Submitted by Nicole Brown, Outreach & Programs Coordinator, Woodward Avenue Action Association On Thursday, August 13, 2009, concrete pavers, drivers, bikers, runners and auto manufacturers around the world will take a moment to say thanks to Wayne County, Michigan. In 1909, Wayne County completed the first mile of concrete highway in the world, and 2009 marks the … More A celebration of innovation: Wayne County, MI marks 100th anniversary of first mile of concrete highway