The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan will host two chronic pain weekly workshop series ranging from May 18 to July 1 for people who live with chronic pain and their loved ones. A virtual Chronic Pain Personal Action Toward Health workshop will be held at 1 p.m. Thursdays from May 18 to June 29. The first meeting will be an information session. The workshop is open to all Michigan residents with access to a computer, tablet or smartphone. Participants may join through June 1. To register, go to www.nkfm.org/PATH, email … [Read more...] about NKF to host free chronic pain workshops
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Dearborn Library to host Zoom talk with journalist George Black on new book on Vietnam War
Book describes the ongoing efforts to heal the scars of still-present Agent Orange toxins and unexploded munitions in Southeast Asia DEARBORN – The Dearborn Public Library will virtually host journalist George Black at 6:30 p.m. May 18 for a discussion of his new book “The Long Reckoning: A Story of War, Peace and Redemption in Vietnam." Attendees will have the option to view the Zoom event from a personal device, or watch the broadcast in the Henry Ford Centennial Library Auditorium,16301 Michigan Ave. At its heart, “The … [Read more...] about Dearborn Library to host Zoom talk with journalist George Black on new book on Vietnam War
May 4 forum to focus on hazardous waste issues
U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-6th District) will host a forum to provide information and answer questions about the transportation and storage of hazardous wastes in area communities at 7 p.m. at the Wayne County Community College District Ted Scott Campus Auditorium, 9555 Haggerty Road, Belleville. The event also will be live streamed at Facebook.com/RepDebbieDingell. The forum comes in the wake of public concern surrounding the transport of hazardous waste from the East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment to sites in Michigan, and … [Read more...] about May 4 forum to focus on hazardous waste issues
Upbeat musicals on local stages: Grosse Ile H.S. presents ‘Mamma Mia’ while Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ flies into the Fisher
Two upbeat musicals usher in “the lusty month of May,” and while they aren’t “Camelot,” they do offer uplifting stories, with Grosse Ile High School presenting “Mamma Mia” and Disney’s “Aladdin” flying into the Fisher. GROSSE ILE H.S. PRESENTS ‘MAMMA MIA’ The energy and romantic charm of “Mamma Mia” will heat up the stage of Grosse Ile High School May 11 to 13 in the school auditorium, 7800 Grays Drive. The story, which features the music of ABBA, focuses on a young woman planning her wedding, who, unbeknownst to … [Read more...] about Upbeat musicals on local stages: Grosse Ile H.S. presents ‘Mamma Mia’ while Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ flies into the Fisher
Dearborn police seek public assistance in locating missing, endangered adult
DEARBORN – Dearborn police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult male who was last seen leaving his residence about 7 a.m. April 26. Mohammad Fakih is described as an 18-year-old male with black hair, brown eyes, 5 feet 10 inches tall, and weighing about 200 pounds. He sometimes wears glasses. He was last seen wearing black pants with a gray jacket and driving a 2005 Buick LeSabre bearing Michigan license plate ENS8728. Fakih is reportedly suffering from a mental health episode and may … [Read more...] about Dearborn police seek public assistance in locating missing, endangered adult
Dearborn Library to host an informational session about Medicare Hospice Benefits
DEARBORN – Dearborn Public Library will host Assured Care registered nurse and community liaison Aimee Wiercioch for a presentation about “Understanding the Hospice Benefit” at 6:30 p.m. May 16 in room M15 of Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave. Registration is not required. Wiercioch will provide information on what is included with the Medicare Hospice Benefit and how hospice cares for people in the last months of life in addition to support for their loved ones. More information can be found at … [Read more...] about Dearborn Library to host an informational session about Medicare Hospice Benefits
Wyandotte Artistic Creators Guild Art Show returns
From silly to serious: ‘SpongeBob the Musical’ at Crestwood, ‘La Cage’ at PGD, ‘Orlando’ at WSU, and ‘The Inheritance’ at The Ringwald
Whether you’re looking for a light-hearted show or more thought-provoking fare, there are many choices on local stages next week as Crestwood High School presents “The SpongeBob Musical,” the Players Guild of Dearborn offers “La Cage aux Folles,” Wayne State University brings “Orlando” to the stage, and The Ringwald performs “The Inheritance.” CRESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS ‘THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL’ “If nautical nonsense is something you wish” be sure to head over to Crestwood High School May 6 to 13 for “The SpongeBob … [Read more...] about From silly to serious: ‘SpongeBob the Musical’ at Crestwood, ‘La Cage’ at PGD, ‘Orlando’ at WSU, and ‘The Inheritance’ at The Ringwald
Wayne County Commission approves $10 million to ease Dearborn Heights flooding
HEIGHTS — Wayne County commissioners approved a $10 million, two-year project designed to ease flooding in Dearborn Heights and other nearby communities. Commissioners on April 20 approved money from the county’s share of American Rescue Plan Act revenue for drain improvements in the North Branch Ecorse Creek Drain Drainage District. The district serves Dearborn Heights, Allen Park, Ecorse, Inkster, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, Romulus, Taylor and Westland. It covers an estimated 52,400 properties over an area of roughly 30 square … [Read more...] about Wayne County Commission approves $10 million to ease Dearborn Heights flooding
Justin Graves named new Southgate fire chief
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – Justin Graves has been named the city’s new fire chief upon the retirement of Marc Hatfield. Graves began his career in 2002 as a full-time firefighter paramedic in Flat Rock. A year later he joined the Southgate Fire Department, where he has spent the past 20 years. He said the desire to help others is one of the main reasons he became a firefighter paramedic. “There is an excitement of new challenges every day that drives me,” Graves said. “I pride myself on leading by … [Read more...] about Justin Graves named new Southgate fire chief