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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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
License plate larceny
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A Michigan license plate was reported stolen between 4 p.m. July 31 and 12:30 p.m. Aug. 1 from a black 2013 Chrysler 200 while it was parked in the 1400 block of Emmons Boulevard. The victim, a 56-year-old woman, said there were no nearby surveillance cameras. … [Read more...] about License plate larceny
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
Catalytic converter stolen
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A catalytic converter was reported stolen Aug. 1 from a black 1999 Honda Element that was parked overnight in the 1400 block of London Avenue. The victim, a 51-year-old man, said the theft occurred between 11 p.m. July 31 and 6 a.m. Aug.1, and said the catalytic converter had an estimated $500 replacement cost. He said his Ring doorbell cam was charging at the time, and therefore did not record any footage, and there were no neighboring surveillance cameras. He was given … [Read more...] about Catalytic converter stolen
Possible porch pirate purloins package
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A package containing $330 worth of clothing was reported stolen Aug. 2 by the victim, a 62-year-old woman, from her porch in the 600 block of Mill Street. She said FedEx contends that the package was delivered the afternoon of May 24, but she never received it. There was no surveillance camera footage. She was given a report number to allow her to file a claim with FedEx and the originating merchant. … [Read more...] about Possible porch pirate purloins package
Pellet gun used to destroy pickup windows
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — The windshield and front and rear passenger side windows on a white 2021 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup were destroyed by pellet gun projectiles between 8 p.m. July 14 and 7:42 a.m. July 15 while it was parked on Detroit Avenue near Electric Avenue. The victim said his Ring doorbell cam may have captured footage of the vandalism. There were no initial suspects. … [Read more...] about Pellet gun used to destroy pickup windows