Residents of West Bloomfield may be experiencing déjà vu. Once again, a vacancy on the Township Board of Trustees has raised questions about transparency, public participation, and who gets a seat at the decision-making table.
Read MoreCrystal Thomas’ personal and professional journeys have been circuitous. Now that she looks back at them, she’s realized it was all God’s plan for her. “It’s almost impossible for me not to see God’s hand over my journeys,” she said. Born and raised in Warren, she moved to Las Vegas and Miami to pursue a dream to be a boxing trainer.
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Shortly after Dianna Rasha’s death from cancer in November of 2021, a woman stopped her sister Dalia Kejbou in the middle of Birmingham, crying. “No one calls and asks about me anymore,” she told her. “Dianna would just call and say, ‘Are you OK? What are you up to? What’s going on?’ Nobody does that anymore.”
Read MoreToday, families have more educational options than ever, from traditional public schools and Catholic or other religious-based schools to homeschooling. The right choice often depends on each family’s individual needs, priorities and values. For many families in our community, finding an education that incorporates faith into everyday lessons is especially important.
Read MoreOne of the most sentimental parts of childhood is the memories we make with our grandparents. They are often some of the first people to teach us about the fun and whimsical parts of life. One cherished memory that many people share is spending the night at their grandparents’ house.
Read MoreTwo years ago, Andrew Boji started posting his food on Instagram just for fun, with no plans to do anything more than entertain the family and friends he cooked for. He always made good food for everybody, and they always saw his passion. They wondered if he would open a restaurant, but that never occurred to the 33-year-old.
Read MoreMarket Square owner Johnny Karmo says he has known Papa Joe’s owners Tony and Joe Curtis for years and knew they had been looking to sell the upscale Birmingham grocery store. Early this year, a Realtor contacted Karmo’s son to see if they would be interested in purchasing the store after previous deals fell through.
Read MoreImagine walking into church on a Sunday morning. Light pours through the stained glass, and bells ring out as a sign of the Holy Spirit: Mass has begun. The choir starts to sing, the hymns fill the air, the priest walks up to the altar, and you can feel God standing in front of you.
Read MoreArt in buildings is more than just a visual treat; it’s a vital component of the character of the building and a celebration of community life and history. Art transforms ordinary places into vibrant cultural hubs, encouraging community engagement and fostering a sense of cultural identity.
Read MoreThe Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce welcomed approximately 300 attendees to its Annual Business Luncheon at the Sound Board Theater at MotorCity Casino Hotel. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield opened the program with remarks before FOX 2’s Roop Raj sat down separately with two statewide political figures.
Read MoreIn this month of Thanksgiving, we share photos of families gathered around the table, preparing meals, and breaking bread together. From Iraq to the United States, food has always been about more than nourishment.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation’s 8th Annual Gala was held on Friday, Sep. 25, 2026, at the Palazzo Grande. The event honored the late John Mansour, whose life reflected a deep commitment to community service, generosity, and compassion. The evening also helped spotlight the critical programs CCF provides, ranging from acculturation and career services to immigration, mental health, and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation (CCF) celebrated Kroger’s grand reopening and ribbon cutting on Oct. 3 at 18 Mile & Dequindre in Sterling Heights.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation (CCF) hosted its Fall Community Job Fair on Sep. 30, 2026. With 40 employers and 140 job seekers in attendance, the event created meaningful opportunities for networking, career exploration, and professional growth.
Read MoreThe CCF recently welcomed leadership from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services including: Amy Epkey, Director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services; Lynn Hendges, Manager of Housing and Homeless Services;
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation (CCF) continues to promote cultural understanding and strengthen services for the Chaldean community through its cultural awareness training initiatives.
Read MoreThe 45th Annual Chaldean Football League (CFL) Championship took place at Wylie E. Groves High School in Birmingham, MI, on Friday, October 9, 2026. The final game, known as the Chy Cup, came down to the Black team, led by Captain Dominic Kejbou, versus the Green team, led by Captain Lance Samona. Team Black was victorious, winning 24-13.
Read MoreIn Aleppo, St. Joseph’s Cathedral stands as a witness to a diocese built by its bishops, stone by stone, over years—from the Hall of the Virgin to the churches of Qamishli, Hasakah, and Tell Shamiya. Today, only a small number of Chaldeans remain in all of Syria, concentrated in a few cities, after young people and business owners have left.
Read MoreThe Assyrian American National Federation (AANF) hosted their 93rd annual convention at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago, Illinois from September 4-7. The Labor Day weekend featured a wide variety of topics and speakers, including a panel of American and Canadian returnees to Iraq, the first accredited Assyrian language and culture program in the US, and Assyrian Chaldean American advocacy concerning Iraq and the Nineveh Plains.
Read MoreA Night in Monaco, held on Friday, August 28, at Wabeek Club in Bloomfield Hills, was a tremendous success, raising more than $100,000 for The Children’s Foundation of Michigan on behalf of The Joe & Nora Barbat Family Foundation and Prime Concepts Detroit. The Monaco-inspired evening brought together generous supporters for a night of philanthropy and celebration, with proceeds supporting The Children’s Foundation of Michigan and its work on behalf of children across Michigan.
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