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ACCESS will see new leadership with departure of Hassan Jaber as CEO

February 19th, 20210 DEARBORN — ACCESS is undergoing a notable change in its leadership with the departure of longtime CEO and President Hassan Jaber, who is transitioning to national advocacy and leadership projects. Jaber told The Arab American News this week that he will remain attached to the organization, in which he served for more than 41...

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Dearborn to offer small business grants

February 12th, 20210 DEARBORN — Small business owners in Dearborn who have struggled financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply for assistance from the city. The Small Business Grant (SBG) program allows Dearborn business owners to apply to have up to $15,000 worth of specific business expenses reimbursed. Payments for the recipients...

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Tom Tafelski and Jim Parrelly join Dearborn mayoral race

February 5th, 20210 DEARBORN — Former City Council President Tom Tafelski and financial advisor Jim Parrelly have entered the race for Dearborn mayor, both announcing their intent to run in recent days. The Dearborn City Clerk’s Office told The Arab American News on Thursday that only Dearborn School Board member Hussein Berry, former Wayne County...

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Getting top dollar for your home

February 4th, 20210 COMMUNITY — With interest rates still hovering at a record low, the residential housing market continues to favor sellers over buyers. Dave Abdallah, a realtor in the community for more than 30 years, said there’s very little room for profit. “Prices are up, it’s a seller's market right now,” he said. “Sellers are...

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Tuition-free community college degrees offered to more Michigan adults

February 2nd, 20210 LANSING — The Michigan legislature and Governor Whitmer have launch a $30 million program to cover tuition costs for adults seeking associate's degrees or a skills certificates at their community college. The program makes 4.1 million Michiganders who are 25-year-old and older and do not have a college degree eligible to earn a...

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Former County Commissioner Gary Woronchak announces candidacy for Dearborn mayor

February 1st, 20210 DEARBORN — Former State Rep. and Wayne County Commission chairman Gary Woronchak has officially put his name in the running for Dearborn mayor. Woronchak announced he had filed documents for his candidacy on Monday, Feb. 1, joining State Rep. Abdullah Hammoud (D-Dearborn), Dearborn Council President Susan Dabaja and Dearborn School...

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Local educator and herbalist promotes healthier choices in the community

January 30th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — A Dearborn Heights health and nutrition educator and herbalist is promoting healthy living through education, and offering a popular herbal health product line. Glenda Saad is a science educator who has conducted intensive research in the natural properties of herbs and other natural ingredients towards disease...

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Dearborn Mayor Jack O’Reilly not running for reelection

January 28th, 20210 DEARBORN — Mayor Jack O'Reilly, Jr., who has been in office since 2007, has decided he will not be running for reelection this year. O’Reilly, 72, became mayor in 2007 when former Mayor Michael Guido died of pancreatic cancer. He was elected to full terms in 2009, 2013 and 2017. Prior to his appointment to complete Guido's term,...

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Abdullah Hammoud announces campaign for Dearborn mayor

January 25th, 20210 DEARBORN — State Rep. Abdullah Hammoud (D-Dearborn) has announced his campaign for Dearborn mayor in this year's election. “With your support, we will lead with the same tenacity as we have over the past four years as Dearborn's state representative,” Hammoud announced over social media on Monday. “With the same heart and...

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Dearborn Public Library joins the “Read Woke Challenge”

January 23rd, 20210 DEARBORN — The Dearborn Public Library is hosting a “Read Woke Challenge” until Feb. 20 to encourage community members to read “woke” books. The challenge was originally created by Cicely Lewis, a school librarian in Georgia. The goal is to engage the community in thoughtful dialogue surrounding the themes and topics...

Business

EnvisionTEC, a Dearborn 3D manufacturer, acquired by Massachusetts company for $300 million

January 23rd, 20210 DEARBORN — Desktop Metal, a Burlington, Massachusetts-based 3D printing solutions company, has acquired the Deaborn-based 3D printing manufacturer EnvisionTEC for $300 million. With this acquisition, EnvisionTEC will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Desktop Metal. EnvisionTEC founder and CEO Al Siblani will continue to serve...

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Dearborn Council members continue their COVID-19 forum to discuss small businesses

January 16th, 20210 DEARBORN — Hosted by City Council President Susan Dabaja, the bi-weekly COVID-19 forum discussed the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses. She was joined by City Councilman David Bazzy, Wayne County Economic Development Director Khalil Rahal and Dearborn Economic Development Director Jeff Watson. Watson said that the pandemic...

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Councilwoman Leslie Herrick withdraws resolution to name additional historic districts, form commission

January 16th, 20210 DEARBORN — A resolution put forward to amend an ordinance pertaining to the Historic Preservation Commission was withdrawn from Tuesday’s City Council meeting agenda. “There still remains many unanswered questions and unclear details about the proposed updates to the Historic Preservation Commission,” Councilwoman Leslie...

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City of Dearborn launches rent, utility grant program to protect from evictions

January 13th, 20210 DEARBORN — Families in Dearborn that are unable to pay their bills due to financial impacts of COVID-19 can apply to receive grants from the city. Low to moderate income residents can apply beginning Monday, Jan. 18 to receive up to $5,000 to cover up to six months’ worth of bills through a new grant program offered by the...

Art & Culture

Arab America: Preserving the Arabic language and culture

January 12th, 20210 DEARBORN — Friday, December 18 marked the celebration of Arabic Language Day, a day that honors a language spoken by more than 300 million people worldwide. World Arabic Language Day was established by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2010 to celebrate multilingualism and cultural...

Health

4,700 frontliners to get second COVID vaccine dose at Henry Ford

January 5th, 20210 DETROIT — Priority vaccinations for healthcare workers continue this week, with thousands of frontline healthcare workers at Henry Ford Health System branches receiving their second doses of the COVID-19 vaccines in the coming days. Henry Ford prioritizes vaccinations based on employees' role and risk for exposure as well as their...

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Dearborn reminds residents of snow ordinances, provides additional parking options during snow emergencies

January 2nd, 20210 DEARBORN - With the winter season in full swing, the city of Dearborn is reminding residents of their ordinances while also providing additional parking in snow emergencies. During snow emergencies in the city, vehicles that are parked on the street face tickets and fines and help limit the effectiveness of the plows. Snow...

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Dearborn approves funding for outdoor dining

December 31st, 20200 DEARBORN - With restaurants still being closed to indoor dining due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the city of Dearborn has approved funding to help restaurants. The funding, set for up to $200,000, authorizes the administration to work out a plan to provide tents, lighting, seating, tables, and heating in public spaces. On Saturday,...

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Study seeks to understand Arab American health during COVID-19

December 24th, 20200 DEARBORN — A new research project seeks to better understand how social and behavioral aspects of everyday life affect the health and wellness of those aged 65 and older in Metro Detroit. A special component of this research, led by University of Michigan professor Dr. Kristine Ajrouch, will study the social components of health...

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Man shot during robbery at Fairlane Mall

December 21st, 20200 DEARBORN — A popular Dearborn mall became the scene of holiday violence on Monday. The Dearborn Police Department said that at around 5:50 p.m., a man was shot after an attempted robbery outside of the Fairlane Town Center. The shooting was non-fatal and the victim was transported to an area hospital where he is currently listed...

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Dearborn Council President Susan Dabaja announces candidacy for mayor

December 21st, 20200 DEARBORN — After seven years on the City Council, Council President Susan Dabaja has announced her candidacy for mayor. Dabaja is a lifelong Dearborn resident born to immigrant parents in Dearborn’s Southend. Having grown up in public housing, Dabaja went to Salina Elementary School, and Stout Middle School and graduated from...

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Public health advisor talks vaccine myths and fact

December 19th, 20200 DEARBORN — The state of Michigan began immunizations against the COVID-19 virus on Monday, as quantities of the new Pfizer vaccine began reaching sites across the country this week. By Wednesday night, 1,078 vaccines had been administered to Michigan’s health care workers who are at high risk of contraction due to their routine...

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Sky Lounge wins case against Dearborn Heights, hookah ordinance now void

December 18th, 20200 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Sky Lounge, which owns hookah lounges in Dearborn and Dearborn Heights, has won a lawsuit against the city of Dearborn Heights regarding an attempted ordinance to cap the number of such businesses in the city. Originally a Dearborn business, Sky Lounge broke ground on a second location in Dearborn Heights...

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Wayne County anticipates delivery of COVID-19 vaccines in few days

December 10th, 20200 DETROIT — With panelists giving the green light on the use of the Pfizer vaccine, Wayne County is anticipating delivery of the first round of COVID-19 vaccines. Wayne County Executive Warren Evans said that it’s currently unknown how many vaccines the county will be given: “Wayne County is working closely with the state of...

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Supreme Court says American Muslims on No-Fly List for refusing to spy can sue FBI

December 10th, 20200 WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that American Muslims who were placed or kept on the No-Fly List in retaliation for refusing to spy on their communities may sue individual FBI agents for interfering with their freedom to practice their religion. Muhammad Tanvir originally filed the lawsuit in...

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Downtown Dearborn to host third annual Winterfest Market

December 10th, 20200 DEARBORN — In an attempt to encourage residents to get into the holiday spirit, the Dearborn Downtown Authority has scheduled its third annual Winterfest Market. On Saturday, Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., residents are encouraged to come and visit more than 20 different vendors from the community for a fun-filled day of...

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Hammoud leads bipartisan legislature group to suggest Robert Saleh for Lions head coach

December 4th, 20200 LANSING — State Rep. Abdullah Hammoud (D-Dearborn) is leading a bipartisan group of 36 Michigan House legislators in releasing an open letter to the Detroit Lions owner Sheila Ford Hamp, suggesting Robert Saleh, a Dearborn hero and 49ers defensive coordinator, for the team’s next head coach. “We are writing today to thank you...

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Dearborn Aglow is still a go

December 3rd, 20200 DEARBORN — With everyone needing a bit of holiday cheer this year, the city of Dearborn is continuing its annual “Dearborn Aglow” home decorating event. The Dearborn City Beautiful Commission will be recognizing decorations and displays during the event. Commissioners will be going around the city to find the most...

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