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BYDARRELLCLEM OBSERVER STAFF WRITER Thrilled by her new Miss Michigan title, Fund Westland's own Ashlee Baracy will use her lame to draw attention to breast cancer, a disease her mother, Janet, battled successfully five years ago. Baracy, 23, was crowned Saturday before a crowd of 1,400 people at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater. Her latest achievement came after her family recently celebrated her mother's five-year milestone of remaining can- BY SUE MASON ed for a $130 increase for fiscal cer free. • OBSERVER STAFF WRITER 2008-09. However, as it stands "All of this was so timely," Baracy said now, the district's increase Monday during a telephone interview from A Wayne-Westland school could be $90, well below the Muskegon, where she was preparing to accom- official is hoping state law- rate of inflation, Baracy said. pany reigning Miss America Kirsten Haglund, makers will focus on funding He added that $80 million last year's Miss Michigan, to a photo shoot. current school programs and is earmarked for initiatives, an Baracy already has started a Web site, www. wait until the state's economy amount that equates to $50 bcdaughters.com, aimed at supporting daugh- improves to finance new initia- per student. That would get ters whose mothers are battling breast cancer. tives. the district closer to the $130 An only child, she made her mother and father, The proposed state school mark, but declining enrollment Kevin Baracy, proud long before she became aid bill is currently before a could wash it away. Projections Miss Michigan. state House-Senate conference show 26,000 students leaving "She has worked so incredibly hard," Janet committee to hammer out dif- the state this year and a like Baracy said. "We're just very, very proud of ferences, primarily over the number next year and that, 400 her." amount of money earmarked school districts will report an Ashlee Baracy won more than $11,000 in for new programs like the 21st enrollment loss this fall. scholarships and other prizes Saturday night, century small high school ini- He added that state Rep. capturing academic, community service and tiative. Richard LeBlanc and Sen. preliminary swimsuit awards. Her talent por- "We need to take care Glenn Anderson, whose tion was lyrical dance to IRunjbrLife. of the existing programs' districts take in portions of Moreover, she will represent Michigan in funding until Michigan is Wayne-Westland, realize the Las Vegas on Jan. 24, when she will compete healthy," said Wayne-Westland importance of putting the in the Miss America competition. She's hoping Superintendent Greg Baracy. money into current programs for back-to-back wins for her home state. "The programs arc well inten- that benefit Wayne-Westland, Baracy, the niece of Wayne-Westland tioned, but the timing's not Livonia and surrounding school Community Schools Superintendent Greg right." districts. Baracy, proved that her third attempt to According to Baracy, $32 "Both have voiced opposition become Miss Michigan was the charm. million is earmarked for the to the small high school initia- "I'm so humbled and honored," she said. small high school initiative tive and for putting money in "Out of the three years I have competed, I've which would be available to it," Baracy said. "We are appre- never been with such talented and gracious high schools with low gradua- ciative of their efforts because young women." tion rates. If the program were we know they're under a lot of Baracy, a competitive dancer since age 5, delayed, it could mean an addi- pressure to support the small attended Madison Elementary, Stevenson tional $20 per Wayne-Westland high school initiative." Middle School and John Glenn High, where student or $250,000 that could Saying that efforts to ham- she was a valedictorian. She earned her bach- TOM HAWLEY j STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER be used "to add teachers or buy mer out a compromise bill is at Westland's Ashlee Baracy poses with her crown and sash in her backyard for her first newspaper buses." a "critical state," Baracy encour- Please see BARACY, A2 photo since being crowned Miss Michigan 2008. According to Baracy, the pro- aged lawmakers to "put some of posed per pupil increase ranges the proposed earmarked money from $52 to $110, but could be in the foundation allowance." more if the state waits to on the "Every school district in the , initiatives. Wayne-Westland state will benefit," he said. receives $7,896 per student in state school aid and has budget- [email protected] | (734) 953-2712

BY SUE MASON went to punch the bicyclist, but OBSERVER STAFF WRITER hit him with his forearm," price said. "The riderwa s knocked off BYDARRELLCLEM ing and entering a business. A A 19-year-old Westland man the bike and hit his head on the OBSERVER STAFF WRITER not-guilty plea was entered for faces a preliminary hearing pavement." him, and he was jailed with a Thursday on a charge of assault- He was transported to An alert neighbor helped $50,000 cash bond. ing and injuring a bicyclist who Oakwood Annapolis Hospital in Westland police nab two sus- , George already was on proba- was riding to the 7-Eleven store Wayne and airlifted to Oakwood pects accused of breaking into tion for an unarmed robbery in at Hix and Cherry Hill to return Hospital in Dearborn where he Sport-Way, a west-side business Dearborn, Adams said. empty bottles. is in stable condition. According that offers miniature golf, bat- A second defendant, 19- Akim Bashire Hunter, 19, was to Price, the victim sustained a ting cages, go-carts and other year-old Angela Rene Bond of arraigned in 18th District Court fractured skull behind his right recreational amenities. Detroit, was arraigned on the June 19 on a charge of aggravat- ear and is a medical-induced The neighbor heard loud same charge, although she was ed assault following the incident coma after doctors removed a noises as one suspect was using a released on a personal bond. that occurred about 10 p.m. June portion of his skull to relieve the sledge hammer to break through She was described by Adams as 16 on Avondale east of Hix. pressure on his brain. a roof of the building on Ford the alleged lookout during the According to Westland Police Hunter was arraigned before west of Hix, police Sgt. Todd incident, but she has no criminal Sgt. Ed Price, a 22-year-old visiting Judge Gail McKnight Adams said. The incident hap- history. Westland man and his com- who set bond at $50,000 cash/ pened around 4:20 a.m. Sunday. Bokos also entered a not- panion, a 20-year-old Superior surety. The neighbor called police, guilty plea for Bond. Township woman, were riding Hunter was on a felony proba- prompting a swift response from The pair will be back in court their bicycles on Avondale when tion for second-degree hottie officers. July 3 for a preliminary hear- a car pulled up behind them, invasion and receiving and TOM HOFFMEVER|STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER "When they showed up, they ing that will determine whether honked the horn and the pas- concealing stolen property and saw (the suspects) running from they should stand trial in Wayne senger shouted that they were was wanted on a felony warrant the building," Adams said. County Circuit Court. If con- blocking the road. in Detroit, Price said. If found Defendant Cecil Deandre victed, they could face penalties Price said there was a verbal guilty, he could face one year in President George W. Bush speaks during the Max M. Fisher George, 20, of Detroit was ranging up to 10 years in prison. altercation and the passenger jail. National Republican Leadership Award Dinner Wednesday evening arraigned Monday in front of According to Adams, George told the driver to stop the car. at Laurel Manor in Livonia. See story on page A3. 18th District Judge C. Charles had a ladder in his hands when "She did and he got out and . [email protected] | (734) 953-2112 Bokos on a charge of break- police arrived on the scene.

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IN HER OWN WORDS Ham radio operators test skills in national event Hi everyone, I am humbled and elated to Members of the Garden City emergency management pro- all else foils..."i s more than just this is not your grandfather's sit here (at 3:30 a.m.) to write Ham Radio Club will be show- gram. Their most common role words to the hams as they prove radio anymore," said Allen Pitts to you as Miss Michigan 2008. ing off their emergency capabil- is that of SKYWARN spotters, they can send messages in many of the ARRL. "The communica- Tonight has truly been a whirl- ities this weekend during a field acting as the eyes and ears of forms without the use of phone tions networks that ham radio wind and I am beyond grateful day event at the Maplewood the National Weather Service systems, the Internet or any people can quickly create have for the outpouring of support Community Center. to assure timely watches and other infrastructure that can be saved many lives in the past you all have shown me. As I Club members will be par- warnings for the public. compromised in a crisis. More months when other systems walked into the theater today ticipating in the National Ham Operators are also an than 34,000 amateur radio failed or were overloaded." for one last time this year, I was Radio Emergency Test this important part of the Garden operators across the country There are 654,000 Amateur at such an ease putting fate weekend from their radio sta- City Community Emergency participated in last year's event. Radio operators in the U.S., in God's hands. I have always tion at Maplewood. The sta- Response Team (CERT) and During the recent tornadoes and more than 2.5 million strongly believed that every- tion can operate on emergency were recently activated to check and in Hurricane Katrina, around the world. Through thing happens for a reason and I power and will be used to main- on the welfare of residents and Amateur Radio - often called the ARRL, ham volunteers was at peace with the path that tain contact with other ham distribute safety information Ham radio - was often the only provide emergency communi- was soon to be chosen for me. I radio operators across the coun- during an extended power out- way remaining forpeopl e could cations for the Department of am extremely honored to rep- PHOTO COURTESY OF ALAN CARSON try and potentially world-wide age. The National Emergency communicate. Homeland Security's Citizens' resent the other 26 AMAZING Miss Michigan 2007 Gina Valo places during the test. Test will assess their ability to Showing the newest digital Corps, Salvation Army, Federal contestants from this year's the crown on the newest Miss The event will begin at 2 p.m. maintain contact with other and satellite capabilities, voice Emergency Management Miss Michigan pageant. I truly Michigan, Ashlee B a racy of Westland. Saturday and continue for2 4 communities using exclusively communications and even his- Agency and hundreds of state believe our state has some ofthe hours. Citizens are encouraged amateur radio assets. toric Morse code, hams from and local agencies, all for free. most intelligent and talented standing in the "final two" spot to visit the station 2- 9 p.m. Using only emergency power across the USA will be holding To learn more about Amateur young women in the country! ... to then hear my name called Saturday and 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. supplies, ham operators will public demonstrations of their Radio, go online to www. I am very blessed to have been as the new Miss Michigan! Sunday. construct emergency stations in emergency communications WeDoThat-Radio.org. The able to spend a week with these You can find pictures of my Garden City ham operators parks, shopping malls, schools abilities. public is invited to come, meet exceptional ladies and cannot crowning moment on both the provide several critical services and back yards around the "We hope that people will the hams and see what modern wait to see what this next year Miss Wayne County Web site for the public through the city's country. Their slogan, "When come and see for themselves, Amateur Radio can do. has in store for me. Cwww.misswayneco.com) and Every aspect of competi- Miss Michigan Web site (www. tion went incredibly smoothly missmichigan.org). To top off tonight. When I stepped foot the night Carleigh Rowley, a onto that stage, I did not even special young lady I have got- Computer guru glad to call Westland home have to fight back nerves ten to know was crowned Miss because I wanted my talent to Michigan's Outstanding Teen BY JULIE BROWN "There's no exceptions, it has and setup/installation, and more. Martin, who offers money exper- be a selfless performance in (my new little sister) and my OBSERVER STAFF WRITER to be perfect, otherwise we don't He's a graduate of Westland John tise in her business, Ameriprise dedication to my mother and dear friend Katie Lorenz was charge," he said of his busi- Glenn High School and received Financial. to soak up the crowd that con- crowned Miss Illinois!!! I can't Dennis Ward of Westland is ness, describing a double trek to extensive computer training. "He came to my house to get sisted of my supporters with wait to share the Miss America the only employee of his DW- Mount Clemens to get the work "We do everything pretty my computer moving because light-up letters that spelledout stage with Katie. Timing could Computer Incorporated, so he done just so. much," said Ward, who gets help it was slowing down," she said. "ASHLEE" that my dad had have never been so perfect! As keeps pretty busy. Ward, speaking Thursday, from others on phone repair. He "His fee was extremely reason- hand-made. The curtain rose much as I would love to share "We bring the shop to the cus- June 19, at Westland Rotary, can't change hardware on your able. He will take it from start to and I had chills from the over- more details I need to get some tomer," Ward said of his business, cited his services forbusinesse s computer remotely, but does finish." whelming support I felt from rest! I will be talking to you established in 2004. He was cer- and residences, including com- much of his other work that way. Asked about coming high-tech the audience. It was a remark- soon! Miss America here I tified within the past six months puter repair, spyware and virus "We are a proactive company, trends, Ward noted, "Your PC's able experience that truly set the come!!! for Microsoft repairs. removal, new servers, switches not a reactive. We look to prevent going to be smaller and smaller. tone for the night. As the show Your new Miss Michigan, the issues." That can include a I constantly have to learn new neared its end, I found myself Ashlee need for more disc capacity, or equipment." laser printer repair. Ward can be reached at www. He relies mostly on word of dw-computer.com, by e-mail at mouth forbusiness . One satisfied [email protected] honors, including, among many WHERE HOMETOWN STORIES UNFOLD customer is Rotarian Antoinette or by calling (734) 341-3746. BARACY others, being named Young H0MET0WNLIFE.COM FROM PAGE A1 Professional of the Year by the YWCA Western Wayne Coimty and graduating with honors HOW TO REACH US AROUND WESTLAND elor of general studies from the from U-M. Home Delivery/Customer Service 1-866-88-PAPER (866-887-2737) University of Michigan and is Baracy said she never has Register to vote a graduate student at Eastern taken any of her accomplish- Newsroom (734) 953-2104 . Fax {734) 591-7279 Time is running out to reg- ON THE WEB Michigan University, where she ments for granted — certainly Sports Nightline (734)953-2104 ister to vote in the August hopes to earn a master's degree not her title as Miss Michigan. Classified Advertising . 1-800-579-SELL (7355) primary election. The last day in integrated marketing com- "It was never expected," she Display Advertising (734)582-8363 to register is Monday, July 7» munications. said. "I worked so hard, but it's to be eligible for the Primary edition at rowJhometownftfe, Baracy*s career goal is to one of those things where you Election, which is Tuesday, become a television health can never count your chickens POSTAL PERIODICAL REQUIREMENTS Aug. 5. For more information, reporter/news anchor in a Top before they hatch. The Westland Observer * Publication NO. USPS 663-530 Published every Thursday and Sunday. Periodical postage is paid at Livonia, Michigan 48150. call the Westland City Clerk's 10 market. "I love the organization and Office at (734) 467-3185. She won her Miss Michigan what it stands for," she said. "I 36251 Schooicraft, Livonia, Ml 48150 29425 Annapolis, Westland. title while representing her will use my crown as a vehicle The church also holds a com- home county as Miss Wayne for breast cancer survivors and The Lutheran Church of munity forum from 7-8:30 p.m. County. She also was Wayne- patients. I'm excited to market Our Savior holds a commu- the first Tuesday ofthe month. Westland Junior Miss and the Miss Michigan organiza- nity cookout from 6-8 p.m. For more information, call Michigan Junior Miss in 2003, tion, make a difference in our AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 46, Thursdays at the church at (734) 728-3440. and she made it to the top 10 in state and compete for Miss SECTIONS 46-1(48), 46-l(49)c, and 461(49)d national finals. America." OF THE WESTLAND CITY CODE Baracy has earned numer- TO AMEND THE RATES FOR MUNICIPAL ous scholastic and leadership [email protected] (734) 953-2110 WATER AND SEWER AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE CONTROL CHARGES Invitation to Comment on a Proposed Wireless THE CITY OF WESTLAND ORDAINS: Telecommunications Facility Section 1. That paragraph (a) ofthe portion of Section 46-1(48) of WESTLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT the Westland City Code entitled "Water consumption charges The following vehicles have been deemed abandoned and will be Interested persons are invited to comment on a proposed wireless (Section 102-91}" shall be amended to provide as follows: sold at public auction July 1, 2008 at 11:15 AM. telecommunications facility to be located at 33475 Palmer Road, Westland, Michigan, and specifically on potential effects to historic "(a) Per 1,000 gallons per quarter or The auction will be held at Westland Car Care Towing, 6375 Hix any fraction thereof $2.78" properties located at or near this facility, if any, The facility will Rd., Westland, MI 48185. The vehicles will be sold as is, starting bid consist of , the construction of a 100' tall unipole-style Section 2. That paragraph (c) ofthe portion of Section 46-1 (49)c of is for towing and storage. telecommunications tower and the placement of equipment at the the Westland City Code entitled "Sewage disposal rates (Section base of the tower. Comments regarding potential effects to historic 102-124)" shall be amended to provide as follows: YEAR MAKE MODEL BODY VIN# 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora 4-Dr 1G3GR62C3V4115318 properties should be submitted by mail to Regulatory Compliance 2. Industrial waste control charge (Section 102-124(b)): Manager at 2001 Butterfield Road, Suite 1900, Downers Grove, IL, or 2000 Mazda Millenia 4 Dr JM1TA2214Y1314266 by calling (630) 960-8400. Questions about this facility or this notice Meter Size Monthly 1995 Ford Explorer S/W 1FMD432XXSUB56443 (inches) Charge may also be directed to that address or phone number. This notice is provided in accordance with the regulations of the Federal 5/8 > 6.62 Publish: June 26,2008 OSM60S7M-&2 Communications Commission, 47 C.F.R. Part 1, Subpart I and 3/4 9.81 Appendices B and C. 1 16.18 11/2 , 35.29 Publish: June 26,2008 0faseasm7'2!2.i 2 51.21 3 92.62 CITY OF WESTLAND 4 127.65 SYNOPSIS OF MINUTES 6 191.35 MTG. 12 6/16/08 NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF 8 318.75 THE ELECTORS OF 10 446.15 Presiding: President Godbout THE CITY OF WESTLAND 12 509.85 Present: Graunstadt, Johnson, Kehrer, Pickering, Reeves, 16 . 764.65 Stottlemyer WAYNE COUNTY, MICHIGAN 18 892.05 155- Approved minutes of 6/2/08. FOR THE AUGUST 5, 2008 24 1,146.85 -Approved 2008 Summer Tax Deadline Extension to 8/29/08. PRIMARY ELECTION 30 1,274.25 -Approved purchase if i2 Segway Personal Transporter, amt. 36 1,401.65 $5,740.00. Please take Notice that the Primary Election in the City of 48 1,529.05 -Approved 1 yr. contr. bet. MSB & City for Ice Arena Mgmt, to Westland will be held on Tuesday, August 5,2008. Section g. That paragraph (d) ofthe portion of Section 46-1 (49)d 6/30/09, amt. $145,290.00. The last day on which persons may register in order to be eligible to ofthe Westland City Code entitled "Minimum sewage disposal bills vote at the City of Westland Primary Election to be held on per quarter (Section 102-125)" shall be amended to "Minimum - Approved 1 yr. contr. bet. MSB & City for Golf Course Mgmt. to 6/30/09, amt, $148,058.00. Tuesday, August 5, 2008, is Monday, July 7, 2008. Persons- sewage disposal bills bimonthly (Section 102-125)" and provide as registering after 4:00 in the evening on Monday, July 7, 2008 are follows: - Approved 1 yr. contr. bet. MSB & City for Crossing Guard Mgmt. to 6/30/09, amt. $92,000.00. not eligible to vote at the Primary Election, d. Minimum sewage disposal bills per billing period (section - Approved 4 yr. Prof. Serv. Agrmnt. bet. City & Community Media, 102-125): You may register at the Westland City Clerk's office or at any LLC-Cable Television/Community Relations Services, to 6/30/12, Secretary of State Office, 1. Metered premises: amt. $526,580.00 for first yr. Actual consumption multiplied by $3.30 - Approved 3 yr. contr. bet. City & YAP Administrator Paul Motz, EILEEN DeHART, CMC per 1,000 (no minimum) until 6/30/11. 2. Residential premises with no available Westland City Clerk -Adopted Ord. 29-W-14-1, to amend Chptr. 46, Sect46-1(48), Publish: June 26,2008 water mains, bimonthly $73.00 46-l(49)c & 46-l(49)d of City Code to amend rates for Municipal W 3. Residential premises not connected & S and Indust. Waste Control Charges. to available water mains, bimonthly... $ 78;00 156-Approved Site Plan for addition to Meijer Serv. Station, 37201 4. Commercial premises with no available Warren Rd., #030-99-0006-007, s. e. cor. Warren & Newburgh Rds. water mains, per unit bimonthly $78.00 157-Approved Site Plan for ofc. bldg. 537 N. Wayne Rd., #048-01- CITY OF WESTLAND 5. Commercial premises not connected to 0120-000 & -0019-000, w. side of Wayne Rd. & n. of Cherry Hill Rd. NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION available water mains, per unit bimonthly...$88.00 158-Approved Rezoning from R-l, Single Family Rea. to PUD, part of #017-99-0048-700 & parcels #017-99-0027-000, -0028-000, -0029- On July 1, 2008, the Westland Police Department will conduct a Section 4. That all other provisions of Chapter 46 ofthe Westland public auction of impounded, abandoned vehicles. The auction will City Code, except as amended herein, shall remain in fall force and 000, -0047-001,-0047-002, s. side of Joy & e. of Newburgh. 159-Approved Prelim. Site Plan Nankin Mills Village PUD, part of begin promptly at 11:00 am at Westiand Car Care, 6375 Hix Rd., effect. Westland, MI, County of Wayne, where the following vehicles will be Section 5. Severability. The various parts, sections and clauses #017-99-0048-700 & parcels #017-99-0027-000, -0028-000, -0029- 000, -0047-001,-0047-002, s. side of Joy & e. of Newburgh. offered for sale to the highest bidder, ofthis Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. If any part, YEAR MAKE BODY STYLE COLOR VIN sentence, paragraph, section or clause is adjudged unconstitutional 160-Approved Mech. Amuse. Device License, Westland Golf Course, 500 S. Merriman, #065-99-0001-005, w. side of Merriman, s. of 1996 CHEVROLET BLAZERfl3W GREEN 1GNCT18W3TK151899 or invalid by a Court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder ofthe 1995 FORD TAURUS/4DR BLUE 1FALP52U2SG232878 Ordinance shall not be affected thereby. Cherry Hill. 161-Approved Mech. Amuse. Devise License, Mike Modano Ice 1996 EAGLE SUMMIT/2DR BLUE JE3AA31CXTU002275 Section 6. Repeal. All other Ordinances inconsistent with the Arena, #035-06-0503-000, 6210 N. Wildwood, s. of Hunter. 1989 BUICK LESABRE/4DR BLUE 1G4HP54C5KH519383 provisions of this Ordinance are, to the extent of such 162-Confirmed appt. W.R. Wild as Del. to CWCSA, term to exp. 2004 DODGE STRATUS/4DR SILVER 1B3EL46X44N243961 inconsistencies, hereby repealed. . , . 6/30/09. 1998 OLDSMOBILE . CUTLASS/4DR GREEN 1G3NB52M4W6338097 163-Confirmed appt. K. Buford as Alt. Del. to CECSA, term to exp. 1999 CHEVROLET BLAZER/SW WHITE 1GNDT13W3X2194396 Section 7. Publication. The City Clerk shall cause this 2001 1FAFP34P11W23478I Ordinance to be published in the manner 6/30/09. FORD FOCUS/4DR WHITE 2002 KIA SPECTRA/4DR WHITE KNAFB121325109488 required by law. 164-Approved Checklist Activity: $421,028.73 and Prepaid: 1995 1G4GD2219S4711823 $879,251.70. BUICK RIVIERA/2DR BURG. Section 8. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective 2001 OLDSMOBILE ALERO/4DR BLUE 1G3NL52EX1C130774 Meeting Adjourned at 11:23 p.m. 1989 JH4KA3267KC019525 upon publication. ACURA 2DR WHITE Minutes available at the Clerk's office. 1989 2G4WB14TXK1488682 EILEEN DEHART BUICK 2DR BLACK Westland City Clerk James R. Godbout Eileen DeHart All vehicles are sold in "as is" condition, Bidding on all vehicles will ADOPTED: June 16,2008 Council President City Clerk start at the amount due for towing and storage. Vehicles may'be EFFECTIVE: June 26,2008 Publish: June 26,2008 deleted from this list at any time prior to the start of the auction. Publish: June 26,2008 OE0860S9S.2X7 Publish: June 26,2008 . oesucseis^ Observer 8 Eccentric | Thursday, June 26,2008 (W) A3 - www.hometownlife.com LOCAL NEWS Organizers get ready for summer

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Westland Summer Festival organizers will roll out the city's biggest party July 2-6, giving residents and visitors a reason to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday without spend- ing a small fortune to gas up and get away. And while many cities already shot off their fireworks, Westland hopes to prove it has saved one of the best shows for last with a festival-ending display that will illuminate the PHOTOS BY TOM HOFFMEYER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER skies near the civic center com- Local and national media crowd together covering President George W. Bush's appearance Wednesday at Laurel plex, off Ford Road between Manor in Livonia for the Max M. Fisher National Republican Leadership Award Dinner. Newburgh and Wayne. TOM HAWLEYI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER A parade, live entertainment, Miss Westland Pageant coordinator Debbie Lindquist (front row, right) poses children's games, a chicken with this year's contestants: Nicole Ives (front row, from left), Caitlin Burns, wings-eating contest, a Vegas Teresha Hendrick, Olivia LaFortune (second row, from ieft), Kelsey Baker, tent, racing pigs and midway Alejandra Zarate, Jessica VanToll, 2007 Miss Westland April Kersey, Victoria rides will be among the events Lawrence (third row, from left), Samantha Hatfield, Kaitlyn Hanlon, Karley to stump that are expected to draw tens Knoll (back row, from left), Melissa Smith, Justine Woodard and Brittany of thousands of spectators to Durr. Not pictured are Donetta Lanier and Arlene Carter. the five-day festival. "Everything's going to be on ing-day performance on the the child identification pro- .defend record schedule," festival Chairman main stage. gram. The band Second Wind Ken Mehl said Tuesday. The festival will open at 4 will perform at 7:30 p.m., and BY HUGH GALLAGHER Still, he conceded that orga- p.m. Thursday, July 3, on the the fireworks show i$ expected OBSERVER STAFF WRITER nizers still could use volunteers same evening that Detroit's to start around 10:15 p.m. to help with an array of duties, country radio station WYCD "We are extremely proud to President George W. Bush including security and keeping 99.5-FM will sponsor Country host an Independence Day cel- came to Livonia Wednesday the festival grounds tidy. To Music Day at 6 p.m. The fun ebration which provides enjoy- to give a stump speech for get involved, call festival board will start earlier on Friday, July ment for everyone," Westland Republican candidates and to member Tony Wager at (734) 4, with a noon opening, 4 p.m. Mayor William Wild said. strongly defend his legacy. 637-7992. horseshoes and an 8 p.m. per- "This event has truly grown Bush spoke for about 20 Even before the party offi- formance by Impact Seven. to become an experience that minutes before a group of cially begins, a Miss Westland The festival also will open at your entire family will enjoy." about 400 party supporters, pageant will be held at 6 noon Saturday, July 5, includ- Throughout the festival, who paid $1,000 or $5,000 p.m. this Saturday at the ing a children's games area spectators may buy arm bands to attend the Max M. Fisher city's Friendship Center, on 12:30 to 6 p.m.; horseshoes at for $20 to gain access to all the National Republican Award Newburgh south of Ford. 1 p.m.; a child-protection iden- rides, Mehl said. Anyone who Dinner at Laurel Manor. The festival grounds will tification program 1-Gp.m. at wants to save $3 may buy them At a time when Bush's open at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July the main fire station; a Buffalo early at the Bailey Recreation national approval rating in 2, shortly followed by a 6:15 Wild Wings chicken wings-eat- Center, behind City Hall on recent polls has been in the p.m. parade that will travel ing final at 6:30 p.'m.; and a Ford Road, or at various local mid-20 percent range, the south on Wayne Road fromth e performance by 50 Amp Fuse businesses. president defended his tax Westland Bowl parking lot to at 8:30 p.m. For more information, go cuts, his energy policies, the Ford, then west to City Hall. Events will conclude Sunday, online to www.westlandfesti- treatment of detainees at & Renowned flutist Alexander July 6, repeating Saturday's val.org. Guantanamo and the war in Zonjic& Friends will return schedule for opening time, chil- Iraq. this year with an 8 p.m., open- dren's games, horseshoes and [email protected] | (734)953-2110 "The decision to remove Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox welcomes guests to the Max M. Fisher Saddam Hussein was the National Republican Leadership Award Dinner Wednesday evening at Laurel right decision at the time and Manor in Livonia. is the right decision today," he said. of Livonia, who flew down the presidency," he said. Bush acknowledged that on Air Force One with the He reserved his most sting- Motorcyclist injured in crash times are hard. president; state Rep. Jack' ing criticism for the Supreme "These are challenging Hoogendyk, GOP candi- Court and its decision allow- times in America, reces- date for the U.S. Senate; ing Guantanamo detainees BY DARRELLCLEM No tickets had yet been 2006 Suzuki GSX-R1000 sion, high energy prices, a Oakland County Sheriff Mike the right to trial in criminal OBSERVER STAFF WRITER issued, and the accident when he slammed head-on .housing down trend, wars in Bouchard; and state Attorney courts. remained under investiga- into a 1998 Ford Econoline Afghanistan and Iraq, devas "By a bare majority, five A 20-year-old Livonia man tion. driven by a 75-year-old tating natural disasters," he introductions. Supreme Court justices over- was flown to a Detroit hospi- - The motorcyclist appeared Livonia man, Sikorski said. said. "You can't know what the "Our message will be to get turned a bipartisan law that tal Saturday after his motor- unconscious at the scene, and The van was traveling north- future will bring, there will be to work to elect Republicans Congress passed and I signed cycle slammed head-on into he was taken to Garden City bound and had started to unexpected challenges to the to the state legislature, to to deliver justice to detainees a van at Wayne and Joy roads Hospital before he was flown make a left turn onto west- country." Congress and to elect John at Guantanamo Bay. Because in Westland. to Sinai Grace Hospital in bound Joy, he said. After Bush's speech, McCain to be president," Bush of this decision terrorists The motorcyclist survived Detroit, Sikorski said. 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Right now it's just a seed- ling of a garden but members of Trinity Church have faith the native grasses and plants will grow and blossom, and maybe even become a model for the community. Already a master plan of caring for God's creation is in the works for the grounds on Six Mile next to Stevenson High School in Livonia. Pastor Michael Van Horn never dreamed his concern for storm water running off the fiat roof would turn into a save the earth campaign. Then Scot Martin, a church elder, led adults of the congregation in a two month study of Calvin DeWitt's book, Earthwise: A Biblical Response to Environmental Issues. Before long a Blue-Green Committee had formed to plant a small l rain garden. L I"LL-IC MI h, V o tu t h is 8 i i 11 < B LOO am i W" at r nit On Saturday, June 7, nearly Church in Livonia. 20 volunteers dug up the space while Martin was working with lowing high to use less water, is having an energy audit done thing to do." the church's youth group in id planting flowers to attract and thinking about solar and "We're trying to reduce water Lola Valley Park as part of the lore birds and butterflies to wind power but isn't sure about and air pollution," said Glenda Friends of the Rouge's effort I isyardinFarmington. the feasibility of the conserva- Marks, the church elder who to rescue and restore the river. Tara Stroh sets out a plant near the downspout alongside the east wali of While Ann Horn doesn't tion methods. headed up the project and Martin says the iron weed, Trinity Church in Livonia. Native plants and grasses help filter the water garden she takes home cata- In the meantime they're lives in Wyandotte. Part of the spiderwort, goldenrod, yarrow, before it reaches lakes and streams. logues and magazines from the planning to expand their plants were donated by Friends black bulrush, switch grass, church for recycling. She also original plan for a number of of the Rouge, the rest were pur- black-eyed Susan help filter the about the goodness of cre- and preserve God's creation. tries to buy items without a lot reasons. chased. storm runoff before it reaches ation," added Ann Horn, a vol- Smith's family has planted veg- of packaging. "We have approximately "We have a whole grow the lakes and streams with fer- unteer from Livonia. "We have etable and flower gardens arid "Alot of us are aware," said eight acres of turf grass and plan. We're looking for grant \ tilizers and other chemicals. been called to be caretakers. started a couple of compost Horn. "I really think small spend $5,000 to $6,000 a year money to fund some of the "These are values we've been This is not a response to global bins. A home-schooled 11th ways are as important as the just cutting grass," said Martin projects. We're looking down talking about for years," said warming but to God." grad student, Smith is proud large to make a contribution of Redford. "Our response is the road to start a community Van Horn of Redford. "There's "People often forget the envi- of the fact no chemicals will be toward what God originally to tear up much of that and garden that anyone could par- a strong Biblical rationale for ronment is the earth they walk used on plants. intended for creation. In last replace with native grass to ticipate and give part of the caring for creation backed on," said Sylvia Smith, another Scot Martin has a small veg- week's Sunday bulletin we had create a meadow. We will be harvest to homeless shelters up by environmental science volunteer from Redford. etable garden and Van Horn a Calling All Mugs for people saving fuel and mow time and or soup kitchens. We want to and common sense. We try "Plants enrich the quality of life is thinking about trading the to donate mugs so we don't creating more habitat for crea- be good stewards of God's cre- to extend what it means to be but for me it's very soul enrich- grass in his large Redford have to use Styrofoam in the tures. We plan to use natural ation." spiritual to the physical cre- ing." backyard for native plants. kitchen. We try to think more means to control any pests. ation." Each of the volunteers does Dave Wiegel, a vegetarian, has broadly." We're not doing this out of a ichominHhometownlife.com "It goes back to Genesis their part at home to guard gone organic for lawn care, The Blue-rGreen Committee sense to be hip. It's the right (734) 953-2145

discussion of topics relevant to Bethany Suburban West your daiiy faith life. 8:30-10:45 a.m. Fireworks at Heritage Park in Taylor FROM Wednesday, July 2, July 16, Aug. 13, Friday, July 11. For details, call -Elsie at and Aug. 27. A Children's Ministry will (313) 563-1142. Summer day camp be offered while moms enjoy Mass, a Red Cross blood drive Offered by Ward Church in NorthvlMe continental breakfast, and conversa- 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Jufy 13, in for children entering grades 1-6, con- tion and discussion with other moms the parish hall at St. EditiiCstholic tinues to Aug. 7A Hour*; ?"P fi ? rn rr. st St. Mic^jol's o" the southwest cor" Church 15089 Newburoh Livoriis 6 p.m., with extended cciecvaiiaule net of riubbord and Plymouth Road, Walk-ins welcome, For infonnatioi at an extra cost. Campers will partici- Livonia. Moms may register for as few call (734) 464-1222, Exi. 309. pate in one field trip per week with or many sessions as their schedules additional local outings and weekly permit, cost is $8 per session with an 11 a.m. Sunday, July 13. to honor water days. Daily elective classes additional S2 per child for Children's Community Free Will Baptist Church wii! include sports, drama, music, and Ministry care. Call (734) 261-1455, Ext. Pastor James Lawson and his 10 years foods. SHINE is a fuliy-licensed day 200 or on-line at www.livoniastmi- of serving the church, at the church, care through the State of Michigan chael.org. 33031 Cherry Hill, west of Venoy, DANIEL JAMES DEL DUCO ROBERT LANKTON PhD Department of Human Resources. Monthly dance Westiand. The church offers services Age 64, of Estero, FL, for- June 20, 2008. Loving husband of 67 Weekly full-time registrations range Hosted Bethany Suburban West which not only at 11 a.m. each Sunday but merly of Livonia, MI, died years to Maude. Loving father of the June 21, 2008 after a seven late Douglas (Marylyn Cantrell). from $135 to $165. Information avail- provides peer support to divorced 6:30 p.m. Sunday School is at 9:45 year battle with lung and Grandfather of Robert and James. able at wardchurch.org, or by calling and separated of all Christian faiths, a.m. Wednesday prayer and Bible brain cancer. Dan was bora March 24, Great-grandfather of Chloe & Nathan. (248)374-5975. 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, July study is at 7 p.m. Youth fellowship is 1944 to Margaret and Daniel John Dei Brother of Kenneth and the late John Clothing bank 5, at St. Robert Bellarmine, 27101W. every other Friday at 7 p.m. Duco (Ortonvilie, MI), Dan was a and the late Ralph. Mr. Lankton graduate ('62) of St. Gabriel High received his PhD from the University Canton Christian Fellowship Clothing Chicago, at inkster Rd., Redford. No School (Detroit, MI), a veteran of the of Michigan. He taught Math in Bank is switching its hours for this dance lesson this month. Cost $10. 9 a.m. to noon Monday-Friday, July United States Marine Corps, member Detroit Public Schools, at Wayne month only to 2-4 p.m. Saturday, June Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Call (734) 261- 14-18, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, of the Knights of Columbus, and a State University, the University of 28, at the church, 8775 Ronda Drive, 5716 for details. 39020 Five Mile, Livonia. Cost $25 retiree of the Ford Motor Company Michigan and the University of Iowa. (30 yrs). Dan is survived by his wife A Funeral Sendee was held Monday, south of Joy, between Haggerty and for the first child, $20 for each child Susan; Son, Darren Del Duco, wife June 23 at Highland Park Baptist Lilley. The Clothing Bank is open to 6-9 p.m. Sunday-Friday, July 6-11, sum- thereafter. Call (734) 464-0211. Lynn, with their three children, Evan, Bom June 1, 1936 in Detroit, MS to Church in Southfield. Arrangements parents Walter and Alice Leonard. everyone in the community who is mer youth crusade for all children and Vacation Bible school Mia, and Nicholas (Westfield, IN); were made by the R.G. & G. R. Step-daughter, Catherine Gillis, hus- Grew up on the Northwest side of Harris Funeral Home, Livonia (734) in need of new or like-new clothing teenagers, at Grace Baptist Church, July 14-18, at Holy Trinity Lutheran band Timothy, with their two children, Detroit. Attended public schools and 422-6720. Share a memory of Robert and is held on the fourth Saturday 28440 Lyndon, north of [-96, between Church, 39020 Five Mile, Livonia. Cost Julia, and Grace (Florence, MA); graduated from Cooley High in 1955. in the online guestbook at: of every month from 10 a.m. to noon. MId.dIebe11 and Inkster roads, Livonia. is $25 for first child, $20 thereafter, Step-Son, James Swift, wife Ariane, Attended Detroit Institute of rggrharris.com Technology for initial undergraduate Donations are also accepted. For For information, cail (734) 425-6215 or includes music CD. Call (734) 464-0211. with their son Bradley (Milford, CT); Brother , Joseph Del Duco (MI); studies, then transferred to Ferris State information, call (734) 404-2480 or visit www.GBCofLivonia.org. Bible study Sister, Diann Masi (Estero, FL); Sister University. Graduated May 1960 with visitwww.CantonCF.org. Slimmer music ministry Word for You Bible Study continues 7 Florie Gage (Fort Myers, FL); Sister, Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy. Post-graduate work was Carillon concert series Thursday, July 10 (Sci Ridge Brass p.m. Tuesday, July 15, with one hour Linda Dunatchik (Dublin, OH); completed at a local pharmacy. Keith 10 a.m. and noon Sunday, June 29, July Quintet), dinner at 6 p.m. for $6, of praise and worship and the Word Brother, Michael Del Duco (Sterling Hts., MI); Brother, Anthony Del Duco served as a caring pharmacist for 48 20 and 27, and Aug. 3,17,24 and 31, at concert at 7 p.m., at St. James at the Bailey Recreation Center, 36651 {OrtonviHe, MI); 22 nieces and years in the retail, manufacturing, and Kirk in the Hills, 1340 W. Long lake Rd., Presbyterian Church, 25350 W. Six Ford Road, Westiand, For more infor- nephews. Funeral services for Dan hospital sectors. Keith married the will be Saturday, June 28, 13:00 AM love of his life, Victoria R. Sadurski Bloomfield Hills, Call (248). 625-2515 or Mile, Redford. Call (313) 534-7730. mation, cail (313) 289-8336. on May 1,1965 at Westminster church visit www.kirkinthehills.org. Hymn sings July 6, Aug. 10, Sept. 7. Grafters wanted at St. Anne Catholic Church in Ortonvilie, MI. A Memorial Service in Detroit. Keith and Vicky celebrated Fall craft show Family Choir all ages are invited to The Women's Guild of St. Michael will also be held this fall in Estero,FL, 30 years of marriage before Vicky's Applications are now being accepted sing at 9 a.m. rehearsal and then Catholic Church of Livonia invites all In lieu of flowers, please send dona- death separated them 13 years ago. lions to Joanne's House at Hope Keith maintained the same residence *** for the Fall Craft Show noon to 6 morning service July 27, Aug. 24; interested crafters to participate in in Farmington Hills for 42 years. Keith p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, and 10 a.m. to 4 and Sept. 7. All are welcome to music their annual Craft Fair and Bake Sale 9 Hospice, 27200 Imperial Parkway, Bonita Springs, FL 34135. Shikany's is survived by older brother Donald p.m, Saturday, Oct. 25, at Riverside events. a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, in the Bonita Funeral Home, (239) 992- and proceeded by younger brother Park Church of God, 11771 Newburgh, Red Cross blood drive cafeteria of St. Michael's School, 11441 4982, Bonita Springs, Florida. Charles and sister Lucille. Keith is also survived by two very loving chil- Livonia. F6r details, call (734) 464- 2-8 p.m. Monday, July 7, at St. John's Hubbard, south of Plymouth Rd. 8-' dren, Marnie (Fender) and Keith John, 0990. foot-long tables are available for rent OBITUARY •Episcopal Church, 574 S.Sheldon, DONALD RAY DOUGLAS their spouses, and the sparkle in Seekers of spiritual intelligence Plymouth. Call (734) 455-5395 to at $25 each. Applications available at Grandpa's eyes, grandson Nathaniel. Age 71, of Garden City. Don was born A memorial service will be held POLICY Beacon Hill Christian Church make an appointment or just drop in. parish office or on-line at www.livoni- September 20,1936 in West Virginia Saturday, July 5th at 11a.m. at First The first five "billed" lines of art (Disciples of Christ) examines the dis- Vacation Blbie school astmichael.org. A photo of the item(s) and passed away June 20, 2008 at Presbyterian Church of Farmington, obituary are published at no cost. ciplines of spirituality in action during This Royal Adventure teaches stu- soid must be submitted. Garden City Hospital Proceeding his 26165 Farmington Rd (at northwest All additional lines will be death by his wife of 20 years, Betty the 1 p.m. Sunday worship service in dents about the character of God Open house corner of 11 Mile Rd. and Farmington charged at $4 per line. You may Douglas. He served in the National Rd,). Memorial contributions may be June at St. Michael Lutheran Church place a picture of your loved one through Kings and Queens of the Bible For Hosanna-Tabor Lutheran School Guard and was an avid fisherman. made to Angela Hospice (14100 Chapel,7000 N.Sheldon, south of 6-8 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 7-11, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, and Survived by six children, Kenneth, Newburgh Rd. Livonia, MI 48154). for an additional cost of only $6. . Warren, Canton (enter through the Metropolitan Seventh-day Adventist Thursday, Aug. 14, at 9600 Leverne, Danny, Ronald, Donna, David and www.thayer-rock.com Symbolic emblems may be Jimmy; two grandchildren; seven included at no cost (example; . south double doors next to the play Church, 15585 Haggerty, north of Five between Inkster and Beech Daly, and brothers and sisters, Jean Scroggs, American ftags, religious area) For information, cail (313) 402- Mile, Plymouth. No charge. West Chicago and Plymouth roads, William Douglas, Barbara Hoeppner symbols, etc.) 6900 or (313) 806-PRAY, send e-mail Rummage sale Redford. The school offers infant day (Bob) , Tom Weaver (Lena), Kathy to [email protected]. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 10-12, at St. care, preschool for 3-4-year olds, full Wilson (Robert), Sue Klein (Doug) and Freda Proctor (David) and over Summer camp James Presbyterian Church, 25350 W. day kindergarten and first-eighth Deadlines: one hundred nieces and nephews. He Friday 4:15 PM for Sunday Christ Our Savior Lutheran Early Six Mile, Redford. Call (313) 534-7730. grades. For more information, call will be greatly missed. Wednesday 9:45 AM for Thursday Childhood Program for Summer Camp Prophecy seminar Laura Goodman at (313) 937-2233 or continues to Aug. 22. The center is Learn howto interpret Bible proph- send e-mail to Igoodmandhosanna- Obituaries received after these deadlines H. DOROTHY CELL will be placed In the next available issue. . open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday ecy, discover who the Antichrist is • tabor.org. A memorial service for H. Dorothy MARJORIE W. DOYLE for ages 18 months to 12 years. For and know how to be ready when Jesus Eucharistic adoration Cell, 92, of Westiand {formerly of e-mail your obit to mpre information, call (734) 513-8413 comes at a seminar 7 p.m. Friday, St. Michael the Archangel Church, Plymouth) will be held on Saturday, Age 91. June 23, 2008. Retired exec- utive from H.B. Stubbs Co. in 1985. [email protected] ; of drop 14175 Farmington Road, north July 11, at the Metropolitan Seventh- located at the southwest corner of June 28, 20008 at 4pm with visitation beginning at 3pm at the Schrader- Former member of the Village Club or fax to: of 1-96, Livonia. day Adventist Church's Junior Plymouth and Hubbard, Livonia, Howell Funeral Home, 280 South and Stonycroft Hills Golf Club. Attn: Obits c/o Charolette Wilson Academy Auditorium, 15585 Haggerty, continues its monthly program of Main Street, Plymouth. Mrs. Cell was Beloved wife of the late Wendell. 586-826-7318 UPCOMING Plymouth. Seminars occur Friday, Prayer and Eucharistic Adoration on born October 21, 1915 and died June Loving mother of Daniel. Dear sister of Merton Wolfe. One grandson and For more Information call: Mom's retreat Saturday, Monday and Wednesday the third Wednesday of each month. 23, 2008 in Garden City. She lived in Plymouth from 1940-1958, then to one great-granddaughter. Memorial Charolette Wilson St. Michael the Archangel Parish in nights until Aug. 16. The church wiil be open for prayer Westiand from Livonia in 1965. service Thursday 11 a.m. at 586-826-7082 . Livonia invites all Catholic Moms Rummage sale and private worship from 10 a.m. Survivors include sons John (Linda) Northbrook Presbyterian Church, or Liz Keiser in the area to join in an occasional 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 11, and to 7 p.m. Benediction service in the of Illinois, Thomas of Texas and Beverly Hills. Memorials to charily 586-977-7538 of donor's choice. Arrangements by morning off this summer to enjoy 9 a.m. to 2 .p.m. Saturday, July 12, evening. All in the area are welcome David (Betty) of Florida. Memorial or toll free contributions may be made to the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 866-818-7653 some personal time for prayer and at Timothy Lutheran Church, 8820 to participate. For details, call (734) Alzheimer's Association. Share your Royal Oak, 248-541-7000. Share ask for Char or Liz relaxation, coupled with some adult Wayne Rd., Livonia. 26M455. special thoughts and memories at; your memories at: shrader-howell .com www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com. 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Listings for the Community Calendar Named to the honor roll for Katie Marie Kipfmiller of Flat Livonia, Aaron Shanks Howell can be submitted by e-mail at sma- the fourth quarter at Huron Rock, Michael John Cyr II of of Westland, Lauren Ashley [email protected]. They also Valley Lutheran High School in Westland, Kimberlee Faith Lovell of Plymouth, Katie Jane can be mailed to Sue Mason at 36251 Westland were: King of Plymouth, Rachel Markham of Westland, Eric Schoolcraft, Livonia 48150, or faxed Highest Honors - Colin John Marie Purdue of Westland, James Schaffer of Westland, to her attention at fax at <734) 591- Beerbower of Livonia, Catherine Mark Patrick St. John of Braden Daniel Woldt-Babb 7279. For more information, call {734) Elizabeth St. John of Livonia, , Livonia, Ivan Christopher Bell of Livonia, Katherine Marie 953-2112. Samantha Jane Barber of of Livonia, Meghan Shelby Cromwell of Livonia, Anna Westland, KaylaAnn Brennan of Livonia, Rebecca Marie Elizabeth Schaffer of Stockdale of Westland, Hannah Lynn Lovell of Plymouth and Westland, Michaela Danielle Open house Ruth Good of Plymouth, Bryan Matthew Robert St. John of Van Patten of Howell, Claire McKinley Cooperative Preschool is Thomas Gruenewald of Livonia, Livonia. -Elizabeth Wood of Westland. holding an open house 10 a.m. to noon Sarah Elise Helwig of Livonia, Honors - Lauren Elizabeth Andrew William Barber of Saturday, July 12, for interested par- Matthew Lester Kemppainen La Manna of Plymouth, Westland, Shane Robert Bundet ents. The preschool offers morning of Livonia, David Joseph Adlof Robert Andrew Allan Russ of Westland, Nathaniel Thomas and afternoon programs for children of Plymouth and Leah Marie of Westland, Kathryn Marie Cornwell of Westland, Lindsay ages 2-5, including "Fun Fridays with Miller of Williamston. Strauch of Livonia, Lorna Lou Nocella of Monroe, Ashley Your Toddler," a mom and tot class for High Honors - Lauren Renee Sweet of Westland, Kristina Samuel of Livonia and 2-year-olds. The preschool is located Elizabeth Adlof of Plymouth, Lindsay Michelle Bushong of Shawn William Schaffer of at 6500 N. Wayne Road at Hunter in Emily Ruth Helwig of Livonia, Livonia, Abby Rose Hoff of Livonia. Westland. For more information, call (734) 729-7222 or visit the Web site at www.Mckinleypreschool.org. Peace Camp for Kids Kirk of Our Savior Peace Camp takes place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24 (lunch will be served). The camp is open to children of all ages and religious backgrounds. Spend a few . hours learning to work together in order to achieve success. Kirk of Our Garden City resident Kay Wincent shows off the new 26-inch pink Savior Presbyterian Church is located Schwinn bicycle she won after visiting the Co-op Services Credit Union at 36660 Cherry Hill in Westland. For exhibit at the Michigan International Women's Show at Rock Financial more information or to sign up, please Showplace in Novi. Nearly 2,000 visitors stopped by the credit union's contact Jenny at 313-532-4310. booth during the four-day exhibition to enter the credit union's drawing. Citizens for Peace The Livonia-based Citizens for Peace, which covers the entire 11th District, Higher Rock Cafe will provide training to interested invites residents the chance to join in The Wayne-Westland Salvation Army volunteers. Previous experience or a study-discussion groups on the topic, presents the Higher Rock Cafe the bachelor's degree is not required. The .Beyond War, during its June and July second and fourth Fridays of the council will provide free training and meetings. Using a study guide, the month at its facility at 2300 Venoy, materials, and then match you with an topic will be discussed in four group south of Palmer, Westland. Doors adult student in your area. Call (734) sessions each meeting. The June meet- open at 7:30 p.m. Live bands perform 416-4906 for more information. ing will include social change; how to beginning at 8 p.m. Admission is free, Heartland Hospice talk to people who think war is a good however, a free will offering will be Heartland Hospice is looking idea or inevitable; war is obsolete; taken to support the bands. Check out for caring and dedicated people and the concept that we all live on Higher Rock on the Web at www.tsa. with an interest in serving termi- one planet. In July, the topics focus higherrockcafe.4t.com or call (734) nally ill patients and their families in on alternatives to war, such as non- 722-3660. Washtenaw, western Wayne, Monroe violent conflict resolution processes and Livingston counties. Volunteers Dave Brown accepts his student Emmy award for his documentary about Nankin Mills with his Madonna University and appropriate humanitarian foreign VOLUNTEERS provide a variety of services including instructor Chuck Derry. aid; international law and cooperation Karmanos Institute companionship, light housekeeping, between nations; practical experi- The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer errand running, grief support and ence about what people and nations Institute needs volunteers to trans- clerical services. For more informa- can do instead of,war; and applying port cancer patients to mammogram tion, contact volunteer coordinator effective advocacy. Citizens for Peace and doctor appointments in metro- Candice Jones, (888) 973-1145. meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the politan Detroit. Drivers are needed second Tuesday of the month at Unity for Macomb and Oakland counties, ORGANIZATIONS of Livonia, on Five mile road between Dearborn and Detroit. Volunteers Friends of Eloise Middlebelt and Inkster roads. A small must be at least 18. Mileage reim- The Friends of Eloise group meets 6 donation is requested for the use of bursement is provided. Call (800) p.m. the third Tuesday of the month the church facilities. For details, call KARMANOS to volunteer. in the dining room of the Kay Beard BY REBECCA JONES about the site's beginnings as a Madonna this spring with a Colleen Mills at (734) 425-0079. First Step Building, on Michigan between OBSERVER STAFF WRITER grist mill, powered by water, and degree in television, broadcast- Free workshop First Step, which has been active in Middlebelt and Merriman. All are in later years how Henry Ford ing and communication. He's Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, a holistic physi- the effort to end domestic violence welcome. For information, call Jo Riding his bike past Nankin and Thomas Edison teamed up looking for a job in the field. cian, wellness consultant and clinical and sexual assault in western Wayne Johnson, (734) 522-3918. Mills or driving to Westland for a village industry project. "I enjoy every aspect of it," nutritionist, is presenting "Eat Your County and Downriver communities Mall, David Brown was always Naturalist Carol Clements is he said. Prospects are improv- Way Thin" 6-8 p.n Tuesday, July 8, ''cr more than. 20 years, ;s Poking !.or Story C;rcie Women's Life Writing curious about1 'he dUrs hislurs. mtcrvu-ivcd, ;u;d Bn;\\T uses ing v,ilh the Michigan Film ai the Alfred Noble Library, 32901 volunteers. Interested people must be Group meets at 7 p.m. the second "Since I was lit tie, I always shots of displays to help the story Initiative. Plymouth Road, Livonia. Learn why at least 18, willing and able to travel Wednesday of every month at the wondered what was there," said move along. But if Brown can't find a job diets will not work, ways to avoid to the Downriver area and complete a Wayne Public Library, 3737 S. Wayne Brown, a Livonia resident who Nankin Mills may also have soon, he might invest in a cam- weight gain and how to lose weight 55-hour training program. Call (734) Road, Wayne. The Story Circle has directed an award-winning been a stop on the Underground corder and search out another with diet/nutrition and exercise. 416-1111, Ext. 223. Network is made up of women who documentary about the his- Railroad. local site for a documentary. When to eat, what to eat and how Drivers want to explore their lives and souls torical site for an assignment at It turned out to be a video "I enjoyed it so much," he said. to eat also will be discussed at the Volunteer drivers are needed to through life-writing, writing that Madonna University. that was not only insightful, but Brown also plans to be free workshop. Seating limited to the transport area residents to meetings focuses on personal experience He chose Nankin Mills award-winning. Nankin Mills: involved with a Project first 30 callers. For reservations, call of the Western Wayne Parkinson's through memoirs and autobiogra- because, "it was a secret that Best Kept Secret earned the Accessible Hollywood event (734) 756-6904 or go online to www. Disease Support Group. The meetings phies, in diaries, journals and person- people should know about," National Academy of Television known as PAH-fest Motown, TLCHolisticWellness.com. take place 7-9 p.m. on the second al essays. Participants should bring a Brown said. Arts and Sciences Michigan which includes seminars and John Glenn reunion Thursday of the month in the Livonia notebook or laptop computer to each The eight-minute documen- Chapter Student Emmy Award film nights with Hollywood John Glenn High School Class of Senior Center, Farmington Road south meeting to spend some time writing, tary, which can be viewed on during.a ceremony June 7 at the notables and competitions. 1988 will hold its 20 year reunion of Five Mile. Drivers may be offered and for those who are comfort- YouTube.com by searching Gem Theater. It takes place July 14-20 at on Saturday, Aug. 23, at Roma's of a stipend. Parkinson's patients, able doing so, sharing their writing. "Nankin Mills History" tells Brown graduated from Madonna. Garden City on Cherry Hill east of caregivers and others may attend the Membership in Story Circle' National Venoy. Tickets are $30 per person. meetings. Call (734) 459-0216 or (734) Network is optional. Participation in For tickets and more information, 421-4208. the group is free. For more informa- visit the reunion Web site at jgh-" VNA Hospice tion about storycircie, go online to s88reunion.com, Visiting Nurse Association of www.storycircle.org or send an e-mail Remote-controlled race day Southeast Michigan's (VNA) hos- [email protected]. Kirk of Our Savior Presbyterian pice program needs volunteers to Toastmasters Church hosts "Remote-Controlled comfort and support patients at the The Wayne-Westland Easy Talkers Race Day," 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. end of life. Volunteers can provide Toastmasters Club can help people 6, Racers can bring their R.C. vehicle companionship, write a memoir, overcome their fear of speaking in and race it on the church's large oval provide respite for family or work as front of people by teaching public track, complete with hill and jump office support. A free 18-hour train- speaking in a friendly and supportive ramp, Ribbons will be awarded to ing program is provided at the VNA atmosphere. The club meets at 6:30 winners. No sign-up necessary. Kirk headquarters, 25900 Greenfield Road, p.m. Thursday at Rana' Restaurant, of Our Savior Presbyterian Church Suite 600. Registration is required. 35111W. Michigan Ave. at Wayne Road, is located at 36660 Cherry Hill in (248) 967-8361 or visit www.vna.org. Wayne. For more information, Curt Westland. If you need more informa- Seasons Hospice Gottlieb at (734) 525-8445. tion, contact Jenny at (313) 532-4310. Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care TOPS Fish Dial-A-Ride • is looking for volunteers to provide TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) MI28 Fish Dial-A-Ride of Western Wayne companionship to patients dealing of Westiand meets at 7 p.m. Mondays County is seeking volunteer driv- with iife limiting illness. No special at Good Shepherd Reformed Church, ers, A nonprofit community service skills, other than objectivity and 6500 N.Wayne Road, at Hunter, group, it provides door-to-door rides compassion, are needed. Training pro- Westland. For more information, call to non-emergency medical and other vided. Volunteers are matched with Pat Strong at (734) 326-3539 or Mary necessary appointments for senior patients in their own community. For Lowe at (734) 729-6879. and disabled residents of Garden more information please call Ruth at Democratic Club City, Livonia and Westland who are (800)370-8592. The Garden City Democratic Club unable to drive and have no alterna- Literacy Council meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday tive transportation. Volunteers can The Community Literacy Council of the month (September through specify days, times, and areas they're (CLC) is looking for volunteer tutors June) in Room 5 of the Maplewood willing to drive. For additional infor- in Western Wayne County to help Center, Maplewood west of Merriman. mation, call (888) 660^2007 and leave adults Improve their reading, writing For more information, call Billy Pate a message. and communication skills. The CLC at (734) 427-2344.

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in Lansing There is much to like about summer in Michigan. It is a time to kick back, relax and enjoy the natural splendor that makes our mitten state so unique. While many enjoy the "down time" associated with summer, local school officials no doubt are casting a leery eye toward Lansing and the state Legislature. That's because state lawmakers are about to start their summer holiday without reaching any substantive agre&r ment on next year's budget, which includes funding for K-12 education. Simply put, the budget process as it relates to public education is a mess. Local school officials have to have their budgets set before classes start after Labor Day, but the Legislature does not finalize the budget for sev- eral months after that. So an annual guessing game takes place where local school leaders use estimates provided by the state and then cross their fingers they hold true. That is no way to do business, especially in a state that is in the financial mess Michigan is facing. State revenues continue to shrink, while legacy costs soar. And the gov- ernor and Legislature seem unable — or unwilling — to do anything about it. Gov. Jennifer Granholm, in her State of the State address, encouraged consolidation among the state's local school districts, and provided a carrot in the way of financial incentives to districts willing to take the plunge. But that is not enough. It is unrealistic to expect local school boards and administrators to vote them- selves out of ajob. The concept of local school control is now more fantasy than reality in Michigan. The state seized control of pub- LETTERS lic education with the approval of Proposal A more than a decade ago. Since the state now dictates school funding, units for seniors to apartment living shop out of their garage or basement. and is playing a larger role in school curriculum with the with amenities and on-site businesses. No, in my opinion and many others, I'm recent approval of new high school graduation standards, We are outraged with the vote of the What was called "assisted living" in a sure this is another case of the developer it is up to lawmakers in Lansing to devise a new model Westiand Council to rezone the area three-story complex at the beginning of knowing the right people to get their for delivering public education, instead of waiting for between Gray and Ravine streets from the meeting, was changed to "contract way. local school officials to vote themselves out of a job. R-l single family homes to PUD. The living" by the end of the meeting. I am just amazed at the way things four councilmen who voted for the Kudos to the residents who spoke. are spun in this community and I sup- rezoning did not listen to the people Their valiant effort to pull a presenta- pose a good many others are, too. I from both sides and the people of tion together in one month's time was know there are a lot of us who are tired Livonia across Joy in Livonia. Our con- factual, passionate and poignant. They of the total lack of respect for the citi- cerns were not considered. were obviously coming up against zens. I realize this isn't the first time In response to concerns about Goliath, as some members of the city this has happened, but it should never increased traffic on Joy, Mr. Kehrer council were aware of this development happen when the citizens question the law should be expanded said he'd counted cars and felt that the project as far back as 2006. Clearly, development happening just that they traffic was no problem. Mr. Johnson's squeezing this large project into quiet, wanted it developed the way it was Back in 1976, members of the Michigan United suggestion was to put up a traffic light, residential settings, raises questions. zoned when they bought their homes. Conservation Clubs (MUCC) had enough. They were which would only exacerbate the prob- While taking a drive down Central City Mr. Shaw said it wasn't economical to sick and tired of seeing so many bottles and cans strewn lem. No one ever considered the school Parkway where empty buildings and develop under the R-l zoning, but who about the Michigan landscape — in roadside ditches, buses which travel extensively on Joy, large spaces flanked by mature tree will reimburse the residents whose value parks, rivers and lakes. plus the prospect of emergency vehicles growth abound, one can only imagine goes down with this development? I Behind a strong grassroots effort, the MUCC was able which would be called &i any lima of the how nice this project would fit in as well suspec no unei Jusi remember this can to get voters to approve a "bottle bill" that added a 10- day or night, trucks delivering supplies as provide improvement and redevelop- nywhere. cent deposit on all containers for beer and soft drinks, as and food to the big building, and the ment for some of Westland's blighted to some of this unique neighborhoods well as a few others. It was and still is one of the state's increase from the additional residents areas. There would be no single family where none of the houses look alike? most popular and effective recycling programs. Since and visitors. residents who suddenly are going to Will they be told they don't conform so 1990, the state estimates that more than 97 percent of Gray and Ravine streets are not sub- have 180 new neighbors over their back all will be demolished in the name of eligible bottles and cans have been returned for deposit, divisions. They are little communities fence and three stories up. progress to build clone-like homes in so there is no question that the law has worked as intend- consisting of people who have common While the comment was made that closed communities? Urban renewal- ed. interests in the circumstances of their the council members represent the "will and The Stepford Wives, all in one. That was then. Today, you'd be hard-pressed to find a neighborhood. The people who bought of the people," more importantly, they pop or beer can laying around. But you won't have any properties here have invested a con- are the stewards of Westiand on many Westiand problem finding water or juice bottles. They're every- siderable sum of money and a love for levels. Since 2006, they have heard where — and that's because they are not covered by the the environment that this area offered. only one man's idea of what could be "bottle bill." We all have suffered from a consider- and the vision he proposed. To be good able decline in property values. The stewards, some investigation and mind The MUCC is at it again, trying to pressure the state development will further cause property expansion on many levels needed to be Legislature to expand the law to include all water and declines. addressed. When council members state I read the articles about full-day kin- non-carbonated drink containers. The MUCC estimates Mr. Godbout said it is going to that residents on one particular street dergarten. I am not a believer for many that Michigan residents only recycle about 20 percent "impact six or eight homes on Gray will not even be impacted, what are they reasons, many subjective, but the over- of these containers, which are soon expected to exceed Street, but this is a significant develop- thinking? Should we be wearing blind- whelming objective reason is that not all the number of pop and beer containers on the market ment." So what about those eight homes, ers? When the city council addresses kids are emotionally and intellectually (sales grew from 2.2 billion gallons in 1990 to 8.8 billion especially the one that will be impacted issues all across Westiand every month, mature enough to handle all day. gallons in 2007 according to the International Bottled on more than one side. That is negligi- some of us are impacted no matter Whether it's all-day kindergarten or Water Association). The vast majority end up in landfills, ble. It's a shame, but this is a significant where we live. the now mandated rigorous gradua- or worse — in our rivers, lakes and parks. development. The only solution is mov- The term "neighbor" goes beyond a tion requirements some thought has to In principle, we support an expansion of the law to ing the building to the west and putting few houses, one block, or the next stop be given to the "maturity" of the kids. cover these other beverage containers. Back when voters up trees? Can you plant trees that are light. Perhaps it's time foral l Westiand I don't have an answer for that or how approved the original law, they didn't exist. If they had, three stories high? neighbors to prepare now for when it's that can be done because every kid they would have been included in the law. The mayor said that the plan is pretty their turn to be in David's shoes. learns differently. When they are ready However, the state needs to make sure that it provides much compatible with the area. How and open they will learn. Forcing the assistance to retailers, who must bear the brunt of this could he come to that conclusion? There Westiand issue doesn't help. law by taking in all the containers. It is messy and labor is nothing compatible with the areas I do think the state missed the boat, intensive. Currently the state uses a portion of unre- of single family homes with an enor- although the goals of the graduation deemed deposits to retailers. It should use more of the mous building, no matter how far west requirements are laudable, they needed money to come up with a way to help ease the burden it is from Gray Street. Mr. Shaw told to think about phase in implementation, on retailers. Also, bills have been introduced in both the Councilwoman Graunstadt that she and reworking benchmarks from the House and Senate to reduce the amount of fraudulent is not old enough to know what senior I don't know if it was in error in this ground up as opposed to from the top returns to merchants coming from other states, which citizens want. Well, I am 72, and I know paper as the other paper claims, but on down. should also help. what senior citizens want, and this is the topic of the rezoning, thecitizens' Liz Fellows not necessarily it. The four councilmen concerns were only changing the zoning West Bioomfield Expanding the existing law requires a 75 percent super- and the mayor completely ignored our from R-l to a PUD. It was not the con- majority in the state legislature, because it is a voter- needs and instead followed the trail of cern of a three-story building in their approved initiative. Some in Lansing say that kind of the fat wallet of Mr. Shaw, who couldn't neighborhood. It was the total disregard support just isn't there. That's unfortunate because this is care less about the community. to the increase traffic, the down size of an opportunity for state lawmakers, who will go on sum- We will fight on however we can. We the lots, the total lack of any of the cur- mer recess at the end of the month, to earn their title by will also remember this debacle in the rent ordinances under R-l compared We welcome your letters to the editor. Please crafting a bill that expands one of the state's most popu- next election. to a PUD. They (the administration, include your name, address and phone number lar and effective recycling programs. Curt Gottlieb mayor, council and planning board) can for verification. We ask that your letters be 400 Westiand say it any way they want, but it comes words or less. We may edit for clarity, space down to the citizens don't count, money and content. does. WESTLAND Where in either article was the con- cern the citizens had for traffic? Where 'David vs. Goliath' was it stated about their concern with Letters to the editor On June 16, the Westiand and Livonia smaller lots and large homes including Westiand Observer residents who.border on Joy Road duplexes? These do not comply with 36251 Schoolcraft between Newburgh and Wayne roads the surrounding area. And there is no Livonia, Mi 48150 (S.O.N./Save Our Neighborhood) pre- way a developer can sue, if a zone isn't Sue Mason, Susan Rosiek Peter Neill Fax: Community Editor Executive Editor Vice President sented their opposition to the proposed changed. That's why cities have zoning, (734)459-4224 General Manager rezoning of the last piece of undevel- so that I or anyone else can't tear down Hugh Gallagher Marty Carry oped property in the area from R-l (resi- their home or even redesign it to have dential/single family) to P.U.D. which a warehouse, storefront or, as in some E-mail: Managing Editor Director of will include anything from single family cities, run a car repair garage or beauty [email protected] Advertising

Richard Aginian - Publisher Emeritus Our fundamental purposes are to enhance the lives of our readers, nurture the hometowns we serve and contribute are to the business success of our customers. Deputy Police Chief Gary Sikorski about a police crackdown on the use and sale of illegal fireworks in Westiand Observer S Eccentric [ Thursday, June 26,2008 www.hometownfife.com OTHER OPINIONS Some news is gloomy, but most Prenatal, preschool years residents still have hope for state he Midwest Democracy Institute has People want a talented and globally competitive vital to success in school taken a new poll of 400 Michiganders, Tand it predictably strikes a dismal note, workforce; a thriving economy and a great I, sa retired elementary teacher and environment is enriched to build a solid but one that contains some surprising grounds quality of life attracting talented people to C*l reading consultant, I agree with Hugh root system. To wait until the plant is nearly for optimism. T^ Gallagher's premise that "the educa- grown is too late for good results. The same First, the grim news: Michigan; and a state government that is tional journey needs to begin early and last is true for children. To get off to a healthy • Only about one out of six effective, efficient and accountable. a lifetime." I agree that we must put more start in life, they need care and educational of us (16 percent) think the emphasis on preschool edu- nutrients prior to birth and prior to school. state is "on the right track." cation, especially for low- A good healthy prenatal environment • Distrust in state govern- find the full report on The Center's Web site, income groups. Waiting until doesn't cost a cent. It takes time and effort ment has risen over the last ww w.thecenterformichigan.) later years, or high school, on the part of the mother, who needs little two years; nearly three out of The Midwest Democracy Network advocates is simply too late, no matter or no training. It includes simple and natu- four of us (73 percent) say they campaign finance reform and transparency in how much money and good- ral tasks such as reading and talking to the only trust state government government. Among the proposals that got top will we put into it. baby, stroking the baby in the womb, singing some of the time ... or almost marks in its poll: Unfortunately, the vast songs, thinking positive thoughts and stay- Phil Power never. • Requiring judges to publicly disclose majority of educators who ing healthy. None of these activities cost the • Barely one in five (21 campaign contributions, as well as requiring Edmund V. talk about educational mother or society a single cent, but will reap percent) think Gov. Jennifer them to step aside when cases before them Starrett reform, focus in other areas benefits for a lifetime. Granholm is doing a good job, while a mere involve parties who contributed to their cam- and seem to equate it with After the baby's birth, the child needs posi- tenth of us (11 percent) think the Legislature is paigns. (This will likely be a big issue this additional funding. They believe that, if we tive preschool experiences such as exposure doing well. fall, when Chief Justice Clifford Taylor of the just spend more money, things will get bet- to language and song, reading aloud to the None of this will surprise anyone who has Michigan Supreme Court — recently rated ter For example, Gov. Jennifer Granholm child on a regular basis, recognition of let- been following state affairs for the last few as among the worst in the country — is up and the New York Times (whom you quote ters of the alphabet and positive reinforce- years and is familiar with the usual drumbeat for election. Democrats have vowed to try to m your article) both talk about the need for ment. With these experiences, the child has. of doubt and depression from all sides. defeat him.) smaller high schools, more teachers training an excellent chance of being successful in But embedded in the survey is this remark- • Establish nonpartisan commissions to and making college preparatory education school. Ignore these two important periods able finding: "At the same time, many con- draw new district boundaries when needed, available to all. This will cost millions of in the child's life and the child will have little tinue to have an abiding faith in the ability to normally following the U.S. Census every additional dollars. The United States already chance of success in his/her lifetime. change state government to be less influenced decade. (Along with lengthening or abolishing spends more money on education than any It is a well-known fact, for example, that by moneyed interests and more responsive and term limits, fixing our redistricting system other nation in the world; unfortunately, the child who is exposed to books and lan- accountable to constituents. comes out high in MDM community conversa- our children are falling further and further guage experiences before coming to school "A large majority (77 percent) expresses per- tions. The vast majority of Michigan legisla- behind in literacy rates. Equating money has a tremendous advantage over the child sonal interest in an organization that works tive districts are gerrymandered to favor one with educational progress simply hasn't with little exposure. The child exposed to toward making state government work better party or the other.) worked for us. early learning activities generally retains by being more honest and accountable, and Six out of 10 Michiganders felt a package of I think it is about time we stopped look- that advantage for the rest of his/her years in over half of Michigan residents (54 percent) reforms will make a "big difference" in how ing at pricey programs that have been school. Getting off to a good start in school say they are extremely interested." their government works. Interestingly, many found wanting in the past and go back to is one of the most important things a parent That fits well with what the Michigan's legislators feel the same way. Over the past the beginning and take a new look at the can do for a child. Defining Moment (MDM) campaign has dis- few months, I've had six small, confidential, research regarding the value of prenatal and To make this successful, we want parents covered over the last six months. In that time, off-the-record dinners with lawmakers from preschool learning. We can start with the to be the first educators, not the state. The it has held nearly 200 community conversa- both parties. To a person, they are hard- recognition that the most important years in more the state becomes involved, the less tions, small group "deliberative democracy" working, interested in doing the right things, the life of a child are the nine months before . responsibility for the parents and the less gatherings all over the state. (Full disclosure frustrated with a political system that tends birth, and the five years before kindergarten, results for the children. Politicians, teach- here: I founded the nonprofit, nonpartisan to push them into scoring partisan political and build our programs around these peri- ers, doctors, churches, newspapers, instead sponsoring organization, The Center for points rather than governing wisely. ods. Using these two periods as a basis, we of pleading for more and more money to Michigan, and I'm a co-chair of the cam- True enough, this poll, like many others, need to educate prospective parents so that improve education at a later date, where paign.) looks grim on the surface. But if you look a bit tjiey can be more involved in the education of it will be less effective, need to get back to Attitudes expressed in these meetings are below the surface, lots of folks are interested their children before they come to school. where it all begins and educate parents and decidedly not a scientific poll. Nor are they in reforming the system and willing to work A growing body of research today clearly perspective parents about their need to be top-down ideological statements of revealed hard to do it. demonstrates that learning — real learn- personally involved in the education of their truth (if any such things exist). Instead, Correcting the record: My column last ing — takes place before birth. This new children. We have known for some time they're the thoughtful reflections of nearly week chastised Gov. Granholm for not adopt- research demonstrates that speech and read- now that the more the parents are involved 2,000 Michiganders, who attempted to define ing Oakland County Executive L. Brooks ing capacities are laid as early as the first in education, the better it works out for the their hopeful vision for the state, as well as Patterson's idea for a four-day, 10-hour work two or three months of pregnancy, and that child. share their thoughts about how best to achieve week to save gas. Turns out she released a let- the womb is indeed the developing child's I conclude by encouraging all teach- that vision. ter urging state departments to do exactly first classroom. As the National Children's ers, parents and parents-to-be to become The results have just been released in that, one day before my column was published. Reading Foundation put it, "The physical informed about the recent findings about the a report, "Michigan's Defining Moment: I'm pleased she did the sensible thing to capacity to read is hard-wired in the brain value of prenatal and preschool education A Common Ground Vision for Michigan's help preserve a little fuel, while helping state before birth." and how it effects learning. It's fascinating Transformation." In the main, the findings are employees save a lot of gas money. We might use nature as a prime example. reading and it works. pretty straightforward. We learned long ago that, if we want healthy People want a talented and globally com- Phil Power is founder and president of The Center for plants, a greener lawn, or better fruit, we Edmund V. Starrett is a Livonia resident with an edu- petitive workforce: a thriving economy and a Michigan, a think tank based in Ann Arbor. The opinions must make every effort that the growing cation doctorate. great quality of life attracting talented people expressed here are Power's and do not represent the to Michigan; and ;> slate government that is official vipws nf Thp Cpntpr RparW rommpnK arp WPI- effective, efficient and accountable. (You can come.

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BY TIM SMITH district deal with a $2 million from the 2007 court-mandated Al Chambo last OBSERVER STAFF WRITER budget shortfall for 2008-09. switch of seasons, a decision September South Redford faced a June resulting in boys and girls bas- discusses The man who oversaw myriad 30 deadline to approve a bal- ketball taking place at the same extensive recent renovations to Redford anced budget. Several class- time of the year. renovations Thurston's athletics complex room instructors throughout Thurston principal Bill made in athletics — such as a new football field, the district also were let go. Zolkowski did not respond facilities at . refurbished gymnasium and Chambo was instrumental to a request for comment Redford Thurston swimming pool and construc- in helping get a $32.65 million on Chambo's layoff prior to through a 2005 tion of an auxiliary gym — lost bond'issue approved by South Tuesday night's deadline. bond issue he his job Monday thanks to bud- Redford voters in May 2005 Chambo, 49, a Garden City helped oversee. get cuts by the South Redford that included installation of resident who also taught five The veteran Board of Education. a turf football field as well as years at Thurston before being athletic director in Al Chambo, who just finished new running track plus a new named athletic director, would the South Redford Canton 5K run his eighth year as athletic direc- competitive gymnasium that not discuss the situation other district was laid The inaugural Run tor of the district (including opened last fall. than to say in an e-mail that "At off Monday due to for Canton's History 5K Thurston and Pierce Middle The auxiliary gym drew raves this particular time I have ho budget cuts. Fun Run/Walk will be School), was one of two admin- from coaches for minimizing held Sunday, Jury 20, at istrators laid off to help the scheduling problems stemming Please see CHAMBO, B4 FILE PHOTO 8 a.m. with the starting line at historic Cherry Hill Village. Registration forth e event will begin at 7:30 . Florida picks ajn. at Cherry Hill and Ridge roads. The entry fee is $20 through July 16 and $22 Jenks in the the day ofth e race. All • participants wffl receive a custom shirt and a Canton Historical Society membership. Awards will fourth round he presented to the top male and female finishers. BY ED WRIGHT Runners can register OBSERVER STAFF WRITER at the Summit on die Park, which is located at Following this past weekend's National 46000 Summit Parkway Hockey League Entry Draft, A. J. Jenks' in Canton. ; future appears to be as bright as Florida sun- For more information, shine. call the Canton Sports The Plymouth Whaler forward and native Center at (734) 483-5600 of Wolverine Lake was selected by the Florida or send an e-mail to mike. Panthers in the fourth round of the draft. hofmieister@canton- Fellow Whaler Michal Jordan, a defen- mi.org. seman, was taken five picks later by the Carolina Hurricanes. Softball sign-ups Jenks, who graduated from Plymouth High The second session of School on June 15, registered 26 goals and slow-pitch Softball leagues 29 assists with 94 penalty minutes this past at the. Canton Softball season for the Whalers. He also played a key f Center begins Jury 13. role in the team's 2006-07 Ontario Hockey Leagues of all ability levels League championship run when he netted will be offered. nine net-finders and 14 helpers in 68 games. Registration forms can Jenks watched the draft at home along with be found at www.csc.can- several family members and friends. ton-mi.org. League sched- "Actually, I didn't hear my name called ules include 18 games because my agent called me a few minutes plus playoffs. The team before and told me the Panthers had drafted registration feei s $800 in Members of the Christian Footbail League of Michigan's leadership committee include (from left) Bill Rider Jr., Boyd Meyers and Scott Hyde. me," the 6-foot-2,210-pound Jenks said. "I addition to a $12 umpire was expecting to go a little higher (draft-spe- fee that is paid weekly cific Web sites projected he'd be taken any- prior to each game. where from the first through third rounds), For more information, but it's still very exciting to be drafted. call (734) 483-5600. "The Panthers' assistant general manager called me later that day and said they were Special offer THE SCOOP ON THE CFLM excited to be able to get me as late in the draft forGCYBSA New league offers opportunities to Christian What: Christian Football as they did."' Jenks offered the following advice to young Precision Baseball League of Michigan; hockey players who dream of someday hear- in Canton is offering a school and home-schooled gridders Who: The first-year league consists of ing their name called out on draft day. special deal forGreate r seven teams representing Plymouth, Ann "Stick with it and have fun," said Jenks. Canton Youth Baseball BY ED WRIGHT across a league in Georgia that offered Arbor, Flint, Lansing, Muskegon, North Ironically, former Whalers head coach & Softball Association OBSERVER STAFF WRITER football to kids who didn't have an out- Branch and Troy; teams will consist Pete DeBoer was hired as the Panthers' head teams mat are looking for let to play otherwise," said Meyers, the mostly of Christian school students and coach last week. a special site for their end- Prayers have been answered for CFLM's president. "I figured, if it can home-schooled students; Jordan, a 6-1,181-pound defenseman, com- of-the-year parties. hundreds of Michigan high school work in Georgia, why not here?" piled six goals and 22 assists in 61 games with When: The league is set to kick off in - Teams can use students whose desire to play football Meyers' tireless efforts to get the Plymouth and Windsor this season. Precision's indoor base- was sacked in the past because they league off the ground have been early September with a triple-header at ball and softball training attended small Christian schools or no rewarded with widespread interest. EMU's Rynearson Stadium; Q51-2108 facility for two hours school at all. In addition to the seven teams Where: Week 2 games wilt be pSayed.in — including field rental The Christian Football League that will begin play in September — Flint; the sites for the remainder of the and an Iron Mike batting of Michigan will break its initial Plymouth, Ann Arbor, Flint, Lansing, season have yet to be determined; cage — forjus t $10 per huddle beginning the first weekend Muskegon, North Branch and Troy For more information: player. in September with seven teams — one — several other communities have Visit www.cfi-mi.com. To reserve a spot, call based in Plymouth — whose rosters received commitments from enough (734) 459-5921 and ask will be filled mostly by students who players to field a team. for the GCYBSA deal. attend schools that don't offer football "However, some areas are holding this league together has been the fact and home-schooled students. off because they're afraid that if the that it's like a full-time job even though RU Wing T camp The league, which is not affili- kids play football, it will take too many I already work a full-time job," said Redford Union is host- ated with the Michigan High School players from the boys soccer teams," Meyers, who works for the Michigan ing the Panther Wing Athletic Association, is the brainchild said Meyers. "We're going to address Department of Corrections. "Another T-camp for football play- of Saline resident Boyd Meyers, a that conflict by offering a boys soccer challenge is the fact that we're starting ers enteringhigh school former walk-on football player at league in the spring so that students out with zero resources. this fall. Michigan State University, whose pri- can play football and not miss out on "It's been challenging and exciting at It runs 5-7 p.m. mary goal is to give more kids a chance soccer." the same time." WALT DMOCH Tuesday, July 29, through to learn the invaluable life lessons that Meyers admitted the planning Meyers said the Christian-based Plymouth Whaler forward A.J. Jenks, a recent Friday, Aug. 1 For more can be taught on the gridiron. stages of the new leagues have been league is not limited to kids who graduate of Plymouth High School, was drafted in information, call Miles "When I was researching the idea accompanied by some growing pains. the fourth round of this past weekend's NHL Draft Tomasaitis at (313) 575- of starting something like this, I ran "The most difficult part of putting Please see CHRISTIAN, B4 by the Florida Panthers. 4753.

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2008 ALL-OBSERVER BASEBALL FIRST-TEAM Will Tidwell, Sr., P, Canton: The Hillsdale College-bound pitch- er compiled a stellar 7-1 record with a 2.29 earned run aver- age. His lone loss was a 2-1 set- back to Plymouth. He chalked up six complete games and fin- ished second on the team with a .375 batting average. "Will was our most consis- 1 -• tent pitcher all year long and -I.-1 A j I was voted our team MVP," said Canton coach Mark Blomshield. "He gave our team a great chance to win when he was on the mound because of his ability to throw a lot of strikes with all of his pitches." Ryan Baqlow, Sr., P, Lutheran Westfand: The senior right- hander posted school-record mark 8-0 this season with one save in leading the 25-8 Warriors to the Division 4 state rr finals. 11 t ••ill Baglow, the school record holder for career wins (24), was a control pitcher allowing just 12 walks while fanning 44. He gave up only 17 earned runs (six earned). His ERA was 0.63. "Mr. Consistency is Ryan," 2008 ALL-OBSERVER Lutheran Westiand coach Kevin Wade said of the BASEBALL Division 4 second-team All-Stater and All-Metro Conference choice. "He'll make a bad pitch once in awhile, but Triple ana nomer. tie rinisned 5am nas naa a pnenomenai P • A"g? c tocc i he always seems to hit his spots with 26 RBI and struck out year at the plate setting school C-DaiAbwnS-.,. Liv Stevenson Liv Franklin Lutheran Westiand C - 3-idi Ccrrer. S- and leaves pitchers guessing at only seven times. records for hits in a season (53) C-Tyler B'eesse,.. what is coming next." "Tyler was our offensive and and for RBI (47). The scary INF-Sa.-v3 Anqelo Zoccoii, Sr., P, Garden defensive leader this season " part he's only a junior." . 3B-S3ir.Aiersr City: Zoccoii was outstanding Churchill coach Ron Targosz Sam Ott, Jr., OF, Salem: The tfesfc all season, keeping the Cougars said of the All-Lakes Division junior center fielder was one OF - SaTTi C>", OF-Da/id ha-ire^ in virtually every game he pick. "He led the team in hits of the primary catalysts of the LOISteS pitched. He compiled a record and was second in RBI. Rocks' resurgent season as he p of 7-2 with a 2.04 earned-run "What was even more impor- compiled a .427 batting aver- AL - Esf /siigh SECOND "1A" average and showed excel- tant was how Tyler handled the age with 28 RBI and 37 runs P-Rotsrt^aserS' lent poise (just 22 walks in 58 pitchers when he was behind scored. He also stole a team- P-Ds-ekflearam ; innings, along with 40 strike- the plate. He seemed to take high 24 bases without being C-6re-^n.-r C - ian S:orey outs). control of the game and have thrown out once — and served "Zoccoii obviously was IHRK.Sciy. a very calming effort on the as the team's closer. Ott is just SS-Jarec Vle-.ir Sam Ott David Harvey Chris Gazley our horse on the mound and pitchers. His improvement the one of four players in the his- SS - 8f5C L -ecerr Salem Plymouth Redford Union our leader offensively," said last two years, especially defen- tory of Salem to play on the M-MReBasrer IMF - V!.' se. :r- ' Cougars' head coach Steve sively, has been fun to watch. varsity squad as a freshman. OF-t-rj/Scl-c Herman. I'm looking forward to good "In my opinion, Sam is a five- OF - haj Cc'e S Garden City's team MVP hit OF-'oTj-ar-coi things next season from Tyler." • tool player and he certainly OF - V- >z C'cena. .380, scored 28 runs, drove in Sam Vomastek, Sr., INF, Liv. was one of the leaders on our Unrt 14 and ripped eight doubles - Stevenson: the senior infielder team," said Salem coach Dale Al-Charles Meh Trmrs and played flawless shortstop and catcher hit .398 (35-for- Rumberger. "He's arguably AL - Jo*1 Posle when not pitching. Zoccoii 88) with an impressive on-base one of the best players to play COACH OF T! : * f-' earned All-Mega K.ed and All- percentage of .465. nt Salem plus lie n?.s &. hu^e Kevin Wade, Luth HONOKABLE• District honors. "Sam is a very smart base- upside." Churchill: Shea Dwye Dan Abbott, Sr., C, Lutheran ball player with a terrific work David Harvey, Sr., OF, Plymouth: Franklin: Jeff McCulli ° Jake Wilson, Jeff Sorei •• wpsriar- Westiand: The senior catcher ethic," Stevenson coach Rick The senior tore up opposing John Glenn: Chris (te batted .478 with 10 doubles, Berryman said of the All- pitching to the tune of a .449 Wayne Memorial: JottDfj-flm., nm Siegfried, UthsraaWesti*iKfe Austin Jesse Carpenter Ben Vaughn Kevin Wade-Lutheran two triples, two homers and 31 Western Lakes selection. batting average. He not only Bagtow, Aaron Dermifser, Nate Baetierl, Liv. Franklin Westiand coach RBI. He also scored 29 runs. Garrett Gumm, Jr., SS, Liv. reached base at a .530 clip, but Clareiiceviile; Tyler Mendrtckson, Canton Huron Valley mineral*: Ryan Jofies: "What a breakout year for Franklin: The junior finished displayed spurts of power with Canton: Ryan Nets, Kevm Belapaz, Dan," Wade said of the All- with a .472 batting average en three home runs and 20 RBI. Matt Bary№, Sate TsctiettenStiMK Ben Vaughn, Sr., At-Large, Woods University-Liggett. Chris Kortkk, Heatfi Parlmg, Um Metro Conference choice. route to All-Western Division "David Harvey is the con- Lorber, iusttn Horgsr; Plymouth Canton: Vaughn was produc- "Just to be even mentioned "In the off-season, he hit the honors. summate student-athlete," said MsttSkiibik, Cliff Biitteraisre, Garrett tive at the plate and on the as Coach of Year is an honor," Re&am; Garden City: Sratt Bond, David mound as he led the Chiefs to weights hard and lost some Among his 45 hits includ- Plymouth coach Chuck Adams. Ciciora, Wax Straiten Bedford tfnioa; said Wade, whose team set weight and it made a big differ- ing nine doubles, a triple and "More importantly, he's a even Matt Macet, Bofafcy fJay, Ksitti Unto, their first District title since nine school records. "It was a ence in his game. three homers. He also scored better person." Mm Rivera, Dylan Sross HossMtjime, 1989- The senior hit .398 with humbling experience for me. Redford Thurston: Jsremy Wafsr, "He can hit to allfields an d 37 runs. Chris Gazley, Sr., At-Large, R/ari Smith Aaron Mcfcfera; Plymouth a .470 on-base percentage. On It was an unbelievable and with such a strong arm, teams "Garrett has been our short- Redford Union: The three- Christian Academy: Jofiato Slater,,. the mound, the hard-throw- unforgettable year because so Trevor Hinrt, Kevin Ssttorff, Charie$ have found it difficult to run on stop for the past two seasons," year starter was named the Cans; Canton Agajw: T Mkt ing right-hander registered many players stepped up big. ' Brandon Pierson him. He did a great job calling Franklin coach Matt Fournier Panthers' MVP for the second 55 strikeouts in 35 innings It quite an amazing run, somer games for his us this year. He said. "He's the best student of straight season and he also pitched while recording a 3-3 thing I'll never forget. What an always seems to call the right the game on our team and was earned All-Mega White, All- record. experience it was to be with the pitches." a huge part in our postseason District and All-Region honors. on his .370 batting average and "Ber^ was our top hitter and kids and coach them. And they Brian Corner, Sr., C, Red. run. He led the team in many Gazley led the team with a his 9-4 record on the mound. possibly, our best all-around made my experience that much Thurston: The hard-nosed offensive categories including .442 batting average, also lead- Carpenter won four games player," said Blomshield. "He easier." senior was Thurston's MVP, homers, RBI, walks and stolen ing the squad with 50 hits and during postseason play as the could pitch, play infield and Wade is a 1997 graduate was named to the All-Mega bases. He will continue to grow 39 RBI. He also played well Patriots reached the Division 1 outfield with equal skill. He from Lutheran Westiand who Blue team and led the Eagles as a player." defensively at several positions regional final. In 74.1 innings, has a power arm that can get played three sports (football, in virtually every category, said Sam Ahlersmeyer, Jr., 3B, and was the team's pitching ace he had 60 strikeouts and 38 his fastball into the high-80s baseball and basketball). He head coach Bob Snell, adding Lutheran Westiand: The senior (6-5,1.88, 82 strikeouts in 70 walks with a 2.57 ERA. . while touching 90 at times." graduated from Concordia that he "provided a lot of lead- third baseman batted .469 innings). The All-Western Division COACH OF THE YEAR University in Ann Arbor 2001. ership" for younger players on with 53 hits, including 15 "Chris was one of the most selection also collected 10 dou- Kevin Wade, Lutheran Westiand: Wade has also coached the the squad. doubles, four triples and three dependable everyday players I bles, a pair of triples, 24 RBI The fourth-year coach led the Lutheran Westiand varsity Corner batted .417, scored 35 homers. He finished with 47 have seen," said RU head coach and 24 runs scored. Warriors to their most produc- girls volleyball and girls bas- runs, knocked in 29 runs and RBI and scored 37 runs. Mike Taylor. "He's one of those "Jesse is a great competi- tive season in school history, ketball the past two years. He had a .681 slugging percent- "When Sam was a freshman players that I will remember tor who gives you everything finishing 25-8, including a run- won districts this year in vol- age. Behind the plate, he threw up on the varsity you would for the rest of my life because of he has every game," Fournier ner-up finish in the Division leyball, basketball and baseball out 17 would-be base-stealers have thought he was a junior what he did for this program." said. "He has great character. 4 state tournament after win- and his overall record for the and fielded at a .948 clip. In a because of his size," Wade said Jesse Carpenter, Sr., At-Large, He moved from the outfield to ning the regional champion- three sports during the past district win over Clarenceville, of the All-Metro and second- Uv. Franklin: The senior was the infield to make our team ship with a 3-2 upset of No. 1- two years is a combined 126- Corner tripled, doubled and team All-State choice. "He is named Franklin's MVP based better." ranked and 29-0 Grosse Pointe 39-

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Rams sweep Detroit Eagles 2008 ALL-WESTERN LAKES Rzeznik, Sr., W,L Central: Andy Buchanan, Sr., Saunderson, Sr., Northvilie. ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION Wailed Lake Western. At-Large: Jake Holloway, Jr., W.L. Western, BASEBALL TEAMS At-Large: Andy Tinkey, Jr., Walled Lake ALL-LAKES DIVISION The Michigan Rams con- (Madonna University) and Shankin went the first five Northern, Pitchers: Joe Posler, Sr., Satem; Shea Dwyer, tinue to surge in the Michigan Ryan Abraham also knocked innings, allowing just two runs ALL-CONFERENCE ALL-WESTERN DIVISION Sr., Livonia Churchill. Pitchers: David LJberti, Jr., Northvilie; Kevin Pitchers; Will Tidwell, Sr., Canton; Mike Collins, Catcher: Tyler Bledsoe, Jr., Churchill. Collegiate Baseball League, in runs. on five hits. Uetz,Sr.,Nortlwllle. Sr., Northvilie, Infieiders: Matt Johnson, Sr., W.L Central; sweeping the Detroit Eagles Steve Washington went 2- He struck out two and Catcher: Eric Glanz, Jr.. Walled Lake Central. Catcher: Dan Storey, Jr., Canton. Ricky Scully, Jr., Churchill; Danny Tursell, Jr., Infielders: Sam Vomastek, Sr., Livonia Infielders: Garrett Gumm, Jr., Franklin; Ben W.L. Northern; Heath Parling, Jr., Salem. three straight including a 4- for-3 for the Eagles (3-11); also walked two. Closer Bret Stevenson; Mike Basner, Jr., Livonia Franklin; Vaughn, Sr., Canton; Brad Uneberry, Sr., Outfielders: Russ VanMaeie, Sr., W.L. Northern; 0 win Monday at soggy Ford a 20-and-under team. Spencer (MU) pitched a score- Matt Deacon, Jr., Northvilie; Steve Anderson, Plymouth. Sam Ott, Jr., Salem; Brian Runge, Sr., ChurchNI. Field in Livonia. Losing pitcher Andy Bryant less sixth with a pair of strike- Sr,, Northvilie. Outfielders; Steve Astrien, Sr., W.L Western; At-Large; Robert Fraser, Sr,, Westiand John Outfielders; Joe Mitchell, Sr., Northvilie; Cody David Harvey, Sr., Plymouth; Damarii Glenn. That was following a double- gave up four runs on four hits outs and one walk. header sweep Saturday on in five innings. He had control Starter Rob Moffett took the the same diamond giving the issues, allowing seven walks loss for the Eagles, allowing THE WEEK AHEAD Rams five straight wins. and hitting a batter. nine runs on 11 hits. Aaron Wick was the winning On Saturday, the Rams took D.J. Ziegler and B.B. MICHIGAN COLLEGIATE Blue Knights Dodgers (2), noon. pitcher Monday, going the first both ends of the twinbill, 12-2 Edwards each had an RBI for BASEBALL LEAGUE SCHEDULE (at Tecumseh, Ontario's LaCasse Park) Thursday, June 26 Thunder vs. Mich. Bulls (2), noon. five innings and tossing a two- and 6-1. the Eagles. (at Livonia Stevenson H.S.) WOMEN'S INDEPENDENT hitter. In the opener, the Rams In the nightcap, Colin Blue Knights vs. Trail blazers, 5:45 p.m. FOOTBALL LEAGUE PLAYOFFS He struck out four and unloaded for 14 hits led by Joe O'Connell pitched a two-hitter Friday, June 27 Saturday, June 28 walked one before James Barnes (3-for-4; three RBI); and struck out eight over six (at Livonia's Ford Held) Det. Demolition vs. Chicago Force Bertakis came on to earn the Herman (3-for-3; RBI); and innings to earn the victory for Mich. Bulls vs. Mich. Rams, 5:45 p.m. at Holgren Athletic Complex (ill.), 3 p.m. save, allowing two hits over the Frank Persichino (2-for-3; four the Rams. Spencer finished up Mich. Monarchs vs. Blue Knights, 8:15 p.m. UNITED SOCCER LEAGUES final two innings. RBI). in the seventh. (at Livonia's Bicentennial Park) PREMIER DEVELOPMENT LEAGUE Traiiblazers vs. Det. Eagles, 5:45 p.m. W-LEAGUE SCHEDULE, Brad Herman went 2-for- Also getting into the act was Offensive leaders for the Mich. Dodgers vs. Thunder, 8;15 p.m. Friday, June 27 2 with a double and triple to Brett Mazmanian (2-for-3; two Rams included Mazmanian Sunday, June 29 Mich. Hawks vs. Fort Wayne (Ind.) Fever lead the 20-and-under Rams, RBI); Little (2-for-4; RBI); and (2-for-4; RBI); Herman (2-for- (at Livonia's Bicentennial Park) at Fort Wayne's Hefner Stadium, 7 p.m. who improved to 10-5 in the Tim Cross (l-for-4 RBI). 3); Cross (two-run triple)) and Traiiblazers vs. Det. Eagles (2), noon. Sunday, June 29 MCBL. Canton's Shawn Little Winning pitcher Brett Derek Mosher (RBI). Mich. Rams vs. Monarchs (2), 5 p.m. Mich. Hawks vs. W. Mich. Firewomen (at Livonia Stevenson H.S.) at Livonia Stevenson H.S., 3 p.m. www.hometownlife.com Observer S Eccentric j Thursday, June 26,2008 (•) B3 (LWReGc) Observer S Eccentric | Thursday, June 26,2008 www.hometownllfe.com

CHAHBO Giummo said. "It's just a shame they have to take it out Demolition FROM PAGE Bl on the kids." Giummo said Chambo BYBRADEMONS to the Force in April because final regular season game at wash from 2-9 p.m. Thursday comment on where I stand or worked tirelessly behind the OBSERVER SPORTS WRITER now we're all comfortable in Livonia Franklin High School at Sellers Buick Pontiac GMC, the plans of the school board." scenes doing everything from our positions and our roles," as quarterback Bridget Porter located at 38000 Grand River Thurston football coach making sure student-athletes If the Detroit Demolition said Demolition coach Tony threw for three touchdowns Avenue, Farmington Hills. Bob Snell and boys basketball maintained necessary mini- repeats as Independent Blankenship in a Demolition and ran for another. Running "For a sports team to be coach Brian Bates also could mum grade-point averages to Women's Football League press release. "We have got- back Kiana Dennis also gained traveling throughout the play- not be reached for comment. participate on a team as well champion, they'll have to do ten better each and every 110 yards and scored a TD. offs entails a lot of expenses," as keeping tabs on where kids it the hard way - opening on game and are confident that It was the sixth shutout this Demolition owner Jeff Rose BIG LOSS FOR KIDS stood on annual physicals and the road against unbeaten and we're peaking when we should season for the Demolition, said in a press release. "So But veteran boys swim pay-to-play eligibility. Midwest Division champion be - in the playoffs. We look who have given up only 25 we're doing what we can to coach Tom Giummo lamented With two months before Chicago Force. forward to playing this game points all season as Dennis raise money for our travels as losing such a dedicated advo- fall sports get under way, the The Demolition (7-1) will try against Chicago, even on their had seven tackles and one pass best we can and we thank one cate for student-athletes, let South Redford board must act and avenge their only loss of field. This time it's personal." break-up from her linebacker of our big sponsors, Sellers alone someone who often quickly to get the new admin- the season, 18-7 to the Force The Force faces a position. Buick Pontiac GMC for help- would be the first person at istrative lineup in place. (8-O) in April. Demolition squad that is ing us and putting on this car school and the last one to The board could decide to Game time is 3 p.m. (CDT) running superbly on all cyl- Benefit car wash wash." leave after that day's athletic move Chambo's many duties Saturday at the Holmgren inders on offense, scoring a To help defray travel For more information, call events. over to an assistant principal, Athletic Cpmplex in Chicago. total of 290 points including expenses for their playoff road Steve Lipsen at (248) 496- "If it wasn't for Al, we prob- but Giummo worried about "We're a completely different a 37-0 win June 14 over the trip Saturday to Chicago, the 9084; or visit www.detdemoli- ably wouldn't have gotten that the logistics of one person team - and mindset ~ that lost Wisconsin Warriors in the Demolition will stage a car tion.com. fabulous football field and adding athletics to traditional fieldhouse, or the new gym," administrative duties such as Giummo said Tuesday after- "grades, discipline and every- noon. "You need somebody on thing else." your side to oversee athletics. According to Giummo, it is He's going to be missed." unfortunate that the budget The Michigan Bucks recovered pound the ball at the Kalamazoo Right from the second-half kick- on Outrage goalkeeper Bobby Meanwhile, Chambo's cuts dealt a major blow to the from an early miscue Saturday at goal relentlessly for the entire off, the Bucks worked speedy mid- Shuttleworth. outstanding performance to athletic program. Kalamazoo to score three second first half. The half ended with the fielder Ty Shipalane up and down Jafta gave the keeper no chance help get the 2005 bond issue "Athletics is an integral part half goals in beating the Outrage, same score, but the momentum the right flank. in finishing his second goal of the approved ~ and then put a of the high school program," 3-1, at Mayor's Riverfront Park. was clearly in the Bucks favor. Shipalane took the ball clear season to go with his eight assists. blueprint into action — partly Giummo said. "I think athlet- The Pontiac-based side with the Besides missing three point blank down the rightsid e of the field, Nate's goal came just 60 seconds earned him the Michigan ics and academics go hand Premier Development League's range chances, Kenny Uzoigwe beat two defenders and crossed after the first goal and put the visi- Interscholastic Athletic in hand,... they make a well- (PDL) best record spotted the headed one offth e cross bar and the ball to fellowSout h African tors in front for good. Administrators Association rounded student." home team a goal in the second newcomer Billy Weaver dented and college teammate Nate Jafta, The Bucks' solid defense made Region 12 Athletic Director of The timing of the layoff minute of play, following a miscue the right post with alaser from ten who did what he does best, with a amends forth e early gift they gave the Year in 2005-06. also means Thurston might in the Buck's 6-yard box. yards away. deft touch, calmly slotting the ball the home side and held Kalamazoo Giummo, involved in athlet- not have an active voice in While preparing to clear what Bucks third-year head coach waist high across the 6-yard box to only one more shot the entire ics at Thurston since the early the upcoming weeks when looked to be a harmless ball in Dan Fitzgerald was pleased with where he knew his running mate game. 1980s, said he does under- the cloudy future of the Mega front of the goal, captain Mike the work rate in the first half but Kenny Uzoigwe would be anx- Clark finished the game with stand it is a tough economic Conference beyond 2008-09 Holody fellvicti m to the less than more impressed with the veteran iously waiting the feed. one save, but was able to raise his time for all of the region, is determined. perfect field conditions when the team's patience. The 6-foot-4 striker left his feet record to a league leading 9-0 on school districts included. He "Now they're talking ball he went to clear jumped over "Sometimes in soccer you feel a to meet Jafta's cross with a div- the season. Defenders Kyle Russell just hoped the budget trim- about disbanding the Mega," his foott o a gracious Outrage bit snake bitten, like nothing is ever ing header to get the Bucks level and Dave Hertel held down the mings could have avoided Giummo said. "Al was right striker Tom Warmer, who calmly going to go in the back of the net," in the 48th minute. Before the flanks with solid physical play, athletics. there on that, looking out for put the ball past Bucks keeper he said. "We could have scored four Bucks fens in the crowd finished while newly acquired Adam "Things like this happen our best interests." Steve Clark for a 1-0 lead. goals against Toronto and four celebrating their first goal in two Brent joined Holody as the two and you wish (money) could The early goal didn't discour- more in the first halftonigh t - but games, Weaver took aball from central defenders who shut down be cut from someplace else," tsmithilriometownlif6.com age the Bucks, who proceeded to the ball just wasn't going our way." the left side and sent Jafta in alone Kalamazoo's talented strikers.

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BATS: MYTHS AND MYSTERIES BATS be insect-eaters, he said they FROM PAGE D1 consume much more than What: Separate fact from fiction, Red Bat mosquitoes. try hands-on activitiesand see Hoary Bat 7-month run. Bats eat moths and beetles live bats at a new exhibit Indiana Bat Steve Pagnani, director and serve as an important When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, Eastern Pipistrelle of marketing for Cranbrook component for agriculture, extended hours from 6-9 p.m. Evening Bat Institute of Science, noted feeding on crop pests that can that the exhibit attracts both harm or diminish the food Fridays, now through Jan. 4,2009 Northern Long-eared bat adults and children. For those supply. Where: Cranbrook Institute of. Silver-haired Bat who are still a bit squeamish, Bats pollinate, helping to Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., the exhibit gives way to an grow fruits like banana and Bloomfield Hills See for yourself alternate route showing only mango and papaya. Museum admission: $9 adult, The best time for bat-spotting: pictures and video of bats Some bats prefer solitude $7 children 2-12 and seniors 65+, About 15 minutes after sunset in various regions. But 9- while others live in a colony. children under 2 and members The best places for bat-spotting: year-old Lukas Sznewajs of The exhibit shows bats' Near water or lights. Birmingham had no trouble preferred habitat — caves and admitted free. standing just inches away from crevasses under bridges. It Bat Festival 2008:7 p.m. Friday, a flying fox bat, as Mies held shows ways to protect the bat Aug. 1 hearGuest Lecturer Janeil Protect bats in three easy it in his hand. "I don't really population locally. Mies sug- Cannon, author of Stellaluna steps know about bats but I like gests building a bat house on and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on • Build or buy a bat house them a lot," Lukas said. your property. Saturday, Aug. 2 enjoy live music • Create a wildlife garden that MRV That's just the point of Bats: "Give bats an alternative," he and witness bat netting and dem- will attract hummingbirds and Myths and Mysteries. Mies said. "They won't enter a house LAWRENCE MCKEE]STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER onstrations at Cranbrook. butterflies by day and bats at hopes the public will walk if they have somewhere else night away wowed, having learned to go." Female Fruit Bats huddle together in an exhibit titled 'Bat: Myths and much more about the benefits For those who leave as avid Mysteries' at Cranbrook Science Institute. Species of Bats in Michigan • Taik about bats to help dispel bats offer. bat fans, sponsor-a-bat options Big Brown Bat myths and support bat conserva- While most people realize are available and range from For more information visit [email protected] Little Brown Bat tion that bats in Michigan tend to $20 to $500. www.batconservation.org. (248) 901-2567

WINE PICKS WINE Over the centuries, the French ALSO VERY GOOD: FROM PAGE Dt have gifted us with some great 2006 Chateau St. Jean Belle Terre things, the Statue of Liberty and Vineyard, $25 Salad make perfect pairings. Champagne among them. And 2006 Sbragia Home Ranch Dry • Joseph Drouhin 2006 now, a star-spangled sparkier to Creek, $26 Domaine de Vaudon Chablis celebrate July .4,2008, Pommery 2006 DeLoach OFS Russian River ($23) is drinking very well POP America Champagne Valley, $30 now and will age for another five years. Vibrant and cit- $18/187mL, dressed in red, white 2006 Pine Ridge Dijon Clones, $33 rusy, it's a treat with crabmeat and blue, stars and stripes, 2005 Merryvale Carneros, $35 and will make a classic Caesar to honor our country's flag. If 2006 Beringer Private Reserve Salad sing. you're having a Fourth of July Napa Valley, $35 LAALR • Joseph Drouhin 2006 Celebration, chill the bottles and 2006 DeLoach Porter-Bass Chablis Premier Cru ($29) is serve this bubbly with a straw Vineyard, $43 fermented in neutral cooper- - no glass needed. The style is a 2006 Paul Hobbs Russian River age but remains steely and minerally with tangy orange touch sweeter than a more tradi- Valley, $45 and lemon flavors that last tional Brut Champagne but makes 2006 Williams Selyem Hawk Hill cxx> long into the finish. Try it a lively aperitif to get the party Vineyard, $50 with smoked salmon. started. . 2006 Williams Selyem Heintz From The Window Replacement Experts! • Joseph Drouhin 2005 Vineyard, $50 Chablis-Sechers ($33) is a sin- Most CHARDONNAY is barrel 2006 Paul Hobbs Richard Dinner gle-vineyard Premier Cru. Buy fermented and aged, so if you Vineyard, Sonoma Mountain, $65 and cellar it until oyster season rolls around in September. . prefer this style, the following are We're in the "r" month camp winners! If a retailer does not stock a spe- for these bivalves. In summer, PICK OF THE PACK: 2006 cific wine we recommend, ask that oysters, except from the coldest Beringer Sbragia Limited-Release, it be ordered from the distributor, waters, are milky and a little Napa Valley $40. Once we say deli- or if it's a domestic wine, order it too fat in the mouth. We like cious in a generously-oaked style, direct from the winery. them briny as does Chablis- there's no need for more words. Sechers.

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