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Archives for September 2012

Local Students Will Design Mosaic Wall for Dearborn’s New Intermodal Rail Station

September 26, 2012 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan – The Dearborn Community Fund (DCF) has announced names of students representing three  Dearborn public high schools on the 2012-13 POP project design team. The students will collaborate in designing a mosaic wall for Dearborn's new Intermodal Passenger Rail Station. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: DCF

Woronchak Explains County Charter Amendments

September 26, 2012 By News Release

WAYNE COUNTY, Michigan - Among the items voters will consider on a long ballot in the upcoming election will be five proposed amendments to the Wayne County Home Rule Charter. “The county charter sets the framework of Wayne County government, just as the state Constitution directs Michigan government, like a rule book for how the government does its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, Government

Dearborn Police Looking for Clues in Armed Robbery Case

September 26, 2012 By News Release

ATM Bandit - Dearborn

DEARBORN, MI — On September 24 at around 12 noon, an armed robbery was committed at the Chase Bank located at 14901 Ford Road. The female victim was conducting an ATM transaction and was approached from behind by the suspect. The suspect demanded money and the victim complied. The suspect then fled the scene in an unknown direction driving an Older … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, Government

The Henry Ford Extends Hours for Final Boarding of Titanic

September 25, 2012 By News Release

A young boy studies and authentic replica of a Titanic boarding pass at the Titanic exhibit.

DEARBORN, Michigan – Don’t miss your last chance to board Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at The Henry Ford before it sets sail on September 30. Guests looking to visit the Exhibition either for the first, or one last time, will have the opportunity to do so during special extended hours (this week)  from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m, until September 30th at Henry … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, History Tagged With: The Henry Ford, Titanic

Rep. Darany Calls for Elimination of Licensing Fees for Vets

September 25, 2012 By News Release

George Darany

LANSING, Michigan – State Rep. George Darany offered two amendments to an occupational licensing bill package on Wednesday that will exempt veterans from paying fees for professional licenses. The amendments would make it easier for cash-strapped vets to move from unemployment into good-paying jobs. Having cleared the House, the proposals now move to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, Government Tagged With: George T. Darany, veterans

Classics Revisited – Exploring Democracy at the Library

September 18, 2012 By News Release

Alexis de Tocqueville

DEARBORN, Michigan – In the mid-1800s, a French political scientist named Alexis de Tocqueville came to the United States to appraise the meaning and functioning of democracy. This extraordinary book, written as a result of his visit, contains his comments and criticisms – many of which are still vital in today's world – and is a must-read for anyone … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured Tagged With: FOLD, HFCL

Oakwood Common Residents Enjoy Flexible Meal Plans

September 18, 2012 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan - With the opening of Oakwood Common’s new Bistro café in 2011, residents welcomed the addition of hearth baked pizzas, specialty salads and in between meal snacks. Now, with the recent introduction of a “Resident Choice” plan, Oakwood Common residents can apply all their food choices in the Bistro and community’s Acorn Dining Room to a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured Tagged With: Food, Oakwood Common

Rotary Honors Raymond Trudeau as Rotarian of the Year

September 18, 2012 By News Release

Rotarian Ray Trudeau, at right, receives the Dearborn Rotarian Of The Year plaque from Jim Thorpe, Dearborn Rotary’s president-elect and chairman of the selection committee.

DEARBORN, Michigan – Raymond Trudeau has been honored as Dearborn Rotarian of the Year and awarded a plaque at a recent Club meeting. Jim Thorpe, Dearborn Rotary’s president-elect and chairman of the selection committee, described Trudeau’s service to the club over the past 33 years. Among his many efforts on behalf of Rotary, Trudeau has participated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured Tagged With: Dearborn Rotary Club, Rotary

Dearborn Rotary Announces President Hassen Hammoud

September 14, 2012 By News Release

New 2012-2013 Dearborn Rotary President, Hassen Hammoud, at left, receives bust of Rotary Founder, Paul Harris, from 2011-2012 Dearborn Rotary Past President, John Artis at the annual President’s Dinner.

DEARBORN, Michigan – Hassen Hammoud, PhD., is the Rotary Club of Dearborn’s new president for 2012-2013. His term began on July 1, 2012. President Hammoud plans to continue Dearborn Rotary’s involvement in community service, club growth, fund raising and fellowship activities. President Hammoud has called for Dearborn Rotarians to be involved in “continuous … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: Dearborn Rotary Club, Rotary Club

Spirit of Comics – Dearborn’s September Featured Sculpture

September 12, 2012 By News Release

Spirit of Comics - Sept 2012 - Sculpture in Dearborn

DEARBORN, Michigan – Twelve sculptures have been placed throughout Dearborn as part of the community’s 2012-2013 Art in Public Places Midwest Sculpture Initiative (MSI). Funding for the project is provided by the Dearborn Community Fund and the East and West Dearborn Downtown Development Authorities. Each month a different sculpture and sculptor are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Featured

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