Two Republicans facing off for 8th District nod

In the Republican primary Aug. 3, voters in the state Senate’s 8th District will choose between two candidates: Douglas Reimel of Taylor and Ken Larkin of Lincoln Park.

The winner of the Republican primary will face off Nov. 2 against the winner of the Democratic primary, where three contenders are vying to represent that party.

On the Democratic [...]

Belle Tire owner Donald Barnes dies at age 83

Belle Tire owner Donald Barnes dies at age 83 – Detroit News and Information – Crain’s Detroit Business.

Donald Barnes Sr., the former owner of Belle Tire who led the company’s growth to a chain of more than 80 stores, died Monday of kidney failure in his Beverly Hills home. He was 83.

Barnes was a [...]

Open Letter to Southgate Schools

The Southgate School District still has not provided any details for parents living in Allen Park on how their kids are supposed to get to Davidson Middle or Anderson High School, despite the fact that it’s a several mile walk crossing several major streets.  This is a letter I wrote to the Davidson principal.  Any reply [...]

Piece of Cake Liqueur Co.

The News Herald: Breaking news coverage for Southgate, MI.

Finding the right ingredients to start a new business was a piece of cake for Chris Nordwall.

Last June, he launched a line of cake-flavored liqueurs under the label Piece of Cake Liqueur Co.

Nordwall said it all began with three friends chatting over cocktails and agreeing that [...]

Three New Stages, Support Space Under Construction at Allen Park Studio Center

Identity Marketing & Public Relations » Three New Stages, Support Space Under Construction at Allen Park Studio Center.

Facilities Attracting More Interest From Film Industry Leaders

DETROIT, July 26, 2010 – To attract more films and television productions, construction is underway on three new stages, support space and additional office space at the [...]

Cat Fanciers Association Cat Show

Title: Cat Fanciers Association Cat ShowLocation: Allen Park Community Center, 15800 White St.Link out: Click hereDescription: The Cat Fanciers’ Association will hold an all breed & household pet cat show on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at the Allen Park Community Center 15800 White St. Allen Park, MI 48101 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The show will [...]

State House elections in Wayne County districts | Free Press Endorsements

District 14

(Ecorse, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, River Rouge and part of Allen Park)

This district features a well-stocked Democratic primary to succeed term-limited Rep. Ed Clemente. Paul Clemente, 47, of Lincoln Park, the incumbent’s cousin, appears to be cashing in on name recognition, but his training as a certified public accountant offers a skill that would be valuable [...]