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Flat Rock Community Schools welcomed back members of the 1976 Flat Rock Rams State Championship Football Team during this year’s Homecoming football game, celebrating the 50th anniversary of their historic achievement. The former players were recognized for their accomplishments on the field and the lasting impact they made on Flat Rock’s athletic history. Five decades later, the team’s championship remains a source of pride for the school district and community. Their success helped establish a tradition of excellence, teamwork, and school spirit that continues to influence generations of Rams athletes. The Homecoming recognition brought together former players, many who returned with their spouses, children, and grandchildren, along with students and community members to celebrate the team’s legacy and its place in Flat Rock history. Flat Rock Community Schools thanked those who attended the game and helped honor the championship team, marking a memorable evening of Rams pride and tradition.
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Downriver Schools Unite to Celebrate 16th Annual Victory Day Woodhaven High School hosted the 16th annual Victory Day on September 12, bringing together athletes, cheerleaders, marching band members, and families from across the Downriver community for a morning of celebration and inclusion. The stands were packed as football players and cheerleaders welcomed students from The Lincoln Center, Madison School, and Jo Brighton Skills Center. Teams and squads from 14 Downriver high schools, including Woodhaven-Brownstown and Flat Rock, came together to help make the event a memorable experience for every participant.
Victory Day gives children with cognitive and physical disabilities the opportunity to experience the excitement of football and cheerleading and enjoy time on the field. Each participant was paired with a football player or cheerleader who served as a mentor throughout the day. Participants wore special Victory Day jerseys, carried cheer pom-poms, and took part in a variety of simulated game-day activities. With the support of student-athletes, coaches, families, and volunteers, each participant had an opportunity to take the field, be celebrated, and experience the excitement of game day. The event was organized by Aaron Segedi, a Trenton Public Schools teacher and three-time cancer survivor. After receiving a liver transplant, Segedi was inspired by the selflessness of his donor and sister, as well as the support he received from the Downriver community. He created Victory Day as a way to give back to that community and provide children with an opportunity to experience the joy of being an athlete. More than 80 football players, 35 cheerleaders and 50 marching band members participated in helping bring the event to life. At the conclusion of the festivities, each participant received a custom mini-helmet as a keepsake commemorating the day and their victory on the field.
Over the years, the Victory Day concept continued to grow beyond the Downriver community. The program was adopted by schools in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, Florida, and Maryland, as well as by several college football programs. Victory Day 2026 once again brought the Downriver community together to celebrate its young people and give every participant an opportunity to shine.
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News from the Woodhaven
Wegienka Elementary Principal Michelle Briegel Named MEMSPA Region 1 Principal of the Year
Wegienka Elementary Principal Michelle Briegel has been named the Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association (MEMSPA) Region 1 Principal of the Year, recognizing her outstanding leadership, commitment to students and staff, and dedication to building a strong school community. The MEMSPA Principal of the Year program recognizes outstanding principals whose contributions to the profession are exemplary and recognized by their peers and communities. Honorees are recognized for extraordinary leadership, commitment to students and faculty, service to their communities, and contributions to the overall education profession and professional associations. Briegel was surprised with the honor in front of Wegienka students and staff. Cynthia Nickel, Principal of Miller Elementary in Canton and MEMSPA President, and Crystal Eskin, Principal of Jefferson Elementary in Wyandotte and MEMSPA Region 1 President, presented Briegel with the award. Following the presentation, the Wegienka community celebrated the honor together with cake in the cafeteria, with students, staff and members of Briegel’s family joining in the celebration. Briegel said the recognition reflects the people who make Wegienka Elementary such a special place. “I am incredibly honored to be recognized as the MEMSPA Region 1 Principal of the Year. This award is truly a reflection of the amazing students, staff, and
families I have the privilege of working with every day. I believe being a principal is about putting kids first, building a strong school community, and making sure every child feels valued, supported, and successful. I am so grateful to be part of the Wegienka family and proud to be a Wildcat!” Briegel was nominated for the honor by WBSD Superintendent Matthew Salah, who highlighted her peoplecentered approach to leadership and the culture she has created at Wegienka. “Great leadership is not simply about making decisions, managing a building, or achieving results. Great leadership is about people,” Salah wrote in his nomination letter. “It is about creating an environment where staff feel valued, students feel supported, families feel welcomed, and everyone knows they have a place at the table. Michelle Briegel, Principal of Wegienka Elementary School, exemplifies this type of leadership every day.” Salah noted that Briegel makes supporting her staff a priority and is consistently willing to step in wherever she is needed to support students and the school community. “She understands that her staff are her greatest asset, and she makes it a priority to support them, listen to them, and recognize the important work they do,” Salah wrote. “If a student needs support, she is always the first to respond.” Salah also recognized Briegel’s ability to foster an
inclusive school culture where students, staff, families and community partners feel valued and connected. “One of Michelle’s greatest strengths is the inclusive culture she creates at Wegienka,” Salah wrote. “She works hard to ensure that every member of the school community feels seen, heard, and valued.” He added that Briegel’s leadership is demonstrated through her daily actions. “She shows up. She is visible. She builds relationships. She celebrates successes, supports people through challenges, and never loses sight of the fact that education is ultimately about the students we serve,” Salah wrote. For Briegel, the award is a reflection of the entire Wegienka community — a community she is proud to lead. “What stands out most about Michelle is that her leadership is authentic,” Salah wrote in his nomination. “She does not have to tell people she cares about them; her actions demonstrate it.” The MEMSPA Principal of the Year program accepts nominations annually, with honorees recognized at the association’s Annual Conference in December. Briegel’s Region 1 recognition celebrates her leadership among elementary and middle school principals in the region and the impact she has made at Wegienka Elementary and throughout the school community. Congratulations to Mrs. Briegel on this well-deserved recognition!
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Brownstown School District WHS Robotics Receives $10K Donation to Expand STEM Learning Across WBSD A chance conversation, a community partnership and a shared belief in the power of STEM education came together to create a meaningful opportunity for students across the Woodhaven-Brownstown School District. On Tuesday, September 22, members of the Woodhaven-Brownstown Rotary Club and volunteers from the Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant visited the Woodhaven High School Robotics shop to present the WHS Robotics program with a $10,000 donation and help students prepare more than 300 hands-on STEM kits for WBSD third graders. The donation, made possible through a Ford Philanthropy Grant for the Woodhaven community, will help support the WHS Robotics program and its continued efforts to bring STEM education beyond the robotics shop and into district classrooms. The partnership began with a simple conversation. Woodhaven-Brownstown Rotary member Tammi Tassi, who works at the Woodhaven Stamping Plant, mentioned the grant opportunity to fellow Rotarians. At the same time, one of the Rotary Club’s newest members had a student involved with WHS Robotics and had shared the financial challenges the program faces. “It was serendipitous!” said Barbara Smith of the Woodhaven-Brownstown Rotary Club. That conversation ultimately brought together the Rotary, Woodhaven Stamping and WBSD Robotics in a partnership focused on giving students more opportunities to learn, build and solve problems. Bringing STEM to Third-Grade Classrooms The WHS Robotics students have developed a program called Out of This World Engineering, designed to introduce younger students to the excitement of engineering through hands-on activities. Last year, robotics students visited five WBSD third-grade classrooms to teach students about the physics of a catapult. This year, the team plans to expand the program to reach all district third graders. To prepare, Rotary members and Woodhaven Stamping volunteers joined the robotics team in its shop to assemble
more than 300 catapult kits. Each kit includes popsicle sticks, rubber bands, spoons and a mini instruction book. Together, students will use those materials to build small catapults while learning about physics, engineering, problem-solving and design. For Smith, seeing the donation immediately turn into something students could use was particularly meaningful. “This was one of those ‘Rotary Moments,” Smith said. “We were fortunate to see the direct impact the funds had on this robotics program.” She said Rotary members repeatedly heard students express their gratitude and were glad the Woodhaven Stamping volunteers were there to hear it as well. Learning by Doing For the Rotary Club, supporting STEM education is about more than building catapults or robots. It is about helping students develop the skills and curiosity they will need throughout their lives. “Our club works closely with the schools, and we realize the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in our children’s education,” Smith said. She noted that the partnership supports two of Rotary’s areas of focus: Basic Education and Literacy and Community Economic Development. “Hands-on learning turns passive listening into active physical and mental engagement,” Smith said. “Young children and adults learn by doing. I believe this program ignites their curiosity.” That curiosity was on full display during the Rotary and Woodhaven Stamping visit. The volunteers toured the robotics shops, met middle school and high school robotics students and worked alongside
team members to assemble the elementary STEM kits. “We found it inspiring,” Smith said. “Watching students actively engaged and so excited to showcase their shop, their abilities and their leadership.” The students weren’t just assembling kits - they were teaching the adults how to do it. “I think they enjoyed teaching us adults, and we couldn’t have done it without them!” Smith said. One portion of the evening involved folding the instruction manuals, which Smith jokingly described as being “more like an origami class!” Building More Than Robots The visit also gave Rotary members an opportunity to see the culture behind the robotics program. Smith said she was impressed by the enthusiasm of students already involved in robotics as well as those entering the program. She was particularly struck by the number of young women taking leadership roles and succeeding in competitions. Among those students was Samantha Manning, who helped lead a discussion about both the opportunities and challenges facing the program. While students spoke enthusiastically about robotics, they also discussed the financial challenges associated with competition. Smith also learned more about the Goonettes Invitational, an all-girls robotics event hosted at Woodhaven High School October 10–11. The event provides students with opportunities to compete, participate in hands-on demonstrations and connect with engineering programs, businesses and universities. The visit also highlighted the impor-
tance of mentorship within the robotics program. “We were impressed that the older students took on a mentoring role with the younger ones,” Smith said. “They were so eager to share and teach them everything.” She said the kindness and patience students demonstrated—both with younger teammates and with the adult volunteers—left a lasting impression. A Community Investment in the Future The Rotary members left the robotics shop with a greater appreciation for how much is happening inside the program - and how a relatively small project can lead to much bigger ideas. “We were surprised by how a small project - we built kits to build small catapults - could spark new ideas,” Smith said. She also appreciated the program’s inclusion of students of different ages, ethnicities and abilities. For Smith, those connections are exactly why community organizations and businesses should engage with students while they are still in school. “We have a captive audience,” she said. “These young minds are like sponges, and this is exactly the kind of partnership we need to support communities looking for new ways to solve problems.” Through robotics and STEM outreach, students are developing teamwork, problem-solving, camaraderie and empathy. And the impact extends well beyond the classroom. “We are entering a new phase of our development as a people,” Smith said. “Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics are key areas for creating future leaders and developing new technologies, cures, and ideas.” For WHS Robotics, the $10,000 donation will help the team continue building its own program while expanding opportunities for students throughout WBSD. And for more than 300 third graders, the investment will soon become something they can hold in their hands, build with their classmates and learn from - one popsicle stick, rubber band, and spoon at a time.
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THE MAYOR’S CORNER Flat Rock Election and Holiday News My fellow residents, On Tuesday, November 3, City Hall will ONLY be open for Election STEVE business. Voting BELLER is one of the Mayor of Flat Rock most important ways people can participate in their government and make your voice heard. Every election gives citizens an opportunity to help choose the leaders who represent them and influence decisions that affect their communities, school, public safety, taxes, and futures. Every eligible voter has the opportunity to contribute to the democratic process, and each vote is part of the collective decision that shapes our nation’s future. Whether an election is local, state, or national, participating is a meaningful way to exercise our rights and take responsibility for our community. Make your voice heard, stay informed, and remember to vote. City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Please take a moment to honor and thank the brave men and women who served in the Armed Forces. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifices have helped protect our freedoms and preserve the values our nation holds dear. While a simple thank-you can mean a great deal, Veterans Day is also an opportunity to reflect on the
lasting contributions of those who have worn our nation’s uniform. Let us take this day to express our gratitude, honor their service, and remember that the freedoms we enjoy today have been defended by generations of dedicated service members. The Flat Rock Animal Shelter is in need of wet and dry food for both cats and kittens. Donations can be dropped off at the Shelter or City Hall. Also, the Shelter has several adult cats available for adoption. Please contact Katt at (734) 7905082 if you have any questions. Get ready to Jingle around the Rock! On Friday, December 11, join your friends and neighbors for a festive holiday parade and tree lighting featuring Local Businesses and Community Organizations sponsored by the Flat Rock Historical Society and the Flat Rock Community Foundation. The Holiday Parade starts at 6:00pm and proceeds east on High School Boulevard, south on Aspen Drive, west on Field Street, and north on Evergreen Street to Seneca. After the parade refreshments and photos with Santa Claus will be available in the warming building and historical museum to be followed by a Tree Lighting ceremony at 7:30pm in the Community Park. Any questions please email JINGLE@FlatRockHistory.Org. Stay tuned for more information next month concerning the upcoming Holiday Home Lighting Contest.
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Brownstown Seniors Bring Home the Gold at the 38th Annual Downriver Senior Olympics Brownstown Township seniors proved that age is no barrier to competition, camaraderie, and fun as 88 local residents age 55 and older participated in the 38th Annual Downriver Senior Olympics, hosted by the City of Lincoln Park. With 18 Downriver communities participating, Brownstown Township brought the largest contingent of Olympians to the games, and they certainly made their presence known. Brownstown athletes collected an impressive 133 medals, including 57 gold, 48 silver, and 28 bronze, the highest medal total among all participating communities. Altogether, the 18 communities earned 590 medals. The week offered something for nearly every interest and ability level. Seniors competed in a wide variety of athletic and recreational events, including golf, pickleball, swimming, tennis, bocce ball, horseshoes, bowling, billiards, shuffleboard, ping pong, basketball, a one-mile run, a 5K bike race, fishing, and field games. For those who preferred games of strategy and skill, there were also competitions in bridge, euchre, and pinochle, along with a pie baking contest, spelling bee, and it’s not a Downriver event without a car show. The packed schedule gave participants plenty of opportunities to try something new, show off their talents, and enjoy friendly competition with friends and fellow seniors from throughout the Downriver area.
One of Brownstown’s most inspiring Olympians was 95-yearold Helen St. Louis, the township’s oldest participant. Helen competed in several field games and earned a medal in the soccer kick event, proving that the Olympic spirit truly has no age limit. Close behind Helen was Brownstown’s next-oldest Olympian was Frank Hawkins, who turned in a winning performance by capturing the gold medal in his age group in the one-mile run. Another standout was Mary Besaparis, who entered more events than any other Brownstown participant. Her determination and versatility paid off when she earned a gold medal in the triathlon. Brownstown participants Rosemary
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and celebrate the friendships and memories made throughout the games. Brownstown Township can be especially proud of its seniors— not only for bringing home the most medals, but for showing up in such impressive numbers and representing their community with enthusiasm, determination, and good sportsmanship. The Olympic torch will now pass to the City of Wyandotte, which will host the 2027 Downriver Senior Olympics. Congratulations to all of Brownstown Township’s Olympians! Your energy, competitive spirit, and willingness to try new things are an inspiration to the entire community.
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FLAT ROCK
Rams XC Runners Snag Medals and Personal Bests
The Flat Rock Rams boys and girls cross country teams have put together a competitive season, with runners earning medals, setting personal bests and showing improvement throughout several invitationals and Huron League meets. The Rams opened their season at the Milan Puddle Jumper Invitational, where Brayden Brodie led the boys with a 17th-place finish in 20:19, earning a medal. Freshman Gwen Dalton made her varsity debut, leading the girls with a 21st-place finish in 27:11 to also earn a medal. At the Woodhaven Warrior Classic at Lake Erie Metropark, Flat Rock continued to build momentum. Brodie, Graham Tanner and Lincoln Vey led the boys with season-best performances, while Ryan Robinson, Brendan Cotter, Kaden Miller, Joseph Bolla, Gene Lapouttre and John Snodgrass also recorded season bests. On the girls side, freshmen Dalton and Avery Wilde led the team with personal bests, while Kayle
Babowicz, Diane Percha and Chloe Hounshell recorded season bests. The boys finished 11th overall, while the girls placed 10th. The Rams then competed at the Huron Invitational at Willow Metropark, battling rainy and wet conditions. Brodie led the boys with a season-best 19:01, while Tanner (19:56), Cotter (21:50) and Lapouttre (23:35) also recorded season bests. Robinson (20:00), Miller (22:48), Bolla (22:51) and Snodgrass (24:35) earned personal bests. For the girls, Dalton (23:49) and Sophia Hills (29:11) recorded personal bests, while Babowicz (27:43) and Hounshell (30:32) posted season bests. At the first Huron League Jamboree at Patriots Park in Riverview, Brodie led the boys with a 28th-place finish in 19:15. Tanner (19:54) and Cotter (21:47) recorded season bests, while Vey (20:32) and Miller (21:37) achieved personal bests. Wilde (23:22) and Dalton (23:30) led the girls with 18th- and 19th-place finishes, respectively, both recording personal bests. Percha also earned a personal best of 27:58, while Babowicz ran a season-best 27:43. At the second Huron League Jamboree at Munson Park in Monroe, Brodie once again led the boys,
finishing 26th with a time of 19:30. Wilde paced the girls with a 13thplace finish in 23:19, followed by Dalton in 18th with a time of 24:10. Hills also delivered a standout performance, recording a personalbest 27:33. The Rams continued their success at the Marauder Invitational at Lake Erie Metropark. Brodie led the boys with a time of 18:41, while Robinson (19:30), Miller (21:05) and Lapouttre (22:51) recorded personal bests. Cotter added a season-best 21:17. For the girls, Babowicz led with a seasonbest 27:12, while Hills recorded a time of 27:44 and Hounshell finished with a season-best 30:03. The Marauder Invitational also featured a freshman race, where three Flat Rock runners earned medals. Vey placed fifth in the boys race with a time of 20:04, while Wilde finished second in the girls race with a personal-best 23:01. Dalton followed closely in third place with a personalbest 23:02. At the Jefferson Invitational at Sterling State Park, four boys earned medals. Brodie led the Rams with a seventh-place finish in a season-best 18:39, followed by Tanner in 22nd with a personal-best 19:31. Robinson placed 26th with a time of 19:56,
while Vey finished 28th with a time of 20:01. Bolla (21:54), Lapouttre (23:13) and Snodgrass (23:52) also recorded personal bests. On the girls side at Jefferson, Dalton placed 13th and Wilde finished 19th, both earning medals. Babowicz (27:38) and Hounshell (30:23) recorded season bests, while Percha (27:50) and Hills (28:56) turned in strong performances. Most recently, Flat Rock competed in the Wayne County Championships at Willow Metropark, where several runners continued to improve their times. Brodie led the boys with an 18:40 finish, while Vey (19:45), Miller (20:58), Bolla (21:01), Lapouttre (22:09) and Austin Knight (23:17) all recorded personal bests. Cotter also contributed a season-best time of 20:44. For the girls, Dalton led the Rams with a time of 24:10, followed closely by Wilde at 24:16. Babowicz also delivered a strong performance, recording a season-best time of 27:08.
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Flat Rock Volleyball Maintains Winning Season, Ryan Reaches Milestone
The Lady Rams varsity volleyball team has put together an impressive season, holding an 18-7-1 record at press deadline for The Telegraph Tribune while building on its success as defending Huron League champions. After a successful Summer Classic, Flat Rock split matches against Marshall and Temperance Bedford, falling to Marshall before defeating Bedford, 25-22 and 25-23. Taylor Hesse hit .500, while Lily Klein hit .400. Sarah Giroux recorded 23 kills and 19 digs, and Zoe Ryan added 35 assists and 14 digs. The Lady Rams followed with a three-set sweep of Milan, winning 25-15, 25-8 and 25-15. Hesse hit .729 with eight kills, while Klein added seven kills, three blocks, six digs and an ace. Giroux recorded 14 kills and 13 digs, and Ryan contributed 28 assists and 12 digs for double-doubles. Riley Kujat added
four aces, three kills and four digs. Flat Rock finished 3-1 at the Motor City Power Series, defeating Walled Lake Western, Plymouth and Temperance Bedford before falling to Farmington Hills Mercy. Giroux led with 39 kills, five aces and 33 digs, while Klein recorded 29 kills and 13 blocks. Ryan added 61 assists, eight aces and 20 digs, and Elle Dwyer contributed 21 digs and four aces. In their home opener, the defending Huron League champions swept rival Carleton Airport, 25-9, 25-15 and 25-13, to reclaim The Jug. They followed with another three-set sweep at New Boston Huron, winning 25-16, 25-11 and 25-14 to remain unbeaten in league play. Giroux recorded 12 kills and 12 digs, Klein added eight kills, and Ryan finished with 21 assists. Flat Rock continued its winning streak with a
sweep of Riverview, 25-9, 25-12 and 25-13. The team recorded a .286 hitting percentage, 18 aces and 41 digs. After a five-set loss to Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central, the Lady Rams bounced back with tournament victories over Canton and Grand Rapids Catholic Central. On Senior Night, Flat Rock swept Grosse Ile, 25-7, 25-12 and 25-15. Ryan reached a major career milestone, recording her 1,000th assist at Flat Rock and 2,000th career assist overall. The Lady Rams continued their success with a four-set victory over Monroe Jefferson, followed by a second sweep of Milan, 25-18, 25-19 and 2514. They also earned another conference win by sweeping New Boston Huron for the second time, 25-17, 25-11 and 25-18.
FR Football Earns Key Wins as Scully Sets School Passing Record The Flat Rock Rams football team has delivered standout individual performances and several key victories, holding a 3-4 overall record at press deadline through seven games. After opening with losses to Gladwin (53-29) and Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central (29-19), the Rams earned their first win against Grosse Ile, overcoming a 14-12 halftime deficit for a 33-21 victory. Quarterback Joel Scully completed 14 of 19 passes for 197 yards and accounted for five touchdowns, three passing and two rushing. Jordan Godfrey led receivers with six catches for 90 yards and two touchdowns, while Alex Beaudrie added 44 yards and a touchdown on three receptions. Blake Recore rushed for 87 yards on 13 carries. Flat Rock followed with a 35-0 shutout of rival Carleton Airport in the annual “Battle of the Jug,” retaining the traveling trophy for the second consecutive year. Scully completed 17 of 27 passes for 333 yards and five touchdowns. David Riddle caught four passes for 168 yards and three touchdowns, while Beaudrie added 76 yards and a touchdown on four receptions. Braylon Hoover also
caught a touchdown pass. The Rams then fell to Monroe Jefferson, 28-26, before losing a high-scoring Huron League matchup against Riverview, 59-42. Despite the loss, Scully set a Flat Rock singlegame passing record with 412 yards, completing 18 of 24 passes for six touchdowns. He surpassed the previous record of 378 yards, set by Graham Junge against Summit Academy in 2022, and tied the school record for touchdown passes in a game. Against Riverview, Riddle caught six passes for 185 yards and four touchdowns, while Godfrey added 94 yards and two touchdowns on four receptions. Beaudrie recorded six catches for 69 yards, and Recore added 64 yards on two receptions. Most recently, the Rams celebrated homecoming with a 49-12 victory over Milan. Recore rushed for 118 yards and three touchdowns, while Beaudrie caught four passes for 129 yards and three touchdowns. Hoover added 89 receiving yards and a touchdown.
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...into Fall at the Pointe Mouille Waterfowl Festival The Pointe Mouillee State Game Area in Brownstown Township held its annual Waterfowl Festival on the weekend of September 19-20. The event featured live retriever dog jump displays, a duck calling MADELINE contest, and a variety of food and MATOSH wildlife art vendors. The festival featured activities for everyone, including a children’s event tent in the morning, followed by a duck calling contest. Alongside the calling contests, vendors displayed duck decoys available for purchase before duck hunting season opened in October.
The event also featured live music and a large art tent displaying paintings of local Downriver wildlife. Participants could sign up their furry companions for the dog jumping competition, in which retrieving pups could jump into the state game area’s waters and retrieve a small duck decoy. Crowds quickly gathered around the dog jump display, with children and adults excitedly shouting and cheering on which pup had the best leaps. Other dog demonstrations featured speakers who explained why certain breeds are exceptional hunting dogs and demonstrated the skills and focus
of hunting and retrieving dogs. Some attendees brought along puppies that were too excited to compete but still enjoyed the festival. Groups like Delta Waterfowl held raffles offering the chance to win a late-season hunt in December, while other groups displayed recurve bows and various hunting supplies. The state game area wasn’t short on food options over the weekend, as some sections featured a variety of food trucks and stands selling sweets. A beer tent was also available throughout the day. Hunters looking to stock up on supplies found no shortage at the festival, with many tents offering flashlights, coats and essential outdoor gear for purchase. The festival had plenty to offer non-hunters as
well. Vendors in the tents sold late-season honey and beeswax goods, alongside a separate tent that hosted this year’s festival dedications. Artisans also displayed handcrafted carvings. Wooden duck carvings showcased the unique craftsmanship involved in creating decoys and other wildlife art pieces. A championship shoot over Lake Erie was the highlight of the evening, drawing attendees from around the festival grounds. The event also served as a welcome to the upcoming duck season and an opportunity for hunters to practice their skills. Overall, the Waterfowl Festival offered a weekend of retriever dog demonstrations, hunting education, wildlife-inspired artisan work, and a variety of activities for all ages and interests.
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Warriors Football Builds Strong Season with Solid Victories At the Telegraph Tribune’s press deadline, the Woodhaven Warriors football team holds a 5-2 overall record and a 4-2 conference record, currently placing third in the Downriver League standings. The Warriors opened their season with a dominant 52-14 victory over Southgate Anderson before defeating Ann Arbor Huron 34-20. Woodhaven continued its early success with a convincing 36-6 win over Lincoln Park. One of the season’s highlights came during
Woodhaven’s homecoming game, when the Warriors celebrated with a 34-14 victory over Wyandotte Roosevelt in front of their home crowd. Woodhaven followed that performance with its largest shutout victory of the season, defeating Dearborn Edsel Ford 49-0. The commanding win showcased the Warriors’ offensive strength and defensive capabilities. Despite their success, the Warriors also faced several tightly contested games against conference
opponents. Woodhaven fell just short against Allen Park in a 13-12 battle before suffering another narrow defeat to Gibraltar Carlson, 31-28. Through seven games, Woodhaven’s only two losses came by a combined four points. The Warriors’ season is not over yet and already it features several high-scoring performances, a memorable homecoming victory, and a strong showing against Downriver League competition.
Woodhaven Swim and Dive Takes Third at Wayne Memorial The Lady Warriors swim and dive team delivered a strong performance at the Wayne Memorial Invitational, earning a third-place finish overall with several swimmers placing among the top competitors in their events. One of the team’s standout performances came in the 200yard medley relay, where Mia Prus, Violet Collins, Mikayla Machlik and Cassidy Goroni combined for a second-place finish. In individual competition, Machlik secured third place in the 100-yard butterfly, while Goroni earned third in the 500-yard freestyle. Prus also added a third-place finish in the 100-yard backstroke. The team continued their success in relay competition, with Gabby Vogel, Josie Johnson-Lemieux, Lara Cercado and Lily Lloyd teaming up for a third-place finish in the 400-yard freestyle relay.
Lady Warriors Volleyball Highlight Key Wins, Strong Season The Lady Warriors volleyball team has experienced a competitive season, holding a 10-11 overall record at the press deadline of The Telegraph Tribune with several notable victories against Downriver League opponents and other area programs. After a challenging start to the season in tournament competition, the Lady Warriors picked up momentum with a dominant two-set victory over North Farmington, winning 25-8 and 25-16. Woodhaven followed with a four-set conference victory over Dearborn Edsel Ford, bouncing back from a 24-26 opening-set loss to win the next three sets, 25-13, 26-24 and 25-9. The team also earned a pair of victories over Garden City during the Allen Park Back to School
Invitational before securing back-to-back five-set wins against Southgate Anderson and Lincoln Park. Against Southgate, Woodhaven battled to a 15-13 victory in the deciding set, while the matchup against Lincoln Park ended with a 15-12 fifth-set win. Another highlight came against Wyandotte Roosevelt, when Woodhaven swept the Bears in three sets, 25-21, 25-8 and 25-23. The Warriors continued their success with a three-set victory over Allen Park, winning 25-23, 25-20 and 25-21. Woodhaven also delivered one of its most commanding performances against Taylor, sweeping the matchup with set scores of 25-11, 25-6 and 25-8. In tournament action, the Lady Warriors added a two-set victory over Erie Mason, winning 25-22 and 25-20.
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The Warriors soccer team advanced to the district semifinals following a 5-1 victory over Southgate Anderson in the opening round of postseason play. The Warriors finished the regular season with an 8-7-3 overall record, placing third in the Downriver League with a 5-3-1 conference record. Woodhaven recorded several impressive victories throughout the season, including a dominant 13-1 win over Taylor and an 8-0 shutout against Southgate Anderson. The Warriors also earned shutout victories over Trenton (3-0), Ypsilanti Community (2-0) and Allen Park (2-0). Another notable conference victory came against Wyandotte Roosevelt, with
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If something happened to you tomorrow, would your family know what to do with your digital life? They might know about your home, vehicle and bank accounts. But would they know where to find your family photos, online accounts, digital documents, rewards points or cryptocurrency? Why are we talking about this? This month, Downriver CU is partnering with Trust & Will to offer members special savings on estate planning. That got us thinking about something many of us may overlook when planning for the future: our digital lives. Your digital life is part of your legacy A 2026 Trust & Will survey of 5,000 U.S. adults found that 48% had no instructions for what should happen to their digital accounts and files when they die. Even among people who had a Will, 23% still had no digital instructions in place. That’s important because your digital estate may include much more than you realize: - Memories: photos, videos, emails and cloud storage - Financial assets: cryptocurrency and certain online financial accounts - Online accounts: email, social media, websites and subscriptions - Rewards: loyalty programs and other online benefits
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