DEARBORN — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel appointed Dearborn Public Schools Trustee Fadwa Hammoud as the state’s new solicitor general Jan. 14. Hammoud, the nation’s first Arab-American solicitor general, will take the lead on criminal cases against state officials over the Flint water crisis. Special Prosecutor Todd Flood, who was appointed three years ago by former Attorney General Bill Schuette, now reports to Hammoud. “Attorney General Dana Nessel asked me to serve,” said Hammoud, a former lead attorney in the Wayne … [Read more...] about AG Nessel appoints Trustee Fadwa Hammoud solicitor general
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Wrong-way driver who killed Abbas family had .306 BAC
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A toxicology report completed by the Fayette County Coroner’s Office confirmed that the wrong-way driver who crashed into the Abbas family had a blood alcohol level almost four times the legal limit in Kentucky. A report released Jan. 16 by the coroner’s office said that Joey Bailey, 41, of Georgetown, Kentucky had a blood alcohol level of .306 while driving in a state that has a legal limit of .08. Bailey was driving the wrong way on northbound I-75 in a pickup truck when he … [Read more...] about Wrong-way driver who killed Abbas family had .306 BAC
Detroit Kid City opens Dearborn location
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A regional indoor playground and children’s birthday party company opened a location in Dearborn Dec. 29. Detroit Kid City opened at 22950 Michigan Ave. with an indoor playground inspired by the city of Detroit. Included at the mini-city is an automotive factory, arts and crafts center, a bank, barber shop, firehouse, football field, a Hitsville recording studio, grocery store, pizzeria, school house, garden, mailboxes to deliver mail along with costumes and props at … [Read more...] about Detroit Kid City opens Dearborn location
Nowlin Powder Horn returned to Dearborn after 67 years
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A colonial-era artifact that became part of Dearborn’s history was returned to its home Jan. 15 after being stolen almost 67 years ago. The 261-year-old Nowlin Powder Horn — stolen in 1952, a day before it was scheduled to go on display in the Commandant’s Quarters — was tracked down after an investigation by the FBI and Dearborn Police Department begun in 2017. The powder horn was made from an ox horn on June 30, 1757, for Lt. Abel Pruned at Fort No. 4 in Charleston, New … [Read more...] about Nowlin Powder Horn returned to Dearborn after 67 years
Baydoun sworn in as 13th District Wayne County commissioner
Sam Baydoun (D-Dearborn) was sworn in as the 13th District Wayne County Commission representative Jan. 8, during the commission’s organizational meeting for its 2019-20 session. Baydoun — whose district represents Dearborn and Allen Park — was elected to a two-year commission term during the Nov. 6 general election. He received the oath of office from his daughter, Liliana Baydoun. During the meeting, Baydoun issued a memorial statement for the members of the Abbas family of Northville, killed Jan. 6 during a tragic traffic … [Read more...] about Baydoun sworn in as 13th District Wayne County commissioner
Boundaries, dating seminar scheduled for Christian singles
DEARBORN – Boundaries and dating for Christian singles is the topic of an upcoming Singles Outreach and Renewal program, from 7 to 9 p.m. Jan. 18 at First Presbyterian Church of Dearborn, 600 N. Brady. The free program requires no prework, and coffee, tea and snacks will be available, with afterglow details announced at the event. The seminar addresses the frustration of adult Christians who want to understand how the boundaries of dating have changed since their teenage years, and how to open themselves up to dating with … [Read more...] about Boundaries, dating seminar scheduled for Christian singles
Tickets on sale for Feb. 2 Daddy-Daughter Dances
DEARBORN – Girls ages 12 and under and their fathers are invited to attend the Dearborn Recreation & Parks Department’s Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance Feb. 2 at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave. The department will host two dances, the first from 3 to 5 p.m. and the second from 6 to 8 p.m. This year’s theme is “This is the Greatest Show,” and participants are encouraged to dress for the circus-themed occasion. Both dances will feature music, pizza, beverages, cotton candy and keepsakes for … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale for Feb. 2 Daddy-Daughter Dances
2018 is record year for FAMD
DEARBORN — During a busy 25th anniversary year when Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit opened the MaryAnn Wright Animal Adoption & Education Center, the organization also saw a record number of dog and cat adoptions: 1,984. That was 69 more than the previous year’s record high of 1,915. The last adoption of 2018,on New Year’s Eve, was a cat named Bubly. He was extremely shy so the family who adopted him spent all day making him comfortable with the idea of going home with them. Once settled, he made the move to his new home … [Read more...] about 2018 is record year for FAMD
Dearborn cat found in Tampa 2 months after disappearance
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A Dearborn family is relieved that their cat, Daisy-duck Bandit Sanborn, is back home in Michigan from Tampa after he went missing just before Halloween. Judy Sanborn, owner of Bandit, posted on Facebook that her cat arrived at the airport on Jan. 10 with the help of a fundraiser and three “angels,” as she called them. “Thanks to these THREE ANGELS! Stephanie Baker of Blue Pearl Vet in Tampa. Stephanie Nay of bamboopetsitting.com Tampa. Dossie Marrone wife of a Delta pilot … [Read more...] about Dearborn cat found in Tampa 2 months after disappearance
DACC announces 2019 Chamber Choice Award recipients
Dearborn — The Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce will host its Chamber Choice Awards & Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 15 at the Henry Hotel. Tickets are $50 for chamber members, and $65 for non-members. Space is limited. To register or to view sponsorship opportunities, go to www.DearbornAreaChamber.org or call 313-584-6100. Five individuals as well as 80 organizations celebrating milestone anniversaries will be honored at the event. Business Expo showcasing over 40 metropolitan Detroit area businesses will take place … [Read more...] about DACC announces 2019 Chamber Choice Award recipients