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When Plymouth commissioners voted in the late 1960s to shut down city wells and begin receiving water supplies from t h e Detroit Water Department, o n e of the major concerns was losing local control. "At the time, many t h o u g h t moving to the Detroit water system would mean we'd be at t h e mercy of Detroit," said City Manager Paul Sincock. "And, here we are, in 2 0 0 4 ..." Today, many of the 125 communities supplied by the Detroit Water Department feel they're being held hostage as water rate increases - some as high as 45 percent—are expected to be approved by t h e Detroit City Council. Canton Township has received a proposed 12.4 percent water rate increase f r o m t h e Detroit Water Department. John Spencer, budget a n d water billing manager, said he's been to a number of engineering meetings and believes the increase is reasonable. "They have to improve t h e treatment plants to take care of terrorist issues, as well as modernize the plants," said Spencer. "Being a larger community, our peak d e m a n d factor is higher than some other c o m m u nities." In Plymouth's case, t h e proposed rate increase of 7 percent is much lower, but still under scrutiny by city officials. "We're obligated, given o u r finan-

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The first date in the annual winter variety series at the Summit is Saturday, Feb. 2 8 , featuring an hour of family entertainment w i t h "Magic With Gordon Russ." The event will be in the Chestnut Room 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Summit for $3 per person. (100 Days to Health participants can purchase tickets for $2).

The popular Canton Home Improvement Expo is being held on Saturday, March 6 f r o m 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 7, 2 0 0 4 f r o m 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Summit on t h e Park. The Expo will showcase display booths f r o m local businesses t o give homeowners tips and information on a wide range of home improvement and repair projects. Several thousand people attended the two-day event last

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Touch of England Michael Michaud, owner of Dartmoor, is with British native Jaye Haugh from his wait staff. The Plymouth pub has been open since May. For the story, see page A2.

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Donation means a lot off the top Abby Phillips went to some lengths - about 14 inches - to help a child cope with hair loss. Abby, an 11-year-old from Canton Tbwnship, had her blonde tresses cut offThursday to donate to Locks of Love, a Florida-based charity that provides hairpieces for needy children who suffer from medical conditions that have led to baldness. "It feels a lot lighter," Abby said at the Cardinal Barber Shop in Redford as stylist Siham Jasmund gave her a layered bob. "I hated blow-drying my hair because it takes, like, hours," Abby said. (Not hours, her mother, Carol, corrected her.) Carol Phillips, who said the new cut made Abby look older, was obviously proud of her daughter. "I heard about it and mentioned it to her, and as soon as I did, she was all over it," she said. Abby, her mother said, hadn't had more than a trim since the first grade. She's now in the sixth grade at Pioneer Middle School.

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said. "The need is so tremendous," said Jasmund, who said she has perhaps three or four clients a year who donate their hair to Locks of Love. She showed off a lock of dark hair, with gray in it, that she said she recently cut from a man in his 60s. She is sending that hair to Locks of Love along with Abby's. Human hair is used in Locks of Love hair "prosthetics, Jasmund said, because it looks more natural and is easier to manage than synthetic hair. The hairpieces are custom-made to fit recipients. Jasmund attends NorthRidge Church in Plymouth Tbwnship, where Abby's father, Nick, is a pastor. Abby was getting compliments on her new look Thursday at Cardinal, and was starting to tally u p the benefits of shorter hair - a lighter feel, less shampoo, less fuss. "It'll be a whole lot easier to brush," her mother added.

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Bentley Elementary School will host its annual diversity festival 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, at the school, 1100 S. Sheldon Road in Canton. The Bentley Cultural Diversity Festival has received statewide recognition. Mina Jaura, a native of India, explained recently where the idea came from: "It all started four years ago when I attended a day-time hour-long celebration of the Martin Luther King Day at Bentley. I thought that there is something bigger that we need to do so we can encompass the larger diverse picture of the student body mix to learn and enjoy this rarity in our society. . "We know that in addition to excelling in education, sports and community events, our students should also be able to learn about cultural, racial and economic differences, sort of a first-hand 'touch and feel.' I recalled the annual day celebrations we used to have at school when I was growing up in India," she added. Jaura had a chat with her husband and he gave her some ideas, too. The festival began in 2 0 0 2

as an evening where students, teachers and parents display cultural diversity in various forms. "This i? a homegrown event a n d it has expanded every year," Principal Jerry Meier said. "It means about a month of intense work; the students have really been practicing for the entertainment" The evening is broken into roughly three sections: first, entertainment with ethnic dancing, singing and native costume displays, and the Pledge of Allegiance and national anthem; second, classroom activities with a variety of displays; a n d third, food tasting from different cultures. Local merchants and restaurants participate by donating food. Meier, in his fifth year as principal, guesses there are about 16 different ethnic groups in the 605-student population at Bentley. As a way to thank the businesses and to honor the donors, an "Honor The Donors" list is prepared and posted on the school Web site. "Personally, I have a passion for diversity and am a diversity ambassador, always trying to build the bridges of cultural awareness," Jaura said.

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British native brings touch of England to Plymouth restaurant BY DOUG JOHNSON STAFF WRITER

Michael Michaud wanted a restaurant that "promoted English pub culture" and he got it when he opened the walnutpaneled 9 Work is an occasional series looking at local businesses.

Dartmoor eight months ago in downtown

Plymouth. The pub was a labor of love; he and his father did all the remodeling of the old ice cream store (Cloverdale), adding a long bar, and a big fireplace. Michaud's mother was British but he has lived in America all his life, the last five years in a home in downtown Plymouth. And it was mostly serendipity that he added a genuine touch of England when he hired Canton resident Jaye Haugh last summer. The way she tells it, Michaud heard her British accent and hired her on the spot as a waitress. The way he tells it, it was her wonderful "British manners" that got her the job. Either way, it's a matchup both seem to be enjoying. For the Canton mother of-a-little boy (Scott, age 2) and the wife of Irish native Dave Haugh, it's a great part-time job. For Michaud it "brought us

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some professionalism. We needed her maturity and with her out front it has made my job much easier" "Plymouth has totally exceeded my expectations," Michaud said. "The hometown restaurant is a dying breed but we beat corporate places with freshness and ingenuity. We are the polar opposite of chains." The Dartmoor's head chef is from the Schoolcraft culinary arts program. Craig Pierson, a Plymouth resident and gradu-

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ate of Salem High School, has been with Michaud since they opened. "It's nice to have this homegrown talent," Haugh said. "The food is so well presented. You taste with your eyes first. And I think we are finding our niche in Plymouth." The Dartmoor features a variety of beers and ales (naturally) as well as four dozen or so wines. The menu lists classic British fare such as bangers and mash, and Sheperd's pie, as well as American dishes. Each night several supper specials are offered including Maple Raspberry Salmon and Dartmoor Mixed Grill. "We have a lot regulars and they have their preferences. ' One Friday we had every table full and I took a count and about 4 0 percent were repeat customers we knew," Haugh said. One of the events at the restaurant that Haugh has found interesting are wine dinners. Wine experts come in to speak and a variety of food and dinner specials are offered. "It's fun when we get complete novices at wine dinners," Haugh said. Michaud explains that in England pubs are often "community centers for local culture. People all meet there. You knowthe owners and most times you'll see someone you know." Both Michaud and Haugh , love the big downtown events in Plymouth - Ice Spectacular, Art in the Park, Fall Festival - and use the venues to get the restaurants name out with fliers. Works from area artists hangs on the Dartmoor's walls. For Michaud the restaurant is in a perfect place - one minute from home. As he tweaks the restaurant he also devotes time to remodeling his older Plymouth Union Street house where he lives with his wife and family. The Dartmoor is open Tuesday through Thursday for lunch and dinner 4-9 p.m. a n d ; Friday and Saturday 4-10 p.m. and Sunday for dinner only, 4-8 p.m.

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Murder defendant Leslie Gordon made conflicting statements about her involvement with a gunman who left a bloody trail of dead and wounded bodies last Sept. 11 at Neil's Party Store, a Westland police sergeant testified Friday. Gordon, 24, initially told Sgt. David Heater that she was afraid of Michael Lamont Schofield, who murdered four men and injured two others , before eventually killing himself with the same 9mm handgun. • On the way out of the store, Schofield shot and killed Kenneth Sherman Littlefield, 63, and his nephew Keith Gaddis, 44 - Canton men who happened to drive up in a truck. One statement made by Gordon appeared to support defense attorney Marvin Barnett's claim that Gordon cooperated with Schofield because she feared for her own life inside the party store, on Ngwburgh north of Ford. " — "I'm scared because I don't want him to shoot me," Heater said, reading from notes he took during an interview with Gordon. Describing her feelings as the massacre unfolded, Gordon told Heater, "I'm standing there praying he don't shoot me." Contradicting herself, Gordon later gave a written statement admitting that she and Schofield, 30, intended to commit a robbery, Heater said. She admitted that they robbed a Novi party store before going to Neil's to commit another holdup, he said. Gordon confessed to standing by the door, letting in customers who were gunned down, and then using a glove to wipe fingerprints from the door, Heater said. Barnett pointed out a portion of Gordon's initial statement in which she claimed she made a cell phone call to a relative, before the killings.

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In other testimony, witness • Sony a Funchez testified that: < she was riding With h e c sister' on the Southfield service drive just after Gordon and Schofield crashed. Although Barnett earlier indicated that Gordon fled f r o m Schofield after t h e accident, Funchez testified that Gordon was running in the same direction. Funchez said her sister's car hit Gordon when Gordon ran onto the, service drive, but she said Gordon got u p arid continued running. In her statement, Gordon wrote that she and Schofield separated briefly after the crash and then met u p in a residential back yard, where Schofield shot himself dead. Although Barnett has indicated that Gordon was a virtual hostage of Schofield, authorities said Gordon didn't appear relieved when they arrived near the crash site.

Gordon's jury trial on multiple charges, including firstdegree murder, will continue Monday in front of Wayne County Circuit Judge Annette Jurkewicz Berry. T h e Detroit defendant will face life in prison, if convicted as charged. Gordon didn't fire any shots, but she is accused of serving as Schofield's lookout during the party store murders. Inside the store, , Schofield shot and killed worker Feras Yousif, 29, of Oak Park and customer James Kuebler, 35, of Westland. He also wounded employee Conrad Hasper, 24, and customer Fuad Abuali, 29, both of Westland.

"There was no sign of relief ... like she was being held hostage or anything," said Michigan State Police Trooper Jack Taeff. Meanwhile, Barnett ! accused Heater of initially failing to turn over certain statements made by Gordon, including her claim that she • feared Schofield would kill her. Earlier, Barnett h a d accused Westland police of ; misrepresenting certain facts. But Judge Berry told , Barnett, "The Westland Police Department is not on trial here." Barnett and Kowal have ' often clashed during the trial,| which ended its first week Friday. Kowal told Berry at one , point that Barnett "is out of control" due to his aggressive. questioning of witnesses. After Berry momentarily dismissed jurors, Barnett a n i Kowal continued to trade insults, prompting the judge to threaten to jail then! unless thev calmed down.

In court, Kuebler's mother, Linda Cantrell, held a small picture of her son a n d his wife. She initially h a d the photograph in a small, glass frame, but court security officers took the frame f r o m her. Of her three sons, Cantrell said Kuebler was t h e middle child. Comforted by her husband, John, Cantrell covered her ears with her hands Thursday as Westland police Sgt. Michael Willard took the witness stand and described the

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and said, according to Heater's notes, "This man is crazy. He's going to kill me." But Wayne County Assistant Prosecutor Christine Kowal questioned why Gordon, if she feared Schofield, didn't escape while Schofield was away from a Novi hotel room they were sharing. "If you're scared, why not leave?" Kowal asked in court. Kowal also questioned why Gordon, if fearful of Schofield, admitted in her own statement t h a t she handed him the 9rhin gun : when it fell on the floor of a Corvette in which they were fleeing from police after t h e massacre. Kowal raised t h e issue of why Gordon would put a gun in Schofield's h a n d , if she feared he might kill her.

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It didn't take Kristen Quesada long to start thinking big. Quesada, in just her second year as director of the Plymouth-Canton Schools' Park Players, puts on the biggest show in more than a decade when her Players hit the stage in the annual spring musical next month. The Players will do 42nd Street, an ambitious production that features nearly 60 cast members and 10 sets, in a production scheduled to run March 25-27 in the Gloria Logan Auditorium at Salem High School. The show, one of Broadway's most decorated, is currently running in revival in New York, and Quesada thought the timing was right. "It's a show I've always liked, they did it here about 14 years ago," Quesada said. "It's running again on Broadway, so I-thought it would be cool to do it again." Cool perhaps, but it's also going to be a lot of work. Quesada, who has a strong dance background, looked for potential cast members who also had some dance experience. The parts she couldn't fill with dancers, she filled with students with strong voices and equally strong hearts. In a play that features some 60 actors and "nine or 10" dance numbers, those were the important qualities. "I'd say about half of the people cast have some prior dance knowledge from outside studios," Quesada said. "The other half have strong voices and have the heart and energy to learn. Between myself and my four dance captains, we're going to do our best to teach them the ropes and hope everything goes well." Rehearsals have just started, so it's

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a bit early yet to tell how it's going. Quesada cast the four leads, choosing senior Courtney Gromacki to play dancer Peggy Sawyer; senior Joe Drake to play Billy Lawler, the play's romantic lead; junior Ashleigh Rotondo as Dorothy Brock, the leading lady the director thinks is "over the hill;" and junior Nathan Gardner to play Julian Marsh, the director hoping to put on a smash hit. Gromacki, 17, has taken tap since she was 5, and was a Hot Box girl in last year's Players' production of Guys and Dolls. She had no lines in that play, and so must make the adjustment to a huge speaking part this year. "I'm gonna have to be involved and get inside my character and really portray her," Gromacki said. "You have to understand your character. I never thought I could be the lead in a Broadway show, and that's how Peggy

Park Players director Kristen Quesada leads a crowd of student hoofers at an early audition for '42nd Street.'

. 11 years, feels the same way. "The most challenging part is teaching the people who have never tapped before and putting them on stage with experienced dancers and trying to match the level so they look the same," Quesada said. "But it can be done. We're going to have to work constantly, bring 'em in over winter break, add some Friday rehearsals. We'll do whatever it takes to make it good"

come up with nearly three times the normal number of sets in a musical, including a pair of two-story sets and one three-story set. Paul Bird has been the technical director for seven years, and next month's production is the largest put on by the Players in his tenure. "The/re all challenges, but this one is going to be just a bit more of a challenge because of the size," Bird said. "You never have time, so you make do with the time you have. The kids are great kids who do quality work, so I have no qualms about it at all. I know what the kids are capable of doing." Quesada, who has taught dance for

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Saltz Road paving (Canton Center to Beck): Construction to occur in the spring o f 2 0 0 4 . Detroit Edison has relocated utility poles and are awaiting relocation of telephone and cable lines. Saltz Road paving (Beck to Ridg^: Construction to occur in thejspring of2004.

Denton Road Extension (N. Cherry Hill Road): Construction for the future extension of Denton Road to begin in the spring 2004.

Lotz Road paving (between Ford and Warren): Project to start in the spring of2004. The portion of the water main on the east side of Lotz Road will be relocated before the road is constructed. LotfcRoad (Michigan Avenue, south 1,500 feet) Construction of the paving and drainage improvements to occurin the spring of2004. Michigan Avenue (Belleville to Denton): Construction to begintin April 2004. Detroit Edisofafis relocating utility poles to the south side of Michigan Avenue before construction begins. New concrete pavement will be placed for the reconstruction.

And, Justin Scott Steckle, Lisa Rose Stephenson, Kurt Anders Stetler, Chelsie Linn Stromski, Melissa Jean Stump, Nicole L. Styles, Kellie Jo Symons, Audrey May Thomas, Laura Catherine Tillier, Brian James Titus, Rena Ann Tokarski, Anthony Joseph Vitale, Neetu Wagley, James Michael Walker, Leon Michael Walsh, Noreen Jane Watson, Teresa Jane West, Julie Ann Westveer, Caroline Jean Wetter, Judith Ann Wojcicki, Rebecca Lynn Wolf, Jessica Lynne Youngblood, and Monica Lee Zawacki.

Warren Road (Canton Center to Morton Taylor): The road will be widened to five lanes and cross-section will be 10-inch non-reinforced concrete pavement. Construction is scheduled for summer 2004. Cherry Hill Road andN. Ridge Road: Construction for paving and drainage improvements will begin in the spring 2004.

Schoolcraft College is at 18600 Haggerty Road, between Six and Seven Mile roads, just west of 1-275.

COUNTY WORK Resurfacing projects by Wayne County during construction season: -

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Michael Aznavorian, owner of Clips & Clamps Industries in Plymouth Tbwnship's Metro West Industrial Park, said the loss of manufacturing jobs has forced his plant to struggle for the past three years. 0 "In fact, we haven't made any money over the three year period," said Aznavorian. "We're hanging on. We see a little brightness coming in 2004, only because we're getting a little business; not that we're getting higher prices for our product." Aznavorian said he tries to dp the right things as a businessman, but he wishes consumers would stop looking at the low prices of goods dumped into the U.S. from abroad and learn to Buy American. "There are responsibilities of corporations to their communities,'' said , Aznavorian. "And, there's responsibilities of consumers. They keep buying those goods with the little label that says 'Made in China.' "One day, we're not going to have any jobs here, and there's not going to be any income or taxation... no income to buy things," he said. Aznavorian employs 60 people at his 50year-old business. He hasn't laid off anyone, yet. "I probably should have, but I didn't because they are my family," said Aznavorian. "I can't lay them off. How are they going to make it?" Aznavorian was one of nearly 60 people who attended an afternoon-long Manufacturing Summit sponsored by Rep. John Stewart (R-Plymouth Township) last Friday. Stewart also represents the eastern part of Canton. What Stewart heard was bad news - with some solutions suggested - about the hundreds of thousands of manufactur-

Phil Power, publisher of the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers as well as others, spoke at the summit in Plymouth.

ing jobs lost in Michigan as a result of the tributing to manufacturing job losses. economic downturn, and companies who "Regulatory (mandates) cost manufacare sending jobs to places like China and turing roughly $8,000 per employee; risMexico. ing healthcare costs is an epidemic hitting David Martin, senior vice president of all segments of the economy; and rising Comerica Bank, said he's traveled to some energy prices..." said Smith. "There is no border towns in Mexico, which are looking incentive for research and development in more and more like "Main Street corporate the U.S, which is being outsourced to lowAmerica." cost foreign countries. "Every Fortune 500 company in the "The Japanese and Chinese are holding United States has major representation in . more than a trillion dollars of our money to these cities; who have literally explored manipulate the currency... to keep our curmillions and millions of manufacturing rency strong against there's," he said. jobs across the border, where the wage rate The chairman of HomeTown is roughly $1.50 an hour," said Martin. Communications, Phil Power, said the "Those jobs won't come back... they're playing global trade playing field needs to gone for good." be leveled. Wes Smith, president of E&E "We need to change the playing field that Manufacturing, one of Plymouth's largest global corporations are now free to exploit," employers and taxpayers, said while manu- said Power. "We have to do that seriously, facturing is the engine of economic growth, powerfully and more radically than less." there are a number of factors that are [email protected] (734) 459-2700

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The Plymouth District Library Board will hold its REGULAR February meeting Tuesday, February 17, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. at 223 S. Main Street, Plymouth, Michigan 48170. The Plymouth District Library will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tape of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to the Plymouth District Library. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Plymouth District Library by writing or calling the following:

Plymouth Housing Commission is seeking conceptual proposals for an office expansion. Work consists of architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical renovation of an approximately 1650 sf area into office usage. Selection of the architect will be based on many factors includingbut not limited to qualifications, knowledge of federal reporting guidelines, construction experience, and knowledge of local codes. Design proposals to include preliminary conceptual prints, costs for providing construction drawings and construction inspection: Tours of the proposed project can be made by. calling 734-455-3670 ext. 222 or 226. Proposals to be submitted to Plymouth Housing Commission, 1160 Sheridan, Plymouth, MI 48170 no later than EOBD Friday, March 26,2004.

Officer Andrew Curry will represent the Canton Police Department in the annual Police Unity Ibur. The bicycle tour will be held in May 2004, coinciding with Police Week. The tour is the single largest supporter of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. The Police Unity Tour was first organized in 1997 and has grown from 18 members in New Jersey to more than 450 members in 11 states. Each year, these officers ride bicycles from the New York/New Jersey area to the Memorial in Washington, D.C.. to raise awareness and

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ast week, as politicians seeking the presidency crisscrossed Michigan, Lou Schimmel, who has more power in a smaller space than any of them ever will, paused to look forward to the day he could give up his. Nearly four years ago, he was named Emergency Financial Manager of perennially fiscally troubled Hamtramck, a tiny city long famous as a Polish cultural enclave, a place with mere color, histoiy and irresponsible politicians than most. The "EFM" has been there ever since, in complete conessenoerr trol of the city finances. Men in union jackets curse his name in city bars. So do the politicians - though most will admit that the place was a fiscal mess, and bringing an economic dictator then was, damn it, probably necessary. But that was the fault of all those other guys, they add, and it is high time the man they call "Oscar Schimmel" was sent packing. Nothing doing, says their emergency financial manager. Not yet. "The fact is that I would be happy to finish this task. I am planning on being out of here by the end of the year. But my first condition is that the mayor and the council and the unions independently adopt a balanced budget - and show good faith that they'll live up to it." That has been the problem for a long time. Time was when you could spend a lifetime in Hamtramck and never need a word of English. John Paul II came here, as have acres of presidential hopefuls courting the national Polish vote. Hamtramckans were solid people who crowded into tiny frame houses and mostly worked at the huge Dodge Main auto factory. They kept the streets tidy and paid their bills. But the city

often didn't. Squabbling politicians who couldn't get along or balance a budget have been as much a part of Hamtramck's histoiy as the enormous jelly doughnuts called paczki. Scandals \vere common in the old days; and at least one mayor was trundled off to jail. But in the old days,' there was always lots of tax;revenue from Dodge Main and prosperous auto workers. But the great plant closed in1980, and the city's fortunes have been drifting, mostly downward, ever since. Four years ago, things came to a head. Michigan cities are required by law to balance their budgets. Despite the national prosperity, Hamtramck - which has 23,000 people, less than half its population in its "glory days" - was running a $2.9 million deficit. Exasperated, the state, after repeated warnings, took over the city Now 66, Schimmel, who had absolutely no ties to Hamtramck, was starting to ease out of the public bond business when he got a call. Would he consider becoming what amounted to the czar of Hamtramck, with total financial powers? That was on a Wednesday night. "They wanted me to start Friday. That may have been crazy, but I love a challenge" So he did. The place where his tidy office is today was a derelict room in a long-abandoned hospital turned city hall, littered with what pigeons produce. He took immediate control. "Yes, I fired people, I eliminated positions. We had early retirements. I had to get the place's financial house in order." On the streets and in the tough union bars, he became the most hated man on the planet. Noticing he had a Germansounding name, there were the inevitable Nazi jokes. Yet the garbage was getting picked up again. Gary Zych, then the mayor, was a particular foe. He was essentially disenfranchised, as were the five city councilmen. For some months the EFM stopped paying their salaries. They battled him tooth and nail,

but he had the power and the purse. Campaigning largely against Schimmel, Zych was reelected - by five votes - in 2002. But last November, he lost to a tavern owner, Tom Jankowski, who pledged to try for better relations with Schimmel "since he is going to be leaving." Or maybe not. The EFM, never one to mince words, says the new mayor is a vast improvement over the old one. But the problem, as he sees it, is not personality, but form of government. The city has long had a weak mayor and no city manager, and consequently, nobody has overall responsibility. "What Hamtramck needs is either a strong mayor or a city manager." Last fell, a new city charter that would have provided for a city manager form of government was offered to the voters. It was denounced by most of the usual politicians, and lost 55-45. The city can try to pass the charter again. If voters do, Lou Schimmel would likely gratefully turn over the keys and go home. Last year, a new governor took office in Lansing, and some discreet inquiries were made as to whether he was about ready to declare his task done. "I can quit tomorrow," he offered. "And they said, well, uh, no, that's not what we had in mind ..." he laughed. The state backed down. His department heads quickly got wind of that, however. They promptly presented him with a certificate, which now proudly hangs in his conference room. "We, the loyal few, do hereby attest that tyranny, wickedness and insolvency still reign upon the land. Let all men know, by affixing our signatures below, we freely and knowingly resolve to support our EFM in his quest to vanquish evil." He may have hired them, but at least a few Hamtramckans don't hate the boss. Jack Lessenberry is editorial vice president of HomeTown C o m m u n i c a t i o n s . He can be r e a c h e d by phorte at (248) 901-2561 or by e-mail at jlessenberryfhomecomm.net.

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moving to a particular community. But the report cards for our school systems might just be as questionable as the report cards students receive, because they don't take into consideration enough factors and don't weigh differences adequately. For years, schools have struggled to perfect a report card that fully evaluates a student's growth, potential and special qualities. It might also take years to develop a report card that can properly evaluate our schools and provide for proper remedy.

ome wags call the No Child Left Behind plan No Schools Left Standing. They argue that the remedies hurt schools that are already at a disadvantage. They also argue that funding is inadequate to provide the remedies recommended. Some conservatives are scratching their heads over how a conservative Republican president could have instituted such a centralplanning, federally controlled system. Some

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Jay Young, director of communications for the Livonia Public Schools, says educating children is too complicated to reduce everything to a letter grade. "It is frustrating to deal with such an arbitrary indicator of school success, especially given the lack of good, timely data from the state," Young said in an interview in Thursday's Livonia Observer. "As a result, the validity of the state report card is questionable." The old computer term GIGO, garbage in-garbage out, might apply here. When districts received the report cards last fall, several districts appealed because of errors which delayed public release of the grades until last week. Livonia actually did very well in the report cards, but Young stresses that what goes on the school buildings every day is more important than a letter grade from the state. "We are heavily involved with and remain focused on our school improvement processes and strategies. They are much more comprehensive, timely and meaningful for our staff and students," Young said. This might be a case of a program with a strong potential for good that has a long way to go. Educators and parents have been frustrated for years about the quality of our public school systems. Public schools have become a target for some politicians, many with an

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agenda to move more student^ into private education. ^ In the late 1950s, Americans woke up one morning to find , , that the Soviet Union had sen£ a satellite into orbit and begaxi, to question whether our,children were receiving an educa-r tion that could compete with an accomplishment like that. In the 1980s, America was confronted with strong com- k petition for business supremarj cy from Japan. iStory after j story began to appear about the superiority of Japanese -n schools and about how ^ Japanese students practically^ never slept as they were so focused on academic achieve-' } ment. Columnists ruminate regu- ; larly about the pitiful state of public education. Some of our schools are in trouble, many of them in our most economically distressed areas - big cities and rural communities. And some might question the rigor of our school curricula even in our -, better suburban, schools. But it seems a growing number of young people are ^ finding their way into univer-. , sities (if they can scrape up th^ money somehow) and are continuing to achieve higher lev- , els of education than their parents. Most of our public schools are turning out stu- . dents who're literate, computer savvy, technically aware. _ Meanwhile, the Soviet ' Union doesn't exist anymore I and Japan has been going through a 10-year economic * slump. » We do need to work hard on£ improving truly failing schools and the underlying social conditions that make them failing schools. And our local educators need to continue doing the generally outstanding job they do under sometimes trying circumstances. * *

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2000. Her club team, the Michigan Hawks, won back-to-back Michigan State Cup championships the last two years, and Rudzis was the MVP keeper both times. She was all-conference in 2001 and 2 0 0 2 and was third team all-state in 2002. "Rachel is a goaikeeper who has found.su,ccess at all levels of her playing c a r e e r , h i g h school, club and OOP," said ISU coach Vernon Croft. "She is a very athletic goalkeeper who is more than capable of competing for the starting role on our team this fall."

Jordan Napier (left) collected 16 points and 10 rebounds for Canton Agape in its win over Plymouth Christian Friday. Daniel Carty had eight points for PCA.

With the first quarter just past the halfway mark, Plymouth Christian Academy basketball coach Doug Taylor saw something he didn't like and called time out, his team trailing archrival Canton Agape Christian, 9-4. A half-dozen seconds after the timeout, PCA's Daniel Carty swiped the ball from Agape and dribbled in for an easy layup to make it a three-point game. It was to be the Eagles last highlight of the half. Agape, embarrassed 67-58 on its homecourt by PCA in the two teams' first meeting Jan. 16, returned the favor by taking advantage of — and causing some — PCA shooting woes in a 54-40 victory Friday at PCA. The Wolverines improve to 10-3 overall, 3r2 in the Michigan Independent Athletic Conference. PCA is 7-6 overall, 3-3 in the MIAC. "Our kids were really focused," said Agape coach Chuck Henry. "Maybe after los-

Wolverine comeback catches Eagles One game into Thursday's match at Plymouth Christian Academy, it looked like a repeat of the first meeting Canton Agape Christian's volleyball team had against its nemesis. That one ended with a PCA win on Agape's home court (Discovery Middle School). The Eagles' 15-7 win in Thursday's first set didn't indicate anything substantial had changed. But it had. The Wolverines rallied, edging PCA in the next two games 15-12, 15-13 to take the match. Agape improved to 5-9 overall, 2-5 in the Michigan Independent Athletic Conference. The Eagles are 10-9-1 overall, 4-2 in the MIAC. "It was a very, very good comeback," said Agape coach Gretchen Sexton, singling out in particular the performance turned in by Tarah Armbrester. "She

VOLLEYBALL played a great defensive game. She was our backbone." Armbrester finished with five digs, . two kills and a service ace. A J. Creps had 11 kills, Ashley Paul got five kills, Emily Tong totaled 17 set assists, and Danielle Mosier finished with five aces and nine digs. Agape plays at Deerfield Monday. PCA travels to Southfield Christian.

Canton clubs Western This match had none of the suspense of last Monday's Western Lakes Activities Association match against Wayne Memorial. Canton had to rally from a 14-3 deficit in the second set to

get a win over Wayne. Against Walled Lake Western Wednesday at Canton, the Chiefs were methodically efficient, dispensing with the Warriors 15-6,15-8. The victory improved Canton's record to 15-10-4 overall, 3-1 in the WLAA, 1-0 in the Western Division. Western is 1-3 in the WLAA, 0-1 in the Western Division. Katie Esper led the Chiefs' attack with six kills; she also had four blocks and two digs. Other Canton standouts were Kristen Lillie with 12 set assists and six digs, Heather Richardson with 10 digs and five set assists and Andrea Johnson with three service aces, three digs and two kills. Canton hosts Livonia Stevenson at 7 p.m. Monday.

Cheer champs The Plymouth HS junior varsity cheerleaders came in first place at the Wolverine Regional Cheer Competition recently. It was the first competition for the newlyf o r m e d squad, which had to overcome injuries and an adjusted routine just 4 8 hours before the event. The win earned the Wildcat cheerleaders a bid to the National Cheer Competition in Orlando, Fla. Team members are Ashley Altman, Alie Bates, Jenna Beauchamp, Adrianne Bielak, Carrie Brooks, Samantha Esper, Kalee Fox, Laura Freitag, Beth Gutowski, Katie Hale, Molly Howard, Amanda Kanaan, Samantha Panek, Brittany Petty, Chelsey Pickard, Courtney Pickard, Allison Poremba, Amy Quiambao, Alie Saker, Laura Tremonti, Amanda Waite, Breana Wallace and Emily Zelenak. The team is coached by Alisha Cieslak.

Gymnasts win The Plymouth HS gymnastics team got a dualmeet win Wednesday, beating visiting Berkley 126.9-119.95. The top aH-around score went to the Bears' Gabby Mayes, who scored a 33.75. Next best were two Wildcats: Amy Quiambao was second for Plymouth with a 32.85 and Courtney Pickard was third with a 30.25. Plymouth clashes with Salem at 7 p.m. Monday.

getting the goal to make it 3-2. But the fireworks were just beginning. The Whalers had an answer, getting two goals in a 38-second span to retake the lead, 4-3. John Vigilante got the first on the power play, with assists from Ryan Ramsay and Mike Knight; the second came from Brent Mahon, from Carnegie and Sestito. Mahon's god came with 8:50 left in regulation. With just :04 on the clock, Ryan O'Marra knocked in a shot for Erie to knot it at 4-all and force overtime. Which set the stage for Letizia's OT heroics with :06 left. Carnegie got his third assist of the game on die game-winner, and Mitchell got his second. Fiedler also had two assists. Hisey finished with two goals and an assist for Erie. Sean O'Connor had two assists. Paul Drew stopped 22 of 26 shots on goal for the Whalers. Jhase Snidermar and Josh Disher divided time in goal for the Otters. Erie was l-of-9 on the power play; Plymouth was 2-of-5.

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Mike Letizia got the game-winning goal with just six seconds left in overtime to iift the Whalers to a 5-4 win over Erie Friday.

First-half barrage boosts SC women to win VanSchoten (16 points on 6-of-13 shootSchoolcraft College's women's basketing, plus 10 rebounds and two blocked ball team got it going early Wednesday at shots) fouled out. Alpena CC's Park Arena, and the Ocelots Amantha Combs topped SC with 16 never let up in posting a 68-43 victory. points (7-of-8. from the floor) and eight SC improved to 15-6 overall, 9-2 in the rebounds. Ashley Gibson and Tara MCCAAs Eastern Conference. Alpena is Charles (from Redford Bishop Borgess) 4-15 overall, 2-9 in the conference. scored 11 points apiece, Gibson dishing Shooting was the difference. The out eight assists and Charles grabbing Ocelots connected on 15-of-34 first-half eight boards and making two steals. shots (44.1 percent) compared to the Sara lyree (Westland John Glenn) Lumberjacks' 8-of-32 (25 percent) — one added 10 points and two blocks; Tiffani reason SC led 33-19 at the intermission. „ Pattillo totaled nine points, seven Alpena wasn't much better in the secrebounds, five sjteals and four assists; and ond half; for the game, the Lumberjacks hit l6-of-60 (26.6 percent), SC was 29-of- Crystal Pittman had nine points and five boards. Joni Ames added 15 points for 70 (41.4 percent). It wasn't any different Alpena. from the free-throw line: SC was 8-of-12 Aquinas 7 0 , Madonna 5 7 : A q u i n a s (66.7 percent), Alpena hit 6-of-19 (31.5' didn't exactly light it up against visiting percent). Six Ocelots scored nine or more Madonna Wednesday in Grand Rapids, points. Only two Lumberjacks managed but the Saints were more accurate than that, and their top scorer, Megan

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Canton jolts Franklin; CG wins, 6-1 Records meant nothing as Canton upset host Livonia Franklin 4-2 Wednesday in a Western Lakes Activities Association Western Division hockey encounter at Edgar Arena. The Chiefs improved to 4-11-1 overall, 1-3 in the division with the victory. Franklin is 11-5-2 overall, 2-2 in the division. Franklin, playing its fourth game in eight days and missing three players, couldn't overcome a 3-0 deficit after two periods. Franklin beat Canton in a Dec. 12 meeting, 8-3.

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Letizia's goal lifts Whalers The Plymouth Whalers withstood a wild third-period comeback by the Erie Otters, then got the game-winning goal from Tim Letizia with just six seconds left in overtime to gain a 5-4 victory Friday in Erie. The Whalers improved to 23-18-9-3 (58 points), solidifying their position in second place in the Ontario Hockey League's West Division. For Erie, it was its third-straight loss, leaving the Otters at 23-18-6-4 (56 points), fourth in the OHL's Midwest Division. Plymouth got off to a fast start, getting first-period goals from Vaclav Meidl (from Jonas Fiedler and John Mitchell) and Tim Sestito (from Fiedler and Rane Carnegie), the latter coming on the power play. Erie's Rob Hisey narrowed the gap to 2-1 with a second-period score, then tied it with a power-play goal 1:38 into the third period. The Otters got their first lead at the 3:33 mark of the third period, Geoff Piatt

ing at Discovery (Middle School, Agape's home court) we had a psychological advantage. But I was surprised we jumped 'em and got that big of a lead." Certainly some of the things the Wolverines did differently this time around made a difference in the outcome, but PCA didn't help itself. After Carty's basket with 3:33 left in the first quarter, the Eagles missed sixstraight shots. By the time they got their next basket, by Aaron Ciborowski with 5:36 left in the second quarter, Agape was already up 24-9. PCA would go another 3:18 without a point. When halftime mercifully (for the Eagles) arrived, the gap had grown to 20 points, 35-15. PCA would either have to make every shot in the second half or play perfect defense to catch the Wolverines - or both. As it turned out, the Eagles could do neither. They played good defense in the third quar-

the Crusaders. Aquinas took advantage of Madonna's 9-of-37 first-half floor shooting (27.8 percent) to open up a 36-26 halftime lead. The Saints never let it get away, improving to 12-13 overall, 4-3 in the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. Madonna fell to 9-15 overall, 5-3 in the WHAC. Two Crusaders reached double figures in scoring: Marwa Ayoub and Hayley Myers each scored 11 points, Ayoub also grabbing nine rebounds, three steals, two blocks and two assists. Jackie Pingston added eight points and three assists. Aquinas was paced by Kim Pomeroy with 13 points and 10 rebounds; Jackie Braspenninx with 12 points, 10 rebounds and nine blocked shots; and Cassie Chan with 10 points, three assists and two steals. Leslie Hoffman chipped in with nine points.

"Canton's team is much improved," Franklin coach Terry Jobbitt said. * "They played great hockey and they were the better team. They weren't the same team we faced the first time. They outplayed us the entire night. They beat us to the puck." Matt Oliver gave Canton a 1-0 lead on an assist from Mike Stewart at the 0:47 mark of the first period. Garrett Hyman made it 2-0 on a power-play goal from Stewart and Nick Leadford at 4:51 of the second period. Leadford, who is Jobbitt's nephew, scored at 6:24 of the same period from Stewart and Kyle Tollison, "We were just better prepared," said Canton coach Jim Wheaton. "We've been improving as a team. It was just a matter of time before we started winning again. "Before we couldn't seem to put it all together. We were finally able to play, three strong periods. Now we want to build on it and get ready for the (state) playoffs." Franklin got on the board at 5:28 of the final period — Matt Sgriccia from Dave McCall and Brad Garbutt. But Canton iced the victory on Kevin Tollison's goal at the 6:00 mark from Hyman. McCall scored with 2:33 left from D.J. Tracy and Keith Robert. Canton goaltender Chris Garrett made 28 saves, while Franklin's Sam Burrows stopped 18 shots. CC 6, Trenton Is Trenton scored first, but Redford Catholic Central got the next six as the Shamrocks got the' win Wednesday night against die host Trojans at Kennedy Ice Arena. "We played a really good game," said CC coach Todd Johnson as his team improved to 9-6-3 overall. "Our one line of Drew Kahle, Dan Barczuk and Derek New got the puck into the net, but our other three lines were solid as well. "I think our guys are starting to realize that we're a good team when we work hard arid move our feet." PLEASE SEE HOCKEY, B3

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! H recently published article reported that the Detroit ' zW% Metro Sports Commission .'.f\Vas attempting to land the ^-Women's International -fowling Congress 2008 '•'national convention and championship tournament. Super Bowl Lanes in Canton was one of five local area bowling centers bidding for the tournament. Ten Pin The tourAlley nament runs for four Al months and brings in a huge number ,* of entrants during that timespan resulting •in a significant boost for the -local economy, typically 180,000 bowlers plus guests. : The decision will be made at -the WIBC annual convention this May in Wichita, Kan. The chosen city expects to ,have an impact on its local ^economy to the tune of more "than $22 million. In addition -Jo Super Bowl in Canton, other .area bowling centers interested 'in bidding include JTiunderbowl Lanes in Allen Park, Taylor Lanes and Skore Lanes in Taylor. Do not get your hopes up for this to happen. In fact, it is very unlikely to go to the Detroit area at all. A few years ago Detroit put in a very serious bid, aided by the Detroit Visitors ajid Convention Bureau. They cre' ated a very impressive videotaped program showing the

finer points of our metropolitan area including Greenfield Village/Henry Ford Museum, along with the three casinos. They also pitched area shopping malls, great hotel accommodations, our neighbor to the south, Windsor, Ontario, a revitalized downtown, including the Fox Theatre, Comerica Park, Cobo Hall, etc. The bid was presented at the WIBC convention, only to fall a distant second to Tulsa, Okla. Hey, what happened there? Detroit is definitely the bowling capital of the world, boasting more centers, more lanes and the largest concentration of bowlers anywhere on earth. Tulsa, Okla.? C'mon. How can there even be any comparison between these two cities? Therein lies the rub. People in other parts of the country have a very negative perception of this city. We supposedly have a higher crime rate than most other places. Even though much has been accomplished, the nationwide public image for Detroit remains poor. If you travel, you know exactly what I mean. This may all be a moot point, however, as this year's American Bowling Congress and WIBC conventions will probably both vote to merge the two into a single organization. It is most likely to pass this year. It is undecided, at this stage, how the national conventions and tournaments will be structured in the future, and if a merger will take place. It remains to be seen whether the new Single Membership Organization, with all factions voting as one,

could alter the vote regarding the national convention and tournament. • The 101st annual Michigan State Bowling Tournament is under way in nearby Monroe. It is a 16-week run from start to finish, now at the quarter pole, coming into the fourth week of statewide competition. Rather than going through all the event leaders in each category, you will see those that are among the leaders from our own and neighboring cities. These are the early leaders with 13 weeks remaining: In the Team Actual, Gold Crown Pro Shop No. 2 of Waterford currently holds down third place with 3,259. For Team Handicap, Larke Wood Floors of Royal Oak is in first place with 3,534, while Larke Wood Floors team No. 2 is in fourth spot with 3,501. Fifth place is held by Gold Crown Pro Shop No. 2 with 2,494. In Doubles Actual, Clint Berryman and Bob McDonald of Oak Park are in third place with 1,381. Michelle Berryman of Ypsilanti has a nice 748 in Singles Actual, giving her possession of second place. ! Clint Berryman is currently in fifth place for the All-Events Scratch with 2,051. There will be updates as the tournament progresses and more of our local bowlers hit it big on the lanes. • The Wayne-Westland Metro Bowling Association and TVi-City Women's Bowling Association are in the midst of their 32nd annual Mixed Doubles Tournament, going on this weekend and next week-

end with squads filling up the lanes at Wayne Bowl on Michigan Avenue. There are two squads on Saturday and at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. today, which leaves some time for last minute entries (if space is available), as well as for bowling enthusiasts to come on down and watch. For mdre information, call Elizabeth Campbell at (734) 721-1759. • The Western Wayne Men's Bowling Association is also conducting its traditional 700 Tournament, which has already staged all of its qualifying rounds at Super Bowl, located on Ford Road, in Canton. The semifinals will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21. The field will then be pared down to the final five players at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 22. To be eligible, a bowler must have rolled a sanctioned 700 series at some point in their bowling career. First place pays off a nice prize of $1,500, followed by , $750 for second, $400 for third place, $350 for fourth, $300 for fifth and $200 to the sixth place finisher. • Random thought: How about Super Bowl coming up with a special bowling event to tie-in with the 2006 Super Bowl at Ford Field in Detroit? It would make a nice cross promotion, to have a Super Bowl event for football fans to bowl for prize money during the Super Bowl. A! Harrison is a resident of Livonia and a director of the Greater Detroit Bowling Association. He can be reached at (248) 477-1839, or e-mail at [email protected].

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WESTLAND JOHN GLENN 41 SALEM 28 Feb. 5 at Salem 103 pounds: Brandon Nikula (WJG) pinned Jeremy Stanietwitz, 4:29; 112: Rowdy Glasgow (WJG) won by technical fall over Ryan Waliace, 15-0; 119: Matt Kessler (S) dec. Mike Week, 12-6; 125: Ryan Stump (S) decisioned Orlando Carswell, 17-5; 130: Dave Burr (S) dec. Jim Wood, 11-4; 135: Zach Vaughn (S) pinned Saif Naber, 1:41; 140: Rece Cox (WJG) pinned Matt Sammut, 0:49; 145: Greg Wacker (WJG) pinned Jacob Bennett, 5:19; 152: Daron Cruickshank (JG) pinned Corey Mervyn, 2:34; 160: Brad Allen (WJG) dec. Brian Danville, 4-1; 171: Jordan Schaefer (S) p. Chris Stephenson, 1:07; 189: Jake Fairchild (WJG) dec. Jeremy Henderson, 10-4; 215: Eric Schambers (WJG) p. Alex Smith, 1:10; 275: Jeremy Walker (S) pinned Shanir Garcia, 1:38. Glenn's dual meet record: John Glenn, 285 overall, 5-0 In the WLAA-Lakes Division (clinched title). LIVONIA FRANKLIN 34 CANTON 30 Feb. 5 at Canton 103 pounds: Jesse Gardocki (LF) pinned Sam Santllli, 2:41; 112: Mike Warren (LF) decisioned Nick Poole, 10-6; 119: James Jones (LF) p. Jay Fleischmann, 1:01; 125: Steve Hogg (C) dec. Zack Campbell, 7-2; 130: Corey Phillips (C) p. Josh Billiau, 1:14; 135: Kayle McCartt (LF) dec. Pete Bonneau, 10-2; 140: Ryan Webb (C) won by void; 145: Konrad Konsitzke ( 0 p. Dave Watkins, 2:46; 152: Steve Hosey ( 0 p..Matt Warren, 1:39; 160: Blake Karkoska (LF) dec. Marwan Faraj, 3-2; 171: Chris Weiss (LF) dec. Alex Enberg, 3-2; 189: P.J. Caram (C) dec. Chris VanCamp, 13-12 (OT); 215: Greg Schuyler (LF) dec. Dave Kersten, 8-1; 275: Ryan Pokryfky (Lf)' p. Donnie Laramie, 3:56. Dual-meet records: Franklin, 11-4 overall, 23 in the WLAA-Western Division; Canton, 11-11 overall, 2-3 in the WLAA-Western Division. LIVONIA CHURCHILL 64 PLYMOUTH 12 Feb. 5 at Plymouth 103 pounds: Tim Hecksel (LC) pinned Sasha Besco, 1:05; 112: Ben Franklin (P) p. Allen. Frantsen, 1:32; 119: Greg Roberts '(LC) p. Ryan Hoeman, 0:22; 125: Justin Smith (LC) p. All Yousef, 2:30; 130: Kris Felice (LC) p. Steve Korpus, 2:58; 135: Erik Brace (LC) dec. John

Hagar, 7-2; 140: Jameson Murray (LC) p. Jeff Schwartz, 0:54; 145: Josh Kelly (LC) p. Will Gripman, 3:29; 152: Ben Adams (LC) p. Sean Dillon, 2:48; 160: Ramin Pakray (P) p. John Vandenbossche, 2:48; 171: Danny Gaffke (LC) won by major dec. Danny Jammoul, 11-2; 189: Manuel Schubert (LC) won by major dec. over Taylor Fox, 16-5; 215: Hafeez Qureshi (LC) p. Brad Kraft, 0:30; 275: Pat Draheim (LC) p. Sean Bailey, 1:58. Churchill's dual meet record: 16-0 overall and 5-0 WLAA-Western Division (clinched title). SAGINAW 43 REDFORD CATHOLIC CENTRAL 27 Feb. 4 at Rochester Adams 103: Ronald Irazier (S) pinned Nieko iannl, 3:22; 112: Andrew Nadhir (CC) won by technical fall over Andrew Lint, 21-6; 119: Rolando Jackson (S) p. Brett Schwarzlose, 2:58; 125: Robert Price (CC) decisioned Courtney Sears, 9-2; 130: Luis Vasquez (S) p. Mike McHenry, 3:49; 135: Terry Moncado (S) dec. Shane O'Connor, 8-2; 140: Demetrius Maso (S) won by major dec. John Kenny, 10-2; 145: Duane Banks (S) p. John Cox, 2:34; 152: Albert Williams (S).p. Mike Carrier, 5:11; 160: Trevor Stewart (CC) p. James Bibbs, 2:37; 171: Scott Schwarzlose (CC) dec. Nayvon Hill, 4-1; 189: John Kinville (CC) won by major dec. over Jacoby Moore, 12-0; 215: David Morris (S) p. Brandon Albrecht, 3:48; 275: John Morasso (CC) p. Ronnie Latimore, 0:53. REDFORD CATHOLIC CENTRAL 56 ROCHESTER ADAMS 15 Feb. 4 at Adams 103: Nieko lanni (CC) pinned Jason Jock, 1:22; 112: Andrew Nadhir (CC) won by technical fall over Ryan Hendricks, 23-14; 119: Brett Schwarzlose (CC) p. Mike Anton, 0:58; 125: Robert Price (CC) decisioned Addison Pierce, 8-2; 130: Mike McHenry (CC) p.. Sean Quigley, 2:33; 135: Shane O'Connor (CC) p. Chris Ouimet, 2:31; 140: Ryan Dean (RA) p. John Kenny, 3:18; 145: Alex Zeali (RA) dec. John Cox, 6-1; 152: Brad Bertram (CC) p. Wayne Sanders, 1:55; 160: Trevor Stewart (CC) p. Eric Stoner, 1:48; 171: Scott Schwarzlose (CC) p. Roger Heiple, 4:16; 189: John Kinville (CC) dec. Karan Mehta, 8-3; 215: Brandon Albrecht (CC) dec. Baher Faik, 11-10; 275: Steve Thatcher (RA) p. John Morasso, 1:36. CC's dual meet record: 9-10 overall.

S W I M RESULTS W.L. NORTHERN 54 SALEM 132 Feb. 5 at Salem 200-yard medley relay: 1. Salem (Nick Dixon, Penn Chou, Casey Johnson, Matt Jurcak), 1:46.82. 200 freestyle: 1. Matt Underbill (S), 2:08.57. 200 individual medley: 1. Billy Korgan (S), 2:21.21; 2. John Kline (S), 2:28.03. 50 freestyle: 1. Joel Rinkevich (WLN), 23.51; 2. Nick White (S), 24.11. Diving: 1. Andrew Murawski (S), 214.10 points. 100 butterfly: 1. Patrick Sautura! (S),'

1:00.93. 100 freestyle: 1. Rinkevich (WLN), 51.87; 2. Horgan (S), 55.54. 500 freestyle: 1. Underbill (S), 5:45.33; 2. Eric Martin (S), 6:09.97. 200 freestyle relay: 1. Salem (Jurcak, White, Mike Higgs, Dixon), 1:33.80. 100 backstroke: 1. Kline (S), 1:06.33. 100 breaststroke: 1. Johnson (S), 1:07,49; 2. Dave Xia (S), 1:14.72. 400 freestyle relay: 1. Salem (Jurcak, Higgs, Chou, Dixon), 3:28,26. Salem's dual-meet record: 5-4 overall, 3-2 in the WLAA.

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Aquinas outlasts Madonna Madonna University ran out of gas down the stretch Wednesday, allowing Aquinas College to escape with an 8376 victory at Madonna. The Crusaders dipped to 815 overall, 2-6 in the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. Aquinas is 15-9 overall, 4-3 in the WHAC. Madonna was in the battle ' throughout the first half, taking a 37-29 lead on a Joe Kofahl three-pointer with four minutes left. The Crusaders couldn't hold it, however, getting outscored by the Saints 14-2 the rest of the half to trail 43-39 at the break. A couple of threes, by Noel Emenhiser enabled Madonna to tie it at 4 8-all early in the second half, and it stayed close until the final four minutes,

and collected 17 rebounds Wednesday as Eastern Conference co-leader Schoolcraft College (19-3,10-1) routed cellar dweller Alpena Community College (4-15, 29). The Ocelots, who bounced back from Saturday's 74-67 loss to Flint Mott, jumped out to a 49-22 halftime lead. Ty Scott added 12 points for Schoolcraft, while Ricky Morgan contributed 11 points and seven assists. Ryan Baumgartner and Derrick Ponder each finished with 10 points. Ponder also grabbed 10 rebounds. "We came out and played well as a team," Schoolcraft coach Carlos Briggs said. "We're only as good as when we played together as a team."

when Aquinas outscored the Crusaders 10^3 for the winning margin. Emenhiser finished with a game-high 26 points, including five three-pointers. Dan Kurtinaitis added 17 points, four assists and two steals, and Chad Nadolni had 16 points, 10 rebounds and three assists. Kofahl finished with nine points. The Saints were paced by Damien Mayo with 24 points. Jeff Jayson contributed 17 points, Tbm Kuslikis netted 14 and Kevin Murphy scored 10. Aquinas hit 32-of-6l shots from the floor (52.9 percent); Madonna was 27-of-64 (42.2 percent).

Schoolcraft 97, Alpena 51: Anton Palmer scored 24 points

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"Our double-teamming defense had a lot to do with that first onh" said Taylor. "But FROM PAGE B1 trick defenses usually don't work more'than once. We knew it wouldn't work again." ter, limiting the Wolverines to seven points; unfortunately, It didn't. PCA gave it a go, they only scored 10, converting doubling both Napier and Charlie Henry to start the 3-of-18 shots. "We just didn't shoot the ball game, just to see how Agape well," said Taylor. "Some of our adjusted. But the Eagles didn't bad shooting can be attributed stick with it. And the to their defense . . . don't get Napier/Henry twosome didn't dismantle PCA by themselves. me wrong, they played well. "But we had some wide-open They did their damage, to be sure. Each scored 16 points, looks. We just didn't make Napier also grabbing 10 them." rebounds and Charlie Henry Certainly those misses cripdishing out four assists and pled PCA's comeback hopes. making three steals. But Chuck But the Wolverines' efforts at Henry felt it was the rest of the the other end made a differteam's scoring efforts that ence, too. In the two teams' first meeting, PCA had concen- proved pivotal. trated its defensive efforts on "Their defense the first time concentrated on stopping containing Agape's one-two Charlie and Jordan," Chuck punch of Jordan Napier and Henry said. "We've been workCharlie Henry. ing on that ever since. The first And it worked. But Taylor time we had shots, we just had no illusions as he readied couldn't knock them down. his team for the rematch.

"This time we did. Eight of nine of our guys scored. They earned (the win) the first time, we earned it this time." Matt Cross was next highest scorer for Agape with seven points. Gabe Molnar totaled four points and five boards. Also in the first meeting, four Eagles scored in double figures. That didn't happen in the rematch — Ciborowski led PCA with 14 points, Steve Sumner added 10 and Carty scored eight. "What makes that team so effective is their inside-outside game," Chuck Henry said of PCA. "All five of their kids can score. Our focus on defense was apparent: They go from four in doubles (in scoring) to two in doubles." PCA was able to narrow the gap to 14 in the second half. But that came against the Agape bench, and by then the gap was too big and the time was too little.

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Lafever tied it from Barczuk and Tim Buttery. Kahle gave CC the lead for good four minutes into the second period from New, then CC scored four times in the third period to close it out. Pete Pfeffer, Barczuk, Buttery

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Saturday, Feb. 14

Tuesday, Feb. 10

P-C-S P e n g u i n s vs. C r a n b r o o k

C h u r c h i l l at W a y n e , 7 p.m.

at C r a n b r o o k A r e n a , n o o n

F r a n k l i n at S a l e m , 7 p . m .

S t e v e n s o n vs. R e d f o r d U n i f i e d

C a n t o n at S t e v e n s o n , 7 p.m.

a t R e d f o r d Ice A r e n a , 2:15 p.m.

W.L. W e s t e r n at J o h n G l e n n , 7 p . m .

R e d f o r d CC vs. G r o s s e Pte, N o r t h

H u r o n Valley at W a r r e n Zoe, 7 p.m.

at C o m p u w a r e ( O l y m p i c ) , 7 p.m.

DeLaSalle a t R e d f o r d CC, 7 : 3 0 p.m.

PREP WRESTLING Wednesday, Feb. 11

Friday, Feb. 13 W.L. N o r t h e r n at C a n t o n , 7 p.m.

C l a r k s t o n at R e d f o r d CC, 5 p.m.

N o r t h v l i l e at C h u r c h i l l , 7 p.m.

L u t h , W e s t l a n d a t H a r p e r Wds., 6 : 3 0 p.m.

W.L W e s t e r n at F r a n k l i n , 7 p.m.

Clarenceville, H a m t r a m c k

S a l e m at S t e v e n s o n , 7 p.m.

at L u t h e r a n East, 6 : 3 0 p . m .

W.L. C e n t r a l at J o h n G l e n n , 7 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 12

A,A. H u r o n at Wayne, 7 p.m.

C h u r c h i l l at J o h n G l e n n , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

B u s i n e s s Tech at Ply, C h r i s t i a n , 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 14

H u r o n Valley at M a c o m b C h r i s t i a n , 7 : 3 0 p . m .

WLAA T o u r n e y at C h u r c h i l l , 9 a.m.

R e d f o r d CC at B r o t h e r Rice, 7:30 p.m.

M e t r o Conf, at C l a r e n c e v i l l e , 10 a.m.

Saturday, Feb. 14 B.H, R o e p e r at Ply. C h r i s t i a n , 3 p.m.

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C h u r c h i l l at W a y n e , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 12

Franklin at W.L, W e s t e r n , 6 : 3 0 o.m.

C a n t o n at C h u r c h i l l , 7 p . m .

S t e v e n s o n at C a n t o n , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

S a l e m at W.L. C e n t r a l , 7 p.m.

S a l e m at W.L. C e n t r a l , 7 p.m.

F r a n k l i n at N o r t h v i l l e , 7 p.m.

N o r t h v i l l e at J o h n G l e n n , 7 p.m.

S t e v e n s o n a t W a y n e , 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 10

J o h n Glenn at W.L. N o r t h e r n , 7 p.m.

H u r o n Valley vs. F r a n k l i n Road

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at L i v o n i a St, Paul's, 6 p . m .

MISCA m e e t at EMU, 8 a.m.

C l a r e n c e v i l l e at L u t h e r a n N ' w e s t , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS Monday, Feb. 9

L u t h . N o r t h at L u t h . W e s t l a n d , 6:30 p.m. M e r c y at L a d y w o o d . 6 : 3 0 p.m.

S a l e m at P l y m o u t h , 7 p . m

Wednesday, Feb. 11

Livonia Unified vs. H a r t l a n d

W.L. W e s t e r n at C h u r c h i l l , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

at C h u r c h i l l , 7 p.m.

C a n t o n at F r a n k l i n , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 12

S t e v e n s o n at W.L. C e n t r a l , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

W a y n e - W e s t l a n d at B r i g h t o n , 7 p.m.

J o h n G l e n n at S a i e m , 7 p , m

Friday, Feb. 13

W a y n e at N o r t h v i l l e , 7 p.m.

L i v o n i a U n i f i e d at Royal Oak, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 12 H u r o n Valley vs. Zoe C h r i s t i a n .

PREP SKIING Thursday, Feb. 12

at L i v o n i a St. Paul's, 6 p . m .

R e g i o n a l at A l p i n e Valley, 9 a.m.

L u t h . W e s t l a n d at C l a r e n c e v i l l e , 6 : 3 0 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 14

COMPETITIVE CHEER Saturday, Feb. 14

C a n t o n at F r a s e r Invit., 8 a.m.

Livonia Public Schools Invitational

S a l e m at T e m p . B e d f o r d I n v i t . . TBA W a v n e S t a t e I n v i t a t i o n a l , TBA.

at S t e v e n s o n , 10 a . m .

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Wednesday, Feb. 11

PREP HOCKEY Monday, Feb. 9

M a c o m b CC at S c h o o l c r a f t , 7:30 p.m.

L a d y w o o d vs. B l o o m f i e l d

M a d o n n a at C o r n e r s t o n e , 7 : 3 0 p.m.

at U.S. B l a d e s , 7 p . m .

Saturday, Feb, 14

Tuesday, Feb. 10

S c h o o l c r a f t at O a k l a n d CC, 3 p.m.

N o r t h v i l l e vs. P-C-S P e n g u i n s

C o n c o r d i a at M a d o n n a , 3 p.m.

at A r c t i c j i d g e , 6 : 3 0 p . m .

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Wednesday, Feb. 11

Wednesday, Feb. 11 L a d y w o o d vs. C r a n b r o o k

M a c o m b CC at S c h o o l c r a f t , 5 : 3 0 p.m.

at A r c t i c P o n d , 6 p . m .

C o r n e r s t o n e a t M a d o n n a , 7 : 3 0 p.m.

F r a n k l i n vs. C h u r c h i l l ( E d g a r ) , 6 p . m .

Saturday, Feb. 14

S a l e m vs. D e a r b o r n U n i f i e d

M a d o n n a a t C o n c o r d i a , 1 p.m.

at D.l.S.C.,7 p . m .

S c h o o l c r a f t at O a k l a n d CC, 3 p.m.

S t e v e n s o n vs. N ' v i l l e ( E d g a r ) , 8 p . m .

Thursday, Feb. i i R e d f o r d CC v s . P.H. N o r t h e r n

LACROSSE SIGN-UP

S t e v e n s o n at U t i c a E i s e n h o w e r , 8:30 p.m.

S ' f i e i d . C h r i s t i a n at Piy. C h r i s t i a n , 7 p . m .

ONTARIO HOCKEY LEAGUE Thursday, Feb. 12 W h a l e r s a t W i n d s o r , 7 : 3 0 p.m.

at M c M o r r a n A r e n a , 6 p . m .

Friday, Feb. 13

Friday, Feb. 13

W h a l e r s at G u e l p h , 7:30 p.m.

C h u r c h i l l vs. W . L C e n t r a l ( E d g a r ) , 6 p . m .

Sunday, Feb. 15

S a i e m vs. C a n t o n

W h a l e r s at S a g i n a w , 2 p . m .

at A r c t i c Edge, 8 p . m . F r a n k l i n vs. W.L, W e s t e r n

The Canton Leisure Services is sponsoring a Youth Lacrosse League, with the league running from March through June. New and experienced players may join either the fifthsixth grade team or the seventh-eighth grade team. Indoor practices are available in February. Players must supply their own equipment, including helmet, stick, mouth guard, protective equipment and shoulder pads. Teams must have a minimum of 10 players and no more than 25. Included in the $100 per player fee is a uniform, indoor practice time, a 12-week league schedule and an end-of-the-

year jamboree tournament. Players may register right now at the Summit on the Park, located at 46000 Summit Parkway. For more information, call the Canton Softball Center at (734) 483-5600.'

SOCCER CLINICS

ROAD RALLY

The Canton Thunderbirds girls fast-pitch softball organization is hosting its secondannual Road Rally on March 6. Space is limited; early registration is suggested. Cost is $25 per person, which includes meal, prizes and music. For information contact Mike Roberts at (734) 3971355 or on the Web at thunderbirdsoftball.tripod.com.

The Michigan Wolves and Hawks Soccer Club is hosting two free clinics open to the public at Total Soccer's Wixom facility. The girls clinic will feature Oakland University women's soccer coach Nick O'Shea, former Schoolcraft College and Livonia Churchill coach, and will be Feb. 11. The clinic times are: U13, U14 — 5:30 -7 p.m.; Ul5, Ul6 — 7-8:30 p.m.; U17.U18 — 8:30-10 p.m. The boys clinic will feature University of Michigan men's soccer coach Steve Burns and will be Feb. 19. Clinic times are: Ul3, U14 — 5:30-7 p.m.; U15. U l 6 -

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U18 - 8:30-10 p.m. Again, the clinics are free. The Wixom Total Soccer

Facility is located at 309£0 Wixom Road, 11/2 miles north of 1-96. For more information, call Amy Richters are (248) 4786692. JERSEY RAFFLE St. Agatha is raffling off a Pavel Datsyuk autographed Detroit Red Wings' jersey with, wall mount display case with • • proceeds to benefit the school's youth sports program. Tickets are S5 each and can be purchased from St. Agatha athletic director Tim Sweeney. at (248) 722-4036 or by emailing Jim Reed at [email protected]. The drawing will take place on Feb. 21. The winner need not be present to win.

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Magic Moments

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Atkins Diet: the next 'Survivor'

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he cold of February has settled in, the deep freeze keeping us huddled in our warm homes. Only the heartiest of stock seem willing to venture out in the bone-numbing cold. The beautiful sculpted ice art in downtown Plymouth still glistens. The snow crunches beneath our boots. The wind chills take our breath away, and we huddle in our homes, before our fires, finding entertainment in family activities, games such as Monopoly, Sorry! or Clue. We read, we chat, and after we tire of all of that, we switch on the television. The television treats us to heady fare as we curl up on the sofa, wrapped in a blanket, sipping hot chocolate. We watch programs where bad hopeful singers get a dose of reality, we watch starving people stranded on remote islands get a dose of reality, and we watch seven young, drunken strangers living in a dream house get a dose of reality. Christmas is long forgotten, the trees and lights are long put away. As we sit in our homes, hiding from the cold, we reluctantly remember our New Year's, recall the resolutions. It is from these . resolutions that a twinkle of an idea starts to form, a glimmer of a plan, and a twinge of a plot. A concept for a reality show, so innovative, so unique, yet so cruel. "Survivor: The Atkins Diet." Seven women, all of middle age, picked to live in a condo, existing in a world without carbs, living in a world without pretzels, in a world without bread, without chips, without chocolate or peanut butter cups. As the camera rolls, we watch as the women sit and gossip, we giggle as "the cast" works to sabotage each other's diets and we anticipate each new week's offering of challenges and excitement. Fun lights up the screen as the battling dieters play "toss the scale," "find the hidden calories" and "can you live" without seconds?" Viewers will look forward to special guest visits by the always bubbly, sometimes weepy, ever portly Richard Simmons. Susan Powter will stop by with tips on exercise and hair care, and Oprah herself will provide her insights on diet, exercise and life. Even Simon Cowell takes a break from his weekly series to stop by and tell each and every contestant just how fat and out of shape she really is. Each week the biggest loser will be voted off, sent back into the cold, cruel world of fast food and pizza. Back in the house, the camera turns to the remaining "contestants" and the drama continues. The viewing public reels in horror when a plate of Danish is left unattended and an apprentice is fired for the error. The winner walks out with a cool million and starts a new diet craze set to launch in January 2005.

Touples share the romance Anyone can tell by looking at Jeannie and Jeff Louks that they're in love. But sometimes daily life gets in the way so Jeannie likes to spice things up with a surprise getaway for just the two of them. She was delighted to receive a phone call that her entry won the Observer Newspapers' Magic Moments contest so she could surprise Jeff. He was practically cheering when a reporter called to tell him they'd won a Valentine's Day package including two tickets to the Detroit Red Wings game. While Jeannie is looking forward to the game, she's especially excited about winning the $200 gift card from Murray's Jewelry in Redford as well as dinner at George and Harry's in Dearborn and a singing valentine by a barbershop quartet from the Wayne Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. The Redford residents are avid hockey fans. Jeannie plans to replace the Redwings necklace Jeff gave her on Mother's Day with the gift card. The necklace was lost when she had to be put on a respirator during an illness.

TOUGH CHOICE It was difficult to choose a winner after reading through all of the romantic moments. There were so many that brought a tear to the eye or a chuckle. Special getaways were the topic of several readers. Laura Zain wrote about reuniting with former Churchill High School sweetheart Dave Pennington. She hadn't heard from him in 23 years until he e-mailed her in August 2003 from California where he was living. She agreed to meet him in Chicago in midNovember after e-mailing and talking on the phone. Both were going through divorces. From the moment he stepped off the plane carrying a large box of lavender roses Zain says, she "felt like Cinderella." After retrieving their bags, a white stretch limo took them to the Embassy Suites. When the door to the room opened there was a crystal vase with a dozen red roses and a bottle of wine. The Livonia resident felt like she was dreaming. The magical moments continued as she pulled Red Wings tickets out of a Jersey he'd sent earlier. The next night it was off to the theater in a black Mercedes Benz. All weekend the surprises kept coming and on Feb. 10 Pennington moves back to Livonia to pursue their relationship.

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Contest winner Jeannie Louks wrote the door in a red negligee. It was a about the 1995 Valentine's Day she Magic Moment when he realized it arranged with the help of Jeff's boss. was his wife and he didn't have to The Loukses never had a honeymoon return to work until Monday. To celeafter they were married 15 years ago. brate Valentine's Day, the hotel staff Jeannie stayed home to raise their sent them chocolate roses and a gift three sons while Jeff worked 12-hour certificate for dinner. They days. Jeannie writes "raising three sons ate the chocolate and r is not easy or cheap. I felt we needed a never left the room. Livonia resident mom and dad only time for one night." wrote about a secret admirer Loren Warnemuende's who sent her a beautiful orchid in Magic Moment happened 1946. SPECIAL TIME thousands of miles away One of the entrants didn't want in Kenya. The her identity known either. The anonySo she asked Jeff's boss to send him Canton resident mous writer brought tears to the eyes on a bogus errand to pick up a check at and her with a letter about her late husband a hotel suite on the east side. Jeff tried boyfriend, to get out of it and even asked a coKraig, flew there to leaving roses on the pillow next to her. Although he told her every day, the worker to go with him. But the entire visit his parents who office knew of the plan. Jeannie's surwere missionaries. He proposed at the rose was an extra "I love you." Her husband died a number of years ago. She prise almost turned into a disaster end of a romantic walk down the still misses him very much - and her when Jeff arrived and thought he had beach that ended with a glimmering. morning roses. the wrong room when she answered ' lake where "hippopotami - truly ele-

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Civil War era history comes to life at museum Don't get Dave Tennies started talking about the role the 17th Michigan Volunteer Infantry played in the Civil War unless you have a couple of hours to spare. The Canton resident is especially proud to be one of the civilian re-enactors for the regiment during February when the Plymouth Historical Museum celebrates Black History Month and President Abraham Lincoln's birthday. On Feb. 14-15, Tennies will don his top hat to portray Sen. Jacob M. Howard who drew up the 13th Amendment to the Constitution that ended slavery. "Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation didn't free all of

Network bidding for this new and innovative dose of reality is rumored to be beginning soon. Remember to check your local listings for air times and dates. In the meantime, could you please pass the rolls? Cathy Standish is a Plymouth resident. She can be reached at [email protected].

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gant river horses - spouted fountains as they gamboled in the water. It was . incredible." Miss Michigan Madonna Emond told us about her boyfriend proposing at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, not in English but French. Emond said she'd never heard such romantic words. Once the Livonia resident passes on her title, she will gain a new one - Mrs. J.P. Ladouceur. To her, "there is nothing more romantic than a supportive man." He has been right there for every pageant, cheering her on. Caring actions like those have kept Tom and Helen Oppat together for more than 50 years, 47 of them in Livonia. For them romance can be as simple as hearing their song, I Just Called to Say I Love You, and Tbm reaching across the table to squeeze Helen's hand. "No words were spoken then. No words were needed. It was a magic moment." Several readers wanted to share the extensive lengths they or their significant others went to demonstrate love. Bernice Delewlky wrote about her husband refilling a bottle of perfume that h e first bought when he was stationed in Paris 50 years ago. Emily Sikorski will never forget husband Jason's proposal in an empty theater. She never thought the lack of patrons was unusual considering this was a late weeknight movie. Then the film broke and Jason went to check on the problem. Within minutes slides began appearing on the screen as their favorite song played over the speakers. Jason entered the theater dressed in a tuxedo, carrying a dozen long stemmed red roses and a ring box. The box even had a built-in light to shine on the ring in the darkened theater. One unsolved romantic mystery is still driving Pat Bellingham crazy after more . ^ than 50 years. The

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the slaves. He went to Congress and said we need a law to end slavery," said Tennies. "When I went to research Sen. Howard, I discovered he was a very important man in our history. He served two terms as senator and came up with the words for the 13th Amendment. Sen. Howard was one of the founders of the Republican Party in Jackson, Michigan, in 1854 while he was attorney general for Michigan.

invest. He chose Company E, a unit comprised of university students and nicknamed the Normal Company. It was mustered in at Eastern Michigan University, then known as the Michigan Normal School. The unit won more medals of honor than any other unit from Michigan during the Civil War. When President Lincoln called for volunteers from every state in the Union in 1861, Michigan answered by supplying more than 90,000 men to the war. The 17 th Michigan HOME FRONT Volunteer Infantry Regiment was one of 31 infantry regi"At the museum I'll do some first person to teach about civil- ments mustered in Michigan for service. As living historians, ian life during the war - what were the people at home doing, the 17th's members re-enact Civil War battles and camp life. how did they support the war? They hold general meetings at Instead of re-enactments we the Plymouth Historical like to refer to it as Civil War Museum on the second Sunday living history." of the month when not travelAs a a second lieutenant with ing to locations such as Company E of the 17th Gettysburg. For more informaMichigan Volunteef Infantry, tion, visit the Web site at Westland resident Bill Ziemba www.17thMicoe.org. will talk about life as an officer. An electrical engineer for Ford "Initially, it's expensive," said Motor Co. in Livonia, Ziemba Ziemba. "I'm a lieutenant so I joined the group five years ago. have a sword, pistol and uniHe'd been interested in the form that costs $1,000, but you Civil War ever since reading can survive a weekend on probStephen Crane's Red Badge of ably under $5. You bring hard Courage as a child. His curiosi- tack or biscuit issued as a ty continued to grow after rations and jerky and live out of attending the Muzzle Loaders your haversack, a black oil Festival at Greenfield Village. cloth pouch that carries mess When his daughter went off to utensils. I really enjoy the college, he had extra money to hobby, the people, the living

history. When you're out in early spring and your canteen freezes overnight you get a good idea of what the soldiers went through."

LOTS OF LEARNING The Lincoln Family Weekend on Feb. 14-15 is just one of the happenings at the museum. In celebration of Black History Month, the Underground Railroad Quilt Exhibit tells the story of how quilts and quilt patterns were used as codes to help lead fugitive slaves along their way to freedom. February is an especially good month to visit the Abraham Lincoln Collection at the museum. On Lincoln's birthday Feb. 12, Dr. Martin Herschock from the University of Michigan-Dearborn will speak at 7:30 p.m. about Lincoln and the founding of Members of the 17th Michigan the Republican Party in Volunteer infantry reenacted the Michigan. The Lincoln Family Battle of South Mountain that took Weekend follows Feb. 14-15, place during the 140th anniversary of with the Civil War re-enactors, the Antietam Battle. Pictured are Bill demonstrations of toys and Ziemba (left with the black feather), games from the Civil War, and Jeff Lindsey (carrying regimental colfree admission for children. ors), Mike Steuwey, Ed Vitez, and On Saturday, Feb. 21, a Victorian Tea recognizes our area's contributions to the Underground Railroad movement with a program by Sarah McChristian, a social worker and Salem historian, and Margaret Green, a professor at

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Livonia Symphony presents evening to share Robert Bennett doesn't have any special plans for his wife, Janet, on Valentine's Day - except to share their love of the Livonia Symphony Orchestra at a chamber concert that evening. of 50 years to dinner first but as president of the LSO he's spending a good portion of the afternoon picking up ticket receipts and writing what he's going to say as emcee of the concert. He and Janet will arrive at Churchill High School Auditorium around 6:15 p.m. then go their separate ways, Bennett will be getting the box office ready and making Sure the stage manager has everything under control. Janet will be selling tickets. Their Valentine's Day fun won't begin until after the concert when they're on their way to Florida for a few weeks in the sun. Bennett would like to suggest anyone looking for a special way to celebrate Valentine's Day consider taking their significant other to dinner and then to the LSO's "Heart Strings" concert

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7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at Churchill High School Auditorium, 8900 Newburgh, north of Joy, Livonia. (Feb. 8-Feb. 11) Tickets are $17 for adults, $8 children and students. For more By Dennis Fairchild information, call (734) 425-4855. WMM "It's such affiiii selection of music," said Robert Bennett. "It's a ^ * D I C C (March 2 20) nice mix of some great songs as well as some classics - You Made t i m e has come t o decide which is m o r e i m p o r t a n t t o you: Yojjf l Me Love You. We both just love the Titanic selections." ^ o r your relationships. It's possible t o have, both, byt; these s i d e s " ' Conductor Volodymyr Shesiuk has selected music that tugs at

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REUNIONS As space permits, the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers print, without charge, announcements of class reunions. Send the information t o Reunions, Observer & Eccentric Newspapers, 36251 Schoolcraft, Livonia, Ml 48170. Please include the date of the reunion, one contact person, and a.telephone number.

REUNIONS Brighton High School Class of 1984 The class of 1984 is planning their 20year reunion on Aug. 7,2004. For more information call Sally RectorLangieyat (517) 505-4970. Cabrlni High School Class of 1984 If you're interested in working on the 20-year reunion, please contact Debbie (Scott) Pauius at (734) 737* 9743 or Laurie (Marra) Makavewicz at (734)981-7263. Cody High School Class of 1957 The class of 1957 has invited other interested friends from ail the 1950s classes. Being held at 7 p.m. Oct. 9, 2004, at Fox Hills Golf and Country Club near Plymouth. Cost is $75/per

person-which includes sit dpwn dinner, open bar, music, and many surprises. Call for more info on golf and reservations, at the Hilton Garden Suites. For further info, call Loretta (Muciek) Nedwick at (800) 859-9502. Class of 1963 and 1964 A 40-year reunion will be Saturday, Sept. 25,2004, at Ypsilanti Marriott at Eagle Crest, 1275 S. Huron, Ypsilanti.. (734) 487-2000. Doors open 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m. $60 per person includes: dinner/dancing, memory book, cash bar. Send check or money order to Cody Class Reunion, c/o Phil Varilone, 22911 Sheridan, .Dearborn, Ml 481282801. For more information, e-mail the reunion committee at: [email protected]. Cooley High School Class of 1954 A 50-year reunion is planned for Saturday, July 17,2004, at Livonia Marriott (not Courtyard) located at Six Mile Road and 1-275. A reception will be at 6:30 p.m. with .dinner at 7:30 p.m. An informal gathering will be held on Friday, July 16, in a hospitality * suite at the Marriott. A: bus tour of Cooley High School is also in the planning stages. Call Daneen (Stark) Gallo at (734) 462-2786.

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Dearborn High School Class of 1954 A 50-year reunion is planned for Saturday, Aug. 7,2004. For information, call Helen Kramer Turchan at (313) 565-4816 or Sally Hicks Williams at (734) 464-8263. Dearborn High School Class of 1974 A 30-year reunion is planned for Saturday, Aug. 7,2004, at St. Mary's Cultural Center, 18100 Merriman, Livonia. Looking for classmates. Please pass the word. Contact Ann Kennedy Hutchins at (734) 591-6866. Dearborn Lowrey Class of 1954 Now organizing. Call Fay (Bolton) Reeves at (248) 349-2094. Detroit Henry Ford High School Class of 1964, Jan., June & Aug. A 40-year reunion is planned for July 17,2004, at Ypsilanti Marriott Eagle Crest. For more information call C. Christo (313) 255-9764 or [email protected]. Ferndale High School Class of 1979 A 25-year reunion being held on Aug, 7,2004, at St. John's Armenian Banquet Center in Southfield. Contact Ferndale 1979 Reunion, c/o Richard Broder, 31700 Middlebelt, Suite 165, Farmington Hills, Ml 48334. Fordson High School Class of 1988 A 15-year reunion is being planned. Classmates are being sought. Respond to either www.classmates.com, classreunion1988dyahoo.com, or mail your name, address and telephone number to: Class of 1988 Reunion,'11349 Fenton, Redford, Ml 48239. Garden City High School Class of 1984 A 20-ye3r reunion is tentatively scheduled for June 2004 at the Livonia Holiday Inn-West. More information on classmates.com or e-mail Michelle (Pietryka) Taylor at [email protected]. Grosse Pointe North Class of 1991 Call (800) 677-7800, visit www.taylorreunions.com or e-mail: infodtaylorreunions.com. Lincoln Park High School

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Class of 1974 A SO'year class reunion is being held with a five-night Western Caribbean cruise from Feb. 21-26,2004. For more information, call Cindy (Conaway) Shaffer at Scottie Travel, <313) 2773800, or [email protected]. Livonia Bentley Class of 1984 A 20-year class reunion is being held Sunday, Sept. 5,2004, at the Italian American Banquet S Conference Center, 39200 Five Mile Road, Livonia. For more information contact April (Greig) Santo'ri E-mail: apri! [email protected] Mumford High School Class of 1964 & 1965 A joint 40-year reunion is being held Aug. 4,2004. Contact Andrea Hoberman Lewiston at (248) 738-3699 for further details. Plymouth Canton/Salem Class of 1984 A 20-year "reunion is planned for Saturday, Aug. 14,2004, at the Laurel Manor in Livonia. For more information www.plymouth-canton-saiem1984.org. or call (313) 533-2599. Redford Thurston High School Class of 1964 A 40-year reunion is planned for Oct. 2,2004, at Laurel Manor in Livonia. For more information, call Barb Smith (734)427-1123. Class of 1993 Looking for classmates t o assist in planning reunion. Contact Daune Koester at either (517) 432-3949 or email [email protected]. St. Cecilia Class of 1964 A 40-year reunion is planned for May 1,2004 at Rocky's of Northville. For reservation/information call Anne Marie Dailey (0'Leary) at (248) 6988553 or e-maii [email protected]. Western High School Class of 1993 A 20-year reunion is being planned and organizers need help in finding classmates. Please pass the word on to everyone you keep in contact with from the class. Please e-mail the information t o [email protected].

CANCER (June 22-JuIy 23) lis is one of the most difficult t i m e s of t h e year f o r you because your are low and you're inclined t o latch onto anything t h a t makes . i feel better about yourself. What y o u need is a fresh way of looking " | t life. Start searching t o d a y - you'll f i n d it soon, MoonChild!

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LIBRA (Sept 24-0ct 23) T h e r e is only one thing worse than deception, and t h a t is seif^decep/ { ? T ^ \ t i o n . There's a real danger now t h a t you'll see t h i n g s the way y o u want see them rather t h a n t h e way t h e y are. Listen t o what your . .J k friends/family tell you: They're seeing m o r e clearly than you now..

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) / s g f S h h h h ! Uh-huh, someone may have it in f o r you. Yes, it's a gpod tyea t o your guard. But you don't have t o c u r l up i n t o a ball and hide .; slf away f r o m the world! Carry on as usual: J u s t be aware o f . . what's going on around y o u now. Do " f u n " not "fear." ...

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Somewhere along the line you appear t o have miscalculated or been . ; over-optimistic about a financial o r business arrangement. . sfore, your main aim m u s t be t o cut loose a n d salvage w h a t you can. One particular association is m o r e t r o u b l e t h a n it is w o r t h .

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 21) You have nothing t o prove, either t o yourself or t o the world at large, so don't be tempted t o take silly risks simply t o show what a big bad l a p r i c o m you are. Others will be m o r e likely t o be impressed if y o u how t h e caring, sharing side of your astrological nature now.

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Dennis Fairchild is the Birmingham astrologer-author of several books on divination. For personal astrological-intuitive consult info, call (248) 646-3555 [email protected].

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Symphony to perform The Redford Civic Symphony presents a Family Concert 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, at Thurston High School on the I96 service drive between Beech Daly and Inkster roads. Priscilla Marino will perform the first movement of the Haydn Violin Concerto No. 2 in G. After admission, Ralph Stillwell narrates and conducts a section on musical curiosities. He will discuss some of the zany compositions such as Furniture Music and The Joke, Quartet that that have made their way into the repertory. The program includes such selections as The Star Spangled Banner, God Bless Ajmerica, Straussiana Waltzes, No, No Nanette, El Capitan March by Sousa, Barnum & Bailey's favorite march, Symphony No. 3 in D by Schubert, the Toy Symphony by Mozart, 1812 Overture Finale by Tchaikovsky, and Over There, the World War Medley. Marino, along with being a member of the Redford Civic Symphony Orchestra, is a member of the BirminghamBloomfield Symphony Orchestra, the Birmingham Musicale String Ensemble, and co-founder of the Varino String Quartet. The symphony's next concert, a Cabaret, takes place 3 p.m. Sunday, March 14, at Hilbert Junior High School in Redford. All concerts are presented free.. However, it costs approximately $1,000 per performance to cover expenses. Music trust funds, which helped to defray some of this cost in the past, no longer have monies available for use. The Redford Civic Symphony relies strictly on donations from members of the community and industry to sustain the orchestra. Lately, contributions have diminished substantially putting the concert season of four performances in jeopardy. Checks can be sent to Treasurer, Dr. Eileen Pydyn, 7934 Lawrence St., W. Bloomfield, MI 48322-2634. These donations are taxdeductible.

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Railroading theme sets parties in locomotion BY HUGH GALLAGHER STAFF WRITER

All aboard! Gary Rollins greets visitors to his Have Trains, Will Travel Entertainment Center in the long .black coat and stiff round hat of a train conductor. Inside the small store at Five Mile and Merriman in Livonia is a railroad fantasy for all ages created by Rollins and his wife, Laurie. Eighteen large LGB model trains wind their way through two layouts, featuring factory buildings, bridges and overpasses, cable cars and towns. Have Trains, Will Travel, which has been at its current site for 2^ years,.offers children and adults the opportunity to play with trains and have railroading parties. "We originally got started doing large commercial displays for Greenfield Village, the Festival of Trees, Frankenmuth," Rollins said. "My wife and I discovered we had a knack for doing these large layouts in a matter of hours. We turned that into a side business." The Rollinses started by taking the train party on the road to birthday parties. Instead of a magic act or clowning, they brought a model train setup complete with building models, landscapes and several trains for children to operate. They still have a truck to take the show on the road, but they found that during the winter most people didn't have enough room inside to set u p the layouts. Now the parties come to them. Rollins said that when he was a kid the hot toy was slot cars not model trains. But trains have a special meaning. "I got interested in trains because of my brother," he said. "My brother was born with leukemia and he was pretty much bedridden all his life. The only thing he could play with was what he could fit on a hospital tray. So I made him a little train set he could easily take off and put back on." Rollins renewed his association with trains in 1984 when h e did a display window for another business he had. "This is not a business," he said. "We're financially secure, but it's a passion I love. I love kids, so does the wife. I'm trying to introduce the kids into the hobby. You go to a train show and'you can't touch, can't do anything. Here it's hands on." The business is a family affair. In addition to Gary and Laurie, their children, Chelsea, 22, Robert, 14 and Mason, 3, help out. The former Livonia residents now live in Grosse Pointe. Rollins the conductor greets visitors to the store and gives them a rundown on the rules before let-

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ting them lose to operate the controls, handle the cars and play train-related games. There's a TV train with a camera in-the engine and a bubble car. The room is also decorated with Rollins' collection of model cars. On the road, Rollins brings two tracks about 20 feet long by 8 feet wide. He said they have a number of train games they play b u t the favorite is always "crash the trains." The store also does adult parties, using the open train cars as holders for traveling veggies, chicken wings and dip. The store is open for individuals 2-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and 2-6 p.m. Sundays. It's $8 an hour for a child, $5 for an accompanying adult. But the primary business is parties. The base one-hour party is $13.95 a person and includes paper products (cups, plates, napkins, silverware), two liters of pop, an engineer's hat for the birthday child and four free adult admissions. Food is available for an extra $3 per person and additional time can be purchased. Rollins said he has bookings three months in advance. The business has been so successful he'd like to expand. "We're about ready for a bigger store. We've out-

grown this one," he said. "We'd like to put in five layouts. We can accommodate only about 30-35 here and want a place for 100 people. I would also like a ride-on train and more train stuff." For more information, call (734) 421-7255.

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CONGRATULATIONS! to all the teachers who were nominated in our FEATURE TEACHER PROMOTION Diane Gailey

Taylor Elementary

...Ms. Lori Charochak

Plymouth Saiem High

Mrs. Cynthia Burnstein

Grant Elementary

Sandra Baer

Canton High School....

Mr. Allie Suffety

Salem High School..

Tonda Elementary School..

Kate Hondorp

Canton High School

Ron Carlson

Plymouth High

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Plymouth High

Andy Lennington .Mrs. Schlosser

Plymouth High..

.....Mr. Robert deBear

Canton High School..

Mr. Wiiliam Omiatek

Salem High School

Mr. Guinta

Plymouth Canton High....

....Liz VanWestenberg

Saiem High School..........

Mr. Boyd

Saiem High School

...Mr. Silvester

Eriksson Elementary

....Mrs. Connie Jacobs

Grant Elementary.....

Douglas Risko

Tyler Elementary........

Kimberly Colaizzi

St. Edith School....

Academy of the Sacred Heart

.Cheryl Choinski

Way Elementary

Rusty Peircey

Academy of the Sacred Heart

Catherine Parks

Pine Lake Elementary.:

Mr. Bob Schrupp

Mrs. Malek

Springfield Plains

Livonia Career Tech Center

Joseph Costa

Springfield Plains

St. Edith School

..Mrs Korzym

Clarkston High

.....Chad Looper

Gill Elementary....

Maria Blanco

Clarkston High

Kim Fletcher

Jefferson Elementary

Mrs Paulisin

Clarkston High.

Mrs. Nancy Mahoney

Redford Union High

Mrs. Jo Anne Hutton

Miss Schoeneweg ;

Pine Knob Elementary

Vandenberg Elementary............

.Allison Moir

Everest Academy

Vandenberg Elementary

.Rachel Goff

Independence Elementary

Bishop Borgess High

Ronald Ferenczi

Vandenberg Elementary

Mr. Stewart

.......Lars Covintree Malinda Smith .....Mrs Zittel

Everest Academy

Donna Mikulek

Independence Elementary..........

..Dennis Klenow

Miller Elementary

Mrs. Kurnick

Fisher Elementary

Miller Elementary......

..Mrs. Boisier

Redford Union High

Miller Elementary

...Kristine Oke

Jefferson Elementary

Cathy Paulisin

Independence Elementary

Laurie Stevenson

George H. Fisher Elementary.....

..Susan Steele

Carpenter Elementary.....

Ms Becky Gretel

Canton High School

Mrs. Jane Throneberry

Tonda Elementary School

Val Mestrovich

...Elise Lubaway

..Mrs Janet Finney

....Mr. Evans

Fisher Elementary

....Mrs Richie

Adams Middle School

.....Susanna Smelcer

Miller Elementary

Kim Martin

Bird Elementary...

Mrs. Julie Jones

Elliott Elementary

Mrs. Mary Daly

West Middle School....

Ms. Griffard

Elliott Elementary

Mrs. Susan England

Isbister Elementary

Aileen Wise

Elliott Elementary

..Ms. Linda Cox

Isbister Elementary.......

....................Brent Archer

John Glenn High

Mrs Gatherine German

Ms. Tina Jones

John Glenn High

Ms. Irene Fritz

Farrand Elementary. Pioneer Middle School

Mr. Galante

East Middle School..

..Mrs. Dohadwala

Bird Elementary

Kathy Dascenzo

Dorothy Engelman

Adlai Stevenson Middle

Ms. Young

Hart Middle School..

.Vikki Derrigan

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Tracey Bunde Mrs. Karen Dodds

St. John's Lutheran.........

Patchin Elementary

....Ms. Bartholomew

Joan Cady Mrs. Rosalie Riemersma

Hamilton Elementary

......Diane Moore

Power Middle School

Mr. Seavitt

William D Ford Career Tech Center

Beechview Elementary

Mrs. Biazo

Lincoln Elementary

.Ruth Whiteman

Wood Creek Elementary.....

Michael Kanter

Highmeadow Common......

Karen Farber

Fairview Early Childhood Center

Jenny Doherty

Leon Hanson

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Laura Gutt

Wayne Memorial High....

Laura Oliver

Adams Middle School Stevenson Middle School..

Rich, Alder ...Celine McQuinn

Lincoln Elementary

Derby Middle School

..Allie Gasiorowski

Pierce Elementary........

Quarton Elementary.....

Mr. Cohen Mary Stefano Eileen McKinney

Emerson Middle School

........Kimber Ghareeb

Schoolcraft Elementary

Suzanne Stire

Quarton Elementary

..Melissa Couterier ...Mr. Barry Imsande

Pierce Elementary.........

Carol Cote

Kathy Sharpe

Derby Middle School

Mr Ken Wilson

....Sue Fraelich

Derby Middle School

Mrs Ann Cole

....Gayle C m

Orchard Lake Middle

Mrs. Donna French

Scotch School....

Lauren Piontkowski

Scotch School

...Mrs. Penny Manzo

Abbott Middle School

Mrs. Jennifer Thrift

Ealy Elementary....

.Catherine McCotter

Abbott Middle School

....Mr. Chris Finneran

Mary Windram

West Bloomfield High

Kay Carpenter

...Christine Stecker

Orchard Lake Middle

Jackie Klugman

Terri Cafcalas

Eagle Elementary.....

Lynn Zurawski

International Academy.........

...Kimber Ghareeb

Please accept our sincere apoligies if you were a nominee and your name is not here. OE08186216.EPS

Ealy Elementary

............Patricia Clees

The Roeper School

Harlan Elementary

Doug Qganowski ..........Ms. Karla Heinert

Mrs. Foley

Mr. Jonathan Holtfreter

Walled Lk. Con. Schools St. Stephen Lutheran...

Ms. Wyatt

West Maple Elementary

Angela Gadlage

Renee Flennoy

Quarton Elementary

Andover High School..

Leonard Elementary..

.....Jamie Hagerty

Mrs Laura Chamberlaip

..Mrs. Mellos

Derby Middle School

Schroeder Elementary

Mrs. Faith Clay

Wattles Elementary

Derby Middle School Harlan Elementary

Bemis Elementary School...

Michelle Marcus

Ms. Womack

Jan Yanneiio

Mrs. Kozan

.Hertha Woodruff

Wattles Elementary

Quarton Elementary

Adams Elementary..

Davena Jackson

Mrs. Kate Alexander

Mrs Bartkoviak

Kathy Damanskas

...Mrs. Deborah Hill

....Ms Barrett

..Mrs Poiumbit

Grandview Elementary

John F. Kennedy Elementary

Troy High..

Quarton Elementary

Mrs. Trantham

Southfield Lathrup Senior High. .Carolina Freshtman

Mrs. Francis

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Buchanan Elementary

Mr. Clirnte

Schroeder Elementary.....

.....Mr. Lenders

Christine Fankell

Southfield Public Schools....

Mrs. Mourie

Radcliff Junior High

Webster Elementary.....

Randy Scott

Schroeder Elementary...,

Quarton Elementary

Webster Elementary

Birney Middle School

Pembroke Elementary

...Tim Spriggs

Farmington Elementary

Kathy Adams

Cheryl Fenton

St. Fabian School......

Pam Figueiredo

Brewster Elementary.....

Marshall Middle School...

Birmingham High

United Christian ...;

Shelly Welch

Thompson Middle School....

Laura Moyers

Miss Gwen McQueen

Delta Kelly Elementary

Karen Pence

Wood Creek Elementary....

United Christian

Michele Brown

Perrinville

Lisa Potter

Garden City Junior High

Brewster Elementary

Southfield-Lathrup Senior High

Dunckel Middle School

Farmington Elementary......

Gail Davidson

Mrs. Novack

Ms Lybeck

Bill Abbott

Hugger Elementary.

Edison Elementary

Greenfield Elementary....

Garden City High.

Mark Lane

Joanne Bokas

Kimberly Davis

Ann Tobias

Reuther Middle School

Birney Middle School

Highmeadow Common.

Farmington Elementary

Teresa Roose

Roosevelt McGrath Elementary......Donna Colaianne

...Ms. Laymac

St Raphael School

Deerfield Elementary

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Avondale High School...

United Christian

M r Kupp

Birney Middle School

Benita Hong

Wendy Warren

McGregor Elementary

Alison Remer

Dunckel Middle School

0,Connell School

Jennifer Morris

Stoney Creek High..

.Mark Azeez

Cloverdale Developmental

Meadowbrook Elementary

Starr Lang

Farmington High

........Kathryn Chrzanowski

Mrs Michaelson.

Lincoln Elementary

Adams Middle School....

Harrison High

Lone Pine Elementary

Mrs. Jean Dertouzos

Jan Brachel

Mrs. Brueck

Shanie Williams

Musson Elementary

N. Farmington High

Longacre School

Daniel Axford Elementary

.........Jennifer Medvecky

Lincoln Elementary......

Elliott Elementary..

Vicki Shaw

Mrs Storts

Lori McKinney

Ms Holman

Gill Elementary

Paint Creek Elementary

Hugger Elementary

Harrison High

Mr. Boda

Mr. Dave Mick

..Linda Lindbergh

Adams Middle School

St. John's Lutheran

Dunckel Middle School..

Webber Elementary

Jan Brauthi|$t

Mrs Neville

Mrs. Jan Griebei

Kathy Noble

St John Lutheran

Our Lady of Sorrows

Power Middle School......

Bailey Lake Elementary

Dara McLean

...Lynette Gordon

Mrs. Dawn Rahn

Noah Sharr6j&

Rochester Adams High

West Middle School.

Our Lady of Sorrows

Clarkston High

Eagle Elementary

Shannon Daniel

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AROUND TOWN Biood drive St. John's Episcopal Church hosts a blood drive from 2-8 p.m. Monday, . Feb. 23. Call Carolyn Liebau, (734) 4555395 to make an appointment; dropins are also welcome. The church is located at 574 S. Sheldon in Plymouth. Fibromyalgia workshops • A complimentary lecture on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome will be held from 7:15-8:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Plymouth District Library. Guest speaker will be Dr. Barry Hobbs, specific chiropractor. New research on the cause and relief of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia will be discussed. For reservations or more information, call {734)416-2411. • A workshop has been scheduled at the Livonia Civic Library for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. ,19, at which what might be causing Fibromyalgia, which doctors say is often misdiagnosed and misunderstood. The workshop is sponsored by the National Wellness Foundation. To register for the free workshop, call (248) 426-0201. Business seminar The Northville Chamber of Commerce is Inviting area business to take part in a free seminar on The Taste of Northville Business Showcase from 810 a.m. Feb. 11 at Northville City Hall. Reservations are required; call (248) 349-7640. Open House The Oakwood Physical Therapy and Fitness Training Center hosts an open house at its new facility at 6487 Canton Center Road from 11 a.m-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21. Complimentary refreshments, giveaways, door prizes and a raffle for a free fitness training assessment are offered. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (734) 454-8144. Doff Fashion Show The "We Love Barbie" Barbie & Friends Fashion Doll Show takes place f r o m 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at the Wayne Tree Manor located at 35100 Van Born in Wayne. Admission is $5; children under 10 are admitted free. For information, call (734) 455-2110. House Tour The second annual "Heart of the Home" house tour, sponsored by the Groves High School Seniors' Parents Committee of Beverly Hills, takes place from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8. The tour will showcase six . homes ranging in style from historic

t o ultra-contemporary. Tickets are $20. F o r m o r e information, call (248) 626-5158 o r (248) 626-2231. Health Fair St. Mary Mercy Hospital hosts a Prostate Screening and Men's Health Day f r o m 8 a.m. t o 4 p.m. Sunday, March 6. Prostate screening consists of a blood test, a prostate exam and a b l o o d pressure check. A $10 donation t o t h e new St. Mary Mercy Cancer Center is optional. To register, call (734) 655-8963.

Madonna auction M a d o n n a University's "Down Under" Scholarship Dinner and Wine Tasting A u c t i o n Gala, featuring the finest of Australian wines, fabulous jewelry, crystal, cigars, and collectibles, takes place at 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 23, at Laurel Manor Special Events Center in Livonia. One lucky winner will have t h e i r choice of either a fully-equipped 2 0 0 4 Chevrolet Corvette two-door coupe, courtesy of Madonna University a n d Tennyson Chevrolet in Livonia, or $25,000 cash. Only 650 tickets will be s o l d at $200 each. Reserved seating is $150. Open s e a t i n g tickets are $125 before April 9; a f t e r April 9, tickets are $150. For more i n f o r m a t i o n , contact Rose Kachnowski, University Advancement, at (734) 4325421.

Diabetes support The Diabetes Support Group at St. M a r y Mercy Hospital in Livonia hosts a discussion on "Why It's So Hard and What You Can Do" from 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the hospital's a u d i t o r i u m . The speaker is Dan Diepenhorst of the Michigan D e p a r t m e n t of Community Health. For i n f o r m a t i o n or directions, call (734) 655-8961.

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Running symposium St. Mary Mercy Hospital sponsors a Running Symposium from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Livonia C o m m u n i t y Recreation Center. S t u d e n t s will learn about conditions associated with running, how to rehab i l i t a t e common injuries and how to choose the right running shoes. Prer e g i s t r a t i o n required. To register or f o r m o r e Information, call Kevin Moore, St. Mary Mercy Hospital Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department, (734) 655-2419. The Livonia Recreation Center is located at 15100 Hubbard, at Five Mile.

Fish Fry The Plymouth VFW is again featuring Friday Night Fish Fry for only $7 from 5-7:30 p.m. Also, Sunday brunch is available f r o m 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. the

third Sunday of the month. The post is. at 1426 S. Mill St. Teens Using Drugs A free, two-night series on identifying and helping teens harmfully involved with alcohol and other drugs. Part 1 "What t o Know" is presented 7:30-9 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month from October through June at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center. Part 2 "What To Do" is presented the second Tuesday of each month October through June at same time and place. Call (734) 973-7892 for Information. Foster Care Lutheran Social Services of Michigan is a foster care agency in the community that places children in loving foster homes. The agency is in need of loving and stable homes committed to parenting children ages 10 to 17 years old. Call (734) 971-5776 t o find out how you can help. Entertainment books Plymouth Community Chorus is selling the 2004 Entertainment Books to help fund their musical scholarships and charitable activities. They can be ordered by calling (734) 459-6829. Plymouth Symphony Plymouth Symphony League is launching the 2004 Greater Detroit Area Entertainment Book Sale. The cost is $30. Place your order at the Plymouth Symphony Office or. call Mary Thomas at (734) 453-3016. Recreation Registration The City of Plymouth is now taking registration for its classes for all ages. Classes include gymnastics, dance, core body exercise, tots jump-a-rama, tae kwon do, personal development, aerobics, clogging, senior trips and programs and much more. Call (734) 455-6620 for more information. Intro to Yoga Mia Mahalo sponsors "Introduction to Partner Yoga" from 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12. Lucile Palancher and Anton Simper of Full Spectrum Training and Spectrum Yoga lead the class. Admission is free. Mia Mahalo is located at 407 S. Washington in Royal Oak.Cali (248) 546-1900 for details.

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Woman's Farm and Garden ClubPlymouth , Meets every second Monday of each month from September to June, excluding January. Persons interested in joining, contact club president, Judy Krieman at (734) 459-1027. Plymouth-Canton Civitan Club Looking for energetic new members to participate in community service projects. This, club meets the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Plymouth Salvation Army Building on Main Street. The third Thursday is a dinner meeting with a speaker. Call (734) 981-7259 for further info. LBN Local Business Network is a business networking organization dedicated to helping you grow your business. The Plymouth chapter meets on the first and third Friday of each month from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at Old Village Lew located at 771N. Mill in Plymouth. Please call Eric Morris at (313) 278-5070 or Scott Montgomery at (734) 462-2277 for further information, Kiwanis Evening Club Meetings are held at Atlantis Restaurant 39500 E. Ann Arbor Road in Plymouth, at 6:30 p.m. each Tuesday. Visitors are always welcome. For more information, contact Charline Miiier at (734)455-4782. Mothers & More The Wayne County chapter of Mothers & More meets twice a month in Plymouth. Call (866)841-9140, Ext, 4329, or visit Web site [email protected]. Exchange Club of Canton Meetings are the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at the Roman Forum, 41601 Ford Road in Canton at 6 p.m. Areas of activity are Americanism, Community Service, Youth Activities and the Prevention of Child Abuse.' P/C Vietnam Vets of America Chapter No. 528 meets every second Monday of the month at the Plymouth

VFW Post No. 6695 on Mill Street, just north of Ann Arbor Road at 7:30 p.m.. If you were a U.S. serviceman or woman and served between 1964 and 1975, you can join the Vietnam Vets. Visit Web site www.geocities.com/tedenright/Plymou thCantonVVA528.html. BNI Plymouth II The Plymouth Chapter Ii BNI Group meets Wednesdays at 7 a.m. at Denny's Restaurant located at I-275 and Ann Arbor Road. The group is looking for new members. Call (734) 459-5696 for further information. • West Suburban Stamp Club Meetings are 8 p.m. the first and third Fridays at the Plymouth Historical Museum, 155 S. Main in Plymouth. BPW The Plymouth Business and Professional Women's Club meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Atlantis Restaurant on Ann Arbor Road. Guests are welcome. For more information and dinner reservations, contact Mary Brooks at (734) 420-0320. SEPAC Open to all residents of the Plymouth Canton community as well as school staff and administrators, SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Committee) meets 7-9 p.m. every second Monday of the month at Discovery Middle School in Canton. For additional information, contact Rich HamKucharski, (734) 844-1714. MOPS-Plymouth The MOPS group is now enrolling for fall. Relaxing fun time for moms while the kids ages 0-5 enjoy program of games, stories, singing and play. Meets first and third Fridays of the month from 9-11 a.m. at Lake Pointe Bible Chapel, 42150 Schoolcraft, Plymouth, Call (734) 420-0515. Colonial Kiwanis of Plymouth The Kiwanis Club of Colonial Plymouth meets at noon T h u r s d a y s ^ Ernesto's, 41661 Plymouth Road, Plymouth. Guests

are welcome. For information call Ernie Hughes, membership chairman, (734) 414-0400. MOPS-Westland The group is looking for moms who are interested in meeting with other mothers for encouragement, teaching, support and friendship. Meetings are the first and third Fridays of each month from September through May. Child care provided for ages birth to 5 years. Call (734) 728-2600 for more information. La Leche League Breastfeeding information and support group meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. For more information and meeting locations, contact Michelle at (734) 397-0197. Canton Rotary Club The Rotary meets at noon on Mondays at the Roman Forum in Canton on Ford Road. All guests are invited to join in for lunch for more information on the community and international service projects. For more information, e-mail Mary Beardsley at [email protected], Astronomy Discussion Plymouth Library offers a free monthly . Family Astronomy Discussion Group from 7-8 p.m. for both individuals and families with children 6 years and older. Door prizes, slides, video and handouts. Call Mike Best at (734) 4592378. MOMS Club A local chapter of the MOMS Club welcomes interested at-home mothers in the Canton/Westland area to meet the third Tuesday of each month. MOMS Club offers weekly activities, playgroups, community service opportunities and more. Fore more information, contact Wendi at (734) 394-2542. Plymouth Canton Jaycees The Jaycees meet at 7:30 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month at the Plymouth Township Clerk's office. Call (734) 453-8407 or show up at the . group's monthly meeting.

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STONE EDWARD MARTIN 79 of Lake Worth Florida, f o r m e r l y of West Bloomfield, MI. Died January 24, 2004. He was a Tire Executive and owned Birmingham Tire Company for over 20 years, retiring 17 years ago. A Navy Veteran, Mr. Stone served on a Destroyer Bscort in the NorthernPacific. He was a 32nd Degree Mason at Perfection-Mosaic Lodge. Mr. Stone was also a Shriner and a member of Temple Beth El from the age of 18. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Renee Salon Stone; daughters and sons-in-law, Leanne and Dr. Jon Paul Camiicliaei of Golden Colorado, Lori and Mark. Cohn of Bloomfield Hills; and son and daughter-in-law. Dr. Thomas and Marni Stone of Farmington Hills; Grandchildren, Morgan Carmichael, Alex and Scott Stone, Ryan and Taylor Cohn; Brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Barbara Stone of Franklin. He was the beloved brother ef the late Hermine Cotton and the late Joshua "Jim" Stone, interment was at Beth g£i M e m o r i a l Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to The Fountain Chapter of Womens American Ort. c/o Jackie Winters, 4801 Eserda Ct. #208, Lake Worth, FL 33467. A r r a n g e m e n t s by The Ira Kaufman Chapel (248) 569-0020 Or visit us at: www.irakauftnan.com

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IIKAR Bertha Age 90. February 3, 2004. Beloved wife of the late L o u i s . Loving mother of Barbara Hanshaw. Dear grandmother of Sandra L. Boals and James C. Hanshaw. Great grandmother of Logan, Lindsay and Nicole. A funeral service was held Friday, Fcbruar?' 6, 2004 at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home in Livonia.

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Surgical robotics State-of-the-art in prostate cancer treatment Hie robotic arms slowly begin to move as Dr. James Relle places his hands on the control of the computer console. The eerie sight is like out of a sci-fi movie. In just a few minutes a cancer patient will be wheeled into the Beaumont Hospital OR for surgery to remove his prostate. Robotic prostatectomy is the way of the future, according to Relle. Two years ago, prostate cancer patients took about four-six weeks to recover from traditional open surgery. Relle expects today's patient to return to his normal routine in half of the time. In January of2003, John Morad went back to work as an attorney a little more than a week after surgery using the latest in robotic technology at Henry Ford Hospital.

'Heartburn free' Anyone who has experienced heartburn knows it has the potential t o ruin a romantic evening. The chest pain and burning throat t h a t come along with acid reflux will leave you reaching for antacids instead of that special someone. With Valentine's Day approaching, Paulo Pacheco, M.D., author of Living with Chronic Heartburn (Healthy Living Books, $15.95), offers tips for avoiding heartburn: Be creative with gifts. Chocolate can t r i g g e r heartburn symptoms. Eating spicy foods can aggravate heartburn by i r r i t a t i n g the tissue in your esophagus that has been worn away by past acid reflux.

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his prostate cancer patients are recovering urinary and sexual functions more rapidly than with conventional surgery. Henry Ford Hospital leased their first robot in November 2000 then bought one the following March. "We wanted to find a better way to do prostate cancer surgery," said Peabody, who works as a team with. Dr. Hani Menon, director of the Vattikuti Urology Institute at Henry Ford Hospital. "It's a step over the laparoscopic program. The robot was a boost because of better visualization with a 3-D image so it's lifelike, better magnification. Instrumentation are wristed so can do more precise movements. The miniaturized instruments are passed through narrow tubes. We can go in and rotate them with two joy sticks. As you open the thumb and forefinger the instruments do the same thing like little hands. It's much more precise than laparoscopy."

BENEFITS TO PATIENT Relle's patients are enjoying the shorter recovery time as well since Beaumont Hospital invested $1 million dollars in the surgical robot and trained a team of seven surgeons to use it 18 months ago. Beaumont, Henry Ford and the University of Michigan are the only hospitals in the area equipped with surgical robotics. On this day, Relle and Dr. Brian Seifman, his partner in the Southfield-based practice Preferred Urology Consultants, removed prostates from two cancer patients with the assistance of the robot. Removal of the prostate and surrounding tissue is one of the most effective therapies for the cancer. The robotic laparoscopic procedure requires a team of two surgeons and typically lasts about two hours. Instead of an open incision across the abdomen, a surgeon makes several smaller ones to insert a laparoscope or lighted telescope, and instruments. Smaller incisions mean a shorter recovery time. Both Relle and Seifman were fellowship trained in laparoscopy after their residency. About six months ago, the company which makes the da Vinci surgical robotic system approached them to instruct urologists around the country in the technology. "Beaumont realized this would be cutting edge," said., Relle, a 42-year old Bloomfield Township resident. "Open surgery, popular for 20 years, is now being replaced by telescopic under minimally invasive conditions. We can see incredibly well with the 3-dimensional technology. Patients leave the hospital sooner, require less narcotic because of reduced pain, less time with catheter, have less blood loss. "I see the patient satisfaction in my office. There's less fear of surgery. I see it being increasingly demanded by patients. Infive,years, it will be commonplace." At Henry Ford Hospital, Dr. James O. Peabody says

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John Morad stayed in the hospital less than 24 hours and within four days was working at home. More importantly, because the prostate cancer was discovered early, his prognosis is good. Morad had no symptoms but he did have a PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood test annually with his physical exam. When the numbers steadily increased, he had it checked every six months. When it reached a level of 5.6, his doctor did a biopsy. The results came back positive. Today, the 65-year old Bloomfield Township resident is back in his office, and doing commercials for Henry Ford Hospital. 'A good friend of mine had the traditional surgery and didn't feel good for six months," said Morad. "The side effects were nothing, a little continence problem that cleared up three months later. "They said they got it all. Now I just want to help other men any way I can. I tell them try to get it detected early. There's much less chance the cancer has spread. Make sure you get the PSA as early and often as you can, at least once a year. Inquire about it, this is a disease men are so susceptible. If you do get cancer, you can beat it. I've had two friends with prostate cancer, the one who discovered late has died"

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Dr. James Relle says the good "There are two things men can news about prostate cancer is do - go for an annual physical "increased awareness is leading exam then, starting at age 40, a to early treatment and the hope digital rectal exam yearly thereit can be cured." after, and an annual (PSA) The Beaumont Hospital urolo- Prostate Specific Antigen blood "test gist typically treats men ages 50 to 70 who are relatively healthy "Take dietary and health measwithout major illnesses - and ures to optimize overall health whose prostate cancer was disand prostate health." covered because they were going Relle is part of an ongoing regularly for checkups. study SELECT (Selenium and Vitamin E Chemoprevention According to the American Trial) at Beaumont. Funded by Cancer Society, there were the National Cancer Institute, 220,900 men diagnosed with prostate cancer last year. There is SELECT involves 14 Michigan hospitals in addition to more a 97 percent survival rate if than 400 other study sites in the detected and treated early.

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MEDICAL DATEBOOK FEBRUARY Michigan Thyroid Support Group M e e t s i : 3 0 p.m. Monday, Feb, 9, with speaker Dr. Pamela Smith starting a t . 7:00. Dr. Smith is the author, o f "HRT: The Answers." She will be speaking on how she treats thyroid disease along with how she treats it with hormone replacement. The meeting is held at the Plymouth Library 223 S. Main St. For more information, call Tracy Green at (734) 453-7945 or send e-mail to [email protected], Help, I'm Burning Out Are you elated on Fridays and . depressed on Mondays? The reason may be burnout. Learn from a biochemist how certain minerals, protein, reduced caffeine, increased water intake, and more sleep can reduce burnout during classes 6:30-8:40 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 and 16, at Henry Ford Community College, 2258,6 Ann Arbor Trail at Warren, Dearborn Heights. Cost is $43: nursing contact hours are available for extra fee. To register, call (313) 317-1500 or visit the Web site at www.hfcc.edu/CL2. Grief workshop Ward Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a free eight week grief workshop, From Grief to New Hope beginning 78:45 p.m. Monday Feb, 9, for eight consecutive weeks. The workshop is presented by Cathy Clough, Director of New Hope Center for Grief Support. Each session will begin with a presentation about one aspect of grief followed 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 Six Mile & Haggerty Roads in Northville, For registration 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. Stop the Worry Cycle Learn techniques to help defuse your worries and handle life's tough times 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, at Botsford Center for Health improvement, 39750 Grand River, between Haggerty and Meadowbrook roads, Novi. Instructor is registered nurse Caroline H. Smith, a certified medical hypnotherapist. After earning a master's degree focused on psychology and anthropology, Smith continued her professional training at Harvard Medical School Mind/Body Institute, the National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine and the Academy for Guided Imagery. The fee is $45. To register, call (248) 477-6100. Divorce s u p p o r t The Women's Resource Center at Schoolcraft College offers a free "Divorce Support Group" 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, the workshop takes place the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, at 18600 Haggerty, between Six and Seven Mile, Livonia. For more information, call the WRC at (734)462-4443. ALS of Michigan Workshop The free workshop for patients and their runs 6:30-8 p.m, Wednesday, Feb, 11, at the ALS of Michigan offices at 21311 Civic Center Drive, between Lahser and Northwestern service drive, Southfield. The yearly workshop provides information for people dealing with various phases of ALS. On Feb. 11, Patti Seventko, OTR, and Pat May, RD, of Harry J. Hoenselaar Clinic, Henry Ford Health System will answer questions about activities of daily living, self-care, home adaptations and nutritional needs for ALS patients. For more information or to register for the workshop, contact ALS of Michigan at (800) 882-5764. For more information, visit the Web site at www.aisofmi,org ; Diabetes Support Group The Diabetes Support Group at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Livonia hosts a discussion on Diabetes SelfManagement: "Why It's So Hard and What You Can Do" - 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the hospital's Auditorium, 36475 Five Mile at Levan (use the main entrance on Five Mile), Livonia. The speaker is Dan Diepenhorst, BA, MSW, Michigan Department of Community Health. The Diabetes Support Group presents a new topic on the second Wednesday of each month for adults with diabetes and family members. There is no

charge, and pre-registration is not required. For more information or directions, call (734) 655-8961, or visit the Web site at www.stmarymercy.org. Diabetes Support Group Leader Training There is a need to develop additional Diabetes Support Groups in this area, according to the Michigan Department of Community Health. Sponsored by St. Mary Mercy Hospital and the Michigan Department of Community Health, a Diabetes Support Group Leader Training class will be held 9 a.m. t o 3:30 p.m. Friday, March 12, in Classrooms 1 and 2, at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, 36475 Five Mile in Livonia. Please use t h e Marian Professional Building/Road Entrance. Training is presented hy Dan Diepenhorst, MSW, Public Health Consultant, Michigan Department of Community Health. For more information or to register, call (734) 655-895,0. For directions or additional information please visit our Web site www.stmarymercy.org. Biood pressure, bone density clinic 12:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, in RCD room of Presbyterian Village of Redford, 17383 Garfield. Also available education literature, Open to the.public. Healthy cooking classes Warming soups 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11. Cost is $25. Other classes include a beginning cooking series Feb. 9,16,23 and March 8, and Fun Foods including baked tofu fries, pinto bean dip and more 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Vai will also be giving a free cooking class on miso soup and brown rice nori rolls 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, at Whole Foods, 1404 Walton, Rochester Hills. Call (734) 261-2856 or visit www.macroval.com. Fibromyalgia and CFS A free lecture will be held on Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 7:15-8:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Plymouth Public Library. Guest speaker is Dr. Barry Hobbs, Specific Chiropractor. New research on .. the cause and relief of Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome will be discussed. For reservations or information, call (734)416-2411, Doctors with a Heart program Dr. C.J. Trupp III, a chiropractor, will treat anyone who can't afford care on Feb. 12, at Trupp Family Care Chiropractic. For an appointment time, call (734) 261-5677, Latest Low Back Pain Exercises Lecture gives an overview of the most recent developments in the prevention of low back pain with exercise training and patient education 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Oakland Physical Therapy suite B124 at Providence.MedLca! Center, 47601 Grand River at Beck, Novi. No charge. Space is limited. Reservation required by calling (248) 380-3550. Presenter wiil identify positions and postures to avoid and prevent low back pain, demonstrate the most stable position of spinal alignment for exercise and functional activity, and describe the most appropriate strengthening and stretching exercises to achieve spinal stability. Smoking Cessation Program Wellness Seminars present a two-hour session which combines the power of hypnosis and behavior modification to help you kick the habit of smoking without gaining weight 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 14, in Kalman Auditorium at Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center, 18101 Oakwood Blvd, main entrance. The first 45-minutes is a free orientation, if participants decide t o continue with the program there is a one-time fee of $59 with free unlimited repetitions. No reservations required. Call (800) 848-2822. Workshop for memory problems The Alzheimer's Association - Greater Michigan Chapter is offering "Partnering with Your Doctor: A Workshop for Persons with Memory Problems and Their Care Partners" 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, 36475 Five Mile at Levan, Livonia. The workshop wiil provide strategies to form a doctor/patient/care partner relationship, that allows you to more effectively manage and be a part of your health care. To register,'call Lisa Dodson at (734)655-8950. If you are living with Alzheimer's disease and need help or information, call (800) 272-3900 or visit the Web site www.alzgmc.org.

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POLYMYALGIA RHEUMAT1CA I last discussed this condition in 1998, an update is in order, Polymyalgia Rheumatica is a condition that strikes older people. The usual range is between age 65 to age 90. Hie condition comes on suddenly, its features include marked aching and profound stiffness, "Hie stiffness is worse upon rising in the morning and often improves enough so that by midday you can undertake activities like buying groceries or keeping appointments. However, by sundown;the deep aching returns and becomes worse overnight. Small does of Prednisone, a form of cortisone, suffice to treat the condition. Ultimately, over 3 months to 6 mbriths you can stop Prednisone altogether. However, in a small number of cases, the usual dose of steroid fails to control Polymyalgia, and in other instances the condition returns when you stop taking Prednisone. In these cases, the ongoing use of steroids carries side effect such as weakened bone, high cholesterol, and weight gain. Researchers have investigated alternative treatment regimens that are steroid sparing, Unfortunately, to date all attempts to use medicine other than Prednisone has failed. Steroids remain the treatment of choice for Polymyalgia Rheumatica. However, the medical community has improved its ability to catch the condition early. This change means that the time and amount you will need to take steroids is less than in the past. The effect is sufficiently steroid sparing to make taking Prednisone for polymyalgia free of serious side effects. ^ www.drjjweiss.yourmd.com oeosia476

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Thyroid disease remains undiagnosed among many millions of Americans "i Did you know that 1 in 10 Americans suffer from thyroid disease? That's more than the number of Americans with diabetes and cancer. The fact is an estimated 13 million Americans have thyroid disorders,, but more than half still remain undiagnosed. A few of the signs of an underactive thyroid are tiredness, dry coarse hair, dry skin, high cholesterol, loss of lateral eyebrow hair, puffy face and eyes, slow heartbeat, weight gain, headaches, depression, and constipation. Some of the signs of an

overactive thyroid are nervousness, difficulty sleeping, bulging eyes, rapid heartbeat, increased sweating, unexplained weight loss, fine tremor of fingers, muscle weakness, and infertility. All it takes are a few simple blood tests to determine your thyroid levels. Fifty percent of thyroid disease patients' offspring will inherit the thyroid disease gene. The thyroid gland is essential to the proper functioning of the body, regulating its metabolism and organ function. The

thyroid produces hormones that influence every organ, tissue and cell in the body. If the thyroid doesn't work properly, neither will you. The Michigan Thyroid Disorder Support Group meets at the Plymouth Library with monthly speakers offering their knowledge about thyroid disease. For more information about the support group contact Tracy Green at S [email protected] or call (734) 453- \ 7945. j

Time between births may affect risk of development of childhood allergies lings. The reduced risk of developing allergies was not seen in children born three or more years after an older sibling. Ganesa Wegienka. the study's lead author and an epidemiologist at Henry Ford Hospital, says the link between birth order and allergies may be related to the hygiene hypothesis, which holds that exposure to bacteria and infectious agents protects against allergies and asthma. "We theorize that siblings who are close in age are more likely to interact and share

Children born within two years of an older sibling were less likely to, develop childhood allergies by age 6 or 7 than children born to first-time mothers, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study. Published in the January issue of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the study showed children born within two years of an older sibling were nearly 50 percent less likely to develop allergies compared to first-born children regardless of parents' allergy history, presence of pets or number of older sib-

germs that can help the younger child's immune system develop better," said Dr. Wegienka. "However, it's also possible that the changes in the mother's immune system to allow pregnancy may persist after birth and influence the immune development of babies in subsequent pregnancies^ Only more research will explain this link."For the study, researchers followed 415 children born from April 1987 to August 1989 until ages 6-7. At that time, the chil-ft dren were tested for six allergies including] cats, dogs, grass, and dust mites. '

Study shows virtual colonoscopy as effective world's most advanced 16-slice computed tomography (CT) scanning capabilities with Vitria 3D workstations. The procedure is fast, non-invasive and as accurate as optical colonoscopy in detecting lesions. Exams may be referred by a physician, or self-referred by the patient. A board-certified radiologist reviews eveiy scan.

A study, which was published in December in the New England Journal of Medicine, reveals that virtual colonoscopy is just as effective as traditional optical colonoscopy in identifying colon polyps, from which most cancers arise. Study findings are good news for patients who have avoided traditional colonoscopy because it requires sedation, discomfort and recovery time.

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Payne, CEO of HealthCheck Imaging. "Our equipment is state-of-the-art and has the 3D workstation technology that is necessary to do effective colonoscopy imaging."

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Diabetes Support Group Leaders are needed There is a need to develop additional Diabetes Support Groups in this area, according to the Michigan Department of Community Health. Sponsored by St. Mary Mercy Hospital and the Michigan Department of Community Health, a Diabetes Support Group Leader Training class will be held 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, in Classrooms 1 and 2, at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, 36475 Five Mile at Levan, Livonia. Please use the Marian Professional Building/Road Entrance. Training is presented by Dan Diepenhorst, MSW, Public Health Consultant, Michigan Department of Community Health.

For more information or to register, call the St. Mary Mercy Community Outreach Department at (734) 6558950. For directions or additional information, visit the Web site at www.stmarymercy.org.

If you or someone you know is living with diabetes, you know it requires daily attention to diet, getting regular physical exercise, monitoring blood sugar levels,

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this change the lifestyle of those with diabetes, but for those who are caring for them as well. Support Groups assist diabetics and their families in education of diabetes, support from peers, discussion % on a variety of topics, and getting questions answered. £ Support Group Leader Training is ,:•* intended to help initiate more diabetes ^ support groups in our community and to $ keep them ongoing. This program pro- |j vides training for both lay and profession-^ al persons who are leading or would like ta) lead a diabetes support group. 4 For more information'or to register, calf? the St. Mary Mercy Community Outreach" Department at (734) 655-8950. For directions or additional information, visit the . Web site at www.stnmrymercy.org.

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Let's Talk About Real Estate NOV! - OPEN SUN. 2-4 BRAND NEW HOME! 51161 Park Place Dr. N. off Eight Mile to Napier to Park Place Sub. 5 Bed. (Two Master; Suites - One Main Floor, One Up) 3 1/2 baths, 4,375 Sq.Ft., 2 Furnace, 2 C/A, lights, carpet & landscaping allowance, granite counters in spectacular kitcheh w/ octagon nook, full bsmt, one acre. Northville schools. Unbelievable features & quality. 4 car garage. $749,900 Re/ Max 100, Inc. MARLENE KLIMECKI (248) 348-3000 ext. 261 Cell (248) 933-7655

"BUYING IS A COMPROMISE" Regardless of your income or other financial resources, your next home-buying decision will be a compromise. You will have to give up one thing to gain another. Here are some of the major compromises involved in home buying: Price Most buyers are quite optimistic when they decide to move. They feel that their buying power is sufficient to get the kind of home they want in the location they prefer. In most instances, this doesn't happen. The typical buyer purchases a home at the extreme upper limit of his or her affbrdability level and usually settles for less house than originally desired. Location You can buy more house if you are willing to settle for a less desirable area. You could, as an example, purchase a 2,500 square foot home in a lesser area or an 1,800 square foot property in a prime location at the identical price.

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OPEN SUN. 1-4 25731 GLAMORGAN (S/11 Mile & E/ Beck) Awesome & immaculate 3 bed., 3 full bath custom built ranch. Beautiful great room w/ fireplace. Lg. kitchen w/ lots of cabinets & all appliances. Bsmt. Deck. 2 Car garage w/ workshop. $264,900 LORI DUBACH (248) 320-2727 Century 21 Today 19500 Victor Pkwy.

Features Many compromises are made regarding the features you want in your next home. Because of this, you must prioritize those features that you will not abandon in order to make a deal. If, as an example, you want four bedrooms and two and a half baths, you may have to sacrifice something else that is not as high on your list.

Livonia Oakland OPEN SUN. 1-5pm 53285 Nine Mile Rd. S. side of 9 Mile/ W. of Chubb Beautiful log home on 3 acres. Park-like setting. Across from Tanglewood golf course. Northville mailing. Move-in cond. $364,900 PAT GOSSARO

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Novi Open Sun. 1-4 ABOVE THE CROWD! Over $100,000 in recent upgrades! Lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial. Family room w/tireplace. 1st floor laundry. Basement. 2 car attached garage. $334,900. N. off 9 Mile, W. of Haggerty. 40627 Oakwood. SUSAN & RACHEL RION Remax Alliance 734-522-2429 NOVI - CHARMING CONDO Fully updated. Pack your bags and moVe right in. Living room, famiiy room, island kitchen, Fenced Lg. Patio, Pets ok, 1.5 baths, 2 lg. bed.'s, Bsmt. Appliances stay. $142,500 ROSE SIMMS (248) 470-5952 KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 22260 Haggerty, Northville No matter what It Is, know I will find it in my O&E Classifieds!

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ROCHESTER Open Sat & Sun 2-5.New homes from $400,000. Directions 2 blocks N of Avon 2 blocks W. of John R. 4 different styles to choose from. RB Realty 248 214-6936 SOUTHFIELD Birmingham schools. 4 bed, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors, neutral breakfast nook, with appliances, 2 car attached garage. Must sell! $238,900. 30130 Woodgate Dr. Open Sun 1-4. (248) 910-6281 OPEN SUN. 2-5 Just 5 years old! Popular design, 4 bed.'s, 2.5 baths, famiiy room, fireplace, Formal living & dining, den, partially finished rec room with daylite windows, 3 car garge, sidewalks & court location. $369,000 Call RE/MAX 100, Inc. for directions DIANE BRAYKOVICH (248) 348-3000 or (248) 787-4545 Wayne Open Sun.1-4 35031 Winslow (S. of Annapolis, E. of Wayne).- 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath, family room w/fireplace. $174,900. Century 21 Towne Pride (734) 326-2600 www.century21townepride.com West Bloomfield OPEN SUNDAY 2/8 1-4pm 5 bed, 3 bath. $316,900.4923 Hardwoods Drive, N/Wainut, W/Green. Latif Muhaimeen 248-760-1208 M a x Broock Realtors 1821 W. Maple, Birmingham Westland - Open Sun-4 4 bedroom ranch, located at 32142 Melton. James Garrett 734-558-2200 RE/MAX Experts Westland OPEN SUN. 1-4pm Lovely loft like condo in Castlewood, 2 bed., 2 bath, raised ranch, wood views. Private entrance, vaulted ceilings Must See! $139,900 35707 Castlewood Ct. LENOA STECKEL (734) 673-5876 KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 22260 Haggerty, Northville

$274,900 You'll say WOW! Built in 2000! Beautiful 4 bed., 2.5 bath home is 2400 sq.ft. on a super 86x125 lot! Off Elwell & Huron River Dr. Drive by: 47114 Ruthan! ANGELA • (313) 708-1732 (734) 287-5700 j ^ B N i brats B I B -

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Beautiful & Spacious Custom Colonial. 4 • Bedroom, 3 Full baths & 2 half baths. 9 foot . Wood split 3. Entertainer i kitchen with stainless appliances, cherry cabinets, large island. Jacuzzi tub in Master suite. 2nd floor laundry. Award winning Walled Lake Schools. Only $465,000

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BRIGHTON/HOWELL 1800 sq. ft. homes on 1/2 acre lots. Great location, paved streets, sidewalks, sewers, golf & boating. 8uilders closeout, hurry only 6 lots left. $180,000 - $220,000 Liberty Homes 810-225-8944 BY OWNER 534 Hope St. Custom built 2001,2280sq.ft., finished walkout, natural gas, central air, fireplace, 3 br, 3.5 bath, 2.5 car garage, city water/sewer, sprinkler system. Appt. only. 810-217-2847, www.owners.com/AMT5440

OPEN SUN . 1-5 1088 S. Bates St. BEAUTIFUL - 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath french colonial with contemporary flair. Suited for the professional or executive who desires a heart of Birmingham location. Special appts inci, 3 fireplaces, french doors/Windows, front veranda porch, remodeled kitchen. $669,500. 248-647-4860

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HOMETOWN 44523 Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth You'll find contemporary and cozy decor in this 3 bed, 2 bath Canton home. Wooded 1+ acre lot backs to woodlands and creek. Property surrounded by homes averaging S400K+. $237,900. (PR-2400920) 24-hour info. @ 1-800-808-7162 X 5 1 0 3 VANCE SHUTES (734)662-8600

BUNGALOW • 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath home that backs to Levelgood Park. Many updates, basement, garage. 3169,000. 734-564-9305

DETROIT DELIGHT Great 3 bed. colonial - great neighborhood! Finished bsmt - 2 car 'garage. Hardwood floors, fireplace, new windows too. $135,000 OENISE McGUIGAN 734-564-4310; 734-357-2012 REMERICA HOMETOWN 111

CUSTOM 2200+ square foot 3 bedroom, 3Vfe bath ranch on treed ravine lot is beautifully & neutrally decorated, has lots of updating, finished basement, 2 car attached garage. $389,900. MARY McLEOD RE/MAX Alliance 734-462-3600 248-477-2006 www.marymcleod.com

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OAKLAND Fabulous Model Home Luxurious new build in secluded sub is loaded with extras. Cherry cabinets, granite, hdwd floors, 9 ft ceilings, 2 fireplaces, 2 laundry rooms, 2 powder rooms, spacious master suite, guest room w/private batlr. (56PAR) 248-652-8000 $784,000

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BIRMINGHAM Lovely Colonial Located in poppleton Park w/4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and one half bath. Located on large lot w/deck, near nature preserve. Deluxe updated kitchen, newer large MBR and bath with built-ins. (57TOT) 248-642-8100 $649,000

PLYMOUTH A Cut Above the Rest Large 4 bedroom, 3 full & 2.5 bath colonial built in 2000 presents basement, 3 car attached garage, dual staircase, gourmet kitchen w/island, master bedroom w/sitting area & master bath, 2-way fireplace + deck & patio. (B75PLY) 734-455-5600 $579,900

WASHINGTON Orchard Golf Course Magnificent custom home with cathedral ceiling In great room, fireplace & stunning spiral granite staircase. Porcelain floors w/granite trim, FF master suite, gourmet kit w/granite counters, 4 bedrooms & 4 car garage. (41 PIN) 248-652-8000 $715,000

FARMINGTON HILLS Steal of a Deal Best of locations in town. Best location in sub. Cul-desac for this beauty. 4 big bedroom, high ceilings, center island in the kitchen, library, family room, living room, finished basement, circulaf driveway and more. (B90DQW) 248-626-8800 $429,000

BLOOMFIELD Sprawling 4 BR, 2.5 BA brick ranch in Berkshire Villas Sub. Exceptional lot, just under one acre. LR w/frplc, custom bullt-lns and moldings. Cherry hardwood floors, FR w/cath ceilings & 2nd frplc Newer kitchen & more. (80CHU) 248-642-8100 $515,000

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K WEST BLOOMFIELD Chelsea Park Value You will love all the goodies. 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath colonial tucked away in the forest of Chelsea Park on a culde-sac, backs up to woods. Grand frplc in family room. Fabulous fin w/o w/theatre area & bedroom or library. (90PEM) 248-349-5600 $599,900

WATERFORD All Sports Cass Lake Built in 1988. Two doorwalls in great room lead to huge deck. Two car attached garage with opener, electronic fencing, seawall and professional landscaping. All appliances stay. One year home warranty. (15CHI) 248-524-1600 $349,900

OAKLAND Beauxy ana Nature Combined This is the Goodison Hills home you've been waiting for. High, private and wooded, overlooking Paint Creek and trail. Gourmet kitchen, all appls included, hardwood floors, 4 bedrooms, 3 car garage, finished walk out. (15F0R) 248-652-8000 $539,715

FARMINGTON HILLS Exceptional Home 4 8R home w/fin bsmt, hrdwd foyer. GR w/cathedra! ceiling & frplc. Large deck & patio, 3.5 baths, possible fifth BR in bsmt. FF laundry, master bedroom w/cath ceiling, Jacuzzi in LL. 1 year home warranty. (B30PIN) 248-626-8800 $359,900

CANTON Stunning 3 BR Cape Cod w/attention to detail w/1 st fir MBR suite, study w/cathedral ceilings & fireplace in GR & kitchen, 2nd floor w/ioft, 2 BR's & bath. Huge kit w/built-ins & an awesome basement w/kitchen, bath and more. (76PQP>248-642-8100 $499,900

Many Fine Qualities Spectacular best describes this stately 4 BR, 3.2 8A custom colonial deep In golf community. Certainly .nothing spared. $100,000 in upgrades & over $40,000 in landscaping including pavers & custom deck. (57SAT) 248-349-5606 . $849,000

TROY . Emerald Lake Ranch 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath with great curb appeal ana lake privileges. Finished basement with large open area, side entrance garage and large private lot with numerous pine trees. Home warranty. (28SMA) 248-524-1600 $319,900

ROCHESTER HILLS Beautiful 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 3 car garage, fin daylight basement, cul-de-sac 2 staircases, alarm, C/A, sprinklers & deck. Library w/built-ins, large kitchen w/appls, 2 walk in closets in master bedroom, jetted tub, neutral decor. (38NEW) 248-652-8000 $520,000

WEST BLOOMFIELD Park-Like Setting .75 acre wooded lot. Custom built 4 BR, 3.3 BA, gour kit/hrdwd firs. Fin LL w/o full kit. Built-ins in lib, mstr ste w/great views, 'Jacuzzi tub & his & hers walk-in closets. Upper Straits Lk privs. In Whispering Pines Sub. (B96ROL) 248-626-8800 $580,000

N WOODS Rare upportumty Rare opportunity to own this 3 BR, 3 BA ranch on approx 3/4 acre lot in estate section. Sunroom, marble fireplace, Pergo floors, FFL, newer furn, A/C & roof. Brick paver walk & porch, 2 car attached garage. (59TAL) 248-642-8100 $449,900

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4 bedroom, 3 bath multi-level In Wast Troy Loaded with custom ceramic and hardwood floors. Huge open kitchen with granite island. Finished basement. Family room w/stone surround fireplace. Troy schools. (03BRI) 248-524-1600 $334,900

COMMERCE indulge Yourself 4 BR, soft contemporary is upscale yet inviting. 3.5 luxury baths. Architect designed, winding drive. 2 frplcs, gracious LR. Volume ceilings, deft decor touches. Main level master ste. Modem kit w/island, finished w/o. (35CAN) 248-363-1200 $599,500

FARMINGTON HILLS Great Condol Great Areal 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, gourmet kitchen w/hdwd fir. Cathedral ceilings, open & spacious. Fm bsmt w/garden windows. Great room w/gas fireplace. Formal DR. Doorwall to huge deck overlooking pond w/fointain. (B61SAN) 248-626-8800 $319,000

BEVERLY HILLS Peaceful Valley Sest describes the setting 'cr this large 4 BR, 2.1 BA home sitting on approx 3/4 acre beautiful lot. Updated roof, furnace and HWH and walk out basement. Home warranty provided. (70WES) 248-642-8100 $384,900

NORTHVILLE Beautiful Updated 5 8R, 3.2 8A colonial on approx 5 wooded acres. Updates include: kit, flooring, roof, furn, A/C & more. Great floor plan. FR w/frplc, formal dining rm. Lg media rm. Alf season rm w/frplc & wet bar. 5+ car gar. (OONAP) 248-349-5600 $799,900

SHELBY TWP. Stunning 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on a cul-de-sac backing to private nature preserve. Patio pavers and a two-tier cedar deck facing the woods. Custom cherry kitchen. 1 st floor master w/dual walk-ins & large whirlpool. (26MOR) 248-524-1600 $429,900

COMMERCE Gorgeous Country Setting Over an acre rolling treed lot. Privacy & seclusion abound. Spacious quad 4 BR, 2 fuil bath & 2 half bath, huge LR w/FP, DR, spacious kit & bedrooms. Inviting sunroom. New furn & A/C, newer roof. Blmfid Schls. (49RIS) 248-363-1200 $505,000

WEST BLOOMFIELD Illuminating Home This home is packed with plenty of comfort and the 2way staircase. The seller invests $50,000. Updates include: deck, hardwood floors and foyer kitchen, breakfast room, professionally landscaped w/sprinkier. (B22TRE) 248-626-8800 $399,000

ROYAL OAK Gorgeous Cape Cod 4 bedrooms and 2 fuil baths. Stunning froi from the curb and exciting Inside, just what you've dreamed of. Family room, finished basement, updated kitchen, roof and plumbing. Patio and deck. Charming throughout. (08AM H) 248-642-8100 $338,000

BLOOMFIELD HILLS Sophisticated Contemporary w/unique design, quality in materials. Built in 1997,3 story colonial w/extensive use of maple, granite & glass t/o. 4 BR, 4.5 BA, multiple exterior oecks, open floor plan, gourmet kitchen & wine cellar. (OOLAH) 248-642-8100 $1,895,000

WEST BLOOMFIELD Sharp 4 BR Home Double door entry, ceramic tile throughout. Updated kitchen, huge deck w/gazebo, recessed lights throughout. Bay windows, newer exterior paint, ceiling fans throughout. (22WAT) 248-626-8800 $324,900

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STERLING HEIGHTS Former Model Open floor plan. Huge two-story great room w/fireplace. Large kitchen with breakfast nook, white oak cabinets and ceramic floor. 1st floor master bedroom and bath with whirlpool tub. Professionally finished basement. (10GAR) 248-524-1600 $334,900

COMMERCE Privacy Is At Your Home This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath colonial on approx 1.5 acre, wooded lot has lots of privacy. Open floor plan w/finished walk out w/buiit-in bar. (80HIG) 248-363-1200

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BLOOMFIELD Gracious Tudor On an estate size lot w/coy pond & fountain. 6 BR's, 3 full baths and 3 half baths. Inside you will find the charm of yesterday w/todays modern amenities. Updated pool, tennis courts & lush landscaping. (80CRA) 248-642-8100 $1,599,900

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PLYMOUTH Previous Builders Model Large 4 bedroom, 3 full & 2.5 bath colonial built in 2000 .w/3 car attached garage, finished basement, great room w/gas fireplace, library w/bay window. Sitting on large corner lot. (B81CHA) 734-455-5600 $549,000

OAKLAND Great First Floor Master 2 story foyer, dual staircases, arched walkways on main floor, 6arrel ceilings in dining room and library. Finished basement with full bath and kitchen walks out to inground pool with perennial gardens and trees. (78VIN) 248-652-8000 $879,000

COMMERCE Prestwick Village Golf Way above par! 4 BR, 2.5 BA home located in desired golf community w/golf, swim & tennis. Lg FF master suite w/2 WIC & jetted tub. Spacious vaulted GR. Lg kit & hearth rm w/2-way frplc, hdwd firs. Quick occupancy. (42NAI) 248-363-1200 $399,900

LAKE ORION Indianwood Country Club New presentation on must location. Overlooking golf course first and second fairways and pond. Open floor plan, first floor master, volume ceilings, 3.2 baths, kitchen with Sub Zero, all appliances & daylight bsmt. (64TWE) 248-652-8000 $839,700

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BLOOMFIELD HILLS Brick Colonial 4 BR, 3.5 BA, buitt in 1995. Neutral decor, hardwood floors, 9 ft ceilings, marble entryway, some hardwood floors, recessed lights and FF master suite. White kitchen, all appliances, deck and 3 car garage (47MAR) 248-642-8100 $749,900

NOVI Beautiful Custom Built 5 bedroom, 3 bath coionial on gorgeous lot. Custom amenities f o including marble & granite. 1 st floor master w/fireplace, ig GR w/frplc and formal DR. Has small lake w/Blue Gill and Pike, approx. 20 acre commons. (58VAS) 248-642-8100 $890,000

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1 Construction On premier street. High quality w/attention to detail. 4 BR, 4.1 BA, butler area, 2 fireplaces & home theatre. Jack & Jill bath, 5th BR and bath in LL. Skylights, kitchen w/island, formal DR & master suite to die for! (20PLE) 248-642-8100 $1,050,000

Carta Hills Contemporary Home w/premium amenities. 4 BR, 2.5 BA, vaulted entry, oak staircase, light & bright GR w/frplc. Main fir MBR w/WIC & jetted tub. Ceramic floor In kit, formal DR. Patio w/arboretum, full bsmt, 3+ car gar, huge tot. (78MAY) 248-363-1200 $339,900

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LETS GO LIVONIA Beautiful brick ranch with full bsmt & 2+ car garage in a great neighborhood. Newer roof, furnace, air, electric, plumbing, extra insulation & much more! $149,900 CHRIS PETERSON (734) 513-4563 CENTURY 2 1 DYNAMIC 6900 N. Wayne Rd., Westland

COUNTRY LIVING - on 1/2 acre. Open floor plan w/vaultecJ ceilings in the living room & kitchen. 1559 sq. ft with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. New carepet, paint, roof and much more. Easy access to town and expressways. $190,000. MLS#23125833. Call Fran Thornell at 810-844-2346 or Chris Ridalls at 810-844-2341 The Michigan Group Realtors

BRICK BEAUTY 3 bed ranch, new Marlette kitchen, bath & carpeting, 17' family room, full bsmt, 2 car garage, E-Z terms thru Dave only $154,900. RE/MAX Classic, 734-417-7879 734-432-1010 BRICK BEAUTY Immediate Occupancy! 3 Bed. ranch, new furnace, C/A, 1.5 baths, doorwall to brick patio, finished rec. room in bsmt, 2 car attached Garage. Reduced! $192,900 CENTURY 21 JOHN COLE REALTY (313) 937-2300 (734) 455-8430 BRICK RANCH-6/LEVAN 1300 Sq. ft., recently remodeled. Family room w/gas fireplace. Kitchen includes all appliances. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2 car attached garage, professionally landscaped, brick driveway & walk. Pella windows. $239,000. Call for appt. (734) 464-4074 BRICK/ALUMINUM RANCH New hardwood floors, all appliances, large deck & fenced yard, 3 bed., $141,000. (734) 377-2886 BRIGHT, OPEN FLOOR PLAN 1850+ sa ft 3 bedroom ranch, tirepiace. an. immediate novein condition. Free appraisal 3179,900. 248-471-2383

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Location, Location, Location. 6 Mile & Farmington Rd. 4 Bed., 2 1/2 bath brick two story, newer windows, roof and C/A, remodeled kitchen & master- br. bath, living room, dining room, family room w/ fireplace, bsmt. 2 Car attached garage, great yard-immediate occupancy. Selier pays $1000 of Buyer's closing costs $259,900 Re/ Max 100, Inc. MARIENE KLiMECKI 348-3000 ext. 261 Cell (248) 933-7655

DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER Tranfered Must Sell!! 3 Bed,1 bath, big yard, updated. New garage. $148k. 248-601-2525/macrotuff.com

BY OWNER/LEASE OPTION New In 2004f Kitchen, floors, furnace, water heater, both baths.3 bedroom colonial. $229,000. (313) 530-9135

OPEN SUN 1-4. 639 Parkland Dr. Charming brick ranch, 1790 sq. ft. Open layout, cathedral ceiling & fireplace, backs to secluded woods. 3 bed. 2.5 bath. $269,900. (248) 656-7113

Contemporary 4 bed, 2 bath. New kitchen, cabinets, carpet, baths and much, much more. CALL PATTY HAWLEY

OPEN SUN. 1-4 4662 Rambling. 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial, 3 car sidegarage. Finished bsmt, $615,900. (248) 641-1418

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Meticulous Livonia Ranch 3 Bed., 1.5 bath. Updates include floors, appliances, windows, roof and landscaping. Aiewly decorated Florida-room. Professionally finished bsmt. $279,500 CALL LARRY SNYDER 734-776-3530

LARGE LOT, 2 Bed., 1Car Attached Garage. Land Contract. SUPPORTING REALTY 734-459-8400 QUICK OCCUPANCY 4 bedroom Cape Cod on V? acre w/3 car garage. $234,900. MIKE HEATH 734-462-3600 Re/Max Alliance

CUTE BUNGALOW IN WAYNE- $118,000 Don't wait, nice home ready for you! Motivated seller, all appliances, fenced yard w/shed. Carport. Basement partially finished. Lots of storage, in this 3 bed, 1 bath. Close to schools & x-ways. JEAN CRANDELL 734-395-8567 [email protected] estate SUB..-.

HOMETOWN 44523 Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth BEST BUY On this 3 bedroom brick, 2 baths, finished basement, garage. Asking $129,000. 313-532-2700

EXCEPTIONAL 5 bedroom, 4V» bath custom Cape Cod. Family-friendiy/entertaining open floor plan, Phenomenal details and finishing touches, finished walkout for family, inlaws or au pair, 3 car garage. $989,000. MARY McLEOD RE/MAX Alliance 734-462-3600 248-477-2006 www.marymcleod.com

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WARM & CHARMING RANCH 1900+ sq. ft., beautiful private yard, many updates, 3 bed, 2 full bath, kiddie corner from park. A must see! $235,000. (248) 342-5342

CUTE & COZY Move right in to this wonderful brick ranch w/ over 1100 sq.ft. on large lot. South Redford schools! Super updates: furnace, windows, electric & more! Call tor a special preview-only $109,900 CHERYL FACIONE, CRS 734-751-1234 Coldwell Banker Preferred 44644 Ann Arbor Rd. Plymouth

•BARCLAY ESTATES - culd de location 4 br, 3.5 bath, 3400sq.ft„ hardwood floors, finished basement, $599,000. (248) 345-5050 BEAUTIFUL VISTA HILLS 29003 Hearthstone. 3/4 bed. Colonial, move in condition. Loaded w/ extras, all appliances stay! Hurry won't last. CALL TOM CiCERO Offica: 734-522-800(1 MAY FAIR REALTY

WEST BLOOMFIELD LAKES AREA Move in condition! 1987 colonial, 1980 sq. ft., 3 bed, 2.5 bath, family room, finished bsmt., w/offlce, rec. room, full bath, optional 4th bed,1st floor laundry. $0 down. $214,500 Open Sundays 2-4. (248) 360-8499. Pictures S a n

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NOVI RANCH 3 bed, 2.5 baths. 1960 sq. ft. 2 car garage, Great location, much more! Seen by appt only. (248) 348-0493 Asking $338,000. Your ad is lost a click away.... wmc.lio rneto wn life.co m

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NOVI-STONEHENGE JUST BRING TOOTHBRUSH! 2 Bed, 1 bath, garage. Pool & Clubhouse, Great location, Haggerty. New kitchen 2004, 1 yr old, furniture all included, Tv's stereo, etc., kitchen appliances. Ideai first time buyers, low assoc fee includes gas heat & water. $130,000/negotiabie. 248-426-0308 PLYMOUTH Bradbury complex, 2 Bed., custom oak cabnets, Berber carpeting, al! new windows within last 5 yrs., 2 full baths, finished bsmt,, Motorized chair lift for easy access between bsmt. & first floor. Shelter carport. $145,000. (734) 327-3654

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CANTON: By Owner. Buildable lot. 1.13 acres. $99,900. (734) 788-2967 Cheboygan County Wolverine. 4.69 acres Pigeon River Forest access, $28,900/best. Ingham Cty/ 60.5 ac. Woods, open fields, swamp & creek, hunter's paradise. $240,000. No realtors, please. (517) 402-1939. FARMINGTON HILLS Lot for sale. 9 & Haisted. 1 of a kind. Just under 1 acre. Build your dream home. $229,900. (248) 471-2801 HIGHLAND-WHITE LAKE AREA-10 acres, parcels from $100,000-40 acres, heavily wooded, $550,000-40 acres w/private lake single build sites-can t be split- (248) 891-7470, 248-613-6515 PLYMOUTH TWP. 3 bedroom brick ranch, 2 car attached garage on 3/4 acre lot. Clean & comfortable, this home features first floor laundry, family room, large sun room, & full basement many updates & quality features. $289,000. HOOD REAL ESTATE CO. CALL DAN HOOD 734-674-7396. ROYAL OAK Land. 81x100. Single family, Crooks near Vinsetta. $72,500 firm cash. (248) 588-3080

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PESTOSKEY, Ml - Charming, year round, Bay View style cottage home w/110 ft. of precious Lake Michigan frontage. Walk to the Marina and famous "Gaslight District." Spectacular sunsets! $725,000. Nancy D. Johnson, Realtor, 231-4391111 or 231-645-4567 (cell).

WEST WESTLAND RANCH Updated for you - roof, windows, siding, furnace, remodeled kitchen w/ oak cabinets and ceramic tile floor. New Pergo floor in living NORTHVILLE Kings Miil Co-op room, hall & bedroom. Backs 1 bed ranch, full bsmt. Cash to Madison Elementary too! safe. $80,000 negotiable. Avail. 248-349-5570 $105,000 March 1st. CALL DENISE McGUIGAN NORTHVILLE. RANCH, 2 br., 734-564-4310; 734-357-2012 -3 full baths. Finished baseREMERICA HOMETOWN III ment. Immaculate. $259,900 (248)349-2809 WESTLAND RANCH 3 Bed., 2 bath, Livonia Schools. New kitchen, bath Novi $217,500 and windows. Finished bsmt. OPEN SUN. 1-4 TIM BROWN GOLF COURSE FRONTAGE 734-891-4614/ 734-357-2045 4181 Primrose. Stylish and REMERICA HOMETOWN III contemporary 1550 sq.ft. three bed. w/ first floor master), three bath end unit w/ hardwood flooring, new windows, huge bsmt and garage. S. of 14 and E. of 1585TEGGERDINE RD. Novi Rd. in the fvlapies.. N. of M-59.3.2S Acres!! 3 bed. 2 bath ranch, 4 car garage, Owner says "Make an Offer". OPEN SUN. 1-4 SUZETTE CHAIKEN IMPECCABLE DETACHED 248-417-9797 41476 Belden Cr. Beautiful KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 3 bed. two story includes 22260 Haggerty Rd, Northville hardwood flooring, custom ceramic tile, finished bsmt, and backing to woods for added privacy. S. of 14 and E. of Novi Rd. in the Maples. $199,900 BOB LAMKIN 248-960-5905 www.CondoManBob.com Re/Max Classic 248-737-6800

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3 bed. brick ranch, bsmt. Ross Realty 734-326-8300

SUPER 3 bedroom, 2Vs bath home with updating, finished lower level, 2Vz car mechanic's garage. Priced to sell $180,000. MARY McLEOD RE/MAX Alliance 734-462-3600 246-477-2006 www.marymcleod.com

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BRIGHTONImmaculate Home on over an Acre w/203 ft of frontage on All-Sports Woodland Lake. Total of 3571 sq. ft. incl. 21x21 sunroom w/fireplace, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Many custom amenities. Must see at $449,900. MLS# 24003825. Call Fran Thornell at 810-844-2346 or Chris Ridalls at 810-844-2341 The Michigan Group Realtors

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Huron Valley Schools On M-59 west of Bogie Lake Rd.

(248) 8 8 7 - 1 9 8 0 Huron Estates In Romulus Or Inkster Rd. S. of Sibley

(734) 782-9300

Don't Get Pre-Approved! Get APPROVED! FHA/VA/Conventionai, Refinance or Purchase Zero Down Purchase Programs, Stated Income Call Joe Kronk Today! 313-320-1905 HOMEOWNERS BEEN TURNED DOWN? REFINANCE LOW AS 2.95% (APR 5.85%) 8AD CREDIT LOANS ALSO AVAILABLE. BK'S AND DEFAULTS OK. DEBT CONSOLIDATION. HOME IMPROVEMENT. CALL NOW 1-800-454-0581 HOMEOWNERS! Limited offer - 2.95% Loan rate. I believe you will find this the lowest rate- available anywhere. Limited offer. Nationv^ide Lender. Any credit. 1-888-596-3328 MORTGAGE RATE OVER 2%? Have I got a deal for youl Brusied Credit loans also avail. (734) 788-7010

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(248) 685-9068 IN WHITE LAKE 14x76 3BR,

FREE and FAST Mortgage Pre-Qualification. Conventional, VA, FHA 3% down, zero down, and 'bruised credit' mortgages available. We-wiil work to secure you a new home. Cai! DENISE or LARRY at Colonial Mortgage Corp. 734-425-4520

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Executive Home Wanted! Behind on Payments OK 734-769-8176 24/7 Recorded Message NEED MONEY NOW? Then self your home! Any condition, any city. I wiil stop your foreclosure. No fees or costs. $ Fontana Properties $ 248-866-8788

FOUR LOTS - Cadillac Mem. Gardens W. Garden of Gethsemane. Ford Rd. in Westland. Contact Barb at [email protected] or Jan 181-363-1585.

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Knollwood Memorial Parte Cementery plot for sale. Canton $900. 870-659-2720

(734)397-7774

TROY - 2 lots in White Chapel Cemetery. 248-061-5031, 24*760-1509

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HURON ESTATES

(248)887-1980

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On inkster S. of Sibley

DAY CARE BUSINESS - with building and equipment. Easy access to towrt and expressway. Call Fran Thornell at 810-844-2346, The Michigan GrciirpRealtbrs,

4 bedroom, 2 bath, shed, C/A, new washer1'& dryer. L.V.H.. 248-474-6500 Repo 3750] firep'ace. Will sacrif-CG.

CANTON - $15,000 Find the best garage sales in your O&E Classifieds!

BIRMINGHAM Downtown Prime retail / showroom space, On-site parking. For info-call: Sanbreen Co., 248-647-3250

E. Haggerty, S. 'Michigan Ave. BEN OENNY 734-453-8700 CROSSROADS PERFECT FOR CAMP SITE Need to Move. 2 bedroom, 1 full bath, 12 x 60. $3000. 248-474-2131 ROCHESTER HILLS 1971 Mobile home. Age 55+ lot rejit '$500 per month. Quiet, nice. $11,500 (248) 853-3038

WAYNE 1000 to, 1800 sq.ft. office/warehouse space. |xc : corTd. 734-728-7200

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It's time to brush up on housing financing options So, you've finally found your dream home after months of looking. Now you have to figure out how to pay for it. Before you shop for a mortgage loan, it's important to learn about the many options available to you. A mortgage is a long-term loan used to buy a home. The home you are buying is generally used as collateral to secure the loan. Mortgages are most often described by their terms, such as the time frame for repayment, and whether the interest rate is fixed or adjustable. The most common loans available today include conventional mortgages, adjustable rate mortgages, Federal Housing Administration loans and Department of Veterans Affairs loans.

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A conventional mortgage is a loan that is not insured or subsidized by the government. Lenders typically require a down payment of at least 20 percent, although you can put down less if you are willing to pay private mortgage insurance. PMI protects the lender if the homeowner defaults on the loan. Conventional mortgage loans are typically fully amortized. This means

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that the regular principal and interest payment will pay off the loan in the number of payments stipulated on the note.

Most conventional mortgages have Stuart time frames of 15 or 30 years, and may be either fixed-rate or adjustable. With a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, the buyer pays off the principal and interest on the loan in 360 equal monthly payments. The 15-year fixed rate mortgage is paid off in 180 equal monthly payments. A 15-year mortgage typically requires larger monthly payments than a 30-year loan, but allows an individual to pay off a mortgage in half the time, as well as substantially save on interest payments. You can also save a considerable amount of interest if your mortgage lender allows you to make bi-weekly mortgage payments. With a bi-weekly mortgage, the borrower makes half the regular monthly payment every two weeks. Because there are 26 twoweek periods in the year, the borrow-

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er makes the equivalent of 13 monthly payments each year. This allows the borrower to complete payment of a 30-year mortgage within 16 to 22 years.

ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES With a fixed-rate mortgage, the interest rate stays the same during the life of the loan. But with an ARM, the interest rate changes periodically, usually in relation to a specific index, such as the national average mortgage rate or the Treasury Bill rate. Lenders generally charge lower initial interest rates for ARMs than for fixed-rate loans. This makes the ARM easier on your pocketbook at first than a fixed-rate mortgage for the same amount. It also means that you might qualify for a larger loan because lenders sometimes make this decision on the basis on your current income and the first year's payments. Moreover, your ARM could be less expensive over a long period than a fixed-rate mortgage - for example, if interest rates remain steady or move lower.

Against these advantages, you have. for a one-family home in Wayne, Oakland or Macomb counties is curto weigh the risk that an increase in rently $175,750. FHA-insured loans interest rates would lead to higher are available from most of the same monthly payments in the future. It's a trade-off. You get a lower rate with an lenders who offer conventional loans. Veterans Affairs loans are also ARM in exchange for assuming more widely used to finance homes. risk. Through the Department of Veterans Affairs Guaranteed Loan Program, FHA MORTGAGES qualified U.S. veterans, active service members, and reservists can obtain The Federal Housing home loans without making a down Administration operates several low down payment mortgage insurance payment. First-time VA borrowers programs that buyers can use to puronly pay a one- percent funding fee, chase a home with a down payment of which can be rolled into the loan. five percent or less of the sale price of the home. The most frequently used Stuart Michaelson is 2004 president of. FHA program is the 203(b) program, Building Industry Association of Southeastern which provides for low down payment Michigan. He is also president of the Windmill mortgages on one- to four-family res- Group in Farmington Hilis, and has been a idences. The maximum loan amount master builder for 20 years.

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EXPRESSWAY EXPOSURE Month-to-month Avail. 168 to 2700 sq.ft. 1-275 x-way. JA Bloch & Co/Gach Realty (248) 559-7430 Farmington Hills 450-700 sq.ft., mufti offices. Gross rent, includes janitorial & Utilities Call 248-477-9112

4200 4210 4230. 4300 4400 4410

Halls/Buildings Residence To Exchange Commercial/Industrial Garage/Mini Storage Warned To Rent WantedTo Rent Resort Property 4500 Furniture Rental 4580 Rental Agency 4570. Property Management 4580 Lease/Option To Buy 4590. House Sitting Service 4620 Home Health Care 4640- Misc. To Rent

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To Qualified Applicants Studios and 1 & 2 bedrooms available in town Birmingham at the 555 Building, Call Mari 248-645-1191 BIRMINGHAM CONDO Completely redone, charming 1 bedroom, hardwood floors, gorgeous bath, 1st floor courtyard view. $750. (248) 644-7272

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BIRMINGHAM ONE STOP SHOPPING Maple Road Townes • Maple at Columbia (east of Eton). Walk to downtown from this charming & updated 1 bed apts. ($725), 1 bed townhouses ($830) or 2 bed townhouses ($380). 437 E. 14 Mile - near Pierce. 1 -800-579-SELL Fuliy updated 2 bed/1 bath townhouse features all white kitchen with hardwood-look flooring, full basement, deck, & one car garage with opener. Only $975. 1724 Grant - Lincoln & PLYMOUTH HILLS APT Woodward area. 2 bed/1.5 746 S M i l l St (Lifley Rd) bath townhome features It's Never PLYMOUTH'S spacious rooms with nice To Eariy closets, private yard, carport. BEST KEPT SECRET $1120 INCLUDES HEAT! To Think • In unit Washer-Dryer All have central AC Spring • Walk t o Downtown 1 catOKw/fee. EHO MOVE IN RENT FREE UNTIL • EZ access to 1-275 •Free Golf APRIL 1, 2004 • 1-2 Bedroom Apts •Free Heat Call The Beneicke Group •Free Rent weekdays at ASK ABOUT OUR (248) 642-8686 WINTER SPECIALS BEDROOM FROM $600

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FARMINGTON HILLS Middlebelt/14 Mile Rd. Suite of 5 offices approximately 1,200 sq. ft. Terms negotiabe, gross. Ely or Kris @ 248-626-3800. Email:[email protected]

• FREE HEAT! • Lots of Ciosets! • Vertical Blinds!

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NORTHVILLE downtown Class A office space. 2000 sq. ft,in medical office building. S4000/mo.(248) 921-7161

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PLYMOUTH 1200 sq. ft office/retail. Main St. Short term. 734-454-1547

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PLYMOUTH DOWNTOWN 525 sq. ft. suite & 1,430 sq. ft. suite. Ample parking. Call 734 455-7373 for info

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734-722-4700 Auburn Hills 1 & 2 bedroom townhouses availabie. Based on household size & income. Starting at $472.To list some ammenities. Private entrance, full bsmt., dishwasher, c/a, daycare center. Countryside Townhouses (248) 373-8359 Birmingham - 1 bedroom apt. Quiet setting. Concrete con-

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(N. on Tuck Rd. off 8 Mile between Middlebelt & Orchard Lake Rd., corner of Folsom} DELUXE ONE AND TWO BEDROOM UNITS FROM $625 ' LIMITED SPECIAL Includes appliances, vertical blinds, carpeting, pool, optional carports Model Open Daily 9-5 Rental Office: 248-478-1487 Home Office: 586-775-8206 FARMINGTON HILLS MAPLE RIDGE APTS. CALL FOR SPECIALS! 23078 Middlebelt. Spacious 1 bedroom. Cental air, carport availabie. $560. 248-473-5180 Farmington Hiils SUPER LOCATION Grand River/Orchard Lake STONERIDGE MANOR APARTMENTS Enter off Freedom Road, W. of Orchard Lake Road, South of Grand River Deluxe 1 Bedroom sub-level From $550/Mo. Includes: Carpeting, vertical blinds, deluxe appliances Mon. - Fri. 9-4, Sat./Sun. by appointment Rental Office: 248/478-1437 K o m a Office:

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FARMiNGTON HILLS: Heat Included! 1 bedroom $505. Appliances, carpeting. 9 Mile/Middlebelt 248-478-7489 FARMINGTON HILLS River Valley Apts, 2 bed, starting at FARMINGTON MANOR APTS. $695/mo. 1000 SQ. ft., secured Deluxe studio & 1 bedroom, building, central heat/air, car- carport. 1ST 3 MONTH'S RENT 50% OFF! (With approved port.. 248-473-0035 credit). 248-888-0868

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GARDEN CITY - 1 bed. New paint, carpet, appliances. Heat incld, air. Laundry. $545/mo. 734-459-1160 GARDEN CITY: 1 bed, newly decorated, appliances, heat & water, $535 +deposit. 734-261-6863, 734-464-3847 LIVONIA Minutes from i-96! 1 & 2 bedrooms. Up to 1 Month Free! Covered parking, pets welcome, extra storage, 24-hr. fitness center, pool. Call today (888) 547-5828 or visit us at www. woodridgeapartments.com. LIVONIA - 5 Mile/Middlebelt 2 bedroom - 1050 sq. ft., private entry. Washer/dryer hookup, balcony/patio, central air/ heat. $715/mo. 248-521-1978 LIVONIA CURTIS CREEK APTS Farmington Rd. - 6 1/2 Mile Private entrances, washer/ dryer. Pets. Lease specials. From $715. 248-473-0365 Livonia One of Livonia's finest apartments at competitive prices

CANTERBURY PARK APTS. 19400 Mayfield off Seven Mile Rd.between Farmington & Merriman, behind Joe's Produce) LIMITED WINTER SPECIAL 1 BEDROOM 2 BEDROOM includes full washer & dryer in each apartment. Community room, patio or balcony, deluxe appliances, optional carport 248-473-3983 586-775-8206 Livonia's Finest Location

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PLYMOUTH 1 bedroom apt. Near downtown, $580/mo. Includes heat, (plus security) Call: (734) 455-2635 Plymouth

$99 DEPOSIT One Free Rent,

Call (248) 347-1690 Novi Rd., north of 8 Mile

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PLYMOUTH - 1 Bedroom, living room, kitchen &. utensils, washer/dryer, utilities incl. 734-416-5100 TROY Somerset. 2 bedroom, heat, cable, patio, gym, 2 mos. sublet from Feb. 16. $950/mo. (248) 637-2861

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Near 14 Mile & Crooks. Spacious 2 bedroom, 1 • 1/2 baths, features private entrance & yard, carport, basement, central air & neutral decor. Only $895.1 cat OK with fee. MOVE IN RENT FREE UNTIL APRIL 1,2004. EHO THE BENEICKE GROUP (248) 642CLAWSON/TROY AREA Central air, laundry facilities, Immediate Occupancy. Loftlike with private entrance. 248 884 2270 DOWNTOWN BIRMINGHAM CONDO on the river, 2 bedroom, fireplace, Maple & Old Woodward. $1500/mo. inc. utilities. 248-622-3421

Bloomfield Hills CONDO FOR RENT! 2 bedroom, 2 bath in great condition. 1st floor unit. Newer (1 yr.) appliances, carpet, flooring and windows. Walk to shopping. Rent includes heat, water, carport, storage & pool. No pets or smokers. 1 year minimum rental. $1200/mo. ECH-OILON. Call (248) 646-1400

PLYMOUTH 2 bedroom townhouse, appliances, fully carpeted, basement, carport, $695/mo. 734-459-0680

BEVERLY HILLS - Ranch, C/A, appliances, garage, deck, pets OK. $875/mo. Small-charge RENTAL PROS 248-373-RENT

ROYAL OAK SKY LOFT PREMIUM UNIT. 4th floor facin East. 1-2 bed., 2 bat w/upgraded kitchen, large balcony accessed from master bed. or living room, extra storage, garage parking, gym on site. $2700. Call agent, (248) 766-0925

Beverly Hills / Birmingham schools. Updated 3 bed., 1.5 bath, basement & garage $1,450. (248) 868-7000

WEST BLOOMFIELD Pond view, like new, 2000 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 3 bath ranch w/finished walkout. 2 New kitchens, family room, 2 car attached. $1700/month. Agent/Owner 734-718-6779 248-407-3400

BIRMINGHAM 2 bedroom, appliances, fireplace, hardwood floors, garage. NO PETS. $1000/mo. 810-614-4379 CANTON - 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, air, appliances. $800/mo. Non smoking, no pets. 734-429-5363 CANTON: 1628 Brookiine. 3 bed, 1.5 bath, a/c, full bsmt, $890/mo. No pets. Available Feb. 14.1 mo. rent for securitydeposit. {734) 981-1209 CANTON: 2 bed, 1.5 bath, appliances. No pets. $760/mo. Diane, days. 313-843-5900 Eves/wkends: ^48-477-0585 Walled Lake: New lakefront duplex. 2 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage, all appliances including washer/dryer. Fireplace. $1695. 248-203-2626 WAYNE 2 bed upstairs, living, dining room, kitchen down. Electric, heat additional. No pets. $550/mo. 734-459-1790 WESTLAND 3 bed, 1.5 baths, new paint. Fenced yard. No pets. Immediate $630/mo. + security. 734-326-7184

WESTLAND Newer 3 bed, 2.5 baths, bsmt, garage, fireplace, $1250/mo. Paul. 734-207-2250 WESTLAND • 2 Bedroom, full basement. New furnace/air. Ultra clean, move right in. From $645/mo. Ask about our special. 734-721-8111 YPSILANTI: 2 bed, appliances. No pets. $650/mo. Diane, days. 313-843-5900 Eves/wkends: 248-477-0585

DUPLEX WHITMORE LAKE Very Clean! 2 Bedroom, 1 1 / 2 baths, garage, basement. Large yard & deck. All appliances. Excellent location in quiet residential area. Possible rent to own. 31075/month plus security deposit.

(810)632-5335 FARMINGTON 1 bedroom, heat included, reserved parking, immediate occupancy, $700/mo. 248-661-4639 FARMINGTON HILLS - .12 & Orchard. Great 1 bedroom, A/C, all appliances, washer & dryer in-unit, carport, balcony, pool, tennis. No smoking. No pets. Owner is agent. $675/mo. 248-538-8815 Farmington Hills

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FARMINGTON HILLS LUXURY CONDO 14 Miie at Orchard Lake Road 2500 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, all appliances including washer & dryer. Garage parking. $1755 per month. Call: (248) 585-0800 LIVONIA Luxury 3 bedroom townhouse, $1300/mo. No pets. Call (248) 477-0189 LIVONIA 1,000 sq. ft., 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath, A/C, carport, washer, dryer, water included, $825/mo. 313-363-5400

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BIRMINGHAM ONE STOP SHOPPING See our ad under Apartments for Rent-Birmingham. The Beneicke Group (248) 642-8686

CANTON- Nice 2 bedroom (big master), 1.5 bath, washer/dryer, air, patio, pool, bsmt, carport. Pet. 517-655-2753

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BIRMINGHAM - 1 bedroom, open floor plan, oak floors, $695/mo. All utilities. Pets Negotiable. Month of Feb. $500 (248) 321-9445

CANTON Condo 2 Br.s, bath, Central air, Laundry facilities, No pets, Immediate Occupancy. Nice and quiet location (Warren & Sheldon). $800 plus security deposit. 734-453-5550

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Auburn Hills • Be the first to live in this BRAND NEW 2 bed., 2 bath condominium if Forrester Square. Approximately 1,100sq.ft., attached 1 car garage. Maintenance free living with FREE health club, pool and spa. Located, minutes from CTC and Automation Alley at Adams and M-59. $1,295 per month. Call Dennis at 248-613-5074

NORTHVILLE -Northridge Manor condo, 2 bed, 2 bath, 1200 sq. ft. All updated with carport. $895/mo. + 11/2 mo. sec. dep/ 313-581-7488. NORTHVILLE 2 Bedroom 2 full bath, living, dining & utilitllty room w/washer & dryer, carport. $875/mo. Call after 6pm. 248-348-6541 Plymouth - 2 bedroom, lower unit, pool, carport, laundry, storage, heat inci.$695/mo. Avail now! (734) 522-8957

BIRMINGHAM - Spotless 2 bedroom lower. C/A, hardwoods. 14/Woodward. $900+ security. 248-643-0427 DEARBORN 2 bedroom upper, den, private basement, newer kitchen. $650/mo. 734-462-4057 FERNDALE - Renovated 2 bed.

BIRMINGHAM charmer. 4 bedrooms. Remodeled master w/garden tub. fenced yard w/play area. 1 year lease. $2,650/mo. Call Vicki, Max Broock Realtors, (248) 625-9300 (60RIV) BIRMINGHAM-2 bed, 1 bath, bsmt, washer/dryer, garage, close to schools, available now. $800. 313-820-0888

DEARBORN HEIGHTS: Cute 2 bedroom ranch, bsmt, a/c, option to buy available. $650. 248-788-1823

BIRMINGHAM - ATTRACTIVE 3 bed, 2 full bath, c/a, appliances, garage, 1 yr minimum, no pets. Avail, now. $1200. 248-225-3747, 248-613-2265 BIRMINGHAM-1244 Emmons 3 bedroom ranch, 2 car garage, fenced yard, central air. $1150/mo. MOVE IN RENT FREE UNTIL APRIL 1, 2004. EHO The Beneicke Group 248-642-8686 BIRMINGHAM-FURNISHED 3 bed, 2 baths, bright kitchen, very clean. Pics on Web. $1500/mo. 248-361-7911 BLOOMFIELD HILLS Condo 2 Bed, 1 Master Bed./prlvate bath, 2 baths, carport, central air, laundry facilities, clubhouse. No pets! Basement, pool. Immediate Occupancy. Very Large, Quiet, Unfurnished with balcony on 2nd floor, short/long term leases. $1000/mo. 248-740-9836 BLOOMFIELD HILLS very modern 3 bedroom ranch, 1.5 baths, 2 car attached garage, fireplace, c/a, and more. $1500/mo. (248) 703-4809 BLOOMFIELD HILLS - 2 bed home, appliances, air, carport, fenced, $750/mo Small charge RENTAL PROS 248-373-RENT BLOOMFIELD HILLS- 2 Possible 3 bed, nice yard, clean, new carpet, appliances, garage. $950/mo. 248-425-7008 BLOOMFIELD TWP - Quarton 8i Inkster. Completely remodeled. New kitchen, 2 new baths, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, 2 car attached garage, C/A, iarge deck overlooking pond. 1 acre. Pets ok. $2200/mo. (248} 205-1600 CANTON - 720 Scottsdale. 2300 sq.ft. brick colonial. 4

CANTON 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, ail appliances, attached garage, deck, fenced yard, $1450/month. 734-981-6592 CANTON (Outskirts) 1600 sq. ft. home w/additional 1200 sq. ft. finished bsmt. C A , all appliances, 2 bedrooms up, 1 bed down, 1 bath, 2 fireplaces. Like new inside, many updates. Sits on 2 acres. $995/mo. (734) 480-1432 CANTON - 3 Bed., bsmt, 2 1 / 2 car garage, fenced yard, close to elementary school. Call Tree Frog Inv. 517-546-1814 (EC3)

PLYMOUTH: 800 sq. ft. 1 bed upper, incl heat, water, new carpet. No smoking, no pets. $625 + sec. 734-453-0975

CANTON - LOVELY COLONIAL 2.5 baths, family room with fireplace. Updates include: carpet, kitchen counter, furnace, air, roof & dishwasher. 1st floor laundry. $1,900/mo. JANIE DARWISH 313-608-2838 or 734-464-6400 x214 Century 21 Hartford South

PLYMOUTH: j.arge 2 bed lower, basement, appliances, water, walk to town, $795. 248-437-8741

Canton- 4 Bed., 2.5 bath, 2091 sq.ft., appliances, bsmt, 2 car, air. $170G/mo. D&H Properties248-737-4002

ROYAL OAK-Near Town! One Month FREE RENT! Amazing two story upper flat brick Tudor! Nice 3 bedrooms, 1,500+ sq. ft. A/C, stone fireplace, garage & wood floors. $1,195 Call 248-390-6453

Canton- 4 Bed., 2.5 bath, 2700 sq.ft., appliances, 3 car, air, gas logs. $2300/mo. D&H Propertles248-737-4002

PLYMOUTH - OOWNTOWN Beautifully remodeled - large 1 bed upper, $750/mo. incl utilities/cable. 734-414-0418

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NORTHVILLE /Schools, 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 1900 sq. ft. on 5 acres. 9/Napier.$1190/mo. (248) 613-3752 Northville- 4 bed, 2.5 bath, family room, library, 2784 sq.ft., 2 car, air. $2100/mo, D&H Propertles248-737-4002 Northville- Custom 4 bed., 2.5 bath, library, gas fireplace, appliances 3 car, alr$3200/mo D&H Properties248-737-4002

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FARMINGTON HILLS - 3 bed, appliances, garage, option to buy. $950/mo. Small charge RENTAL PROS 248-356-RENT

PLYMOUTH 2 bedroom, 1000 sq. ft. newly decorated, (734) 658-3066

GARDEN CITY Very cozy 2 bed ranch, Appliances. $850/mo. 734-941-8051

Plymouth - Perfect condition 3 - 4 bed, 1.5 bath, living, family & dining rooms, 2.5 car garage. $1300.734-981-4785

GARDEN CITY 3 bed., brick ranch, Complete remodeled, b s m t , fenced yard. No pets. $900+ security. 248-661-9062

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PLYMOUTH TWP: 3bedroom, 1 bath ranch. Attached garage. Fenced yard. $1195/mo. 248-735-5464 Plymouth, Canton, Livonia LEASE W/ OPTION TO BUY Bankrupsty, bad credit/ divorce okay. Clean. Appliances. Monthly payment $950-$1800/mo. I CAN HELP YOU! You can do something!! Call now. 734-751-7400, Ask for Al, Re/Max 100.

HOWELL • Crooked Lakefront. 3 br„ fireplace, Avail. Now! 1st. $1400/mo. + Month & 1/2 security. (517) 545-8403 INKSTER Remodeled 3 bedroom ranch, basement, 2.5 car garage, option to buy, $650. 248-788-1823 INKSTER • 3 bed, fenced, Section 8 ok. $600/mo. Small charge RENTAL PROS 734-513-RENT

Plymouth- 3 Bed. ranch, 2 bath, family room, appliances, brick patio, 2 car. $150G/mo. D&H Properties248-737-4002

INKSTER: 3 bed, 1 bath, partially finished bsmt. 248-348-5100 #704 RiCHTER & ASSOC. www.Hcliterassoc.com

Plymouth- 4 Bed. colonial, 2761 sq.ft., 3 car, 2,5 bath, jacuzzi tub, appliances. $2500/mo. D&H Properties248-737-4002

LEASE WITH OPTION TO BUY Programs Available. Ali areas. (248) 615-4858

PLYMOUTH: 1600 sqft, 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 living rooms, garage, Rent w/option. $1395/mo. 734-455-0993, 734-262-5500

LIVONIA 3 Bed ranch w/sunporch. 2.5 car garage. All appliances. $1150. Renter pays utilities. 248-427-0192

REDFORD 3 Bed., brick, 1.5 bath, garage, section 8 welcomed. non-smoking, no pets $1195/mo. (734) 420-6952

LIVONIA 3 bedroom ranch, nice neighborhood, all appliances, finished bsmt, 2.5 car garage, 1 mo. + sec. deposit, $1200/month. 313-215-2612

REOFORO 2 bedroom, finished basement, very clean, $800/mo. Call for details. (313) 522-5057

LIVONIA 3 bedroom, 2 bath, finished basement, no-smoking. $1300/mo. 517-467-7383

REDFORD 3 bed, 1 bath home in Redford Union School District. Washer/dryer incl. $895+utilities. 248-615-9206

LIVONIA - Appliances, fenced for pets, dining room, $700/mo. Small charge RENTAL PROS 734-513-RENT

REDFORD 3 Bedroom bungalow, bsmt., lot and a half. Attached garage, $1100. (313) 550-0790

LIVONIA- 1650 sq. ft 3 bed tri levei, $1199 or 3 bed ranch, $1050. Call for details. No pets. 248-514-2612.

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LIVONIA 2 bedroom, large yard, carpet, appliances, pets considered, great starter home. $650/mo 248-888-7321 LIVONIA 2 bed barn, open land,& loft, Woods. $635/$685+ util. Appliances, pet fee, 248 356-7719

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NOVI -2 bedroom townhouse, $750. New ktichen, appliances, garage. 39766 Village Wood Circle, N. of 9 Mile & Haggerty. Re/Max Classic 248-476-6498

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BIRMINGHAM Ciean 2 bedroom, partially finished basement, A/C, all appliances. $900/mo. Open Sun 4:00-5:30 Tues. 6-7:30 1383 E. 14 Mile (248) 792-2772

Grosse Pointe: Elegant 1st floor. Vz blk. from city park, walk to village & hill. 3 bed, 2 full bath. 15 min. to downtown. $1350. 313-882-8383

PLYMOUTH • 3 bed lower flat, garage, all appliances, heat incl., air. Available March 1 or sooner. No pets no smoking. $950/mo 248-960-9393

COMMERCE TWP. Commerce lakefront w/super southern exposure & nice sandy beach. 3 bed. contemporary on 100' of waterfront. Fireplace, air, decks, sky-lites, heated 2 car attached plus 2nd garage. Super area. $2,500. r AL VAN ACKER, RE/MAX in the Hills (248) 646-5000

DEARBORN - Ranch, bsmt, garage, fenced. $700/mo. Small charge RENTAL PROS 734-513-RENT

bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, family room. 2 car attached garage. Fenced. Appliances. Shed. $1695. Available Feb. 16th, Shown by appt. Office: 248-593-0064 Mobile: 313-920-5966

PLYMOUTH Gorgeous -2 bed lower flat, all updated, $825/mo. 734-462-4057

COMMERCE -Wailed Lake Schools. Lake View 3 bedroom, 2 car garage, very clean $900/mo. Call Todd Smith, Re/Max Classic 248-449-6263

BIRMINGHAM 3 Bed, 2 full bath, partially finished b s m t , 2 car garage, big fenced yard. $1750/1710. (248) 224-4380

lower in great area. Fireplace, c.a., screened room, washer & dryer, garage, nice yard. Walk to downtown, too much to mention. A MUST SEE! $865 + utilities. (248) 548-5946

MADISON HEIGHTS 2 bedroom lower, heat, water, appliances. Laundry, garage & yard. $700/mo + deposit. Section 8 OK. 248-544-2387

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WESTLAND new carpet/paint. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, bsmt., garage, & more. $985/mo.+ security. (734) 425-9225

WESTLAND - Ranch, appliances, fenced for pets. $700/mo. Small charge RENTAL PROS 734-513-RENT

WESTLAND 3 Bed., 1.5 bath ranch. Appliances incl, finished bsmt., Livonia schools. $1000. 734-578-2963

WESTLAND • Ranch, fenced for pets, option to buy. S695/mo. Small charge RENTAL PROS 734-513-RENT

Westland Remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath brick, fuil bsmt, 2 1/2 car. $1200/mo„ Must option to buy. 734-721-1564

WESTLAND- 2 homes. Very nice. 2 & 3 bed from $675/mo. Also Dearborn apt. avail. 248-974-7188.

WESTLAND very nice 2 bedroom, ail appliances, $1050. Section 8 welcome. Deposit negotiable. 734-513-6756

WESTLANO-WARREN & HIX AREA 2/3 Bed, 1 bath, 3.5 c garage, on 1/2 acre, S875/mo. Lease with option to buy .(734) 266-1874

WESTLAND Wayne Rd & Cherry Hill area. 3 bed brick ranch, garage, stove & refrigerator. Avail. Now! $950/mo. + security. (734) 455-7043

WESTLAND: (GlenwoodVenoy) now Avail. Nice 2 bed ranch, air, carpet, fence, fridge, $750/mo. 313-418-9905

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NORTHVILLE or PLYMOUTH Downtown. Furnished sleeping rooms. Newly decorated. $80 weekly. Security deposit. (734) 455-2010 REDFORD Beech Daly/Plymouth. Furnished sleeping room w/cable TV. $110 moves you in!. 248-477-5726; 248-866-2152

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Canton Township is accepting AUTO TECHNICIANS applications for the position of CRESTWOOD DODGE Aquatic Center Coordinator. Must be at least 18 yrs of age (734) 421-5700 with previous supervisory Automotive Parts Warehouse experience. Currently certified or abillity to secure Looking for experienced certifications. Ability to work Counter Person with computdays, evenings,-weekends and er & accounting skills. Call Dave: 313-273-5023 holidays or flexible schedule. Ability to work days, evenings, AUTOMOTIVE TECH weekends and holidays or Livonia Shell Station, owned flexible schedule (10-25 33 years. Need 1 head tech, hrs/wk) Applications, can be certified, light, heavy, drivepicked up at the Canton ability, etc. Exc. pay plus uniTownship Human Resources forms, vacations. Division 1150 S. Canton Call Jeff: (734) 464-3322 Center Rd., Canton, Ml 48188. An application form is also BRUNSWICK BOWLING available on the Canton MECHANIC Township website at Nights & weekends apply in www.canton-mi.org. Ail person. 36900 Michigan Ave. applicants must complete a Wayne, Ml. (734) 721-7530 Canton Township application form in its entirety and be BUILDING received by Canton Township MAINTENANCE/ Human Resources prior to GROUNDS KEEPER 4pm., February 13, 2004. The Charter Township of Canton We are looking for a does not discriminate on the professional candidate with basis of race, color, national experience in facilities and origin, sex. religion, age or grounds maintenance disability in e m p l o y m e n t o r (preferable commercial), the provision cf services. .An Equal Opportunity Employer. ATTENTION PET LOVERS!

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Mercedes Benz of Novi Corner of Grand River & Haggerty 243-426-9500 AUTO DETAILER/MISC. Motivated, selfstarter person, w/valid driver licence for parttime position. Must be flexible to work days, nights & weekends. Call 734-564-3809 AUTO INSTALLER /After market/alarm & remote start. Toledo/Metro area. Exp. only. Fax: 586-446-0020 AUTO PARTS COUNTER SALES CRESTWOOD DODGE

(734) 421-5700 AUTO PORTER Clean driving record w/valid driver's license required. Apply in person at Accurate Collision 12375 Merriman Rd., Livonia

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CLEANING ROOM SUPERVISOR Experience in grinding, welding, finishing of metal castings and supervision. Foundry operations experience preferred. Responsible for process controls per ISO 9001:2000 quality system requirements. Send resume to Human Resources, P.O. Sox 767, Novi, Ml 48376-0767 or fax resume to (248) 349-0244

CARPENTERS & LABORERS WANTED (734) 261-8291 CARPENTERS/ REMODELERS, MULTI-SKILLED S25-30/HR.

Collector - Experienced. Part time. Send resume: 8BCU, attn Jon Cucksey, 576 E. Lincoln, Birmingham, Ml 48009.

Experienced craftsmen needed for small to medium home repairs, skilled in the following:

COMPANY DRIVERS/ OWNER OPERATORS Semi experience, flat bed. CDL qualified for OTR. Competitive wage & benefits. Call 734-326-6900. Fax 734-326-7220

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LABORER TOLL BROTHERS, INC., America's Leading Luxury Home Builder, is seeking a Laborer for one of our new communities in Novi. Must have own transportation & valid driver's license. Please call 248-449-6889 or fax letter of interest to 248-932-0647.

CARPET INSTALLERS Carpet crews needed to service builders new construction projects. Must have minimum of 5 yrs. exp., comp & liability insurance. Contact Tim Mackey. 248-353-4050, Ext. 3086 or e-mail mfO'S-'risme rfioors.com CARPET

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COST ACCOUNTANT 100+ million dollar automotive manufacturing Co looking for full charge Cost Accountant. Must have repetitive, integrated manufacturing experience, automotive a plus. Bachelors degree in Accounting. Must be willing to spend up to 50% of time on m a n u f a c t u r i n g floor. Please

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Child Care, School for Farmington . .. Part-time Site Director/Assistant positions. $7-$9.19/hr. 248-553-4020

Counter Help Part time for dry cleaners, 14 Mile & Haggerty area. Call Marie, 248-245-4962

CHRISTIAN ED DIRECTOR & Junior High Leader. 2 Part time positions. Novi church. Fax 248-349-5716

Counter Help Part time for dry cleaners, 14 Mile & Haggerty area. Call Marie, 248-245-4962

CITY OF WESTLAND ACCOUNTANT II The city of Westland is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Accountant II in the City's Finance Department, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, five years of municipal accounting or auditing experience and a CPA are preferred. The salary range for this position is $38,000 to $42,224. Applications are available at the Westland Personnel Department, 36601 Ford Road, Westland. Mi. 48185. All applications must be received by the City of Westland no later than February 27, 2004.

CURRENTLY HIRING Tool & Die Setters Quality Control Inspector in the area of Romulus Salary depends on experience. Temp to hire. Apply in Person 8:30-11:30 AM: or call CORPORATE EMPLOYEE . SERVICES 7878 Telegraph Road, Taylor (S. of I-94) (313) 299-9825 Bring 2 pes. of ID Drug testing is mandatory

American Blinds, Wallpaper & More has part-time afternoon and evening positions available for inbound telesales reps in our Plymouth location. No Cold Calling, Our Customers Call Us! We offer a wage guarantee, paid training, advancement opportunities & business casual attire.

CLEANER/JANITOR $7.50- S8.00/hr. PT„ M-F. Plymouth & Canton areas. 5:30-9:30 p.m. 734-283-6934

CLEANING POSITIONS Part time positions available immediately in the Plymouth area. Must have own transportation. Experience helpful but not necessary. Two openings, 12 or 14.5 hours per week, evenings, interviews will be held on Tuesday 2/10/04, from' 10:00 am to 4:00 p.m. at the: Quality Inn (service drive just W. of I-275, next to Don Massey Auto Dealer), 40455 Ann Arbor Road, Plymouth, Ml 48170. METROPOLITAN BUILDING MAINTENANCE

DIRECTOR CHILD CARE CENTER Applicants must possess a Bachelor Degree with a minimum of 12 college credits in early childhood development. Must have 4 years supervisory management/administrative experience working w i t h children and a valid M l d r i v e r ' s license. Slue C r o s s

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Recruiting and Research Consultants

Located in Livonia, MI Qualigence, Inc. is a leading recruitment research and executive search firm -serving corporations around the globe in all industries. Due to the ongoing demand for our . services, Qualigence, Inc. seeks both experienced and entry level search and research consultants to compliment our current staff. These are all professional positions that include a competitive salary and benefits package.

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Hampton Inn-Northville, Ml 2060C Haggerty Road

Direct Care: Positions available f o r k i n g with people in their homes; competitive pay & benefits; all shifts; paid training, great people, meaningful work. 734-728-4201

734.462-1119 Directions: i-275 to Exit 167 18 Mile Rdl Hotel is located on Southwest corner of Exit 167.. Call today for m o r e information.

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DRIVER NEEDED Part to Full time, driving individuals with disabilities. Must' have chauffeurs license. Apply' in person Mon-Fri. Broe. Rehab, 33634 W. Eight Mile Rd., Farmington Hills.

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Spectrum Community Services 28303 Joy Road Westland, Ml 48185 Fax: (734) 513-1110.

Fax resumes to 734-641 4376 or maii w/employmenthistory & salary r e q u i r e ^ ments to: Nancy Balding Rush Trucking, P.O. Box* 1011, Wayne, Ml 48184* No calls, please. «

DISPATCHER/SECRETARY Must have experience. Fast paced trucking co. Must be well organized & detail oriented with outgoing personality. Fax resume to 248-684-2137 DRIVER Building Materials in Livonia. Class B. Send resume to: 30643 Schoolcraft Rd., Livonia, Ml 48150.

DRIVER full-time afternoon shift, Detroit Bio Medical Lab, 23955 Freeway Park Dr, 10 Mile/Grandriver area, 1 block south of the Holiday Inn. Apply in person. DRIVER newspaper route. Top pay. Regular day off. No customer contact. 248-668-0753

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Direct Care - Management Positions: Supported Living Specialists needed in Western Wayne County; work with two people in their own home; provide support according to the agreed upon services; train and supervise other workers; schedule support workers, as needed; complete and maintain required records; $8.70 per hour to start plus benefits. Call 734-728-4201 mention "Specialist" position.

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One doctor, upscale office, great hours. Must want to treat patients like a star. Warm family environment. Prefer experience. Leave message: 248-932-5653.

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CLEANER NEEDED From 12pm-5pm Mon-Fri. in the Wayne area. Call (734) 479-0550, ext. 910.

CLEANERS WANTED For Plymouth housekeeping co. S10/hr. Mon.-Fri., 8am5pm. Car req. 734-455-4570

Dental Assistant

DIRECT CARE STAFF $7.70-$8.20 wages/benefits. Call and leave message at 313-255-6295

Construction

Immediate Pay Call Mrs. Arthur Mon. 9-12 noon 734-522-2027

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CALL ANN at 734-805-3612

AUTO PORTER Large Westside Ford dealer looking for the right individual. We offer exc. pay plan & benefit package, Blue Cross, dental, prescription, vision, matching 401K, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and a five day work week. Great driving record a must. Apply In person only to: Steve Shipley at Pat Milliken Ford ELC LLC, 9600 Telegraph, Redford.

Local Delivery Driver Qualified drivers will load / unload truck and deliver products to LOCAL customers in various medical facilities while exposed to the elements. This position is extremely fast paced requiring continuous physical activity to push / pull 150 lbs. or more. Candidates must have excellent customer service skills, a clean driving record and be at least 21 years old. Class B CDL with the Ypsilanti / A n n Arbor area a plus. Excellent benefits package including medical/dental after 30 days, 1 week of vacation after 6 months, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and a 401 (K) plan with employer match. Applicants must Include salary requirements and reference Michigan Driver Position when submitting resumes to [email protected] or faxing (770) 931-2735. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V. Visit our website at www.lifegas.com to find out more about our company.

Advertise your product or service to 13 million households in North America's best suburbs by placing your classified ad in 800 suburban newspapers just like this one. Only $895 for a 25word ad. one phone call, one invoice, one payment Call the Suburban Classified Advertising Network fax-ondemand service at 800*3562 0 6 1 or 3 1 2 - 6 4 4 - 6 6 1 0 x4731tospeak with a sales coordinator.

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WESTLAND-RENT TO OWN ' 3 bed, 1.5 bath, bsmt.,; garage. $1100/mo. 877-536-7459 ext.4242<

SOUTHFIELD Share a home, all utilities, non-smoking, $300-$400/mo. Call David, 248-557-0284 / 248-559-1726

48 yr. old male college student would like small apt or room in exchange for part-time handyman/janitorial services or care of homebound invalid. Call Leonard, (248) 789-5090.

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1-275 exposure. Offices from! 168-2,700 sq.ft. mo. to mo.J leases available. -; JA Bioch & Co/Gach Realty • (248) 559-7430 ;

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Owner Operators & . Fleet Owners Wanted Daily Dedicated runs available in your area. " Earn $1,700 to $2,500/week •Paid Weekly •Fuel card - Discount fuel •* • 53' Trailers Provided , • Miles paid to orientation SIGN-ON and RECEIVE a $5,000 BONUS Must Own Your Own TractorCall 1-900-447-5173 ' Ext. 5426 * DRIVER/VENDING ROUTE v Exp'd. Medical, prescription)! 401K, etc. Must have gootfj driving record. 734-207-8368.1

DRIVERS Tow truck experience required. Need to know Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor area. Must pass drug test & have good driving record. Fax resume to: 734-485-4950 or call 734-485-2055. Drivers

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Fuil time, afternoon shift, knowledge hanging production/ proio type work, good people skills. Great benefits. Apply PO Box 531117, Livonia, 48152 EARN $ 1 , 0 0 0 - 5 3 , 5 0 0 WEEK-

LY Answering Surveys Online $25.00 per survey! FREE registration! Guaranteed paychecks! Mystery shoppers needed! $57.00/hour shopping! FREE Government grants! $12,000-5500,000! Everyone qualified! www.RealCashPrograms.com I Electronics Technician Electronic Safety Systems Co. seeks highly motivated person for technical sales/support at ^estiand facility. Must possess knowledge of electrical Circuit diagrams & ladder logic. Exp. a plus, but not required. local travel required. Starting salary $30,000-840,000. Performance incentives, + car allowance. Benefits. Fax resume to Mr. James at: 734-467-7311 Entry Level

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All schedules available! Conditions apply, must be 18. * Call (734) 522-4140 ' workforstudents.com j /ENVIRONMENTAL t h e Senior Environmental Employee Program is seeking an energetic individual to fill a technical Support Specialist position at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. National Vehicle and Fuels Emission!Laboratory in Ann Arbor. The incumbent will serve as administrative mgr. to the Clean School Bus USA program. This Is a highly visible, national initiative to reduce pollution from school buses. Duties will Include: preparing information materials arid responding to public inquiries, assisting with research and information gathering, maintaining contact lists and p r o g r a m records, preparing travel and meeting arrangements, and other adm i n i s t r a t i v e activities. A p p -

licant must be detail oriented, organized and able to work in a team environment;""Requ ired: Must be 55 yrs or older; must be proficient in computer skills such as Microsoft Word and spreadsheet and database aapplications. Background in customer service highly desirable. Benefits: $9.56 per hr. for 30-40 hrs per week; 3 weeks paid vacation, 2 weeks sick leave, 10 federal holidays, excellent working conditions. Send resume to: Mary Reilly, SEE Program Field Officer, Senior Health Building, P.O. Box 995, Ann Arbor, Ml 48106.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Farmington Hills corporate headquarters office has a dynamic opportunity for an Executive Assistant to the President with a minimum of 3-5 yrs exp. Creative tetter writing & shorthand or speedwriting are required. Must be a take-charge person,- extremely professional, and capable of making decisions. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel & exp. With travel arrangements a ijuist. We offer an exc. salary, fuil benefit package, pleasant work environment. Please fax resumes to 248-324-1502 EOE EXP. HI-LO DRIVER For shipping & receiving, good people skills, great benefits. Apply PO Box 531117, Livonia, 48152 EXPERIENCE THE ERICKSON DIFFERENCE! Fox Run, one of Erickson's premier life care retirement communities located in Novi, Ml has an exciting opportunity for you! HVAC Mechanic Successful candidate will be responsible for -.maintenance of all. heating, cooling, and ventilations systems, Inspects and monitors safety of equipment, and is on-cail for emergencies. High School diploma or GEO, 1-3 years experience in HVAC maintenance, and current EPA certification to handle refrigerants is required. Maintenance Mechanic Successful candidate will •perform routine and emergency repairs throughout the community. Candidate will be expected to work a reasonable amount of on-call overtime as necessary to respond to emergency calls. High School diploma or GED, 1-2 years maintenance experience, rand HVAC knowledge are : required. • Send resume and cover letter mail to; ^4 Fox Run • 41100 Fox Run Rd., Novi, Ml 48377, or fax to (248) 668-8770. You can also visit our website at www.foxrunvillage.com EOE

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FAMILY SERVICE COUNSELOR Local Funeral Home is looking for a mature, professional, and gregarious individual to assist families in making funeral prearrangements. Candidates must possess a true desire to help others and be a good listener. Possession of a limited life insurance license preferred. For more Info call Don at: 734-591-3700 FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN No Exp. necessary. Electrical and mechanical knowledge. Will train. Benefits. (734) 207-8368 FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN TRAINEE For air filtration & manufacturing company.Mechanical & electrical aptitude required. Will train entry level responsible person. Clean driving record & medical check required. Regional territory Ml, IN & OH. Salary, benefits & vehicle provided. Send resume to: Clean Air Technology, inc. 41105 Capital, Canton Ml

FIRE SPRINKLER/ PIPE FITTER Full Time. Immediate opening. Exp 4-5 yrs. Benefits in 6 mo. Valid drivers license. 313-255-0055. FLIGHTUNE WORKERS NEEDED No experience necessary. We train qualified applicants. High school diploma graduates to age 34. Travel & relocation plus good pay & benefits. Openings limited. Call Monday - Friday, between 8am-4pm. 1-800-371-7456 GENERAL LA80RERER/ DELIVERY DRIVER Valid driver's license required. (313) 534-8034 GOVERNMENT JDBS Earn $12-848.00 an hour. Full benefits, paid training on Homeland Security, Law enforcement, Wildlife, Clerical, Administrative & more. 1-800-320-9353 ext. 2200

GROUNDS PERSON Full time position for person who enjoys working outdoors. Must be motivated, detail oriented, able to work with little supervision and reliable. Some weekends required. Does not include snow removal or lawn cutting. Previous experience a plus. Excellent wages & benefits. Fax resume to 734-455-1159 HAIR CARE John Ryan Associates needs friendly, outgoing stylists to service our growing clientele in Farmington, Warren & Livonia. Call 1-800-552-4870 HAIR .STYLIST Progressive Bloomfield Salon. Rental o r c o m m i s s i o n . Paid vacations.

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HAIR STYLISTS Canton area. 7 0 % paid on booth rental & c o m m i s s i o n w i t h clientele only. (313) 7 2 9 - 1 4 2 0

HAIRSTYLiST/NAiL TECH Booth rental In Westland salon. Call Paula, 734-721-1957 734-595-4340

VtJobs and Careers HOUSEKEEPING/ JANITORIAL 7 POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN PLYMOUTH Full-time, 2nd Shift Part-time, 1st & 2nd Shifts $9-$1Q Hr. General office or production site cleaning (that may include shoveling snow and cleaning men's locker rooms), and floor care specalist positions available. Apply Wed., 2/11/04,9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. For directions, call (734) 542-0598, or apply online at Env-Clean.com. ENVIRO-CLEAN Tri-Tecli Center 36929 Schoolcraft Road Livonia EOE

HVAC INSTALLATION TECH high school grad, 5 yrs exp. valid drivers license & leadership ability. Call 734-422-1600 or fax resume 734-422-1616 HVAC RESDENTIAL NEW CONSTRUCTION INSTALLERS Call (810) 632-9022 HVAC TECH &/or INSTALLER Must have 2 yrs. exp. Please fax resume to: (313) 341-9228

INTERIOR DESIGNER/ARCHITECT Draw & design furniture. Work with cool people. Build Houses - Live Well. If you are talented, experienced, savvy, professional, self motivated, very organized, extremely dedicated to the profession and are hard working I bet you will like the package. Forward resume to Human Resources, Oept #277, 330 East Maple, Birmingham, Ml 48009.

JAPANESE OFFICE Seeks FT office staff Degree, Japanese/ English fluency, PC knowledge Required. Please call 313-567-0120 ex. 217 JEWELER'S APPRENTICE Learn to set diamonds & repair jewelry. Professional training. Earn up to $20/hr. Start pay $8-$10/hr. Dale, 734-525-3200. JOIN OUR TEAM AT THE RADISSON KINGSLEY HOTEL Newly renovated Upscale Hotel for friendly outgoing people to join our team. Mow hiring for the following positions: * Front Desk Attendant - Full & Pari Time * Auditor • 3rd Shift * Sell Staff We offer great working environment along w/ competitive wages, meals, health insurance, 401K and paid holidays! Apply in person or send/ fax resume to:

HEALTHQUEST OF SOUTHFIELD - Will completely train you to help people and make a lot of money at events which are mostly weekend hours. $$$$ Send resume to: fax 248-569-7741 or phone 248-552-0510 email [email protected]

LABORER Experience in handling heavy steel plate & tabs. Hi-Lo driving required. Good pay, benefits, insurance. Redford Area 15720 Dale Detroit 313-833-5277 LABORERS & CONCRETE FINISHERS immediate positions availabie. (734) 459-0894

Hirinjj for 2004 Postal Positions $600-$1520/WEEKLY plus full federal benefits. Entry-professional level No experience necessary. Paid training/vacations. Green Card OK 1-866-317-0558 ext 805

LAND ACQUISITION Land development co. looking for sharp person, eager to learn. Must possess good computer skills incl Power point. Real estate &/or community planning exp. a plus. Administrative responsibilities incl. in job description. Email resume w/salary requirements: [email protected]

HOME SCHOOL TUTOR / ASSIST. Exp. preferred, familar with ADHD, 12-15 hrs. per week, mornings. Piymouth. 734-414-7702

LANDSCAPE FOREMAN (m/f) DESIGNER/SALESPERSON Excellent pay & benefits. EOE. Please call at GR Stasak Landscape, 734-425-3833

Hotel Mission Point Resort has fun & challenging positions availabie in their Farmington Hills Sales Office. RESERVATION AGENT Full and Part Time Positions available now through October, flexible hours (days & weekends). Heavy incoming calls, computer keyboard skills required, outgoing personality to make reservations for our beautiful Machinac. Island Resort. No hotel experience required. $8.25/hr. Please call 248-488-3200.

LEASING CONSULTANT full-time, for Dearborn Heights area apartment community. Experience required. Great opportunity for right person. Please call (313) 562-3988.

HOUSEKEEPING Full time days with benefits. Apply in person: Independence Village of Plymouth, 14707 Northville Rd. HOUSEKEEPING Full time Mon-Fri, part time Fri, Sat, Sun. $8 per hr. Apply at retirement community, Grand Court Farmington Hills, 36550 Grand River. No phone calls,

MAINTENANCE Full-time Westland apt complex a hardworking & reliable team player needed. Exp in general maintenance & grounds a must! Must have tools & reliable vehicle. Possibility to live on site for right candidate. Benefits avail & paid vacation after 1 yr. Fax resume to 734-261-1318. MAINTENANCE Woodland Glen Apts in Novi seeking full time person. Responsibilities: HVAC, electrical, snow removal. Willing to train the right person. Benefits include, health, dental, 401K, $10/hr. Fax resume: 248-3495425, or cali: 248-349-6612. MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Experienced maintenance supervisor for mid-size apt. community. Knowledge in all aspects of maintenance, including HVAC. Competitive salary and benefits. Live on site a must. Call (734) 729-5090 Fax (734) 729-8258

Agency experience in Auto/Homeowners, or Commercial Lines Fees Company Paid Ann Bell Personnel Bingham Farms, Mi 48025-4348 (248)540-3355 Fax 540-8165 [email protected]

RADISSON KINGSLEY HOTEL 39475 Woodward Ave. Bloomfield Kills, Ml Fax # 248-644-5449 EOE

HOUSEKEEPERS Fuli/part-time for American House Senior Living in Northville. Judy: 248-4491480

LOAN ORIGINATOR If you desire a higher income, are a self-starter & willing to learn, we have a great program for you. Free training & a great support team. 734-788-7010

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HAIRSTYLISTS & NAIL TECH Wanted For Livonia salon, booth rental, Cail Dawn. 248-476-9393

HIRING FOR 2004 POSTAL POSITIONS *$14.80$36.00+/HR. 'Federal hire with full benefits 'No experience necessary "Paid training and vacations *Green Card O.K. Call 1-866-317-0558 ext. 4001

LOAN OFFICERS & PROCESSORS Fuil time, W-2, experienced only. Healthcare, benefits, 60% commission, (Loan Officers). Salary (Processors). Call: 248-478-5952 or fax resume: 248-539-4854

LEASING CONSULTANT part-time, for Canton apartment community. Experience required. Great opportunity for right person. Please cali 734-397-1080 LEASING CONSULTANT Join a winning team! If you are enthusiastic, selfmotivated and enjoy working In beautiful surroundings, then we will train you as a Leasing Consultant at our premier upscale apartment community in Novi. Compensation package includes an excellent salary, great bonus programs, health, dental and life insurance. You wiil also have generous vacation and sick days plus 401k program. Qualified candidates should fax their resumes to 248-344-4350 or email to [email protected]. LOAN OFFICERS Work from home or office, full or part time. Experienced only. Realtors welcome. Call Linda. 248-569-9555

LOAN OFFICERS Earn more on fewer deals. 3 locations, offering FHA, VA, conventional, non-conforming, etc. high tech office environment with 40 plus investors. Health, Life, Dental and 401K, avail. Call Chris at 734-432-0404 extension 101.

OBSERVER & ECCENTRIC CLASSIFIED LOAN OFFICERS 1-800-579-SELL experienced. Leads supplied. Fax resume to 734-402-2522, trit'ic.lionidointlifc.cont Attn. John.

MAINTENANCE MANAGER For childcare company. This position performs a variety of skilled preventative maintenance and repairs on buildings & grounds. Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience. Traveling, and valid drivers license a MUST. For more Info: 248-569-2500 MAINTENANCE PERSON Large senior apartment community currently seeking applicants with experience in electrical, plumbing, general carpentry. Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package including heaith and dental insurance, 401k and paid vacations. Send resume or apply in person at: 25075 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, 10am-4pm MondayFriday or call 248-305-8646 EOE 7

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MORTGAGE PROCESSORS We've promoted senior processors to underwriter positions & need to fill their shoes w/exp'd. processors. Exp with FHA, VA & Conventional loans required. Excellent pay & benefits plan. Come grow with Shore Mortgage FAX Resume (248)433-0233 Attn; HR/Loan Officer or call (888)462-7467 x 280 Email: careers® shoremortgage.com MOVIE EXTRAS Earn $200$600/per day. All looks, ages, types. No experience required. TV, , music videos, film & commercials. Work with the best. 1-800-260-3949 ext. 3244

MULTI-SPINDLE (ACME GRIDLEY) SET-UP, REPAIR Looking for experienced energetic, flexible set-up & repair person in a fastpaced, well established company located in Piymouth. We are looking for a highly motivated person who wants to make a difference and join a dedciated, hard working team. Our benefit package is competitive and comprehensive. We offer excellent wages, health, dental, life and disability insurance, a 401 (k) plan and many other attractive benefits. Please send resumes to: Observer & Eccentric Newspapers Box #0803 36251 Schoolcraft Rd. Livonia, Ml 48150

NEED A JOB? Apply Now! Immediate Job Openings! Work A.S.A.P.I Northwest Detroit Companies in the CANTON, PLYMOUTH, WESTLAND and WIXOM area are seeking motivated, hardworking employees for: • Packaging • Assembly • Machine Operators • Warehousing • Q/C inspectors • Forklift Operators Temp to Hire Position All Shifts Available! Open 5am - Midnight Ask About Our Referral Bonus Program PAY RANGE $7 - $14 "Come and Forge the Gaps in your Pockets"

MAINTENANCE TECH Northridge Apartments is currently seeking experienced maintenance techs for its upscale apartment community. Candidates must have previous apartment maintenance experience and possess own tools. We. offer competitive saiary, apartment discount opportunities, medical & dental benefits. J S K person at 1204 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 or fax resumes to 248-551-0618

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Immediate opening for Maintenance Technician for a large apartment community. Top compensation and benefits for a motivated person with previous experience and own tools. Fax resume with saiary requirements to 734-455-1159 MAINTENANCE, Full-Time for Southfield Apts. Must have Type I certification, exp. in plumbing, electrical, HVAC & take after hours on-call. 248-356-2359 MECHANIC WANTED For growing landscaping & snow removal co. Exp. or education required. Call Harvey for interview, (248) 676-0700.

METER READER Consumers Energy in Livonia is currently accepting resumes for the position of Meter Reader. The pay is $12.39/hr. plus $.51 cola. We offer a fcomprehensive benefits package. You will be required to drive your own vehicle and have fewer than 3 points on your license. Pass a preemployment test and physical. You will work from your home most days. Please forward all resumes to: Conmsumers Energy, Attn Human Resources, 11801 Farmington Rd, Livonia, Mi 48150, or fax to (734) 513-6223. An Equal Opportunity Employer. MORTGAGE BROKERS Seeking Senior Loan Officers to net branch. YOU ONLY PAY $600 PER DEAL! Cai! Linda, (248) 569-9555

PLATING COMPANY Looking for exp. Platers. Excellent pay, benefits, retirement package. Fax resume 313-341 -0315 or call 313-341-4791 for appointment 12-3pm PLUMBER & Plumbers helper, minumum of 3 yrs. exp. Good pay. (248) 585-6606 or (248) 854-6599 Pollution Control

ATTENTION Local company has many openings in our Pollution Control Department. S14.95/START • No Experience Necessary • Must Have Own Transportation Call Mon & Tues 10am -4pm 313-382-6022 PORTERS Immediate opening. Benefits, bonus & retirement packages included. Apply at: 30250 Grand River, Farmington Hills. 248-474-0500 PRESSMAN HEAT SET WEB Printing: Looking for experience Heatset Web Pressman. The ideal person will have experience running 4-color work on Full or Half Size Heat Set Web Presses. Openings on all shifts. Excellent wages and benefits. Gall John at 734-941-6300 or fax resume to 734-942-0920 PRODUCT COORDINATOR PART TIME SEASONAL Key responsibilities include: Able to pack one line or display efficiently and accurately in accordance with guidelines and schematics • Ensure conditions of display cases and all boxes are clean and In good condition • Maintain proper stock levels on a line • Assure that all warehouse equipment and tools are properly utilized to increase productivity, efficiency, and safety; report any unsafe conditions/equipment or injury to Supervisor or Manager • Maintain a ciean, safe, and productive work environment • Participate in warehouse sales and inventory counts • Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred • Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs., push/pull up to 300 lbs. • Available to work overtime and weekends as needed • Ability to work in a nonclimaticaily controlled environment throughout the year

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PART TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT The College of Management at LTU has a part time opening for an Administrative Assistant. Primary duties include providing administrative support to Faculty and Administrators, providing work direction to student assistants, organizing special events, paying bills, purchasing supplies, and ensuring the effective and efficient office operations of •the college which services over 900 students. Additional responsibilities include performing general clerical duties, maintaining records, sorting mail, and handling travel arrangements. Must have two or more years administrative experience preferable in a high volume office setting. Associates degree or equivalent is required. Send resume and salary history to: Lawrence Technological • University, College of Management, 21000 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield, Ml 48075-1058, Attn: Office Coordinator. EOE

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Local Research Co. is conducting an Opinion Research project in the Detroit Area. We are searching for women ages 25-55 that have purchased a Vacuum Cleaner from a Specialty Store within the past 2 years. You wiil receive $200 cash for a 1% hour in-home interview. To find out if you qualify, call us at (734) 261-8477, Mon.-Fri., 10am-8pm or Sat. 11am4pm. Ask for Chris. PICK UP TRUCK DRIVER Full time for plumbing contractor deliveries. Must be dependable, some lifting. Must be familiar w/plumbing fittings. Phone: 248-353-5747

The Detroit institute of Arts is seeking a Part Time (Detroit residency not required) Records Assistant for Development Department 5 month contract from Feb.-July. Position: 20 hours/week; $10-$14/hr. The successful candidate will have the following qualifications • A high school diploma • Competency and proficiency in word processing, personal computer use and software • Strong organizational skills, with an eye to detail • Familiarity with confidentiality and privacy issues • The ability to work effectively with time deadlines ' • The ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to: The Detroit institute of Arts, Organization Development/Human Resources Department 5200 Woodward Ave Detroit, Ml 48202 Fax 313-833-0343 email [email protected] no later than Feb. 13,2004

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Needed at private school for after school hours, 3-6. Must have 60 semester credits with 12 hours early childhood or CDA or MACTE accreditation. Send resume to: Carolyn Lett, The Roeper School P.O. Box 329, Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48303 by Feb. 13, 2004. PROGRAM COORDINATOR/ EVENT PLANNER $40,000 2 yrs outside sales plus 3 yrs mgmt exp. Good job stability. Major firm. Deb 586-772-6760 Snelling Personnel Services j ^ REAL ESTATES SALES Farmington Hills development company seeks experienced and highly motivated real estate sale person for new development in Oakland County. Great location. Great opportunity! Fax resume to: 248-865-7486 RECEPTIONIST For a development company in Southfield. Answer phones, run errands, light typing, and computer. Up to 30 hours/wk. Start March 1st. Fax resume to: 248-357-0407

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SEAMSTRESS Seamstress needed for production of Custom Draperies. Full-time, benefits available. Some experience necessary. Please apply in person at 23000 West Eight Mile Rd., Southfield, Ml 48034.

STYLIST WANTED For very busy Canton salon. 3 evenings & Saturdays. $15/hour guaranteed, Friendly atmosphere. Call (734) 459-5528

SERVICE TECHNICIAN Int. company, mfg. testing instruments for quality control. Entry level. Associate degree or certificate in electronics,mechanical /pneumatics helpful. Salary & benefits. Send /fax resume to: ATEQ Corp, 42000 Koppernick Road, Canton, Ml 48187Phone: 734451-9449, Fax: 734-451-9462

SUPPLIER QUALITY ASSURANCE/SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER General Fasteners Company, based in Livonia, Michigan,' has a full time position in the Quality Control Department. Requirements; Degree in Technical Field, experience in Quality Management Systems (TS 16949, QS-9000 or ISO9000), APQP, PPAP, Control Plan, FMEA, Gage R&R,'Six Sigma experience and Statistics experience. Ability to effectively interact with customer, supplier, and all levels of company personnel; Computer Skills Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access, fastener background a plus.

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Ceramic tile co. in Sterling Hts. has a fuil time position available for a Showroom Consultant. Must have sales & design experience. Good communication skills and PC experience. Benefits, profit sharing & 401K. Call: HR Manager: (248) 476-7850, ext. 2264 or fax resume: (248) 476-3828

Please send ail resumes to [email protected] NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! I SWIMMING POOL CO. seeking Service Tech with 3-5 yrs exp. Must be self motivated, honest; & organized. Pay & benefits commensurate with exp. (248) 477-7727

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SOCIAL WORKER 300 bed skilled nursing facility is seeking a fuil-time Social Worker with a Bachelors Degree in Social Work, and a minimum of one year experience in long term care. Individual must be a motivated self-starter that can work independently. Qualified candidates should fax resume to Jackie Zimmerman: 248-338-0744 or call to schedule an appt at 248-338-0345. MEDILODGE OF BLOOMFIELD HILLS 50 W. Square Lake Rd. Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48302 SPRAY TECHNICIAN Must be certified in 3A and have valid drivers license witit Chauffers endorsement. Possible yr-round employment. To apply Contact Bonnie at Lakewood

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Visitor Services Representative The Detroit Institute of Arts is seeking to fill the position of Part-time Visitor Services Representative. The successful applicant will have • Superior customer service oriented experience • High school diploma required • Ability to work flexible hours. Candidate must be a City of Detroit resident within three months from date of hire. We offer a competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits. Please apply by sending your resume to: The Detroit Institute of Arts Human Resources Department 5200 Woodward Ave Detroit, Ml 48202 Fax 313-833-0343 email [email protected] Please apply no later than Feb. 13, 2004 EOE

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LEGAL SECRETARY/ RECEPTIONIST Experienced, full time for Farmington Hills personal injury/workers'compensation firm. Non-smoking. Fax resume to Amy: 248-932-4009.

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Office Clerical PAYROLL ASSISTANT to $37,000 • experience doing payroll for 300+ employees. Multi-state tax experience. Major Bloomfield Hills firm. Call Denise 586-772-6760 Snelling Personnel Services PROFESSIONAL SECRETARY needed, work at home. Excel expertise required & PC. Fax resume to: 248-424-8105 RECEPTIONIST Good phone manners, knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word helpful, but not necessary, will train. Benefits offered after 90 days. Send resume to: PO Box 40051, Redford, Mi 48240 RECEPTIONIST Farmington Hills real estate office seeks to fill part time clerical positions. Days, evenings and weekends availabie. Fax resume to (248) 324-9275

RECEPTIONIST For busy real estate office in Northville/ Novi area. Professional with good phone skills a must! Part-time days & weekends. Ask for Shannon. (248) 380-8800

Legal Secretary Temporary until June. Min. 2 years experience. Litigation and transactional practice. Bingham Farms. Fax resume & salary requirements to (248) 593-0095

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LEGAL SECRETARY Immediate position availabie to Senior Partner in growing firm. Must be resourceful, able to excel in fast-paced demanding environment, and have a great attitude. Excellent salary, benefits, and- atmosphere. Fax resume & salary requirements to: 248-641-7073

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LEGAL SECRETARY For Bloomfield Hills law firm. Litigation and Word Perfect experience. Dependable team player, with strong organizational and communication skiiis. Please send resume to: Personnel, 40950 Woodward, Ste. 350, Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48304 LEGAL SECRETARY to $41,000 - 3 yrs corporate or commercial litigation exp. Good computer skills, benefits. Call Barb 586-772-6760 Snelling Personnel Services LEGAL SECRETARY to $45,000 - 3 years commercial litigation experience. Work for sr. partner. Well known firm. 35 hour week. Call Donna 586-772-6760 Snelling Personnel Services

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CMM PROGRAMMER Seeking Zeiss CMM Equip, using UX UMESS with +5 yrs exp. Candidate must be experienced in Blueprint reading. Set-Up & Operation of Zeiss CMM Equip, Optical Comparators, Height Gauges, Profilometers, Geometric dimensioning & tolerancing. Send resume to: H.R. Dept. 19050 Alien Rd. Brownstown, Ml 48183

PROGRAM MANAGER Fast' growing tier one manufacturing company is seeking a Program Manager. Candidate wilt interact with the customer & internal management team to ensure successful launch of new products and design changes on current products. Successful candidate with exc. organizational skills, 5+ yrs. of "Automotive" program management exp. & must have a BS degree In Engineering. Exp. in machining is a plus. We offer a competitive salary & benefits package. Send resume to: H.R. Dept. 19050 Allen Rd. Brownstown, Ml 48183

QUALITY MANAGER Fast growing tier 1 automotive supplier is seeking an experienced quality manager for its new manufacturing facility. Candidate must have a BS degree in a technical field and 5+ yrs. exp. In the automotive industry. Working knowledge of QS9000/TS 16949, & quality management tools required. Exp. in implementing & maintaining quality management system & customer quality awards preferred. Exp. with machining of powertrain components a plus. Competitive salary & benefits. Send resume to: H.R. Dept. 19050 Allen Rd. Brownstown, Ml 48183

ALL DENTAL STAFF! We know that times are slow. Interview with us now and be ready for when the economy improves. Call RDH Health Services © 248-524-1963. Dental

TREATMENT/ FINANCIAL COORDINATOR Upscale Dental/Sedation practice in Southfield has a Sales p o s i t i o n f o r a energetic person with top-notch customer

service skills. Must love people & feel comfortable with presenting & selling Treatment plans. Good computer skills with DenTrix software helpful. Great pay & bonuses. Fax resumes to: 248-682-6603

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PARALEGAL NEEDED Flexible hours. Experience a plus. Fax or email resume to: 248-642-8875. [email protected]

SECRETARY Plymouth design company. Part time, about 24 hrs/week. $9/hr. Must know MS Word. Duties: typing, phone, filing, mailing & errands. Flexible hours. Fax resume to: Ray at: 734,254-1048

PARALEGAL to $46,000 4-5 yrs corporate exp. Degree or ABA paralepel certificate preferred. Prestigious firm. Call Barb 586-772-6760 Snelling Personnel Services

SECRETARY For Southfield Law office. Full/part-time. Computer, phone exp., non-smoking. Send resume & ref: Manager, 29193 Northwestern Hwy., P.O. 8ox 586, Southfield, Ml 48034

DENTAL ASSISTANT Are you an. e^perifenced assistant looking foran opportunity to expand skiiis and advance professionally in a high quality specialty practice? if you are also bright, personable, motivated and sincerely caring about people and dental health, call 248-357-3100.

PARALEGAL to $46,000 ABA certified. 2-3 yrs transactional exp. Well know firm. Call Denlse 586-772-6760 Snelling Personnel Services

SECRETARY Part-Time Must know Quickbooks & bookkeeping, payables/receivables. Southfield. Cell:248-217-3185 Fax 248-355-5082

DENTAL ASSISTANT Full time w/benefits for busy Livonia general practice. Exp. needed. (734)522-67.70

4 days, Livonia. Fax info to: 248-473-9286

DENTAL ASSISTANT Experienced, reliable, enthusiastic for a progressive, patient-oriented dental office that appreciates great staff.. Call 248-626-6635. or 248808-4318. DENTAL ASSISTANT for Novi Office. Full time. DENTAL EXP. REQUIRED, good working environment. Contact Mary at: 248-347-3700. DENTAL ASSISTANT 2 yrs. exp. General dentistry. Part-time. Commerce office. 248-363-5388 DENTAL ASSISTANT Southfield. 11/Lahser. Mon. 9-7, Tues & Thurs. 8:30-5:30, Fri. 8:30-12:30 or Sat. 8-12. Fax resume to: 248-354-5198, Call 248-354-0000 DENTAL ASSISTANT Friendly Novi office desires experienced, dependable for part-time/fuli-tlme position. Please call 248-380-9330.

DENTAL ASSISTANT Modern practice in Dearborn Heights is looking for an experienced Dentai Assistant to compliment our team, i f you are energetic and looking for a full-time position with benefits and generous saiary, please cali (313) 274-4042 for an interview, or email cambridgedentalgroup.com DENTAL ASSISTANT Pleasant Livonia office seeking experienced chairside assistant full time. 248-476-9191 Dental Assistant, Registered For upscale dental office in Southfield. Great pay & bonuses. Fax resumes to: 248-682-6603 DENTAL HYGENIST Part time need for patient friendly general practice. Exc. wage. Tues. 10-7pm. Selective Sat. 8-12pm. 734-525-2552 DENTAL HYGIENIST Our team is looking for an energetic, dependable individual to communicate, value & rapport w/patients, maintain productive schedule, and willing to learn new techniques. These skiiis and attitude more Important than years of experience and wiil be highly valued. 4 day week pius bonus. Livonia. Fax resume to: 248-473-9286 DENTAL HYGIENIST Full-time, for friendly modern Livonia office. Excellent pay & benefits. Fax resume to: 734-427-12^3 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ POST-TREATMENT SECRETARY Full-time, benefits. Experienced with knowledge of dentistry, computers, insur-. ance. Some evenings & Saturdays. Southfield area. Call Marie: (248) 352-7722 FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST part-time for Family Dentai practice in Novi. Must have computer knowledge, be dependable, mature and possess a super personality. Please cail 248-380-9330. FRONT OFFICE Friendly, busy pediatric dental office in Novi seeking full time individual. Self-starter, computer experience a must, Dentech experience helpful. 248-478-3232 GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Preferred Dental Group in Livonia seeks a full-time Dentai Assistant with an enthusiastic attitude and pleasant smile. Must have experience •• expanded duty Is a plus. Contact Mr. Green or Marcie today at: 734-591-3636 RECEPTIONIST - 2 yrs. dental exp. with insurance & patient accounts. Large practice in Commerce. 248-363-5388 This Classification c o n t i n u e s in Section F

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LIVONIA - 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath ail brick ranch, full finished basement. 2 car garage. Cute, clean, many updates, great neighborhood & Livonia schools, too! Cail Kim Lindsay.

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FARMINGTON HILLS - 2 story foyer, newer carpet in LR & DR. Cozy FR w/FP & doorwall to huge deck w/Wooded view. Fin. walk-out w/5th BR ste., wet bar. 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 3,300 SF, 1,300 in bsmt. Call Derek Bauer.

FERNDALE - Three bedroom brick bungalow at Pleasant Ridge-Ferndale border. Well cared for, wet plaster, central air, perfect starter home, close to everything. Come see! Call Florence Argenta.

PLYMOUTH - Updated Plymouth Twp. home! Walk to local elementary school or Hines Park. This ranch has location all over it. Full basement, 2 car detached gar. Family room with a FP and tons or updates. Call Mark Riegai or visit www.martaiegal.com

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REDFORD - This 3 bedroom, 2 bath house is the perfect starter home. New kitchen including stove & fridge. Big basement ready to be finished. Hardwood floors, fenced backyard & much more! Call Judee Taormina.

COMMERCE - Country in the city! Up north feeling. Country size lot filled with towering trees and perennials. A traditional 4 BR Tudor completes the picture. Call Rod Raatz.

REDFORD - Super starter home - 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, new & updated items: new roof '03, new windows, carpeting, kitchen floor, electrical service, fresh paint throughout. Call Mike Judge.

REDFORD - Weil maintained broad front' 3 bedroom bungalow. Finished basement w/bar, new kitchen countertop, glass block, carpet throughout, bay window, fenced yard, attached garage, large lot and more! Cali Tim Wright.

CANTON - Location! Location! Location! Rare find. Court location backs to a pond with fountain. Master 1st floor w/fashion bath. 3 car garage w/heat, walkout basement, hardwood floors throughout, more! Call Mark Riegai or visit www.markriegal.com

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Refinements and upgrades are what make this new Nissan Maxima as close to a fine luxury vehicle as you can get. As the flagship of Nissan's growing line-up of vehicles that seems to fit nicely into every way of life and lifestyle, the Maxima proves itself worthy of the maximum balance of performance, comfort and value. Now five — can you believe it?!? —fivegenerations down the road from the very first Maxima gracing American roads, there is no change when it comes to exactly what this vehicle is all about: A four-door sports car. And, for the first time since its birth in 1981, the Maxima is now assembled on our shores, at the Nissan manufacturing plant in Smyrna, Tenn. Nissan first billed the Maxima as a performance sedan and it quickly took the front seat as a top-selling V6 import. Tbday's Maxima is no exception. Two models are available, the 3.5 SE and 3.5 SL. Both offer a host of delightful options including a new Skyview Roof that's standard equipment on all models. Nissan promises you'll fall in love with this new Skyview Roof. The premise behind this neat option is that it creates an open-air above the front and rear passengers, while maintaining a solid roof structure. Okay, let me try to explain. The roof has rectangular glass panels that start in the front and end in the rear. It has sliding sunshades that can easily block out the sunlight if you wish. The best feature about the Skyview Roof is that it alters the interior of the Maxima by making you believe that the interior is actually larger than it really is. And, if you don't like the Skyview Roof, Nissan will allow you to option for the regular power sliding front sun roof. One thing you'll notice right away when you slip behind the wheel of the Maxima is the amount of room within

The 2 0 0 4 Nissan Maxima is one fine luxury vehicle. the cabin. There's a longer wheelbase, larger width and larger trunk cargo space. With that added space, you and your passengers will have more comfort zones and the added cargo space will allow a few extras to fit in. Comfort of the driver was of utmost concern when designing this new Maxima. Nissan engineers took .many hours to bring everything toward the driver and his/her comfort. The steering wheel, instrumentation cluster and even the gearshift knob were moved strategically closer to the driver. Instrumentation, the center console stack and console itself are cleaner and easier to read. In the center, you'll find the essentials like heating and cooling controls, audio controls and the trip computer. No reason to ever not use the Maxima on ultra-long drives. Go ahead, take it across the country. Stop only for gas, if you wish. The front seats are designed for it. They're billed as "low fatigue" seats and have special cross sections of the cushions and seat backs to offer the best support possible. The driver's seat is an eight-way power seat and the passenger's seat is a four-way power seat. Both have heightadjustable head restraints. Go ahead and splurge on the optional driver's seat memory system that readjusts the seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors at the touch of a button. There are four seats in the Maxima, all of which virtually look the same. It was done that way for a purpose. Available on the Elite Package, the ever-so-boring rear bench seat has been replaced with two independent bucket seats. This treatment makes the Maxima even more sporty.

Sure, it eliminates the five-passenger seating option, but it certainly looks cool and creative. Makes it look more like a two-door sports car without the hassles of getting in and out of the front doors. Just how many people really need the five-passenger seating option, anyway? Nissan didn't ignore any safely issues with the Maxima, further enhancing crush zones, dual-stage front air bags with seat belt sensors, side curtain and front-seat sideimpact air bags. There are active head restraints, emergency inside trunk release and the child seat anchor system as well. Let's get to the heart of the matter ~ exactly what's under the hood. The Maxima is powered by Nissan's VQ, 3.5-liter that has won eight awards as one of the ten best engines. This dual overhead can 24-valve V6 produces 260 horsepower and has a tuned exhaust that makes it sound just so sweet. Of course, this engine is mated to a standard 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with a gated shifter. The SE model allows you to have a 5-speed automatic with a manual shift mode, too. And for the really serious driver, a 6-speed close-ratio „ manual is option on the 3.5 SE models. Ride characteristics and handling are taken care of by a luxury-tuned and performance-tuned suspension that provides a solid feel and a superb ride. I can't image ever wanting to get out of the Maxima once you've started rolling. Go ahead, take it for a spin. Write Anne Fracassa at [email protected]. OBOB185988

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SCHEDULING COORDINATOR Great opportunity in positive, progressive dental office. Mon-Thur. Exp. required. 248-549-0950 TREATMENT PUN COORDINATOR Needed part-time. Call 248-433-6000

MEDICAL BILLER Livonia home infusion company looking for experienced biller prefer DME or infusion experience for 2440 hrs/week. Competitive & benefits. Very office. Fax resume to Teresa: 734-425-2620. MEDICAL BILLERS ' immediate openings for Medicai Biilers, min. 1 year exp. required, Troy location. Call Mr. Telly: 248-641-1440

CAREGIVER Waltonwood at Twelve Oaks is seeking mature, reliable, dedicated personnel to provide services to older adults in our beautiful Senior Apartment Community In Novi. Part-time position available with flexible hours that will lead to fulltime. E.E.O. Apply in person at Waltonwood at Twelve Oaks 27475 Huron Circle Novi, Ml (behind 12 Oaks Mail-off 12 Mile Rd) or call (246) 735-1500

CAREGIVERS Alzheimers Assisted Living Facility in the Southfield area, has full & part-time openings. Day & PM shift. Applications accepted Feb 9 & 10 from 9am-12noon. Arden Court, 24005 W.13 Mile Rd., Bingham Farms. (Just E. of Telegraph).

Medical Receptionist/ Assistant Part-time, no wkends. Bingham Farms. Computer exp. needed, will train. Fax resume: 248-647-1472 MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST: Internal Medicine office is seeking a temporary full time Medical Receptionists to -work at both our Plymouth and Canton locations. Position is for at least 6 months. Qualified candidate will have medical experience, greet & assist patients, obtain & communicate necessary Information to billing staff, schedule appointments and facilitate efficient patient flow. Knowledge of billing, Insurance and referrals is preferred. Competitive salary offered. Please send resume to the Practice Manager, 1600 S. Canton Center Road, Suite 220, Canton, Ml 48188 orfax 734 398 7805. www.ihacares.com

CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT Permanent part-time position available for individual with computer knowledge & clerical skills. Mon.-Fri., 2:457:30pm & Sat. 8:45-2:30pm. Willing to train qualified person. 27527 Joy Rd., Westland. 734-522-5501

OPTICAL LAB Full and part-time with benefits. Experienced only. Direct Opticai - Ray 248-553-8270

Clinical M6R / NURSES PTs/OTs/SLPs REHAB M6R For busy homecare agency. Opportunities throughout TrLCounty area. - Fax:248-293-2401 Qall: 248-293-2400, x.435

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DIRECT CARE STAFF Fuli/part Days & afternoons. Benefits available for full time. WCLS trained only. Livonia area. Contact Debbie at 734-524-1361.

Licensed Practical Nurse Quality Licensed Home for Aged located in West Bloomfield seeks a full time LPN for afternoon shift (3pm11pm). Candidate will work every other weekend and may have on-call responsibilities. Experience in geriatrics and dementia care preferred. Candidate should possess good organizational and communication skills, ability to handle multiple tasks, and have strong interpersonal and

0 PTtCI AN/O i$ P E HSE R needed for our progressive, independent eye care practice. Please call Vai 734-421-5454

Share your office skiiis and knowledge teaching administrative medical office skiiis to students in private career school. Min. 3 yrs recent field experience and knowledge of computers and related skills. Will train to teach. 2-3 . days/wk. 8:30 a.m.'1:00 p.m., $72/day. Cali 313-794-6448

RECEPTIONIST. People person with the ability to multi-task for busy wellness clinic in Plymouth. Computer & PR exp. required. Afternoon hours required. Billing exp. desirable. Fax resume to 734-254-9058

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benefit package. Contact: Mary Williams, RN, BSN 248-661-2999 or fax resume to 248-661-6361 MASSAGE THERAPIST in a busy wellness office in Plymouth. Training & position for advancement. Please fax resume ASAP to Attn: Dr. Sisk 734-453-9992 MEDICAL ASSISTANT Full-time for busy dermatology practice in Westiand/Garden City area. Fax resume to 734-762-6682.

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST Part-time. Responsible person for immediate position. Fax resume to 248-471-9049 MEDICAL ASSISTANT 2 dr. dermatology office in Livonia. Afternoon & early evening, 16-20 hours/wk. Fax resume to 248-474-5714 MEDICAL ASSISTANT For Pediatrics practice, fuil time, benefits avail. Call Valerie: 248-661-9100 or fax resume to: 248-661-9158 : MEDICAL ASSISTANT Full , time fast-paced Livonia practice specializing in weight loss. 734-422-8040

MPRO is seeking a RN with a minimum of 5 years iong term care management experience with a working knowledge of MDS. Experience with implementation of quality improvement projects is also desired. If you are an effective communicator, enjoy public speaking, are willing to travel within Michigan and lead a group of nursing homes on a quest for excellence in longterm care, we are looking for you. in return, MPRO provides a flexible environment, competitive saiary, excellent benefits, generous time off, and a 401k with an employer match. Please send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to: MPRO Attn: Human Resources PC 22670 Haggerty Rd, Suite 100 Farmington Hills, Ml 483352611

FAX #248-465-7428 www.mpro.ora eoe mfdv RN'S Home Health Agency has immediate positions for RN's in North Oakland County and weekend RN's all areas. Sign on bonus offered to qualified candidates. Please fax resume to 1-866-903-4000 or call 313-882-1594

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Reps The award-winning Observer & Eccentric Newspaper is looking for enthusiastic, result-oriented sales p r o f e s s i o n a l t o sell advertising to c o m m u n i t y retail businesses. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience w i t h at least 2 years oi outside sales experience {media experience preferred). Must have o w n transportation. D o you have a fiair for presenting creative sales presentations and k n o w h o w to close a deal? if you are a highly motivated, selfstarter w h o is also o r g a n i z e d and persistent, ~ you are the talented sales professional we're looking for. We offer a great w o r k environment and excellent benefits.

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Fuli or Part time nights, Days or nights. Excellent pay & tips. Apply within:. jack Dunleavys 340 N. Main, Plymouth

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TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT SENIOR NETWORK TECHNICIAN Qualification: Excellent communications skills required, SUPERVISOR & SERVERS i both verbal & written. Prior Part/Full time. Dependable, 2 experience In a leadership role. mature individuals, reliable • Thorough understanding of transportation. Must work j Novell products, Cisco electronics, Linux, & Microsoft weil with the elderly, j server. Responsibilities: Direct Fiexibie hours, competitive i supervise and coordinate wages & benefits. Apply at [ training of technical staff. The Grand Court, Farming- • Manage integrity, security and ton Hills, 36550 Grand j performance of network. River, Farmington Hills. • Salary S20.08/hr. posting will No phone calls please, j remain open until filled. Apply in person at:: Wayne-Westiand Community Schools, 36745 COOKS W/EXPERIENCE Apply in person. Nikola's Marquette, Westland. E.O.E. 25225 Telegraph (at 10 Mile). (248) 355-4695 DELIVERY BUTLER Mobile waiters needed to deliver food for Chiii's & other restaurants to local business customers. Lunch shifts available. Cash paid daily. Must use own vehicle. Please call 248-482-1100 9am-11am or 3Dm-5pm.

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#1 and We Can Prove It. CENTURY 21 Real Estate Corp. was recently named the #1 Real Estate franchise by Entrepreneur magazines "Franchise 500". CENTURY 21 Town & Country is the #1 franchise In the United States...Why wouldn't you work here? After you're licensed, we have extensive training for full time agents with a fuli time professional trainer, a commission program second to none and an agent first program with many benefits to our agents. Tuition reimbursement possible. Call Tim Reilly 705 S. Main St. Plymouth, Ml (734) 455-5600 $$ AN EXCITING $$ REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY FROM COLDWELL BANKER SCHWEITZER

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Auto Sales - New Salary pius commission, prior auto sales experience is not S Must be over 21. Apply in \ required. Join our team of ' person Monday-Friday ; auto sales professionals. In 111-2. Bahama Breeze, 539 ! order to attract top performers ' East Big Beaver Road. Troy ' interested in a lucrative sales ! (248) 528-1674 j career, Gordon Chevrolet is offering: Salary pius commission, BC/BS, 401K, 5 SHORT ORDER COOK Wanted nights. Exp. pre- day work week and many ferred. Apply within Rusty other benefits. Apply in person Nail Lounge, 43845 Ford Rd., to James Schram at 31850 Ford Road in Garden City. Canton, 2 blks E. of Sheldon.

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R.N. Part-Time Westland Urologists Surgical Facility/ Medical Office. Recovery room Exp. Requ'd/Operatlng Rroom exp. a +. Fax resume (248) 855-0046

SERVERS & COOK Needed for lunch and dinner. Apply in Person Here's Restaurant, 36685 Plymouth Rd„ Livonia after 5 pm.

RN/LPN OPPORTUNITY Full-time or Part -time. Supervision and restorative experience important. Medical benefits after 90 days. Fax/Send Resume to: Marycrest Manor 15475 Middlebelt Rd. Livonia, Ml 48154 Email: debbiep®

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(734) 421-5700 Building Materials Distributor seeks career-oriented sales professional. Saiary + Commission, Health Insurance, Profit Sharing, Auto Allowance, Training Program. Send resume to: Pete Anderson [email protected] or fax:248-446-1365 CLOSING AGENT Cresent Title Agency, LLC, is looking for a seif-motivated, peopie-oriented, hardworking person who like to travel and has already developed good sales techniques and understands the importance of being part of a team. Fax resume 1-800-832-0852

CRUISE/TOUR SALES Will train exp or natural born sales people to sell vacations to incoming calls. No cold calling. $8 per hr. + commissions averaging $500$1300/mo. 30-40 hrs/week. Dearborn. 313-278-4100 CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER Benefit package. Sales experience preferred. Fax resume 734-207-8368 FLOOR COVERING SALESPERSON Experienced salesperson with buiider trade experience to call on established accounts and generate new leads. Outstanding earnings potential. Salary plus commission, excellent benefit package. Call Dennis Riemer at Riemer Floors Inc. 248-3534050 or visit us at our website www.riemerfloors.com Home Improvement Sales Exp. in home closers. Earn $50-$100K+ per yr. No prospecting, all Qualified appts. Salary & commission avail. Bonuses/competitive pricing. Strong financing. Call now, 313-408-0555.

Do you enjoy a fast-paced work environment? Enjoy challenges? Have a goad sense of humor? The Detroit Airport Marriott is seeking individuals who have previous experience for the following positions: • • • •

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Metro Detroit's #1 adult! entertainment club is now' accepting applications fori SERVERS & SHOT GIRLS' Day, Night & Weekend Shifts.* Apply within: J FLIGHT CLUB ! 29709 Michigan Ave J Inkster • SANDWICH MAKER Looking for reliable, trustworthy & hardworking person for prep work, sandwich & salad making & light clean-up. Downtown Plymouth ask for Tony or Vicky{734) 453-8870

ANDERSEN/SALES A multi million dollar company in the Building Products industry (Renewal by Andersen), needs to fill 2 local territories surrounding new showroom. No overnight travel. Company issued pre-qualified pre-set appointments. $80,000 + income potential, Company trips & bonuses. For a confidential interview, fax resume to Attn: Mr Thomas, Anytime: (734) 542-3905 AUTO SALES Some sales experience necessary. Very busy office. We offer training, a fun environment and excellent income potential! Call Bill Farner at: 734-427-1550 For an immediate interview

PART TIME SALES POSITION AVAILABLE Some Saturdays required. Sales experience required, office furniture knowledge a plus. Please send resume to Fax: 734-261-7024 Email: [email protected]

PARTS/CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE Aftermarket parts salesperson wanted to sell construction parts and undercarriage for ali makes of equipment. Exp. preferred. Good benefits. Send resume to P.O. Box 87157 Canton, Ml 48187-0157.

MARKETING PROFESSIONALS Growing Physical Therapy Co. seeks individual with knowledge of SE Ml area medical community to establish new leads. Req'd 2+ years direct health care related sales in selling to Physicians, Case Managers, Insurance Co.'s & with Workers Comp reps. Associate's Degree & exc. time mgmt. skills a must. Base salary + comm. up to S60K. Exc. benefits package. Send resume w/salary req. to: HR @theramatrix.com Code mark/Oakland or Fax: 248-333-0276. EOE

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ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Cherry, $1300, 92 1/2 w, 72" h, 26" deep. Sofa, 81 ", $300 (Green Brocade). 2 rocker setee, $260 ea. Chair & 1/2, cottage style, $675. All exec, conds(734) 771-0576 FURNITURE- Art Deco corner desk, $80; Lazy-boy recliner, $150; 2 wing back chairs, $125 ea. or $200 both. (734)699-5559 (>4pm) LANE LA-Z-BOY ROCKER ABC fabric in pastel colors. Call 248-797-8866 Moving Sale: table/chairs, bed set, cabinet, dresser, tables, washer/dryer. 734-421 -3073 QUEEN MATTRESS SET "Select Comfort". Only 2 months old, with digital control, $1000. Nancy, 734-464-6400

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VACUUM-ROYAL Model 2025, $75, Eureka World vacuum, $30. (248) 471-2790 WALL UNITS PIECE Thomasville $1500. Lexington cherry crib $150. (248) 684-8941

WASHER & DRYER Bosch, stackabie or side by side. Exc. cond. $850. (734) 658-7580 Antiques Bought! Postcards, china cups/saucers, paper dolls, dishes, perfume bottles, military. 248-624-3385

CHILDREN'S TWIN TRUNDLE BEDS W/mattresses, dressers & night stands. Blonde finish, $600/ea. (248) 645-2879

GORHAM FLATWARE Strasburg extra large service for 12. Al! serving pieces, hollow stemmed butter knives fitchest incl. Mint cond. Call for 3 PERSON COUCH- 2 large details 248 853-7302 armchairs, 1 ottoman. Beige leather, suede-type finish. $400/best. (248) 626-9527 FARMINGTON HILLS Feb 7 & 8, 10-4pm. 29529 Gilchrist, 1 block N/N orth western, W/off Middlebelt. Duncan Phyffe Dining Set, newer leather couch & chair w/ottoman, $ misc. furniture. General household items. REDFORD-SUN-WE010-4pm. 26071 Dow, S/5Mile, W/Beech.

Ali items in house are for sale! Must see to believe! Bed set, Art Deco, light Cherry w/biack trim, 6 pes, great deal! Dining table. 48' round, dark r : c i a l r * : : i^YiasviHe computer arm- oi'e. S325C original. 1 yr. old, asking 5950/best. 248-250-1915

BABY SET solid oak. Crib, converts to toddler bed. Dresser/changing table combo. $500/set. 24.8-473-0192 BED $110. Fuil size, double PillowTop. Mattress & box set in plastic. Can deliver. 248-470-3350 S210. King double PillowTop. Mattress/box. New w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-470-3350 BED $120. Queen double PillowTop. New w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-470-3350 BED $125. Queen Orthopaedic mattress/box. New in plastic. Can deliver. ,248-470-3350 BEC ^ -HP, >• srt Np • box S^OC Can deliver. 248-470-3350

Cherry wardrobe, loveseat. Yamaha keyboard, folding computer desk. 248-477-8167

BED 7 piece cherry sleigh, new in box. Sacrifice $550. Can deliver. 248-470-3350

TROY Ethan Allen TV cabinet, oak wardrobe cabinet, sofa. Al! like new. 20 cuft.fridge, and mower. (248) 689-4231

Bed $100, Brand new, warranty, black leather sofa & loveseat w/chrome legs. New, warranty $950. 734-231-6622 * BED $110 - double pillow top, full size mattress/box set. New in plastic, w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-941-4206

BLACK PERSIAN FUR COAT mink tirm, 3/4 length. Also Morning Dawn cape & cloth coat. All sizes 12/13. Exc. cond. 734-522-4318

* BED $120 - double pillow top, queen size mattress /box set. New in plastic, w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-941-4206

Wedding Gown NEW Diamond Bride, ivory, strapless sheath. Size 8. $600. 248-642-8155

* BED $210 - double pillow top, king size mattress/box set. New in plastic, w/warranty. Can deliver. 248-941-4206

BED- Queen, Cherry Sleigh bed. With mattress & boxsprings. (248) 646-0928 • BEDROOM SET. 7 piece, brand-new in boxes. Valued at $1,800, must sell, $599. Can deliver. 248-941-4206 BEDROOM SUITE 8 Pieces. Cherry sleigh bed, dovetailed, velvet lined drawers. , New, never used. Armoire available. Paid $6000, sacrifice. $1950. 2413-982-5595. BEDS: Select Comfort Sleep # - 2, twin size. $250 each, $450 both. 734-487-6545 BUTCHER BLOCK solid maple, 3: square, 18" thick, $500. (248) 561-5001

WASHER & GAS DRYER 2 & 1 yr. old. Large capacity. Exc. cond $250/both 248-890-3593

WEIGHT MACHINE 2 Stack 8 stations,like new. $1000. (734) 207-5449 call after 4pm.

3-STEEL BLDGS. Up to 70% off! 30x58, 40x60, 50x100 Can deliver! Rick (800)775-1507

OFFICE FURNITURE Desks, wood/chrome, Ushaped reception, sofa, chairs, etc. (248) 362-3303

DINETTE- Cherry Queen Anne. 11 piece, new in box . Worth $3400. sell for $950. Can deliver. 248-470-3350

OFFICE FURNITURE. books, book shelves, desk & chairs, conference table, computers, phone system. best offer. (2W) 354-2500

DINING ROOM SET Stanley table w/4 chairs, Lt. Cherry, 4 yrs. old. $1400.734-464-6889

Dining Room Table/Chairs w/ matching Buffet. Beautiful Thomasville 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

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ST. BERNARD PUPPIES Bom Christmas Day. AKC. Cail for info. 734-422-3661

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FOUND CAT Farmington Hills. 8 Mile & Orchard Lake. Long haired, black w/brown. Call btwn 10-6pm, 248-474-6937 Lost & Found-Pets FOUND CAT Garden City, by Ford Rd. and Middlebelt. in Oct., Torti colored. 248-474-6937 LOST BEAGLE with 1 eye, on Feb 1st, Plymouth & Farmington area. Sadly missed, pet for special needs child. Reward! (734) 513-7460 LOST DOG Slack female shepherd/lab. Oxford area, Jan 1. REWARD! (248) 969-0738 MALE CAT Gray & white, tost Feb. 3, Lola Valley Park area, Redford. (313) 575-1292

WELL-MANN ERRED lovable female cats (2), (sisters) 6 yrs old & spayed. Due to change of pet policy must find a good home. (734) 776-4307

COLLIE PUPS 8 wks. old, AKC registered, $500. (734) 461-0158 COLLIE RESCUE - See us Sat. 2/14,11am-3pm. PetSmart Rochester, - on Rochester Rd. S. of Avon. 734-326-2806. www.coliierescue.com English Bulldog Pups 2 males, 1 female, AKC Champion Bloodline. 248-634-4392

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES AKC Champion bloodlines, first shots & dewormed. 7 wks. (734) 367-8054 MALTESE-BICHON Mix, 9 wk puppy, vet checked, 1st shot, wormed, house training started, (248) 349-3850 MINIATURE SCHNAL'ZER 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 serious buyers. (313) 615-6165

RESTAURANT small wares. Utensils, plates, cups, etc. Over 1500 pieces. $1200. Call (313) 563-8152

FRANKLIN STOVE New, never used, $200/best. Fabric & craft materials, reasonable. 313-537-1954

SHIH-TZU Pups 18 wks, male & female, tiny & cute, dewarmed & dueciause removed 1 st/2nd shots, 734 699-5968 734 421-8424 SIBERIAN HUSKIE puppies AKC, double blue, parents on site. Males $300 females $350. (248) 474-3751

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Autos Wanted AUTOS 8i TRUCKS WANTED Running condition only. We come to you. Cash waiting. 313-575-2922 Junk Cars Wanted

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PONTOON 1997 Premier Grand Majestic, aluminum deck, Honda 40, 50 hrs, mint. $18,800. 248-608-0718 SEA DOO 1997 GTX 52 hrs., with trailer, 3 seater, mint. 248-608-0718 SEA RAY 1988 Sundancer Exec. cond. Must setl. $14,000/best. 734-374-0218 THOMPSON 1995- 20', cuddy, many extras, low hours. w/tra : ler (734) 416-3955

CHEVY SILVERADO 2002, Yi ton extended cab, V8, auto, 22K, $18,000. 734-495-9050 FORD 1998 F150 SC XLT, 5.4 V-8, matching cap, sharp, $10,995.

STARK HICKEY FORD 313-538-6178 2001 Spcrt Trax, Piack beauty, 29K, $13,995.

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CHEVY ASTRO 1992 AWD, air, good cojid. Best offer. •. (734) 394-0722-'} Chrysler Town & Country'' 1993 - Loaded, good contf.-ji 115K. $3500. (734) 513-5206;"-' Dodge 2008 Caravan excellent condition, loaded, 52K $6900. ' 734-669-4433

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FORD 1998 F350 Dually, extended cab, showroom cond, small down, $185/mo. No cosinger needed. Must be working. TYME AUTO (734) 455-5566 FORD F150 XLT-2001 TRITON V8. 4WD, 49K, extra clean. $18,900. 810-229-9581, ext. 248

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FORD F150 1998, 4WD, immaculate cond, all options, dark green, $8999. TYME AUTO (734) 455-5566

FORD 2001 F358 , 3 yard dump, 4x4, 43k mi., $20,000/best. 248-360-4875

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STARTING OVER Fun-loving, W W B M , 42, 5'tO", with four children, loves cooking, bowling, going out and spending time w i t l u t h a t special someone. Looking tor a SF, age and race unimportant, who's also fun-loving and has similar interests, Ad#:642962 BE THERE FOR ME SBM, 19, 6'5", light brown eyes, black hair, 200 lbs. Seeking a SBF, 20+, to care for him and share time together. Ad#:642601

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SEEKING A QUALITY LADY... SWM, 38, who enjoys pool, bowling, the outdoors, and watching movies. 5 1 0 " , 170 lbs, strawberry blonde hair, Searching for a SWF to spend time together, and who is honsst, caring, spontaneous, and adventurous. Ad#:640178 WALK WITH ME SBM, 39 seeking a SBF who shares his interests in fishing, movies, s p o t s , a bike ride in the park and more. She would enjoy life and be reacy to jump into love with a great mar who can treat a woman with the respect she deserves! Ad£639508 GREAT QUALITIES SWM, 49, 5' 8", 150 lbs., hazel eyes, brown hair, athletic sportsmar, looking for special SF, 18-99 to share life with. Call me before you know it we'll be curied up In front of the fire with a good book after an active day outside. Ad#:638998 SEEKING ONE GOOD W O M A N Fun, SWM, 36, blond hair, blue eyes, muscular build, nice-looking. Enjcys dining out, movies and kids. Loo
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WELL-ROUNDED SWM, 40, attractive, well-dressed and well-built. Looking for a SF, 21-60, who has similar qualities. Ad#;637066

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#:631154

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TAKE A CHANCE SWM, 45, 5' 10", 185 lbs., cleanout, responsible. Enjoys Seeking a SWF, 32-48, who is sociable, financially and emotionally secure, Ad*:621743 HIT ME UP! I ' m a S W M , 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, 2035, who's honest, loyal and goodhearted. Someone with similar interests. Ad#:621379 READ MY MIND SWM, 4 0 , 5 1 0 " , 1 6 0 lbs., physically fit and attractive. Easygoing and energetic. Interests Include sharing time together, having a good time and being true. Looking for an honest and sincere SWF, 25-40, who knows what she wants, for friendship or more! Ad#:601914

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VERY EASYGOING SWM, 33, 6'2", 205 lbs., brown hair/eyes, honest and sincere. Enjoys summer time, nature, the water and more. Seeking a SWF, 28-38, who Is kind, affectionate, respectful, loving and honest. Ad#;612532 EVERYTHING YOU WANTED Very out going, SWM, 50, tall, brown hair, blue eyes. Enjoys racket ball, s w i m m i n g , power boating, traveling and cruises. Looking for a SWF, 18-50, who's independent, outgoing, preferably with long brown hair, a nice figure and similar interest. Ad#:S12448 EARN MY TRUST Honest, caring, SBM, 31, medium build, 5 ' 1 0 " , social drinker, interests include movies, bowling, camping and fishing. Seeking a SWF, 22-45, who's very honest and s o m e what out going. Ad#:612442 ARE YOU READY? Do you have a passport? Do you have a swimsuit? Do have dance shoes? I'm 55+, tall, slim, active, ready for friendship, companionship, romance with SWF, 48-60, who is my equal! Ad#:612394 SPONTANEOUS SBM, 30, handsome professional. Enjoys traveling and being adventurous. Looking for a SF, over 18, who is honest, adventurous and tun to be with, Ad#:612092 COMMUNICATIVE Single black male, 26, in search of a single black female, over 18, who Is nice. Let's start out as friends and see where it goes from there. Ad#:612015 The Publisher assumes no liability for t h e content of, or replies to, any advertisement or voice greeting. Such liability rests exclusively with the advertiser or respondent, The advertiser and respondent agree to indemnify and hold this publication and UltlMate, its e m p l o y e e s and agents h a r m l e s s from • all costs, expenses, liabilities and d a m ages resulting from or caused by this publication or recording placed by the advertiser or any reply to same. The advertisers a n d respondents a g r e e that they are at least 18 years old. Advertiser voice greetings will be rejected if they contain last names, phone numbers, any addresses, e-mail addresses or explicit sexual language. You should screen your responses carefully, First meetings should be held in a public place. The u s e of cordless or cellular p h o n e s is discouraged. Copyright UltiMate 2/03/04

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