Eman Jassem
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Spring break activities for kids in Dearborn at Ford Community and Performing Arts Center
April 2nd, 20190 DEARBORN – The Ford Community and Performing Arts Center will hold several activities for kids during spring break. Activities include open swimming in the recently renovated natatorium weekdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., a rock climbing wall open on weekdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. and basketball games in the gymnasium on weekdays until...
Dearborn: Home renovation permits and inspections in place to keep homes safe
April 2nd, 20190 DEARBORN — Building construction permits and building inspections are in place to keep homes safe and in good repair, according to a press release by the City of Dearborn. City officials say that property owners who are considering home renovations should keep in mind that a residential renovation permit is required for various...
Muslim group offers free medical services to southeast Michigan communities
March 29th, 20190 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — On Sunday, March 31, Who is Hussain — Michigan (WIH) will partner with healthcare professionals across Wayne County to host a completely free medical camp at the Islamic House of Wisdom from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Who is Hussain is a global movement founded in 2012 and it currently leads more than 60...
Michigan Fuels gives $12,000 donation to Dearborn Public Schools
March 15th, 20190 DEARBORN - On Wednesday, March 13, Dearborn Public Schools received a $12,000 donation from Trenton-based Michigan Fuels. Checks were donated by Michigan Fuels and Exxon Mobil. Michigan Fuels is a branded wholesaler of fuel, directly selling to gas stations. The Fordson football team and each of the buildings in the district received...
Arab American student becomes all-time leading scorer in Dearborn Schools history
March 15th, 20190 DEARBORN — Edsel Ford High School basketball player Jalal Baydoun enjoyed one of the greatest seasons in Dearborn Public School history and became the all-time leading scorer in the district. He finished his career with a few marks that are among the highest in the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA). The boys'...
Arab American Women’s Business Council celebrates International Women’s Day
March 9th, 20190 DEARBORN — The Arab American Women’s Business Council (AAWBC), a nonprofit organization that addresses the needs of Arab American women professionals and business owners, held a women’s bazaar at the Dearborn Inn on March 7. The AAWBC, which was founded in 2007 in Dearborn, also helps cater to the needs of young Arab American...
Community discussion in Dearborn focuses on vaccines and autism
March 8th, 20190 DEARBORN — On Saturday, March 2, the Arab American Health Initiative and Blue Hands United for Autism held a community debate on vaccines and autism at the Arab American National Museum courtyard. Nearly 120 attendees were present, including community and organization members and panelists in the medical profession or parent...
Dearborn police search for suspects involved in assault at Taco Bell
March 1st, 20190 DEARBORN — Dearborn Police request assistance from the public in identifying the suspects involved in an assault at the Taco Bell on W. Warren Avenue earlier this month. On February 9, Dearborn Police officers responded to the Taco Bell and found an unresponsive female victim lying on the pavement in the parking lot. The...
Some Michigan auto insurance rates may decrease in March
February 22nd, 20190 LANSING — As of March 25, Michigan residents who have insure their cars with State Farm might see their auto insurance rates go down. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Companies announced it will cut its rates by 3.5 percent in Michigan. The total state-wide expected impact for State Farm Mutual will be a savings of...
Man wanted for passing counterfeit bill at 7-Eleven in Dearborn
February 16th, 20190 DEARBORN — Dearborn police are requesting assistance from the public in identifying a man who passed a counterfeit $100 bill at a local 7-Eleven in late December. On December 29, at approximately 12:40 am, the male suspect entered the 7-Eleven on Greenfield near Rotunda and passed the fake $100 bill. Anyone with information...
Dearborn Public Library increases circulation and raises awareness through “half million” checkout campaign
February 16th, 20190 DEARBORN — Providing services to residents since 1969, the Dearborn Public Library successfully increased its circulation numbers as it also promoted its many resources during its lively campaign to reach a half million checkouts in 2018. More than 498,220 materials were checked out, which include traditional library materials such...
Fordson students start driving task force to educate distracted teen drivers
February 15th, 20190 DEARBORN — Starting out as a campus organization at Fordson High School, the Safer Driving Task Force focuses primarily on programs to promote safer teen driving. This is a teen driving initiative aimed at reducing serious traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities among Michigan’s most inexperienced drivers – teens. It's...
Alabama executes Muslim inmate, denies his request for an imam’s presence
February 15th, 20190 MONTGOMERY, Ala — On February 7, a Muslim man was executed in Alabama as originally scheduled, after the U.S. Supreme Court voted five-to-four to allow the execution and denied his request for an imam's presence in the execution chamber. Dominique Ray was convicted of killing a 15-year-old in 1995. Ray, 42, was put to death by...
Fordson car simulation event sends an important message to students
February 15th, 20190 DEARBORN — On February 5, students from Fordson High school spent the entire day learning about the effects of distracted driving. Activities included speakers, driving simulators and under the influence goggles to encourage students to avoid reckless driving and driving while impaired. The car simulation was the main event of the...
Interfaith leaders urge people to ‘stand up’ for justice amid rising discrimination
February 1st, 20190 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — On January 27, the Islamic Institute of America (IIA) hosted an interfaith dialogue about “the voice of human justice” as part of a tribute to the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his dream of unity and equality. The event, which drew a capacity crowd, had the theme of “One Nation Under God.”......
Wayne County prosecutor rules Al-Tameemi killing was in self defense, community mourns victim
January 23rd, 20190 DEARBORN — An Arab American father of three young children is dead after being shot Saturday, January 19, at a Marathon gas station in Inkster. Ali Adnan Al-Tameemi, 34, also known as Ali Salman, was shot at close range by a utility worker. The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office has ruled the fatal shooting a case of self-defense...
Michigan to send food stamps out early due to federal government shutdown
January 18th, 20190 LANSING — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) will be issuing Food Assistant Program (FAP) benefits early for the month of February, as the partial federal government shutdown pushes toward a fourth week. As part of an early move to ensure assistance next month, Michigan is rushing to hand out February food......
Dearborn Schools board of trustees select new officers
January 17th, 20190 DEARBORN — As part of School Board Recognition Month, Superintendent Glenn Maleyko took time at the January 14 school board meeting to thank the trustees for their service to the community. The school board trustees dedicate a lot of time sharing their expertise to benefit the students and families in the district. Maleyko said...
The American Moslem Society celebrates 80th anniversary
January 14th, 20191 DEARBORN — On Friday, April 19, members of the Muslim community will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the American Moslem Society (ASM). Established in 1938 by first generation Muslim immigrants, AMS is celebrating 80 years of serving the community. The AMS, also known as the Dearborn Mosque, is one of the oldest mosques in...
How do Arab Americans celebrate ‘World Arabic Language Day’?
December 24th, 20180 DEARBORN — Tuesday, December 18 marks the celebration of Arabic Language Day, the day that celebrates the Arabic language and culture in an appreciative and educational manner. The event was established by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2010 to celebrate multilingualism and cultural...
Is Muslim teen hero Ms. Marvel the new face of Marvel Comics?
December 16th, 20180 DEARBORN — In a time of growing Islamophobia, a teen Muslim superhero named Ms. Marvel has made headlines and her action figure has made it onto many retail shelves. The Ms. Marvel comic series offers readers a heroine who, when not saving the world, struggles with issues of faith, family and where she fits in. Kamala Khan, is a......
Dearborn community members talk about stigmas and domestic violence awareness
December 16th, 20180 DEARBORN — On Saturday, Dec. 8, The Arab American Health Initiative (AAHI) held a public seminar on raising awareness about domestic violence at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center. Attendees included community and organization members, panelists in public and mental health professions and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell...Dearborn Public Library implements guidelines for students during busy study period
December 10th, 20180 DEARBORN - The Dearborn Library Commission has once again approved temporary safety guidelines in effect during the busy study period between January 7 and January 18. The library Commission has come up with this decision in order to accommodate busy parents and make the Dearborn Public Library a welcoming environment for all who......
Michigan Republicans gut paid-leave time and delay minimum wage raise
December 8th, 20180 LANSING — Many Michigan workers would not qualify for paid sick time or a minimum wage raise to $12 per hour until 2030 instead of 2022 under changes to citizen-initiated laws approved by the Republican-controlled Senate Government Operations Committee on November 28. Back in September, the legislature passed bills to raise the...
Michigan mother sentenced to 30-60 years for daughter’s torture and murder
December 8th, 20180 SUMPTER TOWNSHIP — A mother was sentenced to 30-60 years in prison for the abuse, torture and murder of her 4-year-old daughter. Candice Diaz, 25, was sentenced for the murder of Gabby Barrett. Diaz’s boyfriend, Brad Fields, 29, was sentenced to life in prison for murder and torture in connection with the girl’s death.......
