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Jessica Strachan

Jessica Strachan is an award-winning journalist and Metromode's project editor for On The Ground Dearborn. Follow her on Twitter @JStrachanNews.

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Dearborn resident Khodr Farhat is a community leader and advocate for the blind, despite his own disability.  Photo by Jessica Strachan
Dearborn resident Khodr Farhat advocates for the blind, despite his own disability

His motto is simple: “I will shoot for the stars I cannot see.”

Reclaiming the Rouge River in Dearborn

A look at how Dearborn’s waterway went from a dumping ground to a cultural centerpiece

Dearborn opens new dog park

The dog days of summer are here in Dearborn.

Business full-speed ahead at Dearborn’s new Ford’s Garage restaurant

From the food to the bathroom decor, this place is not to be missed.

3 ways to meet your neighbors in Dearborn this month

Dog lovers, antique collectors, and foodies: Don’t miss these chances to connect with the community before August ends.

All-Stars day gives special meaning to Dearborn Homecoming

Everyone shines, regardless of ability, at Dearborn's Special All-Stars Day.

What’s drawing people into Dearborn?

Three stories of people who have come to call Dearborn home.

On the Ground journalism project launches in Dearborn

Join in, Dearborn, it’s time for some storytelling.

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