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Whoopi Goldberg, Phylicia Rashad and even Cosby’s own family members have publicly backed away from their earlier proclamations, perhaps because a number of the star’s accusers have filed defamation lawsuits that have dragged Camille Cosby into the fray even though it could be argued that she’s the pri- mary – if not the only – victim.

“There is a systematic effort to Bill Cosby destroy every Black male en- tertainer’s image,” said come- In the wake of the criminal dian Eddie Griffin, who starred charges filed against legendary Volunteers gather to provide services to clients in the 1990s hit television comedian and actor Bill Cosby, Mother’s Pantry in Inkster is show “Malcolm & Eddie,” of Refuge at 27741 Carlysle National Kidney Foundation the voices that once supported seeking volunteers to provide which featured “Cosby Show” Street, and works as a “Client and Western Wayne Family the star have suddenly been si- client services. star Malcolm Jamal Warner. Choice” location that distrib- Health Services. lenced. All ages are welcome to join in utes food to local families in According to Operation with the program, including On Wednesday, Dec. 30, the need. The nonprofit organiza- Refuge Executive Director And, while the Smithsonian high school students and sen- last day before the statute of tion collaborates with several Jean Overman, Mother’s Museum and Ben’s Chili Bowl ior residents. The pantry, limitations would run out, a Inkster sponsors including Pantry will be strengthened by in Washington, D.C. still grap- which falls under the umbrella Gleaners Community Food the presence of new volun- ple with continuing their ties to of Operation Refuge, is lo- Bank, Forgotten Harvest, the the “Let’s Do it Again,” star, Cosby - Page 6A cated at the Christ Temple City Pantry- Page 14A BBB warns of Car PHOTO OF THE WEEK Buying Scams

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Martin Luther King’s life came DPS Teachers to a sudden end. On April 4, Representative declares education is a civil 1968 when he was killed by a white racist, James Earl Ray. right and calls for attention to DPS conditions People all over the world mourned King’s death. will not stand for it any longer.” In an open letter to the current Today, Martin Luther King, Jr. emergency manager Darnell is remembered and his life is Earley, DPS fourth-grade celebrated on the third Mon- teacher Pam Namyslowski day in January each year. wrote of the conditions in This is a National Holiday Senator Burt Johnson many public schools, including Martin Luther King was born where many businesses and Marathon Oil Issue in South- lack of heat or air conditioning, January 15, 1929. He was a state offices will be closed. west Community crumbling roofs and floors, great American who worked Recently, the Michigan Department plumbing problems and lack for civil rights in the United What are you going to do to of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) of running water. In addition, States in the 1950s and 60s. remember or celebrate his held a hearing at River Rouge High she cited neighborhood is- Representative Sherry He fought for the rights of life? Throughout this issue, School about Marathon Oil’s re- sues in the areas surrounding Gay-Dagnogo African Americans and many there are several events quest to increase emissions of at the schools, like abandoned least eight more pollutants at its re- people, Blacks as well as listed thatyou can attend and and dangerous buildings, as finery in southwest Detroit. An esti- LANSING — State Represen- whites, supported him in this participate in. Do something well as the rising number of mated 500 residents of the tative Sherry Gay-Dagnogo (D- cause. to acknowledge the fact that crimes against students and southwest community — including Detroit) voiced her support this Martin Luther King saw how Dr. King gave his life so that Detroit, Ecorse, River Rouge and teachers on their way to and morning for the sickout led by badly black people were being you will have the same rights Lincoln Park — attended the hear- from school. For many teach- Detroit Public School (DPS) treated and during the 1950s and be treated equally. Make ing and voiced their concerns. The ers, the problems the district teachers, which has led to the he got involved in the Civil sure your kids and your vast majority of the public com- was previously facing have closing of nearly 60 area Rights movement. Terrorist grandkids understand the im- ments were about the health risks only been compounded by the and ramifications from existing pol- schools today. The organized bombed King’s home and portance of Dr. King’s life. “business model” employed lution coming out of the refinery; un- protest is meant to draw atten- tried to force him to give up by the emergency managers. equivocally, the residents do not tion to the deplorable teaching his fight for equal rights. But This is not a day off to do “DPS is in a state of crisis, and want more pollution in their commu- conditions in the schools, as King wasn't afraid. He contin- nothing. This is a day on to the continual use of emer- nity. Our office was also present and well as the impact of the $3.5 ued working for the black peo- something. Get involved. plans to stay actively involved in fu- gency managers and board billion in operating and capital ple in America. ture public hearings on this issue. appointees who have not be liabilities that the district is fac- Let us know what you did to democratically elected by the ing. At that time, blacks and honor the life of Rev. Dr. Mar- Upcoming Martin Luther King, people of Detroit has only ex- “It is not only the responsibility whites were separated in tin Luther King, Jr. Or if you Jr. Holiday acerbated that,” said Rep. On Jan. 18, the nation will celebrate of teachers to educate, but to schools, restaurants, sport have a fond memory of Dr. Gay-Dagnogo. “Failure is OK, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a fed- protect, to support and to nur- and in other fields. In the King, let us know. We will as long as you admit your mis- eral holiday. Had he not been tragi- ture their students, and it is 1960s King, met with the publish some of the things we takes and work to rectify them. cally killed on this infamous day in nearly impossible to do that in American President, John F. receive in next week’s issue. This so-called rescue method April, Dr. King would have been 87 the current educational envi- Kennedy who shared his opin- Email your response to years old this year. I plan to com- for DPS has been a mistake, ronment,” said Rep. Gay- ion on equal rights. [email protected] memorate his life’s work throughout and no one has suffered more Dagnogo. “As a former Kennedy was killed in Novem- or stop by the office at 10748 the district and try to emulate his for it than our teachers and educator, I know how heart- ber 1963 and the next Ameri- W. Jefferson Ave River spirit each day. Whether you spend students. Going forward, we breaking it is to watch your stu- can government passed a law Rouge. Our number is 313- time with family or friends, please need to make it a priority to lis- take the time on Jan. 18th to re- dents suffer, whether it is from that gave blacks the same 92955 ten to the teachers and par- member this great American and his classroom overcrowding, from rights as white people. ents who are battling the non-violent spirit. being expected to learn in a Gina Steward - Publisher obstacles — in and out of the room with no heat or from It was called the Civil Rights classroom — which have in- CVS Pharmacy to Offer Free being forced to use outdated, Act. The new law gave blacks Health Screenings hibited students’ growth and irrelevant textbooks. As a sci- the same opportunities in ed- CVS Pharmacy will be providing success.” ence teacher, my students did- ucation and work. It also gave FREE health screenings at three lo- The representative invites her n’t have access to science labs them the right to vote. cations in our district during the colleagues to join her Friday, and equipment that other dis- month of January from 2 through 6 Jan. 15 during “The Urgency p.m. at the following locations: tricts in suburban schools have of Now” legislative education • Thursday, Jan. 21 at 6862 N. access to. This is a separate tour of DPS, and welcomes TELEGRAM Michigan Ave., Detroit, MI 48210 and unequal education system the opportunity for them to • Friday, Jan. 22 at 1935 Campbell which makes it difficult for our Serving Detroit and the Downriver Community Since 1944 look behind their respective St., Detroit, MI 48209 children to compete. Our chil- • Saturday, Jan. 23 at 8115 W. Ver- lenses and unite to do what is OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER dren are drowning in the dis- nor Hwy., Detroit, MI 48209 right for all Michigan children. 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Endurance Mt. Nebo Baptist Church by Janine Folks By Janine Folks - Religion Columnist 4411 5th Street Ecorse MARTIN 313-382-8577 By Myrna Brazell Well, the same thing happens Rev. Marcus Johnson in our spiritual life. We need Pastor Martin Luther had a dream, the children ask, endurance. Endurance, our ability to have stamina, staying Sunday Morning what does it mean? power, persistence to survive Service - 11:00am And you try to explain to them, what this dream and thrive, depends on how Everyone is welcome really meant to him. consistently we exercise in A dream is only in the mind they say, spiritual things. Community hoping to come alive one day. We have to maintain our rela- AME Dreams can come true if we begin to live it. tionship with God. We do that And put our very heart and soul in it. through prayer and making the 4010 17th St, Often times we need a partner scriptures a part of our being, Ecorse, MI 313-386-4340 To make our dreams come true, The thing about roller skating by reading them. Regular Now this means me and it means you. is, it’s a cardiovascular activity. godly fellowship also feeds our To be good at skating, your spirit for endurance. Long So come on children, there’s work to do heart and lungs have to be in breaks can set us back. The If you want to be a live part of the dream good condition. Your legs can Bible makes it clear that we Of a Godly man called Martin Luther King. be strong, but if your heart and need endurance. A dream is a vision that can happen today lungs are not strong, you will Rev. William D. Phillips, But what do you wish me to do, they say? not last long on the skate floor. “For you have need of en- Pastor You will get tired, short of durance, so that after you King opened the door, he led the way. breath and probably want to sit have done the will of God, you Sunday School 10am I would say your strongest tool down. may receive the promise (He- Sunday Worship 11:00am Would be to follow the Golden Rule. brew 10:36 NKJV).” Wed Bible Class 6pm Whether you are black or white The more you skate, the better “Empowered by the living King dreamed we could live together without strife. your endurance gets. Every “Therefore we also, since we Word” Matt 4:4 skater likes to maintain optimal are surrounded by so great a King also wanted children to get an education. endurance. Endurance is the cloud of witnesses, let us lay A strong mind will build a very strong nation. ability to do something difficult aside every weight, and the sin for a long time. Skating is not which so easily ensnares us, Runner For something you just do for a and let us run with endurance few minutes and stop. Skating the race that is set before us Christ List your church in the is an activity that is performed (Hebrews 12:1 NKJV).” typically for about two hours. Ministries Be mindful of your spiritual en- Church of the Resurrection Faith Listing each If you skate regularly, you durance. Keep at it and invest 27085 W. Outer Dr. Ecorse maintain endurance. In as little the time to keep your en- month as a week, if you stop skating, durance high. It will bless your you can lose endurance. If you life by making you more take a break from skating, you durable when circumstances will feel it when you return be- get rough. God bless you. Call cause your endurance will not be the same. You will be more tired than prior to the break. Janine Folks Sunday School 8:30am 313-928-2955 Minister. Writer. Author. Chap- Sunday Worship 9:30am Breaks are good for rest and lain Prayer & Bible Class restoration, but if a break is too www.janinefolks.com Thursday 5:30 PM for more information long, it can cause setbacks. Inspired to write; Writing to in- spire Pastor Gerald Overall 313-381-9303 Ecorse Seventh-day Adventist Church [email protected] or St. Marks 3834 10th St Ecorse, MI www.rfcm.org Missionary Baptist Church (Corner of 10th & Francis Streets) Dr. Errol Liverpool, Pastor 3860 Inkster Rd, Inkster * 313-792-9789 Love Joy Sabbath School (Saturday) 9:15 a.m. Missionary Baptist Rev. Dr. Services: Sabbath Worship Service (Saturday) 11:00 a.m. Alford D. Sample Sunday School 9:30am Prayer Meeting (Wednesday) 6:00 p.m. Church II Timothy 2:25 Morning Worship/Youth Church 11:00 am 332 Polk street Study to show thyself Bible Class/Youth Church 6:30 pm Community Services Food Distribution River Rouge, approved unti God; Bus Pickup Available Every Third Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Mt. 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Pennsylvania District Attorney ber this was in the ‘70s. I’m old filed felony sexual assault enough to remember the ‘70s. charges against Cosby in a The ‘70s is a different time,” case that stemmed from accu- Griffin said, echoing what sations made by Andrea Con- “Good Times” star Jimmy stand, who settled a civil Walker said earlier this year lawsuit with the actor a decade that Quaaludes were fre- ago. quently used to help people level out after cocaine use. Romulus band performing in the Veterans Day Parade If convicted, the comedic icon could go to prison for 10 years Romulus High School is proud Griffin then hinted that if any- $1200.00 from the Michigan *This activity is supported by and be forced to register as a one is a victim, it’s not the to announce that the Romulus Council of Arts and Cultural Michigan Youth Arts and the sex offender. High School Band* recently women who are making the Affairs. This grant will be used Michigan Council for Arts and allegations. “Did he rape these received an Art Equipment & to repair and replace approx- Cultural Affairs Cosby, who is due back in Supplies Grant award of [women]? He said. “Why imately eight instruments in court on January 14, is free on would you go to the room of a our current inventory. These $1 million bail. known married man?” instruments will be allotted for use by current and future After Cosby was charged, his Camille Cosby, who years ago music students, and will fur- D.C.-based attorney Monique publicly acknowledged her ther aid us in growing our pro- D. Pressley released a state- husband’s infidelities during gram. ment saying, “Make no mis- an interview with Oprah Win- Congratulations to Ms. Mills take, we intend to mount a frey, is now being forced to and the high school music vigorous defense against this give a deposition in a civil students. Keep up the good unjustified charge and we ex- case against her husband with work! pect that Mr. Cosby will be ex- the lawyers for the accusers onerated by a court of law.” wanting to question her about Bill Cosby’s “sexual proclivi- Camille Cosby, who married ties.” THE HENRY FORD the actor when she was 19, is FREE on was not with him when he was In an interview earlier this arraigned. Last year, she re- year, the Rev. Carl Dianda, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day leased a statement in support Washington, D.C. priest who of him. performed the Cosby couple’s January 18, 2016 (9:30am - 5pm) marriage ceremony 51 years However, like so many others, ago, said Camille didn’t de- even Camille Cosby has gone serve any of what was hap- silent with Griffin being among pening. the very few to still speak out in Cosby’s defense. Dianda had vowed to remain available and helpful to the “They want us all [black enter- Cosby family. tainers] to have an asterisk by our name,” Griffin said, even “I will help Camille and Bill in dismissing the drugging alle- any way that they want me to,” gations levied by the alleged the retired priest said. “I’m not victim in the criminal case and Come celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the many ordinary peo- going to be embarrassed to the more than 50 women who say anything. What I know is ple who had the extraordinary courage and commitment to ask for more from have come forward in the past what I know, and Bill has their nation on civil rights. Bring your family and friends, because all of the ac- year to accuse Cosby. never done anything to em- tivities in Henry Ford Museum on MLK Day are absolutely free, thanks to the barrass anyone.” “First off, you have to remem- generosity of Target. That includes free admission and free parking, plus live music, hands-on fun, make-and-take activities and dramatic presentations. Sit in the Rosa Parks Bus, and hear the story of Mrs. Parks' courageous act. Par- SEAN FRENCH ticipate in and be captivated by the highly praised 30-minute show “Minds on Owner/Operator Freedom,” which celebrates the contributions of Dr. King, Mrs. Parks and other civil rights champions such as Fannie Lou Hamer, Gloria Rackley and the Free- S & S TRANSMISSION REPAIR dom Riders. Sing, carry a protest sign and interact with the performers. You, too, can make history. Transmission * 4x4 Axles * Differentials and Clutches Most Transmissions rebuilt $1150 or under Contact: 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI 48124-5029 | Call Center: 313.982.6001 or 800.835.5237 NOW OFFERING FINANCING Home of the 18 month, 18,000 miles Warranty 313-554-2000 GET INVOLVED IN YOUR COMMUNITY We need your support! 10193 W. Jefferson Ave sstransmissionrepair.com River Rouge, MI 48218

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. INCLUDE YOUR BUSINESS IN OUR FUNERAL HOME DIRECTORY CALL 313-928-2955 Page 8A WEEK OF JANUARY 14 - JANUARY 20, 2016 Songs inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr. By Shelby Jefferson – Telegram Staff Reporter Over the years, artists from around the world have paid homage to Martin Luther King, Jr. through the art of song. On Monday, as we celebrate what would have been his 87th birth- day, here are six compositions to rock out to on MLK Day, all of which reflect King’s unparal- LOZON HARDWARE leled legacy as a staunch cru- sader for peace, justice and “Alabama” by the John FULL SERVICE HARDWARD & BUILDER’S SUPPLY equality for all. Coltrane Quartet (1963) “(Why) The King of Love is Over the years, countless Computerized Paint matching * Screen & Window Repair * Dead” by Nina Simone songs have paid tribute to Keys Cut * Masonry Suppliers * Blocks * Bricks * Steps (1968) King’s posthumous legacy. Key lyrics: “But he had seen But “Alabama” was written Fast Delivery Service the mountaintop/ And he knew while he was still alive, and re- he could not stop/ Always liv- mains a direct reflection of 10563 W. Jefferson Ave River Rouge ing with the threat of death King’s abiding impact as the ahead./ Folks you'd better stop leading face of the American and think/ Everybody knows Civil Rights Movement. we're on the brink/ What will Composed by saxophonist K-Laundromat happen, now that the King of John Coltrane, “Alabama” re- love is dead?” counts the Ku Klux Klan 439 Visger, Ecorse Three days after the King as- bombing of the 16th Street “Happy Birthday” by Stevie sassination, Nina Simone Baptist Church that killed four *FREE SOAP on SUNDAYS & MONDAYS* Wonder (1981) sung “(Why) The King of Love little girls as they attended Key lyrics: “I just never under- is Dead” at the Westbury Sunday School in 1963. Three stood/ How a man who died for Music Fair in Long Island, New days later, King delivered a good/ Could not have a day York. Marking her first ever eulogy for the victims, inspir- that would/ Be set aside for his performance of the poignant ing Coltrane to create an in- recognition.” song, ‘The High Priestess of strumental composition Stevie Wonder wrote “Happy Soul’ lyrically captured the mirroring the eloquent rhythm Birthday” as part of a campaign grief, shock and rage that had found within his signature or- to observe King’s birthdate as engulfed the nation – essen- atory. Also echoing King’s a national holiday. Two years tially questioning the practical- mournful yet optimistic out- later, a bill was signed by Pres- ity of nonviolent resistance look for the future, “Alabama” ident Ronald Reagan declaring following the brutal death of stands as a manifestation of Hours of Operation the third Monday in January as such a peaceful icon. the violent horror waged Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. against African Americans Monday - Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm In 1986, during the first year of throughout the 1960’s. Last Load in Washers at 8:30pm observances, Wonder head- lined a tribute concert celebrat- Sunday Hours 8:00am - 6:00pm ing King’s life and enduring Last Load in Washers at 5:30pm dream for social equality.

“By the Time I Get to Arizona” by Public Enemy (1991) Key lyrics: “Why I want a holi- day?/ Damn it, cause I “Abraham, Martin and wanna!” John” by Dion (1968) MLK Day officially went into ef- Key lyrics: “Anybody here “Pride (In the Name of fect in 1986, but not every seen my old friend Martin?/ Love)” by U2 (1984) state acknowledged it as a Can you tell me where he's Key lyrics: “Early morning, April time of national observance. In gone?/ 4th/ Shot rings out in the Mem- 1991, rapper Chuck D wrote He freed a lot of people/ But it phis sky/ Free at last, they took “By the Time I Get To Arizona” seems the good they die your life/ They could not take to protest Governor Evan young/ I just looked 'round your pride.” Mecham, who cancelled cele- and he's gone.” “Pride (In the Name of Love)” brations throughout the Grand Penned in 1968, this folk clas- was penned by U2 frontman Canyon State (the song also sic pays homage to three Bono, with the composition denounces Arizona Senator slain icons: Abraham Lincoln, serving as the lead single off John McCain, who voted King and John F. Kennedy the band’s fourth studio album. against efforts to commemo- (the final verse also mentions Some critics are quick to point rate King’s birthday). the late president’s brother, out a key error in the song’s Featuring author and activist Bobby Kennedy). lyrics (King was in fact killed by Sister Souljah, “By the Time I Months after the murders of an assassin on the evening of Get to Arizona” resonates with “Martin and Bobby”, the April 4th, as opposed to the a radical defiance only Public solemn ballad reached peak morning hours). Nevertheless, Enemy can bring – elements success – its sad lyrics ex- the tune still stands as one of revived by today’s activists as pressing the age old belief the group’s signature anthems, the passage of an anti-immi- that the good often die young. containing social themes that gration bill remains a hot bed Standing as yet another re- remain relevant 30 years after issue in modern Arizona. flection of King’s timeless its initial release. global influence, the song has been covered by a number of artists – from Bob Dylan and CELEBRATE KING DAY!! Marvin Gaye, to Bon Jovi and Tori Amos. REGISTER TO VOTE Page 9A WEEK OF JANUARY 14 - JANUARY 20, 2016 ROMULUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Reducing your CELEBRATES OUR Property Tax SCHOOL BOARD LEADERS THIS JANUARY Obligation Councilman Gabe Leland Presents:

A MEETING WITH THE ASSESSOR’S OFFICE IN THE COMMUNITY

Saturday, January 23, 2015 at Northwestern Christian Church,

13650 Ilene St., Detroit 48238. 1030 am to 12:30 pm Discussing Ways to Reduce Your Property Tax Obligation Topics include: · Principal Residence Exemp- tion · Appeal Process Trustee Devan Safford, Trustee Tomeka Boles, Secretary Theresa Beard, President Tom Kuderik, Treasurer Sandra Crout, · Neighborhood Enterprise Vice President Danielle Funderburg, Not Pictured Trustee Ulanda Caldwell Zone · Senior Citizen Solid Waste January is School Board been described as the ‘tough- spent about 7,000 hours at- million, 3,000 students, 300 Fee Reduction Recognition Month and Romu- est volunteer job in America. tending training and profes- employees’ and7 instructional · Poverty Exemption lus Community Schools is join- Yet Michigan’s public school sional development. They’re buildings. “We proudly join ed- ·Veterans Exemption (P.A. ing 541local and 56 board members dedicate dedicated individuals who are ucators and community mem- 161) intermediate school districts countless personal hours to committed to the continuing bers in saluting these ·Michigan Homestead Property across the state to thank these attending meetings, school success of our schools and education advocates as they Tax Credit community volunteers for their functions, and hours of prepa- students.” It’s an exciting and provide vision and leadership ·Plus, a special presentation untiring dedication to public ration for the decisions they challenging time in public edu- for student achievement, aca- on foreclosure prevention pro- education. Superintendent of make,” said McAnally. “On top cation. School board members demic programs, district fund- grams to assist residents who Romulus Community Schools of that, many pursue their own in Romulus develop policies ing and school facilities,” owe back property taxes Marjie McAnally presented the professional development to and make tough decisions that McAnally said. “They preserve Romulus school board certifi- stay on top of the ever-chang- help shape the future of our the core of our democracy— Presenters include: Alvin cates of appreciation at the ing education landscape. Col- education system. They bear public education.” Horhn, City Assessor and a January 11th meeting. “Serv- lectively, school board responsibility and oversight for speaker from the United Com- ing on a school board has members in Michigan have an annual budget of over $30 munity Housing Coaltion Let’s be role models For more information, please contact the office of Council- to the kids man Gabe Leland at 313-224- 2151 or by email at in the community [email protected]

6450 MICHIGAN AVE 48210 Page 10A WEEK OF JANUARY 14 - JANUARY 20, 2016 Bob Quinn, the New Sheriff in Town Lady Bulldogs rally to top By Butch Davis - Sports Reporter Pioneers, 42-31 after the start of the season, so By Christian Young - Contributing Reporter I have a great deal of respect with how the team responded. I think it’s a whole body of work though. It isn’t just this season, it’s his entire career that we’re going to discuss and talk about.” On the difference be- tween maintaining a winning organization and building a winning organization: “That’s a great question. It’s about con- sistency and it’s about the process. Things in New Eng- land when I started there 16 years ago didn’t happen overnight. It’s a step-by-step, day-by-day, month-by-month process. One of many things I learned in New England was The Dearborn Heights Ro- quarter. that we’re always striving to get bichaud Lady Bulldogs were Dearborn widened the lead to Detroit Lions President Ron Wood, Owner Martha Firestone Ford, and better. Whether it’s scouting, looking to bring in 2016 in a 21-16 at halftime. the team’s new Executive Vice President and General Manager Bob whether it’s coaching, whether big way, and they did it. “Dearborn is a good team, and Quinn. it’s in the weight room, nutri- Behind Kayla Brown’s 22 we knew we had some adjust- Photo taken By Butch Davis tion, analytics, if we can get points, the Lady Bulldogs ral- ments to make,” Wilkins said. Well part one of the face-lift is Quinn as the team’s new Ex- one step better every day, lied from a 21-16 halftime “We started exploiting the mid- complete as the Detroit Lions ecutive Vice President and that’s putting this organization deficit to knock off the visiting dle a bit more, and we started announced late Friday night General Manager. Monday’s in the right direction.” Dearborn Lady Pioneers, 42- to calm down and play our (January 8, 2016) that they press conference took place in Finally Bob Quinn stated these 31, on Jan. 8. game.” have reached an agreement in the team’s broadcast studio. words to the media and who at- The Lady Bulldogs were able The Bulldogs would begin their principle with Bob Quinn to be- Lions new president Ron tended this press conference: to do this via a big second half rally with a 9-0 run to open the come the team’s new Execu- Woods introduce Bob Quinn We will have a plan. We will run where they outscored third quarter and end it with a tive Vice President and and after thanking everyone use all avenues of player ac- Dearborn, 26-15. 27-26 lead, before going on a General Manager. The 39- from the Fords, Family mem- quisition. The NFL Draft is not Robichaud coach Jason 15-5 tear in the game’s final year-old Quinn had various bers, and the New England the only way to acquire play- Wilkins was especially happy frame. roles within the New England Patriots which includes the ers, free agency, trades, waiver about the result, considering Linda Kobeissi and Isabelle Patriots' personnel department owner Robert Kraft and Bill Be- wire, tryouts, other leagues. what had come before. Clark led the Pioneers with for 16 years, including the past lichick. We will use analytics as a sup- “We had a pretty decent week eight points apiece. four as their director of pro- Here are some of the ques- plemental tool, not a primary of practice coming back from The Bulldogs (3-3 overall, 2-0 scouting. During his time with tions that Quinn answer to the tool in scouting. Our team will break, and we were kind of a WWAC) travelled to Garden New England, Quinn helped media. On if he has made a be based on having outstand- bit sluggish in the first half,” he City on Tuesday, while the Pio- the Patriots build one of the determination on Head Coach ing depth. Injuries happen in said. neers played against Romulus most impressive stretches in Jim Caldwell’s future: “I have this game. One of my main The two teams went back and Summit Academy that same NFL history that produced four not. I was introduced to Coach roles with the Patriots was to forth in the first quarter, with night. Results were not avail- Super Bowl titles, including the Caldwell this morning for the find that next player, and I feel Dearborn taking a slim 11-8 able at press time. most recent championship last first time, so that’s something like we are going to have to do lead at the end of the first season (Super Bowl XLIX). that’s definitely going to be that here with the Lions. Our Since 2000, Quinn’s first year, happening sooner rather than culture will be one of great This Week in Varsity the Patriots won six AFC later. I have a great deal of re- work ethic and no egos. We Championships, 13 AFC East spect for Coach Caldwell. Dur- will create a working class atti- Basketball titles, 12+ games in a season ing his time in Indianapolis, we tude throughout the organiza- There is plenty varsity basketball to be played by the Girls and 10 times (which includes the played against them numerous tion. The city of Detroit, the the Boys the league play is heating up and competition be- past six years) and 10+ games times. I’ve heard great things state of Michigan is known for comes more competitiveness as teams get in the grove to be in 14 of his 16 seasons. Quinn about him from my colleagues hard work. The Detroit Lions their very best. Please, take in basketball game and supports will oversee the Lions’ football around the league, but that will have a culture of hard work. the girls and boys playing in your city or a town near you. Here operations and report directly process has yet to start.” On if The auto industry is based on is the schedule of games in the Telegram News area featuring to Owner and Chairman of the he has set a timetable for his hard work and these fans de- high school varsity basketball. Board Martha Firestone Ford coaching decision: “No serve that. and President Rod Wood. timetable has been set.” The Detroit Lions have also Varsity Basketball (Boys) Quinn is a native of Norwood, On what will go into the coach- hired Ernie Accorsi to be a spe- 01/14 7:30 PM Bloomfield Frankel Jewish Academy at Riverview Mass., earned his master’s de- ing decision: “It’s going to be cial advisor to team president Gabriel Richard West gree in sports management my feeling about if I can work Rod Wood. Accorsi assisted 01/14 6:00 PM Allen Park Inter-City Baptist at Southfield Christian from UConn in 2000 and com- with Coach Caldwell, his phi- the Lions in their search for 01/15 7:30 PM Waterford Our Lady at Allen Park Cabrini pleted his undergraduate stud- losophy, his beliefs, will they general manager Bob Quinn, 01/15 7:00 PM Romulus at Belleville ies at UConn in 1998. He and mesh with mine. As I said in who agreed to a deal with the 01/15 7:00 PM Taylor Baptist Park at Bloomfield Hills Roeper 01/15 7:00 PM Wayne Memorial at Canton his wife, Julie, have a son, the opening statement, the franchise last Friday night. Ac- scouting staff and the coaching corsi is a former GM of the 01/15 7:00 PM Dearborn Edsel Ford at Dearborn Fordson Kyle, and a daughter, Grace 01/15 7:00 PM Dearborn at Dearborn Heights Annapolis New York Giants, Cleveland however Mr. Quinn did refer- staff have to mesh together. 01/15 7:00 PM Redford Thurston at Dearborn Heights Crestwood ence that he does have rela- So, if you can’t have that, it’s Browns and Baltimore Colts. 01/15 6:30 PM Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy at Dear- tives in the greater metro going to be a hard mix. So, I Accorsi says he spoke to peo- born Henry Ford Academy Detroit area that are Lions fans really want to get to know ple who worked with Quinn, in- 01/15 6:30 PM Detroit Delta Prep Academy for Social Justice at so he is very aware of the state Coach Caldwell and see if we cluding New England coach Dearborn Riverside Academy-West of the team. can work together.” On what Bill Belichick. Quinn worked 01/15 4:00 PM Detroit Osborn at Detroit Cass Tech Now the Detroit Lions held a he thought of Caldwell’s per- within the Patriots' personnel 01/15 4:00 PM Detroit Western International at Detroit Henry Ford 01/15 7:30 PM Ecorse at Detroit Henry Ford Academy press conference Monday, formance last season: “I mean, department for 16 years, in- he got put in a difficult situation cluding the past four seasons 01/15 7:00 PM Taylor Trillium at Detroit University Prep Science & January 11 to introduce Bob Math as their director of pro scout- 01/15 7:00 PM Riverview at Grosse Ile ing. Accorsi told reporters on a 01/15 7:00 PM Allen Park at Lincoln Park conference call Sunday that 01/15 7:00 PM Wyandotte Roosevelt at Melvindale Quinn will bring the Patriots' 01/15 7:00 PM Taylor Preparatory at Melvindale Academy for 579 Visger Rd, Ecorse, MI 48229 ''unique way of doing things,'' Business & Tech [email protected] to Detroit. 01/15 7:00 PM Dearborn Heights Robichaud at Redford Union 01/15 7:00 PM Detroit Allen Academy at River Rouge All Repairs: Shoes, Purses, Luggage etc. 01/15 7:00 PM Dearborn Hts Star International at Romulus Sum- mit Academy SMALL ADS 01/15 7:00 PM Livonia Franklin at Westland John Glenn WORK 01/16 8:30 PM Flint Beecher at Detroit Western International 01/18 6:00 PM Detroit Edison Public School Academy at Romulus OWNER 313-928-2955 01/19 7:00 PM Allen Park Inter-City Baptist at Auburn Hills Oak- 313-382-2662 land Christian “If we can’t fix it throw it AWAY” Sports schedule - 11A Page 11A WEEK OF JANUARY 14 - JANUARY 20, 2016

01/19 7:00 PM Melvindale at Brownstown Woodhaven Southfield Christian 01/19 7:30 PM Midland Calvary Baptist at Davison Faith Baptist High School Girls Songs From the Year 2003 01/19 7:30 PM Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard at Dearborn Divine Find and circle all of the songs from 2003 that are Child Varsity Basketball falls 01/19 7:00 PM Livonia Clarenceville at Dearborn Edsel Ford to Macomb Christian hidden in the grid. The remaining 22 letters spell an 01/19 6:00 PM Romulus Summit Academy at Dearborn Henry Schools 48-53 additional song title from 2003. Ford Academy 01/19 6:30 PM Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy at Dear- born Hts Star International The Lady Eagles lost on the 01/19 6:30 PM Ann Arbor Central Academy at Dearborn Riverside road to Macomb Christian, 48 Academy-West - 53. The Lady Eagles were 01/19 7:30 PM Taylor Preparatory at Detroit Allen Academy led by senior Maurgan Lee 01/19 4:00 PM Detroit Cass Tech at Detroit East English with 19 points while freshman 01/19 4:00 PM Detroit Western International at Detroit Osborn Kelly Hunter and junior 01/19 7:00 PM Allen Park Cabrini at Garden City Maranda Sailer contributed 01/19 7:00 PM Trenton at Lincoln Park with 9 and 8 points, respec- 01/19 7:00 PM Lutheran Westland at Rochester Hills Lutheran Northwest tively. Macomb was led by 01/19 7:00 PM Taylor Kennedy at Southgate Anderson Shaina Rawls with 27 points. 01/19 7:00 PM Westland Huron Valley Lutheran at Taylor Baptist The Lady Eagkes now are 0-3 Park in the conference and 4-4 01/19 7:00 PM Melvindale Academy for Business & Tech at Taylor overall. They are at home this Trillium Thursday, January 14th 01/19 7:00 PM Allen Park at Taylor Truman against Greenhills. 01/19 7:00 PM Gibraltar Carlson at Wyandotte Roosevelt

Varsity Basketball (Girls) Southfield Christian 01/14 7:00 PM Dearborn Edsel Ford at Dearborn High School Boys 01/14 5:00 PM Detroit University YES Academy at Dearborn Ad- Varsity Basketball vanced Tech 01/15 7:00 PM Lincoln Park at Allen Park beat Plymouth 01/15 7:00 PM Trenton at Brownstown Woodhaven Christian 83-35 01/15 6:45 PM Dearborn Heights Annapolis at Dearborn Fordson ALL I HAVE LANDSLIDE 01/15 7:00 PM Dearborn Heights Crestwood at Dearborn Heights ANGEL LIKE A STONE Robichaud The boys basketball team de- feated Plymouth Christian BABY BOY LIKE GLUE 01/15 6:00 PM Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy at Dear- BEAUTIFUL MESMERIZE born Henry Ford Academy tonight on the road 83-35. The CLOCKS 01/15 4:30 PM Romulus Summit Academy at Dearborn Hts Star Eagles were led by Senior MISS YOU International Marlo Brown with 21 points COME OVER PICTURE 01/15 4:30 PM Detroit University Prep Science & Math at Dear- and 10 rebounds. Junior Brock DRIFT AWAY RAIN ON ME born Riverside Academy-West Washington netted 15 points, FIGHTER RIGHT THURR 01/15 5:30 PM Detroit Osborn at Detroit Cass Tech Sophomore Bryce Washington FRONTIN' SAY YES 01/15 5:30 PM Detroit Western International at Detroit Henry Ford had 13 points and Freshman GET BUSY SENORITA 01/15 6:00 PM Detroit Henry Ford Academy at Ecorse GET LOW SO GONE 01/15 7:00 PM Westland John Glenn at Livonia Franklin Caleb Hunter added 10 points. Plymouth was led by Matt Mal- GOSSIP FOLKS SOMEDAY 01/15 6:00 PM Taylor Preparatory at Melvindale Academy for HEADSTRONG STAND UP Business & Tech colm with 16 points. The Ea- I CAN 01/15 5:25 PM Detroit Allen at River Rouge gles improve to 6-1 (4-0) and STUCK 01/15 7:30 PM Allen Park Cabrini at Riverview Gabriel Richard will host Inter City Baptist on I WANT YOU SUGA SUGA I'M WITH YOU SUNRISE 01/15 7:00 PM Garden City at Romulus Thursday at 6 PM. 01/15 7:00 PM Gibraltar Carlson at Southgate Anderson IGNITION SUPERMAN 01/15 6:00 PM Detroit Delta Prep Academy for Social Justice at IN DA CLUB TROUBLE Taylor Baptist Park INTO YOU UNWELL 01/16 4:15 PM Dearborn Heights Robichaud at Dexter INTUITION 01/18 4:00 PM Riverview at Brownstown Woodhaven 01/18 5:30 PM Cornerstone Health/Technology at Detroit Cesar Chavez Academy To have 01/18 7:00 PM Riverview Gabriel Richard at Pontiac Notre Dame Prep your 01/19 7:00 PM Taylor Truman at Allen Park 01/19 7:00 PM Rochester Hills Lutheran Northwest at Allen Park business Inter-City Baptist 01/19 6:00 PM Taylor Preparatory at Detroit Allen Academy 01/19 5:30 PM Detroit Cass Tech at Detroit East English highlight 01/19 6:00 PM Ecorse at Detroit Jalen Rose 01/19 5:30 PM Detroit Western International at Detroit Osborn listed in the 01/19 7:00 PM Brownstown Woodhaven at Melvindale 01/19 6:00 PM Dearborn Advanced Tech at Melvindale Academy Telegram for Business & Tech 01/19 7:30 PM Allen Park Cabrini at Pontiac Notre Dame Prep 01/19 5:30 PM Detroit Community at River Rouge Call 01/19 5:30 PM Dearborn Henry Ford Academy at Romulus Sum- mit Academy 313-928-2955 01/19 7:00 PM Plymouth at Westland John Glenn Millennium Laundry

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2016-2017, CDBG Fund Allocations are as follows. Sidewalk Replacement - $100,000.00 Fire Truck - $ 50,000.00 Ordinance Officer - $ 40,000.00 Housing Rehab - $ 15,000.00 Administration - $ 20,000.00

Total $224,000.00

The 2016-2017 funding levels may be reduced as a result of new census data and an overall reduction in federal grant funding. NORTH Individuals or groups wishing to make oral presentations or submit prepared statements pertaining to the CDBG Program may do so at the Public Hearing. Interested parties who are unable to attend the Public hearing may submit Public comments are invited. Persons unable to attend the public hearing may their comments in writing to the City of Ecorse Clerk’s Office located at 3869 send their comments in writing to the attention of the City of Inkster Community W. Jefferson Ave., Ecorse, MI, 48229. Development Department, 26215 Trowbridge, Inkster, Michigan, 48141. Com- ments will be received through 12:00 noon, Monday, February 1, 2016. Please People with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation reference Case No. 15-16 (Z) in all correspondence. in this meeting should contact the office of community development at (313) The City of Inkster will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and serv- 386-2400 or the office of the city clerk at (313)38602520, at least three (3) ices, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed ma- business days in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assis- terials being considered at the public hearing to individuals with disabilities tance. upon five (5) business days written notice. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of Inkster at 313.563.9770. Posting date: 1/08/2016 Publication date: 1/14/2016 Felicia Rutledge Inkster City Clerk PUBLISH: January 4, 2016 THERESA CAPRA Community Development Department • 313.563.9760 Page 13A WEEK OF JANUARY 14 - JANUARY 20, 2016 Car Buying Scams RIVER ROUGE HOUSING PUBLIC NOTICE From Page 1A River Rouge Housing Commission to purchase autos online ever. Why, ments and price will vary according to you ask? There are too many opportu- your credit score. nities for consumers to get scammed Located at 180 Visger Rd., River Rouge, MI 48218 will be accept- with their online auto purchases. The in- How to Avoid: Know before you go! ing applications for our Public Housing units all sizes from Janu- creased online research can put con- If you need to take a loan to acquire ary 25, 2015 until January 29, 2015 between the hours of 9am sumers in the line of fire with your dream car, it is imperative you until 1pm only. We will give out one application per person only. scammers. Knowing what to look for know your credit score. Visit Equifax, and avoid should you stumble into Experian or TransUnion for a copy of these situations, online or at the dealer, your credit report. Review it in ad- We will not accept any applications after February 5, 2016 at 2pm. can save you headaches and a lot of vance to make sure there’s nothing money. Beware of: improper with the report. If there is, you may want to postpone the car CITY OF RIVER ROUGE PUBLIC NOTICE Title Washing: After a car has been purchase and work on your credit re- damaged beyond reasonable repair, port so you can get the best loan CITY OF RIVER ROUGE due to things like hurricanes, cata- terms out there. Knowing your score PUBLIC NOTICE strophic weather or simply a really bad can save you embarrassment and crash, the car is referred to as a sal- time should the cost of your favorite Notice is hereby given that on February 2, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall lo- vage vehicle/title because of the poten- ride be above your ability to pay for it. cated at 10600 West Jefferson Avenue, River Rouge, Michigan there will be a tial trouble with the car down the road. Public Hearing before the River Rouge City Council to consider the following Title washing is a car selling scam that You could take it a step further and budget amendment to the 2013 and 2014 Community Development Block rids the vehicle of its salvaged status. have a pre-approved loan in your Grant (CDBG) Program: How to Avoid: Get a vehicle history re- back pocket to leverage against the port from a reputable source such as dealership’s price proposals. Visit Reallocate $110,968.12 from 2013 and 2014 Infrastructure Improvements to the National Insurance Crime Bureau’s your bank or credit union with the the Housing Rehabilitation Program. VIN Check, CarFax or AutoCheck be- exact vehicle you are looking to pur- fore you buy any vehicle. Understand- chase (including all the options and All interested citizens are encouraged to attend and will be given an opportunity ing what the used car has been through additional warranties) to see what to comment on said proposed CDBG budget amendment. Written comments before you purchase is imperative. your options are before you step foot may be submitted up to the meeting time and should be addressed to the City into a dealership. Clerk at the above address. Disappearing Trade-In: Unscrupulous dealers sometimes make the trade-in AS-IS: Buying a used car from a Patricia Johnson, City Clerk amount disappear in a maze of paper- dealer? Looking at cars that come City of River Rouge work and numbers. Another way is the with the “as-is” label could mean a dealer will offer a certain amount for the lower price, but, before signing the CITY OF RIVER ROUGE PUBLIC NOTICE trade-in, no matter the car’s condition in contract, know what “as-is” could spite of current rebates or other incen- mean for you later on. If a dealer CITY OF RIVER ROUGE tives that could have reduced the new makes extra promises, such as to re- PUBLIC NOTICE car’s purchase price. Then the dealer pair the vehicle or cancel the sale if takes the trade-in and sells it for a few you’re not satisfied, make sure to get Pursuant to Federal Guidelines the City of River Rouge is announcing its Public hundred dollars more than what they that written in the contract. If no such Hearing and objectives for developing projects using Federal Community De- gave as the guaranteed trade-in promises are made, once you drive velopment Block Grant (CDBG) funding. amount. the car off the lot, the dealer/seller is How to Avoid: Don’t just accept the ini- no longer responsible for any further OBJECTIVES tial trade-in program the dealer has to maintenance, breakdowns or other A) To provide the benefits of using CDBG funding directly to persons of offer. Know, in advance, the value of problems. low and moderate income and/or to areas which meet the minimum re- your trade in no matter the car’s condi- HOW TO AVOID: Before making a quirements for CDBG eligibility of at least 42.39% low/moderate in- tion. Ask for a contract, with the amount purchase, check the dealer’s policy come persons. that your trade-in itemized, to reflect the about purchasing cars as is. Test B) To eliminate specific conditions of blight or physical decay on a spot “all in” cost of acquiring the new car. drive the car under as many driving basis. Make sure the trade in value is reflected conditions as you can. Lastly, be sure C) To maintain, improve and develop affordable housing and infrastructure throughout all of your buying paper- to take it to a trusted mechanic to for all persons throughout the entire community. work. check it for current or potential prob- D) To reduce negative environmental impacts. lems. Always carefully examine and E) Improve the residential environment by promoting the stabilization Negative Equity: A dealer says they’ll save all paperwork with all things in and/or long-term revitalization of neighborhoods with balanced housing pay off your trade, no matter how much writing that were agreed upon or opportunities, neighborhood improvements and economic develop- you owe. Sounds great, right? But ac- promised. ment. tually they may pay off what you owe on F) To maintain a high level of performance in the management of all the trade in that is more than what the Also, be sure to know the lemon laws CDBG and non-federally funded programs, while offsetting administra- actual car is worth, creating what is of the state. Michigan’s can be found tive costs to the General Fund. known as negative equity. This be- here: http://1.usa.gov/1R7KRcn. If comes your problem when the car your auto manufacturer participates in The City can expect to receive an annual allocation of approximately dealer adds the difference to your new the BBB AUTO LINE program, the $137,713.00 for FY 2016-2017. car loan, or lease, which can total more BBB can help you negotiate with the than the value of your new car! manufacturer and, if necessary, hold POTENTIAL PROJECTS: How to Avoid: Pay off the trade in car an arbitration hearing. If your manu- Infrastructure Improvements before signing any new loan or lease facturer does not participate in the Location: City-Wide documents, no matter how much that AUTO LINE program, the BBB will Amount: $60,000.00 really hot car is calling your name. route your complaint to that manufac- Watching the pennies AND dollars of turer. Public Services your new car acquisition is your respon- Location: City-Wide sibility, not the dealers, so make sure For more information about the pro- Amount: $20,000.00 you understand ALL the documenta- gram, go to www.lemonlaw.bbb.org. tion. Do not be embarrassed to ask Housing Rehabilitation questions. You are the one in the driv- Have more questions? Don’t know if Location: City-Wide ers’ seat. you have everything you need before Amount: $44,413.00 visiting the dealership? Check out Low Credit Score: You’ve gone http://www.bbb.org/detroit/get-con- Administration: $13,300.00 through all the ups and extras you want. sumer-help/bbb-auto-resource-cen- You’ve been told what the price of the ter/ knowing BBB is here to help. If car is and how much your payments will you experience one of these scams, A public hearing is scheduled before Mayor and Council to approve CDBG proj- be. You can’t live without this car! But report it to the BBB at bbb.org/scam- ects on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers of wait! After seeing the financing depart- tracker. We will do our best to assist! the Municipal Building, 10600 West Jefferson Ave. ment regarding your purchase, the salesperson tells you that your credit Interested persons are invited to comment on projects you would like to have score is too low to get the original fi- funded by this program. We encourage your participation. If you have sugges- nancing package. Now, the car is going tions, but are unable to attend the meeting please write or call the City Clerk’s to cost you more, especially in the cost Office (313) 842-5604, 10600 West Jefferson Ave., River Rouge, MI 48218. of the loan through increased interest rates. What do you do? Keep in mind that the fine print of advertised prices at Michael D. Bowdler Patricia Johnson, City Clerk a car dealer will likely say that the pay- Mayor City Clerk Page 14A WEEK OF JANUARY 14 - JANUARY 20, 2016 TELEGRAM Mother’s Pantry From Page 1A COMMUNITY CALENDAR

DETROIT Chambers which are on the Please join Kurt Kuban and Kung Fu Strength and Condi- 2nd floor at 1355 Southfield. Mathew Mulholland to discuss tioning Training the 2015 RAP at Goudy Park. Free weekly event for members Hands of the City Please join in making this of the Patton Recreation Center Sunday, January 17, 2016 at year’s event a great success! (located at 2301 Woodmere) 2:30 PM, there will be a gather- The meeting will take place from 2:00-4:00PM and 4:00- ing for anyone interested in Thursday, January 21, 2016 6:00PM on Fridays until May, joining a volunteering network from 7:00-8:00PM at the 27, 2016. Ages 12 and over. that participates in all groups, Wayne Activity and Banquet Class will cover injury preven- associations, and events which Center (WABC), on the corner tion, self-defense, and physical need more hands and help. of Sims and Wayne Road. fitness endurance training. This event will take place at the Fort Street Brewery located at WESTLAND Yoga (Patton) 1660 Fort St., 48146. If you Martin Luther King Jr. Tuesday, January 19, 2016 have any further questions, Freedom Walk Mother's Pantry, located at 27717 Carlysle Street in Inkster from 6:00-7:00PM the Patton please call councilman Chris Monday, January 18, 2016, at Recreation Center (2301 Wood- Dardzinski at 734-775-2267. 9AM a Freedom Walk will take teers in 2016. ing can visit the pantry to com- mere) will be holding group place from John Glenn High “We need help with a few plete an application (if hired, yoga for members. Youth ages School (36105 Marquette, RIVER ROUGE things, the first being more training will be provided to 12-17 must be accompanied by 48185) to the Friendship Cen- City Council Meeting staffing to assist in our day to each new volunteer). For busi- legal guardian aand have a ter on Newburgh Road. Then Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at day operations (this includes nesses wishing to aid in the signed consent form. For more there will be a Prayer Break- 6:30, there will be a city council stocking shelves, data input advancement of Mother’s information, please call (313) fast. At 10AM, there will be a meeting in the court room at and hands on servicing of our Pantry, Overman recommends 224-1100 or (313) 628-2000. presentation with key note city hall, located at 10600 W. client partners),” she said. “We taking up collections within speaker Mildred Gaddis, as Jefferson Ave., 48218. also need plastic, paper or their local establishments. Yoga (Adams/Butzel) well as some local church lead- reusable bags for families who “Businesses in Inkster may re- Thursday, January 21, 2016 ROMULUS ers. from 6:00-7:00PM the Adams Teen Winter Reading need to take food home from quest a can to collect dona- Butzel Complex (located at Tuesday, January 19, 2016, City Council Meeting our facility. And lastly, we need tions; this could be placed at a 10500 Lyndon, 48238) will be read and collect prizes. Ages Tusday, January 19, 2016 at people who can help with the register or anywhere in their holding group yoga for mem- 12-17. At the Romulus Public 7:00PM there will be a city responsibility of building our building to help Mother’s bers. Youth ages 12-17 must be Library located at 11121 Wayne council meeting held at the city organization. That extra man- Pantry,” she said. “For every accompanied by legal guardian Rd., 48174. For more informa- hall located at 36300 Warren power is necessary to open up $1 donated, a family of four re- aand have a signed consent tion, please call (734) 942- Road, 48185. Meetings are the more opportunities for us.” ceives a meal through Glean- form. For more information, 7589. 1st and 3rd Monday of the Currently, Mother’s Pantry ers. We’re a nonprofit, so month, unless the meeting falls runs Wednesday 10 AM - everything we receive comes please call (313) 224-1100 or Family Story Time (313) 628-0990. on a holiday. 12:30 PM, Thursday 10 AM – from the community. We’re Tuesday, January 19, 2016 be- 11:30 PM, in addition to the 4th looking forward to fundraising WYANDOTTE 3rd Precinct Community ginning at 6:30PM at the Ro- Thursday of each month. With and finding more donor part- WBA Third Friday Meeting mulus Public Library (11121 the addition of more volun- ners as well.” Friday, January 15, 2016 at Tuesday, January 19, 2016 Wayne Rd., 48174) will be teers, the organization hopes For additional information 5:00PM in downtown Wyan- from 6:00-7:30PM (the third hosting an all ages event in- to expand its days and times about volunteering opportuni- dotte, there will be shops and Tuesday of the month), there cluding great stories, fun crafts, for operation, which will in- ties at Mother’s Pantry, please restaurants that stay open later will be a meeting for the 3rd and snacks. Each week will clude evenings and possible contact Jean Overman at 734- than usual, offer giveaways, Precinct at 7310 Woodward, have a theme. For more infor- weekends. 709-7806. specials, and discounts. There 48202. For more information, mation, please call (734) 942- Those interested in volunteer- please call (313) 596-5300. 7589. are horse and carriage rides. Third Fridays are funded by the INKSTER WAYNE Downtown Development Au- HOW MANY TIMES DOES Inkster Listening Project Business Empowerment thority and run byt the Wyan- Saturday, January 16, 2016 St. Monday, January 18, 2016 dotte Business Association. YOUR DOLLAR Clements Episcopal Church from 6:00-7:00PM, the Wayne For more information, please (4300 Harrison) will be hosting Main Street’s Business Em- visit www.wyandottebiz.org or TRAVEL a forum on Education as a powerment meeting will meet call 734-324-4514. Human Right from 11:00AM- to discuss ongoing projects that AROUND YOUR 1:00PM. To register please visit focus on revitalizing Downtown City Council http://detroityouthreport.org . Wayne and creating an atmos- Monday, January 18, 2016 at COMMUNITY? For more information, please phere that promotes filling va- 7:00PM, there will be a city call (313) 583- 9395. cant store fronts. Public is council meeting in the council You have the power!!! welcome! Located at 35000 chambers, located at 3200 Bid- LINCOLN PARK Sims Street, 48184. dle Ave., suite 300. City Council Meeting Shop in your List compiled by Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at Rouge-A-Palooza Committee Estefania Arellano 7:30PM there will be a city community Meeting Telegram Intern council meeting at the Council

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be open to school groups of all family members, don’t. ages on Wednesday January 20 and to Detroit Public School pre- state of affairs. Understand K students in support of Grow Up the need for you to stay in Great on Thursday January 21. NAIAS Education Days provide your lane, cause you’ve an educational opportunity to clearly crossed over the dou- learn more about the automotive ble yellow lines. Just because industry. More than 4,000 area you think he’s gay doesn’t school children attend. Education make him gay and just be- Days are supported by Ally Finan- cause you want to “out” him, cial, Shell and PNC. doesn’t mean he’s ready to re- veal his sexual preference – to Wednesday, January 20, 2016 you, his family or the rest of the world. Clearly to me, Aunt • Ally Financial – NAIAS Educa- Dear Alma, tion Day partner, Ally Financial will Bea, you’re about to overstep your boundaries. host sessions on credit and budg- I think my nephew is gay. I eting as part of its Ally Wallet Wise Although I tried, I can’t resist would even go so far as to say It’s the time of year when the au- test.) Don’t miss the first public free financial education program. asking, are you cray-cray? I know that he is gay. I don’t tomotive universe turns its atten- day of the North American Inter- Wallet Wise teaches financial ed- Why in the world would you national Auto Show, MLive day, know why my sister, or his fa- tion to the heart of the industry, as ucation basics in the areas of even think this has anything to all roads lead to Detroit in Janu- Saturday January 16th. ther or sisters and brothers budget, credit, banking, investing do with you? You are so ary. There are different themes and financing a vehicle via in-per- can’t see it. This boy is gay waaay off course, so astro- throughout the show. Listed 2016 NAIAS Photo Contest son sessions and online courses and it’s time for him to come nomically off the mark, I just below are many of the activities. In partnership with NAIAS, MLive at AllyWalletWise.com. Select “out” and tell the truth. I don’t has announced a new 2016 can’t…breathe. Your mindset NAIAS Education Day high school know if he is worried about Cars on Parade NAIAS Photo Contest that gives has me blown away. So, students are invited to participate what our family and friends Everyone loves a parade, and auto show attendees the opportu- in Wallet Wise sessions, which will please back off before you get might think or if he thinks we this year’s NAIAS will feature a nity to share their favorite shots teach the importance of maintain- more than your feelings hurt. parade of cars, local stars and from the show for a chance to win ing a balanced budget, as well as will no longer love him. I’m just an exciting array of Bose prod- not sure but things need to some special surprises from The the fundamentals of applying for Hear me when I say, for the Parade Company, organizers of ucts. change and the truth has to be and maintaining good credit. love of all things dipped in America’s Thanksgiving Parade. told. My sister acts like she is chocolate – back down, with- During the Public Show — from Using the official auto show hash- • Shell – NAIAS Education Day blind to this fact and is always draw, and extract yourself Jan. 16-24 — the NAIAS will fea- tag, #NAIAS, show visitors can partner, Shell will provide opportu- talking about him and his post their photos on Instagram, from this situation. If just for ture a parade on the main show nities for Educators to sign up for many girlfriends. There’s no floor at 3:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Twitter or Facebook in the follow- this one time, sit on your be- school field trip information and way this can be true or these daily. Each parade will feature a ing categories: Best Selfie, Best will have free paper car kits to give hind and mind your own busi- friends are just that: friends host of ultra-luxury automobiles, Photo of the City of Detroit, Best out. ness. Your sister doesn’t need that are girls, because he is local personalities from television, Electric Vehicle, Best Family to wake up, you do. Wash Photo, Best Concept Car, Best gay. I am sick of it and ready to radio and sports, and even some The Detroit Tigers Winter your face and clean the clowns and special props from Black and White Photo, Best Lux- end the lies. I’m just tired of the Caravan thoughtlessness out of your The Parade Company. ury Car and Best Domestic Car. charade. These girls are get- Fans of the American League eyes. The path set ahead for ting their hopes up and I know Central Division Champions your nephew to follow, re- MLive Day As attendees post their photos he is not interested in them. using #NAIAS, the photos will be Detroit Tigers will have the quires only one set of foot- MLive will be celebrating the 2016 Our family needs to stop acting North American International Auto shared throughout the show on chance to see some of their fa- prints, his. You are never, like he is not gay. I’m just not Show on the first public day, Sat- MLive.com and NAIAS.com. The vorite players and even Tigers ever, invited, welcomed or doing it anymore. How would urday January 16th. In celebra- top five photos will be posted on mascot PAWS when the team called to cross it. tion, please visit the Mlive MLive.com for the public to vote stops by on Friday, January you suggest I tell my sister she on. The winner in each category needs to wake up and just tell Glitterbooth, a complimentary 22. 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Quick, put it MLive will also kick off the 2016 music on the atrium stage and Alma” and Twitter @al- NAIAS photo contest that will run 8:00 a.m. to individuals bringing in in reverse and back your way family-fun activities and fea- maaskalma. throughout the length of the show, photography equipment. Please tures musical performances, out of this personal and private complete with prizes from BOSE. enter through Hall C. giveaways and a chance to When snapping photos of the meet your favorite on-air per- WHAT IS YOUR show, think about the categories, Military Day sonalities from 7 Action News. like “best selfie” “best photo of Tuesday, January 19, 2016 Detroit” “best car” “best family Presented by The Kroger Co. of NEW YEARS photo” and more . Entering is Michigan. Military and veterans For more information visit easy, just post your photos from providing ID will receive a ticket www.naias.com the show to your favorite social discount. RESOLUTION? media channel, using the hashtag #NAIAS. 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