Should religious animal sacrifices be allowed?
In an ongoing review of city ordinances, a thorny controversy has unexpectedly been stirred. Recently, the city council considered a revision of an ordinance governing animals, specifically which kinds of…
A teachable moment in Judge Krot decision
Hamtramck 31st District Court Judge Alexis Krot has been cleared of wrongdoing. Last week we reported on the decision by the state Judicial Tenure Commission over Krot’s handling of a…
Guest Editorial … Our neighbors need help with water bills
By Rev. Cass Charrette People’s Water Board Coalition Board Member Thanks to our youth who use their creativity to meet human needs in our community! Another need requiring caring response…
Guest Editorial: Pride flag also represents our diversity
By Mark Rigstad Our city’s motto is “The World in Two Square Miles!” because we cherish our tradition of diversity, inclusivity, and toleration of differences. A tolerant community accepts…
Justice is about to be served
For those who have been following the city’s long-running housing discrimination lawsuit, there is reason to celebrate. But it’s not quite “pop the champagne bottle” time. Thanks to an almost…
State’s pension funding is only a temporary fix
Last week, the city received some exciting news. It is very likely that Hamtramck will qualify for and receive about, $17.6 million to shore up its underfunded pension fund. That…
Guest Editorial: A new age of learning: HPS offers Virtual Learning Institute
By Dr. Adnan Aabed, Director of Hamtramck Public Schools Virtual Learning Institute COVID-19 brought many changes to the education landscape, and now we realize that some of those changes are…
Nearby recycling plant raises more concerns
The recycling plant named US Ecology continues to rack up complaints, the latest one about the odors it emits. Last week, State Rep. Abraham Aiyash (D-Hamtramck), Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit),…
Wishing our CM good luck and thanks
It’s going to be tough to replace City Manager Kathy Angerer. Yes, we know some folks will scoff at that notion. All leaders have their critics. But the way we…
Rededication of stadium ushers in a new era
Things just keep getting better and better for the historic Hamtramck baseball stadium. Last week, officials from Wayne County, Detroit and Hamtramck, plus a host of special guests, were part…
