February 3, 2012

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Local Dems Unveil Campaign Finance Reform Package

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LANSING, Michigan - The Michigan House Democrats introduced an ethics and campaign finance reform package to close the revolving door between the public and the private sectors and to provide citizens with greater transparency and accountability from elected and appointed officials. “It is time to put an end to back-door politics and make our government open and accountable to the people we are serving,” said State Representative Dian Slavens. “The Governor called for an ethics reform package in his State of the State Address and my Democratic colleagues and I are happy to put forth … [Read more...]

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Dearborn Public Schools Loves Senior Citizens

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DEARBORN, Michigan - Almost 20 years ago the Dearborn Public Schools began offering senior citizens free admission to school events and other special discounts via the Golden Ager card. The district is pleased to announce a new commitment to this program with new offerings and a new name. On February 14, 2012, Valentines Day, Dearborn Public Schools residents over the age of 60 can stop in to any Dearborn Public School or the Administration Building to pick up the new Premier Citizen Discount Card. There will be free cookies for anyone stopping by to pick up a card and as a special bonus … [Read more...]

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Henry Ford Museum Celebrates Black History Month

February 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Black HIstory Month

DEARBORN, Michigan – During the month of February, Henry Ford Museum will commemorate the journey and legacy of African-Americans during Celebrate Black History!, February 1-5, 8-12, 15-19 and 22-26. Admission to Henry Ford Museum is free with membership or $17 adults, $15 senior (62 and up) and $12.50 youth (5-12). Children four and under are free. For more information, call (313) 982-6001 or visit www.thehenryford.org. The ever-popular Minds on Freedom show is back to tell the inspiring stories of civil rights leaders like Rosa Parks, Fannie Lou Hamer, Gloria Rackley and Martin … [Read more...]

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Dearborn Senior Services Presents Variety of Programs

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DEARBORN, Michigan – Dearborn Senior Services has a variety of events for senior citizens to participate in and convenient bus services within the City limits. The Dearborn Senior Walking Club meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Avenue. The Club walks the indoor track from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Membership is open to Dearborn Senior Citizens. Members pay $1 for each visit. Passholders are free. The City of Dearborn SMART bus transportation serves Dearborn residents age 60 years of age or older. Seniors are required to … [Read more...]

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Montessori Center Marks 40th Anniversary

January 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. – There’s no one who knows the 40-year history of Dearborn Heights Montessori Center (DHMC) better than the Head of Schools Kay Neff. Yet, there may be no one more reluctant to talk about her own role as founder of DHMC, which has grown from a single school with nine students to a network of three schools including DHMC, Livonia Montessori Center and Plymouth-Canton Montessori School. “It’s not about me,” said Neff, who added, “It’s about the success of our students, the Montessori philosophy of educating the whole child, and creating the kind of … [Read more...]

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AT&T U-Verse Adds Public Access Programming

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DEARBORN, Michigan – AT&T U-verse has added the City of Dearborn’s government and public access channels to its services. City of Dearborn Television (CDTV) and Dearborn Public Access Television (DPATV) are now available on U-verse channel 99. Customers with AT&T services can click on the drop down box on channel 99 and can choose either of the Dearborn channels. U-verse customers also are able to choose from a number of cities on the network. This also allows customers in other cities to view Dearborn programs as well. CDTV is already available to Comcast and WOW cable … [Read more...]

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Mardi Gras Winter Warm-up At Glass Academy!

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DEARBORN, Michigan - Artists at the Glass Academy started off the new year with a calendar full of events and you won’t want to miss the next one - ‘Mardi Gras Winter Warm-up!’  What better way to get out of the cold then to visit Metro Detroit’s hottest art studio? “This show was definitely developed by our customers’ requests,” comments founding owner Michelle Plucinsky. “Not only did our customers want some new glass products, but they enjoy the educational part of our business so much they are demanding more shows that feature unique techniques and styles of glass. … [Read more...]

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Darany Earns Praise for Protecting Natural Resources

January 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Representative George T. Darany receives plaque from Cyndi Roper

LANSING, Michigan – State Representative George T. Darany has earned a 100 percent voting record on Clean Water Action's 2011-2012 House of Representatives Midterm Scorecard. Representative Darany was one of only 13 House members to receive top honors from Clean Water Action for their perfect voting record. "The Great Lakes, and all of Michigan’s waters, make our state one of the most scenic and beautiful places in the entire nation," said Darany. "For this reason, I am committed to working hard in the House of Representatives to ensure that future Michiganians can enjoy the … [Read more...]

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Tribute to ABBA Concert and Dearborn Dance Party Feb. 11

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DEARBORN, Michigan - If you enjoy the music of ABBA, the popular Swedish group from the 1970s, you’ll want to mark February 11 on your calendar. Dearborn’s Ford Community & Performing Arts Center will present “The Music of ABBA,” featuring the Swedish group Arrival, beginning at 8 p.m. in the Michael A. Guido Theater, followed by an ABBA Dance Party in the Hubbard Ballroom until 1 a.m. Arrival, which has exclusive world-wide rights to recreate the ABBA sound and style, will perform all your favorite ABBA tunes, including “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Take A … [Read more...]

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Dearborn Door-to-Door Solicitation Rules Re-Clarified

January 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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DEARBORN, Michigan – Dearborn residents should be aware of important information regarding door-to-door solicitations. If an individual comes to your door and asks for a contribution to support a political, religious or charitable cause, the individual must have displayed on his person an ID card issued by the Dearborn Police Department. If an individual comes to your door to espouse his or her views regarding a political, religious or charitable cause but does not ask for a contribution, the individual does not have to have an ID or a permit issued by the City of Dearborn. … [Read more...]

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