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Detroit, MI — The Detroit Lions have named Phil Jacobs of Dexter High School the week two recipient of the 2022 High School Football Coach of the Week Program. Jacobs' Dreadnaughts played their 1st home game of the season and came out on top with a convincing 59-8 victory over Southeastern Conference foe Ann Arbor Skyline. Dexter is currently ranked No. 2 in Division 2. On Friday, September 9, Dexter travels to Temperance Bedford in a battle of 2-0 teams.

Jacobs is currently in his 6th season as head coach at Dexter, taking over in 2017 for a program that won only 2 games in 5 seasons prior to his arrival. Jacobs has led the Dreadnaughts to the playoffs the last 4 seasons, marking the only playoff appearances in school history. Prior to Dexter, Jacobs spent 11 seasons as head coach at Adrian High School, leading the Maples to the playoffs in 7 seasons. Overall, he has compiled a 93-68 record.

Detroit Lions Football Education sat down with Phil Jacobs to talk about turning around a high school football program and the mindset and intentional actions needed to change the culture. Jacobs was also informed of his Coach of the Week selection on Head Coach Hangout. See his reaction and the entire interview by visiting www.DetroitLions.com/coachoftheweek.

High School Football Coach of the Week Program

Each week throughout the 2022 high school football regular season, one coach that best demonstrates success on and off the field, develops players' character, discipline, and football skill in addition to emphasizing player health and safety in their program, will be recognized for his commitment to the team, school, and community. The winner is selected by a panel of high school football media members — Mick McCabe (Detroit Free Press), Hugh Bernreuter (Saginaw News), Bret Bakita (WOOD Radio-106.9 FM, 96.1 FM- The Game, Fox 17/Grand Rapids), James Cook (Traverse City Record-Eagle) and Scott DeCamp (CatchMark SportsNet).

This season's program will award $12,000 to aid in the development and promotion of high school football in the state of Michigan, thanks to contributions from the Detroit Lions and the NFL Foundation.

Each winning coach during the regular season will receive a $1,000 donation to his school's football program. At the conclusion of the 2022 Michigan High School Football season, the Lions will also select the High School Football Coach of the Year. This season's Coach of the Year will receive a $2,000 donation to his school's football program. All winners will receive a certificate signed by Lions' head coach Dan Campbell and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

Currently in its' 26th year, the Detroit Lions High School Coach of the Week program has awarded $479,000 to high school football programs throughout the state of Michigan. For more information on the High School Coach of the Week program, contact Chris Fritzsching, Lions' Director of Football Education, at [email protected].

Today’s MI Environment story by Alexis Hermiz and John Pepin of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is from the State of the Great Lakes report.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an engagement priority to expand the diversity of its userbase and broaden diversity in its workforce. Michigan has a diverse population, representing many racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and the work the department does to uphold the public trust should be done through an equity lens. The DNR understands that everyone does not have the same level of resources and access to a healthy environment and quality recreation. Knowing this, the DNR is committed to engaging in intentional projects that promote equity and environmental justice. The DNR’s land use strategy highlights the need to engage with partners in urban areas in southeast Michigan to understand their connections, interests and understanding of public land access. The department also noted the importance of increasing the diversity in stakeholders offering feedback and public comment.

Rendering of aerial view of Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park in Detroit, Mich. (Rendering courtesy of Detroit Riverfront Conservancy.)

With the upcoming revision of its Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, the DNR is working to include a diversity of stakeholders, particularly more communities of color and residents of urban areas, to provide feedback on recreation in Michigan. The DNR is engaged in several efforts aimed at providing more opportunities for green space, equity, recreation and environmental enhancement along Michigan waterways. One project will be the first of its kind in Michigan, creating a wetland in support of a multi-state and Canadian effort to combat algal blooms in the Western Lake Erie Basin. Michigan’s efforts will align with Ohio’s successful H2Ohio project, which is a comprehensive water quality initiative working to strategically address serious water issues that have been building in that state for decades, including harmful algal blooms on Lake Erie caused by runoff from farm fertilizer.

The Michigan project site has yet to be determined, but it will be located within the Upper Maumee River watershed and the River Raisin watershed in southeast Michigan. This project aligns funding from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund and the federal Great Lakes Restoration Initiative for the DNR to acquire land to be developed into a functional wetland complex, which would filter phosphorus and other contaminants prior to reaching Lake Erie. Once acquired by the DNR, the property would be a state game area providing habitat, resource and recreational opportunities, in addition to the goals of the phosphorus and containment filtering that would take place onsite. It will also help meet equity goals of the DNR in providing more access to recreation opportunities in the southeast part of the state. Meanwhile, the DNR continues concerted efforts to contribute to the ongoing larger multi-stakeholder efforts to redevelop and revitalize the Detroit River waterfront. To date, the DNR has contributed close to $60 million to improvements, as well as operating its Outdoor Adventure Center, Milliken State Park and Belle Isle.

Construction will start in the fall on the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park* on land owned by the DNR, leased to the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, and funded primarily by the Wilson Foundation. When completed, the park should be on the same scale (activities, programmed spaces, uniqueness) as Millennium Park in Chicago or Central Park in New York City. These projects help beautify the riverfront area, add important greenspace and provide increased and enhanced opportunities for fishing, biking, hiking, wildlife viewing and more.

The Michigan DNR has a diversity, equity, inclusion and justice officer on staff to help provide guidance to the department on projects that promote the department’s equity and inclusion work. The officer’s role is to help the DNR operationalize equity in everything it does and ensure it is working to provide access to quality and safe recreation for all visitors.

* The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority received a $1,000,000 Brownfield Redevelopment Grant from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park project. The grant is being used for response activities, including contaminated soil management, to address environmental conditions associated with the previous industrial uses of the West Riverfront Park located in the City of Detroit. The development will result in a 22-acre world class park featuring a multi-acre playground, a large open space for performances and events, a sports house with facilities for basketball and other activities, a water garden fed by the Detroit River, and a park house with restrooms, offices, and food/beverage operations.

Court of Claims issues permanent injunction, barring state AG, county prosecutors from prosecuting abortion care

A Michigan Court of Claims judge on Wednesday declared the state’s 1931 law banning most abortions is unconstitutional, months after issuing a preliminary injunction that blocked enforcement of the law.

Judge Elizabeth Gleicher issued a permanent injunction on Wednesday that bars the state attorney general and county prosecutors from enforcing a nearly century-old law that makes most abortion care felonious in Michigan. Enforcement of the law has been blocked since May after Gleicher issued a temporary injunction in anticipation of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

This is the first official ruling declaring the Michigan law, MCL 750.14, unconstitutional -- though the law has been challenged in other lawsuits and in other courts since the overturning of Roe.

As of Sept. 7, abortion care is not punishable by law in Michigan.

Judge Gleicher has sided with plaintiffs Planned Parenthood of Michigan and the American Civil Liberties Union in their lawsuit against Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the Michigan Legislature, which joined the lawsuit as intervening defendants. Similar to Gleicher’s preliminary injunction ruling, the judge said Wednesday that the 1931 law violates people’s right to bodily integrity as outlined in the state constitution by preventing them from receiving necessary health care.

“A law denying safe, routine medical care not only denies women of their ability to control their bodies and their lives -- it denies them of their dignity,” Gleicher said. “Michigan’s Constitution forbids this violation of due process.”

You can read Judge Gleicher’s entire ruling below.

Judge Gleicher’s decision effectively prevents the acting Michigan attorney general and all county prosecutors from enforcing the 1931 law. A Michigan Court of Appeals decision previously ruled that the state’s 83 county prosecutors were not included under Gleicher’s preliminary injunction, but Gleicher said in the latest ruling that individual prosecutors are, indeed, bound to the Court of Claims’ decision.

County prosecutors have still been blocked from enforcing the law anyway, however, due to another case playing out in the Oakland County Circuit Court. There, Judge Jacob Cunningham ruled in August that county prosecutors temporarily cannot enforce the abortion ban, suspending the law until a final decision was reached in that case.

The ongoing legal battles surrounding Michigan’s abortion ban have been extensive and confusing -- but it doesn’t end there.

Judge Gleicher’s decision comes as the Michigan Supreme Court decides if an abortion rights ballot proposal will appear in front of Michigan voters in November.

The Reproductive Freedom for All initiative submitted more than the required amount of valid petition signatures, according to the Michigan Bureau of Elections, but the Board of State Canvassers deadlocked during a vote to certify the proposal for the ballot. Leaders behind the initiative appealed the deadlock vote -- which is essentially a “no” -- to the Michigan Supreme Court, which must determine if the proposal will go on the Nov. 8 ballot.

The state’s high court has until the end of the week to decide, as the November ballot must be finalized by Sept. 9.

Prior to this appeal, the Michigan Supreme Court has not said whether they will hear any cases on the state’s abortion ban, despite several requests that they do. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer filed a lawsuit in May asking that the state supreme court declare MCL 750.14 unconstitutional, but they still haven’t said whether they would hear the case.

Judge Gleicher’s decision Wednesday could be appealed to the Michigan Court of Appeals, and any decision they make could be appealed to the Michigan Supreme Court. If the state’s high court does allow the abortion rights proposal to appear on the general election ballot, then Michigan voters may determine the future of abortion care themselves, before the court hears a case at all.

Find Judge Gleicher’s entire Wednesday ruling below.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel responded to Wednesday’s ruling by issuing the following statement:

“Abortion is essential healthcare, and this order ensures access to reproductive care for all Michigan women. While legal victories like today’s preserve access to abortion care for now, ensuring women have the right to make personal healthcare decisions today and in the future must be pursued at the ballot box.

“In 2018, when I campaigned to be Michigan’s Attorney General, I did so knowing the fate of Roe v. Wade was at stake. Unenforced and antiquated pre-Roe abortion bans and laws, like the 1931 Michigan statute criminalizing abortion, became de facto state law when Roe was overturned.

“As Attorney General, I have used the resources of my department to ensure access to care at every opportunity, but our fundamental rights should not be subject to the discretion of elected office holders. All Michiganders have a duty to ensure their rights are preserved and protected.”

“On May 17, Judge Gleicher issued a preliminary injunction in Planned Parenthood of Michigan v Attorney General of the State of Michigan, enjoining any enforcement of MCL 750.14 by Nessel.

“In today’s ruling, Judge Gleicher determined that, ‘MCL 750.14 is facially unconstitutional because its enforcement would deprive pregnant women of their right to bodily integrity and autonomy, and the equal protection of the law. Based on the reasoning set forth in the Court’s opinion, plaintiffs have proven actual success on the merits of these two aspects of their pleaded claims, and that they have no alternative or adequate remedy other than permanent injunctive relief to preserve their constitutional rights.’”

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The Sugar Factory American Brasserie has pushed back opening its Detroit location to Sept. 2.

Previously, the opening was set for 11 a.m. Monday.

This is the first Michigan location for the Sugar Factory, known for its over-the-top confections, huge goblet cocktails and Lucky Charm Blue Latte spiked mimosas. The Detroit candy shop, restaurant and bar is at 45 Monroe St. in downtown's One Campus Martius building.

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Sugar Factory's online restaurant menu for Detroit is huge and includes brunch, lunch and dinner fare. For dessert and sweets, you'll find a big selection of milkshakes, old-fashioned sundaes and cheesecake.

One of the chain's signature items is its King Kong Sundae, which serves 12. It has a lengthy list of ingredients that includes 20 scoops of ice cream; caramelized bananas; hot fudge, caramel and strawberry sauces; a glazed doughnut; a vanilla cupcake and a variety of candy. The sundae is $99.

There's also a brunch menu with pancakes, eggs, omelets, sandwiches, waffles and crepes. Lunch and dinner entrees include the Sugar Factory's 8-ounce Angus beef burgers, sandwiches, soups, salads and stir-fry and pasta dishes. The appetizer menu includes rainbow sliders, which are served on colorful buns.

The restaurant will seat 233 and will include a retail store with plenty of candy. The main dining room will have indoor and outdoor seating. For reservations, go to sugarfactory.com.

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See which grocery stores and other retailers in Metro Detroit will be open for the upcoming Monday holiday.

METRO DETROIT — Labor Day is just around the corner in Metro Detroit, and many of us are looking forward to a long weekend celebrating American workers at gatherings or barbecues.

Luckily, most retailers and grocery stores like Trader Joe’s, Target and Publix have what you need for any kind of event — but what happens when Labor Day comes and something is missing from your elaborate end-of-summer soiree?

It's almost inevitable that specific condiments, paper plates, charcoal, or a case of beer will be forgotten on Monday, Sept. 5, the official Labor Day holiday. Fortunately for last-minute shoppers, the majority of retailers and grocery stores in and near Metro Detroit will still be open for that last-minute assist.

Grocery Stores

Most chain grocery stores will be open on Labor Day, but there’s at least one that won’t. Store holiday hours are subject to change, so call ahead before heading there.

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Unless otherwise noted, hours were compiled from company websites, a U.S. News & World Report compilation of hours and Offers.com.

Aldi: Stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Costco: As it is on most holidays, Costco will be closed on Labor Day.

CVS: Some pharmacies may be closed or have reduced hours depending on location.

Kroger: Kroger stores will be open on Labor Day.

Meijer: Stores will be open from 6 a.m. until midnight.

Rite Aid: Most stores and pharmacies will be open but could have varying hours of operation.

Sam’s Club: Clubs will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for members and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members.

Target: Stores will be open regular hours. Check your preferred location for specific hours.

Trader Joe’s: Locations will be open regular hours.

Walgreens: Stores will be open regular hours, though some pharmacy hours may be reduced. Check your local store hours.

Walmart: Stores will be open regular hours. Check your preferred location for specific hours.

Whole Foods: Stores will be open regular hours.

Retailers

Forget something other than food? These retailers will also be open on Labor Day if you need some sunblock, lawn chairs, or an extra package of toilet paper.

Hours were compiled from company websites and Offers.com unless otherwise noted.

Barnes & Noble: Locations will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., according to USA Today.

Best Buy: Open regular hours, though hours vary by location.

Home Depot: Open regular hours. Check your preferred location for specific hours.

IKEA: Locations are open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., according to USA Today.

Kohl’s: Open regular hours, though hours vary by location.

Lowe’s: Locations are open regular hours from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Macy’s: Stores are open regular hours, though hours vary by location.

Marshall’s: Stores will be open regular hours, according to Reader’s Digest.

Starbucks: Each location has different hours of operation, but most stores will be open.

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