By BROOKE STEVENSON Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — Lunch was served with an unexpected dose of excitement when the ceiling of a local restaurant collapsed Monday afternoon. The plaster drop ceiling of Tim’s Coney Island, 16015 Southfield, began to crack and fall during a packed lunchtime rush. Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Larry Jones and Cpt. Chris Lawson were alerted to the danger and hustled the nearly 30 patrons and staff out the back door before the collapse. The two men are credited with … [Read more...] about Fall in winter: Restaurant to open soon after ceiling collapse
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American Idol finalists perform on Spring Break in Dearborn
DEARBORN – Four finalists of the hit reality TV show “American Idol” will take the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center stage at 8 p.m. March 27 for a live performance on their Spring Break tour. The new musical production features Phil Stacy, Melinda Doolittle, Gina Glocksen and Chikezie Eze, all finalists from season six, who will perform the songs that brought them fame and a place in “American Idol” history. Ticket prices range from $24 to $39 and are on sale at the Ford Center box office. Call the center at … [Read more...] about American Idol finalists perform on Spring Break in Dearborn
Registration Now Open for “On the Move” Outreach Event at UM-Dearborn
“On the Move: College is an Option!” is a free one-day outreach program dedicated to introducing individuals experiencing socioeconomic challenges to post-secondary education. Sponsors are the University of Michigan-Dearborn Office of the Provost, the University of Michigan-Dearborn Commission for Women, the Business and Professional Women of Dearborn, and the American Association of University Women, Dearborn branch. “On the Move” will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Fairlane Center - North … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open for “On the Move” Outreach Event at UM-Dearborn
City youth group sponsors Pistons outing
TAYLOR — Members of Mayor Cameron Priebe’s Youth Advisory Council are inviting students in grades seven through 12 to attend a Detroit Pistons game on March 29 at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Tickets must be purchased by March 20 at the Parks and Recreation Office, 22805 Goddard Road. For $40, each attendee receives a ticket to the game against the Philadelphia 76ers, a ride to the Palace on a Trinity bus, a Pistons duffel bag and the opportunity to sit in VIP seats during the home team’s warm-up. The game starts at 6 … [Read more...] about City youth group sponsors Pistons outing
Tickets now on sale for ‘Wonka’
TAYLOR — Tickets are on sale for five performances by the Taylor Youth Theater of “Willy Wonka Junior.” The show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. March 27 and 28 and April 3 and 4 and at 3 p.m. April 5 at the Sheridan Community Center, 12111 Pardee Road. Tickets are available at the Department of Golf, Parks and Recreation office, 22805 Goddard Road, and cost $8; $6 for students and seniors. Tickets also will be available at the Community Center starting one hour before showtime. Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka Junior” … [Read more...] about Tickets now on sale for ‘Wonka’
Learn to grow at ‘Great Gardens’ conference
TAYLOR — Anyone who’s frustrated by the increasing cost of fresh produce or looking to stretch their food budget dollars is invited to attend the Growing Great Gardens conference March 21 at the Wayne County Community College, 21000 North Line Road. Organizers tout the event as a chance to learn how to easily grow veggies without hours of backbreaking work or spending a fortune. Hosted by The Taylor Garden Club, Taylor Conservatory Foundation and Wayne County Community College District, the event is designed to help … [Read more...] about Learn to grow at ‘Great Gardens’ conference
Egg hunt registration starts tomorrow
TAYLOR — Easter egg hunts for resident children ages 3 to 8 are scheduled for April 4, starting at the Heritage Park Activity Building. All participants must register in advance, beginning tomorrow at the Parks and Recreation Office, 22805 Goddard Road. Early registration is recommended; there will be no on-site registration. The admission fee is $3 per child. Children will be divided into age groups: • Ages 3 and 4 — Activities at 9 a.m., followed by an Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. • Ages 5 and 6 — … [Read more...] about Egg hunt registration starts tomorrow
Blood drive March 17 at former Taylor fire station
TAYLOR — The Taylor Police Department will sponsor an American Red Cross blood drive from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, at the former main fire station at 11101 Pine Street, just south of City Hall. Appointments can be made by calling Marge Maladecki at (734) 374-1445, although walk-ins are accepted. The Taylor Police Department has received platinum sponsor recognition from the Red Cross for its extensive efforts in organizing blood drives. The police blood drive has been recognized as the top Downriver … [Read more...] about Blood drive March 17 at former Taylor fire station
College appoints two new directors to foundation board
DEARBORN — Two new directors recently were appointed to the HFCC Foundation Board of Directors. Dearborn Heights resident Nabil H. Fakih and Detroit resident James P. Allen Sr. will serve three-year terms on the board, which comprises 26 community and business leaders who provide oversight and support for the college’s private fundraising efforts. Fakih, a registered pharmacist, is sole proprietor of Dearborn Heights Pharmacy and owns and operates four additional pharmacies in Canton Township, Redford, Novi and … [Read more...] about College appoints two new directors to foundation board
Granholm, Wisconsin governor headline health forum in city
By J. PATRICK PEPPER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — The city will play host to a White House forum on health reform Thursday, featuring, among others, Gov. Jennifer Granholm and Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich. Granholm and Wisconsin Gov. Jim Doyle are expected to lead the forum at the Ford Conference and Event Center, 1151 Village Drive, which is part of President Barack Obama’s effort to initiate a national dialogue on how to rein in the costs of health care. The event will run from 2 to 3:30 p.m. White … [Read more...] about Granholm, Wisconsin governor headline health forum in city