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  • West of Wyoming: A handy shortlist of restaurants in Dearborn
    [3 Feb 10, 5:00am] by Metro Times food staff. Al-Ajami 14633 W. Warren, Dearborn; 313-846-9330; $: Al-Ajami is comparable to a slew of other Middle Eastern restaurants in the area, but is much less expensive than most of them. Chef and co-owner Stephan Ajami offers 15…
  • Elder abuse alert: Why Michigan's elderly are more at risk than ever
    [3 Feb 10, 5:00am] by News Hits staff. Whether they're suffering as relatives pilfer money from their Social Security checks or experiencing outright physical beatings, Mary Cay Sengstock knows the state could do more to protect its elderly citizens from abuse and…
  • The Chase comes to an end: More cash for local life-changers
    [3 Feb 10, 5:00am] by Travis R. Wright. Two weeks ago we looked at four metro-Detroit organizations competing for a cool million, thanks to an innovative, Facebook-fueled grant giveaway ("Chasing the buck," Jan. 13). Facebook votes propelled Mosaic Yo…

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  • UNHOLY BLACK MARRIAGE
    [16 Aug 09, 5:00am] Last year during Black History Month I spoke before a group of mostly Black executives in a Detroit church about the role of the media in economic transformation, community activism and helping Black businesses grow. This was before anyone could real…
  • LOCAL HIP HOP ARTIST ORGANIZES MUSIC FESTIVAL
    [14 Aug 09, 5:00am] Detroit hip hop artist and activist Khary WAE Fraizer has a lot on his plate nowadays.  In addition to being the President of the Detroit chapter of the Hip Hop Congress, a busy community advocate and performing with his band General Population, he…
  • JOIN DETROIT RECEIVING HOSPITAL FOR COMMUNITY FUN FEST AT BELLE ISLE
    [14 Aug 09, 5:00am]  Volunteers at the Community Fun Fest help out with visitorsBy Bishop Andre WoodsGalilee Missionary Baptist Church and Interdenominational Assembly of ChurchesCommunity Fun Fest presented by DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, will bring food, fun, heal…

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Detroit Funk (Photography)

  • Ice House
    [7 Feb 10, 2:42pm] Photos of "ice house" artwork on McClellan by www.detroitfunk.com
  • Lafayette Building V
    [6 Feb 10, 5:56pm] Photos of Lafayette Building demolition after north tower facade is pulled in by www.detroitfunk.com
  • Railroad Yard Wall
    [5 Feb 10, 11:48am] Photos of murals on railroad retaining wall in South West Detroit by www.detroitfunk.com
  • Bridge Paint
    [4 Feb 10, 9:25am] Photos of graffiti under railroad overpass in South West Detroit by www.detroitfunk.com
  • Pershing Street Wall
    [1 Feb 10, 3:59pm] Photos of Pershing Street Wall graffiti by www.detroitfunk.com

Motor City Blog

  • Untitled
    [9 Feb 10, 1:30am] Wild Bill Ketelhut provides the "blog" to this anti-blogHe has a radio program on WXOU out of Oakland UniversityWild At Heart If you are getting out on Tuesday thru Wednesday in the Detroit area, be careful due to this warning: SNOW WILL SP…
  • Tall Kiwi Chicks say "Get to the Satin Peaches show this Friday!!" @ Lager House
    [8 Feb 10, 9:24pm] So our Tall Kiwi Chicks from the NZwill be heading to Lager House this coming Friday nightto get in a little Satin Peaches prior to leaving on mission for a few weeks The Satin Peaches are taking a break from recording to test some of their new and…
  • Tom Blaser y sus Amigos @ the Hard Rock Cafe - Detroit THIS THURSDAY - 2.11.10
    [8 Feb 10, 7:30pm] LIVE! ~ Tom Blaser y sus Amigos ~ LIVE!Charity Event to benefit Wyclef Jean's organization, Yéle Haiti.Cash donations will be accepted at the door.Also, if you prefer, you can have your server or tender of the bar add a donation to your guest c…

D-Townie

  • Exclusive DJ Butter interview!
    [24 Jul 09, 3:22pm] Dear readers,Today I am more than pleased to announce that a big name on the Detroit scene kindly accepted my interview. This excellent artist happens to be Barry Yett aka DJ Butter who is notorious for his numerous mixtapes and collaborations on th…
  • Exclusive interview with Detroit underground emcee Big A!
    [9 Jul 09, 7:22am] Who is Big A? Big A is a Detroit underground emcee of Lebanese origins. Deeply rooted into Detroit City, the emcee stays true to his Lebanese heritage. Listen to his say!Big A interview questions1.What motivated you most to get involved into the ra…
  • Eminem/ Beautiful video review
    [3 Jul 09, 10:03am] Global rating of the product:4 starsAny writer who would pendown articles about Marshall Mathers without mentioning his hometown or the Detroit hip hop scene would be in the wrong. Eminem is deeply rooted into Detroit. In his brand new video release…

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  • Riddle jury ends deliberations for the day
    [8 Feb 10, 11:22pm] Detroit -- Jurors in Sam Riddle's political corruption trial went home for the day Monday after a little more than two hours of deliberation and are to return to the courthouse at 9 a.m. Tuesday.
  • Detroit Ice House draws crowds
    [8 Feb 10, 6:52pm] For the uninitiated, the Ice House at 3920 McClellan on the city's east side might have seemed like the Mid-Atlantic storm made its way to Michigan. The project, by photographer Gregory Holm and architect Matthew Radune, of Brooklyn, N.Y., e…
  • Targets guessed FBI was listening
    [8 Feb 10, 6:47pm] Sam Riddle's trial, expected to go to the jury today, showed how closely the FBI was watching and listening, photographing and recording during much of the time Kwame Kilpatrick was mayor and how Riddle and others suspected they were watchin…

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Flint Area News

  • City of Flint looking to lease out operation of three golf courses
    [9 Feb 10, 2:34am] City Administrator Gregory Eason said the city wants to release requests for proposals for running the Kearsley, Mott Park and Pierce Park golf courses within the next week or so following an outcry from some residents and city officials about closin…
  • Woman, 25, killed in afternoon Thetford Township crash
    [9 Feb 10, 1:55am] THETFORD TOWNSHIP, Michigan — A 25-year-old woman died in the one-car accident that occurred at about 1:30 p.m. today, said Genesee County Sheriff's Department Capt. Terrence Green.
  • $3,500 stolen from Harrison Street business
    [9 Feb 10, 1:19am] FLINT, Michigan — A 25-year-old woman told police that $3,500 was stolen from her business on the 600 block of Harrison Street at 6:20 p.m. Thursday, according to police reports.

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Canton Local News

  • Around Canton
    [7 Feb 10, 11:04am] “Around Canton” is designed to announce upcoming events taking place in the community. Items will run on a space-available basis. Send details to bkadrich@hometownlife.com
  • Jailhouse rocks: Expansion project results in safer, roomier lockup
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] Jail overcrowding conditions that potentially threatened the safety of Canton police officers and prisoners have been alleviated by a $450,000 cell block expansion nearing completion.A jail that once accommodated only 32 people can now house 58 pris…
  • Canton locals differ on Granholm's speech
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] Gov. Jennifer Granholm called for diversifying Michigan's economy to create new jobs during her last State of the State address Wednesday night — a move that brought hope to an unemployed Canton autoworker, but left some local officials saying…

Farmington Local News

Garden City Local News

  • Maplewood, City Hall to get upgrades
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] The State of Michigan has awarded Garden City more than $100,000 in grant money to improve the energy efficiency of two key public buildings — Maplewood Community Center and City Hall.
  • Officials have mixed views of Granholm's state speech
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] Garden City School Superintendent Michelle Cline is waiting to see when it comes to Gov. Jennifer Granholm's State of the State address. She's concerned about what's “not in the statements that people in leadership positions at the s…
  • Fire service gets new emergency equipment
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] Heart patients in Garden City can breathe easier thanks to an $81,000 U.S. Department of Homeland Security grant.

Livonia Local News

  • Winter storm watch issued
    [8 Feb 10, 2:40pm] Livonia residents can get updates on the winter storm watch on Tuesday by checking the Observer Web site at www.hometownlife.com.

Redford Local News

  • Local skaters take first place in Prague
    [7 Feb 10, 11:10am] Two Redford teens were confident last weekend when they and other members of the Crystallettes Synchronized Skating Club competed against teams from five other countries at Prague Cup 2010 in the Czech Republic.
  • Redford Union High students celebrate Queen of Hearts
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] Redford Union High School celebrated school spirit with its annual Queen of Hearts assembly Friday. The event is a prelude to the Winter Queen of Hearts Dance, which was to be held Saturday. Fun is the main event at the assembly with a student/staff…
  • Property values plunge across township
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] Early estimates indicate property values in Redford fell more drastically than expected last year, according to township officials — something that will translate into less revenue and a likely cut in services.

Rochester Local News

  • Pill Splitting: When it's safe, and when it isn't
    [7 Jan 10, 5:00am] Dear Savvy Senior,Is pill splitting safe? I have several friends who split their prescription pills to save money, and several who don't because they don't think it's safe. What can you tell me?Split DecisionDear Decision,Splitting…
  • What you should know about herbal supplements
    [7 Jan 10, 5:00am] Dear Savvy SeniorWhat can you tell me about herbal supplements? Which ones really work and are they safe for seniors?Health-Conscious HalDear Hal,Herbal supplements have become increasingly popular over the past few years, as millions of seniors…

Southfield Local News

  • Capuchins host annual fund-raiser
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] SOUTHFIELD - The Solanus Casey Center, a Capuchin ministry, will be hosting its sixth annual auction, food and wine event from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, at the St. George Romanian Orthodox Cathedral cultural center, 18405 W. Nine Mile Road, So…
  • Southfield school closings vote coming Tuesday
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] SOUTHFIELD - Board of Education members in the Southfield school district will vote Tuesday night on a proposal to close two elementary schools, and to merge a third elementary with a middle school. The closures are being prompted by declining enroll…
  • Fire hall stairway sparks concern
    [7 Feb 10, 5:00am] Berkley — NOW USED FOR OFFICES AND FOR STORAGE, THE HISTORIC BERKLEY FIRE HALL COULD ONE DAY BE IMPROVED TO OFFER MORE OFFICES AND A COUNCIL MEETING CHAMBER, AND COULD BE USED FURTHER BY THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

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