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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Heights Firefighters’ 30th annual Chili Cook-Off scheduled for Sept. 17
By ROBERT ANKRAPP For the Times-Herald HEIGHTS — The Dearborn Heights Professional Fire Fighters will host its 30th annual charity Chili Cook-Off and Family Picnic from noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 17 at Parkland Park, Ann Arbor Trail between Outer Drive and Evergreen Road. Chili judging will begin about 2 p.m. In addition to the chili cooking competition, the event features a host of family oriented activities, including food and beverages, live music, a family picnic area, face painting, a moonwalk and other … [Read more...] about Heights Firefighters’ 30th annual Chili Cook-Off scheduled for Sept. 17
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
Taylor voters to decide on recreational marijuana facilities
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR — The decision on recreational marijuana facilities in the city will be taken to the voters of Taylor after the City Council approved a ballot proposal for the November general election. Discussions on allowing recreational marijuana facilities in the city have been going on for months, but will be decided on following multiple motions by council during an Aug. 11 special meeting. Ultimately, the council voted to approve ballot language — which was amended — provided to them by … [Read more...] about Taylor voters to decide on recreational marijuana facilities
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
Reckless driver with suspended license arrested
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR — A 44-year-old Dearborn Heights man was cited for reckless driving and driving while his license was suspended at 1:43 a.m. July 29 after a Taylor police officer saw him run a stop sign at Monroe Boulevard and Hayes Street while driving at a high rate of speed. Following a traffic stop, the man, who was placed under arrest, began to experience chest pains and was transported to Beaumont Hospital, Taylor, while his white Ford F250 was impounded and towed. … [Read more...] about Reckless driver with suspended license arrested
What’s in identity thief’s wallet?
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR — The ex-husband of a 36-year-old Taylor woman may have used her personal identity information to illegally open up a Capitol One credit card, the victim reported July 29 to police officials. She said her ex-husband had access to her personal identity information in the past, and may have taken some of her documents a few weeks earlier when they saw each other. … [Read more...] about What’s in identity thief’s wallet?
Senior subject to identity theft
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR — A $7,000 loan was fraudulently applied for July 28 using the personal identity information of a 62-year-old Taylor woman. The loan company said that her Social Security number and other personal information was misused, with a Roseville address and an unfamiliar email address included. The loan was canceled, and the woman flagged her accounts with the credit reporting agencies. … [Read more...] about Senior subject to identity theft
Stolen vehicle recovered with front end damage
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR — A red 2008 Pontiac G6 stolen July 29 from a residential driveway the 5900 block of Beech Daly Road in Taylor was recovered a day later in Romulus with heavy front end damage after it was involved in a hit-and-run crash in which the driver fled. The victim, a 30-year-old Taylor man, said the vehicle, which was paid off but uninsured, had been subject to lost or missing keys a week prior to its theft. … [Read more...] about Stolen vehicle recovered with front end damage