Photo by Sue Suchtya Emergency workers assess the scene outside of Dearborn Fire Station No. 1, 3750 Greenfield, after the building was struck by a vehicle about 7:30 p.m. May 20. No one inside the building was injured but the driver of the vehicle was taken to Oakwood Hospital-Dearborn where he was listed in temporary critical condition. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — Fire Station No. 1, 3750 Greenfield, is in need of repairs after being struck by a car May 20. Police Sgt. Stephen White said that about … [Read more...] about Car crashes into fire station
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Honoring heroes
Photos courtesy of the city of Taylor Volunteer Pat Kucharek explains to students from Taylor Parks Elementary School some of the items on display at the Taylor Veterans Museum. The second-grade classes spent much of May 16 at the city's municipal complex and enjoyed tours of city hall and the police and fire stations. … [Read more...] about Honoring heroes
HFC unveils new name, branding
Photo by Bob Oliver Henry Ford College President Stan Jensen unveils the new "Future Driven" branding for the college during the 75th Anniversary Gala held inside the Ford Motor Co. Conference and Events Center May 10. The college also officially introduced its new name to the public at the event. The school had been known as Henry Ford Community College since 1952. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — Administrators at Henry Ford Community College kicked off the institution's next 75 years by doing something they … [Read more...] about HFC unveils new name, branding
Ceremony thanks veterans
Photos courtesy of the city of Taylor Spanning the generations with a common bond, veterans from across the years and wars gathered May 10 in tribute to Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The annual event sponsored by the Taylor Veterans Museum Committee was held at the Cameron Priebe Plaza in front of city hall, and paid special tribute to Vietnam-era veterans in recognition of the 50th anniversary of U.S. involvement. Nearly 300 visitors attended the ceremony, which presented special medals and certificates to Vietnam veterans. … [Read more...] about Ceremony thanks veterans
DPD may face suit claiming excessive force used
Photo by Bob Oliver Attorneys Cyril Hall (third from left) and Amir Makled (fourth from left) discuss the upcoming lawsuit they plan to file in federal court against the Dearborn Police Department for a December incident involving Ali Beydoun (right). Michigan United Northern Borders Coordinator Zena Ozeir (left) and Council on American-Islamic Relations Executive Director Dawud Walid also spoke at the conference in Hall's office Thursday. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — Attorneys Cyril Hall and Amir Makled are … [Read more...] about DPD may face suit claiming excessive force used
‘Art’ of auto design puts sculpted work on display
Cars of tomorrow today Photo by James Mitchell Student Linda Dzurka (left) answers visitor questions about her clay concept car on display at "Art in Action," Thursday's preview of work by prospective sculptors from the Michigan Institute of Automotive Design and Sculpting. By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE — A glimpse at the future of auto design was seen last week in the showroom of Michigan Vehicle Solutions, 16600 Fort St. Visitors enjoyed snacks, the sounds of jazz and the sights of clay sculptures … [Read more...] about ‘Art’ of auto design puts sculpted work on display
Artists lose work in fire that destroyed businesses
Photo by Bob Oliver The outside walls and rubble are all that remains of Howells Bar and Grill after a fire April 25. The fire also damaged the main water line into the building, causing city employees to have to pump several feet of water out of the basement. Neighboring businesses Sophia's Giftique and Village Barbers & Co. also were destroyed or damaged in the blaze. The Dearborn Fire Department is investigating the cause of the blaze. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — Three west end businesses were damaged by … [Read more...] about Artists lose work in fire that destroyed businesses
‘Play ball!’ in Taylor
It was "play ball" time April 26 for the four Little League districts of Taylor as opening day was celebrated with a parade, ceremonies and a full days' worth of games. Above, Muddy the Mud Hen, mascot of Detroit Tigers' Triple-A affiliate Toledo Mud Hens, throws out the ceremonial first pitch at the Taylor North Center opening day game. Below, Opening remarks at the Taylor South game came courtesy of Orland King, a veteran umpire from Ohio who has visited the city every summer for more than 30 years to officiate at Junior League … [Read more...] about ‘Play ball!’ in Taylor
Fire destroys longtime business Howells Bar & Grill
Photo by Ian Kushnir Once deemed the “Great Grandpappy” of west Dearborn, fire destroyed longtime business Howells Bar & Grill, 1035 Mason St. Friday night. Dearborn Fire Chief Joseph Murray said the building was a total loss. Boards replaced windows as of noon Saturday. No one was injured in the blaze. The cause of the fire is under investigation … [Read more...] about Fire destroys longtime business Howells Bar & Grill
Postal workers protest
Photo by Bob Oliver Members of the American Postal Workers Union-Detroit District Area Local, APWU Locals 480 and 481, National Association of Letter Carriers and other local unions protest Thursday in front of Staples, 23131 Michigan Ave. The protest was in response to the U.S. Postal Service announcing that it is planning to expand its pilot program that placed postal counters inside about 80 Staples stores nationwide beginning last fall to include hundreds of locations. The counters are run by Staples employees and not USPS … [Read more...] about Postal workers protest