Ready for disaster and humor? Look no further than the Players Guild of Dearborn opening season show, “Disaster!” a campy, 1970s jukebox musical, and Trenton’s Open Book Theatre Company’s season starter “Boom,” featuring a bomb shelter first date as a comet hurtles toward Earth. THE PLAYERS GUILD OF DEARBORN PRESENTS ‘DISASTER!’ The Players Guild of Dearborn presents Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick’s “Disaster!” a 1970s-themed jukebox musical comedy spoofing the disaster films of the era with earthquakes, tidal waves, … [Read more...] about PGD and OBTC open seasons with ‘Disaster!’ and ‘Boom’
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Active shooter training held at local schools
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — The Trenton Police Department held active shooter training Aug. 4 at Trenton High School and Anderson Elementary School, with a significant number of officers, vehicles and activities around the school buildings during daytime hours. The training exercise was scheduled and posed no risk to the public. … [Read more...] about Active shooter training held at local schools
Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Under sunny skies, five dozen artists filled the top of the hill at Homecoming with colorful creations during the annual Paint Out in the Park competition. Artist and event staff member Sasha Corder said this is the 12th Paint Out in the Park and the biggest year yet, with 60 artists participating. “Everyone forgets it is a competition,” she said. “Everyone just spends all three days making friends, meeting new people, networking, exchanging styles and techniques and … [Read more...] about Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
The Wall That Heals bears witness during Downriver visit
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., bore silent witness to lost lives Aug. 13 to 16 at Heritage Park. The traveling memorial is 375 feet long and 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. Names on the wall are arranged by date of casualty and alphabetically within a day. Volunteers with directory guidebooks helped visitors find a specific person’s name based on their panel location. A … [Read more...] about The Wall That Heals bears witness during Downriver visit
Riverview K-9 Blue honored upon his retirement
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW – K-9 Blue was honored for his seven years of service during the Aug. 17 City Council meeting. Blue, who worked with Detective Sgt. Bruce Herrick, served the Police Department from 2019 to 2026, enhancing public safety and serving as an ambassador at many public events with his friendly demeanor. Herrick said Blue is trained in criminal apprehension, handler protection, obedience, tracking, and narcotics detection. Blue was one of the first K-9 officers … [Read more...] about Riverview K-9 Blue honored upon his retirement
Employee’s bicycle stolen
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — An employee of Koi Sushi and Hibachi, 3501 West Road, reported July 23 that his unlocked bicycle was stolen from the back of the building while he was on duty. He said the red bicycle was valued at approximately $300, and it was taken between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. that day. There were no suspects. … [Read more...] about Employee’s bicycle stolen
Back windshield vandalized
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — The back windshield of a 2100 Chevy Impala was reported shattered June 21 by the vehicle owner. He said the damage occurred between 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. in his driveway when he was not home. … [Read more...] about Back windshield vandalized
Identity thief commits tax fraud
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — A fraudulent state income tax filing was reported July 15, with a man stating that his wife had received a notification from the state of Michigan. He said they file their taxes jointly, and she did not file a separate tax return. However, the state was now seeking restitution for a $6,010 income tax refund sent to the unknown fraudster. The victims were given a police report number to forward to the state’s tax fraud department. … [Read more...] about Identity thief commits tax fraud
WSU offers classics, contemporary works, musicals and more
Whether you like classics or contemporary works, or long for a memorable musical, Theatre and Dance at Wayne have a 2026-27 season planned to celebrate all tastes at the Studio and main Stage theaters at the Hilberry Gateway. Don Evans’ “One Monkey Don’t Stop No Show” launches the season Oct. 2 to 10 in the Studio at the Hilberry Gateway. Set in Philadelphia in 1972, the story satirizes social-climbing and class aspirations, as well as the culture clash between middle-class and working-class African Americans when an … [Read more...] about WSU offers classics, contemporary works, musicals and more
44th Junior League World Series returns to Taylor
All games at World Series Field in Heritage Park TAYLOR – The 44th Annual Junior League World Series will be held Aug. 9 to 16 in Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road. The international tournament for 13- and 14-year-old youth teams has been held in Taylor since its inception in 1981. Opening ceremony, featuring a parade of all 12 teams and a fireworks display, will be held at 8 p.m. Aug. 8, at World Series Field inside the park. Opening ceremonies are free to the public. The 12-team field is broken into six-team brackets. … [Read more...] about 44th Junior League World Series returns to Taylor