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For more than 150 years,
Associated Newspapers has
brought local news to com-
munities in this area. These
publications have won hun-
dreds of both state and
national journalism awards
during that century and a
half of publishing and have
weathered some serious
challenges.
We've endured power out-
ages, equipment failures,
printer catastrophes, eco-
nomic downturns, the COVID
pandemic and the changing
media environment.
Through it all, we have
adapted and endured.
The past two weeks have
presented some of the most
unique and monumental
challenges we have faced in
many years. Our publisher,
and single editorial staff
member, suffered a serious
injury and is unable to pro-
duce even the slightest
amount of newscopy to fill The Summit on the Park Aquatic Center was officially reopened with the cut of a ceremonial ribbon on Jan., to mark the completion of the
the local pages. In addition, a $2.4 million renovation project.
serious weather event shut Making a splash
down electrical power to our
production facilities and sev-
eral crucial pieces of equip- Canton celebrates reopening of renovated Aquatic Center
ment simply died.
Those circumstances, we Canton Township officials Summit on the Park manage- painting of the pool deck roof. pool, zero-depth leisure pool
hope, explain the few pages gathered last week to celebrate ment and aquatics staff, as well “It's great to see so many indi- with play features, lazy river, and
online this week as we the official grand reopening of as construction professionals viduals enjoying our newly reno- slide, as well as a steam room
attempt to make decisions the Summit on the Park newly from AM Higley, who were vated Aquatic Center that will and sauna.
and plans for the future. Our renovated Aquatics Center with a responsible for completing the serve our community for years to The Aquatic Center provides a
publisher will be incapacitat- special ribbon-cutting ceremony, renovations. come,” stated Jason Lombardo, safe environment in which par-
ed for several weeks which which was followed by a free The $2.4 million construction Summit on the Park Community ticipants can achieve their high-
can be a lifetime in the news- community open swim for 200 project, led by Canton Township Center Supervisor. “This indoor est level of fitness through aquat-
paper business. individuals. Facilities Maintenance staff, center, which is one of the pre- ic activity, officials said.
It is and has been for Canton Township Supervisor included tile replacement in all mier pool facilities in the area, is Programming for all ages and
many, many years, an honor Anne Marie Graham-Hudak pools, including the lap pool and a popular family-friendly destina- ability levels includes a variety of
and a privilege of our publi- presided over the festivities and family pool, as well as on the pool tion that offers lap swimming, learn-to-swim programs, as well
cations to be entrusted with recognized the many individuals decks. In addition, tile was also open swims, and a variety of as fitness and water-safety class-
the publication of legal who were instrumental in com- replaced in the spa and sauna, as classes and swim lessons es.
notices from several commu- pleting this construction project well as in the men's, women's, throughout the day.” For more information about
nities in the area. Above all on time and under budget. Also and family locker rooms. Further The 13,340 square-foot the Summit on the Park Aquatic
else, we plan to honor that in attendance were members of enhancements included the addi- Summit Aquatic Center, located Center and available amenities,
trust and publish the vital the Canton Board of Trustees tion of a colorful 6-foot tall Gum at 46000 Summit Parkway is visit www.summitonthepark.org
legal notices this week, and other Canton officials, Drop water feature, as well as the home to a five-lane, 25-yard lap or call (734) 394-5460.
although our news coverage
is severely lacking in both City of Plymouth expects 20,000 visitors to annual Ice Festival
our usual quality and quanti-
ty. One of the most highly antici- installed at Kellogg Park. ture viewing. The Hot Spot is run features more than 100 feet
These serious circum- pated events of the year, the 2024 Again this year, the Ice open during official hours of the of tubing excitement and fun for
stances will impact our plans Plymouth Ice Festival, present- Throne is expected to be the set- festival. the whole family, Gietzen said.
for the future, but those plans ed by Michigan First Credit ting for hundreds of family pho- Returning this year is the The Tubing Run will be open
will include, as they have for Union, is set to transform down- tos. Visitors will feel like Ice popular Petting Farm, also pre- from 6 until 9 p.m. on Friday,
more than 150 years, our con- town Plymouth into a winter Festival royalty as they take a sented by Michigan First Credit Feb. 2; from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.
stant commitment to best wonderland, organizers said. seat atop the unique Ice Throne. Union. Saturday, Feb. 3 and from 11
serve our readership and our This year, Michigan First Credit This activity has been a tradition Carousel Acres will be offer- a.m. until 5 p.m. on Sunday, Feb.
communities. Union will be the presenting for many families, as they return ing a hands-on experience with 4.
sponsor of the event which for that picture every year, horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, an Another traditional attraction
annually draws nearly 20,000 Gietzen said. alpaca and even a baby calf. at the annual event will be the
visitors into downtown Another traditional attraction This activity is a top attraction Party Lot and Ice Bar located at
Plymouth. at the festival will be the Hot for children, or those young at E.G. Nicks restaurant located at
Vol. 139, No. 02 Highlights of the event this Spot located in The Gathering heart. This year, the Petting 500 Forest Ave. The Ice Bar in
year will feature the stars of the across from Kellogg Park. Each Farm will also feature pony front of the popular restaurant
event, the spectacular ice sculp- year, Ehlers Heating and rides. The Petting Farm will be will be open all three days of the
tures. Producer James Gietzen Cooling provides the warmth at open from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on festival. The Party Lot in the
Vol. 77, No. 02 of JAG Entertainment said the site which features local both Saturday and Sunday. back parking lot will feature
smaller sculptures will be dis- vendors, businesses, product And back by popular demand music and dancing from Ava
played at local businesses while demonstrations, a sitting area to is the Tubing Run. The James and The Rumors on
the larger artworks will be allow for a respite from sculp- Plymouth Ice Festival tubing Friday, Feb. 3 and music from
Power Play Detroit on Saturday,
Vol. 77, No. 02 Feb. 4.
Festival visitors usually can't
resist the fresh roasted almonds,
elephant ears and mini donuts
Vol. 24, No. 02 available at the food booths and
wagons. The event also features
a Polish food booth inside the
Hotspot warming station. In
addition, all the restaurants in
Vol. 24, No. 02 the downtown area will be offer-
ing some of their best menu
items during the festival.
The popular Downtown
Vol. 139, No. 02 Development Authority (DDA)
Bingo game will also return this
year. Visitors can stop in partici-
pating businesses and collect
enough stickers to get a bingo on
Vol. 77, No. 02 their playing card which then
makes them eligible for a spe-
cial prize from The Plymouth
DDA.

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