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District'cautiouslyoptim istic'

B Y T O N Y B R U S C A T OSTAFF WRITER

Plymouth-Canton school district officials aren’t preparing for a windfall o f cash despite the announce­m ent by Gov Jennifer Granholm she wants to increase the public school foundation grant by $175 per student

While school districts across Michigan currently receive a minimum $6,700 per student, Plymouth- Canton Schools bottom line is $7,025 per pupil

Patricia Brand, th e dis­tric ts assistant superin­tendent for business serv­ices, had budgeted no increase in state funding when she told the Board of Education last m onth she’s projecting an $11 8 million shortfall in 2005 06

We re cautiously opti­mistic saidSuperintendent Jim Ryan I believe the governor and

legislators understand th a t through three years of freezes and two mid-year cuts, and with nsm g expenses, its very tough

I certainly wouldn t use the term windfall,” Ryan said, h u t any additional revenue has a positive effect on the budget”

Brand said the addition­al $175 per student would generate $3 2 million However, she’s preparing for something less than tha t

‘My guess is they’ll start there, bu t no t end there,” said Brand "The lobbyists for school districts m Lansing are heanng more like $125 T hats probably more like reality’

At a per pupil increase o f $125, Brand said th e dis­tric t would receive an additional $2 2 million

“O f th a t $2 2 million, we’ll use about $1 7 million for th e projected increase

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PHOTOS BY ANN DEGHETTO

Firefighters Capt Chuck Russo (front) and Christine Moustakas make their way out of the frozen pond at Plymouth Township Park during ice/water rescue training Thursday

D e e p f r e e z e t r a i n i n g

Firefighters practice the art of ice, water rescues Once the 'victim is out of the water he s treated for

hypothermia by Plymouth Community Fire Department firefighters and then transported to a local hospital

B Y B R A D K A D R IC HSTAFF WRITER

Som eone is walking throughPlym outh Township Park and h ap ­pens upon the pond there Looking

out, he sees th a t som eone has fallen th ro u g h th e ice an d im m ediately calls 9-1-1

The P lym outh C om m unity Fire D epartm en t responds and successfully pulls th e stranded victim from the ice

This scenario hasn ’t yet played o u t in th e P lym outh com m unity, b u t it could, w hich is why firefighters spent tim e th is w eek in th e park , tra in in g for ju s t such a scenario Firefighters from all pla­toons a t th e d ep artm en t’s th fee stations

each took tu rn s practicing th e scenarioA ccording to new tra in ing officer

Chuck M ann, Plym outh firefighters haven’t h ad to do it yet, b u t readiness, he said, is all

"We ve never rescued a hum an , bu t we have rescued a num ber o f anim als, ’ said M ann, a Plym outh firefighter since A ugust 1992

W hile th e six-m an crew practiced rescuing th e victim , firefighters also sim ulated pu tting th e Wayne County dive team an d helicopters on stand-by, a standard procedure, according to M ann

W hile such a rescue would generally no t incorporate o ther departm ents directly, th e situation would quickly

becom e one o f m u tu a l aid “We’d be th e p rim ary agency o u t

here,” M ann said “B ut we’d depend on o th e r departm en ts to respond to calls we w ould norm ally ge t I t th e n becom es a m utual-a id s itu a tio n ”

T he tra in in g is necessary, according to M ann, because th e re ’s m ore w ate r in th e com m unity th a n one m ight th in k

In add ition to W ilcox Lake, he said, th e re are “num erous ponds and tr ib u ­ta rie s” in th e com m unity

“T here are a lo t o f ponds and lakes m th e tow nship,” M ann said “We staged th is tra in in g exactly how we’d do it for re a l”

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B Y B R A D K A D R IC HSTAFF WRITER

W hat Plym outh Township board m em bers found ou t W ednesday night was the new tow n­ship hall p roject is some $2 m illion overbudget and some 14 m onths behind schedule

W hat they aren’t sure about is w hat to do about it

Board m em bers m et W ednesday to discuss options for dealing w ith square footage and cost overruns, b u t came up w ith no concrete solutions They scheduled a study session for 6 p m Monday, Feb 21, to consider options ranging from redesigning th e building to elim inating or delaying construction o f the new fire station

The project, originally budgeted a t $12 million, has reached $14 million, according to officials at D eM attia Group, th e pro­jec t’s construction m anag­er

Supervisor R ichard R eaum e said th e township m ust look a t a variety o f options for fixing th e prob­lem

“T he m unicipal financ­ing model is broke,’ R eaum e said “Expenses are increasing exponential­ly, w hile revenues and state-shared paym ents are declining o r being elimi­nated We need to evaluate all areas to either increase revenues an d /o r lower expenses ”

COSTS A R E UPD eM attia spokesman

M att H ubbard said the increases are largely due to changes m th e original

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Plymouth’s 35th D istrict Court will have a new court adm inistrator by the end of the month

Debra Kubitskey, who has been a probation officer a t th e court since 1993, will assume th e duties Feb 28

"It’s a goal tha t I ’ve been working on for some time, said Kubitskey, 37, from South Lyon “I t’s a good oppor­

tun ity for me to move forward w ith a new challenge ”

Kubitskey has a m aster’s degree m public adm inistration from Eastern M ichigan University She was one of 80 people who applied for the posi­tion, which becam e available in October

“I th ink prom oting from within boosts morale,” said Kubitskey ‘ Since I ’ve been w orking in the probation field, I’ve developed good com m uni­

cation and hum an resource skills My first responsibility will be to learn the job, bu t as I become more familiar changes will come

Court controller Pam Avdoulos, who has been interim court adm inis­tra to r since Kerry E rdm an left for health reasons m July, said th e three finalists for the position were current 35th District Court employees

The three were extensively in ter­viewed, tw o with a panel and another

w ith an outside assessm ent firm,” Avdoulos said “The final interview was w ith (Chief) Judge (John) M acDonald

“I th in k th e interview process proved we had th e b est candidates in house,” she said “D ebra is really well educated m public adm inistration, is a great people person an d is very well organized ”

M acDonald has w orked extensively w ith Kubitskey the past 15 years

“She m erits being th e best^candi- date,” said M acD onald “She knows th e system, has good educational cre­dentials and is a good fit for th e jo b ”

Kubitskey’s annual salary will be $63,000

The 35th D istrict C ourt serves th e cities of Plym outh and Northville, as well as the tow nships o f Canton, Plymouth and Northville

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Monday, Feb 14, is the last day for residents to pay their taxes w ithout penalty, accord­ing to Plym outh Township Treasurer Ron Edwards

Taxes can be paid at the treasurers office in the tow n­ship hall complex, located at the corner o f A nn Arbor Road and Lilley The office will be open an extra half-hour, from 8 a m to 5 p m , to receive residents

For m ore inform ation, call th e tre a su re rs office, (734) 354 3214

K iw a n is E u c h r eThe Plym outh-C anton

Kiwanis Breakfast Club hosts its second an n u a l Euchre Party a t 7 p m Saturday, Feb 26 a t th e M asonic Temple, 760 P enm m an in Plym outh

Prizes w ill be awarded, refreshm ents will be served and th e evening includes a 50 /5 0 raffle T h eres a $10 entry fee, an d space is lim it­ed to th e first 100 people

R eservations can be m ade via e-m ail a t d torzy@ hot- mail com o r by calling (734) 453-9904 d u ring the day or (734) 282 -2340 in the evenings

id s ' t h e a t e rParents have an opportun i­

ty to enjoy an afternoon w ith th e ir ch ildren a t C anton s Village T heater, located at Cherry H ill an d Ridge Road

This event com bines a ligh t lunch w ith th e th rill o f a live stage p roduction The event starts a t 12 30 p m in th e Biltm ore S tudio o f th e th e ­ater w ith a h o t dog lunch, com plete w ith a bunny cook­

ie and a su rp rise for every­one

T hen partic ip an ts head in to th e th e a te r for a p resen ­ta tio n by th e G ian t Puppets B its-N -Pieces called “A M usical Tale o f Peter R abbit ’ T he reserved seats are lim it­ed to th e firs t 30 partic i­pan ts

The $16 cost includes lunch an d a reserved seat ticke t C hildren under 12 m u st be accom panied by an adu lt

For fu r th e r inform ation please co n tac t C anton Leisure Services a t (734) 394-5460

U n d e r g r o u n d R a i lr o a d e x h i b i t

Celebrate Black H istory M onth by v isiting the P lym outh H istorical M useum , 155 S M am in P lym outh, and learnm g abou t how quilts may have been used to “com m unicate ’ in fo rm ation to escaping slaves on th e U nderground R ailroad Scavenger hun ts an d gam es help te ll the story

V isit M ichigan s largest A braham L incoln Collection on p e rm an en t display and experience th e 10 stages of Lincoln s life from his boy­hood th ro u g h his tragic assassination

The m useum is open to th e public 1-4 p m W ednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday A dm ission is $3 for adults, $1 fo r studen ts and.$7 p e r fam ily

For m ore inform ation, visit th e m useum s W eb site a t www plym outhhistory org or call (734) 455-8940

A u c t i o n a c t i o nThese are just some of the items that will be available when the Plymouth Community Arts Council hosts its annual auction fund raiser March 19 at the VisTaTech Center at Schoolcraft College in Livonia The photograph is by John Middlestead, the area rug and pedestal were donated by American Blind and Wallpaper the side table from Walker* Buzenberg and the print by Juarez Macado was donated by Friends of the Arts Council PCAC officials hope to raise $50,000 Advance tickets for the auction are $85 per person The silent auction begins at 5 30 with a wine tasting and hors d oeuvres, with dinner at 7 p m and the auction starting at 9 p m For more information or to purchase tickets, call (734) 416*4278

D o ll e x h i b i tLost A rts S titchery is host­

ing a doll display called Tribute to th e A rt Doll,

through th e end o f February Several local M ichigan doll

artists have th e ir gorgeous dolls on display m th e store and many are priced for sale Its an opportun ity to view and purchase doll a r t th a t is not easily found

Lost A rts S titchery is locat­ed at 580 Forest m Plymouth The store is open from 10 30

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ID t h e f t s e m in a rUSA Credit U nion and the

Plymouth Com munity Cham ber o f Commerce jo in forces to host a sem inar on identity theft from 8-9 a m Friday, Feb 18 a t th e cham ber office

Those attending the-sem m ar will learn how thieves get vic­tim s’ personal inform ation, w hat exactly identity th eft is, liow to know if you’re a victim and what to do if you become a victim

Coffee and doughnuts will be provided, seating is lim ited to

35 people Deadline for reser­vations is Thursday, Feb 17 To m ake a reservation or for more information, call th e chamber, (734) 453-1540 The cham ber office is located a t 386 S M ain

F a r e w e ll c o n c e r tSt Johns Episcopal Church

in Plymouth hosts a presenta­tion of “Music for Organ, Soprano and Tenor, a Farewell Concert ” at 4 p m Sunday,Feb 27

The event features St Johns M inister of M usic and O rganist Michael Brittenback perform ing with John M cLaughlin and Jennifer M acDonald M cLaughlin was th e first internship vocalist and is S t Johns curren t recipient o f th e Tenor Internship He will graduate th e University of M ichigan m April Jennifer MacDonald, a soprano, is also currently an internship resi­den t and will also graduate U- M in April

Brittenback will leave his post as M inister o f Music to move to Columbus, Ohio, this sum m er

The program offers an after­noon o f musical variety for solo organ, plus organ and voice featuring Toccata and Fugue in D M inor by J S Bach The con­cert takes place in th e Nave of S t John’s Episcopal Church, 574 S Sheldon The Concert is free, however, a free-will offer­ing will be accepted at the door to help support the series

For more inform ation, call (734) 453-0190, Ext 16

P C A C a u c tio nAn evening o f Black Satin

an d Pearls is planned for this year’s Artful Affair” presented by the Plymouth Com m unity A rts Council a t 5 30 p m M arch 19 at th e VisTaTech Center at Schoolcraft College

As th e only m ajor fund-rais­er for th e PCAC each year, the

goal for th e dinner auction is $ 5 0 ,000 with proceeds going tow ard th e council’s m any and varied educational and com­m unity arts programs

T he evening includes fine dining, dancing to th e sounds o f Channel 6 and live and silent auction items

Advance tickets are $85 per person and are available by calling th e PCAC a t 734-416- 4278 Those who would like to donate item s for th e auction can call the same num ber

D A R m e e tsIrene Foster will be the

keynote speaker w hen the D aughters o f the American Revolution Sarah A nn Cochrane Chapter o f Plym outh-Northville holds its Good Citizen Reception at 10 30 a m Monday, Feb 21, a t th e Plym outh D istrict Library

T he library is located at 223 S M am For more inform a­tion, call (734) 420-2775

M o m - t o - m o m s a lePlym outh-Canton Mothers

o f M ultiples will ho ld their Spnng/Sum m er Sale from 10 30 a m to 1 p m Saturday, M arch 5, a t Plymouth VFW, 1426 S Mill, N orth o f Ann A rbor Road

The event features depart­m ent-style shopping w ith baby an d children s clothing from new born to size 7, m aternity clothing, toys an d baby gear T here will also be a bake sale

A dm ission is $1 for adults, no strollers please

B lo o d d r iv eSt Jo h n ’s Episcopal Church

hosts a Red Cross blood drive from 2-8 p m Monday, Feb 21

D onors can call Carolyn Liebau, (734) 455-5395, to m ake an appointm ent or sim ­ply drop in

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'Ziploc' arrest may solve pair of Plymouth robberies

B Y T O N Y B R U S C A T OSTAFF WRITER

Two Plymouth bank rob­beries may have been solved with the arrest of a serial bank robber known as the Ziploc Bandit

FBI Detroit Special Agent Terry Booth said 44-year-old Daniel Armstrong, who was arrested by Livonia police ear­lier this m onth after allegedly robbing a Standard Federal Bank branch, is suspected of robbing 19 banks in Wayne, Macomb and Genesee coun­ties Included are heists a t two Bank One branches in the Plymouth area, a t th e com er o f Ann Arbor Road and Harvey Street in Plymouth, with the other at Five Mile and Beck roads in Plymouth Township

The am ounts o f cash taken have not been disclosed

“He has a very unique m odus operandi,” said Booth of Armstrong, who was labeled the Ziploc Bandit “He comes in w ith a large caliber handgun

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and tells everyone to get on the floor, then distributes Ziploc baggies to th e tellers and dem ands $50 and $100 bills He’s worn different disguises each tim e ’

A rm strong has been arraigned in federal court on two counts o f bank robbery, as well as firearm s charges He is being held w ithout bond

The m axim um penalty for bank robbery and using a firearm is 32 years in prison If A rm strong is charged with other arm ed bank robberies, he could face 25 30 year consecu tive sentences for each one

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Since 1985, th e Observer & Eccentric has honored ou t­standing students though its Academic All-Star program

This year marks the Observers 20 th year of honor­ing local students and we’d like to hear from our form er Academic All Stars

I f you were an Observer Academic All-Star, let us know w hat you have been doing since your selection W hat did you study9 W hat careers did you have9 W hat s your life been like since th a t tim e9 Tell us your story and include your high school graduation photo and a recent photo, too

Special annual sections about the Academic All-Stars have saluted the intelligence, involvement and industry of

the best and brightest students m public and private high schools around Oakland and Wayne counties

This year, we re planning a special edition m honor of the program s 20 th anniversary

If you re a former Ali Star or a parent who can provide information and pho tos about your former All Star e maii Special Editor Mary Kiemic at mklemicdoe homecomm net or mail to Observers Eccentric 805 E Maple Birmingham 48009 Attn Mary Kiemic Be sure to include a phone number where you can be reached You can e maii photos in a jpeg format (please send largest size possible) and make sure photos are identified The special section will be published in May 2005

B a t t l e g r o u n dComputer tourneys gaining popularity

B Y R U S S H A M M O N DCORRESPONDENT

In two dark rooms in a Canton strip mall on Saturday night, 20 young m en attem pted to m aim, butcher and kill each other They yelled commands, groaned a t mistakes and heckled th e opposition

Seated side by side in large leather chairs, in team s of five players, they battled for eight hours on state-of-the-art com puters playing a simulation gam e called Counter-Strike The game, which is gam ing in popularity, pits terrorists against counter-terrorists

Instead o f sitting in their hom es and annihilating each other online, the players gather at th e Gate, an area m th e rear of Canton Computers in Canton, w here they pay $25 to play in its m onthly Counter-Stnke tournam ent Coming to th is event allows them to socialize, play th e game they love w ith other like-minded people, and maybe even win th e to p prize, which usually ranges from $400 to $600

“It’s exciting I t brings people together,’ said M ark Maletic, 15, of Canton

Maletic, and two of his team m ates, Jam es Wolf, 17, of Plymouth, and Tom Stanford, 17, o f Canton, were taking a breather and milling around th e store after th e ir team won the first game o f the tournam ent

The game w ent back and forth,’ Wolf said ‘B ut we came back and won ”

S A FE ENV IRO NM EN TStanford said they re a t the store, which is located a t Canton

Center and Ford roads, a t least once a week playing various computer games and spend plenty of tim e at hom e with Counter-Strike M aletic added th a t while it s OK to play online with people from around th e country, there is ‘ tra sh talk on the In ternet b u t a t the com puter store, there s lots o f joking around”

DONALDJ ALLEY

B e n n y H a l i t ( l e f t ) o f P l y m o u t h a n d M ik e K o v a c h o f C a n t o n p l a y C o u n t e r s t r i k e d u r i n g a t o u r n a m e n t a t C a n t o n C o m p u t e r s

According to John W isniewski o f C anton Com puters, th e store charges a $5 hourly fee to play

‘This has been real good for th e kids,’ he said “I t’s a safe environm ent w ith plenty o f h igh-end com puters ”

Wisniewski said Counter-S tnke tournam ents are gaining m populanty throughout th e state, w ith several taking place in East Lansing and Southgate T here are also com puter gaming tournam ents in Texas, F londa an d California.

The winning team on Saturday n igh t was M otown, led by Ben Robinson from A nn A rbor M em bers of th e team ranged in age from 18 to 22 They cam e from W aterford, M acom b County, Troy and Livonia They w on $600

Canton Computers, yvhich opened m Septem ber 2004 , is a full-service com puter store W isniew ski said th a t the G ate was an outgrowth o f th e corporate com puter training course th a t they offer Some o f the younger employees suggested they use the space and equipm ent to set up a com puter gam ing center, or as they call it, “a M ultiplayer N etw ork Gaming C en ter”

Benny Halit, 20, o f Plym outh, an d a com puter inform ation systems student a t Schoolcraft College m Livonia, is th e guy in charge o f th e Gate H e refers to h im self as th e ‘gate keeper”He also hand-built every com puter in th e Gate — he knows the computers inside and out

His job is to set everything up an d m aintain th e structu re of the tournam ent W hen there is no tournam ent m session, he keeps an eye on things and som etim es helps th e younger kids who don t have as m uch experience playing He said th a t the kids who come in and play a re polite an d show a g reat deal of respect

I have no com plaints,’ he said

A LL-N IG H T SESSIONSWisniewski said th a t they ho ld th e Counter-Strike to u rn a ­

m ents once a m onth, all-night gam e sessions every few m onths and they also host b irthday parties on a daily basis Children who attend an all-n ight gam e session m u st have par­ents sign a perm ission slip O nce th e session starts, no one leaves the store until it ends th e following m orning

Food and drm k are im p o rtan t elem ents while playing games at th e Gate

Besides Counter-Stnke, som e o f th e games th a t people can play when they come in are Doom III, Halo, Half-Life, Need for Speed, Diablo and W arcraft T here is an XBox system with eight controllers on large-screen projectors Some o f th e games available for th e XBox include Halo 2, G rand T heft Auto, M adden 2005 and S ilent Scope

Wisniewski said th a t th e com puters m the Gate all have state-of the-a rt graphic cards for m axim um speed T hey also have spots w here people can b n n g m the ir com puters from hom e and hook them up to play

‘Some o f these kids have really souped-up com puters a t home, he said “We le t them b n n g th em m and they can use them to play th e games ’

For more inform ation abou t th e Gate at Canton Com puters call (734) 981-6600 o r visit th e store’s Web site a t www can- toncom puters com

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Ingrid V Carney, of Fort Pierce,F ia , formerly of Bloomfield Hills died Jan 17

Patrick J Chandler, 61f of Auburn Hills, died Feb 1

MaryM Cirrmcione 88 of Independence Twp died Feb 5

DMargaret Evelyn Davidsen (nee

Cripps) 87 formerly of Farmington Hills died Feb 5Jeanette A Dorvee 76, of Redford

Tw p, died Feb 5 Mildred C Dunmgan 86, of Shelby

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Stephen M Galida 36 Coshocton, Ohio, died Feb 6

HCharles W Heil 67 died Feb 10 Dons Marion Hirzel died Feb 8

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MHelen F Martens 82, died Feb 6 Amelia Dolores (Ruppersberg)

McKee 90, o f Troy died Feb 7

For the Record appears in every edition of the Observer & Eccentric NewspapersComplete paid obituaries can be found inside todays Observer Life section in Passages on page C5

Minnie Myers, 94 died Feb 2 P

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POLICE BLOTTERA Plymouth Township resident

reported he parked his 1993 Dodge Dakota in the lot just north of his building on Risman and when he returned to the vehicle he discov ered someone had stolen the in dash stereo amplifier and various CDs Police have no suspects

FIRE LOGThe Plymouth Community Fire

Department responded to the fol­lowing runs during the period Feb 2 8■ Tuesday Feb 8 - Residential

rescue runs on Ulley and on Edgewood vehicle accidents on Jo y Road west of Beck and on N Territorial west of Beck industrial fire on Helm mutual-aid received rescue run on Risman, vehicle acci­dent with wash-down at Ann Arbor Road and Beck

■ Monday Feb 7 - Vehicle acci dents on southbound I-275 over M- 14 and on northbound 1 275 north of

I 96 residential rescue runs on Evergreen onKarmada on Sheldon on Thomndge and on Deer, Indus trial rescue run on Deer

■ Sunday Feb 6 - Residential res­cue runs on Ulley on Parkview, on Sheridan on Maple Tree and on Heritage rescue run to a public buildmg/schooi on Farmer■ Saturday, Feb 5 - Vehicle acci

dent with wash down at Jo y and General Drive smoke investigation on Penmman vehicle accident at 5 Mile and Ivywood investigation on Ann Arbor Trail, commercial rescue run on Ann Arbor Trail residential rescue run on Northville Road■ Friday Feb 4 - Commercial res

cue run on Beck residential rescue runs on Haggerty on Plymouth Heights, on Deer, on Northville Road and on Aspen vehicle accident on northhbound 1-275 south of M-14, rescue run to a public buildmg/schooi on Mam

■ Thursday Feb 3 - Residential rescue runs on Carol, on Mill, on Northville Road on Eastside and on Coolidge

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on Sheldon, on Newporte, on E Drive, on Fairground and on N Territorial, rescue run to a public buifding/school on Ann Arbor Road mutual aid given run on 6 Mile in Northville Township

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in th e state-m andated retire­m ent rate, B rand said “Health care is expected to go up anoth­er $17 million

‘And, th a t still doesn’t include o ther increased expen­ditures like utility costs and any negotiated com pensation with our employee unions, she said ‘ The increase helps minimize a horribly dismal situation to som ew hat dism al *

G ranholm ’s proposal also includes another $50 per stu­den t for every student who completes a college-prep cur­riculum

Even w ith an increase in funding, Ryan said he expects to make additional cuts m the budget

‘ We’ll continue to work w ith th e board to m ake those cuts and budget adjustm ents as we look a t our long-range forecast,” Ryan said ‘ T h a t’s always the challenge, how m uch do you c u t”

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plan pwt together by Plante & Moran-CRESA, the real estate arm o f the township’s planners who chd the space needs evalu­ation

CRESA’s original budget called for som e 52,000 square feet m the project T hat’s the plan the township board used to bid for an architect Floor plans unveiled W ednesday by A3C, the Ann Arbor firm the board hired to design the proj­ect, call for some 57,000 square feet

The other factor, according to Hubbard, is construction costs The original budget was figured assuming th e project was going to s ta rt bade m October 2003 Delays have caused construction costs, par­ticularly for materials like con­crete and steel, to rise

“The largest cause were the changes to CRESAs original budget,” Hubbard said “(But) every project does th a t Every project changes from when it was conceived It’s no t that unusual ”

Township trustee Steve M ann, who was supervisor when the board h ired CRESA to do the original study, said he blames A3C’s “mis-readm g of the plan” for square footage increases he says have driven up the costs

1 attribute the increase in square footage to (A3C’s) m is­reading the plan,” M ann said “I have some serious concerns as far as (architect) perform­ance goes We’ve added space and had some unfortunate cost increases ’

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tered around square footage in the proposed new fire station A3C’s plan calls for a bunk and office space for a captain, plus six bunks for firefighters, a fit­ness room and m en’s and women’s locker rooms

A3Cs plan for the police sta­tion includes 830 square feet for a holding area, plus six cells (the current station has three) The CRESA plan called for 13,000 square feet in the police station, A3C’s p lan is for just over 14,000

“There are m aterial cost increases th a t weren’t antici­pated by CRESA,” H ubbard told board m em bers “CRESA’s plan also talked about develop­ing a five-acre site, b u t the site is actually n ine acres, with seven acres actually being developed ”

Township officials have con­sidered several options, among them

■ Delaying o r scrapping the project altogether, which brought a quick, “N o way1” from trustee Kay Arnold

■ Purchasing th e bankrupt H idden Falls spa property at Schoolcraft and Haggerty Sources said th e building was briefly considered and discard­ed because it would need extensive renovation and an addition

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LOOKING AT OPHONSWhat: Plymouth Township Board Study Session When: Monday, Feb 21,6 pmWhere: Township board meeting room, Ann Arbor Road and Liliey Purpose: To talk about options to deal with spiral­ing costs and space ques­tions for the new township hall project

■ Building th e fire station in phases, paying som e $700,000 to do all the underground work now, then capping th a t part of the site off un til such tim e as officials w anted to move ahead T hat would save som e $1 mil­lion m construction costs

■ Elim inating th e fire sta­tion altogether

■ Having A3C redesign the building and cutting down on th e square footage This appeared to be th e m ost popu­lar option, although some said any cost benefits m igh t be off­set by redesign costs

“This board hasn’t approved a design yet,” said trustee Bob Doroshewitz “H ow can we have redesign costs w hen we haven’t approved a design to begin with?”

HOW TO PAY FO R ITSome residents said they

w anted to see th e project not only go forward, b u t without any real cuts

“I don’t th in k there ’s any­th ing extravagant in th is build­ing,” said resident Greg Fyke “I th in k this com m unity deserves b e tte r ’

Even if it m eans m ore taxes, according to residen t Mel Moore

“I don’t th in k you should cut square footage,” said Moore, who is the assistan t fire chief in Wayne “I th in k you should go bigger and look for ways to finance it ”

One way would b e to sell m ore bonds However, back w hen the board first approved this project, they se t th e budget a t $12 million, w ith $6 million m bonds sold, an d th e other $6 million coming from other sources, including th e general fund

“W hen th is pro ject was first sold to the com m unity it was stressed num erous tim es that no new taxes w ould b e used,” resident Arlene K arrel said “I’d like to see th e bo ard stick to th a t”

Ultimately, bo ard members agreed to p u t together a list o f preferred options, an d those will be forwarded to H ubbard at DeM attia to have cost analy­sis done Those options will be studied at th e study session at 6 p m Monday, Feb 21

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W ith the Super Bowl having played out Sunday in Jacksonville, some Canton and Plymouth business people are already get­ting pumped for the D etroit Super Bowl one year away

1 th ink for our retail business and restaurants and hotels they’ll definitely see some impact, I ’m sure it will be all good,’ said Dianne Cojei, president of the Canton Cham ber of Commerce

Fran Toney, Plymouth Community Cham ber of Commerce executive director, first contacted the host committee a year ago “One of the things they discussed was moving th e days o f th e ice spectacular,” she said

B ut this likely won’t happen“They have their own W inter Blast,

Toney said, adding th e business com m uni­ty expects a windfall o f hotel, restaurant and bed-and-breakfast business W e’ve got a beautiful boutique hotel, The Inn at St Johns, we’ve got th e Hilton, the Comfort Inn and Red Roof Inn afid beau­tiful bed and breakfasts ’

Tawnya Johnson, director o f sales for St John’s Golf and Conference Center, said, W e anticipate absolutely being sold out for the Super Bowl and m ost (Metro) hotels anticipate being sold o u t for four days around th e Super Bowl ’

Johnson said construction o f The Inn at St John’s will be finished m December The facility will have 118 room s and 26 executive suites She said th e St Johns ballroom should also draw Super Bowl business

Toney said she 11 be talk ing with the D etroit Super Bowl host com m ittee execu­tive d irector right after th e Super Bowl on Suqday W e w ant to get a piece o f tha tp ie ”

Colin Campbell, sales m anager of wood and lam inate flooring firm Pergo Inc and Canton resident, is one o f a handful of local business people serving as Super Captains” for th e Detroit Super Bowl XL Host Com m ittee M embers o f th e commit­tee are m Jacksonville th is w eek to observe and learn how to pu t on th e wide range of Super Bowl-related events an d services

‘ They’re taking notes and getting ready, Campbell £aid

But he and other super captains are also getting busy Each one is charged w ith identifying 50 volunteers w ho can commit to 2 to 4-hour shifts during Super Bowl week, to perform a range o f tasks - from greeting visitors a t M etro A irport to staffing th e NFL Experience interactive exhibit, which travels to each Super Bowl city They will also provide inform ation on restaurants

So far, Campbell has rounded u p 10 vol­unteers They attend m onthly tra in ing ses­sions, th e next is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb 16

The Detroit host com m ittee is seeking 8 ,000 volunteers from th e M etro area

W e ’re going to try an d organize a group o f volunteers from th e chamber,” Campbell said ^

Campbell first e-m ailed th e Detroit Super Bowl XL H ost Com m ittee a year ago, to ask about participating

I was interested m getting involved to show Detroit in its best lig h t,’ he said

To volunteer call (734) 844-2355 or go to th e Detroit host com m ittee Web site at h ttp //sbxl org

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W SDP 8 8 1-FM Radio Auction from 9 a m to 1 0 p m Saturday,M ay 14

The auction benefits the student-run radio station at Plymouth-Canton Educational Park This year the auction proceeds will go tow ard an endowment fund tha t will help provide funding for the station for years to come The auction kicks off a tw o-and-a-half year capital campaign to raise funds for the endow­m ent

This is the second year th a t New Liberty Bank has served as th e title sponsor o f the 8 8 1-FM Radio Auction Michael Weaver, president and chief executive officer of New Liberty Bank, said sponsoring the radio auction was a good fit for th e bank

“WSDP is an im portant part o f the Plym outh-Canton school district, ’ Weaver said “This year’s auction is especially im portant to the station’s endowm ent and New Liberty Bank is proud to help ensure its continued success ” ’

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donated by area businesses Every half- hour fiiew item s will be available for b id­ding Beginning April 25, sta tion support­ers can keep track o f new item s th a t will be up for b id by checking th e station’s Web site at www 88lTheEscape com Listeners from around the world will be able to lis­ten to th e auction via th e W orld Wide Web

W SDP volunteers will be contacting businesses for donations th rough th e end o f April Businesses in terested in donat­ing item s can contact th e station a t 416 7732

W e really appreciate N ew Liberty Bank ( is willing to support th e auction fo r a sec

ond year in a row,’ said Bill Keith, station m anager ‘Last year they helped u s raise over $12,000 and this year we hope to top th e $15,000 m ark ’

New Liberty Bank has expanded its presence in the com m unity w ith th e open­ing o f a new 20 ,000-square foot head­quarters on Ann A rbor Road The full- service bank is locally ow ned and operated in Plym outh New Liberty Bank reported to tal assets of $61 m illion m October 2004 More inform ation is available online a t wwwnew libertybank com

W SDP is owned and operated by the Plym outh-Canton Com m unity Schools The station is celebrating 33 years of serv­ing Plym outh and C anton

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G ranholm , Legislature need Michigan's political leaders to do som ething - anything need to put state above party

W hatever you th ink about th e dram atic pro posals Gov Jennifer G ranholm p u t forth m her State o f th e State speech, perhaps the m ost politically significant th in g about them is th a t she has — for th e first tim e — com m itted her adm inistration to a m ajor stand on the sta tes future

The Dem ocratic governor offered a complex package th a t includes asking the voters this fall

to approve a $2 billion bond proposal aim ed a t creating 72 ,000 jobs She also announced, am ong other things, a massive $800 million set o f public works projects th a t she said would create another 36 ,000 jobs

She also announced signifi­cant reform s in the sta tes con-

Jack troversial Single Business Tax,Lessenberry | though she stopped short of

doing w hat m any expected her to do — get rid o f it, period

And she added a few o ther proposals, including & new $ 4 ,0 0 0 m erit scholarship for successful collegejuniors

Republicans, as expected, denounced her plans as, m th e words o f Senate M ajority Leader Ken Sikkema, ‘debt today and debt tom orrow Democrats, who don’t control either house o f the Legislature, were somewhere between cau tiously supportive and wildly enthusiastic th a t their governor a t last was behaving like bo th a governor and a Democrat

W hatever one thinks o f h e r ideas, the gover­nor has, for th e first tim e since her election m 2002, p u t forth an agenda Though much has been m ade o f h e r status as M ichigan s first wom an governor, the dirty little secret she is widely regarded as th e weakest chief executive M ichigan has had since th e 1940s

Though widely expected to win by a landslide, she barely prevailed over a weak opponent, and has behaved w ith considerable tim idity ever since Last year, a Republican leader to ld me with a tig h t little smile th a t his party didn’t real­ly m ind veiy m uch having Jennifer Granholm as governor Sure, she m ight nom inate a few judges they didn’t like but, as they saw it, she had no agenda, an d since the GOP had large majorities m both houses o f the Legislature, they felt they could ge t w hat they w anted through, perhaps \vith a little b it o f trim m ing at the margins

But m fact, what has happened since she took the oath m ore than two years ago largely has been political drift, in w hich the lawmakers’

chief preoccupation has been to try to finesse a state budget tha t seems to be perpetually ou t of balance by $1 billion a year

Twenty-two years ago, a new governor nam ed Jim Blanchard took office facing a fiscal crisis that was as bad or worse, an d spent his political capital tem porarily raising th e state income tax That solved the crisis, and th e tax was lowered again as promised, bu t Democrats lost the state Senate as a result

Eight years later, Republican John Engler took over and begin slashing, burning and cu t­ting programs th a t had been seen as sacrosanct There was m uch screaming, b u t he prevailed and was re-elected twice by landslides

But Granholm has proposed nothing of the sort, and both parties have shrunk from tackling the core issue Instead, i ts been all about the death of a thousand cuts Those who understand higher education are openly worried tha t the whitthng-down process will soon seriously dam ­age the university system, and with it M ichigan’s future ability to compete

While bo th parties will privately adm it the state’s budget system is massively and struc­turally flawed, nobody has had the courage to tackle reforming it Nor will anyone say the words th a t everyone believes, b u t regards as politically fatal You get w hat you pay for

Right now, Michigan isn’t getting anywhere The state is drifting downward economically, tied with Alaska for the nation’s worst unem ­ployment rate

But will the governor’s proposals, which sound like a combination o f Silicon Valley and Franklin Roosevelt, work’ Do they have a chance o f being enacted by the Republican Legislature’ Bill Ballenger, publisher o f Inside M ichigan Politics and a respected political handicapper, says it is dicey

She told the Republicans no t to ju s t pass th e good stuff’ — the parts they liked — and send it to her, b u t I th ink tha t s exactly w hat they will do, and dare her to veto it,” said the pundit, him self a form er state senator

History suggests tha t the odds of getting the voters to approve a new spending scheme in a special off-off-year election are n o t good

Yet there is a risk for the GOP, too I f the Michigan Legislature refuses to enact any o f her agenda, th e governor will certainly run next year against th e ‘do-nothing Republicans” who, she will say, played politics while Michigan’s econo­my burned

J a c k L e s s e n b e r r y is editorial vice president of HomeTown

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Politics is fun Governm ent is work Anyone watching Gov Jennifer Granholm s

State o f th e State address could see th a t politics is alive an d well G overnm ent doesn’t have a

chanceIn the words o f state Sen

Laura Toy, R-Livonia, M ichigan is a leaking boat, the proverbial Titanic after run­ning smack into th e iceberg Officially, th e state is tied w ith Alaska for the nations highest unemployment rate

The state struggles every year w ith its depleted treasury to m aintain its constitutionally m andated balanced budget and vital services Every year,

the state kicks its financial problems down the road to m unicipal governments, school districts and state universities

W hile th e rest o f th e nation’s economy seems to be on th e rise, M ichigan remains stuck

Sen Toy and Sen Michael Bishop, R- Rochester, came to th e Observer on Monday to present som e o f their proposals for investing in the life sciences and other technology to get M ichigan back on track Bishop has a bill to provide tax credits to reduce loss risk for angel investors” who will provide funding for innova­tive ideas Toy is proposing a package o f ideas to support a “development pipeline th a t would bring together public and private investment

O n the sam e day th e governor was getting a chill from th e Republicans in the legislature, President Bush was at the Detroit Economic Club to to u t his new budget, which includes some deep M edicaid cuts th a t will only exacer­bate the s ta tes problems

He to ld assembled business leaders th a t the tim e for debate over his budget should be over O pponents are equally sure th e real debate has- n t even begun

G ranholm came out swinging Tuesday night w ith a bold proposal to launch a $2 billion bond issue to pay for various programs to encourage high tech developm ent in the state She also proposed expansive public works projects to provide em ploym ent and improve the state’s infrastructure And she ventured into the treacherous waters o f school consolidation and changes m th e M ent Scholarship These were bold gestures from a governor who hasn’t been a well spring o f original ideas m her first two years

I f you w atched th e speech, you know that a p a rt of th e audience rose regularly to give the governor a round o f applause A larger part of the audience didn t They fiddled with their fin­gers, or gave a tepid little tea party hand tap or squirm ed miserably

Everyone rose w hen rem inded th a t Michigan is th e greatest state in the union, when lauding our m ilitary and when deploring Hollywood sex

and violence Otherwise, it was definitely an organized Republican snub

A pparently some Republicans have also felt snubbed Sen Toy said M onday th a t m two years she has never been invited to Gov Granholm’s office

Engler used to call us in qu ite a bit, both sides o f the aisle, and I have yet to be called into Gov G ranholm ’s office to ask w hat my position is on an issue,’ Toy said “We have to be inclu­sive, we have to work together I hear h e r talk it, b u t I don’t see h e r w alk it ”

O n Tuesday, th e state got to see th e GOP nei­ther w alk th e walk or ta lk th e talk

In offering a “rebuttal” to th e governor, a decidedly sour-faced Sen Ken Sikkema, the Republican m ajority leader, an d th is year’s Speaker Craig DeRoche could find nothing but doom and gloom and hard tim es (high taxes) for the state’s ‘jo b providers ” It was also obvious th a t they were already looking ahead to next year’s gubernatorial race and a governor who’s even m ore vulnerable if they do nothing (And since th e bond proposal requires a tw o-thirds m ajority to get it on th e ballot, you can forget th a t id e a )

M eanwhile, we still have the nation’s highest unem ploym ent rate, m any m ore have long since given up looking for work, m any who once depended on M edicaid to supplem ent inade­quate or non-existent health insurance are doing w ithout, ou r local governm ents, schools and universities are struggling to find more ways to cut on top o f cuts, which adds to the unem ploym ent problem , high tech industries are going to other states, and th e state’s infra­structure problem s grow worse

Politics is how things get done I t is necessary to debate ideas, pare away at th e details, com ­promise

Maybe Sens Bishop an d Toy have some good ideas

Maybe th e governor has some good ideas But now is the tim e to get dow n to th e busi­

ness o f governm ent and work through those ideas

The devil, o f course, is m th e details, as p re­sented Thursday in G ranholm ’s budget propos­al This is th e tim e to debate those details, dis­cuss th e practical m en ts and dem en ts o f those proposals w ithout autom atically rejecting them because there’s an election tw o years away and it’s ju s t possible for the GOP to w in control of everything

M ichigan can’t w ait th rough tw o more years of inaction an d bickenng because we have a Republican legislature an d a Dem ocratic gover­nor I t’s tim e both parties talked th e ta lk and walked the walk

Hugh Gallagher is the managing editor of the Observer * Newspapers He can be reached by e mail at hgallagher@oe homecomm net by phone at (734) 953 2149 or by fax at (734) 5917279

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Familiar faces, new places spell successFLOWERS AT 50 &

Floyd’s Flowers solidifies its status as a Redford institution this year, by marking its 50th year m the business of blooms

Floyd Bennett, the shop’s namesake and original owner opened its doors June 1 ,1S55, w ith ju s t $38 left in his bank account Since then, the shop has expanded three times

Denise Necker, owner for the past 13 years, has credited their family-friendly atmos­phere and an array o f flower and planting services for the flower shop’s continued suc­cess In 2004, the shop was voted the “Best o f Redford’ in an Observer reader’s poll

In addition to fresh cut flow­ers and arrangem ents tha t m ark life’s milestones, Floyd’s offers personalized planting services each spring W ith Valentines Day fast approach­ing, the Floyds staff is working to fill orders faster than ever - it’s th e holiday th a t requires the quickest turnaround of all

Floyd’s Flowers is at 25096 Five Mile, between Beech Daly and Telegraph in Redford Township Call (313) 535- 4934

FAMILY-STYLEPassers-by can tell by the

sign I t’s no secret tha t Livonia’s Leather Bottle has changed ownership Now

called G. Subu Leather Bottle,th e restaurant is under the guidance of father-and-son team George and Johnny Subu

If th e ir nam es sound fam il­ia r to local residents, it’s no coincidence George Subu served as co-owner of Sandtraps - formerly on Five Mile in Livonia

“We are a family-owned business,’Subu said “A lo t of people m Livonia know us ”

He called Livonia a “great, established community,” and m entioned th e restauran t as easily accessible, particularly w ith its proximity to Farmington Subu said he looks forward to serving his form er customers and drawing m new ones

The m enu ranges from the Leather Bottles famous pizza and pasta, to seafood, steaks and other specials Prices range from $10-$15 for m ost dinner entrees The space offers banquet facilities and will host live m usic on week­ends Hours are 1 1 a m to 10 p m Monday-Thursday, 11 a m to m idnight Friday-Saturday, and noon to m idnight on Sunday

G Subu Leather Bottle is located at 20300 Farm ington Road, ju s t south o f Eight Mile m Livonia Call (248) 474- 2420

BRONZING STARSSister-brother team Leslie

and Mike Osm an are already earning praise as th e new own­ers o f All Exposed Tanning & Nails in Westland

Lon B nst, president o f the W estland Cham ber of Commerce, said she believes th e new owners will be quite successful in this venture

“I’m such a people person,” said Leslie O sm an I love working w ith th e public ’

She said she’s always willing to answer questions or share advice on how to tan safely After all, she said “we ta n to look good ”

The salon offers nine tan ­ning units, and sells single vis­its or packages o f five, seven or 10 for $6-$40 All Exposed also runs prom otions Currently first-tim ers can tan

for $4 And those who pur­chase unlim ited tanning at $49 a m onth earn a second m onth free Nail services such as manicures and pedicures range from $15 to $35 Bridal and student discounts are available, as are gift certifi­cates

Hours have been extended to 10 a m to 9 p m weekdays, 10 a m to 8 p m Saturdays and noon to 6 p m Sundays All Exposed Tanning & Nails is located a t 38409 Joy Road, facing Hix Road, m W estland

Stephanie Angelyn Casola writes about new and changing businesses for the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers E mail tips on your new favorite Wayne County shop to scaso la@oe homecomm net or call (734)953 2054 i

post offering scholarship

Rosedale Park Am erican Legion Post No 390 will againoffer a $5 ,000 scholarship to a deserving g r a d u a t in ^ ^

To qualify for th e $5,000 scholarship, a student fllfet have a parent, grandparen t or family m em ber who is cur* rently serving o r is an honorably discharged veteran o f the U S m ilitary an d have a grade point average o f 3 2 Of high­er ^ ^

High schools identified to participate m th e program include Catholic Central, Clarenceville, Churchill, Franklin, Stevenson, N orth Farm ington, H am son, Farm ington High, Mercy, Ladywood, Northville High, Plymouth-Canton, Plymouth Salem, Plymouth Christian Academy, Redford Union and T hurston

Applications are available a t th e counselors’ offices Completed applications m ust be returned to American Legion Post N o 390 by M arch 15

The post, which was founded m Detroit in 1946 in the N orth Rosedale Park area, currently meets a t 8 p m every th ird Thursday at the M onaghan Knights o f Columbus Hall on Farm ington Road in Livonia M embers have served in World W ar II, th e Korean W ar and Vietnam

In addition to the post s Perpetual Education Fund, Post No 390 has aw arded six $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors Over th e years, m ore th a n $50,000 has been awarded to students for college support

Parents, students work together to add gym at New MorningBY TONY BRUSCATO

STAFF WRITER

W hen New M orning School added 10,000 square feet of

space in 2002, it included ju st a shell for the gym, which still needed dry wall, a floor and other amenities

I t took awhile, b u t with

Eljiine Yagiela, director of New Morning School m Plymouth Township welcomes guests at the dedication o f the school’s new gym The $1 million facility was paid for through fund-raisers

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under criticism that I should devote a column to new drugs However the explosion in ingenious ways to use technology has changed medicine too dramatically to ignore

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id potential new drugs at the level of the individual cell Technology is sol^ isjica tec j that it is possible to see hqw a molecule of a drug attaches to the cell $/ali surface, and men follow the senes of reactions that drug Initiates within the cell

£and the cell nucleus** From such research has come arthritis drugs such as Enbrel Remicaid Humeria §nd Kmeret all of whom block proteins from attaching to joint cells Blocking theseproteins aborts a cascade of cell reactions that otherwise would lead to inflammation ■* Hie advantage of these drugs is their specificity They are unlikely to cause sideeffects such as gastritis hepatitis and possibly heart attacks and strokes associated Nvith other arthritis drugs These new medications are targeted for particular sites and avoid the non-specific effects that cause nskin other drugs

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plenty o f fund-raising effort by parents and students, the gym­nasium has finally been com­pleted

“It s got a rubberized floor, which has good resiliency and cushion for the children,” said Elaine Yagiela, founder and director o f the school on Haggerty Road ju s t north of Schoolcraft “I t now has two portable basketball nets, and it has sparked development o f a gym program for all th e kids

Yagiela said th e last couple o f years students had to go to Lifetime Fitness for gym pro­grams Before tha t, it was the Livonia YMCA

But, a $1 million fund-rais­ing campaign allowed for plans which included th e gym, reno­vation o f th e middle school and an elem entary classroom addition

New M orning School, oper­

ated as a co-op by parents, is m its 32nd year It started at Five Mile and Haggerty in a church, then moved to Canton Township and Dearborn Heights before purchasing its current tract in 1981 and locat­ing m odular units on the site There were additions m both 1986 and 1997, before the final phase was constructed three years ago

Currently there are 100 fam ­ilies who participate in the school, with 100 students attending kindergarten through eighth grades

“It s really quite an accom­plishm ent for our paren t co-op based school to own a facility and operate as long as we have said Yagiela ‘We get such a trem endous am ount of energy from our parents ’

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State senators propose life science investment package

B Y H U G H G A L L A G H E RSTAFF WRITER

State Sen L aura Toy, R- Livonia, is supporting a pack­age o f bills she says will help M ichigan com pete in a fast

changing economic environm ent

“B udget deficits and unem ploy­m ent p rob ­lems we’ve had are all sym ptom s o f a bigger problem ,”Toy said “The rest o f the country has changed andM ichigan hasn’t kep t up with

“those needs ” Toy and

state Sen Mike Bishop, R-Rochester,

Bishop

discussed th e ir ideas for sup ­porting investm ent in new technology Monday, before Gov Jenn ife r G ranholm p re ­sented h e r proposal m Tuesday’s S tate o f the State address to seek voter support for a $2 b illion bond program to invest in new technologies

Bishop is sponsoring a bill to provide equity loss tax credits for “angel investors ” The bill w ould encourage investm ent in innovative businesses by guaranteeing up to $ 5 0 ,000 m tax credits against losses T he to ta l p ro ­gram is capped a t $10 m illion, w ith th e first claim s no t accepted un til 2008

‘M ichigan is way behind m seed funds for venture capi­tal,’ Bishop said “We also faced th e reality th a t th e m an­ufacturing base was decim at­ed in th is s ta te M ichigan needs te-step up and <Jo som e­th ing different We w an t to be m ore th a n a flyover state betw een Silicon Valley and

Bouchard finds support for Senate bidSilicon Alley”

Bishop said th e angel investors fund is designed to te ll investors th a t th e sta te in w illing to invest m innovative com panies

“We w an t to create a fund th a t w ill n o t only keep com ­panies here b u t invite m ore in,” he saidLJWe’ll never be able to keep up w ith C alifornia an d M assachusetts b u t a t th e sam e tim e a jo u r­ney o f 1000 m iles begins w ith one step ”

Toy is offering several su p ­po rting ideas th a t aren’t yet to th e form al b ill stage She p ro ­poses crea ting a life science p ro d u c t developm ent p ipeline, w orking with M ichigan com panies

U nder th e proposal, a Life Sciences Seed F u n d would be created for com m ercializing drugs, d iagnostics and m ed­ical devices, capitalized w ith up to $50 m illion m revenue bonds

INVESTINGThe fund w ould invest 10

percen t in a life science p ro j­ect, th e com pany bringing th e new pro d u c t w ould p u t up 10 p ercen t an d o th e r private sec­to r investors w ould provide th e o th er 80 p ercen t Initially, bond paym ents w ould be sub­sidized from th e existing life science corridor appropria­tion, abou t $4 m illion a year

Investm ents m firms doing em bryonic stem cell research would be proh ib ited

“We need th e vision and expediency because we are behind,” said Toy

She said th e old days o f h igh paying assem bly line jo b s a re a th in g o f th e past a n d new industries will require a h igher level o f edu­cation

A final po rtio n o f Toy’s package includes an income tax cred it fo r individuals and sm all a n d m id-size com panies w ho invest in jo b tra in ing

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Michael Bouchard tested the waters before deciding to take on Sen Debbie Stabenow m the mid-term elections, which are stall two years off, and found them to be agreeable

The response from family members and others he asked was “very positive,” he said

Bouchard, 48, currently serves as Oakland County sheriff and has been an elected official since his first term on flie Beverly Hills village council in 1986 He served m the state House and state Senate until 1999 when he was appointed Oakland County sheriff He was elected to the post m 2000 and has been re-elected twice smce then.

Now, he’s looking at the U S Senate and filed to run against Stabenow last week.

He said if people were going to talk about the m ost pressing issues of the day they’d be talk­ing about his strengths The pressing issue o f th e day, he said, is security

“It’s about job security, job creation” Bouchard said. “I was a small business owner and I know where government can help B ygettm goutofthew ay”

He said he’s done consider-

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Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard is making a bid for the U S Senate

able work to prom ote family security by pushing for th e cre­ation of a sex offender registry and the launching o f an Internet crime um t W hen seen in total, combining his career as a law enforcement officer as well as his experience as a m em ber of the state Senate, h e said people will see the choice is simple

“W hen you look a t my experi­ence and the changes I’ve made, people will conclude th a t I get results,” Bouchard said

I f elected, he said he’d try to end some o f th e “blind partisan­ship” he said is plaguing Washington, D C , today He said Michigan’s incumbent Sens Carl Levin and Stabenow are a part of th a t problem, preventing votes on several judgeships He said the nominees should be voted on, either way, just as long as they get a vote

“The delay is holding up the system and justice delayed is justice denied” he said “People

are tired o f th a t”Bouchard also said he’d make

th e budget a priority if he’s sent to Washington He said he’d examine government activities closely I f it’s necessary, he says he’d work to make it as efficient as possible I f it isn’t, he said it should be stopped

Bill Ballenger, publisher o f the Lansing-based Inside Michigan Politics, said Bouchard is a viable candidate, bu t there is m ore than one race on the hori­zon before anyone trades body blows with Stabenow

“First we need to see how he feres m the Republican primary and who he’s going to face m th a t race,” he said. ‘'Then will the national Republican party see Stabenow as vulnerable? Will they send money’ Will (President) George W Bush campaign for h im ’ ”

He said comparing their resumes isn’t going to tell you who voters are going to smile on m 2006 T hat Bouchard was bo th a legislator and sheriff or th a t Stabenow has been a long­tim e legislator isn’t going to m atter all th a t much in the vot­ing booth

“People don’t make decisions th a t way,” Ballenger said “They look at nam e identification and personality”

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Canton senior guard David Calille drove to the basket against Salem's Jon Pomorski during the third quarter of Friday night's game Calille finished with a game-high 12 points to lead the Chiefs to a 48-27 victory

S t r o n g d e f e n s e k e y s

C a n t o n ' s 5 t h s t r a i g h t

w i n , 4 8 - 2 7 , o v e r S a l e m

BY ED WRIGHTSTAFF WRITER

C antons basketball team proved during Friday night’s annual showdown against Salem th a t it can play a pretty solid game o f “paint-ball ’

The taller, more physical Chiefs dom inated m the pain t in front o f the basket and rolled to a 48-27 vic­tory in the Salem gymnasium

Canton, which improved to 11-6 overall and 7-4 in th e W estern Lakes Activities Association, will carry a five-game winning streak into next week’s W estern Lakes Activities Association conference playoffs (see related story on page B3) The struggling Rocks dropped their ninth-straight game and slipped to 1- 16 overall and 110 in the league

Offensively, Canton converted a num ber o f second- shot opportunities w hen front-court players Kevin Thornton and Andre Bridges grabbed offensive rebounds and deposited them into th e bask e t O n the defensive end, the 6-foot-8, long-arm ed Thornton m ade life difficult for any Salem player w ho ventured in to th e paint w ith the basketball He blocked four shots and altered many others

A t tim es Friday night, it appeared as if both team s h ad given up scoring for Lent Combined, th e Chiefs and Rocks hit ju s t 31 percent o f their shots from the field, b u t th a t low num ber was due to tough, gritty defense more than anything else

“I thought the key to th e game was th a t we played solid defensively for four quarters tonight,” said C anton coach Charlie Paye “Offensively, we were a little sporadic, bu t we shot well enough to win ’

Paye said his team knew it would be m trouble if it took th e one-win Rocks too lightly

“The kids knew th a t they had to get up for this one because we knew Salem was going to be ready to play,’ he said “Plus, all we had to do was rem ind them about Tuesday night’s game against Stevenson They had been struggling, but we only led them by one point a t the half

‘I thought Andy Cortellim came up big for us ton igh t He made some big shots A ndre Bridges came off the bench and played well inside

Salem coach Bob Brodie said his team wasn t able to accomplish its No 1 goal heading into th e game — lim iting the bigger Chiefs to ju s t one shot per trip down th e court

PLEASE SEE STREAK, B3

HV Alliance earn indoor soccer title

The Canton-based HV Alliance cap­tured the National Indoor Soccer Men’s Championship last weekend at the High Velocity Sports facility in Canton The tournam ent attracted several of th e top indoor soccer team s from across the country m the following divisions U-10 and U-15 boys, Open Women, and Open Men

The Alliance squad included Bryan Finnerty, the owner o f HVS and a for­mer professional indoor soccer goalie for the Detroit Rockers, Andrew Crawford, the general manager o f HVS and a 10-year pro, Rodrigo Gonzalez, HVS facility m anager and a former Rocker, Johney Demergis, the HVS assistant soccer director, and several other former Rockers, including Jam an Tripoli and Jason W illan The Alliance finished unbeaten, b u t it faced many tough games, including the final against Baltimore, M D-based MD Sports Unlimited HVS overcame a three-goal deficit to w in 7-6 in over­time

‘I t was so much fun to play with those guys again,’ said Finnerty “We are all a little b it older and slower than our pro playing days, so to see the expe­rience of quality veteran players win games over speed and youth was unbe­lievable We all feel like kids again ”

Over 150 fans showed up throughout the tournam ent to support the Alliance, whose roster includes several trainers for the Canton Soccer Club

O ther division winners were■ U-lO boys Division I — Michigan

Future Stars (Centerline, MI), |■ U-10 boys Division II — The

Gators (Watauga, TX),■ U-15 boys — Joey’s

Unknowns/Kingdom (Holland, MI), and

■ Womens Open — Michigan Celtic F C (Sterling Heights, MI)

Fast-starting Rocks toppled by Pats

N ate Turco has learned plenty of moves on the wrestling m ats tagging along with his older brother Nick

But it was the sophomore Nate who took th e lead this tim e w ith a pm as he jum ped-started unbeaten Livonia Franklin to a come-from-behmd 40-22 victory Thursday night over Salem

The Patriots rallied from a 16-0 deficit

8 PREP WRESTLINGto run their overall season record to 18-0 m a m atch o f divisional cham pions in th e W estern Lakes Activities Association

‘I was a little worried w hen we got down because Salem is always a hard program to wrestle,” Nick Turco said

After Lakes Division co-champion Salem took th e first four m atches, 140- pounder N ate Turco’s pin o f Ryan Olson in 4 29 ignited th e Patriots

Dave W atkins followed with a dram at­ic win for Franklin a t 145 w ith a take­down o f Jake B ennett m th e final two seconds, good enough for a-4-2 decision

and catapult the W estern Division champions

Senior heavyweight Nick Turco’s pm o f Steve Kaptur m 2 16 stretched Franklin’s advantage to 31-22 and 103- pounder Jesse Gardocki’s 19-3 technical fall o f Salem s Jeremy Stankewitz sealed th e team dual win

The Turco brothers have been m Franklin’s wrestling program for two years after moving here from West Bloomfield when N ate was a freshm an and Nick was a jun io r

Franklin coach Dave Chiola figured his team would face an early d e fia t after th e blind draw started m Salem’s favor

PLEASE SEE WRESTLING, B2

Rowley shines on the blue line

BY ED WRIGHTSTAFF WRITER

In one comer, there were tap-dance shoes In the other, hockey skates In the middle was Amanda Rowley, a talented 12-

year-old who bad to choose which of the two extremely contrasting activities — danang or hockey — she was going to dedicate a large por­tion of the next six years of her life to

Following a short debate,Rowley chose the blue line over the chorus lme, and shehasn’t had any regrets since ___________________

‘ I used to go with nty p a r­ents to my brothers’ mim-mite hockey practices,” said Rowley, recalling* how her hockey career was born six years agof ‘My mom said, As long as you re here, you might as Vvell try it, too I did, and I liked it right away There wasn’t plough time to do both (dancing and hockey), so I had to choose one or the other

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A senior defenseman, Salem student Amanda Rowley has been an instrumental part of the 2004-05 Plymouth-Canton-Salem girls hockey team's successful season

H o o p e v e n ts =C an ton Leisure

Services will be h o stin g ? pair o f basketball-related events on S a tu rd a y, F e b r 19, at th e S u m m it on t b £ Park in C an ton ✓

A t 9 3 0 a m , a free hoop-shoot com petition will be held W inners In each o f th e age divisions will advance to r e g i o n a l com petition In the statewide to u rn a m e n t "

Following th e h oop r shoot, a th re e -o n -th re e basketball to u rn a m e n t will be held fo r th ird - ™ through e ig h th -g ra d e rS ^ Th e cost per te am is $ 4 2

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ing workouts for the Salem boys tenn is teH § are being held on M ondays from 2 3 0 ^ p m to 3 30 p m in tfie upper-com m ons area-of Salem H igh School S2S The season begins M arch 14 3

All interested p la y ^ | should attend condi- ^turning and stop by the) athletic office to pick ^ up medical, eligibility and physical form s, which m ust be tu rned in by M arch 14

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volleyball te am was crowned th e silver divi « sion cham pion at th e N orth vllle H igh S c h o o l ^ Freshm en To u rn a m e n t « held S a tu rd a y, Feb 5 The ninth-grade C hiefs v defeated P ly m o u th in t i e 1 sem i-finals and W e s tla u f Jo h n Glenn in th e f m g ^ round m atch «

C a nto n b o o s te r s .,There will be a C a n te iti

Football B o o ste r C lu b 1^5 m eeting a t 7 p m on Tuesday, M arch 1, a t the * B o x B a r in dow ntow n Plym o u th

Parents o f cu rren t C anton fo o tball players and parents o f current eighth-graders w ho will be freshm en a t C an ton p th e fall are encouraged to attend Fo r m ore infor­m ation, co n ta ct K a th y Powers a tKMPowers6d>aoi com

C la rific a tio nA n article in Thursday's

Observer stated th a t Canton gym n asts Alyssa; Kelley and Kara A h e r n - finished 1 7 th and 19 th , respectively, in the Division 1 all-around com­petition a t th e Cantona- invitational, which was held Feb 5

The g ym n asts' final places w ere misleading because th e y only com* peted in th re e o f th e four events

V o lle yb a ll t r y o f t ,The M adonna

U nive rsity w om en's v o K leyball program will hold an open try o u t from 1< T » a m until noon, S u n d a y ^ Feb 2 0 , at th e s c h o o l ^gym

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c M o n wrestlers fake down Rocketsori BY ED WRIGHTj 3 STAFF WRITERAn Before Canton took charge of

Thursday night’s Western Lakes Activities A ssoaation cross­over m atch against Westland John Glenn, the Chiefs had to wrestle w ith some early adversi­tyh The Rockets seized the early

m om entum by winning the first two matches of the night, bu t the host Chiefs re-grouped and chalked up a 38-18 Victory

"“After we lost the fitst two re tc h e s , I rallied the troops a little b it and got them re-ener- gized,” said Canton coach Casey Randolph, whose team “ improved to 21-9 overall and 5- lffttheW L A A “Likeinfoot-

m om entum is so impor­ta n t in w restling and John Qlenn had it early when it won th e two close matches right away But we got five huge wins m a row after the two dose loss­es, get the m om entum back, 0"They beat us up pretty bad

last year, so this was a nice win for us I’m very proud of the k id s”n The setback dropped John

(•jrtgnn to 19-5 overall The f^Qpkets are coached by Bill Polk, who was a collegiate wrestling team m ate of Randolph’s a t Eastern Michigan University4v

Pat McWhirter (171), Keil Price (189), P J Caram (215), Donnie Laramie (heavyweight) and Ryan Schnettler (103) turned in the m om entum -turn­ing efforts for Canton

The first three won by techni­cal falls, Laramie pm ned his opponent and Ryan Schnettler won by decision to tu rn a 6-0 defia t into a 24-6 advantage for the Chiefs

Jeremiah Austin stopped the bleeding for John Glenn when he won at 112, bu t Cantons Jay Fleischmann recorded a techni­cal fall victory at 119 to replen­ish the hosts’ lead

One of the most exciting matches of the night was at 140, where the Rockets’ Rece Cox outlasted Cantons Konrad Konsitzke, 4-1

Canton 38 Westland John Glenn 18 Thursday at Canton

152 pounds Dave Wood (JG) decisioned Marwan Faraj 4 3 160 Jon McCahill (JG) decl sioned Aiex Amberg 6 4 171 Pat McWhirter (C) won by technical fall over Andy Hem 161 189 Keil Free (0 won by technical fall over Ozell Hamon 22 7 215 PJ Caram (0 won by techm cai fall over Shamir Garcia 17 2 HVY Donnie Laramie (0 pinned Kevin Hanka in 3 52 103 Ryan Schnettler (C) dec sioned Brandon Nikula 7 3 112 Jeremiah Austin (JG) decisioned Sam SantifJi 9 4 119 Jay Fleischmann (C) won by technical fail over Logan Shepard 17 2 125 Rowdy Glasgow (JG) decis oned Pete Bonneau 6 4 130 Corey Phillips (C) decisioned Jim Wood 9 4 135 Ryan Webb (C) pinned Orlando Carswell in 2 31 140 Rece Cox (JG) decisioned Konrad Konsitzke 41145 Sa f Naber (JG) deci s oned Alex Freitag 4 2 (OT)

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Canton at Walled Lake Western 7pm Salem at Livonia Churchill 7pm

Canton Agape at Macomb Christian 7pm Oakland Christian at PCA 7 p m

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Canton Agape at Calvary Christian 7pm BOYS SWIMMING

Wednesday Feb 16 Livonia Franklin at Plymouth

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* WL Western at Canton 7 pm Salem at WL Central 7 pm

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Canton at Hartland 6 pm « Tuesday Feb 15

WL Northern at Salem at Plymouth Cultural Center 8pm

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GYMNASTICS Wednesday Feb 16

Salem at Plymouth 7 pm Saturday Feb 19

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Plymouth at WL Central 7pm Canton Agape at Flat Rock 7pm

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PCA at Allen Park Inter City 7pm Thursday Feb 17

Canton Agape at Light & Life 7pm Saturday Feb 19

WLAA Conference Meet at Livon a Churchill 8am

PCA at U M Dearborn Tourney TBA MEN S COLLEGE BASKETBALL

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Concordia at Madonna 5 30 p m Saturday Feb 19

Schoolcraft at Wayne County 1 p m Madonna at Indiana Tech 1pm

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win over Rocks'Cats earn up-and-downBY ED WRIGHTSTAFF WRITER

W hen it comes to b rea th ­taking roller-coaster rides, Cedar Point had nothing on Wednesday night’s cross cam ­pus volleyball m atch between Plymouth and Salem

The first varsity-level m eet­ing between the two P-CEP schools had m ore peaks and valleys than M illennium Force and M agnum pu t together W hen it was over, Plymouth had won a five-set thriller 25- 22, 22-25, 25-17,11-25 and 15-9 to improve its record to 25-10 1 Salem slipped to

Both Canton and Salemhave outstanding team s, so I’m proud of th e girls for w inning both m atches against th e othei Park teams,” said Plymouth coach Kelly M cCausland We didn’t play our best m atch of the year on W ednesday We had a lot o f service-returtt errors early on, b u t we w ere able to regroup O ur tendency this year has been th a t when we get down, we stay down for a while, so com ing back to win the fifth game was nice

Amazingly, no t one senior participated in th e m atch

Plym outh doesn’t have a senior class yet and Salem’s lone sen­ior on the roster, Kelly Lepper, was sidelined by an injury

W e had five sophomores on th e court for m ost of the night, so th e girls really w anted to go ou t there and prove they could do it,” said Salem coach Jennifer Peterson W e were a little too excited early on and I th in k it took us a while to get settled down The girls fought h a rd all night

I was proud that, after we lost the first game, the girls regrouped and won the second gam e B ut th en w hen we lost th e th ird game, again, I \thought, Uh, oh ’ But we came back m game four and made it in teresting Overall, it was a good m atch for us because I th ink th e girls have a better understanding o f how much em otion plays a p a r t in big m atches ”

Jeanm e Moise led the win­ners with 22 kills and 12 blocks Kim Klonowski (nine kills), Sarah Haskms (39 assists), Lindsay Vogelsberg (14 digs), and Brandi Swyhart (17 digs) also played well for th e W ildcats

Teresa Coppiellie (10 digs and 10 kills), Lauren Kurtz (10

kills) arA Laureii Price (15 kills) all played well for the Rocks

C h ie fs b u m p S p a r t a n sThe big h itters took a back­

seat to steady defenders and dependable setters W ednesday night for Canton, which edged Livonia Stevenson, 26-24, 25- 17,18-25 and 25-20, in a WLAA m atch held in th e Phase III gymnasium

The Chiefs received stellar efforts from defensive speaal- lst Christie Daniels (25 digs) and setter Stephanie Price (28 assists, 20 digs and 15 service points)

‘Christie was unbelievable tonight, said C anton coach Alex Perrin “W henever Stevenson h it the ball any­w here near the middle o f the court, she was there Considering she only played about ha lf d ie m atch, 25 digs is amazing

‘Stephanie probably played her b est m atch of the season You can tell she had a good night by looking a t our kill list, which was very balanced She was distributing th e ball well tonight We don’t have a domi n an t player like a lo t o f team s, b u t we have a lot o f very’ good

PlymouthBY ED WRIGHTSTAFF WRITER

For a while Friday night, it looked as if the opening game of the Titan Invitational Hockey Tournament m Southgate between Plymouth and Warren- Sterling United would never end

But the W ildcats’ Mike Barile made sure it did end — happily for Plymouth

Banle slapped in a rebound shot with 38 seconds left in the third overtime to lead Plymouth to a grueling 3-2 victory over W arren-Sterling The victory improved the Wildcats’ record to 10 9 and advanced them into Saturday night s tournam ent final against host Southgate which defeated University Liggett Saturday nights results will appear in Thursdays Observer

icers winThat win was ngh t up there

with any other one we’ve had this year, said Plymouth coach Mike Kaput W e got some out­standing leadership from Ryan Stamm in the overtimes, and our goalie, Christian Blick, played well, too ’

The game was tied 1-1 after one period on goals from W-S s M itch Sherry and Stamm, who was assisted by Billy Gauthier and Michael Manner Plymouth led 2-1 heading into the second intermission on John Knoerls goal, which was assisted by Jason O Guinn and Banle W-S knotted the game at 2-2 on Nick Phillips goal with 3 11 left in the third penod

They had a goal waved off in the first overtime because they had a player m the crease and we had one waved off m the sec­ond penod because the referee said he didn t see it go in the

thriller innet, ’ said Kaput We finally won it m the th ird when Ryan Stamm hit Michael M anner with a pass His shot was deflected to Banle, who scored on the rebound”

Canton 5 Livonia Franklin 1 Bryan Wioncek tall ed two goals and assisted on two others to lead Canton to a 51 victory over Livonia Franklin Fr day night at the Arctic Edge ice Arena in Canton Canton wh ch improved to 11 6 1 overall and 4 3 in the WLAA s Western Divis on outshot the Patriots 3317

My boys skated hard and hit hard but we broke down in our game plan and systems completely said Franklin coach Terry Jobb tt whose team fel to 10 8 2 overall and 2 4 in the Western D vision I though (Canton goal e Tony) Hylko played a good game and Canton s a good team They outplayed us but I feel we could beat them if we had stuck to our game plan and played disc p ined hockey

Canton led 1 0 after one per od on a Reese McCabe goa wh ch was ass sted by Paul Stevens and W oncek The Ch efs padded their lead to 4 0 after two periods on goals from Garett Hyman W oncek and Brad Barath Hyman was assisted by Ben Laurm and McCabe W oncek was a bed by Stevers and Mike Kondratek while Barath s goal was unas

players, and Stephanie took advantage of th a t

Price’s serving was instru­m ental in th e Chiefs fourth- gam e victory C anton trailed 9- 6 before th e senior setter put together a 10-point serving run to give h e r team a lead it would never relinquish

Stevenson has a veiy good team , b u t it felt like we were in control for m ost o f th e match,” Perrin said “We m atch-up well against them It wasn’t a blow out by any m eans, b u t I though t we were th e better team to n ig h t’

Perrin also com m ended the play o f A ndrea Johnson (seven kills), Molly Conlon (nine kills and 20 digs) and Laura M cKendry (10 kills an d 16 digs)

“Kelsey Bailey also gave us a huge spark m th e fourth game,” Perrin said The first play she was m for she m ade a diving dig on a h it th a t looked like was going to be a kill for them We ended up getting the point and it led to Stephanie’s 10- po in t service run ”

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triple-OTsisted Franklin cut its deficit to 4 1 on a Matt Vtcm goal which was assisted by Dan Kozlowski and Alex Chisholm but Wioncek countered with h s second goal of the game a short t me later to ice the win for the hosts

l thought we played a very disciplined game sa d Canton coach Mike Behen It had been 10 days since we had played our last game so considering that p us the fact we have some guys out due to il ness I thought we played well

Hylko knocked away 16 shots to earn the win Franklin start ng goaltender Joey Garbutt faced 18 shots before g v ng way to Austin Mesler with 419 left in the second period Mesler faced 15 shots

Franklin 3 Salem 1 Livonia Franklin (10 7 2) built a three goal lead through the first 38 minutes and 34 seconds Wednesday en route to a WLAA crossover victory over the Rocks (7 111) in a game played at Edgar Arena

The Patr ots led 1 0 after one period on Dan Kozlowsk s goal from Garrett Radford at 12 38

At 1122 of the second period D J Tracy scored from Steve South and Alex Chisholm to make it 2 0

Radford then scored at 112 of the third pen od on an assistTrom Sean Nisun before Salem s Ryan Sharro spoiled goaltender Austin Mes er s shutout bid w th 6 26 *o play on assists from Adam Gill km and drooks delhart

WRESTLINGFROM PAGE B1

with the 119-pound weight class

And th e Rocks responded as Scott Fysh (135) w on on a tech­nical fall Meanwhile, M att Keffler (119) and unbeaten Ryan Stum p (130) bo th earned m ajor decisions The Rocks also got a boost from junior Cory Mervyn (125), normally a JV wrestler who moved into the varsity lineup and scored an impressive 11-5 decision

over Josh Billiau Also scoring wins for the

Patriots were 171-pounder M ark K adnch (by void), 215- pounder Greg Schuyler (major decision) and Brandon Smith (m ajor decision)

Salem’s o ther two wins came from Val Gui (152) and Jeremy H enderson (189)

‘I t’s probably th e best we could have started out, said Salem coach Greg Woochuk of th e 16-point lead ‘We knew they (Franklin) were Observerland cham ps and there were n o t too many places

we could have moved around “Mervyn had a big win He

came in and did an excellent job But we had a couple of guys getting p inned w here we needed to give up only three points instead o f six

Salem enters W ednesdays Division I team dual d istrict a t Canton with a 15 6 record

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119 pounds Matt Keffler (S) won by major decision over Jon Roos 12 4 125 Cory Mervyn (S) dec Josh Billiau 11 5 130 Ryan

Stump (S) won by major dec over Mike Warren 18 6 135 Scott Fysh (S) won by tech meal fall over James Jones 5 39 140 Nate Turco (LF£ pinned Ryan Olson 429 145 Dave Watkns (LF)dec Jake Bennett 4 2 152* Val Gui (S) dec Dennis Tuilio 11 6 160 Blake Karkoska (LF) p Kevin Mlynek 3 08 171 Mark Kadnch (LF) won by void 189 Jeremy Henderson (S) dec Chris VanCamp 13 8 215 Greg Schuyler (LF) won by major dec over Alex Smith 11 3 275 Nick Turco (LF) p Steve Kaptur 216 103 Jesse Gardocki (LF) won by tech fall over Jeremy Stankewitz 19 3 112 Brandon Smith (LF) won by major dec over Nick Steiger 15 7

Dual meet records Franklin 18 0 overall Salem 16 6 overall

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STREAKFROM PAGE B1

‘ The key to the game — especially in the sec­ond half — was their offensive rebounding,’ Brodie said ‘They killed us on the glass We stressed before the game that we needed to box out, and we didn’t do it well enough

“Offensively, we tried to slow the game down and give them fewer opportunities to score I thought we did OK early on, but then we shot ourselves in the foot too much in the second half”

The way the game started, it looked as if both\ teams may break the 80-point barrier Canton drained its first three shots — a triple and a baseline jumper from Cortellim, and a three from David Calille — and Salem’s Billy Leddy swished a long trey on the Rocks first posses­sion

However, defense soon took over and — as it turned out — the 80-point barrier wasn’t bro­ken by both teams combined

Canton led 17-8 after one quarter and 29-12 at the half The Chiefs extended their lead to 41-20 with eight minutes left and sustained the 20-pomt cushion for most of the fourth quar­ter

Calille paced a balanced Canton scoring ledger with 12 points Cortellim contributed 11, Bridges had 10 and Thornton finished with nine Leddy led the Rocks with 11 and Dave Cardenas chipped m with six

Thornton was the game’s top rebounder, hauling m 11 Steve Paye grabbed seven boards and Bridges snared five Leddy and Rory Kind both had five rebounds for Salem

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Salem s Kevin Bradley elevates for a shot against Canton's Andy Cortellim Friday night

Canton, Plymouth cruise into playoffsB Y ED W RIGHTSTAFF WRITER

A pair of local teams will be carrying hot hands into ' next week’s Western Lakes Activities Association confer ence playoffs

Fourth-seeded Canton (11-6) will take a five-game winning streak into its Tuesday night showdown at Walled Lake Western, the conference s fourth-seeded team Plymouth (10-7), the seventh-seeded squad, will host No 2 seed Westland John Glenn Tuesday The Wildcats have won two straight and three of their last four contests Both games will tip off at 7 p m

Western Division teams will host all first-round games, unless two Lakes Division teams meet If that happens, the highest seeded team hosts the game The Lakes Division teams will host the second-round games

The winner of the Canton-Walled Lake Western game

The championship game will be played Wednesday, Feb. 23, at Walled Lake Central.

will face off against the winner of Tuesday night’s Northville-Wayne battle If Plymouth upends John Glenn, it will play the winner of the Walled Lake Central-Livoma Franklin match-up

The championship game will be played Wednesday, Feb 23, at Walled Lake Central

Western edged Canton, 57-52, when the two teams squared off on Jan 7 Plymouth defeated the Rockets, 43-42, on Jan 11

Wildcats surprise VikingsB Y ED WRIGHTSTAFF WRITER

Plymouth’s gymnasium is quickly turning into a dangerous destination for high-ranking, visiting Western Lakes Activities Association basketball teams

The Wildcats knocked off Walled Lake Central, 48-47, at home on Friday night m a down-to-the-wire thriller The Vikings (12-5 overall and 8-3 in the WLAA) finished second m the regular- season conference standings Earlier this season, Plymouth ousted Westland John Glenn, the WLAA’s third-best team, at home

‘I have been told this season by other coaches that Walled Lake Central is the best team in the league, and I told the kids that tonight before the game,’ said Plymouth coach Tbm Van Wagoner, whose team improved to 10-7 overall and 6-5 m the WLAA ‘They knew they had to bring their ‘A game if they were going to win tonight, and they did

“It was a total team effort The kids are finally buying into the team con­cept, and it s paying off for them ’

The visiting Vikings led 16-14 after one quarter and 30-23 at the half

“We scored right before halftime, so we were feeling good heading into the second half, Van Wagoner said ‘In the third quarter, we went out and got after it and outscored them 18-10 We had five different kids score in the third quarter, which was nice to see ”

Plymouth led 41-40 after three quar­ters LedbyDJ Coleman, the Wildcats then went on a 7-0 run to secure a 48- 40 lead However, Central scored the final seven points and had two opportu­nities in the final minute to grab the lead, but the Vikings’ efforts were thwarted by the Wildcats

Coleman led all scorers with 15 ^points Josh Le Due netted 13 points, 10

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tallied eight points, and Jim Wilbur ’ Ji­had seven Brad Burkhardt paced the Vikings with 11 points

Canton Agape 63 Taylor Baptist Park 5 ? With Friday nights homecoming victory the Wolverines became the f rst team n school history to win a Michigan Independent Athletic Conference division tit le Agape improved its record to 115 overall and 8 0 m the MIAC s Red Division Baptist Park slipped to 117 and 6 3 ,

Baptist Park only had seven players so we pressed them the entire game and tried to wear them down saitf1 Agape Christian coach Keith Anleitner We sco re ffW bjnehes o ff the press It seemed like we jus t had Is&«k» much team speed fo r them „

Agape led 15 7 after the first quarter and 33 20 at the+ half The Wolverines padded their lead to 49 32 with eight minutes le ft to play The Wolverines 11 point win could have been much more one sided had they shot better than 50 percent (18 f 36) from the free throw line

Bryan Horning led the winners with 18 points seven steals and four assists Also playing well fo r Agape werjL Jack Anleitner (13 points five steals and three assists) Derek Leathers (12 points and nine rebounds) and tope, MoinarfiO points) Halston Hodges led Baptist Park wtthJS. points and Jonathan Slevm twined 13

Birmingham Roeper 36 Plymouth Christian 29 ThS Roughriders led 1812 at the half before holding off a latex PCA rally to improve to 114 overall and 5 3 in the HIAS* Blue Division PCA fell to 7 9 and 1 7 Stephen Sumner^ paced the Eagles with 14 points despite sitting out mostr of the first half due to foul trouble Aaron CiborowskiMc^ a huge game as w ell fo r PCA n e ttin g 12 p o in ts '!? rebounds and six steals Perry Keydel led the winners fflth7 nine points PCA held the Roughriders leading scorer Efikr Zinser to just six points He lit up the Eagles for 3 U ti& first time the two teams met earlier this season __ t x l

The Eagles host Oakland Christian on Tuesday n ig h t „ Belleville 64 Ypsilanti 51 The Tigers were led by the"

inside outside duo of Isaac Kmdeil (15 points) and leon Freeman (10 points and 25 rebounds) to up the ir re c o rd ^1 151 overall and 71 in the Mega Red Division The hostv Sraves d r o p p e d t o 4 3 i n t h e le a g u e u u i

Ypsilanti led 11 8 a fte r one qua rte r but Belienlle rebounded to take a 24 23 lead a t the m te rm iss io iK B e llev ille led ju s t 39 37 a fte r th re e qua rte rs B u t outscored Ypsi 2514 over the final eight minutes to seal the win The Tigers shot 80 percent from the free tffi'div4 line (24 of 30) for the game and they connected on 14 o f " 18 fourth quarter free throws Isaac Kmdeil opened the fourth quarter with a three and then we got a three from, leon Freeman and a couple of free throws so that gave us some breathing room said Belleville coach Mike Kroege! Leon had a great night rebounding He probably* had four or five offensive rebounds and 20 on the defen9

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ROWLEYFROM PAGE B1

The biggest reason I picked hockey over dancing was that when I danced, I would practice and practice, but that’s pretty much all you did There was one recital a year and that’s the only time you could really put your practice to use With hockey, there s a lot of practicing, but then you get to play a couple of games every weekGREAT CHOICE

Judging by her on-ice accom plishments the past six years Rowley’s decision has turned out to t e a good one She was a strong skater on several AA and AAA youth travel teams before joining the Plymouth-Canton- Salem Penguins two years ago She quickly established herself as a slick-skating, dependable defenseman who sacrifices the glory that accompanies sconng goals for solid play m front of the Penguins net

PCS coach Lon Callahan said the combination of Rowley’s leadership skills and hockey skills make her an ideal captain

‘Amanda is very conscientious and she takes her responsibility of being a captain very senous- ly,’ Callahan said She always puts the team first As a defenseman, she ddesn t get to score much, but that doesn’t bother her because she is very unselfish She’ll skate the puck up end-to-end sometimes, but she always makes sure she hus­tles back to the other end to help the goalie

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Rowley credited team chem­istry as one major reason why the Penguins have flourished dunng the 2004-05 season As of Friday, the team was 14-5-1 and m second place in the Michigan Metro Girls High

School Hockey League Last year, PCS notched just eight wins

Everyone on this year’s team seems to have bonded better than last year, both on and off the ice said Rowley *We have a good mix of players and coach­es, and everyone gets along, which helps ”

Rowley said the team received a huge confidence boost when it battled top-rated Grosse Pointe South to the wire m an early- season game

“We were tied with South, 2- 2, after two periods, which no one expected,” she said ‘We ended up losing, 4-2, but it was a confidence builder for us because we played so well I think we believed in ourselves more after that game ”

HONORABLE STUDENT

Rowley’s academic efforts at Salem have been hat-trick cal­iber She currently owns a lofty 3 8 grade-point average and is a two-year member of the National Honor Society Her NHS membership requires sev­eral hours of volunteer work, which she thoroughly enjoys

‘ There is a lot of community service involved, which I like, Rowley said We help out with Special Olympics, the Cancer Walk and with the American Heart Association fund-raisers It makes you feel good to help out chanties like that ’

Rowley will attend college at Grand Valley State University, where she will pursue a degree in physical therapy She also plans to continue her hockey career even if it’s only on a rec- league level

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Salem 120 Livonia Churchill 63 Thursday Feb 10 at Salem

200 yard m edley re la y 1 Salem (Matt Jurcak Stan Chen Nick Dixon Mike Higgs) 14646 2 Churchill (Patrick Brunsch Patrick Hays Spencer Maby Billy Jones) 15708 3 Salem (Jim Crabiil Eric Martin Billy Horgan Jason Williams) 15873

200 fre e s ty le 1 Andrew Randall (1C) 15961 2 Matt Underhill (S) 2 0018 3 Matt Sautural (S) 20146

200 IM 1 Greg Scully (LC) 21271 2 Penn Chou (S) 2 14 79 3 Spencer Maby (LC) 2 24 35

500 freestyle 1 Nick Dixon (S) 2380 2 Cory Price (S) 2478 3 Billy Horgan (S) 2540

Diving 1 Andrew Murawski (S) 241 85 2 Chuck Elstone (LC) 183 85 3 Neal Murray (S) 12635

100 butterfly 1 Pat Sautural (S) 5854 2 Spencer Maby (LC) 10186 3 John Kline (S) 10313

100 freestyle 1 Mike Higgs (S) 5198 2 Nick Leone (S) 55 56 3 B liy Jones (LC) 5972

500 fre e s ty le 1 Andrew Randal! (LC) 517 01 2 Stan Chen (S) 5 37 09 3 Steve Moore (LC) 54948

200 freestyle re la y 1 Salem (Matt Jurcak Nick Dixon Mke Higgs Penn Chou) 13343 2 Salem (Jason W illiam s B illy Horgan Pat Sautural Cory Price) 1 39 98 3 Churchill (Greg Scully Mark Gordon Andrew Randall Erik Foulds) 14112

100 backstroke 1 Matt Jurcak (S) 5913 2 Greg Scully (LC) 59 57 3 James Crabiil (S) 11044

100 breaststroke 1 Nick D xon (S) 10728 2 Mark Gordon (LC) 11396 3 Eric Martin (S) 11425

400 freestyle relay 1 Salem (Pst Sautural M att Underh ill Nick Leone Penn Chou) 33862 2 Churchill (Greg Scully Ertk Foulds Andrew Randall Mark Gordon) 3 47 87 3 Salem (Cory Price John Kline Adam Clark Stan Chen) 35376

DUAL MEET RECORDS. Salem (5 5)

Canton 140 Plymouth 43 Wednesday at Salem

200 yard medley relay 1 Canton (David Conzeiman Dan Anthony Nick Landis john Faraom) 1 54 21 2 Canton (Russell McBam Kevin K arim ski Joe Spillane nathan Larimore) 20501 3 Plymouth (Ben Ambrose Justin Huey Sorm Oprican Casey Molloy) 2 0535

200 fre e s tyle 1 Robert Blaesser ( 01 59 51 2 Jack Distel (P) 2 03 09 3 Alex Marmica (C) 2 04 61

200 IM 1 Matt Carlson ( 0 20757 2 Derek Schm itt (C) 2 ^3 69 3 Sorm Oprican (P) 23364

50 freestyle 1 Shogo Uno (C) 23 71 2 Chris Marmica ( 0 2571 3 Nathan Phillips (C) 2596

Diving 1 Kevin Cafarelh (C) 193 70 2 Justin Magill (P) 17945 3 Robert Matar (P) 11645

100 butterfly 1 Nick Landis (C) 10125 2 Ben EberJem ( 0 1 02 20 3 Derek Schmitt (C) 10556

100 freestyle 1 Jon Templeton (C) 54432 Ben Ambrose (P) 58 23 3 Kevin Karltnski

(C) 5940500 freestyle 1 Ross Schwartz (0 5 3153

2 Alex Marm ica (C) 5 40 83 3 M ichael Conger (P) 548 35

20 0 fre e s ty le re la y 1 Canton (M a tt Carlson Nick Landis Derek Schm itt Ben Eberlem) 13956 2 Canton (Ross Schwartz Ja rod Cheves N athan Larim ore Greg Calabrese) 144 69 3 P lym outh (Ben Ambrose Casey M olloy Michael Conger Just n Magill) 15010

100 backstroke 1 John Faraoni (C) 10199 2 R obert B laesser (C) 1 02 26 3 David Conzeiman (C) 103 95

100 bre aststro ke 1 Dan Anthony (C) 11292 2 Nathan Phillips ( 0 113 67 3 Iman Haghgooie(C) 11994

4 0 0 fre e s ty le re la y 1 Canton (Chris M arm ica Nick Landis Shogo Uno Jon Tem pleton) 3 37 08 2 Canton (R obert Blaesser Ross Schwartz Alex Marimca David Conzeiman) 3 52 31

Dual meet records Canton 5 2 overall (31 in WLAA)

Canton 1025 Saline 805 Tuesday Feb 8 at Saline

200-yard medley relay* 1 Canton (Nathan Ph illips Dan Anthony Shogo Uno Chris M arm ica) 152 64 2 Canton (David Conzeiman Kevin Karimski Ben Eberlem Greg Calabrese) T5512 3 Saline (George Lippert Andrew DeVries Brian Kung Chris Reid) 15665

200 freestyle 1 Kyle Begley (S) 152 69 2 Matt Carlson (C) 1 5509 3 Nick Landis (C) 1 5594

200 IM 1 Daniel Warner (S) 2 01 43 2 Shogo Uno (C) 21610 3 Robert Blaesser (C) 21713

50 freestyle 1 John Faraoni (C) 23 83 2 Noah Whitener (S) 24 0.0 3 Jon Templeton (C) 2473

Diving I Kevin Cafarelh ( 0 22100 2 Andrew DeVries (S) 17035 3 Peter Draegich (S) 15125

100 b u tte rfly 1 Shogo Uno (C) 5610 2 John Faraoni ( 0 58 07 3 Noah Whitener (S) 5825

100 freestyle 1 Kyle Begley (S) 50 83 2 George Lipoert (S) 54 38 3 Derek Schmitt (C) 5446.

500 freestyle 1 Nick Landis ( 0 51073 2 Stephen Furey (S) 516 88 3 Robert Blaessgr (C) 5 24 83

20 0 fre e s ty le re la y 1 Canton (Derek Schmitt Matt Carlson Jon Templeton John Faraoni) 13776 2 Saline (Noah Whitener Chris Reid Mike DeVries Stephen Furey)1 36 17 3 Canton (C hris M arm ica Ben Eberlem Nick Landis Robert Blaesser) 143 35

100 backstroke 1 Nathan Phillips ( 0 1 02 69 2 (tie) Justin Duong (S) and David Conzeiman (C) 104 52

100 b reaststroke 1 Daniel Warner (S) 1 0149 2 Matt Carlson (C) 1 0758 3 John DePauKS) 10767

400 freestyle re la y 1 Saline (Kyle Begley Stephen Furey Mike DeVries Daniel Warner) 3 31 8 7 2 C a n to n ( J o h n Farao n i J o n Templeton Shogo Uno Matt Carlson) 3 3577 3 Canton (Robert Blaesser Derek Schmitt Nick Landis Ben Eberlein) 34561

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Schoolcraft College avenged one of its three men’s basket­ball losses this season Wednesday night with an 88- 82 homecourt victory over Henry Ford Community College

The game was close tfrrqGgh- out It was 38-all at the half

With the Ocelots (23-3) only op two with a minute 5-foot-3 point-guard Safford (Wayne Memoi came up with a key steal and a layup to give Schoolcraft a four-point cushion

Courtney Williams then scored and was fouled, cdn*' s verting die three-pomt play rwith a free throw to seal die win

Martin Samarco (BefteviHfe) paced the Ocelots with 3$-;. poipts and seven assists*J£evin Massiah added 17, whil0 Tjy Scott chipped m with 1$ Williams, a 6-foot-9 trdhsfer from Oakland University; fin­ished with 14 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists Safford ended up with 10 points

Kenny Gupton led Henry Ford (14-6,7-2) and all scorers with 23 points Cedric Bird

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Schoolcraft hit 19-of-27 free throws* while Henry Ford was S-of-i&

The game dfd not count in the Eastern Conference stand­ings because Schoolcraft is on probation by both the

^ ic h ^ h - C ’ojnn^umty College Athletic Association and the National Junior College Athletic Association

M A D O N N A 9 8 D A V E N P O R T 6 7 F o r achange it was a breather Wednesday for h os t M adonna U n ive rs ity (8 1 8 ) which cruised to a non conference v ic to ry over Davenport (record unavailable) as six play ers scored in double figures for the victori ous Crusaders

Noel Emenhiser the schools all time lead mg scorer finished with 15 points

Others m double figures for MU included Joe Kofahi (14) Charlie Henry (12) Danny le zo tte (12) Jordan Napier (11) and Andrey Douthard (10)

Mike M cKeever had a team h igh six assists Henry also had four assists and three steals

MU shot a blistering 56 2 percent from the floor (41 o f 73) and outrebounded Davenport 4228

James Allen had 15 points for Davenport which tra ile d 42 24 a t the half Cameron Dampier and Thomas Poe added 14 and 13 respectively

They say that love means nothing m tennis, but we just talk about bowlmg and

with Valentine’s Day here, love is a very important item as far as bowlers are concerned

It is & fact that 75 per­cent of all sanctioned leaguebowlers bowl m mixed leagues m the

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There are countless stones of “love on the lanes ’ where some happily mamed couples first met while bowling

It is also very apparent that most people ,$iib go bowling do so becausfe fhelove this game Some love it for the competition, some others love it because it is an outlet to take out their anger on the pins, or just that good feeling when you knock em all down

A real love story is about two wonderful people who met,

marned and became insepara­ble for over 60 years

Jarvis and Ida Woehlke of Dearborn were just such a cou­ple until Jarv passed away on Feb 4 from cancer at the age of 91

Known as “Tbe Mechanic” Jarv loved to bowl and he excelled at the sport so much that he set a record that may not be equaled or broken.. He bowled two sanctioned 300 gajne&in tb© Same season at the age of 8 6. *

Jarv did that and a whole lot more over the years He had won eight medals in senior Olympics bowling, he won the overall champiojiship of tft&L ') “ Greater Detroit Old Timers ■* Tournament at age 76

Woehlke was always a toilgh competitor, but he will be remembered more than fba^ s a real gentleman

When he was just a little kid, he would walk to school every day, and quite often an elderly man would stop his car and drop him ofEg'

That s how he became friends with Mr Henry Ford

Sure enough, he went to work at the Ford plant when he grew up, but the job was much too mundane for him and he then pursued a career with the Dearborn Fire

Department from which he retired

Jarv had a lot of friends and I am proud to say I was one of them

He often helped other bowlers to improve their game and make them better Overall, his credentials are worthy of Detroit Hall of Fame selection, and sometime m the future he should be voted in

Jarv was a champion in every way, bowlmg was his life and he was just as gpod as ever m his last outing two weeks earlier where he strung out nine strikes in a row and won all the jackpots m his Friday morning Mayflower Seniors League

Woehlke left an indelible ritark on the greater Detroit bowling scene, he will be long remembered and very much missed

■ The Mayflower Senior Leagues 50-50 tournament is now history, and it was so suc­cessful that it was decided to become an annual event

Thanks to the following donors of door prizes Entertainment Books, Taylor Lanes, Outback Steak House, Red Robin restaurants, DlLaura Brothers, Olive Garden restaurants, Sandy’s By the Beach, The Timber Wolf

and Dun-Rite Bowlmg SupplyHoward Davis of Redford

did not win this event, but two days later he scored his second career 300 gams, only nine years after his first one

■ Town ’n Country Lanes in Westland had a great father- and-son performance in the Tuesday Junior Classic as Bob Hansen, J r bowled a 300 game with a 681 series His son, Bob Hansen III, rolled 279 and 728 the same night

Others top scorers included Keith Hoisington (277/678), Gary Brudna (276/715), Rich Trullard (268/731), Tony Grote (279/733) and Ryan Jacek (248-279-234/756) jjg.

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This is a team event and you can form a team from your league if your regular team cannot all make it Entry fee is $15 per man, must be age 55 or older For more information, call the GDBA office at (toll free 888) 753-6350

Al Harrison is a resident of Livonia a life m em ber of the Am erican Bowling- Congress and a director with the G reater Detroit Bowling Association He can be reached at (24 8 )4 77 18 3#

Davenport cools off MU in non-league encounter

Despite 23 points by Sarah Thomson, the Madonna University women s basketball team could not get past visiting Davenport University Wednesday night

The Crusaders lost 67-57 m the non-league game

Davenport took a 34-28 lead at halftime, largely on the strength of hot shooting from the floor

The Rams hit 16 of 31 field goal tries before intermission, a 516 pace

Karen Rugless tallied 26 points to lead Davenport while Jennifer Rausch and Shannon Callaghan collected 19 and 16 points, respectively

Madonna only connected on 24 of 65 attempts from the floor (369), shortcircuitmg any rally chances

Thomson pretty much was the only player hitting the mark for the Crusaders \

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tries in the game, and also grabbed 11 rebounds

Jackie Pingston and Stephanie Childs each scored 12 points while Lydia Prusmowski pulled down six rebounds

SCHOOLCRAFT 2 H EN RY FORD 0 (forfeit)- Inan MCCAA Eastern Conference game sched uled Wednesday the Lady Ocelots (17 5 10 2)

?;on by fo r fe i t because H enry Ford ommumty College (012 010) does not have

enough players to field a squad MADONNA 81 AQUINAS 68 All five starters

scored in d oub le fig u re s S a tu rday as Madonna Umvers ty (1411 7 2) won t s f f t h s t ra g h t Wolve n e H o o s e r A th le te Conference game over host Aquinas Co lege (18 8 5 4) in Grand Rap ds

Pmgsfon led the Crusaders w th a game high 24 points ncludmg 4 of 7 from three point range Redford Unions Martina Franklin added 17 while Prusmowski had 13

Childs and Thomson contributed 12 and 10 respectively

Jacke Braspenmnx led A q u ila s which tra ile d 38 29 a t the ha lf w ith 22 points Whitney Marsh added 13

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t Michigan State University, nearly 60 percent of the East

Lansing school’s transfer stu­dents come from community colleges, according to Lou Anna Simon, the university’s new president These basic courses are the most cost- effective for MSU to offer, but with one million credit hours per year, “it’s not a problem for us at all,” said Simon of the financial impact

‘The issue is how to main­tain die integrity of the degree, she noted “Right now, there’s no reverse trans­fer for an MSU student to go back to a community college and get an associate’s degree ”

Although one wonders how often that scenario unfolds, there is a definite movement to get more students graduat­ing from Michigan universi­ties At just 22 percent, the state’s undergrad rate is well below the national average

More science and tech grads are needed to shift Michigan from a manufac­turing to high-tech economy, according to the Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth Chaired by Lt Gov John Cherry, the Cherry Commission in December concluded that the state needs to double its number of college graduates

The goal is right if Michigan is to prosper,” said Simon, but she questioned the additional expense ‘Can we afford if3 It’s going to require higher education being a priority People don’t have a good understanding of what higher education really costs We need to make it simple for people

Simon is more focused on t h e u n iv e r s i ty s h e s b e e n in charge of since Jan 1 of this yeai She took over the helm of the 150-year-old institu­tion when Peter McPherson ended his 11-year reign, becoming its 20th - and first female - CEO But this Indiana native, born m 1947, is in no way a new face on campus

She came to MSU as a grad student in 1970 and earned a doctorate in philosophy,administration and higher education four years later Simon became a member of the faculty and assistant director of the Office of Institutional Research, and then served as provost and vice president for academic affairs in 1993

Simon actually ran MSU when McPherson was m Iraq helping to rebuild that coun­try s economy in 2003 Ten years prior, she was the facul­ty favonte for the president’s position but the Board of Thistees made a last-mmute move and picked McPherson

But now she’s in charge of the 45,000-student institu­tion, founded m 1855 as the nations first land grant uni­versity Would its founding fathers recognize the current MSU’

“I don’t think they’d be sur­prised at the evolution of intellectual fabric,” said Simon “Be good, but have the courage to take a differ­ent path We have to balance our down-home attitude with playing m this league ” i Simon will continue to champion MSU’s study- abroad program and actually hopes to get more graduates involved

But a problem of today is money, or a lack thereof Even with tuition increases, the university has increased by 5,000 students since the 1990s To grow more will demand additional residence halls and infrastructure, issues that will require fair treatment in the governor’s next budget proposal

Cal Stone is the editor of the Novi News He can be reached at (248)3491700 Ext 113 or by e mail at cstone@ht homecomm net

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Tim and Cheryl Phillips won first place in the Observer's Magic Moments contest The Canton couple received dinner for two at Antonio's Cucma italiana in Farmington Hills or Dearborn Heights a $200 gift certificate from Murray's Jewelry in Redford, two tickets to Phantom of the Opera at Masonic Temple, and a singing valentine by a quartet from the Renaissance Chorus of the Wayne Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society

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Some men bring women flowers on a first date

Tim Phillips brought guppies The gesture impressed Cheryl Mclnerney so much she ended up marrying him last September

Their first date didn’t come about overnight

Mclnerney was attending a con­ference in Chicago as part of her job as coordinator for St Joseph Mercy’s Health Exploration ^Station m Canton when she first learned from her roommate about Phillips, a park planner at Kensington Metropark The

roommate s husband went to school with Phillips She passed Mclnerney s phone number on to him along with a Web site to find out more about her

A couple of weeks later he called They finally met three months later when he came to the door bearing fish It was a Magic Moment that touched Mclnerney’s heart as well as judges for the Observer Newspapers’ annual contest

‘I had a tough time at the pet store,” said Phillips of Canton “I could have bought larger ones that ate hers ”

Fortunately, the guppies were compatible Mclnerney wrote

‘I thought it was sweet that he brought me fish - that was defi­nitely a first and showed that not only was he creative, but also he really paid attention when we had talked on the phone ’ It was then she had mentioned that some of her fish had died

TOUGH FOR OUR JUDGES

The Phillips story was just one of several entries which made itd i f f i c u l t f o r j u d g e s t o c h o o s e o n l y

one winner of the prize package including a $60 dinner for two at Antonio s Cucma Italiana in Farmington Hills or Dearborn Heights, a $200 gift certificate from Murray’s Jewelry m Redford, two tickets to Phantom o f the Opera a t Masonic Temple on Wednesday, March 2, and a singing valentine by a quartet from the Renaissance Chorus of the Wayne Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society

Margaret and Edwin Haack’s Magic Moment happened in 1945 when they met at a Halloween party thrown by a group of girl­friends

Edwin had just returned home from serving in Italy with the U S Air Force It was love at first sight for the couple He invited her to

walk over to his parents’ house to pick up some records After that, he didn’t call her for two weeks She lost 18 pounds, couldn’t eat ors le e p F in a l l y , h e c a l l e d a n d

they ve been together ever since marrying m October of 1946

They’ve lived m the same Livonia home for 49 of the 58 years they’ve been married

Josephine Capra will be cele­brating her 65th wedding anniversary m July The 84-year old Westland woman met her husband m 1936 She wrote, it ‘was a turning point in my life ”He came into her parents’ house dressed in a three-piece light tan suit He was a handsome sight next to her four brothers in bib overalls

Scott Lodge’s Magic Moment was a long time coming He told us about meeting Pam m 1970 at a Coast Guard Auxiliary

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Book hooks the secrets of Internet dating success

Plymouth resident Jacob Slivensky used his experience with the Internet as the basis for his book, "The ABCs o f Online Chatting and Dating "

BY BRAD KADRICHSTAFF WRITER

When Jake Slivensky of Plymouth walked through bookstores with an eye toward writing a book of his own, he detected a dearth of titles dealing with online dat­ing m this age of chat room meetings and Internet dating

Since over the last five years or so Slivensky has experienced some personal success in that area, he decid­ed it was a niche he could fill

Thus was born The ABCs o f Online Chatting and Dating Thriving m the Social Internet

“I’ve had a lot of success with online dating,” said Slivensky, who has met “maybe 50” people on the Internet the last five years “The book basically walks you through the steps of finding people, meeting people and presenting a profile that gives you the best chance at results Along with that, I have all the do’s and don’ts and the warn­

ings Those are a necessity to have and know’

The book, a ‘how to” about online dating, takes readers through steps such as suc­cessfully finding a place to chat, making and keeping Internet ‘ buddies,” using online “lingo” and the impor­tance of profiles

Profiles are the bits of information that describe people, and frequently include a picture They are, according to Slivensky, one of the keys to success, and one of the Internet dating places ,most fraught with danger

“The profile is a huge part of it The effectiveness of pic­tures on a profile can directly correlate to how well you do,’ the author said “Fake profiles are the biggest danger I hate to say it, but people post pro­files and pictures of someone else, trying to lure people into traps

‘ In the beginning, I came across a lot of that, and the book includes author tales, as well I was new to it, I didn’t

see the warning signs I should have, and I fell right into it ”

Slivensky said he got into computer dating some five years ago, after graduating from Tennessee Technological University m Cookville,Tenn, and moved to Mississippi to take ajob as an environmental engineer

Alone and with few friends, Slivensky gave the Internet a try He quickly learned that patience is definitely a virtue

“You have to be smart about your searches and where you look,” he said “You have to have patience, because it’s not going to come overnight ”

But it happens Slivensky, who said he has m et dozens of people online, is now m a relationship with a woman he met online That relationship has lasted seven months

Much of the success is sim­ple common sense, for instance, being able to detect when a profile is fake More and more people are finding

relationships online, includ­ing people who might have shied away from it before

“Nowadays it’s pretty com­mon to find people who have tried it, people who two years ago wouldn't have looked at a computer,” Slivensky said

When considering his book, Slivensky decided not to seek an agent, but rather to pub­lish the book himself, ironi­cally online The book, pub­lished by authorhouse com, is now available on Amazon com and on Barnes & Noble’s Web site

“I did a lot of research and decided to go with print-on- demand rather than an agent,” Slivensky said “I keep full rights and control of the book, I didn’t have to sign it over to anyone The market­ing efforts I want to place on my book, I have total control over that, as well ”Jake Slivensky shook The ABCs of Online Chatting and Dating Thriving in the Social Internet can be found at www authorhouse com

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engagement of their daughter, Theresa, to, Ryan Kellman, of Sterling, Va

Theresa is an undergraduate student at U of M Dearborn She will be attending law school in Washington DC

Her fiance, Ryan, is the son of Janet Hoffman of Auburn Wa and Keith Kellman of Ann Arbor He is a graduate of Michigan Institute of Aeronautics He works for Independence Airline/Dulles Airport

Ryan and Theresa are planning a July wedding at St Johns Conference Center in Plymouth

C o o k -H o w a rdCliff and Connie Cook of Spring Lake

announce the engagement of their daughter, Jill Suzanne, of Farmington Hills, to Aaron Christopher Howard, of Livonia

Jill is a graduate of Radford University She is a teacher

Her fiance, Aaron, is the son of Don and Pam Howard, of Plymouth He is a graduate of the University of Michigan He works for Power Play International

Aaron and Jill are planning a July wedding at Northville Presbyterian Church

C o n w a y -V a n a irs d a leMr and Mrs James Conway

of Plymouth announce the engagement of their daughter, Kerry, to Brian Vanairsdale

Kerry is a 1996 graduate of Plymouth-Canton High School and a 2001 graduate of Madonna University She is employed as an elementary teacher in the Redford Union school district

Her fiance, Brian, is the gon of Michael and Susan Vanairsdale of Peachtree City, Ga He is a 1995 graduate of McIntosh High School m Peachtree City and a 2000 graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Ga. He is employed as an engineer with Ford Motor Company

Brian and Kerry are planning a spring wedding

S te m p -H a n s o nmfer and Stephen Stemp of Redford announce the ;ement of their daughter, Michelle L Stemp, to Erie nson, the son of Bart and Diane Hanson of Canton ! bride-to-be is a 2000 graduate of Crestwood High >1 in Dearborn Heights and is studying elementary tion at Eastern Michigan University She is to be led by Julie Landehus, Samantha Smolen, Lora gomery, Lisa Hanson, Leah Hanson and flower girl Hanson: prospective groom is a 1999 graduate of Canton School and works as a master mechanic for one m Canton He is to be attended by Ken in, Jeff Hanson, Scott Hanson, Stephen Stemp, eth Stemp and ring bearer Dylan Hanson fly 1,2005 wedding is planned at St John tann Catholic Church in Canton, with Father ;e Williams officiating Following their honeymoon, uple plans to reside m Garden City

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Spohn of Westland announce the engagement of their daughter, Alison Charlotte, of Canton to James Gregory Link of Canton

Alison is a 1998 gradu­ate of Ladywood High School and a 2002 gradu­ate of Western Michigan University with a degree in business management and Spanish She is the head manager of a Wendy s franchise restaurant

Her fiance, Jim, is the son of Gregory and Mary Link of Canton He is a 1998 graduate of Detroit Catholic Central High School and a 2002 gradu­ate of Kettering University with a degree in mechani­cal engineering He is cur­rently employed at Visteon

Jim and Alison are plan­ning an April 2006 wedding at St Johns Conference Center and Chapel in Plymouth

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Conference in Bay City and then marrying her 30 years later after finding her address and phone num­ber through Yahoo’s People Search while surfing the net

Lodge ended up moving to Livonia after leaving the Coast Guard m 1998 Both of their mar­riages were ending He wrote, ‘Pam and I both believe that everything happens for a reason and that we were meant to be together from the start ’

LOVE OFTEN COMPUTES

Computers and winter brought

several couples together It was a cold January day when Edward Cieslak was going on his first date with Donna and wanted to impress her so he washed the car When they came out of a Greektown restaurant the doors had frozen shut and Donna had to climb in a short skirt through the hatchback The two still laugh about it after 25 years of mar­riage and raising their children m Westland

Judges chuckled as well when reading Livonia resident Kim Colleran’s letter about the first meeting with her sweetheart (now husband)

It was a country club brunch, and he made her smile and laugh which she hadn’t done in many years He invited her out for a second date,

this time at his house with her chil­dren She went not because she ‘ particularly liked him a lot, but because I had nothing else to do and he was a really nice guy The kids fell jn love with him ’ Her love for him grew when he helped her chauf­feur the kids to birthday parties all over town She went home that night and couldn’t sleep She knew she had found a soul mate Six weeks after they met he asked her to marry him

Lynn Halton of Farmington Hills told of falling m love with her sweetie at the Sugar Bowl She’d known Jerry Balogh since 1983, her junior year at the University of Michigan but never expected any­thing would happen between them

They both went to the Sugar Bowl

m New Orleans, separately with friends but ended up together after she called him at his hotel On New Year’s Eve they walked around the romantic city hand-in-hand and have been together ever since

DOGGONE LOVE

Writers told of meeting on blind dates, in the emergency room, and on a dog walk A golden retriever and beagle brought Cheryl and David Clancy together Cheryl thought she would be walking alone with Gypsy at the Paws with a Cause benefit m June 2000 at Kensington Park, but met up with "fellow gold­ens’

As they were on the trail, she looked up to see a beagle wearing a

colorful baseball cap coming toward her David was on the end of the leash All four ended up m the dog look-a-like contest “David came in third place, but Gypsy made a friend ” Back at the picnic tables she kept walking over to David and Elvis, the beagle Cheryl retrieved her several times before the owners exchanged phone numbers David eventually proposed while they were taking their dogs for a walk They were married m September 2001

Elvis is now 11 Gypsy died after their son was born in January of 2003 Cheryl writes, “I like to think she stayed alive over 14 years to be sure that I found someone to take care of me ”

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Parent notification laws won't stop teen sexUnited States researchers

reported recently that laws aimed at forcing teens to

get their parents’ permission before getting: getting contraception will do nothing to scare youngsters off having sex and may m fact increase rates of teen pregnancy

And trying to frighten teenagers about the risks of pregnancy is equally ineffective, a second study found

The researchers said their findings support the argument that teens need to get good information about contracep­tives, including condoms, and argue against current federal policies pushing abstmence-only education

“The research published in January 2005 shows abstmence- only does significant disservice to American youth by increasing the nsk of pregnancy and dis­ease,” said Cynthia Dailard, an analyst at the nonprofit Alan Guttmacher Institute, a repro­ductive health think tank.

A study of1,500 girls under the age of 18 who used family planning clinics, which provide contraceptive and pregnancy services, showed the parents of 60 percent of them knew the young women were using the clinics, said the Institutes Rachel Jones

But close to 20 percent of the girls said if they had to get per mission to use contraceptives from their parents, they would do without, Jones and col­leagues report m the Journal o f the American Medical Association

In the second study, Dr Peter Bearman, who directs the Columbia University Institute for Social and Economic Research and Policy, found that fear of pregnancy did little to keepa girl from having sex, and those with positive attitudes about contraception were much les§hkely to become pregnant

"Policymakers often have con­cerns that talking positively about contraception encourages young people to have sex,” Bearman said m the journal Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health

“Therms a lot of research to show that’s just not true,” said Bearman

“Even those adolescents who most actively believe they are not going to have sex before marriage, for instance those who take virginity pledges, 80 per­cent of them will eventually have sex before marriage ’

Parents need to be informed about the lands of information related to human sexuality pro­vided in school health classes In Michigan, there is an opportuni­ty to serve on distnetwide com­mittees related to school-based HIV and sex education pro­grams Please call your mterme-

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diate school district to locate a health coordinator, or go to www Michigan gov/mde, click on K-12 curriculum, then health education Scroll down to Professional Development

The law states that public schools m Michigan are required to offer health education

The law does not explicitly state the grades or duration of the health course

The exception to this is the law requiring that HIV preven­tion education be offered at every building level, elementary school, middle school, and high school HIV prevention educa­tion is most effective within the context of a health course where general health skills, such as refusal, assertiveness, negotia­tion, goal setting, and decision making-skills are being taught

It is, of course, unwise to deny health education to high school students, just at the time of their development when they are most at nsk for the behaviors that senously impact immediate and lifelong wellness, such as alcohol and other drug use, tobacco use, physical inactivity, poor nutation choices, sexual activity leading to communica­ble disease or pregnancy, and mjunes caused by violence or accidents, including car acci­dents

It is also well-documented that students who arehealthy do better m school Several studies have documented the lmlC~ between good health and atten dance or school performance

Here is another opportunity to keep the channels of conver­sation open with your teen about important issues Inquire about what is being taught, bet­ter stall, be sure that what you believe should be taught is included m the health teaching Serve on that committee1

If you missed previous columns, you can access them at wwwhometownlife com/Livoni a/News asp Type Alice R. McCarthy’ in ‘Keyword Search’ for a list of her most recent columns

Alice R. McCarthy, PhD the mother of five professionals is a national consult ant in the areas of parent involvement in schools curriculum writing in health and health publications She is the author of a widely used text and parent mg book Healthy Teens. Facing the Challenges of Young Lives Write to her in care of the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers 36251 Schoolcraft Livonia Ml 48150

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District Library staff provides the Observer with their list of Best Sellers based on the num­ber of requests for titles by library patrons The books are available by placing a request with the library at (734) 453- 0750 or on-lme at www ply- mouthlibraryorg

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Corporate communicator turns to words of loveBY HUGH GALLAGHER

STAFF WRITER

Have you ever wanted the right words to tell your special someone exactly how you feel’

Just m time for Valentine’s Day, local author Harold Sieloff, writing under the pseudonym H Thomas Saylor, will be your Cyrano in his book of love verses, ‘ I Need You to Know’

After a career in corporate communica­tion, Sieloff is expanding his commumca tion skills in new directions The Northville writer took a buyout from Ford Motor Co two years ago and formed Threedot Publications In addition to continuing as a corporate communications consultant, his self-published book offers consultation on personal communication

I ve wntten a number of things over die years and got some encouragement from friends to pull it together and see if it looked like anything/ he said “Initially it was writ­ten for use as greeting cards But I thought with a little packaging and support it could be a little more than a greeting card ”

Sieloff, 55 in March, said it was time to move m a new direction Three of his four children are grown, with the youngest a junior at Lutheran Westland His wife, Gail, wanted to return to work, as well She rep­resents Mayfair Realty m Livonia and man­ages Tradewmd Spas m Utica. She is also the volleyball coach at Lutheran Westland and was named Observer & Eccentric’s vol­leyball coach of the year last year

She is also the inspiration for many of Sieloff s verses

‘You look around and watch relation ships, those that are successful and those that aren t One dung I observe to be true is that one’s that work well are the ones where people talk to each other,’ he said And in this busy world we’re m, sometimes your days are gone before you know it and you find you re only communicating on special days and holidays I was hoping to create something that would work for special occasions but also haye a shelf life through out die year and encourage people to com­municate on a daily basis ”

Sieloff said he has also been inspired by the relationships he sees around him, both those that work and those that don’t He said he was especially moved by a woman whoiives at the Lutheran Ministries Home on Plymouth Road m Livonia who will be 89 this February She lost her husband to

Harold Sieloff, who writes under the pen name H Thomas Saylor, wrote a book titled 'I Need You to Know

illness over 40 years ago, yet she never remarried and keeps his picture on her night stand

He said a Redford couples strength fol­lowing the death of son to drugs was anoth­er inspiration

These real life examples highlight Sieloff s principal themes on the different kinds of love - commitment, friendship and the physical aspects of a relationship

The special quality of a relationship is captured in Becoming One

First there was you,And then there was meOne day a meetingA nd then there were weThen you became you and I became meA nd soon there was oneForever to be*Or during this chilly season a winter

memory m M y Winter Love Afresh dusting ofwhite snow covered the

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long ago,We walked among the angels hand in

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embracedNever to let go, my winter love and I, NevertoletgoIn addition to the brief verses, Sieloff

includes journal pages to capture special moments together and a check list to test your commitment to your relationship

Following the theme of love, Sieloff is working on a romance novel, Three Days in December

I jot ideas down from what I see The story has been churning in my head for a number of years,” he said

The Saylor pseudonym was to separate his romantic efforts from his work as a cor­porate communications writer He is also working on a book on corporate communi­cations under his own name

‘One of the reasons I did this book was I wanted to learn about the pubhshmg busi­ness This project gave me an opportunity to learn about die business,” he said

He found it wasn t easy getting the atten­tion of a major publisher with his first work But he found another way to realize his dream I set realistic goals for what this book could do Breaking even is my initial goal and to reach the mmds and hearts of those who do read my book, he said

I Need You to Know” is available on-line at www hthomassaylor com or through Amazon com Sieloff said he is also working with local merchants to sell his book at stores m Farmington, Livonia, Plymouth and Northville

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TAURUS (April 21-May 21)Once again your budget appears to be a problem at the moment but the Moon in your sign over the coming days should put the matter in the cor rect perspective and make it easier to handle Be true to yourself Bull' Don't exaggerate the importance of a differ ence of opinion It matters less than you think *

GEMINI (May 22-June 21)Due to circumstances beyond your control Twins your life seems to be undergoing a senes of enforced changes now- but they are all for the good' For far too long you have been hampered by a need for reassurance Now it s time to prove that you are prepared to go waaaay out on a limb

CANCER (June 22-July 23)You might not like what I'm going to say but you must now confide in part ners for it would seem that they have been a shade too impulsive lately However the important thing to remember is that you are perfectly entitled to go to any lengths to safe guard what you have achieved or accumulated over the years'

LEO (July 24-Aug 23)Leo is symbolized by the mighty prowling beast of the jungle Therefore not only do you like to be kept in the picture forest but also want to know all the ins and outs and whys and wherefores However the best results will now be achieved through taking things on trust not Ego Swallow your pride but don't hide

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LIBRA (Sept 24-0ct 23)The astro efforts you've made over the past few weeks have not been in vain even though you may not have received much in the way of praise Balancer What happens this week will more than make up for what you've missed Others will look at you with envy for change which is what you're waiting for

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CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 21)While in one area of your life anything that can go wrong will go wrong in another you will enjoy success SeaGoat Social and romantic activi ties are under marvelous influences at the mo1 But when considering fman cial matters bear in mind "The least said the soonest mended" Got it’

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Bronze pomsThe Salem High School junior varsity Rockettes placed third in the 14th- annual Pom/Dance Championships held recently at The Palace of Auburn Hills The Rockettes overcame a driving snow storm to put forth their outstanding effort

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Super summer for kidsThe 16th annual Super Summer for

Kids A Camp & Activities Fair offering

one stop shopping for interesting and

stimulating camps is set for Sunday

Feb 27 in the Birmingham Public

Schools Corporate Training and

Conference Center 31301 Evergreen

Beverly Hills (behind Groves High

School) More than 70 U S and

Canadian Camps both day and

overnight will be showcased at the

event from 11 a m 3 p m Many new

camps will attend this year according

to Elaine Sturnam camp fair organizer

In addition new programs for older

children that include overnight travel

programs computer camps sports

camps and programs that have a com

mumty service component will be rep

resented Admission is free In add)

tion high school and college students

interested in summer employment will

also have the opportunity to obtain

valuable information The camp fair is

presented by Elaine S Events and co

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Lenten retreatMadonna University will hold the 2005

Lenten Retreat from 9 a m 5 p m

Saturday March 5 This year's theme

will be ' The Holy Eucharist the New

and Everlasting Covenant" The day

long event for alumni friends stu

dents and their families will be held in

the Residence Hall and Chapel on the

Livonia campus (14221 Levan Road)

Activities will include Morning Prayer

Exposition and Benediction with the

Blessed Sacrament lunch three

Lenten conferences time for confes

sions and the Rosary and Stations of

the Cross led by students and Mass

The cost of the retreat which is open

to the public is $15 and includes lunch

and refreshments Students faculty

and staff are $10 Reservations are

required for meal purposes For addi

tional information contact Madonna

University s Campus Ministry Office at

(734)432 5419

Madonna blood driveThe American Red Cross will be

accepting blood donations from noon

6 p m Wednesday Feb 16 in the

University Center/Residence Hall

Classrooms at Madonna University

located at 14221 Levan Road The

process is safe simple and takes only

a short time To make an appoint

ment call the office of student servic

es at (734) 432 5428 Walk in donors

are also welcome Eligible donors must

be at least 17 years old and may

donate every eight weeks or not more

than five times a year The Red Cross

will distribute all donated blood to the

75 area hospitals in southeastern

Michigan

Vegas nightSt Mel s Men s Club hosts a Las Vegas

Night from 7 p m midnight Saturday

Feb 19 The evening will feature black

jack two craps tables roulette Big Six

and dice games with hot food avail

able Proceeds go to the Mens Club St

Mel s is located at 7506 Inkster in

Dearborn Heights For details call

(313) 275 0684

Jewish renewal festivalFour nationally recognized leaders of

the Jewish Renewal movement lead a

day of spirituality learning and music

from 8 30 a m 4 p m Sunday March 6

at the Ann Arbor Jewish Community

Center 2935 Birch Hollow Registration

is $50 and includes lunch

Registration deadline is March 2 More

information is available on the Web at

www pardeshannah org or by calling

(734)213 8374

Genealogical societyGuest speaker Sue Daniels will talk

about Michigan s One Room

Schoolhouses when the Western

Wayne County Genealogical Society

meets at 6 30 pm Monday Feb 21 at

the Livonia Civic Park Senior Center

Building on Farmington Road fust

south of 5 Mile The meeting and

classes are open to the public and are

offered free of charge For more mfor

mation call Pat at (734) 425 3079

Women's Economic ClubNamed 2004 Newsmaker of the Year

by Crain s Detroit Business Edsel B

Ford II will be honored at a noon

luncheon Feb 16 sponsored by the

Womens Economic Club and the

Detroit Economic Club Tickets for the

luncheon to be held at Cobo

Conference Center are $35 for mem

bers and $45 for guests For more

information or reservations visit the

WEC Web site at wwwwomenseconom

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Tsunami benefit concertSt Thomas the Apostle Church in Ann

Arbor hosts a concert for tsunami

survivors at 7 30 p m Feb 26 The con

cert will feature Lucia and William

Campbell (soprano and trumpet) the

choir and Schola of St Thomas the

Dogoveto Sisters Donald Fishel on the

flute and Diane Winder on the cello A

free will offering will be taken with

proceeds going tp flood relief and

Catholic social services St Thomas is

located at 517 Elizabeth St in Ann

Arbor

Off the Wall GalleryThe Spring exhibit for the Ann Arbor

Art Center's Off the Wall Gallery will be

installed throughout downtown Ann

Arbor in late February and will be dis

played from Feb 22 May 9 The spring

exhibition is titled Black + White with

the theme of wild and wacky silhou

ettes featuring an artistic collabora

tion between Ann Arbor s Burns Park

Elementary students and Art Center

WmeFest volunteers Forty eight Burns

Park fourth graders will create one

side of the banners the other will be

painted by WmeFest community volun

teers The spring exhibit offers many

ways for the Art Center to connect

with the community and promote this

year s WmeFest which will be held on

Saturday May 14 The banners will be

on display during the event with the

black and white style reflected

throughout this year s decor For more

information call (734) 994 8004 Ext

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Mercy auction benefitMercy High School in Farmington Hills

announces its 26th annual auction

Still Rockm at 60 to be held

Saturday Feb 26 The event starts at 6

p m with a silent auction emceed by

WDIV s Steve Garagiola The live auc

tion starts at 9 p m Proceeds raised

from the auction will benefit Mercy s

educational programs For auction

reservations or other information call

Erin Carlesimo (248) 476 8020 Ext

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Men's health daySt Mary Mercy Hospital hosts a

prostate screening and mens health

day from 8 a m 4 p m Saturday March

5 Men can receive a prostate screen

mg learn about medical health and

fitness information nutrition and

more Prostate screening consists of a

blood test total cholesterol check a

prostate exam and a blood pressure

check A $10 donation to the new St

Mary Mercy Cancer Center is optional

Appointments fill quickly To register

call (734) 655 8963 St Mary Mercy is

located at 36475 Five Mile in Livonia

Gardening workshopMia Mahalo sponsors the latest in its

workshop series A Guide to Growing

Flowers Fruits and Vegetables

Naturally from 7 8 30 p m Thursday

Feb 24 With^pring just around the

corner its time ofrce again to start

thinking about your garden and

health Edie Saunders owner of Two

Women and a Hoe and MSU certified

Advanced Master Gardner will host a

workshop on organic

gardening for novice to advanced gar

deners The workshop will focus on

The Organic Way orW W M ND(w hat

would mother nature do) looking

after the soil and how to improve it

Lets select and grow and a garden

that everyone can safely enjoy

Admission is $10 per person Mia

Mahalo is located at 407 S Washington

in Royal Oak For more information

call (248) 5461900

Black History art exhibitMadonna University Art Department

presents the exhibit Individual

Idioms Interwoven Identity in cele

bration of Black History Month The

exhibit will feature contrasting medi

urns such as paint fiber ceramics col

lage found objects installation and

video by Detroit area artists including

Peter Williams Richard Lewis Chris

Turner Loretta Oliver Elizabeth

Youngblood and Ross Sawyer The

exhibit is on display through

Wednesday Feb 23 Admission is free

and the public is invited to attend

Gallery hours are Monday through

Thursday 8 a m 10 p m Friday Bam

7 p m Saturday 9 a m 5 30 p m and

Sunday 1 5 p m For more information

contact Christina Hill gallery curator

Madonna University art department at

christinahill49@yaiioo com

St Damian craft showSt Damian Catholic Church is looking

for crafters for its annual spring arts

and crafts show that will be held on

Saturday March 12 from 9 a m 3pm

at 30055 Joy Road (between

Middlebelt and Mernman Road) in

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and dedicated people with an interest

in serving terminally ill patients and

their families in Washtenaw Livingston

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Bodyguarding for Afghan president keeps dream alive

Nick Stumpf (foreground) and other bodyguards armed with assault rifles protect President Hamid Karzai in Afghanistan

BY KAREN SMITHCOMMUNITY EDITOR

Nick Stumpf, a bodyguard for Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai, has almost been killed twice in the past few months

But instead of developing nightmares, the 28-year-old former Clarkston resident thanks God every night for keeping him alive and giving him his dream job

I make great money, and I do what I love to do,” he said while visiting his mom, Lynda, last week at his childhood home on Snow Apple

The action — including being shot at by terrorists’ rockets while m a helicopter with Karzai and being rocked by an exploding car bomb — is what attracts him

“You’re trying to keep a guy alive who everyone wants to kill,” he said

Stumpf dreamed of being m the military since he was m the sixth grade at what was then Clarkston Junior High

1 think he dressed half his life in fatigues,’ said Lynda, remembering how Nick would he m the ditch in front of their home, waiting to “ambush” his older sistet and her dates

When Nick saw a photo of military divers, the avid swim­mer — who spent many sum­mer days at Deer Lake and Lake Angelus — decided he wanted to become a member of the U S Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance

“He never veered from it,” Lynda said He has a focus like none other’

Nick — who lived with his father, Robert, in Arizona for high school — joined the Mannes after graduating in 1994 About a year and a half later, he passed the rigorous requirements — including a six-mile ocean swim — for being accepted into the Marine Recon, a special force like the Navy Seals and Green Beret

He served m northern Kuwait and southern Iraq when the U S bombed Saddam Hussein for not allowing U N inspectors m

With his four-year enlist­ment over, along with a six- month extended stay, Stumpf returned briefly to civilian life ‘ to try something new He trained to become an underwa­ter welder and worked on oil ngs But the jobs were sporadic and he missed the military

So he re-enlisted, this time m the Army, with the goal of becoming a Green Beret However, he ‘blew out’ his back durmg a parachute jump

as a member of the 18th Airborne Corp doing long- range surveillance ‘ I still take cortisone shots,’ he said of the injury, which led to a medical discharge

He enrolled at Scottsdale Community College and Arizona State University, thinking of getting a degree so he could go into the CIA or the Drug Enforcement Administration

Then 9/11 happened It was killing me, ’ he said,

of his friends in the service who were starting to deploy “I had to get back into it That’s what really switched it around

A friend, a Green Beret in Afghanistan, told him about the job guarding Karzai and the palace in Kabul He applied to the U S firm that contracts with the State Department for that service

The requirements included having been in the special forces, along with passing an extensive psychological evalua­tion and secret clearance “Every time I took a test, they faxed it off to Washington D C , he said

He made the cut — and later successfully trained to be Karzai s bodyguard “There were 20 of us, he said, adding seven applicants were cut “Those were special forces guys they were cutting Green Berets got cut ’

Stumpf has been guarding Karzai since early 2004

He said the Afghanistan president is a good guy who

loves children and has been treated unfairly by the media But ‘hes stubborn,’ Stumpf said “He kind of reminds me of my grandfather (Don Hayes, who owned the Clarkston Cafe)”

The helicopter attack took place just before the Oct 9 Afghanistan election when Karzai was campaigning on the Pakistan border

We pretty much thought we were dead,” he said, when the rockets shot at them just as the helicopter started to land ‘ We were 35 feet off the ground Somehow the pilot pulled it out,’ he said of the ‘slingshot maneuver

I was like, ‘Holy crap ’” The only thing going through his mmd, he said, was getting his seatbelt back on “You just react It’s weird ’

Stumpf also was jolted by a car bomb in September when it exploded directly behind the palace Three of our guys were killed, he said

While it may be her son’s dream job, it sometimes keeps Lynda awake at nights “Even my sisters (Cheri, 31, and Colleen, 25) have a really hard time with it,” Stumpf said

But Stumpf prays nightly, thanking God for keeping him safe and giving him his job

“I couldn’t say I did it myself,’ he said of how his career has played out — and of his narrow escapes

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While more people now rec­ognize how important it is to use child safety seats, we still have some work to do educat ing folks on the proper use of child safety devices

Last year, the U S Department of Transportation found that 73 percent of child safety restraints are misused The most common errors were loose harness straps around the child and loose seat belts attached to the child restraint They also determined that four out of five kids who’ve out­grown safety seats aren’t in booster seats as they should be

We all want our kids and grandkids to be safe while they’re riding in the car So let’s all make a special effort to ensure were doing everything possible to protect them

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BY LINDA ANN CHOMINSTAFF WRITER

Philip Gach renewed his driver’s license last July It might not seem like a major accomplishment, but for Gach it meant everything just to be able to answer the examiner’s ques­tions

More than a year earlier, a stroke had left the 68-year-old Birmingham resident unable to communicate Gach had been talking on the phone at work when all of a sudden he could­n’t hear A friend drove him to Henry Ford Medical Center in West Bloomfield where they transferred him to Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. About a half an hour after his wife, Shirley, arrived, Gach couldn’t speak

‘ He looked at me with great fright in his eyes,” said Shirley Gach, who was at her husband’s side through 40 days in intensive care, seven surgeries and two bacterial infections Gach finally came home in a wheelchair m Nov 20,2003, with a permanent shunt to relieve fluid on his brain Gach doesn’t remember anything for the seven months following his stroke and relies on his wife to tell the story of what he went through to be able to communicate again

‘More than a month after his sur­gery, a speech therapist evaluated him,” said Shirley He was barely responsive at that point She was ask­ing him to make vowel sounds with­out success, but he could sing Speaking was another thing even

Philip Gach sings 'Blowrn in the Wind' with Debbie Gombert, a music therapist at the University of Michigan Residential Aphasia Program m Ann Arbor

though he understood commands to squeeze your hand ’

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Shirley didn t know where to look for help for the aphasia, a language impairment caused by stroke, brain injury or cancer A family member went on the Internet and found the University of Michigan Residential

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Established m 1947 to assist World War II veterans who’d sustained brain injuries in combat, RAP designs indi­vidualized therapy programs that vary in length Three months of speech therapy at Beaumont helped Gach to speak m sentences, read and write but he still had a long way to go Aphasia affects patients differently depending on the severity of brain damage Some are unable to comprehend words, oth ers can t speak read or write

Four months after determining his communication level, Gach and Shirley checked into a hotel in Ann Arbor Five days a week for six weeks, Gach attended therapy sessions On weekends, they went home to save on costs The program cost $24,000 and was not covered by insurance “It was just like going to school with individ­ual and group therapy, music therapy We even had homework every night,”

said Gach, who kept a journal of his challenges on computer He hopes to eventually return to work Two years before the stroke, he had been m Europe directing procurement opera­tions for Lear Corp At the time of the stroke, he was working as a purchas­ing manager for a Novi business

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“It’s being able to find the word The biggest part is the words won’t come You can go around ” Gash gestures as he struggles to find the appropriate words RAP programs help clients regain skills and develop new ways of communicating when necessary

“It’s frustrating,” said Gach You can see it but can’t find it ”

‘ It wasn’t just speaking but compre­hension, word retrieval, ’ added Shirley “Every week we went out to dinner on Wednesday night with the group so they could-practice their communication skills

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Doctor recommendsValentine's Day all year round

Shirley Gach has been at husband Philip s side ever since he suffered a stroked in April 2003

Chocolate, wine and romance aren t just the quick­est ways to your true love’s heart A University of Michigan Health System cardi­ologist says these Valentine’s Day traditions are also the way to a healthy heart

The spirit of Valentine’s Day with intimacy, a little wine, some chocolate, bringing home flowers or sweets is a tradition we should follow throughout the year It’s one day of celebra­tion that we should continue on a daily basis,” said Dr Melvyn Rubenfire, director of Preventive Cardiology

Don’t feel guilty if you bring Home a box of chocolates for yjour sweetheart as part of your Valentines Day celebration this year

‘ Chocolate has good antioxi­dants that are cardiac or vascu­lar protective,” said Rubenfire

These antioxidants, also known as flavonoids, are also flHmd m fruits, vegetables, tea, afcd red and white wine, and they reduce the risk of blood dpts and heart disease tThe amount of flavonoids in

^particular chocolate depends cm processing White chocolate has the fewest flavonoids, while dark chocolate has the rfiost Rubenfire says it isn’t cjear whether milk or dark chocolate is better for you, “but there are benefits to chocolate that go beyond their good t|6 te” Oddly, m addition toe

protecting the heart, chocolate also may alleviate coughing

A recent study in England found that cocoa, the main ingredient in chocolate, con­tains the flavonoid theobro- mide, and that theobromide was nearly three times more effective m stopping persistent coughs thaft codeme

While there are many poten­tial benefits from eating choco­late there is a limit to how much we should e a t Rubenfire notes that chocolate is relative­ly high in fat and dark choco­late is high in saturated fat Still, it isn’t as dangerous as palm and coconut oils found m some sweets

‘ Just like most foods, eatnig chocolate m moderation can have benefits but it’s full of calories from fats and sugars so we’ve got to be very carefiil not to eat tob ffifrch,” said Rubenfire

As you cozy up to your loved one with a glass of wine or champagne this Valentine’s Day, take heart Wme and other alcoholic beverages can also have benefits for your car­diovascular health

“Wine and other spirits are actually associated with a bet­ter long-term prognosis m adults Longevity is increased with moderate use of alcoholic beverages of all types,” said Rubenfire

In particular, wine seems a good choice because of its high

antioxidant content Moderate use of wine is pretty well demonstrated to be healthy for us, and of course makes us feel good, he said

Alcoholic beverages increase the amount of the ‘good cho­lesterol, or high-density lipoproteins - HDL cholesterol - in the blood

All alcohol produces them to a similar degree As you raise the levels of HDL choles­terol, the risk of heart attacks and strokes can decrease, says Rubenfire

Still, drinking alcoholic bev­erages should be done m mod­eration To reap the benefits, limit your intake to an average of one serving per day for women and two per day for men Drinking to excess can counteract the positive effects of alcohol and actually increase the risk of accidental deaths, alcoholism liver disease (including cirrhosis), obesity, stroke, some cancers, high blood pressure, heart muscle disease, fetal alcohol syn­drome, irregular heart beat, and even sudden death

According to a study pub­lished by the American Heart Association, drinking an aver­age of three or more alcoholic beverages per day over the long-term is associated with these increased nsks Alcohol use should not be viewed as a way to prevent or treat heart and vascular disease and

'I t's very important to realize

that support system s and

social relationships are very

important to our wellness.'

Dr Melvyn Rubenfire -U M cardiologist 1

should be avoided during preg­nancy

The intimacy and spiritual relationships or connections that one can have with their significant other are very important to your health - car­diovascular and otherwise Longevity and feeling of health and Wellfless are all pro­moted by the Valentine s Day spirit, said Rubenfire

“Its very important to realize that support systems and social relationships are very impor­tant to our wellness We ve all heard of the married couples who are married for many, many, years and when one of them dies, the other dies short­ly thereafter’

Rubenfire attributes this to the fact that there is a lot of evidence that suggests people who are ill but who have a good support system through a spouse, friends or family, live longer than people who don’t

FROM PAGE C6“It s an extraordinary pro­

gram Phil s comprehension, sentence formulation improved He was able to explain things better He was having progression of thought and was able to follow direc­tions He was better at explain­ing because he was keeping a journal ”

Shirley sat in on 90 percent of the sessions Family mem­bers and caregivers are an important part of the program The two still travel to Ann Arbor once a week to take part in the Language Enrichment Group The ongoing program allows Gach to practice com­munication skills with patients from as far away as Fenton, Lansing, Jackson, and Toledo

FAMILY MATTERS

The program is also for caregivers, said Joanne Pierson, associate director of

RAP We want to help spouses learn new ways of communica­tion We do conversational Zcoaching to understand you ‘rmay need to speak more slowly^ rephrase a question, give them f „ time to respond

We re such a verbal society They need to learn other ways u whether it s a pocket commum-j cator to point to what they need, learning to have a pencil n and paper so they can draw We teach them to use gestures, to signal dialing a phone ”

In Gach s case, singing brought much success

“There are clients who can’t t say anything but can sing songs The music helps them to get their words out,” said Mimi Block, h e |d of clinical services Success with music therapy is °

common for people with apha­sia Singing enables them to say words or phrases ” H

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Chemical sensitivity supportThe group for the chemically sensi

tive their families and friends meets

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The chemically sensitive are people

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exposure to such things as perfume

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Cholesterol screening In an effort to educate community

members about the importance of

maintaining healthy cholesterol lev

els the University of Michigan Health

System s Michigan Visiting Nurses is

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lesterol screening clinics More than

64 million Americans suffer from

some form of cardiovascular disease

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in America according to the American

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disease and stroke A total cholesterol

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person s risk for heart disease and

stroke Clinics will be offered from 10

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ClassesStrengthen Your Bones Naturally 6 8

pm Wednesday Feb 16 a n d 23 at

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Fibromyalgia workshopDr Kramer wilt give the free workshop 6 3 0 p m Wednesday Feb 16 at the

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Divorce support The Women s Resource Center at

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Divorce Support Group7 9 p m

Tuesday Feb 22 Gaining Financial

Control of Your Divorce Room 225 of

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M e n i n g i t i s i m m u n i z a t i o n h e l p s p r e v e n t d i s e a s e

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, especially when it could mean the differ­ence between life and death for graduating high school seniors bound for college Bacterial meningitis stnkes swiftly and suddenly, leaving its victims with limb amputations or dead m as little as two hours

Annually, approximately 2,400 to 3,000 Americans fall victim to bacterial meningitis, about 10 percent die from it According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Meningitis immunizations are effective at pre­venting this disease that is six times more likely to plague college freshmen living m dorms The Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Michigan urges parents and high schools to book vaccinations now before students gradu­ate

The State of Michigan mandates that high

schools and colleges inform students and par­ents about bacterial meningitis, also known as meningococcal meningitis, and the preventative vaccine

“Awareness is key to prevention, said Kay Renny, manager of Community Programs at Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Michigan

Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Michigan is one of a handfiil of locations for stu­dents to get the vaccine either by appointment at its Oak Park office, at their school or at a ‘ shot party at home

“We believe this immunization is important, said Renny “While meningitis is rare, its effects are deadly’

To learn more, visit wwvvvna org To schedule an appointment or a clinic at your school, call (248) 967-8751

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How does your Southern background play Into your work?It has given me awareness of diversity — different lifestyles, attitudes and a variety of climates For example, Troy is very different from Tennessee, which is again different from New York Women are on the move — they travel, own businesses, do chanty work — it s about living the life of the consumer and understanding her needs

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(MS) - Vmyl siding is fast becoming the extenor cladding of choice for home- owners across the country This growing interest is a result of design innovation and advanced technology, according to Bob Garrett, brand manager, LP Vinyl, a major producer of vinyl siding

“Vinyl siding gives consumers the fea tures and benefits they want when choos ing matenals for their homes,’ said Garrett Here he outlines the key reasons, using his company’s products as example

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A broad range of colors meets every architectural and design need The LP Norman Rockwell Vinyl Sidmg Collection is one of the longest color lines on the market, with options that range from deep darks to neutrals to white High quality pigments and new technolo gy such as the LP ChromaLock process resist the damaging rays of the sun and provide an attractive look for years to come Cedar-gramed texture, m a solid color or a hand-stamed look, replicates real wood siding

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Sell your house before you buy a new one and saveI own a house, should i find and buy a new one or list my house first9

Many sellers are faced with this very same question I recently had a client who was afraid to list her property until she found her ideal house She was concerned that if she listed her condo and someone bought her place she may not have the time to find the perfect new house for her and her husband

What should you do9 You want to move, however, you are afraid that if you sell your home before you find another one, you may be forced into a home that you may not completely like

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have a right to stay at your home before you must leave You may request 30 to 60 days occupancy

The buying process should not take long You can see what is out there very quickly You can pretty much look at all that is out there that meet y our ci i tena in one weekend In the case of the concerned lady her condo sold the follow mg week end after listing it and she Loj01 t i house two weeks latfr

The problem with buying a new home before you list your property is that you would then be pressured to accept a much lower offer for your home You

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If you would like a to buy a house and you still own your home, you could give a contm gent offer that states that you will buy the house when your home sells Homeowners larely like getting contingent offers and you usually ha\ c 70 hours to pay up if someone else gi\ es a compel ngoffci Buyeis who lose a home that they have been become emotionally attached to are rarely happy campers

Lets say you don t find th a t perfect home after yoq just

sold your house, and you are running out of days that you may occupy your now sold home If worst comes to worst- you may consider renting for the interim Moving twice is certainly not an ideal, however, it beats the risk of paying two mortgages

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S O U T H L Y O N - 4 bedroom 2 5 bath 2242 sq ft built 2004 FR w /fp lc master w/Jacuzzi so m uch more Pics and more a t w w w doortodream scom or 877 934 6683 ID 706 fo r details Call Derek Bauer $319 900 (C25853) 734 678 4745

W HITEM ORE LA K E Just Listed' Lakefront Cape cod on 680 acre all sports W h temore Lake Gorgeous views o f lake 3 season porch 4 bedroom over 1400 sq ft Large lo t & updated Vo Call Marilyn Handioser$299 900 (E138) 248-231 4216

L IV O N IA - Beautiful open so ft ' ranch 3 bedrooms 2 bath

cathedral ceilings skylight w e t bar GR & DR Fireplace 2 car attached garage part fin bsm t appliances & home warranty mcl Visit w w w altthehousesnet o r call Tom Reichard$225 900 (028277) 734 968 4959

LIVONIA • Location Location Location' Livonia Stevenson High School Burton Hallow sub with a wooded ravine lo t 4 bedroom 2 full bath home has so m uch to offer Call Judee Taormina

$279 900 (P16971) 734 634 2136

CANTON - Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 5 bath condo Great room w/adjoim ng dining area Finished rec room w /w et bar in basem ent New ceram ic flo o r in foyer & kitchen w /doorwal! to patio First floor

2 car attached garage Call Judylaundry Powell $194 900 (H45193) 734 646 7541

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LIVONIA - 4 bedroom 2 5 bath home 2 car attached garage Newer roof furnace HWH w indows & more Just hit the market' Finished basement fam ily room w/natural firep lace & w e t bar Q u ick occupancy too Call Jim Donohoe $224 900 (D38973) 313 570 5511

SOUTHFIELD - Sharp 1 600 sq f t b rick ranch w /g ou rm e t oak k itchen fam ily room roof (01) furnace w /C /A (02) newer w indow s (29) glass b lock {99) 2 tie r deck backs to woods All appls & home warn Call Sylvia Florence A lbert $199 900 (E23370) 734 216-4942

DEARBORN HTS. - S top your search' This home is a sparkling gem you must see 3 bedroom 1 5 bath w/walkout basement new furnace C /A newer crpt floor driveway w indow s eat in k it & DR Visit w ww altthehousesnet o r call Tom Reichard$15 4 9 0 0 (A 5439) 7 34 9 6 8 -4 9 5 9

REDFORD Looks like brand new This Redford bungalow has an all new intenor Floonng kitchen bath & paint area all new Newer roof furnace & w indows too N ew on the market' Call J im Donohoe $ 1 1 3 9 0 0 (B17310) 313 570 5511

N O V I - Like new (02 year built) end unit ranch style condo 2 bedroom 2 bath 2 car garage & great Novi loc Upgrades T/O cathedral ceilings jetted tubs fp lc hdw d firs & great view ' Call Marilyn Handioser$244 900 (C28280) 248 231 4216

REDFORD - Great 3 bedroom bungalow hom e w/fim shed basem ent nice open floo r plan Updates incl furnace & air w indow s upda ted k itchen Extra insulation & built in china cab o ft kitchen Call Virginia Kaufmann $ 11 6 0 00 (B17733) 734 740 1712

LIVONIA - Popular Burton Hollow Sub 4 bedrooms 2 baths 2133 sq ft Open floor plan w /vaulted ceilings in living room dining room & kitchen New roof (04) & dining room Flonda room overlooking landscaped & fenced yard Call Mike Judge$269 000 (W34175) 734 591 9200x155

LIVONIA - A m ust seel 3 bedroom 1 5 bath brick ranch in Rosedale Gardens Updates A/C 04 refinished hdwd firs landscaped in f ro n ts back privacy fence copper p lrrb Finished basem ent w/glass block w indows Call Judee Toarmina $184 900 (M11447) 734 634 2136

REDFORD - Attractive bungalow 1100 sq f t 3 bedroom 1 5 bath bsm t & garage Updates mcl roof fum kit cabs 7 entrs elecl Heated garage a handyman w o o d w o rk s dream Landscaped & fenced yard Call Mike Judge

$139 900 (K15544) 734 591 9200x155

W ESTLAN D Distinctive & artfu lly elegant 3 bedroom 3 5 bath b rick ranch Gourmet kitchen Greafjroom library with French doors professionally fin ished basement & all overlooking Anthony s Pond Call Je ff Kovatch or C indy Evans

734 748 5187 $324 900 (A3864Q) 313 622 8755

LIVONIA - Beautifully decorated & loaded w /updates 3 bedroom 1 5 bath New kitchen w /h ickory cabs 03 New w indows 00 A /C & fum 00 Roof 02 Siding tnm

gutters 02 Call George Haddad

$214900 (C33544) 248 231-0808

D EARBO RN H TS Extrem ely w ell maintained 3 BR 1 094 sq f t updated brick ranch Finished basement w /w et bar & 1 5 car garage All appliances stay A m ust see' Visit w w w samsellshouses com o r cal! Sam Evans

SOUTH LYON 4 bedroom 2 5 bath 3 000 sq f t soaring ceilings triple staircase dual fireplace gorgeous amazing hom e Pics & to u r at w ww doortodream s com or call 877 934- 6683 ID 709 Call Derek Bauer

PLYMOUTH - Totally updated ranch spacious eat n kitchen Neutra colors Ceramic tile & je t tub n b a th New Berber carpet Finished basement w /an extra room Large tree lined lo t and m uch more Cal! Judee Taormina

J f0 9 9 O O (G8065) 734 604-2405 $389900 (C25883) 734 678-4745 $20 9 9 00 (M 9122 ) 7 34 6 3 4 213 6

M O N R O E - Perfect hom e fo r w ater people 3 BR ranch w /inground pool 1/2 m ile from state park w /boat ramps New poo l liner pum ps & filters Hardwood copper p lm b hdwd firs vinyl wndws & more Visit w w w a llthehousesnet or call Tom Re chard$139 000 (S1509) 734 968 4959

LIVONIA - Welcome to th is open floor plan 3 bedroom 2 bath 1 471 sq ft brick ranch Hardw ood floors t/o 2 car attached garage basement & a lot of updates Visit w w w samsellshouses com or call Sam Evans

$249 900 (W16391) 734 604 2405

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Open floor plan w/3 bdrms ■ i 2 full baths Sunny I vmg room formal dining room family room w/gaS fireplace White kitchen w/appltances French doors open to 3 sea son room w/wail of wn dows Deck & patio Lovely yard $309 900 (PI311)

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B LO O M FIELDSpacious 2 400 sq ft 4 bdrm 2 5 bath Quad level home w/tmshed bsmt Foyer has slate floor Living room formal dining room & large Family Room w/fire place Kitchen w/breakfast area Updates including roof furnace C/A & more1 $359 900 (WH681)

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B LO O M FIELDA great neighborhood in the City of Bloomfield Classic colonial w/fm shed walk out lower level 3 BRs plus master ste w/fireplace LR & DR plus ig family rm Deck spanning back of home overlooks beaut ful yard w/custom landscap ng $590 000 LOOKING FOR A CONDO’ Call Kathleen Rob nson

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B RIG H TO N /H O W ELLBuilders close out Only 3 lots remain Your plans or ours Great locat on w/sewers side walks 1/2 acre lots 1800 sq ft fo ro n ly$180 000 complete

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J U S T L I S T E D !43645 Ryegate just west of Morton Taylor Well mantamed 4 bedroom Windsor Park Colonial with very private backyard At $219 900 you w on t want to pass up a home like this in such a popular Canton neighborhood Owners anx ious to move and ready to look at all offers you could be moved before Spring'

CALL CINDY QREY (734) 546 6785

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AW ES O M E3 Bdrm 1 5 bath Colonial for under 200K in North Canton Clean & neutral Numerous updates Bsmt & 2 car attached garage Move in and enjoy! $197 900 (ST437JF)

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CANTONLovely 3 bdrm 1 5 bath home w/vaulted ceilings Living Room opens to Family Room Master bdrm w/wa!k in closet Finished lower level w/den 2 doorwalls to wrap around deck Tons of storage 2 car attached garage $204 900 (HA137)

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CAN TO N H O M E F O R S A L E3 bedroom 1& bath

Plymouth Canton School (734) 748 2292

CANTON CONDOBeaut ful 3 bdrm condo n Plymouth/Canton schools oak cabinet hardwood floors Berber carpet ng w ith 1st floor laundry Must see w ont last call now

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Spac ous & spotless 3 bdrm 2 bath ranch w/sun room & part f n bsmt Ply/eanton schools All appl stay $224 900

Century 21 Premer 734 453-4300

N V ES TO R S W ELC O M E3bdrm 1 bath ranch on approx 5 acre (66x370) Locat on can be used for res dental commercal or bus ness $320 000

Century 21 Premier 734 453 4300

O P EN F L O O R P LA N2 Bdrm 2 bath v th large k tchen & great room 2 gas f replaces 1 in large master bath $229 900 (AKKCOO)

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Open Sat & Sun 1 4 43819 Fredercksbug 1500 sq ft Colonial 3 bdrm many updates $199 000 By Owner (734) 397 8015

P U LTE H O M E Open Sun 1 4 Central Parksub Suiftin 2001 2000 sq ft brick colonial Plymouth Canton schools 4 bedroom 2 5 baths cherry cab nets in k tchen & bath hardwood floors 3 car garage large brick paver patio prates sionahy andscaped sub divi son poo & tenns courts $379 000 Call for appt (734) 395 3955

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Y O U C A N T G O W R O N G '!Charming updated 3 bdrm 1 5 bath ranch w/par fin bsmt Also b re k f replace arge kitchen huge deck &

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SAY H E L L O T O A G O O D B U Y 'Totally updated br ck ranch 3 beds 2 baths attached garage deck & beautiful Fieldstone fireplace Call to see th s one today'$169 900 (244BE)

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We l ma ntamed & updated w/3 bdrm 15 bath tn shed bsmt & 2 car garage Lvng room w/firepiace & bay wndow Dining room Kitchen j/hardwood floor & dco wall to paito Newer roof & C/A Satel ite dish Fenced yard $189 900 (TU224)

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CUSTOM 4 BEDROOM2 5 Bath Contemporary home on h lltop Walk out tarn ly room w/f replace & doorwall to paver patio Formal dm ng room Lbrary Fin shed bsmt C/A Pella windows 2 car side entry garage $349 900 (C0382)

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FA R M IN GTO N H ILLSLarge updated colon al 4 bdrms 2 5 baits dnmg room 3 f replaces 1st floor mud/aundry room & more' 2 5 car garage too $299 735 (45BYC)

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22540 Vacn Lane N/off 9 Mile E/of halsted Beautiful Tudor on a seen c lot back ng commons Updated from roof to floors in last 5 years Gourmet k tchen w/granite counters Four spa c ous bdrms 2 5 baths Day I te f n shed bsmt Farm ngton Schools $379 000

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C O M P L E T E L Y R EN O V A TEDR A N C H 3 Bdrm attach garage basement large lot $132 000 (734) 564 4982

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O PEN 1 4 S U N D AY6419 Sunset S o f Warren E of Merrman Terrfc 3 bedroom brek ranch with a large eat in k tchen tirst floor aundry garage

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O PEN 1 4 S U N D A Y28601 Bock S of Ford E of M ddlebelt Sharp 3 bedroom ranch on A acre lot partially finished bsmt2 car garage many updates $159 900

S H AR P3 bedroom brick ranch large remodeled kitchen & bath basement & 2 car garage updates galore

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J U S T L I S T E D !Lake vews and access to Ore Lake 4 Bedroom 2 2 Bath ranch with finished walk out basement Many updates throughout 234 900Gail Turner 248 873 0087

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C U TE 3 8ED R ANCH in City Berber carpet wood floor fire place new roof full bsmt 2 car garage a I appliances stay $179 900 (517) 540 1437

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Maintenance tree 1996 Ranch w/3 bdrm & 25 bath Extras include marble fireplace sprinkler system playscape nice landscaping Spacious floor pan'

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With many updates Living room & family room have fireplaces french doors

leading to fenced backyard Enjoy the views from your covered porch 2 5 car garage $189 900

Call Johanna Woodard (734) 891 0913

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Northville42270 Sunnydale Lane Four bedroom quad n great sub with schools and parks East o ff B radner and south o f 6 Mile $309 900

44844 Aspen Ridge Three bedroom cape condo w th fin shed daylight lower level South o f 6 Mile and west o f Sheldon $448 44

39556 Dun Rov n Two bedroom cape condo with m ain floor m aster South o f 6 Mile and west o f Haggerty $299 900

39556 V illage Run Three £edroom cape cond with mam floor m aster suite South o f 6 Mile and w est o f Haggerty $309 900

Livonia19078 Shay Ct Three bedroom/den detached ranch condo South o f 7 Mile and east of Levan $335 000

Plymouth11349 Cedar Lane Three bedroom ranch horn with m any updates 2 car garage North o f An A rbor T ra I east o f 275 $224 900

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2 car attached garage Room to grow $173 900

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BEST P R IC E IN A R EA !3 bdrm brick ranch w/important updates Large breezeway can be used as family room partly finished bsmt 2 car garage Must see' $174 900 (20ARC)

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BRICK R A N C H 1700 Sq ft bit 89 3 bdrm 2 5 bath first floor laundry fu ll finished bsmt great closets on cul se sac $284 900

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BY OWNER Open Sun 1 4 20172 Wayne Rd S on Ellen off 8 Mi W/Wayne Deer Creek Sub Custom built ranch 3 bdrm optional 4th bdrm 3 fu ll bath Ig kitchen upgrades 248 473 5387

BY OWNER 3 bedroom newer kitchen updated family room w/wet bar large corner lot Odown $1100 per month

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J U S T L I S T E D !CHARM ING BRICK R ANCHLiving room w/bay window Kitchen w/built in oven & cooktop 3 bdrms Finished bsmt w/fireplace Garage w/greenhouse Home war ranty $167 500 (DE115)

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County Living in tbs CityCape cod style home on 1/2 acre corner lot 3 bdrm 1 1/2 bath 1st floor laundry new boiler some newer windows woodburmng stove ail appli ances Included Viewing on Sat s In Feb 11am 4pm $160 000 Call fo r address & directions 313 719 6246

C O V EN TR Y G A R D EN S 15780 Southhampton 3 bedroom brick ranch 2 5 car garage new roof new central air & spr nktars $249 900 Call (248) 476 8163 for more info

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GREAT LOCATIONGreat Price Occupancy Brick ranch w/3 bdrms 2 5 bath & finished bsmt Garage has attached screened in porch Call Today' $172 500 (46ARC)

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Clean 3 bdrm brick ranch in a nice established neighbor hood Newer roof windows hardwood floors & 1 5 baths Walk to the park & very closet to Edward Hines Dr access 1

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LIV O N IA3 bdrm 4 bath brick ranch Formal dining family room w/fireplacS laundry room basement 2 car garage Call for details' $389 900

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LIV O N IA M U S T S E E 3 bedrm 2 bath 2 car garage 15457 Sunset $189 000 (734) 525 9268 homesbyowner com/85791

LOVELY LIVONIA3 bdrm Ranch Move m condition finished bsmt hardwood floors 2 car garage Livonia Schools $169 900

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Motivated sellers havereduced asking price on this sharp 4 bedroom 1A bath Wmdndge colonial withupdates finished basement and 2 car attached garage on large lot to $248 500

Great Wmdndge Village colonial with 3 bedrooms 2 A baths is Immaculate neutrally decorated and nicely mam talned Open floor plan partly

I basement and 2 carfinished attached garage $274 500

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O P E N 1-4 S U N D AY9064 Melvin N of Joy W of Middlebelt Lovely 3 bedroom bungalow with a remodeled kitchen & bath 2T4 car garage $169 900

O P E N 2 4 S U N D AY30012 Five Mile N of Five W of Middlebelt Well maintained 4 bedroom 5 bath home with a family room huge kitchen 4 season room 2 car garage many updates $289 900

O P E N 1 4 S U N O AY34816 St Martins Bi Centennial Estates 4bedroom brick tudor formal living room & dining room fireplace 2 A baths fu ll bsmt tiered deck with hot tub 2 car attached garage $379 900

NICE3 bedroom brick ranch with a family room spacious kitchen 2 car garage newer w ndows & furnace

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P O P U LA R W O R C H ES TERColonial featurng 4 bdrm 2 5 bath fam ly room library dming-room Ig hv mg room circular sta rway main bath w/garden tub finished bsmt & so much more Call Today! $409 000 (39EDG)

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P R IC E R ED U C ED !7 Mile & Newburgh 1450 sq f t ranch on nearly 1/2 an acre lot Many quality updates m past 10 years You gotta see this home at $195 000 Cali Keith Becker 313 595 4599

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1 5 Bath brick home offers huge llvng room w/vaulted ceilings Neutral decor & fresh paint Oak kitchen Newer floor & countertop Family room w/doorwall to fenced yard 2 car garage $199 900 (HI297)

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S H A R P C A P E C O DBuilt in 1997 great room w/fireplace oak kitchen 1st floor laundry 3 bdrms 2 5 baths Full bsmt & side entry garage $224 900

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4 Bdrm brick Ranch w/fm ished bsmt & 2 car garage Has new roof windows C/A furnace carpet & m ore' Hardwood floors throughout Beautifully landscaped fenced yard Home Is in immaculate con dition $215 000 (RI384)

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• 3 bedroom ranch with tons of updating finished base ment garage $174 900

• R ED U C ED 3 bedroom 1 t o bath ranch with lots of updating finished basement and 2 car garage $179 925

• 3 bedroom V A bath 1500 sq ft ranch with updates full basement 2 car attached garage Only $199 900

• 4 bedroom 2V2 bathKimberly Oaks colonial with basement and 2 car attached garage $235 900

• 4 bedroom 3 bath Western Golf Estate colonial w/fmished basement and 2 car attached garage on large lot $314 500

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ALMOST 1/2 ACRE 3 bed 2bath Too many updates to list 15770 Fry $219 900 Call now 734 262 0687

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Nortiiville CommonsOne of a kind Nosan built 3 bedroom 2 V z bath ranch on 26 acre lot with mature trees Updates Full basement 2 car attached garage and close to schools $329 900

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WE$T BLOOMFIELD Woods o f Orchard Lake5 bedrooms 4 2 baths entertainers delight wth 3 frpcs gourmet k t soaring ceil ng b dged uppe eve crown/dental mold ng master ste w/his n ners WIC sky ghts ac tub sep shower fin bsmt & 3 car gar (B51RED) 248 363 1200 $599 900

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FARM INGTON H IL L S Spectacular31 bath coionia Great open floor plan Huge master suite beautifu updated kitchen 2003 Finished basement Hdwd floors in foyer & libra y many bu It ins Newer roof gutters 8. siding Front courtyard entry (B89GRE) 248 626-8800 $449 900

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LEO N A R D Custom ColonialBeaut fu on approx 2 5 acres w/5 BRs and 4 1 BAs open & spac c is LR DR large FR w/garden rm & fin LL w/o w/fu bar game room hot tub Florida m steam & sauna Custom pool apt over gar 5 car gar (B73CU R) 248 642-8100 $689,000

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WEST BLOOMFIELD Stunning Euro TownhomeP ofessiona /designed ntero buTde smode w/100K of extras 3 story 3 BR 3 5 BA b ck tvnse w/2 BR sts both w/own BA & W C FF MBR w marble fl jetted spa tub granite k t & hdwd firs F n basement & 2 5 car ga (B90GAT) 248 642 8100 $444 000

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Builders see smart homes as wise decisions for homeownersBY DAVID B R A D L E YASSOCIATED PRESS

New homes with a mind of their oym may seem futuristic to home­owners but not to the nation's home builders

According to a survey of more than 1,000 home builders, the reality of the smart home” is here and now

A majority of builders - nearly two in three - say they already construct homes with an eye on “smart home ’ technology as it exists now and how it may yet evolve The idea of ordering your oven to preheat as you sit in an office or turning on lights and adjust­ing thermostats as you're stuck in traffic will be commonplace, along with dozens if not hundreds of other in-home possibilities

The survey, by home center retailer

Lowe s, is a sign that high-tech homes are going mainstream m the housing sector

According to David Steed, senior vice president of merchandising for Lowe s, that builders have warmed to creation of homes in sync with lap­tops or programmed for household functions is evidence that homeown­ers best be aware of more than bricks and mortar as they build their next home or undertake a major home renovation

“Builders are keenly aware of how their business is changing and bemg driven by technology considerations,” says Steed “It s not a trend as much as it is simply the way home building is going”

Yet homeowners aren't m the dark about the enlightened possibilities Some 51 percent of builders say their

customers ask for the technology nowAnd the pace of smart home tech­

nology seems poised to rapidly gam greater steam The majority of builders see smart homes as having already arrived or just a few years away from catching on across the housing spectrum Only 14 percent think the concept is five or more years away from widespread acceptance

Right now, smart home technology centers on preparing a home to accept - or be ready to accept - vari­ous technologies

FUNCTION JU N C TIO NScott Goodelle, of Pass and

Seymour, a supplier of what is described as high function junction boxes that bundle phone, broadcast and Internet technology through one spot in the house, says houses today

offer ‘ structured wiring,” meaning that builders run high-capacity cables throughout the home to link rooms, appliances and entertainment devices He suggests builders include additional wiring capacity during construction or remodeling so the home is ready to adapt as technolo­gies and needs change

Just how and when those changes occur is anyone's guess Steed of Lowe s says that while beefed-up wiring in a home seems simple, hav­ing it centralized with easy access for upgrades and adaptations is the linchpin that will allow a home to change along with technology

Although the cost to adequately wire a home - Goodelle pegs cable costs at a nickel per foot - adds incre­mentally to construction costs, home-

owners would do well to take alpng term view that their home will be in a state of readiness as technology becomes available A so-called stfjart home can also be viewed as a plus by potential buyers during resale One- quarter of builders say homeowner perception that the added cost isn t worth it may be a significant bafrier to smart home technology

For their part, builders think home- owners will gravitate to smart homes overtime One-third of builders say the concept will take off as consumers see smart home technology featured m show or display homes

The survey was taken among Atten­dees at the International Builder Show m Orlando, Fla

Whirlpool: Nice to come home toB Y DAVID B R A D L E Y

FOR AP WEEKLY FEATURES

Style-oriented Europeans have transformed a distinctly American invention into a work of relaxation art

Sleek cars? TVendy hand­bags? Designer clothes? Nope How about a whirlpool hath7

Bath- and spa-maker Jacuzzi has teamed with Ferrari designer Pimnfanna to create a whirlpool bath that is expected to make a splash among high end tubs once it reaches the U S mar­ket m March

The new appliance, dubbed Morphosis, elevates the premium whirlpool expe­rience beyond the notion of warm water swirling in a tub

‘This will be a statement piece in a bathroom,” said Betsy Sikes of Charlotte, N C

Sikes has sold jetted spas and tubs for more than 20 years for Hughes Kitchen and Bath Supply, and sees this as a whirlpool tub peo pie will focus on m their bath design, not the other way around

Todays whirlpool and spa experience is intended to be intensely personal for har­

ried, tapped-out users who see spas as an escape if not outright therapy

Sikes uses terms such as ‘hydromassage’’ and “chro- matherapy” to describe what her customers seek m upscale tubs

Hydrotherapy m premium models such as the Morphqsis involves multiple well-placed jets of water heated to a constant temper­ature to gently pummel aches and pains into submis­sion

Chromatherapy derives from a centunes-old practice that colors hold properties to soothe the stressed

Each model of this high- tech tub uses multicolor fiber optic lights in the jets and LED lights m the arch to merge water and light into a soothing experience

Jacuzzi president Kent Baker doesn t separate the physical functions of Morphosis frbm the esthetics of the Pimnfanna design Both, he says, complement each other

“How often would you take guests into the master bath­room to show them a tub7 said Baker “We see con­sumers getting emotional

about the design, and that is part of the overall spa experi­ence”

Pimnfanna is an Italian studio best known for its design of Ferran, Alfa Romeo and Peugeot sport cars

“Jacuzzi knows howto move water, but Pimnfanna was really the best choice for design when it comes to an upscale model like this,” said Baker

The sleek acrylic design is featured in white with chrome fixtures There are three models available in oval shapes or to fit m cor­ners Retail pnces are expected to be m the $19,000 to $22,000 range

Sikes said many customers ‘ won’t bat an eye ’ at the cost because many will “see this as an investment piece ’

Style, she said, ‘is more important than ever ’

For others, a functional spa expenence is worth it at the end of the day

My customers want a sanctuary, a place where they go lock the door m the bath room and just sit in the tub and relax, said Sikes ‘There is an emotional attachment ” On the Web wwwjacitfzi com

It's still a great time to buy(NAPSI) - According to a recently released

survey by the National Association of Realtors, first time homebuyers currently account for 40 percent of all homes purchased This significant portion of home purchasers has helped fuel record levels of home sales over the past several years-hnd economic conditions indicate future first time homebuyers will remain a substantial percentage of the overall market

On average, first time homebuyers are rela­tively young and financially stable As cited m the NAR survey, the typical homebuyer is 32, has a household income of $52,500 and makes a down payment of 3 percent on a home costing $139,000 With currentlnortgage rates still hovering at near histone low levels, those in the market for their first home will still be enticed by the advantages of home ownership

As one might predict, the majority of first time homebuyers seek the expert guidance of real estate professionals when beginning the search process ERA Real Estate, one of the world's largest residential real estate franchises, is one company that provides customized servic­es to meet the needs of those purchasing a home for the first time

The ERA Answers book, for example, is a free resource guide available to first time buyers without obligation in a pnnt version at ERA offices and online at www ERA com The book addresses more than 90 of the most frequently asked questions about buying and selling a home and has been specifically designed to help consumers feel more comfortable and confident about their home buying and selling decisions

On the company s Web site ERA com, My

ERA com offers first time homebuyers conven­ient and useful features such as My Virtual, Assistant, which allows visitors to save and access their local office/agent profiles and track and record activities such as title searches and utility information Create A Room is another feature of My ERA com that can be used to design a virtual room layout for moving or redecorating purposes For the especially tech- sawy homebuyer, ERA com Mobile allows com­plete access to ERA com home listings from wireless tdols, including cell phones and person­al digital assistants

Through ERA Mortgage, there is a range of flexible mortgage options specifically designed to meet the needs of first time homebuyers such as 100% financing ERA s Web site also features an ‘Affordability Calculator’ to help those m the market for their first home determine exactly what their financing needs may be And ERA s range of “Select Consumer Services’ offers dis­counts on many goods and services first time buyers may need-such as insurance, security alarms, moving and home warranties

As a result of these and other products and services, ERA Real Estate was recently ranked the recipient of the 2004 J D Power and Associates Award for “Highest Overall Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms The award resulted from a 2004 Home gjiyer/Seller Satisfaction Study, based on responses from 4,977 homebuyers and sellers The study was conducted on behalf of Cendant Corporation by JD Power and Associates

For more information, visit www ERA com

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H o m e B uAntique Forest features Luxury in the Woods and Easy Access to EverythingN estled in nature’s paradise, Antique Forest pro­

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features spacious 1/3-acre densely wooded home sites with architecturally unique streetscapes.

Antique Village offers luxury first floor master suite and classic colonial floor plans from 2,909 to 3,420 square feet, priced from the mid $400s. These beautiful 3 and 4 bedroom award winning homes include 3-car side entry garages, hardwood floors, ceramic tile, palatial master suites and gourmet kitchens Antique Forest consists of 130 homes sur­rounded by acres of mature forest and parkland providing a private, secluded backdrop not typically found in today’s new neighborhoods Heritage Park, Independence Park and The Summit on the Park recreational facility are easily accessible for family fun The future Patriot Park m Canton will be with­in walking distance

With close proximity to 1-275,1-94,1-96 and M-14, Antique Forest is minutes from four major malls, as well as the quain t shopping districts o f both Plymouth and Northville. Ann Arbor is a short drive to a multitude of cultural and entertainment events, while Canton offers a wide variety of restaurants, theaters and more

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Lovely 3 bdrm 1 5 bath bungalow Ktchen w/built in appliances Huge master bdrm w/walk in closet & bult n dresser F rushed bsmt 2 car garage $120 000 (IN199)

CENTURY 21 TODAY (313) 538 2000

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J U S T LIS T ED 'Completely renovated 3 Bedroom beauty Fresh paint new furnace water heater & roof Updated kitchen w/gramte counters finished basement ■& 2 car garage $154 900 (815FO)

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O P E N S U N 1 - 413926 Garfield N of I96E of Beech Daly 3 bdrm brick ranch 1 5 bahts 2 car garage $119 900 1140 0 Winston S ot Plymouth Rd W of Telegraph 3 bdrm bnck ranch updates bsmt & garage $ 1 2 4 9 Q 0 8938 Roblndale N of Joy Rd E of Beech Daly totally updated 3 bdrm brick ranch 1 5 baths finished bsmt & garage $149 903 26740 Joy Rd 1 bdrm 1st floor condo unt mo Ma ntenance Fee incl gas & water pool & carport $52 900

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3 Bdrm 1 5 bath bungalow w/d nmg room Remodeled master bdrm w/half bath Newer kitchen furnace C/A & more Bsmt Garage Immediate occupancy$127 000 (W0201)

CENTURY 21 TODAY (313) 538 2000

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JUST LISTEDBIG 2,200 SQ F T RANCH

on 3/4 acre Wooded cut de sac ot Living room w/frepace Formal dining room w/Petla bay wndow 3 bdrms 2 fu baths lg fam ly room & b g kitchen w/appl ances Finished bsmt w/2nd f replace $228 500 (OA237)

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H a n d y m a n S p e c ia lHome n Southfeld Large yard $1G0k (248) 408 2726

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Updated 2 017 sg ft 4 bdrm 2 5 bath Colonial w/fimshed bsmt Kitchen w/eat in area opens to Fam ly Room w/fireplace Hardwood floors thru out Master sute w/jetted tub $262 900 (SP300)

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BIG & B EA U TIFU Lbrick Cape Cod 4 bdrm 3 5 bath living room large kitchen family room w/fire place & study Bsmt Up dates' Large lot in private area 2 car garage Home warranty $249 900 (TA242)

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T R E A T Y O U R S E L F '4 bedroom with the works' 3 car garage finished basement with 2nd kitchen Gjorgeous master suite Custoifi touches through out Sits on large lot m wooded sub $394 900 (2414487(3)

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FRANKLIN VALLEY SUB Updated & neutral 3 bdrm ranch 2 full bath spacious Ivm g room & kitchen with two way fireplace finished basement Farm rgton Hills schools $275 000

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on large corner lo t big 2 694 sq ft 4 bdrm 2 5 bath Colon a Lvng room dining room fam ly room w/firep!ace & kitchen w/breakfast room & appli ances Master bdrm w/fireplace & dressing area Bsmt Pato 2 car side entry garage Satellite dish West Btoomfeld Schools (CE518)

CENTURY 21 TODAY (248) 855 2000

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B RAND NEW H O M E3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath bsmt garage new construct on $159 900 734 341 6743

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CENTURY 21 TODAY (734) 462 9800

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IM M A C U LA T E 3 Bdrm 2ceramic baths brick ranch c/a 2 5 car garage w/exlras 32741 Grandview $159 900 No Realtors 734 326 8238

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CENTURY 21 TODAY (24$) 855 2000

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Century 21 Row (734) 464 7111

FARM IN GTON DOW NTOW N1586 sq ft ranch condo 2 bedroom 3 full baths fire place finished bsmt 2 car fifed garage $272 900

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CENTURY 21 TODAY (248) 855 2000

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FA R M IN GTO N H ILLSBotsford Commons Adult Community (50+ years) 2 bdrm 2 bath unit w/full b s m t & garage All appli ances stay Open floor plan Cul de sac location 24 hr security Restaurant pool library & theatre n com plex Immediate occupan cy $215 000 (MU2135M)

STEVEN MATTLER (248) 790 5181

CENTURY 21 TODAY (248) 855 2000

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O N LY $103 500Mint condition 2 bdrm 2 bath ranch condo w/car port B g I ving room opens to balcony Formal dining room Kitchen w/appli ances Large storage area Pool & clubhouse m com plex (SH30715)

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GORGEOUS3 bedroom 2 1 /2 baths con dominium 1st floor master sute with vaulted ceilings and jetted tub Hardwood floors in the kitchen dining foyer a n d g r e a t r o o m Cherry cabinets in the ktchen granite counter tops tumbled tile back splash stanless GE profile appliances Custom fireplace in the great room Loft over looking great room Alarm w / 2 yrs paid monitoring Full basement with sealed and painted floor 2 car attached garage Too many upgrades to list Plymouth/Canton schools

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Shopp ng & Freeways Near Wei mamta ned unit w/2 bdrms 1 5 bath App! ances stay balcony overlooks park Carport/storage/pool $105 000 (68ANN)

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M IL F O R D $ 16 7 900Beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bath ground floor condo 1st floor laundry basement garage many updates' 1 258 sq ft All appliances stay Bv owner

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N O R T H V ILL E Open Sun 1 4 21117 E Glenhaven Cir (Country Place) 3 bdrm 2 5 bath bsmt garage 1650 sqft $179 900 734 693 5197

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Century 21 Row (734) 464 7111

NOVI C O N D O Sharp like new luxury 2 bdrm All new carpet floor paint Neutral Alt new kitchen appliances Stainless appliances Garage Pool park Novi Schools Close to everything' $129 800 Agent/owner 586 707 9406

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2300 sq ft 4 bdrm 2 % bath fireplace Merillat cabinets crown mold m gs tiie & marble in

kitchen + foyer 2 decks lower screened +

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P L Y M O U T H 55+ community 2 bdrm w/updates 950 sq ft bsmt patio clubhouse/poo! $137 500 734 416 9195

P L Y M O U T H Senior 55 plus 2 bed upper low association lee includes water & heat Terrace bsmt carport $117 000 firth (734) 254 9938

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R ED FO R DAdorable 1st floor condo All updated Beautiful new kitchen Payments cheaper than rent $56 900

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CENTURY 21 ROW (734) 464 7111

Ypsllanti 2 bedroom condo 1 bath 2 story $35 000 Call (734) 637 3217

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BIRM INGHAM 2 bed 2 bath 3 blks from downtown appll ances ncluded washer/dryer in unit $1600 (586)212 8$19B IR M IN G H AM DOW NTOW N2 bdrm 1& bath hardwood f oors fu ll bsmt washer/ dryer a/c covered parkng no pets $1000 (248) 901 1643

B IRM INGHAM CONDOOnN Adams near shopp ng 2 bdrm 1 1/2 bath appliances $875/mo (313)277 2597CANTON 2 bedroom condo remodeled kitchen & bath fresh paint & carpet wash er/dryer $75Q/month 248 379 1903 734 484 4276

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Haggerty/14 MileCrosswinds townhouse 2 bed 1 5 baths finished bsmt Call for details 248 514 4421

H O W E L L Grand River & Latson Brand new 2/2 condo great views deck garage $1000/mo (248)921 8584

LIV O N IA Everything newly renovated' Furnished 3 bed bath all appliances $1000

734 564 5440

LIV O N IA 1 bedroom condo includes heat & water $750/mo 1st month s rent & $300 security depost Call Wesley at (313) 516 9648

MILFORD 2 br $950/mo & 3 hr $ 1 150/mo 12 mo lease 248 681 7122 248 396 4030

NORTHVILLE 3 bdrm 1 5 bath fireplace bsmt heat & water ncl c/a appliances 1400 s q ft $995/month

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N O R T H V ILL E BUILT IN 2004' 2 bdrm 2 bath garage fireplace c/a balcony cathedral ceil ngs overlooks pond water Incl appl ances 1653 sq ft $1395/month

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R O C H ES TER 1 bed 1 bath Ranch 100% remodeled Short walk to downtown 1 mo sec deposit 586615 2105

R O C H ES TER 2 bed 1 1/2baths f replace CA bsmt garage deck patio pool no pets $1295 248 477 2643

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S O U T H FIELD 3 bdrm 2 5 bath fireplace bsmt c/a patio water mcl appliances 1540 s q ft $1250/month

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W Bloomfield 1800 s q ft 2 bdrm 2 5 bath white kitchen finished walkout deck pond garage $1495 248 661 6009

W A LLED LA K E Brand new condo Beck Rd 2 bdrm 21/2 bath 2 car 1600 s q ft pool w/clubhouse 248 613 7231

Walled Lake New detached condo on the water 2 bdrm 2 5 bath all appliances $1100/mo 248 203 2626

W ES T LA N D Nice condo 2 bdrm 2 bath appliances fire place on pond pool $700 No Pets 734 591 7658

BIRMINGHAM 1707 Haynes Designers townhome all appl including washer & dryer hardwood floors throughout C/A screened back porch 1 car garage with opener $2 500 furnished $1 500 unfurnished DSW REALTY 248 706 5950

CANTON I 275 & Michigan ave small 2 bdrm duplex freshly redecorated $500/mo ncludes util ties & appliances

$750 sec no pets must be employed (734) 320 0021

NORW AYNE 3 bed custom kitchen laundry newer carpet air deck large fenced yard From $659 313 278 0282

R ED FO R D 5 & Beech Immac ulate 2 bdrm brick townhouse Completely updated $760/mo + security (734) 347 7274

TROY 2 Bdrm 1 1/2 bath Ranch style Duplex C/A washer/dryer Carport $825/ mo (248) 877 3483

ShareNet (248) 642 1620

W ESTLA N D Merriman/Palmer 2 bdrm duplex exec condi tion Section 8 approved $625/mo plus securty (313) 278 6745

W ESTLA N D 1 bdrm /$450 & 3 bdrm /$70Q Section 8 okay Cal 248 939 1491 (Alex) 734 641 8327 ( Rosey)

Westland 2 bedroom Full basement Clean & neat Quiet neighborhood Immediate occupancy From $645/mo

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CLAW SON 1 bedroom large kitchen big yard front & rear entrance garage Dogs ok $625/mo 248 515 4791

R O Y A L OAK 326 Oakland 2 bdrm lower walk downtown uust updated c a $800/p.us utntes (248) 545 7447

Westland Private Entrance clean nice Furnished Roomy i bdrm I 275 & Ford Non smoker $420 734 634 0542

W ESTLA ND/CAN TO N 2 Bedupper Washer/dryer in unit all new Air Nice area $700/mo 734 341 6203

A L L E N PARK UPDATEDI 3 bdrm 1 bath bsmt c/a garage fenced yard app'ia nces 1068s q ft $950/month

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BIRMINGHAM 16972 Kirk shire 3 bdrm 2 bath bunga low furnished 2 car garage S1500/mo (248) 706 1050

BIRMINGHAM 2 bed 1 bath 3 season porch garage washer/dryer $960 248 515 8282 248 644 6477

BIRMINGHAM Pleasant St ranch Updated 2 bdrm 2 oar garage fireplace washer/ dryer $1325 (248) 872 8231

BIRM INGHAM H O M ES 2 & 3& 4 bdrm 30 available from S725 to $1500RENTAL PROS 248 373 RENT

BIRMINGHAM FURNISHED3 bdrm 2 baths bright kitchen very clean Pics on Web $1500 (248)361 7911

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Jack Bertoia 248 988 2227 Coidwell Banker Schweitzer

500 S Old Woodward

BLOOMFIELD & BEVERLY HILLS 2 & 3 bdrm homes 12 available from $850 to $1500 RENTAL PROS 248 373 RENT

BY OWNER 3 bedroom newer kitchen updated family room w/wet bar large corner lot Odown $1100 per month

734 678 6236

C AN TO N 4 bed 2 5 bath colonial Lit Cobblestone Ridge Sub One year lease Non smoking $2 300 per month (56HEN) Call Vicki

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CAN TO N 3 bdrm 2 5 bath 2 car garage bsmt fireplace patio c/a appliancess 1950 s q ft $1695/month

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D EA R B O R N 3 bdrm garage bsmt a r fenced $750 RENTAL PROS 734 513 RENT

D EA R B O R N H EIGH TS2 bedroom $900 deposit $875/mo Ready now

(313) 231 2142

Dearborn Hts & Westland2 bdrm 3 bdrm w/ renova tlons double lot & beck Free rent special 734 595 4130

O E A R B O R N / D E A R B O R N H O T S 44 homes available $600 $850RENTAL PROS 734 513 RENT

Detroit 14592 Dolphin Fenkelf & Lasher Option to buy possi ble 3 bedroom Basement $500 month 248 476 6498

FARMINGTON 2 bdrm brick ranch appliances pets nego tiable $780RENTAL PROS 248 356 RENT

FARMINGTON HILLS 2 & 3bdrm appliances fenced yard very clean $850$950/mo 248 478 9481

FA R M IN G T O N H ILL S 3 bdrm ranch appliances fenced yard $850RENTAL PROS 248 356 RENT

FA R M IN G T O N H ILL S 3 bedroom 2 baths big living room/farmiy room 24467 Orchard Lake Rd $1150 plus Ut llties (248) 855 2084

F A R M IN G T O N H IL L S Completely updated 3 bdrm ranch fireplace appliances garage No pets non smoking $1200 + sec Ref 248 821 7440

FA R M IN G TO N H ILL S Several homes for rent w/option to buy Ranging from $1100 $1600/mo Immediate occu pancy Credit issued OK Cal 248 875 7388 Agenl

FARMINGTON HILLS Smal 2 bdrm house located near Botsford Hospital $600/mo

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FARMINGTON RANCHUpdated 3 bedroom garage fenced yard credit no prob lem $950/mo Call TODD A SMITH at RE/MAX Class c 248 449 6263

FRANKLIN 2 executive homes on private street From $2750 Long term lease available 248 539 1955

G A R D EN CITY Gorgeous 3 bedroom home with finished basement new appliances $1050/month 248 342 2271

G A R D E N CITY3 Bed bsmt garage $950/mo 248 347 2000

G A R D E N CITY bsmt appli ances $750 Others available RENTAL PROS 734 513 RENT

H A Z E L PARKGreat neighborhood 3 bed room 2 bath all appliances

$995/mo (248)515 2718

HOWELL 4 bdrm 3 bath garage walk out bsmt 2 fireplaces c/a ceiling fans patio deck alarm system appliances 2500 sq ft $1845/month

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Inkster 29643 Glenwood Cherry Hill & Middiebelt Option possible 3 bedroom bsmt $600 248 476 6498

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LIV O N IA 1 bdrm person house No pets $500 mo $700 deposit Lease terms

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LIV O N IA air appliances deck $750 11 homes available $675 $900RENTAL PROS 734 513 RENT

LIVONIA prme location in sought after Coventry Gardens 3 bedroom ranch with master suite finished bsmt with walk out 2 decks overlooking ravne 3 car attached garage Lvoma schools $1650/mo (248) 982 8719

Livonia 3 bdrm brick ranch 1 5 bath finished bsmt w/fire place c/a 2 5 car garage appliances $ l200/mo 734 981 2559 734 398 6488

Livonia 3 bed ranch Top of the line kitchen & mechanic s

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LIV O N IA 3 bdrm 1 5 bath patio shed fenced yardcentral air appliances 2450 s q ft $1650/month

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L IV O N IA 3 bdrm 2 bath bsmt garage c/a fenced yard fireplace appliances 1250 sq ft $1095/month

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Novi 3 bdrm large family room living room dining room bsmt garage & appliances $1 500 or sale at $230 000 248 225 3600

NOVI 2 OOOSQ FT 4 br 3bath 2+ car detached garage no bsmt $1 800/mo with option to buy (248)755 0970

NOVI 4 bdrm 2 5 bathbsmt garage hardwoodfloors c/a deck fireplace appliances fresh y painted 3061 sq ft $2390/month

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NOVI 3 bdrm 2 5 bath hardwood foo rs f replace deck large yard garage bsmt c/a 1855s q ft $1495/month

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PLYMOUTH 1600 Sq ft 2 I v mg room 2 full bath fire place garage $1350/mo Call 734 262 5500

P LY M O U TH 563 Maple 4 bed rooms 2 baths Walk to down town great neighborhood Pets ok $1375+ ut I ties Avail March 1st (734) 604 4972

Plymouth Lease w th opt on Downtown area 3 bdrm brick ranch Full bsmt $1250/mo

734 981 4785

Plymouth & Westland 2 Great Homes for Rent

44760 Gregory LaneW Sheldon/S Ann Arbor Plymouth bi level 1800 sq ft 4 bdrm 15 bath 2 car garage $1500/mo $2250sec deposit

34331 Algonquin E /Wayne S /Warren Rd Westland brck ranch 1300 sq ft 3 bdrm 1 bath family room finished bsmt attached garage $1300/mo $1600 sec deposit Realtor is owner

For more irfo or a private showing of these or other fine homes for rent cal John at 248 407 3000

D YN AM IC R EA LTY6900 N Wayne Westland

P LYM O U TH TW P 2 bedroom 1 5 bath all appliances air fenced yard basement No dogs Avail now $1100 Credit ref 248 661 3641

P LYM O U TH Near TownLarge 1 bed upper extra com puter room garage $750 734 591 6530 455 7653

PLYMOUTH 1 bdrm duplex $750 2 bdrm w/ioft $850 3 bdrm w/fireplace attached garage $1200 734 455 5566

PLYMOUTH 3 bdrm 1 5 bath garage bsmt updated kitchen jacuzzl tub m master bath hardwood floors appliances 1200 sq ft $1195/month

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www richterassoc comPONTIAC H O M ES avail imme diateiy 2 bedrm $675/mo & 5 bed $995/mo Great homes south side neghbor hood Clean & bright w/applt ances 248 342 8447

R E D F O R D 1000 SQ FT 2 bdrm 1 5 bath Full bsmt 1 car garage Avail immediately $1 OOO/'sq ft (734) 765 3613

R E D F O R D 2 bdrm $650 3 bdrm $750 several others under $800RENTAL PROS 248 356 RENT

R ED FO R D 4 bdrm 2 baths finished bsmt 2+ car garage $900RENTAL PROS 248 356 RENT

R E D F O R D 7 & Beech 2 bdrm 1 bath C/A 2 car garage w/opener washer & dryer (313) 255 6200

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M ETR O FIN A N C E 248 709 2244

ROYAL OAK 2 bdrm c/a wood floors newer appli ances fenced yard & garage $925/mo 248 594 3884

ROYAL OAKMarred? Great place to raise a fam ly Single? Great place to practice 3 bdrm 1 bath $995/month (248) 515 2718

SOUTHFIELD 3 bdrm houses” 18 available from $795 $1200 RENTAL PROS 248 356 RENT

SOUTHFIELD 3 Bdrm 1 5 bath fenced yard perfect for Executive pet okay $1700/mo + sec 313 869 2757

TAYLOR Updated 3 bdrm 1 bath carpet thru out freshly painted c/a new appliances 975 sq ft $825/month

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t r o y3 bdrm basement garage on 1/2 acre $1 300 per mo

Call George Jabbour (586) 939 7456

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WALLED LAKE 2 bdrm ranch appl ances fenced yard pets OK $795RENTAL PROS 248 356 RENT

WAYNE 1300 Sq ft ranch 3 bdrm 1 bath 2 car garage $925/mo (734) 891 4497

WESTLAND 2 Bdrm clean updated bath include all appli ances & water $325/t» weekly Call after 6 734 398 6668

WESTLAND 3 bdrm ” bsmt" $750 16 homes $600 $850 RENTAL PROS 734 513 RENT

WESTLAND 3 bdrm bsmt garage fenced yard $695 RENTAL PROS 734 513 RENT

WESTLAND Totally remod eled 3 Bdrm w/appltances Extra large lot garage No pets S1200/mo + sec

(248) 229 1867

WESTLAND A Must See 2 bdrm new construction home $800/mo 734 641 7771 or 734 751 9859 Immediate Occupancy

W ES T LA N D N O R W A Y N EDuplex 3 Bdrm bath Available Now' Brand new carpet and tile ' Good Landlord No credit check $700/mo 248 935 7717

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W ESTLA N D 1 1/2 ACRE LOT’ 2 bdrm 1 bath garage shed new carpeting freshly pa nted appliances 950 sc ft $895/month

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CANTON TOWNSHIP JOB FAIR

The Charter Township of Canton is hosting a JOB FAIR on Friday February 25 5 00 7 30 pm and Saturday February 26 1 0 00 12 00 pm at Cherry Hill School 50440 Cherry Hill Canton Ml 48187 Canton Township is hiring for several part time/seasonal positions Come prepared to complete an employment appl cation Job descriptions with complete qualifications are available on the Canton Township website at

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115 0 S Canton Center Rd Canton M l 48188

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Spec alized Pharmacy ocated n Livona is seek ng a Collect ons Associate

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Observer & Eccentr c Box 1030

36251 Schoolcraft Rd Livonia Ml 48150

L A W E N F O R C E M E N TFull time no expec Reg d We tram M/F age 17 34 Good pay excellent-benefits educa tlonpt and travel opportunities

Call (734) 7 & 045Q AliARM Y O F O N P U ^4 U B y ;

LE A S IN G A G EN TPart/Time for Westland Apts Leasing/ Customer service exp preferred Must be reli able 734 425 0052

L E A S I N G A G E N TFull time for The Kensington of Beverly Hills Customer service exp required Great company & great benefits EOE Fax resume to 248 644 3010

LEASING AGENTWyndchase Townhomes is seeking to fill immediate FULL TIME position in Canton area Must be able to work weekends We offer comp etitive wages commissions health and dental insurances

E E 0 Fax resumes to 734 844 3963

or call 734 844 2400 for more information

LEA S IN G CO N S U LTAN TFull time for Canton apt community Experience required Great opportunity for right person Please call

(734) 397 1080

LEA 8 IN G CO N S U LTAN TPart Time Exp only for Luxury Nov Apt Community Weekends a must 18 24/hrs approx Fax resume to

(248) 449 6341

LEA S IN G CO N S U LTAN TWaltonwood Independent and Assisted Living Facilities in Canton area are seeking EXPERIENCED Leasing Consultants to f l l Full Time positions w orkng with seniors Must be able to work some weekends and have good computer s k lis We offer compettve wages and com m ssons along w th medical and dental benefits EOE Please apply in person at 2000 N Canton Center Road Canton Ml 48187 or call for more information

734 844 3060

LE A S IN G PO S ITIO NFor Apt community in Westland Full time benefits available 401K Exp preferred

Call 734 459 6600 Ask for Martha

L IG H T A S S E M B L YDay shift only Starting salary $8/hr Great benefits Apply in person @ 19414 Gerald St Northvlle Ml 48167 For info please call 248 449 3620 EOE

LIGHT INDUSTRIAL Now Htring

$340 $425/week• Machine Operators• Assembly• Warehouse• Packaged?;

All shifts available at companies in Novi Belleville Livonia & Taylor Apply today work tomorrow

9 11am Mon & Wed 1 3pm Tuesday & Thursday

31509 Plymouth at Merriman or

24128 Ecorse Rd at Telegraph Must have reliable

transportation Pic 1D $& S S Card Req

S P H ER IO N S TAFFIN G

L O A N O F F IC E RFantastic Opportunity'

Growing progressive mortgage co in Birmingham We re overwhelmed with leads'

N o rtftla w n F in a n c ia l (2 4 8 ) 9 8 8 -8 4 8 8

L O A N O F F I C E R SExcellent pay plan 3 locations offering FHA VA convention al non conforming etc- H # tech office environment with 40 plus investor!Life Dental and 401K if/a il Experienced only Call Chris at (734) 432 0404 ext 101

L O C A L C O L A & B D R IV ER SFor lumberyard Must have good work history Bldg mate rials exp a plus $12 16to start

Apply in person 8 4 11940 Merriman Livonia 734 513 5777 Casey

M A C H IN E SHOP5 yr minimum exp with Bridgeport Lathe & Welding Brake Shear some driving & shop maintenance Fax resume (734)- 453 5041 Attn Jeff or mail to William P Young Co 41575 Ann Arbor Rd Plymouth Ml 48170

M A ILIN G L IS T P R O C ES S O RPermanent part time position Mailing industry experience desired but willing to train the right candidate Accurate typng skills and proficiency with current versions of MS Excel and Word required Access/database experience a plus High organizational skills and ability to understand USPS postal regulations nec essary FAX resume 248 356 5636 email jobs@grigg com

M A IN T EN A N C EAssistant Tech needed fo r Novi Apt Community At least 3 yrs exp in plumbing elec trlcal HVAC apt prep Able to work independently have reli able transportation & avail on-call fax resifflie to

$#449-6341i f " " ’ M A IN T EN A N C E ^ ^Orakeshire Apartments is W ing fo r all Maintenance Positions Please fax brief resume or qualifications and salary requirements to

248 477 2524 No phone calls please

M A I N T E N A N C ELeading Industrial manufac turer seeks an experienced individual who is HVAC certi tied for general maintenance work Ideal candidate is a self starter able to multi task and needs little supervision Duties Include troubleshoot ng and repairs of rooftop HVAC units completing elec trlcal pipe fitting and sheet metal repairs Candidate must also be able to perform pre ventatlve maintenance on sys terns and machines and be able to coordinate outside contractors We offer a clean smoke free state of the art work environment competi tive wages aifd generous compensation package Only experienced HVAC certified individuals need apply

Send resume to HR 43850 Plymouth Oaks Blvd

Plymouth Ml 48170 or fax to (734)207 5531

or e mail to hr@dieb com EOE

M A IN T E N A N C E PAR T TIM EWholesale G ift Mart m Northville seeks energetic per son for general building main tenance 14 hours/week with occasional additional hours

Call 248 348 7890

M A IN T EN A N C E TEC HNeeded Experience preferred Westland apartment commu mty immediate opening must be have experience in HVAC plumbing electrical & prep Must be available for on call work Overtime & benefits included (734) 455 7100

MAINTENANCETECH

A licensed senior assisted living facility in the Novi area is seeking a fu ll time main tenance tech for live In position Must have previous maintenance experience and possess own tools Fax resumes to 248 735 1501

or call 248 735 1500 for more information

M A IN T EN A N C E TEC H NIC IANFull time experienced for Dearborn Hts area apt com mumty Great opportunity for right person

PleASeqaU 3 t3 562 3988or fax resume to 313-274 1927

M a n a g e m e n t-Become a part of a fast growing supermarketretailer)

agfhjdnf ealtffWIFes fo r numerous areas of our business including gro eery deli meat seafood floral and guest services We offer competitive wages and benefits mclud Ing health insurance plans vacation slck/personaltime management tram mg continuing educa tlon/tuition reimburse ment and a 401k with company match At Busch s we consider our selves to be in the hospi tality business and some of the most important things our managers do is ensure that our high guest service superior faculties and product quality star dards are met Knowledge of M icrosoft Outlook Word and Excel oufstand mg communication skills and the passion for dealing with associates Is required A j deg re e # equivaie rienpe is preferred

PleaSe send/esumes to .'Buseh-s/HR

565 E Michigan AVe Saline Ml 48176

Email tojobs@buschs com

Fax to (734) 944 4327 For a lis t of our locations and more information

visit us online at www buschs com

or call (734) 214 8322

AdultCarriersNeeded

W est Bloom field A reaIndependent Contractors

Deliver newspapers two days per week Thursday and Sunday morning in the

West Bloomfield area

(734) 805-3623A s k fo r R e n ls h a

M AN UFACTURINGLeading manufacturer ot mtro gen gas springs is seeking bright energetic individuals for full and part time positions m our Assembly Department Candidates must be depend able conscientious individuals who can demonstrate a strong work ethic and a positive atti tude Must have a high school diploma and a desire to learn

Send resume to HR 43850 Plymouth Oaks Blvd

Plymouth Ml 48170 or fax to (734)207 5531

or e mail to hr@dadco net EOE

M AZAK/fflAZATROLPR O G R A M M ER

Expert Machinist Top pay great working conditions

Buckingham Tool Corp (734) 691 2333

M ECHANIC Busy local trans mission shop hiring licensed R & R Techs with engine repair capability Exp motivation & diagnostic ability required Excellent pay/benefits avail

Call Rick (734) 525 9700

M E C H A N I CMust be certified part o r full time Great opportunity call now (313)937 2277

M E C H A N I C SFulltime noexper Reqd We tram M/F age 17 34 Good pay excellent benefits educa tionai and travel opportunities

Call (734) 729 0450 AN ARMY OF ONE U S Army

M ED IC A L C O O R D IN ATO R & D IR EC T CARE P E R S O N N E L

Full time medical coordinator needed for home for adult with developmental disabilities & part time direct care staff needed for afternoon & week end shifts 734 422 1020

M I L L H AN D/LATHE H A N DExperienced only Great bene fits Livonia/Plymouth area

734 591 2333

M INUTES C LER K T H E CITY O F G A R D E N CITY

is accepting applcations fo ra full time Minutes Clerk at the Clerk/Treas Office un tl Noon 2/28/05 Employment App (Gen employees) the job descript on and a detailed announcement avail at www gardencitymi org or by contacting the Personnel Office at 6000 Middlebelt Rd GC Mi phone 734 793 1640 Apps must be submitted in person to the Pers Office

M O R TG A G E O RIGINATORFirst National Bank is seeking a Mortgage Originator to meet with potential borrowers to discuss available mortgage programs complete required disclosures and originate residential mortgages Calls on realtors builders and other sources for leads and referrals Must have previous origination and sales experience Competitive compensation plu^ benefits Apply in person at any branch location

Equal Opportunity Employer First National Bank 1 0 1 E Grand River

J io w B lI Ml 48843N A I V e CH/ HAIR S T Y LIS T

Great clientele beautiful atmosphere located in Novi

Call 248 349 9925

ORDER P U LLER SMajor distributor ofhair/nail products inFarmington Hills isseeking individuals to work 11am 7 45pm \Call Now 248 477 0513

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O W N ER O P ER A T O R S2 3 tractors units needed for dedicated round trip runs 7 days/wk Dave 734 261 6245

W h e n seeking out the best deal che ck out the O b se rve r & Ec c e n tric C lassifie ds'

l 1 800 579-7355 )Painters

Exp Dependable w/Trans Year round work w/great pay Call 248 231 5810/734 788 4735

PA P ER S A L E S C A R R IERAfter school hours Must be at least 12 yrs old Trans pro-* vided in Garden City Redfocd & Westland 734 421 5345

P ET R ES O R T H E L P W AN TED . ,

Canton area 734 397 8899^

P H Y S IC IA N O F F IC E P O S ITIO N S

•Secretaryphysician credentialmg exper ence preferred •Reception Supervisor Experience Preferred •Receptionist Fax resume 248 553 7543 Attention Sally

PLUM BER/ with master license

For Leadership role in Service Company full/part time Send resume to 52216 Heatherstone Ave Macomb Ml 48042

Pollution Control

ACT NOW .$15.00/START

Downriver company has several positions in our pollution control dept• No Experience Necessary• Must Have Own Transportation •Start now•No layoffs •Free training •ManagementCall Monday and Tuesday only 10am 4pm

313 382 6022

P ro b a tio n O ffic e r 35th D is tric t C ou rt

The 35th Distrlc Court an Equal Opportunity Employer is accepting resumes for the position of Probation Officer

Job DescriptionApp icant will be respons ble for Interviewing and w rtn g pre sentence reports for same day senteneng Responsib lities include but are net limited issuing terms of probation scheduling courtordered programs and monitoring caseloadApplicant w ill process probation violation petitions and file necessary paperwork

Employment Qualifications• Must have a Bachelors

degree in Criminal Justice or related fields

• Current certification in one of the following Fundamentals of Alcohol &

other Drug Problems (FAODP) Assessment Referral Management Specialist

B S) or Certified lai Justice

Professional (CCJP)• Must be proficient in

word processing programs • Must have good written

and verbal communication and interviewing skills

Please submit resumes to35th District Court Atten Alan Ingrody 660 Plymouth Rd

Plymouth Mi 48170

N ETW O R K D E V E LO P M E N T S P EC IALIST

DenteMax is hiring Network Development Specialist Several fu ll time positions available Hourly wage w/bonus opportunities Eligible for medical dental vision life insurance and paid holidays/vacatlon after 90 days Email resume or letter summarizing qualifications to

openmgs@dentemax com Please mcl your work history and specify network develop ment

N O S A L E S N O M L M$4K/«vk Potential

Will train (888) 415 1483

O F FIC E C LEA N IN GBirmingham Mon Fri 6 9pm $8 50 $9 50/ hr

'Call (248) 449 4880

Resumes must be received by February 25 2005

No phone calls please

P R O P ER TY M A N A G ERExperienced on site Com mumty Assoc Manager need ed fo r large condo/ HOA Community in SW Oakland Co Excellent communication skills and experience in all aspects of Property Management a must must be organized and have maintenance and com putsr experience

Fax/mail HR 734 973 0001 3131 Professional Dr

Ann Arbor 48104

P R O P ER T Y M A N A G ERUpscale Farmington Hills community seeks expert enced Manager for 154 units Must have previous residential management experience & possess strong marketing & excel lent interpersonal skills Knowledge of MRI benefi cial Competitive salary & benefits Please fax resume to 248 879 2430

F u l l T i m e Sales A s s is ta n t

Based out of our Livonia office this

position provides support to our sales

reps Good potential for career growth High school diploma or equivalent required with 6 months to one year general office experience

Excellent customer service

communication and computer skills are essential with ability to

accurately type 3 5 40 wpm We offer a great work environment plus

excellent benefits

Please submit resume to(preferred) email employmentdoe homecomm net The Observer & Eccentric Newspapers 36251 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia Ml 48150 fax 734 953 2057Please reference job code SAir:::ii::ia:r::::i:iini:iii:iii:iniiiii:i:?iii:i:i:i:i:ini:i:o:ni: ki'tti* r nn—ir *?:ktihim

Q U A L IT Y C O N TR O L ASSISTANT

Needed IS09001 2000 Fastener Mfr Must have expe nence Reading mics calipers blueprints general knowledge of threads MS office a plus Send resume to P 0 Box 275 Wayne Ml 48184 or email to mbehm@bdthreadrolling com

R E L I E FR O U T E D R I V E R

CVC a large vending com pany in Michigan has full time openings for Relief Route Drivers working out of our Ypsiianti and Wixom locations

As a Relief Route Driver you will be re s p o n s e for filling in for other drivers when needed Position includes filling & servicing machines as weir as mam taming excellent customer relations This is an exert mg opportunity fo r a mature responsible person who likes freedom & auton omy There is afso possi biiity within these positions to move up to a Route: Driver with assigned t s w f

To qualify you must have or be willing to obtain a valid chauffeurs license demon strate attention to detail and have a good work record

CVC offers competitive wages and benefits

You may mail fax cr email your resume to

CVCAttn David Werth

dwerth@gocvc com 230 Airport industrial Dr

Building K Ypsiianti Ml 48198

FAX (734^482 0875

R E P A I R T E C HFor roofmg/sidmg/gutters Experienced w/own tools & reliable transportation for Detroit area

Call 248 304 1081

R E V E R S E M O R T G A G E L O A N

S P E C I A L I S TIf you like networking with professionals and want to help seniors live a better life Then this position might be fo r you Th s is a sales position that pays very well If you are interested fax a resume to 734 425 4834 or call John McParland at Colonial Mortgage Corp 734 425 4520 fo r deta Is FHA approved lender program endorsed by AARP and HUD

R O U T E D R IV ER Pa d weekly Benefits 34530 S ms Wayne Ml 48184 1 block N of M chgan 2 blocks E of Wayne Rd (734) 721 4623

R O U T E DRIVERSNo exper ence necessary Apply TruGre6nChemlawn 48932 Wixom Tech Dr Wixom 248 960 1216 or fax to 248 960 1468

EOE/M/F/D/V/AA

R O U T E O P ER A T O R & COOKNeeded $4 25 $6 50/ wk 5am to 2pm M F Apply m person Gary s Catering 50770 Pontiac Trail Wixon Ml

R o y a l O a k4 bdrm recently remodeled

800 376 8610 ext 9062

Royal OakDowntown 3 bedroom Just remodeled1

800 376 8610 ext 9052

SEW ING & H A N D STENCIL ING IN D IV ID U A L For boutique terns Part time/ priced per Item 248 548 3565

SHIPPING/RECE1VINGLadies apparel mfr needs mature reliable person for light shipping some clerical Call Mon Thurs

(734) 261 9033

Shop/FabricationAssistant

Detail oriented Carpentry exp preferred Apply in person at

Lenovers Professional Building Products

13420 Wayne Rd Livonia Ml 48150 Phone 734-427 0000

S P R A Y TECHNICIANPerson must be certified In 3A and have valid drivers license with Chauffer endorsement Immediate & possible year round employment To apply call 734 422 3232 to sched ule appt or fax resume to Lakewood Landscaping

734 422 3541

S T Y L I S TThe Hair Hut (established •client base preferred) The salon allows you to concert trate on your clients rather than phones or the desk Commission and employer taxes paid Only a few chairs to fill call (734) 261 2612

S u p e rin te n d e n tGrowing Bingham Farms residential builder seeks passionate energetic motivated Individual Room for growth Fax resume 1 248 593 9821

S U P E R S T A R S A L E S P E R S O N

Are you outgoing com petitive able to think on your feet? Does an upbeat work atmosphere and up to $13 per hr sound good to you’ WEEDMAN North Americas largest fran chised Lawn Care com pany has several im mediate openings and we want you' We believe in an honest fair and professional workplace Mon Thurs 6pm 9pm and 9am 1 pm on Sat Please call

( 248) 477 4880

SW IM M ING P O O L COseeking Service Tech with exp Pay & benefits commen surate with exp 248 477 7727

T E LE M A R K E T E R S$9 50/hr + bonuses Mon Thurs 3pm 9pm Call 734 402 2515 Ask tor Aaron

TILE TECHNICIANVirginia Tile Co in Farmington Hills has a fu ll time position open Candidates must be ener getlc & detail oriented This position entails sort mg of materials UPS shipping & receving responsibilities Hi io exp a plus Benefits profit sharing & 401K Call HR Manager (248) 476 7850 ext 2264 or fax resume (248) 476 3828

TRAINEES NEEDEDDue to tremendous growth in business large electrical appliance company needs to fill 57 permanent fu ll time positions from set up & display thru management No experience necessary company training available

(734) 641 4700

T R A V E L A G E N TA leading corporate travel management firm in the Detroit Metro area is seeking a Vice President in its corporate sales division Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years corporate travel experience SABRE knowledge req Employee benefits Include company paid medical and dental insurance prescription coverage life insurance and 401 (k) Salary 45K 60K based on exper ence Please send resume and

salary history to hr@hornetravel com

or fax to 734 254 0380 Resumes v/ithout salary history will not be con

sldered EOE

TreeUrban Forestry Worker II

CITY O F S O U T H FIE LDArborist 3 years exper lence CDL A or B with airbrake endorsement at the time of application $19 48 $20 72 per hour benefits Apply by 5 00 p m 3/2/05 to City of Southfield HR Dept 26000 Evergreen Southfield Ml 48076 For more info visit www cityofsouthfiefd com

E O E / Drug Free

TR U C K D R IV ER deliver locally & possibly Cieaveland 26 ft straight truck Home every nght Call (312) 215 0717 to set up interview

V E N D IN G R O U T E D R IV ER3 5 years exp Call & leave message 248 569 2646 or fax esume to 248 669 0554

W A R E H O U S ET E C H N I C I A N

Warehouse Technician wanted for one of M chlgan s leading longterm ca^e pharmaces Duties include receiving mer chandise for pharmacy recon cile all receipts to invoice or packing slips storing receved merchandise assist m physical inventories and assist in mam taming proper quantities of products The shift is Tuesday Saturday late mornings and will require Sundays fo r all inventories Interested candi dates should send a resume to

SPS IncATTN HR/Receiving

Technician PO Box 3347 Livonia Ml 48151 3347 fax to (734)513 9418

No phone calls please EOE

W A R EH O U S E A T T E N O E N TVendtek wholesale

equipment Call & leave message 248 669 2646 or

fax resume to 248 669 0554

Warehouse PackagersDay shift positions available m the Novl/Com merce Twp Area Must be able to work 40 firs weeklyCali Now 248 477 0512

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W A R EH O U S E STOCK PER S O K /D R IV ER

needed Must be able to lift 50 to 75lbs $8/hr to start Please apply m person Salem Distributors 8976 W Seven Mile Rd Northville

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INTERNETADDRESS www hometownlife com

Weekend Security AttendantsResidential & commercial office building seeking per sonable thorough & dedicat ed security/frcnt desk atten dants Avail shifts Sat 8 4pm Sun 8 4pm & 4pm mid night Email resume to sturton@brodersachse com

• N U R S E R Y S A L E S - W H O L E S A L E • C U S T O M E R

S E R V IC EOne of Southeastern

Michigan s largest whole sale Nurseries has openngs formotvated individuals Come and enjoy working

with our dedicated staff of professionals We pride

ourselves on quality serv ce and quality products

Our company is committed to providing a safe and

enjoyable working environ ment Opportun ties include highly competitive wages

company paid medicai/den tal and short term disability

insurance 401 (k) with company matching profit

sharing and paid vacation Applicants should possess

the following •Excellent interpersonal

skills•Working ptant/horticultural

knowledge Computer skills

•Skid Steer Loader opera! mg skills

•Job requires some heavy lifting

Please call or send/fax resume to

Christensen s Plant Center 6282 Gotfredson Rd Plymouth Ml 48170

Attn Eric Joy or Todd Hanes

Ph (888) 454 8733 Fax (888) 454 9866

Help Wanled-Computer/lnfo Systems

PROGRAMMERWell established Western Wayne County manufacturing firm is seeking to enhance our IT operation through the addition of an experienced AS/400 Programmer In this position the Incumbent w ill be responsible for developing n house applications and reports from our ERP and Human Resources systems maintaining all existing custom code and analyzing and processing all ERP HR and OS/400 updates Duties w ill also tael supporting the basic AS/400 operation and peripheral devices Applicants should possess a related Bachelors Degree and 3 5 years exp programming n an ERP environment with RPGLE on the AS/400 Knowledge of CMS400 software is a plus

Interested candidates should send a resume with salary history to

employment5000@hotmailcomor fax to 734 468 4018

Help Wanted-Qftice Clerical

AUTO D E A LE R S H IP EXP A N D IN G

immedate full time opening Only those with dealership exper ence need apply Prefer Reynolds & Reynolds Call Donna for an appointment (734) 451 2110 DICK SCOTT DODGE PLYMOUTH

Accounts Payable Clerk • Part Tim e

Approx 25 hrs /wk No bene fits Prior A/P exp w/data entry coding and check runs General clerical duties Must work well independently Fax to 248 356 2029 or email admm@wolvermetractorcom

A d m in is tra tiv eBuilding material inventory control/home center support Responsibilities Include In ventory management/order entry and sales support Must be good communicator proac tive and have computer skills Detail oriented and customer service minded Fuji time Wayne F a x - # $ p § 5 3128

ADM INIS TR ATIVEHighly responsible position in Birmingham law and psychia try dual practice Prior exp in field of law is needed Sue cessfui applicant w ill be ma ture and highly motivated to ensure a smoothly running office Requires proficiency in wide range of tasks including reception appt scheduling c reati ng/mai ntal n I ng flies typ ing and organizing legal docu ments billing and general office management Duties in elude maintaining supplies and occasionally running er rands You will be the only support staff on site and will be depended on accordingly Excellent pay plus retirement program Medical benefits negotiable Three weeks paid leave per year Schedule can be somewhat flexible Please fax resume and salary require ments to 248 647 9142

Administrative AssistantBusy Troy commercial real estate firm needs individual w/strong grammar & writing skills proficient in MS Excel & MS Word Email resume to

hr@fmemanagement com

A D M I N I S T R A T I V EA S S I S T A N T

Detro t development company look ng for fu llt im e Administrative assistant must know Qulckbooks & have computer knowledge Fax resume to 248 394 1839

AD M IN IS TR ATIV E A S S IS TA N TExp preferred Word Excel & strong organizational skills Immediate fu ll time position available Please fax resume &

salary requirements to (248) 356 3276

AD M IN IS TR ATIV E A S S IS TA N TFor Southfield Law Firm Collection sxp mandatory Full time Position could lead to Office Manager Please fax resume to (248) 232 7870

AD M IN IS TR ATIV E AS S IS TA N TPermanent Part time exp necessary Great phone com puter & organizational skills a must Accounting background preferred Plymouth

734 656 5000

E a rn e x tra $ $ a d v e rt is e w it h O & E

1 -8 0 0 -5 7 9 -S E L L

A d m in is tra tiv eA s s is ta n t

(P a r t -T im e )Part t me position (25 30 hours) respons ble for administrative clerical project management and student services support Microsoft Office Project and PowerPoint experience along w th excellent com munication and orgamza tionai skills are required Bachelors degree and two years experience preferably in an academic environ ment is preferred as well as familiarity with SOT Banner and Blackboard Please send resume three refer ences and salary history to V Kirkwood College of Management Lawrence Technological University 21000 W Ten Mile Rd Southfield Ml 48075 EOE

Administrative AssistantFull time position available for person seeking small office environment Need a detail oriented quick versatile and organized individual who enjoys a variety of tasks Computer experience helpful Cafeteria style benefits + 401K Send resume with salary requirements to Hagopian World of Rugs 43223 Twelve Mile Rd Level 6 Novi Ml 48377 or Fax 248 449 1555

No Phone calls Please

A D M IN IS TR A TIV E AS S IS TA N Tto $42 000 M/S Office Good secretarial skills 3 5 yrs exp Bloomfield Hills

Cal! Denise 586 772 6760 Snellmg Personnel Services

AS S IS TA N T O F FIC E M A N A G E R

Full time Small construction Co Wixom area 248 684 2500 or fax 248 684 5331 Maureen or John

B IL LIN G D O C U M E N T C LER KWill tram Detailed oriented with excellent follow through habits Fax/email resume & salary req to 734 721 4000

ji!l@championsprinklers com

B O O K K E E P E R( P A R T - T I M E )

Experienced bookkeeper to maintain accounts payable Dutes include obtaining approval on all invoices verifying m atrls purchased with delivery posting trans actions and preparing checks Computer skills Microsoft Word and Excel MAS 90 a plus

Email resume to Humanresources® powertramps com

B O O K K E E P E R / A C C O U N TMust have exp In bank recs A/R & GL account reconciiia tion Candidate should have exc analytical skills be detail oriented & able to handle mu t pie tasks Send resume w / saary requ rements to Genera! RV Center Attn K Short 48500 Twelve Mile Rd W xom Ml 48393 or Email jobs@genera!rv com Resumes w ithout salary requirements w ill not be con sidered No phone calls

B U S Y E X E C U T IV E S E E K IN G F U L L T IM E A S S IS T A N T Must have strong phone skills proficiency in MS Excel MS w ord & excellent comm umcatlons & organizational skills We offer a competitive compensation & benefits package including a 401 (k) plan Send resume or apply in person to Dick Scott Dodge 684 W Ann Arbor Rd Plymouth Ml 48170________

Clerical/General OfficeFast growing Wixom based company seeks part time cler ical person Accounting com puter & general office duties Fax resume 248 624 6940

G R EET ER /C LER KLarge Westside Ford dealer Duties Include stocking in new vehicles typing dealer trades greeting customers etc Fax resume to (734)721 1831

In su ra nceW O R D P R O C E S S O RInsurance office m Livonia is looking fo r a full time w ort processor 4 yr college gradu ate, must be computer literate and experienced in advanced Microsoft Word and Excel Proper grammar and proof reading skills a must Insurance1 experience a plus but not required Advance ment opportunity for right person

Email cover letter with resume to pmayle®

cambridgeunderwrlters com or fax to Pat Mayle

Cambridge Underwriters Ltd (734) 525 1841

L E G A L S EC R ETA R YFor busy Bloomfield Hills law office 2 3 years litigation exp Knowledge of WordPerfect / W ort required Fax resume

(248) 586 1888

L E G A L S EC R ETA R YLaw firm in Troy seeking smart legal secretary for liti gatlon practice Excellent ben eflts and team oriented envi ronment Fax resume to M Dunham @ 248 822 7875

L E G A L S EC R ETAR Ywith experience In litigation and/or corporate law needed for Novi business law firm strong organizational and typ Ing skills required Fax to 248 349 2810

L E G A L S EC R ET A R Y to$40 000 Pleasant Ann Arbor firm 3 yrs litigation exp Work for high volume attorney

Call Donna 586 772 6760 Snellmg Personnel Services

M E D I C A LR E C E P T I O N I S T

Internal Medicine practice m Canton is seeking fu ll time medical receptionist Qualified candidate will greet and assist patients obtain and commum cate necessary information to billing staff schedule appoint ments and facilitate efficient patient flow Must have strong customer service background be team player and have com puter experience Knowledge of medical billing insurance and referrals is preferred Competitive salary and excel lent benefits package offered Please send resume to Practice Manager 49650 Cherry Hill Road Ste 120 Canton Ml 48187 or fax to

734 398 7805 wwwihacares com

M U L T I - T A S K E RPart time for office in Wayne Must have gooc phone skills Knowledge of Excel & WP Send resume to PO Box275 Wayne Ml 48184 or smart llopez@bdthreacroll ng com

O FFIC E M A N A G ERAm ercas leading prbvider of non medical home care for the elderly seeks’ anToffice manager for our Livonia office Canddate must have excellent leadership qualities and a strong desire to grow the business Organizational and communication skills are a must Fax resume and salary history to (734) 525 8439

O F F IC E P E R S O N for retire ment community m North vilte Midnight Shift available Call Carol (248)449 1480

O r d e r D e s kIndustrial distributor looking for motvated individual for order taking inside sales & light clerical Must have good commumcaton skills Fax resume to (313)255 9199

P A Y R O L L /A C C O U N T S P A Y A B L E

C U S T O M ER S ER V IC EPart time Romulus based

S ^mfira^ement com pany ng m f& S s fon a l cus

Experienced individual needed for Detroit based firm Please .fax resume to 313 935 1996

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This substantial luxury vehicle has a lot going for it comfort, styling, power, technologically savvy and has great functionality

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Our progressive orthodontic office is searching for a dynamic Individual to join our team Prior ortho/dental back ground preferred Full time with benefits Salary commen surate with experience Send your resume with your salary requirements to Ann Patti at 33627 Seven Mile Livonia 48152 or fax to (248)471 4146

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Experienced outgoing person w/excellent facilitating

Word Excel skills 248 802 8989

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ADMISSION RNs & RN/CASE MANAGERS

Looking for a new direction to take your nursing career? Come join our Admissions Team and be a part of an organization that makes a difference tn quality end of life care for our patients We offer flexible family friendly scheduling and compet itive compensation Day/ afternoon shift weekend/ weekday contingent/part time positions available RN/Case Manager posl tions also available in our Northville office Current Michigan RN license required prior hospice and home care a plus Apply your expertise to complex patients and be a true team member Email resume to

kolex@arborhospice org or fax to (734) 662 90p0

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B I L L E RLivon a area 1 yr exp min MBS a plus Must be a leader Great pay & benefits

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V E R I F I C A T I O NEmergency Resources Inc A Livonia billing company is seeking qualified candidates Necessary qualificationsinclude 2 years medical billing experience & working knowl edge of IDX GroupCast Must be well versed with all msur ance payers 6C/BS Medicare Medicaid Community PPO/HMO Qualified appli cants should fax their resume to djones@er one org Fax 734 632 0182

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C L I N I C A L R NNeed a change? Learn and be recognized as a health care expert by performing UR/QA fo r various State of Michigan Contracts Enjoy a flexible full time work schedule weekends and holidays off RN with 3 years clinical experience In acute care hospital setting wanted for nurse reviewer position Ths position per forms telephonic prior authorization and retrospective review Previous experience in UR/QA preferred but not required You must have an RN degree and a current Michigan license Knowledge of computers needed Good written and communication skills and ability to collaborate with physicians and providers necessary Be a part of a dynamic team environment We offer excellent benefits with an annual salary of $43 000 $45 000 Please send resume with cover letter to

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COA accred ted See al Serv ce Agency s look ng fo r a Clinical Therapist to supervise a Juvenile Sex Offenders program in a Res dentlal setting Interested applicants must have a Masters Degree in related field psychology counselmg/therapy social work a PHD preferred A minimum of two years experience In the assessment and treatment of sex offenders is preferred An Equal Opportunity Employer Send resume to PO Box 188 Vassar Ml 48768 or fax to 989 823 9235 or email in MSWord format to

balia@wolverinehs org

C N A /O FFIC E W O R KA non medical In home care agency needs mature dependable person to combine office work w/bath visits in the field Fun & dynamic atmosphere Must be a people person’ Position could grow to supervise/train caregivers In the field Flexible hrs Full or part time call 248 349 6191 All employees screened bonded & insured COMFORT KEEPERS

D IR EC T CARE S T A F FEverest Inc is looking for Part time days or afternoons W CLS trained only M ust have good d riv ing record $7 46 /s ta rt A nnual ra ises Background check req Livonia area Contact Debbie at 734 524 1361

F U L L T IM E EX P ER IEN C ED M ED IC A L ASSISTANT

For busy iivoma office Fax resume 248 477 2526

H EA LTH C EN TER M A N G ERPlanned Parenthood of Southeast Michigan has an Immediate opening in Livonia Michigan for a Health Center Manager who is motivated works well under pressure possesses strong leadership skills supervisory experience required in an ob/gyn or fam ily practice office in addition experience in insurance verifi cation and billing personnel management patient schedul mg knowledge of community and building systems is strongly preferred Please fax resume toJ Simmons (313) 822 7419

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTA full-time Radiologic Technologist is needed to work m our Farmington Hills and Royal Oak offices Candidate will have previous experience operating a portable c-arm and will be currently registered We offer competitive wages and benefits, no holidays, no weekends, and no call Please send current resume with salary history to

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30055 Northwestern Hwy, Ste L50 Farmington Hills, Ml 48334

Fax 248-737-9287 oremail: employment@proearesyst8ms.com

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At Heartland Health Care Center Plymouth Court a leader n rehabilitation and complex medical care we meet the challenges of today s healthcare needs through the skills of strong clinicians Join our team

Walk-ins are accepted

Address 105 Haggerty Rd (Corner of Haggerty

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734 455 0510

Immediate interviews for Nurse positions! Walk ins are welcome

R N 's/ L P N 'S Day, Afternoon

and Midnight shifts8 & 12 hour shifts are

available 7am 7pm and 7pm 7am

RNs up to $27 20 per hr LP N s up to $22 75 per hr

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Part time, Contingent

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We offer pay for experience a comprehensive benefits package 401 (k) with company maten tuition reimbursement and much morel Apply in person or send resume to Heartland Health Care Center 105 Haggerty Rd Plymouth Ml 48170 Conveniently ioca ted on Haggerty between Plymouth Road and Hines Drive Fax 734 455 7359 or apply online at www her manorcare com EEO/Drug Free Employer

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Creatve vocational day treatment program for adults with traumatic brain njury Part tim e/full time Medical 401 (K) benefits No weekends or evenings Need caring and enthuslas tic persons Fax work expe rience to Cassell & Associates 248 615 6025

LA B ASSISTANTPart time experienced lab assistant wanted fo r busy family practice MUST be PROFICIENT in venapunctur8 and urinalysis Fax resume to

248 478 7680

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M E D IC A L A S S IS T A N T Forbusy dermatology practice m Garden City Interesting work Benefits Fax resume to 734 762 6682

M ED IC A L ASSISTANTFull time Must know EKG injections vital signs For fun Farmington Hills Family prac tice Great benefits Fax resume 248 478 7680

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Call 248 354 0967

M ED IC A L AS S IS TA N Tneeded full time or part time for busy Livonia family prac tice office Please contact Lori Mon Fri 9am 4pm

734 462 0090

M E D IC A L A S S IS T A N T With Front Desk experience for Pediatric office Part time Fax resume to 734 293 5030

; M ED IC A L ;1 ASSISTANT/RECEPTI0 NI S T i| For Internal Medicine office j2 part time Experience a [i must Fax resume to iI 734 421 9954 !

M ED IC A L B IL LIN G C LE R K P A R T TIM E

Southfield location 30 hours per week flexible schedule Previous demon strated medical office pro fessional billing experience Spec fic knowledge of CPI ICD9 and Modifier usage to accurately bill professional claims Specific knowledge of insurance company requirements to identify the need for referrals and prior authorizations Excellent data entry skills with atten tion to speed and accuracy Exemplary attendance/ punctuality record required Must operate standard office machines Excellent references required

Fax resume to 248 350 3245

M E D I C A LC O L L E C T O R S

Due to recent growth we are looking fo r motivated exp medical collectors Must have prior experience in health care collections and insurance collections/biiling We are looking fo r a collector not a biller We offer competitive wages plus commission and bonus payments medical dental vision and life insurance paid holidays and vacation Please submit letter o f intent and resume to keily@ljrass com

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M ED IC A L R EC EP TIO N IS Tfor Plymouth internal medi cine practice Full time with benefits Send inquiries to 990 W Ann Arbor Trail Suite 207 Plymouth Ml 48170

M ED IC A L R EC EPTIO N ISTNeeded fo r ophthalmology practce in Livonia Qualified candidate w ill posses two years of medical office experi ence with insurance know! edge Must have excellent phone skills and attention to detail Please fax or ma I your resume & salary requirements Vision Institute of Michigan Attn Madeline 44650 Delco Blvd Sterling He ghts Ml 48313 Fax 586 254 3515

M ED IC A L REC EPTIO N IS TNeeded on Tues & Thurs from 9am t ! 6 7pm Small office in Bingham Farms Great work environment Fax resumes to 248 926 8077

M ED IC A L R EC EP TIO N IS TPart time fo r Livonia doctors office Mature well mannered pleasant team worker Will train No weekends Fax prior work experiences & refer ences to 734 525 2470

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VPA Laboratory in Farmington Hills Michigan is currently looking fo r MT/MLT s for expanding state of the art laboratory Excellent pay good benefits great working environment and the latest technology Must have good computer skills strong Hematology/Chemistry back ground and be ASCP regls tered or eligible Full time afternoon shifts available Fax resume to 248 324 0790

N U R S EM A N A G E R

A licensed luxury senior assisted living community In the Canton area seeks a RN or LPN fo r full time Nurse Manager position Must have experience in a long term senior facility Flexible days with on call Competitive wages and benefits E E 0 FAX resumes to (248) 865 1630

Attention Laura

Nursing

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The University of Michgan Health system Kellogg Eye Center currently has an opening for a Clinical Nurse This position is 40 hours/ week 7am 3 30pm with cal!

Responsible es nclude scrubbing and circulating in the operating rooms assigned under clinical supervision of a Clinical Nurse l l / l l l or Supervisor fo r Clinical Nursing as well as accepting call as assigned by the Supervisor of Clinical Nursing The Clinical Nurse I will also assist in the teaching activities of the OR

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Interested candidates please fax resumes to Carol George at 734 763 6864

University of Michigan Health System

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O FFIC E M AN A G ERNorthville Bright enthusiastic mature person wanted for busy chlropractc office 35 hrs/week no weekends Exp required (248) 735 9800

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248 477 7373

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Physical & Occupational Therapists

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1985 2000 Class C M O TO R H O M ES W AN TED Cali Dale (517)230 8865

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F O R D 1994 LIG H T N IN G93 700 miies power every thing Hard cap Red Good cond $6000 313 533 8368

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R A N G ER 1999 Am/Fm cd 4 cyl white/gray p/w p/l 72k new t res & brakes $6 500

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BOB JEANN0TTE PONT AC (734) 453 2500

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D O D G E 2000 Sport CaravanSilver loaded extenced war ranty mcl exc cond $8700 or best offer (734) 981 8711

D O D G E G R A N D CARAVAN S X T 2004 Si ver oaded power doors DVD player 16K $17 000 (734) 261 8461

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F O R D 1990 Club Wagon E350 15 Passenger Van Runs exce lent new tires no rust 248 225 4575 248 552 9621

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