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Memo Salem backers

Salem Football Day is Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Canton Big Boy on Ford Road across f rom Meijer. You can support the Saiem High School football program by dining in or carrying out, all day, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Just turn in a coupon (at the counter) when you pay youF bill. There Is no extra money out of your pocket. Canton Big Boy will donate a port ion of the total sales to Saiem Football. For more information, call Linda Sorensen at (734) 476-3903.

Lions meet The Canton Lions

CSub February speaker wil l be Kimber iy Walsh f rom Wayne State's WDET Radio (101.9 FM), who will explain the stat ion's services for the blind. Known as Detro i t Radio In format ion Service, DRIS is part of WDET services to the com-munity. Like many radio-reading servic-es, DRIS broadcasts i ts programming over a pr ivate radio signal (using WDET's 67kHz sub-channel).

Special ly b u i l t , sin-g l e - f r e q u e n c y r a d i o receivers are loaned free to quali f ied appli-cants. This is part icu-lar ly impor tant to eld-er ly and/or home-bound l isteners on low f ixed incomes. DRIS is also used in ret ire-ment faci l i t ies, schools, hospitals, low vis ion clinics, senior centers and nursing homes. More than 1,800 pr ivate homes and inst i tu t ional sites cur rent ly use DRIS.

P rog rammingmay also be carr ied on communi ty cable channels and is avail-able over the Internet using a QuickTime audio player that can be accessed on a pro-gramming page. .

The Canton Lions meet the four th Monday of the month at Cherry Hill School (museum) Cherry Hill and Ridge roads. This month's meet ing is 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23; d inner is potluck.

Support for DRIS comes f rom individu-als and service clubs; most of the reading fo r the bl ind is done by volunteers.

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Two theories offered in Canton men's death Two versions of Leslie

Gordon's role in the Westland party store murders emerged this week during her emotional-ly charged trial in Wayne County Circuit Court, and they couldn't be more different.

Among the dead in the mass

killing were two men from Canton.

Defense attorney Marvin Barnett portrayed Gordon, 24, as a terrified, virtual hostage who followed triggerman Michael Lamont Schofield's orders in an attempt to save her

own life during a Sept. 11 mas-sacre at Neil's Party Store, on Newburgh north of Ford.

In sharp contrast, Wayne County Assistant Prosecutor Christine Kowal described the Detroit woman as a chillingly callous accomplice who stood

watch at the door and invited customers inside, where Schofield gunned them down.

Ultimately, a jury will decide whether Gordon should walk free or be held accountable for a botched robbery that left four men dead and two injured

during the worst mass killings in Westland history. Gordon will face life in prison, if con-victed of multiple charges, including first-degree murder.

Her trial continues today in

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Brown with the controller for part of his mini air fleet.

Canton pioneer loves the lure of flight BY D0U6 JOHNSON

STAFF WRITER

Anything to do with air-planes and Canton's Bill Brown loves it.

Fly your own plane? Sure. He's licensed to fly

single and twin engine planes (since 1964) and figures he's iogged 3,000 hours.

Build your own planes? Yep. Brown is a board

member with the

Experimental Aircraft Association Backyard Eagles (EAA Chapter 113) at Mettetal Airport, Lilley and Joy roads.

Build radio-controlled model airplanes and fly them with remote control?

Absolutely. He is a member of Midwest RC (radio controlled) Club that meets once a month at Plymouth Elks Club. Also, he is a longtime member of the Academy

of Model Aeronautics. Help others learn about

aircraft? Now you're talking

about something he really likes to do.

He is in his fourth year of mentoring young engi-neering students at Lawrence Technological University. Senior engi-neering students build a radio-controlled plane for a flight competition with strict rules on weight.

"I am working with four seniors this year. They will build one plane as a team using a standard engine and standard wing area. They must think as if they were designing a full-sized aircraft. I have gotten a lot of pleasure in helping them," Brown said.

"When they get through with the process they have learned so much."

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Foundation still has $20,000 in scholarships

The Canton Community Foundation is again pleased to offer Caifton and Plymouth residents access to 30 scholarships from a fund totaling more than $20,000.

The scholarships are available to graduating high-school seniors, current college students, and to non-traditional students (adults who are pursuing their degrees for the first time or after an extended absence). /

"We recognize that these scholarships not only benefit graduating seniors, but adults who are interested in improving themselves by con-tinuing their education," said Joan Noricks, president of the Canton Community Foundation.

The scholarship pfogram, which began in 1990 and awarded $4,000 to nine students, has grown steadily over the years.

In its 13 years, local students have received more than $250,000 toward their education. Local businesses and organizations, as well as individuals, continue to sponsor and support the various scholarships.

This year's scholarship lineup includes the brand-new Jack Demmer Ford Scholarship; $500 is available to students attending any col-lege or university.

"Jack has been a longtime friend and sup-porter of the Canton Community Foundation and wants to help a deserving student. This new scholarship is continued evidence Of his community-mindedness," said.

Applicants will find a wide variety of grants available. Applicants need to submit a completed application form, which is available from the Canton Community Foundation, area high school guidance counselors' offices, and the Plymouth or Canton Public Libraries. Applications must be received at the Canton Community Foundation's office by Friday, Feb. • 20,5 p.m. For more information, call the Canton Community Foundation at (734) 495-1200.

Check out Backyard Excursions for a quick trip BY JOANNE MALISZEWSKI

STAFF WRITER

You've been there. You're aching for a break. Cash is tight, as is time. A round-the-world cruise isn't the answer. Where can you go?

Let Canton residents Carol Heminger and Ginnie Hauck tell you. After two years in development, the two are close to making a new travel guide -Backyard Excursions - a reality.

"We were approached by peo-ple," said Heminger of the Avanti Group in Canton, which produces visitor guides. "They told us they wanted people in our area to visit them. This is trying to address that need."

Heminger and Hauck started

with a name. "Backyard means you're going to be able to stay in your budget." In other words, the travel guide will include things you can do, places you can go, places where you can eat in a weekend of driving.

"It's surprising how far 300 miles will take you," Heminger said.

Three hundred miles will take you to New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Canada, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana. "Three hundred miles is the Mackinac Bridge," Heminger said.

When you take a peek into Backyard Excursions - the first of which is targeted for June -your weekend getaway is essen-tially planned. Heminger and

Hauck are doing the walking, the questions and anything else that goes into planning close-to-home vacations.

"Everything will be color coded by how many miles away from home," Hauck said.

The guide will be user friendly and about 32 pages in the first printing, which will be distributed quarterly through the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers.

"We will also have it in racks at stores and restaurants and consumer fairs," Heminger said.

Activities, sites and other items that are 25 miles from home are coded in let's say, green. Fifty miles away might be coded in blue, 100 miles in yellow. Turn to green and "you can scan down and find all the

attractions within 50 miles," Heminger said.

The free travel guide will include hotels, attractions, romantic getaways, family fun -all the stuff you would want to know when planning a trip.

For example, did you know I\irkeyville in Marshal, Michigan is a dinner theater where everything is all about turkey? Literally.

Revenue for the publication will come from advertising, which is what the pair of friends and associates are now working on. "We are anxious for people to contact us," Heminger said.

For more information, con-tact Hauck or Heminger at (734) 451-3500 or by email at bye @ avanti-info.com.

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WSDP plans Day on-air

The student radio station at Salem High School will take a big blast to the past for Retro Day on Saturday, Feb. 14.

It's part of th^ WSDP, 88.1-FM station's 32nd birthdays the air waves will be turned over to alumni. Former staff members from each decade of the station's operation will.play music that was popular \phen they were students. The station will also air sound dips from throughout their broad-cast history.

"Word has spread fast about this opportunity," Bill Keith, station manager said. "We were able to fill almost all the slots: I know our former staff membersrare exdted to-get back to the micro-phone."

The station's WebSite (www.-88lTheEscape.com) for details and a Hst,of participant's names. The station started on the.air Feb. 14,1972, and is owned and operated by the Plymouth- Canton school district Students at all three high schools staff the station,

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Hot Topic of the Week On Feb. 19 at 7 p.m., the Canton Public Library is hosting a special screening and panel discussion of the award-winning docu-mentary video Arabs, Muslims & Islam, which illustrates the daily lives of Muslim teenagers around the world. Registration for this event, part of the library's new "Connect With Your Neighbor" multicultural programming series, begins Thursday Feb. 12 and is limited to 100 participants. Register in person or by calling (734) 397-0999.

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Readers who submit ballots for the local Best Of and People's Choice Award will be entered in a drawing to win gift certificates to area malls and restaurants, movie tickets, sporting events and more.

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The Plymouth-Canton Board of Education approved the pur-* chase of a new telephone Sys- " tem that's expected to save the : district $225,000 in each of-the! next five years.

"The Internet Protocol Telephony phone system uses the same data network that computers use," said Jim Casteel, director of the district's integrated technology systems." "We'll also be able to get our 5

technical infrastructure upgraded at both the elemen- •-tary and middles schools.

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system as well as the computer* network," he said.

Trustees approved spending " $1.2 million over a five-year period to lease the IP Telephony system. "

Casteel said upgrading the current Centrex telephone sys-'" tem would have saved the dis- ' trict $300,000 a year.

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Church changes name, focus in wake of 9/11 terrorist attacks

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BY BRAD KADRICH STAFF WRITER

The terrorist attacks of Sept. XI, 2001 had a profound effect on people all over the country.

Eric Moore was no different. In fact, Moore, the pastor at

Canton Community Church, was so moved by what hap-pened it caused him to take his congregation — and his parish — in an entirely different direction.

That's why Moore and his wife, Kim, have now changed the name — and the focus — of the church. Now called the Redemption Center for Outreach and Revival, the church is completely prayer-based.

"We were a good church, and we had a lot going for us," said Moore, who started the church with Kim in 1989. "But there wasn't the hunger, there wasn't the sense of urgency, a sense of intimacy with God."

The Moores had studied the Moravian church of the 1700s, which began praying 24 hours around the clock, and did so for over a hundred years. There was evidence, the Moores believed, "of God doing incred-ible things" in places like Africa and Nigeria.

"Whole cities have been changed, and we wondered why that's not happening here," Kim Moore said. "We realized in those communities, there was prayer 24/7."

In a world where the culture is struggling with increasing violence, the Moores felt a great polarization growing.

, And they believe their church has been called to turn on the light.

And 9/11 was the switch. "I felt like God was saying,

'No more business as usual,'" Eric Moore said. "I felt like Sept. 11 God was saying to the church, 'I need you to wake up.'"

So the Redemption Center is trying to do something about it, and they're working with otKer churches of all denomi-nations to do it. It started Sunday, with a dedication

service that featured Apostle Barbara Yoder of Shekinah Christian Church in Ann Arbor.

It continues with a shift in focus to prayer, including the establishment of The Prayer Furnace, a room in the min-istry, located at the Michigan Theological Seminary on Ann Arbor Trail, where near-nightly prayer gatherings are dedicated to raising up an altar of wor-ship and intercession.

The ministry also features a youth outreach and revival.

The basic goal: Equipping people to go out and serve the ministry, to go out and start ministries or businesses of their own.

"If we can release 200 people who will start ministries or businesses, then we think we're successful because we've enriched a community," Kim Moore said.

Eric Moore noted that most churches measure success by how many people attend and how much money they collect on a given Sunday.

The Redemption Center is trying a different tact.

"We want to equip and release people," Eric Moore said. "We want them to under-stand their destiny with God, and then help them walk in it."

Part of the effort, the Moores point out, is getting other churches of other denomina-tions involved. For instance, a "Love and Respect Conference" dedicated to the institution of marriage will be a multi-parish event the first week of April.

The Moores say other pas-tors are embracing the ideas of The Redemption Center, going so far as to send parishioners to The Prayer Furnace.

"It's all tied to prayer, and to the unity of churches," Eric Moore said. "When we love and trust each other, good things can happen."

The Redemption Center conducts a 10 a.m. service on Sundays. The church is located on the grounds of the Michigan Theological Seminary, 41600 Ann Arbor Trail. For more information, cali (734) 414-9783.

Judge Annette Jurkewicz Berry's courtroom. Gordon is on trial alone because Schofield, a 30-year-old Detroit man, killed himself after he led police on a post-massacre, 25-mile chase that topped 100 mph and ended in a one-car crash near Southfield and McNichols in Detroit.

In his opening statement Tuesday, Barnett alternately described Schofield as a schiz-ophrenic killer and a "mad-man" who abused women and fancied himself as Satan. Schofield, who also killed a classmate while in high school in Detroit, even had a tattoo of a man's face in flames, Barnett said.

Schofield and Gordon had known each other just a few months when he asked her out on Sept. 10, wooing her by get-ting a plush room at the Novi Sheraton and taking her shop-ping for clothes, Barnett said.

Barnett portrayed Schofield as "one moment lucid and calm, the next a crazy man." He said Gordon began to see Schofield's evil side, "and she was afraid."

Schofield forced Gordon to accompany him on a Novi party store robbery and then to Neil's in Westland, Barnett said. "He tells her to do every-thing she does with a gun in his hand "

Burnett indicated that he will produce telephone records showing that Gordon tried to call a relative for help because "she was a captive of this man, a victim herself." Barnett said Schofield had a history of abusing women, including a woman he formerly lived with in Westland.

But Kowal, in her opening remarks, said Gordon, if inno-cent, wouldn't have invited customers inside Neil's Party Store, where they would be shot. Kowal showed jurors a chilling video tape that cap-tured much of the massacre, and it showed Gordon using a glove in an apparent attempt to wipe fingerprints from the door after the shootings occurred.

Inside the store, Schofield shot and killed worker Feras

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Yousif, 29, of Oak Park, and customer James Kuebler, 35, of Westland.

He also fired shots that wounded employee Conrad Hasper, 24, and customer Fuad Abuali, 29, both of Westland.

After Gordon alerted Schofield of an approaching pickup truck, Schofield went outside and fired his 9 m m handgun again, killing Kenneth Sherman Littlefield, 63, and his nephew Keith Gaddis, 44, both of Canton Township, as they sat in the truck.

"The lives of six men and six families were destroyed," Kowal said.

Even though Gordon didn't fire any shots, Kowal implored

jurors to believe that Gordon chose to help Schofield.

"They were prepared to do what was necessary to commit the crime of robbery and to leave no witnesses," Kowal said.

Barnett, meanwhile, com-pared Gordon to Hasper and Abuali, saying she, like them, was a survivor of the party store shootings.

"Mr. Schofield, alone, caused those deaths," Barnett said, adding that prosecutors won't prove their case against Gordon.

"They will not prove this young lady is a murderer, and she is not, period."

When the party store video was shown in court Tuesday, some of the victims' family

members burst into tears and had to be escorted out by authorities. One relative waved her fist at Gordon.

Emotions ran high Wednesday, too, with Barnett becoming highly upset when some of the family members laughed at him while he was questioning a witness.

After Judge Berry had jurors leave the room, Barnett lashed . out at a brother of Littlefield, in particular, and Berry implored everyone in the courtroom to refrain from out-bursts.

Barnett demanded that he be allowed to do his job without being intimidated by victims' family members, who consider his courtroom style abrasive and offensive.

"I'm fighting for this young lady's life," Barnett told Berry.

Gordon showed little emo-tion during testimony, but tears rolled down her face as she looked at her family mem-bers in the courtroom on Tuesday, after testimony had concluded.

She mouthed the words, "I • love you."

On Wednesday, meanwhile, ' Hasper testified about the hor-; ror of being shot down on a work night that started out like" any other.

"I was just praying for God not to let me die, and if I did, . for Him to watch over my fam-: ily," Hasper said.

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Hall of Fame nominees Salem junior will solo at PSO Winter Dreams sought by mid-March

Nomination forms for Hall of Fame and Community Achiever/Supporter awards are

. now available at the Canton Supervisor's office, Canton Chamber of Commerce and on Canton's Web site, www.can-ton-mi.org.

The annual reception will take place on Sunday, April 18, and is designed to honor those individuals or groups who have made an outstanding achieve-ment or contribution to the community.

Community Achiever awards are given to those who made a specific contribution to the community in the previous year, and Community Supporter awards honor indi-viduals or groups who continue to make and ongoing contribu-tion to the community.

Forms are due back to the Canton Supervisor's office no later than Wednesday, March 10.

For more information call Debbie Zevalkink at 394-5185

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changing its hours effective Monday, Feb. 9, to give early bird exercisers an even earlier chance to stretch their muscles.

Starting Monday the facility

will be open from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Saturday hours will be 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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The Plymouth Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Nan Washburn, will present Winter Dreams, a Valentine's Day concert at 8 pm on Saturday, Feb. 14, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church on the corner of North Territorial and Beck.

The concert will feature Anthony Iannaccoiie, guest composer, Elizabeth Schellhase, French horn, the Plymouth-Canton Middle School String Orchestra, and the Celebration Strings.

As part of the Instrumentorship program, the Plymouth-Canton Middle School and the Celebration Strings will open the concert performing "side-by-side" with the Plymouth Symphony in Englebert Humperdink's Prelude to Hansel £s? Gretel. Elizabeth Schellhase will per-form the first movement of Gordon Jacob's Concerto for Horn & Strings.

The concert closes with

Anthony Iannaccone's 2002 composition, Escape, and Peter Illych Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 1, Winter Dreams.

Prior to the performance, patrons will have the opportu-nity to hear a special On-Stage talk at 7:15 p.m. featuring Washburn, music director and conductor, as well as guest composer Anthony Iannaccone.

This is a special introduction to, and a chance to ask ques-tions, about the evening's musical program.

Following the performance patrons are welcome to stay for the Afterglow reception.

The concert is sponsored by New Liberty Bank, the Plymouth Symphony League, and the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

Tickets for the performance are $17 for adults and $15 for

seniors. Students up to 12th grade are admitted free to all subscription concerts. Groups of 10 or more receive a 10 per-cent discount. For tickets, sea-son subscriptions, or more information, please contact the Symphony Office at 734-451-2112 or at [email protected].

Guest composer Iannaccone studied at the Manhattan School of Music and the Eastman School of Music. His principal teachers were Vittorio Giannini, Aaron Copland, and David Diamond.

Since 1971, he has taught at Eastern Michigan University, where he conducts the Collegium Musicum in orches-tral and choral music of the late 18th century.

Soloist Schellhase began her musical studies on piano at age four before beginning the French horn in the sixth grade. She is the 2003 Plymouth Symphony Youth Artist Senior Division Winner

Elizabeth Schellhase, a junior at Salem High School, will perform on ; the French horn it the Plymouth Symphony Orchestra's Winter Dreams. concert Feb. 14. *:

and the 2002 Junior Division : Winner. ~

A junior at Salem High School, she is a d rum major in the Plymouth-Canton \ Educational Park Marching Band. She is currently pr inei - i

pal horn of the University of Michigan Youth Symphony Orchestra, University of Michigan Youth Band, P-CEP -Wind Ensemble, and Orchestra. She also plays in the Detroit Symphony Civic Orchestra.

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Anderson, Charles Robert, 81, of Canton Township, died Jan. 21.

B Brinkman, Christine P., 84,

of Novi, died Feb. 2. Brubaker, Ralph Martin, of

Clawson, died Jan. 30. E

Eubank, Dorothy J. (nee Kerr), 69, of Ft. Wayne, Ind., died Feb. 1.

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L Larsen, Ethel J., 73, of

Birmingham, died Feb. 2. Logan, Danny, of Rochester

Hills, died Jan. 13 N

Nichol, John Leslie"Jack", of Clarkston died Jan. 25

P Piacenti, Lottie D., 86, of

Dearborn, died Feb. 1. R

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Rookus, Ann W., 58, of Farmington Hills, died Jan. 28.

S Smith, Russell, of Auburn

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Weir, Louis, of Rochester Hills, died Jan. 19

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A showdown between the state of Michigan and area wine lovers appears headed to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox has appealed a lower court ruling that threw out the state's longtime ban on out-of-state shipment of wine and other spirits. The fight stems from a lawsuit brought by Troy residents Eleanor and Ray Heald.

The Healds are contributing editors for Quarterly Review of Wines, and also write about wine, spirits and restaurants for the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers.

In March 2000, the Healds, with their attorney, Robert Epstein of Epstein and Frisch in Indianapolis, filed suit in Detroit's 6th District Federal Court to challenge the state's ban on direct shipments, claiming it was unconstitution-al.

The district court ruled in the state's favor, and the case was appealed. In August, the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the lower court, rul-ing the ban on out-of-state

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wine shipments violated the U.S. Constitution by impeding interstate trade.

The state sought a rehearing before the full court and was denied. Now, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether to hear the state's argument.

In its appeal to the Supreme Court, the state argued, "The Court of Appeals dearly applied the wrong level of scrutiny and accorded no def-erence to Michigan's law regu-lating the importation and shipment of alcoholic bever-ages."

The Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association also opposes direct shipping. Michigan is among 24 states that still ban such shipments.

"This case is not about the free flow of commerce but the free flow of alcohol across state lines," said MBWWA President Michael Lashbrook in a pre-pared statement. "If the lower court decision stands, it will open the floodgates to unac-countable beer, wine and liquor sales in Michigan - and the state will have no effective enforcement mechanism to

stop those in other states who sell to minors, avoid paying state taxes or refuse to adhere to other state laws."

Local retailer Putnam Weekley said he has no prob-lem with the direct-shipping issue.

"We don't consider con-sumers buying direct a threat to our business," said Weekley, manager of Cloverleaf Fine Wine & Spirits in Southfield. 'At one time this may have been perceived as a threat by retailers, but with more than a half-million wine labels circu-lating throughout the country at any given time, there are more than enough wines, we can specialize in to serve our customers without being both-ered by a small number being brought in directly."

Weekley said today's wine buyers are much more knowl-edgeable about the global mar-ket and demand more and more specialty brands, a point echoed by the Healds.

"Consumers in constrained states (those banning direct wine shipping) are upset that they cannot purchase wines

they want and in the manner of their choosing," said Eleanor Heald. "There are 3,000 U.S. wineries, at least one in every . state, which produce over 10,000 new products each vin-tage, far too many for even the largest wholesalers and retail-ers to represent and stock."

"Michigan allows intra-state shipment but denies out-of-state wineries and retailers that same privilege," said Ray Heald.

The Healds believe New York, the second largest wine consuming state, may have the model solution in the language included in Gov. George Pataki's current budget pro-posal.

"Instead of fighting the issue of direct wine shipping, as Michigan has done, Pataki has sought to correct prohibitive language in a bill that will sat-isfy consumer demand. It will also meet regulatory require-ments and has been projected to generate at least $2 million in tax collections for New York, a state with severe budget con-straints like Michigan," said Eleanor Heald.

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The planes erjd up in competi-tion to see how much weight they can fly a certain distance. Even for veteran real plane and radio-controlled plane fliers like Brown, the competition is tough.

Brown comes by his ability with planes naturally. He has been a mechanic and a machinist all his life.

Brown, who helped found the Canton Chamber of Commerce and Canton Rotary, came to Canton in 1972 from Detroit. He brought his busi-ness out here, Bill Brown Auto Clinic, to its current site in front of Mettetal. Founded in 1949, the clinic was sold by Brown in 1985 but he still works there on various projects from day to day.

"I like to do lubrication. Then I can look over a cus-tomer's car. We used to do six-cylinder cartuneups for $4.95, and we still made money."

The Midwest RC club mem-bers fly their small planes at a field on Five Mile Road between Ridge and Napier in Northville Township.

Brown also visits schools and teaches kids the wonders of fly-ing. He takes in inexpensive balsa wood and paper air-planes the kids can build and fly. Also Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts come to the new EAA

Bill Brown gets ready to launch his replica of the first plane in flight (Wright brothers).

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He figures a newcomer can build a really nice radio-con-trolled plane for well under $200. Kits come with every-thing you need; some come "almost ready to fly" (nearly assembled), but Brown figures a lot of the fun and learning is in the building of the model.

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Program misses grading mark

If ever a story warranted a look deeper t h a n j u s t t he headlines, it's t he one about P lymouth-Canton schools having "failing" marks.

That's wha t it looked like Friday, when t he Adequate Yearly Progress scores were announced . As p a r t of the federal No Child Left Behind Act, schools are manda ted to make AYP in a variety of areas or face designation as a "failing" school.

Four Plymouth-Canton schools — Salem a n d Canton high schools a n d East a n d P ioneer m i d d l e schools — ended u p on the list of failing schools, for different rea-sons.

The two high schools didn't make the cut because they fell short of the 95-percent requirement of s tudents tak-ing t h e M E A P tes t s . T h e two m i d d l e s c h o o l s f a i l e d because one sub-group — special education s tudents — took the standardized MEAP tests and didn' t score high enough.

What the AYP rules don't take into account — and what makes them inordinately unfair to schools tha t a re doing a good job educating children — is that the M E A P test is a voluntary test. Students are not required to take it.

In fact, schools across Michigan were having so little luck getting students to take them the state h a d to come up with meri t scholarships as incentives. And w he n you look at the results of those scholarships, it becomes quite clear both Salem and Canton are among the state's best. In 2003, Canton High School students earned 3 0 4 scholar-ships, while their brethren at Salem earned an even 300.

In the AYP grading, both high schools earned an 'A' for s tudent ach ievement on t he MEAP, a n d b o t h schools earned a composite 'B.' Still, Canton is on the failing list because it fell eight-tenths of a percent below the mark, while Salem is on it because officials could "only" get nine out of 10 students to take it.

In Plymouth-Canton, officials have special educat ion students take the same MEAP test everyone else takes. There are alternative tests available, but P-C officials pre-fer s t u d e n t s "to s t r e t ch themselves ," as E a s t M i d d l e School Principal Marsha Hoff pu t it, because they believe it helps students grow academically.

It's ironic, then , tha t t he school trying to get i ts s tu-dents to s tretch themselves gets penalized for i t unde r this program. Isn ' t that wha t we t ry to do wi th all our children?

No one is saying everything is perfect in P l y m o u t h -Canton. There is always room for improvement, a n d hav-ing schools and teachers held accountable is an admirable foal. But it's got to be done fairly.

Convention center needs regional input

Detroit Mayor KwameKi lpa t r i ck has some big ideas when it comes to replacing downtown 's Cobo Hal l — more than a billion dollars big. ; Truth is, Cobo jus t isn't the "world-class" convent ion

facility it used to be. While this conversation s tar ted with the Nor th American Auto Dealers want ing m o r e space, no one in a position of authority has questioned t he need for improvements. ' We hope any talk of expanding Cobo quickly falls by the

wayside. In this case, Kilpatrick's "think big" approach makes plenty of sense. His vision of a larger "economic development project" includes the creation of hundreds of jobs and the potential for billions in revenue.

We also agree with Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson, who says building a world-class convention facili-

More than our region should also be involved in the new facility's p l a n n i n g and eventual opera t ion. Tha t ' s why something more should be done than just reworking the existing facility or even building anew in the same location.

Myriad possibilities exist when it comes to actual con-struction, and we have no doub t this will t r igger some sort of batt le between Detroit and Oakland County. Or Wayne County. Or everybody else. But whoever ends up ^rawing this proposal should keep in mind t ha t it's not enough to build a good-looking convention center. • Despi te t he obvious chal lenges, we see t r e m e n d o u s potential in a comprehensive plan to t ransform Detroit's riverfront, beginning with the Cobo site. And we're con-vinced a billion dollars would be better spent on a new convention center than on! trying to breathe new life into a 40-year-old structure.

But if we build it, will they come?

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together and form their own Little League so be it. It is troubling, however, w h e n j consider the mindset that leads to the comments printed in this newspaper such as "This is the real thing, not just recreational ball," and that "Recreational ball is fun. But Little League elevates baseball to another level giving kids a "...real chance to compete."

The implication is that for years kids have had to settle for something less than the real thing. Statements such as these only serve to belittle all the kids, coaches, umpires and parents who have made the CCJBBA (formerly the PCJBBA) the suc-cessful league that it is. This kind of thinking is unfounded. Any kid (or adult) who plays sports recognizes that the fun in sports is not the level of competition, • but the competition itself.

My three sons have participated in the CCBJBA for many years having a very positive experience. They have played, competed, learned, won, lost and had fun. What more does there to be? It's fine if you want to have your own league but it's not healthy to justify it by demeaning another. Mine and countless other kids are fine where they are at.

Marshall Grazioli Canton

Roundabouts, yeah! At long last, a design professional with

a bit of common sense! Just what Canton needs. I refer to Howard .Deardorff's {Canton Observer, Jan. 25) vision of roundabouts on the transporta-tion nightmare that is commonly known as Ford Road in Canton.

This is exactly what I have been urging for years. Having come from England, where roundabouts are widely used, to the U.S., where traffic lights are the rule (and higher vehicular death rates the consequence), I have been baffled by the negative, one might almost say fearful, attitude of most Americans towards installing this simple, safe, and efficient method of traffic control.

Kudos to Deardorff, and I trust that his innovative and imaginative ideas will be given the deep consideration that they deserve.

Rachel McCormack Canton

Salvation Army thanks In last Sunday's paper you will find a

rather extensive thank you of people who volunteered their time as bell ringers for our Christinas campaign. There were also many behind-the-scenes people who helped us assist families. We would like to thank them for their work during the Christmas season. From adopting fami-lies, to setting up the toy shop, to dona-tions of money, time and food. We would like to thank you for your generosity:

Crosswinds Church, Christy Seale, National City Bank, Johnson Controls/Van Buren, Victory Packaging, Ann Arbor Annuity Exchange, Denise Marable, Morraine Elementary 5th Grade, St. John Neumann, Divine Savior, Dennis Currier, Tower Automotive, and Mary Morenci.

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Associates, Ahearn Family, Charlie's Jewelry Creations, Avanti Group, Livonia Medical Center, St. Mary, Brownie "Droop 2821, Health Decisions, Inc., Kroger No. 671, Plymouth Symphony, Burke Family, Plymouth Jaycees, Menzies Family, Oakwood Health Care Center, Sam's, Human Synergistics.

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cise in futility, waste of time, fooling the public to believe it has something to say about who are going to be the candidates -in the November presidential elections.

The truth appears to be that the power brokers who have enormous amount of money and the mainstream news media at their disposal do this task for the pub-lic as a favor. They most likely have already decided who our next president will be. The rest is for the voters to have fun.

The brokers' power and skills in condi-tioning people into voting for the chosen-. by-them candidates is practically unchal-lengeable, hardly contestable and most effective. That is, no doubt, the main rea-son why "whole lot of citizens don't ever bother to vote" in our "democratic" elec-toral system, believing, and probably rightly so, that it will make no difference. ;

Another discouragement: The vote count in unverifiable electronic voting machines can be tinkered with to the • advantage of any such wrongdoers.

Joseph Wira Plymouth:

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Caucus futility Commenting on Jack Lessenberry's

columns (Jan. 18 and Jan. 25) it seems to me that the caucus nomination election process is not much more than an exer-

As I picked up the Observer on Thursday, Jan. 29,1 was overcome with excitement as I began to read the article in which you honored Plymouth middle school teacher Patricia Fair. As a gradu-ate of Our Lady of Good Counsel, I would like to commend you on honoring such a phenomenal teacher. As my seventh- and eighth-grade science teacher, Ms. Fair always inspired me to be my best and try my hardest, especially with science fair. Because of her determination, commit-ment, and overall caring attitude I was one of her six grand award winners of sci-ence fair, and with the skills in science fair projects instilled in me in junior high, I went on to place at the high school level with my project. Now a junior in high school, I have begun to search for colleges in which would be best suited to my major, chemistry. Ms. Fair was the single person who promoted a love of science, and has always encouraged me to deepen my knowledge and interest. Again I would like to congratulate Ms. Fair on her award, and thank the Observer for recognizing such an outstanding teacher and person.

Julia Aldin Plymout

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Surge for Kerry a good sign that Democrats want to win Since the Michigan Democratic caucuses are

this Saturday, this column is about political antennae.

Some of the best I've ever seen are attached to former Gov. Jim Blanchard, who was stumping the state last week in support of Sen. John Kerry's Campaign for the Democratic nomination for president. It was Blanchard, you might remem-ber, who came out early in 1992 for Bill Clinton, who at that point was largely unknown. ! I recall Blanchard saying to me at the time that

his fellow governor "is one of the most gifted politicians I've ever met, and I think he's gonna be

elected presi4ent." Well, Blanchard was right in

1992, and this time around he's just as high on Kerry, who surged in the polls after his vic-tories in Iowa and New Hampshire. Together with Gov. Jennifer Granholm's husband, Dan Mulhern, Blanchard has been beating the drum steadily for Kerry for more than a year.

Blanchard's analysis is that Kerry has "tons of momentum" in Michigan and thinks Granholm's endorsement last

weekend helps a lot. But he also worries the sys-tem used by the Michigan Democratic Party to ran its preference poll could make the result here very close. Under Michigan caucus rules, you could cast your ballot by Internet or mail as early as Jan. 5, well before Kerry's upset victory in Iowa, and an unknown number did.

Howard Dean's campaign has been tied heavily to the Internet, he reasons, and even though Dean suffered bad defeats in Iowa and New Hampshire, a lot of early "Deaniac" votes might sway the Michigan results in unexpected ways. So when I talked with Blanchard a couple of days ago, I asked him how come he thought Kerry could be competitive with President George W. Bush, who has to be the odds-on favorite to win re-election. As usual, Blanchard's analysis was perceptive.

"It all starts with Kerry's ability to neutralize Bush on national security issues," he said. "He's an authentic Vietnam War hero, a patriot who volunteered to serve, versus a President Bush who never fought and skipped his Air National Guard meetings during the (Vietnam) war. Kerry voted for the war resolution. Nobody can question his patriotism or foreign policy experi-ence. So with Kerry as a candidate, national security and defense are no longer Bush's issues alone.

"Which puts the campaign right where it should be," Blanchard continued, "focused on the economy. Overall, the national economy might be

improving. But we've lost something like three million jobs since Bush became president, our manufacturing sector is in terrible trouble, and in Michigan, at least, it looks a lot like a jobless recovery. The national deficit for the coming year is more than $500 billion and with continued deficits a certainty, it's likely interest rates are -going to go up.

"That's not a strong record for Bush to defend," he concluded.

So what four adjectives would Blanchard offer for Kerry? "Presidential," he started. "Tough, very tough, much tougher than people think. T&lented, enormously talented. A reserved New Englander, secure and comfortable with who he is."

When I spoke to Kerry's wife, Teresa Heinz Kerry, several days ago, I asked her the same question. "Integrity," she said right away, then "belief in the nobility of public service." r

"Optimism," she added, "determination and cool under fire." (Mrs. Kerry, an engaging, highly intel-ligent woman who speaks six languages, also pro-vided an interesting capsule definition of the job of a First Lady: "Keep him honest; keep him strong; keep him healthy; and don't let his ego get too big.")

My own sense is that the Democratic P£rty is refreshingly focused on one main thingf^nding the candidate with the best chance of beating President Bush. Most times, the Democrats have been so interested in arguing over ideology or in advocating one cause or another that they have forgotten the point of running for office is to win. This time around, the Democrats hate Bush so much they're willing to go for "ABB" — anybody but Bush — and really mean it.

Reflecting on American political history, it seems to me that the old system in which candi-dates were picked by party leaders in smoke-filled rooms often made a lot of sense. The bosses, and insiders knew the possible candidates well, their strengths and weaknesses, their habits and foibles. And the power wielded by the bosses depended on the electability of the candidates they chose. But once the parties started picking their nominees through primary elections, they discovered the knowledgeable insideris lost their power to the mass electorate, which in turn was easily swayed by the media, TV ads and single-issue politics.

I doubt we'll go back to old ways of picking our candidates. But for Kerry to emerge the way he has gives me some slim hope that this time around the Democrats just might be overcoming one of their traditional bad habits.

Phil Power is the chairman of the board of the company that owns this newspaper. He would be pleased to get your reac-tions to this column either at (734) 953-2047 or at [email protected].

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Though 70 percent of Michigan residents approve of a ban on late-term abortions (sometimes called partial-birth abortion),

it was still opposed in "die Legislature by a minority of politicians and it was vetoed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm. The governor and the small group of politicians cited inade-quate exclusions for health — based on coun-sel from a few individuals in the medical community We assume that an opinion from the medical community is based on medical fact and not his, or her, own economic, social or political views ... but that's not always the case.

The opinions of those consultants to the governor were not based on medicine or appropriate medical pro-cedure. Dr. Harold Sauer of the Michigan Section of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists — of which some members work at abortion clinics — wrote a letter to the Michigan Legislature to promote votes against the ban. Dr. Tom Forbes, a pediatric cardiolo-

gist at Children's Hospital of Michigan, dis-agreed — he stated that it was Sauer's person-al view only and not medically based.

Forbes asked 1,000 Michigan doctors for any medical reasons which might substanti-ate performing partial-birth abortion for the health of the mother.

To date, none provided evidence to support Sauer. Besides the lack of medical support, the American Medical Association even stat-ed that partial-birth abortion is "ethically wrong."

The medical fact is that normal, breech or C-section delivery is safer than a late-term abortion. The best health interest for future fertility and a woman's own health is the delivery of a live child. Studies show that abortion negatively impacts the cervix, which can cause pre-term birth and result in cerebral palsy for other future children. Abortion ha% also been linked with breast cancer and the exhibition of a severe depression known as post-abortion syn-drome.

As Forbes explains, while it is claimed that abortion is the only option for an imminent (emergency) health risk, this is false.. In the case of high-risk pregnancies, whether due to chronic health issues with the mother (heart disease, diabetes, etc.), acute health issues in the mother (i.e. eclampsia, preclampsia, toximia, etc.) or

The met id is that normal, breech or C-section delivery is safer than a late-term abortion. The best health interest for future fertility and a woman's own health is the delivery of a live child. Studies shovi( that abortion negatively impacts the • cervix, which can cause pre-term birth and result in cerebral palsy for other future children.

specific issues with the baby, the safest management for the mother is to medically manage the condition until the baby can survive outside the mother, and induction of labor (at the proper time) with vaginal delivery under controlled circumstances.

In certain circumstances, a C-section may be necessary. Though under no circumstances^ is it safer to perform partial-birth abortion; ? prematurely inducing labor, forcing the child1

out breech and — before delivering the head , — inserting a sharp object into the base of the brain, thereby killing the baby. There is no medical reason or benefit for this procedure. . Under no circumstances is it ever safer for the mother to deliver a dead baby rather than a living baby. The only health risk is to have the abortion.

For a child whose illness will likely result in, death, the question is what would be better? l b die at the blunt of an instrument or in their parents' compassionate arms? By exam-' pie, society surrounds its loved ones, who are' elderly or ill, to care for them to the moment of their passing. There are postnatal hospices ' to care, specifically, for children who will not r1 survive.

There are foundations and social services v

available to assist parents and their children " or to adopt children. If the parents cannot manage a handicapped child, there are other ^ parents who can and do adopt babies for thatr reason.

Protect both women and children. Sign the-petition to override the veto.

Michael Warner is a representative of Catholics in the ; Public Square, an organization in Michigan. He lives in

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Author to build 'faith bridges' at event Bruce Feiler, best-selling

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In Abraham, Feiler recounts his personal search for the shared ancestor of Jews, Christians and Muslims. The book has been described as a "powerful interfaith message and a rare vision of hope."

"The committee is thrilled to offer such a powerful and time-ly speaker for this year's prayer breakfast," said Jay Young, event chairman.

"Given the current state of international affairs, the com-mittee stepped up its efforts to offer a speaker that would inspire, renew and uplift the citizenry."

Feiler, a native of Savannah, Ga., who now lives in Manhattan, graduated from Yale University and earned a master's degree in internation-

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What had been the Schoolcraft College Invitational volleyball tournament has been altered.

The 31st annual is set for Saturday, with d total of 28 teams competing. But for one thing, it won't be one tournament, but two. Three pools of four teams wili compete at Hillside Middle School (or the former Northviile HS, located on Eight Mile); another four pools of four teams will compete at Salem HS.

The opening round of pool play at both loca-tions begins at 9 a.m.

The reason for the switch in location is that Schoolcraft wasn't avail-able. Competing at Hillside MS in Pool A wilt be Farmington Hills Mercy, Monroe Jefferson, Walled Lake Western and Dearborn Divine Child; in Pool 6, Walled Lake Northern, Fenton, Livonia Clarenceville and North Farmington; and in Pool C, Dearborn, Madison Heights Bishop Foley, Farmington and Northviile.

The top eight teams following pool play will advance to the Gold Bracket for the elimina-tion round; the remaining four go to the Silver Bracket.

At Salem, Pool A wi l l consist of Livonia Churchill, Macomb Dakota, Novi and Monroe; Pool B, Temperance Bedford, Livonia Stevenson, Birmingham Marian and Rochester Adams; Pool C, Salem, Woodhaven, Milford and Livonia Ladywood; and Pool D, East Kentwood, Holly, Walled Lake Central and Trenton.

The top two teams in each pool advance to the Gold Bracket for the elimination round, the next two play in the Silver Bracket.

At Hillside, pool-play matches are all two games, rally scoring to 25 points (27-point cap). At Salem, pool-play matches are two/three games, the first two rally scoring to 25 points (27-point cap), the third rally scoring to 15 (no cap).

Trophies and medals will be presented to the top two teams. Tournament results will appear in the Feb. 12 edi-tion of the Observer.

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Lightning '94 White/Select 010 girls soccer team finished first in the indoor girls U10 Division I at the High Velocity Soccer Complex in Canton. The Lightning posted a 7-1-0 record, outscoring their oppo-nents 60-22.

Team members are Abby Baktes, Paige Brennan, Megan Birdwell, Amelia Burdette, Devon Corby, Niki Gilo, Amanda Lopez, Jaime Olson, Megan Trapp and Jackie Waite of Plymouth; Sarah Bambach and Rebecca Bubenheimer of Livonia; and Melissa Kulczyki and Jenna Smith of Canton. The team is coached by Dave Burdette and trained by Jim Zurawski; LeeAnn Burdette is the manager.

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Steve Reasor's first-place finish in the 200-yard individual medley helped catapult Canton past Salem in Tuesday's dual meet.

Chiefs' depth sinks Salem There's always reasons, and usually they

don't vary all that much from year to year. Too much talent plus too much depth equals too many points.

For Salem. Usually. But not this time. On Tuesday, Canton utilized its superior depth to gain one-two finishes in three events and second-third-fourth in four other races to beat the Rocks, 105-80, in a Western Lakes Activities Association dual swim meet at Canton.

The win kept the Chiefs unbeaten in dual meets at 5-0. Salem is 4-4 overall, 2-2 in the WLAA

"Our guys came through with a lot of best times," Canton coach Ed Weber said. "The boys were real excited about this. But they knew they had to swim their meet.

We wanted to have Salem chase them instead of us chasing Salem."

In the final analysis, Salem had first-place finishes in seven of 12 events, but the Chiefs' depth was the difference.

Canton had one double-winner in indi-vidual events: Joe Le, who was first in the 50-yard (22.76) and 100-yard (49.29) freestyles. Le's time in the 50 was a state qualifier.

Salem had two double-winners in indi-vidual events: Matt Jurcak in the 200 free (1:52.87) and 100 backstroke (58.44), and Nick Dixon in the 100 butterfly (55.09) and 500 freestyle (5:07.94).

The Chiefs went one-two in the 200 individual medley, the 200 freestyle relay and the 50 freestyle. Just as important,

they were second-third-fourth in the 200 freestyle, the 100 butterfly, the 500 freestyle and the 100 backstroke — which meant that, even though they didn't take first place in the event, they outscored Salem in it (meet results inside).

The end result wasn't entirely a sur-prise Canton had beaten Salem at the WLAA Relays and at the Rock Kilgore meet. Still, the Rocks have won 11 straight league titles and had been beaten by the Chiefs in a dual meet just once before.

"We had the idea from the beginning," Weber said. "But they kept fighting and made it a ̂ neet."

Sounds like something Salem coach Chuck Olson would usually be saying after this meet. But not this time.

Canton tips Wayne with comeback

Cause it could happen. A comeback like this is not likely,

or probable. It's almost inconceiv- ; ^ able. But people never want their -team to just give up and cash it in, simply because something like what happened to Canton's volleyball team Monday at Wayne Memorial could always happen again.

The scenario: Canton wins the first game of this Western Lakes Activities Association crossover, 15-8. The second, however, seemingly belongs to Wayne.

The Zebras score the first nine

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points of the game. They go up 11-11 They reach game point at 14-3.

Get ready for Game No. 3 — right? "I was out of official timeouts when

it was 11-1," Canton coach Steve Anderson said. "There were 19 rota-tions in this game. I was out of subs, (substitutions) after 12.

"Needless to say, I almost had a mental meltdown."

Anderson was also getting ready for a third game. But the Chiefs refused to give in. According to Anderson, the team's senior captains — Katie Esper, Kristen Lillie and > Kelly Baker — refused to let them.,

They climbed back into it, eventu-ally tying the game at 14-all. With the game in overtime, each side got another timeout. Anderson used his with Wayne ahead, 16-15 (a team must win the game by two points).,

And somehow, Canton pulled it out, scoring three straight points to beat the Zebras, 18-16, and win the match. The Chiefs improve to 14-10-4 overall; in WLAA crossovers, they are 2-1.

"It was a total negative offset by a total positive," Anderson said.

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Rockets knock down Canton The bigger the game, the more glaring the

mistakes seem to be. When Canton hosted Westland John Glenn

in a Western Lakes Activities Association bas-ketball crossover Tuesday, it wasn't difficult to find the difference.

Glenn was 15-of-19 at the free-throw line. Canton was 3-of-13.

That, as much as anything, was the reason the Rockets prevailed, 68-60.

Glenn improved to 8-4 overall. Canton is 7-5.

"Free-throw shooting," Chiefs coach Charlie Paye said afterward. "We've had problems the past few games — against (Livonia) Franklin last week, we were 9-of-25.

"But they're a good team. That (Barry) Eberhardt's a load inside."

The game was close throughout; indeed, it wasn't until the final quarter that the Rockets' superior performance at the stripe gave them a cushion. It was a one-point game at the half, Glenn up 24-23. The third quarter was an exchange of baskets, with Canton taking a three-point lead on a 3-pointer by Maurice Griffin with eight seconds left, only to see

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Glenn eliminate it with triple by Nathan Beardin the final second of the period.

It stayed that way until the midpoint of the fourth quarter, when the Rockets' free throws started taking their toll. Baskets by Jacques Burrell and Mike Jones, sandwiched around a pair of free throws by Eberhardt, accounted for a six-point run by Glenn that took it from 51-48 to a nine-point advantage.

The Chiefs never got closer than five after that, Eberhardt's basket with 42 seconds left giving Glenn its biggest lead, 66-56. The 6-foot-5 junior finished with 22 points; Burrell had 13 and Brandon Westbrook had 12.

D.J. Bridges topped Canton with 13 points. Andy Cortellini had 11.

"I'm not totally disappointed with the way we played," Paye said. Still, the loss left Canton slightly below the WLAAs elite, with its league losses to Northviile and Glenn. The Chiefs can rectify that somewhat Friday when they have a rematch with Northviile, at Northviile.

Whalers tie; captain suspended Hockey's the only sport in which you can

get into a fight and you won't get kicked out. Not out of that game, not the next one, not the one after that

That's not to say a player can't get suspend-ed. Just ask Plymouth Whalers captain James Wisniewski.

The Canton native was up against Owen Sound forward Stefan Ruzicka during Friday's fight-filled Ontario Hockey League game at Compuware Arena, During their confronta-tion, Wisniewski apparently violated the "John Vanbiesbrouck" rule.

He called Ruzicka a "Euro." And for that Wisniewski received an auto-

matic five-game suspension. Last year, Vanbiesbrouck — then coach of

the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds — was fired after using a racial slur to describe a player. Wisniewski began serving his suspension Saturday against Toronto; there is no appeal process.

Against the St. Michael's Majors, Plymouth twice had to overcome two-goal deficits to pull out a 3-3 draw.

Sal Peralta had a goal and two assists for Toronto, his second-period goal coming just 43 seconds after Plymouth had scored to nar-

OHL HOCKEY

row the gap to one. First-period goals by Evgeny Kadatskiy and Joe Rand had given the Majors a 2-0 lead; Peralta's goal, after the Whalers' Jonas Fiedler put one in on the power play to make it 2-1, made their cushion two once again.

It didn't stay that way for long, however. John Mitchell made it a one-goal game once again at 13:44 of the second period, scoring his 20th goal of the season for the Whalers.

The game-tying goal came from John Vigilante, on the power play at 10:05 of the third period. Vigilante and Fiedler each had a goal and an assist; Tim Sestito and Richard Power both had two assists for Plymouth.

Ryan Nie had 28 saves in goal for the Whalers. Justin Peters made 23 stops for Toronto.

The tie gave Plymouth a 22-17-9-3 record (56 points), second in the OHL's West Division, four points behind first-place Sarnia, Toronto is second in the Central Division at 26-17-6-2 (60 points), three points behind Mississauga.

Salem's Mike Dendrinos (left), here defeating Wayne's Zach Listman, reached the finals at 125 pounds at the Observeriand Tournament before losing to Churchill's Kris Felice.

Churchill, Glenn tied up It was only fitting that the 13th

Observeriand Invitational wrestling tournament resembled a thr^e-horse race at the Kentucky Derby.

The meet turned out to be a photo finish — and declared a dead heat in thd 17-school event — as premeet favorites Livonia Churchill and Wekland John Glenn shared the championship with 183 points apiece.

Wayne Memorial finished a close third with 176.5, while two-time defending champion Redford Catholic Central placed fourth with 142. (See statistical summary inside.)

Glenn gained the tie in the meet's final match when Eric Schambers captured the 215-pound title with a four-point major decision over Churchill's Hafeez Qureshi, 9-1.

It was the first Observeriand crown for either school. And ironi-cally, each team had a point deduct-ed during "die day for unsportsman-like conduct.

Churchill placed five in the finals, getting titles from its top seeds — junior Pat Draheim (275 pounds), senior Kris Felice (125) and junior Manuel Schubert (160). Schubert is now 36-1 overall; Felice, 35-1; and Draheim, 34-4.

"They have split emotions about it," Churchill coach Marty Altounian said of the co-championship. "They're happy they won, but they're

mad it was a tie. They're disappoint-ed to share it with somebody.

"But it was a good effort by our ' kids. I thought we'd have one more in the finals, but you can never pre-dict right in wrestling"

Glenn placed three in the finals, • with Rece Cox (141) and Schambers (215) earning championships. :

The Rockets nearly had title No.-3, but Lutheran Westland's Neal Kemp, voted the upper weights MVP by the coaches, avenged last year's defeat to Glenn's Jake Fairchild in the 189- " pound final, 4-3.

"I thought Churchill had won it when their 171 (Schubert) won and our 189 (Fairchild) lost," Glenn coach Bill Polk said. "Obviously we were ; going.for it (Schambers) just in case. I didn't realize that was the tying • point (the four-point major deci-sion). !;

"There were a lot of surprises and a lot of upsets. Our unseeded kids * wrestled well even though some di$ not place. We had some disappoint-ments, too. A little of both. It all :< weighed out at the end." \

Wayne also made noise through-out the day, getting an individual title from senior Tim Hammer (135), who has only one loss this season. The Zebras also had two other finalists.

"We haven't placed better than

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Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings - January 27, 2004 The Board of Trustees convened at 6:15 p.m. in closed ^egsjofir to discuss pending litigation and employee negotiations. Members Present: Bennett, Burdziak, Kirchgatter, McLaughlin, Shefferly Zarbo Members Absent: Yack Staff Present: Director^Durack, Director Santomauro Closed session adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Motion by Zarbo, supported by Bennett to move from closed session to open session at 7:00 p.m. Motion carried by all members present.. A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton was held Tuesday, January 27, 2004, at 46000 Summit Parkway. Motion by Bennett supported by Zarbo to appoint Elaine Kirchgatter to chair the meeting. Motion carried by all members present. Kirchgatter called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call Members Present: Bennett, Burdziak, McLaughlin, Zarbo, Kirchgatter, Shefferly Members Absent: Ya ck Staff Present: Director Minghine, Director Durack, Director Santomauro, Director Conklin,

Chief Rorabacher, and Debbie Zevalkink Staff Absent: Director Faas Adoption of Agenda: Motion by Bennett, supported by Shefferly to approve the agenda with the deletion of G-4 and the removal of G - l l to G-4. Motion carried by all members present. Approval of Minutes: Motion by Bennett, supported by Burdziak to approve the January 13, 2004 Board Minutes. Motion carried by all members present. Motion by Bennett, supported by McLaughlin to approve the Board Minutes of January 20,2004. Ayes - Burdziak, Kirchgatter, McLaughlin, Shefferly, Zarbo Abstain - Bennett, Absent • Yack Payment of Bills: Motion by Shefferly, supported by Bennett to approve payment of the M i s as presented. Motion carried by all members present.

Expenditure Recap for January 27,2004 General Fund 101 Fire Fund 206 Police Fund 207 Summit Operating 208 Cable TV Fund 230 Twp Improvement 246 E-911 Utility 261 Auto Forfeiture(wwa) 267 Federal Grants Fund 274 Auto Theft Grant 289 Downtown Dev. Authority 294 Cap Proj-Summit Const 402 Cap Proj-Road Paving 403 Golf Fund 584 Water & Sewer Fund 592 Post Employ. Benefits 736 Total - All Funds 2,077,301.03

580,598.31 169,370.01 101,071.48 54,656.70

3.056.98 2,750.00

25,398,23 895.59 968.66

1,099.64 69,648.84

355.00 53,115.05

7.003.99 983,179.44

24,133.11

Board Member Reports: McLaughlin stated that last Wednesday, January 21, 2004, the Design Michigan Taskforce, sponsored by the , DDA, toured the Ford Road Corridor.

PUBLIC HEARING: Item 1. PICKWICK VILLAGE SUBDIVISION REQUEST TO CREATE STREET LIGHT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. Motion by Zarbo, supported by Bennett to open the public hearing at 7:07 p.m. to consider the petition of four (4) streetlights in the Pickwick Village Subdivision. The residents present were in favor of streetlights. Motion carried by all members present._Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to close the Public Hearing at 7:12 p.m. to consider the petition of four (4) streetlights in the Pickwick Village Subdivision. Motion carried by all-members present.Motion by Bennet, supported by McLaughlin to approve the 2004 Pickwick Village Subdivision Street Lighting Special Assessment, authorize the construction and maintenance of four (4) 100 Watt Sodium Vapor Streetlights Cobra Head Luminaire style mounted on a Code 80 Post installed at the following locations: Greenwood (North side of the street); Ashbury (South side of the street); Hanford (South side of the street); and Barchester (placed in the island) and authorize the Township Clerk to sign the agreement. Motion carried by all members present.

CONSENT CAT/RWnAR- I t e m j CONSIDER APPROVAL FOR 2004 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDERS. (MSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo ,to to authorize the 2004 Public Works Blanket Purchase orders as required under the Purchasing Policy. Motion carried by all members present. Item 2. ANNUAL PERMIT FOR WORK WITHIN THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND DESIGNATED OFFICER FOR SIGNATURE ON ANNUAL PERMIT AND ADDITIONAL PERMITS ISSUED TO CANTON TOWNSHIP. (MSD) Resolution 1: Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to approve Terry Bennett, Township Clerk, as the designated officer, to execute the 2004 Annual permit for Utility Operations within the Michigan Department of Transportation right-of-way. Motion carried by all members present. Resolution II: Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to approve Terry Bennett, Township Clerk, as the designated officer, to sign permits for operations within the Michigan Department of Transportation right-of-way not covered by the annual permit. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 3. REQUEST FOR BLANKET PURCHASE ORDERS FOR 2004. (LSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to authorize the attached blanket purchase order list for Leisure Services Department for 2004. Motion carried by all members present. Item 4. AMEND INTERIOR ENVIRONMENTS, LLC FURNITURE PURCHASE ORDER. (FBD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to approve increasing the Purchase Order previously issued to Interior Environments LLC., 26911 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, Michigan, 48034 by $4,945.10 for the purchase of the additional furnishings. Total amended Purchase Order $781,329.11. Motion carried by all members present. Item 5. ADOPT BUDGET FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FUND #402. (FBD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to adopt the 2004 budget for the Capital Projects Building Construction Fund for the completion of the Administration Building and Public Safety Building expansion project as follows: Revenues $12,148,798, Appropriations $12,148,798. This establishes the 2004 budget for the Capital Projects Building Construction Fund at $12,148,798. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 6. BUDGET AMENDMENT • 2003 GENERAL FUND -ASSESSORS OFFICE (FBD) Motion by Bennett, supported, by Zarbo to approve the following budget amendment in the General Fund, Assessor's Office to provide sufficient funds for estimated 2003 expenditures: Increase Revenues: Appropriation form Fund Balance #101-000-699-0000, $54,290, Increase Appropriations: Contracted Appraisal Fees #101-209-807-0000 $43,250, Legal Fees-Assessor #101-209-808-0000 $11.040. Total $54,290. This budget amendment increases the 2003 Assessor's Office budget from $539,602 to $593,892, and the 2003 General Fund budget from $24,603,925 to $24,658,215. Motion carried by all members present.

GENERAL CALENDAR: Item 1. CONSIDER PRELIMINARY SITE PLAN FOR AUTUMN COURT ESTATES SITE CONDOMINIUMS. (MSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by McLaughlin to approve the resolution. Motion carried by all members present. RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Preliminary Site Plan for Awtnmn flourt Site CnnHnmiiiinma WHEREAS, the Project Sponsor, Mr. Martin LaForte, has requested preliminary site plan approval for Autumn Court Site Condominiums to be located on Joy Road between Beck and Ridge Roads, identified as tax EDP # 017-99-0008-701; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the site plan and made a recommendation to approve the request to grant preliminary site plan approval, as summarized in the attached written analysis and recommendation. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan does hereby approve the request of the petitioner, Mr. Martin LaForte, to approve the preliminary site plan for the proposed Autumn Court Estates subject to any and all state and local development regulations and farther subject to any conditions recommended by the Planning Commission and staff, as described in the analysis and recommendation attached hereto and made a part hereof.

Item 2. APPROVE A CONTINUATION OF THE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH WAt>E-TRIM AND ASSOCIATES TO PROVIDE ONGOING GIS SERVICES. (MSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Shefferly to approve the continuation of Wade-Trim.and Associates GIS consulting services for an amount not to exceed $18,769.92. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 3. CONSIDER PURCHASE OF RICOH AFICIO 1027 COPIER. (MSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by McLaughlin to purchase a Model Ricoh Aficio 1027 from IKON Office Solutions under the State of Michigan Bid in the amount of $5,636.00. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 4. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A FORD F450 TRUCK FOR THE WESTERN WAYNE COUNTY CONSORTIUM. (PSD) Deleted from agenda.

Item 5. RECOMMENDATION TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH CDPA ARCHITECTS, INC. TO DESIGN FIRE STATION IH. (PSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Shefferly to authorize the Township Clerk to sign the contract between the Charter Township of Canton and CDPA Architects, Inc.. Motion carried by all members

present. Motion by Bennett, supported by Shefferly to authorize a purchase order for CDPA Architects, Inc. in the amount of 7% of the construction costs. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 6. CONSIDER AWARD OF BID FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO GEORGE W. AUCH COMPANY FOR FIRE STATION III. (PSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to award the bid for construction management services for Fire Station III to George W. Auch Company and authorize the Township Clerk to sign said contract. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 7. APPROVAL FOR PREMIER MDC MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT. (PSD) Motion by Bennett, supported by Burdziak toauthorize a payment of $18,258.00 for the Motorola Service Agreement for the Premier MDC Software (patrol laptop servers). Motion carried by all members present.

Item 8. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE FIVE MOTOROLA LAPTOP COMPUTERS FOR THE PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT. (PSD) Motion by Bennett supported by Kirchgatter to approve the purchase of five. (5) MW800 laptop computers and necessary equipment from Motorola for a cost of $35,446.50. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 9. AUTHORIZATION FOR FIRE PERSONNEL TO ATTEND SCHOOL OF FIRE STAFF AND COMMAND. (PSD) Motion by Bennett supported by Shefferly to approve the expenditure of $2,500 tuition for Lt. Sumner to attend the School of Fire Staff and Command at Eastern Michigan University. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 10. APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL FOR PERFORMING ARTS CENTER BUILDING SECURITY SYSTEM. (LSD) Motion by Bennett supported by McLaughlin to approve the price quote for a security system from Advanced Satellite Communications for $17,590 for the Performing Arts Center. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 11. REQUEST TO ISSUE AN ADDITIONAL PURCHASE ORDER TO TMP ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR THE ADMINISTRATION/PUBLIC SAFETY EXPANSION AND RENOVATION PROJECT. (FBD) Motion by Bennett supported by Burdziak to issue TMP Associates Inc., 1191 West Square Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, 48303 a purchase order in the amount of $240,000 for the Administration/Public Safety Project. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 12. REQUEST TO INCREASE TMP PURCHASE ORDER FOR THE VILLAGE THEATER AT CHERRY HILL. (SUPERVISOR) Motion by Bennett, supported by Burdziak to increase the original purchase order #33617 for TMP by $115,676.87 to cover the reimbursable expenses incurred by TMP for design of The Village Theater at Cherry Hill. Motion carried by all members present.

Item 13. REQUEST TO PURCHASE A RICOH AFICIO 1027 COPIER. (SUPERVISOR) Motion by Bennett, supported by Zarbo to approve the purchase of a Ricoh Aficio 1027 copier from IKON Office Solutions, under the State of Michigan Bid, in the amount of $5,636.00 including a one year maintenance charge. Motion' carried by all members present.

Item 14. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE #161, ADOPT THE CODE OF ORDINANCES FOR THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON. (CLERK) Motion by Bennett and supported by Shefferly to introduce, table and publish for the first reading Ordinance #161, Adoption of the Code of Ordinances for the Charter T&wnship of Canton. This code includes the adoption of Ordinances #151, #155 & the repeal of #110, as passed by the Board of Trustees on June 23, 2002, May 1, 2003 and January 23, 2003 respectively. Motion carried by all members present.

STATE OF MICHIGAN, COUNTY OF WAYNE, CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON , CODE OF ORDINANCES SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. _161 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AND ENACTING A NEW CODE FOR THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON, MICHIGAN; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF EXISTINGORDINANCES NOT INCLUDED THEREIN; PROVIDING THAT PREVIOUSLY REPEALED ORDINANCES ARE NOT REVIVED BY GENERAL REPEALER; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION OF THE CODE; PROVIDING FOR THE MANNER OF AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING THE CODE; AND PROVIDING WHEN THE CODE AND THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE. THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON

SECTION 1. ADOPTION OF CODE OF ORDINANCES This section provides that the Township adopts the Code entitled "Code of Ordinances, C hart erTown ship of Canton," published by the Municipal Code Corporation, consisting of Chapters 1 to 110, each inclusive. The Chapters are as follows: Chapter 1: General Provisions Chapter 2: Administration Chapters 3-5: Reserved Chapter 6: Alcoholic Liquor Chapters 7-9: Reserved Chapter 10: Amusements and Entertainments Chapters 11-13: Reserved Chapter 14: Animals Chapters 15-17: Reserved Chapter 18: Businesses Chapters 19-21: Reserved Chapter 22: Community Development Chapters 23-25: Reserved Chapter 26: Emergency Management Chapters 27-29: Reserved Chapter 30. Emergency Services Chapters 31-33: Reserved Chapter 34: Environment Chapters 35-37: Reserved Chapter 38: Fire Prevention and Protection Chapters 39-41: Reserved Chapter 42: Law Enforcement Chapters 43-45: Reserved Chapter 46: Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions Chapter 47-49: Reserved Chapter 50: Parks and Recreation Chapters 51-53: Reserved Chapter 54: Peddlers and Solicitors Chapters 55-57: Reserved Chapter 58: Solid Waste Chapters 59-61: Reserved Chapter 62: Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places Chapters 63-65: Reserved Chapter 66: Telecommunications Chapters 67-69: ReservedChapter 70: Traffic and Vehicles Chapters 71-73: Reserved Chapter 74: Utilities Chapters 75-77: Reserved Chapter 78: Buildings and Building Regulations Chapters 79-81: Reserved Chapter 82: Condominiums Chapters 83-85 Reserved C h a p t e r

86: Floods Chapters 87r89: Reserved Chapter 90: Historic Preservation Chapters 91-93: Reserved Chapter 94: Natural Resources Chapters 95-97r Reserved Chapter 98: Planning Chapters 99-101: Reserved Chapter 102: Signs Chapters 103-105: Reserved Chapter 106: Stormwater Management Chapters 107-109: Reserved Chapter 110: Subdivisions and Other Divisions of Land

SECTION 2. REPEAL OF EXISTING ORDINANCES Tljis section provides that all Ordinances adopted on or before August 26, 2003 that are not included in the Code are repealed.

SECTION 3: VIOLATION AND PENALTY. This section provides that unless another penalty is expressly provided, any person or entity that violates any provision of the Code may, upon conviction, be f ined not more than Five Hundred ($500.00) Dollars or imprisoned not more than Ninety (90) days, or both, and that each act of violation and each day upon which any continuing violation exists constitutes a separate offense.

SECTION 4: ADDITIONS AND AMENDMENTS. This section provides that amendments to the Code are incorporated in the Code, so that reference to the Code includes such amendments.

SECTION 5: ORDINANCES ADOPTED AFTER AUGUST 26, 2003 This section provides that Ordinances adopted after August 26, 2003, that amend or refer to ordinances that have been codified in the Code, shall be construed as if they amend or refer to like provisions of the Code.

SECTION 6: PUBLICATION. This section provides that the Clerk for the Charter Township of Canton shall cause this Ordinance to be published in the manner required by law.

SECTION 7: EFFECTIVE DATE. This section provides that this Ordinance, as amended, shall take full force and effect upon publication. Copies of the complete text of this Ordinance, and of the Code of Ordinances, Charter Township of Canton, are available at the office of the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, Michigan 48188, during regular business hours.

- Thomas J. Yack - Supervisor / Terry G. Bennett -Clerk -

Copies of the complete text of the Board Minutes are available at the office of the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, Michigan 48188, during regular business hours and can also be accessed through our web site www.canton-mi.org after Board approval.

Publish: February 5,2004

WRESTLING RESULTS 13th annual

OBSERVERLAND INVITATIONAL WRESTLING TOURNAMENT

Jan. 31 at Livonia Churchill TEAM STANDINGS: 1. (tie) Livonia Churchill

and Westland John Glenn, 183 points each; 3. Wayne Memorial, 178.5; 4. Redford Catholic Central, 142; 5. Salem, 139.5; 6. Livonia Franklin, 126.5; 7. Redford Union, 122; 8. Canton, 114.5; 9. Livonia Stevenson, 108.5; 10. Lutheran Westland, 105; 11. Garden City, 79.5; 12. Farmington, 66.5; 13. (tie) Farmington Hills Harrison and Plymouth, 24 each; 15. North Farmington, 23; 16. Livonia Clar&iceville, 20; 17. Redford Thurston, 0.

CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS 275 pounds: Pat Draheim (LC) decisioned

John Morasso (CC), 6-2; 3rd place: Ryan Pokryfky (LF) dec. Bobbie Miller (Ply.), 7-0; 5th: Jamie Higgins (LW) p. Sefan Bozman (WJG), 1:55.

103: Jesse Gardocki (LF) dec. Steve Ludke (GC), 2-1; 3rd: Josh Preiss (WM) won by techni-cal fall over Ken Nelson (RU), 15-0; 5th: Alex Fowier (LC) p. Sam Santilli (Canton), 2:41.

112: Andrew Nadhir (CC) dec. Jason Crothers (WM), 8-6; 3rd: Rowdy Glasgow (WJG) dec. Mike Warren (LF), 11-5; 5th: Nick Poole (Canton) won by major dec. over Russ Tobkin (LW), 11-2.

119: Ryan Stump (Saiem) dec. Justin Smith (LC), 8-6 (overtime); 3rd: Justin Keatts (WM) won by major dec. over James Jones (LF), 12-3; 5th: Mike Week (WJG) won by tech. fall over Robert Price (CC). 17-0.

125: Kris Felice (LC)dec. Mike Dendrinos (Salem), 7-3; 3rd: Saul Fuentes (LS) dec. Zach Listman (WM), 6-2; 5th: Zach Campbell (LF) dec. Steve Russo (farm.), 6-4.

130: Jim Moore (RU) won by major dec. over Corey Phiilips (Canton), 23-13; 3rd: Dave

Burr (Salem) dec. Jim Wood (WJG), 8-4; 5th: Alex York (LS) dec. Ryan Hawkins (LF), 0:29.

135: Tim Hammer (WM) dec. Ryan Webb (Canton), 5-1; 3rd: Anthony Victor (NF) dec. Zack Vaughn (Salem), 11-8; 5th: Jaime Murray (LC) pinned Chris Tomasik (RU), 0:39.

140: Rece Cox (WJG) dec. John Gouriay (RU), 4-1; 3rd:.Rex Fugaban (WM) dec. Jon Schwartz (Farm.), 5-4; 5th: Dave Watkins (LF) dec. Konrad Konsitzke (Canton), 10-8.

145: Dario Mainelia (LS) won by tech. fall over Chris McGlone (WM), 17-2; 3rd: Kyle Mason (Farm.) dec. Greg Wacker (WJG), 13-11; 5th: Steve Hosey (Canton) p. Tim Woodman (RU), 1:43.

152: Brad Bartram (CC) dec. Ben Adams (LC), 9-7; 3rd: Daron Cruickshank (WJG) dec. Brandon Noble (LW). 7-4; 5th: Will Schultz (Salem) p. Paul Cavanaugh (WM), 0:19.

160: Trevor Stewart (CC) dec. Emilio Perez (GC), 10-5; 3fd: Brad Alien (WJG) won by major dec. over Josh Loar (RU), 17-6; 5rd: Brian Danville (Salem) p. Dan Gaffke (LC), 0:32.

171: Manuel Schubert (LC) dec. Scott Scharzlose (CC), 11-4; 3rd: Dan Haller (LW) p, Bryan Longton (WM), 4:08; 5rd: Jeremy Sparks (GC) won by major dec. over Jordan Schaefer (Salem), 12-0.

189: Neal Kemp (LW) dec. Jake Fairchild (WJG), 4-3; 3rd: Joe Bargerstock (LS) dec. Jeremy Henderson (Salem), 7-2; 4th: Craig Markgraff (GC) dec. P.J. Caram (Canton), 3-2.

215: Eric Schambers (WJG) won by major dec. Hafeez Qureshi (LC). 9-1; 3rd: Jake Galindez (LW) won by default over Edgar Fuentes (CC); 5th: Alex Moulding (FHH) p. Robert Coffey (WM), 1:27.

Lower weights MVP 003-140): Jim Moore, 130, Redford Union.

Upper weights MVP (145-275): Neal Kemp, 189, Lutheran Westland. • •

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fifth the last five years," Wayne interim coach Morgan Mullins said. "We just tried to stay focused and wrestle tough. If we take losses early oh, I told them to keep their head in it the whole day"

CC, a six-time Observeriand champion, put five in the finals, with 112-pounder Andrew Nadhir, a freshman, 152-pounder Brad Bartram and 160-pounder Trevor Stewart all win-ning crowns.

Redford Union's Jim Moore, who took the 130-pound crown with a 23-13 win over Canton's Corey Phillips, was named lower weights MVP.

Another impressive win was

turned in by Livonia Stevenson's 145-pounder Dario Mainelia, who won by major decision, 17-2, over Wayne's Chris McGlone.

Other titles went to Livonia Franklin's Jesse Gardocki (103), a 2-1 winner over Garden City's Steve Ludke; and Salem's Ryan Stump (119), who rallied from a 6-4 deficit in the final period to beat Churchill's Justin Smith, 8-6 in overtime.

"The desire to win in front of our parents and fans, plus this was only our third home meet this year, gave us a legitimate shot," Altounian said. "We've had some good matchups with Glenn and I knew Wayne would be up there-There are so many other teams to consider, too."

Western Townships Utilities Authority Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

Synopsis 3:00 p.m. Monday, January 26,2004

Regular meeting called to order at 3:08 p.m. Present: Thomas Yack, Steve Mann, Mark Abbo Agenda - adopted as presented. Minutes of the regular meeting of December 15, 2003 _ approved. Minutes of the special meeting of January 13, 2004 - approved. Schedule of disbursement totaling $736,403.69 - approved. Operations & Maintenance Report for December 2003 _ received and filed. Director's Report fop January 2004 - received and filed. 2003 Annual Report - received and filed. 2004 Goals - approved as presented. Annual Report for the YCUA Construction Account Trust Funds -received and filed. Alternative Electric Supplier; Award of Contract - approval to award a contract to Premier Energy of Ann Arbor, Michigan, provided there are no substantial ra te increases from the rate proposed. YCUA Plant Expansion Update - received and filed. Audit (FY Ending September 30,2003) - accepted. Director of Operations Position - approval that a conditional offer of employment be made to Bob Biga of Livonia, Michigan. The regular meeting was adjourned at 4:35 p.m.

Chairperson THOMAS J. YACK

This is synopsis. A complete copy of the minutes may be reviewed a t the WTUA offices located at 40905 Joy Road, Canton, MI 48187 (or) by visiting our website at WTUA.org.

Publish: February 5,2004 oemis43ss

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA

FEBRUARY 12,2004 Notice is hereby given that there will be a meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals THURSDAY, February 12, 2004 AT 7:30 P.M. The meeting will be held, at the Summit on the Park located at 46000 SUMMIT PARKWAY, CANTON, MI 48188. The following Agenda will be discussed:

Pledge of Allegiance to the flag

Roll Call: Randy Blaylock, Jim Cisek, Cathy Johnson, Phyllis Redfern and Steven Johnson.

Acceptance of Agenda

1. Mohinder Singh of Singh Builders Inc., 20170 Savage Rd., Belleville, MI 48111 representing Teja Singh Lota, 824 Haggerty Road, Canton, MI 48188. Property located at 824 Haggirty Road, west side of Haggerty Road between Cherry Hill akd Palmer Roads. The ordinance being appealed is Zoning Ordinance Schedule of Regulations Article 26.00 Section 26.02, b, relative to lot dimensions and proportions. Zone R-4. Parcel #089-99-0027-702 (Planning)

2. Abraham Elsaghir of Clark, 44404 Ford Road, Canton, MI 48187. Property located at 44404 Ford Road, north side of Ford Road and west side of Sheldon Road. The ordinance being appealed is Article 4.00, Section 4.01C, relative to required number of parking spaces. Article 5.00, Section 5.03, A3, relative to landscaping adjacent to roads. Article 6.00, Section 6.02C, relative to design standards for automobile filling stations. Zone C-2. Parcel #039-99-0031-003 (Planning)

3. Terrance E. Ulch of Aver Sign Co., 359 Livernois, Ferndale, MI 48220 representing Knight Enterprises of Citgo, 40200 Michigan Avenue, Canton, MI 48188. Property located at 40200 Michigan Avenue, north side of Michigan Avenue between 1-275 and Michigan Avenue. The ordinance being appealed is Sign Ordinance 120, Section 9,9.4, B, sign square footage. Zone C-4. Parcel #100-99-0010-000 (Building)

4. Tim Hader of Schonsheck, Inc., 51331 W. Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393 representing Ian Schonsheck of Ford-Lilley Group, LLC, 51331 W. Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393. Property located at 42000 Ford Road, north side of Ford Road between Haggerty and Lilley Roads. The ordinance being appealed is Sign Ordinance 120, Section 5,5.20, ground signs. Zone C-3, Parcel #044-99-0009-701, #044-99-0011-001, #044-99-0012-001 (Building)

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Chiefs come close, - ? but fall short, 8-6

A furious third-period come-back enabled Canton's hockey team to pull even with Walled Lake Central at 6-all Friday at Lakeland Arena, but the Vikings got two goals in the final 6:08 — the last into an empty net — to post an 8-6 tri-umph.

The result kept the Chiefs' record of close, but not quite alive. A 5-2 loss to Wyandotte Roosevelt Saturday in Wyandotte dropped Canton to 3-11-2 overall; the loss to Central left the Chiefs at 1-9 in the Western Lakes Activities Association.

"The offense showed up but it was too big a deficit to get out of it," said Canton coach Jim Wheaton. "We controlled the second and third period.

"The kids keep plugging along though. They haven't given up. "Hiey keep working hard."

The Chiefs started to chip away at Central's 3-0 lead after one period and 4-0 lead early in the second when they got an unassisted goal by Pat Gallagher. Mike Ganzak scored another for the Chiefs at the 10:33 mark of the second, nar-rowing the gap to 4-2; Matt Oliver assisted.

The Vikings put another on the board to increase their lead to 5-2 before Reece McCabe struck for the Chiefs to trim the Central lead to 5-3. The two teams again traded goals, the Vikings going up 6-3 before Kevin Tollison scored for the Chiefs (from Garrett Hyman) to narrow the gap to two once again early in the third period.

Canton scored two goals in a 90-second span to make a new game of it, the first coming from McCabe with eight min-utes to play (assists from Brett Baker and Mike Stewart). Ninety seconds later, Hyman converted a pass from Ben Laurin and it was tied at 6-all.

But the Chiefs' defense could-n't keep Central from scoring. The Vikings got the go-ahead goal with 6:08 to play and added an insurance marker into the empty net with :27 to play.

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Tony Hylko was in goal for Canton.

"We had defensive break-downs all the way through the lineup, especially in the first period," said Wheaton.

It wasn't much different against Wyandotte Saturday. The Chiefs fell behind and never did get the lead, trailing 1-0 in the first period but tying it at 1-all :40 later with a goal by McCabe (from Oliver and Baker).

However, the Bears scored a goal in the second and two more in the third to open up a 4-1 lead. Hyman's score (from Tbllison and Baker) with 4:23 left in the game trimmed the gap to 4-2, but Wyandotte scored with the two teams play-ing 4-on-4 to add to its cushion.

Chris Garrett was in goal for Canton. The Bears had 24 shots, the Chiefs had 23.

Canton plays at Walled Lake Northern Saturday.

Salem 4, W.L. Western 2: Salem built a 3-0 lead by the midpoint of the second period and held on to beat Walled Lake Western Friday at the Plymouth Cultural Center.

Aaron Cheesman triggered the Rocks' attack, collecting two goals and an assist. John Maurer added a goal and an assist.

Maurer's first-period goal, scored with 4:17 left (assisted by Chris Wilson and Steven Iripp), put Salem ahead for good. Kyle Emmons made it 2-0 at 11:51 of the second period (assists by Andy Thackaberry and Cheesman); Cheesman pushed it to 3-0 at 9:01 of the second (with assists from Buddy Musa and Ryan Jones).

Western's Scott Wietecha at 8:20 of the second narrowed the gap to two, but Cheesman restored Salem's three-goal edge with 13:25 to go in the third (assists by Maurer and Jones).

Brandon DeMars was in goal for the Rocks. Justin Stroher was in the net for Western.

"Granted, we shouldn't have put ourselves in that position to begin with."

Esper, Baker and Lillie were among the team's statistical leaders in the match. Esper had eight kills, six digs and three solo blocks; Baker had five kills, five digs and three blocks, and Lillie collected 18 set assists and eight digs.

Other standouts included Andrea Johnson, with seven kills, eight digs and two blocks, and Molly Conlon — one of those players who usu-ally rotates out and doesn't play in the backcourt, but was forced to do so in this match — with eight digs and 5-for-5 in serve reception.

"I give a lot of credit to the leadership of the seniors," said Anderson, mentioning Esper, Lillie and Baker. "If those three stay positive, it has a carryover effect to the other players."

Last Saturday at the 20-team University of Michigan-Dearborn Tournament, Canton played great during pool play, but folded once the elimination rounds began.

The Chiefs defeated Dearborn Heights Annapolis 25-15, 25-11; split with Southfield, 25-21, 23-25; and beat Dearborn, 25-23, 25-17, in pool play. Their 5-1 overall game record put them into the Gold Division, earning them the No. 3 seed overall. Their quarterfinal match was a rematch, against Southfield, and it didn't go well.

"The wheels fell off," said Anderson of the 25-7, 25-16 loss. "Southfield got hot, we went ice cold. If we would stop playing at noon, we'd be great. We were on fire in pool play."

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Kara Jones paced Canton in the tournament with 24 kills and 24 digs. Johnson had 32 digs, Baker totaled 20 kills and five service aces and Lillie had 38 set assists and 25 digs.

Canton travels Saturday to the Bloomfield Hills Andover tournament.

Salem tops Northviile Everyone got into the act

for Salem against visiting Northviile on Monday, with the Rocks thumping the Mustangs 15-5,15-4 in a WLAA crossover to improve to 27-4-5 overall.

Jordan Falcusan totaled 13 set assists for Salem, while Ellen Canale had 13 kills. Lauren Price got four kills, Cortney Edwards collected eight digs and two aces, Jill Niemi had seven digs, Kelly Leper got five digs, Chelsea McPhail had five kills and three digs and Lauren Kurtz got three aces.

Salem will serve as one of the hosts Saturday for the 31st annual Schoolcraft High School Volleyball Tournament.

Agape edges Roeper Canton Agape Christian got

its first-ever victory in the Michigan Independent Athletic Conference, beating Bloomfield Hills Roeper 16-14,15-10 Monday at Discovery Middle School in Canton.

) Ashley Paul led Agape with seven kills and three digs. A.J. Creps added five kills and four digs, Emily Tong got 10 set assists and three digs, and Amanda Tachnick contributed six service aces, three digs and two kills.

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Tachnick led Agape with three kills. Tarah Armbrester had five digs and two aces.

The Wolverines are 4-9 overall, 1-5 in the MIAC. Through Monday, Roeper was 3-9 overall, 0-5 in the confer-ence; Oakland Christian was 4-1 in the MIAC following Tuesday's win.

PCA tops Inter-City Plymouth Christian

Academy followed an easy

first-game win with a tough second-game battle Tuesday against visiting Allen Park Inter-City Baptist, but the Eagles managed to prevail in both, 15-2,16-14.

The win improved their record to 10-8-1 overall, 4-1 in the MIAC. Inter-City is 3-2 in the conference.

Kelsie Tietjen paced PCA with five kills, five blocks and 10 digs. Lindsay Pew added six kills, 11 digs and 18 set assists, and Bre Ruark had eight kills (with a .400 kill percentage) and 12 digs.

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nated on the boards and at the free-throw line in remaining unbeaten at home in Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference play with a 76-61 triumph over Siena Heights in women's basketball Saturday.

The Crusaders improved to 9-14 overall, 5-2 in the WHAC. Siena Heights is 6-17 overall, 2-5 in the conference.

Marwa Ayoub, the WHAC player of the week the previ-ous week, continued her sharp play by scoring a team-best 19 points on 6-of-lO shooting from the floor, including 3-of-5 on three-pointers. She also hit all four of her free throws, grabbed seven rebound,

dished out three assists, and had a block and a steal.

Courtney Rehbine added 14 points, nine boards and two steals, Stephanie Childs had 10 points and two steals, and Jackie Pingston came off the bench to contributed 11 points, eight assists and four

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steals. Sarah Thomson and Hayley Myers collected eight points apiece.

Becca Miller led the Saints with 21 points. Shannon Roach finished with 10 points and nine boards.

Madonna led 38-29 at the half, connecting on 13-of-28 floor shots (46.4 percent) compared to ll-of-26 for Siena Heights (42.3 percent). Rebounding and free throws proved to be the difference, however; the Crusaders out-boarded the Saints 43-30, with an impressive 15-8 advantage on the offensive boards.

They also made 24-of-35 free throws (68.6 percent) compared to 12-of-17 for Siena Heights (70.6 percent).

Schoolcraft 68, Mott CC 62: A poor shooting first half doomed Flint Mott CC

CANTON 105 SALEM 8 0

Feb. 3 a t Canton 2 0 0 - y a r d m e d l e y r e l a y : 1. Salem (Matt

Jurcak , Casey J o h n s o n , Nick Dixon, Nick White), 1:46.70; 2. Canton, 1:47.96.

2 0 0 f r e e s t y l e : 1. Ju r cak (S), 1:52,87; 2. James Sattler (C), 1:55.44.

2 0 0 i n d i v i d u a l m e d l e y : 1. Steve Reasor (C), 2:12.89; 2. Matt Carlson (C), 2:13.57.

5 0 f r e e s t y l e : 1. Joe Le (C), 22.76 (state quali fying time); 2. John faraoni (C), 24.32.

Diving: 1. Andrew Murawsk i (S), 202.40 points; 2. Kevin Cafarelli (C), 198.10.

1 0 0 b u t t e r f l y : 1. D i xon <S), 55 .09 ; 2. Faraoni (C), 57.07.

100 freesty le: 1. Le (C), 49.29; 2. Michael Higgs (S), 54.20.

5 0 0 f reesty le : 1. Dixon (S), 5:07.94; 2. Nick Landis (C), 5:24.86.

2 0 0 f r e e s t y l e r e l a y : 1. C a n t o n ( J o n

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL Friday, Feb. 6

Canton at Northviile, 7 p.m. Churchill at W.L Western, 7 p.m. John Glenn at Stevenson, 7 p.m.

Salem at Wayne, 7 p.m. Lutheran N'west at Luth. Westland, 7 p.m.

Hamtramck at Clarenceville, 7:30 p.m. Huron Valley at Bethesda, 7:30 p.m.

Canton Agape at Ply. Christian, 7:30 p.m. PREP GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Thursday, Feb. 5 Ladywood at Mercy, 6:30 p.m.

Harper Woods at Clarenceville, 6:30 p.m. Lutheran East at Luth. Westland, 6:30 p.m.

Canton Agape at Ply. Chr is t ian, 7 p.m.

SWIM RESULTS Templeton, Shogo Uno, Carlson, Le), 1:37.05 2. Canton, 1:38.55.

1 0 0 b a c k s t r o k e : 1. Ju rcak (S), 58.44; 2 Robert Blgesser (C), 1:03.52.

1 0 0 breas ts t roke : 1. Johnson (S), 1:07.83 2. PennChou (S), 1:08.49.

4 0 0 f r e e s t y l e r e l a y : 1. Canton (Faraoni Sam Manees, Sattler, Le), 3:34.89; 2. Salem 3:42.65

D u a l - m e e t records : Canton, 5-0 overal l 3-0 in the WLAA; Salem, 4-4 overal l , 2-2 in the WLAA.

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Jan . 2 9 a t C a n t o n 2 0 0 - y a r d m e d l e y re lay : 1. Canton (Robert

B laesser , Dan A n t h o n y , Shogo l ino , J o n Templeton), 1:53.61; 2. Canton, 2:08.65.

2 0 0 f reesty le : 1. Matt Carfson (C), 2:00.15; 2. Nathan Phillips (C), 2:00.35.

2 0 0 individual m e d l e y : I.Andy Knisely (P), _____ Huron Valley at Bethesda, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 6 G.P. South Invitational, 8:30 a.m. N.B. Huron Invitational, 9 a.m.

Schoolcraft Invitational at Saiem & Northviile, 9 a.m.

Canton at Andover Taurn., 9 a.m.

PREP HOCKEY Thursday, Feb. 5

P-C-S Penguins vs. Univ.-Liggett, 6 p.i at G.P. McCann Arena

Friday, Feb. 6 Salem vs. Coun t r y Day, 5:50 p.m.

at Oak Park Arena Saturday, Feb. 7

Saturday in its Eastern Conference game at Schoolcraft College Saturday.

The Ocelots improved to 14-6 overall, 8-2 in the confer-ence, building a 36-21 lead by halftime by holding Mott to 7-of-25 shooting from the floor (28 percent) in the first half. SC's defense was impressive, forcing the Bears to commit 25 turnovers (the Ocelots had 15) and limiting them to 19-of-51 shooting (37-2 percent). SC was 27-of-58 from the floor (46.5 percent).

Ashley Gibson paced SC with 22 points (on 9-of-14 shooting from the field), seven rebounds and four assists. Tara Charles (from Redford Bishop Borgess) had 15 points and five steals and Sara Tyree contributed 14 points and four steals.

Mott, 8-11 overall and 4-6 in the conference, got 24 points from Delores Hughley. Terah Bolen added 13 points and 15 rebounds.

2:14.02; 2. Ross Schwarz (C), 2:31.97. 5 0 f r e e s t y l e : 1. B laesser (C), 26.59; 2.

Doug Gardner (C), 27.88. Diving: 1. Kevin Cafarelli (C), 170.50 points;

2. Just in Magil l(P), no score. 100 b u t t e r f l y : 1. Kn ise ly (P), 1:00.11; 2.

Nathan Phillips (C),1:02.59. 100 f r e e s t y l e : 1. Blaesser (C), 57.97; 2.

David Kong (P), 59.39. 500 f reesty le : 1. Nick Landis (C), 5:34.99;

2. Alex Marinica (C), 5:51.27. 200 f reesty le relay: 1. Canton (Templeton,

Uno, Phi l l ips, Carlson), 1:39.60; 2. Canton, 1:49.13.

100 backs t roke : 1. Reasor (C), 1:04.04; 2. Ben Eberlein (C),1:11.18.

100 b r e a s t s t r o k e : 1. Kenny Brunner (C), 1:16.08; 2. Vinnie Babu C P ) , 1:21.65.

4 0 0 f r e e s t y l e r e l a y : 1. Can ton (Nick Landis, Blaesser, Phillips, Marinica), 3:51.33; 2. Canton, 4:07.69.

Canton at W.L. Northern, 1:20 p.m. Stevenson at 8.H. Cranbrook, 2 p.m.

Salem vs. Chelsea, 7 p.m.

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Churchill at Plymouth, 6:30 p.m. Franklin at Canton, 6:30 p.m.

W.L. Northern at Stevenson, 6:30 p.m. John Glenn at Salem, 6:30 p.m. Wayne at W.L. Central, 6:30 p.m.

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It seemed Salem's basketball team had turned a corner when it started Western Lakes Activities Association play with a win over Wayne Memorial a month ago.

After Tuesday's debacle at Northviile, it would seem the Rocks have turned another corner.

The Mustangs, one of the WLAA's top teams (along with Westland John Glenn), took it to Salem from the start, outscoring the Rocks 16-4 in the first quarter and 32-17 by halftime. The final score indi-cated the ease of their victory: 57-38, a loss that left Salem at 5-8 overall.

"They're a good team," said Salem coach Bob Brodie. "They play real well together. They're sharing the ball and they're having fun doing it."

The Rocks, on the other hand, aren't having much fan on offense, to be sure. Brodie noted they shot 20 percent from two-point range against Northviile and 19 percent from three-point.

"We're really struggling at the offensive end right now," Brodie said. "We had 25 points in our last game and just 38 this game. If you can't put the ball in the basket, you'd better

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play some tremendous defense."

The Rocks got 10 points from Chris Haar and nine from Kevin Bradley. Northviile was paced by Brett Asher and Tim Singleton with 13 points apiece.

A.P. Inter-City 64, Ply. Christian 61 (OT): Plymouth Christian had Allen Park Inter-City Baptist on the ropes Tuesday, but the Eagles could-n't knock the Chargers out down the stretch.

Brandon Rees and Scott Draper scored 18 points apiece for Inter-City, which remained unbeaten in the Michigan Independent Athletic Conference at 6-0. PCA is 7-5 overall, 3-2 in the MIAC.

The Eagles led 15-7 after one quarter and 31-20 by halftime. Their lead was still nine (43-34) going into the fourth quar-ter.

But the Chargers outscored PCA 19-10 in the fourth quar-ter, forcing Aaron Ciborowski to hit a shot with :03 left to force overtime. Ciborowski fin-ished with 18 points and 15

rebounds, while Daniel Carty ; had 14 points and four steals, . and Steve Sumner got 11 points, six rebounds, four steals and three assists. >!

U-D Jesuit 63, CC 55: Redford Catholic Central bat- ;

tied with University of Detroit-Jesuit for most of the second half on Tuesday night, but the Shamrocks couldn't keep up with the Cubs down the stretch and fell at U-D. i

"We went up at the begin-ning of the fourth quarter, bu t , we missed some shots late and" it got away from us," said CC coach Ride Coratti, whose team trailed by as little as five with 1:29 left. "We had to foul and missed shots. We played a little bit like the game was over."

The loss dropped the Shamrocks to 11-3 overall and ? 5-1 in the Central Division and also snapped an eight-game winning streak.

Dave Herberholz led CC with 13 points, while Dan Waterstradt had 12 points and 10 rebounds, Kyle Smith had nine points and Derek Brooks had eight. Pat Clancy led U-D ; (10-3,5-1 Central) with 18 points, while Robert Williams-Hinton had 17 and Aaron ; Simpson had 14.

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The new Love Bowls from CraZy Pet are heart-shaped food and water bowls that provide

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CraZy Pet, the maker of the heart-shaped bowls, anticipates owners will demand this new product this month. According to a pet owner survey conducted by the American Animal Hospital Association, one in five pet owners includes their dogs and cats in their Valentine's Day celebrations.

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Orchid festival held English Gardens will

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Orchids on display and for sale include popular varieties such as: Cattleyas, Cymbidiums, Dendrobiums, Phalaenopsis, and Oncidiums. Other vari-eties available include: Bealiara, Brassla, Colmanara, Degarmoara, Epidendrums, Harlequins, Miltonidiums, Phrags, Sharry Baby, Wildcatts, Wilsonara and Zygopetalums. All orchids are on sale dur-ing the festival.

For more information about the Orchid Festival, log onto www.englishgar-dens.com or contact one of the five English Gardens stores in the fol-lowing locations: Clinton Township, 44850 Garfield Road at Hall Road, (586) 286-6100; Dearborn Heights, 22650 Ford Road at Outer Drive, (313) 278-4433; Eastpointe, 22501 Kelly Road at Nine Mile Road, (586) 771-4200; Royal Oak-Troy, 4901 Coolidge Highway, (248) 280-9500, and West Bloomfield, 6370 Orchard Lake Road, (248) 851-7506.

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"A coat of paint may be the one thing that (a room) needs," Birmingham interior designer P.J. Whitehead said.

'A lot of times people are afraid of color, so they paint a room white or off-white," said Paula Pavlik of Southfield, an artist and faux finisher who has worked as a paint contractor for the last 12 years.

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Basic suggestions can help you select a shade, or overcome any qualms about color.

Go with what you've got. That is, choose a color that complements one from the furniture, accessories or rug in the room.

For example, in a recent project at a Birmingham home, Whitehead painted a room a color that was in an art work. In another room, where a canvas painting without a frame was hung, she painted a wall gray, similar to the color near the edge of the paint-ing.

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Flower power for Valentine's Day Roses are still the most

popular floral choice for valentines. But other flow-ers are being picked to con-vey a romantic message, too.

"What we're getting a lot of calls for are fragrant flowers," said Jacqui Carney of Jacqui Carney Floral Studio in Birmingham. "In the rose category, that means no red. TTie fra-grance has been pretty much bred out of red roses."

These fragrant flowers include hyacinth, lilac, ginestra and lavender roses, she said. Those that aren't available in this area at this time of year are coming from Holland.

Stargazer lilies and car-nations are other strong selections.

At Floyd's Flowers Inc. in Redford, designer Annie Starasinich said some requests are for more exotic flowers, especially the bird of paradise. Superman gave this flower to Lois Lane in one of the Superman movies, owner Denise A.

Necker said. "Guys would ask for 'the

Superman flower,'" she said. Also popular are floral arrangements with bears, chocolates or balloons, said Robert Kolpacke, owner of Rooky's Flower & Gift Shop in Garden City.

Displaying flowers in short, bubble- or fishbowl-shaped vases is a new trend, Carney said.

Even roses can be placed in a squat vase to make a dramatic arrange-ment. Another current dis-play style is to cover stems in a vase with foliage, instead of having the stems show in clear vases, she said. All-red or all-white combinations are attrac-tive, Carney said. Kolpacke said his "purple for passion" arrangements were big sell-ers one year.

Colors can have mean-ings in connection with flowers.

For example, with roses, red means love and yellow means friendship.

According to the Internet Florist Web site

(www.iflorist.com), other colors of roses indicate admiration (light pink), "I love you still and always will" (pink and white) and passionate thoughts (yel-low and orange). Other flowers have meanings, the Web site says.

Among the examples are white carnation (pure love, sweet love, innocence), red chrysanthemum ("I love you"), gloxinia (love at first sight), heliotrope (devo-tion, eternal love), red tulip (declaration of love) and pink zinnia (lasting affec-tion). In caring for flowers, it's most important to cut the stems when you first receive them. Use a sharp blade. If you don't cut the stems, bacteria builds up and clogs them, and as a result the flowers can't get water, Carney said.

Change the water every two or three days. Don't put the flowers near a heater, or they will dry out, Necker said.

If stems are drooping, cut them in warm water, Kolpacke said.

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The Print Gallery, 29173 Northwestern Highway in Southfield, offers its Valentine's Day picks for 2004 that say, "You are special every day in every way." They include Dainty Hanky Valentine's Cards and a Heart Shag Pillow. These beautiful handkerchiefs, reminiscent of the Victorian period and days of chivalry, will impress your valentine. Each one is cleverly featured as the dress on a charming paper doll card. Price is $6.50 each. Your valentine will want to hold on to this shag-s-licious heart-shaped pillow. Made of comfortable shaggy chenille, the pillow measures 16 inches by 16 inches. Price is $16. Call (248) 356-5454, or visit www.EverythingArt.com or www.MonaLisaMania.com

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DECODING COLOR Here are the meanings of colors, according to the Home Decorating Made Easy Web site (www.home-decorating-made-easy.com).

WARM COLORS

Yefiow — Stimulates the nerv-ous system and the mind. Makes objects seem closer and larger. Its opposite color is violet. Orange — Stimulates the mind and provides emotional lift. Will stimulate the appetite. Requires the eye to focus, therefore objects will seem closer and larger. Conveys warmth and assur-ance. Its opposite color is blue. Red — Stimulates the mind and nervous system. Will stimulate appetite. Makes

objects seem closer and larg-er. Its opposite color is green.

COLD COLORS

Green — Lowers the blood pressure, relaxes the nervous system, calms the mind. Doesn't require the eye to focus, therefore objects and walls seem farther away. Its opposite color is red. Blue — Diminishes the appetite. Has a calming effect. Doesn't require the eye to focus, therefore objects and walls seem farther away. Its opposite color is orange. Violet — Doesn't require the eye to focus, therefore objects and walls seem farther away. Very subduing. Its opposite color is yellow.

EARTH TONES

Brown — Evokes a sense of tranquility In more earthy tones creates intimacy. Beiges and tans are more sophisti-cated tones. Opposite color is mint green.

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Black — It can create an ele-gant and sophisticated look, or it can depress, depending on how it is used. Its opposite color is white. White — Creates a stark atmosphere. Makes other col-ors seem more vivid and bold, so it's great as an accent or background color. Its oppo-site color is black.

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Keep windows and lighting in mind, too. In Whitehead's home, the color is lighter in a window-less hallway.

Another rule of thumb involves using the complements on the color wheel of red, yellow and blue, said Detroit mural artist Kate Paul.

Some moods or meanings have been attached to certain colors (see related article). But the experts consulted for this article recommended going by a person's individual tastes.

"In the'40s people used green a lot They thought it was soothing, and would put it in places that were hectic like kitchens," Pavlik said.

"Ihist your own emotions. If you realty like green, use green. If you realty like yellow, use yellowf said Paul, formerly of Redford. Getting bade to nature can help you select a color. Beiges, taupes and jewel tones'seen outdoors can inspire.

'When (clients) don't know what color, I tell them, 'Look out-side,"' Paul said.

Popular colors today, according to a Benjamin Moore® trends report, include

jewel tones (deep burgundy, pur-ples and golds).

"Reds are very popular right now," said Tom Graczyk of Fancy Color Paints and Interiors in Troy. Sage and terra-cotfca are also strong, he said. The choice of latex or flat paint is a matter of prefer-ence, Graczyk said. Today's tech-nology has made acrylic blends self-leveling — so they cover bet-ter — and durable, he said.

There are different ways to try out colors before committing to one.

Besides consultation, Pavlik's services include preparing •

15- by 20-inch sample boards for each color and delivering them to •&e site. The boards can be moved from wall to wall and room to room, and are large enough to give a clear idea of the color. On a smaller scale, sample bot-tles of paints from Benjamin Moore are available at stores like Fancy Color Paints and Interiors. Each bottle costs $3.99, and covers a 2- by 2-foot area.

Kate Paul can be reached at (313) 532-7657. Paula Pavlik can be reached at (248)203-6805.

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tor of programs at Horticulture magazine, will open the pro-gram at 8:45 a.m. when she will introduce the first speak-ers, Lauren Springer and Scott Ogden. Springer and Ogden, both contributing editors at Horticulture, consultants and garden designers, will talk about how beautiful and meaningful gardens can be achieved, by gardeners listen-ing and learning about the plants' needs and knowing the site.

Springer's book, The Undaunted Garden: Planting

for Weather-Resilient Beauty (Fulcrum, $27.95) will inspire those gardeners with less than ideal conditions. It champions the fact that wherfplants adapt to their surroundings and thrive, a garden becomes beau-tiful. Ogden is the author of Garden Bulbs for the South (Taylor Trade).

A prolific author and excel-lent plantsman, Wayne Winterrowd will discuss how herbaceous perennials can be successfully used both as speci-men plants and companion plants for trees, shrubs, and bulbs. He will share his experi-ences and favorites for per-formance, and discuss plants he has used in his own garden and for gardens he and his partner, Joe Eck, have designed throughout the coun-try.

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C. Greg Speichert, water plant expert and publisher of Water Gardening magazine, shows how to turn an unsightly wet area into a stunning gar-den with plans that will flour-ish in damp and truly wet con-ditions. Speichart's business, Crystal Palace Perennials, in Indiana, specializes in plants that are ideal for such difficult places. The Encyclopedia of Water Plants ($49.95), written by C. Greg Speichart and Sue Speichart, is the definitive pho-tographic reference to the full range of plants available to the water gardener.

Nicholas Staddon, director of new plant introductions for Monrovia, searches the world for exciting plants with the potential to transform American gardens.

His enthusiasm for using herbaceous plants in the larger landscape is catch-ing, as he discusses how to go from basic borders to exuber-ant pictures with depth and diversity.

Sinton, with David C. Michener, is co-author of Taylor's Guide to Growing Groundcovers (Houghton Mifflin $23). In it you will find suggestions for the correct plants for any groundcover sit-uation.

Many desirable books will be available for purchase and there will be an opportunity to have books autographed by the authors.

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Admission fees are $99 or a subscriber to Horticulture or member of Cranbrook Gardens or $109 for others. Register for the Symposium and get a year's subscription to Horticulture (6 issues) for $114. Registration includes all handouts, refreshments and a boxed lunch.

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Find center of interest for your photo Many good pictures you see

aren't the result of a for-tunate accident or taken

by chance. Most often, they have been

planned and created by the photographer.

How do you create strong pictures? Begin by learn-ing good tech-niques of com-position, which include choos-ing an effective center of inter-est for your shot.

For example, have you ever composed a

photograph in the viewfinder only to realize that something just isn't right?

There's an element missing that if included will give your shot special impact.

Perhaps it's the sunset pic-ture over the lake that just doesn't make it until you include the silhouette of the lighthouse in the viewfinder. Maybe it's the landscape that lacks impact until you place the dramatic mountain peak in view.

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interest can make a weak com-position into one that's strong in viewer interest.

Avoid placing your center of interest in the center of the picture. In the center, your shot may look static and unin-teresting.

Use the "rule of thirds." When you divide your scene into thirds both vertically and horizontally, the dividing lines intersect in four places.

Any of these intersections provides a pleasing position for your center of interest.

"Framing" techniques and "lead-in lines" that I've dis-cussed in past columns also help to add special impact to your main subject.

What is a better center of interest in California's Yosemite National Park than the famous Half Dome?

There are many angles and views from which to photo-graph it.

Tlie one I selected places Half Dome off-center for a stronger composition. I then used the trees, and reflection in the river, to further enhance the picture.

The photograph's elements all came together, resulting in an image that captures the fla-vor of one of our great national parks.

Half Dome, quite naturally, makes a strong center of interest in this Monte Nagler photograph taken in Yosemite National Park.

Monte Nagler is a fine art photogra-pher based in Farmington Hills. You can leave him a message by dialing

(734) 953-2047 on a touch-tone phone. His fax number is (248) 644-1314.

Prevent ice dams from forming on roof In the midst of the severe

winter weather conditions that have been pounding the Detroit area the past few weeks, homeowners should be prepared to keep the snow off their roof edges to eliminate the possibility of ice dams, which can lead to major leak-ing problems.

According to Keith Paul, president of HandyPro Handyman Service in Plymouth, homeowners should buy a roof rake from the local hardware store and follow these tips to help eliminate the potential for ice dams:

1. Standing on the ground, use the roof rake to rake all the snow along the roof line approximately 7 to 10 feet up from the gutters.

If you have a two-story home, you will need two peo-ple to rake the second story. Make sure you have a stable extension ladder, and have one person hold the ladder while the other person climbs up to use the roof rake.

When using a ladder, be careful not to allow water or snow to get on the rungs, oth-erwise you may slip off the lad-der.

2. After the snow is removed, check to see if there is icing along the roof line and gutters.

If there is ice build-up, apply calcium chloride from a small container on the area. If the ice is thick you may need a second application.

Most hardware stores and home centers have bags of cal-

cium chloride available for less than $20.

3. Don't apply sodium chlo-ride, because it can damage the roof shingles, cement, lawn and bushes surrounding your home.

Paul said that the best way to help prevent ice dams is to make sure your gutters are working properly and cleaned of all debris.

While many people will try to rake their own roofs, it can be dangerous, especially with a two-story home. Paul said that many companies, such as HandyPro, provide services in the Detroit area when ice dams occur.

When hiring a company, Paul said it is important to ver-ify that it is licensed and

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"Some companies use picks and shovels on ice dams, and that can actually cause more damage to the roof," he said.

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The company has a corpo-rate handyman service location in Plymouth, and franchise locations in St. Clair Shores, Ann Arbor, Dallas and Minneapolis.

To find out more about the commercial handyman service, call HandyPro at (800) 942-6394, or visit the company's Web site at www.handypro.com.

Barbie show . The WE LOVE BARBIE Barbie & Friends

Fashion Doll Show will take place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at the Wayne Tree Manor, 35100 Van Born in the city of Wayne. Admission is $5, free for under age 10. The show will feature vintage and lim-ited edition Barbies and other fashion dolls by renowned doll artists and fashion designers, as well as pink box series Barbies and their accessories. For information, call (734) 455-2110.

Heart of Home The second annual Heart of the Home House Tour will take place noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8.

. The tour will showcase six beautiful homes in Franklin, Beverly Hilis and West Bloomfield, from the historic to the ultra contemporary. It is spon-sored by the Groves High School Senior Parent Committee. Tickets are $20. They are available at the Groves High School Main Office, 13 .Mile and Evergreen, and The Apple Tree Room in Franklin. Maps will be distributed to ticket hold-ers 11:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Groves High School 13 Mile entrance. For more information, call (248) 626-5158 or (248) 626-2231.

Flowers The Community House, 380. S. Bates in Birmingham, offers classes to enhance your home decor. To register or for more information, call The Community House at (248) 644-5832, or visit www.community-house.com. The schedule includes A Pot full of Flowers, Tuesday, Feb. 10 (fee is $17, and a materials cost of $25 payable to the instructor).

In the class, you'll learn all about color, texture and floral design by handpainting your own flower pot and then filling it with beautiful flowers. You will discuss various color combi-

• nations and how they complement your decor as well as the emotions that they evoke. Bring sharp scissors, pocket knife and pruners. The class will be taught by Jacqueline Carney, a local professional florist with more than 30 years experience.

For the home Birmingham Community Education presents a variety of classes related to the home. Call (248) 203-3800 f o r ' information. The schedule includes Basement Remodeling, Tuesday and Thursday, Feb. 10 and 12; and Advanced Faux Finishing and Marbleizing, Tuesday, Feb. 10. Basement Remodeling is offered by the Oakland Builders institute. In the class, a licensed and experienced instructor will explain all facets of basement r emode t i ng and t h e bas ics

of home construction, and review your plans. Fee is $90, and an $8 book fee payable to the instructor at class. The'sessions will take place at Berkshire Middle School. In Advanced Faux Finishing and Marbleizing, learn the techniques of multicolor layers, how to color wash, frottage, and how to create a parch-ment or distressed look on walls and furniture. Fee is $25. The ciass will take place at the Fancy Color Paint Store in Troy.

Home decor Among the home decor classes at Haberman Fabrics in Royal Oak are Lampshades, Thursdays, Feb. 5-26 (fee is $80): and Simple Curtain, Thursdays, Feb. 12-26 ($60). it is necessary to register and pay tuition in advance for all classes. You may register by phone, mail or online or in person at the store, 905 S. Main. Call (248) 541-0010 for more informa-tion.

Antique show The 13th annual Dearborn Historic Guild Antique Show will take place . Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 7-8, at the Fortf-Center for the Performing Arts, Michigan Avenue and Greenfield in Dearborn.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $6

. and parking is free. The show features many of the best local and Midwest dealers. For more information, call Bernice or Bertha at the Dearborn Historical Museum, (313) 565-3000.

Kitty Bartholomew The host of HGTV's Kitty Bartholomew: You're Home will discuss decorating with antiques Wednesday, Feb. 11, in Birmingham at a pre-event luncheon

• for the 14th annual Community House Antiques Festival.

A patron coffee will take place at 10:30 a.m., followed by the luncheon at 11:30 a.m., at The Community House, 380 S.' Bates, south of Maple (15 Mile) and • between Southfield Road and Woodward. Cost of the patron coffee, which includes the luncheon, is $100. Cost to attend the luncheon only is $55. For information, call The Community House, (248) 644-5832. The antiques festival will take place Friday-Sunday, March 12-14. It will fea-ture more than 40 dealers from around the country.

If you have an item for the calendar, please submit it at least two weeksin advance of the date it should be published. Send to Ken Abramczyk, At Home Editor, Observers Eccentric-Newspapers, 36251 Schoolcraft Livonia, Ml 48150 or e-mail kabram- > [email protected]

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We collect recipes, but how do we locate them when we decide to bake or cook? I enjoy cooking new things so I have accumu-lated a large collection of recipes over many years.

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• Recipes cut from maga-zines, newspapers can first be filed in an accordion recipe folder that is organized by cat-egories. This is the temporary place for these recipes until you get them in a notebook. From the folder, put the recipe in a three-ring binder in a clear, plastic sleeve and insert it under the appropriate cate-gory.

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Wilbert was smart enough to realize that someone was going to take advantage of him on a very cold night with a sense of urgency, a fear of frozen pipes and a rip off company on his doorstep. By borrowing a cou-ple of electric heaters, he man-aged to get through the night until the next day. It makes you wonder how many homeown-ers go through something like this every winter.

The next day Wilbert went to see the owner of the company that sent the service person out. That company was listed in the Yellow Pages with an address on Wayne Road. Instead of finding a heating company at this address, he discovered that the building was occupied by some form of help group for disadvantaged children. The heating company was not there, where the cur-rent Yellow Pages said they were supposed to be.

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Hidden Lake Gardens The Michigan Cactus and Succulent Society will go on a field trip, to Michigan State University's Hidden -Lake Gardens in Tipton at noon Sunday, Feb. 8. Guests are welcome. The event is free. Call (248) 524-0227 for more information.

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been in that building and he replied yes, a few years ago. I suggested that he should con-tact the telephone directory company and have the address changed, and he said he could probably do that. I told him it was illegal to list a false address in the telephone directory. He asked me who I was and what was I doing calling him. I told him I was calling on behalf of a consumer who had a com-plaint, Not once did he ask me who that consumer was.,

Mr. Wilbert is a great exam- -pie of how diligent we have to be whenever we call for in home service. The broken fur-nace is not the end of the world. You can get some space heaters and a few portable fans to distribute the heat. You can operate your electric range for 15 minute increments and place a fan in front of it. Atub full of hot water will really warm up your bathroom. There is no way that you need to call for emergency service on a fur-nace, but if you do, you had better realize that you are at the service technician's mercy.

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If you happened to get aj new tool for Christmas, and yob need a place to store it, we have the answer.

Screws make great pegs for hanging things on the wall. They're quick and easy to drive into a garage stud and they're strong and inexpensive. Unlike a nail, a screw can be easily removed and reused, or relo-cated. Unfortunately, an unprotected screw can scratch a new tool.

To etyoy the simplicity, speed and cost effectiveness of screws, without damaging your tools, add a layer of protection.

We suggest a little plastic tubing or rubber tubing. Our example uses a 2-inch screw and 1-inch tubing, but the size can vary depending on your needs:

• First, use a 2-inch drywall screw (the standard kind has a flared flat head). They also are black in color and have heavy threads and very sharp points that make them easy to drive.

• Next, buy a 1-inch length of plastic or rubber tubing. Clear, colored or black - your choice.

• Cut the tubing to 1 inch in length so that the leftover por-tion of the screw will penetrate into the wall at least 1 inch. In this example, 1 inch is half the length of the screw.

However, the relationship between screw and cover will vary based on screw length and what weight it will be expected to hold. Begin with 3/l6-inch tubing if you can find it, or experiment with other sizes. Home centers and auto parts stores carry myriad tubing

Michigan joins lineup of state quarters

LANSING (AP) - Tight eco-nomic times have forced Gov. Jennifer Granholm to make decisions involving hundreds of millions of dollars.

She also had to make a tough call on what do with 25 cents -that is, Michigan's state quarter.

Granholm and U.S. Mint Director Henrietta Holsman Fore were to introduce the Michigan quarter at a ceremo-ny Jan. 26 on the steps of the Capitol.

The reverse side of the quar-ter shows a textured outline of Michigan, the four Great Lakes that border it and Lake Ontario, which doesn't. The motto "Great Lakes State" is on the right side and 1837, the year Michigan entered the Union, is at the top. It was released on the 167th anniversary of Michigan statehood.

The design wasn't the first choice of Michigan residents in a 2002 poll. It came in fourth behind designs showing an antique automobile, the Mackinac Bridge and other icons.

Granholm made the final decision, choosing the design recommended by a 25-member Michigan Quarter Commission that reviewed more than 4,300 submissions.

"I would have liked to have seen more symbols of Michigan," Patrick Heller, a Lansing coin dealer and mem-ber of the quarter commission, told the Lansing State Journal.

"But if you think about it, everything we have is a result of the lakes - our auto industry, agriculture, tourism. So it makes sense that we celebrate the lakes."

Michigan's quarter is the 26th to be released in the Mint's 50 States Quarter Program. Five quarters are released each year in the pro-gram, which began in 1999 and ends in 2008.

The quarters are released in the order the states ratified the Constitution or joined the Union. Production of the Michigan quarter began Jan. 8 at the Denver Mint. Federal officials estimate the Mint will produce 450 million Michigan quarters - or more, depending on demand.

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the tubing. • Finally, drive the screw in

until the end of the tube rides snugly against the wall and until the flared screw head sits just inside the other end of the tube.

Do-it-yourself cushioned pegs work well anywhere. Take a look around the house (not just the garage) and put left-over screws and tubing to good use.

CAULKING CAP

Did you ever have a tube of leftover caulk or adhesive that dried out and had to be thrown away? Caulking - especially the silicone kind - can get expensive, $6 a tube and up. Yet it often is available in quantities several times greater than what most of us need.

For that reason, we find our-selves replacing the cap and storing the leftover caulk until next time, only to find that it has dried out and must be thrown away. It doesn't have to be that way.

All you need is a screw-in eye or hook - your very own per-sonal caulking cap and storage hook. Tube tips can vary in size, so to be on the safe side, buy a handful of screw-in hooks and/or eyes in varying diameters from about 1/8-inch to 3/8-inch.

Length isn't as important as diameter, since the seal will occur at the very tip of the con-tainer. Here's how to do it:

• First, select a hook or eye where the screw portion is about 1/I6th- to 1/8-inch or so larger than the opening at the end.

• Apply a small amount of the contents of the tube onto the threads (as a sealant).

• Screw the hook or eye into the opening until the fit is snug.

• Hang the sealed tube where you can find it next time you need it.

WATERING CAN

Want an easy-to-fill, easy-to-pour watering can?

Better yet, do you want one • that's easy to make - and is free?

Recycling things you would normally discard is good for the pocketbook and the envi-ronment.

You'll love this one. Take your old liquid laundry deter-gent bottle and use a little bit of ingenuity by modifying it to make a watering can.

• First, rinse the bottle out thoroughly.

• Next, remove the cap and drill a series of l /8-inch holes in the top of the cap.

• Drill a half-inch hole just above the handle of the bottle itself. This one is for pressure equalization so that water will flow freely.

• Finally, fill with water, replace the cap and begin watering.

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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON REQUEST FOR BIDS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed bids at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m., February 19th, 2004 for the following:

INFLATABLE ATTRACTIONS Bid forms may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department counter or you may contact Mike Sheppard at (734) 394-5225. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of bid opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

TERRY G. BENNETT, Clerk : Publish: February 5,2004

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS

The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon two weeks notice to the Charter Township of Canton. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Charter Township of Canton by writing or calling the following:

David Medley, ADA Coordinator Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road

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NEWBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Stephen Ministry Congregation

36500 Ann Arbor Trail between Wayne & Newburgh Rds.

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ST. TIMOTHY PRESBYTERIAN • 5 ' CHURCH, USA 16700 fiewtasgh Road Livonta * (734) 464-8844 Sunday School for all ages: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. http://www.StTimothyPCUSA.oiy

Rev. Janet Noble-Richardson, Pastor

GENEVA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (U.S.A.) .»i 5835 Sheldon Rd., Canton

(734) 459-0013 * • Sunday Worship & Sunday School " W W * 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

'u July & August 10:00 a.m. Education For All Ages

Chttdeare Provided • Handicapped Accessible Resources for Hearing and Sight Impaired

www.genevatiiurch.org

Rosedale Gardens

Presbyterian Church (USA) 9601 Hubbard at W. Chicago, Livonia, Ml

(between Merriman S Farmington Rds.) (734) 422-0494

Contemporary Service 9:00 am

Traditional Service 10:30 am

Nursery Care Provided We Welcome You To A Full Program Church

Rev. Richard Peters, Pastor . Rev. Kellie Bohlman, Associate Pastor

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Main & Church • (734) 453-6464

PLYMOUTH WORSHIP SERVICES

8 :30 ,9 :30 & 11:00 a .m. Dr. James Sklmlns Rev. Richard Jones

Senior Minister Associate Minister Accessible to All Mary Jean Bird

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NATIVITY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 9435 Henry Ruff at West Chicago

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Rev. Luther A. Werth, Senior Pastor Rev. Robert Bayer, Assistant Pastor

With Jesus Christ, love really can be all it was meant to be!

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GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD

25630 GRAND RIVER at BEECH DALY 313-532-2266 REDFORD TWPf

Worship Service 9:15 & 11:00 A.M. Sunday School

9:15 & 11:00 AM.

The Rev. Timothy P. Haftwth, Senior Pastor The Rev. Dr, Victor F. Hafooth, Assistant Pastor

H0SANNA-TAB0R LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL 9600 Leverne • So. Redford • 313-937-2424

Rev. Steve Eggers Sunday Morning Worship

10:00 a.m. Sunday 8chool 9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 9:00 a.m.

Christian School Pre-Kindergarten-8th Grade For more information call

313-937-2233

Risen Chr is t Lutheran 46250 Ann Arbor Road (1 Mile West of Sheldon) Plymouth • 453-5252

6:15 a.m.-Worship 9:30 a.m. • Sunday School

(Adults & Children)

10:45 a.m.• Worship Pastor David Martin

All are Welcome! Come as you are!

SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH

3 2 4 3 0 Ann Arbor Trail • Westland, Ml 734 422-5550

Sunday Bible Study 9am Sunday Worship Service 10am Wednesday Evening Advent Services .7pm

Rev. David W. Zeuschner, Pastor

ST. MATTHEW LUTHERAN Church & School >5885Vfency 181k. N. of Ford Rd., Westland 425-0260

Divine Worship 8 & 11:00 A.M. Bible Class & SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 A.M. Monday Evening Service 7:00 P.M.

Kurt E. Lambart, Pastor Richard Schumacher, Principal/Youth Director

Grace Lutheran Church Rev. Kirk.D. Miller

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V T f v e i f Vgk Offering constructive criticism to others can be beneficial, but only if the other person is receptive to our M l 31 MJWSWJ MU ! £ « ? • • • comments, in teaching situations or during on-the-job training, constructive criticism is usually necessary to instruct and help a person develop a trade or vocation. However, correcting someone, even in a kind or skillful manner, can be very challenging, since we are never sure how the individual may react. Many friendships and families have been destroyed because someone has been overly critical of another person's words or actions. Knowing when we should offer our comments can also be difficult, and we should be fairly certain that our comments are truthful and necessary. It often seems so easy to criticize others because we mistakenly believe that we are without fault or are such experts on most everything. The Bible tells us that we look at the speck in our brother's eye, but we pay no attention to the log in our own (Luke 6:41). Faultfinding and being overly critical of others, especially behind their backs, are wrong and can become habit-forming. However, kind words are good for the soul and help to build a person up.

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wiviv.hometownlife.com RELIGION CALENDAR Observer & Eccentric | Thursday, February 5 ,2004 (*) C7

If you want to submit ah item for the religion calendar fax it to (734) 591-7279 or write: Religion Calendar, Observer Ne wspaper, 36251 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, Ml 48150. The deadline for an announcement to appear in the Thursday edition is noon Monday.

F E B R U A R Y

Women's Spiritual Retreat To deepen one's personal relationship with God and with each other. It is a time for reflection on your inner life, to reflect on the Gospel of Jesus as it illu-minates your life and a time for quiet and solitude. Three retreats are sched-uled: "Let Us Pray All Ways" Feb. 6-8 (call Beverly at (313)292-7029), "The Sacrament of Suffering" Feb. 13-15 (call Marian (248) 852-2112), and "Jesus: All for Jesus",Feb. 27-29 (call Marge (586) 759-0830). The cost is $100. Make your reservation today. For more informa-tion on upcoming retreats, call Zora at (586)977-8993. St. Mary's Retreat house is located on 40 acres at 775 W. Drahner Road in Oxford.

40 Days of Purpose Begins Feb. 7, with a video simulcast with Rick Warren, author of "The Purpose Driven Life," 9 a.m. with a continental breakfast (no child care), and 6 p.m. with a full-course dinner and child care available, at Memorial Church of Christ, 35475 Five Mile, between Farmington and Levan, Livonia. There is no charge for the events. Everyone is invited to attend. The 40 days continue with Small Group Bible Studies. Bring a friend and discover the answer to the ques-tion, "What on earth am i here for?" Interested individuals in the commu-nity are invited to join any of the Purpose Driven Life small groups which will meet in members' homes, For more information, call (734) 464-6722 or visit the Web site at www.memorialchurchofchrist.org.

During the 40 Days of Purpose the truths about God's five purposes for people - worship, fellowship, prayer/study, ministry and evangelism - will be repeatedly communicated in worship services, sermons, small groups meetings and Sunday School

classes. The campaign concludes Sunday, March 21.

Craft show and auction Shop for crafts, books, baked goods and items from home based business-es such as PartyLite, Pampered Chef, Avon, and Mary Kay Cosmetics 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at St. Timothy Presbyterian Church, 16700 Newburgh, south of Six Mile, Livonia. There will be art auction every hour where you can bid on exciting items. For more information, call (734) 464-8844.

Dinner and a show The Dinner and a Prayer takes place ^ 6:30 p.m; Friday, Feb. 6, in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church of Birmingham, 300 Willits. The Motown Review will be performed by

. the Berkley High School Show Choir. Tickets are $12 including dinner, and must be purchased by Monday, Feb. 2. Call (248) 644-0550. The evening is a fund raiser for the church's many mis-sion outreach programs.

Fools for Christ Christ Our Savior Lutheran (14175 Farmington Road, north of 1-96, Livonia) is sponsoring a fun event for the entire family 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, in the church gym. "Fools For Christ" - a group of fun and wacky college guys - will share biblically based skits with a new twist. Each skit. is a comedic portrayal of Bible stories such as Noah and the ark and Daniel in the lion's den. Fools for Christ's goal is to honor God and that the audience can honor God with their laughter. God's overall message through Fools for Christ is that he has a sense of humor and that he wants his followers to be happy. This event is free and open to the public with a free will offering being taken. For more information, call (734) 522-6830.

Handbell concert The First Presbyterian Church Hand Bell Choir perform 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at 26155 Farmington Road at Eleven Mile, Farmington Hills. For more infor-mation, call (248)474-6170.

Fifth anniversary service Breadbox, an acappella singing group

perform as part of-the 5 year anniver-sary service 11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at MomingStar Church, 28563 Pardo, Garden City. For more information, call (734) 367-3029.

Classical Bells concert Classical Bells celebrate their 20th anniversary with a concert of hand- ' bell music 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at

. St. John Lutheran Church of Farmington Hills, 23225 Gil! Road. Tickets are $8 adults, $6 seniors age 55 and up, $2 students, children under age 5 free. To order, call (248) 474-8521 or (248) 474-0584.

Adult education series Begins 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, and con-tinues to March 22, at the Basilica of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church, 18200 Merriman, Livonia. The topic on Feb. 9 is an exploration of the Gospel, of St. Mark. Presented by Rev, George Shalhoub, Rev. Romanos Malouf and

. Josh Paletta, the lecture is open to the public and everyone interested in learned more about the Orthodox Christian faith is encouraged to attend. For moreinformation, call (734)422-0010.

Grief workshop Ward Presbyterian Church is sponsor-ing a free eight week grief workshop, From Grief to New Hope beginning 7-8:45 p.m. Monday Feb. 9, for eight con-secutive weeks. The workshop is pre-sented by Cathy Clough, Director of New Hope Center for Grief Support. Each session will begin with a presen-' tation about one aspect of grief fol-lowed by small group participation led by trained facilitators. Attendees will be placed in groups with others who have had similar losses. Ward Church is located on frMile & Haggerty Roads in Northviile. For reg-istration information call Dorothy at Ward Presbyterian Church at (248) 374-5966. For information about other age and loss specific grief support groups offered by New Hope Center for Grief Support, call (248) 348-0115.

Festival of Handbells The Birmingham-First Concert Series present the second annual Festival of Handbeils 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, at First Presbyterian Church of

a s s a a e s ODituaries, Memorials, Remembrances

1-800-579-7355 • fax:734-953-2232 e-mail: O E O b i t s @ o e . h o m e c o m m . n e t

COGILL R I C H A R D , Feb. 1, 2004, age 76. Beloved husband of Jean for 49 yrs. D e a r father of (Catherine (John) Karolski, Andrew and the late Bonnie. Member of Friends of Livonia Library, Livonia Historial Society and National Rifle Association. Memorial may be made to Greenmead Historical Park, 20501 Newburgh Rd., Livonia, MI 48152. Services, will be private. For further information contact Matins-Ferguson Funeral Home 734-425-1800

FIERKE K E N N E T H R. Born May 2, S 930 in Saginaw. Ml; died January 19,2004 at his home in Redford Twp. Preceded in death by his brother, Herbert Fierke and his sister Marian Bennett, brother-in-law Ralph Bennett, newphew Rober t Bennett .and brother-in-law Kenneth Morrow. Survived by sisters Laura Morrow, Rosemary Wieland and brother-in-law Guy and sister-in-law Margaret Fierke . Numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.

GARRETT Mary, age 78, died. January 16, 2004 in Arizona. Ms. Garrett was from Redford Twp, and is survived by her children Leo, Chris, Kathy, Nancy and Martha. Memorial services will be held Saturday, February 7th, 10am at St. Valentine's Church at Beech Daly & 5 Miie in Redford Twp.

HIRN Marguer i te Eage 87 a longtime resi-dent of Redford Twp. died January 31.2004. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank F. l-Iirn(d. Jan. 4, 1970), her son, Francis, grandson, Paul and son-in-law. George Innes. Mother of: Robert(Mary Ann) Him, Gail Cooper,- Margaret (Rob) Bienenstein, David (Aeran) Him, Brian (Cheryl) Him. Beloved grand-mother of 8 and great grandmother of 9. Sister-in-law of 4 bxother-in-laws. And has many nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends. The funer-al mass was held at St. Valentine Catholic Church, Redford on Tuesday February 3 rd, at 11AM. Father Leo Lulko off iciated. Burial Parkview Cemetery, Livonia. Arrangements by Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Milford. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or C.S. Mott Pediatric Cardiological Research Fund. For further informa-tion phone 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneraIDirectors.com

STAHL Harold Emerson. Feb. 2, 2004 of Bloomfield Hills. Beloved husband of Beveriy. Funeral service Thursday 11:00am at Kirk in the Hills, ob it@Desm on dFuncraiHome. com

MEINKE Susan K . J . , December 19, 2003; of Farmington Hiils, age 62. Beloved wife of Herman; dear mother of Christine M., Timothy A. and Kirk M. Meinke; grandmother of Cloreice. L. and Zia Meinke; loving daughter of Ann Johnson of L'Anse. MI; sister of Sally Gruca, Mary Andrea Johnson, Theodore 3. Johnson, and Stephen A. Johnson, She leaves behind many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Susan was preceded in death by her father Theodore and her son Thaddeus W. Meinke. Susan graduated f rom Mercy College in 1963. After gradua-tion, she worked for Botsford Hospital in Farmington Hills for 40 years and the Children's Hospital at the University of Michigan. Susan was a former member of St.Hugo in the Hills, St. Vincent DePaul, St. Benedict's and Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Private family serv-ices were held at Mount Hope Catholic Cemetery in Pontiac. Memorial contri-butions may be made to the Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements entrusted to Pontiac Chapel of Sparks i Gri f f in Funeral Home.

MOORE Gerald H. Moore Memorial Service Feb 7, 11am at Northridge Church 734-414-7777

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Birmingham, 1669 West Maple, between Cranbrook and Southfield roads. Meet the artists reception fol-lows the program. The program fea-tures the First Presbyterian Church Ringers along with visiting bell choirs from other local churches. For more information, call (248) 644-2040, Ext. 136.

Drama From Narnia, With Love - The Spiritual Voyage of C.S. Lewis, a two-act drama by Mark F. McPherson 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, at Trinity Church, 14800 Middlebelt, Livonia. Tickets are '$10. For more information, call (734). 425-2800.

The performance features McPherson, an award-winning actor, playwright and author who's written dramas

' about Winston Churchill, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and Theodore Roosevelt. According to McPherson, "the character of C.S. Lewis is differ-

• ent from others I have portrayed. He is not gallant or glamorous, nor is he dangerous or irreverent. He is instead a man confronted with the same burning questions which we all have faced concerning God and our place in the world."

Summer Bible School preview The International Christian Education Association presents a Vacation Bible School/Summer Ministries Preview featuring more than 25 workshops and 20 exhibitors 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at Ward Church, 40000 Six Mile, west of 1-275, • Northviile. Designed mainly for those involved in church ministry, the con-ference welcomes all. Registration deadline is Feb. 16, but tickets will be available at the door. The cost is $45 at the door, $40 advance by Feb. 16, includes refreshments and lunch; $25 additional for puppet ministry work-, shop that teaches you to make and

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Blood drive 2-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, at St. John's Episcopal Church, 574 South Sheldon, Plymouth. Call Carolyn Liebau at (734) 455-5395 for an appointment or just drop in.

An Ordinary Day With Jesus The Lenten study opportunity takes place Wednesday, Feb. 25 through April 21. All are invited to gather at 6:30 p.m. for a light meal followed by the study. The second opportunity will be 1 p.m. Sunday February 29 through April 25. Participants should feel free to move back and forth between the two groups, at Trinity Church of the

. Brethren in Redford. The community is invited to partici-pate in these sessions by calling (313) 937-1199 or e-mailing trinitycobmidsearthlink.net. Imagine spending a day of your life waking up, eating, working, and socializing with Jesus. During the season of Lent Trinity's pastor Mike Fletcher will be leading the congregation in the study. Participants are invited to explore the promise that it is possible to live every moment of every day in the presence of Jesus. ;

Stronger Women Faith Covenant Church is offering a program designed to challenge your body, stretch your mind and encour-age your spirit, began 9:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, continues to April 1, at 35415 West 14 Mile, Farmington Hiils. Call (248)661-9191.

The morning activities vary from beginning with your choice of aerobic exercise, jogging or a brisk walk, to sampling delicious home baked good-

ies and healthy snacks, to sharing in a moment of prayer and devotion then culminating with a craft or notewor-thy speaker on issues designed to engage you. Also age appropriate activities for your infants to five year olds. Baby-sitting available for $2 per child, $4.per family.

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Pasty time Pasties make great dinners and lunch box treats. Mark your calendar with the following dates so you remember to place your order. Orders will be taken March 7 and 14, at Newburg United Methodist Church, 36500 Ann Arbor Trail, Livonia, and by phone March 9-10, at (734) 422-0149. Pick up dates are March 18-19. The cost is $3 :

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Worldwide Marriage Encounter A weekend experience for married • couples to improve their communica-tion skills, learn the value of intimacy, and renew their love for each other takes place March 12-14 and April 16-18, at St. John's Family Life Center, 44011 Five Mile, Plymouth. T here is a $50 registration fee. For more information or to register, call (248) 528-2512 or (810) 286-5524, or visit the Web site at www.rc.net/detroit/wwme.

Memorial Concert Series The Galliard Brass Ensemble performs as part of the Musicians Memorial Concert 4 p.m. Sunday, March 28, at St. John's Episcopal Church, 574 South Sheldon, Plymouth. Seating is limited, tickets are required even though there is no charge. . A free will donation will be taken . which will assist with future concerts. For tickets, call Michael Brittenback at (734) 453-0190, ext-16, or send e-mail to mbritten@stjohn- -splymouth.org.

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Turn your bathroom into a personal sanctuary It is not uncommon to be

overwhelmed by life's daily stresses, ranging from work anxieties and family demands to household obligations. A lit-tle relaxation and pampering is a necessary indulgence to maintain peace of mind, and creating a personal sanctuary within your own home is much easier than you may think.

Consider transforming your bathroom into a place that appeals to your mind, body

Fertilizers can be 'miraculous'

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Be wary of fertilizers billed as "miraculous" or "super." There's usually nothing wrong with them, except that they're not particularly miraculous or super.

No need to delve any deeper than the label to discover what magic tonic might lie within such a fertilizer. There, the active ingredients are explicitly spelled out.

Three numbers -15-30-15, for example - spell out the per-centages of nitrogen, phospho-rous and potassium, the three nutrients needed by plants in greatest quantity.

Now check the label on any other fertilizer, and you'll per-haps find different concentra-tions and ratios of nutrients.

Higher concentrations of nutrients won't make plants grow better -because then you use less fertilizer. (Too much food is as harmful to plants as it is to humans.)

Although there are fertilizers billed for houseplants or roses, plants aren't really all that finicky, within reason, about how they are fed.

Af good share of their nour-ishment can - and should -come from the soil itself, rather than from a concentrate.

And the difference between a plant "eating" one fertilizer or another is about as great as the difference between oar eating green beans or peas.

In spite of their mundane composition, some fertilizers do often produce miraculous results, for a few obvious rea-sons.

One reason is because the stuff might be so convenient to use. You can conveniently dis-solve a soluble fertilizer in water in your watering can, let-ting your plants eat as they drink.

A fertilizer might also be "super" easy to use. The instructions might be no more complicated than dissolving 1 teaspoon in a gallon of water, then drenching houseplants with the resulting watery tonic twice a month.

Outdoors, in the ground, you might be directed to periodical-ly pour a gallon of this miracle solution around each plant.

The true miracle of many commercial fertilizers is the miraculous effectiveness of a company's advertising.

Part of the success lies in a name; humans, after all, have for millenniums been seeking miracles, instant gratification and "super" results. One benefit of a good name and advertising is that it does remind us gar-deners to feed our plants.

Just now, for instance, house-plants are beginning to feel the effects of longer days and brighter sun, and could use some food to support that bur-geoning growth.

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• Sound. To fully relax in your sanctuary, you will need to prevent household noises that can lead to stress. You can personalize your sanctuary set-ting with soothing music or natural sounds, which are effective ways to tune out daily noise. For added privacy, con-

sider replacing your bathrbom door with an improved door to eliminate noise transmittal from the rest of the house. The Jeld-Wen ProCore "The Quiet Door" offers sound reduction beyond a standard, hollow-core door.

• Sight. Colors are a power-ful influence on energy, feel-ings and thoughts, so your color scheme is of the utmost importance. By understanding the effects of colors, you can

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How about Chicken Marengo for Valentine's Day? This version was created by Schoolcraft College sous chefs Tom Kaszobowski of Westland and Nicholas Dorst of Novi under the direction of certified master chef and instructor Dan Hugeiier.

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Sous chef Terry Hughes of Bloomfield Hills shows off her grilled portabella mushroom with Boursin cheese and rosemary red pepper relish. Master chef Jeff Gabriel suggested this dish for an appetizer.

ou want to do something spe-cial on Valentine's Day. Maybe

, you want to make a dinner reservation (a nice restaurant meal can be quite relaxing and enjoyable and there's no cleanup).

Or you might want to create your own romantic environment at home, serving dinner by candlelight with a nice chilled (or unchilled) bottle of wine.

What does it take to create a romantic dinner? Who better to ask than four certified master chefs at Schoolcraft College?

The chefs and students at Schoolcraft College created a menu with seasonal ingredients that aren't that difficult to find. The chef-instructors suggested a dish to the students and the students created it.

Sous chef Jeremiah Brown of Westland created a heart of hearts salad, the idea of chef instructor

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1 cup goat cheese 1 egg yolk legg '/«cup flour V* cup breadcrumbs

Mix cheese and egg yolk together. (For best results freeze mixture and cut heart or other desired shape with cookie cutter.) Whisk whole egg. Dip cutout into into flour, then egg, and finally bread crumbs.

Pan fry (oil shbuld come — _ up halfway on the croquette) except oil in mixing bowl. until golden brown just Stir and while whisking, before serving. slowly drizzle in oil.

Champagne Vinaigrette

\ cup champagne vinegar (1/2 cup each of cham-pagne and vinegar)

Vzteaspoon dry mustard 2 tablespoons fine herbs

(even mix of chervil, parsley and tarragon)

'/«teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons shallots,

minced 2 egg yolks , 3 cups vegetable oil

Combine all ingredients

Vegetable Garnish Romaine lettuce, hearts of Bibb lettuce, hearts Belgian endive, hearts Frisee, hearts Hearts of palm, sliced Artichoke hearts, quartered Red onion, minced Cucumbers, peeled and

sliced

Arrange cucumbers in the shape of a heart, then Kne up minced onions and artichoke hearts inside cucumber bor-der. Place hearts of palm into the shape of heart inside the cucumbers. Add lettuces into middle of heart, and top with vinaigrette.

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Although pinot noir makes the most versatile red wine in .. the world, it's the most finicky to grow and produce.

Initially, connois-seurs and critics were skeptical about the probability of making great domestic pinot noir. Yet from Portland, Ore., to Santa Barbara, Calif., those growers , willing to endure took up the gauntlet and have now reaped their reward.

Today, wine consumers benefit from their pioneering spirit because American-grown and produced pinot noir is now world-class.

Consumers have responded, as evi-denced by the increased sales of pinot noir. Total sales rose 11.7 percent over the year that ended August 2003 and for wines $15 and up, sales have increased more than 19 percent.

The French call it terroir. We call it, place, the soil, cliiliate, exposure, rain-fall, anything that contributes to the grape's growing conditions.

To make great wine, pinot noir requires a cool climate with poor, well-drained soils and a long growing sea-son, resulting in limited yields. It must be grown in these conditions because, more than any other grape, it reflects that place in the wine.

Difficult to grow, pinot noir demands very gentle handling once it reaches the winery, but when done well, a wine expressive of place results.

Pinot persistence has paid off in places that include Oregon's Willamette Valley south of Portland; Russian River Valley in Sonoma County; the Carneros district, that encompasses the southern reaches of both Napa and Sonoma counties; and the western extremity of the Santa Ynez Valley, known as Santa Rita Hills, in Santa Barbara County.

When pinot noir hits the mark, it speaks with a gentle, sensual voice. There is nothing sweeter or more beau-tiful. You divorce all others to be with it. It may smell like fresh cherries, dried roses, dried leaves on a forest floor, leather, mineral, or all of the above cap-tured in a single sensation. The fruits . associated with its taste include plum, strawberry, cherry, raspberry, cranber-ry, spice and truffles.

At the dinner table, pinot noir is most welcome because it complement? a variety of food styles and cuisines. Pinot's classic companions are anything with mushrooms, light meats such as . turkey, chicken and veal, darker fish , like salmon and rare-grilled tuna.

Rich, dark, intense pinots from a warm vintage will occasionally deceive . even the experienced enophile and pair handsomely with lamb, steak or venison.

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HEART FROM PAGE D1

Kevin Gawronski. Sous chef Terry Hughes of

Bloomfield Hills made a grilled portabella mushroom with boursin cheese and rose-mary red pepper relish, pre-sented with heart-shaped croutons, which was the idea of instructor Jeff Gabriel.

Sous chefs Tom Kaszubowski of Westland and Nicholas Dorst of Novi cooked up Dan Hugelier's suggestion of chicken marengo.

Sandy Yang of Farmington Hills and Mark Martell of Novi created White Chocolate Passion for dessert, the brain-child of Joe Decker, a certified master pastry chef.

Chef Chris Misiak, also an instructor at the college, helped coordinate the chefs and recipes, and chose wines to serve with the meal.

First, the salad. "Everything is hearts,"

Gawronski said. And yes, it is. Hearts of romaine lettuce,

artichokes and sliced hearts of palm, along with Bibb, Belgian endive, endive and frisee lettuces, constitute the vegetables in this light salad. Peeled and sliced cucumbers outline the outside of the dish in the shape of a heart, minced red onion adds a "delineative line of color," Gawronski says, then the sliced hearts of palm and quartered artichoke hearts lead into the heart of the hearts salad and the collection of lettuces.

It is topped with a cham-pagne vinaigrette — a mix of champagne and vinegar, chervil, parsley and tarragon, sugar, shallots, egg yolks and

White Chocolate passion features frozen white chocolate parfait, tropical fruit strudel and passion fruit and mango sauce. This dish was created by Schoolcraft sous chefs Sandy Yang of Farmington Hills and Mark Martell of Novi under the direction of certified master pastry chef Joe Decker.

More romantic recipes are inside. Taste, Page D3.

oil. A nice touch is added with a goat cheese croquette.

Brown said the goat cheese adds a rich and creamy taste to the dish, which is a light salad topped with the roman-tic champagne vinaigrette. The champagne should sit a few minutes to get rid of the bubbles before mixing and serving the vinaigrette, Gawronski said.

'You can serve this dish anytime (of year)," Gawronski said, especially with spring lettuces.

Then it's on to the appetiz-er.

The portabella mushroom

dish is grilled, then topped with boursin cheese, melted ever so slightly. A rosemary red pepper relish balances the meatiness of the mushroom and hearty cheese with a sweetness of red peppers, basil and rosemary, which is blended with balsamic vine-gar.

The stark dark color of the mushroom contrasts with the bright red peppers and toma-toes.

"It's simple, pretty on the plate and it's easy to do at home," Hughes said.

Portabellas are a substantial mushroom, she said. "They are just so meaty and flavor-ful, the boursin cheese adds a nice richness and flavor."

The boursin cheese is rolled, then topped on the mushroom. The olive thyme

bread is cooked into three loaves, then cut with cookie cutters to use as heart-shaped croutons.

Ah yes, the entree — chick-en marengo.

What's romantic about it? Well, it's a dish cooked in a classic French style, with chicken stock and white wine reduction, flavored with gar-lic, shallots and tomatoes.

"The dish was created in a battlefield in Austria," Kaszubowski said. (See relat-ed story on facing page.) The chicken is cooked until golden brown, while the large shrimp (10 per pound) is used rather than the traditional crayfish. The shrimp is seared in olive oil atop the stock reduction. "You just set it all together and make a crispy garnish of parsley," Dorst said.

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ON THE MENU Salad: Heart of Hearts salad with Champagne Vinaigrette and Goat Cheese Croquette Appetizer: Grilled Portabella Mushroom with Boursin Cheese and Rosemary Red Pepper Relish with Heart-Shaped Croutons Entree: Chicken Marengo (A classic French dish of seared chicken breast and shrimp with white wine and chicken stock reduction with garlic, tomato, shallots, parsnips and carrots with heart-shaped toasted croutons)

Dessert: White Chocolate Passion (Frozen white chocolate parfait with tropiqal fruit strudel and passion fruit and mango sauce and raspberry sauce)

Parsnips and carrots are added to the saut£ pan after the chicken is browned on one side, and the chicken is flipped and cooked on these vegetables.

"The steam (from the veg-etables) flows into the dish and gives it an aromatic quali-ty," Kaszubowski said.

It's t ime for dessert. Sandy Yang of Farmington

Hills and Mark Martell of Novi worked with chef Decker to create a frozen white chocolate parfait with mango sauce and raspberry sauce.

"The dish has the soft flavor of the white chocolate with the acidic flavor of the fruit, and they're together (in t he dessert)," Yang said.

Mango, pineapple, papaya and banana are cut into a small dice, then flavored with

brown sugar and brandy, Martell said. That mix fills a phyllo triangle.

The parfait is created with white chocolate chips and a creamanglaize. Whipped cream is folded into the mix to create the parfait, then the parfait is placed into molds.

"It has a nice pleasant flair to it," Decker said.

Key lime juice is added to a pureed mango, then the strained juice from three halved passion fruits. Pureed raspberries create a second accompanying sauce. Sliced mangos and whole raspberries add to the dessert.

Much of the tropical f rui t comes south of the Equator, Decker said. "The last four or five years, the mango has come into its own," Decker said. Of course, it is best when it is in season, which is in the . wintertime, through the end of March.

The white chocolate parfait can be created beforehand

• and frozen overnight, Decker said.

For the wine selection, Misiak includes traditional and nontraditional choices, serving the white wine after the red to match up these food choices.

"Because the main choice is chicken, it is possible to use a white wine," Misiak said. "Typically white wines are not served after reds, but a Pinot Blanc or even a blush wine will blend flavors wonderful-ly."

Misiak recommends a French sparkling wine before the meal, a lighter red for the appetizer. (See related box for list.)

These dishes will require some prep work in the cutting of vegetables and fruits for mis en plaice, or what is French for "everything in its place."

But overall, they believe it is simple enough to do at home.

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ROMANTIC RECIPES GRILLED PORTABELLA MUSHROOM

WITH BOURSIN CHEESE AND

ROSEMARY RED PEPPER RELISH,

PRESENTED WITH HEART^SHAPED

CROUTONS

2 large portabella mushrooms I1/: ounces Boursin cheese V2 cup red pepper relish (see

recipe below) as .needed mache lettuce leaves

(or lamb's lettuce) 2 heart-shaped croutons (Olive

bread toast) As needed olive oil As needed seasoning salt

Brush the mushroom with oil and season it. Grill on both sides until it is tender. Place the mushroom on a broiler plate and top with Boursin cheese and put in a oven preheated to 3508F to slightly melt the cheese.

Present on a large plate and drizzle a small amount of the red pepper relish on the mushroom. Garnish with toasted heart shaped croutons and present with mache lettuce.

ROSEMARY RED PEPPER RELISH

'/z cup red bell peppers, small dice

% cup tomatoes peeled, small dice

'A cup green onions, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon basil, chopped 1 tablespoon rosemary, chopped % cup olive oil 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Salt and fresh ground pepper, to

taste

Mix all ingredients.

OLIVE THYME BREAD

1 pound water 1 ounce yeast 1 pound, 13 ounces hi-gluten

flour bounce salt % ounces Kalamata olives,

chopped 1 teaspoon fresh thyme

Mix all ingredients. Ferment for l'/s hours. Create I pound baguettes. Wash with water, score, and dust with a little flour. Bake at 4002F with steam for first 10 minutes. Makes 3 loafs.

Recipefrom Jeff Gabriel, certi-fied master chef, and Terry Hughes.

Chicken marengo tied to Napoleon

Gawronski and Brown create a salad that's all hearts of palm, romaine, arti-chokes and other lettuces in the spirit of Valentine's Day.

on medium heat with oil. Sear CHICKEN MARENGO

4 slices white bread

'A cup olive oil

2 chicken breast, skin on with drummlet (supreme)

salt to taste

pepper to taste

pinch poultry seasoning

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'A cup carrots

'A cup parsnip

4 large shrimp (10 to a pound), tail on

1 cup white wine

1 cup chicken stock

1 tomato, peeled, seeded, diced

1 shallot, minced

1 garlic clove, minced

1 lemon

2 teaspoons parsley, chopped finely

Parsley leaves, deep fried for garnish

Cut the croutons with a heart-shaped cutter. Brush with olive oil and toast in a 3502 F oven until golden brown.

Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper and poultry seasoning. Dust the skin side lightly with flour. Preheat a pan

the chicken, skin side down, to render the fat. Remove from pan. Add the root vegetables (carrots and parsnips) garnish and return the chicken, uncooked side down, on top of the root vegetables, then place in a 3502F oven, until fully cooked (1602F internal temperature).

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat a pan with medium heat. Sear the shrimp in olive oil. When done, coat with a squeeze of lemon.

Add the white wine to the pan used for chicken and reduce. Add the chicken stock and reduce. Add the garlic, shallots, tomato, and parsley. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, and a small squeeze of lemon juice.

Arrange on the plate with the croutons on the bottom. Place the chicken on top of the crou-tons, then the shrimp on top of the chicken.

Finish with the pan sauce, then place the fried parsley on top for garnish.

Recipe courtesy of Dan Hugeli-er, certified master chef, and sous chefs Tom Kaszubowski and Nicholas Dorst.

Chicken marengo is named after the Battle of Marengo at which Napoleon Bonaparte defeated the Austrians. Napoleon Bonaparte's chef Dunand created the dish on the battlefield itself.

Bonaparte didn't eat on bat-tle days until the battle was over. Once he saw his enemies fleeing, Bonaparte asked his chef to prepare dinner for him.

A search of the provisions found only three eggs, four tomatoes, six crayfish, a small hen, a little garlic, some oil and a saucepan.

Dunand made a panada with oil and water, and then

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1/4 cups heavy cream • 3Acup half and half

1 vanilla bean (or 1% tablespoons vanilla)

12 egg yolks Vs cup sugar 6 ounces white chocolate finely

chopped 1 cup whipped cream

Make creme anglaize by whisking the first five ingredi-ents in a double boiler, stirring constantly, and scald dairy prod-ucts by heating mixture to 1852F. Remove from heat and add chocolate immediately to dis-solve chocolate and continue to stir off the heat. Cool to approxi-mately 402F and fold in the whipped cream. Place into molds. Yields 12 molds.

TROPICAL FRUIT STRUDEL

Ve cup tropica! fruit, small diced (Mango, Pineapple, Papaya, Banana)

1 V 2 t a b l e s p o o n s brown sugar 2 tablespoons butter cinnamon to taste 1 vanilla bean 2 or 3 tablespoons brandy 'A cup clarified butter

Place the butter in a saute pan, heat over medium flame and add the brown sugar. Add the tropical fruit when pan is hot and dust with the cinnamon. Stir till fruit is lightly coated and begins to change to a slightly translucent appearance. Add the brandy carefully and flame the mixture.

browned the chicken, which had been drawn and jointed, in the oil. He fried eggs in the same oil with a few garlic cloves and tomatoes.

He poufed over this mixture some water laced with brandy borrowed from the general's flask and put the crayfish on top to cook in the steam.

The dish was served on a tin plate, the chicken surrounded by the fried eggs and crayfish, with the sauce poured over it. Bonaparte feasted on the dish and told Dunand: "You must feed me like this after every battle."

The originality of the dish's

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garnish (chicken a la proven-cale, sauteed in oil with garlic and tomatoes) dates well before the Battle of Marengo. Over time the traditional garnish was replaced by mushrooms and small glazed onions. The preparation was also used for veal. Some believe the dish was. created in the town of Marengo (now Hadjout) in Algeria.

Another version — veal marengo — refers to meat dish-. es cooked in a combination of onions, tomatoes, wine and mushrooms,, and is named for the village of Marengo in the Piedmont region of northwest-ern Italy. f

Before the Meal: A dry to semi-dry French sparkling wine from southern France is recommended by chef instructor Chris Misiak. "These are not true Champagnes because tfiey are not produced in the Champagne region of France, but are quite delicious and more economical to purchase," Misiak said. "What would a romantic dinner be without some bubbly?"

Appetizer Course: Since the portabella mushroom and boursin cheese are quite strong in flavor, a lighter red such as a Sangiovese or Beaujoiais-Village would be more appropriate, Misiak said. Entrie Course: Because the main course is chicken, it is possible. to use a white wine. "Typically white wines are not served after reds, but a Pinot Blanc or even a blush wine will tjlend flavors wonderfully," Misiak said. "If you prefer reds, you could choose a lighter red such as a Cote d' Rhone." Dessert: There are many choices, but a nice late harvest Semillon or late-harvest Gewurztraminer are excellent choices, Misiak said. Because of their late harvest, they have a very sweet and concentrated flavor, perfect for finishing off a wonderful meal.

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PASSION FRUIT AND MANGO SAUCE

1 mango

Key lime 3 passion fruits leup frozen raspberries

Cut up one ripe mango and puree in a blender.

Add small amount of key lime juice to accent flavor.

Cut passion fruits in1/* and place seeds and pulp in strainer.

Combine juice and puree and add some sugar syrup (half sugar and half water) to modify tart-ness.

Puree raspberries and add sugar to desired sweet-ness.

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A benefit for the MCFWE Scholarship Fund and Blue Water Chefs Association, the extravaganza features more than 20 restaurants, several wine purveyors, silent and live auctions, live band and raffle. More than 700 guests are

expected at the event 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24 at Mac & Ray's Banquet & Conference Center, 30675 North River Road, in Harrison Township.

Unlike other food events, MCFWE was designed specifi-cally to highlight the comple-mentary pairing between food

and wine. Participating restau-rants are matched with a wine purveyor; together they deter-mine a food and wine pairing served at the restaurant's table. Guests, adorned with Mardi

Gras beads and even decora-tive masks, stroll among the restaurants, enjoying the fla-vors, sights and sounds of a spirited celebration.

Participating restaurants compete for the title of "Best Restaurant" as determined by a panel of media judges. Along with bragging rights, the top five restaurants receive a cash award, with the first place restaurant also gaining posses-sion of a travelling trophy that resides in the winning restau-rant for a year.

"By creating a competition among restaurants, MCFWE ensures that guests are treated to an evening filled with

incredible food and wine," said Roger Petri, event chairperson and director of operations at Mac & Ray's. "Monies raised at the event go directly to local students pursuing their dream of becoming a chef."

Noteworthy auction items up for bid include: 40-bottle wine cellar, one week's stay in a condo in Grand Cayman, a three- or four-day luxury cruise, use of a condominium on Marco Island, lobster din-ner (or clam bake) at your home, cocktail party for 40 at Mac & Ray's, cooking classes with Mac & Ray's own Chef Jeff Baldwin, and much more.

Tickets are $75 for general -admission and $125 for Gold Salon and are available by call-ing 586-463-9660 ext. 438.

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Beans, lentils, peas, peanuts and soybeans are all edible legumes. Throughout the world, high-protein legumes are a cooking staple. They are relatively inexpensive and easy to cook. Full of fiber, minerals

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Legumes also contain phyto-chemicals, natural compounds that can prevent the cancer process from beginning or stop cancerous cells from becoming tumors. Along with plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole grains and nuts, legumes are recom-mended by the American Institute for Cancer Research and other health experts as part of a mostly plant-based diet to lower the risk of cancer

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Professional desserts Wow your famiiy with delicious desserts through classes at Mary Denning's Cake Shoppe, 8036 N. Wayne, Westland. Chocolate cups, pocket pastries and napoleans are some of the tasty treats you'll master. Class fees include the'use of equip-ment and materials. The professional desserts series includes: fresh frui t pastries, Monday, Feb. 9. Classes are $22. Students provide their own equipment and materials, so call (734) 261-3680 for more information.

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Bonnie's Patisserie Low-carb Cooking and Good Food Fast are among the classes offered at Bonnie's Patisserie, 29229 Northwestern Hwy„ in Southfield. Classes are scheduled 7-9 p.m. and cost $35 each. The low-carb class will be offered either Monday, Feb. 16 or' Wednesday, March 3, while the good food class will be taught Monday, March ffor Wednesday, March 10. (The class will be offered both nights, so

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Check right to build dock on easement We have been granted an easement giving us ingress and egress to the water's edge of an adjacent lake. Do you think we have a right to construct a dock extending into the water or permanently moor a boat there?

Again, it depends upon the language of the easement. In a similar case issued by the Michigan Court of Appeals, the court found that the plain and unambiguous terms of the easement did not grant the non-riparian owner the right to maintain a dock or permanently moor a boat. As the court indicated, the easement was created for access or ingress and egress to the lake and cannot be expanded. Again, these cases are fact-intensive depending upon the terms of the easement granted.

I am a real estate broker and am wondering whether or not I have to recommend to a purchaser that they retain an attorney to pass upon the marketabifity of t i t le.

Under the former Real Estate Licensing Rule 3092, a licensed real estate person was required to recommend to a buyer that he or she retain an attorney to pass upon the marketability of title and to ascertain whether all terms of purchase have been met.

That provision has now been eliminated, along with the requirement that the purchase r be given a recommendation to "obtain a complete abstract of title in lieu of title insurance." The buyer needs only to receive from the seller a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price and that is all that needs to be recommended. It is still a good idea for a purchaser to obtain legal advice before he enters into any purchase agreement which is as important, if not more important, than having an attorney represent a purchaser at closing.

Is there a witness requirement for executing a deed?

As of March 4,2002, instruments conveying an interest in real estate are now acceptable for recording with the Register of Deeds, in the county in which the property is located, if they are simply acknowledged before an authorized officer-judge, clerk of a court of record or notary public, depending upon the specific law. Michigan has now joined four other states that have no witness requirements for such documents.

Robert M. Meisner is a lawyer and the author of Condominium Operation: Getting Started & Staying on the Right Track, second edit ion. It is available for $9.95 plus $2 shipping and handling. For more information, calf (248) 644-4433 or visit [email protected]. This col-umn shouldn't be construed as legal advice.

move perfectly pet-friendly Moving to a new home is

arguably and understandably stressful for humans. You are packing, switching utilities and writing a to-do list a mile long. But amid the pile of boxes, pet owners shouldn't forget about moving's impact on their furry little friends. There are steps you can take to ensure pets are comfortable during the move and in their new surroundings.

While you may be living out of a suitcase and eating off paper plates, be sure to main-tain your pet's routine. Take him on his regular walk. Serve up his favorite food, but don't give him something new.

Treats sound good in theory, but a disruption in diet can make your pet sick.

When planning to relocate your pet, decide how you'll transport him — by car, plane or another mode of trans-portation.

A car ride is least likely to upset him, but you must pre-pare your pet for the ride.

Consider purchasing a restraining harness or pet car-

On moving day, you'll want to keep your pet comfortable and out

of the way. Hire a pet sitter, or put him in an empty and quiet

room. Another option is to brand the pet at a kennel for the day.

rier and get him accustomed to it. Plan to stop often to let your pet exercise and relieve himself (about every two hours).

Consult your veterinarian if your pet doesn't like car rides. He may be able to provide med-ication or behavior training. (He can also make sure your pet has the right vaccines, medicine and health certificates for where you'll be moving.)

If you are flying to your new home, see if you can take your pet on the flight with you. Just be sure to check with your air-line carrier on its rules and restrictions. Some airlines restrict the number of animals allowed on flights or they may not allow animals at all. Some will make your pet go under-neath the plane as checked cargo and others may let you

carry your pet aboard. In addi-tion, plan to visit your veteri-narian prior to your flight. You'll likely need to present the airline with your pet's cur-rent health certificate.

If you can't fly with your pet, look into an animal transport service. Be advised that it may be expensive, b u t if that ' s your only option, it's worth the price. And you can be assured your pet will travel comfortably.

On moving day, you'll want to keep your pet comfortable and out of the way. Hire a pet sitter, or put him in an empty and quiet room. Another option is to board the pet at a kennel for the day.

FAMILIAR OBJECTS

Just as familiar objects com-fort humans in a new and

scary situation, the same goes for pets. Pack food, water, medicine, bed, litter box, water bowls and favorite toys in a box that is easily accessible in the car or when you arrive at your new home. Don't wash toys or blankets before the move — the familiar smell will provide a sense of comfort to him. Also, fill old water bottles with water from your old home to again, provide famil-iarity. Make sure the home is pet-proof — there should be no open doors, windows with-out screens or unlatched gates. (Shut doors or use a baby gate for unsafe areas:)

Don't forget to order some new identification tags for your pet with your contact information. Until it arrives, construct a temporary tag in case your pet gets lost.

Moving is arguably a hectic time, both physically and emo-tionally, for you and your pet. But if you remember to look out for your pet and give him some TLC, the whole process will go more smoothly for both of you.

Consumers, real estate agents turn to Internet BY PRNEWSWIRE

Consumers flocking to the Internet for help buying or selling a home, a dramatic increase in real estate agents who use the Internet to attract clients, and an online business model that matches con-sumers with top-of-the-line real estate agents resulted in significant growth and prof-itability during 2003 for HomeGain, Inc. (www.home-gain.com). The company pro-vides customized online serv-ices to consumers and the real estate professionals who serve them.

Over the past four years, HomeGain has generated more than 1.5 million con-sumer leads for the 70,500 agents representing more than 3,200 nationally, regionally

and independently branded brokerages who have signed up for the service. Each month, homegain.com attracts more than 2 million visitors, the majority of them between the ages of 25-49 and with annual household incomes in excess of $75,000. Its con-sumer - and agent-friendly approach has helped turn HomeGain into the nation's third-largest online real estate Web site.

"Each month, millions of consumers look to homegain.com to help them select a real estate agent, research local home listings and link up with lenders, movers and other related serv-ice providers," said Glenn Houck of Agent Success for HomeGain,

Consumers and agents alike

are driven to homegain.com through partnerships with more than 200 of the Internet's top consumer Web sites and portals, including Yahoo!, CNN, FoxNews and Google, to name a few. Consumers who enter these sites and type in "real estate" or select "find an agent" are automatically connected with HomeGain's national network of agent subscribers.

SERVICES

Once inside HomeGain, potential buyers and sellers can use HomeGain's Agent Evaluator service to anony-mously find and compare Realtors, access Home Price Express to receive a mini-market evaluation on their home from a local

HomeGain agent, use BuyerLink to view real estate listings through a local HomeGain agent's Web site, obtain pre-approval and receive rate quotes for a mortgage, or search moving and other real estate-related information resources.

Users can access a full range of home buying and selling tools, services and content to research home listings, value a property, prepare a home for sale, secure a loan, arrange a move or make home improve-ments. More than 2.4 million consumers have registered at the HomeGain Web site ww.homegain.com since its inception in 1999. HomeGain is a licensed real estate broker. State license information is available at http: //homegain.com/broker.

Mortgage Bits

Tim 'Timbo'

Real estate tide shifts to sellers

Adam Smith, in his clas-sic book The Wealth of Nations, writes of an

Invisible Hand that helps keep free economic systems balanced. Business cycles ebb and flow, cycling back and forth, as influenced by a myriad of external forces. Paradoxically, economies are never in perfect balance, but they have a way of balancing out perfectly.

The real estate market is no exception. Over the past decade, we have seen, hous-ing values sometimes grow very aggressively, and — more recently — flatten out completely. We also com-monly observe annual cycles both in real estate sales and in mortgage interest rates, and more prolonged oscilla-tions in home purchases vs. refinances.

So, where are we now in each of these cycles? Well, if I had a reliable crystal ball, I would be on a warm beach instead of typing this col-umn. I can, however, offer you my perspective of your opportunities as a front-line mortgage loan officer based on my recollections and cur-rent observations.

REFINANCE NOW

By some fluke, if you are a homeowner and you have yet to refinance, do not despair. Interest rates should remain good through the rest of this election year, unless the stock markets rally off the charts. However, we are certainly approaching the end of this current his-toric refinance cycle, so if you are going to refinance, get it going now. This holds true especially if you cur-rently hold an FHA mort-gage.

Until a couple weeks ago, it has been solidly a buyer's market. Sellers and listing Realtors have been sitting on some homes for many months waiting for qualified borrowers to make bids. Many sellers would have jumped at any reasonable offer because buyers were so few. Well, if the number of borrower prequalification phone calls I have been receiving is any indicator, we may soon have more buyers than homes, and sellers may once again have the upper hand.

Buyers may still find some "early-bird specials," but such deals will become more scarce in the coming weeks. As spring nears, the great rates and the increased number of buyers are sure to give sellers an advantage.

Timothy J. Phillips is a mortgage broker and newspaper columnist. You may access his archives a t , www.HomeQuarters.BIZ, and you may phone him tol l-free at (866) 369-4516. Homebuyers should always consult a professional for guidance specific to their situation.

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40448 Bay Harbor $169,000 49145 Northhampton $415,000 35115 6 Mile $250,000 324 Ar thur $330,000 16571 Glenmore $135,000 29885 Lacy $216,000

40478 Bay Harbor $153,000 41976 Old Bridge $180,000 14195 Areola $177,000 325 Ar thur $309,000 9935 Hazelton $134,000 1473 Lillian $107,000

40490 Bay Harbor $179,000 1676 Orchard $128,000 28689 Bayberry Park $221,000 1314 Beech $244,000 18819 Indian $117,000 1639 Lillian $157,000 41646 Bedford . $149,000 1752 Orchard $103,000 9905 Berwick $229,000 155 Blunk $209,000 12860 l e n o r e $114,000 7737 Maple $267,000 7346 Bircklan $300,000 43923 Orleans $227,000 29506 Bobrich $78,000 1652 Cassady Place $236,000 15903 Leona $116,000

256 Marigold $130,000 46327 8r iargate $320,000 48103 Oxford $522,000 8905 Cardwell $102,000 48144 Colony Farms $190,000 11434 Leverne $144,000

258 Marigold $144,000 46418 Briargate $260,000 1971 Peerce ' $151,000 18292 Deering $116,000 49411 Commons $410,000 9128 Nathal ine $160,000

258 Marigold $144,000

6812 Br idgemont $335,000 659 Pheasant Woods $356,000 17170 Dolores $154,000 49763 Cooke $440,000 11740 Nathal ine $132,000 264 Marigold $136,000

1557 Brookdale $320,000 4085 Pond Run $275,000 9349 Eastwind $245,000 46122 Forestwood $299,000 17200 Olympla $170,000 278 Marigold $149,000

42049 8rookv iew $170,000 4510 Pond Run $260,000 15724 Edgewood $268,000 12755 Haverhil l $379,000 16231 Pomona $141,000 280 Marigold $150,000

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45798 Buckley $2,675,000 1458 Ranier $215,000 17459 Fairway $205,000 12516 Howland Park $635,000 9191 Sarasota $159,000 1300 N. Hix $181,000

47890 Candace $372,000 436 Robyn $193,000 34937 Five Mile $318,000 47255 Hunters Park $265,000 9988 Seminole $142,000 5805 N. Linville $127,000

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43998 Fredericksburg $199,000 46639 Swan mere $255,000 15061 lyons $164,000 866 Ross $270,000 32224 Anita $164,000 31039 Somerset ' $140,000

41568 Glade $217,000 416 Sylvan $465,000 14406 Meivin $194,000 638 S Harvey $235,000 829 Autumn Ridge $251,000 34846 Stacy $146,000

48083 Gladstone $457,000 1202 Terrel $212,000 18524 Milburn $145,000 9418 S. Worth $213,000 30591 Avondale $142,000 31106 Stephen $76,000

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B L O O M F I E L D $135,000 E n d l e s s P o s s i b i l i t i e s ! U p d a t e s g a l o r e , f o r m a l l i v i n g / d i n i n g r m s , f a m i i y r m w / f r p l , n e w k i t c h e n , h d w d f i rs , b s m n t , 2 c a r a t t a c h e d g a r a g e , f e n c e d y a r d . H u r r y ! (BGN6ODOR) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

B R I G H T O N $249,900 H a m b u r g C o t t a g e o n O r e L a k e ! To ta l l y r e m o d e l e d , o a k c a b i n e t s in k i t c h e n , s p a c i o u s g r e a t r m , d e c k , 3 0 f t .o f f r o n t a g e o n a l l s p o r t s i a k e . ( B G N 3 5 H I L ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

Cm C A N T O N $379,900 F a b u i o t i s H o m e o n A w e s o m e Lo t ! B a c k i n g t o w o o d e d c o m m o n s . 3 S e a s o n r o o m w / s k y l i g h t s t o e n j o y t h e s e a s o n s . O p e n f l o o r p l a n , 1st f ir d e n & l a u n d r y . H u g e m a s t e r s u i t e w / d u a l f i r e p l a c e . ( B G N 5 4 W O O ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

C A N T O N $369,900 1 . 7 A c r e s , 4 Br , 2 . 5 B a , 1s t F l oo r M a s t e r S u i t e , U p d a t e s : W i n d o w s , E l e c t r i c a l , R o o f , K i t c h e n W / o a k C a b i n e t s , A l l B a t h s , B r i g h t S u n R o o m , B r i c k P a v e r Pa t i o , F r sh l y P a i n t e d T / O , N e w e r C a r p t i n g . O E H O G Y D 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

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C A N T O N $199,900 W e t h e r s f i e l d C o n d o ! P i c t u r e s q u e p r i v a t e s e t t i n g . E x c e p t i o n a l 2 B R 2 . 1 B A c o n d o , G R w / s o a r i n g c i g & g a s FP. L u x m a s t s t e w / b a t h . F u l l b s m t . G r e a t p a t i o t o e n j o y t h e v i e w . T u r n k e y c o n d i t i o n . B G P - 7 6 W h i 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

C O M M E R C E T W P $159,900 C o z y c e d a r s h a k e r a n c h . . W i t h i n w a l k i n g d i s t a n c e t o all s p o r t s lake ! 3 br , b a s e m e n t & g a r a g e . L a r g e c o u n t r y k i t c h e n w / f r e n c h d o o r s t o l o v e l y p r i v a t e f e n c e d y a r d . W o o d b u r n i n g s t o v e . ( B G S L Y 9 3 S T A ) 8 8 8 -8 7 0 - 9 1 3 1

DETROIT $90,000 G r e a t S t a r t e r H o m e . F r e s h P a i n t T / O & N e w C a r p e t . S t o v e & R e f r i g . Inc l . K i t . C a b s A r e A B e a u t i f u l W o o d & t i l e d K i t Fir. S o m e N e w e r W n d w s . H o m e W a r r a n t y I nc l . O E L 1 4 B R I 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

DETROIT $69,900 3 b d r m , .1 b a t h , b u n g a l o w . B e s t B u y A r o u n d . I n v e s t o r , H a n d y m a n S p e c i a l . B a n k O w n e d . " A s Is" S a l e . B u y e r R e s p o n s i b l e F o r S i g n i n g A f f D a v i t O f C o m p l i a n c e W i t h C i t y O f D e t r o i t . O E L 3 0 P U R 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 -9 1 0 5

FARMINGTON $200,000 A l l t h e E x p e n s i v e . . S t u f f h a s b e e n D o n e ! W i n d o w s , s i d i n g , d o o r s , A C , h w h , f u r n a c e , e l e c t r i c a l . 3 b e d r o o m s , 1 .5 b a t h s , p r i v a t e y d . V a u l t e d c e i l i n g s , s k y l i g h t s , h w f . ( B G N 5 0 P Q W ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

FARMINGTON H I L L S $539,900 Q u a l i t y & E l e g a n c e . 4 b e d r o o m 3 -1 /2 b a t h c u s t o m h o m e , E x t e n s i v e w o o d f l o o r i n g . S p a c i o u s r m s i zes , f i n i s h e d w a l k o u t , Z o n e d h e a t i n g , s o l i d b r i c k e x t e r i o r , 3 s e a s o n s u n r o o m , g a t e d c o m m u n i t y . B G P -0 3 D e r 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

FARMINGTON HILLS $374,900 S h a r p F a r m i n g t o n H i l l s C o n d o l Q u i c k o c c u p a n c y , f i rs t f l oo r m a s t e r , p r i v a t e s tudy , f i n i s h e d l o w e r l eve l w / r e c r m & 2 n d k i t c h e n , d e c k , & u p d a t e d l a n d s c a p i n g . ( B G N 0 1 R U S ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

FARMINGTON H I L L S $319,900 N e w C o n s t r u c t i o n 3 Br , 3 F u l l B a t h s , v i n y l W n d w s , c e r a m i c T i l e In Foyer , k t ch , b a t h & L a u n d r y . G R W / c a t h C e i l i n g , & G a s FP. H i g h E f t F u r n a c e . 3 - c a r G a r . C e i l i n g F a n s In A l l B d r m s . O v e r . 5 0 a c r e . O E L 2 8 N I N 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

P F A R M I N G T O N HILLS $264,000 E x t r e m e l y W e l l C a r e d f o r 4 b r R a n c h C o n d o ! O v e r l o o k i n g h e a v i l y t r e e d y a r d . G o r g e o u s f i n i s h e d b a s e m e n t w / w a l k o u t , j a c u z z i t u b , w i n e c e l l a r & m o r e . ( B G N 1 1 M E A ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

FARMINGTON HILLS $259,900 T h e s e T o w n h o u s e S t y l e C o n d o m i n i u m s ! R a r e l y c o m e o n t h e m a r k e t a n d w h e n t h e y do , t h e y se l l fas t , S p a c i o u s w i t h 2 . 5 b a t h s , 2 c a r a t t . g a r a g e , a n d s t u n n i n g d e c o r . ( B G N 5 4 M E A ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

FARMINGTON H I L L S $159,000 S p a c i o u s 2 b r , 2 b a t h R a n c h C o n d o ! W / b s m n t . P r i m e e n d un i t w / e x t r a l a r g e l i v i n g r o o m w / f i r e p l a c e & k i t c h e n . M a n y w i n d o w s f o r s u p e r b l i gh t e x p o s u r e . L o o k s b r a n d n e w . M e t i c u l o u s ! ( B G N 8 0 E I G ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

G E N O A T W S P ' $ 6 2 0 , 0 0 0 B u i l d e r s O w n C u s t o m B u i l t 4 lb B d r m s , 5 Fu l l B a t h s , P ro f , f i n , W / O B s m t , A l l S e a s o n S u n r o o m , 3 Fp , ;

3 3 x 1 5 C o u n t r y K i t W / h e a r t h R m , I n g r o u n d P o o l , ! 3 + c a r G a r a g e . B r i g h t o n s B e s t . O E L 3 5 U R B 8 8 8 -8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

H I G H L A N D $279,500 F a n t a s t i c f a m i l y h o m e o n 1 . 7 9 a c r e s in H i g h l a n d . F a n t a s t i c f am i i y h o m e o n 1 . 7 9 a c r e s . I n c l u d e s h o t t uc , all a p p l i a n c e s a n c A D T AL

S y s t e m . H a r d w o o d f l oo r s , i s l a n d k i t c h e n a n d 6 p a n e l d o o r s . H o m e w a r r a n t y . M u s t s e e ! ( B G S L Y 4 5 H I D )

L IVONIA $399,000 G r e a t L o c a t i o n ! 4 b d r m , 2 . 5 b a t h c o l o n i a l w / g r e a t r m , 2 s t o r y foyer , 1s t f i r l a u n d r y , l ibrary, j a c u z z i , f rp l , s p a c i o u s deck & pr iva te ya rd

H o m e w a r r a n t y p r o v i d e d . ( B G N 9 4 K I N ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

L IVONIA $274,900 B e a u t i f u l L a n d s c a p e d Ya rd ! G r e a t l o c a t i o n i n S t o n e l e i g h s u b f o r 4 B R , 2 . 1 B A c o l o n i a l . U p g r a d e d kit i nc cn tops & cab. H u g e FP w / P R Bay

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L IVONIA $184,900 P r i d e o f O w n e r s h i p ! A l l b r i c k r a n c h , 3 b d r m , 2 b a t h , b e a u t i f u l h d w d f l oo r s , f a m i l y - s i z e d k i t c h e n , l a rge d in ing a rea w /doo rwa l l to

l a r g e y a r d , 2 . 5 c a r g a r a g e , f i n i s h e d b s m n t . Home w a r r a n t y . ( B G N 9 4 H O U ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

L IVONIA $174,900 R o s e d a l e G a r d e n s . 3 b d r m 1 b a t h c a p e c o d . ' S t u n n i n g m a s t e r b d r m , f o r m a l D R . U p d a t e s : w i n d o w s , copper p lumb ing , s tee l

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L IVONIA $164,900 3 b d r m . B r i c k r a n c h . U p d a t e d k i t chen , b a t h f i x t u r e s , N e u t r a l c r p e t T/O, V i n y l w i n d o w s , F u r n a c e , copper p l u m b i n g , e lec t r ica l , f ront &

b a c k d o o r s & g l a s s b l o c k w i n d o w s . QEL90HAT 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

M I L F O R D $189,000 S u p e r o p e n f i o o r p l a n o n t h i s r a n c h in M i l f o rd . . A l l a p p l . s tay . 1st fl l a u n d r y . 3 r d b d r m in f i n i s h e d i ower level. Lrg f e n c e d b a c k y a r d w /

d e c k . F i n i s h e d b a s e m e n t h a s r e c rm 2 4 X 1 8 & o f f i c e . C / A & t w o c a r g a r a g e . ( B G S L Y 1 5 0 A K ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 -9 1 3 1

M I L F O R D B u i l d y o u r d r e a m b e a u t i f u l w o o d e d b a c k i n g t o s m a l l 5 t o h a v e w a l k o u t d e s i r e d . C l o s e t o v i l l a g e a n d e - w a y s . 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 3 1

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PLYMOUTH $364,900 P r i c e d to S e l l . A l m o s t n e w $ B R , 2 . 1 B A C a p e C o d o n a n in ter io r lot, T h i s d e t a c h e d c o n c j o o f f e r s a i l s o r t s o f g r e a t f e a t u r e s . L u x 1st f ir m a s t e r . O p e n G r e a t R m w / g a s FP. 3 B R s & s p a c lof t . B G P - 8 4 N o r 8 8 8 -8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

N O R T H V I L L E $519,900 C h e c k O u t t h e P r i c e . B e a u t i f u l 4 B R , 2 . 1 B A B r o o k l a n e R i d g e c o l o n i a l . I m p r e s s i v e 2 - s t o r y f o y e r w / c i r c u i a r s t a i r c a s e . G o u r k i t & n o o k w / C o r i a n c n t r t o p s . S p a c F a m R m w / s o a r c l g s & FP. C e d a r d e c k . B G P - 4 4 S u d 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

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PLYMOUTH $249,900 i m p r e s s i v e G r a n d e u r ! 4 B R c e d a r b u n g a l o w w i t h i n w a l k i n g d i s t a n c e t o t o w n ! U p d a t e s i n c n e w e r A n d e r s e n w n d w s , c o v e r e d f r o n t p o r c h , roof , c e d a r d e c k i n g , p a v e r pa t i o , A C , H D W D f i rs , 1s t f i r Indry . B G P - 3 2 A n n 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

NORTHVILLE L E A S E $2 ,250 /M0 . T h r e e B d r m s W / 1s t Fl M a s t e r . G r e a t R m W / v a u i t e d C e i l i n g , F P , & D o o r w a l l To D e c k O v e r L o o k i n g Go l f C o u r s e & P o n d , F R O n U p p e r L e v e l . f i n i s h e d L o w e r L e v e l W / 4 R o o m s . o n e Y e a r m i n . 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 -9 1 0 5 0 E L 8 5 V I L

NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP $624,900 A r e V e r y H a r d t o F ind . E x c e p t i o n a l 4 B R , 4 fu l l b a t h & 2 hal f b a t h h o m e o n p r e m w o o d e d s e t t i n g b a c k i n g t o a c r e s of m a t u r e s t r e e s . G o u r k i t . L u x m s t s te . P ro f f in w / o w / a p p r o x 1 5 0 0 s q f t o f s p a c e . B G P - 4 7 W h i 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

P INCKNEY $49,900 P r i c e d b e l o w S E V ! N i c e b u i l d s i t e 1 b l o c k f r o m go l f c o u r s e . D e e d e d a c c e s s o n R u s h Lake . P r i v a t e l a k e w i t h b e a c h e s . L a n d c o n t r a c t a v a i l a b l e . ( B G S L Y V L Q O U ) 8 8 8 -8 7 0 - 9 1 3 1

PLYMOUTH $689,900 R a r e O p p o r t u n i t y ! R e m o d e l e d 3 B R , 4 . 1 B A b r i c k t u d o r . P r e m i u m P e n n i m a n l o c a t i o n . U p d a t e d k i t w / V i k i n g - J e n n A i r a p p l . L u x m a s t e r s te . 3 r d s t o r y o f f e r s a d d ' l B R w / f u l l BA . F i n b s m t w / f u l l b a t h B G P -6 8 P e n 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

PLYMOUTH $419,900 B e o n e w i t h N a t u r e o n 2 . 6 W o o d e d A c r e s ! H u g e k i t c h e n & i n f o r m a l d i n i n g r o o m . L r g g r e a t r o o m w / c o z y f i r e p l a c e . A n d r e s e n w i n d o w s , n e w s i d i n g , m a n y u p g r a d e s i H u r r y o n t h i s beau t y . ( B G N 6 4 M A R ) 8 8 8 -8 7 0 - 9 1 2 3

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PLYMOUTH $246,900 A b s o l u t e l y M i n t D o w n t o w n P l y m o u t h W / A I I T h e U p d a t e s : F u r n , R o o f , R e f i n H W f i r s . V a u l t e d F R & D R . U p d a t e d K i t c h e n W / Bu i l t In C h i n a C a b i n e t & S t a i n l e s s P r o S e r i e s A p p l i a n c e s . C o m p u t e r A r e a & G r e a t S t o r a g e A r e a . 2 C a r G a r a g e . Q E L 1 0 V 1 R 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

R E D F O R D $129,900 B r i c k b u n g a l o w 3 B d r m . N e w e r L a n d s c a p i n g & F r o n t P o r c h . 2 C a r G a r a g e W / O p e n e r & A c c e s s Doo r . U p d a t e d Ki t , C e r Foyer , N e w e r E n t r y D o o r s . G l a s s B l o c k W i n d In B s m n t . O E L 5 8 I N K 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

S A L E M $194,900 N e w c o n s t r u c t i o n h o m e in g r o w i n g s m a l l t o w n ! S u p e r i o r c r a f t m a n s h i p in t h i s 3 b d r m , 2 b th h o m e . M a s t e r o n 1s t f l oo r , 2 c a r g a r a g e , 2 0 0 s q . f t . u n f i n i s h e d b o n u s r o o m o v e r g a r a g e . S u p e r i n s u l a t i o n p a c k a g e . ( B G S L Y 5 4 M C F ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 3 1

S O U T H L Y O N $299,900 4 b e d , 2 b a t h . B e a u t i f u l f a m i l y h o m e w i t h 5 a c r e s a n d a l l t h e p r i v a c y a n d w i l d l i f e y o u w o u l d w a n t . T o w n is j u s t a r o u n d t h e c o r n e r w i t h b i k e p a t h s , m o v i e t h e a t e r a n d r e s t a u r a n t s . ( B G S L Y 5 5 G R I ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 3 1

S O U T H LYON $284,960 C h a r m i n g ! Q u a l i t y c u s t o m bu i l t h o m e . M s t r s u i t e + s u n k e n m s t r b t h . P l e n t y o f q u a l i t y c a b n e t r y i n k i t w / i s l a n d . S t u d y o n l o w e r l e v e l w / f i r s t f i r l a u . 3 c a r g a r a g e . P r i c e d t o s e l k ' ( B G S L Y 7 9 C A L ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 3 1 "

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336 Cherry Cour t UNDER CONSTRUCTION S O U T H LYON $279,900 B e a u t i f u l l a k e f r o n t l i v i n g o n 2 . 3 5 a c r e s l A l m o s t t o t a l l y r e m o d e l e d in 1 9 9 7 . 2 4 0 0 s q . f t . , 3 br , 1 b a t h . O p e n f l o o r p l a n g r e a t f o r e n t e r t a i n i n g , l a r g e i s l a n d k i t chen , 1st f l o o r m a s t e r . ( B G S L Y 2 5 A Q U ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 3 1

W E S T L A N D $168,000 G r e a t V a l u e ! 3 B R r a n c h o f f e r s n e u t r a l d e c o r t /o. U p d a t e s i n c l u d e : w i n d o w s , roof , f u r n a c e , C A , H 2 0 & ki t . F i n b s m t w /ba r , s t o r a g e & p o o l t a b l e . H d w d f i r s u n d e r c a r p e t . C o v e r e d pa t io . B G P - 7 5 T e r 8 8 8 -8 7 0 - 9 1 2 7

W E S T L A N D $139,900 A w e s o m e 3br , 2 b a t h R a n c h ! W / o v e r 1 3 0 0 sq . f t . , o p e n f l o o r p l a n , v a u l t e d c e i l i n g s , n e w c e r a m i c f l o o r s & c a r p e t i n g e v e r y w h e r e , A C , g r a n i t e pa t i o , a l l a p p l i a n c e s stay, a m u s t s e e . ( B G N 1 7 W A L ) 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 -9 1 2 3

W E S T L A N D $84,900 C l e a n & N e a t 2 B d r m , 2 Fu l l B a , 1 s t F i r C o n d o W / C a r p o r t . N e w V i n y l D o o r w a l l To C o n c r e t e Pat io . K i t W / S t o v e , R e f r i g e r a t o r , M i c r o w a v e & B u i l t - i n D i s h w a s h e r . N e W e r V i n y l W i n d o w s T / O . W a l k i n g D i s t a n c e To W e s t l a n d M a l l . O E L 4 Q W O O 8 8 8 - 8 7 0 - 9 1 0 5

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$289,900 Updated t o per fect ion! 4 Bed., 2.5 Bath co lon ia l has newer roof, w i n d o w s , fu rnace , C/A, landscaping & m o r e ! Liv ing & d in ing r o o m s , fami ly r oom w / f i r ep lace , l ib ra ry & upda ted k i tchen w / new app l i ances . New carpet t h r o u g h ou t . Freshly p a i n t e d in ter ior . S w i m / t e n n i s c l ub in sub . (GR262)


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BY OWNER P l y m o u t h Can ton S c h o o l s , 1488 sq.f t , br ick ranch, 3 bed, 2 bath, remode led k i t chen / bath, m a n y upda tes . $214,900. 7 3 4 - 6 0 4 - 2 0 6 0

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COLONIAL - 1500 SQ. f t . 3 bed, 2 fu l l baths, 2 half baths, brand new f in ished basement & deck, backs t o t rees on pr i -vate dead end rd. Ford Rd. & She ldon, Can ton S c h o o l s . $ 2 1 0 , 0 0 0 , 7 3 4 - 3 7 7 - 7 9 3 9

CUSTOM BUILT RANCH 2001. 2550 sq. f t . ma in ; 2200 f in ished basei r fent . 3 bed-room, 314 bath. M u s t see. $453,000. 7 3 4 - 9 8 1 - 2 2 3 4

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BUNGALOW - 3 b e d r o o m 1 1/2 bath home that backs t o Leve lgood Park. Many updates , basemen t , garage. 5169,000. 734 -564 -9305

33167 Raphael • N/10 Mi, E/Farmington. Gorgeous 3 bed ranch, 1668 sq. ft., updated, private, $224 ,900 . Open Sun. 1 -4 /By appt. (248) 474 -9530

COMMONS LOT on th is 2 ,098 sq. f t . 4 bed . , 2.5 bath co lon ia l o f fe r ing f j l l part ial ly f i n i s h e d basemen t , newer w i n d o w s , fu rnace & c/a, ful l b r ick wal l mason f i replace, 2 car side en t ry garage, qu ick occupancy & t o n s more.

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W i t h h u g e great r o o m & master bed., addi t ion on 1.5 acresl Six bed. 's, 3 ful l baths, ceramic and hardwood in m o s t r o o m s . Gorgeous perennia ls and f ru i t t rees, new br ick paver pat io & walkway, 3 garages and 2 s h e d s on g r o u n d s . $369 ,900 ECH-65CAN

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F a r m i n g t o n H l l i s -BY OWNER C h a r m i n g 3 beri 2 5 bath co lon ia l , fami ly r o o m / f i r e -place, l ibrary, fo rmal d in ing , l iv ing room/f i rep lace, 1s t f l oo r laundry, all appl iances incl . Loca ted in C a n t e r b u r y C o m m o n s . Optional s w i m & tenn is c l ub avail. $287 ,900 . Call 2 4 8 - 6 2 6 - 5 4 8 9 f o r appt. or Open Sun. 2-5.

FARM HOUSE 100 yrs . old. 3 3 7 8 9 Marquet te . $166 ,500 . Ready to m o v e in. Call 7 3 4 - 4 2 2 - 0 7 8 6 , 2 4 8 - 9 5 2 - 0 7 8 8

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APPROX. 5000 sqft, s tunn ing French Count ry home over -look ing 5 acres on cu l -de-sac . Open f l oo r plan. Great r o o m w / s t o n e f i replace, l ibrary, 1st f i oo r master sui te, g o u r m e t k i t chen , grani te t h r o u g h o u t , d in ing room, sun r o o m , f i n -i shed w a l k - o u t l ower level . $739 ,900 . (248) 8 8 9 - 9 9 0 2

SPACIOUS 4 b e d r o o m Colonial on 1 1 / 4 acres. Ideal fJoor plan, f a m i l y r o o m w / f i r e p i a c e of f k i tchen, 1st f l oo r laundry, 2 1 /2 baths, h a r d w o o d f loors , & m u c h more . A M u s t See l $294 ,900 . 2 4 8 - 8 8 9 - 2 0 1 5

NOT FAR OFF THE BEATEN PATHI - Great locat ion comes wi th th i s neat 3 bed room, 1.5 bath ranch on n ice coun t ry sett ing. Spacious l i v ing room, convenient k i tchen w i t h large pantry, doo rwa l l o f f d in ing area to large deck. Full basement and 2.5 car a t tached garage. Hol ly Schools . $169 ,900 .

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Canton-47291 Fairlawfl Ct Pulse built in 2000,3 bdrm. 1623 sqft ranch, upgrades throughout' $264,900

Canton43964 Bannockbora Beautiful quad w/4 bdrms & 2.5 ba. Newer carpet, windows ftiraace/c.a. & roof. 5224,999

Wayne-34880 Window Beautiful home in mint cond.2.5 car gar. Double lot, newer roof & C/A. Basemen!, $117,900

Van Buren-10823. Popular Van Buren Estates 3 bdrm ranch w/vinyi floor in kitchen, steel entry doors. 132,000 •

Ypsllanti-7921 Creekbend Newer const. 4 bdrm, 2.5 ba, 2,400 sqft colonial, Formal Ir & dr, mstr ste w/garden Rib. $289,900

Ypsilanti-5857 Pine View 3bdnn2 bath sprawling ranch, 1800+ sqft. 1st fir laundry, basement, 2 car att. Garage. $264,900

WestJand-38436 Palmer Sprawling 3 bdrm ranch w/hugeLR Sc FRw/oat,-fireplace. 1+ acre, 3 car gar. 3209,900

Westland-1290 Shoemaker (condo) Storming 2 bdrm, 2ba. Condo, akyiigbts&deck; fOTentenaining,B»^s towo9ds. SlH900 .- : ^

Westland-32479 Birchwood , v f -3 bdrm, ranch w/2 M y remodeled bafts, updated t/o. newer oak kitchen, c/a, fin bsrat. $144,900

Westland-37668 B u t i e r 3bdrm rasch w/vaulted ceilings, fireplace, suite, two-tier deck, finished bsmt. $189,900

Livonia- 28505 Clarlta Newer const. Built in 2002.3 bdnfi ranch, base- -men?, 1 baft, large lot. Livonia sfchools. $144,968

Livonia- 9804 E. Clement Circle Fabulous 3 bdrm. brick ranch, loaded w/updates. Mechanics 2.5 car garage, huge lot $174,90®

Livonia-i23M Camden 1,100 square foot investor/handyman special, priced for quick sale. §109,900

Ypsilanti-510 Qaklawn Dearborn Heights- 8658) Beautifoi completely renovated 3 bdrm ranch. 3 Bdrm, Brick ranch, 1,5 batbs, new-fern, win-'- i 1 , 1 0 0 + s q f t . large master, 140 x 149 lot?S 144,900 dows, super clean,.2 car gar, Fla-roam.!$i39,90&

Ypsilanti-6400 Meadowtark Stunning 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2500 sqft Pulte Colonial. Extraordinary quality t/o. $309,900

New Bostqn-36840 N. jean Drive Eagle Estates built in 1997. 5 bedrooms, pool, deck, 3 car garage. 3,200 SQFT. 5369,900

Taylor-15664 Dnpage (condo) 2 bdrm & l.S bath condo in.privaie location. updates: windows, flooring, dishwasher, $69,900

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Inkster-29733 Grandvlew 2 bdrm ranch plenty of updates inc. roof, win-dows, carpet. Must see! $68,900

Garden City-1146 Harrison 3 bdrm brick ranch w/finished bsmt. 2 car de-tached garage. A must see ! $154,900

Garden City-32221 Alvin 3 bdrm brick beauty. Very clean! huge deck & above grad. Pool, Seller motivated. $129,909

Garden City-32271 Barton 3 bdrm, 1.5 ba. fireplace in famrm, Priced below mkt. S2.Q00. 00 paint & ef t allowance. $145.900

Detrolt-7610 Beaveriand 3 bdrm bungalow, bsmt, 1.5 car garage, | neighborhood, great price! $79,900

Detrait-5758 Ogden Solid 3 bedroom-bungalow, newer furnace & roof $78,000

Detroit-15932 Maddeleln Great rentai potential Land-contract terms. availabte;§64,9

Detroit-14389 Wexford 2 bd brick home. Land contract terms

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Detroit-6422 AubnrnSt., . ' - -Beautiful 3 bdrm bungalow, fits basement, den upstairs, garage, updated throughout! $114,900

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LOTS OF HOUSE For the m o n e y ! 1541 Sq.f t . p lus 1 5 1 9 sq. f t . f am i i y r o o m ! 3 Bed. 's 1+2 baths w / a t t a c h e d 2 car garage on pr ivate extra w ide iot . Cul -de-sac locat ion. RE/MAX 100 (248) 3 4 8 - 3 0 0 0

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JUST LISTED 2 ,198 sq. f t . 4 bed., 3 bath, 1 /1 /2 story v iny l s ided h o m e s i tuated on a 65 x 305 lot o f fe r ing huge room sizes, 2 1 /2 car garage, newer furnace & c/a, w i n d o w s , roof, k i t chen & m o s t every th ing else. CALL KEN GENTILE,

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ROOMY COLONIAL BY OWNER - Private Vi acre, large in- law quarters, S W Livonia. $214 ,900 . (734) 953-2676

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' LIVONIA SCHOOLS S. of Joy, E. of Farmington. in great area. 3 bed room br ick ranch. M e t i c u l o u s l y m a i n -ta ined. Large l iv ing room w i t h p ic ture w indow. Appl iances in b r igh t k i t chen . Basemen t , garage, $149 ,800 .

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HOT! HOT! HOT! On gorgeous "court* lo t , w / brick paver wa l k -ways & patio, 3 ,000 sq. f t . , 4 bed,, 2 ful l & 2 half bath, 2 s to r y h o m e . Fo rma l l iv ing & d in ing r o o m s . Family r o o m w / ra ised ce i l ing & f i r ep lace . Library. Remodeled k i t ch -en w / b reak fas t r o o m . Master ste. has pr ivate bath w / Euro shower & garden tub. Big laundry / u t i l i ty area. F in i shed bsmt. $434 ,900 {V I172)

D O W N T O W N In the hear t o f q u a i n t d o w n t o w n No r t hv i i l e , lovely 3 bed., 1.5 bath, 2 s to r y co lon ia l . L i v i n g r o o m ad jo ins o p e n gathering area w / d in ing room. Island ki tchen. 1s t Floor has 9' ce i l ings & c r o w n mo ld i ng . Mas te r bed. has vaul ted ce i l ing £ 2 closets. Bsmt . Garage. Many updates. $249 ,900 (H0649)

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9912 Leverne, N.W. Chicago, E. Inkster. 3 Bed: br ick ranch beauty! Fami ly room, f i replace. C/A, d in ing room, f in ished b s m t , 2 car attached garage on doub le i o t $169 ,900

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$ 1 3 8 , 9 0 0 Lovely 3 bed. , 2 ba th br ick ranch has been updated t o p e r f e c t i o n ! Updated coun t ry k i tchen, baths, r o o f , w i n d o w s , furnace, C/A, steel en t ry & s to rm doo rs & m u c h more! Finished b s m t w / g lass b lock w i n d o w s . Professional ly landscap-ed yard w / br ick paver porch & walk . ( D 0 2 5 0 )

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Great s ta r te r h o m e ! Adorab le 2 bed. r anch has it a l l ! Upda ted k i tchen, r e f i n i s h e d hardwood f l oo rs & f r esh paint t h r u - o u t . N e w e r roof, w i n d o w s , e lectr ica l & more ! Bsmt . VA & FHA welcome. (NE194)

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AOAMS & SILVERBELL 3"bed, 2.5 bath bi- level. 2 car garage. A/C. $245,000. 2 4 8 - 4 7 5 - 1 8 1 1

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OPEN SUN. 1-4 20205 Melrose. N. E ight Mi le , W. Evergreen. Over 1400 sq. f t . b u n g a l o w , 3 b e d . ' s , f a m i i y room-, d i n i n g r o o m , 2 car a t tached Garage & w o r k s h o p w / 1 / 2 acre yard ! $149 ,900

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M o v e in c o n d i t i o n ! 1 9 8 7 co lo -nial, 1 9 8 0 sq. f t . , 3 bed, 2.5 bath, f a m i l y r o o m , f i n i shed bsmt . , w /o f f i ce . rec. r o o m , fu l l bath, op t iona l 4 t h bed, 1st f l o o r l aund ry . $ 0 d o w n . $214 ,500 Open Sundays 2 -4 .

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Nice 2 bed. ranch w / spac ious k i tchen. Lo ts of updates. Don ' t wai t . $74 ,900

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SHARP 3 BEDROOM Br ick r anch w / fan tas t i c f i n i s h e d b s m t ! H a r d w o o d f loors , bay w i n d o w , C/A, newer roof, pat io and coun t r y sized k i tchen w i t h all appl iances.

Only $136 ,600 CHRIS PETERSON

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WARREN & HIX AREA 2/3 Bed, 1 bath, 3.5 c garage, on 1/2 acre, in area of new homes. $139 ,900 . (734) 266-1874

WESTLAND IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY Lovely 3 bed, 2 bath br ick ranch w / f i n i shed bsmt , upda ted k i tchen, bath w / c e r a m i c t i le. Newer roof , w i n d o w s , furnace, C/A. A l l appl iances stay. $135 ,000 . (KA592JF)

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ONCE YOU FIND IT...you w i l l love th is wel l planned newer ranch o n qu ie t c u l - d e - s a c set t ing ! Home features a 3 b e d r o o m , 2 .5 baths , g rea t r oom w i t h f i replace, doorwa l l o f f eat ing area to deck, wel l p lanned k i tchen, den, 1st f loor laundry, fu l l basement and 2 car a t tached garage! Tyrone Twp. , L i v i ngs ton County , L inden Schoo ls . $239 ,900 . DON'T CHANGE A THING! -Spot less br ick ranch on 2.72 acres of beaut i fu l p roper ty ! H o m e has open f l oo r p lan w i th 1800 sq. f t . , doo rwa l l f r o m ea t ing area t o newer deck, large brick f i replace in fami ly r o o m , newer k i tchen, 3 bed rooms , 2.5 baths & wel l mainta ined! Plus a 30x42 pole barn a n d 2 car a t tached garage. Tyrone Twp., Fenton Schoo ls . $279,900. PEACEFUL 4.38 ACRE SETTING...surrounds t h i s lovely 5 b e d r o o m 3 bath b u i l d e r ' s h o m e ! H o m e features a huge great r oom w i i h soar ing cei l ings and the beaut i fu! f i replace for those coo ! fa i l n ights , d r e a m k i tchen, pr ivate master sui te, f in ished wa lkout lower level & 3 car garage! Plus many other qua l i t y fea tu res ! Tyrone T o w n s h i p , Fenton S c h o o l s . $495 ,000 .


WHY BUY NEW? Quiet coun t r y lane leads to f l aw less 3 b e d r o o m , 2.5 bath 3 year old colonial nes-t led on 2 wooded acres. Huge k i tchen, dayl ight base-ment , garage and Hart land Schools . $269,900.

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STUNNING COLONIAL w i t h 3 bed rooms , 2Vz baths, 2 s to r y foyer , f o r m a t d i n i ng and g o u r m e t ki tchen. Ha rdwood f loors , new ly stained deck & beau t i f u l l y landscaped. 5 3 2 6 , 0 0 0 (13AN)

RANCH CONDO w i th 2 bed-r o o m s & 2 fu l l ba ths . Cathedral cei i ings th ruou t . 1st f loor laundry, great r oom w i t h sky l igh ts & f ireplace. Finished basement & 2 car garage. Nice deck! $234,900 (35AN).

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SOUTHFIELD We i l cared f o r h igh rise un i t w / 2 Ig. bed. 's , 2 fu l l b a t h s & b a l c o n y t h a t ex tends the length of the c o n d o . Spac ious l i v ing r o o m , f o r m a l d i n i n g r o o m & u p g r a d e d k i tchen. Great secur i ty . 2 Park ing spaces. Pool & tenn is cour t in complex . $190 ,000 (PR158)

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LIVONiA Lovely Laurel Park end un i t ranch condo ! 2 bed rooms , 3 f u l l ba ths , f o r m a l d i n i n g r o o m , a t tached ga rage , cen t ra l air, all appl iances stay, 1s t f l oo r l aund ry p lus f u i i basement . Hur ry ! $204 ,900 .

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NORTHVILLE BY OWNER Coun t r y Club Vi l lage. 3 bed-r o o m s , GC-Pond . L i v i ng & d in i ng rooms, l ibrary, 2 fu l l + 2 1/2 baths, 1st f loor laundry, f i n i shed bsmt , 2 decks, n e w w i n d o w s , many extras. A p p t on ly $339,500. 7 3 4 - 4 2 0 - 3 0 1 3

NORTHVILLE End uni t ranch condo . Here are just a few of t h e features Original o w n e r s . 2 master bedrooms, Jacuzzi tub. 3.5 baths, f in ished base-ment , Corian counter tops in comp le te ly remodeled k i tchen, ail appl iances stay, 2.5 garage, cozy f i replace and a lot more. Wi l l no t last i ong at $322 ,000 . A s k f o r Lynda, Remer i ca Lakes Realty (810) 2 3 1 - 1 6 0 0

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NORTHVILLE. RANCH, 2 br., 3 f u l l baths. Finished base-m e n t Immaculate. $ 2 5 9 , 9 0 0 (248 )349 -2809

NOVI Immediate Occupancy

Jus t unpack & m o v e into th i s 1,050 sq.ft . , 2 bed., 1.5 bath condo w / b s m t & garage. L iv ing r o o m w / 2 s to ry f ireplace. Din ing r o o m w / bay w i n d o w . Updated ki tchen. Master bed. loft w / w a l k in c l o s e t Neutral decor. Deck. Poo! & tenn is in c o m p l e x . $156 ,000 ( P 0 2 2 3 )

Century 2 1 Today ( 7 3 4 ) 4 6 2 - 9 8 0 0

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PLYMOUTH - 5 5 & OVER 1 b e d r o o m condo , al! app l i -ances, air cond i t ioned. L o w main tenance fee. New carpet -ing & appl iances. Pr iced t o sell, $74 ,900 . 7 3 4 - 4 5 9 - 2 6 2 9

PLYMOUTH B r a d b u r y c o m -plex, 2 Bed., cus tom oak cab-ine ts , Berber ca rpe t i ng , a l l new w i n d o w s w i th in last 5 y rs . , 2 fu l l ba ths , f i n i shed bsmt . , Motor ized chair l i f t f o r easy access between bsmt . & f i r s t f loor . She l ter c a r p o r t . $145 ,000 . (734) 327 -3654

SOUTH LYON Co-Op 55+ Community

Ready for immedia te o c c u -pancy. Al l k i tchen appl iances, 5 ce i l ing fans, 2 bedroom, 2 Bath, f in ished basement , 1 car a t tached garage, lake p r i v i -l eges , p lanned ac t i v i t i es , p icn ic area. $129 ,900 .

734 -525 -9600 Century 21 Har t ford Nor th

WESTLAND Fabulous 2 bed., 2 bath condo , vaul ted cei l ings, f i replace in l i v ing room, part ial ly f in ished bsmt , attached 2 car garage, qu ick occupancy. $183 ,900

CENTURY 21 CASTELU (734) 525-7900

Serv ing the area for 29 y rs

$0 DOWN- Save up t o $ 3 0 , 0 0 0 on a newer bank repo. M u s t pay sales tax. D iscount H o m e s 866 -251 -1670

Gorgeous !

3 bedroom, 2 bath, shed,

$37,777. A m u s t see!

L . V . H . , 2 4 8 - 4 7 4 - 8 5 0 0

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2 BD, 2BA, al! deluxe appliances incl.

washer/dryer, large covered deck, wel l landscaped lot, rflint condit ion. $22,200

BRAND NEW SKYLINE Over 1 4 0 0 s q f t , 3BR, 2BA, all

deluxe 6E Appliances, fire-place, skylights, door wall,

washer/dryer, premium site. Only 2 left. $59,800

SKYLINE 3BR, 2BA, all deluxe appli-ances, washer/dryer, sepa-

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Others pr iced f r o m $ 9 , 5 0 0 to $ 6 0 , 0 0 0

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HIGHLAND HILLS ESTATES

• on Seeley Rd. N. of Grand River

bet. Meadowbrook & Haggerty Rds.

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NOVI MEADOWS on Napisr Rd 1 mi le wes t o f W i x o m Rd.,

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COMMERCE MEADOWS on Wixom Rd., 4 miles N. of 1-96

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SHERWOOD VILLAGE Wayne-Westland Schools

on the southeast comer of

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(734)397-7774

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(734) 782-9300

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CANTON - $ 1 5 , 0 0 0 E. Haggerty, S. M ich igan Ave.

^ BEN DENNY W , 734-453-8700

CROSSROADS

C A N T O N $ 1 5 , 0 0 0 E. Haggerty, S. M ich igan Ave.

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PERFECT FOR CAMP SITE Need t o M o v e . 2 bedroom, 1 f u l l bath, 12 x 60 . $3000.

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LAKERONT CONDO Immediate Occupancy

Updated 1 bed, 1.5 bath lo f t c o n d o w /boa ts l i p on all s p o r t s Ford Lake. A p p l i a n c e s stay. 2 Carpor ts . Poo l & tenn is in comp lex . $155 ,000 ,

J A S O N FOUNTAIN ( 2 4 8 ) 8 1 9 - 0 1 8 0 Century 21 Today

2 8 5 4 4 Orchard Lake Rd. Fa rm ing ton Hil ls

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E. GRAND TRAVERSE BAY B e a u t i f u l ' 2 bed, 2 .5 ba th c o n d o w i t h bay view. Lease w i t h op t ion o r land con t rac t . ' $ 2 4 9 , 0 0 0 . $ 2 5 k d o w n , : $ 1 2 0 0 / m o n t h . 2 4 8 - 9 3 1 - 7 2 2 3 ,

GAYLORO AREA -New in 1998, 1800 sq. f t . c u s - -to rn ranch , o n 10 w o o d e d acres w i t h lake access. 3 . b e d - ! r o o m . 2 baths , 2x6 c o n s t r u c - -t ion w / f i n i shed bsmt , 28x28 f i n i s h e d h e a t e d garage, $240 ,000 . 2 3 1 - 5 4 6 - 6 5 3 2 ;

RECREATIONAL : ACREAGE $23,900! :

20 lakes are w i t h i n 3 mi les o f ' t h i s w o o d e d acreage. C lose ; to state land & s n o w m o b i l e ; t ra i l . Camp ing a l lowed. G u a r -anteed bu i ldab le w/ . e lec t r i c . • Loon Lake Realty, 8am-8pm dally;

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Located on a sec luded cut -de-sac. Many t rees, in area of $ 5 0 0 , 0 0 0 + h o m e s , $224 ,900 (57CRE)

CENTURY 2 1 ROW ,

( 7 3 4 ) 4 6 4 - 7 1 1 1 , - "

CANTON: By Owner. ' Bu i ldab le io t . 1.13 acres. $ 9 9 , 9 0 0 . ( 734 ) 7 8 8 - 2 9 6 7 ,

FARMINGTON HILLS Lot f o r * sale. 9 & Halsted. 1 of a" k i nd . J u s t u n d e r 1 acre.^ Bu i l d y o u r d r e a m h o m e ; , $229 ,900 . ( 2 4 8 ) 4 7 1 - 2 8 0 1 «

HIGHLAND-WHITE LAKEr A R E A - 1 0 acres, parcels f r o m ' $ 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 - 4 0 ac res , h e a v i l y ' w o o d e d , $ 5 5 0 , 0 0 0 - 4 0 ac res , w / p r l v a t a take s ing le build!1

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8 9 1 - 7 4 7 0 , 2 4 8 - 6 1 3 - 6 5 1 5 . ' 1

HOMEOWNERS BEEN TURNED DOWN? REFI-NANCE L O W AS 2 . 9 5 % (APR : 5 . 8 5 % ) BAD CREDIT LOANS, ALSO AVAILABLE. BK'S AND DEFAULTS OK. DEBT CON-SOLIDATION. HOME" IMPROVEMENT. CALL N O W 1 - 8 0 0 - 4 5 4 - 0 5 8 1

HOMEOWNERS! L i m i t e d of fer - 2 . 9 5 % Loan rate. I believe y o u w i l i f i nd th is the' l owes t rate ava i lab le a n y -w h e r e . L i m i t e d of fer . Nat ionwide Lender . Any cred-it. 1 - 8 8 8 - 5 9 6 - 3 3 2 8

MORTGAGE RATE OVER 2%? Have I go t a deal f o r you !

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K n o l l w o o d M e m o r i a l Park Cemen te ry p lo t f o r sale. Canton $900 . 8 7 0 - 6 5 9 - 2 7 2 0

B I R M I N G H A M D o w n t o w n P r i m e reta i l / s h o w r o o m space. On-s i te park ing . For info cal l : Sanbreen Co.,

2 4 8 - 6 4 7 - 3 2 5 0 > f

PLYMOUTH- 1200 sq. f t . , retail space on A n n A rbo r Rd. , just W/Li l ley. Good v is ib i l i ty , over-head door. $ 2 2 0 0 / m o . net. . #235523 . Call f o r m o r e info.

kbs ipos@cc im.ne t Bela Sipos, 7 3 4 - 7 4 7 - 7 8 8 8 ,

eves 7 3 4 - 6 6 9 - 5 8 1 3 . Reinhart Commerc ia l

2 0 0 0 SQ. FT. l oca ted in West land on Wayne Rd just N/Cherry Hill. Call

7 3 4 - 5 9 5 - 7 7 2 7 f o r m o r e info.

AMERICENTERS - Furnished, W i n d o w e d Offices - Conference R o o m s - High-S&eed Internet Access Troy, Livonia, B loomf ie ld Hiils, Southf ie ld. 734 -462 -1313

EXPRESSWAY EXPOSURE

M o n t h - t o - m o n t h Avai l . 168 to 2 7 0 0 sq. f t . 1-275 x -way .

JA Bloch & Co/Gach Realty (248) 5 5 9 - 7 4 3 0

FARMINGTON D O W N T O W N Excel lent s ing le o f f i c e w i t h gorgeous v iew. L o w rent , ut i l -ities inc luded. 2 4 8 - 4 7 6 - 2 0 5 0

FARMINGTON H ILLS Midd iebe l t /14 Mi le Rd. Suite of 5 of f ices approx imate ly 1,200 sq. f t . Terms negot iabe, gross . Ely or Kris @ 248 -626 -3800 . Emai i :e tama@tamabudaj .com

FARMINGTON HILLS Off ice Space Avai lable

860 sq. f t . & up Several Locat ions

Great Rates CERTIFIED REALTY, INC.

{ 2 4 8 ) 4 7 1 - 7 1 0 0

FARMINGTON OFFICE space avai l a p p r o x 3 0 0 sq . f t . $ 4 5 0 / m o i nc l udes u t i l i t i es . (248) 5 3 9 - 3 3 4 4

NORTHVILLE d o w n t o w n Class A of f ice space. 2 0 0 0 sq. f t . in medica l o f f ice bu i ld ing . $4000 /mo . (248 ) 9 2 1 - 7 1 6 1

Nor thv i i l e : Profess ional of f ice sgace in p r i m e d o w n t o w n locat ion. Severa l f u r n i s h e d off ices avai lable f r o m $ 8 0 0 -$1200 / mon th . Off ices include recep t ion area, c o n f e r e n c e room, cop ier / fax area, k i tchen and all ut i l i t ies (except tele-phone). Ideal tenant is a pro-fessional w i t h a low vo lume traf f ic cl ientele. Brian:

(248) 465 -0300 , ext. 230

PLYMOUTH D O W N T O W N 525 sq. f t . su i te & 1 ,430

sq. f t . sui te. Amp ie parking. Call 734 4 5 5 - 7 3 7 3 f o r info

REDFORD TWP. Off ice Space

, 4 0 0 - 5 0 0 sq. f t . Beaut i ful ly redecorated.

Private entry & ba th room. Includes all ut i l i t ies.

CERTIFIED REALTY INC. (248 ) 4 7 1 - 7 1 0 0

" • W E S T L A N D P L A Z A " * Spac ious 1 & 2 Bed Ap ts

Qua l i t y L i v i n g Cai l f o r Cur ren t S p e c i a l s

M o n - F r i , 9 - 5 ; S a t , 11 -3 (734 ) 4 2 7 - 1 9 9 7

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O n Pont iac Trai l ,

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SHORT TERM LEASES

AVAILABLE! i EHO

R e a l K s l a t

F o r L e a s e

4010 Apartments/furnished

4020

4030

4040

4050 Homes For Rent

4060 Lakefront/Waterfront

Homes Rental

4080 Mobile Homes Rentals

4090 Southern Rentals

4100 Time Share Rentals

4110 Vacation ResortfRentals

4120 Living Quarters To Share

4140 Rooms For Rent

4200. Kails/Buildings

4210. Residence To Exchange

4230. Commercial/Industrial

4300. Garage/Mini Storage

4480. .Wanted To Rent

4410. Wanted To Rent

Resort Property

4580. Furniture Rental

4560. Rental Agency

4570. Property Management

4580 Lease/Option To Buy

4580. House Sitting Service *

4620. Home Health Care

.To Rent

1 - 8 0 0 - 5 7 9 - S E L L

A u b u r n H i i l s 1 & 2 b e d r o o m t o w n h o u s e s available. Based on househo ld size & income. S ta r t ing at $472 .To list s o m e ammen i t ies . Private entrance, fu l l b s m t . , d ishwasher , c/a, daycare center . Coun t r ys ide Townhouses (248) 3 7 3 - 8 3 5 9

B i r m i n g h a m - 1 bedroom apt. Quiet set t ing. Concrete con-s t ruc t ion . ideal fo r profes-s iona l . Close to d o w n t o w n . Carport . No pets . Free rent incent ive avai l . 248 -358 -1147

BIRMINGHAM 1 MONTH FREE

To Qual i f ied App l icants S tud ios and 1 & 2 bed rooms avai lable in t o w n B i r m i n g h a m at t he 555 Bu i ld ing.

Call Mar i 2 4 8 - 6 4 5 - 1 1 9 1

B I R M I N G H A M CONDO' Comple te ly r e d o n e , . c h a r m i n g 1 bed room, h a r d w o o d f loors , g o r g e o u s ba th , 1 s t f l o o r cour tya rd v iew. $750 .

(248) 6 4 4 - 7 2 7 2

E a r n e x t r a $ $

a d v e r t i s e w i t h O & E

1 - 8 0 0 - 5 7 9 - S E L L

B I R M I N G H A M ETON SQUARE-. Featur ing o u r 2 b e d r o o m t o w n h o m e w i t h retro f l oo r p lan, open sta i r -case, cozy w o o d b u r n i n g f i re -place, fu l l basement , pr ivate pat io, A m u s t see! Ask f o r A m y at 2 4 8 - 6 4 4 - 1 3 0 0

B I R M I N G H A M ONE STOP SHOPPING

1 7 7 0 A G r a n t - L i n c o l n / W o o d w a r d area. Cozy s tud io w i t h k i t chene t te , wa l k in c loset , o f f - w h i t e Berber carpet, yard. $585 (o r less) INCLUDES HEAT.

M a p l e R o a d Townes - Maple at Co lumbia (east o f Eton). Waik t o d o w n t o w n f r o m th i s cha rm ing & updated 1 bed ap ts . ( $ 7 2 5 ) , 1 bed t o w n -houses ( $ 8 3 0 ) o r 2 bed t ownhouses ($880) .

437 E. 1 4 M i l e - near Pierce. Fully updated 2 bed/1 bath t ownhouse features ail wh i te k i tchen w i t h h a r d w o o d - i o o k f loor ing , fu l l basement , deck, & one car garage wi th opener. Only $975 . 1 7 2 4 G r a n t - L i nco ln & W o o d w a r d a rea : 2 bed /1 .5 bath t o w n h o m e fea tu res s p a c i o u s r o o m s w i t h n ice c losets, pr ivate yard, carpor t . $ 1 1 2 0 INCLUDES HEAT!

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Call The Beneicke Group weekdays at

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S T A R T I N G A T $ 5 8 5 ( 7 3 4 ) 9 8 1 - 1 2 1 7

C L A W S O N / T R O Y AREA Cent ra l air, laundry faci l i t ies, i m m e d i a t e Occupancy. Lo f t -l ike w i t h pr ivate entrance.

248 884 2 2 7 0

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A T R I U M P H O F S T Y L E From $ 6 0 0

( 7 3 4 ) 6 9 7 - 0 1 0 0 Club facilities, pools, tennis courts,

balconies, large in-unit storage, t M f l i r K ) Q € vertical blinds, dishwashers.

microwave ovens, exceptional GRACIOUS architecture and landscaping SURROUNDINGS AN APARTMENT From $580 TRILOGY BY ( 7 3 4 ) 6 9 7 - 4 3 4 3

Lighthouse Pointe

DARE YOU TO COMPARE From $ 5 7 5

( 7 3 4 ) 6 9 9 - 3 5 5 5

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Fa rm ing ton Grand River -Midd lebe l t

Great Locat ion Near Bo ts fo rd Hospi ta l ,

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Vert ical b l inds , carpet ing,

Hotpoint appl iances, secur i ty sys tem,

s torage w i th in apt .

(Enter on Tulane, 1 block W. of Midd lebe l t ,

, S. s ide of Grand River) Model Open Dai ly 1 - 6

Except Wednesday

248-471-5020 586-775-8206

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Spacious Apa r tmen t s Apar tments w / D e n s Avai l .

Attached Garages Avai l . Indoor S w i m m i n g Pool Renovated Apa r tmen t s

Avai l . Lots of Closet Space Huge Storage Gages

(866) 266-9238

Located on Grand River b twn Drake and Halstead Open M o n 9 -7 , Tues-Fri 9-6, Sat 10 -4 , Sun 11 -4 w w w . c m i p r o p e r t l e s . n e t

"Soma Restrictions. On Select Apts.

Call for details.

F a r m i n g t o n H i l l s B e s t A p a r t m e n t V a l u e

TIMBERIDGE APARTMENTS.

(N. on Tuck Rd. o f f 8 Mi le between Midd lebe l t &

Orchard Lake Rd.. corner of Fo lsom)

DELUXE ONE AND TWO BEDROOM UNITS

FROM $ 6 2 5 LIMITED SPECIAL

Includes appl iances, vert ical b l inds, carpet ing, pool ,

opt ional ca rpo r t s

Model Open Dai ly 9 - 5

Rental Off ice: 248-478-1487 Home Off ice: 5 8 6 - 7 7 5 - 8 2 0 6

FARMiNGTON HILLS MAPLE RIOGE APTS. CALL FOR SPECIALS!

23078 Midd lebe l t . Spac ious 1 bedroom. Cental air, carpor t available. $560 .

2 4 8 - 4 7 3 - 5 1 8 0

Farmington Hi i ls

SUPER LOCATION Grand River /Orchard Lake

ST0NERID6E MANOR APARTMENTS

Enter off Freedom Road, W. of Orchard Lake Road,

South of Grand River

Deluxe 1 Bedroom sub-level

From $550/Mo. inc ludes: Carpet ing,

vert ical b l i nds , ' ' deluxe appl iances

Mon. - Fri. 9 -4 , Sat. /Sun. by a p p o i n t m e n t Rental Office: 248/476-1437 Horns Office: 596/775-8206

FARMINGTON H ILLS FREEDOM VILLAGE APTS. 1/2 off 1s t m o n t h ' s r e n t !

(Select uni ts on ly ) . Spac ious 1 bedrooms. Washe r / d ryer in unit. Water & ca rpor t inc lud-ed. New carpet, C/A, no pets. $565-$585 . (586) 254 -9511

Farming ton Hi l ls

WALNUT CREEK Large 1 B e d r o o m

0 Secur i t y Deposit w /c red i t approva l

STARTING AT $ 4 8 5 / M o . M U S T SEE!

Ca l l : ( 248 ) 9 6 1 - 2 7 5 3

FARMINGTON HILLS- 1 bed-r o o m , great locat ion. Close t o d o w n t o w n . N e w w i n d o w s . $ 6 5 0 / m o . + sec. 248 -682 -6225

F A R M I N G T O N H I L L S : Heat Inc luded! 1 b e d r o o m $505 . App l i ances , ca rpe t i ng . 9 Mi le /Midd lebe l t 2 4 8 - 4 7 8 - 7 4 8 9

FARMINGTON MANOR APTS. Deluxe s tud io & 1 bedroom, carpor t . 1ST 3 MONTH'S RENT 5 0 % OFF! ( W i t h app roved credi t ) . 248 -888 -0868

FARMINGTON PLAZA APTS. Deluxe 1 and 2 bed rooms , s t a r t i n g at $ 5 0 0 - u p . Heat i nc l uded , wa te r , poo l . A s k abou t o u r specia l !

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LAKE ORION Safe, quiet, qua in t 2nd s to ry 1 bed w / gas f i replace, w a s h -er /dryer , garage w / remote, ac ross st reet f r o m lake w / access, cats OK, 7 mi les N. of Great Lakes Ma l l / l -75 , non-smoker , avai l . March , $ 6 5 0 Includes heat 2 4 8 - 4 0 8 - 4 3 5 8

L IVONIA Minu tes f r o m I - 9 6 ! 1 & 2 bed-rooms . Up t o 1 M o n t h Free! Covered pa rk i ng , pets we l -c o m e , ex t ra s to rage, 24-hr . f i tness center, poo l .

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LIVONIA - 5 M i l e / M i d d l e b e l t 2 b e d r o o m - 1 0 5 0 sq. f t . , p r i -vate entry. Washer /d ryer hook -up, ba lcony/pat io , central air / heat. $ 7 1 5 / m o . 248 -521 -1978

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P L Y M O U T H - 2 bed, pool , car -por t , great locat ion. Ut i l i t ies inc l . No dogs . 1st mo. f ree. $ 7 9 5 / m o . 7 3 4 - 7 5 1 - 2 5 2 5

PLYMOUTH 1 & 2 inc l heat. W in te r specials s tar t at $ 5 5 5 - $ 6 7 5 . Laundry fac i l i -t ies . (248) 4 4 6 - 2 0 2 1

PLYMOUTH D o w n t o w n , qu ie t c o m p l e x , 1 bed, c /a, s to rage, c a r p o r t , l a u n d r y fac i l i t i es , wa i k - i n c loset . $ 5 7 5 / m o . 2 3 1 - 2 2 3 - 7 2 2 0 , 2 3 1 - 6 4 5 - 7 2 2 2

PLYMOUTH DUPLEX. R e d o n e 2 b e d r o o m , a p p l i -a n c e s , l aundry . $ 7 0 0 / m o . -t-ut i l i t ies & d e p o s i t . Ready now. No pets. (734) 4 5 9 - 0 8 5 4

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PLYMOUTH, D O W N T O W N Except ional ly beaut i fu l 2 bed apt, decks all a round , tota l ly remode led w / i n pas t 5 y rs . , washer /d rye r avai l . Plenty of pa r k i ng . $ 8 3 5 / m o . i nc l udes heat/gas ut i l i t ies.

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PLYMOUTH- Spac ious 1 bed A p t . ( 1 3 x 1 8 l i v i n g r o o m ) . Heat & w a t e r i nc l uded , a l l appl iances. $ 6 l O / m o . Avai l . N o w ! 1 yr. lease. N o n - s m o k -ing. 7 3 4 - 4 5 3 - 0 8 8 5

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R o c h e s t e r Near d o w n t o w n . 850 sq. f t . , 1 bed, no pets, $ 6 2 0 inc ludes heat, water, & appl iances. 2 4 8 - 6 5 1 - 8 0 9 0

ROYAL OAK - Between 12 & 13 Mi le, o f f Cool idge, 1 bed-r o o m apt., newly redecorated, carpet . $ 5 4 0 / m o . Heat & water inc luded.

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ROYAL OAK Large 1 bed, new carpet , paint . Laund ry r o o m , carpor t , heat & wa te r inc lud-ed. $ 5 7 5 / m o . p lus secur i t y & depos i t . 7 3 4 - 8 1 2 - 6 5 4 0

S.LYON - T h e M e a d o w s . 2 s to r y condo sty le apts. Pets we l come . Pr ivate entrances. 2 -3 b e d r o o m f r o m $ 7 5 0 / m o .

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WAYNE: Large 1 bed, a/c, car -pet, a l l app l iances , wa lk in c loset , cab le . In c lean secure-b l d g . $ 5 3 5 / m o . 1 M O N T H FREE RENT 7 3 4 - 4 5 5 - 8 6 0 5

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G R E E N O A K S A Little Bit of Country Lg 4 bdrm, 2 bath raised ranch w /2 c att gar, wstk-out lower level, 2 fireplaces w/raised hearths, newer win-dows, ceramic tlte in foyer, kit & bath, doorwall f rom master & din rm to 45x16 deck.

( C 5 1 S 0 M ) 734-455-5600 $190,000

G R O S S E ILE In A Choice Neighborhood 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath rambling brick ranch w/2 car attached garage, basement, formal dining room, library w/bay window, vaulted celling in GR w/fireplace, 1st floor laundry, oak kitchen w/appls + 4 season sunroom. (C36LAS) 734-455-5600 8499,885

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C A N T O N M o v e Right In! Sharp 3 bdrm, 2 Oath brick ranch w/2 c att gar, bsmt, great rm w/gas log frplc, spr inkler system, profession-ally landscaped yard, large oa"k kitchen w/plenty of counter space.

(C63STR) 734 -455 -5600 $219 ,850

LYON Ail Sports L Ranch co-op adult 55+ w/2 BR, 2 BA w/gar, ful l prof f in w / o bsmt. Lg LR, for DR, sunroom & patio w/woodsy views Great comm w/clubhouse, beach & lake privs. Move-in cond & serene sett ing. Priced low to sell quick (E16CAM) 248-349-5600 $137,900

R O M U L U S Golf Course H o m e 18th fa i rway go rgeous co lon ia l 2 s to ry foyer, open f loor plan, l ibrary & GR. Huge master w / w h i r l p o o l tub. B r id design. Many updates. Add i t iona l homes avai lable in this sub.

(E64GAT) 248 -349 -5600 $264 ,900

L IVONIA Clean & N e a t Huge lot, fenced yard, big kitchen, beautiful hardwood f loor ing, basement w/dry bar, extra parking space. Home warranty.

(C20SAI) 734 -455 -5600 $155,000

W E S T L A N D Aii the Livonia schools. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, newer kit, ceramic baths, furn, AC, doors, windows, gar/opener, roof (tear-off) incl gar: Brick paver patio/porch & Indscpd 2003. Fin bsmt w/rec rm & 4th bdrm. (C06GIL) 734-455-5600 $176,900

Desi rable Area Ranch Located on 1.5 lots w/4 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached garage, finished basement, 2 fireplaces 7 updated win-dows, roof, furnace, CA, electric, H20, carpet & garage door.

(C23DAC) 734 -455 -5600 $319 ,900

WEST BLOOMFIELD ' Lake Living At Its Best 3 BR 3 BA 2-story home in a quiet bay location on Walnut Lake Spacious master suite w/his & hers baths & WIC GR w/Travertine marble fireplace and great view

.of lake Whi te k i tchen and sun- f i l led brkfst rm. ( E 8 5 C 0 M ) 248-349-5600 $899,000

S O U T H LYON Custom Built Hurry, st i l l t ime to make select ions 4 spac ious BR's . 3 ful l and 2 half baths 3+ side en t ry garage. Golf course c o m m u n i t y Walk out lower level Corner lot in grea" ne ighborhood . Bui lder uses only top qual i ty mater ia ls . (E01GRE) 248 -349 -5600 $504 ,900

C A N f O N Beautifully Mainta ined Cape cod backing to woods & golf course offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 3+ car attached garage, base-ment, private patio, 1st fioor master suite w/his & her WIC, great room w/gas fireplace & cathedral ceiling.

(AC36GLE) 734 -455 -5600 $320,000

PLYMOUTH W< Lakepointe ranch, 3 bdr,. 2 bath. Fin bsmt, 2.5 car gar, newer roof, carpet, furnace, AC, windows. Updated ceramic baths & kit overlook din/iiv room w/bay win-dow. Priv fenced yard. Spotless & ready to move in! (C21GRE) 734-455-5600 $205,900

W E S T L A N D 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home w/fami ly room, partially fin-ished basement, CA, 2 car garage, newer windows, big i l i aa ic i u o u i w m , sot - I l l i m ^ h o i i , g p n n w i s» m o , * .

(C54FRA) 734 -455 -5600 $164 ,900

WESTLAND Ranch Condo on Quiet Court 2 BR, 2 BA with 2 car garage and full basement. First f loor laundry, reutral carpet & walls. Ceramic tile in foyer & vaulted great room ceiling. Eating area in kitchen w/white cabs. Walk-in closet and deck. (E92CON) 248-349-5600 $174 ,900

YPSILANTI Cute Ranch Great 3 BR. 1 BA h o m e tor f i rs t t ime buyers or investors Newer w i n d o w s , roof & HWH. Remode led k i tchen w/oak cab ine ts and an updated bath. Br ick paver pat io in backyard. H o m e war ran ty inc luded. (E41GR0) 2 4 8 - 3 4 9 - 5 6 0 0 $105 ,000

S O U T H G A T E A P e r f e c t I O ! 4 bdrm cape cod w/2.5 baths, 2 c att gar, bsmt w/glass blks, mstr bdrm w/full bath & Jacuzzi tub, great rm w/fireplace, dining room, cedar deck, brick paver walk-way, CA, sprinklers. Gorgeous, gorgeous throughout!

( C 2 5 M O R ) 734 -455 -5600 $259,500

i E T R O l T Great Stunning 2 bdrm, 1 bath brick ranch w/full bsmt, gar w/elec & newer door. Hdwd firs, Wallside windows t/o. Replaced within last few years. Updated kit w/vlews of Ig back yard. Conveniently located near freeways.

(C11APP) 734-455-5600 $79,900

Boasts 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, cathedral ceilings, hard-wood foyer, oak island, 2-way fireplace, basement & 3 car attached garage. A wonderfu l find. You must seel

(C84DEE) 734 -455 -5600 $499 ,900

S O U T H LYON Golf Communi ty Stunning 4 BR, 2+ 2 BA cape cod w/golf view in front and nature preserve in back. First f loor master. Lg gour-met kit. 2 story great room w/gas fireplace. Finished walkout bsmt w/loads of storage. South Lyon Schls. (EOOCOU) 248-349-5600 $579,900

P L Y M O U T H Mint C o n d o Pr ime 3 BR. 2.5 BA end unit that backs to pr ivate w o o d s Fin LL. per fect f o r teenager or in - law quar ters . Newer che f ' s kit w /a l i appl iances. FFL Private deck area All newer c rp t . s o m e hdwd f i rs Double d o o r w a l l s (E77HID) 2 4 8 - 3 4 9 - 5 6 0 0 $389 ,900

C A N T O N What A Buy! 3 b e d r o o m , 1.5 bath co lonia l w / la rge cozy fami ly r oom w/ f i rep lace, doo rwa l l to deck & pool , part ia l ly f h i sned basement . 2 car attached garage,

( C 4 5 M O R ) 734 -455 -5600 $211,900

TROY Candidate for Architectural Digest 4 bd rm , 5 bath cust bit ranch w/over 5 0 0 0 sq. ft, w /spa -c ious grea! room w/cath cei l ing, g o u r m e t kit w /hexagon brkfs t rm, ful ly equipped kit in L L + bd rm & off ice, Hobbyist o r co l lectors gar + 3 c att gar (C32ADA) 734-455-5600 $693,000

LIVONIA Excellent M o v e In Great locat io w / s u n k e n l i v ing r o o m w / d o o r w a l i to screened balcony, d in ing r o o m & large master suite. Updated furnace, CA & not wa te r heater. Semi-pr iva te basement & carpor t .

(C63MID) 734 -455 -5600 $86,900

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VAN B u R E i T ' T e S c f f f i e K S a f Approx 14.5 acres offering 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, ranch W/2.5 C att gar, pole barn, Tots of closet space, beauti-fully t i led foyer. All this built in 2001. Custom kitchen & cabinets. A walk to Belleville Lake. Great location. (C65MAR) 734 -455 -5600 $299,900

D E A R B O R N HGTS. Cozy Bungalow 3 bedroom bungalow presents hardwood floors, fin-ished basement, lots of storage, CA, newer furnace & hot water heater. Sellers motivated!

(C19HAZ) 734-455-5600 $149,900

F A R M I N G T O N HlLLS Ready For You 2 BR, 2 BA, garden level condo w/newer HWH, kitchen & DR flooring. Lots of storage and in-unit laundry. All appliances Including washer & dryer. Freshly painted & 6 panel doors. Carport located just outside your door. (E70TWE) 248 -349 -5600 $110 ,000

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W E S T L A N D Spacious 3 B e d r o o m Home Newer vinyl windows & doorwan, 1.5 oatns, z.a car garage, updated furnace & CA, newer siding, gutters & carpet. Great walkout to brick paver patio. Larger fenced yard. Home warranty. Must see!

(C06BIR) 734 -455 -5600 $129,900

C A N T O N Beautiful 2 Story Condo Lovely formal dining room w/bay window opening to deck. 2 bedrooms open to huge bath w/extra deep gar-den tub & walk-in shower, finished lower level + loads of storage.

(C65HUN) 734-455-5600 $161,000

W H I T M O R E LAKE Lovely 3 BR, 2 BA Colonial on approx 2/3 of an acre. Home has access & privs to al! Sports Horseshoe Lake. Hdwd firs on 1st level & master bedroom. 2nd fir laundry. Nat frplc in LR. Surrounded by woodlands, wetlands and canal. {E54SIX) 248 -349 -5600 $179 ,500

3 BR, 2 BA ranch w/serene v iews, deer path, open f loor plan &. 3 seassn insulated s u n i o o m Above g round pool, concrete pat io . Main bath w/ je t ted tub . Cei l ing fans ii' an bsdrooms, :<>! & 2 in F3 AII ki t appls stay. (EOOCUR) 248-349-5600 $249,000

SOUTH LYON Welcome H o m e 3 BR 2 5 BA M c k ranch w/open floor plan on a large country lot Newer windows & hardwood floors. Oak kitchen, brick fireplace & FFL. 2 car side entry garage Professionally cecorated.

(E74DAL) 248-349-5600 $274,900

NORTHVILLE Smile, You Found It s n a r p 4 BR, 2 5 BA co lon ia l fami ly home. Great r o o m viz'frplc of f wel l appo in ted kit. Door to mu l t i - t i e red deck Finished wa l k -ou t LL Terr i f ic master suite. 3 n ice sized 3 R s Plenty of s torage 3 car gar Move r igh t in. (E57HOL) 248 -349 -5600 $448 ,900

C A N T O N Comfor table Colonial 3 8R 1 5 BA h o m e w ' 2 car att gar in popu la r W i n d s o r Park Newer w i n d o w s , doors & doorwa l l . New carpet m LR & D3 03 C/A 01 Remode led ma in BA accessib le f r o m master Home p ro tec t ion plan inc luded. (E60LQM) 248 -349 -5600 $214 ,400

TAYLOR Great H o m e for Under $100,000 •i Dearoom, i oain ranch on large lot w/fenced back-yard. Newer Pergo floors, newer appliances, windows, interior & exterior doors, newer kitchen floor, ceramic tile in updated bath. Newer CA & furnace. Home Warr. (C78BAI) 734 -455 -5600 $99,900

Many updates in this 2 Dorru, i .o uath beauty. Newer crpt, paint, recessed lights, remarkable kit w/ceramic tile & light maple cabinets + new counters, sink, microwave & dishwasher all in 2003. A must seel

(C50HOO) 734-455-5600 $85,900

Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo located in an adult comm that offers full service plus health care options. Spacious ranch w/frplc, 1st f loor laundry, att gar & bsmt. Private wooded setting. Like-new - must see. (E29ARC) 248 -349 -5600 $247 ,900

WESTLAND Great Starter H o m e 3 BR. 1 3A ranch. Large eat- In k i tchen w /ce ram ic t i le. First f loor laundry. Large fenced in yard. Neut ra l t h roughou t Newer carpet . Newer roof - 5 yrs . Large fenced- in yard.

(E35FOR) 248-349-5600 $120,000

NORTHVILLE Waterfront Estate Stonewater sub . largest sq. f t . bu i l t by Mocer i . Upgrade marb le , grani te, cus t che r ry cabs. 2 - s t o r y enc losed porch, spiral sta i rcase. M 8 R w / 3 - w a y frp lc, s i t t ing rm * g lamour bath. F in ished LL w/k i t chen . bath & BR. (E02MAN) 248 -349 -5600 $1,249,000

DEARBORN HGTS. Nice Cozy Updated Home Charming 2 bedroom brick ranch w /2 car garage, priva-cy fence, large patio + walk-in pantry, all appliances. Newer furnace, CA & vinyl windows.

(C08ANN) 734 -455 -5600 $89,900

PLYMOUTH Pjymouth Tri-Level Near Downtown Open fir plan. Refin hrdwd firs, formal u n w/nowoi Ma-ture window, FR on main fir w/gas frpic & door to patio, Newer roof 2000. Main bath renovated w/ceramic tile, tub & pedestal sink. Andersen Casement windows. (C25FAI) 248-455-5600 $229,500

C O M M E R C E TWP. Absolute Dol lhouse You wil l love this wonderful ly updated 3 BR ranch. Very open floor plan featuring open kitchen, dining & 2nd great room. Wonderful ly updated bath. Great lot and location. Newer siding & roof. Walled Lake Schools. (E39BAL) 248 -349 -5600 $159 ,900

- D Great Opportunity Brick ranch on approx 1 beaut i fu l acre w /2 BR, 1 5 BA FR, DR. large eat-in k i tchen. Knotty pine in ter ior for up nor th feel Part-ally f in b s m t w/B- i bar MBR w/WIC & bul l t -ms Newer roof , furnace, HWH C/A & 2 car att gar (E14F0R) 248-349-5600 $159,900

REDFORD Picture Perfect Better than rent ing 3 bed room ranch w i th newer wh i te ki tchen, furnace, A'C. roo t concrete , landscap ing and w i n d o w s upda ted So f t neut ra l co lo rs t h r o u g h o u t Move -m cond i t ion

(E26NOR) 248 -349 -5600 $117,900

A L L E N PARK A Great Place to Very cute 2 bedroom ranch w/2.5 car garage, huge attic for your storage. Decorated nicely & very c lear. Close to all your needs, shopping, schools, freeway & parks. Home Warranty.

(C44ARL) 734 -455 -5600 $89,900

C A N T O N Pride of Ownership Spacious 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath colonial w/2 car att gar, bsmt, fam rm w/frplc, din rm, custom crown molding & inground pool. All backing to protected woodlands.

(C08WIL) 734-455-5600 $1254,900

C A N T O N All The Work Is Done 3 BR, 1.5 BA colc a furnace, to the windows to the newer cherry kit w/Corian countertops & marble f looring. Some 6 panel doors. Updated half baths & room for storage. Backs to acres of parks commons. (E89BR0) 248 -349 -5600 $229 ,900

WARREN i / u v e in Tomorrow This 3 bedroom ranch is ready and wa i t ing / o r s o m e o n e who wants style. Newly painted, d e a n and we l l main-tained Huge yard w i t h profess ional landscap ing + a garden area Home war ran ty included (E15FRA) 248-349-5600

REDFORD Updated Charmer Open f loor p lan, f resh ly painted and tastefu l ly decorat-ed th roughout Spac ious l iv ing room & d in ing r o o m Huge 1st f loor l aundry w / i o n s of storage. Large eat-in k i tchen w / l o t s of cabinets .

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NOVI $650,000 M A D I S O N H O M E S P R E S E N T S N E W COLONIAL! N e w c o n s t , y o u c h o o s e c a b i n e t s , c o u n t e r s & f l o o r i n g l 3 6 0 0 S F w / 4 B R , 3 . 5 b a t h s , w / o b s m t , g r a n i t e k i t , 2 / F P , 2 / f u r n & 2 / A C u n i t s . B u y n o w & m a k e s e l e c t i o n s . ( 0 8 A R G 2 )

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NORTHVILLE $464,930 O U T S T A N D I N G N O R T H V I L L E S U B LOCATION! S p a c i o u s 4 b r 3 .5 b a c o l o n i a l w / 3 2 5 2 s f l F a m r m w / f i e l d s t o n e f p , f o r m a l d r w / h w f l . l s l a n d ki t w / w i p a n t r y . B e a u t i f u l p r i v a t e y a r d w / i ng r . p o o i . F i n b s m t . & m o r e ! ( 4 4 R A V 2 )

NORTHVILLE $279,500 V I N T A G E N O R T H V I L L E C H A R M W o n d e r f u i l y r e s t o r e d a n d u p d a t e d : n e w r o o f , f u r n a c e , c e n t r a l a i r , k i t c h e n a n d w i n d o w s . P r e t t y d e c k a n d p r i v a t e b a c k y a r d . 2 b d r m s , 2 b a t h s . 1 0 0 y e a r o l d b e a u t y . ( 4 6 G R A 8 )

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NEW HUDSON $264,900 THIS R A N C H H A S IT ALL! L g l o t , c u l - d e - s a c , 3 B R , 2 . 5 b a t h s , F R / L R / D R & e a t - i n k i t . L a n d s c a p e d , Ig d e c k w / s p a , fu l l b s m t w / e x t r a B R . G r e a t n e i g h b o r h o o d ! 5 m i n t o x - w a y / s h o p p i n g . ( 1 8 S U N 2 )

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NOVI $259,000 OVER 1/2 A C R E iKl NOVI! A l m o s t 2 0 0 0 S F , 2 0 0 1 b i t ; 3 B R , 2 . 5 B A C o l o n i a l w / f o r m a l D R / s u n k e n L R , d e n , F R , o p e n f i r p l a n & N o v i s c h o o l s . M u s t s e e ! ( 3 6 C L A 2 )

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PLYMOUTH $249,900 D O W N T O W N C H A R M E R ! N e w k i t , 3 b d r m s , 2 f u l l b a t h s , m a n y u p d a t e s . A r e a l b e a u t y ! M u s t s e e ! ( 2 3 A 4 6 5 )

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WESTLAND $245,000 A B S O L U T E L Y G O R G E O U S H O M E I N BEAUTIFUL SUB A s i d e f r o m t h e l u s h l a n d s c a p e & b e a u t i f u l l y m a i n t a i n e d e x t e r i o r , t h i s h o m e is m i n t & r e a d y f o r y o u t o m o v e r igh t i n ! L a r g e d e c k l e a d s t o s u b m e r g e d p o o l a n d m o r e . ( S 7 2 7 )

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LIVONIA $239,900 H E R E ' S T H A T N E W E R R A N C H y o u ' v e b e e n l o o k i n g for . 3 B R , 2 B A , G R w / c a t h c e i l , FP, & w e t br , m s t r w / f u l i b a , c a t h c e i l , f o r m a l D R , Ig k i t , h u g e p a r t t i n b s m t , 2 c a r a t t d g a r , & m o r e . ( 0 2 8 2 7 7 )

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FARMINGTON $227,900 N O T A DRIVE-BY! M U S T S E E ! F a r m i n g t o n 4 B R , 2 . 5 b a t h R a n c h ! F R w / f r p l , f u l l b s m t , s o m e h d w d f i r s , o v e r 1 , 5 0 0 SF, 2 0 f o o t c o v e r e d p a t i o , 2-car a t t a c h e d g a r a g e & g o r g e o u s p r i v a t e b a c k y a r d ! ( 0 2 M A P 2 )

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CANTON $219,900 S H A R P N E W E R C O L O N I A L W / A L L T H E EX-TRAS. P r i v a t e lo t , o p e n f l o o r p l a n , m a s t e r b a t h , 1 s t f l o o r l a u n d r y , 2 c a r a t t a c h e d g a r a g e , & b e a u -t i f u l l y f i n i s h e d l o w e r l eve l . ( M 1 7 9 6 )

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LIVONIA $217,900 JUST LISTED - u p d a t e d & m a i n t a i n e d t o p e r f e c t i o n . 5 & N e w b u r g h r a n c h o f f e r s o p e n f i r p l a n w / 2 c a r a t t a c h e d g a r a g e , ' i n b s m n t , c u s t o m u p d a t e d k i t c h e n , b a t h s , r f , f u r n , & m o r e . ( J 3 8 7 5 1 )

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PLYMOUTH $201,900 A C H O I C E L O C A T I O N IN P L Y M O U T H ! W a l k -i n g d i s t a n c e f r o m d o w n t o w n , l i m i t e d t r a f f i c sub . 1 2 3 6 SF, 3 B R , 1 .5 B A , i o w m a i n t e n a n c e in & o u t . B r k F P i n F R . 2 c a r g a r , n e w e r w n d w s , f u r n , H W H , & m o r e ! ( A 4 2 5 2 0 )

LIVONIA $199,990 LOCATION, QUALITY,VALUE, & C H A R M ! T h i s w e l l m a i n t a i n e d 3 B R , 2 . 5 B A b r k c o l o n i a l h a s it a l l w i t h 1 7 0 0 S F o f q u a l i t y l i v i n g a r e a , m s t r B R w / f u l l b t h . U p d a t e s inc l : w n d w s . k i t , & c a r p e t . N i c e y d ! ( W 1 9 9 6 0 )

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LIVONIA $199,900 N E W O P P O R T U N I T Y IN P O P U L A R K1MBERLY OAKS L o a d e d w / u p d a t e s l i ke a n e w ki t & wh j w s b e a u t i f u l f i e l d s t o n e g a s FP, b r k p a v e r p a i i ^ & m o r e . 1 3 7 7 S F r a n c h . ( B 3 2 7 5 5 )

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NOVI $194,900 C O N D O W I T H A V I E W ! C o n t e m p o r a r y r a n c h c o n d o b y t h e w a t e r ' s e d g e . 2 b r s , 3 b a , f i n i s h e d ! l , g a r a g e . C l o 8 e t o e v e r y t h i n g - w h a t m o r e d o y o u n e e d ? A l s o c o m e s w / p o o l , c a b a n a & t e n n i s c o u r t s . ( 7 0 E D G 2 )

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LIVONIA $179,900 MOVE IN AT CLOSING! Fu l l b r k r a n c h , c a t h e -d ra l c e i l i n g s t h r u - o u t , 3 B R , 1.5 b a t h s o n m a i n f ir, n e w e r w n d w s , e l e c , & p l u m b , c / a , b s m t h a s w e t b a r , 2 + c a r g a r a g e . H u r r y , w o n ' t l a s t ! ! ! ( 0 1 9 1 8 4 )

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DEARBORN HEIGHTS $169,900 DEARBORN SCHOOLS F a n t a b u l o u s c u s t o m R a n c h , 3 b d r m s , 2 b a t h s , l a r g e e a t - i n k i t c h e n , n a t u r a l t r i m , m a r b l e s i l l s , f i n i s h e d b s m t , n e w e r f u r n a c e a n d C / A , 2 p l u s c a r g a r a g e a n d m o r e . ( R 6 6 7 )

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PLYMOUTH $166,900 Y O U R D R E A M HAS C O M E T R U E ! Y o u w i l l f a l l in l o v e w i t h t h i s r a n c h c o n d o . It i s i m m a c u l a t e i n s i d e , w i t h a n o p e n f l o o r p l a n & l a r g e b a s e m e n t . C a l l t o d a y ! ( 2 3 A 2 2 7 )

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LIVONIA $164,900 T H I S H O M E A W A I T S A N E W G R O W I N G F A M -ILY! 4 B R c o m e s w i t h t h i s s p a c i o u s m a i n t e n a n c e f r e e r a n c h ! F o r m a l D R , o a k k i t , 2 f u l l b a t h s . 2 c a r a t t d g a r , A n d e r s o n w n d w s , d e c k , l o t s o f s t o r -a g e , & m u c h m o r e ! ( F 2 0 2 4 9 )

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GARDEN CITY $164,900 CLEAN AS IT CAN BE O v e r 1 , 3 0 0 S q Ft , 3 B r 2 f u l l b a t h W / O a k ki t c a b s , P a n t r y & s n a c k b a r , L g D i n i n g a r e a , F R w i t h d e c k , C / A , F i n i s h e d b s m t . 2 c a r g a r a g e W / e l e c t r i c d o o r & o p e n e r . ( G 8 1 4 )

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LIVONIA $155,000 W O N D E R F U L H O M E READY N O W ! 3 b e d -r o o m , 1 . 5 b a t h , a l l b r i c k r a n c h , fu l l f i n i s h e d b s m t , 2 c a r g a r a g e . C u t e , c l e a n , m a n y u p d a t e s . G r e a t n e i g h b o r h o o d & L i v o n i a S c h o o l s t o o ! ( A 9 6 4 6 )

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WAYNE $142,900 BEAUTY, WARMTH, VALUE F l o w i n g o p e n f l o o r p l a n in t h i s 1 9 9 6 3 B d r , 2 B a t h , w i t h G r e a t R o o m , L o v e l y O a k k i t c h e n , D e c k s f r o n t & r e a r . N e u t r a l c o l o r s . 2 c a r g a r a g e . S h o w s w e l i . ( A 3 2 4 )

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SOUTHGATE $139,900 WOW WHAT A GREATVALUE You ' l l l o v e t h i s 3 b d r B r i c k r a n c h W / A b e a u t i f u l n e w k i t c h e n . R e m o d e l e d b a t h . N e w r o o f o n h o u s e & G a r a g e . U p d a t e d w i n d o w s , f u r n a c e , A / C . B s m t p r e p p e d f o r b a t h . ( M 1 5 4 )

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REDFORD $134,444 GREATVIEWS o f l u s h g r e e n e r y & m a t u r e t r e e s .

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LIVONIA $128,900 GREAT L O W E R L E V E L C O N D O IN L A U R E L PARK 2 B R , 2 b a t h s w / b e a u t i f u i s c r e e n e d p o r c h o v e r l o o k i n g c o m m o n s a r e a . C l o s e t o e v e r y t h i n g y o u n e e d . A s s o c D u e s inc l h e a t & w a t e r . I m m e d O c c u p a n c y . ( 7 5 U N I 2 )

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ROMULUS $125,900 LOVELY RANCH! 3 b d r m , 2 b a t h d e a d e n d str . A b o v e g r n d p o o l , Ig l o t w / m s t r b d r m & b a t h . F r p l c i n o p e n F R , k i t & D R . AM o n 1 s t f i r . C i t y i n s p e c t i o n s d o n e & a p p r o v e d . ( 2 3 H 6 1 3 2 )

REDFORD $124,900 LOOK NO FURTHER! G r e a t h o m e w i t h l o t s o f s p a c e l L g lot , b s m t , & a t t d 2 c a r g a r a g e , u p d a t e d Ig k i t , n e w e r f u r n & h w h , n e w h a l f b a t h i n b s m t , n e w e r w n d w s , & a F P i n l i v i n g r m . ( W 1 5 4 9 1 )

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$115,000 3 B E D R O O M B R I C K B U N G A L O W w / 2 fu l l b a t h s & f i n b s m t . F r p l c i n L R , s u n p o r c h , 2 car g a r w / o p e n e r . H r d w d f i r s , s e c s y s . C l o s e t o s h o p -p i n g & x - w a y s . T r e e l i n e d s t r e e t . N e w r o o f & HWH ( 2 3 F 1 5 5 2 0 )

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CANTON $111,900 EXQUIS ITE C A N T O N C O N D O C l o s e t o e v e r y -t h i n g . 2 b e d r o o m s , n e w f l o o r i n g t h r o u g h o u t , n e w e r k i t c h e n , n e u t r a l d e c o r . S t e p i n t h e d o o r s a n d k n o w y o u a r e h o m e ! ( 2 3 S 4 4 4 0 7 )

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YPSILANTI BETTER THAN NEW! U p g r a d e s & e x t r a s d o n e ! P r o f e s s i o n a l l a n d s c a p i n g , d e e p e r b s m t , e x t d h r d w d f i r s , C / A , u p g r a d e d c b n t s . S i t t i n g r m or 4 t h b d r m . K i t a p p u n c l u d e d . M o v e r i g h t i n !

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DETROIT $95,000 IMMACULATE 3 BED BRICK HOME T h i s H o m e o f f e r s m a n y u p d a t e s : roo f , w i n d o w s , v i n y l e v e s & s o f f e t s . S p a c i o u s a n d t a s t e f u l l y d e c o r a t e d h o m e . R e f i n i s h e d h a r d w o o d s . E n o r m o u s y a r d . ( L 1 7 6 )

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BRIGHTON 7+SPLITTABLE ACRES 7 + S p l i t t a b i © a c r e s b a c k i n g t o S h e n a n d o a h S u b . W o o d e d . H a r t l a n d S c h o o f s . G r e a t f o r s m a l l d e v e l o p m e n t , p r i v a t e e s t a t e . C o n v e n i e n t t o B r i g h t o n , E x p r e s s w a y s ! 2 3 U S 2 $229,900 248-348-6430

DETROIT $85,000 G R E A T P R I C E , A W E S O M E P R I C E G o r g e o u s 1 , 2 0 0 S q F t 3 B d r u p d a t e d b e a u t y W / p a r t f i n i s h e d B s m t . F a b u l o u s K i t c h e n , H u g e M B , n e w e r f u r n a c e , w i n d o w s , p l u m b i n g , e l e c . C e m e n t p a d r e a d y f o r g a r a g e . ( F 1 7 6 )

734-326-2000

GARDEN CITY B E A U T I F U L N E W C O N S T R U C T I O N ! W o w ! B u i l d e r bu i l t t h i s o n e i n L i v o n i a l a s t , a n d it s o l d b e f o r e w e c o u l d f i n i s h it! M s t r 1 s t f i r , v a u l t e d G R c e i l i n g s . 2 c a r a t t d , 7 0 x 1 4 5 lo t . H 1 7 3 1 $204 ,900 734 -591 - 9 2 0 0

LINCOLN PARK $72,900 MOVE RIGHT IN N i c e 3 B e d r o o m R a n c h w i t h 2 c a r g a r a g e , n e w e r w i n d o w s , n e w e r s i d i n g , n o t h i n g t o d o bu t t o m o v e in . S e l l e r w i l l i n g t o h e l p w i t h c l o s i n g c o s t s ! ( R 1 5 6 )

734-326-2000

REDFORD Y O U ' V E BEEN WAIT ING A N D H E R E IT IS! T h i s u p d a t e d & i n v i t i n g h o m e s i d e s t o p a r k a n d e l -e m e n t a r y s c h o o l . S i t u a t e d i n o n e o f R e d f o r d ' s f i n e s t a r e a s . N e w f u r n , a i r , r f , g u t t e r s , p l u m b , w n d w s , & m o r e ! D 1 5 6 5 1 $139 ,900 734-591-9200

SOUTHFIELD $56,900 WOW, WHAT APRICE-1 B d r o v e r l o o k i n g p o o l & a b o v e t h e c l u b h o u s e . P r i v a t e e n t r y , w i t h lots of s t o r a g e . P e r f e c t I n v e s t m e n t , o r p l a c e t o start, v e r y q u i e t a r e a , w e l i m a i n t a i n e d . ( H 2 1 7 )

• 7 3 4 - 3 2 6 - 2 0 0 0

NOVI L E A S E P R O P E R T Y I N P O P U L A R BRIARWOOD V e r y n i c e e n t r y , c h a r m i n g K i t & B r e a k f a s t a r e a , 4 B R s , 2 . 5 b a t h s , L R & FR w/ F r p l . N i c e F i n ' d B s m t w i t h 5 t h B R . S i d e w a l k s in s u b . 6 8 B R A 2 $ 2 , 4 0 0 2 4 8 - 3 4 8 - 6 4 3 0

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NOVI $284,900 G O L F C L U B C O M M U N I T Y , M A P L E S O F N O V I D e t a c h e d c o n d o 4 b e d r o o m s 2 1 / 2 b a t h s f a m rm/ c a t h e d r a l c e i l i n g , f i r e p l a c e . G e n e r o u s d e c k o v e r l o o k s a n i c e o p e n a r e a , d i n i n g r o o m , full b a s e m e n t , 2 c a r a t t g a r a g e . ( 1 4 P A L 2 )

LIVONIA $329,900 N E W C O N S T R U C T I O N B R O O K S H I R E P r e -m i u m e l e v a t i o n , n o w b e i n g c o n s t r u c t e d . 4 B R , 2 . 5 B A , o a k h r d w d f i r s t h r u - o u t , c e r a m i c i n B A s & l a u n d r y , m s t r w / i a c u z z i & s e p s h o w e r , o a k k i t , 2 1 4 4 SF , & m o r e . ( C 2 9 9 5 9 )

FARMINGTON HILLS $464,900 G R A N D 2 S T Y FOYER, S T U N N I N G K ITCHEN, n e w e r ca rp fe t i n L R & D R . C o z y F R w / F P & d r w l t o h u g e d e c k w / w o o d e d v i e w . A w e s o m e t i n w a l k -o u t b s m t w / 5 t h B R s t e , w e t br . 4 B R , 2 . 5 B A , 3 3 0 0 S F & 1 3 0 0 S F i n b s m t . ( K 3 0 7 2 2 )

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SOUTH LYON $250,000 C H A R M I N G S O U T H LYON H O M E O N L A R G E LOT A c h a r m i n g h o m e w / c h a r a c t e r o n a i g c o u n t r y l o t in t h e c i t y o f S o u t h L y o n is a v a i l a b l e fo r i m m e d i a t e o c c u p a n c y . 3 b r , 2 f u l l b a . 2 . 5 g ^ r w / w o r k r o o m . B a s e m e n t w / f p . ( 8 0 C H E 2 )

a p p l i a n c e s ! 3 b r , 2 . 5 b a . i g g r r m w / f p , f o r m a l d r w / b a y w i n d o w , m a s t b a t h w / j a c u z z i , f i n b s m t . 3 car g a r . g r e a t d e c k , b a c k s t o c o m m o n s ! (87VIN2)

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WESTLAND • B e a u t i f u l l a rge n e w 1 b e d , a p p l i a n c e s , w a t e r i n c l u d e d . 3 2 4 6 1 L e n a w e e , $ 4 2 5 / m o . 7 3 4 - 6 5 8 - 8 8 2 3

^ WESTLAND - 1 bed " " y apt , A/C, wa lk in c loset,

l a u n d r y fac i l i t ies on site. Newburgh near Glenwood $ 4 8 5 / m o . (734) 721 -6699 . ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL!

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734-641-9623

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• 1 b e d r o o m f r o m $565 • Heat & water inc luded • Cathedral cei l ings • Balconies • Carpor t • Fully carpeted • Vert ical b l inds • Great locat ion t o mal ls • L ivon ia schoo l sys tem

' ( 734 ) 2 6 1 - 5 4 1 0

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7 3 4 - 7 2 2 - 5 1 5 5

WESTLAND Great c lean, 2 bed, ut i i i t ies & water incl, free l aundry , near d o w n t o w n Wayne. $ 5 5 0 . (248) 5 9 6 - 9 3 9 0

IV. BLOOMFIELD

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• Pets Welcome

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 bath 9 3 6 sq.ft . $ 6 5 0

2 Bedroom, 2 bath 9 3 6 sq. f t . $ 6 7 0

1 bed room, 1 bath 700 sq. f t . $ 5 7 5

Heat/water inc luded Very c lean apar tments -excel lent maintenance

Central air, vert ical b l inds, in tercom. App l iances Include d ishwasher . Remodeled laundry

faci l i t ies in each bu i ld ing . No pets.

s (734) 729-6636 ,

WESTLAND- 1 b e d r o o m , peacefu l b ldg. . heat & water , cable ready. $ 5 1 0 / m o . + secu-r i ty . 2 4 8 - 5 5 3 - 4 5 2 2

WESTLAND- 1 bed, carpe ted s t o v e / r e f r i ge ra to r i nc l . $ 4 0 0 / m o . 7 3 4 - 3 2 6 - 8 3 0 0

WESTLAND-Winter Special! War ren /Midd lebe l t area. Large 1 bedroom. New carpe t /app l i -ances , $ 5 3 5 i nc l udes heat . Exercise room, on -s i te laundry.

3 1 3 - 3 5 0 - 5 1 9 3

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• Monthly Leases • Immediate Occupancy • Lowest Rates • Newly Decorated

SUITE LIFE 248-549-5500

BLOOMFIELD LAKES Shor t t e r m , large s tud io , 1 & 2 bedroom apts. , fu l ly f u r -n i shed , i nc l udes d i s h e s , l inens, and househo ld i t e m s in smal l , quiet comp lex , next t o park. Rents f r o m $ 8 0 0 . inc iudes heat & water. .

2 4 8 - 6 8 1 - 8 3 0 9

BURLINGTON APTS, 1111 N.. Old W o o d w a r d has s h o r t t e r m a n d m o n t h t o m o n t h lease a r r a n g e m e n t s d u r i n g renovat ions to t r a n s f o r m B i rm ingham's f ines t in to W o o d w a r d P l a c e o f B i r m i n g h a m C o n d o m i n -i u m s . For l eas ing i n f o ca l l

( 2 4 8 ) 6 4 6 - 1 1 1 1

FARMINGTON HILLS - Park Mote l . Furnished r o o m s , e f f i -c iency & apts f r o m $150/Week. No deposi t . 2 4 8 - 4 7 4 - 1 3 2 4

TROY Somerset . 2 b e d r o o m , hea t , cab le , pa t io , g y m , 2 m o s . sub le t f r o m Feb. 16. $ 9 5 0 / m o . (248) 6 3 7 - 2 8 6 1

BIRMINGHAM Close t o t o w n & ve ry clean, 2 bed., 1.5 bath, washe r / dryer . $ 8 9 0 / m o ,

ShareNet (248) 6 4 2 - 1 6 2 0

BIRMINGHAM ONE STOP SHOPPING

See our ad under A p a r t m e n t s f o r Ren t -B i rm ingham.

The Beneicke Group (248) 6 4 2 - 8 6 8 6

BIRMINGHAM: 2 b e d r o o m , 1.5 bath. Pool , appl iances & wa te r i nc luded . New w i n d o w s / c a r -pet. $995 . 2 4 8 - 3 1 8 - 7 6 5 6

BLOOMFIELO • S p a c i o u s 2 bed. , 2 bath, w a s h e r / dryer , b s m t , carpor t . $ 9 5 0 / m o .

ShareNet ( 2 4 8 ) 6 4 2 - 1 6 2 0

CANTON- Nice 2 b e d r o o m (b ig master ) , 1.5 bath, w a s h -er /dryer , air, pat io, poo l , b s m t , carpor t . Pet. 5 1 7 - 6 5 5 - 2 7 5 3

C L A W S O N

Near 14 M i l e & C r o o k s . M i n u t e s t o S o m e r s e t & B i rm ingham. Spac ious 2 b e d -r o o m , 1 1 /2 baths , features pr ivate entrance & yard, car -p o r t , basement , cen t ra l air , neutral decor . Only $ 8 9 5 . 1 cat OK w i t h fee. EHO

THE BENEICKE GROUP (248) 642-8686

FARMINGTON H I L L S LUXURY CONDO

14 Miie at Orchard Lake Road 2 5 0 0 sq. f t . , 2 b e d r o o m , 2 1 / 2 baths , all appl iances i nc lud ing washer & dryer. Garage park-ing. $1755 per m o n t h .

Call: ( 2 4 8 ) 5 8 5 - 0 8 0 0

FARMINGTON HILLS 13 & Hals tead. 2 b e d r o o m s , 2 .5 baths , attached 2 car garage, vau l ted ce i l ings w / s k y l i g h t s , f i replace, C/A, f i n i shed base-m e n t , $1600. 3 1 3 - 8 8 6 - 2 9 6 5

LIVONIA 1 ,000 sq. f t . , 1 bed-r o o m , 1.5 bath, A /C, c a r p o r t , washer, dryer, w a t e r i nc luded , $ 8 2 5 / m o . 3 1 3 - 3 6 3 - 5 4 0 0

MILFORO Brand New Luxury, appl iances, 3 br. $1 ,250 , Move in price, $2 ,500 . Near GM. 248 -681 -7122 , 248 -396 -4030

NORTHVILLE - N o r t h r i d g e Manor c o n d o , 2 bed, 2 bath, 1200 sq. f t . Al l updated w i t h carport . $ 8 9 5 / m o . + 1 1 / 2 mo. sec. dep / 3 1 3 - 5 8 1 - 7 4 8 8

Northvi i le- s h a r p 2 bed, l ibrary, 1 6 5 0 sq. f t . , appl iances, deck, 2 car. $ 1 6 5 0 / m o . D & H Proper t i es248-737-4002

PLYMOUTH 2 b e d r o o m t o w n -house. app l iances, ful ly car-peted, b a s e m e n t , c a r p o r t , $ 6 9 5 / m o . 7 3 4 - 4 5 9 - 0 6 8 0

WALLED LAKE - 1300 sq.ft . brand new condo , 2 bed, 1 1 / 2 bath, all app l iances, garage, $ 1 3 0 0 / m o . 2 4 8 - 9 2 6 - 8 8 7 6

BIRMINGHAM 2 bed room, app l iances , f i rep lace , hard-w o o d f l oo rs , garage. NO PETS. $1000 /mo . 810 -614 -4379

CANTON - 2 bed room, 1 1/2 baths , air , app l iances . $ 8 0 0 / m o . Non smok ing , no pets. 7 3 4 - 4 2 9 - 5 3 6 3

CANTON: 1628 Brookl ine. 3 bed, 1.5 bath, a/c, fu l l bsmt , $ 8 9 0 / m o . No pets. Available Feb. 1 4 . 1 m o . rent f o r secur i -t y deposi t . (734) 981 -1209

^ C L A W S O N ^ L u x u r y T o w n h o u s e

447 N. Roches ter Rd., #9. 2 bed room, 11 /2 bath luxu-ry t o w n h o u s e w i t h f ireplace, air, basement w i t h hookups. W e Love Pets. $ 8 2 0 .

(248) 3 5 4 - 9 1 1 9 , Ext. 206

C L A W S O N L u x u r y T o w n h o u s e

526 Fourteen M i l e Rd. 2 b e d r o o m , 1 1 / 2 bath, fu l l b a s e m e n t w i t h h o o k - u p s , central air, f i replace, air, W e LOVE Pets. $780 .

(248) 3 5 4 - 9 1 1 9 , Ext. 206

ROYAL OAK 148 Ame l i a . A p p r o x i m a t e l y 1550 sq. f t . + f u l l basement. 2 huge b e d r o o m s , 1 1/2 baths, f o r m a l d i n i ng r o o m , f ireplace, central air, h o o k u p s f o r wash-er & dryer. Pets ARE wel-come. $ 1 2 0 0 / m o .

(248) 3 5 4 - 9 1 1 9 , Ext. 206

ROYAL OAK L u x u r y T o w n h o u s e

2706 Rochester Rd. 1 bed-r o o m loft , 11 /2 bath luxury t o w n h o u s e w i t h f i replace, air , f u l l b a s e m e n t w i t h hookups and w e Absolute ly Adore Pets! $ 8 2 0 .

(248) 3 5 4 - 9 1 1 9 , Ext. 206

ROYAL OAK: N e a r d o w n t o w n s p a c i o u s 2 b e d r o o m . 1 .5 o a t h , d u p l e x , h a r d w o o d f l o o r s , b s m t . ( 2 4 8 ) 5 5 9 - 8 3 2 1

Walled Lake: New lakefront duplex. 2 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage, a l l app l iances I nc lud ing w a s h e r / d r y e r . Fir-eplace. $ 1 6 9 5 . 248-203-2626

WESTLAND - 2 Bedroom, ful l basement . New furnace/air. Ul t ra c lean, m o v e r ight in. F rom $ 6 4 5 / m o . Ask about our special. 734 -721 -8111

WESTLAND Merr iman/Pa lmer . 2 b e d r o o m . $ 6 2 5 / m o p ius securi ty. Sec t ion 8 ok. Free 25" co lo r TV! ( 313 ) 278-6745

W E S T L A N D , Newer, 3 bed, 2.5 baths, bsmt. , garage, f i replace, $ l 3 0 0 / m o .

Paul. 7 3 4 - 2 0 7 - 2 2 5 0

WESTLAND- Ford & Wayne Rd., 3 Bed, a l l appl iances, water inc luded, quiet area. No pets. $ 7 2 5 / m o . 734 -464 -3455

BIRMINGHAM - Spot less 2 b e d r o o m lower. C/A, hard-w o o d s . 1 4 / W o o d w a r d . $900+ secur i ty . 248 -643 -0427

BIRMINGHAM - 2 Well locat-ed u p p e r f i a t s f o r rent -$ 5 7 5 / m o n t h . Wa lk to d o w n -t o w n or W o o d w a r d .

2 4 8 - 6 2 6 - 1 0 6 9

FERNDALE- Renovated 2 bed. lower in great area. Fireplace, c.a., screened r o o m , washer & dryer, garage, nice yard. Walk t o d o w n t o w n , t o o much t o ment ion. A M U S T SEE! $865 + uti l i t ies. (248) 5 4 8 - 5 9 4 6

FERNDALE Spac ious , clean 1 bed. upper f lat , a l l appl iances w / deck. $ 6 7 5 / m o .

T i m (586) 294-6865 ShareNet (248) 642 -1620

Grosse Pointe: Elegant 1st f loor . Vz b lk . f r o m city park, wa lk to v i l lage & hil l . 3 bed, 2 fu l l bath. 15 mfn. to down-town . $ 1 3 5 0 . 313 -882 -8383

MADISON HEIGHTS 2 bed-r o o m lower, heat, water, appl i-ances. L a u n d r y , garage & yard . $ 7 0 0 / m o + depos i t . Sect ion 8 OK. 248 -544 -2387

PLYMOUTH - 3 bed iower f lat , garage, a l l app l iances, heat incl., air. Avai lable March 1 o r sooner. No pets no smok-ing. $ 9 5 0 / m o 2 4 8 - 9 6 0 - 9 3 9 3

PLYMOUTH - DOWNTOWN Beaut i fu l ly remode led - large 1 bed upper, $ 7 5 0 / m o . incl ut i l i t ies/cable. 7 3 4 - 4 1 4 - 0 4 1 8

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| Reduced Rental Rates on O n e B e d r o o m s W a s $ 6 1 5 - $ 6 2 5 N o w $ 5 4 0 F R E E H E A T t Enclosed Patios on 1st Floor Individual Storage Unit 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance

( 8 8 8 ) 3 1 6 - 3 2 4 0 Located on Palmer between Li l iey & Sheldon

Open Mon-Fr i 9-6 • Sat 10-3 • Sun 12-4

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PLYMOUTH: 800 sq. f t . 1 bed upper, incl heat, water, new carpet . No smok ing , no pets. $ 6 2 5 + sec. 7 3 4 - 4 5 3 - 0 9 7 5

ROYAL OAK-Near Town! One Month FREE RENT!

Amaz ing t w o s to ry upper f lat b r ick Tudor ! Nice 3

bed rooms , 1 ,500+ sq. f t . A/C, s tone f i replace, garage

& w o o d f loors . $1 ,195 Cail 248-390-6453

BERKLEY: 1500 sqf t , 2 - 3 bed, 2 car.

248-348-5100 #728 RICHTER & ASSOC.

www.richterassoc.com

BEVERLY HILLS C/A, all appl i -ances, 2 car garage, fenced f o r pets. $ 8 7 5 / m o . Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 248-373-RENT

BIRMINGHAM cha rmer . 4 bed rooms . Remodeled master w / g a r d e n t u b . Fenced ya rd w / p l a y area. 1 year lease. $ 2 , 6 5 0 / m o . Call Vicki ,

Max Broock Realtors, (248) 6 2 5 - 9 3 0 0 (60RIV)

BIRMINGHAM Clean 2 bed room, part ia l ly f i n -ished basement , A/C, all app l i -ances. $ 9 0 0 / m o .

Open Sun 4 :00 -5 :30 Tues. 6 -7 :30

1 3 8 3 E. 14 Mi le (248 ) 792 -2772

BIRMINGHAM - 3 bed room, 2 Gar g a r a g e , a i r cond i t ioned, f i rep lace . 488 H a r m o n , $ 2 5 0 0 / m o . 3 1 3 - 5 7 0 - 9 6 2 6

B IRMINGHAM-2 bed, 1 bath, bsmt , washer /d rye r , garage, c l ose to s c h o o l s , ava i lab le now. $800 . 313 -820 -0888

BIRMINGHAM - ATTRACTIVE 3 bed, 2 f u l l bath, c/a, appl i -ances, garage, 1 y r m i n i m u m , no pets. Avai l , now. $1200 . 248 -225 -3747 , 248 -613 -2265

BIRMINGHAM -1188 Bird St . Sharp 2 bed. Bungalow, f resh-ly painted, new carpet, bsmt . $ 7 7 5 / m o . Bob (248) 3 6 0 - 2 0 9 5

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BIRMINGHAM - 2 bed. Ranch, C/A, f in i shed bsmt , washe r / dryer , garage. $ 1 0 0 0 / m o .

ShareNet ( 248 )642 -1620

BIRMINGHAM -3 Bed., 2 .5 bath, C/A, vau l ted ce i l i ngs , w o o d f loors , garage .$3400/mo

ShareNet (248 )642-1620

BIRMINGHAM 3 bed, C/A, appl iances, 2 bath, bsmt , ga-rage $11G0/mo. Smal l charge RENTAL PROS 248-373-RENT

BIRMINGHAM 3 b e d r o o m , air, g o u r m e t k i t chen , h a r d w o o d f l o o r s , garage, ve ry sharp. $ 1 7 5 0 / m o .

Call 248 -953 -0338

BIRMINGHAM IN TOWN Beaut i fu l 3 - 4 bed, 2 bath, f a m -ily room, appl iances, a/c, oak f loors , $1395 . ' 248 -855 -3344

BIRMINGHAM-1244 E m m o n s 3 b e d r o o m r a n c h . 2 ca r ga rage , f e n c e d y a r d , cen t ra l air. $ 1 1 5 0 / m o . w i t h any d a y s in F e b r u a r y ren t f r ee ! EHO

T h e B e n e i c k e G r o u p 2 4 8 - 6 4 2 - 8 6 8 6

BLOOMFIELD TWP - Quarton & Inkster. Comple te ly remod-eled. New k i t chen , 2 new baths, 2 f i replaces, ha rdwood f loors , 2 car attached garage, C/A, large deck over look ing p o n d . 1 acre. Pets ok . $ 2 2 0 0 / m o . (248) 2 0 5 - 1 6 0 0

Canton Fantastic 3 level, 2 b e d r o o m dup lex w / a p p l i -ances. 1767 Brookl ine. $ 8 9 7 per m o . 734 -484 -7223

CANTON (Outskirts) 1600 sq. f t . home w /add i t i on -al 1200 sq. f t . f in ished bsmt . C.A., aii appl iances, 2 bed-r o o m s up , 1 bed down , 1 bath, 2 f i replaces. Like new ins ide, m a n y updates. Si ts on 2 acres. $ 9 9 5 / m o .

( 734 ) 4 8 0 - 1 4 3 2

CANTON - 3 Bed., bsmt , 2 1 /2 car garage, fenced yard, c lose t o e lementary school. Call Tree Frog Inv. 517 -546 -1814 (EC3)

CANTON 4 b e d r o o m s , 2 baths, all appl iances, at tached garage, deck , f e n c e d y a r d , $ 1 4 5 0 / m o n t h . 7 3 4 - 9 8 1 - 6 5 9 2

Canton- newer 4 bed co lon ia l , 2 8 1 4 sq . f t . , 2 .5 bath, go l f c o m m u n i t y . $2500 /mo . D & H Proper t i es248-737-4002

CANTON: 4 bed, 1.5 bath. $1095 . 248-348-5100 #715

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CANTON: Fabulous new 2 bed, 2 bath, 1050 sqf t .

248-348-5100 #706 RICHTER & ASSOC.

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CLAWSON 3 bed. 1.5 baths, bsmt , air, &

more ! $1090 , op t ion poss ib le . 2 4 8 - 6 4 2 - 0 8 3 8

CLAWSON Amaz ing 4 bed. 2.5 bath, f i replace, w o o d f loors , bsmt , garage. $ 2 0 0 0 / m o .

ShareNet (248) 6 4 2 - 1 6 2 0

CLAWSON Brick 3 bed., hard-w o o d f loors , appl iances, base-ment, garage, fenced. $ 1 1 0 0 -lease opt ion. 248 -642 -0838

COMMERCE -Wa l l ed Lake Schools . Lake V iew 3 bed-r o o m , 2 car garage, very c lean $ 9 0 0 / m o . Cal l Todd S m i t h , Re/Max Classic 2 4 8 - 4 4 9 - 6 2 6 3

DEARBORN - Brick bunga low, bsmt , air, f enced f o r pe ts . $ 7 5 0 / m o . Sma l l charge. RENTAL PROS 734-513-RENT

D E A R B O R N H E I G H T S 2 b e d r o o m , 1 b a t h , g a r a g e , f e n c e d y a r d . $ 8 5 0 / m o . + s e c u r i t y . 3 1 3 - 2 3 1 - 2 1 4 2

LIVONIA 2 b e d r o o m , large yard, carpet , app l iances, pets c o n s i d e r e d , g rea t s ta r te r home. $ 6 5 0 / m o 2 4 8 - 8 8 8 - 7 3 2 1

DEARBORN HEIGHTS: Cute 2 b e d r o o m ranch, b s m t , a / c , op t i on to buy avai lable. $ 6 5 0 .

2 4 8 - 7 8 8 - 1 8 2 3

LIVONIA 2 bed barn , open l and ,& l o f t , W o o d s . $ 6 3 5 / $ 6 8 5 + ut i l . App l iances , pet fee, 248 3 5 6 - 7 7 1 9

DEARBORN HGTS- 3 bed , garage, remode led, $ 7 5 0 / m o . Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 734 -513 -RENT

LIVONIA 3 Bed ranch w / s u n -porch. 2.5 car garage. A l l app l iances . $ 1 1 5 0 . Renter pays ut i l i t ies. 2 4 8 - 4 2 7 - 0 1 9 2

DEARBORN HTS: 3 b e d r o o m bunga low, fenced yard, 2 ca r garage, $ 9 0 0 . 1 s t & secur i ty . Pets neg. 7 3 4 - 4 7 9 - 0 5 9 6

LIVONIA 3 BEDROOM 2.5 baths, g a r a g e / b s m t . $ 0

d o w n . $ 8 5 0 / m o . (248) 6 1 5 - 4 8 5 8

DEARBORN Remodeled 3 bed-r o o m , f in ished basement , 2 .5 car garage, op t ion to b u y avai l -able. $850. 2 4 8 - 7 8 8 - 1 8 2 3

LIVONIA 3 b e d r o o m ranch, nice n e i g h b o r h o o d , a l l appl i -ances, f i n i shed b s m t , 2.5 car garage, 1 m o . + sec. depos i t , $ 1 2 0 0 / m o n t h . 3 1 3 - 2 1 5 - 2 6 1 2

DEARBORN: 3 bed Bunga low, $ 8 9 5 / m o . 248-348-5100 #708

RICHTER & ASSOC.

LIVONIA 3 b e d r o o m ranch, nice n e i g h b o r h o o d , a l l appl i -ances, f i n i shed b s m t , 2.5 car garage, 1 m o . + sec. depos i t , $ 1 2 0 0 / m o n t h . 3 1 3 - 2 1 5 - 2 6 1 2

DEARBORN: 3 bed Bunga low, $ 8 9 5 / m o . 248-348-5100 #708

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3 b e d r o o m , 2 bath, f in i shed

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Very Clean! 2 Bedroom, 11 /2 baths,

garage, basement. Large yard & deck,

All appliances. Excellent location

in quiet residential area. Possible rent to own.

$1075/month plus security deposit.

( 8 1 0 ) 6 3 2 - 5 3 3 5

FARMINGTON HILLS 2 Bedroom house. Call (248) 6 8 4 - 1 7 6 4

FARMINGTON KILLS - 2 bed-r o o m 2 bath, 2 car garage, appl iances, $ 8 2 5 / m o . + secu-ri ty. 2 4 8 - 6 2 6 - 5 8 8 9

FARMINGTON HILLS • 2 bed ranch, appl iances, pe ts neg. $ 7 0 0 / m o . Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 248 -356 -RENT

FARMINGTON HILLS - 3 bed, 2 f i replaces, pet f r iendly, sho r t t e r m lease avail. Avai l , now. ,$9QO/mo. (248) 7 6 7 - 4 2 0 7

FARMINGTON HILLS - 3 bed, appl iances, garage, f i rep lace, $ 9 0 0 / m o . Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 248 -356 -RENT

FARMINGTON HILLS 2 bed-r o o m , 1.5 car garage, $ 6 9 5 . Rent w /op t ion , land con t rac t . 248 -328 -0492 / 2 4 8 - 7 6 0 - 8 0 5 1

FARMINGTON HILLS APT. 1 Bed., bath, carpor t , cen-t ra ! air, l aundry fac i l i t ies , Clubhouse, basement , pool . I m m e d i a t e Occupancy . Washer /d ryer In uni t , f i re -p lace, 8 0 0 s q . f t , beau t i f u l comp lex , f r iendly. $765 .

2 4 8 - 5 9 2 - 1 6 0 8

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S h o r t t e r m e m p l o y m e n t OK. B a n k r u p t c y OK . Call Randy Lesson,

METRO FINANCE 248-709-2244

GARDEN CITY - R a n c h , ga rage , f e n c e d ya rd . S750 /mo. Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 734 -513 -RENT

GARDEN CITY 2 Bed, bath, 1 garage. Call f o r Address. $ 8 0 0 / m o . 8 1 0 - 2 3 1 - 9 7 2 1

GARDEN CITY 3 bed. ranch. Brand new k i tchen, all app l i -ances. Immedia te occupancy . $ 1 2 5 0 / m o . + deposi t .

(734) 6 3 4 - 8 1 1 2

GARDEN CITY 3 bed., b r i ck ranch, Complete remode led , b s m t , fenced yard. No pets. $ 9 0 0 + securi ty. 2 4 8 - 6 6 1 - 9 0 6 2

GARDEN CITY Beauti ful 3 bed-r o o m h o m e w i t h f i n i s h e d basemen t , new app l i ances . 81025 /mon th . 2 4 8 - 3 4 2 - 2 2 7 1

GARDEN CITY Very cozy 2 bed ranch, Appl iances. $85G/mo.

734 -941 -8051

INKSTER 3 b e d r o o m b r i c k ranch , $750 ; 3 b e d r o o m , basemen t , garage,. $ 5 0 0 . Opt ion on both. 2 4 8 - 7 8 8 - 1 8 2 3

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Prog rams Avai lable. Al l areas. (248) 615-4858

LIVONIA , 3 b e d r o o m s , 5 app l i ances Fenced yard. $ 9 5 0 / m o . 8 6 6 - 2 5 6 - 5 7 0 5 / 5 8 6 - 2 4 3 - 8 7 7 4 . www. leaseonaop t ion .com

LIVONIA - Br ick ranch, app l i -ances, opt ion buy. $ 6 5 0 / m o . Sma l l charge. RENTAL PROS 734 -513 -RENT

LIVONIA • Prime Location 1 6 8 0 0 M idd lebe l t . 2 b e d , bsmt , garage, new carpet .

WESTLAND - Cozy Large 2 b e d r o o m , 1 ba th , basement , i V z car garage.

MELVINDALE • Large 3 t b e d , f i n i shed b a s e m e n t , garage, new carpet .

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LIVONIA SCHOOLS 3 Bed., 1 bath, c /a, w / 2 car garage, ve ry c lean. $ 9 5 0 / m o .

(248) 5 6 9 - 4 7 5 1

LIVONIA(NW) 3 bed, 2 .5 bath, a l l upda ted , m a n y extras. Ava i l n o w . Pets maybe . $ 1 8 9 5 / m o . 2 4 8 - 7 5 5 - 3 1 2 5

f LIVONIA: 5 Mt le/Levan. Clean 3 b e d r o o m ranch, 1 2 0 0 sq. f t . , f i n -i shed b a s e m e n t w i t h

gas f i rep lace. Appl iances, 2 1 /2 car garage. $ 1 2 0 0 / m o . or $ 1 3 5 0 f u rn i shed . 7 3 4 - 4 3 2 - 0 8 7 7 o r 981 -2559 .

LONG LAKE, TRAVERSE CITY Cot tage 3 Bed, bath. Avai l , week ly J u n e : O c t . S leeps 8., Furn ished. $ 2 , 0 0 0 / w k

2 3 1 - 6 2 0 - 4 0 3 5 (day) 2 3 1 - 9 4 3 - 3 5 5 5 (n igh t )

. Madison Heights - Like new! 2 bed. , $ 6 5 0 /

mo. Plus secu r i t y & cred i t check. Call 2 4 8 - 9 7 7 - 9 2 1 8

NO BANKS REQUIRED! Royal Oak 3 bed rooms ,

remode led bunga low. Finished basemen t w i t h

b e d r o o m & fu l l bath. Ai l app l iances. Centra l air.

A w e s o m e mas te r w / sky -i ight & a 2 .5 car garage! $ 1 8 5 , 0 0 0 2 4 8 - 8 1 5 - 3 7 3 9

NORTHVILLE / S c h o o l s , 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 1 9 0 0 sq. f t . on 5 ac res . 9 / N a p i e r . $ 1 1 9 0 / m o . ( 248 ) 6 1 3 - 3 7 5 2

OAK PARK 9 M I L E & COOLIDGE - 3 Bed, bath, 1 garage, Basement , I m m e d -iate Occupancy . $ 8 9 5 / m o . + secur i ty . 7 3 4 - 3 3 2 - 4 9 6 0

OUR CHARITY Gi f ts y o u r d o w n payment

f o r y o u r h o m e . (248) 615-4653

PLYMOUTH 2 b e d r o o m , 1 0 0 0 sq. f t . newly decorated, (734) 6 5 8 - 3 0 6 6

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PLYMOUTH TWP: 3 b e d r o o m , 1 b a t h r a n c h . A t t a c h e d ga rage . F e n c e d y a r d . $ 1 1 9 5 / m o .

248-735-5464

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Bankrups ty , bad c red i t / d i vo rce okay. Clean.

Appl iances. M o n t h l y payment $ 9 5 0 - $ 1 8 0 0 / m o ,

I CAN HELP YOU! You can do something!) Call now. 7 3 4 - 7 5 1 - 7 4 0 0 , A s k f o r A l , Re /Max 100.

PLYMOUTH- (W. of). 3 bed, b s m t , c o u n t r y se t t i ng , $ 1 3 0 0 / m o . i nc ludes ut i l i t ies.

(734) 4 5 9 - 3 0 5 3

Plymouth: d o w n t o w n , i m m a c -ulate 3 bed, 1.5 bath, f i replace, 1 5 0 0 sq f t , ga rage , fenced yard. $1195 . 7 3 4 - 4 5 5 - 7 2 9 5

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METRO FINANCE 248-709-2244

REDFORD - 2 bed , app l i -ances, fenced yard, s torage shed, $ 6 8 0 / m o . Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 248 -356 -RENT

REDFORD • 3 bed, bsmt , 2.5 baths , 2 car garage, Sect ion 8 ok . $ 8 0 0 / m o . Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 248-356-RENT

REDFORD 2 b e d r o o m , f in -ished basement . , very clean, $ 8 0 0 / m o . Call fo r detai ls.

(313) 522 -5057

REDFORD 3 Bed room bunga-low, bsmt . , lot and a half. A t tached garage, $1100.

(313) 550 -0790

REDFORD 3 Bed room bunga-low. Basement , 2 car garage, nice ne ighborhood . $1100 . 3 1 3 - 2 1 8 - 6 9 8 0 , 313 -790 -5653 .

REDFORD, S, - Ranch, fami ly r o o m , all appl iances, at tached garage $9G0 /mo . Smal l charge RENTAL PROS 248-356-RENT

ROYAL OAK 3 BEDROOM, s u n r o o m , l i v ing room, & d in-ing. Walk to d o w n t o w n Royai oak al l ut i l incl , $ 1 3 5 0 / m o . Call J o h n (248 ) 3 1 0 - 6 4 5 7

ROYAL OAK , updated, 2 bed-r o o m , gran i te ki tchen, c l o s e t o schoo l s & d o w n t o w n . $1200 tease. For sale $214 ,900 . Call (248) 5 4 2 - 5 2 0 4

ROYAL OAK - 3 bed bunga low + of f ice, fu l l basement , wash-er /dryer , 2 car garage, fenced ya rd w / d e c k , pets negot iable. $ 1 1 7 5 / m o . ' 248 -670 -1499

R o y a i Oak - 3 bedrooms, remode led bunga low.

F in ished basement w i t h b e d r o o m & ful l bath. A i l app l iances . Central air. A w e s o m e master w i t h

sky l i gh t & a 2.5 garage! $ 1 , 1 7 5 o r op t ion to buy !

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SOUTHFIEM - 2 bed, air, a p p l i a n c e s , ® garage, buy op t ion . $ 8 9 9 / m o . Smal l charge RENTAL PROS 248-356-RENT

TROY 3 bed br ick Ranch, new app l iances , Garage, lawn care/ s n o w remova l . $ 1 0 9 5 / m o .

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WATERFORD: Lovely ranch 2 bed w a l k - o u t basement.

248-348-5100 #727 RICHTER & ASSOC.

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WEST BLOOMFIELD • 4 Bed., 2 ba th Lake Front w / wa lkout , C/A & garage. $ 1 9 5 0 / m o .

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WEST BLOOMFIELO/BLOOM-FIELD HILLS SCHOOLS.

C h a r m i n g 4 bed. Cape Cod, 2.5 baths , 2 f i rep laces, hard-w o o d f l o o r s , f in ished base-m e n t , f enced yard, deck, 2 car garage, immed ia te occupancy. $ 2 , 1 5 0 / m o . o r lease w i t h op t i on .

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WESTLAND Livonia schools . 3 b e d r o o m , garage, fenced yard , $ 1 0 9 5 / m o . Sect ion 8 ok. 7 3 4 - 5 0 4 - 0 1 3 7

W E S T L A N D - 3 bed r a n c h , a v a i l a b l e n o w , f e n c e d y a r d . $ 7 5 0 / m o . S m a l l c h a r g e . R E N T A L P R O S 7 3 4 - 5 1 3 - R E N T

WESTLAND - 3 bed, 2 bath ranch, app l iances, basement f e n c e d y a r d , c/a, garage. $ 1 0 9 5 . 7 3 4 - 7 1 6 - 3 8 3 8

WESTLAND - 3 bed room, air, fu l l basement . New roof , car-pet, t i le, ho t water tank. Pets neg . $ 1 2 5 0 / m o . w / o p t i o n . 3 5 2 0 8 Fairchi ld 734 -461 -3155

WESTLAND - Ranch, appl i -ances , f e n c e d f o r pets. $ 7 0 0 / m o . Smal l charge. RENTAL PROS 734-513-RENT

WESTLAND 3 Bed., 1.5 bath ranch. App l iances inc l , f in-ished bsmt . , L ivon ia schools . $ 1 0 0 0 . 7 3 4 - 5 7 S - 2 9 6 3

WESTLAND very nice 2 bed-r o o m , al l appl iances, $1050. Sec t ion 8 we l come . Deposit negot iab le . 7 3 4 - 5 1 3 : 6 7 5 6

WESTLAND- 2 homes. Very n i ce . 2 & 3 bed f r o m $ 6 7 5 / m o . A lso Dearborn apt. avail. 2 4 8 - 9 7 4 - 7 1 8 8 .

WESTLAND: ( G l e n w o o d -Venoy ) n o w Avai l . Nice 2 bed ranch, air, carpet , fence, f r idge, $ 7 5 0 / m o . 3 1 3 - 4 1 8 - 9 9 0 5

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» i t 5 , L o a r s a r a 9 8 ' • L I V O N I A - I ' b e d r o o m , 1 .5 bath, f i r e p l a c e "basement , 2 car garage, : $ 1 2 9 5 / m o . • L I V O N I A - 2 b e d r o o m , 2 .5 ba th , 2100+ , sq : f t . , b s m t , aaraae. $2100/mo • N O R T H V I L L E • 4 b e d r o o m , 3 .5 ba th , f i n i s h e d b s m t , 3 1 0 0 + sq. f t , ,3 car garage, $ 3 6 5 0 / m o . J • N O V I - 3 bed room, 1 ba th , f i n i shed bsm|t, 2 car garage, $ 1 4 9 5 / m o . j J • R E D F O R D - 3 b e d r o o m , 2 . bath, bsmt , Z ca r garage, $ 1 1 9 5 / m o . i

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Cabo San Lucas, MEX. Hac i -enda De imaf j l u xu ry c o n d o , s leeps 6 , 1 bed, jacuzzi . 3 / 1 5 -3 / 2 2 / 0 4 . $ 7 2 5 , 2 4 8 - 4 7 4 - 5 6 2 2

OAYTONA BEACH FL rent 1 w e e k . ($1000) - o r b u y ( $ 1 0 , 0 0 0 ) o c e a q s ide t i m e share. 1 bed room, p ick y o u r week . (248) 6 4 6 - 9 0 5 6

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BAY VIEW NEIGHBOR n o n -s m o k i n g 2 b e d r o o m h o u s e c lose t o s k i i f i f l : A c r o s s c o u n -t ry . $150 /day § 8 6 - 7 3 1 - 6 8 2 7

NAPLES, FLORIDA Deluxe Condo 1 <Bed„ 2 ba ths , Centra l air, Laundry fac i l i t ies , C l u b h o u s e , - < N o - p e t s , p o o l . I m m e d i a t e O c c u p a n c y . O n -site res taurant , 7 ' d a y m i n .

2 4 8 - 3 4 3 - 9 1 2 9

OCALA FL rental . 3 b e d r o o m , 2 baths . New f u r n i s h e d h o m e , a v a i l a b l e ' i m m e d i a t e l y . $ 2 5 0 0 / m o (734 ) 4 5 9 - 4 8 9 4

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BIRMINGHAM H o u s e t o s h a r e w i t h n o n -s m o k i n g f e m a l e $ 4 8 5 p e r m o n t h . c m , 2 4 8 - 9 5 3 - 0 3 3 8

CANTON: Beau t i f u l n e w e r h o m e on 9 acres, c lean, qu ie t large r o o m , $ 3 2 5 / o i o , i nc ludes ut i l i t ies. , (734) 7 8 8 - 0 3 4 2

GARDEN CITY " B e d r o o m . Share k i t c h e n / l i v i n g r o o m / cab le /u t i l i t i es j ' ac /washer /d rye r N o n - s m o k e r . , 7 8 4 - 5 2 4 - 0 4 0 2

LIVONIA - Separate en t rance, jacuzz i , poo l tab le , t a n n i n g p o s s i b l e , $ 1 5 0 / w k . $ 6 0 0 secur i ty . (734) 7 7 7 - 1 1 4 6

WESTLAND W a y n e & Marque t te a r e a , f e m a l e r o o m -mate wan ted Ful l h o m e p r i v i -l eges . $ 3 S 0 / m o . I n c l u d e s ut i l i t ies . ( 7 3 4 ) 7 2 2 - 1 3 0 6

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Canton Townsh ip is accept ing app l ica t ions f o r the pos i t ion of Aqua t i c Cen te r Coord ina to r . Mus t be at least 18 yrs of age w i t h p r e v i o u s s u p e r v i s o r y exper ience. Current ly cert i f ied o r ab i l l i t y t o secure cer t i f icat ions. Abi l i ty to w o r k days, even ings, weekends and hol idays o r f lex ib le schedule. Abi l i ty to w o r k days , evenings, w e e k e n d s a n d ho l idays o r f l ex ib le schedu le ( 1 0 - 2 5 t i rs /wk) Appl icat ions, can be p icked up at t he Can ton Townsh ip Human Resources D i v i s i on 1 1 5 0 S. Can ton Center Rd., Canton, M i 48188 . An app l ica t ion f o r m is also ava i lab le o n the Can ton T o w n s h i p w e b s i t e at w w w . c a n t o n - m i . o r g . A l l app l i can ts m u s t comple te a Canton Townsh ip appl icat ion f o r m in i ts ent i rety and be received by Canton Townsh ip H u m a n R e s o u r c e s p r i o r t o 4 p m . , February 13, 2004. The Charter Townsh ip of Canton does no t d isc r im ina te on the basis o f race, color, nat ional or ig in , sex, re l ig ion, age or d isab i l i t y in e m p l o y m e n t o r the prov is ion o f services. An Equal Oppor tun i t y Employer.

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o r Job Search Assistance in t r u c k d r i v ing , m e d i c a l career , mach in ing , se rv ice indust ry , etc. Income el ig ible call Karen 248 -586 -8924

AUTO BILLER Large Westside Ford dealer l ook i ng for the exper ienced dealersh ip biller. We offer exc. pay p lan & benefi t package, Blue Cross, dental, prescr ip-t ion , v is ion, match ing 401K , l i fe and disabi l i ty . insurance, paid vacat ion and "a f ive day w o r k week. Apply in person: Bryan, Pat Mi l l iken Ford ELC LLC, 9 6 0 0 Telegraph, Redford.

AUTO PARTS COUNTER SALES

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(734) 421-5700

AUTO PORTER Clean dr iv ing record w/va l id d r i ve r ' s license required. App ly in pe rson at Accurate Cofl ision 12375 Merr iman Rd., L ivonia

AUTO PORTER Large Wests ide Ford dealer look ing for the r ight Individual. We of fer exc. pay plan & bene-f i t package, Blue Cross, dental , prescr ipt ion, vis ion, ma tch ing 401K, life and disabi l i ty insur-ance, paid vacat ion and a f ive day w o r k week. Great d r iv ing record a must . Apply in person only to : Steve Shipley at Pat Mi l l i ken Ford ELC LLC, 9 6 0 0 Telegraph, Redford.

AUTO TECHNIC !ANS

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CAFETERIA WORK • No n igh ts , weekends, ho l idays . H o u r s negot iab le . Cal l be tween 8 & 10am, ask for Ruth 734 -523 -8880

CANVASSARS M i c h i g a n ' s leading h o m e improvement co. is looking f o r f u l l - t ime ,se l f -mo t i va ted can -vassars . Pay range is $350 -$ 1 6 0 0 wkly. Overt ime & paid t ra in ing available. Sales expe-r ience preferred, but not nec-essary. Contact Director Br ian Brooks at 734 -748 -9790 o r Dave Jones, 734-634-6575 .

CARPENTERS Call G.C.I. Experienced

Residential Roughers Only. 734-513-9800 ; 734-520-0922

CARPENTERS (ROUGH) WANTEO

M u s t have 5 yrs . experience. 1 -810-523-6404

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CLEANER NEEDED From 1 2 p m - 5 p m Mon-Fr i . in the Wayne area. Call (734) 479 -0550 , ext. 910.

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734 -283 -6934

CLEANING POSITIONS Part t ime pos i t ions avai lable immediate ly In the P l y m o u t h area. Must have own t rans-por tat ion. Experience he lp fu l bu t not necessary, Two open-ings, 12 o r 14.5 hours per week, evenings. In te rv iews w i l l be held on Tuesday 2 /10 /04 , f r o m 10:00 a m to 4 :00 p .m. at the:

Quality Inn (service dr ive jus t W. of I -27& , next t o Don Massey Au to Dealer), 40455 Ann A rbo r Road, P l ymou th , M l 48170.

METROPOLITAN BUILDING MAINTENANCE

CLEANING T & K House Clean-ing Service n o w h i r ing. M u s t be 21 or o lder & have o w n t ranspor ta t ion . 2 4 8 - 5 8 3 - 8 3 4 7

CNC FUJI LATHE PRODUCTION OPERATOR

Immed ia te open ing on the day sh i f t f o r a CNC Fuji Lathe P r o d u c t i o n Operator. Hours are 6 a m -6 p m Mon . - Fri. w i t h s o m e Sa tu rday w o r k . Paid Medical, Dental, L i fe & Hol idays after 90 days e m p l o y m e n t . Pa id Vacations, bonus. Clean, new plant.

App ly in person o r send resume:

LOC PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC.

13505 Hagger ty Road P lymouth , M l 4 8 1 7 0

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G r o w i n g m a n u f a c t u r e r h a s an immediate need for a CNC Mi l l Depar tment Manager . The success fu l cand ida te mus t have the f o l l o w i n g qua l i f i ca t ions : Ex tens ive CNC Mil l experience & p ro -vide references. The ab i l i ty to successful ly manage 60+ mil l hands that span the day and n ight shi f ts and line up the n ight shi f t depar tmen t superv isor . 8e w i l l ing and able to w o r k the 12 hr. sh i f t M - F and some Saturdays.

W e offer a very compet i t i ve benefi t package

Please send resumes to : Box 0789

Observer & Eccentr ic Newspapers

36251 Schoolcraf t Rd. Livonia, M l 48150 .

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Manager Large M ich igan C o m m u n i t y Assoc ia t ion Management Co. seeking profess ional , respon-sible, se i f -mot iva ted manager f o r pos i t ion in the West iand area. Excel lent c o m m u n i c a -t ion ski l ls and exper ience in al l aspects of p roper ty m a n -agement requ i red . . App l i can t shou ld have s t rong organiza-t i ona l sk i l l s w i t h f i nanc ia l , manager ia l , c o m p u t e r exper i -ence - and f am i l i a r i t y w i t h property maintenance.

Submi t resume t o AACAM, 3131 Professional Dr ive,

Ann Arbor, M l 48104

COMPANY DRIVERS/ OWNER OPERATORS

Semi exper ience, f la t bed. CDL qua l i f i ed f o r OTR. Compet i t ive wage & bene-f i ts . Call 7 3 4 - 3 2 6 - 6 9 0 0 .

Fax 7 3 4 - 3 2 6 - 7 2 2 0

COST ACCOUNTANT 100+ mi l l ion do l lar au tomot i ve manufac tu r ing Co look ing t o r ful l charge Cost Accoun tan t .

Mus t have repet i t ive, integrated manu fac tu r ing

experience, au tomot i ve a p lus. Bachelors degree In

Account ing. M u s t be w i l l i ng t o spend up t o 5 0 % of t ime on manufac tu r ing f loor . Please

fax resume to : 8 1 0 - 2 2 5 - 8 6 5 4

CUSTOM 21 SO sq . f t . Cape Cod, many ext ras. Acreage. 2 4 x 3 6 barn . $ 4 5 0 , 0 0 0 . Appo in tmen t ( 248 ) 4 8 6 - 5 3 1 4

Customer Sales/Service

2004 EXPANSION ALL

STUDENTS Entry level w i t h no exper ience needed. Great f o r s t u d e n t & 2nd income. Cond i t i ons appiy, mus t be 18+.

Cail n o w (734) 5 2 2 - 4 1 4 0 Or Vis i t : w o r k f o r s t u d e n t s . c o m

Direct Care - Management Pos i t ions : S u p p o r t e d L i v i ng Special ists needed in Western w a y n e County ; w o r k w i th t w o people in t he i r o w n h o m e ; provide suppo r t acco rd ing t o the agreed u p o n se rv i ces ; t r a i n a n d s u p e r v i s e o the r wo rke rs ; s c h e d u l e s u p p o r t workers, as needed; comple te and main ta in requ i red records; $8 .70 per hou r t o start p lus benefi ts. Call 7 3 4 - 7 2 8 - 4 2 0 1 -ment ion "Special ist" posi t ion.

Oirect Care: Pos i t i ons avai l-able w o r k i n g w i t h people in their homes ; compe t i t i ve pay & benef i ts ; a l l s h i f t s ; pa id t ra in ing, great people, mean-ingfu l w o r k . 7 3 4 - 7 2 8 - 4 2 0 1

DRIVER Bu i ld ing Mater ia ls in Livonia. Class B. Send

resume to : 3 0 6 4 3 Schoo lc ra f t Rd., L ivonia, M i 48150 .

DRIVER fu l l - t ime a f t e rnoon sh i f t , Detroi t Bio Med ica l Lab,

23955 Freeway Park Dr, 10 Mi le /Grandr iver area, 1 b lock

sou th of t he Hol iday Inn. App ly in person.

DRIVER RECRUITER E X P E R I E N C E D

F a x r e s u m e s t o 7 3 4 - 6 4 1 -4 3 7 6 o r m a i l w / e m p l o y m e n t h i s t o r y & s a l a r y r e q u i r e -m e n t s t o : N a n c y B a l d f n i , R u s h T r u c k i n g , P.O. B o x 1011, W a y n e , M l 48184 . N o ca l l s , p l e a s e .

DRIVER/VENDING ROUTE Exp'd. Medica l , p rescr ip t ion , 401K, etc. M u s t have good dr iv ing record . 7 3 4 - 2 0 7 - 8 3 6 8 .

Drivers GET HOME EVERY DAY!

2 0 0 OPENINGS Drivers & Owner Operators

• P r imary Runs • Great Freight

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DRIVERS- CDL-A f o r l o c a l d e l i v e r i e s . Pa id

medical & dental . Call: 7 a .m,-5 p .m. 7 3 4 - 7 2 2 - 9 5 8 1

E--COAT FOREMAN Full t ime , a f t e r n o o n sh i f t , knowledge hang ing p roduc -t ion / p ro to t ype wo rk , g o o d people sk i l ls . Great benef i ts. A p p l y PO Box 5 3 1 1 1 7 , Livonia, 4 8 1 5 2

EARN $1,600-$S,500 WEEK-LY Answer ing Su rveys On-line $ 2 5 . 0 0 per su rvey ! FREE reg is t ra t ion! Guaranteed pay-checks ! M y s t e r y s h o p p e r s needed! $ 5 7 . 0 0 / h o u r s h o p -p ing ! FREE G o v e r n m e n t g ran t s ! $ 1 2 , 0 0 0 - $ 5 0 0 , 0 0 0 l Everyone qua l i f i ed ! w w w . R e a l C a s h P r o g r a m s . c o m

EDM OPERATOR

Mus t have exp. i n set up & operat ion of maf iua l an CNC (Mi tsub ish i ) EDM. We o f fe r excel lent bene f i t s , s teady ove r t ime , c o m p e t / t i v e wages and and a i r -condi -t ioned faci l i ty. Wages c o m -mensurate w i t h exper ience.

E.O.E. Cail, apply in person, mai l ,

o r fax resume to ;

Moel ler Manu fac tu r ing 43938 P l y m o u t h Mi . 48170

7 3 4 - 4 1 6 - 0 0 0 0 7 3 4 - 4 1 6 - 2 2 0 0

Electronics Technician Electronic Safety Sys tems Co. seeks h igh ly mo t i va ted pe rson for technica l sa les /suppor t at West land faci l i ty. Mus t pos -sess knowledge of electr ical c i r cu i t d i a g r a m s & ladder logic. Exp. a p lus , bu t no t requ i red . L o c a l t r ave l requ i red . S t a r t i n g sa l a r y $ 3 u , 0 0 0 - $ 4 0 , 0 0 0 . P e r f o r m -ance incent ives, + car a l low-ance. Benef i ts. Fax resume t o Mr. James at: 7 3 4 - 4 6 7 - 7 3 1 1

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT F a r m i n g t o n Hi l ls c o r p o r a t e h e a d q u a r t e r s o f f i ce has a d y n a m i c o p p o r t u n i t y f o r an Execu t i ve Ass i s t an t t o t he Pres ident w i t h a m i n i m u m of 3 - 5 y r s exp. Creat ive let ter w r i t i ng & sho r thand o r speed-wr i t i ng are required. Mus t be a take-charge person, ext remely pro fess iona l , and capable of m a k i n g dec is ions . Prof ic iency w i t h M S Word , Excel & exp. w i t h t r a v e l a r r a n g e m e n t s a mus t . W e of fer an exc. salary, f u l l benef i t package, pleasant w o r k env i r onmen t . Please fax resumes t o 2 4 8 - 3 2 4 - 1 5 0 2 EOE

EXP. GENERAL MAINTENACE HVAC know ledge helpful , fu l l t ime .

7 3 4 - 4 3 2 - 7 1 0 5

EXP. HI-LO DRIVER For sh ip -p ing & receiv ing, good people ski l ls , g rea t benef i ts. App ly PO Box 5 3 1 1 1 7 , Livonia, 4 8 1 5 2

FAMILY SERVICE COUNSELOR

Loca l Funeral Home is look ing f o r a ma tu re , profess ional , and g regar ious indiv idual to assist fami l i es in m a k i n g funera l pre-a r r a n g e m e n t s . Cand ida tes m u s t possess a t rue desire to help o the rs and be a good l is tener . P o s s e s s i o n of a l im i ted l i fe insurance l icense prefer red. For more info call

Don at: 7 3 4 - 5 9 1 - 3 7 0 0 •

FIRE SPRINKLER/ PIPE FITTER

Full T ime. Immed ia te opening. Exp 4 - 5 y rs . Benef i ts in 6 mo. Val id d r i ve r s l icense.

3 1 3 - 2 5 5 - 0 0 5 5 .

FOOD DELIVERY G r o w i n g n o n - p r o f i t needs y o u r h e l p . Rescue s u r p l u s per ishab le f o o d & del iver t o peop le in need. D r i v i ng exper ience preferred. Full t ime Mon-F r i . days . Fax resume to :

248-350-9928

GATEHOUSE ATTENOANT P a r t - t i m e , f o r D e a r b o r n He igh ts area apar tmen t c o m -mun i ty . Great oppo r tun i t y f o r r igh t pe rson . Please call:

( 313 ) 562 -3988 .

GENERAL LABORER/ DELIVERY DRIVER

For c o u n t e r t op company in Pont iac . W i l l t ra in. Good d r i v -ing reco rd a mus t . $9 /hour , benef i ts . Call 2 4 8 - 3 3 8 - 1 2 3 8

GENERAL LABORERER/ DELIVERY DRIVER

Va l i d d r i v e r ' s l i cense requ i red . (313) 5 3 4 - 8 0 3 4

GOVERNMENT JOBS Earn $ 1 2 - $ 4 8 . 0 0 an hour. Full ben-e f i t s , p a i d t r a i n i n g on H o m e l a n d Secur i t y , L a w en fo rcemen t , Wi ld l i fe , Clerical, A d m i n i s t r a t i v e & more .

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GROUNDS PERSON

Full t i m e pos i t ion f o r person w h o en joys w o r k i n g ou tdoors . M u s t be m o t i v a t e d , deta i l o r ien ted, able to w o r k w i t h l i t t le s u p e r v i s i o n and rel iable. S o m e w e e k e n d s requ i red . Does n o t inc lude s n o w r e m o v a l o r lawn c u t t i n g . Prev ious exper ience a plus. Excel lent wages & benef i ts . Fax r e s u m e to 7 3 4 - 4 5 5 - 1 1 5 9

HAIR CARE J o h n Ryan Associates needs f r iend ly , ou tgo ing s ty l is ts t o serv ice o u r g r o w i n g cl ientele in F a r m i n g t o n , W a r r e n & L ivon ia . Cal l 1 - 8 0 0 - 5 5 2 - 4 8 7 0

HAIR STYLIST P rog ress i ve B loomf ie l d Salon. Rental or c o m m i s s i o n . Pai* vacat ions . Cail Denise: 24U-763 -2060

HAIRSTYLIST, NAIL TECH, & MASSAGE THERAPIST

For P l y m o u t h salon. Cail K i m , 7 3 4 - 4 5 9 - 4 0 0 1

Hir ing for 2004 Postal Positions $500 -51520 'WEEK-LY p lus fu l l federal benef i ts. E n t r y - p r o f e s s i o n a l level . No e x p e r i e n c e necessary . Paid t ra in ing /vaca t ions . Green Card 0 K . 1 - 8 6 6 - 3 1 7 - 0 5 5 8 ext 805

HIRING FOR 2004 POSTAI POSITIONS * $ 1 4 . 8 0 -$36 .00+ /HR. 'Federa l hire w i t h fu l l benef i t s *No exper ience necessary *Pa ld t ra in ing and vacat ions "Green Card O.K. Call 1 - 8 6 6 - 3 1 7 - 0 5 5 8 ext. 4001

Hotel M i ss i on Po in t Resort has f u n & c h a l l e n g i n g pos i t i ons avai lable In the i r Farmington Hi i ls Sales Off ice.

RESERVATION AGENT Full and Part T ime Posi t ions avai lable n o w th rough October, f l ex ib le h o u r s (days & w e e k e n d s ) . Heavy i n c o m i n g ca l l s , c o m p u t e r keyboard sk i l l s r equ i red , o u t g o i n g persona l i ty to make reservat-ions f o r o u r beaut i ful Mach inac Is land Reso r t . No hote l exper ience required. $8.25/hr .

Please cal l 248 -488 -3200 .

HOUSEKEEPER/PORTER f o r 1 Men ' s l ocke r r o o m , Great pay, exc. bene f i t s . Full t ime. Red Run Goif Club, 2036 Rochester Rd, Royai Oak.

Apply In person Thurs. Feb 5 f r o m 1 0 - 2 p m .

HOUSEKEEPING Ful l t i m e Mon-Fr i , part t ime Fri, Sat , Sun. $8 per hr. App ly at re t i re-men t commun i t y , Grand Cour t F a r m i n g t o n Hi l ls , 3 6 5 5 0 Grand River. No phone cal ls .

HVAC INSTALLATION TECH h igh school grad, 5 y rs exp. va l id dr ivers l icense & leader-sh ip ability. Call 7 3 4 - 4 2 2 - 1 6 0 0 or fax resume 7 3 4 - 4 2 2 - 1 6 1 6

HVAC INSTALLERS/ SERVICE TECHS

Experience only, es tab l i shed company , year round w o r k , benef i ts, fax resume inc lud ing sa lary requirements.

734 -261 -6968

HVAC RESDENTIAL NEW CONSTRUCTION

INSTALLERS Call (810) 632-9022

INTERIOR DESIGNER/ARCHITECT

D r a w & des ign f u r n i t u r e . W o r k w i th coo l people. Bul id Houses - Live Wel l , if y o u are ta lented, exper ienced, s a w y , professional , self mo t i va ted , v e r y organ ized, e x t r e m e l y dedicated to the p ro fess ion and are hard w o r k i n g I bet y o u w i l l like the package. Forward resume to Human Resources, Oept #277 , 330 East Map le , B i rm ingham, Ml 48009 .

JAPANESE OFFICE Seeks FT o f f i ce s ta f f Degree, Japanese/ Engl ish f l uency , PC k n o w l e d g e Required. Please cal l

313 -567 -0120 ex. 217

JEWELER'S APPRENTICE Learn to set d i a m o n d s & repa i r jewel ry . P r o f e s s i o n a l t ra in ing. Earn up t o $20/hr . Star t pay $8-$10/hr .

Dale, 734 -525 -3200 .

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LABORERS & CONCRETE FINISHERS

immedia te pos i t ions avai lable. (734) 4 5 9 - 0 8 9 4

LATHE HAND, MANUAL Ful l - t ime pos i t ion f o r a p ro to -t y p e mach ine s h o p in P lymouth . Mus t have recent exp. on manual lathe. Pay is b twn . $ l 3 - $ 1 6 / h r . depend ing on ski l l level. Face t o face in terv iew required. Qual i f ied, in terested candidates please emai l MS Word resume to :

car r ie .ves t rand@rcmt .com or fax: 248 -350 -0200

LATHE OPERATOR M u s t have m i n 5 y r s . e x p . o n large, pro to type parts. Ful l -t ime, benefits. App ly by mai l o r in person t o : 3 3 1 0 0 Capitol , L ivonia, M l 48150.

734 -427 -8550

LEASING CONSULTANT For large proper ty manage-men t company. Good pay & benef i ts. Please fax resumes to 248 -799 -7050

LEASING CONSULTANT f u l l - t i m e , f o r D e a r b o r n Heights area apar tmen t c o m -muni ty . Experience requi red. Great oppo r t un i t y f o r r i g h t person. Please call

( 3 1 3 ) 5 6 2 - 3 9 8 8 .

LEASING CONSULTANT par t - t ime, for Canton apar t -m e n t c o m m u n i t y . Great oppor tun i t y f o r r ight person. Experience required.

Please call (734 ) 397 -1080 .

LOAN OFFICERS W o r k f rom home o r o f f ice,

fu l l or part t ime. Exper ienced only. Realtors we lcome. Call L inda. 248 -569 -9555

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Experienced maintenance s u p e r v i s o r f o r mid-s ize apt. commun i t y . Knowledge in all aspects of main tenance, i n c l u d i n g HVAC. Competi t ive salary and benefits. Live on si te a mus t .

Cail (734) 7 2 9 - 5 0 9 0 Fax (734) 729 -8258

MAINTENANCE 1 FT Work ing Superv isor .

1 PT Maintenance Worker . Hours and days m a y vary.

Send resume t o Carol Eddy Wayne Cty Family Center,

30600 Michigan Ave. West land, 48186

MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE Farming ton Hi l ls p r o p e r t y managemen t C o m p a n y seeks FT or PT Proper ty ma in tenance supe rv i so r . Exper ience . requi red. Fax resume to 248 -865 -7486

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MAINTENANCE Ful l - t ime West land a p t c o m -plex a ha rdwork ing & reliable team player needed. Exp in genera l m a i n t e n a n c e & g rounds a m u s t ! M u s t have t oo l s & re l iab le veh ic le . Possib i l i ty to l ive o n si te for r ight candidate. Benef i ts avail & paid vacat ion af ter 1 yr. Fax resume t o 7 3 4 - 2 6 1 - 1 3 1 8 .

MAINTENANCE MANAGER Exp. ind iv idua l t o do home repai r /maintenance f o r reha-bi l i ta t ion fac i l i t y a n d homes and to teach disable ind iv idu-als to do basic h o m e repair ski l ls. Competat ive wage /ben-efit. Fax resume t o Human Resources: 2 4 8 - 4 7 6 - 4 9 9 0

MAINTENANCE TECH Experienced, f o r large apt. c o m p l e x in F a r m i n g t o n Hi l ls . Mus t be exper ienced in Heat ing & AC. Hours Mon-Fr i , p lus on -ca l l every 3 r d week. P lease tax resume: 2 4 8 - 4 7 8 - 6 8 0 2 .

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

I m m e d i a t e o p e n i n g f o r Maintenance Technic ian f o r a large apa r tmen t c o m m u n i t y . Top compensa t ion and bene-f i ts for a mot iva ted person w i t h previous experience and own too ls . Fax resume w i t h salary requi rements to 734 -455 -1159

MAINTENANCE Wood land Glen Ap ts in Novi seek ing fu l l t ime pe rson . Responsibi l i t ies: HVAC, elec-tr ical , s n o w removal . W i l l i ng to t ra in the r ight person. Benefits include, health, dental, 401K, $10/Hr. Fax resume: 248-349-5425, o r call: 248 -349 -6612 .

MAINTENANCE, Full-Time fo r S o u t h f i e l d A p t s . M u s t have Type I cer t i f ica t ion, exp. in p lumb ing , electr ical , HVAC & take after hou rs on-cal l .

2 4 8 - 3 5 6 - 2 3 5 9 •

MAINTENANCE, Full-Time for Troy Apts . Mus t be HVAC cert i f ied w i th exp., and take after hours on-ca l l .

2 4 8 - 8 7 9 - 2 4 6 6

MAINTENANCE/APT PREP Needed f o r upscale apart-ment c o m m u n i t y in Novi . Posi t ion inc ludes "on cal l ' ro tat ion. Pr ior main tenance exper ience a mus t . Compe t i t i ve h o u r l y wage and bene f t i s package. Un i fo rms p rov ided . Apply in person at Saddle Creek Apts. Call 2 4 8 - 3 4 4 - 9 9 6 6 or Fax resume: 2 4 8 - 3 4 4 - 4 3 5 0

MANAGER WANTED Mechanic s h o p is l ook ing f o r an indiv idual w i t h exp. and knowledge t o organize, man-age, a n d m a i n t a i n f leet of heavy equ ipment o f l r u c k s and trai lers. Call (248 )349-2922 .

MEAT CUTTER Par t t i m e , f l e x i b l e h o u r s .

Town Square Marke t , 25625 Joy Rd. at Beech Daly

MECHANIC WANTED For g r o w i n g landscap ing & s n o w removal co. Exp. o r edu-cat ion required. Call Harvey for interv iew, (248) 676 -0700 .

MECHANIC WANTED t o main-ta in and repair large f leet of heavy e q u i p m e n t a n d l ight and heavy du ty t r u c k s & t ra i l -ers. M u s t be a cer t i f ied diesel mechanic w i t h exper ience,

Call ( 2 4 8 ) 3 4 9 - 2 9 2 2 .

METER READER C o n s u m e r s Energy in L ivonia is cur rent ly accept-ing resumes f o r t he pos i -t ion of Mete r Reader. The pay is $12.39/hr . p lus $.51 cola. We of fer a compre -hensive benef i ts package. You w i l l be r e q u i r e d t o dr ive your o w n vehic le and have fewer than 3 po in ts on your l icense. Pass a pre-emp loymen t test and phys-ical. You w i l l w o r k f r o m y o u r h o m e m o s t days. Please f o r w a r d all resumes to : C o n m s u m e r s Energy, A t t n H u m a n Resources , 11801 F a r m i n g t o n Rd, Livonia, M l 48150 , or fax to (734) 513 -6223 . A n Equal Oppor tun i ty Employer .

Mira Linder Spa -wan ts an exp 'd person in the cosmet i c f ie ld f o r saies, massage thera-pist, make-up art ist , spa direc-t o r and b o o k k e e p i n g . Mus t have exp. Call 2 4 8 - 8 7 7 - 1 4 4 1

MORTGAGE BROKERS Seeking Senior Loan Off icers to net branch. YOU ONLY PAY $600 PER DEAL! Call Linda,

(248) 5 6 9 - 9 5 5 5

Mortgage Loan Officers

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS At Pathway Financial

Top C o m m i s s i o n , Leads, Excel lent bene f i t s package, 401K, Branch Oppor tun i t i es also avaii. Call Ma rk B ige low at 8 0 0 - 7 2 6 - 2 2 7 4 Or Fax Resume t o 2 4 8 - 2 8 1 - 0 3 0 8

MOVIE EXTRAS Earn $200 -$600/per day. A l l looks, ages, types. No exper ience required. TV, , mus ic v ideos , f i lm & commerc ia l s . W o r k w i t h the best.

1 - 8 0 0 - 2 6 0 - 3 9 4 9 ext. 3244

0.0. /1.D.GRINDER HANDS w i th at least 3 y rs exper i -ence. Full benef i ts avai lable i nc lud ing denta l , v i s ion , and 4 0 1 K . Please fax resume to : 7 3 4 - 4 8 5 - 5 9 2 7 .

OFFICE CLEANING Eves, IVz h r s , Mon-Fr i . TROY, L ivon ia & Farming ton areas. App t . , 2 4 8 - 6 1 5 - 3 5 5 4

ORDER PROCESSING in te rna t iona l mach ine safety p roduc ts c o m p a n y is seeking a s e i f - m o t i v a t e d , p roac t i ve ind iv idua l f o r g e n e r a R i e l p in p rocess ing a n d fu l f i l lmen t of c u s t o m e r o rde rs . Candidates m u s t be ab le to w o r k w i t h o t h e r s o r ' i ndependen t l y . S o m e mechan ica l assemb ly w o r k requ i red . No exper ience necessary . Fax resume to : Mr. Sco t t at: 7 3 4 - 4 6 7 - 7 3 1 1

PAINTER Good pay f o r qual i f ied depend-able painter. (888) 534 -1555 .

PAYROLL ACCOUNT ZF Indus t r i es /Lemfo rde r is a w o r l d w i d e designer , manu fac -tu re r & supp l ie r of au tomot i ve c o m p o n e n t s . Due t o o u r g r o w i n g bus iness w e have an immed ia te need f o r an exp. Pay ro l l A c c o u n t a n t . T h e Payro l l Accoun tan t is respon-s ib le f o r mu l t i - s ta te p rocess-ing of b i -week ly payro l l , coo r -d ina t ing the retr ieval of t ime r e c o r d s , u p l o a d i n g t o SAP, r e c o r d i n g expense repo r t r e i m b u r s e m e n t s in ADP, gar-n i shmen t main tenance, mas-ter data c o m p a r i s o n s & addi -t i o n a l pay ro l l s , a c c o u n t i n g f u n c t i o n s as req.To be cons id -e red f o r t h i s o p p o r t u n i t y , app l ican ts m u s t have hands on exp. p rocess ing mul t i -s ta te pay ro l l in ADP, p r o f i c i e n c y w / M i c r o s o f t Excel, W o r d & Ou t l ook .Mus t have a w o r k i n g k n o w l e d g e of SAP. M u s t also have a p roves abi l i ty t o meet deadl ines, insure accuracy, & ma in ta in conf ident ia l i ty . Exc. c o m m u n i c a t i o n sk i l l s & a Bache lo r ' s degree in a related f i e ld are req. To be cons ide red f o r t h i s exc. oppo r tun i t y in o u r Nor thv i i le , M i Technical Center piease send y o u r resume & sa lary h i s to ry in con f idence t o : ZF I n d u s t r i e s , 1 5 8 1 1 Centennia l Dr., Northv i i le , M l 4 8 1 6 7 . ATTN: HR Manager .No Phone cal ls please. EOE

PLATING COMPANY L o o k i n g f o r exp. Platers. Excel lent pay, benef i ts , re t i rement package. Fax resume 3 1 3 - 3 4 1 - 0 3 1 5 o r cal l 3 1 3 - 3 4 1 - 4 7 9 1

f o r a p p o i n t m e n t 1 2 - 3 p m

PLUMBERS NEEDED Expe r i ence p re fe r red . Full t i m e . 7 3 4 - 3 9 8 - 6 9 7 1

PROJECT COORDINATOR C u s t o m w o o d s to re f i x tu re , m f g . seeks en t ry level p ro jec t Coord ina to r , cand ida te m u s t p rocess s t r o n g c o m m u n i c a -t i o n & c o m p u t e r sk i l l s . I nc l ud ing Au to Cad & M i c r o So f t Off ice Produc ts . Excel lent pay & benef i ts . Fax resume/ let ter to: 313 -892 -8503

RECEPTIONIST Love people? Super ior cus-t o m e r se rv i ce sk i l l s? P r o f e s s i o n a l d e m e a n o r ? N a t i o n a l Co is seek ing recep t i on i s t / l ease r w i t h these ski l ls f o r a luxury apt. c o m p l e x in Southf ie ld . Call Ruth ie 2 4 8 - 7 9 9 - 5 2 2 4 X 2 0 3

Receptionist/Mult! Tasker & Porters pa r t t i m e c o u l d b e c o m e fu l l . No exp, w i l l t ra in . Only peop le personal i t ies need app ly . Karen 7 3 4 - 4 2 1 - 7 4 6 7

RESIDENT MANAGER Fu l l - t ime o r f i l l - in need f o r a 124 un i t apt . c o m p l e x in Wayne /Wes t land /Can ton area. Cail f o r deta i ls . 2 4 8 - 3 9 9 - 4 6 4 2

ROOFERS & CARPENTERS

Exper ienced. (313) 8 6 3 - 5 6 8 3

SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Needed t o serv ice c o m m e r c i a l exerc ise equ ipmen t . M u s t have s o m e mechan ica l & e lectr ica l exper ience. Call 8 0 0 - 5 2 5 - 2 7 3 9 x 13

SHOP HELP -AFTERNOONS

Growing Steel Processing Company seeks hard w o r k i n g ind iv idua ls t o jo in our team. W e are cu r ren t l y look ing t o r Saw, Heat Treat, and Planner M i l l Trainees t o w o r k on the a f te rnoon sh i f t . Mach inery and saw ing exper ience helpfu l .

Steel Indus t r ies , Inc. o f fers a compe t i t i ve sa lary and a fu l l benef i t package.

A p p l y in pe rson Mon-Fr i . , 9 a m - 4 p m at: 12600 Beech

Daly Road, Redford . S. o f I96 on the east s ide of the road.

No telephone calls.

M I C R 0 G A U G E S p e c i a l i s t s i n P r e c i s i o n C N C M a c h i n i n g

7350 KENSINGTON ROAD • BRIGHTON. Ml 48116

M a i n t e n a n c e & T e c h Mostly Fanuc Controls . High Production Equipment , Welding a plus. We are a growing production automotive supplier turning various metals on CNC lathers and mills. We are looking for dedicated, hard work-ing and self-motivated individuals. All positions are full t ime and require excellent attendance.

Fax resume to 248-437-9383 > Email to contact person [email protected]

Please do not call. Dental, Health, Prescription, 401k, Profit Sharing

Help Wanted General

SHOWROOM CONSULTANT

Ceramic t i le c o . in S ter l ing Hts. has a fu l l t i m e p o s i t i o n ava i lab le f o r a Showroom Consu l t -ant . Must have sales & des ign experience. Good c o m m u n i c a t i o n sk i l l s a n d PC exper ience . Benefi ts, prof i t shar ing & 401K . Cail: HR Manager : ( 2 4 8 ) 4 7 6 - 7 8 5 0 , ext . 2 2 6 4 or fax resume:-

(248) 4 7 6 - 3 8 2 8

SNOW LABOR Plow d r i ve rs / " $ 1 5 / u p . S idewa lk c r e w ; ' , S12/up . Dispatcher & subs . "

7 3 4 - 9 4 6 - 4 0 1 C

SOCIAL WORKER 3 0 0 bed sk i l l ed n u r s i n g , fac i l i t y is seeking a fu l l - t ime Soc ia l Worker w i t h a Bach-e l o r s Degree in Soc ia l W o r k , and a m i n i m u m of one year experience in lor ig t e r m care. Indiv idual m u s t be a mot ivated sel f -s tar ter t ha t can work independent -ly. Qual i f ied candidates-s h o u l d fax resume to Jackie Z i m m e r m a n : 2 4 8 - 3 3 8 - 0 7 4 4 o r cal l to schedule an app t at 248 -338 -0345 .

MEDI LODGE OF BLOOMFIELD HILLS

5 0 W. Square Lake Rd. . • B loomf ie ld Hills, M i 4 8 3 0 2

STYLIST WANTED For ve ry busy Canton salon, 3 even ings & Sa tu rdays . $ 1 5 / h o u r gua ran teed , Fr iendly a tmosphere.

Call (734) 4 5 9 - 5 5 2 8

TAX PREPARER Part t ime or fu l l t ime pos i -1 t i on . Personal & corpora te tax returns. L ivonia CPA-I f i r m .

Fax resume At tn : Tax Preparer 7 3 4 - 4 6 2 - 1 4 0 6

Or ma i l to : Swad & Company

38701 Seven Mi le Rd. Suite 245

Livonia, M i 48152

T E A C H E R - P R E S C H O O f c S s f u l i / p a r t - t i m e . E x p e r i e n c e ^ neccesary. Please cal l L i v o n i a ^ Lit t le Tots 7 3 4 - 5 9 1 - 6 4 4 0

TEACHERS/ TUTORS NEEDED

P r e m i u m $ $ $ f o r S p e e c h a n d ' £ .

L a n g u a g e & M u s i c § National in -home service, §

Great pay! Great part t i m e j o t ? * ' Fax resume t o 7 3 4 - 8 4 4 - 0 0 7 6

o r calf 734 -844 -0078 -

TELEMARKETER - L i v o n i a ] insurance agency. Eves, fle'xi- > ble h rs & f lexible days. !

(734) 7 4 2 - 0 6 0 0 j

TOW TRUCK DRIVER w i th 2 years exper ience need - ; . ed f u l l t ime. 2 4 8 - 2 5 8 - 7 0 0 0 ' ^

Transpor ta t ion

SWIFT TRANSPORTATION Now Hiring For A:

FLEET MANAGER Swift Offers: Competitive

Compensa t ion Package inc lud ing Benef i ts

a f te r 30 Days, 401K, & S tock Purchase Plan.

Apply in Person or Fax Resume:

Sw i f t Transpor ta t ion 24200 Bell Road .

New Boston, M i 48164 Fax: 734 -753 -5803 '

At tn: Alan Tyson (No Phone Calls Piease)

TREATMENT CASEWORKER n MSW, indiv idual , g r o u p a n d f : f am i i y counse l ing w i t h a d o l e s - S cent males in a res ident ia l £ se t t ing . Residential exper ience?: prefer red. Full t ime w / b e n e - « f i ts . Cal l f o r appt. at ts

313 -846 -6942 ~

TREATMENT COORDINATOR;: Needed for h igh- tech d e n t a l ; : o f f ice. M i n i m u m 5 yrs . e x p ' . i m f denta l computer s c h e d u l i n g , ; ; insurance bi l l ing & t rea tmen t £ p lann ing. Pract iceWorks den-Sc ta l s o f t w a r e . Great sa la ry , -benef i ts & bonuses . $ 1 8 - £ $25/hr . Fax resumes on l y : ~

2 4 8 - 5 6 9 - 7 9 1 4 «

TRUCK DRIVER • w i t h 2 y rs 14 exp . & c h a u f f e u r s l i cense . | M u s t have g o o d d r i v i n g 3 record . Apply in pe rson 1 3 1 7 0 $ M e r r i m a n Rd., L ivonia 4 8 1 5 0 . |

TRUCK DRIVER | Mus t have chauf feurs l icense. § Wi l l a lso clean up shop , pack- n age & band sk ids, s h i p p i n g ' s " rece iv ing. Apply in pe rson 3 3 1 0 0 Capi to l , L i v o n i a 4 8 1 5 0 . 7 3 4 - 4 2 7 "

a r son tow i i a , M i £ 7-8550 ' l

Truck Mechanic EXPERIENCED

• M u s t be cert i f iable • G o o d pay • B e n e f i t s * 401K

Metro Ford Dealer Fax resume to :

248-347-2889 , attn: J im Kay -

WAREHOUSE & RECEIVING * A leader in t he a p a r t m e n t H s u p p l y i ndus t r y Is s e e k i n g * ind iv idua ls for the f o l l o w i n g I pos i t ion : Warehouse a n d Re- *• c e i v i n g . Future e m p l o y e e •; m u s t have a va l id d r i ve r ' s i l i cense and re l iab le t r a n s - J p o r t a t i o n to a n d f r o m loca t ion . Future emp loyee- ( * m u s t posses the f o l l ow ing ! t a t t r ibutes: rel iabil i ty, a c c o u n t ; i abi l i ty, dependabi l i ty, ab i l i t y & : i i f t 1 0 0 . lbs. ad have the" j w i l l i ngness t o learn n e w tasks ; and chal lenges. App l ica t ions -accepted at 12096 M e r r i m a n :

RD. L ivon ia 4 8 1 5 0 . No : app l ica t ions w i l l be accepted ; after Feb. 1 6 , 2 0 0 4 . . *

WAREHOUSE ' PERSONNEL i

Progressive, g r o w i n g c o m p ' ; any look ing for exper ienced • wa rehouse pe rsonne l . ' Qual i f icat ions include excel lent ! o rgan isa t ion , c o m m u n i c a t i o n , & ma th skil ls and abi l i ty t o l i f t i up t o 7 0 lbs. Benefits inc lude > BC/BS medica l and denta l , 1

paid hol idays and vacat ion. ; Fax resume to Attn: Richard !

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ANIMAL LOVERS! RECEPTIONIST/ASSISTANT

for fast paced progressive Westland vet hospital.

734-261-5900 or fax resume 734-261-6254

APPLIANCE REPAIR SERVICE

Exp. necessary. Steady work. 248-945-3693

BOOKKEEPER Self-mot ivated indiv idual to handle Account Payable/ Receivable, job costing, other general accounting matters in a small W. Bloomfield real estate investment off ice. Prof ic ient in Peachtree, QuickBooks & Excei. Three-quarters to ful l- t ime. Salary commensurate wi th exp.

Fax resume; 248-538-1526

CLERICAL FULL TIME - off ice assistant, data entry, exp. wi th Microsof t Office. Must be able to accurately complete detail paperwork & handle mult iple tasks s imul taneously. Non smoking. Benefits & training provided. Fax resume to: 734-414-8805 or email to

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Northwest Detroit based man-ufacturer of Corporate Ident-ification and Signage looking to expand our Customer Service and Sales Suppor t Areas. Positions available wi l l include Account Manager, Customer Service Associates and Clerical Suppor t Staff. Candidates should enjoy working in a fast paced envi-ronment and be skilled in the fo l low ing : Mic rosof t Word , Excel, Lotus Notes, AS 400. Organizational and Commun-ication skills a jnust . Excellent opportuni ty for growth and advancement.

Please e-mail resume to chuck, [email protected].

DATA ENTRY Great pay. Flexible hours! Computer required.

1-800-382-4282 ext #63.

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1-800-935-1311 ext. 308

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Part Time Receptionist Immediate opening fo r apart - t ime (Monday through Friday; 1pm-5pm) Receptionist in P lymouth , Ml off ice; handle swi tch-board, Open and distribute mail, process checks, admin assistance to Brokers. Professional de-meanor with office machine & PC experience necessary, Baniking or Fianance ex-perience a plus. Email resume (with salary history) to: [email protected];

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace

FILE CLERK Part-t ime for light f i l ing in

Novi Medical office. Fax inquiries: 248-474-4208

FRONT OFFICE for busy driving school. Mon-Fri, (noon-8pm). Some com-puter exp. preferred. Non-smoking office. Canton area.

(734) 455-8230

GENERAL OFFICE Experienced. Full t ime only.

Cali for interview 313-537-5400

LEGAL SECRETARY Farmington Hills law f i r m seeks experienced l i t igation/appellate secretary. M in imum 3 years. Defense lit-igation, experience required as wel l as knowledge in WordPerfect. Salary to com-mensurate w i th experience. Fax your resume with salary requirements to Cindy at 248-489-1726

LEGAL SECRETARY Ful t or part t ime. Genera! practice. Salary commensu-rate w/exp. (734) 326-2889

OFFICE MGR/BOOKKEEPER Liv ingston Cty. contractor . Reply in confidence to: (248) 347-4260.

PARALEGAL Full t ime, for fast-paced law firm. Litigation experience a plus. Competi t ive salary and excellent benefit pack-age. EEO Send resume to:

322 W. Lincoln Royal Oak, Ml 48067 Fax (248) 544-1191

Emaii rharr [email protected]

RECEPTIONIST Farmington Hills real estate office seeks to f i l i part t ime clerical pos i t ions. Days, evenings and weekends avail-able. Fax resume to

(248) 324-9275

RECEPTIONIST For busy real estate office in Northvii le/ Novi area. Profess-ional wi th good phone skil ls a must ! Par t - t ime days & weekends. Ask for Shannon.

(248) 380-8800

RECEPTIONIST Good phone manners, know! edge of Excel, Microsoft Word helpful, but not necessary, wi l l train. Benefits offered after 90 days. Send resume to: PO Box 40051, Redford, Ml 48240

SECRETARY For expanding law off ice Experience not necessary, but ski l ls are a must. Send resume to: Please send resumes to: Observer Eccentric Newspapers 36251 Schoolcraf t Rd. Box 0795 Livonia, Ml 48150

SECRETARY Part-Time Must know Quickbooks & book-keeping, payables/receivables. Southfield. Cell:248-217-3185

Fax 248-355-5082

SECRETARY Plymouth design company. Part t ime, about 24 hrs/week $9/hr. Must know MS Word Duties: typing, phone, f i l ing mai l ing & errands. Flexible hours. Fax resume to: Ray at:

734-254-1048

Attn: Exp. Dental Hyglenlst & Receptionists

Now hiring for general offices. Fax resume to: 586-997-9210.

CHAIR8I0E DENTAL ASSISTANT

Are you an experienced chairside asst. who wants to grow. If you enjoy people our Bloomf ie ld general Dental office wants to meet you. No eves, or Sats. Benefits avail. Call.

248-645-9831

CHAIRSIDE DENTAL ASSTISTANT

Patient-friendly, experienced, reliable team member needed fo r growing general practice. New facility, full or part time with excellent wage & benefits.

734-525-2552

DENTAL ASSISTANT 2 yrs. exp. General dentistry. Part-time. Commerce off ice.

248-363-5388

DENTAL ASSISTANT Exp. nec-essary. 4 days no weekends. Berkley. Cali: 248-547-7110

Fax resume: 248-547-7176

DENTAL ASSISTANT Are you an experienced assis-tant looking for an opportunity to expand skills and advance professionally In a high quali-ty specialty practice? If you are also bright, personable, motivated and sincerely caring about people and dental health, cali 248-357-3100.

DENTAL ASSISTANT Experienced, reliable, enthusi-astic for a progressive, patient-oriented dental office that appreciates great staff. Call 248-626-6635 or 248-808-4318.

DENTAL ASSISTANT for Novi Office. Fuli t ime. DENTAL EXP. REQUIRED, good work-ing environment. Contact Mary at: 248-347-3700.

DENTAL ASSISTANT Full time w/benefits for busy Livonia general practice. Exp. needed. (734) 522-6770

DENTAL ASSISTANT Full-time position.

Dental experience required. Excellent compensation.

Send resume: 734-464-4778

DENTAL HYG1EHIST For famiiy practice in Livonia. Mon. 9-7, Fri, 9-2, Sat. 9-2. Please call: 734-425-6920

DENTAL PATIENT / COORDINATOR

Full-time. Dental & computer experience required. Laurel Park, Livonia. Excellent envi-ronment. Send Resume:

734-464-4778

DENTAL PATIENT RELATIONS POSITION

Full time Receptionist posit ion for a mature, self-motivated, dependable person w/exp. and exc. communicat ion ski l ls. Dental Assisting a plus. Fax resume to: 734-722-5240

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ POST-TREATMENT

SECRETARY Full-t ime, benefits. Exper-ienced wi th knowledge of dentistry, computers, insur-ance. Some evenings & Saturdays. Southfield area.

Call Marie: (248) 352-7722

FRONT OFFICE Friendly, busy pediatric dental office in Novi seeking ful l t ime individual. Self-starter, com-puter experience a must , Dentech experience helpful.

248-478-3232

ORAL SURGERY ASSISTANT Needed ful l t ime. $10-12 per hr. Will train. Call

248-360-5680

ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANTS- LIVONIA

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our progressive practice. Pr ior exp. is preferred, but we're wi l l ing to train if you ' re commit ted to learning. Full-t ime. Great benefits. Salary commensurate with exp. Send your resume w/salary re-quirements to: Attn: Patti at 33627 Seven Mile, Livonia, 48152 or fax to (248)471-4146

HIRING TOP PAY FOR TOP NURSES FtN's, LPN's • Paid Health

REGISTERED DIETICIAN

ACTIVITY ASSISTANT Experienced with MDS and Documentation

'' Apply at:

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SEASONS 8 3 6 5 Newburgh Road

NURSING CENTER West land, MS 4 8 1 8 5

Phone: 734-416-2000, Ext. 200

RECEPTIONIST - 2 yrs. dental exp. with insurance & patient accounts. Large practice in Commerce. 248-363-5388

TREATMENT PLAN COORDINATOR

Needed part-time. Call 248-433-6000

CAREGIVERS Aizheimers Assisted Living Facility in the Southfield area, has full & part-t ime openings. Day & PM shift. Applications accepted Feb 9 & 10 f rom 9am-12noon. Arden Court, 24005 W.13 Mile Rd., Bingham Farms. (Just E. of Telegraph).

DIRECT CARE STAFF Full/part Days & after-noons. Benefits available for ful l t ime. WCLS trained only. Livonia area. Contact Debbie at 734-524-1361.

EMT'S, PARAMEDICS

NO NIGHTS & WEEKENDS! Part-time manager for

medical equipment and auto fleet.Must be comput-

er literate. Call Janice (248) 559-9400

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Full-time for busy Farmington Health Care

Facility. Email resume to: [email protected]

LPN/RN &/or MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Pediatrics.

Full-time. Southfield. Fax resume: 248-539-1924

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST

Part-time. Responsible person for immediate position. Fax resume to 248-471-9049

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - For podiatry office in Southfield. Exp. desirable. Call Bev at 586-574-0500; fax (586) 574-2694

MEDICAL ASSISTANT Full-time for busy dermatology practice in Westland/Garden City area. Fax resume to

734-762-6682.

MEDICAL BILLER Experience required. Excellent benefits. Competitive salary.

Friendly atmosphere, Plymouth area. Call Maria S.

734-453-6970.

MEDICAL PRACTICE OFFICE MANAGER

Wanted fo r busy OB/GYN practice. 6 doctors, 3 mid-wives, 2 offices, {Southern Oakland, & Northern Wayne County). Medical practice management exp. essential. Fax resumes to: John Anderson ©248-489-4493 or email: [email protected]

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST Full-time fo r Cardiology Practice in Farmington Hills. At least 1 yr. exp. required. Fax resume to: 248-865-9423, ATTN: Laura

Medical Receptionist/ Assistant Part-time, no wk-ends. Bingham Farms. Co-mputer exp. needed, will train. Fax resume: 248-647-1472

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT/COT

Part t ime. Royal Oak/Novi. Fax 248-288-4230.

OPHTHALMIC TECH. Exp. only. Full t ime. Exc.

benefits. Call Terry: 248-356-0098 or fax resume

to: 248-356-4249

OPTICAL LAS Fuli and part-t ime with bene-fits. Experienced only. Direct Optical - Ray 248-553-8270

OPTICAL, Henry Ford OptimEyes is f i l l ing positions for our new Super Vis ion Center in Southgate. Positions avail-able fo r fu l l t ime, hard work ing, & energetic in-d iv iduals include: Opto-metrist, Opticians Optical Sales, Doctor AAssistants& Optometr ic lab staff . Experience, required. Out-standing oral & wr i t ten communica t ion sk i l ls required. Salary c o m -mensurate with experience. Full benef i ts inc luding 401 (k) & optical. Non-smoking environment.

Please fax resume wi th salary history Attn: Toni to: 248-588-9980 or e-mail to r esume@op t imeyes . com. Please include a cover letter wi th the position(s) you are interested in..

PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR

NEEDED Share your office skills and

knowledge teaching adminis-trative medical office skills to

students in private career school. Min. 3 yrs recent field experience and knowledge of computers and related skills.

Wil l t rain to teach. 2-3 days/wk. 8:30 a.rf t-1:00 p.m., $72/day. Call 313-794-6448

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Medical Office. Recovery room Exp. Requ'd/Operating Rroom exp. a +. Fax resume

(248) 855-0046

RECEPTIONIST For GYN office in Farmington Hills. Full/part time. Experi-ence preferred. 248-535-5507

RN/LPN Part t ime for 55 bed SNF home. Dependable, self-moti-vated and loving nurses need-ed. Nursing, Supervision and restorative experience Impor-tant. Send resume to Debbie at: [email protected]

or fax to: 734-458-7113

RN/LPN/MA For busy Bingham Farms pediatr ic off ice. Part-t ime hours. Competitive pay. Cail Myrna or Becky 248-642-7701

BARTENDER & WAITSTAFF Hourly wages. Apply at Sandtrap's on 5, 35780 Five Mile, W./Farmington, Livonia.

BROILER COOK, VEGETABLE COOK &

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CASHIER Full & part- t ime positions. Company benefits. Good pay. Please ask for Sid or Harry: 248-352-7377

' COOK, OiNING ROOM ' i SUPERVISOR & SERVERS ! { Part/Full t ime. Dependable, | > maturg individuals, reliable • | transportation. Must work | { w e l l w i th the elderly, j i Flexible hours, competitive i j wages & benefits. Apply at | i The Grand Court, Farming-1 j ton Hil ls, 36550 Grand j i River, Farmington Hills. • | No phone calls piease. j

COOKS W/EXPERIENCE Apply in person. Nikola's 25225 Telegraph (at 10 Mile).

(248) 355-4695

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FOOD SERVICE BROKER Seeks an individual with food-service sales exp. in the school segment, call ing on foodservice directors. Competi t ive compensat ion package includes company car, bonus, 401k program and insurance. Send resume to Food Service Manager, PO Box 701518, Plymouth, Mi 48170

HIRING ALL POSITIONS! Cooks, Bartender, Wait Staff Must be flexible. Experienced only. Apply in person at: Wheat & Rye, 7291 N. Middlebelt, Westland, Ml 48185.

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TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT SENIOR NETWORK

TECHNICIAN , Qualification: Excellent com-municat ions ski l ls required, both verbal & written. Prior experience in a leadership role. Thorough understanding of Novell products, Cisco elec-t ron ics , Linux, & Mic rosof t server. Responsibilities: Direct supervise and coordinate t ra in ing of technical s taf f . Manage integrity, security and performance of network. Salary $20.08/hr. posting wil l remain open untii fi l led. Apply in person at:: Wayne- Westland Communi ty Schools, 36745 Marquette, Westland. E.O.E.

ANDERSEN/SALES A mult i mil l ion dollar com-pany in the Bui ld ing Products industry (Renewal by Andersen), needs to f i l l 2 local territories surrounding new showroom. No overnight travel. Company issued pre-qualified pre-set appointments. $80,000 + Income potential, Company tr ips & bonuses. For a con-f ident ial interview, fax resume to Attn: Mr Thomas, Anytime: (734) 542-3905

AUTO DEALER NEEDS SALESPEOPLE

With good communicat ion .sjtills. High earning poten-tial, good working condi -t ions. Experience helpful, not necessary. Contact Bob

734-946-0011. r

AUTO SALES NEW & USEO CRESTWOOD DODGE

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CRUISE/TOUR SALES

Wil l train exp or natural born sales people to sell vacations to incoming calls. No cold cal l ing. $8 per hr. + commissions averaging $500-$1300/mo. 30-40 hrs/week. Dearborn. 313-278-4100

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Experienced sales-person wi th builder

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TELEMARKETERS 15 hours per week.

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TARGET 10 MILLION HOMES WITH YOUR AD. Advertise your product or service to approximately 10 mi l l ion households in North America's best suburbs by placing your classified ad in nearly 800 suburban newspapers just like this one. Only 5895 (USD) for a 25-word ad. One pnone call, one invoice, one payment. Ad copy is subject to publisher approval. Call the Suburban C l a s s i f i e d A d v e r t i s i n g N e t w o r k a t 8 8 8 - 4 8 6 - 2 4 6 6 .

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ANNUAL VALENTINES

OAY SALE

Storewide savings up to 20% I Starts February 1.

Open daily 10-5:30. Hitching Post Antique Mall,

1322 M-50. Tecumseh, 517-423-8277.

7000 Absolutely free 7020 Antiques/Col lecti bles 7040 Arts & Crafts 7060 Auction Sales 7080 Rummage Sale/to Market 7100 Estate Sales 7110 Garage Saies 7130 Moving Sales 7140 Clothing 7180 Household Goods 7180 Appliances 7190 Pools, Spas, Hot M s 7200 Bargain Buys 7210 Bicycles 7215 Exercise/Fitness Equipment 7220 Building Materials 7240 Business & Office Equipment 7260 Office Supplies 7280 Cameras & Supplies 7300 Commercial/Industrial

Restaurant Equipment 7310 Commercial/Industrial

Machinery For Sale

7800-7930

Animals/Pets

732Q Computers 7340 7360 Video Games, Tapes, Movies 7380 Farm Equipment 7480 Farm Produce-Flowers,

Plants 7410 U-Pioks 7420 Christmas Trees 7440 Firewood-Merchandise 7450 Hobbies-Coins, Stamps 7460 Hospital/Medical Equipment 7470 Jewelry 7480 Lawn, Garden & Snow

Equipment 7490 Lam, Garden Material 7500 Miscellaneous For Sale 7510 Musical instruments 7520 Spcrting Goods 7525 Tools 7530 Trade Or Sell 7540 Wanted To Buy

W -7800 Animal Services 7810 Breeder Directory 7820 Birds SFisti 7830 Cats 7840 Dogs 7850 Farm Animals/livestock 7860 Horses S Equipment

7870 Horse Boarding-Commercial 7880 Household Pets-Others 7890 Pet Grooming & Boarding 7900 Pet Services 7910 Pet Supplies 7920 Pets Wanted 7930 Los: & Found-Pets

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ANTIQUE ALERT1 Restocking NOW with fresh, top quali ty antiques and collectible "good stuff" fo l-lowing our successful January Sale. Open EVERY DAY, 10-5.

The Great Midwestern ANTIQUE EMPORIUM

5233 Dixie Hwy, Waterford

Antique Show & Flea Market .Sun, Feb 8, 10-3. Southgate Civic Center (Dix Rd, 1 blk. N. of Eureka). Admission $1.50 Dealer info: (734) 281-2541

A U C T I O N A T T H E G A L L E R I E S

Friday, F r t r u a i y H t h E x h i b i t i o n H o u r s

at & 3 0 p.m. h y a y , February 6 t h . 9 ; 3 0 a . m . • 5 : 3 0 p . m . Saturday, February 14th Saturday, February 7 t h . 9 : 3 0 a . m . • 5 : 3 0 p . m .

at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 1 0 t h . 9 : 3 0 a . m . - 5 : 3 0 p . m . Sunday, February 15tti Wednesday, February 1 1 t h . . . , . 9 : 3 0 a . m . • 8 : 3 0 p . m .

at Noon Thursday, February 1 2 t h . 9 : 3 0 a . m . - 5 : 3 0 p . m . Saturday, February 21 i t Thursday, February 1 9 t h . . . 9 : 3 0 a . m , - 8 : 3 0 p . m .

at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 2 0 t h 9 : 3 0 a . m . • 5 : 3 0 p . m .

fBtt VAUTPAWUN6 ' N o t e ( h a t w e a r e n o t o p e n for e x h i b i t i o n o n M o n d a y •All SALE DATES m PARKING, WEDNESDAY EVENING EXHIBITION

VIEW THE ENTIRE CATALOG ON OUR WEBSITE: FEATURING JEWELRY, DECORATIVE ARTS &

V I C T O R I A N FURNITURE F R O M THE ESTATE OF RUTH M . MVERS, 3RIDCEP0RT; JEWELRY

F W T H f ESTATE OF MARGUERITE K A H J v the C O L L E C T I O N OF PECCY LAR0SE,

DETROIT; C A M E R A E Q U i P T M E i S T F R O M T h e ESTAIc O f J O N P. M O R G A N ,

FINE ARTS: JAMES J. M c A U U F F E , SARKIS SARKISIAN, Z O I T A N SEPESHY, SAL A. C O N S O L I ,

ALFRED DEBREANSKI JR., W I L L H O W E FOOTE, T H E O D O R E ROUSSEAU, S C H O O L OF

GEORGE ROMNEY, WATERCOLOR BY GIUSEPPE S G N O R W I .

1 8 t h - 2 0 t h FURNITURE & D E C O R A T I O N S : Q U E E N A N N E , A M E R I C A N EMPIRE, V I C T O R I A N , ARTS k CRAFTS PERIOD FURNISHINGS; A REGINA O A K M U S I C B O X ; U R G E MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURE; F t R N A N D LEGER POTTERY PITCHER; GALLE C A M E O GLASS L A M P BASE, WAVECREST, BRISTOL & CRANBERRY GLASS; STEUBEN, BACCARAT, LALIQUE & WATERFORD CRYSTAL; C O f t H A M TEA & COFFEE SET, W A L L A C E 'ROSEPOINT ' STERLING FLATWARE; CHINESE IVORY CARVINGS; ROYAL D O U L T O N FIGURES; ORIENTAL RUGS k CARPETS F R O M A N T I Q U E T O M O D E R N .

FINE JEWELRY: TIFFANY C . 1 8 9 7 B R O O C H W A T C H , L O N G I N E S A R T D E C O D I A M O N D W R I S T O A T C H , PATEK PHILIPPE C. 1 9 0 0 P E N D A N T W A T C H ,

S A T U R D A Y , F E S R U A R Y 2 1 S T / 1 1 : 0 0 A M : SPECIAL T R A I N & T O Y A U C T I O N FEATURING

THE ESTSTE OF J O H N P. M O R G A N , B I R M I N G H A M , M I C H ; A L S O SEMI A N T I Q U E LEAD

FIGURES & T O Y S F R O M A CROSSE POINTE ESTATE.

CATALOG AVAILABLE IK GALLERY FOR $ 2 5 , OR $ 3 0 POSTAGE PAID.

FINE ART APPRAISERS & AUCTIONEERS SINCE 1 9 2 7

409 East Je f fe rson Ave., D e t r o i t , M i c h i g a n 48226 Phone: ( 313 ) 963-6255 Fax: (313) 963-8199

(Across from the Ren Cen) w w w . d u m o u c h e l l e s . c o m

BARBIE DOLL SHOW Feb. 8 t h . ' Wa/ne Tree Manor, 35100 Va i Born Ftd„ Wayne. 11-3pm. 35. (734) 455-2110

DEL GIUDICE ANTIQUES

We make house calls, estate and private sales and internet sales. Insurance and Estate appraisals. We are also looking to purchase: Fine china, crys-tal, silver, oli paintings, furn i -ture, costume and fine jewelry.

Member of ISA 515 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak

Mon-Sat. 11-6 248-399-2608 Visit our website:

www.deigiudiceantiques.com

GORHAM FLATWARE Strasburg extra large service for 12. All serving pieces, hol-low stemmed butter knives & chest incl. Mint cond. Call fo r details 248 853-7302

LOOKING TO BUY- Mahogany and Oak furniture of all k inds, also collectibles f r om one piece to an entire estate.

734-634-2339

TOY SHOW Royal OaK Farmers market, 316 E. Eleven mile r d . , Royal Oak, Sat FeD. 7, 8 - 3 p m . Admission $4, kids under 12 free, for Info (248) 646-1047

A & J COLLISION 24680 Telegraph,

Southfield, 248-352-4768, Feb. 6th

2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport VIN 1J4FF48S5YI159073 1999 Ford Expedition XLT 4 door Wagon VIN 1FMPU18L1XLC47510 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado 2 door VIN 1G 3EV13L7N U306020 Ford Exp orer 2002 XLT 4 door Wagon, VIN 1FMZU73E82ZB62397

PUBLIC AUCTION Feb. 8 TH„ 1 pm., Viewing 11am.-1pm. , at 380 Fair Street. 1 block N. of 8 mile. 1 block E. of Hilton/Campbell. Partial l isting includes. 1958 Chevy, Elvis Memorabil ia, lots of ant iques & household items. Moving company & commercial equipment includ-ing: 2- 44 f t . freight trailers, skids, ramps, electric pallet jack, storage shelving, cool-ers, pop machines and much much more.

• L IQUIDATION • AUCTION

BUSINESS OFFICE FURNISHING

Saturday - Feb. 7tti 1pm

Lord Corp. • In Technology Park

27200 Haggerty, Ste. B-5 Farmington Hills, Ml

Steelcase Work Stations / Wooden Work Stations / Filing Cabinets / Desks

/ Office Chairs

Cash / MC/Visa AmEx / Discover

No Checks

Doors Open 10am

J.C. Auction Services, Inc. 734-451-7444

jcauctionservices.com

7 1 0 0 Estate Sa les E AN ESTATE SALE

EVERY DAY Great Prices On The Best Selection of Upscale Furni-ture & Decor Accessories. Furnish One Room Or a Whole House. FEATURING: An Outstanding "Duncan Phyfe" Mahogany Dining Room Set. Beautiful Solid Cherry "Wiilet" Dining Room Set. "Burnhardt" Din-ing Room Set. 5-Sofas, some "Henredon", Curios, Entertain Centers, Lamps, Tables, Prints, Oils, Chairs, etc, etc.

RE-SELL-IT ESTATE SALES

34769 Grand River Farmington

248-478-7355 L a y - A w a y s & De l i ve ry Ava i lab le . Da i l y 1 0 a m -6 p m , S u n d a y s 1 2 - 4 p m .

Find the best sales in ssif leds!

"It's All About Results!'

ANNOUNCING 2 GREAT SALES!

By Everything Goes Fri & Sat, Fet)-6 & 7 , 1 0 - 4

# 1 ) 3250 Morn ing View, Bloom Village, N. off Maple (15 Mi.) between Lahser & fcranbrook take Clifton BEAUTIFUL HOME FILLED With quality furniture, lots of antiques, great access, appliances, pool table, 100's of golf clubs & wood shafts, Woodard furniture, Grandmother clock, tool shop, electronics & morel #2) Cail 248-988-1077

for Address & Directions STUNNING MANSION

Features Antiques; 10 pc wicker set, dining table & chairs, oriental rugs, tables, chairs, benches, rockers, chests, glassware, silver, artwork, linens, curio items, etc. Quality furn ish ings, golf, sports tools, crafts, silks & much, much more. More Info: 248-988-1077 Office: 248-855-0053

7100 Estate S a l e s E ANOTHER GREAT

ESTATE SALE

BY IRIS Fri-Sat. Feb.6-7,10-4 3521 Big Beaver Rd.

( 1 6 mile) On Big Beaver between Woodward & Coolidge

100 YEAR OLD HOME FILLED TO THE BRIM!

DON'T MISS THIS TREASURE HUNT!

•CONTENTS INCLUDES: •Antique, "Ives" Square. Grand Piano • 6 f t . Dresden Statue •Full size marble pedestal

•Beautiful Antique furniture

•Hundred 's of books, Lots of art, Hundred's of small collectibles •LOTS & LOTS MORE!!

A GREAT DEALER SALE! DON'T MISS IT!

2 4 8 - 2 1 7 - 7 1 6 1

2 4 8 - 6 2 6 - 6 3 3 5 Appraiser & Liquidator for 40 Yrs In Metro Area.

CHERYL & COMPANY ESTATE SALE

Feb. 6-8th, 10am-4pm 36047 Rolf

W./Wayne, off Avondale Furniture, some '50's,

Stewart Temple dining set, bedroom sets, TV, old bike,

tools, home is for sale. 734-753-5083

DUMAR MOVING SALE Fri & Sat, Feb 6 & 7 , 1 0 - 4 NUMBERS Fri. at 9:30am.

Furniture, w ind-up toys, GREAT stamp collection, Jeep Grand Cherokee (as is), Suzuki Sidekick, misc. 26357 Simone, Dearborn Hts.

Take Ford Rd, to John Daly (btwn Beech Daly & Inkster),

S. to Simone, left. SYLVIA 7 3 4 - 9 8 1 - 1 6 2 5 .

ESTATE • MOVING • LIQUIDATION SALES Prompt, professional,

compassionate. Last minute ok. 734-324-7605

FARMINGTON HILLS 28721 Aranel, off 13 mi. b twn Orchard Lk. & Farmington rd. Friday, Feb. 6, 9-3. Sat. Feb 7, 9-12, Everything must go! !

FARMINGTON HILLS Feb 7 & 8, 10-4'prn. 29529 Gi lchr ist , 1 block N/Northwestern, W/of f Middlebelt. Duncan Phyffe Dining Set, newer leather couch & chair w/ottoman, $ misc. furn i ture. General household items.

HOUSEHOLD SALES

C O N D U C T E D BY

Lilly M. & COMPANY

Call Toil Free

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RAINBOW ESTATE SALE Estate of Sara Segal.

Farmington Hills. Feb. 13 & 14. By appt. only. Oriental antiques & more, 313-885-0826 www.rainbowestatesales.com

REDFORD - Sat, Feb 7. 10am-3pm. 12939 Centralla, S/School craft, W/Beeeh Antiques, many Items $2/less.

WATERFORD Estate saie.Thurs Feb 5th & Fri Feb 6 th 10-5. 1950's furniture, off ice & lab equip, misc household, house is full/entire contents. 1211 Bielby, 2 blocks W. of Cass Lake Rd. N. of Pontiac Lake Rd.

Cherry wardrobe, loveseat, Yamaha keyboard, fo ld ing computer desk. 248-477-8167

TROY Ethan Allen TV cabinet, oak wardrobe cabinet, sofa. All tike new. 20 cu ft. fr idge, and mower. (248) 689-4231

BABY SET solid oak. Crib, converts to toddler bed. Dresser/changing table com-bo. $500/set. 248-473-0192

Baker dining room table, breakfront & camelback sofa. Kittinger dining room table, chairs, server & camelback sofa. Leaded shade f loor iamp & Wiidwood tabie lamps. Venetian crystal chandelier. Game, drum & Pembroke liv-ing tables. Mahogany bed-room sets & misc bedroom pieces. Too much to list.

Mahogany interiors, 506 South Washington,

Royal Oak. (248) 545-4110

Bed,$100, brand new, war-ranty. Black sofa & loveseat w/chrome legs, brand new, warranty $950. 734-231-6622

-A- BED $110 - double pil low top, ful l size mattress/box set. New in plastic, w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-941-4206

BED $110. Full size, double PillowTop. Mattress & box set in plastic. Can deliver.

248-470-3350

* BED $120 - double pi l low top, queen'size mattress /box set. New in plastic, w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-941-4206 —

$120. Queen double PillowTop. New w/warranty. Can deliver.

248-470-3350

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$125. Queen Orthopaedic mat-tress/box. New in plastic. Can deliver. 248-470-3350

• BED $210 - double pil low top, king size mattress/box set. New in plastic, w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-941-4206

BED $210. King double PillowTop. Mattress/box. New w/warranty. Can deiiver. 248-470-3350

BED 5 piece set, new in box, $400.

Can deiiver. 248-470-3350,

BED 7 piece cherry sleigh, new in box. Sacrif ice $650. Can deliver. 248-470-3350

• BEDROOM SET. 7 piece, brand-new in boxes. Valued at $1,800, must sell, $599. Can deliver. 248-941-4206

BEDS: Select Comfort Sieep # - 2, tw in size. $250 each, $450 both. 734-487-6545

BOX SPRING-Queen size, Stearns & Foster Exc. cond. $75. (248) 615-1590

BUTCHER BLOCK sol id maple, 3' square, 18 " thick, $500. (248) 561-5001

CHINA CABINET & DINING ROOM SET, Pecan. $600 each. Couch, $100. 248-486-1314

CORNER DESK four piece unit f rom Billy Bob's $350. 6 foot 6 drawer dresser $75.00. (734) 464-3036

DINETTE- Cherry Queen Anne. 11 piece, new in box . Worth $3400, sell for $950. Can deliver. 248-470-3350

DINING ROOM SET Henredon Maple-Table, 6 chairs, buffet. $1400. 248-360-9889

DINING ROOM SET Stanley table w/4 chairs, Lt. Cherry, 4 yrs. old. $1575.734-464-6889

Dining Room Table/Chairs w/ matching Buffet. Beauti ful Thomasvi l le Table (72"x45") w / two 18" leaves and 8 chairs. Marble- top buffet (72"x22"). 10 months old. Must sell! $8,500/best

248-644-2055

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Cherry, $1-300, 92 1/2 w, 72" h,. 26" deep. Sofa, 81 ", $300 (Green Brocade). 2 rocker setee, $260 ea. Chair & 1/2, cottage style, $675. Ai l exefc. cond. (734) 771-0576 ;

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Tons o f - s t o r a g e fo r CD's, videos & equipment. Exc. cond. $150. (248) 615-1590

GORGEOUS BAKER SECTION-AL Blue, $1500. Like hew. Matching coffee t?ble, $300. Call (248) 321-2409. • ;

LANE LA-Z-BOY ROCKER* ABC fabric in pastel colors.

' Call 248-797-8866

Set Select Comfort #4000. Queen pil iowtop, dual control. Perfect cond. 2 yrs. old. $1300 new. $750, can deliver. 248-473-4043

Sofa & Chair, pastel print, t radi t ional , great condi t ion. $400.248-360-6756 ;

SOFA & LOVESEAT Matching ,& 2 brass lamps. Exec. cond. $200/best. (248) 474-6527

VACUUM-ROYAL Model 2025, $75, Eureka Wor ld vacuum, $30 . (248 ) 471-2790

WALL UNIT 3 PIECE -Thomasvi i le $15,00.

Lexington cherry crib $150. (248) 684-8941

GAS DRYER Whir lpooi , 5 yrs old., exc. cond., $100. (248) 615-1590

REFRIGERATOR - only 4 yrs old, white, top freezer, $275'.

Call 734-261-4069 ' :

WASHER & DRYER Bosch, stackable or side by side. Exc. cond. $850. (734) 658-7580

WASHER/DRYER. Kenmo(e, large capacity, gas dryer, good condit ion. $400. ;

734-455-01:46

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NO JOB TOO SMALL! 734-721-0533

ALL CARPENTRY REMODELING - REPAIRS

30 yrs. exp. Lic/lns. Call John: 734-522-5401

FINISH CARPENTRY Crowns, Trim, Doors

Railings: Straight or Bent Lie. 30 yrs. exp 734-455-3970

FINISH CARPENTRY- Doors, Basements, Kitchens, Decks, Railings, Shelves, 30 yrs. exp. Lie. Ins. Sol: 248-848-9385

Rec rooms Basments, Kitchens, Baths. New & Repairs.

248-471-2600 313-835-8610

CARPET INSTALLATIONS REPAIRS • RE-STRETCH

Call for FREE ESTIMATES. BILL 248-245-2226

Floor Covering Installations WHY PAY MORE - Deal with the installers direct. We offer carpet • ti le • l inoleum. Fully ins. Cail Mike: 248-249-8100

REPAIRS/SALES/CLEANING

Over 25 yrs exp. Carpet Clinic

(734 ) 4 2 5 - 3 9 3 0

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1-800-579-SELL

BEST CHIMNEY & Roofing Co. New & repairs.

Sr. citizen disct. Lie & Ins. 248-557-5595 313-292-7722

T & K HOUSE CLEANING Let us clean, so you have more free t ime to enjoy. Excellent rates. 248-583-8347

GENERAL CONTRACTOR Specializing in back up gener-ator power for your home, has exp. licensed Electricians, Carpenters, Drywali Finishers for your needs. 248-343-6494

DOORS • Int/Ext • basements • 3 0 yrs e x p . * Lie. Ins. Civello Construction 734-451-2506

ABSOLUTELY THE FINEST Drywali Repairs and Instal lat ions, 18 yrs. , exp. 248-225-9222/313-928-6022

DRYWALL FINISHING 30 years experience.

No job too small. 734-728-9599

PREMIER DRYWALL New contruct ion, addit ions, bsmts, remodeling. Fully Ins. Free est. 248-737-5077.

FAMILY ELECTRICAL - City cert. Violat ions corrected. Service changes or any small job. Free est. 734-422-8080

SPARKY ELECTRIC Res./Comm. Wiring/Repairs

Low Rates - Free Est. L ie. - Ins. 313-533-3800 248-521-2550

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST , Seasoned Hardwood

FREE DEJVERY-$55/CORO 734-347-3588

* BUDGET TREE* Mixed hardwoods. 1 face cord $60. 2 or more face cords $55 each. Free delivery., l imited area. 1-800-964-7785

SEASONED 2 YRS All hardwoods. (Oak, hickory, maple} $65 cord /delivered.

(248) 6934135

CONTI'S - OAK FLOORS Sanding • Staining • Finishing • Shoe Moid • Repair. Old f loors a speciality. Our family proudly serving vours. Experience results! ' 734-692-0040

Hardwood Floor Specialist Install, Sand, Finish & Repairs. 22 years exp. Reasonable rates. 734-968-0609

GARAGE DOOR Springs and door openers.

Repaired/replaced Avail. Sun. 248-640-6298-CELL

ARMAIN GUTTERS LC Seamless, Copper Installation, ETC.

Free Est. 313-204-6133

CLEANING, SCREENING. .

NEW & REPAIRS

248-471-2600

Absolutely Lic/lns DU-IT-ALL Specials: Ceramic tile, Formica & Corian tops & kitchens. We also do complete basements & all other interior work includ-ing electrical & plumbing, etc.

(248) 889-7667

AFFORDABLE SERVICE-A-Z Repairs, & improvements, small to large jobs.Lic/ ins. 248-225-9222, 313-928-6022

AFFORDABLE All repairs A-Z in/outside. Doors/plumbg/elect /kitchens/baths/bsmt. Beat al! deals by 25%. (313) 492-7109

ALL HOME REPAIRS Doors & Jams, Faucets & Drains, Gutters & Roofs

Smail jobs welcomed 313-378-8240

ALL-TIMATE HANDYWORK All phases of home improve-ment. Free est. Sr. Citizen Disc. Beat any bid! 734-467-7798

HANDYMAN ANYTHING & EVERYTHING

around the house painting, etc. Reasonable 734 425-6827

R e t i r e d H a n d y m a n All types of work

313-835-8610 2 4 8 - 4 7 1 - 3 7 2 9

A-1 Hauling-Move scrap metal, clean basements, garages, stores, etc. Lowest prices in town. Quick service. Free est. Wayne/Oakland Cty. Central location. 547-2764/559-8138

AFFORDABLE PERSONAL HAULING

SERVICE We clean out homes, attics, basements, garages, offices, warehouses & anything- else. Complete demol i t ion f rom start to f in ished. Free est. Demolition 248-354-3213

CAREGIVER JOB WANTED Will work 10-12 hrs. days/ nights. Gentie, experienced. 734-432-0559, 734-646-2361

ALL HOME REPAIRS Interior/exterior & siding.

Licensed 15 yrs. exp. Call Tom. (734) 427-3150

GRIME BUSTERS Great service. Low rates. Ask for Karen or Colleen.

248-669-5974, 734-728-3837

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i WITH ME Laid back and kind SBCF, 40, full-figured. Enjoys movies, dining out, church functions and quality time with family. Seeking good-natured, attractive and open-minded SBCM, 40-48. Ad#:577548

LYING IS NOT AN OPTION SWF, 41,5'6", 130 lbs., with blond hair and brown eyes. Interests are camping, the outdoors, Harley's and much more. In search of a height/weight proportioned SWM, over 18, who Is outgoing, with similar Interests. Ad#:577503

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GREAT QUALITIES SWM, 43, 5' 8", 150 lbs., hazel eyes, brown hair, athletic sports-man, looking for special SF, 18-99 to share life with. Call me before you know it we'll be curled up in' front of the fire with a good book .after an active day outside. Ad#:638998

SEEKING ONE GOOD WOMAN Fun, SWM, 36, blond hair, blue eyes, muscular build, nice-looking. Enjoys dining out, movies and kids. Looking for an attractive, slender, SWF, 25-40. Ad#:621495

OPEN TO NEW IDEAS SWM, 23, 6'1", 202 lbs., medium build, social drinker. I enjoy doing bodywork on cars and open to new experiences. Looking for a SF, 21-25, who would like to get together and see what develops. Ad#:638284

RESPONSIBLE Retired DWM, 64, 5'9", 165 lbs., home owner, with grown children. Enjoys boating, cook outs, travel-ling, movies, fishing and more. Looking for a slim to medium built SWF, 56-64, for companionship, possibly long term relationship. Ad#:637091

WELL-ROUNDED SWM, 40, attractive, well-dressed and well-built Looking for a SF, 21-60, who has similar qualities. Ad#:637066

LOOKING FOR LOVE <§> SWM, 45,125 lbs., with blond hair. Enjoys NASCAR, bowling, basket-ball. football, working out and much more. Looking for. a SWF, under 48, who has some similar interests. Ad#:636971

HIDDEN TREASURE Hardworking, SWM, 34,5'11",220 lbs. Enjoys clubbing, dancing, and movies. Looking for a loving, car-ing, fun, outgoing, stable, SWF, 31-40, N/S. Ad*:636413

COUNTRY LIFE SWM, 32, 5'6", blue eyes, brown hair, stocky build, well-mannered and honest. Enjoys movies, coun-try living, music and more. Seeking a SWF, under 35, for a possible relationship. Ad#:636307

SMILE FROM EAR TO EAR This 40 year old single white male Is looking for an upbeat single white female for quality time and happiness. Ad#:6363Q4

BACK IN THE AREA SWM, 25, enjoys playing hockey and softball. Looking for a SWF, under 50, for friendship and good conversations to start, see where it goes from there. Ad#:635953

SLOW START SWM, 25, 5'9", 190 lbs., with brown hair, biue eyes and an ath-letic build. Enjoys playing/watching softball and hockey. Looking for a SF, under 36, who has similar interests, for friendship first. Ad#:635954

LOOKING FOR YOU 35 year old SBM stands 5'10" and weighs 155 lbs. He is seeking a SB/WF, 35 or younger, for good times. He's attractive, well-spoken and looking for someone special. Are you the one? Ad#:635604

GET TO KNOW ME SBM, 29, 6'1", with brown eyes and black hair. Looking for a SWF, over 18, for friendship and good conversations to start. Ad#:635341

EDUCATED PROFESSIONAL SWM, 45,5'8", fit, light brown hair, blue eyes. Looking for a passion-ate, compassionate, professional, SWF, 28-45. Oakland or Wayne County. Ad#:449863

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LETS START SOMETHING NEW SBM, 27, 5'8", 190 lbs., bald. Looking for a SBF, 21-35, to grow and mature with. Ad#:634944

WILL YOU JOIN ME! (§) SWM, 50, 6', brown hair, blue eyes. Enjoys dining, dancing, movies, good conversation and more. Seeking an honest and out-going, SWF, 35-50, who is a good conversationalist, friendly and down-to-earth, for a possible rela-tionship. Ad#:634718

ONE MAN FOR YOU SWM, 50 5 ' 1 1 1 9 5 lbs . browr naif drid eyes, clean cdt Searching for a weight/height-proportionecJ. monogamous SWF, 35-55, who enjoys gardening, long drives, country life, and the simple things life-has to offer. Phone responses only pi ease I Ad#:557006

ROLE MODEL j U SWM, 37, with a slim build. Looking for a SWM, over 18, for friendship, pen pal and much more. Ad#:4438G3

SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAIN-BOW.. SWM, 34,6'2", 170 lbs., blue eyes, good hearted. Enjoys dancing, bowling and pretty much every-thing else. Seeking a SF, age unim-portant. Hope to meet you soon! Ad#:634246

THE PARTY Seeking a party girl for hot nights on out on the town and good times together. This SHM is 23, attrac-tive, open and ready for fun with a SF, 28 or younger. Ad#:634001

TICK START MY HEART 6'5", SWM, 39, who likes concerts, dining, sporting events. Would like to meet a slim to medium build, SWF, 21-39, to spend quality time with and possibly a LTR. Ad#:559315

SO HOW ARE YOU? Hard working, SWM, 29, smoker, social drinker, enjoys relaxing at night. Looking for a nice looking SWF, 21 -40, who's honest and slh-cere. Ad#:633465

LOOKING FOR A FRIEND Currently this 26 year old SWM, is in a relationship, but is just looking for some other friends. He is seek-ing a SWF, 20-32, to hang with and have good conversations. Ad#:633337

SHARE A GOOD LIFE He is a SBM, 48,6'4" in search of a SWF, 47 or older. She would be full-figured, share is passion to spend quality time with someone special, holding hands and romance for a long term relation-ship. Ad#:633005

FULL OF LIFE This DWM, 74 years young, enjoys travel, playing cards and going to the movies. If you are a SF with similar interests and a good heart he would love to hear from youl Ad#:633006

GENEROUS HEART SWM, 42, never married, 6'2", 260 lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes. Enjoys playing music and more. Looking for a SWF, under 60, who Is sincere and friendly. Ad#:831154

BALD AND BEAUTIFUL DWM, 42, 5'8", 150 lbs., easygo-ing, fun to be with, has a great sense of humor. Looking for an attractive SF, 27-47, who has a nice build, a positive attitude, a good sense of humor and is ready to set-tle down. Ad#:628258

CHANGE OF PACE SBM, 42, height/weight propor-tionate. Seeking a SWF, who enjoys bowling, swimming, who is down-to-earth and real. Ad#:621781

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TAKE A CHANCE SWM, 45, 5 '10" , 185 lbs., clean-cut, responsible. Enjoys Seeking a SWF, 32-48, who is sociable, finan-cially and emotionally secure. Ad#:621743

HIT ME UP! I 'm a SWM, 24, 6'3", with brown hair/eyes. I have many interests which include sports and outdoor activities. I'm searching for an Independent, SF, 18-30. Ad#:621560

HERE HE IS... Attractive, muscular, SWM, 25, 6', 210 lbs., with short hair and hazel eyes. Enjoys playing football, movies, dining out or hanging out. Looking for an attractive, SWF, 20-35, who's, honest, loyal and good-hearted. Someone with similar interests. Ad#:621379

READ MY MIND SWM, 40,5'10", 160 lbs., physical-ly fit and attractive. Easygoing and energetic. Interests Include sharing time together, having a good time and being true. Looking for an hon-est and sincere SWF, 25-40, who knows what she wants, for friend-ship or more! Ad#:6Q1914

TALL. DARK & HANDSOME SWM, 40, 6'1", brown hair and eyes. Enjoys indoor and outdoor activities, poo! halls, concerts and much more. Seeking a SF, under 35, to get to know better. Ad#:620305

FRIENDSHIP I SWM, 53, 5'11", 190 lbs., brown-ish blonde hair and blue eyes. Seeking a SF, under portionate, * life with him at his Florida and Michigan homes. Ad#:576225

QUITE THE COMEDIAN SWM, 35, 5'10", 190 lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes. Interests are golfing, fishing, boating, water-skiing and more. In search of a SF, 28-40, who enjoys the water. Ad#:619418

NO EXTRA BAGGAGE SWM, 48, who likes the outdoors, fishing, camping, boating and ani-mals. Seeking SWF, 38-48, for a soulmate, to have some nice times together. Ad#:480941

LOOKING FOR LONG TERM SWCM, 44, looking for a down-to-earth, loving and caring SWCF, 28-36. Ad#:440054

ALL M Y LOVE SWM. 26. enjoys traveling, lite and much more. Would like to meet a SF, 18-30. Ad#:617790

BRIGHT & BRILLIANT ® SBM. 29, 5'11". 190-lbs., with brown eyes. Interests are shop-ping, exercising, movies, reading and more. Looking for a SWF, over 18, who has similar interests. Ad£:420420

VERY HONEST SWM, 34, 5'6", with black hair and brown eyes. Interests are movies, martial arts, etc. Looking for a SHF, 21-38, who enjoys the simple

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TIRED OF BEING ALONE SWM, 49, hardworking, 5'8", 175 IBs. Seeking a SWF, 45-48, who is easygoing, intelligent and fit, for a long-term relationship In the Redford area only. No E-mails please! Ad#:406401

I 'M YOUR GUY SWM, 49, looks 39, knows how to treat a lady, someone who has a nice build and a pleasant personal-ity. I am looking for a woman that is looking for a good man. Hope to hear from you as soon as possible. Redford area. Ad#:411537

COLOR MY WORLD This 23 year old'SBM, is 5'8", 170 lbs., with dark skin and a goatee. He's looking for a SBF, age is not important, who wants to get together for some fun and good times. Ad#:6t5652

CAN WE MEET? SWM, 68; 6', medium'build, N/S Would like to meet an honest, attractive, 'slim, to medium build, SWF, 50-62, to share times, with similar interests. Ad#:615250

ARE WE A MATCH? SWM, 38, 57", 155 lbs., hazel eyes, brown hair, honest, caring and respectful. Enjoys Seeking a SF, 26-40, who Is healthy, fit, con-fident and down-to-earth. Ad#:615081

DINNER & MORE SWM, 40, brown hair and eyes. Enjoys dinner, movies and out-doors. Seeking a SWF, 37-45, with similar Interests, for friendship and then let's see! Ad#:614756

ALWAYS SMILING SBM. 29, 5'5". 160 If is. with Brown hair. Interests are boxing, animals, relaxing, working on cars and more. In search of a SWF, over 18, who knows how to be herself. Ad#:614533

DEDICATED & AMBITIOUS SBM, 47, 5'10", with brown eyes. Enjoys football, animals, etc. In search of a SF, 30-50, who has a nice personality. Ad#:614426

WHATEVER YOU WANT SBM, 64, enjoys movies, bowling and much more. Looking for a SBF, over 60, who has similar interests. Ad#:614280

APPRECIATES HONESTY SWM, 32, brown hair and blue eyes, enjoys writing poetry/songs, racing, dining and more. Seeking a down-to-earth, independent, sta-ble, SF, 'for a friendship first and hopefully long-term down the road. Ad#:613766

SEEKING SPECIAL LADY Easygoing, sincere, romantic, down-to-earth SWM, 33, 5*10", 200 lbs., brown hair/eyes. Enjoys cuddling, movies at home and din-ing out. Looking for an outgoing, affectionate, happy SHF, 18-35, who knows where she Is going in life. Ad#:558339

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NORDIC TRACK Ski MACHINE. $50. (248) 656-3971

SKI MACHINE-NORDIC TRAC W/Perfomance monitor, $150. AB t i l t & tone wi th Rock & tone, $50. (248) 471-2790

OFFICE FURNITURE, books, book shelves, desk &

chairs, conference table, computers, phone system, best offer. (248) 354-2500

NIKON N4004S SLR Fully automatic, w/FF 3 .5 -35-70 Zoom, w/Viv i tar 70-205 Zoom. $250. (734) 981-2894

TV - Pioneer Elite PR0520HD 53" HD ready Proj TV w / matching cabinents. Like New. 1 *yr old. U pick up. Work: 248-596-3257. $2000/ best.

248-363-5778

FRANKLIN STOVE New, never used, $200/best. Fabric & craft materials, rea-sonable. 313-537-1954

FREE 4-ROOM DIRECTV SYSTEM INCLUDING INSTAL-LATION! FREE 3 MONTHS HBO (7 movie channels) w/subscr ip t ion . Access 225+TV Channels. Digital quality picture/sound. Limited offer, Details 1-800-963-2904.

GRAMA SALE Light maple cr ib /mat t ress ; misc baby items; Bentwood rocker; 38 inch square marble & glass cocktail table; 6 f t . wood & i ron baker 's rack; i ightwood Drexel sofa table. Bloomfield (248) 540-3530

PRESCRIPTIONS. Soma, Car isoprodol , l l l t ram, Tramadol, Flroicet (muscle relaxers, pain medicat ion) . Viagra, Levitra Cialis, FDA Approved Medicat ions, U.S. Licensed Doctors/Pharmacies. Overnight shipping. Order On-line wwwRx-p i l l . com Order-by-phone: 1-800-290-5973

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BA8Y GRAND Marshal l & Wendel l . Olde English dark walnut and lots of style. Perfect for mansion -large or small. 248-646-1322

Grand Piano, 5 3", Everett / Yamaha, mahogany, 1942, exc cond, $2500. 734-676-8356

VIOLIN 8 year old chi lds, good condi-t ion, $275. Call 734-261-4069

Violins ; Retired music ian s e l l i n g c o l l e c t i o n o f q u a l i t y i n s t r u m e n t s . G e r r y ( 2 4 8 ) 3 3 5 -0878 www.bb-brokers.com

LIFECYCLE . mode l 9500R recumbent exercise bike. Commercial Grade-Like New! $500. 248-642-5037

POOL TABLES - Ail Slate, antique, ultra modern , bar size. Buy direct f r om factory. 248-399-7255E:248-547-3980

WELL-MANNERRED lovable female cats (2), (sisters) 6 yrs old & spayed. Due to change of pet pol icy must f ind a good home. 734) 776-4307

BOSTON TERRIER PUPPY Female, born 11-27-03. $550. Redford Twp., Home - 313-794-2614, ceil phone 586-260-0570, call anytime

COLLIE PUPS 8 wks. old, AKC registered, $500.

(734) 461-0158

English Bulldog Pups 2 males, 1 female, AKC Champion Bloodline. 248-634-4392

ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIELS AKC, hunt /pet quality. (810) 735-8285

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUP-PIES AKC Champion blood-lines, f i rst shots & dewormed. 7 wks. (734) 367-8054

MINIATURE SCHNAUZER AKC. Black & silver. 734-591-3410, 586-575-0206.

PEKINEGSE 2 Females, 1/1/2 yrs. darling Pekinegse, must go together. Spaded, house trained, price neg. Only seri-ous buyers. (313) 615-6165

PUPPIES Adopt at the Ml Animal Rescue League. Call for details: 248-335-9290

RESCUED Amer ican Staffordshire Terrier, 3 mo. old female, good home only $300. 734-578-3061

ST. BERNARD PUPPIES Born Christmas Day. AKC. Call for info. 734-422-3661

WEIMARANER PUPS AKC, OFA, ready, 1s t shots, wormed, exc. temperment . $600. (248) 790-0338

NEW DOGGY Daycare-Grooming-Training

Agility & Recreation Novi. (248) 347-9081

FOUND CAT Farmington Hills. 8 Mile & Orchard Lake. Long haired, biack w/b rown. Call btwn 1.0-6pm, 248-474-6937

FOUND CAT Garden City, by Ford Rd. and Middlebelt. in Oct., Torti colored.

248-474-6937

LOST BEAGLE wi th 1 eye, on Feb 1st, P lymouth & Farmington area. Sadly missed, pet for special needs child. Reward! (734) 513-7460

CATALINA 27 Sailboat 1983, roller, inboard gas, perfect, $10,000. (313) 881-8743

CHRYSLER 1975 - 14 ft., Tri-Haul, 55 hp w/trai ler, $1200/best. Ask for Dan T.

(734) 422-7540

FOUR WiNNS 325, EXP 1992, T/350, V-drives, ful l electron-ics, £48,900. 734-397-5060

PONTOON 1997 Premier Grand Majest ic, a lum inum deck, Honda 40, 50 hrs, mint. $18,800. 248-608-0718

SEA DOO 1997 GTX 52 hrs., w i th trailer, 3 seater, mint. $4500. 248-608-0718

SEA RAY 1966 Sundancer Exec. cond. Must sell. $14,000/best. 734-374-0218

THOMPSON 1995 - 20', cuddy, many extras, low hours. w/trai!er. (734) 416-3955

Harley Davidson Softail spe-cial w/neon 1994 gray/white. 12,894 miles, $12,500/best. Days 313-255-3100 ext. 288 John or eves. 248-377-0312

HARLEY DAVIDSON 1999 -Electraglide Classic. Like new. 4K. $15,000. 734-420-2703

Harley Davidson Heritage Springer 1997. Red & white, 7054 mi, $12,50Q/best. Days 313-255-3100 ext. 288 John or eves. 248-377-0312

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SLEDBED 2 Place covered trailer, w/t i l t , 3 yrs. old, $1500. 1999 Polaris, 500 Classic, reverse, electric start. Exc. cond. $2300. 248-676-2939

1980-1997 Class C MOTOR HOMES WANTED. Cali Dale, (517)230-8865.

BEAUTIFUL Lake Chemung, RV campground membership & 35x12 Park model w/22x10 attached screen room, pool,' clubhouse & beach, next to golf course. $28,000. MUST SELL! I 352-552-4839 352-259-9138

TERRY LITE 1999, 25 , extras + hitch assembly. $13,690 many options. 734-427-6743

A L L AUTOS TQP$$ Junked, Wrecked or Running We buy & also accept dona-t ions for domestic violence shelters E & M 248-474-4425

Evenings 734-717-0428

CHEVY SiLVERADQ 2002, Vi ton extended cab, V8, auto, 22K, $18,000. 734-495-9050

DODGE DAKOTA LE 1993 Ext. cab, 4x4, new V6, auto trans & matching cap. $3100/ best. 734-427-6521,734-679-6586

FORD F150 XLT-2001 TRITON V8, 4WD, 49K, extra clean. $18,900.

810-229-9581, ext. 248

FORD 1999 E150, showroom cond, 1 yr. warranty, $99 down, $ H 9 / m o . Why lease when you can own? TYME AUTO (734) 455-5566

FORD 2001 F350 , 3 yard dump, 4x4, 43k mi., $2G,000/best. 248-360-4875

FORD E350. 1997 Dually, extended cab. Priced to sell, only $99 down, $ l 51 /mo . TYME AUTO (734) 455-5566

FORD RANGER EDGE 2002. Very low miles, loaded, air, cruise, power w indows & locks, extended cab, 5 cd, bedliner, like new. $13,700 or best. (248) 921-4412

GMC 1996 SLE SIERRA Club Cab, Z71 pkg, loaded, perfectly maintained by original owner. $10,900. (734) 451-7980

GMC 2003 Extended Cab XLT pickup, red, Z71, $24,495.

BOB JEANNOTTE PONTIAC (734) 453-2500

GMC SUBURBAN 1991 Runs good, new brakes, $3500. (248) 922-3698

AEROSTAR 1994 XLT loaded, 4 wheel dr ive, exc. cond. $3500/ f i rm. 734-427-0562

CHEVY ASTRO 1992 AWD, air, good cond. Best offer.

(734) 394-0722

Chrysler Town & Country 1993 - L n a d ° d 115K. $3500. '(734) 513-5206

Dodge 2000 Caravan excel-lent condi t ion, loaded, 52K $6900. 734-669-4433

DODGE CARAVAN 1998 3.0L, V6, New brakes, transmission, 84K, $4200. 248-644-1220

FORD 1998 Windstar LX, all factory opt ions, $4,995.

Fox Hills C h r y s l e r - J e e p '

(734) 455-8740

FORD WINDSTAR 1995 - LX. Blue, 119,500 mi., 3.8 V6, $3900. {734) 451-7967

FORD WINDSTAR 2000 -49K, exc. cond. $11,000.

(248) 363-4618

VOYAGER 199S 73K, 4 cyi, CD, 7 passenger, exc. cond. $5000/best. 248-380-4353

WINDSTAR 1998 GL 70K mi, new tires/brakes, air, power w indows , good condi t ion. $5500/best. 517-545-3178

1988*1998 HANDICAP VANS WANTED. Call Oale anyday,

(517)230-8865.

CHEVY 1999 Express Van, V-8, fu l l power, 9 passenger, TV/VCR, loaded, 47K, $10,950.

ROGIN BUiCK-LiVONIA 734-525-0900

FORD E150 Conversion Van 1995 High top, leather, VCP, TV, 10 disc CD changer, cus-t om sound system, air, cruise, V8. High miles. $4000.

734-422-7669

FORO WINDSTAR SE 2001 All power, 6/cd player, well-main-tained, 33,400 mostly highway miles, $10,750. KB8.COM List ® $11,125. (248) 926-9926

GMC SAVANNAH Panel Van 2001, V8, auto, air. Only $10,495


MERCURY VILLAGER LS 1993 Good cond., new t ires, high mileage, $2500 or best offer,313-617-3245

CHEVY S10 2002, 4X4, LS ZR2, ext. cab, warranty, 32K $17,OOP/best. 248-939-1693

FORD 1998 E198, extended cab, 4x4. Priced well below black book, only $29 down, $113/mo. No cosigner needed Must be working. TYME AUTO (734) 455-5566

FORD 2000 F250 Super cab, 4x4. larigL Loaded, low miles, p l o w ' n e v e r ' used. Mint . $20,000. (810) 923-8660.

FORD EXPLORER 1991 4 wheel drive, 4.0 V6, 150K miles. Front-end

FORD F-150 1996, XLT, 4X4, supercab, loaded, v8,super clean. $9500. 313-248-3783

GMC 1998 Suburban 3/4 ton SLT, loaded, hurry, $12,950.

ROGIN BUICK-LIVONIA 734-525-0900

GMC ENVOY 2002 4x4, pewter, 25K, $21,995


BLAZER 2002 LS, loaded, low miles, like new, $12,950.


BLAZER 2003 L S 2 dr., loaded, only 2,000 miles, $13,980.

ROGIN BUICK-LIVONiA 734-525-0900

CHEVY BLAZER 1999 LS. 4 dr, 4x4, exc. cond. 67K mi. $8600. (248) 661-4337

CTS 2003 loaded, NAV sys-tem, just 12,000 miles, sharp, luxury for less, $25,480.


ESCAPE 2002 XLT 22k, loaded, moonroof, stepbars, cd, 4x2, $13,990. 734-459-9414.

EXPEOITION-2088 Eddie Bauer, med. blue, 5.4L, pwr. sunroof , third seat, heated seats, 6 disc & tape, loaded, $18,500. 248-935-0967

EXPLORER 1999 4WD, keyless entry, $7899

TYME AUTO (734) 455-5586

EXPLORER 2000 4 dr. 4x4, burgundy, 70K, $9,095.


GMC JIMMY 2000 4 Dr., CD, leather. Black, SLT, heated seats, 62K miles,, exc. cond. $11,500. 248-646-2330

GRAND CHEROKEE 1997 LTD every option, 1 yr. warranty, $49 down, $116/mo. TYME AUTO (734) 455-5565

GRAND CHEROKEE 1998 LTD, dark red beauty, $6500. TYME AUTO (734) 455-5565

LANO ROVER Range Rover 1997 84K, black, well cared, fully equipped. $12,000.

sold

LANDROVER FREELANDER HSE 2002. fully loaded, exc. cond., low, low mileage, fully z-barted & diamond glossed. $23,500. (734) 728-3676

MONTANA 1997, exc. cond., fully loaded. $3399. TYME AUTO (734) 455-5566

OLDS 2000 Bravada AWD, white & gray, power' moon, leather, $11,495.


OLDS 2002 Bravada biack, AWD, leather, oniy 16,000 miles, iike new! $21,950


RODEO 2000 LS 4x4, V-6, CD, low miles, $12,950.


RODEO 2002 Sport 4x4, sun-roof, CD, loaded, 4 to choose starting at $14,950.

ROGIN BUICK-UVONIA 734-525-0900

RODEO 2003 LS 4x4, loaded, 3 to choose, low, low miles, starting at $17,950.

ROGIN BUiCK-LIVONIA 734-525-0900

TAHOE/YUKON 2002-2003 SLT, loaded, f rom 9,000 miles, save! $26,950.


TRAIL BLAZER 2002 4x4, pewter, $19,995.


TROOPER 2000 Limited, black, sunroof, 37,000 miles, loaded, $14,950.


BMW 2000 323i black/black leather, premium pkg., exc. cond. 5 speed manual. 35,500 mi, $23,500. 248-855-6410

BMW 740iL 1994 V8, auto, traction. $9900. JAGUAR XJ12 1994, V12, 35 K, $12,900. MERCEDES E320 Cabriolet 1994-Rare, blue,, exc. $23,900.

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The number of features in the typical automo-bile today has skyrocketed compared with the rela-tively simple machines of even a few years ago. That's because the new price of admittance in the dog-eat-dog North American automotive market only starts with former technological wonders that now have become standard, and even commoditized amenities, such as antilock brakes and leather-wrapped steering wheels. To really get attention nowadays, cars, SUVs, vans and trucks must have "night vision" and four-wheel steering. And surprisingly, according to a new auto-market study by J.D; Power & Associates, con-sumers are indicating a willingness to pay even for the most expensive of these emerging new features.

In fact, five of the top seven emerging automo-tive features of interest to consumers also elicit rel-atively high purchase consideration at their expect-ed market price, according to the survey released by the Westlake Village, Calif., auto-market research firm, probably the most respected in the business.

Among technologies included in the study, the following tarnered high levels of consideration at the following market prices: adaptive headlights, $100; anti-whiplash seats, $300; brake-by-wire, $400; heated-cooled seats, $700; and electronic sta-bility control, at $600. Consumers also continued to express strong interest in night vision and external surround sensing, which provides back-up aid, blind-spot warning and/or lane-departure warning in vehicles such as the Lincoln Aviator and Lexus SUVs. Consumer interest was markedly lower, J.D. Power said, once consumers evaluate their interest at the anticipated prices of $1,800 and $1,500, respectively.

The study also found that modified offerings of other automotive emerging technologies currently installed in vehicles, such as OnStar-type devices and digital premium surround-sound, could tap potential new market segments. The General

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The 2004 Cadillac Escalade offers OnStar features.

Motors-designed and -operated OnStar system, of course, uses the Global Positioning Satellite system to track the precise location of a vehicle and pro-vide safety- and security-related services such as remote door unlocking. These services are the core of the OnStar offering, and GM wisely has chosen for the past year or so to emphasize them in marketing the service. The util-ity of live talk with an OnStar operator as a navi-gational aid is dwindling as PC-based, in-dash nav-igation system's are perfected. And OnStar's late-Nineties promise of bringing the Internet into every GM vehicle is dormant at the moment. As a result, there's downward price pressure on OnStar, Power says. It currently offers a basic serv-ice for $17 a month and a premium package at $35 a month, and Power's research found that the majority of OnStar subscribers who plan to renew the service will do so with only the basic package. If OnStar and other providers of such services could bring the price point down to $10 a month, Power believes, about one half of all consumers would be interested in the feature; at $6 a month, nearly 60 percent would be interested.

Another feature that could be packaged differently to increase "take" rates, Power says, is digital pre-mium surround-sound. Almost one-half of con-sumers express a desire to enhance their vehicle listening environment with this feature, at $400. There is also strong demand for a branded system, with Infinity garnering the greatest praise for the

brands that Power evaluated. Nearly three-quar-ters of respondents, in fact, said they'd pay as much as $800 for such a branded sound system. This seems a little weird, given that even vehicles as pedestrian as the Nissan Altima already have incredibly fine sound systems that, just a few years ago, would have been considered crfeme de la cr&me. The high-end Altima, for example, features a Bose system that comes with an in-dash six-disc CD changer, eight speakers and 100 watts of power that sounds like double that. Consumer acceptance of by-wire technologies -which are electronic control systems that replace the mechanical and hydraulic connections linking the steering wheel, gear shift or pedals with the j vehicle's steering, transmission, throttle or brakes also has increased since last year. In Power's 2002 study, one-third of consumers expressed interest in a drive-by-wire vehicle. At the expected market price, consumers also express similar interest in four-wheel steering, although at $1,850, four-wheel steering is priced almost twice as high as steer-by-wire capabilities. Four-wheel steering currently is available on only a few full-size pickups and.SUVs in the United States, and the study finds that owners in those segments are most interested in the technology. It's no wonder: four-wheel steering is one of the niftiest innovations that I experienced last year.

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