When it comes to elections playing by the rules is a must
Let that be a lesson to you. Four Hamtramck men learned the hard way that when it comes to elections, you better follow the rules. And for Hamtramck City Clerk…
City needs to take larger role in hosting Hamtramck Festival
Now that the Hamtramck Labor Day Festival is over, it’s time to reflect. We have said this before, but we think it’s worth repeating. The festival needs to be city-owned,…
Hamtramck’s basement flooding is now an ongoing health hazard
Once again a number of Hamtramck residents experienced sewer backups during Monday’s heavy downpour. It left many wondering if this is going to be the “new normal” in which every…
Hamtramck Festival is a great weekend to showcase our city
Well here it is, the end of summer as we know it. While this weekend isn’t officially the last days of summer, the Hamtramck Labor Day Festival is a signal…
Let the city and state know you have suffered damages
We can’t blame you for thinking: “What’s the use of reporting flood damage?” Although there is no promise of financial assistance for those who suffered damages from last week’s massive…
Flooding provides a lesson in need to pay for infrastructure
Monday’s mass flooding in the metro area proved one thing. No matter how much money you spend to modernize your sewer system, Mother Nature still rules. Despite the overwhelming force…
If chicken raising issue was a test the city council failed
City councilmembers did themselves no favor in their recent on-again, off-again votes on whether households can raise live chickens. It doesn’t matter if you are in favor of this proposal…
Our endorsements for Tuesday’s Primary Election
Next Tuesday (Aug. 5) is the Primary Election, and in many instances, whoever wins the Democratic Party race next week will easily win the November Election. That’s why it’s so…
In County Executive race, it’s best to stick with experience
This may not be the most popular political endorsement in the metro area, but when it comes to the race for Wayne County Executive, we’re not inclined for a change.…
Our endorsements for state and county races
The August 5th Primary ballot features a number of races that will determine who will ultimately win in November. Let’s start with the State Senate seat for the 2nd District.…
