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Happy weekend, Downriver!
In today’s happening-today edition: 100th Memorial Day parade, LEGO and Ford Model T set, Sebastian Bach, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
United in remembrance and pride: Nearby Dearborn will host its 100th Memorial Day Parade in 2026, presented by Ford Community Relations, with Grand Marshal U.S. Navy Capt. Houssain Sam Sareini and more than 90 groups — get all the details.
Artifacts shape authentic design: LEGO and Ford teamed up on a Model T set celebrating Detroit history. The 1,000 plus piece Icons build features vintage tires, a folding cloth top, and is now available — learn how it came together.
Warnings and fee relief explained: Downriver drivers, beware of fake toll texts posing as 36th District Court. Michigan’s attorney general warned of smishing, and the court announced amnesty waiving late fees, penalties, and warrant costs — get details on warnings and waivers.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fresh-cut fry fix: Joe’s Hamburgers answers those crispy-salty cravings with hand-cut fries piled high, then ups the ante with poutine if you’re feeling extra. And the sliders? Small, smashy, and so good that “just one bite” is never the plan.
Glow without guesswork: Skinsational Aesthetics creates a quick, personalized skin assessment and plan, from wrinkle-smoothing injections to refined, natural results, so you skip the guesswork and feel fresher fast. Wonder what truly works for your face? Their licensed pros map it out and keep downtime minimal.
Midweek fairway therapy: Thread technical lines through flat, wooded fairways at Willow Disc Golf Course in Willow Metropark, starting near the Acorn Picnic Area and skirting the Huron River. It’s a quick reset that feels far from the weekday grind; when it warms up, bug spray is your quiet MVP.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍓 Fresh Strawberries & Oranges @ Tractor Supply Co. (Trenton) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Swing by Tractor Supply in Trenton for a farm-fresh pickup. Florida strawberries, California navels or Cara Caras, Georgia pecans, and Pure Michigan maple syrup, all just days off the farm. Pre-order to snag the discount, and skip the sad produce aisle.
🎨 Spring Fever Craft Show & Mom 2 Mom @ Allen Park High School | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Ready to trade winter clutter for spring finds? This mashup of a craft fair and Mom 2 Mom sale brings vendors with handmade goodies, kid gear, and fresh-season treats, including new St. Patrick’s and Easter finds. Browse, haggle lightly, and feel smugly prepared.
🐰 The Lucky Bunny Market @ Park Place Catering (Dearborn) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Let’s hop over to the Lucky Bunny Market, with indoor and outdoor vendors, food trucks, mobile boutiques, and local makers. Four bucks gets you in, plus free gifts, raffles, and photos with the Easter Bunny, because nostalgia should be included, not upsold.
🍽 K of C 3956 Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner @ St. Pius X Catholic Church (Southgate) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Knights of Columbus dish corned beef and cabbage at St. Pius X social hall, because nothing says community like boiled dinner and church folding chairs. $15 covers dinner and a beverage, proceeds aid K of C charities, meatless option available. Pre-order, eat well, feel virtuous.
🎺 USAFA Blue Delta @ The War Memorial (Grosse Pointe Farms) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Ready for goosebumps and parade-ground precision? The United States Air Force Academy’s Blue Delta returns to The War Memorial for a free show, with tight musicianship, crowd-pleasers, and the kind of polish that makes your playlist sit up straighter. Bring ears, pride, and a friend.
🐦 Winter Birding Hike @ John D. Dingell Jr. Visitor Center (Trenton) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Think your backyard sparrows are the whole guest list? Join a park ranger for an easy 1/4-mile wander through Humbug Marsh to meet winter visitors. It’s free, open to all ages, and binoculars are provided, so your Fitbit will barely notice, and knees will, too.
🐶 St. Patrick’s Adoption Event @ MaryAnn Wright Animal Adoption and Education Center (Dearborn) | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Swap green beer for green collars and swing by a St. Paddy’s adoption bash with waived fees on featured pups. No leprechauns, just wagging tails, responsible matchmaking, and a chance to upgrade your daily walks. Your sofa, and your heart, will thank you.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Downriver report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 43°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 9%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 43. West wind 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Later: Snow likely between 8pm and 5am, then rain and snow likely. Cloudy, with a low around 33. East southeast wind 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 63°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 55%
Rain and snow likely. Cloudy, with a high near 63. Southeast wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 38. South wind 18 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
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