The Eagle

Wayne County leads country in produce borne viral infectionsHealth officials report that while Michigan leads the nation in the number of debilitating cyclosporiasis infections caused by a virus on fresh fruits and vegetables,  Wayne County has reported more instances of the illness than any area throughout the country. More than 8,100 cases have been reported in the state and W...

40 and outRomulus firefighter marks 4 decades of service at retirement celebration  Romulus Fire Department Capt. John Thiede made his retirement official earlier this month and celebrated his four decades of emergency service to the community.Thiede, has “answered the call with professionalism, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to serving our community,” for 40 years, off...

Proposed deputy supervisor choice splits Sumpter Township trusteesSumpter Township trustees were expected to vote again Tuesday on the proposed appointment of Supervisor Tim Bowman’s son as deputy township supervisor.The proposal by Bowman to name his son for the annual $8,200 part time job was rejected by members of the board by a 3-3 vote during the July 14 meeting. Following ...

Safety officials lower vehicle weight limit on Sheldon Road bridgeSafe travel across a Sheldon Road bridge in Canton Township depends on the make and model of vehicle being driven.Following a safety inspection by staff members from the Wayne County Department of Public Services in May, the bridge has been determined unsafe for vehicles of more than 3 tons. That would include hea...

COMMUNITY CALENDARCanton Roundabout is topicRepresentatives from the Canton Township Engineering Services Division, along with the Wayne County Department of Public Service and The Mannik and Smith Group, will be hosting an open house to discuss the upcoming 2027 roundabout construction at the Sheldon and Palmer intersection.The discussion is scheduled from 3 until 6 p.m. Aug. 1...