"Those who make peaceful revolution impossible
will make violent revolution inevitable."
- John F. Kennedy
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Walk-Ins Welcome throughout all of Wayne County! |
Van Buren Township's Wayne County Community College Campus is now a vaccination site! Hours from 8-3pm Monday thru Saturday! Walk-ins welcome, but you can also make an appointment by cy calling:
1-866-610-3885,
between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Pass this info on to any Wayne Country Resident!
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Michigan environmental, political, business leaders commit to $97 million investment into recycling |
LANSING — A group of environmental, political and business leaders in Michigan announced an initiative Monday to invest in recycling infrastructure and eventually triple the state's recycling rate.
The NextCycle Michigan initiative has committed $97 million since last year in state and private funds
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PRIORITY AREAS ...
The Governor and Budget Director Dave Massaron announced Monday the key priority areas for investment include:
- Grant programs for small businesses, possibly a small business accelerator to provide startup capital and support entrepreneurs
- Business attraction efforts to invest in future technologies
- Fixes to water infrastructure, broadband, public green space, climate resilient dams
- Improved public health supports, more services to the aging and better access to state benefits
- Long-term investment for children, including expanding access to preschool and child care
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Michigan could receive over 18 Billion from C19 Relief! |
Michigan will ultimately receive $18 billion in federal funding through the latest COVID-19 relief plan and Gov. Whitmer is taking a different approach on how to spend it.
Rather than creating a supplemental spending plan and tossing it to the Legislature to act, Monday she announced her general priorities and is looking to "negotiate and find common ground" on a "transformation, once-in-a-generational opportunity." "It's about equity. It's about recovery. It's about transformational change and sustainability," the governor said.
"At the first supplemental, perhaps we can talk about child care. I know that's something that employers and families alike are really struggling with. It's a generational investment and it's something that really could make Michigan more competitive."
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Additional upcoming events ... |
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April Happy Hour
Tuesday, April 27th
5pm - 6:30pm
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Our monthly Happy Hours continue, this month on 4th Street Square. Come out to Egan’s outdoors, and every member will receive a drink ticket and we will have a few appetizers. Diamond Members get 2 tickets or you can bring a guest! Remember folks, we do business with those we know, like, and trust .... let’s get to know each other! |
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SBAM Presentation
Wednesday April 28th - Chamber Chat
12:15 - 12:45pm
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With our recently signed Strategic Partnership with the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), our members have many new benefits available. Members, join our lunch and learn / chamber chat on Wednesday April 28th to meet Sherry Bryan and hear for yourself what some of those benefits will be! |
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CONTACT:
Jason Salhaney
Owen Intermediate School Principal
734-417-2281
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Teacher Appreciation Week
May 3rd - 7th
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National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 3-7, and with all that has been going on, our school is making a special effort this year to involve the community in helping us express appreciation for our teachers and staff.
During that week, our administration is doing a Teacher Appreciation Week Game Show with prizes and treats each day. We specifically thought of you because any sort of donation would be wonderful to add to our prizes. Some ideas include (depending on your business): gift cards, oil change, haircut or nails, flowers, golf, coffee, snacks or treats, etc.
We would obviously credit you with an acknowledgment through our family email contacts and social media. As you know, teachers are loyal, love freebies, and never forget the businesses that help out! If something like that is possible, I'll be happy to help coordinate with you.
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How to Boost Your Confidence and Lead the Way
May 18th 9am
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This virtual event will feature Nada Lena Nasserdeen, a motivational speaker, educator, certified leadership and confidence coach and on-stage performance instructor. She will talk about addressing tough situations with honesty and genuine insight and guide you on a path to find your deepest personal perspectives in the workplace and beyond. Nada will educate you on becoming your best self and leave you feeling confident along the journey. |
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Economic Summit - May 24th
Hosted by Edward Jones
12pm - 1pm ZOOM Webinar
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Hear from 2 experts, Senior Analyst and Investment Strategist, Karim Nokali speaking on US, International, and Fixed Income Markets, and Professor of Economics, Charles Ballard speaking about the Michigan Economic Outlook ..
Both of our speakers have some excellent post-covid outlooks that you are going to want to know!
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Labor Posters - More Available |
Our vendor has asked us to help clear out his inventory! We have about 20 Labor Posters, updated for all 2021 Laws (Federal / State) ...
If you have an old one, or need a new one, grab one here! We will deliver anywhere in the 48111 area! (and a bit further if needed)
Only $39.00
Regular Price $49.00
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Lake Fest Sponsors - THANK YOU for your commitment |
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Check out our Lake Fest Website for the latest additions |
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There is still room for your company to have a Dragon Boat, or your food truck can participate! Do you have your own handmade crafts you are looking for a place to showcase them? Or, do you know a company or food truck that would be great for that weekend? Send them these links! Check out the expanded list of activities
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Thanks to our Corporate Sponsors |
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When is the last time you visited our new website?
Here are some quick links:
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Belleville Area Chamber of Commerce |
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Follow us on Social Media |
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