Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of August.
Good morning, Southfield.
🎭 Culture
The Parade Company announced that businessman Dan Gilbert will serve as grand marshal for America's Thanksgiving Parade, set for Nov.
26 in downtown Detroit. The free 100th parade will honor his longtime contributions to the city + celebrate its vibrant heritage.
🏛️ Government
MDOT said the eastbound I-696 lanes between M-10 and I-75 will reopen before year end, easing congestion on local roads near Southfield.
The project includes opening a ramp as early as the end of August and a traffic shift in early October to restore the original lanes.
Michigan's Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced on Aug.
18 that nine winners emerged from the 'I Voted' sticker contest, which received over 53,000 votes. The winning designs—including a superman ice cream cone and a road work sign—will be used for the general election on Nov. 3.
🏈 Sports
The Tigers snapped a six-game skid yesterday when Max Clark hit his first Comerica Park home run and the bullpen held a 4-1 lead against the Rays.
The team will face Tampa Bay for the series' rubber match on Wednesday at 1:10 p.m.
Max Clark hit his first home run at Comerica Park and five Tigers pitchers allowed one run to end Detroit's six-game losing streak on Tuesday night.
The final game of the three-game series takes place today and promises more action at the ballpark.
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