Hamtramck, River Rouge, other cities, receive grants to upgrade water systems
June 2nd, 20210 LANSING — Governor Whitmer announced this week grants awarded to different Michigan communities to help upgrade drinking water infrastructure towards safe, affordable tap water across the state. The grants come under the umbrella of the MI Clean Water plan. Under that plan Hamtramck receives $188,315 under the Drinking Water...Secretary of State seeking $25 million to hire more staff
June 2nd, 20210 LANSING — Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Democratic lawmakers want $25 million to hire more staff and pay overtime to employees. The money would go towards expanding appointments and hours at branch offices that are facing large backlogs of transactions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If the spending is approved by the...A tribute to Francis Allen, an Arab American veteran and a decorated Detroit Police deputy chief
May 31st, 20210 Francis Cyril Allen, born a Detroiter in 1929 to Sadie (Maklouf) of Trablos and Minum Allen of Zahle; a CYO football champion and (in his mind at least) sandlot hall of fame third baseman; a Korean War Veteran; for 59 years, the faithful husband to the only woman he ever loved (the girl next-door and his eighth grade crush); the father...Redistricting: What is it and why it matters
May 29th, 20210 By Hayg Oshagan What is it? Every 10 years, every state redraws all of its district election maps. For Michigan, that’s 110 House district maps, 38 Senate district maps and 13 U.S. Congressional district maps. Once these are drawn, you elect your Michigan House, Michigan Senate and U.S. Congressional representatives based on...Dearborn high school students can participate in a free summer program at the Michael Berry Career Center
May 28th, 20210 DEARBORN — High school students enrolled in Dearborn Public Schools have an opportunity to get a head start on their career goals with a free summer program. The Michael Berry Career Center (MBCC) will be offering courses during its free summer program that will help students explore career-oriented classes, earn high school credit...Dearborn’s Ford Woods community pool to reopen Memorial Day weekend
May 27th, 20210 DEARBORN — With summer temperatures in full swing and COVID-19 cases on the steady decline, the city of Dearborn is starting to reopen its community pools. On Saturday, May 29, the Ford Woods community pool will reopen. The Ford Woods pool will be open from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Until June 18 the pool...Dearborn Public Schools to offer a final COVID vaccination clinic
May 27th, 20210 DEARBORN — Dearborn Public Schools is offering students, parents and community members a final shot to get their COVID-19 vaccines. With the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center finishing its vaccine clinic this week, Dearborn Public Schools will be offering the Pfizer vaccine at Bryant Middle School on Wednesday, June 2 from...Dearborn Heights names Officer and Firefighter of the Year
May 27th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — In a recent social media post, the Dearborn Heights’ Rotary Club named its Dearborn Heights Officer and Firefighter of the Year. Firefighter John McLeay was selected as Dearborn Heights’ Firefighter of the Year. McLeay, who has been with the department for six years, said he is humbled and...Dearborn man faces felony charges after stomping bird to death at Allen Park pet store
May 27th, 20210 ALLEN PARK — A 22-year-old Dearborn man has been charged with third-degree animal killing after striking and stomping a bird to death at a pet store. Ali Chehade was charged in Wayne County with third-degree animal killing, a felony punishable by up to four years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000. Chehade is accused of...Nancy Bryer puts her name in the hat for a seat on the Dearborn Heights City Council
May 27th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Having thought of running for City Council the previous two elections, resident Nancy Bryer has decided now is her time. Bryer, who earned an associate degree in criminal justice from Washington State University, has been president of the South Dearborn Heights Civic Association for four years. “I am running...Dearborn Heights Community Cultural Relations Commission starts “Hate Has No Home Here” campaign
May 27th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — In response to recent hate crimes in the community, the Dearborn Heights Community Cultural Relations Commission has launched a no hate campaign. The commission is selling yard signs for $15 each that say, “Hate Has No Home in Dearborn Heights” and is offering a second option for other communities that says,...Rashida Tlaib to host virtual town hall with the IRS and FEMA
May 26th, 20210 LANSING — U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) is inviting residents in the 13th District that she represents to a virtual town hall with special guests to help answer the community's questions. Joining Tlaib will be Liaison Kate Hunyady from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Region 5 External Affairs Specialist Dan Shulman and...Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine protects children as young as 12
May 26th, 20210 DEARBORN — Moderna has said that its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12, making its vaccine the second option for that age group in the U.S. Moderna also said that it will submit its teen data to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other global regulators early next month. In its research, Moderna...Dearborn Public Library to host program about the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission
May 26th, 20210 DEARBORN — The Dearborn Public Library is hosting a virtual program about the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (MICRC). The event will take place on Wednesday, June 2 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. In 2018, Michigan voters approved the creation of the MICRC, whose mission is to lead Michigan’s redistricting process...D7 School District issues stranger danger alert
May 26th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — In a letter posted to social media and shared with parents, D7 Superintendent Jennifer Mast issued a “stranger danger” alert. The alert said that a student from Annapolis High School was approached twice by the same unknown man when walking to pick up her sibling at Polk Elementary School. Both......
Whitmer appoints Jaleelah Ahmed, Amal Berry to Mid East affairs commission
May 26th, 20210 LANSING — On Wednesday, Governor Whitmer announced five appointments to the Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs. Of the five, three are reappointments and two are new appointees, namely Hamtramck Public Schools Superintendent Jaleelah Ahmed of Dearborn Heights and Dearborn’s Amal Berry, senior manager of global...Up to $10,000 in down payment assistance available to new MI homebuyers
May 25th, 20217 LANSING — A new program in Michigan seeks to make homeownership more accessible for millennials and working families by providing some help with down payments. The MI 10K DPA program offers homebuyers in certain zip codes across the state – including several in Wayne County – up to $10,000 in down payment assistance, funds that...Pro-Palestinian protest in Detroit draws 1,000 people
May 25th, 20210 DETROIT — Dearborn resident Zeina Sobh organized a Pro-Palestinian protest with local activists held at 1 p.m., drawing a crowd of some 1,000 people. The crowd gathered for a rally in front of the Spirit of Detroit landmark on Woodward Ave. and E. Jefferson Ave. See Full Story ...March for Palestine’s liberation in Ann Arbor, May 22
May 25th, 20210 VIDEO: Some 3,000 people (according to Ann Arbor police) gathered in front of Ann Arbor City Hall and walked through downtown Ann Arbor in solidarity with Palestinian victims of devastating Israeli airstrikes, and against Israel's occupation of Palestine. Video: Rasha Almulaiki/The Arab American News......
Tom Wencel running for re-election to Dearborn Heights City Council
May 25th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Coming off of his first term on City Council, Councilman Tom Wencel has decided his job is not done and is running for re-election. “I decided to run for re-election because during my first term on the City Council we have made such tremendous advancements for the residents of Dearborn Heights, and we’re just...Some 700 protesters rally and march on Sunday, March 23 at Warren City Hall
May 25th, 20210 WARREN — Some 700 protesters rally and march on Sunday, March 23 at Warren City Hall, emphatically demanding local, state and national officials to hold themselves accountable for ending U.S. support for the Israeli apartheid against Palestinians. The event is joined in support by Warren City Council officials, members of Jewish......
Dearborn city clerk accepting absent voter ballot applications
May 25th, 20210 DEARBORN — The city clerk’s office is now accepting absent voter ballot applications for the 2021 municipal primary and general elections. The clerk’s office mailed the applications on May 18. Clerk George Darany said that more than 14,000 absent voter (AV) ballot applications were mailed so registered voters could request...Public hearing for city budget scheduled for May 26
May 25th, 20210 DEARBORN - The public hearing on the proposed city budget for fiscal year 2022 is set for Wednesday May 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Dearborn Administrative Center (DAC). The public hearing invites the public to comment on the proposed budget, which covers expenditures and revenues for the city from July 1, 2021 until June 30, 2022. The......