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Detroit Mayor-Elect Mary Sheffield Confirms Private Detroit Wedding

Her transition team confirmed a low-key weekend ceremony ahead of her swearing-in as Detroit’s first woman elected mayor.

Overview

  • The transition team, Rise Higher Detroit, said Sheffield and Rickey Jackson Jr. exchanged vows in a private ceremony in Detroit over the weekend.
  • In a joint statement, the couple expressed gratitude for public support and affirmed their commitment to serving the city.
  • Local outlets previously reported signs of a small Corktown event, including activity at The Godfrey hotel, though those details were not officially confirmed.
  • Jackson is listed on LinkedIn as program manager for Project Play at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan.
  • Sheffield, currently Detroit City Council president, led the August primary, won the November election, and is set to take office next month.