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Wayne State aims for tournament spot in final game against Saginaw Valley

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 29, 2024

With one game remaining in their regular season, the Wayne State University men's basketball team faces a crucial matchup against Saginaw Valley State University. A win on Saturday would secure them a spot in the GLIAC Tournament quarterfinals scheduled for March 6. Conversely, a loss would mark the end of their season.

Wayne State women aim to end losing streak against Saginaw Valley

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 29, 2024

Wayne State University's women's basketball team is set to face Saginaw Valley State University in their final regular-season game on Saturday, March 2. The match, which will take place at the University Center in Michigan, holds significance for both teams as they prepare for the upcoming GLIAC Tournament starting March 6.

Ian Larkin reflects on unexpected journey through basketball career

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 28, 2024

Staying in Detroit was not initially part of Ian Larkin's plan, but circumstances led him to remain in the city. The former Wayne State men's basketball player reflects positively on how things unfolded. "Something about Detroit and even Wayne State that I like is it's really, 'put your hard hat on, come grind,'" Larkin said.

Wayne State sends eight athletes to NCAA Division II swimming and diving championships

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 28, 2024

Six swimmers and two divers from Wayne State University's women's swimming and diving team have qualified for the 2024 NCAA Division 2 Swimming and Diving National Championships. The event will take place at the SPIRE Institute Aquatics Center in Geneva, Ohio, from March 12 to 15.

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Wayne County rise or fall in 2021?

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Wayne County received $1.5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Colin Golson, Jr. earns GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week honors

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 26, 2024

Colin Golson, Jr. of Wayne State University's men's basketball team has been named the GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week for the first time in his career. This recognition follows Golson's impressive performance, where he averaged a double-double with 20 points and 10.5 rebounds per game, contributing to two crucial victories for Wayne State.

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Wayne County's districts student body comprised mostly of African American students in 2022-23 school year

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 25, 2024

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Wayne County districts' student body in the 2022-23 school year was African American, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

Wayne State women's track ranks sixth after first day at GLIAC Championships

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 25, 2024

Wayne State University's women's indoor track and field team is currently tied for sixth place after the first day of the 2024 GLIAC Indoor Track and Field Championships at the SVSU Fieldhouse. The team has accumulated 14 points, marking the fourth-highest total in the program's 12-year history.

Wayne State finishes fifth at GLIAC indoor championships

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 25, 2024

The Wayne State University women's indoor track and field team finished fifth at the 2024 GLIAC Indoor Championships held in University Center, Michigan. The squad accumulated a total of 62 points, marking the fourth-highest score in program history.

Mancini shines as Wayne State concludes CCFC Championships

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 25, 2024

The Wayne State University women's fencing team concluded its participation in the Central Collegiate Fencing Conference Championships with individual competitions on Sunday at the French Field House in Columbus, Ohio. The standout performance came from sophomore Ludovica Mancini, who secured second place in the Senior Women's Foil category, marking the best result for any Warrior women's fencer.

Wayne State women’s fencing achieves mixed results at CCFC Championships

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 25, 2024

The Wayne State University women's fencing team achieved three victories during the Central Collegiate Fencing Conference (CCFC) Championships held at French Field House in Columbus, Ohio. On Saturday, WSU secured wins against Lawrence (14-13), Cleveland State (21-5 plus one double forfeit), and Detroit Mercy (22-5), concluding the day with a 3-3 record.

Which former Eastern Wayne Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 25, 2024

These former Eastern Wayne Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.

Eastern Wayne Today area weekly mass times

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 24, 2024

The following parishes in the Eastern Wayne Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Wayne State women’s basketball falls to Northern Michigan on Senior Day

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 24, 2024

The Wayne State University women's basketball team faced a defeat against Northern Michigan on Saturday. The game, held at the Wayne State Fieldhouse, ended with a score of 80-74 in favor of Northern Michigan. This match marked the end of the regular season for Wayne State, which now holds an overall record of 16-10 and a conference record of 9-8 in the GLIAC.

Wayne State men's basketball defeats Northern Michigan on Senior Day

By Eastern Wayne Today | Feb 24, 2024

The Wayne State University men's basketball team secured a victory against Northern Michigan University on Senior Day. The match, held in Detroit, concluded with a score of 84-80 in favor of Wayne State, marking their second consecutive win and a strong home record of 10-4 for the season.