Community holds annual fundraiser for Ficano
The Arab American community’s annual fundraiser for Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano was held Thursday, Sep.16 at the Byblos Banquet Center in Dearborn. A crowd of 500 people from different organizations attended to honor Ficano, with all of the funds going to his campaign in hopes of being re-elected in November. Wayne...
Muslim Unity Center raises money for Pakistan flood victims
September 17th, 20100 More victims than '04 tsunami, '10 Haiti quake, and '05 Kashmir quake combined Although the Pakistan floods have not received as much media coverage as other natural disasters, the United Nations estimates that the number of victims affected by the floods exceeds the total number of victims affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami,...Arab American agent sues the FBI
Bassem Youssef The FBI's highest ranking Arabic speaking agent opened his courtroom battle against his employer this week in a Washington, D.C. federal court. Bassem Youssef is suing the FBI for job discrimination, saying he was denied a role in counterterror efforts after 9/11 despite his resume – and what he claims is a...Oakwood director wins Diversity Award
DEARBORN – For Mohamad "Moe" Rustom, the language barrier isn't just about difficulty in communication, it's about safety. Rustom with award.Rustom, RN, BSN, is the director of Clinical Language Services for the Oakwood Healthcare System (OHS). His work with people of various ethnic backgrounds—and improving the communication...Arab American Army officer alleges police brutality
Sergeant Lateef Al-Saraji of the U.S. Army, filed a lawsuit against the Dallas Police department alleging that two officers, Tracy Glenn and Victor Quezada, arrested him and used excessive force, and detained him without reasonable suspicion or cause. The lawsuit also includes another defendant named Hatham Badry Al-Ani for...Locals from Koubeissi School finish strong at Taekwondo Nationals
National quarterfinalist Hameed Dakroub (C) poses with his peers. PHOTO COURTESY of Koubeissi TaekwondoDEARBORN — The city of Dearborn is home to one of the most accomplished taekwondo schools in the country, Koubeissi Taekwondo on Michigan Avenue. Three of the school's top students helped continue its illustrious tradition this...UAW Region 1A boycotts Andiamo Restaurants
UAW Region 1A has announced its plan to boycott Andiamo restaurants beginning Sep. 16. The restaurant chain is accused of violating the rights of workers. UAW Region 1A represents 150,000 retired and working residents of Southeast Michigan. According to the National Labor Relations Board, the eatery has illegally retaliated against...First Eid Festival attendance exceeds expectations
The first Eid Festival was held on Sunday, Sep. 12 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. According to Khodr Hamka, an Eid Festival committee member, an estimated 5,000 people attended the event, which took place at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. The festival was held in celebration of Eid al-Fitr, and included...Helen Thomas to be honored by AANM in D.C.
The Arab American National Museum will hold its annual Book Award Ceremony in Washington D.C. on Monday, October 4 at 8 p.m. The guest of honor is long-time, pioneering White House correspondent and Lebanese American journalist Helen Thomas, who is expected to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. Tickets for the ceremony are...Dearborn residents can dispose of many items not allowed in curbside trash during free Sep. 18 collection event at DPW Yard
DEARBORN - Dearborn residents who need to dispose of many items not accepted in curbside trash pickup can get rid of them for free during a special collection event happening at the Dearborn DPW Yard on Saturday, September 18. Please note that absolutely no hazardous materials will be accepted. Further note that only Dearborn...FBI investigation launched over burned Qur’an at Islamic Center in Lansing
A vandalized Qur'an was found at The Islamic Center of East Lansing on Sep. 11. The East Lansing Police and the FBI have launched an investigation in the case. The holy text was found with burn-marks, ripped pages and what is believed to be feces. No suspect has been found in the case. ...Open House for teachers at Arab American Museum
Educators are invited to attend a free open house of the Arab American Museum Thursday Sept. 30 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The museum will hold free tours for all teachers and educators. After the tour, guests are invited to have light refreshments and take home educational materials. A raffle will also be held. RSVP by September 24 by...Organizations partner up to serve Detroit on 9/11 anniversary
DETROIT — In an effort to make the ninth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in New York a national day of service and remembrance the Arab Community Center for Social and Economic Services partnered up with WISDOM, InterFaith Leadership Council, City Year and 1 By Youth and Leadership Detroit to participate in “Acts of Kindness (A-OK)...
Interfaith gatherings call for tolerance, remember 9/11 victims
September 13th, 20100 More than 20 religious leaders from various backgrounds and several different churches and mosques came together for an interfaith prayer session in support of tolerance and understanding on Sept. 11 at the Islamic Center of America in Dearborn. PHOTOS: Nick Meyer/TAANA total of nearly 2,000 people gathered this past weekend for...Arab American businessman receives Spirit of Detroit Award
DETROIT - Local businessman Hussein Bazzi, 41, was presented with the Spirit of Detroit award on Thursday, Sep. 9 for his service and generosity to the community that neighbors his BP gas station located between Chicago and Schaefer in Detroit. Bazzi, who is a board member of the Tri-County Business Committee, which was formed to......
Internet helps reunite family: Local family thrilled to find kidnapped daughter after 25 years
September 12th, 20100 For most members of the local Lebanese American community, the most timeless of all summer memories are created through trips back home. Jihad Haidar holds a picture of his daughter Ohilaa at age 2.But for Jihad Haidar and his wife Sabah Bazzi, a simple phone call in June was more than enough to provide them with the kind of...9/11 NINE YEARS LATER: Local scholars express concern over post-9/11 policies
Cranes haul supplies into the building being built at One World Trade Center at the World Trade Center construction site in New York September 8, 2010. REUTERS/Lucas JacksonDEARBORN — The ninth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon finds the United States of America at-large in an uncertain......
Demonstrators rally for Jerusalem, support Palestinian rights
Over 200 people gathered at Dearborn City Hall on September 3 to protest Israel's occupation of Palestine on the international day of demonstrations known as Al Quds Day. The day is held in solidarity with the oppressed people of the world. PHOTOS: Natasha Dado/TAANDEARBORN — More than 200 people rallied outside of Dearborn City...Acts of Kindness Weekend in Remembrance of 9/11
The Arab Commnity Center for Social and Economic Services (ACCESS) has partnered with WISDOM, the InterFaith Leadership Council, City Year and 1 By Youth and Leadership Detroit for an event entitled “Acts of Kindness (A-OK) Detroit: A Weekend of Remembrance and Restoration.” This weekend will mark the ninth anniversary of the...Eid Festival to be held on Sunday
Local Muslims are inviting the community to a day-long celebration commemorating the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. The event will be held at the Dearborn Civic Center on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010, from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Festivities include carnival rides, sports activities, video game tournaments, live stage presentations, food...Community events “standing up for peace and tolerance” in response to Qur’an burning plans
In response to threats of a Florida pastor burning Qur'ans this weekend, two interfaith prayers are expected to be held in support of peace and understanding this weekend in Detroit and Dearborn. Members of all faiths are invited to the two events, which are supported by the Islamic Center of America and other local Islamic......
Community raises concerns over Israeli Mossad posing as U.S. agents to recruit informants
September 10th, 20100 The issue of FBI informants in mosques has been a hot-button topic in recent years for the Arab American and Muslim communities, and now, according to a recent report in the Washington Post, the subject of informant recruiting could take on yet another dimension in what officials of prominent civil rights groups are calling an issue of...First Annual Taste of East Dearborn Next Week
The East Downtown Dearborn Development Authority (EDDDA) has teamed up with the Dearborn Chamber of Commerce for the creation of the first annual Taste of Dearborn East event, which will be held on September 15th, 2010 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event will showcase the diverse variety of flavors offered by sixteen local restaurants......
BACK TO SCHOOL: Focusing on new reading program at DPS
DEARBORN — Students in the Dearborn Public Schools system are expected to start school Sep. 7. The district, made up of about 18,500 students at 31 schools, will begin classes for high school students at 7:20 a.m., middle school students at 8:00 a.m. and elementary school students at 8:40 a.m. Superintendent Brian Whiston is...Paletko hosts annual iftar for Dearborn Heights Muslims
Mayor Paletko speaks at his third annual iftar dinner. PHOTO: Neck MeyerDEARBORN HEIGHTS — Al-Shallal Restaurant's banquet room was the site of Dearborn Heights Mayor Daniel Paletko's third annual iftar dinner on Wednesday, September 2, a new tradition that Dearborn Heights Director of Community and Economic Development......
