educational programs for...