COVID-19 UPDATE: President takes new steps to battle pandemic

President Joe Biden took his first steps following his inauguration yesterday to demonstrate a new strategy to fight the coronavirus, signing executive orders to require masks on federal property, renewed emphasis on biodefense and reengaging with other n...

New state programs rolled out to offset pandemic financial losses

Stemming from Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s recently announced stimulus plan, three grant programs were rolled out last week to help offset some of the personal and professional financial losses that Michiganders may have been incurred due to the ...

Recreation Department, Rotary plan Winter Softball tourney fundraiser

The Taylor Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Taylor, has scheduled a Winter Softball Tournament for Men’s and Coed divisions to raise scholarship funds for one graduating male and female athlete at Taylor Hi...

Recreation Center to resume fitness classes

With the new order by the Michigan Department of Health the Taylor Recreation Center can resume fitness classes. All previous Covid-19 safe practices must be adhered to.

Class size limits

• Masks must be worn at all times
• For youth classes parents of children ...

Discounted Pavilion Rental Program offered for 501c3 organizations

The City is offering the opportunity for discounted pavilion rentals for 501c3 non-profit organizations as a way to give back to our community and support the work of organizations helping others.

The discounted pavilion rental is for the Sheridan Center o...

Recreation Center reopens its dry saunas by reservation only

The Taylor Recreation Center, 22805 Goddard Road, is reopening its dry heat saunas to members.

Sauna use will be restricted, due to pandemic-related concerns, in the following manner:

• Use by one member at a time
• Reservations are a must: Call (734) 374-8900 O...

QuickClinic free drive thru COVID-19 testing available at Lakes of Taylor

Wayne County and the City of Taylor have partnered to offer a free COVID-19 testing site at the Lakes of Taylor Gold Course, 25505 Northline Road, between Telegraph and Beech Daly. 

The site is open:

• 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays
• 9 a.m.-3 p....

'TSX Baseball' to be added at Taylor Sportsplex

Mayor Rick Sollars today (December 3) announced “TSX Baseball,” an exciting expansion of offerings at the Taylor Sportsplex in 2021. The new program will be housed in the main open-field soccer arena.

The program will include three batting cages and the av...

Packets available for possible candidates for local elections in 2021

The City Clerk has packets available for those who are interested in running for local office in 2021.  Anyone interested needs to call ahead to make arrangements to pick one up because City Hall is open by appointments only. Call (734) 287-6550 ...

Free reusable face masks now available at City Hall

Through a partnership with Wayne County, the City of Taylor is distributing free reusable face masks to any resident in the community. They are available in packets of five, and can be obtained through City Hall.

To pick up a packet, just come to City Hall...

COVID-19 UPDATE: WHO, CDC focus on new variants

On January 15 the World Health Organization (WHO) urged more effort to detect new variants. The CDC said a new version first identified in the United Kingdom may become dominant in the U.S. by March. That the more in the Wayne County Report for January 20...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Dr. Fauci optimistic about vaccine approval timelines

Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious diseases expert, was optimistic about the timeline for new coronavirus vaccine approvals, saying on Sunday January 17 that the clearance of new AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson shots is likely &...

SMART surveying users to improve service

To build on the rapid success of its Fast, Affordable, Save, Transit (FAST) service rolled out in 2018, SMART is looking for sites for future Park and Ride facilities to provide additional connections for area transit riders.

SMART has launched a survey t...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Meijer to offer vaccine doses beginning January 18

Meijer has been named a pharmacy partner with the State of Michigan to help administer COVID-19 vaccines. Beginning the week of January 18, Meijer pharmacies will administer the first doses of COVID-19 vaccine at a limited number of stores in Wayne County...

COVID-19 UPDATE: New guidelines set in place through the end of January

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has updated its statewide epidemic order to allow re-opening of additional activities where Michiganders can remain masked and socially distanced. That and more in the Wayne County Report for January 14...

COVID-19 UPDATE: U.S,. HHS releasing vaccine that was held in reserve

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that they will grant Governor Gretchen Whitmer and eight other governors’ request and release the millions of doses of the safe, effective COVID-19 vaccine currently being held in reserv...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Wayne County announces steps in vaccine rollout

Wayne County residents aged 65 and older are now able to receive the COVID-19 vaccines at area health systems as more of the vaccine becomes available. That and more including the Wayne County Report for January 12, 2021.

Seniors should contact their healt...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Beaumont works quickly to vaccinate front-line workers, employees

As one of the first Michigan health systems to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, Beaumont has been working since mid-December to vaccinate front line workers and employees as quickly as possible. That and more in the Wayne County Report for January 11,...

COVID-19 UPDATE: County waits on more vaccine availability

Wayne County Public Health Department will vaccinate seniors and others priority essential workers as more vaccine becomes available from the state of Michigan, Wayne County Chief Health Strategist Mouhanad Hammami said.

See today’s Wayne County ...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Some Phase 1B essential workers may be vaccinated

The Michigan Health and Human Services Department and Governor Gretchen Whitmer have announced that starting January 11, some Phase 1B essential workers including school and childcare staff, frontline responders, and staff in jails, prisons, and shelters ...

COVID-19 UPDATE: CDC guidelines change due to allergic reactions

The Centers for Disease Control guidelines have been updated to now say that anyone who has previously suffered an immediate allergic reaction of any severity to any ingredient of Pfizer or Moderna’s vaccines should not be vaccinated unless they...

Weatherization grants available for small businesses through SBAM

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity is providing federal CARES Act funds to help qualifying small businesses expand their capacity by adding weatherized, temporary outdoor facilities. Three million dollars in grant funding is availab...

City Hall returns to appointment-only visits

Beginning on Monday, November 9, City Hall will return to “appointment-only” visits, due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases and the coming cold weather. Otherwise, it will be closed to the public.

“We don’t want p...

Heritage Park Petting Farm closing for the winter

The Heritage Park Petting Farm will close for the winter season at the end of the day on Sunday,  November 8.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Increased holiday travel could result in virus spike

American air travel hit its highest level on Saturday (January 2) since mid-March, raising fears that the spike in holiday travel will result in another surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths in upcoming weeks. This and more in the Wayne County Report for Jan...

Water Department begins 'Cross Connections' program

The City of Taylor has started a new “Residential Cross Connection Program” to help eliminate possible contamination of the public water distribution system. The program is mandated by State of Michigan Public Act 399...

American Legion offers free shuttle to John Dingell VA Medical Center

The American Legion is offering a free shuttle service for Downriver veterans to and from the John Dingell VA Medical Center every Wednesday.

The shuttle will pick up vets at the American Legion Veteran’s Service Office, 15100 Northline Road, Roo...

Multi-line telephone systems must comply with new laws

A new law takes effect in February 2020, requiring multi-line telephone systems (MLTS), like those found in hotels and offices, to dial 9-1-1 from anywhere on location, link properly with emergency dispatch centers and provide accurate information to firs...

Texas faces Chinese Taipei for world championship

The United States champions from Lufkin, Texas, will challenge the International champions from Chinese Taipei for the world championship of the 38th annual Junior League Baseball World Series at noon today at Taylor’s Heritage Park.

The game fea...

Chinese Taipei wins sixth straight JLWS title, edging Texas, 2-0

The dynasty continues! For the sixth straight year, a team from Chinese Taipei has captured the world championship of the Junior League Baseball World Series.

The Shing-Ming Junior Little League of Taoyuan, Chinese Taipei, edged Lufkin, Texas, 2-0, in Sund...

Texas faces Chinese Taipei for world championship

The United States champions from Lufkin, Texas, will challenge the International champions from Chinese Taipei for the world championship of the 38th annual Junior League Baseball World Series at noon today at Taylor’s Heritage Park.

The game fea...

We're down to the Final Four teams in the 2018 JLWS

The final four is set for the 38th annual Junior League Baseball World Series. Two games are scheduled for Saturday (August 18) at Taylor’s Heritage Park to determine the United States and International championships for 2018.

The winners of Satu...

Rain delays starts for today's games at the JLWS (August 16)

Fans of the Junior League World Series should note that the starting times for today’s games for August 16 have been changed, due to the rain in the Detroit region.

USA West (California) and USA Central (Illinois) will now begin play at 6 p.m., n...

Four teams face must-win games today in JLWS

The 38th annual Junior League Baseball World Series is down to six teams with world championship dreams. Two must-win games are set today at Taylor’s Heritage Park.

The week-long international tournament for the best teams of 13- and 14-year-old ...

Four teams eliminated from championship contention on Tuesday

Suddenly, the Junior League Baseball World Series is down to eight teams. Four teams were eliminated from contention on Tuesday. Four more games on Wednesday at Taylor’s  Heritage Park will limit the field even further.

The week-long int...

Tension builds as teams face championship elimination today (August 14)

There may be a bit of tension today at World Series Field. Four games are scheduled and the losing team in each game will be eliminated from contention in the Junior League Baseball World Series at Taylor’s Heritage Park.

The week-long internatio...

Will Day 2 hold form after a wild opening slate of games?

Four teams will make their debut today in the 38th annual Junior League Youth Baseball World Series at Taylor’s Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road.

Day two of the international week-long tournament comes after one of the most exciting opening days ...

Opening ceremonies kick off at 8 p.m. Saturday, August 11

Opening ceremonies of the Junior League Baseball World Series begin about 8 p.m. Saturday, August 11. The event is open to the public at no cost. Tournament organizers are counting on local fans to make visitors feel welcome. Admission is free.

The ceremon...

2018 JLWS ready to roll after last year's exciting finish

Jack Regenye's amazing catch

A year after Chinese Taipei won its fifth straight world championship and an outfielder from Pennsylvania stole a guaranteed home run by making the “catch of the Millennium,” the Junior League Baseball World...

Junior League Baseball World Series set to return to Taylor, Mich., for 38th straight year

TAYLOR, MICHIGAN – For the 38th consecutive year, the best teams of 13- and 14-year-old baseball players will compete for the world championship of Junior League Baseball during the 2018 Junior League World Series at Taylor’s Heritage ...

Teams firming up for 38th annual JLWS

Six of the 12 teams have qualified for the 38th annual Junior League World Series, which holds its opening ceremonies on Saturday, August 11, at Heritage Park in Taylor. Here's how things look thus far:

Junior League Baseball World Series Schedule &nda...