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River Rouge: Rooted in History, Growing Forward.

River Rouge exudes a close-knit, working-class atmosphere. Residents take pride in their city's heritage, and there's a palpable sense of neighborly connection. The community is resilient and committed to revitalization.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · RIVER ROUGE
River Rouge, Wayne County

City Snapshot

Population

7,224

County

Wayne County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$26,343

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River Rouge Fire Department

This Week

Dear Future Wifey

2026-06-13 at 6:00 PM

Finality / Voyag3r / Centenary / Nekronik / Aspen Sanctum

2026-06-13 at 10:30 PM

A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS wsg Dr. DeLorean and the Space Invaders

2026-06-13 at 11:00 PM

Blink 2002 - 25th Anniversary of Take Off Your Pants and Jacket

2026-06-13 at 11:00 PM

Turnpike Troubadours

2026-06-13 at 11:00 PM

Community Leaders

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Elissa Slotkin

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Gary Peters

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Gretchen Whitmer
Gretchen Whitmer

Governor

Democratic Party