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Homecoming week at Southgate was filled with school spirit, excitement, and tradition as students celebrated this year’s Homecoming Court. Jagger Meller, Saul Reyna, Yusef Salim, Cyrus Conner, and Kingston Alford made up the King’s Court, while the Queen’s Court was comprised of Abigail Morris, Kaylee Upshaw, Anna Liangos, Marley Ballard, and Scarlett Sage. Throughout the week, students had the opportunity to vote for the royal duo and celebrate their Titan Pride as anticipation built toward Friday’s pep rally, the evening’s football game, and the dance on Saturday. Per tradition, the Homecoming Court was recognized on the field during halftime at the football game. It was then that the results were announced, officially crowning Kingston Alford as Homecoming King and Scarlett Sage as Homecoming Queen. When the game resumed, the Titans would go on to beat Edsel Ford 34-21. The crowning and team win added a special moment to an already exciting Homecoming week, bringing students, families, and alumni together to celebrate the court and this year’s Homecoming traditions.
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THE 2026 NOVEMBER GENERAL ELECTION
What’s on Southgate’s Ballot? While ballots across the State and Downriver area will all include federal, state, and county races, Southgate voters will also see several races specific to their community on the November 3 general election ballot. Among the local items are the Southgate Community School District School Board race, an unopposed 28th District Court race, and two City proposals for residents to weigh in on.
SCSD SCHOOL BOARD Three candidates are running for two seats on the Southgate Community School Board of Education: incumbents Jason Craig and Dr. Darlene Pomponio, as well as newcomer Laekyn Jaciuk. To give Southgate voters an opportunity to hear directly from each candidate, the Southgate Star asked all candidates the same three questions about their priorities and the future of the district. Their responses are Craig included below. What do you see as the most important issue facing the school district right now, and what would you do as a school board member to address it? Craig: Over the next few years, we have to maintain our focus on high-quality Jaciuk experiences and support for students and families. Every decision we make should come back to one simple question: How does this help our students? My years of board leadership and support have led to opportunities for Pomponio student success through expanded extracurricular activities, enhanced facilities, classroom resources and curriculum, transportation, preschool, summer enrichment camps, student recognition, and improved academic achievement. As we experience a turn-over of seasoned staff, we need to make sure that we are able to competitively attract great new teachers. I believe that continuing to listen to the voice of our students, families, teachers, and staff will help navigate our path towards decisions that put our
students first and help give them every opportunity to succeed. Jaciuk: I believe one of the most important issues facing the school district is ensuring that teacher voices are meaningfully included in decisions that directly impact classrooms. Teachers are on the front lines every day and have valuable insight into curriculum, classroom needs, student challenges, and the resources necessary for students to succeed. As a school board member, I would advocate for stronger communication and collaboration between the board, administration, and educators. Before making decisions regarding curriculum, instructional expectations, technology, or classroom resources, I believe teachers should have meaningful opportunities to provide input and share what is actually working in their classrooms. My goal would be to help create a culture where educators feel heard, respected, and supported. When we listen to the people closest to our students and give them the tools they need, we create better conditions for both teachers and students to succeed. Pomponio: The most important issue facing Southgate Community Schools is meeting students’ academic and social and emotional needs while using district resources responsibly. Students need strong instruction, timely help when they struggle, and opportunities to grow beyond grade-level expectations. Our teachers and staff need support to meet those needs. As a board member, I currently review student progress alongside budget decisions, ask where support is most needed, and advocate for effective instruction and manageable class sizes. After years of serving Southgate, my guiding question remains: How will this decision help our students succeed? What are your priorities for improving the student experience, including academics, extracurriculars, school safety, and student support? Craig: I want our schools to be a place students want to be, even when they don’t have to be there. That starts with academics and making sure students have the support they need to succeed; but school should also be about finding your place, building friendships, trying new things, and being part of something. We continue to support the expansion of sports, clubs, activities, day camps, and other opportunities that give students a reason to be involved. School safety is critical. Under my years of leadership, we added the SmartBoot system and supported a city and district partnership in enhanced regional safety processes that have become an area standard. Students need to feel safe, comfortable, and supported enough to ask for help when they need it. Predictable systems of reporting, supporting, and responding make a difference.
At the end of the day, I want students to feel safe, supported, connected, and proud to be a Titan. Jaciuk: My priority is to create a school experience where every student feels supported, safe, and given meaningful opportunities to succeed. Academically, I would support strong curriculum, effective resources, and opportunities for teachers to help shape instructional decisions. I also believe extracurricular activities are an important part of education because they help students build confidence, leadership, teamwork, and a sense of belonging. School safety must remain a constant priority, including safe facilities, clear procedures, and strong communication among students, staff, families, and administration. Finally, I would advocate for accessible student support services that address academic, social, and emotional needs. I want students to know that there are adults in their schools who will listen to them and help them navigate challenges. Ultimately, my goal is to help create schools where students can learn, participate, feel safe, and see a path toward their future. Pomponio: In a previous article spoken about me, it quoted me as saying “Each student is like my own child.” That still holds true today. I think of all students and the various needs each of them have. I want every Southgate student to feel safe, supported, and proud to be a Titan. My priorities include strong classroom instruction, early academic support, and opportunities for students to challenge themselves. Athletics, arts, clubs, and other activities give students ways to build friendships and discover their strengths. I would also continue to prioritize safe, welcoming schools that respond consistently to bullying, cyberbullying, and behavior concerns. Listening to students, families, and educators is essential to understanding what is working and where we need to improve. What is one specific goal you would like to accomplish during your term on the school board? Craig: We made a commitment to the community to provide air conditioning throughout the district. I want to provide the critical facility support to see that through to completion. I want to see our fund equity supporting bond funds so that we can continue our pace of improvements without having to go back to the community for additional money. Overall, our Board has made a lot of improvements across the district, in and out of the classroom, through careful and responsible fiscal planning. I want to keep that momentum going. This fiscal management has allowed us to have competitively compensated teachers, provide transportation for students, and support extracurricular activities that improve day-to-day experiences for students, staff, and families.
SOUTHGATE STAR • OCTOBER 14 - NOVEMBER 10 2026 • Page 5 Jaciuk: One specific goal I would like to accomplish during my term is to establish a stronger and more consistent process for incorporating teacher and staff feedback into district decision-making. Teachers are closest to the day-to-day experiences of our students, classrooms, and curriculum, and their perspective should be an important part of decisions involving instructional programs, resources, technology, and student needs. I would work to create regular opportunities for educators to communicate directly with district leadership and the school board, ensuring their concerns and ideas are heard and considered. I would also like to see clear communication back to staff about how their feedback influenced decisions. My goal is to help build a culture of collaboration and trust where educators feel valued and supported. By strengthening the connection between educators and district leadership, we can make more informed decisions that ultimately improve the experience and opportunities available to our students. Pomponio: One goal I would like to accomplish is an annual public review of student progress across Southgate Community Schools. The board and district leadership should examine reading and math growth, attendance, and school climate, then explain what the findings mean for students. That review should guide priorities for academic support, enrichment, and the following year’s budget. Families deserve a clear account of the actions we take and whether those actions are helping Southgate students succeed. 28TH DISTRICT COURT Incumbent Judge Elisabeth Mullins is running unopposed. CITY OF SOUTHGATE CHARTER There are two City Charter amendments on the ballot. The only way to change or amend the Charter is through a vote of the people during an election cycle. City Council approved placing these amendments on the ballot for residents to consider and decide. Below are the two proposals. CITY OF SOUTHGATE PROPOSAL: TERM LIMITS The first proposed City Charter amendment would eliminate term limits for the offices of Mayor, City Clerk, City Treasurer, and City Council. Under the current Charter, elected officials can serve three consecutive four-year terms before they are restricted and cannot run for re-election to that same position. The City Charter originally did not include term limits when Southgate was established in 1958. Term limits for certain offices were added in 1995, and the current four-year terms were adopted in 2016. If approved, the amendment would remove the term limits while keeping four-year terms and regular elections in place. An elected official who
officials generally can continue to seek re-election as long as they remain eligible and win the support of voters. The proposal would not guarantee any official another term per normal election processes. Candidates would still have to run in regular elections and receive enough votes to remain in office.
has reached the current three-term limit - such as Mayor Kuspa, City Clerk Ferencz, and two other City Council members - would be able to seek another term if they choose. Voters would still decide in each election whether that person remains in office or another candidate is elected. Most Downriver communities do not have term limits for their local elected officials; elected
CITY OF SOUTHGATE PROPOSAL: COMPETITIVE BIDDING The second proposed City Charter amendment would update Southgate’s thresholds for competitive bidding and City Council approval of certain purchases, public improvements, and contracts. The current Charter uses fixed-dollar thresholds that were established nearly 30 years ago. Under the proposed amendment, the competitive-bidding threshold would instead be tied to 0.1% (1/1,000th) of the City’s annual operating budget, allowing the threshold to change as the City’s budget changes. The amendment would also have City Council establish annual thresholds for when Council approval is required, with those thresholds adopted when the annual budget is approved. The proposed changes would replace the existing fixed-dollar amounts with thresholds that can be adjusted as the City’s budget changes, while maintaining requirements for competitive bidding and Council approval. The proposal would not change property taxes or City fees. Please take note of the following precinct polling locations as they may have changed since you last voted: - Precinct 1 & 2: Gerisch (Asher) School - Precinct 3 & 4: Davidson Middle School - Precinct 5: Southgate Civic Center For official election information, including full sample ballots, additional proposal information, and voting information, residents may visit the City of Southgate Elections & Voting Information webpage. For information on voter registration status, polling locations, sample ballots, absentee ballots and other voting information, residents may also go online to the Michigan Secretary of State’s Michigan Voter Information Center.
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Remembering Jaylin Thomas: A Smile That Lit up Downriver The Downriver community is mourning the loss of a familiar and beloved face, Jaylin Thomas, who passed away September 12, 2026, at the age of 25. Born February 7, 2001, in Detroit, Jaylin grew up in Southgate, where he lived, went to school, and became a familiar face throughout the community. Southgate was home to Jaylin, and he had a special way of making himself part of the life of the city. He could often be found at community events, stopping by City Hall just to say hello, visiting with city employees, or attending a City Council meeting. Jaylin never needed a particular reason to show up; he simply loved being around people. His familiar face, warm greeting, and infectious smile became part of the rhythm of Southgate.
Affectionately known as the “Selfie King,” Jaylin had a gift for turning an ordinary interaction into a special memory. He loved pulling people into a photo, sharing a laugh, and making sure the moment was captured. Those selfies now mean even more to the people who have them - little reminders of his smile and the joy he brought wherever he went. Jaylin was also a tremendous supporter of the Southgate Police and Fire Departments. His visits, conversations, selfies, and genuine appreciation for the people who served the community made him a treasured friend. Jaylin remembered names. He remembered faces. He asked about families, coworkers, and neighbors.
Before long, it seemed that Jaylin knew everyone, and everyone knew Jaylin. And, of course, much of the community had at least one selfie with him. A member of the Southgate Anderson Class of 2020, Jaylin’s connection to the Southgate community continued long after graduation. He carried those relationships with him as he became involved in more of the community around him. His kindness and outgoing spirit eventually carried into neighboring Wyandotte through the Wyandotte Transition Program. There, Jaylin became a familiar and beloved presence, building friendships with elected officials, city and school employees, local businesses, and countless people throughout the community. After his time with the transition program, Jaylin went on to work at R.P. McMurphy’s, where those relationships continued to grow. He became a familiar face along Biddle and throughout the city.
Most importantly, he made people feel special. He leaves behind his loving parents, Sylvanus Thomas and Tammekka Patterson-Thomas, along with family, friends, and a community that will carry his memory with them. Jaylin left a mark that reached far beyond any one place. The Southgate and Wyandotte communitues will miss seeing him at community events, at work, stopping by the municipal complex, riding his bike through town, and asking for one more selfie. But most of all, the world will miss his smile. Jaylin showed everyone how much impact one person can have simply by being kind. Thank you for the smiles, the memories, and the countless selfies, Jaylin. You will forever be remembered.
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If something happened to you tomorrow, would your family know what to do with your digital life? They might know about your home, vehicle and bank accounts. But would they know where to find your family photos, online accounts, digital documents, rewards points or cryptocurrency? Why are we talking about this? This month, Downriver CU is partnering with Trust & Will to offer members special savings on estate planning. That got us thinking about something many of us may overlook when planning for the future: our digital lives. Your digital life is part of your legacy A 2026 Trust & Will survey of 5,000 U.S. adults found that 48% had no instructions for what should happen to their digital accounts and files when they die. Even among people who had a Will, 23% still had no digital instructions in place. That’s important because your digital estate may include much more than you realize: - Memories: photos, videos, emails and cloud storage - Financial assets: cryptocurrency and certain online financial accounts - Online accounts: email, social media, websites and subscriptions - Rewards: loyalty programs and other online benefits
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Titan Tennis Back to Back Downriver League Champs The Southgate Anderson boys tennis team continued its successfull season in the Downriver League, earning its second consecutive league championship and finishing first at the Downriver League Tournament. Anderson finished with an overall record of 7-7-1 and an undefeated league record of 6-0-1. The team earned victories over Woodhaven (8-0), Carlson (6-2), Edsel Ford (8-0), Wyandotte (6-2), Allen Park (7-1), and Lincoln Park (8-0), while tying Trenton 4-4. To prepare for postseason competition, Anderson faced a challenging non-conference schedule against some of Michigan’s top programs, including Troy High, Troy Athens, Birmingham Seaholm, Salem, Ann Arbor Pioneer, Bloomfield Hills, and Forest Hills Northern. The demanding schedule helped the team build experience and mental toughness against high-level competition. Anderson’s success carried into the league tournament,
where the team secured first place behind three individual flight champions. Kingston Alford won the 3 singles flight, Jackson Moul claimed the 4 singles title, and the 2 doubles team of Tyler Nusser and Lucas Moul captured its flight championship. At 1 singles, Jagger Meller has developed into one of Southgate’s standout tennis players through dedication and hard work. Meller turned in a strong performance against Birmingham Seaholm, pushing the state powerhouse’s top player to a competitive three-set match. The matchup provided valuable experience ahead of the regional tournament. The 2 doubles team of Nusser and Moul has also shown significant growth throughout the season, developing strong teamwork and a better understanding of tactical doubles play. The pair demonstrated its progress in a highly competitive match against Chelsea.
STA Cross Country Runs Strong at Monroe Jefferson Invitational The Southgate Anderson cross-country teams had a strong showing at the Monroe Jefferson Invitational, with several runners earning medals and multiple athletes recording new personal records. For the girls, Joy Schuck led the way with a second-place finish and a new personal record of 20:27. Ava Brancheau also earned a medal, placing sixth with a new PR of 21:19. Drea Muniz-Martinez finished 30th and recorded a new personal record of 23:38. The Southgate Anderson boys also turned in solid performances. Parker Wisniewski finished sixth with a time of 17:31, while Ben Ruan placed 24th in 19:01. A special shoutout went to Ethan Melendrez, who set a new personal record with a time of 20:15.
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The Southgate Anderson soccer team entered the latest stretch of the season with a 5-8-3 record at the time of the Southgate Star press deadline, but the Titans have shown several bright spots throughout the season.
One of Anderson’s biggest highlights came at the Rocket Invitational, where the Titans earned a convincing 4-0 shutout victory over Garden City. Anderson’s defense held strong throughout the match, while the offense provided plenty of support to secure the clean-sheet victory. The Titans also picked up an impressive 7-0 shutout win over Taylor and another 5-0 over SMCC, showcasing their offensive firepower
while once again keeping their opponents off the scoreboard. Although Anderson’s overall record remains below .500, the two shutout victories demonstrated the team’s ability to put together strong performances on both sides of the ball. The Titans look to build on those successes as they continue through the remainder of the season.
Anderson Girls Swim Team Posts Solid League Meet The Southgate Anderson girls swimming team turned in a strong performance at a recent league meet, defeating both Huron and Taylor. Anderson collected first-place finishes in several individual events. Sophia Wisniewski took first in both the 200-yard freestyle and 500-yard freestyle, while Delyla Scharer won the 200-yard individual medley and 100-yard backstroke. Kaitlyn Strickland added victories in the 50-yard freestyle and 100-yard freestyle, and Kenzie Laforet finished first in both the 100-yard butterfly and
100-yard breaststroke. The Titans also captured first place in both relay events. The 200-yard freestyle relay team of Scharer, Laforet, Strickland, and Wisniewski finished first, followed by a first-place finish from the 400-yard freestyle relay team of Scharer, Wisniewski, Strickland, and Laforet. The meet also saw two Anderson swimmers qualify for the Wayne County Meet. Laforet qualified in the 100-yard butterfly and 100-yard breaststroke, while Scharer qualified in the 50-yard freestyle.
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Titan Awards Honor Enrichment Camp Leaders The Southgate Community School District Board of Education recently recognized three educators whose efforts have helped create new opportunities for local children in the summer months. Beth Hinzmann, Kaendall McVicker, and April Roberts were presented with Titan Awards for their dedication to community service and their work on behalf of Southgate students and families. Their efforts played a major role in establishing the district’s Summer Enrichment Camps, which have now become a permanent opportunity for
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Downriver Schools Unite to Celebrate 16th Annual Victory Day Victory Day gives children with cognitive and physical disabilities the opportunity to experience the excitement of football and cheerleading and enjoy time on the field. Each participant was paired with a football player or cheerleader who served as a mentor throughout the day. Participants wore special Victory Day jerseys, carried cheer pom-poms, and took part in a variety of simulated game-day activities. With the support of student-athletes, coaches, families, and volunteers, each participant had an opportunity to take the field, be celebrated, and experience the excitement of game day. The event was organized by Aaron Segedi, a Trenton Public Schools teacher and three-time cancer survivor. After receiving a liver transplant, Segedi was inspired by the selflessness of his donor and sister, as well as the support he received from the Downriver community. He created Victory Day as a way to give back to that community and provide children with an opportunity to experience the joy of being an athlete. More than 80 football players, 35 cheerleaders and 50 marching band members participated in helping bring the event to life. At the conclusion of the festivities, each participant received a custom mini-helmet as a keepsake commemorating the day and their victory on the field.
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Woodhaven High School hosted the 16th annual Victory Day on September 12, bringing together athletes, cheerleaders, marching band members, and families from across the Downriver community for a morning of celebration and inclusion. The stands were packed as football players and cheerleaders welcomed students from The Lincoln Center, Madison School, and Jo Brighton Skills Center. Teams and squads from 14 Downriver high schools, including Southgate Anderson, came together to help make the event a memorable experience for every participant.
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WHITE FURNITURE’S
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18271 FORT ST. • RIVERVIEW, MI 48193
ROYAL OAK, MI 48068 PERMIT #792
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734-282-3939
SALE
Lifetime Fabric Protection Plan Covers stains, punctures, rips & cigarette burn
$99
White Furniture 3025 Biddle Ave. Wyandotte Valid October 2026 As always some exclusions apply, see plan documents for full details.
12 MONTHS INTEREST FREE
White Furniture 3025 Biddle Ave. Wyandotte 734-282-2155 Valid October 2026 With credit approval by Wells Fargo. No minimum purchase. See store for details. Special orders require a deposit
FREE DELIVERY!
White Furniture 3025 Biddle Ave. Wyandotte 734-282-2155 Valid October 2026 • Minimum $300 purchase. Within 30 miles.
WHITE FURNITURE HAS BEEN SERVING SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN SINCE 1946!
White Furniture 3025 Biddle Avenue Wyandotte, MI 48192
734-282-2155
www.whitefurniture.com www.facebook.com/whitefurniture
Monday: 9:00am - 5:30pm Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:30pm Wednesday: 9:00am - 5:30pm Thursday: 9:00am - 5:30pm Friday: 9:00am - 8:30pm Saturday: 9:00am - 5:30pm