Politics & Government

Five Things You Need to Know for June 13, 2011

Stand-out students and a chance to sound off to your elected officials.

One: Congratulations to Starkweather Education Center students Korey Brodzik, Brian Ceglarz, Robert Gutowski, Shaniqua Martin for being awarded the Rotary Clubs' Vocational Technical Education Scholarship.

Two: Two state representatives, Michigan Rep. Kurt Heise, R-Plymouth, and Rep. Dian Slavens, D-Canton, are hosting separate meetings today with constituents.

Residents can meets Heise at:

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  • 10 to 11 a.m. Northville District Library, 212 W. Cady St., Northville;
  • 1 to 2 p.m. Wayne Community Center, 4635 Howe Road, Wayne; and
  • 3 to 4 p.m. Plymouth District Library, 223 S. Main St., Plymouth.

Slavens plans to meet with constituents from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. today at the , 45250 Ford Rd.

Three: Preview Day for Senior Olympics is 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Senior Center in . This Leisure Services event is aimed at those who want more information and tutorials. 

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Four: Need a great way to help your child or tween improve his or her reading skills? Today, will host a Reading Assistance Dog session today from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Purple Room. Each 10-minute session is free, but they are scheduled, so be sure to sign up early.

Five: Today's low gas price is $3.75 per gallon at the , 42421 Cherry Hill Rd. (near Lilley Road).


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