By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Sunshine and blue skies provided welcoming weather for the city’s 97th Memorial Day Parade and ceremony, which was moved to the west side due to east side Michigan Avenue construction. Prior to the parade, at 9:30 a.m., a horse-drawn caisson carried the cremains of two military veterans to the McFadden-Ross House grounds, honoring U.S. Army Pfc. Patrick Lee McClain (May 25, 1940 to Dec. 23, 2017), who served from March 21, 1969, to March 19, 1971, and U.S. Marine Corps … [Read more...] about West Dearborn hosts 97th annual Memorial Day Parade
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Sew amazing: Members of the General Henry Dearborn Quilting Society create art
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – From landscapes that look like paintings from afar to geometrically patterned, colorful creations, the talented members of the General Henry Dearborn Quilting Society have elevated quilting to an art form. On the second Thursday of each month, the group holds a 10 a.m. business meeting and informal show-and-tell at Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church, 24110 Cherry Hill Road. They meet at the McFadden-Ross House, 915 S. Brady, at 6 p.m. on the first Thursday of the … [Read more...] about Sew amazing: Members of the General Henry Dearborn Quilting Society create art
Inflatable art fills Lincoln Ballroom with whimsical, vibrant color
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – The bright-colored, inflatable art of Detroit artist Sean Hages dominated the Lincoln Ballroom with whimsical shapes April 23 during April Arts month at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. Hages, 43, said the collection of forced air inflatables on display were made for different events over the years and are usually displayed outdoors. He said the decision to create inflatable art was a pragmatic decision. “I didn’t have a lot of equipment or employees … [Read more...] about Inflatable art fills Lincoln Ballroom with whimsical, vibrant color
Dearborn woman with Taylor ties crowned Miss Michigan for America Strong
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DEARBORN – Dearborn resident and Taylor native Da’Stanza Murphy, 35, was crowned Miss Michigan for America Strong May 6 in Plainwell. She will travel to Las Vegas to compete in the national pageant in August. During her year-long reign Murphy will continue to support her community service platform, “Mentoring a Younger Me,” which supports connecting and mentoring girls to help them discover their inner beauty, build their self-confidence and learn to become positive, … [Read more...] about Dearborn woman with Taylor ties crowned Miss Michigan for America Strong
Fordson High School volunteers assemble care packages during Teacher Appreciation Week
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Fordson High School student volunteers used materials supplied by Western Governors University on May 9 to assemble care packages for 1,000 Michigan teachers, which were distributed during Teacher Appreciation Week. Spokesperson Andi Sommers of Dittoe Public Relations said the initiative comes at a time when more than half of all schools are experiencing staffing challenges. “These kits are a small token of appreciation to let our teachers know they are not … [Read more...] about Fordson High School volunteers assemble care packages during Teacher Appreciation Week
Southgate Community Players present Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘Crimes of the Heart’
Southgate Community Players present Beth Henley’s tragicomedy “Crimes of the Heart” June 2, 3, 9 and 10 at the SCP Corner Playhouse, 12671 Dix-Toledo Road in Southgate. The show received the 1981 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and was nominated for a 1982 Tony Award for Best Play. Directed by Josie Stec and assistant directed by Mike Stec, both of Wyandotte, the cast includes: Cortney Markham of Trenton as Babe Magrath Botrelle; Wyandotte residents Kristi Ball as Meg Magrath, Isabella Kroczaleski as Lenny Magrath, Nathan … [Read more...] about Southgate Community Players present Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘Crimes of the Heart’
3 youth shot during confrontation between Hispanic, Arabic teens at civic center
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Three 18-year-old men suffered non-fatal gunshot wounds during a conflict between Arabic and Hispanic teens shortly before 9 p.m. May 14 outside the Civic Arena, 4300 Dearborn St. Police officers arrived to find one man shot in the chest and abdomen, one in the abdomen and a third in the abdomen, leg and hand. All are expected to recover. The gunman, described as a short, thin Hispanic male, about 16 to 17 years old and wearing a black ski mask, is still at … [Read more...] about 3 youth shot during confrontation between Hispanic, Arabic teens at civic center
Henry Ford College baseball team advances to NJCAA Great Lakes Regional Finals
By KURT KRUG For the Times-Herald DEARBORN — The Henry Ford College baseball team advanced to the National Junior College Athletic Association Region XII Great Lakes Championship Regional Finals. The Hawks took on No. 1 seed Kellogg Community College May 18, and defeated the Bruins at Jackson Community College 3-2 in the four-team double elimination tournament. HFC then lost to Lansing Community College 12-4 May 19, and will face Kellogg in the losers bracket at 11 a.m. May 20, with the winner advancing to the … [Read more...] about Henry Ford College baseball team advances to NJCAA Great Lakes Regional Finals
Great Lakes conservationist to discuss new book ‘Rouge River Revived’ at Henry Ford Centennial Library
DEARBORN – Author and conservationist John Hartig will visit the Henry Ford Centennial Library to discuss his new book “Rouge River Revived: How People are Bringing Their River Back to Life,” which he co-edited with James Graham — an award-winning journalist and former executive director of Friends of the Rouge. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. May 31 at Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave., in room M-15. The event is free and open to the public, and registration is not required. “‘Rouge River Revived’ is … [Read more...] about Great Lakes conservationist to discuss new book ‘Rouge River Revived’ at Henry Ford Centennial Library
Dearborn’s outdoor pool season begins May 27
Resident, non-resident pool tags available DEARBORN – Dearborn’s outdoor pool season begins May 27 with the opening of Dunworth and Ford Woods Pools. Dunworth Pool will offer open swimming weekdays from 4 to 7 p.m., and weekends and holidays from noon to 6 p.m. through June 15. From June 16 to 18, Dunworth Pool will host the prestigious U.S.S. Swim Meet, and consequently, will not have open swimming these three days. Spectators are welcome. Starting June 19, Dunworth Pool will feature open swimming daily from 1 … [Read more...] about Dearborn’s outdoor pool season begins May 27