By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs suspended the registered nurse license of Rana Holman of Dearborn Heights for several possible violations, according to a Sept. 11 press release. She worked at Fountain View Surgery Center in Southfield. In formal terms, LARA stated that an order of summary suspension is a temporary measure to protect the public and not a final determination that a licensee has violated the public health code. Also, the code … [Read more...] about Heights nurse’s license suspended by LARA
Judge rules in favor of Heights council in suit against mayor
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Wayne County Circuit Court Judge Muriel Hughes ruled that Mayor Daniel Paletko must sign a retainer agreement with the law firm of Ottenwess, Taweel & Schenk, PLC as approved by the city council. The issue before the court was whether the council met all four requirements needed to order a writ of mandamus against Paletko. The ruling stated that the court is not making its decision on the merits of the particular cause behind the council’s attempt to conduct a financial … [Read more...] about Judge rules in favor of Heights council in suit against mayor
D7 approves new food service management company
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Dearborn Heights District No. 7 unanimously approved ChartWells as its food service provider at a Sept. 5 special meeting. Trustee Vickie Bracken was absent. The contract will be the standard Michigan contract for one year with one four-year renewals. After a special board meeting on Aug. 29, the Michigan Department of Education contacted Board Attorney Jeremy Chisholm and Supt. Jennifer Mast to let them know there would be four items needed if the district decided to move … [Read more...] about D7 approves new food service management company
Annual Museum Guild beer tasting fundraiser Sept. 27
DEARBORN – The Museum Guild of Dearborn’s beer tasting fundraiser will return for its seventh annual installment from 5 to 11 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Dearborn Historical Museum’s Ross-McFadden House, 915 S. Brady St. Tickets are $20 in advance, or $25 at the door, and include admission, live entertainment and the first eight sample-sized beers from a variety of Michigan breweries. Tickets can also be used for wine and root beer. Tickets can be purchased at www.thedhm.com or in person at the museum office. All proceeds benefit the … [Read more...] about Annual Museum Guild beer tasting fundraiser Sept. 27
Dearborn man charged for sexually explicit texts
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A Dearborn man charged with sending sexually explicit texts to a 14-year-old girl was placed under a $50,000 bond, 10 percent and will be required to wear a GPS tether if released. The terms for Mourad Jawad, 47, were announced during a probably cause conference in front of 19th District Court Judge Mark Somers on Sept. 6. A preliminary examination of the evidence against Jawed is scheduled for Sept. 13. Jawad was arraigned Aug. 30 on the formal charges of child sexually … [Read more...] about Dearborn man charged for sexually explicit texts
Classics Revisited book group begins Sept. 18
DEARBORN – The free book discussion group Classics Revisited will start meeting for fall sessions beginning Sept. 18 at Esper Branch Library, 12929 W. Warren, and then will continue monthly through December. All sessions are open to the public and no registration is required. There is a slight twist in the program for the fall sessions. The group will alternate between “reader’s choice” months and selected classic titles. Participants can read what they want during the reader’s choice months, and are welcome to tell the group … [Read more...] about Classics Revisited book group begins Sept. 18
‘Blithe Spirit’ and ‘Menopause the Musical’ light up local stages
From the ghost-beckoning séances of “Blithe Spirit” to the sisterhood of store sales in “Menopause, the Musical,” the curtain rises on multiple shows at local theaters. Wayne State University begins its season with its graduate company’s production of Noel Coward’s “Blithe Spirit” at the Hilberry Theatre. The show runs 8 p.m. Sept. 20, 21, 27, 28, and Oct. 4 and 5; 2 p.m. Sept. 21, 25 and 28; 7 p.m. Sept. 26 and Oct. 3; and 3 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Hilberry Theater, 4743 Cass, Detroit. When a writer decides to hold a … [Read more...] about ‘Blithe Spirit’ and ‘Menopause the Musical’ light up local stages
Public invited to Graham Street Park dedication ceremony Sept. 16
New park to include miniature soccer field and an ADA-compliant play structure DEARBORN – Local children will soon have more spots to play outdoors with the opening of Graham Street Park, on Graham between Wyoming and Lonyo streets in east Dearborn. Residents are invited to attend the park’s dedication ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 16. The ceremony is expected to include remarks from Mayor John O’Reilly Jr., city officials and a representative from Beaumont Health/Healthy Dearborn. U.S. Rep Debbie Dingell and state Rep. Abdullah … [Read more...] about Public invited to Graham Street Park dedication ceremony Sept. 16
Naloxone Distribution Day offers free Narcan kits
Help is available this week if a friend, family member or client potentially needs assistance with an opioid overdose. During Naloxone Distribution Day on Sept. 14, Michiganders can go to a participating pharmacy and anonymously pick up a free Narcan kit. A list of participating pharmacies is available at www.michigan.gov/opioids and includes several major chains as well as local, independent pharmacies. Narcan Nasal Spray counteracts the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose; it is a prefilled, needle-free device … [Read more...] about Naloxone Distribution Day offers free Narcan kits
Retiring Melvindale fire captain honored
Sept. 28 declared Michael Preadmore Day By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Sept. 28 was declared Michael Preadmore Day, as the retiring Melvindale and Dearborn fire captain was honored Sept. 4 for 23 years of service by Melvindale Mayor Stacy Bazman. Preadmore, who became a firefighter in 1996, became a Melvindale Fire Department sergeant in 2010, and in 2012 became a lieutenant. When the department consolidated with Dearborn in 2013, he continued to serve, and in 2017 became a captain. Preadmore received … [Read more...] about Retiring Melvindale fire captain honored