By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – People impacted by the recent DTE power outages spoke up March 20 during an evening town hall meeting held by the Michigan Public Service Commission at Dearborn Fordson High School. Speakers voiced frustration to Commissioners Katherine Peretick, Tremaine L. Phillips and Chair Don Scripps over having no choice other than DTE, which they said is asking for rate increases despite strong profit margins amid multiple recent power outages. Attendees called for more … [Read more...] about Public sounds off about DTE power outages at MPSC town hall meeting
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Dearborn Library to host free program to ‘Discover Your Authentic Self for Career Growth’
DEARBORN – Dearborn Public Library will host “Discover Your Authentic Self for Career Growth” at 6:30 p.m. April 5 at Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave. The program will be held in room M-15, on the third floor. Registration is not required. Do you feel momentarily stalled in your career? Do you want to change careers but are unsure of where to start? Do you want to learn how to develop your professional identity in your current position? If you answered yes to any of these questions, join us for "Discover Your … [Read more...] about Dearborn Library to host free program to ‘Discover Your Authentic Self for Career Growth’
Henry Ford College’s WHFR-FM to host annual Radiothon March 26 to April 1
DEARBORN — WHFR-FM 89.3 — Henry Ford College’s student-run, non-commercial, independent radio and Internet broadcasting station — will hold its annual pledge drive from March 26 through April 1, with a variety of special on-air events scheduled throughout the week. This annual fundraising event — Radiothon 2023 — is WHFR’s largest fundraising effort and provides the biggest opportunity to collect much-needed independent funding to run the eclectically programmed radio station and operate at a level you expect and … [Read more...] about Henry Ford College’s WHFR-FM to host annual Radiothon March 26 to April 1
Henry Ford College hosts Courses XXIII Chefs’ Dinner April 15
DEARBORN — Henry Ford College will host the Courses XXIII Chefs’ Dinner at Fifty-One O One – HFC’s student-run restaurant in the Student & Culinary Arts Center – on at 6 p.m. April 15 to benefit student scholarships. This year’s Chefs’ Dinner marks 50 years of hospitality education at HFC. The public is invited. Tickets are $72 per person; $47 of each ticket is a tax-deductible donation to the HFC Hospitality Scholarship Fund. To purchase tickets online, go to foundation.hfcc.edu/culinary-scholarship-dinner. Visa, … [Read more...] about Henry Ford College hosts Courses XXIII Chefs’ Dinner April 15
Vehicles damaged with spray paint
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — Two vehicles were reported vandalized with spray paint on Howard Street near Gregory Avenue, including a blue 2004 Chevy Silverado. The Silverado owner said he noticed the damage to the pickup at 5 a.m. March 13, while the other vehicle owner discovered the spray paint damage the night of March 14 while the vehicle was parked in the residential neighborhood. … [Read more...] about Vehicles damaged with spray paint
Failed theft attempt damages car
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A Hyundai Sonata was reported vandalized the morning of March 15 after the driver’s side rear window was shattered and the steering column was damaged while it was parked overnight in the parking lot of an apartment complex in the 1200 block of Outer Drive. The victim said nothing was missing from the vehicle. Wires on the steering column were pulled apart and there were fresh tool marks on the ignition lock cylinder. The complex has surveillance cameras, but the … [Read more...] about Failed theft attempt damages car
Vehicle vandalized
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — The rear driver’s side window of a brown 2014 Kia Soul was reported shattered the morning of March 15 while it was parked in an apartment complex lot in the 26000 block of Outer Drive. The victim said the damage occurred overnight. He said nothing was missing from the interior and there was no other damage to the vehicle. There were no employees in the rental office, so the responding police officer was not able to obtain surveillance camera footage while on site. … [Read more...] about Vehicle vandalized
March 19-25 is Michigan Severe Weather Awareness Week
Statewide tornado drill March 22 Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 19-25, is dedicated to reminding residents, businesses and communities of the importance of planning and preparing for the spring and summer severe weather season. As part of the week-long activity, several communities will participate in a statewide tornado drill at 1 p.m. March 22 when the city’s emergency notification siren will be briefly activated. The purpose of the drill is to provide a reminder of the importance of being properly prepared when a … [Read more...] about March 19-25 is Michigan Severe Weather Awareness Week
Wyandotte Washington School parents continue to oppose 5G cell tower atop building
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Bright yellow is appearing on lawns near Washington Elementary School, but they aren’t early spring crocuses. They are signs opposing the 5G cell tower T-Mobile has installed atop the building. The tower, which has been installed but is not yet online, has parents and guardians worried about the long-term health consequences for their children, since the tower shadows the school playground. A parent meeting at the school March 2 was cut short by Supt. … [Read more...] about Wyandotte Washington School parents continue to oppose 5G cell tower atop building
Dearborn Library Foundation announces Juneteenth essay contest for Wayne County high school students
The Dearborn Library Foundation will sponsor a Juneteenth Essay Contest for high school students in Wayne County with a $1,000 educational scholarship grand prize. The entry deadline is 11:59 p.m. April 24; results will be announced at a special event for the chosen essay writer on June 17. This contest provides an opportunity for students to showcase their writing skills and learn about the significance of Juneteenth in American history. The contest is open to all high school students in Wayne County. Participants are asked … [Read more...] about Dearborn Library Foundation announces Juneteenth essay contest for Wayne County high school students