The only population count that counts is the one held every 10 years
Recently, we reported that Hamtramck has seen a slight dip in its population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That adjustment is based on the bureau’s own quirky estimates, which…
The long journey of Veterans Park
Recently, we celebrated all of the good things happening at Hamtramck’s historic baseball stadium. The good news keeps on coming. The stadium is located within the city’s largest green space,…
Hamtramck’s baseball stadium is the comeback story of the year
As we reported last week, the comeback story of Hamtramck’s historic baseball stadium is truly amazing. And the city has a lot of folks to thank for that. It all…
Get ready for an election season
Hamtramck’s election season is off and running. The only local election this year for public office is for three seats on city council. Councilmembers Mohammed Hassan, Nayeem Choudhury and Mohammed…
Guest Editorial … DWIHN to expand behavioral health treatment capacity
By DWIHN Today, the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) announced a four-point comprehensive plan to improve behavioral health treatment care capacity in Metro-Detroit by seeking the state’s support to…
Guest Editorial … Wayne County Treasurer halts home foreclosures
By Eric Sabree Wayne County Treasurer Recently, I successfully petitioned the 3rd Circuit Court to stop foreclosures of owner-occupied residential properties in 2023. The motion filed with the court requesting…
County owes Hamtramck an explanation on what it plans for jail
Amid the good news city officials received about Hamtramck’s yearly budget projection, there has been one lingering dark cloud hanging over things. Wayne County is expected to transfer its jail…
Guest Editorial … Volunteers are needed in helping with needy households
By Max Gilginas The City of Hamtramck’s Community Involvement Office is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the AmeriCorps’ My Neighborhood Connections program, through Detroit’s Hannan Center, to…
American Axle expansion plan is welcomed with caution
It’s hard to get too excited about the possible redevelopment of American Axle’s former plant site. While it’s encouraging that an American company is contemplating expanding, this particular company has…
Is buying a street sweeper the answer
It’s been about 30 years since the city had its own street sweeping truck. At that time, Hamtramck was locked in political turmoil, and those who opposed the mayor (who…
