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Topic: Southeast Michigan


  
  Detroit, Michigan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
From 1805 to 1847, Detroit was the capital of Michigan.
Detroit fell to British troops during the War of 1812 in the Siege of Detroit, was recaptured by the United States in 1813 and incorporated as a city in 1815.
In the mid-to-late 1990s, the Michigan Legislature removed the locally elected board of education amid allegations of mismanagement and replaced it with a reform board appointed by the mayor and governor.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Detroit,_Michigan   (5868 words)

  
 Michigan travel guide - Wikitravel
Michigan [1] is an American state in the Midwest and the heart of the Great Lakes.
In southeastern Michigan, a popular treat to celebrate Fat Tuesday and the beginning of Lent is pączki ("poonch-key"), which are baked annually in the Polish village of Hamtramck in metro Detroit.
Michigan's morel mushrooms [24] grow wild throughout the state, but are particularly common in the northern Lower Peninsula.
wikitravel.org /en/Michigan   (2366 words)

  
 Wildernet - Southeast Michigan
Being the heartbeat of industrial America, today Southeast Michigan's Detroit is known worldwide as "Motor City." The large metropolitan area stretches for miles and includes prosperous bedroom communities such as Adrian, Blissfield, Irish Hills, Tecumseh, Fenton, Monroe, Port Huron, and Ann Arbor - the proud home of the University of Michigan.
Cold weather is not a deterrent to Michigan residents.
Climate - Southeast Michigan is the warmest region in the state with summer temperatures averaging 70 degrees F (above 21 degrees C) but it is not infrequent for days to reach the high 80s.
www.wildernet.com /pages/area.cfm?areaID=MITRSE&CU_ID=165   (871 words)

  
 ACR Michigan Southeast Chapter
Southeast Michigan ADR practitioners have convened in an effort to bring the principles, resources and expertise of ACR to local Michigan residents by establishing a Michigan - Southeast Chapter for ACR.
The Southeast Michigan chapter of ACR enables ACR members to get involved with other practitioners in their local communities and provide opportunities for local meetings and projects.
We are enthusiastic that ACR Michigan - Southeast will become a core component in our region's Dispute Resolution environment and that you will become an important part of this exciting development.
www.mediate.com /acrmichigan   (170 words)

  
 Southeast Michigan Greenways
Southeast Michigan Greenways is a vision for a regional greenway network for Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties.
Guided by public involvement, the project has developed a bold vision that calls for the creation of a network of greenways - a network that is easily accessible to 4.5 million people.
Beside creating the vision, Southeast Michigan Greenways addresses the practical matters needed to implement the vision.
www.greenwaycollab.com /SEMG.htm   (205 words)

  
 Michigan Cabins, Cottages, and Home Rentals
Lake of the Woods resort in Decatur Michigan is conveniently located 6 miles south of I94 approximately 2 hours northeast of Chicago or 2 hours west of Detroit.
If you are planning on fishing or hunting while vacationing in Michigan then you must purchase a license so you may be permitted to do so.
The Lodge is a classic 75 year-old resort on the shores of Houghton Lake, Michigan's largest inland body of water.
www.rentalsinmichigan.com   (486 words)

  
 GreatLakesLodging.Com : Southeast Michigan Region
Southeast Michigan is dominated by the Detroit and Flint metro areas.
Interesting towns to visit are Frankenmuth, Michigan's "German" town, Dearborn, home of Henry Ford and the automobile, and Detroit.
Among the better are the University of Michigan Natural History Museum in Ann Arbor, The Detroit Science Museum downtown and the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn.
www.greatlakeslodging.com /regions/michigan/semichigan.shtml   (345 words)

  
 WELCOME | Southeast Michigan Land Conservancy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Formed in 1991, the Superior Land Conservancy has protected over 700 acres in Superior Township (Washtenaw County, Michigan) for farming and natural habitat, established three nature preserves, fostered a Township Wetlands Ordinance, and raised nearly $2 million through public and private grants and donations.
SLC is a volunteer run, member supported, not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting natural and agricultural landscapes in Superior Township and Washtenaw County Michigan.
SLC is only able to do this with contributions of volunteer time and financial donations made by people like you.
www.southeastmichiganlandconservancy.org /slc.shtml   (199 words)

  
 Emerald Ash Borer Changes Southeast Michigan Landscape   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
As you drive through Southeast Michigan you can see the unfortunate evidence of a new exotic insect from Asia — the Emerald Ash Borer.
At this point, there is no specific knowledge on how the borer arrived in Michigan, though it is suggested that the borer entered the United States in wood packaging from China, eastern Russia, Japan or Korea.
With more than 700 million ash trees in Michigan, the state has acted aggressively by enacting a statewide quarantine to prevent further spread, and establishing a task force comprised of experts and officials from state and federal agencies and universities that has cooperatively developed a comprehensive strategy to detect, contain and eradicate Emerald Ash Borer.
www.michigan.gov /mda/0,1607,7-125-1568_2390_18298_18305-68970--,00.html   (331 words)

  
 Michigan
The state of Michigan has 5 five locations with residential treatment facilities for men suffering from alchohol and drug addiction.
The Southeast Michigan ARC has 2 campuses serving the greater Detroit community.
The Salvation Army operates a fifth ARC in western Michigan in Grand Rapids at 1491 South Division Street.
www.usc.salvationarmy.org /usc/www_usc_arc.nsf/vw-sublinks/80256D2C0037B69686256BD6006A107A?openDocument   (168 words)

  
 Top20Detroit.com - Your Top20Guide to Detroit, MI.
In 1796 Detroit and its surrounding areas passed to the United States, and from 1805 to 1847 the town was the territorial and state capitol of Michigan.
In 1999, the Michigan legislature removed the locally elected board and replaced it with a board appointed by the mayor and governor, with the board selecting a CEO to run the schools.
The Michigan Court of Appeals in 2005 determined that the authority lacks the ability to act under Michigan law; plans to integrate the systems are on hold.
www.top20detroit.com   (5234 words)

  
 Michigan southeast michigan criminal records - Search through the databases
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 Southeast Michigan Business Directory
Michigan Flooring Company specializes in Commercial and Residential Epoxy Floor Coatings for high traffic Floors, Cement Floors, Garage Floors, Industrial Floors and other high Traffic Floor Coating Applications in Macomb County and Michigan.
Michigan Coupons and Macomb County Coupons at Macomb 50 are Seniors Coupons in Macomb County from the leading Macomb County Businesses.
Michigan Nursery and Greenhouse Hessell's Greenhouse Nursery Macomb County specializes in Annual Flowers, Perennial Flowers and Vegetable Plants.
www.bonnerhills.com /Business_Links.htm   (1233 words)

  
 Red Cross Celebrates 100 Years in Southeast Michigan | American Red Cross in Southeastern Michigan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
To learn more about the Red Cross’s “Celebrating 100 Years of Humanitarian Service in Southeast Michigan” and how to support the organization, visit www.semredcross.org or call (313) 833-2664.
The Southeastern Michigan Chapter of the American Red Cross is the organization that turns caring into action by providing disaster relief and helping people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
We are volunteer-driven and reflect the diversity of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.
www.semredcross.org /news/pr/Pr_2005/gen_061505.htm   (847 words)

  
 Southeast Michigan Naturists   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Southeast Michigan Naturists is an organization of clothing-optional enthusiasts.
Events to allow the fullest participation of all people, regardless of age and economic status to live their naturist philosophy.
Southeast Michigan Naturists was founded on October 15, 1995.
www.smnaturists.org   (117 words)

  
 Accommodation In Southeast Michigan
Find wonderful romantic getaways in Southeast Michigan, family vacations, ideas for relaxing in Southeast Michigan and great tours of Southeast Michigan.
Oakwood At Harbor House is Conveniently Located Minutes from the University of Michigan, Downtown Ann Arbor, Briarwood Mall and 3 Expressways.
The Lamp Post Inn is situated near the University of Michigan, adjacent to shopping at Lamp Post Plaza, and approximately 25 miles from Detroit Wayne...
www.realadventures.com /pages/michigan/southeast-accommodation.htm   (499 words)

  
 Southeast Michigan Technology Leaders Recognized at Fifth Annual Automation Alley Awards Gala   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Dauch Takes Top Honor DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Automation Alley, which drives the growth and image of Southeast Michigan's technology economy, announced the winners of its Fifth Annual Awards Gala at the Ford Conference and Event Center on Friday, Sept. 23.
His automotive experience includes positions as executive vice president of worldwide manufacturing at Chrysler, and group vice president of Volkswagen of America, where he helped launch the first major automotive transplant in the United States.
About Automation Alley Automation Alley drives the growth and image of Southeast Michigan's technology economy through a collaborative culture that focuses on workforce and business development initiatives.
www.prnewswire.com /cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/09-24-2005/0004114539&EDATE=   (459 words)

  
 Absolute Michigan SE - Southeast Michigan News, Links & Photos
Absolute Michigan is a collection of links, features, news and information about the state of Michigan made better every day by real folks.
Journey through Northern Michigan: Leelanau, Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Manitous, Sturgeon Bay, and all the places your spirit longs to be.
While you're here, why not learn about Advertising on Absolute Michigan (because this is where we pay for it all!).
absolutemichigan.com /southeast   (680 words)

  
 Welcome to the American Red Cross in Southeastern Michigan
Red Cross is now alerting area residents that the blood inventory of type O blood is at less than a twelve-hour supply in southeast Michigan.
Beginning this month, the Red Cross will be holding a ‘Give 100’ initiative to raise funds needed to support local programs and services due to a $400,000 shortfall in local contributions.
GM Foundation provided a new 2006 HUMMER H3 to the Southeastern Michigan Chapter of the American Red Cross to strengthen its emergency preparation and disaster response capability.
www.semredcross.org   (207 words)

  
 Southeast Michigan events - About National City - National City Corporation
The Southeast Michigan Community Relations affiliate is actively sponsoring events throughout this area, ranging from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Michigan Challenge Balloonfest, Lapeer Days to the Taylor Summerfest.
Bring your family out for some fun at one of the many National City sponsored events in your community this year.
National City is a sponsor of the largest Christmas parade in Michigan.
www.nationalcity.com /about/CommuRelations/MichiganEvents/Southeast   (619 words)

  
 Cribbage Club of S.E. Michigan #295
Both were mentioned in articles that appeared in the May 2006 Cribbage World Magazine, which is a benefit of joining the American Cribbage Congress.
Our Club, the first one in the Southeastern portion of Michigan, was sanctioned by the American Cribbage Congress on February 9, 2002, which we are proud to be a part of.
Any hyperlinks listed are the sole responsibility of the owner(s) of the website(s) and are not necessaryly the views and/or opinions of the Cribbage Club of SE Michigan.
www.geocities.com /cribbageclubofsemichigan   (396 words)

  
 Southeast Michigan Science Fair 2001   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The event is sponsored by the Exchange Club of Ann Arbor, Washtenaw Community College, the University of Michigan, The Ann Arbor News, and Southeastern Michigan Schools.
Held annually in May, the ISEF brings together over 1,200 students from 48 states and 40 nations to compete for scholarships, tuition grants, internships, scientific field trips and the grand prize: a trip to attend the Nobel Prize Ceremonies in Stockholm, Sweden.
Southeastern Michigan Science Fair exhibits are evaluated by judges on the basis of originality, scientific thought, thoroughness, accuracy, skill in workmanship, clarity, and dramatic value.
www.glerl.noaa.gov /news/events/2001/semisf   (374 words)

  
 Southeast Michigan Light Pollution Issues
With the passage of Michigan Public Act 57, 1993 (MCL 322.821-826), Michigan became the first state in the nation to designate a tract of land as a “Dark Sky Preserve,” where nighttime lighting is controlled with the intent of preserving an area for the enjoyment of the night sky.
There are two bills in the Michigan congress to extend the law.
Friday, February 24, 2006 10:38 PM This web server is provided by the University of Michigan; the University of Michigan does not permit profit making activity on this web server.
www.umich.edu /~lowbrows/light/dexter-issues.html   (492 words)

  
 Southeast Michigan State EFCU: Home Page
Southeast Michigan State Employees (SMSE) Federal Credit Union is a democratically controlled, co-operative financial institution.
SMSE Federal Credit Union was formed to serve employees of the State of Michigan and employees of local governments, working in Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties.
Family members and retirees of these groups are encouraged to join the credit union as well.
www.smsefcu.com   (213 words)

  
 Michigan Comnet
Michigan Comnet is an online community designed for nonprofit organizations and professionals.
Michigan Comnet offers numerous online tools to nonprofit organizations including a Community Calendar, Nonprofit Employment listings and a directory of online resources.
Michigan Comnet is a joint partnership of United Way for Southeastern Michigan and the University of Michigan School of Social Work
comnet.org   (206 words)

  
 Ash Utilization Options Project
The Southeast Michigan RC&D Council is addressing the emerald ash borer infestation (EAB) in Southeast Michigan in a positive way by implementing an Ash Utilization Options Grant from the USDA Forest Service Economic Action Program.
Through demonstration projects, training sessions, an inventory program, and education and outreach efforts, the Council is helping communities and businesses to develop value-added products from trees removed in EAB eradication programs.
The Southeast Michigan RC&D Council is offering several new grant opportunities to help businesses, communities, institutions, and organizations to find value in removed urban trees.
semircd.org /ash/index.php   (204 words)

  
 Henry Ford Hospital   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Serves more than 2.5 million people annually, and operates medical centers throughout Southeast Michigan and several hospitals, including Henry Ford...
Henry Ford Hospital is a hospital located in Detroit, Michigan and was founded in 1918 by Henry Ford as a philanthropic project.
Henry Ford Hospital Creates Operating Room of the Future - Henry Ford Health System of Detroit, Michigan is one of the nation's leading health care...
www.labway.com /henry-ford-hospital.html   (198 words)

  
 Juscot Real Estate Realtors Property Managers Principals - Northwest Ohio Southeast Michigan Key West Florida
Juscot is especially known for its expertise in investment property.
Juscot is one of the largest private, vertically integrated, individual parcel, real estate owners in the Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan region.
Our mission is to provide the best customer service, affordable, quality, short term or long term, pet-friendly housing to Northwest Ohio, Southeast Michigan, and Key West, Florida through apartment and home rentals and sales.
www.juscot.com   (192 words)

  
 Alpine Valley - Ski and Snowboard Southeast Michigan's Mountain of Fun!
A short drive brings you to the largest and most picturesque ski area southern Michigan has to offer.
You are sure to find just the "right" slope for your skiing ability among the choices at S. Michigan's largest ski area.
Experts will enjoy the challenge of "Everest" or any one of our seven advanced slopes - while beginning skiers may find the gentle slopes of "Easy Out" or "Solitude" to be just about all they can handle.
www.skialpinevalley.com   (265 words)

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