DEARBORN – Dearborn Public Library will host Scott Hucker of Great Lakes Staple Seeds for a virtual talk about raising grains in home gardens at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 17 via Zoom. Hucker will go through a growing season step by step, sharing his personal experience with growing these diverse and versatile staple crops: wheat, barley, oats, rice, sorghum, triticale, millet, and amaranth. He will speak about selection, planting, cultivation, harvest and processing on a personal-use scale, along with culinary uses. To register … [Read more...] about Library to host talk about growing grains on a small scale for home, community gardens
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Heights Firefighters’ 30th annual Chili Cook-Off scheduled for Sept. 17
By ROBERT ANKRAPP For the Times-Herald HEIGHTS — The Dearborn Heights Professional Fire Fighters will host its 30th annual charity Chili Cook-Off and Family Picnic from noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 17 at Parkland Park, Ann Arbor Trail between Outer Drive and Evergreen Road. Chili judging will begin about 2 p.m. In addition to the chili cooking competition, the event features a host of family oriented activities, including food and beverages, live music, a family picnic area, face painting, a moonwalk and other … [Read more...] about Heights Firefighters’ 30th annual Chili Cook-Off scheduled for Sept. 17
JLWS Day 3: Four elimination games today, one including Taylor North
TAYLOR — There are four must-win games on the Aug. 16 schedule. Each of the teams has one loss. Four teams will be eliminated in the modified double-elimination format at the Junior League Baseball World Series in Taylor. 11 a.m. — The Europe-Africa champions from the South Czech Republic Little League in Brno, Czech Republic (0-1) vs. the Australia national champions from the Perth Metro East Little League in Perth, Australia (0-0) 2 p.m. — The Michigan District 5 champions from the Taylor North Little League in … [Read more...] about JLWS Day 3: Four elimination games today, one including Taylor North
The world returns to Taylor for 40th Junior League World Series
By DAVE GORGON For the Sunday Times TAYLOR – The best teams of 13- and 14-year-old baseball players from around the globe are arriving in Taylor for the 40th Junior League World Series, scheduled for Aug. 14 to 21 at Heritage Park. Opening ceremonies are scheduled for 8 p.m. Aug. 13 at World Series Field on the Taylor South Little League complex in Heritage Park. There will be a colorful parade of champions, presentations by dignitaries, a ceremonial first pitch and fireworks. The public is invited. Admission is … [Read more...] about The world returns to Taylor for 40th Junior League World Series
POP team dedicates ‘Replenish’ mural on Alanos as east Dearborn grows its art presence
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Sunshine and vibrant color combined July 11 to enhance the dedication of the latest Pockets of Perception mural, “Replenish,” on Alanos Pizza and Subs, 14212 Michigan Ave. The project, supported by the Dearborn Community Fund, is helping create an art mecca along Michigan Avenue in east Dearborn. Emmajean Woodyard, executive director of the non-profit Dearborn Community Fund, said the mural is an awesome addition to the community. “It’s a celebration of … [Read more...] about POP team dedicates ‘Replenish’ mural on Alanos as east Dearborn grows its art presence
Paint Out in the Park adds color to Homecoming
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Paint Out in the Park at Homecoming added color and creativity to the city’s August celebration, held this year on the grounds of the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. Artists painted outdoors at their own pace during the three-day juried event, which also recognized veteran participants and emerging artists. Judges Bob Curtis, Matthew Dietz and Chris Bennet awarded first place to Kyle Kitchen, second place to Noelle Dahl, and honorable mentions to … [Read more...] about Paint Out in the Park adds color to Homecoming
Con artists rent imaginary campers
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — Multiple victims filed complaints July 21 with the Allen Park Police Department after an Allen Park-based person collected deposits for a camper rental for a recreational vehicle they did not own and had no intention of renting. The rentals were offered on Facebook Marketplace, to fraudulently secure deposits from renters. The con artists also used other people’s addresses as a way to shield themselves from people trying to claim their rental. … [Read more...] about Con artists rent imaginary campers
Counterfeit cash used at restaurant
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A counterfeit $50 bill was used the afternoon of July 21 at Applebee’s restaurant, 23099 Outer Drive, to pay for a family’s dine-in food order. The customer who passed the counterfeit bill was described as a heavyset black male, approximately 30 years old. The manager said that the restaurant’s surveillance cameras captured footage of the man, which they would forward to police detectives. … [Read more...] about Counterfeit cash used at restaurant
Primary election sets up November races
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers Downriver residents now know who will be on the November general election ballot following the primary election, which saw many incumbents win their races. The new 13th Congressional District Democratic winner was 3rd District state Rep. Shri Thanedar who received 22,302 votes. He will face unopposed Republican Martell Bivings in the general election. Remaining candidates were Adam Hollier with 18,513 votes, Portia Roberson with 13,312, John Conyers with 6,773, Sherry Gay-Dagnogo … [Read more...] about Primary election sets up November races
Wayne County to resume household hazardous waste collection days
Wayne County will resume its quarterly large scale household hazardous waste collection efforts during events scheduled for August and October. Upcoming waste collections are: • Aug. 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Second Ebenezer Church 14601 Dequindre St., Detroit. • Oct. 15 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wayne County Community College District, 21000 Northline Road, Taylor. Hosted by the Department on Public Services’ Environmental Services, the collection events are opportunities for the community to safely dispose of items such … [Read more...] about Wayne County to resume household hazardous waste collection days