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Archives for March 2013

Susan Dabaja Launches Campaign for Dearborn City Council

March 25, 2013 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan - Lifelong Dearborn resident Susan Dabaja, a local attorney,  threw her hat in the ring  in the race for Dearborn City Council.  Dabaja was one of the first to return her petitions for the City Council race. In an email this morning to potential supporters, Dabaja explained her decision to run for public office: "As you may … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, Government

Weight Restrictions Imposed on All Michigan Highways

March 25, 2013 By News Release

M 39 sign - Michigan Highway

MICHIGAN - Beginning 8 a.m., Tuesday, March 26, weight restrictions will be imposed on all state trunkline highways in the state of Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula. The weight restrictions will apply to state routes with M, I or US designations. In the restricted areas, the following will apply: - On routes designated as "all-season routes" … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business, Featured, Government

Mohamed Ghandour of Fordson Earns Archer Scholarship

March 19, 2013 By News Release

Mohammed-Ghandour

DEARBORN, Michigan – Mohamed Hussein Ghandour, a senior at Fordson High School, was awarded the $4,500 2013 Hugh Archer Memorial Scholarship during Dearborn Rotary’s annual youth month program.  Criteria for winning the Archer Scholarship include application of the Rotary 4-Way Test — a guideline for decisions, academic achievement, leadership in class and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured

Mutt Strutt Kick Off Event – Tonight at the Library

March 19, 2013 By News Release

Mutt Launch

DEARBORN, Michigan - Stretch your paws on Tuesday, March 19, as the Friends For the Dearborn Animal Shelter celebrates spring a week early by hosting a launch event for the 8th annual Mutt Strut and Pet Expo! The drop-in event will be held 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Henry Ford Centennial Library Auditorium, located at 16301 Michigan Avenue in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured

Horiffic Auto Accident On Outer Drive Friday Afternoon

March 16, 2013 By Douglas Vos

Horrible car accident

DEARBORN, Michigan - A terrible car accident occurred Friday afternoon, around 4:30pm on Outer Drive, near Park Street. According to witnesses at the accident scene, a man - thought to be in his 30's (driving a "white minivan" - actually a white Ford Escape)  collided with a black Ford Escort, driven by a young man - thought to be around 17-20 years old. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buzz, Community, Featured

Woronchak Offers ‘Guide to Wayne County Government’

March 16, 2013 By News Release

WAYNE COUNTY, Michigan - A booklet explaining what Wayne County government is, what it does and how it works has been published by the Wayne County Commission. “A Citizen’s Guide to Wayne County Government” is available now at various locations and through county commissioners, as well as online, said Wayne County Commission Chairman Gary … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Government

Kevin Hart of Divine Child Earns $5000 Rotary Scholarship

March 16, 2013 By News Release

Kevin Hart

DEARBORN, Michigan – Kevin Hart, a senior at Divine Child High School, was awarded the $5,000 Harry A. Sisson Memorial Scholarship during the Rotary Club of Dearborn annual Youth Month.  Criteria for winning the Sisson Scholarship include exemplifying the Rotary service ideals, along with high academic achievement, leadership among peers, and demonstration … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured

Fordson Students Will Compete for Best Pizza in Contest

March 14, 2013 By News Release

Rachel Cooks

DEARBORN, Michigan – On March 21st, 2013, 120 students at Fordson High School will don aprons and enter the kitchen to create a pizza masterpiece. Students will work in small groups under staff supervision to create a pizza from scratch. Pizzas will be voted on during class based on taste, appearance and creativity. The top eight recipes will advance … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Featured

The Henry Ford and Autism Alliance Form Partnership

March 14, 2013 By News Release

Thomas the Tank Engine at Greenfield Village

DEARBORN, Michigan - The Henry Ford and the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAOM) are announcing a unique partnership offering a welcoming environment to families with autism. This partnership was created as an opportunity for families to enjoy time at a unique and widely recognized cultural destination that has put the necessary accommodations in place to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured

Nominations Sought for 2013 Dearborn Teacher of the Year

March 14, 2013 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan - Nominations for the 2013 Alberta Muirhead Teacher of the Year Awards are being requested from Dearborn students.  Students are encouraged to recognize favorite teachers who have made significant contributions in their lives.  A copy of the nomination form can be downloaded here. Nominations can be mailed or faxed to the Dearborn Area … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community

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