News & Notes - 12/20/23 Woodward Talk

Ferndale mayor takes part in U.N. climate conference
FERNDALE — Ferndale Mayor Melanie Piana took part in COP28, the United Nations’ annual global climate conference, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

“COP28 brings world leaders together to engage in crucial negotiations and commitments concerning the climate crisis, and Mayor Piana is there representing local solutions and elevating the City’s voice,” a press release states. The conference took place Nov. 30 to Dec. 12.

Piana also was to be part of the Local Climate Action Summit, where world leaders were to discuss climate change.

“I’m incredibly appreciative to Bloomberg Philanthropies and the COP28 Presidency for dedicating a space to local and regional climate efforts,” Piana said in a prepared statement. “Ferndale, like all of the region’s cities, are at the forefront of climate impacts, experiencing the effects firsthand. We’re also on the frontline of climate solutions, creating an award-winning climate action plan and working toward becoming a zero-waste city. At the Local Climate Action Summit, I urge world leaders to recognize our efforts and support all cities, fostering their growth and resilience.”

 

Rust Belt Market holiday hours
FERNDALE — The Rust Belt Market in Ferndale will open for special holiday hours for the rest of the month of December.

From Dec. 14 to Dec. 23, the market will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. On Christmas Eve, it will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and then closed Dec. 25-26.

The market also will have special hours around New Year’s Eve. It will be open from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30; and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 31. It will be closed on New Year’s Day.

For more information, visit facebook.com/TheRustBeltMarket.

 

Corewell Health issues visitor guidelines for pediatric unit
ROYAL OAK — A press release Dec. 13 stated that Corewell Health has issued visitor restriction guidelines due to an increase in pediatric respiratory illnesses.

The release stated that “due to a high number of pediatric admissions and an increase in respiratory illnesses throughout the community,” Corewell Health would be limiting the number of visitors to pediatric units at three hospitals in southeast Michigan.

“Effective immediately, only two visitors are permitted at the bedside during the day and one visitor overnight at Corewell Health’s Beaumont Hospitals Dearborn, Royal Oak and Troy,” the release stated.

The restrictions apply only for patients 21 years of age or younger in the pediatric inpatient units and emergency centers at the aforementioned hospitals, which will remain open.

Corewell Health recommends that people stay home if they are sick, wash their hands frequently and get vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19.

 

Become a Piston!
METRO DETROIT — Children have the opportunity become a Detroit Piston for a day through a sweepstakes from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Michigan kids ages 7-12 are able to enter the fifth annual #MIKidsCan Detroit Pistons Kids Day Sweepstakes, where the winner will be able to go behind the scenes of a Pistons game day.

“The sweepstakes, hosted by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Detroit Pistons, offers kids an opportunity to get an in-depth look into various front office roles and responsibilities, and experience working with a staff member for the day. Twenty-five Michigan kids will be selected for Kids Day at the Jan. 20, 2024, Pistons game against the Milwaukee Bucks,” a press release states.

Parents can enter their children through Jan. 5 at nba.com/pistons/pistons-kids-day. Each winner will receive a Kids Day T-shirt, participate in a pregame event at Little Caesars Arena with lunch, have a meet-and-greet with mascot Hooper and receive four game tickets for their family. Various kids activities and giveaways will take place throughout the day and during the game as well.

“Blue Cross is committed to engaging children and families in unique ways to build healthy habits into our kids’ daily lifestyles — including choosing healthy foods and being active for at least 60 minutes a day,” Andrew Hetzel, vice president of corporate communications at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, said in a prepared statement. “We also know that having fun and creating memorable experiences are keys to learning — and this program with the Detroit Pistons really delivers on that. This truly is a one-of-a-kind experience and we’re eager to continue this tradition for a fifth year along with 25 lucky Michigan kids and their families.”

For more information, visit www.AHealthierMichigan.org/MIKidsCan.