DEARBORN, Mich. – The City of Dearborn is observing the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001 in two important ways: by promoting the National Moment of Remembrance at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11 and by partnering with The Henry Ford and the Dearborn Area Ministerial Association (DAMA) for a public Remembrance and Unity Ceremony at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2011
Pew Poll Quantifies the Radical Muslim Minority in U.S.
Four weeks after the Abu Dhabi Gallup Center released its study of Muslim Americans (IW analysis here), the Pew Research Center followed suit by publishing a survey (PDF here) of far greater value due to its broader range of topics, more direct questioning, and extensive demographic cross tabs. Though the media, like Pew, have emphasized the mainstream … [Read more...]
Nexcess Web Hosting Makes the 2011 Inc. 5000
DEARBORN, Michigan - Nexcess, an eCommerce hosting company with facilities in Dearborn, Michigan, has announced their inclusion in the 2011 Inc. 5000 list for a second straight year. The Michigan web hosting company placed #1297 overall, and #44 in Inc.'s category for telecommunications companies. "We're very excited to have made the Inc. 5000 list once … [Read more...]
Grosse Pointe Farms Resident Moves to Dearborn
DEARBORN, Michigan – For years, Betty Swanson, a 65-year resident of Grosse Pointe Farms, had heard there was a difference between “Eastsiders” and “Westsiders” in metropolitan Detroit. Since 1946, Swanson lived in three different houses in the beautiful suburban community of Grosse Pointe Farms, along the shores of Lake St. Clair, where she raised her … [Read more...]
Darany Pleads for Unity and Diversity
LANSING, Michigan – State Representative George T. Darany (D-Dearborn) said in a recent press release that "attempts from outsiders to mislead and create fear surrounding the Arab-American community in Dearborn will not be tolerated". "There is no doubt that diversity has played a strong role in the history of our country," Darany said. "Our … [Read more...]
Rotary Club Seeks Golfers For Hugh Archer Golf Outing
DEARBORN, Michigan – The Dearborn Rotary Club is seeking golfers and sponsors for the sixth annual Hugh Archer Golf Outing and Banquet at Dearborn Hills Golf Course on Thursday, September 15, 2011. The outing helps to raise funds for the Hugh Archer Memorial Scholarship, named in memory of the longtime Rotarian and Dearborn resident who passed away in 2005 … [Read more...]
Innovative Is Creating 150 Jobs Near Dearborn
ALLEN PARK, MI – Innovative Teleservices, headquartered in Port Huron, Michigan, is expanding its operations with a second office scheduled to open in September at 1000 Republic Drive in Allen Park, centrally located near I-94 and the Southfield Freeway. Open interviews to hire 150 full-time telemarketers will be held from 9 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 5 … [Read more...]
Federal Funds Allocated For New Dearborn Train Station
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On August 19, 2011, U.S. Congressman John D. Dingell commended the Federal Railroad Administration for obligating $28,204,450 in investment funding to the Michigan Department of Transportation for the building of a new Dearborn train station. This funding will allow the City of Dearborn to consolidate its two passenger rail stations into a … [Read more...]
Pure Michigan Breakfast at the Dearborn Inn – Sept. 21
DEARBORN, MI - A panel of tourism experts will discuss the valuable partnerships created and economic impact of the Pure Michigan campaign at the Dearborn Chamber of Commerce’s Business Builders Breakfast, Wednesday, September 21, 7:30 am, at the Dearborn Inn, A Marriott Hotel. The event is sponsored by Oakwood Healthcare System. The panel includes … [Read more...]
Dearborn Symphony Begins 50th Season
DEARBORN, MI - Ode to Joy! The Dearborn Symphony Golden Anniversay season opens with an inspiring concert. Copland's stirring Fanfare for the Common Man and Beethoven's bright and dynamic Fidelio Overture provide a forceful prelude to Beethoven's magnificent 9th Symphony. His triumphant celebration of the human spirit features the timeless melody Ode to … [Read more...]