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
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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
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
2020 Junior League Baseball World Series cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic
TAYLOR – The 2020 Junior League Baseball World Series has been cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. The JLWS, for the best teams of 13- and 14-year-old players from around the globe, had been scheduled for its 40th consecutive year in August 2020 at Heritage Park. This is the first time the tournament has been cancelled. “While we are disappointed not to be able to celebrate our 40th anniversary this year, the safety of players, coaches, fans and our hundreds of volunteers is of the utmost importance,” … [Read more...] about 2020 Junior League Baseball World Series cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic
6 teams remain in contention for JLWS title
Taylor team plays for spot in USA finals at 4 p.m. today TAYLOR – Two games today will determine the finalists for the USA and International championships at the 39th annual Junior League Baseball World Series at Heritage Park. At 4 p.m., the Michigan District 5 champion and host team Taylor plays the USA Southeast region champions from the Viera Suntree Little League from Melbourne, Fla. Both teams are 2-1 in the World Series. The winner advances to the USA championship game at 6 p.m. Friday vs. the West region … [Read more...] about 6 teams remain in contention for JLWS title
Dearborn ATA students attend Hamilton
Fire-damaged Oakwood Food Center demolition to begin soon
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Demolition will begin soon on the heavily fire-damaged Oakwood Food Center, following a settlement with the insurance company, City Attorney Larry Coogan said at the Dec. 26 City Council meeting. The store, 3600 Oakwood Blvd., was destroyed by fire the night of July 4, leaving residents of Coogan Towers, a high-rise housing unit for seniors and the disabled, without a nearby supermarket. Coogan said the owners provided him and Building Official Brad Burns with documentation … [Read more...] about Fire-damaged Oakwood Food Center demolition to begin soon
Museum hosts Halloween events Oct. 26-27
DEARBORN – The Dearborn Historical Museum has transformed into a haunted house of sorts this Halloween season. On Oct 26, the museum welcomes children 12 and under for a good-fun Halloween Party at the McFadden-Ross House, 915 S. Brady St. The event is from 4 to 6 p.m., and admission is $2. There will be make-and-take crafts, face painting, games, prizes and trick-or-treating in the parking lot. Don’t forget to wear a costume! The museum also is partnering with the Great Lakes Apparition Seekers for a teenager and adult … [Read more...] about Museum hosts Halloween events Oct. 26-27
Lincoln Park schools announce Resilient Schools Project
Childhood emotional health may help prevent high risk adult behavior By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – Lincoln Park Public Schools Supt. Terry Dangerfield announced the launch of a district-wide Resilient Schools Project March 14 during his State of the Schools address in the Lincoln Park High School auditorium. Resilient schools help children cope with adversity and trauma, recognizing the importance of a student's emotional well being to successful learning and behavior, and how unchecked … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park schools announce Resilient Schools Project
LWV to host meet-and-greet with area elected officials
DEARBORN – The League of Women Voters Dearborn - Dearborn Heights will host a meet-and-greet with Dearborn and Dearborn Heights elected officials from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Feb. 15 at the Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce, 22100 Michigan Ave. The public is invited and admission is free. Parking is free. Newly elected Dearborn City Clerk George Darany; Dearborn Councilwomen Erin Byrnes and Leslie Herrick; and Dearborn Heights Council members Bill Bazzi, Denise Malinowski Maxwell and Tom Wencel, as well as returning elected city … [Read more...] about LWV to host meet-and-greet with area elected officials