By J. PATRICK PEPPER Sunday Times Newspapers WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. John Dingell (D-Dearborn) is set to achieve a unique milestone this week, when he will take over the title of longest-serving House member in history. On Wednesday, Dingell will surpass former Mississippi Congressman Jamie Whitten for the singular distinction. The historic occasion will occur earlier than first thought, however, as House historians initially had the date pegged for Valentine’s Day. But a day-by-day count of their time in … [Read more...] about Dingell to reach longevity milestone this week