By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – The Wall That Heals, a Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica and mobile education center, will be at Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road, from 2 p.m. Aug. 12 to 2 p.m. Aug. 16. The visit coincides with the Junior League World Series, so Heritage Park will experience a high volume of visitors. The Wall That Heals is the official three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, providing an emotional and cathartic experience for veterans, their families and the community at … [Read more...] about Vietnam Veterans Memorial ‘The Wall That Heals’ replica coming to Taylor
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Southgate Veterans Library cancels, then reinstates third annual Pride event
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – A third annual Pride event scheduled for 2 p.m. June 13 at Southgate Veterans Memorial Library was canceled, then reinstated two days before the event was scheduled to take place. Joanna Whaley, a member of the LGBTQ+ community who is a Democrat running for the 2nd District state House seat, said June 11 that the Library Network stepped in and provided the funding needed to host the third annual Southgate Pride event, which will celebrate Pride and feature crafts, glitter henna and … [Read more...] about Southgate Veterans Library cancels, then reinstates third annual Pride event
Players Guild of Dearborn announces 99th season
The Players Guild of Dearborn will sponsor a five-show 99th season, which includes three musicals and two comedies: “Disaster!” “The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon,” “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown,” “Noises Off” and “Little Shop of Horrors.” The summer youth productions (which are not part of the season) include a pre-teen performance of “Newsies Jr.” June 26 and 27, followed by an older youth production of the teen version of “Chicago” July 23 to 26. The season begins with the musical “Disaster!” by … [Read more...] about Players Guild of Dearborn announces 99th season
Allen Park Planning Commission and City Council deter data center
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – City officials approved measures to block a proposed data center for at least six months during the June 4 Planning Commission meeting and the June 9 City Council meeting. The Planning Commission rescinded its previous motion to approve a preliminary site plan for Solstice Data’s proposed data center at 7500 Enterprise Drive south of I-94, which is near Melvindale High School, residential neighborhoods, Inter-City Baptist Church and Maple Heights Senior Living … [Read more...] about Allen Park Planning Commission and City Council deter data center
Dearborn offers new program for residents to drop off retired American flags
Partnership with Stars For Our Troops offers a new purpose DEARBORN — The city recently installed an official U.S. flag retirement box at the east entrance of the Dearborn Administrative Center, 16901 Michigan Ave. In partnership with Stars For Our Troops, a volunteer organization dedicated to giving retired American flags a renewed purpose, the box allows residents to properly retire faded, torn, or worn American flags in accordance with the U.S. Flag Code. Once the collection box is full, the flags are then donated to Stars … [Read more...] about Dearborn offers new program for residents to drop off retired American flags
Trains and more: ‘All Aboard Adventure’ at THF offers fun for all
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Whether one yearned to ride the rails or get behind the wheel of a large piece of industrial equipment, “All Aboard Adventure in Greenfield Village” offered vicarious fun for all. With the cancelation of a visit from Thomas the Tank Engine, The Henry Ford developed an alternative train experience to appeal to all ages. A steam locomotive and diesel train circled Greenfield Village May 16, offering unlimited rides from the Smith Creek Station on the north side of the … [Read more...] about Trains and more: ‘All Aboard Adventure’ at THF offers fun for all
Martina McBride, Chance the Rapper to headline Dearborn Homecoming Festival 2026
Full musical lineup announced for annual festival DEARBORN – Martina McBride and Chance the Rapper will headline this year’s Homecoming, as the city announced the festival entertainment lineup. Now in its 45th year, the annual festival will take place Aug. 7 to 9 at Ford Field Park, 22051 Cherry Hill Road. Country icon Martina McBride will perform at 8:45 p.m. Aug. 8, and Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist Chance the Rapper will perform at 8:45 p.m. Aug. 9. The festival lineup also features country … [Read more...] about Martina McBride, Chance the Rapper to headline Dearborn Homecoming Festival 2026
Retiring Melvindale school crossing guard honored
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Retiring school crossing guard Adrienne Diehl was honored at the May 20 City Council meeting for 15 years of dedicated service and helping ensure that students arrive safely at school. She was thanked for her tireless dedication during early mornings in freezing cold temperatures, rainstorms and unpredictable Michigan weather. Diehl was praised for her professionalism and alertness, which was accompanied by a smile while she protected children. She was praised for … [Read more...] about Retiring Melvindale school crossing guard honored
Lincoln Park celebrates Memorial Day with parade and ceremony
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – Fire trucks, floats and parade participants created a patriotic, festive atmosphere on Fort Street May 17, followed by a meaningful Memorial Day remembrance service at Memorial Park. Parade participants threw generous amounts of candy to the children lining the route, while Shriners entertained in miniature cars and first responders wailed vehicle sirens and flashed red and blue lights. Parade participants included Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 552 and American … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park celebrates Memorial Day with parade and ceremony
Dearborn marks milestone with 100th Memorial Day Parade
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – The city honored its fallen military members May 25 with its 100th Memorial Day Parade, followed by a remembrance service at Veterans Plaza at Henry Ford Centennial Library. The parade began at 9:30 a.m. with Ian Kushnir playing the bagpipes and a solemn horse drawn funeral caisson. The main parade began at 10 a.m., with Dearborn Historical Museum Curator Jack Tate driving one of the museum’s Ford Model T cars with Mayor Abdullah Hammoud and Rosie the Riveter Annie … [Read more...] about Dearborn marks milestone with 100th Memorial Day Parade