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Pavel Datsyuk elected to Hockey Hall of Fame Class of2024

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 25, 2024

DETROIT – Mike Gartner, Chair of the Hockey Hall of Fame Selection Committee, announced today that former Detroit Red Wings forward Pavel Datsyuk has been elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame Honored Membership in the Player Category.

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SBAM Foundation opens applications for small business support hub grant program

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 24, 2024

The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Foundation has announced that its Small Business Support Hub (SBSH) Grant Program is now accepting applications for grant funding. The SBSH Grant Program was created to address the needs of established businesses in the first and second stages that have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This program offers free programming, courses, events, and support designed to help small businesses recover from the effects of the pandemic and achieve success.

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GOP lawmakers clash with Democrats over Grosse Ile toll bridge bill

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 24, 2024

Republican lawmakers briefly broke out in shouting Thursday on the floor of the Michigan House of Representatives when Democrats in the majority wouldn’t let one GOP member speak on a bill for an issue that doesn’t affect his district.

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Detroit City FC acquires defender Abdi Salim on loan from Orlando City SC

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 24, 2024

Detroit City FC has announced the acquisition of defender Abdi Salim on loan from Orlando City SC, a Major League Soccer team. Salim's collegiate career began at Buffalo State University in 2019, where he led the team in minutes played and earned Rookie of the Year for the State University of New York Athletic Conference, along with Defensive Player of the Year honors.

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Detroit City Wire area weekly mass times

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 23, 2024

The following parishes in the Detroit City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Le Rouge secures win against Kalamazoo FC and maintains perfect home record

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 22, 2024

Le Rouge aimed to establish their dominance early as the match commenced. Emily Pagett floated a chipped through ball into the path of Kayla Addison in the second minute, nearly resulting in a goal if not for crucial last-ditch defending from Kalamazoo.

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Detroit City FC defeats Pumas UNAM before over 7,000 fans at Keyworth Stadium

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 22, 2024

Detroit City FC faced Pumas UNAM of Mexico’s Liga MX in an international friendly match at Keyworth Stadium, drawing a crowd of over 7,000 spectators. Head Coach Danny Dichio made several changes to the starting lineup, with Nate Steinwascher returning as the goalkeeper. The defensive backline consisted of Alex Villanueva, Abdi Salim, Stephen Carroll, and Matt Sheldon. Midfielders included Dominic Gasso, Ryan Williams, and Daniel Espeleta. The attacking trio featured Connor Rutz, Elvis Amoh, and Yazeed Matthews.

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Brandon Shamoun honored during Pride Month by Detroit Red Wings

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 22, 2024

DETROIT -- As a member of both the Middle Eastern and LGBTQ+ communities, Brandon Shamoun has a strong sense of identity that helps him engage in fulfilling and authentic work.

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Detroit City FC to host Kalamazoo in crucial W League matchup

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 21, 2024

Detroit City FC is set to host Kalamazoo FC in the final W League regular season home match of 2024. Both teams are currently at the top of the USL W League standings, with Detroit City FC leading with 2.56 points per game, surpassing Kalamazoo FC’s tally of 2.00 points per game. Kalamazoo FC is level with Midwest United FC but has played one more match.

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Steve Yzerman outlines Red Wings’ approach ahead of 2024 NHL Entry Draft

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 21, 2024

DETROIT -- With one week until the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, which takes place June 28-29 at Sphere in Las Vegas, Executive Vice President and General Manager Steve Yzerman is planning to continue his usual draft strategy when the Detroit Red Wings are on the clock for their first pick at No. 15 overall.

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Detroit Regional Chamber joins coalition urging support for digital trade rules

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 21, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber, along with over 100 organizations representing 45 states, has signed a coalition letter from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce urging the Biden Administration to support robust digital trade rules previously approved by Congress in past trade agreements.

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Detroit City FC hosts Pumas UNAM for first international friendly since pandemic

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 21, 2024

Le Rouge comes into this friendly match off a 2-0 victory against Charleston Battery last weekend. A defensive struggle was broken open with a penalty converted by Maxi Rodriguez in the 87th minute. Elvis Amoh doubled the Detroit lead in the fourth minute of second-half stoppage time with a goal after juggling the ball around two Charleston defenders.

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Wayne County's universities spent $3,787,360 on football teams in 2023

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 21, 2024

Wayne County's seven colleges spent $3,787,360 on their football teams in 2023, an increase over the previous year.

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Sandy K. Baruah to guest host on WJR 760 AM on June 20

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 20, 2024

Sandy K. Baruah, the Detroit Regional Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer, will take over the WJR 760 AM radio waves on June 20 from noon to 2 p.m. He will interview several business and government leaders, including Michigan Central’s Josh Sirefman, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, The Glengariff Group’s Richard Czuba, and Gallup Center on Black Voices’ Camille Lloyd.

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Sandy K. Baruah hosts 'Focus' on WJR 760 AM with key business leaders

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 20, 2024

On June 20, Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Sandy K. Baruah took over the WJR 760 AM radio waves as guest host of Focus, interviewing several prominent business and government leaders, including Rep. Lisa McClain (R-MI 9), Michigan Central’s Josh Sirefman, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, The Glengariff Group’s Richard Czuba, and Gallup Center on Black Voices’ Camille Lloyd.

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Detroit Red Wings introduce Winged Wheel Nation ticket waitlist ahead of 2025-26 season

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 20, 2024

DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings announced the introduction of a Winged Wheel Nation season ticket waitlist for the 2025-26 season to meet the demand for tickets by fans. Supporters can join the waitlist by placing a deposit or by purchasing a 10-game plan for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Further details are available at DetroitRedWings.com/WingedWheelNation.

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Support hub offers relief for struggling Michigan small businesses

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 20, 2024

Michigan’s small businesses, still grappling with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, are being offered a lifeline through a comprehensive initiative of grants, courses, and other forms of support. The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Foundation has launched the Small Business Support Hub Grant Program aimed at helping Michigan entrepreneurs start and grow their companies. This initiative targets owners of first- and second-stage businesses, providing them access to a wide range of resources designed to enhance business growth, stability, and efficiency.

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Red Wings announce Sticks & Picks Festival during NHL Entry Draft

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 20, 2024

DETROIT -- On the evening of the first round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft on Friday, June 28, Hockeytown will be the place to be as the Detroit Red Wings host the “Sticks & Picks” Festival, presented by Bud Light. The family-friendly event will be held outside Little Caesars Arena in the plaza areas and inside the venue in the seating bowl.

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Red Wings sign defenseman Albert Johansson to one-year contract extension

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 19, 2024

The Detroit Red Wings have signed defenseman Albert Johansson to a one-year contract extension, the team announced on June 19, 2024.

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Le Rouge remains undefeated with road victory over Michiana Lions FC

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 19, 2024

The first action of the match fell to Allie Tefend on the left flank as she broke down the line, whipping a ball into Kate Childers. Childers won the header at the back post, but the effort was met by a diving save from Michiana’s keeper.