DEARBORN – Camp Dearborn officials are seeking volunteers for a cleanup day May 8 at camp, 1700 General Motors Road in Milford. Individuals, families and service clubs can volunteer from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 8. Free lunch will be provided, as well as all the equipment. Volunteer activities will include raking leaves, shoveling, planting and weeding. “Camp Dearborn is a wonderful natural resource, and even a habitat for wildlife,” Camp Dearborn Manager Jason Spiller said. "Volunteer on May 8 to reconnect with Camp, … [Read more...] about Volunteers needed for Camp Dearborn Clean Up Day May 8
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Hawks win district championship; advance to national tournament
DEARBORN – The Henry Ford College men's basketball team extended its season April 10 with a 68-63 victory over Bryant and Stratton College of Ohio, making the Hawks the Great Lake District champions. The game's top scorer was Brandon Michrina with 15 points. He was closely followed by teammates Carrington McCaskill with 14 points and Daniel Autrey, Jr. with 12 points. The Hawks now advance to the national championship tournament at the Mary Miller Center in Danville, Ill., April 20 to 24. As the tournament's 14th seed, the Hawks … [Read more...] about Hawks win district championship; advance to national tournament
Almudhala named MCCAA Wrestler of the Year, 1 of 10 heading to nationals
DEARBORN – Henry Ford College wrestler Aseel Almudhala was named Michigan Community College Athletic Association Wrestler of the Year at the recent conference tournament. The HFC wrestling team was runner-up at the tournament, and Almudhala’s teammate, Vaughn Petty, finished first in his 174-pound weight class. Almudhala (125), took first place at the tournament April 3 at Muskegon Community College. He defeated Cody Wood from St. Clair Community College. “It’s a great feeling,” said Almudhala, of Dearborn. “It shows me that … [Read more...] about Almudhala named MCCAA Wrestler of the Year, 1 of 10 heading to nationals
Temporary pop-up food businesses approved during Ramadan
Food booths, businesses allowed to operate 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.; all public health protocols apply DEARBORN – “Pop-up” outdoor food businesses to accommodate Ramadan gatherings have been approved in the city – with strict health and safety guidelines and other regulatory conditions. The initiative is intended to encourage people to celebrate Ramadan while also remaining safe and socially distant during the COVID-19 pandemic. The provisions were recommended by Mayor John O’Reilly’s administration and approved by the City Council … [Read more...] about Temporary pop-up food businesses approved during Ramadan
Robert Pastor to receive HFC 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award
DEARBORN –– Two-time Henry Ford College alumnus Robert L. Pastor II, CEO of Rainy Lake Medical Center in International Falls, Minn., will be named the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award at this year’s HFC commencement ceremony, which will be held virtually May 22. The award will be presented by Shai James-Boyd, HFC assistant director of Advancement and Alumni Relations. “HFC was the core for all of my success,” said Pastor, who lives in Minnesota with his wife and two children. “I would like to thank all the great instructors and … [Read more...] about Robert Pastor to receive HFC 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award
HFC’s Madison Candela earns volleyball All-Conference honors, reflects on playing during a pandemic
DEARBORN –– Madison Candela, a freshman volleyball player at Henry Ford College, recently earned Second Team All-Conference honors for her play on the court this season. “This is huge for me,” said Candela, of Dearborn. “It validates the countless hours of hard work I've put in at the gym, the weight room, volleyball camps, and just hours spent with my club team helping younger players learn the game. It validates my parents’ choice to encourage me and push me to keep going, because I was cut from the volleyball team in seventh … [Read more...] about HFC’s Madison Candela earns volleyball All-Conference honors, reflects on playing during a pandemic
Walmart shoplifter arrested
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A Detroit woman who tried to steal items from Walmart, 5851 Mercury Drive, by going through a self-check lane without ringing up all of her merchandise on April 7 was arrested for retail fraud and advised on court procedure. After scanning and paying for other items in her shopping cart, the woman bagged four additional items, clothing valued at $40, without scanning or paying for them. The theft was recorded on surveillance footage. … [Read more...] about Walmart shoplifter arrested
Repeat vehicle vandalism may be revenge-motivated
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A vehicle vandalized twice in one week might be the work of his ex-wife, a man living in the 2200 block of Queen Street reported the morning of April 8 to police officers. The first time his blue 2020 Ford Explorer was damaged, a window appeared to have been broken by a pellet gun. The second time, a window appeared to have been broken by a larger object, possibly a baseball bat. A nearby surveillance camera did not record any footage of suspicious circumstances. … [Read more...] about Repeat vehicle vandalism may be revenge-motivated
Oak Street Health provides homebound with COVID-19 vaccines
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – Mayor Joseph Kuspa praised Oak Street Health April 7 for providing COVID-19 vaccines for homebound people who risk being exposed to the virus through caregivers and family members. He said Oak Street Health, 13667 Eureka Road, has gone above and beyond to assist with the inoculation of homebound people, and he praised Manager Jason Jordan for finding a way to transport and administer the vaccines to private homes, where the recipients were reportedly both grateful and … [Read more...] about Oak Street Health provides homebound with COVID-19 vaccines
WHFR-FM to host annual Radiothon April 18-24
DEARBORN –– WHFR 89.3 FM, Henry Ford College home grown, non-commercial, independent radio and Internet broadcast station, will host its annual pledge drive, “Radiothon 2021,” from April 18 to 24, with a variety of special on-air events scheduled throughout the week. As a non-commercial, volunteer-staffed radio station, WHFR is not licensed to sell commercials and must rely on support from HFC and private donations to operate. Since WHFR does not receive government funding, more than 60 percent of its operating budget comes from … [Read more...] about WHFR-FM to host annual Radiothon April 18-24