Ayusa International, a non-profit organization that for 31 years has promoted global learning and leadership through high school student cultural exchanges and leadership programs, launched its annual search for Michigan families interested in hosting international students for the 2014-15 school year. Ayusa (which stands for “Academic Year in the USA”) works with diverse families who are interested in hosting an international student of high school age. Families without children, empty nesters, military families, retirees, and … [Read more...] about Ayusa seeks local exchange student host families
Downriver
Students win CSCU scholarships
Two Downriver students won two of seven scholarships awarded by Co-op Services Credit Union in March. Riverview resident Sarah Drongowski, a senior at Gabriel Richard High School received the $1,000 Margaret Kremer-Hehman Scholarship, and Allen Park resident Jessica Trionfi, a senior at Allen Park High School, received the $500 James Cullimore Scholarship. CSCU awarded $14,000 in scholarships at its 59th annual membership meeting. The scholarship program, in its 20th year, was established to honor longtime CSCU volunteers and … [Read more...] about Students win CSCU scholarships
Candidates set for primaries
By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers The August primary election ballots were confirmed Tuesday after the 4 p.m. filing deadline for candidates. The mid-term election year offered few challengers for state House and Senate races to be determined Tuesday, Aug. 5. For the Senate, Downriver voters have a choice to make with a contested primary in the newly-defined District 4, which includes Southgate and Lincoln Park. Incumbent Virgil Smith (Detroit) faces a primary challenge from state Rep. Rashida Tlaib (Detroit) and … [Read more...] about Candidates set for primaries
Bank robber suspect caught, arraigned
Photo courtesy of the Dearborn Police Department A woman believed to be Cheryl Ann Farnsworth, 44, of Taylor, is seen at the counter of the PNC Bank, 23153 Michigan Ave., during a robbery that occurred April 14. Farnsworth was arrested in Woodhaven the next day and remains in federal custody for allegedly robbing PNC and seven other area banks between Jan. 29 and April 14. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — The 44-year-old Taylor woman suspected of robbing several area banks over the last few months was arraigned … [Read more...] about Bank robber suspect caught, arraigned
Oakwood merging with Beaumont, Botsford
Oakwood Healthcare, Beaumont Health System and Botsford Health Care signed a letter of intent Friday to begin exclusive negotiations to combine operations into a new health care system. The boards of the three not-for-profit organizations have approved a letter of intent calling for formation of a new, $3.8 billion health system that would combine assets, liabilities and operations under unified executive and board leadership. The new system would integrate their combined eight hospitals and 153 other patient care sites into a … [Read more...] about Oakwood merging with Beaumont, Botsford
Dingell released from hospital after heart procedure
Photo courtesy of John Dingell U.S. Rep. John Dingell (D-Dearborn) rests comfortably at home following his release from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit Friday. Dingell underwent a minimally invasive procedure Thursday to correct a recently developed atrial fibrillation, or heart rhythm disorder. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — U.S. Rep. John Dingell (D-Dearborn), the longest serving congressman in U.S. history, was released from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit Friday after undergoing a successful procedure on his … [Read more...] about Dingell released from hospital after heart procedure
Debbie Dingell running for husband’s seat; John Dingell announces retirement at end of term
Photo by Bob Oliver Dearborn Mayor John O'Reilly Jr. (left) introduces Debbie Dingell to a crowd inside Panera Bread Restaurant Friday morning. Dingell publicly announced she is running for the 12th Congressional District seat being vacated by her husband, John Dingell (below). John Dingell, the longest-serving member of congress in U.S. history, announced last week that he would not be seeking re-election. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — It turns out that area voters will not be casting their first ballot in … [Read more...] about Debbie Dingell running for husband’s seat; John Dingell announces retirement at end of term
Ficano: ‘Comeback county’ moving forward again
Photo by Bob Oliver Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano (left) addresses a small crowd at the Automotive Hall of Fame during his 2014 State of the County address Feb. 18. Ficano spoke about the economic comeback of the county and said he chose a Dearborn location for the speech to remind county residents to visit local museums and attractions and because the city has strong ties to the automotive industry, the largest provider of jobs for the county. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — Using the Automotive Hall of … [Read more...] about Ficano: ‘Comeback county’ moving forward again
Young city councilmen ready for action
Photo courtesy of state Rep. Rashida Tlaib Taylor City Councilman Alex Garza (third from left) is sworn in by 23rd District Court Judge Geno Salomone (left) Nov. 14 at Lakes of Taylor Golf Club accompanied by his sisters Tristan Reyes (second from left) and Juli Reyes. ‘Somebody had to be a catalyst for the new generation’s involvement in local politics. I feel like I am accomplishing that goal.’ — Lincoln Park Councilman Elliott Zelenak By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers An eagerness to serve and bring a fresh … [Read more...] about Young city councilmen ready for action
Making the best of snow days
Photo by Sue Suchyta Area residents found different ways to weather the snowstorm and Arctic plunge that followed last week. Whether it was catching up on homework, helping shovel out neighbors or testing your mettle against 40-degree-below-zero wind chill, people found ways to endure. To see how several people passed the time. … [Read more...] about Making the best of snow days