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
Melvindale police sergeant says department is understaffed, overworked
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Police Sgt. Matthew Furman addressed the city’s Public Safety Commission Aug. 9 about a decrease in staffing, plummeting morale and excessive overtime, which he said is exhausting and not sustainable. He said that he has had to work 20-hour shifts, and patrol officers are burned out, can no longer have a personal life and the department is experiencing high turnover, with its pay and benefits not competitive with neighboring police departments, meaning it cannot … [Read more...] about Melvindale police sergeant says department is understaffed, overworked
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
Energy drinks, men’s clothing stolen
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — Four cases of Monster energy drink, valued at $106, and $30 worth of men’s clothes were stolen the night of Aug. 4 from Dollar General, 3580 Oakwood Blvd. An employee said the thief was a black male, 6 feet 5 inches tall, wearing a white shirt, black pants, a baseball cap and black shoes, who drove away in a red Mercury Sable. The theft was captured on surveillance camera footage. … [Read more...] about Energy drinks, men’s clothing stolen
Ex-con threatens relative
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — A woman who let a relative recently released from prison sublet her former apartment said July 31 that he was demanding she return the money he had given her for rent and bills, and threatened to shoot up her house and harm her family if she did not comply. The victim said she was going to give him the cash to protect her family, and had police officers watch the exchange from a distance to help ensure that he did not harm her. She said she would provide police officers … [Read more...] about Ex-con threatens relative
White work van stolen
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — A white 2007 Ford Econoline van was reported stolen the morning of July 31 from the 17100 block of Raupp Road. The reporting party said he had borrowed the van from his cousin the night before, and both sets of ignition keys were still in their possession. He said the van was paid off, so it hadn’t been repossessed. Nothing of significant value was stolen with the van. It was entered into the Law Enforcement Information Network as stolen. Police officers checked the … [Read more...] about White work van stolen
Tire slashed
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — The left back tire of a vehicle was slashed July 30 in the 3600 block of McKitrick Street. The victim said he saw a male neighbor near his car after he pounded on his door, to which he did not respond. He said he talked to the father of the man, and was advised that he is not in his right mind. There were no nearby surveillance cameras. The police officer who compiled the report recommended that the current incident and any future vandalism be documented, and … [Read more...] about Tire slashed