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The Trenton Trib
October 2010
MORE NEWS Mr. Handyman answers the call on National Day of Service In an ongoing effort of giving back to the community, Mr. Handyman of Southeastern Wayne County recently performed repair and maintenance jobs for worthy recipients — all without collecting a single penny in labor costs. As part of President Obama’s request to renew America through volunteerism, Mr. Handyman, a full-service repair and maintenance franchise, performed repair or service on local homes during its second annual National Day of Service Sept. 10. Locally, Mr. Handyman of Trenton donated 24 hours of service. Mr. Handyman has part-
nered with two nonprofits organizations to identify recipients more in need of services. The Senior Alliance works to help older persons and individuals with disabilities in southern and western Wayne County. Their number is (734) 7222830. The Information Center provides information and assistance to bring people and services together (734) 282-7171. “We were thrilled to be working with The Senior Alliance and The Information Center as part of Mr. Handyman’s National Day of Service campaign,” said Mark Slagle, owner of Mr. Handyman of Southeast-
ern Wayne County. “We are always looking for ways to give back to our community and we were excited to be a part of this national event to help others in need.” Lilly Polk, a wheelchair-bound recipient in Ecorse, had her door widened in her home so she can better maneuver in and out of her bedroom. Another person received a sink repair and another had a door knob fixed which was previously nailed shut. More than 100 United States and Canadian locations rallied around the cause and donate their skilled technicians’ time to a local charity of choice. Company execu-
The crew from Mr. Handyman with Lilly Polk of Ecorse. tives at the franchise system’s national headquarters aim to donate
more than 1,000 hours of work to homeless shelters, hospitals, senior
care centers, schools and churches, as well as nonprofits and individuals.
Trenton voters will get their say in state, court and school board seats when voting on Nov. 2 From Page 1
Libertarian Marlin John Brandys and two other candidates not affiliated with a party, Michael Khelbari and John Stewart. All Senate seats are four-year positions. Democrat Andrew Kandrevas, the incumbent in the 13th District House seat, is being challenged by Republican Cynthia Kallgren and Libertarian Jess Church. State representative seats go up for election every two years. There are three sixyear judge positions at 33rd District Court, and every two years one of the seats is put up to a vote. A large field of candidates in the August primary was reduced to challenger Jennifer Cole-
man Hesson and incumbent Ed Nykiel for the November run-off vote. Voters in Trenton precincts one through seven are part of the Trenton school district and will be asked to elect two School Board members from four people seeking the office. Challengers Rehman Bhatti and Tom Kinney are trying to unseat incumbents Marie Morris Conflitti and Bruce Wyke. Trenton residents in Precinct 8 in the northeast corner are part of the Riverview school district. Voters there also will be filling two seats. Incumbent Catherine Wells and three others are seeking two available seats. The three include Robert Hohlfelder, Cindy
Houdek and Heather Smiley. Trenton’s representative on the Wayne County Commission, Democrat Joseph Palamara, is being challenged for the 14th District seat by Republican C.B. Clark. Four candidates are on the ballot for the 14th District Congressional seat, including longtime incumbent John Conyers. Challenges include Republican Don Ukrainec, Libertarian Richard Secula and U.S. Taxpayers’ Marc Sosnowski. The ballot also includes a countywide quarter-mill renewal question for maintenance and improvements at several county parks, including Elizabeth Park
JFCC offers scheduled and walk-in yoga classes A free workshop called Healthy Body & Mind, which is a weekly seven-session workshop with a certified yoga instructor and therapist at the Josephine Ford Cancer Center, began Wednesday, Sept. 29. It runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and is open to ages 18 and up. The center also offers free ongoing walk-in yoga classes that are available to cancer patients and survivors on
Charity group plans November fundraiser Children with Hairloss is planning a Fundraising Ball at Laurel Manor in Livonia for Nov. 6. Call (734) 3794400 or visit the organization’s Website at www. childrenwithhairloss.us to download a flier with full details.
Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. JFCC is located at 19675 Allen Road in
Brownstown. There is a limit of one yoga class a week and those interested can call (734) 4793311 for more details.
“I support the THA….” The Trenton Hockey Association’s annual decal fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 9 RANDY CONFLITTI Realtor-Associate
(734) 671-1150 (B) (734) 771-5488 (C) randyconflitti@carolbollo.com
in Trenton. Polls open at 7 a.m. and anyone in line by the 8 p.m. closing time will get their opportunity to vote.
■ 33rd District Court Judge since 2004 ■ 13 years as the court’s administrator ■ 22 years as a practicing attorney ■ Former autoworker and steelworker ■ Member of St. Joseph Parish ■ 22-year member of Trenton Rotary (past president) ■ Co-founder and past advisor of the THS Interact Club ■ 15-year member of Trenton Knights of Columbus My combination of community involvement, experience and proven record has earned me the endorsement and support of respected community leaders, citizens and organizations. I’m personally asking for your support and for your vote on Nov. 2. As your judge, I pledge to continue to uphold the tradition of quality justice in the 33rd District Court while ensuring that our rights are protected and our community is kept safe.
Ed Nykiel
Reelect-Ed@Nykiel.net 734-775-5990
Thank you for your support!
Find detailed information about Judge Nykiel’s background and judicial accomplishments by visiting www.JudgeNykiel.com Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Ed Nykiel District Judge, P.O. Box 331, Trenton, MI 48183