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Salem High School Principal After two decades in office, Canton Township Supervisor Tom Yack will Jerry Ostoin, who has been not seek re-election in the fall. recovering at home from a stroke he suffered Nov. 10, has announced he is stepping down to focus his attention on reha• bilitation. "It was his decision to retire at this time and work toward regaining his health Big shoes to fil and spending time with his family and friends and enjoy retirement," said his wife, Jan Ostoin. "He's currently walking with a quad cane and undergo• Tom Yack to step down after ing home therapy. Our goal is PHOTOS BY BILL BRESLER STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER just to get him better and do all two decades as supervisor the things on our plan." Carol Pooie enters the court before jury selection on Monday. Ostoin, 64, began his career BY TIFFANY L PARKS with Plymouth-Canton Schools STAFF WRITER A CAREER OF PUBLIC in 197* as an area coordinator for the Plymouth-Salem Rocks, Tom Yack is ready to leave SERVICE and was appointed principal in the third floor of the admin• Lawyer: Poole lost her'mental Tom Yack has been a public 1986. istration building; servant for nearly 40 years. Ostoin actually retired two The township's longest years ago, but remained princi• serving supervisorhas Here are some of the positions pal at Salem by participating in announced that he's not seek• he has served in during that the emeritus program, which grip' and to ing re-election in November. career: allowed for the district to save Yack, 61, is in his fifth • Supervisor of Canton money by hiring him as a con• BY TIFFANY L PARKS that Poole, a 42-year-old term and said he didn't have Township, 1988 to 2008 tract employee. Superintendent STAFF WRITER management recruiter, is to wrestle with making the • Board member. Canton guilty of felony murder, Jim Ryan said the plan was for decision to spend more time Public Library, 1986-88 Ostoin to be principal at Salem It's not logical, Mark first-degree child abuse and with his wife, Barbara, and through December 2009- Satawa said in his opening involuntary manslaughter. their family. • President, treasurer, "Jerry was a rock at Salem," argument Tuesday. In addition to bringing forth "I love what I do, no ques• Plymouth-Canton Community Ryan said. "He means the "It just doesn't make doctors and employees of the tion, but I'm looking for a Schools Board of Education, world to us in Plymouth- sense," the defense attorney day care Allison attended, little slower pace," he said, 1974-85 Canton because of his loyalty told a Wayne County Circuit Dorsey plans to have jurors adding that as supervisor he • Teacher, learning consul• and his love for students and Court jury. Carol Poole visit the upscale, two-story usually has commitments in tant, and curriculum coordina• could see the "light at the Canton home Poole shared staff. the evening and on weekends. tor, Wayne-Westland Schools, "Nobody gave a better gradu• end of the tunnel" in one day with her husband, Alan. Credited with ushering in ation speech than Jerry when adopting her foster daughter Although he maintained the township's commercial 1969-88 he would raise his fist and say so there is no way she would that Allison's injuries were and upscale housing boom, *You can go forward with con• have assaulted her, he said. the result of child abuse, the former Plymouth-Canton said although he plans to fidence that you are a gradu- - The murder trial of the Dorsey admitted that he school board president was travel, he will still be involved ate of Plymouth Salem High Canton woman accused of isn't going to call any wit• first elected in 1988. locally by diving into the School and the Plymouth- killing 2-year-old Allison ness who saw Poole abuse He joked that his planned Leadership Canton program Canton Educational Park,"' Newman in September 2006 the toddler, but told the departure of his post may and the Spotlight Players the• said Ryan. "The place would began Tuesday in front of a jurors to use their "common give the impression there was ater group. just roar. He really understood jury of 10 women and four sense and reason" when an agreement between him, "If they will have me, I have the beauty of it." men. deliberating the case. Canton Library Director Jean a paint brush," he said with a Staff members were notified In his opening argument, "You are going to hear Tabor and Plymouth-Canton chuckle. of Ostein's retirement Tuesday, Wayne County Assistant Mrs, Poole did a startling Superintendant Jim Ryan, to Yack, who earns $127,000 with teachers making the Prosecutor Jerry Dorsey thing — she started lying," step down around the same a year, will be tough to announcement to students on IVsaid he will take jurors Dorsey said. time. replace, said Trustee Melissa Wednesday. through a "road map" that Carol Poole feactslo seeing her A father of four and Assistant Principal Patrick leads to the conclusion Please see POOLE, A8 husband in the courtroom. grandfather of two, Yack Please see YACK, A4 Fitzpatrick will remain interim principal for the remainder of the school year. Giuliani alters campaign visit

BY KURT KUBAN Anthony Rugiero, who owns Congressman Thaddeus to attend. polls show Giuliani run• STAFF WRITER the popular eatery, to inform McCotter, which he said "We had a large show of ning fourth in the state, but him the candidate from raised $50,000. But Rugiero interest, but the Rudy team Rugiero isn't deterred by that. Republican presidential New York will be spending has also held fund-raisers for felt they needed to work the He thinks the former mayor candidate Rudy Giuliani's Monday in Florida trying Democrats, including Wayne Florida thing a little more. of New York City would make planned campaign stop at to drum up support for that County Executive Bob Ficano. Winning Florida is really an excellent president and a Canton restaurant was state's primary election. Monday's fund-raiser for important to them," he will defy the odds. temporarily derailed on "His team in New York Giuliani was to cost attend• said. "I like Giuliani. I like the Wednesday. called, and it looks like we ees $1,000 a head, plus the Rugiero said he is working fact that he put his issues out Giuliani was supposed to will have to reschedule," said chance to pay a little more to with the Giuliani campaign there since day one and has attend a campaign fund- . Rugiero, who has been politi• have their photo taken with team to come up with an not flip flopped like some BILL BRESLERI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER raiser this coming Monday cally active for many years. the candidate. Rugiero said alternative date, most likely of the other candidates," he sent out 4,000 invita• Rugiero said. Salem High School Principal Jerry afternoon at Antonio's on Rugiero has held other before Tuesday, which is the Canton Center, but his cam• campaign fund-raisers, tions for the event, and was date of Michigan's presiden• "I think he would do a good Ostoin won't return to work following expecting about 300 people tial primary election. Recent the stroke he suffered late last year. paign team called organizer most recently for Livonia job for us."

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Women wanted Kids lock-in bowling fund• moral and scholastic Standards ,46000 Summit Parkway, as the required to be a member in the Saturday Night Dance Series The goal of the Canton raiser program. continues. , Business & Professional Superbowl of Canton is To register contact the This 18 member ensemble, Women (BPW) is to promote partnering with the Canton Superbowl at (734) 459-6070. under the direction of James full participation, equity and Police Department's Explorer For more information on the Blough, performs high-energy economic self-sufficiency for Program to put on an all-night Explorer program or to make versions of popular music for a America's working women. bowling lock-in for kids ages 9- a donation, contact Sergeant variety of dance styles, includ• The group offers: leadership 15. The lock-in is scheduled for Robert Sidor at the Canton ing Latin, tango, fox trot, and development; informative Sunday, Jan. 20, beginning at Police Department, (734) 394- more. They specialize in swing programs; business contacts; midnight and ending at 7 a.m., 5400. music. A cash bar will also be networking opportunities; on Jan. 21, which is a holiday available. mentor relationships; friend• for most schools. Participants Lacrosse fund-raiser Admission is $15 per person ships; community awareness; will not be permitted to leave Plymouth, Canton and or $25 per couple. Tickets can professional growth; politi• the Superbowl until 7 a.m., and Salem boys lacrosse is having a only be purchased at the door. cal advocacy; and a voice on will be supervised by Canton fund-raiser with Pizza Hut on For more information and to national, state and local wom• police officers during the entire Tuesday, Jan. 15 from 4-9 p.m. find out future performance en's issues. event. You must present a coupon dates for the Swing City Big The group will hold its The cost is $20 per person with your order and the teams Band, call (734) 377-7535, next monthly meeting 6-8:30 and includes bowling, shoe will earn 20 percent of all e-mail swingcity_bigband@ p.m., Jan. 14 at Palermo's rental, pizza, and breakfast. sales. You may dine in, carry- yahoo.com or visit www.geoci- Restaurant, 44938 Ford Road", Proceeds will benefit the out, or get delivery. The coupon ties.com/swingcity_bighand. Canton. Canton Police Explorer Unit, can be found on the lacrosse The Village Theater at Cherry Hill is presenting the artworks of Canton Palermo's is located in the which is made up of students Web site at www.pcslacrosse. resident Byron Reed through March 2. Reed, 73, grew up on the lower com. Pizza Hut is located strip mall behind Murray's ages 14-20 who are seri• east side of Detroit. His unique style of painting reflects growing up in an at 1425 Ann Arbor Road, Auto Supply on north side of ously interested in exploring Orchestra Canton energized inner city. Most of Reed's works are recollections from childhood, Plymouth. For more informa• Ford Road, east of Canton a career in law enforcement. Orchestra Canton presents a world with music legends Duke Ellington and Count Baise. Reed, who tion, call (734) 459-2110. Center Road. Dinner will be The program provides serious, the third concert of their 2007- attended the Society of Arts and Crafts, presently known as the Center for served. The guest speaker will realistic exposure of the law 2008 season, under Plymouth Creative Studies, was the art director for WPGR-TV during the 1970s and be Canton Trustee Melissa enforcement career. Explorers Second Saturday Dance Canton Symphony Society later retired from Daimler Chrysler where he continued his love for creating McLaughlin. in the program train bi-weekly series Music Director and Conductor pieces of art. He can be found teaching a drawing class once a week at the For More Information on a wide variety of topics. Nan Washburn, with "Blissful Summit on the Park. He has been on exhibit throughout Detroit, including the please contact June Nicholas at Explorers are taught the pro• Swing City Big Band will be Baroque" on Saturday, Jan. 19, Charles Wright African American Museum. The Byron Reed exhibit, featuring (313) 610-2561 or via cedures used by officers and performing on Saturday, Jan. at 8 p.m. at the Village Theater 39 pieces of artwork, is free and open to the public: Monday-Friday 10 a.m. e-mail at junenicholas@com- learn the basic elements of 12 from 8-11 p.m. in the Maple, at Cherry Hill. to 2 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7-9 p.m. and Sunday 5:30-7:30 p.m. For more cast.net. Please RSVP for this the subject matter, and must Oak and Parkview rooms of With this mid-winter pro• information about this latest exhibit, please call (734) 394-5300 or visit meeting. also maintain the physical, Summit on the Park, located at gram, favorite tunes from the www.canton-mi.org/viilagetheater. beloved 18th century master, . George Fredrick Handel will part of the larger, Canton-wide or attend a public or .private be in abundance. Orchestra commemoration of the birth• school within the Plymouth- Canton will perform his day of Martin Luther King, Jr. Canton school district. popular works, HarmoniousOrchestr a Canton tickets are High school students can Detroit Pistons Youth Blacksmith, largo from$2 hi0s for adults, $18 for seniors, choose either of two topics for opera "Xerxes," Water Music and $10 for children. Tickets their 750-1000 word essay. Suite No. 2 in D and even the may be purchased in person at ffl When you look around the Basketball Clinic Hallelujah Chorus arranged the Summit on the Park, 4600 Canton community, do you see Summit Parkway, or by phone any relevance to Dr. Martin Conducted by especially for the orches• tra. The featured soloist on by calling the Summit at (734) Luther King's dream? Handel's well-known Harp 394-546.0. Tickets may also be • Dr. Martin Luther King Coach Steve Moreland Concerto will be Orchestra purchased using the Village and Mahatma Gandhi both Canton harpist, Maurice Theater's secure online box practiced some forms of civil Saturday, January 26, 2008 Draughn. office at www.orchestracanton. disobedience. In your opinion, org, or at the Village Theater under what conditions is civil Space Limited - Pre Registration Required Guest composer Mary Watkins will also be visiting for box office one hour before each disobedience morally accept• performance. the performance of her Soul of able? Boys & Girls Grades 4-6 Boys & Girls Grades 1-3 Remembrance, the 2nd move• For more information on Middle school students are 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. - Warm-up time 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. - Warm-up time ment of her "Five Movements Orchestra Canton's 4th Season required to write 500-750 please visit www.orchestracan- words on either of two topics: 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. - Basketball Clinic 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. - Basketball Clinic in Color," based oh the Handel Largo. Completing the concert ton.org. • Has Dr. Martin Luther 1:45 to 2:00 p.m.- Coach's Corner 3:45 to 4:00 p.m. - Coach's Corner will be the cantata Jonas from King's dream been realized? MLK essay contest Only $20 per child • Parents bring your cameras 1708 by Elizabeth Jacquet de • If Dr. Martin Luther King la Guerre who was celebrated Express your thoughts about were alive today, what current Each participant receives an Authentic "Piston Basketball" T-Shirt Free master composer and per• Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. issues would he be involved in? • Parents can purchase discounted Pistons tickets & be invited to attend with their children former during her time as a and you could win prizes in an U. S. Savings Bonds will be the pre-game "shoot around" at courtsitie at the Palace of Auburn Hills. court composer of French king, essay contest for middle school awarded to the first, second Louis XV. The cantata was and high school students. and third place finisher in edited, realized and restored The contest is sponsored each age category. The entry several years ago by Washburn. by the Canton Public Library, deadline has been extended to Evangelical Presbyterian SopranoChurch, Baroqu e music spe• Friends of the Canton Public 9 p-m., Jan. 13. For complete cialist Nadine Balbeisi will be Library and the Canton contest guidelines visit www. 40000 Six Mile Road (Just West of Haggerty) on hand to perform this piece. Observer and is open to stu• cantonpl.org/aboutus/cplnews/ kingcomp.pdf. 248-374-5932 The program will also be dents who are Canton residents margy.burkhar t @ wardchurch.org

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BY KURT KUBAN The project would take facilities," he said. major maintenance at some STAFF WRITER place in phases, and stu• "On most efforts, we've of the schools, including role in primary dents would be attend• shown this is a frugal replacing roofs, windows, The Van Buren Public ing the school during the effort. At the same time, boilers and other big BY TONY BRUSCATO AND KURT KUBAN polls, Bennett isn't quite Schools Board of Education project. It is likely that we're not trying to make ticket items that would STAFF WRITERS sure what to expect. appears ready to reach out some students would also this happen on an absolute bring the buildings up to "I wish I knew," she said. to voters again and ask be shipped to Washtenaw shoestring." date. The focus — at least for Bennett's initial hunch them to approve a bond for Community College to If approved, the project The current sinking fund Republicans — is now on was that turnout would a new high school. attend classes during the would take about three and allowed the district to levy Michigan's Jan. 15 primary be sparse considering few At a special board meet• project, according to Supt. a half years to complete, 1.16 mills until 2018 to after the caucuses in Iowa Democrats are on the bal• ing Monday, architect Pete Lazaroff. but Hoppe cautioned it construct the cafeteria and and the primary in New lot, but since the elections in Wayde Hoppe presented Initial plans call for a could take longer because music wings at the high Hampshire. Iowa and New Hampshire, preliminary plans for a modern building featuring of the nature of the con• school, as well as build The battle on the she has changed her mind. new school to be built in two three-story towers. All struction. Edgemont and Rawsonville Republican primary bal• "As the politics of Iowa phases on the site of the the athletic facilities will "There are a lot of fac• elementaries. lot is expected to be and New Hampshire have current Belleville High also be rebuilt. According tors that affect timing. Because of major growth between Arizona Sen. come into play, I think the School. to Hoppe, the project The construction will take in the district, the sink• John McCain, who won interest has really increased If approved at the Jan. would include a total of place in phases, all the ing fund has brought in in New Hampshire, and and more people want to 14 regular board meeting, about 338,000 square feet while kids will be on site," more than the district had native son and former vote," she said. the district will ask vot• of new building space. he said. planned. Massachusetts Gov. Mitt She still thinks most ers to approve a 2.15 mill, The district hasn't had "We don't want our con• The proposal is to ask Romney, who lost in both voters in Canton will cast 30-year bond to pay for much luck in recent years tractors crossing paths voters to reduce the levy Iowa and New Hampshire. Republican ballots, but she the $80 million project convincing voters to with the student body." down to 1.13 mills and use Former Arkansas Gov. Mike is now expecting a fair num• to replace the aging high approve millages for a new Longtime board member it to upgrade other build• Huckabee, who won the ber of Democrats as well. school, which dates back high school. Ralph Nodwell said he is ings. Iowa caucuses, will also All 39 Canton voting to the 1920s. The election In 2006 voters shot down excited about the proposal The two proposals would campaign in Michigan. precincts will be open from would either take place in a $111 million bond pro• but he wants to make sure appear as separate ques• New York Sen. Hillary 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters will August or November, to posal, and in 2004, they the community is involved tions on the ballot. Clinton is the only top-tier be required to show a photo coincide with either trie rejected a $150 million with the process. The southwest portion Democrat on the primary identification, or fill out an primary or general elec• request. "I know we're very of Canton is within the ballot. Other Democrats affidavit, or they will not be tions. Hoppe, who has designed excited about this, but it Van Buren Schools district pulled their names from the issued a ballot. The proposal is to demol• other schools, but never a is important it also has boundary. ballot because Michigan Bennett said the Clerk's ish the current high school, project of this magnitude, the support of the public," There are currently 358 violated national party rules Office will be open with the exception of the told the board that it will Nodwell said. students from Canton with its early primary. Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2 cafeteria and music wing, be a "frugal" project, but "I want to be sure that attending Van Buren Canton Township voters p.m. for people to come in which were both built in one the district would be it doesn't get back to the Schools. That is up approx• could become a factor in and request an absentee bal• recent years with a sinking proud of. voters that we're doing this imately 50 students from next Tuesday*s primary, as lot, which they will be able fund mill age approved by "Everything we've done underhanded." last year. Clerk Terry Bennett said she to fill out and turn in. voters in 1999, according so far is to show we're In addition to the bond Monday's meeting has issued 4,900 absentee For more information to district spokesman Paul being as frugal as possible. for a new high school, the will take place at 7:30 ballots, and all but 739 have about Tuesday1s election, Henning. We're reusing the exist• board is also considering p.m. in the cafeteria at already been returned. please visit http://www.can- It is possible the audito• ing site. We're reusing the asking voters to allow them Belleville High School, As for a turnout at the ton-mi.org/Clerk/voting.asp. rium would also be spared, existing facility. We've to spend current sinking 555 W. Columbia in he said. scaled back the athletic fund money to perform Belleville.

9 THE CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY Kucinich to speak in Livonia Federal income tax forms are held for two weeks before performing basic operation activities, stories and crafts for have arrived at the Canton they are donated to charity so maintenance including delet• children ages 5-8 and caregiv• Democratic presidential can• violent solutions for problems Public Library. Pick up a copy check with us if you are missing ing Internet files, cookies, disk ers. Registration required. didate Rep. Dennis Kucinich both domestic and interna• of most standard forms from something. clean up and more. Registration • Library Board Meeting: will discuss his bill to create a tional, more than 60 members our Copy Center during regu• required. Jan. 17, at 7:30 p.m. Regular U.S. Department of Peace and of Congress are currently lar library hours. CPL librar• NOW @ YOUR LIBRARY • Teen Animanga Club: Jan. meeting of the Library Board of Nonviolence at a conference listed as co-sponsors of the bill ians can help you navigate the • Internet I: Jan. 11, at 16, at 7 p.m. Drop in and join us Trustees. Public welcome. of the Citizens for Peace start• including Michigan Reps. John IRS Web site to find specific 10 a.m. Learn the basics of as we enjoy all things manga. • ABC Activity Time: Jan. ing at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, Conyers, Carolyn Kilpatrick forms or instructions. If you Internet navigation, including Share, discuss, create and have 18, at 10 a.m. Drop in play for at Unity of Livonia, on Five and Dale Kildee. need help, just approach the the library Web site and catalog. fun. kids from birth to age 5 with Mile between Middlebelt and For more information about Reference Desk. Inkster roads. Registration required. • PowerPoint II: Jan. 17, at caregiver. the visit and Citizens forPeace , • MS Word I: Jan. 12, at 9:30 9:30 a.m. Learn to add motion According to the Citizens for contact Colleen Mills at (734) Missing a mitten? The library a.m. An introduction to word and sound to your PowerPoint NEW @ YOUR LIBRARY Peace, a grassroots organiza• 425-0079- maintains a lost and found bin processing terminology and presentations. Registration Sound Recordings tion dedicated to finding non• of items that patrons have left skills. Registration required. required. • Riot! by Paramore behind and during the winter • Computer Maintenance: • Snow Day: Jan. 17, at 7 • Sweeney Todd: Musicfrom months, it's overflowing with Jan. 15, at9:30a.m. Keep p.m. It may be cold outside but the Motion Picture Symphonie hats, mittens and gloves. Items your computer healthy by the library is toasty warm with No. 8 by Franz Schubert

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those sentiments and said Yack CANTON BUSINESS BRIEFS YACK will be missed after November. tor, ophthalmologist, linguist, "The history is Canton will CTS adds jobs July, anticipate an increase in meet the staff. FROM PAGE Al be rewritten because of Tom enrollment, especially closer to Premier Medicine, a primary inventor and painter, but is McLaughlin. Yack," he said. "This is going Creative Technology Services spring. The couple also owns care provider that also offers most remembered as an advo• "Whoever does run has real• to be a big adjustment for all LLC, the Canton Township- and operates Kumon loca• urgent care services, is now cate for political reform in the ty big shoes to fill," she said. of us. It never felt like politics based medical device maker, tions in West Bloomfield and open to patients of all ages in Philippines during the late 19th "He took Canton from with Tom." reported last week that it had Commerce Township. need of a variety of health care Century. His writings focused being a bedroom commu• Even Trustee Todd Caccamo, created more than 45 new jobs "The new Canton space will services. on the need for significant nity to a place that is highly who had battled with Yack in 2007- The company says the enable us to offer instruction Suliman said he is excited reforms and an end to Spanish regarded." during his first couple years on positions ranged from assem• more efficiently," said Usha about serving the Canton com• dominance; his death was Under his leadership, the the Board of Trustees before bly technicians to customer Mittal. "In addition, the stu• munity. "Canton is a vibrant, the catalyst for the Philippine township has created the he went off to Iraq to serve in service personnel to profes• dents will be able to work com• diverse, and growing com• Revolution of 1896 which sig• Pheasant Run golf course the military, said he will miss sional positions in engineering, fortably in a permanent envi• munity," said Suliman. "And naled the end of more than 300 community, built Summit on Yack. quality assurance and sup• ronment, allowing for greater we have an array of services to- years of Spanish colonial rule the Park, revamped Cherry "I'm kind of sad to see him ply chain management. The concentration." meet the needs of the people." . in the Philippines. Hill Village, including the. go. We've had our differences new jobs gave the company a Classes at the new location Premier Medicine pro• The Rizal Day celebration construction of the Village over the years, but I've grown 118 percent increase in head began Nov. 27. vides preventive care, yearly was hosted by the Filipino Theater at Cherry Hill, and is to like him during the last count for the year. All the new The Kumon Center of physicals, management and American Community Council breathing new commercial life six months since I've been jobs are supporting both new Canton is open Tuesdays and treatment of chronic illnesses. (FILAMCCO), an umbrella into Michigan Avenue. back (from Iraq). We've really customer programs and the Fridays from 4-7:30 p.m. The state-of-the-art office organization that facilitates Executive Director John worked together on some launch of Next Mobility, the Kumon offers remedial and is capable of on-site X-rays, and organizes projects for Santomauro, who has helped issues," Caccamo said. new operating company creat• advanced math and reading EKGs, PFTs, immunizations, Filipino Americans. Every year, Yack reorganize Canton's Yack, who initially con• ed by CTS to serve the United instruction for students in pre• ultrasounds, echocardiograms approximately 1,000 Filipino government, applauded the sidered a run for a trustee States and international reha• school through high school. For and more. Walk-ins are wel• Americans in the Detroit area outgoing supervisor for being position back in '88 before bilitation markets. more information, call (248) come and no appointment is celebrate Rizal Day. a positive force in the com• deciding on a run for supervi• 865-8666 or visit www.kumon. necessary. Although primary Almeda is a member of the munity and said he has been sor, said he's going to keep his com. care is the core business, plans State Advisory Committee unwavering in his support to options open regarding his life Kumon under new to operate as an after hours for the U. S. Commission on urgent care are coming in the public safety. , after his term is over but in the management Civil Rights; the Governor's 1 have tremendous respect meantime will remain com• Premier Medicine opens near future. The physicians are Advisory Council on Asian for him * he said. "He has an mitted to his duties, including Usha and Alok Mittal, new St. Mary Mercy Hospital also available to make home- Pacific American Affairs; the uncanny ability to bring people pushing for legislation impor• owners of the Kumon Math physician Nabil Suliman is bound visits for those unable to Chair of the Business Law in the room and get them to tant for Canton. and Reading Center of Canton, opening Premier Medicine, a reach their office. Section of the Washtenaw reach consensus." "I'm going to stay the recently announced the center's new primary care facility in Premier Medicine is located County Bar Association and Trustee Karl Zarbo echoed course," he said. move from inside Summit on Canton. Premier Medicine will at 5958 Canton Center Road, a member of its Board of the Park to a location at 45674 celebrate its grand opening on Suite 200. Hours are Monday Directors; Assistant Regional Ford Road. Tuesday, Jan. 22, from noon through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Governor for Central Region The 1,278-square-foot to 2 p.m. with a ribbon cutting For more information, please for the National Asian Pacific space will accommodate 250 at noon. The public is welcome call (734) 454-5454 or visit American Bar Association and students currently attending to stop in for free cholesterol, online at www.premiermedi- the immediate past President math and reading sessions blood sugar, and blood pres• cine.com. of the Michigan Asian Pacific twice a week. The Mittals, sure checks, refreshments, American Bar Association. giveaways and a chance to who acquired the center in Almeda's practice focuses on Attorney celebrates patent opinions and prosecu• Filipino history tion in the medical, chemical, nanotechnology and mechani• Brinks Hofer Gilson & Lione, cal arts. Dog Obedience Classes Puppy (8 wks to 5 months) one of the largest intellectual Almeda resides in Canton and Adult Dogs (5 months and o11 ) property law firmsi n the U.S., with his wife and three chil• New Sessions Beflto Monthly announced dren. See our website to enroll now: wwv.ttappyhoundsdaycare.cQti that Lawrence G. Almeda, a partner in Saion offers discounts 'WE BECAME BEST/I the firm's Ann Blondie & Lefty's Hair Salon, FRIENDS at Happy I Arbor office 42013 Ford Road in Canton 1 1 Hor-- -'" and a Canton (between Haggerty and Lilley resident, was in the Sears Plaza) is now dis• the keynote counting haircuts for all Aimeda address speak• police, fire and rescue and er .at the annu• military personnel (including al Rizal Day Celebration din• veterans). ner held Dec. 29, at The Rock They would like to show Financial Showplace Diamond appreciation for their help in KC&£iiIe Center in Novi. the community. 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!f you want to submit an item for faiths welcome. There is a $60 charge 7:00 p.m. at St Aidan Parish, 17500 over-all health memory and balance. divorce rate of less than 1 divorce in 5:30-6:30 p.m., at trinity Church of the religion calendar, fax it to for materials, but no woman will be Farmington Rd. Livonia. For informa• Everyone is welcome from beginning every 1000 marriages. For registra- ' Livonia, 34500 Six Mile. For informa• (734) 591-7279 or write: Religion turned away because of inability to tion, call (734) 425-5950. Features the to experienced participants at any • tion information, call Mary Ellen at tion, cali (734)425-2800. Calendar, Observer Newspapers, pay. Register by calling (734) 261-1455, return of the People of Life display time. Classes begin 7-8:30 p.m. Jan. (734)464-4435. Upper Room Ministries 36251 Schoolcraft, Livonia, Ml 48150. Ext. 207 or online at www.endowon- to remember the 35th anniversary 14, and continue every Monday there• Reformed Protestant services Meets 6 p.m. Sundays, in'Room 111 in Deadline for an announcement to line.com. St. Michael's complex is at of the Roe vs. Wade Supreme.Court after. Cost per class depends on num• Weekly Sunday services began Jan. Our Lady of Loretto School on Beech appear in the Thursday edition is 11441 Hubbard, south of Plymouth Rd., decision that legalized abortion. To ber of participants. For information 6. The doctrines and teachings of Daly and Six Mile in Redford. Upper noon Monday. Livonia. see the exhibit that will be' on display, or to reserve your space, call (248) Reformed Protestantism will be Room Ministries is a spirit filled, char• ismatic ministry sponsored by Living Single Place Ministry visit www.usccb.org/prolife/exhtbit. 701-1587 or (248) 626-3620. Visit www. preached every Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Water Church in Livonia. All faiths JANUARY Divorce recovery workshop with vari• htm. Special guest speakers will also orchardumc.org for updates. worship services of the Free Church of welcome to attend. For information, ENDOW ous speakers 7:30-9 p.m. Thursdays, be included. Scotland (Continuing). A new preach• The Recovery Principles call Pastor Luke Willis at (734)425- St. Michael the Archangel Parish of Jan. 10 to Feb. 21, at First Presbyterian Continues 7 p.m.: Wednesday, Jan. ing station has been established and Living Water series 6360, or Bishop Dan Strength at (734) Livonia will host two different ses• Church, Emeritus Room, 200 E.Main, Mark McGiivrey leads a 10-week video 16 and 23, in the sanctuary at Unity the services will be held at Cherry 812-1099. sions of the Archdiocese of Detroit's •Northville. Topics include network- series called HZO starting 6:30 p.m. of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile, between Hills School, 50440 Cherry Hill, corner F.I.R.E. ministries ENDOW program, a continuing ing/midiife crisis, stage of grief, put• Sunday, Jan. 13, at Memorial Church Inkster and Middlebelt roads. Call of Ridge Rd., Canton. The Rev. Sean With theme scripture, He shall baptize women's study group focused on ting your "ex" in focus, legal aspects of Christ, 35475 Five Mile, Livonia. Call (734) 421-1760. The class focuses on Humby will preach each Sunday. you with the Holy Ghost and with fire the dignity of women of ail ages and of divorce (includes pot luck dinner), For more information, call Margaret (734) 464-6722. The group is open to honesty, open-mindedness and will• (Luke 3:16), is organizing in Livonia at faiths. Based on Pope John Paul Il's spiritual help and forgiveness, help• men and women who would like to ingness. Waldecker at (313) 530-6170, visit www. Living Water Church, 11663 Areola in Letter to Women, the group meets ing children through divorce, and review the basic teachings of Jesus ENDOW westminsterconfession.org, or e-mail the Inkster and Plymouth roads area 9:30 a.m. Thursdays beginning Jan. relationships old and new. Cost is who claimed to be living water, it is Educating on the Nature and Humby at [email protected]. at 7 p.m. Fridays under the leadership 10. The second session, being offered $35 and includes book, Growing also intended for those who have Dignity of Women sessions 7-9 Special services of Luke Willis. F.I.R.E. Ministries. For in the area only at St. Michael's, is through Divorce. Scholarships avail• nevermade a commitment to Jesus. p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 17, to March Sundays in January the focus is on more information, call (734) 425- called Different Times, Abiding Dignity able). Chiidcare available for tod• Tai Chi class 6, (exploresPope John Paul Il's how life would be different if you 6360. and deals with a woman's inherent dlers through grade six. To register Orchard United Methodist Church Muiieris Dignitatem-On the Dignity only had 30 days to live, 10:30 a.m. dignity at all stages of her life from for workshop, call (248) 349-0911. (30450 Farmington Rd., Farmington and Vocation .of Women), in Bixmal at Friendship Church which meets at • 0 to 100. The group meets 9:30 a.m. New worship schedule Register for child care at least two Hills) is hosting a Tai Chi Class by Sam Hall church building at St. Aidan Michigan Theological Seminary, 41550 Regular church service 10 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Jan. 8. Both weeks before the workshop begins. Purdy, Wu Style Tai Chi. This medita• Catholic Church, 17500 Farmington Ann Arbor Trail, Plymouth. For infor• Sundays with Communion and groups meet in the convent basement tive form of Martial Arts is great Rd., Livonia. Second session begins mation, call (734) 710.-9370 or visit Nursery, 9 a.m. Sunday School for all meeting room. Women of all ages and. People of Life service 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13,2008 at for reducing stress and is great for 7-9 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 14, to March 3, www.Canton Friendship.org. ages and Faith Forum, at Holy Cross (explores Pope John Paul It's Letter to Day of service Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA), Women), in conference room in parish Beginning in January, a Day of Service 30650 Six Mile, Livonia. Call (734) 427- office. Registration required for both and Spirituality will be made available 1414. All visitors welcome. Visit www. sessions. $60 for materials for each by the Capuchin Soup Kitchen and the holycrossiivonia.org. session. Contact Micheie Schmidt Solanus Casey Center. The purpose Sunday worship . at (734) 367-0353 or send e-mail to of the day is to serve, to meet, and 11 a.m. Sunday worship service, 9:30 [email protected]. to have one's faith grow. The day a.m. Sunday school, 7 p.m. Wednesday Spaghetti fund-raiser allows groups to help at the Capuchin Bible Study, at Good Shepherd assays 6:30-10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, at St. Services Center and dine with guests Reformed Church, 6500 N. Wayne Rd. Matthew's United Methodist Church, at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. A tour at Hunter, Westland. For information, tuaries, Memorials, Remembrances 30900 Six Mile, Livonia. Tickets $10 of the Earth Works urban garden, call (734) 721-0800. adults, $8 seniors and children. which provides six tons of produce Worship services 00-579-7355 • fax: 734-953-2: Please bring a canned good for their each season, will also be made 10'a.m. Sundays Divine Liturgy fol• pantry. Come enjoy a spaghetti available. The day concludes With a lowed by a fellowship/coffee time, ii: [email protected] dinner and help support the Music self-guided tour of the Solanus Casey at Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Scholarship Program that the Livonia Center, a spirituality center dedicated Church, 36075 W. Seven Mile, between Civic Chorus sponsors every year for to the Capuchin friar who is credited Newburgh and Wayne roads, Livonia. local students. Raffle baskets and with miraculous cures and valued for Church school for children and adults 50/50 raffles. Be part of the fun and his wise and compassionate counsel. begins at 9 a.m. Sunday. Vespers are entertainment for the evening with a The minimum age is 7th grade and celebrated 5 p.m. Saturdays. Visitors Karaoke twist. For tickets, call Kelly at the maximum size of the group is 30. are always welcome. For more infor• (734)377-1745. The day starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends mation, call (248) 476-3432 (church), (248) 477-4712 (rectory) or Web site at Women's retreat at 2:30 p.m. There is no cost. Lunch www.orthodoxlivonia.org. Saturday-Sunday, Jan. 19-20, at St. included. For more information, send John's Retreat Center of Plymouth. e-mail to [email protected]. Singers wanted Cost is $85, includes Saturday lunch, To learn more about the Capuchin Soup Riverside Park Church of God is look• dinner, snacks and Sunday breakfast. Kitchen, visit www:cskdetroft.org. ing for voices to join their choir. For Rooms are single occupancy. For Thrift store more information, call (734) 464- ELIZABETH (Betty) EUGENE H. LANSING.,MD FRANZ FUGMANN more information, call Kathy Weinberg Open Wednesdays 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 0990. ANGELO Age 80, of Westland. Died peacefully On January 2, 2008, Franz at (734) 464-0211, Ext. 202. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at St. Pancake breakfasts Of Birmingham, MI passed away at home January 7, 2008. Born Fugmann. of Frankenmuth, James Presbyterian Church, 25350 W. The Ushers' Club of St. Michael the September 17, 1927 to the late Albert MI, formerly of Birmingham, MAMA'S coffeehouse Tuesday, January 8, 2008 at Clark The Milroys and Annie and Rod . Six Mile, Redford. Call (313) 534-7730. Archangel Parish in Livonia continue Retirement Community in Grand & Anna in Mason City, Iowa. passed away at home in his Capps perform Saturday, Jan. 19, at their 30-year tradition of aii-you-can- Rapids, her home for the past five Graduated from St. Joseph's High sleep after a 2-year bout with cancer. years. She was born on July 17, 1923 School, Mason City, Iowa in 1945. He was 81. Born in his maternal Birmingham Unitarian Church, 38651 eat pancake breakfasts on the third Enlisted in the US Navy in June of grandparents' house on September 28, in Lansing to Albert Jr. and Isabel N. Woodward near northwest corner Sunday of each month from 8:30 a.m. 1945 and was stationed in Pearl 1926, he was baptized Franz Johan Christian comedian Stoll. She was married to Frank of Lone Pine Rd., Bloomfield Hills. Ed Thompson (www.edthompson- to noon. The breakfasts are served in Angelo on February 25, 1950. Frank Harbor, with an honorable discharge Fugmann at the Lutheran Church in live.com), 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, at the school cafeteria at 1144!.Hubbard, was the longtime managing editor at in 1946. Graduated from Loras the little village of Schney, Germany. Open mic at 7:15 p.m., show at 8 p.m. south of Plymouth Road. Adults, $5; the Detroit Free Press. He preceded College, Dubuque, IA in 1950. He immigrated to the U.S. when he Admission $12, $10 seniors and age 16 Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Married Kathryn Helvick August 30, was a year old, coming through Ellis children ages 4-11, $3; children under her in death in November 2000. and under. For information, call (248) 14175 Farmington Rd., north of 1-96 1952. Graduated from the University Island in 1928 with his mother, Anna, Surviving are her two sons: Frank (Schoolcraft service drive), Livonia: age 3, free; and family (2 adults and of Iowa College of Medicine in 1955. and his older sister, Winnifred. His 569-0965. To reserve an Open mic (Suzanne) and grandchildren Alyson Call (734) 522-6830. all children), $15. Everyone is wel• and Nicolas, all of Portland, OR; Surgical residency from 1955-1960 at father, George, brought them to time, cali (248) 626-4650. Michigan, where Franz's younger sis• come. Andy (Mary) and grandchildren Wayne County General Hospital, Russian music concert Lenten symposium Eloise, MI. Practiced medicine at ter, Hilda Virginia, was bora. He grad• Michael and Sarah; all of Grand Wesley Fishwick, pianist and David .Saturday, Feb. 23, at St. Cyril and Men's breakfast Rapids; great-grandchildren Kyle and Annapolis Hospital from 1960-1989. uated from Pontiac High School in Levine, cellist, present a concert of Methodius Catholic Church, 41233 Ham Seggs, hash browns, pancakes, Tyler of Milford, and Lily and David, Former Chief of Staff. Retired in January, 1945. Inducted in February Ryan, Sterling Heights. Featured and more when you come to the all of Grand Rapids. Sister Abbie 1989. Beloved husband & caregiver 1945, he proudly served two years in Russian music 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, (Steve) Leonhard of Birmingham, MI. to Kathryn. Loving father of Jon the U.S. Army, and was a tank instruc• at St. John Lutheran Church, 23225 speaker is the Rev. Monsignor Charles Men's Breakfast at 8 a.m. on the (Bonnie), Angeli (Brian) Lally & tor. He successfully ran the family She was also preceded in death by her Gill, west of Farmington Rd., south Mangan of the Vatican's Congregation first Saturday of every month at . Jeffrey (Gwenn). Dear brother of business with his father, making the sister Martha Murphy. Betty graduat• for Institutes of Consecrated Life and The Senate Restaurant, located off Mark (Linda) & Joanie (Jim) Jackson. Virginia Market, at 608 S. Woodward of Grand River, Farmington Hills. ed from Birmingham Public Schools Societies of Apostolic Life. Cost is $40 Haggerty Road between Five Mile and attended Hillsdale College. She Grandfather to Jason & Trent Lally in Birmingham, a well-known German Fishwick is the organist at St. John advance ($45 at door), $20 students, was a news reporter for the Royal and Marissa Lansing. Funeral at St. meat market and grocery. In 1959, he and has taught at Antioch College, and Six Mile in Northville. All men Oak Tribune and the Detroit News. Richard Catholic Church, '35637 flew to Rosstal, Germany to marry free for seminarians. All speakers also are invited for fellowship and food. Johanna ("Hanni") Kissling, and Ohio, Macomb College and in the Betty took a break from her newspa• Cherry Hill, Westland. , Friday, attend the youth symposium (cost $15 Sponsored by Riverside Park Church 9:30am. Family will receive friends brought her to Birmingham. They Chippewa Valley School District. per career to raise her two sons. She for ages 12-17). Registration begins of God, 11771 Newburgh, Livonia. Call and Frank often told friends that their Wednesday, 5-9pm & Thursday, 2- moved to Frankenmuth in 1971 to Levine has been a member of the raise their family. Franz worked as at 7 a.m., followed by Mass at 8 a.m. (734) 464-0990. proudest accomplishment was raising 9pm at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Detroit Symphony Orchestra and the Glenwood, Westland. Please visit and meat manager at the Bavarian Inn until For more information, visit www.hoiy- two young boys into strong men. She Cleveland Orchestra. This concert is MOPS meetings later went back to newspapers writing sign a tribute at: 1988, then became a licensed realtor. trinityapostolate.com, send e-mail In addition, he managed the family part of the church's 50th Anniversary The Hosanna-Tabor Mothers of with her "Forget-Me-Nots" weekly www.uhtfuneralhome.com to [email protected] or cali column for the Birmingham Observer properties in Birmingham and his own Celebration series. No charge but Preschoolers (MOPS) group began in Frankenmuth. He was active in Shirley at (313) 277-8905, Jerene (248) and Eccentric. She was past president a free will offering will be received. meeting this fall at a new time at .Frankenmuth Lions Club, 625-2461 or Bonnie (586) 781-8523. of the Junior Group of Goodwill the Lutheran church, 9600 Leverne, Frankenmuth Historical Society, and For more information, call (248) 474- Registration form must be received Industries in Detroit, a member of Redford. Meetings continue the first First Presbyterian Church in American Legion Post 150. His wife, 0584. by Feb. 20. and third Thursdays of the month at Birmingham and co-authored with her Hanni, was the love of his life and they Swiss steak dinner were blessed with 48 years of mar• 9:30 a.m. Join in for teaching, discus• husband, the history of the Newburg Church Missions Committee Men's retreat Community House of Birmingham. A riage. He also leaves behind his chil• sion, creative projects and presenta• dren, Christel and Dieter (Holly); me is sponsoring a home cooked Swiss Feb. 29 to March 2, at St. Paul of the Memorial Service will be held in late tions. For more information, call (248) apple of his eye, granddaughter Sky; steak dinner with all the fixin's 4:30-7 Cross Retreat Center, Outer Drive March at First Presbyterian Church of 470-5202 or'send e-mail to nikki. Birmingham. Memorials are suggest• his sisters, Winnifred Ziehl of Venice, p.m. Friday, Jan. 25. Proceeds will and 1-96. Single rooms, own bath, all FL and Virginia (Paul) Champoux of [email protected]. ed to the Clark Foundation for go to housing the homeless. Tickets meals. Cost is approximately $125. Benevolent Care, 1551 Franklin SE, Ann Arbor, MI; seven nieces and are $8 for adults, $4 children. Mac- Call Ruben at (734)261-5321 for Bible studies Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506. nephews, 18 great-nieces and appointment. Regular Bible Study program contin• ARSULOWICZ BROTHERS, nephews, and 13 great-great nieces n-cheese will be available for kids. EAST MORTUARY MARY NEMES and nephews. He was deeply loved Carryout will be available or stay for ues at 7 p.m. on the first and third and appreciated by his whole family (616) 458-1297 Age 86. Loving wife of the late dinner and afterwards play board ONGOING Thursdays of the month, focus is on www.arsulowiczbrothers.com Rudolph. Beloved Mother of Therese and a lifetime of treasured friends and games or cards. Donations accepted. St. Paul's Letters to the Romans, at (Raymond) Lafferty, Daniel (Anne) , colleagues. He will be terribly missed New schedule St. Michael's Catholic Church on the Maggie (Mel) Champagne-Kramer, and joyfully remembered. Memorials Tickets will be available January 6-20 9 a.m. Sunday school for all ages and the late Virginia (Fred) Loos, Thomas to Hospice of Hope. in the office at 36500 Ann Arbor Trail, • Faith Forum, 10 a.m. Worship Service corner of Plymouth and Hubbard GARY MAKOWER roads, Livonia.To register, call (734) (Beth), John (Meg), Charlie Livonia. Call 734-422-0149. with Communion and nursery, at Holy Age 83, of Westland, January 8, 2008. (Kathleen), Mary (Larry) Evans, Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church 261-1445, Ext. 200. Beloved father of Felicia (Dan) Peck, Patricia (Bryan) McCaffrey, Joseph Thursday fellowship dinner (ELCA), 30650 Six Mile, Livonia. All Kurt (Debbi), Mark (Diane), and (Catherine), Barbara (William) esse All are welcome, 6 p.m. dinners MOPS groups Kim. Survived by many. nieces, Pollock. Loving grandmother of catered by The Cookie Lady, Susan visitors welcome. For more informa• Mothers of Preschoolers meets on nephews and cousins in Germany and Heather, Bridget, Raymond, Robert, Navarro, at St. James Presbyterian tion, call (734) 427-1414 or visit www. the first and third Friday mornings or other parts of Europe. Private crema• Sean, Nadine, Brian, David, Tim, holycrosslivonia.org. first and third Wednesday evenings tion services arranged by Vermeulen Christopher, Carolyn, Elizabeth, Church, 25350 W. Six Mile, Redford. P^BITUARY^i at Calvary Baptist Church, 43065 Joy Funeral Home-Plymouth. Memorial Daniel, Johnny, Luke, Josh, Michael, Cost is $6. Call (313)534-7730. Worship Service contributions may be made to St. John 1 1 Road, Canton. For information, call (734) Steven, Peter, Catherine, Patrick, POLICY Court of St. Brlgtd 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Adult Bible Class Hospice, 37650 Garfield Rd, Clinton Christopher, Andrew, Cameron, Mary, 455-0022, Ext. 4, or send e-mail to cbc- The first five "billed" lines of an Scholarship Program sponsored at 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday School Twp MI 48036; or the Michigan Jacqueline, Charles, Christine, obituary are published at no cost. during worship at 10:30 a.m., at [email protected]. Humane Society, 26711 Northwestern Colleen, Claire, Kristina, Neal, Sean, by the Ladies Ancient Order of Hwy.'Ste. 175, Southfield, MI 48033. Laura, Colleen, Rob, Virginia, All additional lines will be Hibernians, Rose Kennedy Division, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 27035 LOGOS Youth Club charged at $4 per line. You may To share memories and view obituary, MaryClare. Great-Grandmother of will be held Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights. For Calling all youth grades 4-12 to join please visit: Samatha, Collin, Marian, Ryan, place a picture of your loved one A0H Hall, 24242 Grand River, Detroit. more information, call (313) 278-5755. the LOGOS Youth Club at Northville vermeulenfuneralhome.com. Mattie, Timothy & Audrey. Dear for an additional cost of only $6. First United Methodist Church. Sister of Therese McDonald, John Symbolic emblems may be Educational scholarships will be Worship Snyder, Cecelia Roll, Mary Flynn & included at no cost (example: awarded to the winner and her court. Sundays: 10 a.m. Worship Service with Recreation, dinner, Bible study and ROBERT W. HYRKAS the late David Snyder. American Flags-, religious Eligible for the program are girls, nursery, 9 a.m. Sunday School for music Wednesdays, 5:15-8:15 p.m. Mom will always be remembered for Age 86, of Westland, died January 3, symbols, etc.) ages 17-22, who are Irish and Catholic. tots through high school and Adult began Wednesday, Sept. 26. For 2008. Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, her loving smile, warm embrace, gra• Faith Forum at Holy Cross Evangelical information or registration, visit Farmington, MI cious heart, smiling eyes and, most For application and more information, importantly, her love of God. We Deadlines: call Maureen Kelly at (734) 632-0334 Lutheran Church (ELCA), 30650 Six www.fumcnorthville.org or call (248} enjoyed her lifelong appreciation for or visit www.detroitirish.org. Deadline Mile Road, Livonia. Call (734) 427-1414 349-1144. literature and her uncanny ability to Friday 4:15 PM for Sunday THOMAS M. PICHLER Jr. for application is Friday, Feb. 9. or visit www.holycrossiivonia.org. turn a phrase and find humor in all Wednesday 9:45 AM for Thursday HeartCry Age 27, January 5, 2008. Loving son Visitors welcome. aspects of life. Music and art always Single Place Ministry The support group provides hope of Thomas and Wanda Pichler. filled our bustling home of 11 chil• Obituaries received after these deadlines Meets Thursdays 7:30-7:45 p.m. for and help for mothers of prodigals Dearest brother of Cara Brooks and will be placed in the next available issue. Sunday worship Jennifer Pichler. Proud uncle of Paige dren (in addition to countless friends social time, 7:45-8 p.m. opening, 8-9' The early service for the Anglican at 7 p.m. on the second, fourth and and relatives.) She enriched the lives and Alyssa. Dear grandson of Dorothy p.m. program, at First Presbyterian Church of Livonia is at 7:45 a.m. at fifth Wednesdays of each month, at (the late Herbert) Pichler and John of al! those who were fortunate e-mail your obit to Church, 200 East Main Street, Trinity Church, 34500 Six Mile, west Calvary Baptist Church, 43065 Joy (the late Betty) Gaumer. Also survived enough to know her. Mom will forev• [email protected] of Farmington Road and next to Road, Canton. The group is using the by many aunts, uncles and cousins. er live in our hearts and serve as an or fax to: Northville. Call (248) 349-0911 or visit book, The Hope of a Homecoming, Funeral Service Thursday, January everlasting reminder of how to Attn: Obits c/o Charolette Wilson www.singleplace.org. Cost is $5 per Stevenson High School, Livonia. The 10 10th, 11:30am at the John N. Santeiu unconditionally love one another and 734-953-2232 a.m. service (with Sunday School) will by 0'Rourke and Sauer ($12). For to live our lives in the image of Christ. person. & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster continue to be at the Livonia YMCA information or to register, call (734) (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). Visiting: Thursday 2-9pm with Rosary For more information call: Couple prayer series Charolette Wilson at 14255 Stark Road, between Lyndon 455-0022, Ext. 4. at' 7 pm at Charles Step Funeral St. Colette Church, 17600 Newburgh, 734-953-2070 and the I-96 service drive. Home, 18425 Beech Daly, btwn 6-7 Livonia, is offering a life-changing Women of the word Mile Rd., 313-531-1888. Instate or Liz Keiser Couple Prayer Series (www.cou- Worship service Bible study meets 9:15 a.m. and 6:45 Friday 10 am until 10:30 am, Mass at 734-953-2067 St. Fabian Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile pleprayer.org) for married or engaged 10:45 a.m. Sundays, Adult Sunday p.m. Tuesdays, at Calvary Baptist WILLIAM C. TRIPP (W of Orchard Lake) Holy Sepulchre or toll free School at 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday Church, 43065 Joy Road,Canton. 866-818-7653 couple, began 7-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 4, Age 65, Clarkston, MI, passed away Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations School during worship, Youth Group January 3, 2008. Thayer-Rock in the Activity Center Halt. Couples to Michgan Right to Life or EWTN ask for Char or Liz 5-7 p.m. and Catechism for Grown-ups Funeral Home, Farmington, MI (Catholic Channel) appreciated. who pray together daily have a Please see RELIGION, A7 Observer S Eccentric | Thursday, January 10,2008 (*) A7 www.tiom6tQwnlrfe.com BELIEFS AND VALUES

Saturdays at St. James Presbyterian are welcome to join in. There is no Church of Our Saviour, 29425 Farmington Women Aglow Celebrate Recovery RELIGION Church, 25350 W. Six Mile, Redford, charge, although organizers ask Annapolis, Westland. Sunday School Meets the second Monday of each • Ward Evangelical Presbyterian FROM PAGE A6 Registration that you bring a luncheon dish to for children. For information, call month 7-9:30 p.m. at the Longacre Church in Northville launches Christ Our Savior Lutheran Early share. (734) 728-3440. House on Farmington road between Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-cen• Choose from Covenant, a Precept Childhood Center is now taking Higher Rock Cafe Youth wanted 10 Mile and 11 Mile, Farmington tered recovery program helping Upon Precept class, or The Truth . registrations for the fall program Second and fourth Friday of the Tweens and teens age 12 and up Hills. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Call men and women find freedom from Project (new from Focus on the at 14175 Farmington Road, north of month, doors open at 7:30 p.m., live are invited to join in various youth Vikki for more information at (248) their hurts, habits and hang-ups Family). To register, call (734) 455- 1-96, Livonia. It is open from 7 a.m. bands begin at 8 p.m. presented by activities held at Riverside Park 497-7755. Farmington Aglow is a (addictive and compulsive behav• 0022, Ext. 4 or visit www.vchurches. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Loving and Salvation Army of Wayne/Westland, Church of God, 11771 Newburgh Road Christian women's groups. iors), meets every Friday evening com/c be women. caring programs are offered for 2300 S. Venoy, between Michigan (corner of Plymouth), Livonia. Come Worship services for 6 p.m. dinner (optional), 7 p.m. Bible study toddler, preschool, pre-K, and child1 Avenue and Palmer. For information, to one of the regular classes on' Sunday worship services are at 8 praise and worship, 8 p.m. smali Get a pew life, study Scripture care. Call (734)513-8413. call (734) 722-3660 or visit www.tsa. Sundays at 9:30 a.m. or Wednesdays a.m. (traditional) and 10:30 a.m. group discussion, 9 p.m. Solid Rock 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Blessed Morning prayers higherrockcafe.4t.com. at 7 p.m. For details, cail (734) 464- (contemporary), at Grace Lutheran Cafe (optional coffee and des• Sacrament Monastery on the 7:30 a.m. Tuesday-Friday, at New Uplifting church services 0990. Church, 46001 Warren, between serts). Child care during Celebrate northwest corner of 13 Mile and Beginnings United Methodist Want a unique church experience? Sunday worship Canton Center and Beck, Canton. For Recovery is free and available by Middlebelt in Farmington Hills. Focus Church, 16175 Oeiaware, corner of Join in Sunday mornings at 10:45 10 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Our more information, call (734) 637- calling (248) 374-7400. For informa• oE study is Romans. Come once or Puritan, Redford. Please join in as a.m. for a service that will lift your Saviour, 29425 Annapolis, Westland. 8160. Sunday school and Adult Bible tion, visit www.celebraterecovery. more often. Call (248) 626-8253 for participants start day with prayer. entire family, but be prepared for For information, call (734) 728-3440. Study at 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study com and www.wardchurch.org/cel- more information. Call (313) 255-6330. what will happen after just one Sunday services series: Heaven Can't Wait. ebrate. Fellowship Dinners J.O.Y. meeting service. An open discussion 7 p.m. Pastor Dan Strength leads services Worship services Sunday service 6 p.m. Thursdays. Dinner catered by The J.O.Y. Builders (Just Older Wednesdays. Classes available for at Living Water Church (Pentecostal Praise and worship 10 a.m. Sunday, All are welcome to attend worship The Cookie Lady, Susan Navarro. $6. Youth, ages 50 plus) meet 11:30 a.m. all ages, child to adult. Riverside Church of God), 11663 Areola, one at Westwood Community Church, service at 10 a.m. Sunday in the At St. James Presbyterian Church, the third Thursday of the month Park Church of God is at 11771 block west of Inkster Road on 6500 Wayne Road and Hunter, sanctuary at St. Paul's Presbyterian 25350 W. Six Mile, Redford. Call for lunch, fellowship and fun, at Newburgh (corner of Plymouth Plymouth Road. Sunday School is 10 Westland. Contemporary music Church, 27475 Five Mile, one block (313)534-7730. Riverside Park Church of God, 11771 Road), Livonia. Call (734) 464-0990. a.m. followed by worship at 11 a.m. and casual dress. Children church west of Inkster, Livonia. For more Thrift Shop Newburgh at Plymouth roads, Worship service Bible study 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Call and nursery. Call (734) 254-0093. information, call (734)422-1470. 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. to I p.m. Livonia: Call (734)464-0990. All 10 a.m. Sundays, at The Lutheran (734) 425-6360. Doughnuts and coffee served.

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POOLE The state's first witness, Melissa Gunn, Leisure Services to host open house PAGE Al worked at the Plymouth Township day care that Allison attended and testified that she Discover what Canton eter. Additional drawings will (POW) conference. The Red Poole, who doesn't deny lying to police, saw a series of scratches along the child's Leisure Services has to offer also be held for prizes. Carpet Worthy Award in "The offered several stories for Allison's injuries, entire body that Poole said came from anoth• when it presents "Take a Walk There will be a number of Best Teen Program" category but ultimately said she was playing a game of er girl injuring her with a shovel. Through Leisure Services" on activities available, includ• was awarded to Canton Leisure "whirlybird" when the child accidentally fell Gunn, who admitted that her memory is Sunday, Jan. 13, from 1-5 p.m. ing golf hitting and putting Services' "Totally Canton, 12 feet over a second-story balcony. "jumbled jambled," said she didn't report at the Summit on the Park, stations, sports trivia, and Totally Art," a four-week "When Carol Poole lost her grip on Allison, the injuries to anyone other than her former located at 46000 Summit GCYBSA registration in the pilot program targeting the slie lost her mental grip as well," Satawa said. boss, Jacqueline Hadwin of Westland. A Parkway. sports and golf areas. underserved teen population "Denial so strong descended upon her mind jury acquitted Hadwin of charges that she Canton officials are encour• There will be information of Canton, The after-school like a fog." failed to report suspected abuse of Allison in aging Canton residents to available about new fitness program introduced area In her clouded judgement, Satawa said November. come, learn, and ask ques• classes and personal training teens to fashion design, guitar Poole made the tragic mistake of not taking The trial continued Wednesday, with sev• tions about the variety of ser• opportunities at the Summit; and drums, Hip Hop dance, Allison to the hospital immediately. eral witnessed called including Allison's vices and programs available progress being made on the and pottery, and was held at "No one wishes that (would have happened) former doctor (between January of 2005 and through Leisure Services at Lower Rouge River Trail the Canton Crossing housing more than Carol Poole," he said as Poole July of 2006), who testified he never saw any this free event. System; upcoming environ• development this past fall. sobbed. Calling his client a "good and decent signs of abuse, and never heard any claims Check-in and receive a pass• mental programming; Camp "The Best Family Program woman," Satawa said "most of the prosecu• that she was clumsy and would typically walk port that will guide you on your Canton and other playground Award" went to Canton Leisure tion's case is an emotional appeal. Don't be into walls, as the Poole defense team has sug• walk, then stroll from room to activities. Services' Historical Hike, a fall fooled." gested. room, getting it stamped along Crafts, games and an inflat• event that showcased Canton's the way. able bouncer will be available numerous historical sites dur• As you explore various rooms for the children, as well as ing a one-day event. of the Summit, a number of snack samples. Find out about the To learn Canton Leisure Services pro• Canton Leisure Services was more about "A Walk Through grams and services will be recently honored with several Leisure Services" and Summit explained. The first 100 people awards at the Michigan Parks memberships, visit www.can- Winter Open to turn in their completed & Recreation Association's ton-mi.org or call (734) 394- passports will receive a pedom• Programming Our World 5460. House Benefit moved to larger site for expected turnout Friends and those wishing to members of their family on moved to Ward Evangelical help a tragedy-touched family an Ohio interstate. The two Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Celebration have overwhelmed organizers attended Clarenceville Schools' Northville. so a fund-raising dinner to help Grandview Elementary, where Bob Evans, Munchies Pizza, at Brighton Gardens that family has been moved to their mother, Jodie, is a para- Westborn Market, Jet's Pizza, a larger location. professional. 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OUR VIEWS I'M so HAPPY no nmuct BE IN Yack leaves legacy of positive growth Canton Township Supervisor Tom Yack has decided two decades in office is enough. The longest serving supervisor in the townships history has announced he will not seek re• election this fall. When he exits at the end of the year, he will be leaving some big shoes to fill. The 61-year-old Yack, who was first elected in 1988, is completing his fifth term in office. Under his leadership, Canton has evolved from a rural towriship to the state's 11th largest community with roughly 90,000 residents. And the town continues to grow, not just in population, but also with the number of businesses that are coming to town. Everyone is familiar with IKEA and the large big box national retailers that have come to town, but Canton has also attracted major internatipnal companies including Yazaki and the Tempo Group, a Chinese automotive research and design firmlocate d on Michigan Avenue. Obviously Canton's geographic location meant it was going to experience growth during the last two decades, but Yack had a lot to do with the kind of development that took place. When he took office, Canton's commercial development con• sisted primarily of unattractive strip malls along Ford Road. While Ford Road can still be a traffic nightmare, Yack and his staff have been proactive to make it a more pedes• trian-friendly thoroughfare, featuringnationa l retailers and restaurants, as well as public art and other aesthetic improve• ments. Yack has said that when he took office, it was nearly impossible to get developers to look at land south of Ford Road, but under his leadership some of the most impressive developments have occurred in the southern portion of the township, including numerous upscale subdivisions, and per• haps the most ambitious project, Cherry Hill Milage, which LETTERS is slowly coming into its own. The most exciting growth is I think it is important that Canton be community in a public forum based pure• occurring along the Michigan Avenue corridor, something Set record straight that was unminkable before Yack took office. a place as free from prejudice and stereo• ly on hearsay, without taking the efforts to Canton's incredible growth in recent years also allowed As promised, the Plymouth-Canton types as possible. Canton has become a verify the facts. school board changed the election date to more worldly community over the years; the township to build some top-notch recreation facilities, If Ms. Johnson heard from "someone" odd year May elections. therefore, it is important for those act• that all Christian priests have sex with including Summit on the Park, Pheasant Run Golf Club and In doing so, we have saved the school ing in an official capacity be as cogent their women parishioners, would Ms. the Village Theater at Cherry Hill. The parks and recreation district $100,000 next year alone. of these issues and potentially hurtful Johnson take this hearsay and ask a facilities and programs are second to none in the area and The long-term savings will amount to comments as possible. I did want folks Christian priest in a public forum such as have helped attract residents. $200,000 every four years. By moving to know that Cathy Johnson has given a township meeting whether this was true Perhaps Yack's biggest accomplishment was to put together our elections to odd May only, we save a great deal to our community and has without checking the facts? If not, why a solid team of professional administrators that have helped even more by sharing election costs with acted generously in all that she's given not? Why did she think Hindus deserve put his vision for the township into action. Hiring profession• Schoolcraft College, decreasing our aver• over the years. I didn't want this last pub• any less respect? als has greatly improved the services provided by the town• age election costs to $25,000 per year. lic act to be the epitaph of Cathy's long It has not escaped our notice that Ms. ship government. Of course, there is a cost in creating a large If we had changed to an annual career as a wonderful volunteer and a Johnson was quick to shoot off her mouth bureaucracy, which some have criticized as being too bloated. November date, this would have been generous person. with her racist remarks, but has not seen But by and large Canton's residents have been pretty happy more costly, averaging $42,000 per year. Melissa McLaughlin fit to apologize for her remarks. with the services they receive and are willing to pay the price. It was a difficult decision for me as a Kris Raghunathan board member for two reasons. First, a Canton trustee and planning commissioner Some call Yack a visionary, while others, believe he ben• Canton efited from Canton's growth. Certainly there is some truth to • well-meaning, but obviously ill-informed community member circulated a petition Temple isn't compatible both theories. Yack, like all public officials, has had his share Pray for middle class of detractors, including some who felt he governed the town• encouraging board members to change to Certainly it is troubling that some of ship like a dictator. What is certain, however, is he guided an annual November election. the comments made at the meeting to General Motors and Ford recently the township with a steady hand, and had some phenomenal Secondly, historically more people tend discuss the proposed Hindu Temple were announced raises for their employees, but successes as supervisor. Yack is leaving a tremendous legacy, to vote in November elections. However, considered inappropriate by some of the those of us who work for those companies, the additional savings to the district of and will be missed. attendees. However, equally as troubling know that it is on the backs of those they is money that can be put directly His departure leaves a tremendous opportunity for some• $13,000 is the feet that they were painted as preju• are letting go. Local large auto companies back into the classrooms annually. are letting our Canton neighbors go week• one to take over one of the most prosperous communities dicial, intolerant, and racial by supporters It is important to note that the legisla• of this building, and as bigoted by their ly — this slow bleed has been a constant in the region. Thus far, all the other members of the board ture may change all of this. It was critical attorney, Bryan Amann, in an all-too- for four years. Those of us in Canton who of trustees said they aren't interested in the job. There are to make the decision that we did for now obvious attempt to gain leverage to get work for those companies have been doing rumors swirling around that state Rep. Phil LaJoy is interest• because of the savings it provided to our this inappropriate building and site plan the job of three people for years. ed in running, though he said he isn't ready to make any kind budget. approved. These unsavory tactics must be In one very large local auto supplier, of announcement. Canton is full of civic-minded individuals I encourage everyone to take the time recognized for what they are. hundreds come from overseas monthly, and we hope others will come forwardan d express interest in to become informed on political issues Blatant pandering to create a feeling of Canton employees train their replace• the job, and maybe leave a legacy of their own. and to get out and vote no matter when an guilt in the community for just asking for ments and lose their jobs. This local large election occurs. what is right and responsible. The issue is facility does not hide what they are doing Dianne Gonzalez not the expansion by the Hindu Temple to — they say it's the only way they can sur• vive. This same facility, and another local Plymouth-Canton trustee accommodate an increased membership. Resist urge to boycott primary The focus should and must solely be on OEM has removed every other fluorescent whether this building is compatible with light bulb in their working areas in order Johnson made human mistake Democratic voters in Michigan have every right to feel cheat• the neighborhoods into which it would be to save $25,000 per year. The trash is only ed regarding next Tuesday's presidential primary election. Cathy Johnson made a serious mistake, built. It is not, and together with its pro• collected once a week, and the employees Although little can be done to correct the situation prior to and the consequences of such have been posed location, deep into the surrounding empty their, own bins. next Tuesday, Democrats nonetheless can demand to be heard appropriate. However, I don't believe that neighborhoods, are sufficient and compel• On the extreme, one member of our by participating in the sham election. this recent episode should serve as an ling reasons to reject this plan. group works fpr an exclusive jewelry store A tug-of-war between Michigan and national leadership of indictment for several decades of dedicat• The Planning Commission is doing the in Bloomfield Hills ~~ business has never both political parties is to blame for the fiasco. Our state politi• ed volunteerism and service to the Canton job it is supposed to do. Assure that inap• been better. On a local and national level, cal bosses wanted Michigan to have a greater say in the national community. propriate buildings and site plans are the wealthier in Michigan are getting just debate, so they voted to move the state primary before the Iowa Cathy has been a steadfast supporter rejected. Allowing this plan to be imple• that, wealthier. Caucuses and New Hampshire Primary, which for some godfor• and volunteer in many capacities in mented will have a very negative effect The middle class is disappearing — this saken reason lias ahistorical stranglehold on the process. Canton over the years. She has served on on the surrounding homeowners' quality effects Canton residents greatly, as they Instead of addressing Michigan's concerns, the national her homeowners association boards with• of life, ability to enjoy their property, and are employed by these companies. Many party bosses decided to punish us for wanting to play a larger out lapse for over 30 years; volunteered will certainly depreciate their property of my co-workers were let go the week role in selecting this country's next president. for the Goodfellows for years; worked in values. before Christmas at Visteon — there are The Democrats have stripped Michigan of its 156 delegates the Canton Community Foundation office The action of Mr. Amann should be many more to come: We should all pray for this year's national convention, and the Republican Party when it was first starting up, and was a wake-up call for all the residents of for the middle class, those families who have lost, or are losing their homes and will only count half of the state's delegates. Additionally, all but a cornerstone to the Operation Desert Canton as to the influence special inter• jobs. four of the Democratic contenders were bullied into pulling Storm Yellow Ribbon campaign here in ests try to exert in our community regard• Canton; a founding member of the Home less of how tawdry the means. their names from the primary ballot, so Democratic voters will P. Pondell Owner's Advisory Council; volunteered on There should be concern also over Mr. only have Sen. Hillary Clinton, Sen. Chris Dodd, Rep. Dennis Canton the old Beautification Committee; she's Yack's comments that the community Kucinich and formerSen . Mike Gravel from which to choose, raised money for the Canton Fireman's needs to be more receptive to a variety and Dodd has already dropped out of the primary race. Clown Team; negotiated for donations of architectural styles. I'm wondering if It would be easy for Democrats to stay home next Tuesday, for the "Welcome to Canton" signs that both Mr. Amann and Mr. Yack would be SHARE YOUR OPINIONS but that would be a mistake. If voters support one of the four used to be at our entrances to the com• receptive to this type of construction in candidates on the ballot, they should vote for that person. munity; she's volunteered with the Canton their "back yard?" But I guess that's not a We welcome your letters to the editor. Please If they don't, then Democrats are urged to cast an "uncom• Historical Society; worked as a precinct concern since Mr. Amann and Mr. Yack include your name, address and phone number mitted" vote. The best way to demand a voice is to show our chair at elections. Just about anywhere are next door neighbors and enjoy the for verification. We ask that your letters be 400 resolve in being heard. Canton needed a helping hand, Cathy view from a couple of the most desirable words or less. We may edit for clarity, space Johnson was there. lots that back up to the Pheasant Run and content. Cathy has been a cheerleader for Golf Course. Canton and a terrific ambassador for our Thomas P. Gamache CANTON community. Much of the quality of devel• Letters to the editor Canton opments seen in Canton are thanks to Canton Observer Cathy being a strong vote on the Planning 1100 South Main Comments were racist Commission and the ZBA, and her desire Plymouth, Ml 48170 to see Canton as a beautiful place in It is only proper that Catherine Johnson which to work and live. I don't believe was asked to resign in wake of her Fax: there is one person that has known Cathy remarks about the Hindu community. Kurt Kuban Susan Rosiek Peter Neifl or worked with her that would disagree Ms. Johnson has shown herself to be (734)459-4224 Community Editor Executive Editor Vice President that she's been an asset to our community a racist of the highest order when she General Manager over the years. makes a comment maligning a whole Hugh Gallagher Marty Carry E-mail: Managing Editor Director of kkuba [email protected] Advertising QUOTABLE Richard Aginian - Publisher Emeritus

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But keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." rights. The framers of the Constitution knew that Thow can you tell people not to vote, even first lady, it's a perfect situation. But if you In a WallStreet Journal op-ed article (http:// rights flow from duty. The Second Amendment then speaks not so much to "rights" but to "duty." when they aren't offered a real choice? have a regard for democracy (small d) or www.opinionjournal.com/editorial/feature. The smarty-pants in the Michigan html?id=110010898) the attorney general of Reread the Preamble of the Constitution: "We Democratic leadership decided to follow prefer Barack Obama or John Edwards, your Michigan, Mike Cox, gives an analysis of the the People of the United States, in Order to form the smarty-pants in the choices are severely limited. Second Amendment. Mr. Cox cites the First a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure Republican leadership in and Fourth Amendments that domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defying their party by sched• delineate individuals' "rights" as defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure uling the presidential pri• to behavior and personal prop• the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our mary ahead of the proposed. You could follow Democrat chair Mark erty. Mr. Cox also argues that Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution dates for the Iowa caucus Brewer's suggestion and vote for "uncom• we should take into account the for the United States of America.'' and the New Hampshire mitted." Initially, if "uncommitted" wins, it frame of mind the writers of the And from section 8: "To provide for calling primary. The argument was would show major disaffection with Hillary Constitution were in when the forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union, that Michigan is more rep- Clinton's candidacy and "send a message" document was constructed. suppress Insurrections and repel Invasions; To Hugh Gallagher resentative of the country that you don't believe in "inevitable" can• I was able to point-click- provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining, than small, rural Iowa and didates. Then you would have to trust that Frank Kalmski cut-paste the entire Second the Militia, and for governing such part of them New Hampshire. Michigan the party regulars who would be going Amendment into this document in as may be employed in the Service of the United also seems to be a bellwether for the nation's as an "uncommitted" slate wouldn't give seconds. The modern wordsmith States, reserving to the States respectively, the impending economic freefall. It's hard to their votes to Sen. Clinton anyway (IF any can do wonders with a mouse but falls victim to Appointment of the Officers, and the Authority of dispute that argument. Michigan is large, Michigan delegates are allowed to vote). "presentness" when hammering at the anvil of training the Militia according to the discipline pre• a true mixture of urban and rural, a state Considering that the governor supports meaning and understanding. Instead we need to scribed by Congress.'' with environmental, social and economic Clinton, that might be more trust than you take quill to paper and engage the services of "ye The writers of the Constitution recognized the concerns that will have an enormous impact want to place in the party. olde worde smythe." primary importance of making provisions for on the nation's future. What you can not do is write in a candi• In our country today it would be natural to focus the "common defense." Notice the words United But rational decisions are not what politi• date's name, because they had to register to on the third part of Second Amendment as "the States, Order, Union, Justice, Tranquility, Welfare, cal parties are about. accept write-ins by Jan. 4 and no candidates right of the people to keep and bear arms." Our cul•Blessings, Liberty and Posterity are capitalized. The Republican Party responded by did. As Oakland County Clerk Ruth Johnson ture today is far removed from the time when the The use of capitalization in the original transcripts threatening to take away half of Michigan's notes, you can't even write in Mickey Constitution was written. We are now only con• of books and documents from this time gave delegate votes at the convention. The Mouse's name. And what kind of election is cerned with protecting our money, property and emphasis to the Concept the word represented. We Democratic Party responded by threatening it where you can't write in Mickey's name. ourselves. We should focus instead on the word also know that the preamble is an introduction to to take away ALL of Michigan's delegates, It's un-American. "right" and what that meant to our ancestors first. the critical points in Constitution itself. But notice warning candidates not to campaign for Alternatively, you could also choose to Reading from Franklin, Jefferson and Madison that the Second Amendment is introduced in the Michigan primary votes and requesting that pick up a Republican ballot. As a Democrat, we get a sense of "nation" — individuals with preamble by "provide for the common defence" (sic) candidates withdraw from the election. you could vote for the Republican you'd like inherent and self-evident rights with a shared and this phrase lacks capitalization. This tells us The results of all this: Iowa and New to see elected in the general election if that vision of how to protect them. Read about the that providing for the common defense (modern Hampshire moved their elections back "disaster" arises or you can throw a wrench Deerfield Massacre by the French and Indians in spelling!) is not limited to possessing arms only almost into last year; the Republicans made into the process by voting for a Republican early colonial Massachusetts. The local militia rose and is supportive of the greater ideas that are capi• good on their threat but all the Republican without a chance of winning the nomination to the defense and as news spread of the catastro• talized. candidates will be on the ballot and the vote (say Ron Paul or Duncan Hunter). This tac• phe the surrounding villages gathered armed men Instead the Second Amendment is a "call to will have some impact, especially if Mitt tic has been used by members of both par• to battle the invaders. This militia had the "inher• arms" or in modern usage, Universal Service in Romney fails to win; and, the Democrats ties in the past when one or the other party ent right to bear arms" but exercised the "duty" to a National Guard. Look what happens when the are stuck with a primary in which only didn't have their own competitive primary. secure a "free state." This is the problem we face militia is called out on "Angels Night" in Detroit: Hillary Clinton of the three viable candi• After all this is over, the two parties need today: Letting the "presentness" of our conceit and Crime is almost nonexistent. The country self- dates is still on the ballot. to assess this process. I've been to Iowa and self-centeredness color our understanding of the mobilized after the hurricane and the 9/11 attacks If you love the New York senator and for• New Hampshire. They're nice places with Constitution. and we did the best we could with no effective mer first lady, it's a perfect situation. But if good people. But they are totally unrepre• Individual rights are useless if we don't under• federal organization to speak of. Volunteers are you have a regard for democracy (small d) sentative of the majority of American citi• stand the obligation of the duty to protect and patrolling border areas in a heartfelt but misguid• or prefer Barack Obama or John Edwards, zens. They have had their day and it's time enjoy those rights. Furthermore,' this duty must ed effort. Detroit Edison electrical workers quickly your choices are severely limited. to create a new format that allows a broad extend to ensuring all citizens have access to these travel to areas where tornados or ice storms knock You could register your disgust by vot• participation in the nominating process. rights even if that means sacrificing our lives and out power. ing for one of the party's worst nightmares, property for the nation. Look at what a disaster We should define Militia as meaning lifelong Dennis Kucinich or Mike Gravel (who?). Hugh Gallagher is the managing editor of the the Iraq War is; the debacle in New Orleans dur• National Universal Service. All citizens would A vote for Kucinich might also be seen as Observer Newspapers. He can be reached by phone at ing and after Hurricane Katrina; uncontrolled train and serve full time for at least two years then a vote against the war, so that has some (734} 953-2149 or by e-mail at hgal!agher@hometown- borders; and the murder and mayhem in the city on a yearly basis forthe rest of their lives in some appeal. life.com. of Detroit. We went to war with an army with no capacity. Border, airport and infrastructure securi• depth; the country is still unprepared for another ty; police, fire and life support; elder and disabled natural disaster; we can't find the funds to secure care in group homes or hospitals; truck drivers and our borders; and the simple day-to-day survival logistics during natural disasters; and educators situation in many of our cities continues to dete• and medical workers to serve the poor. And, yes, riorate. These problems are what "a well regulatedw e could even find something for lawyers to do! militia" was intended for and yes, having a firearm Keeping and bearing arms in National Service is may be necessary to carry out these duties. an Obligation and a Duty, not just a right. As a nation we have regressed in maturity , ... compared to the founding generations. We are so Frank Kalinski is a Livonia resident.

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BV ED WRIGHT a five-goal night if not for a couple sterling commitment to his premier soccer team. But 1>etween the pipes, stopping 11 ofth e 13 shots STAFF MITER first-period saves by Chief net-mmder Kevan the time he's spent with the Wildcats' hockey hefaced. Swanberg. squad has been timewel l spent The game was even-steven diroughout the What's the difference between a footan d a The victory lifted Prymouth's record to 8-4 "Conn's with us about 50 percent ofth e opening 12:49 as Prymouth's Erik Olivier and hockey stick? while the Chiefs slipped to 6-8. time because ofhis commitment to soccer," Canton's Donny Barlow exchanged goals. Apparently not much — at least when it "I think the break did us some good," said said Fassbender. "He's playing that sport in The momenUim shifted to the hosts' side conies to scoring goals forPlymouth' s Colin Plymouth coach Paul Fassbender, shortly college, so we agreed towor k with him He's ofth e arena late in the first period when Rolfc after his team's fourth consecutive victory. probably our fastest skater. He's been able to the Wildcats lit up the scoreboard twice on Rolfe, a high-scoring All-State soccer "Saturday we played phenomenal against practice with us the past few practices and I goals from Kyle Callahan (1:44 left) and Jerry player in the fall, registered a hat trick in the Walled Lake Western except for a couple think it showed tonight" Pitts, who lit the lamp with just 14.9 seconds Wildcats' 7-2 triumph over Canton in a cross- mental errors. We had a great practice yester• The Wildcats outplayed the Chiefs in all remaining in the period. campus hockey showdown played Tuesday day and it carried over to tonight" phases of the contest and outshot their rivals The Chiefs carved their deficit to 3-2 mid- night at Compuware Arena. Rolfe has been essentially a part-time 42-13, including 19-3 in the third period. 'The slick-skating-forward could have had player for the Wildcats as he is also serving a Plymouth goalie Ryan Schultz was solid Please see WILDCATS, B3 0HL trade deadline nears The phones of the Scheduling puts 20 general managers around the Ontario Hockey League will get a hoop parents in work• out this week. a difficult bind The OHL's Final Trade Deadline is II was the best of times, it was the worst of times this Thursday at 6 Ifor Ross Davis as he hustled along the sidewalk p.m., with the dead• 1 that connects the Salem and Canton gymnasiums line to trade overage on the night of Dec 18. players (1987 birth• The good news: Davis was heading to the Phase days) noon of the Above, Brandon and III gym towatc h his daughter, Chelsea, play in the same day. Alex Roberts are second half of the Canton-Salem The Trade both key contributors giils basketball game. Deadline is the final to their respective The bad news: In his wake, he chance teams can Plymouth basketball was leaving the Canton-Salem obtain veteran need• teams. Brandon, a boys game, in which his son, Ross, ed for the stretch senior, has led the was playing forth e Rocks. run, or get younger Wildcats in scoring Davis is one of six local parents for next season. the past two seasons. who have been blessed with both Last season, the In photo at right, a son and a daughter so talented Whalers acquired Salem has a pair of Ed Wright that they play vital roles forthei r veterans Sean talented brother- respective high school teams. O'Connor, Daniel sister basketball To a lesser degree, they have Ryder and Steven combinations. Pictured also been cursed by tins year's revised Western Whitely at the dead• from left are Chelsea Lakes Activities Association basketball schedules line and all were and Ross Davis; and that make parents, referees, fans and sports writers instrumental in help• Grant and Sara Stone. pick and choose which game they will attend on any ing Plymouth win a given Tuesday or Friday night. championship. It's a difficult thing form e because I've seen just This season, the about every game Ross and Chelsea have played in Whalers — with a since they were in the PCJBA," said Davis. "I hate much younger team missing their games. - remain in the "I'D probably end up going tomor e of Ross's thick of the Western games this season because he's a senior and Chelsea Conference race with ajunior. 1 think they both understand, but it doesn't a record of 21-13-2-2. make it any easier." Plymouth plays in Davis said he'd probably be able to track down the tough OHL West PCEP prep basketball programs feature super siblings a copy of the game filmo f the second half of the Division, the only Salem-Canton boys contest, during which his son division in the league exploded for1 8 second-halfpoints . where every team is BY ED WRIGHT younger sister, Alex, have taken you to FAMOUS BROTHER-SISTER ACTS "But it won't be the same as being there.'' above .500. STAFF WRITER the hole off a cross-over dribble, you can Meanwhile, rest assured that you're not the only one There have been numerous brother-and- SPLIT SHIFTS Plymouth President Ifyou'r e a high school basketball who has been viciirni/^d by moves thai sister combinations who have starred at George Roberts can relate. His son, Brandon, is and General player who's been schooled in the paint were polished during their friendly but the collegiate and professional levers in the the starting senior point guard for the Plymouth . Manager Mike this season on a slk'k inside move by competitive games ofone-on-on e on the same sports. Following are a few of the more boys team Vellucci will con• Salem's Sara Stone, you can lay some family's Canton driveway. notable duos: His daughter, Alex, is a freshmanguar d forth e tinue to work ofth e blame at the feetofhe r older Although they may not readfly admit Wildcats' girls squad. the phones until BASKETBALL: Reggie and Cheryl Miller; Ann brother, Grant. it, each of the six afore-mentioned play• In the past — before the girls' season was shifted Thursday evening. If Ross Davis has drained a long ers have benefitted from having a sib• and Dave Myers; Candace and Anthony Parker; from the fell to the winter beginning this year — three-point bomb over your out• ling who not only enjoys basketball, but Dena and James Head; Earvin (Magic) and, Roberts and his wife, Denise, would have been able Baseball tryouts stretched fingertips, look no further thrives at it Evelyn Johnson; to sit side by side in the stands and cheer on their • The Motor City than lus younger sister, Chelsea, as a It gets pretty competitive when TRACK-AND-FIELD: Carl and Carol Lewis; Al kids together like most parents. Sabres 12TJ travel partial reason why the Salem seniors they play against one another out on Joyner and Jackie Joyner-Kersee; Now, they sit side by side on non-game nights to baseball team in perimeter stroke is so accurate. HOCKEY: Cammi and Tony Granato. Canton is seeking And if Brandon Roberts or his Please see SIBLINGS, B3 Please see SCHEDULING, B3 one more player for the 2008 season. For more informa• tion contact Chris Tidwell at (734) 961- 9410. Canton gymnasts clip rival Rocks • The 14U Canton Alley Cats will hold a travel baseball try- For more on Plymouth gymnastics, see Page BZ. top performer as she posted an all- out on Sunday, Jan. around score of 36.7 points. Three Rocks 27, from 7-9 p.m. at BY ED WRIGHT finished 2-3-4: Katie Koetting (35.4), Precision Baseball. Call Glen Potter at STAFF WRITER Autumn Collins (34.95) and Brittany Young (34.85). (734) 844-8982 for Canton gymnastics coach John Two Chiefs Robyn Piwowar and more information. Cunningham wasn't sure if he was Cathy Huang — rounded out the top six more surprised or more pleased when all-arounders with scores of34.65 and PCEP wrestling he caught a glimpse of the final score of 34.45, respectively. Canton will Tuesday's meet against cross-campus Among the highlights for Cunningham host cross-campus rival Salem. was a milestone achieved by Mallory rival Plymouth Needless to say, Cunningham was Hudak, who registered her first 9-plus in a Western pleasantly surprised when he saw his mark on her floor exercise. Lakes Activities Chiefs had pulled out a dramatic 140.5- "It was a nice step forMallory, " said Association wres• 138.8 victory over the Rocks. Cunningham. "She's worked very hard at tling meet tonight "I knew we had 140.5, but I honestly it and the hard work is paying off. at 6:30 p.m. in the thought Salem had 142 or higher," said "Overall, I was pleased with the team Phase III gymna• Cunningham. "When they handed me the as a whole, especially on the vault where sium. sheet to read the final scores1 off, I was we finished first,second , third and sixth." The first 200 K-12 surprised, to say the least. CANTOH 140.5 students through the "f was worried because we had to fin• SALEM 138.8 doors will receive ish on beam, which isn't our strongest TUESDAY AT PtYMOBTfl free red glow stix event, and Salem finished on floor, an VAULT: 1. Jessie Murray (0.9.3; 2. Robyn Piwowar (C), for the match, which 9.15; 3. (tie) Cathy Huang (C) and Autumn Coilins (S). 9.05; will unfold under a even where they have a lot of depth. I 5. Mallory Hudak (C), 8.55; 6. (tie) Olivia Stephens (C) and proud of the way the girls pulled it out." Brittany Young (S), 8.5. Salem's Kat Kariotis steadies herself on the spotlight. 1. The victory improved the Chiefs' record UNEVEN BARS: 1. Katie Koetting (S), 9.1; (tie) Robyn beam during Tuesday's meet against Canton. Free T-shirts will Piwowar (C) Jessie Murray (C), 8.95; 4. Cathy Huang (C), to 3-0 overall and 2-0 in the Western 8.85; 5. Brittany Young (S), 8.75; 6. Autumn Collins (S), 8.5. PHOTOS BY BILL BRESLER | STAEF PHOTOGRAPHER also be thrown into Lakes Activities Association. BALANCE BEAM: 1. Brittany Young (S). 9.2; 2. Jessie 8.4. the crowd during the Murray (C), 9.15; 3. Autumn Collins (S), 8.8; 4. Kali Pierce (C), ALL-AROUND: I. Jessie Murray (C). 36.7; 2. Katie night following every The meet was Salem's first of the sea• 8.4; 5. (tie) Mallory Hudak (C) and Cathy Huang (C), 8.3. Koetting (S), 35.4; 3. Autumn Collins (S), 34.95; 4. Brittany Canton's Cathy Huang goes heels over head son. FLOOR EXERCISE: 1. Katie Koetting (S). 9.5; 2. Jessie Young (5). 34.85; 5. Robyn Piwowar (C). 34.65; 6. Cathy on the vault during Tuesday's meet against Chiefs win. Huang (C). 34.45. Canton's Jessie Murray was the meet's Murray (C), 9.3; 3. Mallory Hudak (C), 9.0; 4. Robyn Piwowar Salem. Canton hung on to win 140.5-138.8. (C), 8.95; 5. Autumn Collins (S), 8.6; 6. Brittany Young (S), RECORDS: Canton. 3-0 and 2-0 (WEAA); Salem 0-1.0-1.

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Brodehl set to lead young Fast start, Mitchell's 20 propel Rocks

BY ED WRIGHT between a zone and man-to• 23: On Tuesday at Plymouth, Plymouth gymnastics squad GIRLS PREP HOOP STAFF WRITER man defense and we didn't do the Warriors improved their BY ED WRIGHT a good enough job moving the record to 9-1 overall and 3-0 in STAFF WRITER PREP GYMNASTICS PREVIEW The last thing you want to do blocks, while Brett deBear (six ball. the WLAA's Western Division against Salem's efficient and points), Sara Stone (five points) "We had 21 turnovers, so we with a convincing victory over A lot has changed with the the events, but especially the proficient girls basketball team and Victoria Brotz (two points, were reverting back to a lot the host Wildcats (4-6,1-2). Plymouth gymnastics team balance beam," said Hodur. this season is fall into an early five boards) also excelled. of the things we were doing Plymouth's woes were over the past four years, but "She's working hard at getting hole. Salem led 27-19 at the half the first couple of weeks when reflected in the "free throw one promising ray of light has her bars routine back up and Before you know it, the and 35-28 after three quarters. we were really struggling. It's shooting" category as they were remained the same — the pres• she had an 8.8 on the floor (at hole can seem like the Grand The Rocks were perfect from the first time we've given up l-of-12 from the line. ence of all-around standout the Salem Invitational this past Canyon. the free throw line, drain• 40 points in a loss in quite a Sophomore forward Stacey Jordan Brodehl. weekend)." Livonia Churchill found this ing all five of their attempts. while." Klonowski led Plymouth's Brodehl is ready to embark Hodur had high praise for a out the hard way Tuesday night Churchill, on the other hand, Senior forward Baylee offense with eight points. on a senior season that will trio of underclassmen on her as the Rocks built a 15-7 first- managed to connect on just 3- Hollowell excelled for the Raphael Wilkerson spear• make her the first four-year 12-member roster: sophomores quarter lead and never looked of-6 tries. Chiefs, netting 20 points and headed the Warriors' attack letter-winner in the program's Erica Kosmalski, Danielle back while posting a con• The Rocks put their unbeat• nine rebounds. Erin Quinn was with 14 points. six-year existence — a fact that Gomrick and Julia DeGripp, vincing 45-32 WLAA Lakes en Lakes Division record on the Chiefs' next most produc• "They have a balanced, brings a smile to the face of all of whom earned varsity let• Division triumph. the line Friday when they host tive player with four points. athletic team," said Plymouth third-year coach Diane Hodur. ters last winter. The victory improved Salem's 8-1 Walled Lake Northern. The Two Patriots broke the coach Richelle Reilly, describ• "There's no question that "Erica is one of our best all- record to 8-2 overall and 3-0 opening tip is set for 7 p.m. double-digit scoring barrier: ing Western's once-beaten Jordan is the heart and soul of around gymnasts," said Hodur. in the division. The Chargers LIVONIA FRANKLIN 43, CANTON Ashley Price (16 points) and contingent. "They have a good this team," said Hodur. "She ^She scored well in our first slipped to 3-7 and 1-2, respec• 30: On Tuesday at Franklin, Briauna Taylor (14). Price was group of seniors who provide is very focused and she under• meet and had an 8.1 on the tively. the Chiefs trailed 19-10 after the catalyst of the Pats' big them with leadership. stands the importance of work• vault. "We shared the ball well one quarter and never led early lead as 10 of her points "We struggled all night ing hard in practice. "Danielle has a new rou• tonight," said Salem coach thereafter in a WLAA Western came in the first quarter. offensively. We couldn't make "She qualified for the state tine on the floor and I'm very ' Fred Thomann, discussing the Division contest. Brittany Taylor led the win• our free throws and we com• meet as a freshman but missed excited for her because it fits key to his team's success. "Our The setback dropped Canton ners with seven rebounds. mitted 17 turnovers." the past two years by less than her personality perfectly. She's defensive effort was very solid to 3-7 overall and 1-2 in the Franklin led 27-16 at the half Western, which canned 7-of- .10, so her goal this year is to worked very hard on it and it as well." division. The Patriots improved and 35-20 with eight minutes 14 free throws, led 13-10 after get back to the state meet. She shows. Senior guard Alaya Mitchell to 7-3 and 1-2, respectively. left. one quarter, 22-14 at the half definitely has the talent and "Julia is really maturing as a turned in a typically strong "They jumped out to a big Canton was effective at the and 30-21 after three stanzas. determination to get there." gymnast and is looking strong performance: 20 points, seven lead on us and we were never free throw line, making 14-of- The Warriors finished strong, Although hampered by nag• so far this season." rebounds and four steals. able to fight back into it," said 18 attempts. The Patriots were outscoring their hosts 12-2 in ging injuries the past two sea• The Wildcats traveled to Junior forward Chelsea Davis Canton coach Brian Samulski. good on just l-of-7 shots from the final period. sons, Brodehl has established Walled Lake on Wednesday shined as well, racking up 12 "We were down 9-2 before we the stripe. herself as the school's best-ever for their first Western Lakes points, 11 rebounds and three knew it. They were switching W.L. WESTERN 42, PLYMOUTH [email protected] | (734) 953-2108 gymnast — far and away. A trip Activities Association meet. to the Division 1 state meet in Their next home meet is Jan. March would make all the hard 30 when they host Canton at work worthwhile for the perse• 7 p.m. Churchill's last-second shot hands Rocks setback vering standout. "Jordan is phenomenal in all [email protected] | (734)953-2108 BY ED WRIGHT added 15 points for the winners. "We got down big early STAFF WRITER BOYS PREP HOOP Neil Sharmaled Canton with because they were hitting threes 17 points and seven rebounds. against our zone," said Plymouth Salem's basketball team didn't of the circle that bounced a few Ryan Seely chipped in with coach Tom Van Wagoner. "We -•" r . get any love from the basketball times, hung on the rim and went eight points and Brody Coplai switched to a man-to-man gods or the basketball officials in," he said. "He did what he added seven. and it really turned the game during Tuesday night's Western was supposed to do." "Franklin cranked up their around." Lakes Activities Association Seniors Grant Stone and Ross pressure and intensity on The usually prolific outside- • •••'••Vf--i contest against visiting Livonia Davis paced the Rocks with defense in the second half and shooting Wildcats failed to hit

^ - . f. * " 1 V Churchill. 22 and 14 points, respectively. we didn't do a good enough job a triple for the first time this Andrew Vagnetti's last-second Stone drained four triples while of taking care of the ball," said season. Davis snatched a game-high 14 Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property. jump shot from just inside the Canton coach Dan Colligan. "We went 0-for-7 from outside Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 4 of the Self Service top of the key bounced on the rebounds. "There are some things we the arc, which isn't us, but we'll Storage Facility Act, State of Michigan, PS Orangeco, Inc. and/or rim three times before falling Ryan Rosenick and Vagnetti need to fix as a coaching staff, take it," said Van Wagoner. "This Shurgard TRS, Inc. will conduct sale(s) at Public Storage through the net as the buzzer led Churchill with 15 points a especially stopping penetration is a huge win for us because we (formerly Shurgard) -located at 41889 Joy Rd Canton MI 48187 sounded to give Churchill a piece. and helping and recovering on finally got in the win column (734)254-0243 on 1/25/08 at 11:00 am. Sales are for cash only. drama-laced 58-56 victory. It looked like Salem was well defense." in the league. Hopefully we can Removal within 24 hours. For sale and storage units in which rent -12 and fees are past due. The Chargers set up the on its way to a key divisional vic• Canton led 15 after one keep it going." game-winner by passing the ball tory during the first three quar• quarter, 30-25 at the half and Western surged to a com• Personal property described below in the matter of: around the perimeter after an ters as they led 14-6 after one, 44-34 with eight minutes left. manding 16-8 lead after one 1036 - Nancy Snowden-Baskerville - Table, TV, China Cabinet in-bounds pass with 22 seconds 26-21 at the half and 44-37 with "Our full-court pressure is quarter before taking a 31-23 2032 - Tydala Brown - Couch, Loveseat, Microwave eight minutes left. 2057 - John Neumann Jr. - 4 Toolboxes, TV, Stereo left. what did it," said Franklin coach advantage into the half. The 3011 - Charlott Smith - 100 School Desks The setback was the second However, Churchill applied Jeremy Rheault. Wildcats narrowed their deficit 4010 - Lonnie Mason - 15 Totes, Fax, Misc Items straight heart-breaker for the a full-court press in the second Canton hit 13-of-l6 free to 39-38 after three quarters 4028 - Cornell Coleman - Couch, Loveseat, 3 Lamps Rocks, who slipped to 2-6 over• half that accounted for 15 Salem throws while the Patriots before outscoring their hosts 19- 5036 - Henry C. Klann - Airhockey Table, Table; Misc Items all and 0-3 in the division four turnovers. swished 19-of-31 attempts. 9 over the final eight minutes. 9102 - Kaaldletraee Brown - 12 Totes, 10 Bags, TV nights after falling44-43 to "We made some bad decisions PLYMOUTH 57, W.L. WESTERN Plymouth was lights-out at OE0S580IS?" 2*2.5 Publish: January 10 & 17,2008 Walled Lake Central. Churchill off their press," Brodie said. 48: On Tuesday at Western, the free throw line, canning 13- improved to 6-2 and 3-0, The Chargers canned 8-of-ll the Wildcats played their most of-16 attempts. The Warriors respectively. attempts from the stripe. complete game of the season also shot well, sinking 8-of-lO. LEGAL NOTICE Salem attempted just one free Salem returns to action 2 OAKLAND CHRISTIAN 62, CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH to improve their record to, -6 throw — a first-time occurrence Friday at Walled Lake Northern. overall and 1-2 in the WLAA's AGAPE 49: Derek Zwier netted PUBLIC TEST OF THE M-100 OPTIC SCAN in the long and storied career of The opening tip is set for 7 p.m Western Division. The Warriors 17 points and Kramer Everett VOTING SYSTEM FOR THE JANUARY 15,2008, Rock coach Bob Brodie. LIVONIA FRANKLIN 63, CANTON slipped to 4-4 and 1-2, respec• chipped in 14 points and hauled PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION "Our dobbers are down a little 54: On Tuesday at Canton, tively. down nine rebounds Tuesday as bit after losing two games at the Patriots posted a 29-point A trio of seniors accounted for Oakland Christian fought past PLEASE TAKE NOTE: A public accuracy test of the M-100 Optic home that we could have won fourth quarter to rally and down 80 percent of the winners' scor• visiting Agape Christian. Kurt Scan Voting System will take place at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, but didn't," said Brodie. "We're the Chiefs. Schneider added 11 points as January 11, 2008 at Plymouth Township Municipal Office, 9955 N. ing: Brandon Roberts twined 0-3 now in the league, so we Haggerty Road, Plymouth, MI. 48170, for the Tuesday, January 15, The result left both teams 18, Navraj Sandhu added 15 Oakland Christian improved to 2008, School Election. For further, information contact the Clerk's have a long road to get back into with 3-5 overall marks. Franklin and Mike Hanchett contributed 6-1 on the season. Mark Mullett Office. Phone # 354-3224. it." improved to 2-1 in the league a season-high 14 points and a tossed in 14 points to pace Brodie wasn't displeased with while Canton slipped to 0-3. team-leading 10 rebounds. Agape Christian (3-4). Oakland The public is invited and encouraged to attend. his team's defensive effort dur• Junior forward Jeff Poole led Dramel Hogan paced the Christian opened up a 20-13 ing the closing seconds. the comeback with 21 points — 17 MARILYN MASSENGILL, Clerk hosts with points and advantage after one period and 15 of which came over the final Charter Township of Plymouth "Give their kid credit — he hit Mitchell Varcellino scored 11, moved the margin to 35-22 by Publish: January 10, 2008 OE85?986?-2X2.6 an off-balance shot at the top eight minutes. Israel Woolfork nine the result of three triples. halftime.

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property. EXTRA SPACE STORAGE ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 4 of the Self Service Storage Facility Act, State of Michigan, PS Orangeco, Inc. and/or Notice is hereby given that on Monday, January 21, 2008 @ 12:00 Shurgard TRS, Inc. will conduct sale(s) at Public Storage The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary reasonable PM Tate & Co. Auctioneers, Executive Administrator for Extra (formerly Shurgard) located at 2500 S Industrial Hwy Ann Arbor, auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing Space Storage, will be offering for sale under the judicial lien MI 48104-6130 (734)973-5584 on 1724/08 at 2:00 pm. Sales are for impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at process by public auction, the following storage units. The goods to cash only. Removal within 24 hours. For sale and storage units in the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing be sold are generally described as household goods. The terms of which rent and fees are past due. upon two weeks notice to the Charter Township of Canton. the sale will be cash only. Extra Space Storage reserves the right to Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services Personal property described below in the matter of: refuse any and all bids. The sale will be at the following location: should contact the Charter Township of Canton by writing or 5057 - Angela Sumpter - Dryer, Washer, 6 Totes EXTRA SPACE STORAGE, 6729 N. CANTON CENTER RD., calling the following: 1058 - Jonathan Rose - 50 Boxes, Filing Cabinet, 4 Chairs CANTON, MI 48187 AT 12:00 P.M. David Medley, ADA Coordinator 1061 - Amee Corzine - Mattress, 50 Boxes, TV Avelina Carson/Solis Unit A004 Clothes Washer, Clothes Dryer, 2 Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road 2064 - Carl Brandt - 50 Boxes, Radio, Misc Items 10 x 40 Folding Conference Tables, 1 Canton, MI 48188 3025 - Sean Truex - 20 Boxes, sofa, ladder Buffet Table, Humidifier, Wood (734) 394-5260 3045 - Donna Turner - 15 Boxes, 10 Bags, 2 Chairs Wardrobe, 5+ Plastic Tubs, 200+ 5084 - Laura J Rubino - 2 Mattress, 10 Boxes, Table Misc. Boxes, Misc. Household Publish: January 10,2008 2069 - Norena Jones - 20 Boxes, Speakers, Misc Items Goods OEOB579604-2*3.5 8007 - Pamela Ochs - 20 Boxes, TV, Misc Items 2006 - Jerrell Steele - Microwave, 8 Boxes, Misc Items Hester Barksdale Unit 1316 50+ Boxes of household goods, 1 8014 - Daniel Hunter - 20 Boxes, Treadmill, TV 10x15 Chest of Drawers, 1 6 ft. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH Publish: January 10 & 17,2008 Aluminum Step Ladder, 10+ O£085S0152-2K3 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Plastic Goods, 15+ Bags of Goods, REQUEST FOR AN INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES Misc Household goods & EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE FOR Collectibles. Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property. Publish: January 10 & 17, 2008 OE0357839B ISUZU MOTORS AMERICAN/ISUZU Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 4 of the Self Service MANUFACTURING SERVICES (ISUZU) Storage Facility Act, State of Michigan, PS Orangeco, Inc. and/or TUESDAY, JANUARY 22,2008 Shurgard TRS, Inc. will conduct sale(s) at Public Storage (formerly Shurgard) located at 45229 Michigan Ave Canton MI PLEASE TAKE NOTE: that a public hearing will be held on 48188 (734)397-0082 on 1/25/08 at 12:30 pm. Sales are for cash Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property. Tuesday, January 22, 2008, during a regular meeting on the Board only. Removal within 24 hours. For sale and storage units, in which Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 4 of the Self Service of Trustees of the Charter Township of Plymouth to consider a rent and fees are past due. Storage Facility Act, State of Michigan, PS Orangeco, Inc, and/or request from Isuzu for an Industrial Facilities Exemption Shurgard TRS, Inc. will conduct sale(s) at Public Storage located Certificate (IFEC) covering the expansion of an existing facility and Personal property described below in the matter of: at 2101 Haggerty Rd Canton MI 48187 (734) 981-0303 on 1/25/08 the purchase and installation of new personal property for their 2026 - Damon Ray Banks - Loveseat, Vanity, 2 mattress at 12:00 pm. Sales are for cash only. Removal within 24 hours. For facility located at 46401 Commerce Center Drive, Plymouth 2036 - Robert Wilcox - Drum kit, Bike, Misc Items sale and storage units in which rent and fees are past due. Township, Wayne County, Michigan. 2037 - Shawn Booth - Mattress, Bike, 5 Totes 3030 - Charles Grahan II - Big Screen TV, Aquarium, Refrigerator Personal property described below in the matter of: The request is on file in the Clerk's Office where it is available for 3036 - Roy Lee - Loveseat, Grill, Bike 2054 - Lifetime Fitness - 3 Colors, 5 Totes, 20 Boxes public perusal during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 3050 - Michael Hufford - Playhouse, Bench, Misc Items 3034 - Park Avenue Cleaners - Boxes, Sled, Luggage p.m., Monday through Friday. Any Township resident or member of 4013 - John Boehret - 10 Boxes, Toolbox, Misc Items 3048 - Daniel Smith II - Couch, Dresser, 50 Boxes any taxing authority within the Township of Plymouth shall have 4027 - Jason Brodie - Toolbox, Dresser, Computer 4076 - James Peters - 10 Boxes, Lamp, Tote the right to appear and be heard. Written comments directed to the 4115 - Betsy Smith - Rocking Chair, 30 Boxes, 2 Totes 4241 - Dorothy White - 5 Totes, Mattress, 5 Bags Clerk, and received prior to the-date of the meeting will be 4120 - Grant Young - Dresser, Mirror, Headboard 4253 - Kevin Diaz - TV, Stereo, 10 Boxes considered. Following the public hearing the Board of Trustees may 4124 - Angela McCrary - 30 Boxes, Golfclubs, TV 6212 - Bharti Washington - 20 Boxes, 4 Chairs, Computer consider the request. 4237 - Jeri Luce - Bike, 20 Boxes, TV 3004 - Jody Gonzales - Couch, Loveseat, Vacuum The public hearing, commencing at 7:00 p.m., will be held in the 5008 - Amicie Crayton - Couch, Loveseat, Vanity 6220 - Cheree Hahn - Grill, Washer, Dryer Town Hall Meeting Room at Plymouth Township Hall, 9955 N. 5110 - Jacqueline Claybron - 10 Boxes, Speakers, Misc Items 4212 - Brooke Forquer - Table, 4 Boxes, Misc Items Haggerty Road, Plymouth, Michigan 48170, on Tuesday, January 5245 - Erin Morley - 20 Boxes, Headboard, Misc Items 3016 - Shaun Enberg - Craftsman Toolbox with tools 22, 2008, during the regularly scheduled Board of Trustee Meeting. 5305 - Charlott Smith - 200 Chairs 6235 - Bill Crawford - Picture, 2 Chairs, Coffee Table Telephone number 734-354-3224. 5345 - Shangrila Seawright - Fishtank, 3 Totes, 10 Boxes 6241 - Linda Zajac - Toys, TV, Couch 6004 - Nikki Hurst - Washer, Dryer, China Cabinet Marilyn Massengill, Clerk 6252 - William Porter - Couch, Table, Dresser 6012 - Joe Bermudez - Stereo, Dresser, Mattress Charter Township of Plymouth Publish: January 10 & 17,2008

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"We don't have a lot in common big shot and they both want to be as far as the way we play," offered leaders," said Ross Davis, Sr. SIBLINGS Grant, who can slash to the basket FROM PAGE B1 with the best of them. "We're dif• AGE IS NO BARRIER ferent kinds of players. Ifthere The Rbbertses have the widest the driveway" said Everett Stone, was one tiling we have in common age gap — Brandon is a senior Sara and Grants dad. "Grant's got it would probably be our jump and Alex is a freshman - but that a couple yea!^ on her and a few shots." hasn't stopped them from compet• inches, so he always wins, but she ing ontheJarnir/s driveway. holds her own. YOU GOTTA' LOVE IT "Well play one-on-one and "1 definitely think playing Ross Davis's passion for basket• around-the-world," said Brandon, against Grant has made Sara a ball preceded his sister's by several who has led the Wildcats in scor• better player. She's had to learn to years, acoordingto their dad. ing the past two seasons. 1 went come up with some creative shots "Ross has loved the sport for to most of her games when she because he's taller and has long as long as I can remember," said played AAU; I like watching her arms." Ross Davis, Sr. "When he was play, but now that we're playing at in elementary school, he'd tell the same time, I can't do that any POINTS WELL-TAKEN everybody he wanted to play in the more." At times, his children's com• NBA someday. Brandon Roberts said there's petitive juices have flowed offthe "Chelsea didn't start playing one primary skill that he and his driveway and onto the stat sheets, until she was in the eighth grade. sister have in common. Everett Stone joked. In middle school, she was never "We're both pretty aggressive 'They're supportive of each one of those gym rats who always as fer as taking the ball to the bas• other, but they both want to had to be playing, but the game ket," he said. outdo the other one, too" he said, has definitely grown on her since The Robertses dad, George, chuckling. "For instance, when then.'' credits his kids' driveway competi• Sara found out Grant averaged "We play around-the-world tions for Alex's rapid ascent up the 12 points a game as a sophomore, against each other more than varsity ladder. she made it her goal to try to beat anything," said Chelsea. "When "Going up against Brandon that" we do play one-on-one, its helped and watching him play are prob• Both the Stones are piling up me learn that I can't just get the ably the primary reasons why some serious stats for their respec• ball and go in and shoot because she's done as well as she has," said tive Salem teams this winter. he'll block my shot He's helped me George Roberts. "The thing that Grant leads the boys squad with come up with some new moves." makes me the most proud is how a 20-plus-pomts-peT-game scor• While the Davises' on-the-court they help each other out, both on ing average while Sara is routinely skills may not be similar, they and off the court, with basketball amongthe top three scorers for the share some valuable intangibles. and their studies." 8-2 girls team — even though she's . "They're alike in that neither omy a sophomore. one of them is afraid to take the ewright^iometownliferom 1 (734) 953-Z108 A3L

SCHEDULING WILDCATS the second period when he stoned FROM PAGE B1 FROM PAGE B1 a hard slap-shot by Canton's Clark Albers. Plymouth dominated the figure out who will go to way through the second period third period, outscoring Canton Brandon's games and who will go when junior defenseman Bryan 3-0 thanks to a pair of Rotfe goals to Alex's games. Davison capped a nifty end-to-end and a single from Justin Gilliam "The way we've worked it out rush by lifting aback-hander past Noel Aspenwall, Gilliam and is that my wife wffl usually go Schultz from point-blank range. Swieczkowski all notched a pair of to the home games and Fu go to Canton's momentum was assists for the winners. Olivier and Representatives From the away games," Roberts said, short-lived, however, as Rolfe Ryan Cigile were credited with discussing his family's strategy. deked Swanberg before sneaking single assists for the 'Cats. "I don't want her on the road a lot in a back-hander with 4:12 left in Prymouth returns to action late at night. the second stanza to double the Saturday against Troy Athens at HOWE "The important thing is that Wildcats'lead to 4-2. the Farmington Hills Ice Arena. — while we won't be together Schultz's best save of the night The opening fece-qff is set for 7 1.4 — at least one of us will be at everycam e with 18.2 seconds to go in p.m. will be in Plymouth one of their games offering our support." SOUND SOLUTION like Ross Davis, Everett Stone has a son and daughter playing for Salem. And like Davis, Stone is frus• trated by tile bind it puts his fam• ily in. "We're used to it in a way because my wife and I had to go separate ways a few weekends this past summer when Grant and Sara played in separate AAU tournaments," said Stone. "But it's hard missing your kids' games 7:00 - 9:00 pm because it goes by so fast and, before you know it, they're gradu• ating. Location: "I grew up in Tennessee and the boys and girls both played during the same season like they're doing Saturday, Ian. 19 • 3:30pm The Inn at St. John's now in Michigan, but it wasn't a problem because they played Wayne State us. Niagara Golf & Conference Center varsity doubleheaders. The girls played first then the boys. The Notre Dame vs. Michigan gyms would be packed. "That would have been abetter ON SALE NOW idea (for the WLAA) than what n

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BY JULIE BROWN Bonandrini, a sewer. She'd like ban may be STAFF WRITER a separate room for an office to accommodate mail and Martha Pitsenbarger of papers "and not just dumped Wayne didn't hesitate when on the dining room table." A upheld as asked about her dream home. work room for husband Ben, a "I like antiques, I love them," Ford retiree, and a garden in a said Pitsenbarger, a social fenced yard to accommodate nuisance worker and secretary of the her animals would be part of Wayne-Westland Board of her dream home. Q. I understand that there may Education. "I probably would "It would also have a cov• be a ban on smoking passed by a have a big old Victorian home ered deck for entertaining California municipality against with all of the gingerbread outside." She'd like lots of win• apartments and condos. Do you trim." dows, and land in back with have any information? She'd like a big porch that trees. wraps around the house. "Probably my dream house A. Yes, there was a "I'd want a great big kitchen would be on a cul de sac" to California city that has with everything convenient," minimize traffic. Bonandrini attempted to ban smoking said Pitsenbarger, who works likes being around younger in condominiums and for Value Options in employee families, near good shop• apartments. assistance for Ford Motor and ping and cultural outlets. Her Whether has a private practice. She'd dream home would be at least or not it is like an island in the center of 2,500 to 3,000 square feet, deemed to be the kitchen, and wood floors. and have a two-car garage or enforceable She'd probably pick a light even three to allow storage will be left to yellow exterior. Pitsenbarger of the snowblower. "In other the courts, as also likes old brick farm• words, some covering to con• there may be houses. ceal outside lawn equipment." constitutional "I like old houses that there's She'd like two other bath• Robert Meisner issues not 10,000 like them." Her rooms in addition to the *°™!™^^ regarding Wayne neighborhood has master bathroom. "If I could state action homes that look different, afford it, I would want a resulting in an invasion of including hers built circa 1913. guest bathroom. Another privacy, etc. On the other '1 just like them different," she ideal would be to have a mud hand, it may be sustained as said. room even though I don't have a result of a nuisance factor. Nola Bonandrini of Canton young children." said "I'm kind of living in it A large pantry to store 0. We are a condo association right now" when asked about food is another item on that is in close proximity of her dream home. Bonandrini's dream home list. housing in an apartment setting "I definitely would want a Pam Setla of Redford said and want to stop people from great room, which I already "I would love an adobe-style smoking not only in the hall have," said Bonandrini. She'd home. It's very clean, and I Mexico and likes the coloring she said of the home in South Westland-based dentist ways, but also in their units. Do want a kitchen with a table love New Mexico." Setla, an of such homes. "It's just a very Carolina. Tseng would also like a three- you think we have a shot at it? large enough to eat at, but administrator at Eastern nice type of architecture." Joe Tseng of Farmington or four-car garage. "All the also a separate dining room. Michigan University, likes the Setla also loves her sister's Hills said "I would build a toys can go in there." A. You should check A master bedroom with bath• styling of such homes. home, a combination of Cape house big enough so I could His own bathroom appeals with your attorney. Based room suite would be part of "It provides warmth in Cod/Southern style. "It has have my own bathroom and "so I don't have to wait for upon a recent Colorado her dream home. terms of when you look at the a front porch, which I would my own walk-in closet. I guess somebody else to finish. My decision, the court upheld "Probably four bedrooms, a home if it's decorated well," adore. It's just a beautiful a theater room that can seat next house will definitely have guest room. I would love just Setla said. She's spent vaca• style of home. It's a nice size 20 people with stadium seat• a walk-in closet. That's about Based upon a recent Colorado ing. That's what I would have." a separate hobby room," said tions in Arizona and New without being overwhelming," it, I'm practical." decision, the court upheld

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35529 W Chicago St $169,000 35649 W Chicago St $220,000 Chuck Breidenstein, CAPS, of Builder These are the area residential real BIA 15390 Woodring St $118,000 • Building Industry Association of > Professional Services Group Inc. will present estate closings recorded the week of Milford • an amendment prohibiting Southeastern Michigan (BIA) presents Green methods and strategies to negotiate with cus• Sept. 10-14,2007, at the Wayne County 73BE Liberty St $168,000 smoking inside the units. 2838 Garner $351,000 Built Training from 9-10:20 a.m. Wednesday, tomers, employees, subcontractors, suppliers Register of Deeds office, plus some 2603 Hickory Oak $460,000 The association contended Jan. 23, at 879 Benjamin in Troy, in a Green and government officials. Participants will gain from Oakland County. Listed below 1663 Ouendale Ln $280,000 that it maintained a right 2290Quendale Ln $305,000 confidence in these skills through role-playing are cities, addresses and sales prices. to amend the declaration Built certified home built by Wake-Pratt Northville Construction Co. In this first of five train• following lectures and exercises. Registration Canton 19080 Angeil Blvd $750,000 with 75 percent approval of ings, Chris Pratt of Wake-Pratt Construction fees are $155 for Remodelors Council members, 7601 Admiralty Of $250,000 44842 Aspen Ridge Dr $360,000 the members and argued 44107 Applewood Rd $150,000 48392 Birtghampton Dr $605,000 discusses the technical and sales aspects of $175 for BIA members and $200 for guests. For 526 Buchanan St $280,000 44992 Broadmoor Cir S $381,000 that the purpose of the registration information, call (248) 862-1033. 243 Concord Dr $195,000 17060 Carriage Way $355,000 amendment was to allow Building Green using materials and methods 45429 Holmes Or $338,000 20833 Maybury $1,100,000 • Building Industry Association of 6684 Kings Mill Dr $340,000 for the health, comfort and that result in Green Built certification. Building 15996 Morningside $173,000 8690 N Ridge Rd $218,000 Green offers a change from selling cost per Southeastern Michigan (BIA) will sponsor 19228 Northridge Dr $125,000 safety of all of the residents 47703 Pavilion Sd $417,000 square foot to making an environmental state• a lieri law seminar on Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 41296 Rayburn Dr $309,000 of the community and 394 Roosevelt St $255,000 50241 Teton Ridge Rd $669,000 ment. The training is free for BIA members. 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at BIA headquarters, 1762 Stonebridge Way $357,000 Novi to prevent activities that Advance registration is required. For registra• 30375 Northwestern Highway, Suite 100, in 5729 Wedgewood Rd $175,000 25006 Acorn Trl $478,000 the association deemed a Farmington 24665 Edgewood CI N $295,000 Farmington Hills. Marty Burnstein, of the 33234 Kingslane Ct $75,000 nuisance. The association tion information, call (248) 862-1008. 43112 Emerson Way $313,000 • Building Industry Association of Law Offices of Marty Burnstein, will discuss Farmington Hills 22668 Foxrrtoor Dr $355,000 also argued that proof of Southeastern Michigan (BIA) kicks off the "What's New in Michigan Construction Lien 25256 Chapelweigh Or $235,000 41449 Mission Ln $113,000 actual second-hand smoke 33954 Cotswolrj St $280,000 30211 Pennington Ct $394,000 Law and Lien Procedures." Registration fees are 38823 Country Cir $116,000 was not required because Sales and Marketing Council (SMC) programs 30495 Pennington Ln $370,000 27653 E Echo Vly $96,000 for 2008 with a Roundtable Discussion, "You're $75 for BIA members and $125 for guests. For 25640 Portico Ln $180,000 either way the smell was 24488 Elmhurst Ave $229,000 At A Networking Event... Now What?" on registration information, call (248) 862-1003. 24453 Riverview Ln $255,000 obnoxious and a nuisance. 29161 Forest Kill Dr $241,000 Plymouth 28853 Glenbroott Dr $180,000 Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 8:30-10:30 a.m. • Building Industry Association of 258 Joy St $175,000 The court agreed with 20871 Indian Creek Dr $312,000 9241 Mapletree Dr $268,000 the association. Many of at BIA headquarters, 30375 Northwestern Southeastern Michigan (BIA) presents Green 30195 Kimberly CI $90,000 9337 Mayflower Ct $259,000 our association clients are Highway, Suite 100 in Farmington Hills. Built Training on Wednesday, Feb. 20, from 23065 Potomac Cir $210,000 42045 Micol Dr $93,000 Kirk Armstrong of Gerry Weinberg & 9-10:30 a.m. at association headquarters, 37991 Slableview Dr $280,000 130 N Holbrook St $208,000 considering this type of 25525 Surrey Ln S285.000 Associates will lead the discussion focused on 30375 Northwestern Highway, Suite 100, in 40203 Newport Or $90,000 amendment since it has a 24138 Tana Ct $194,000 Bedford how to get a conversation transitioned into your Farmington Hills. 28838 Village Ln $290,000 12841 Columbia $148,000 good chance of being upheld. business without appearing needy or offensive In this second of five trainings, Chris Pratt of 24671 Westmoreland Dr $174,000 15102 Kinloch $192,000 21737 Wheeler St $225,000 11354 Leverne $110,000 by using proven, systematic techniques. Wake-Pratt Construction discusses "Starting Garden City 20604 Norborne $140,000 Robert M. Meisner is a lawyer Registration fees are $10 for SMC members, Correctly" using materials and methods that 32143 Cambridge St $111,000 9096 San Jose $149,000 and the author of Condominium 5963 Cardweli St $40,000 8914 Sioux $126,000 Operation: Getting Started & $20 for BIA members and $45 for guests. For result in Green Built certification. Building 29210 Ford Rd $500,000 26820 W Davison $135,000 registration information, call (248) 862-1033. Green offers a change from selling cost per Livonia South Lyon Staying on tire Right Track, second 19652 Antago St $140,000 25500 Milford Rd $200,000 edition, it is available for $9.95 • Building Industry Association of square foot to making an environmental state• 12397 Areola St $127,000 916SParkwood Dr $218,000 plus $1 shipping and handling. He Southeastern Michigan (BIA) and its ment. The training is free for BIA members. 37540 Bloomfield Dr ' $289,000 Westland 31206 Bobrich St $210,000 6654 8ison St $131,000 also wrote Condo Living: A Survival Remodelors Council (RC) will present a Advance registration is required. For registra• 1744B Brookview Dr $210,000 35240 Cariy St $90,000 Guide to Buying, Owning and Negotiating Skills seminar, at BIA headquar• tion information, call (248) 862-1008. 36330 Curtis Rd $205,000 35760 Glenwood Rd $110,000 Selling a Condominium, available ters, 30375 Northwestern Highway, Suite 100, • Building Industry Association of 20023 Gary Ln $325,000 32022 Hazelwood St $50,000 32915 Illinois St $180,000 30481 Hiveley St $124,000 for $24.95 plus $5 shipping and in Farmington Hills on Thursday, Jan. 31, from Southeastern Michigan (BIA) will present 29252 Jacquelyn Or $155,000 29123 Powers St $74,000 handling. For more information, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The seminar is part of the another in its series of Certified Graduate ' 18215 Levan Rd $213,000 !227fiahn St $149,000 call (248) 644-4433 or visit bmeis- Certified Graduate Remodelor (CGR) series courses — "Estimating" — on Thursday, Feb. 27530 Long St $55,000 8138 Randy Dr $150,000 18525 Loveland St $186,000 675 Summerfield Dr $130,000 [email protected]. This and counts toward CGR, Certified Graduate 21, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at BIA headquarters, 33520 Micheie St $159,000 35143 Wallace St $137,000 column shouldn't be construed as Associate (CGA) and Graduate Master Builder 18561 Myron St $192,000 38534 Watson Cir $191,000 28515 Pembroke St $165,000 legal advice. Please see 38578 Watson Cir $184,000 (GMB) designations. BRIEFS, C4 28000 W Chicago St $119,000

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CORNER LOT FABULOUS FARMINGTON HILLS BRICK RANCH W/FLORIDA OUTSTANDING LOCATION LOCATION! GORGEOUS YARD! TERRIFIC BUY UPDATED RANCH Nice 3 bd brick ranch w/full bsmt, Gorgeous home featuring 4 bd, 2.5 ROOM Stunning 4 bd, 3.5 bam colonial Spectacular home nestled at the This home is in flawless condition Nice 3 bd bungalow w/lots of Brick ranch w/updated windows, 2 car Garage, Dining Room off Kit, baths, gourmet Kit w/all appl's. Sweet little ranch needs some help featuring a 2 story Great Rm w/frpl, end of a court in popular Eagle w/a yard to die for. Many updates updates including roof, C/A, roof, furnace, & C/A. Large eat-in covered Patio, & more. Nook w/drwl leading to 3 tiered to make it special. 3 bds, bsmt is Kit w/granite Shutter's pantry, Gardens. Vaulted gourmet Kit, t/o, hwd floors, new concrete furnace, windows, doors, S bath. Kit w/light wood cabinets, Liv Rm (C-208BA) Deck, Fam Rm wfrpl & french ready to be finished. Garage, hwd Master w/2 WIC's & glamour bath, Great Rm w/frpl, drwl to Deck w/ driveway, unique built-in storage, 8 Appliances stay, partly finished & Bedrooms w/hwd floors, part doors to Deck, Master w/vaulted floors, & large Florida Rm. Just 3 car Garage, brick Patio, S Trex view of woods, 1st fl Master w/ appliances stay. bsmt, 1.5 car Garage, & more. finished bsmt, 2 car del Garage, & ceiling, sitting area, & Walk in. bring some ideas S make it yours. Deck. bath, & fin daylight bsmt. $144,000 (C-993DR) $79,900 (C-053HA) fenced yard. $280,000 (P-700BL) $85,000 (P-136BR) $375,000 {P-335CO) $190,000 (P-115CR) $99,900 (P-101HA)

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LIVONIA BRICK RANCH SETTING LIKE NEW! LOTS OF ROOM Lovely area w/park, shopping, 8 Sad seller has to part w/this Awesome home features an open Wonderfully cared for Canton cape Clean 8 neutral t/o. 2 bd, 2 baths, 4 bd, 2 bath ranch situated on 2 Impeccably clean 8 well 3 bd ranch offering a wonderful schools nearby. Solid home w/3 fabulous 3 bd West Dearborn Foyer, large Kit, Fam Rm w/frpl. cod w/generous updates. 3. bd, 2 fresh paint, updated roof, acres & features 2 Garages, maintained home. Fam Rm w/frpt, Kitchen & dining area, huge Great bd, 1.5 baths, hwd floors under home. Newer Pella windows, huge Flex Room, spacious Master w/ bath, neutral decor, spacious windows, bath, hwh, 8 more. finished bsmt, new shingles, new French doors lead to Deck, vinyl Room, skylights, private lot, & neutral carpet, finished bsmt w/ Master w/walk in, 2 updated baths, bath & large WIC, neutral t/o, & rooms, Fam Rm w/frpl & French Large Master w/WIC & bath, pool, carpet, 4 doorwalls, gazebo off insulated windows, new furnace, Master w/bath. A must see! half bath, 8 immed occup, updated furnace & C/A, finished beautiful pond views. A must see! doors to Deck, 1st f! Master, full & great location near back of Master,& large island Kitchen. hwh, C/A, & gutters. Walk to $189,900 (P-515WI) $139,900 (P-698RI) bsmt, 8 Deck. $240,000 (C-183SH) bsmt, 8 2 car art Garage. complex. $269,900 (C-660TU) schools & park. $109,999 (P-644RO) $195,000 (C-608SO) $108,000 (C-345SU) $199,000 (C-811WH) .A 9IB

LIVONIA RANCH TOTALLY RENOVATED A LOT TO OFFER COMPLETELY UPDATED RANCH MOVE IN READY! AWESOME RAISED RANCH HARD TO FIND NEWER COLONIAL Beautiful, spacious ranch featuring Great floor plan offering lots of 2 bd, 1 bath home offering a new Great 3 bd offering gourmet K*rt w/ This home is fully updated - roof, This beautiful raised ranch was Relax on the paver Patio This 4 bd, 2.5 bath home has a lot 3 bd, 3 baths, Fam Rm w/frpl. space. Beautiful addition makes furnace, C/A, hwh, immediate pergo, Master w/drwl to Patio, walls, windows, furnace, ducts, built in 2003 w/almost 1500 sq ft. 2 surrounded by mature trees. to offer. Spacious Fam Rm w/cath Master w/bath, finished bsmt w/ this close to 1400 Sq ft. occupancy, & convenient location. bath w/jetted tub, new paint, hwh, siding, hwd floors, maple full baths, Master suite w/WIC, Spacious island Kit w/nook, formal ceiling 8 frpl, island Kit w/pantry, wetbar, 2nd Kit & bath. Lots of $117,990 (C-985BA) $54,900 (C-518BA) carpet, C/A, fenced yard, S newer cabinets, doors, & carpet. Utica located by a golf course, 8 has a Liv 8 Din Rm, separate Fam Rm w/ 1st f| laundry, 3 car side er(try storage, great landscaping, 8 great 2.5 car mechanic's dream Garage! schools & great neighborhood. pool 8 a clubhouse. bridge overlook, Master wAralume Garage, Smuch more. location. $110,000 (C-460BE) $159,000 (C-404BU) $158,900 (C-980CE) ceiling, WIC, 8 ceramic bath. $244,900 (C-075CL) $209,000 (P-446YA) {P-422CH}

-ITI it' V ,1« At** tf * J AWESOME RANCH LAVISH COLONIAL CUSTOM CAPE COD GREAT OPPORTUNITY NEW BOSTON CONDO DOUBLE LOT W/TREES! COUNTRY LIVING GREATVALUE 3 bd, 2 bath home w/Livonia Your search is over, this home will Beautiful wooded location on this Brick ranch in Westland w/Livonia 2 year old condo w/great cul de Almost.. acre fenced lot w/4 bd, 2 Lovely 4 bd home situated on 5+ 3 bd, 2 bath home w/lin bsmt, Schools. Good sized Kit w/eating take your breath away. Relocation 4 bd, 4 bath home w/1st f| Master Schools. 3 bd, 2 bas, part finished sac location backing to woods. bas updated home! Large LR 8 acres. Open floor plan, large fireplace, newer windows, fenced area, finished bsmt w/4th bed, forces sale of this fabulous 4 bd, w/bath, guest suite or in-law bsmt, hwd firs, newer roof, fresh End unit w/assitional windows, DR, remod Kit w/all appl's, huge Master w/balcony, oversized yard, glass block windows, newer great yard w/extra iarge Garage & 2.5 bath home feat big rooms, 2 quarters, finished bsmt w/Fam Rm paint, Garage, & appliances stay. bright Great Rm w/frpl, 2 bds, 2 laundry room, 2 car Garage w/loft, Garage, many updates t/o, tile in Kit, freshly painted interior, & shed, & nice landscaping. story Great Rm, hwd floors, jetted 8 2nd Kit, beautiful details t/o, 8 Price to sell. baths, & full bsmt. neutral decor, hwd firs, & warranty. gorgeous views, 8 Huron Schools. so much more. $120,000 (C-400GI) tub, 8 new landscaping. Ply-Can Schools. $122,000 (P-570AL) $176,000 (C-443AV) $145,000 (P-487BI) $254,900 (P-765CA) $124,900 (P-6Q2DE) $255,000 (C-560AN) $424,900 (C-899LI)

DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD A MUST SEE! UPDATED WESTLAND RANCH VERY NEAT & CLEAN BRICK COLONIAL NO PLACE LIKE HOME.... AFFORDABLE BEDFORD A SIGHT TO BEHOLD Cute 3 bd bungalow w/coved Cute Westland bungalow w/ 3 bd, 2 bath home w/oak Kit, LR Open floor plan boasts neutral 4 bd, 1.5 bath home w/1725 sq ft, Spacious 3 bd colonial in desirable RANCH Stunning, elegant, 8 charming! 2 ceilings, arched door entries, built- updated furnace, C/A, hwh, w/refinished hwd, patio door to paint, oak Kit w/Pergo, large natural fireplace in Liv Rm, forma! Canton sub. Newer floor to ceiling 2 bd ranch in Redford waiting for story marble entry, oak island Kit, in hutch in dining area, new carpet finished bsmt w/bdrm & rec area, nice sized yard w/2.5 car Garage, Master Suite w/iarge WIC, Liv Rm Dining, part finished bsmt, new windows in Great Rm, inviting Kit you, opportunity awaits! Bank drwl to Deck, 1st f| laun, Fam Rm & paint, ceiling fans, 2 car Garage, HUGE Garage, tiered coved privacy fence, hot tub in enclosed w/neutral carpet, S great Walled roof, new driveway, plenty of w/an abundance of cab's 8 approval required, needs to sell w/frpl 8 soaring ceiling, fin daylight 8 fenced yard. ceilings, vinyl ins windows, & extra Gazebo, finished bsmt w/bar, & Lake location. storage space, 8 2 car Garage. counter space, large lot, new roof, quickly, make an aggressive offer. bsmt w/bath, 8 great Northville $120,000 (C-048FA) deep lot. more. $85,000 (P-487HA) (C-418HA) home warranty, 8 more. $70,000 (C-301FA) location. $125,500 (C-725FA) $125,000 (C-629FL) $199,000 (P-202LO) $475,000 (P-94SOA)

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WALK TO DOWNTOWN MOVE IN READY POPULAR MEADOWS OF VAN BUREN COMPLETELY REMODELED ALISSA NEAD LILLIAN SANDERSON PLYMOUTH This tri-level home move in ready Upper rear end unit in popular You name it, it has been done. Great 2 bd condo w/fresh paint, w/new paint, carpet, roof, X location. Pleasant view of Brazilian cherry firs, maple Kit w/ vaulted ceilings & skylights, new sprinklers. Remod bsmt,.. Master commons 8 pond from balcony. granite, new roof, windows, siding, (734) 459-6000 (734) 392-6000 carpet, snack bar in Kit, Fam Rm, w/bath, 2.5 car Garage w/ Neutral colors, 2 bd, 2 baths, close carpet, new bathroom, fresh paint, Dining Area, small animals workshop. to downtown Belleville, & easy x- crown moldings, & more. welcome, & unbeatable location. $200,000 (C-845Sf) way access. $134,900 (C-207WI) $124,900 (C-331PI) (P-077TA) PREFERRED, REALTORS

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Luxury W/1 yr. iease,Heat & water with fireplace. incl.* Walk-in closets. 888-304-0078 Farmington Kills 1 & 2 bdrm. Laundry in unit. Specials! (734) 261-7394 SUN HOMES Apartments/ 0f\ Reduced Rent (734) 455-1215 Unfurnished W MAPLE RIDGE Water & carport incl. Low "WOW" www.yorkcomm u n ilies.com COLLEGE PARK ESTATES $200 Sec. deposit w/5B% sec. dep w/good credit. From $535! $545-$700- (586) 254-9511 CLASSIFIEDS $75 Off/Mo. 51074 Mott Rd. oft 1st 3 mos. rent ml BIRMINGHAM 1 Bdrm Apartments/ jflK (Between Geddes & Mich approved credit. FARMINGTON MANOR APTS. WORK! On Select Apts. Ave. off Ridge Road). 1 MONTH FREE 23078 Middlebell Furnished W FREE HEAT & Deluxe studio & 1 bedroom, 1-800-579-7355 Skyline/Clayton Retailer To Qualified Studio; Spacious 1 bdrm. C/A. FREE HEAT & WATER "(Exp. 1-31-08) WATER! carport, starting at $475. & Birmingtiam-Townsend St. 2 Bedroom Applicants. Carport avail. 248-888-0868 1 bdrm, completely furnished, Furnished apartments avail. 248-473-5130 CALL FOR DETAILS Gorgeous new kitchens and • Award Winning FIVE, Five, Five. new carpet, paint, furniture, (866) 262-3697 2 bdrm. CANTON - 4 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 baths. Available in town ONE MONTH FREE 6mo. minimum, credit check. Community car garage, finished bsmt, a/c, Birmingham at the To Qualified Studio; 2 Bdrm Plymouth Merriman Rd. Btwn $1035/mo. incl util. Off st • Unique Upgrades Avail honutoimlifuwi all appliances, $1,495/ mo. No 555 Building. Applicants. Furnished apart• AWESOME DEAL Ann Arbor Tr. & from parking. Molly: 248-705-8281 pets. Gall: (734) 395-3696 Call Michelle (248) 645-1191 ments avail. Gorgeous new Princeton Court Apts Warren Rd. FARMINGTON HILLS www.cmiproperties.net kitchens and baths. '$250 Moves You In! CANTON - We have homes for (866) 267-8640 1 & 2 bdrm mobile homes Condos/Townhouses Available in town Birmingham. $475! rent. Pets welcome. Call Sandy r for rent or sale. (Financing • 1 Bedroom Showers oS 555 S. Old Woodward: 1 No fine print in this ad! at Sun Homes for details at: Palmer Rd. Between available). Located in Washer/dryer Call Michelle (248) 645-1191 Westland EHO - Heat/Water included - BIRMINGHAM - DOWNTOWN (888) 304-8941 Liiley & Sheldon Flamingo M. H. Court. • Private Entry Great - $20.00 Application Fee Townhouse -1 bdrm, 1 bath & www.academywestpotnt.com www.cmiproperties.net 248-474-2131 • Stay Warm-Control your HUNTINGTON GARDEN CITY 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, all ameni• Exclusive 5 own heat! *8 IS Deals 2 bdrm, clean, quiet remod- 734-459-6640 EHO ON THE HILL ties except fireplace, no pets. Skyline/Clayton Retailer FARMINGTON HILLS New Resident's Only eld. Heat & water included. 'some restrictions apply $725-$1100. 248-901-0425 1 & 2 bdrm mobile homes 734-722-4700 CANTON 2700 sq.fU finished In your CLASSIFIEDS 248-474-3005 $250 OFF for rent or sale. (Financing Mon. -Fri. 9-7, Sat. BLOOMFIELD HILLS bsmt, 4 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, available). Located in GARDEN CITY Plymouth Classifieds! WORK! - Updated 1 1st Full Month's Rent Sun. 10 4 2 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, town- Roya! Pornte Subdivision. Flamingo M. H. Court. 1-800-579-7355 bdrm apt., a/c, laundry. Rent Starting On 1 Bdrms!* house, Quarton & Telegraph $2100/mo. 248-408-5567 24M74-2131 Electric, gas & water included. area. $1400/mo. includes gas. CANTON $550/mo. 248-346-6108 248-289-6323, 248-227-1137 3 bdrm. colonial, At $599 From $620 Westland & Bedford hardwood, finished basement, GARDEN CITY- One/Two bdrm. 1 & 2 Bedroom Apt's. 2 Great Locations 2 car garage, totally updated. 1 & 2 Bedrooms avail. COMMERCE/ $1475 +sec. 734-717-5D91 Newly decorated. Heat, water, Plymouth Manor Free Heat & Water Call About Our Specials! WALLED LAKE appli. inci. $560 & $600 +• sec. CANTON 4 bdrm, 2 bath ranch Plymouth House 734-721-8699 or 15 Mile & Beck. Ail appli• 734-513-4965 734-464-3847 on 5 acres, New kitchen, baths FITNESS CENTER 313-937-3319 EHO ances, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 734-455-3880 hardwood floors. $1200-!ease KEEG0 HARBOR/ (866) 413-1672 garage, no stairs, pool & www.yorkcommunities.com to own. (734) 658-8823 WEST BLOOMFIELD On Ann Arbor'Trail patio. $1095/mo. WESTLAND -1 and 2 bdrm Large studio, 1 & 2 bedroom 248-474-9302 DEARBORN 3 Mun. finished 8etween M/ddlebelt apartments available. apts. in small, quiet complex, PLYMOUTH-SHELDON PARK bsmt, dining room, 2 baths, & Inkster Rds. Starting at $590. next to park. West Bloomfield Spacious 1 & 2 bdrms. $850; 3 bdrm ranch, garage, www.cmiproperties.net Call (734) 455-7100 MACOMB TWP 46840 schools. Rents from $550 Carport. Pool. Restrictions Apply* $650, option. 248-788-1823 includes water. Furnished From $565-$665 WESTLAND -1/2 Off Rent For Country Lane, 2 Bdrm Condo, apts. also available. 50% off 1st 3 Months M 3 Months! 1,100 sq ft, 1.5 nth, bsmnt, 2 1 & 2 bdrm, 2 cr$1,000/mo. (248)471-9321 248-681-8309 $100 sec. dep.W/good creditl baths, Washer/Dryer, Private Call: (734) 453-8811 Entrance & Balcony. N0RTHV1LLE- Lower 2 bdrm, LINCOLN PARK (734)459-1711 EHO ROYAL OAK $550-$750 win• 2 bath condo. 1200 sq. ft. new Deluxe 1 & 2 bedrooms. ter move-in special. Beautiful windows/ kitchen. Carport & Westland - Wayne/Ford. Upper Starting at $399 a month. (oft & 1 bdrm, available now. Our patio. $895/mo. 248-465-0262 studio, private entry, most util. Isn't It About Quiet, private balcony's, Heat incl. Great location near Classified No pets/Smoke. $450 unfum, TROY storage, laundry, ceiling x-ways. 917-299-9446 - On Big Beaver by $600 furnished. 734-462-1642 fans w/ lights & blinds. Department Rochester Rd. 3 bdrm, 2 full SOUTHFIELD - Time You Got 313-386-6720 1 bdrm, incl bath, attach, garage, $1195. heat, water, electric, laundry, is ready to 313-743-4642, 248-627-9214 WESTLAND storage, private, turn/ unfurn, LIVONIA • Farmington and 5 $550. (248) 320-3454 take your ad Hickory Woods Apts. WESTLAND Mile, 1 bdrm garden level, CREDIT CHECK REQUIRED Your Own Place? ** $224 ** $495/mo incl heat and water. at 8:00 a.m. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1200 sq. ft., MOVES YOU IN ! Byappt: (734) 416-9608 WALLED LAKE'S $850 mo. 734-812-0565 EAGLE P0NO HEIGHTS 800-579-SELL (for qualified applicants) LIVONIA - Mid 5/Middlebelt. (7355) 1 Bdrm. - $595 2 bdrm. w/laundry in unit. 50% off the first 2 mos. SPECIALS TO RING 2 Bdrm. - $650 FREE GAS AND WATER Westland Plymouth rent., w/approved credit. - IN THE NEW YEAR n 248-521-1978 (734) 729-6520 NORWAYNE- 3 bdrm, updated Carriage Move-En T0PUCF.Y0URBD: Parkcrest pesigned with kitchen and bath. Utility room, Afits. ROOMATES in MIND! House Specials! newer carpeting, freshly Novi EHO painted, $659. 313-475-8309 Across from FREE HEAT - Fh ! ' Westland Park Apts. 1-800-579-7355 2 CENTRAL AIR - Ph WESTGATE VI REDFORD- 2 avail next to DETROIT - 8 Mile & Ryan Meijers Corner of Ha^gerty &. Joy Apartments WESTLAND HOLY COW! each other, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 bedroom bungalow, base• 734) 522-3013 $400 MOVES YOU IN Blue Garden bsmt, appliances, great cond. ment, 19972 Named, (734) 425-0930 1 MONTH PLUS ADDITIONAL New $750/mo, Sec 8 ok. Call Renee $650/mo. 248-476-6498 FREE RENT Apartments for info: (248) 773-1117 DETROIT Reduced WESTLAND Telegraph/7 Mile, 2 bedroom, i SPACIOUS!! Garden City FREE* • Flexible leases Apts from $520* 3 Bedrooms, bath, laundry $635.00 + security deposit. Wilderness 2r3drms.1000s6f.ft. 313-475-0597 P Move-In Specials! • 1 & 2 bdrm. Rate facilities, basement. Fenced From $575 CAVORTS/POOL (From $604) MOVE IN SPECIAL yard, dogs ok! First month FARMINGTON HILLS Luna Central Air 3 bdrm., WA5HEK & DRYER • Huge Balconies DELUXE UNITS FOR 1-Bdrm $495 free! $750. 2 full bath, 1000 sq. ft., appli• - REDUCED A We&tiand Sec. Dep. 734-576-3434 inside unit P**' Near mall • Exercise Room BASIC UNIT PRICE ances, garage. Lg. backyard. * FREE City Water 2-Bdrm. WESTLAND-NORWAYNE, $980/Mo. 248-342-0314 (734) 425-5731 I (734) 425-0930 * Carports Included • Community Room SECURITY 2 * Motorcycles Allowed • Golf Room DEPOSIT $200 $565 bdrms, 1 bath. 31755 Arenac, GARDEN CITY - Sharp 4 bdrm • Carport $695 + dep, incl. water. No ranch, garage, 2 baths, 1 With Restrictions , • ' C FREE HEAT • HEAT/ WATER INCL. PLUS 2 credit check, imrrt. occ. Cail: kitchen appliances, option. • CLUBHOUSE 248-842-0679 $800, 248-788-1823 CALL NOW! Call for details MONTHS FREE lake advantage or vjfi«e» HUGE Bathrooms • PET WELCOME (866) 238-1153 248-926-3300 • MODEL UNIT Spec. $200 Sec. Dep. GARDEN CITY 2 bdrm, fenced Homes For Rent yd, 2 car, all appliances. Non• r>rip /rf tV\f>cr> /irmt Apt*. Bordering Westland On West Park Dr. www.etkinandco.com New resident only smoking. Credit check. $850 Just S. of Pontiac Tr. 425-0930 Spacious 1 and 2 with credit + sec. 734-981-3154 one or these great www.cmiproperties.net WAYNE (SOUTH) bdrm apartments ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN Indues heat, air & ABOVE AVERAGE RENTAL? Restrictions Apply* Small apartments. $365/mo. with Balcony. GARDEN CITY New carpet. 3 specials today! I 1—- dishwasher. No Pets Call btwn 12 noon-9pm 2-4 bdrm homes avail. Also bdrm, 2 bath. All appliances. 248-486-4829 Cherry Hill near rerrt-to-own. 248-819-2425 Finished bsmt. Fenced yd. ONLY. Mon.-Fri. 9-6, Sat. 12-4 NOVt-MAIN STREET AREA. Merriman $110Q/mo. 734-844-8620 1/2 Off Rent For 2 Months. WAYNE - Nice and clean, new BLOOMFIELD H1LLS- 734-451-5210 Call for Details* 1 & 2 Bdrm Apts. Washer/ carpet. 1 and 2 bdrms from Birmingham Schools, beautiful GARDEN CITY Nice 3 bdrm, (734) 729-6636 Bsmt., Garage. OEM2WM6 Dryer, Private Entrance & $35Q-$550/mo. $200 Security 734-729-2242 view, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1.2 acre Balcony. 246-348-0626 EHO Deposit. Call: (734) 722-9487 ranch. Call: (248) 646-6274 734-525-7400 C4 (*) Observer & Eccentric | Thursday, January 10,2008 www.hometownlife.com

profit, quantity takeoff for for BIA members, and Farmington Hills. Sunday, Jan. 12-13, from 8 In a bleak housing mar• clientele with offices BRIEFS various materials, labor $200 for guests. For more Tom Sadley of Wilmar a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Best ket, Kaftan Enterprises throughout the U.S. and FROM PAGE CI and equipment productiv• information, call (248) will instruct attendees in , Western ConCorde Inn enjoys successat their Canada. The addition - ity issues, and subcontrac• 862-1033. several aspects of repair• of Rochester Hills, 1919 $40,000 off of $120,000 of MSI to College Park 30375 Northwestern tor bid considerations. • Apartment ing major appliances Star-Batt Drive, Rochester condos in three prime enhances the diversity Highway, Suite 100, in The course counts toward Association of Michigan's such as ranges and refrig• Hills. locations: Royal Oak, of distinct multi-tenant Farmington Hills. Certified Graduate (AAM) Property erators, including under• The cost of the semi• Shelby Township and and build-to-suit office Chuck Breidenstein, Builder, Certified Management Council standing components and nar is $215. The manual, Southfield. Kaftan Condos buildings, including the CAPS, of Builder Graduate Associate, (PMC) will sponsor a functions, basic trouble• sample questions and the sold 55 condos in four recently opened TCF Bank Professional Services and Certified Graduate professional mainte• shooting skills, as well as test application are all weeks at $40,000 off, and headquarters. The 45-acre Group, Inc. will instruct Remodelor certificates. nance course on Friday, preventative maintenance. included. was able to raise prices. business campus show• remodelers and small-to- Registration fees are Feb. 22, from 8 a.m. to Registration fees are A $25 deposit is The builder is still offering cases a variety of premium mid volume builders on $155 for Remodelors noon at Wilmar Offices, $45 per person. For reg• required no later than no money down. retail outlets and restau• estimating insurance and Council members, $175 23975 Research Drive, istration information, call Thursday, Jan. 10, Foxcroft of Shelby rants, including Fleming's (248) 862-1033. to Oakland Builders Township was $114,990 Prime Steakhouse, Bravo! Education Seminars, — is $74,900, with Cucina Italiana, Claddagh THE OBSERVER & ECCENTRIC MORTGAGE MONITOR Real Estate 45023 Rector Drive, monthly payments from Irish Pub, Mitchell's investors Canton, MI 48188. Please $597- Fish Market, Potbelly 30 Yr. Pts. call toll-free (800) 940- Autumn Ridge of Sandwich Works, Caribou am Real Estate Investors 2014 or (734) 405-0888 Southfield was $124,990 Coffee, Cold Stone of Oakland will meet to register Monday to — is $84,990, with Creamery, Winestyles, 1st Choice Mortgage Lendir Thursday, Jan. 10, at Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. monthly payments from Panchero's Mexican Grill, ft*/Cell the Michigan State or register online at www. $815. Great Clips, Rapid Refill H University-Management buildersinstitute.com On Briarwood Park of Ink and Cheeburger Ameriplus Mortgage Corp. 5.125 J/A Education Center, 811 site registrations with Royal Oak was $119,990 Cheeburger. Its highly vis• W. Square Lake Road, payment is acceptable (no -is $79,990, with ible location along the 1- iSs WSmm Troy. There will be a credit cards, please). monthly payments from 275 corridor, with oppor• Blatt Financial 5.375 0.823 Reverse buffet dinner (reserva• $732, all including taxes. tunities for signature sig• tions needed) 5:30-6:30 Start business The condos have fea• nage, have contributed to iiiliii p.m., early bird session Oakland Builders tures such as a full base• high occupancy rates and Education Seminars is distinguish the address. Client Services by Golden Rule (800) 991-9932 5.375 0.875 4.625 2.125 J/A/V/F 6:15-7 p.m. and general ment, fireplace, stainless membership meeting presenting an eight-hour steel appliances, granite The MSI property will fea• |@ 7:15-9:30 p.m. RSVP for comprehensive seminar countertops and more. ture the trademark brick dinner to www.reiao- for attaining the skills you and glass of College Park's Countrywide Home Loans (800) 641-2384 5.375 4.875 3 J/A/V/F Each community is open foakland.com/ dinner, need to start and main• noon to 6 p.m. daily. buildings and will be H html. Speaker will be tain a successful business. Kaftan Enterprises is located on 3.6 acres at the attorney David Nykanen The seminar is scheduled a 37-year-old premium south side of the campus, DFCU Financial (800) 739-2770 5.5 2 J/A discussing strategies for for Saturday, Jan. 12, from Michigan home pro• with exceptional 1-275 vis• 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Best HBiiSBiii appealing tax assess• vider. The phone number ibility. ments. Admission free Western ConCorde Inn for all condos is: (248) Bert Sanders and Aaron of Rochester Hills, 1919 Fifth Third Bank (800) 792-8830 6.125 0.375 5.625 0.125 J/V/F for members, $20 for 228-3530. On the Web: Sommer of Newmark Star-Batt Drive, Rochester , > guests. KaftanCondos.com. '•nl'iiM'iiiiri'Hf Mu'Ur 5>i •.W 1,1 i1 Isl Hills. Knight Frank brokered HH Hi • Learn to generate the transaction. First State Bank (248) 543-5622 5.875 0 0 J/A/V/F tax-free profits by using This seminar is College Park location Located north of Six designed to help make Market Strategies j M F self-directed IRAs. Mile Road, between iHBiHIiill 5.375 iiiH Presented by Equity sense of and remove the Inc., one of the top 20 Haggerty Road and 1-275, Golden Rule Mortgage (800) 991-9922 5.25 1.625 2.875 J/A/V/F Trust Company 9 a.m. unknowns of purchasing, market research firms in College Park is within to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan starting and maintain• the nation, has selected easy reach of southeast 4.5 12, at Hilton Detroit ing a successful business. College Park in Livonia for Michigan's important des• LaSalte Bank Midwest Troy Hilton, 5500 The cost of the seminar its future corporate head• tinations. Crooks, Troy. Call (440) is $125. The manual is quarters. The Walkon Etkin IHilll 323-5491, Ext. 398, to included. MSI will move into Partnership blends the Michigan Schools & Go register, refer to code Pre-registration with a 60,000 square foot, commercial real estate A2. $99 early registra• payment is preferable no three- story, Class A office expertise of Southfield's si tion ($199 at the door). later than Thursday, Jan. facility that will be built- Etkin Equities L.L.C. and 10, to Oakland Builders to-surt by The Walkon/ Michigan United Mortga (810) 844-2222 Sponsored by Real Farmington Hills-based Estate Investors of Education Seminars, Etkin Partnership, devel• Walkon Associates Inc., an Oakland. 45023 Rector Drive, opers and owners of the whose combined devel• IBB Canton, MI 48188. Please landmark property. A opment, ownership and Nortftlawn Financial (248) 988-8488 Builder's class call toll-free (800) 940- July 2009 completion is management portfolio mm Oakland Builders 2014 or (734) 405-0888 expected, with construc• includes more than 10 mtt& iiHiiiHBI Slip Education Seminars is to register Monday to tion scheduled to com• million square feet of mence in spring of2008. York Financial Inc. (888) 839-9675 5.625 5.125 o J/A presenting a 16-hour Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. office, industrial, hotel or register online at www. comprehensive seminar "College Park makes and retail properties. Above Information available as of 1/4/08 and subject to change at anytime. Rates are based on a $200,000 buildersinstitute.com On to give students the total sense for our busi• For additional details loan with 20% down. Jumbo rates, specific payment calculations & most current rates available Fridays help needed to pass site registrations with ness. It is easy to reach, payment is acceptable (no on College Park, contact the Michigan state easy to navigate and after 2:00 P.M. at www.rmcreport.com. Key to "Other" Column - J = Jumbo, A = Arms, V = VA, F = FHA credit cards, please). Etkin Equities at (248) builder's license exami• all-inclusive," said Dr. 358-0800. & NR = Not Reported. AH Lenders are Equal Opportunity Lenders. -(==$• nation. The seminar is Reginald Baker, COO of Visit Etkin's Web site at ©Copyright2008 Residential Mortgage Consultants, Inc., Al! Rights Reserved scheduled for Saturday/ Condos sold MSI. MSI serves a global www.etkinllc.com. "Your Real Estate Expert SCHWEITZER 10 veAi REAL ESTATE CBSHomeSearch.com

NORTHVILLE S1 075 OOf) I GREEN OAK Custom Built Home! Backs to Woods. 3 Fp's; Custom Lakefront Ranch! GR w/built-in enter, Remod in 07! Giam Mstr BA, circ paver dr, Sun Located on cul-de-sac & backs to priv nature 4BR,3 1/2BA. Located in The Finest J&j BA; GR Open to Kit; UL Lott/2nd FR&Kids center. Cherry cabs, SS appl, viking cook top, Rm w/marbie fir, hdwti t/o, new fur&ca, multi- preserve. 6BR,3BA,& 2 half baths. Spacious fir Neighborhood In Western Plymouth W/Parks & FR/5th Bdrm; 4.5 CarGarW/StairtoBsmt;P.Fi n fin w/o, 4car heated gar&1/2 court b'bail. AH tier deck, inground pool, pond w/waterfall, plan w/vltd clgs. Island kit. Fab fin bsmt w/ Sidewalks. This ts one Of The Larger Models w/ W/0;M/d Approx M/D Approx. carriage house. bar,bed & ba. Fin Bsmt, Side Entry Gar. MLS# 27220485 248-347-3050 MLS# 27216963 248-347-3050 MLS# 27213434 248-347-3050 MLS# 27216792 734-453-6800 MLS# 27220474 734-453-6800

$283,000J LIVONIA $259,000J PLYMOUTH $2« Like New! HWD firs in 2 story foyer, 1/2 ba&kit. 4BR, 2.5BA. Large kit w/Corian c-tops. 2-story 4BR,2.5BA. All Fresh Paint,New 1st Fir Carpet. Exquisite Maintenance Free Brick Ranch You can have it al!! 4BR, 2BA cape cod. 9'clgs on 1st fir.paver lined drive, deck w/paver foyer & Family rm. All appliances included. Hdwd In Foyer&Kit. New LR w/v!td ClgsS located on a quiet cu! desac. Lg kit w/ceramic Anderson windows. Well maintained. Bsmt has patio.birch cabs in kit,2WIC in mstr&1st fir Master w/soaker tub. Brick paver patio & Wndws. GR w/Baywndw&Gas FP. 9ft Clgs, Lib& tile, new cntrs&appls. Fp in FR. Updated 7' clgs. 2-car gar w/workshop! Walk to town! Indry. landscaped yard. 2nd Fir Lndry.HmWarr, BAs, wndws, a/c&Fin LL. immediate occupancy! MLS# 27180184 248-347-3050 MLS# 27221516 734-453-6800 MLS# 27221844 734-453-6800 MLSff 27222395 248-347-3050 MLS# 27222159

ALLEN PARK 38R.2.58A. Hdwd T/0. Vinyl In Kit & DR. Check the comps! New shingles, C/A, Kit cntrs, 3BR, 2.5BA brick ranch w/part fin LL. Located Bank owned. Priced to sell! 4BR 2BA brick, 3BR, home w/access to Woodland Lake! Kit w/ Convection oven. Anderson Wndws & Doorwall flrs&appi! Fenced yd, 2 car detachedgar w/ in Sunflower Sub, Canton. Fireplace,cathedral vinyl bungalow. Huge mstr. Large yard w/ pergo ftmg. Hdwd fir in Mstr. Neutral decor w/ opens to Patio. FR w/Nat FP. Landscaped. Front attached shed. Seller will inst closet in 3rd BR. clgs,French doors,bnck paver patio,newer inground pool. Canal frontage for the boaters. newer carpet t/o. Remod full BA w/ceramic & & rear sprinklers. M/D Approx. roof,2 car gar. Anderson wndws. silestone cntr. MLS# 27221864 734-453-6800 MLS# 27192464 248-347-3050 MLS#27215152 734-453-6800 MLS# 27221534 734-453-6800 MLS# 27222278

GARDEN CITY $122,500 J INDEPENDENCE 1st Time Home Owners Dream! Updated T/o 2BR.1BA Ranch located on 2 Irg country lots w/ A Lot Of Square Footage For The Money! 3BR.1 BA on historic street designed by Dutch What A Price Reduction! 3BR, 1 1/2 Brick Incl: 8A, kit fir & cntrs, carpet &paint t/o.siding, mature trees. Updated kit w/oak cabs&ceramic 3BR.2BA! Newer Hdwd Floors T/Q. Mstr w/WIC. architect. New updated white Kit. Lrg sunroom Ranch. Nice size Kit & Liv. Nat FP. Newer Vinyl roof, drywafl, 2 car gar dr, new a/c unit w/ firing. Newer wndws. Updated ba. Stone Oversized 1 1/1 Car Gar. Newer Roof&Furn. used as a den & many more updates. Come Trim & Wndws, Gutters w/leaf Guard. Patio & tranter warr. landscaping w/ponds. Stov,Refrig,Micro&Dishw, see this Gem! Deck. Newer Roof. MLS# 27160002 248-375-3050 MLS# 27214409 734-453-6800 MLS# 27217316 734-453-6800 MLSft 27219043 734-453-6800 MLS#27216613 734-453-680C

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Commercial/Industrial Vacation Office/Retail Space WFor /flf c Homes FoRenr ! @ Homes For Rent Homes For Rent ^} Homes For Rent Resort/Rentals Rooms For Rent Rooms For Rent Rent/Lease For Rent/Lease ROCHESTER DELRAY BEACH- BEDROOMS FOR RENT. LIVONIA - DESPERATE! LIVONIA (H.E.) - 2 bdrm, OAK PARK - 10 Mile & - 3 bdrm, partial• FARMINGTON HILLS BOCA, Tired of SUNRISE STUDIOS 3000 SF Industrial, remodeled, appliances, gar• Greenfield. $1050. Avail now. 3 ly finished bsmt, 2 car garage, $400-$450/mo. +1/4 utilities. Hamilton Business Center Cold weather? $25 OFF pay $1,970; you pay $1,450. age, option to buy. No pets. bdrm, 1.5 bath, new windows, tenced yard, quiet neighbor• Weekly rates avail. Canton Sub Executive suites starting at $120041700, 3-4 (248) 981-7793 . HOMES $750/mo.+sec. 248-685-8138' carpet. Miriam: 248-395-2200 hood. Call: (248) 375-2455 No Lease req. 734-837-6100 With This Ad $350/mo. T-1 internet availa• mo min. Regency Realty, Brand NEW A/C Rooms ble, Flexible lease terms. 1200 SF too. SHORT TERM RENTALS CANTON - Near I-275. No- LIVONIA - 2 bdrm ranch, OAK PARK Cindy: (561) 212-0222 TV/Phone / HBO/CABLE 248-324-3600 FOR RENT Remodeled 3 bdrm & MORE. Livonia, Canton, smoking & no-drinking. Male. REDFORD INDUSTRIAL cathedral ceilings, appliances, ranch, dining rm, garage, A/C, Northville, Plymouth & Novi. Quiet, $295/mo. LOW RATES COMMONS garage, fenced yard, $765/mo. GARDEN CITY - Single room Located In Canton immediate occupancy, option 248-921-2432, 248-348-4700 734-427-1300 Inkster & I-96, 1200-2600 New. No lease. 734-394-1557 offices from $150 & office + sec. Call: (248) 478-0213 to buy, $650. 248-788-1823 Livonia sq.ft. 14' high with overhead suites from $575. Utilities Starting at $649/mo GARDEN CITY Reliable person door & bathroom. LIVONIA - 2 bdrm, 1 bath, PLYMOUTH Search local FARMINGTON HILLS incl, 1st & 2nd floor. Ford & - 2,100 sq. ft. 3 with transportation. $80/wk. ; Professional roommate. Avail Call 85pm. 313-937-7933 hardwood, dining rm, sun rm, bdrm, 2 bath, C/A, family room businesses 1stwk. security dep. TRIPLE A DELUXE MOTEL Middlebelt. (734) 422-1195 Sharp 3 Bdrm, 2 BaSi garage, C/A, fenced yard. w/fireplace, 2 car, all appli• now! Furnished, immaculate, safe, convenient, $395 incl. Call 734-422-1663 A/C, Jacuzzi in rooms, maid homes from 924 sq.ft. $895/M0, (248) 388-2203 ances, walk to downtown & 3 hometownlife.com util., cable, internet. 813-205- NORTHVILLE or PLYMOUTH service, HBO. Low daily/wkly Sell it all with Lease/Option To Buy Appliances included parks. $1850, (734) 416-0260 rates. LIVONIA - Beautiful 3 bdrm, 1 9926 Downtown. 1st week with full Observer & Eccentric Pets welcome Sunrise Inn 734-427-1300 FARMINGTON HILLS Off 12 bath ranch, finished bsmt, PLYMOUTH YELLOW WESTLAND deposit. Furnished sleeping - Unfurnished rm, Tel-96 Inn 313-535-4100 1-800-579-SELL Mile btwn Orchard lake & deck, fenced yard, $1095/mo. 9054 Baywood, 3 bdrm, 1.5 rooms. Newly decorated. $90 Call Sandy at PAGES $100/wk. Share bath. Mature Royal Inn 248-544-1575 Middlebelt. 3 bdrm bungalow Call: (231) 392-6373 bath, bsmt, 2 car, $1,599/mo. weekly. Security deposit. woman preferred. Animal Fairlane 248-347,-9999 approx. 2000 sq. ft. w/full Call: (248) 471-9321 734-355-6453, 248-305-9944 GARDEN CITY Sun Homes LIVONIA 3 Bedroom ranch, WAYNE & WESTLAND lover a must! (734)469-8824 Relax Inn 734-595-9990 bsmt. All appliances. On 2 REDFORD - Newly Decorated Professional office 1000 sq.ft. 888-304-8941 fenced yd., a/c, garage, appli• PLYMOUTH New 2004, 4 3 bdrms, 1 with garage. Pets YPSILANTI Near Rawson- all or Part, 734-525,7400. acres. Quiet & beautiful! ances. $850/mo incl.water. bdrm, custom brick colonial, ok. $850-$950. ville/l-94 Clean, quiet executive Furnished, private bath, cable, Office/Retail Space For jflfc $1800/mo. rent Neg. terms Non smoking. 734-612-0408 2.5 bath, oak floors, stainless 734-612-7708 /734-722-8943 home on 9 acres. Master ste, lg. room w/kitchenette. Male. Rent/Lease W LIVONIA - 5 Mile/ Farmington on sale, 1st & last + 1 mo. util incl. $350. 734-658-8823 $115/wk. 313-387-9884 2 rooms 370sq.fi., $630/mo. 1 sec. Call Sue 248-770-5287 . "Offer expires 1/31/08 steel appliances, ingraund WESTLAND-3 bdrm, 1.5 bath CANTON-RETAIL room 156sq.ft, $230/mo. 2nd Exclusive Skyline/Clayton Retailer pool, 3 car. $2300/mo. D & H ranch. New kitchen. C/A. 1500-3000 sq.ft. retail space floor w/windows. Utilities hmttamiifmm Properties 248-888-9133. Basement, 2 1/2 car garage. A word to the wise, in new building. 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JENNY LEE WEDDING DRESS SECTIONAL DIRECTV Satellite television. YORKIE AKC PUPS $700. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF AUCTION - ESTATE 5 piece contemporary sec• Westland LIENED PROPERTY ANOTHER Couture Size 14 w/veii: Never FREE equipment, FREE 4 Pugs & mixes, $400 and up. tional, dark blue, like new, Sat.- Jan. 12-7pm ESTATE SALE been worn. Orig. price $5,000. room installation, FREE HD or 248-437-5725,248-767-1119 Notice is hereby given that a $250. 248-990-6467 closed bid sale will be held on Cultural Center BY IRIS Asking $2500. 734-834-5291 DVR receiver upgrade pack• Cell: 586-747-6961 LOOK January 24, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. 525 Farmer Fri.-Sat., Jan 11-12 ages from $29.99/mo. Call at 40671 Joy Road, Canton, Plymouth, Ml 10am-4pm Direct Sat TV for details 1- Michigan 48187, County of Furnishings & 6483 Maple Hills Drive Household Goods 800-380-8939 Wayne. AMERICA'S BUDGET in Knoliwood Painte Sub Many popular breeds STORAGE will sell to satisfy Accessories REFRIGERATOR GE 22.6 cu ft. (N. off Maple, btwn MEMORY FOAM THERA-PEU- including: Brussels Griffon, the lien on the property stored Collectibles/Antiques side by side $380; Range- Inkster & Franklin, enter, BED - $75 QUEEN TIC NASA-VISCO MATTRESS• Boxer, Bull-Dogs, Chihua• at 40671 Joy Road, Canton, Glassware Whirlpool 30in electric $220; Announcements < first home on the right) PILLOW TOP ES WHOLESALE! As seen on huas, Dachshund, Designer Michigan 48187, by the fol• Household Items Mattress Set, NEW in Plastic. Microwave-G£ SpacemakerXL TV. Twin $299, Full $349, No matter what Mixes, Min Pin, Morkies, Nolices lowing persons. The invento• •Matching designer sofas Sport Memorabilia Can Deliver 734-891-8481 $120; Sauder Classic Cherry Queen $399, King $499. Ail yo_re &okfog for, Papillion, Pekingese, Pom• ries listed .below were notated • Baker tables • leather computer armoire (assem• lounge chair - Bloch dish• sizes available! Dormia- eranians, Pugs, Shiba Inu, by the tenants at the time of Doii Collection BED - $225 KING bled) $80. 248-478-2662 Comfortaire Electric adjusta- a new home, a new Shih Tzu, Yorkies, etc.. WEIGHT LOSS rental. AMERICA'S BUDGET es • antique dishes • Star Trek Collectibles PILLOW TOP bles $799.00 FREE DELIVERY. Job, a new car, Himalayan Kittens CHALLENGER 101 STORAGE makes no represen• Baccarat* Lalique- huge Mattress Set. NEW in bag. 25-Year Warranty. 60 night Find the MEW YOU in 2008 at tation or warranty that the Casri/MC/Visa amount of crystal, plat• CLASSIFIEDS or maybe a Large Birds • Am Ex/Discover Can deliver. 734-891-8481 trial. 1-800-ATSLEEP WLC 101 .where you can lose units contain said inventories ters, goblets, etc. • long WORK! contractor to work weight and gain money. 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Monday Jan 14 at 6:30pm, & Venetian mirror'hand• Your Classifieds! 20 Years Tonight BED - $65 -1 ABSOLUTE ALL REDUCE YOUR CABLE BILL! *'Petland Credit Card & Westland Bailey Center. To bags by Judith Lieber, jcauctionservices.com BRAND NEW PILLOW-TOP Bargain Buys ^) Get a 4-room all-digital satel• Purchases over $199 pre-register or more info cafl: Fendi, Bottega • estate Queen Mattress in plastic. lite system installed for FREE 734-895-9242 jewelry'Much more! Can deliver 734-231-6622 CARPET BERBER OR PLUSH and programming starting 'Limited Time Offer IRIS KAUFMAN Sales (£> Whole house of carpet under $20.. FREE digital video 7100 Esiaie 248-626-6335 . CRIB Brand new, with all installed. Call for details. $979 recorders to new callers, SO Petland JAMES ADELSON accessories, mattress, chang• or less.: 248-673-8542 CALL NOW. 1-800-699-7159 Across from 248-240-326S ing tabie, bumper pad. $400 Westland Mall AFTER For The Appraisers & Liquidators for all or best offer. 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MOVING SALE: Ivory 5 piece Cameras & Supplies ^) mid-evil lanterns, artwork, wormed, 1 st shots. $600 each.co . Linda: 734-751-0064 Jan.12 & 13, 10am-5pm. bedroom set, oak 6 piece bed• WOODEN DESK-LARGE crystal & glassware, silver, Call after 4pm. 810-346-3303 23953 Research Dr. room set, upright freezer, sofa ELECTRIC ORGAN Excel, cond. 7 drawers. sterling, furs, rugs, wood PHOTO STUDIO LIQUIDATION Call to place your ad ai Farmington. tabie, washer, dryer, kids metal 2 tiers, dark oak, with bench, Listing In Cali: 734-420-3511 cabinets, china, porcelains, SALE Photo gear, Computers, 1-300-579-SEtL{7355S bunk bed, small TV, china cab• good condition, $150/best. linens, grandfathers clock, Office furniture, tools. Jan. 12 inet, kids dresser. Cali: 248-474-0325 Equipment @ dining set, chairs, sofas, 13, 10-5pm. 23953 Research GUINEA PIG - Needs good Over 10,000 Garage Sales ^) 734-927-5091; 313-407-7729. the Detroit tables, mirrors, lamps, 4 Dr., Farmington 48335 home. 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(248) 355-7515 Trucks for Sale AVIS FORD Bill Brown Ford HONDA CRV20044WD, SATURN VUE 2004, (734) 721-1144 AVIS FORD auto, auto, V-6, (248) 355-7515 CHEVY TRAIL BLAZERS, MERCURY MOUNTAINEER (734) 522-0030 (248) 355-7515 maroon, only 52K, one owner, 3.5 liter, metallic blue, 61K, CHEVY S-10 2000 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUN• FORD VAN 1998 2007, Xireme - 7 pass/4 Winter ready, several to great gas mileage & premium AWD, moon- moonroof, ABS, extra sharp, pickup, $5,995 with warranty. TRY 1997, leather, loaded, Captain, 5.4 V-8, good cond. NISSAN TITAN SE 2007, 4WD FORD EXPEDITION XLT 2000 roof, leather, navigation, only choose from, priced to sell. dependable, $14,990. serviced, $12,860. 1st time buyer program $3,995 with warranty. Maroon, tolly equipped, C-3 King cab, $24,998. 4x4, $8,998. $22,950. COLLINS MOTOR SALES COLLINS MOTOR SALES Hitch/brake control. $5,100. 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Lou LaRiche Chevrolet VEHICLES 734-525-0900 FOCUS SE 2007, great SATURN of PLYMOUTH 888-372-9836 TOWN CAR 2004, Sow miles, (734) 453-789D CROSSWORD PUZZLER (734) 721-1144 value, certified, $11,980. Stk #20153 one owner, certified, $19,222. MALIBU LTZ 2007, blue, V-6, GRAND PRIX GT 2006. TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 2006 Ask for Bryan O'Neil ACROSS full power, leather, chromes, 500 LIMITED 2005, leather, metallic blue, 32K one owner, 39 Mae West role Sport, auto, 4WD, $26,998. sharp! $15,995 moonroof, $15,500. Stk# North Bros. L/M 40 Brief greeting AVIS FORD P20298 extra clean, $13,490. 1 River floater 41 Rain slickers Answer to Previous Puzzle (248) 355-7515 MUSTANG 2005, V-6, TROY SATURN Of PLYMOUTH 5 Fast food 42 Like . (734) 721-1144 certified, $13,803. Stk# (734) 453-7890 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2007, (248) 283-6377 symbol of bricks 7C9276A 4WD, 3.3 V-6, auto, snow MALIBU'S 05-04, 10 to 9 Air-pump meas. 44 Romp about FORD FREESTAR 2007, 6 ZEPHYR 2006, very low GRAND PRIX GT2 2004, •••0 SUES white, winter ready, hurry only choose, all are loaded, some 12 Fizzy drink 46 Early yr. 100K warranty, miles, certified, 24,766. leather, moon, green, $11,995. one left $18,950. moonroofs, save, from $9,950. 13 Had been astronomer $15,960. Stk# P20367 Ask for Bryan O'Neil JOHN ROGIN BUICK Bob Jeannotte Pontiac 14 Steal trom 48 Principle HEBQDC1 0QQL1 Lou LaRiche Chevrolet FOCUS ZX3 2005, auto, 734-525-0900 air, $10,860. Stk#8C9017A North Bros. L/M 15 "Weilaway!" 51 Everybody (734) 453-2500 SDH mara 888-372-9836 FOCUS 2006, great gas, 17 Huge sum 52 Two semesters MONTE CARLO 1999 TROY GRAND PRIX GT2 20Q5, QlQDQHl HE TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SPORT Red, 120,000 miles, $11,500.7C1332A of money 54 Gutter site FORD ESCAPE 2008, V-6, (248) 283-6378 bright blue, leather, $14,995. 19 Even chance 55 Lawyer's thing- 2807, 29K, V-6, auto, air, leather interior, runs good, looks good, $3200. 4x4, 100K warranty, Bob Jeannotte Pontiac 21 Striped stone 56 Is, in Avila SESQ 09£3I1G]H] EH3ES] pw/pl, alloy wheels, $19,770. Call: (734) 525-3742 $19,940. P20321 22 First-aid boxes 57 Steel-mill BHE3 OSS SATURN of PLYMOUTH FORD FREESTAR 2007, (734) 453-2500 24 "Tao — Ching" refuse QDDS BEH3DDI3 (734) 453-7890 like new, 100K warranty, SUNFIRE 1999 Coupe, auto, 25 Previous to Crirysler-Plymouth {J^ $14,450, P20322 MAZDA 3i 2007 Sport 4 dr., air, only 29K, $5,995. DOWN BSD HHHC3 26 Treat a sprain auto, only 13K, silver, Bob Jeannotte Pontiac 27 Zipper Sports & Imported North Brothers FT CRUISER 2001 Limited, MP3/CD, great fuel economy (734) 453-2500 alternative Electronics mfr. loaded, moon, leather, $7,495 & dependable, only $13,600. 29 — Derek Cyberspace with warranty. BMW 325i 2003, low miles, SATURN of PLYMOUTH SUNFIRE 2003 2 dr., blue, of filmdom service 8-14 © 2007 United Feature Syndicate, Inc Financing for everyone. (734) 453-7890 sunroof, power options, CD, 31 Was victorious Squash exc cond.. must see, $16,895. COLLINS MOTOR SALES low miles. GM Certified. 32 911 destination Baja fast food 10 Walkman 22 New Zealand SATURN of PLYMOUTH WAYNE (734) 721-1616 734-524-1264 MAZDA 6i 2005, 48K, auto, $8,595. 33 Uh cousin "-—, shucks!" brand bird (734) 453-7890 FT CRUISER 2004, only 47K, air, pw/pi, tilt, cruise, moon, 23 Desktop 34 Dog sound Make a pit stop 11 Alpine goat silver, auto, one owner, clean, alloy wheels, $13,400. 35 Holding office symbol (734) 721-1144 Harvest haul 16 Sunflower st. $8,960. North SATURN Of PLYMOUTH 36 "Om,"for on e 8 Not him 18 Matador's foe 25 Ms. Bombeck VIBE 2006 Sport, 30K one SATURN of PLYMOUTH (734) 453-7890 38 Tell a whopper 9 Wrinkled fruit 20 Hardhearted 27 Wiener Brothers owner, dark blue, extra clean, schnitzel base (734) 453-7890 TL 2003 3.2 4 dr., white, PROTEGE 2000, $13,850. A steal. 10 11 28 Knick-knack beautilul auto, must see, SEBRING LIMITED 2002 $ 4,998. 29 —a-brac " AVIS FORD SATURN of PLYMOUTH $15,480. Convertible, $9,950. I 30 Raw metals Value Lot (248) 355-7515 (734) 453-7890 34 Bitterly cold SATURN of PLYMOUTH Lou LaRiche Chevrolet Great Selection ot VIBE 2007, silver, 28K, auto, 36 Kind of van 18 (734) 453-7890 888-372-9836 Budget Vehicles power pkg, like new, $13,990. 37 Necklace's SEBRING LXi 2001, 72k, place FORD RANGER 2003 SATURN of $6,495 with warranty. supercab 4x4, cap, full 39 Relaxes GRAND MARQUIS 2003, PLYMOUTH COLLINS MOTOR SALES power, $11,840. Stk# 20,000 miles, very clean, (734) 453-7890 41 Blends WAYNE (734) 721-1616 7T6325A $12,733. 42 Food additive CENTURY 2004, loaded, only CHEVY TRACKER 2002 4 43 Bedtime story 6,500 miles, like new, full dr., 4x4, 49,340. Ask for Bryan O'Neil 44 Charges power, $15,950. Stk#8T6025A North Bros. L/M 45 Gulf st. JOHN ROGIN BUICK NAVIGATOR DVD 2003 47 Caustic 734-525-0900 INTREPID 2001, full power, Has it all! $23,460. P20344 TROY I0N2 2005 Quad coupe, auto, solution low miles, $6,495. FORD RANGER 1998 silver, only 33K, extra clean, LACROSSE CXL 2007. white, (248) 283-6377 49 Biologist's Supercab 4x4, $7,850. extra cool, $10,790. full power, leather, alloys. GM Bill Brown Ford eggs Stk# 7T5000A GRAND MARQUIS 2004. SATURN of PLYMOUTH Certified, $17,998. (734) 522-0030 FORD RANGER 2005, certified, 3.9 Apr O.A.C. 50 Eldest (734) 453-7898 March girl $7,995. P20186 $13,622 NEON ES 2000 4 dr., one ESCORT 2000, auto, air, 53 Nile god Ask for Bryan O'Neil L300 2002, V-6, auto, front (734) 721-1144 owner, auto, air, $4,295. $3,740. 8C8129A wheel drive, power pkg, FORD ESCAPE 2003, North Bros. L/M LACROSSE CXS 2007, 10 to Bob Jeannotte Pontiac clean, 1 owner, $8,750. cruise, $7,980. choose, leather, loaded, low TROY (734) 453-2500 MUSTANG GT 1999, miles, some moonroofs, from SATURN of PLYMOUTH $6,850 (248) 283-6377 $17 950 NEON SE 2005, low miles, (734) 453-7890 'JOHN ROGIN BUiCK $7,998, GRAND MARQUIS GS 2004, L300 2003, V-6, auto, 52K, 734-525-0900 AVIS FORD North Brothers what a ride, $12,160. (248) 355-7515 NORTH BROTHERS FORD loaded, extra clean, $9,780. LUCERNE CXS 2007, 6 to (734) 524-1264 SATURN of PLYMOUTH choose, leather, loaded, low miles, from $20,950. MILAN 2007, leather, certified, (734) 453-7890 JOHN ROGIN BUICK 734-524-1318 low payment. $18,344- SATURN SL1 2002 4 Dr., air, SiXDOKIA 734-525-0900 ESCORT ZX2 1990, full Ask for Bryan O'Neil auto, cruise, pi, pw, ps, CD, power, nice nice car' $3,995 am-fm stereo. Silver, runs PARK AVENUE 2000, leather, North Bros. L/M Fun By The With warranty. 1st time huyer TAURUS 2006, certified, low great! $ 4,750, 248-375-1488 loaded, heat seats, sharp!! program available. miles $11,984, Numbers Save, $6,950. TROY 6 7 COLLINS MOTOR SALES Ask for Bryan O'Neil SKY ROADSTER 2007, 8K, 5 JOHN ROGIN BUICK WAYNE (734) 721-1616 (248) 283-6377 speed, air, pw/pl, tilt, cruise, Like puzzles? 734-525-0900 North Bros. L/M 9 7 5 8 6 FIVE HUNDRED 2006 MONTEGO 2005, certified, Wow. save huge, $21,900. Then you'll love REGAL LS 1998, leather, Limited, AWD, navigation, TROY only 19,000 miles. $16,633 SATURN Of PLYMOUTH sudoku. This loaded, sharp!! Only $5,950. only 18K, $19,995. (248) 283-6377 Ask for Bryan O'Neil (734)453-7890 4 7 1 9 JOHN ROGIN BUICK Bill Brown Ford mind-bending 734-525-0900 TAURUS 2007, 10 to choose, North Bros. L/M puzzle will have from $11,995. All colors. (734) 522-0030 TROY 6 4 3 5 you hooked from Bill Brown Ford FOCUS 2006 (248) 283-6377 the moment you Auto, air, low miles, $6800 (734) 522-0030 CAMRY LE 2004 4 square off, so TYME AUTO SABLE LS 2003 premium pkg, Immaculate. $5700. CTS 2005, leather, moon roof, (734) 455-5566 TAURUS SE 2000 Wagon, V-6, auto, power moon, TYME (734) 455-5566 sharpen your loaded, sharp'! Only $17,950, gold, very clean, must see, leather, multi-CD, ABS, power CAMRY IE 2007, gray, auto, 4 5 9 2 1 7 pencil and put JOHN ROGIN BUICK FOCUS SE 2006, green, 30 $5,995. MPG, very nice, low miles. seats. $9,450. dr., 27K, one owner, -extra your sudoku 734-525-0900 Bill Brown Ford $11,995. SATURN of PLYMOUTH clean, new tires, $16,850. savvy to the test! 1 7 9 DEVILLE 2002, one owner, Bill Brown Ford (734) 522-0030 (734) 453-7890 SATURN of PLYMOUTH leather, crimson red, $12,995. (734) 522-0030 TAURUS SE 2007, aluminum (734) 453-7890 Bob Jeaitnotte Pontiac 6 2 4 8 7 wheels, spoiler, $11,950. COROLLA LE 2006, auto, air, (734) 453-2500 Lou LaRiche Chevrolet 28K, white, $12,995. SENTRA 2005 4 dr., silver 3 DEVILLE 2005, 3 to choose, For The Bob Jeannotte Pontiac 5 888-372-9836 bullet, 4 cylinder, auto, priced leather, moonrool, Sully loaded, Level: Beginner Sow miles, from $20,950. TAURUS SE 2807, sharp!! to save $8,950. (734) 453-2500 Low miles, loaded, save, only Here's How It Works: JOHN ROGIN BUICK Most Lou LaRiche Chevrolet 734-525-0900 $10,950. Volkswagen Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine JOHN ROGIN BUICK 888-372-9836 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each SRX 2004, leather, moonroof, Complete 734-525-0900 heated seats, fully loaded, BEETLE GLS 2002 2 dr., auto, TAURUS SEL 2007, Certified, row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, $17,950. moon, $10,998. $11,940. Stk# P20337 column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will JOHN ROGIN SUICK AVIS FORD Rental NORTH BROTHERS FORD appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The 734-525-0900 ALERO 2002 4 dr., black, low (248) 355-7515 (734) 524-1264 miles. $5,995 with warranty. more numbers you name, the easier it gets to soive the puzzie! JETTA GL 2003, 5 speed TAURUS SES 2001, silver, low COLLINS MOTOR SALES Listing In WAYNE (734) 721-1616 manuel trans, 2.1, ABS, power miles, $6,995. pkg, CD, silver, $10,440. Bill Brown Ford ALERO 2002, dark green, SATURN Of PLYMOUTH AVE0 2006 4 dr., black, air, the Detroit sunroof, $5,495^ auto, CD, GM Certified, 100K (734) 522-0030 (734) 453-7890 powertrain, $8,988. Bob Jeannotte Pontiac THUNDERBIRD 2005 JETTA GLX 2001 V-6 2.8 liter, Area...Look Hardtop, 11K, $27,998. (734) 453-2500 leather, moon, loaded, $7,495 AViS FORD ALERO GLS 2003 4 dr., silver, with warranty. 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Trailer air, tilt, AM/FM stereo, ABS, a FOCUS ZX4 2006, auto, hitch. Grey, very good condi• BONNEVILLE SLE 1998, leather, moon, low miles, steal, $9,450. tion. Lynn after 7 p.m. $6500. sharp, silver, only $4,995. It's ADXE S CNL I O $11,998. 734-459-7971 SATURN of PLYMOUTH AVIS FORD Bob Jeannotte Pontiac (248) 355-7515 E R W C H I S T (734) 453-7890 (734) 453-2500 FOCUS ZX5 2006, moon, COBALT LS 2007; only 1,500 BONNEVILLE SSEI 2003, all heated seats, 9K, $11,998. miles, auto, air, CD, sharp! Black, power moon, leather, AVIS FORD XG350-L 2005, leather, moon, TEACH R I C E $10,950. chrome wheels. $10,795. (248) 355-7515 $12,998. JOHN R0G1N BUICK AVIS FORD Bob Jeannotte Pontiac A T H L E E R H N 734-525-0900 FUSION 2006, certified, very (248) 355-7515 about clean. Low payments'. $15,176 (734) 453-2500 COBALT LT 2007, blue, sun• roof, power options, 3.735 Ask tor Bryan O'Neil G-6 GT'S 2005-06, 2 to RNURS EVAEG actual miles, GM Certified, North Bros. L/M choose, sunroof, heated $13,998: feather, GM Certified, from $12,995. results! TROY SPECTRA 2003, loaded, $6,450. Stk# 8C1070A TEDOCTORF I (248) 283-6377 (734) 721-1144 NORTH BROTHERS FORD FUSIONS 2007,14 to choose, (734) 524-1264 (734) 721-1144 ; HHR 2007, like new, great IPMUSICIAN all colors, low miles, name G6 2006, auto, air, gray, MPG. $12,700. Stk 8C8052A your price! certified, 20K, $13,995. NORTH BROTHERS FORD Bill Brown Ford S R M I O P W (734) 524-1264 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac (734) 522-0030 CHEROKEE 2000 4x4, 6 cylin• IMPALA 2003, $7,995 with (734) 453-2500 warranty. MUSTANG 2004 Convertible, der, auto, $5,995 with warran• TAAZOTEN J E ty. G6 2006-85, 12 fa choose, COLLINS MOTOR SALES dark blue, 22K, auto, $13,495. some moonroofs, auto, WAYNE (734) 721-1616 COLLINS MOTOR SALES WAYNE (734) 721-1616 loaded, from $11,950. Bob Jeannotte Pontiac JOHN ROGIN BUICK DC REPORTER IMPALA 2007, GM Certified, GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 734-525-0900 as low as 2.9% APR. Several (734) 453-2500 2003 4x4, red, $9,995 with G6 2007 4 dr., silver, V-6, to choose from. MUSTANG 2005, 5 speed, warranty. power options, alloys, sharp! CH ECK VOl IRA iHSWERSHIER E CHECK YOUR ANSWERS HERE Lou LaRiche Chevrolet $13,998. Financing for everyone! COLLINS MOTOR SALES $14,998 888-372-9836 AVIS FORD ...and it's L 9 6 8 WAYNE (734) 721-1616 e * s e L Q a x y o d a a a (248) 355-7515 IMPALA LS 2005. moon roof, 8 L 9 6 9 r N V T MUSTANG 2006 Convertible, GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO (734) 721-1144 I e z 3 a x 0 z v CD, leather, fully loaded, only all here! Z 10K, auto, $19,998. 2004 Very low miles, $99 a V H s $13 950 G6 GTP 2007, silver, black s 9 6 e L 8 * L Z a M. a 0 1 w AVIS FORD ' down. $121 mo. No co-signer. 1 JOHN ROGIN BUiCK TYME AUTO (734) 455-5566 leather, moon, loaded & E N I 0 1 snw (248) 355-7515 L L Z 9 6 8 9 £ X 734-525-0900 showroom condition, priced r a 0 x D 0 a 3 X MUSTANG GT 1999 GRAND CHEROKEE LTD 2005 to sell at $17,640. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING e 6 9 8 9 L V Z $ IMPALA SS 2006, V-8, auto, Convertible, 35th Anniversary. - 5.7 Hemi, navigation + enter• 0 3 V A(H sua silver stone metallic, low 15K, $13,998. tainment center. 60K miles, SATURN of PLYMOUTH 8 9 e 6 1-800-579-SELL Z I L N H 3 I 3 1 H X miles, two to choose from. AVIS FORO services done, New Michelin (734) 453-7890 (7355) o 6 L 9 9 Z (248) 355-7515 tires, light Khaki, excel cond. e m ^ 3 H 3 V L ,a, .0) a( a Lou LaRiche Chevrolet $19,995. Call: 248-763-8202 GRAND PRIX 2005, bur• a ui % MUSTANG GT 2003 gundy, 27K, full power, XM FAX YOUR AD 9 £ 8 S z V L V 6 (IS i W H H DjA Is g 888-372-9836 in Convertible, triple black, 5 LIBERTY LIMITED 2003 4x4, Radio, GM Certified, hurry 734 953-2232 6 8 9 9 O I N 3 S 3 X a v MAL1BU 2002 Classic, auto, speed, $15,995. low miles, $13,495. oniy $13,495. z L e I / l2J INTERNETADDRESS air, $6,830. 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| any years ago, I made a resolution to stop making new year's resolutions, and I I'm proud to say I've stuck to it I do, however, enjoy looking back on the year gone by. 2007witnessed gome truly peachy products and services (along with a few lemons); I've corralled some of the year's best and worst

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Tech Sawy IPH0NE I know it's the obvious Rick Broida choice, but nothing else came close. The iPhone redefines the category, proving that a cell phone can do more than just make and take calls. A lot more. In addition to calling amenities like visual voicemail, the iPhone serves up music, mov• ies, photos, and Web browsing that's func• tional instead of aggravating. Here's hoping 2008 brings new models with more storage and a raster network.

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For working parents who want to keep tabs on their kids' whereabouts, there's no better solution than Chaperone. In addition to real-time location tracking, it can alert you when a child reaches a designated area (like home or school). Your child will need a Chaperone-compat- ible phone (standard prices apply) and the service itself, which costs $9-99 monthly. That's a small price to pay for this kind of peace of mind. (Even so, I'm still waiting for Verizon to get smart and make it free.)

Local chef is Mary Beckerman and her creations of raw, healthful gourmet desserts.

BASIC ALMOND COOKIE BY MARY BECKERMAN on a quest to / cup almonds (soaked and dehydrated) % cup walnuts (soaked and dehydrated)

I & l/i cup pitted dates (about 15) The best PC game of 2007, BioShock sends you to '/* teaspoon almond extract retro/futuristic underwater city where something stop cooking pinch of salt has gone horribly wrong. You will need a food dehydrator to dry the nuts. BEST GAME: BIOSHOCK Or, see bottom information for a variation. In a food Imagine waking up inside a Stephen King processor with an S blade add almonds and walnuts and BY LANA MINI novel and youll have a pretty good idea what process till crumbly. STAFF WRITER if s like to play BioShock. Somehow retro and Add extract, salt and dates one at 3 time while process• futuristic at the same time, BioShock com• hef Mary Beckerman has a solution for ing till entirely mixed. Use a small scooper to form into bines terrific storytelling (yes, storytelling!) those who want to eat well, but have one-inch balls. Place on tray in refrigerator for about one with white-knuckle first-person action. little time to cook: hour. Garnish with one blanched almond on each cookie Though 1 don't recommend it for casual C Beckerman creates cookes that are not baked - every Variations: Coat with shredded coconut to make "Almond gamers or those with low-end PCs (it requires Stop cooking. dish is actually good for you. Coco-NUT Snowballs." Coat with fine almond flour and Simple. garnish with whole almond, fresh raspberry and date jam a lot of horsepower), I definitely rank it as my Just stop cooking and eat your food raw. digestive tracts are the same as herbivores, to make "Thumbprint Jewels." Or, add one-quarter cup favorite game of2007- Does the idea of just chewing naturally on not carnivores." cocoa powder, replace almond extract with vanilla and a celery stalk sound boring? Probably. In the coat with cocoa to make "Heavenly Truffles" You can still modern world, we rarely eat food in its pure LIVING RAW make cookies if you are not able to soak and dehydrate the BEST PRODUCT: MAGICJACK form — unless it's in a salad. Beckerman is president of Lovin' Goodies nuts. However, soaking and dehydrating releases enzymes Almost too good to be true, the $40 But Beckerman's meals are raw and not and Marbec Ltd. Her passion are delicious trapped inside nuts. MagicJack (magicjack.com) plugs into a limited to bowls of lettuce. cuisine and superior nutrition, and her work USB port and provides unlimited local and A food connoisseur and professional chef, to cultivate healthy minds, bodies, aud long- distance calling for Beckerman relishes gourmet cuisine. spirits is done through demonstration work• COLLARO GREEN WRAPS BY RAWGURU.COM one year. After that, The only difference between her and the shops, catering, training and consultations. NuttyFUling it's $20 per year. You majority of the us is that her decadent foods She also chairs the Healthy U Steering '/s cup soaked hazelnuts supply the phone: % cup soaked sunflower seeds aren't cooked. She's part of the growing raw Committee program at the Jewish „s any corded, hand• food movement is spreading nationwide in Community Center, where she is developing % cup soaked almonds set or base sta• popularity. programs in partnership with health organi• 1-2 sticks celery (chopped) tion will do. Raw pasta (zucchini or squash based); raw zations such as Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit % cup of water The only 1 tablespoon olive oil downsides: deserts of cakes and cookies; gourmet wraps Medical Center, Abbot Labs and Weight 1 tablespoon agave nectar (found at natural food

of kale, raw dairyless cheeses derived from Watchers. stores, it looks like honey) You can't almonds or cashews and breads that are Beckerman teaches classes and also works 3 tablespoons lemon juice transfer your dehydrated rather than baked are part of the with corporations to help offer healthier Salt to taste existing phone cuisine. Raw foods are so nutritious and low foods in their cafeterias; less employee sick• The top product of 2007, number (one Process everything for the filling in a food processor. reason this in fat, there's hardly such thing as over-eat• ness saves money. MagicJack offers unlimited Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the nutty filling in each collard ing — so you can eat all you want and stay "Plant foods also promote healthy weight local and long-distance phone works best as a green. Tie 1 green onion around the wrap to keep it from second line), and trim. and help prevent chronic illnesses such as falling apart. Garnish the sides with chopped tomatoes. calls for just $40. Sound intriguing? diabetes and heart disease," Beckerman you have to leave Chef Beckerman, of West Bloomfield, is said and groups like the American Cancer a computer running 24/7- But who cares? a graduate of both Wayne State University Institute confirm. SPAGHETTI $40!

and Living Light Culinary Arts Institute in Stylish, svelte, physically fit and radiating 4 yellow zucchini cut on a saladacco, toss in a dash of California. She's lived a raw, vegan diet for with energy, Beckerman is one of those peo• lemon juice and set aside. years, meaning none of her food is cooked ple who never seem tired even though she's a Sauce BEST MUSIC STORE: AMAZ0NMP3 over 118 degrees because any temperature multitasker. 2 cups organic cherry tomatoes Better late than never: It took Amazon above that mark kills essential enzymes and Eyes turned to her recently as she walked 1 cup sun dried tomatoes soaked in three-quarter cup years to get into the music-download game, other nutrients, she said. through the Rugby Grille of the Townsend water for 90 minutes but it was worth the wait. AmazonMP3 All of her foods are plant-based. She Hotel. Her long auburn hair, designer cloth• 1 teaspoon tomato paste (amazonmp3.com) sells restriction-free refrains from all meats, poultry, fish, eggs, ing and cosmetics seemed to scream: celeb• 2 dates, soaked for two hours MP3s that play on any computer or por• dairy and other animal by-products. She's a rity. 3 tablespoons olive oil table device. No hassles, no b.s., just fair and 2 curves garlic affordable music downloads. vegan — a term that is also soaring in popu• And raw food is credited as a beauty and 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

larity since the New York Times Bestselling healthy lifestyle for many celebrities like 1 pinchfresh oregano Amazon just added Warner Music's cata•

book and cookbook Skinny Bitch came out Demi Moore, Woody Harrelson, and Red 1 handfulfresh basil log, bringing its library close to 3 million

last year. Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kedis. 1 teaspoon sea salt songs. For anyone who likes to buy music "If humans were meant to eat animal prod• She's catered for David Bowie, Kiss and online, there's no reason to shop anywhere ucts, we wouldn't have to cook or pasteurize Aerosmith. Blend sauce ingredients until smooth. Add a little else. it to make it safe," Beckerman said. "Humans soaked water from the tomatoes for a thinner sauce. Toss are herbivores by nature — our teeth and Please see RAW, D2 with "spaghetti" and top with blended almonds if desired. Please see TECH SAVVY, D2

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TECH SAVVY to give away the store, and I 2005 version). RAW exotic greens, pomegranates, without sacrificing flavor. FROM PAGE D1 love them for it. Unfortunately, we're stuck FROM PAGE D1 avocados and sprouts. Her Other courses include: with it. Although a handful of dessert was a raw pistachio guide to managing your raw WORST PRODUCT: PC vendors still offer Windows Beckerman said humbly parfait. food kitchen, eat your veg• BEST TECH COMPANY: GOOGLE WINDOWS VISTA XP, at some point we'll all be that her beauty comes from gies, low-fat diets, beyond Google could charge for living in a Vista world. It's within. She hasn't had a flu TEACHING RAW dairy, wheat and gluten-free Gmail and I'd pay for it. We waited all those years almost enough to make me or cold in years, she said. Beckerman teaches raw diets, peak performance for Google could charge for Picasa for this? Microsoft's new OS want to buy a Mac. Almost. "I'm healthy on the inside food classes at several loca• athletes and divine desserts. and I'd pay for it. is a sluggish, buggy, complex and maybe that radiates to tions including Designs She teaches how to make Same goes for Google Docs, disaster. I can't think of a sin• WORST TIME-WASTER: the outside," she said. "I put Unlimited in Birmingham foods like pies, tarts, cookies, Google Earth, and countless gle new feature that makes it SCRABUL0US living foods, fresh foods into where this month's class is cakes and candies; wraps and other Google applications and worth having, except perhaps my body. Why do we want to about healthy condiments more. services. for Media Center (which has I don't use social-networking eat dead foods?" and sauces. Beckerman currently But the company continues changed for the worse over the service Facebook for anything Dead food, raw foodists say, "There's so much sugar serves as director of corpo• except Scrabulous, the star- is food cooked at the 118 and hidden fats in our condi• rate wellness at Trillacorpe, tlingly addictive turn-based degree mark or above. Many ments," she said. "It's an easy an international government Scrabble knockoff played studies help validate the raw way to improve your diet. contractor focused on health online against friends (real case. For example, it's known In February she'll teach care, homeland security, and and virtual). now that olive oil cooked too a class there about healthy environmental clean-up. Plus It's great fun, but it can eas• high can cause the release of meals for families and in she's director of wellness ily eat up 30 minutes of my free radicals and kill the oil's March the topic is super- for the annual Raw Spirit day before I even realize it. I antioxidant effects, accord• cleansing foods. At the Whole Festival in Sedona, Ariz., the may have to break my no-reso• ing to the U.S. Department of Foods store in Ann Arbor most prestigious raw event lutions resolution and resolve Health and Human Services. she's taught courses orl raw in the country. She received to break the habit! Preparing raw foods is easy desserts and wraps — which extensive food service train• and can please the most fin• she will do again this year. ing while working at Hyatt Rick Broida writes about comput• icky eater because you can Her raw fundamental Corporation. ers and technology for the Observer still have foods like pizza and courses teach the importance "I don't care how old you S Eccentric Newspapers. Broida, of chips, just healthy versions of of incorporating more living are — everybody wants ener• Commerce Township, is the co-author it, Beckerman said. foods into the diet. gy and vibrancy," she said. of numerous books, including How When Beckerman dines at Her "antioxidant and phy- "Everybody wants to feel to Do Everything with Your Paim the Rugby Grille she works tochemicals" class teaches good, and if they're not get• Powered Device, Sixth Edition. He wel• with chefs there who prepare about nutrients and delicious ting that from their current comes questions sent to rick.broida@ raw meals for her. On one day ways to incorporate antioxi• diet, I'm going to tell them gmail.com. she had a gourmet salad with dants, vitamins and minerals it's time for a change."

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