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“Cancer doesn’t just affect the patient; it affects the family,” she said. “So, it’s really good that you’re here and close by. We’re very

EASTPOINTE — More accusations of race discrimination have been made against Eastpointe Community Schools and district Superintendent Christina Gibson.

On Jan. 5 in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, former Eastpointe Community Schools employee Leah Black filed a lawsuit claiming she was discriminated against and forced to work in a hostile work environment because of her race.

RELATED: The plaintiff, who is Black, seeks monetary Meeting becomes damages and attorney fees. Attorneys Jeffrey Hart tense when board and Charissa Huang, of Smith Haughey Rice & member questions Roegge in Ann Arbor, are representing Black in superintendent’s the case. report•4A The school district and Gibson, who is white, have been charged with race discrimination, retaliation, creating a hostile work environment, and constructive discharge, which is also known as involuntary resignation. Black is requesting a trial by jury in the case.

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ROSEVILLE — According to a press release by the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, 31-year-old Shane Burns has been ordered to stand trial for stabbings in Roseville and St. Clair Shores last year.

On May 17, Burns allegedly stabbed 60-year-old Cheryl Ryan-Parsley multiple times, resulting in her death, in a parking lot on Gratiot in Roseville. He then reportedly drove to the area of 12 Mile Road and Harper Avenue in St. Clair Shores where he allegedly stabbed 43-year-old Robert Baecke multiple times at a bus stop, according to the

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EASTPOINTE — At the first Eastpointe Community Schools Board of Education meeting of 2024 — held Jan. 8 at Eastpointe City Hall — tension grew between Trustee Mary Hall-Rayford and President Jon Gruenberg when Hall-Rayford questioned Christina Gibson’s superintendent’s report.

Gibson presents a superintendent’s report at each school board meeting that spotlights upcoming events and accomplishments in the district. Hall-Rayford, however, believes the report also needs to reflect “the not-so-nice things going on.”

“We tend to get all the really nice, rainbow-sugary-type reports; however, there’s some other disturbing things going on out there that the community is concerned about and so am I,” Hall-Rayford said. “School performance — the grade is abysmal. We need to be transparent with the community and not just give them the pretty highlights, but all of it.”

When the subject came up, Gruenberg recommended that Hall-Rayford discuss the matter with the superintendent. Gibson of-

fered to make an appointment with HallRayford, who turned down the suggestion.

“Thank you, but I’m not interested in an appointment,” Hall-Rayford said. “I think the public needs to know exactly why we are having difficulty with performance, exactly why nothing has been said about impending lawsuits. I realize you can’t say a whole lot. But these are things that people want to know. They keep asking me. Personally, Hall-Rayford I said, Jon, they need to ask you.”

Gruenberg mentioned that people are free to come to the hearing of the public during the school board meetings.

“My email address is Gruenberg listed as well as, I believe, my phone number is,” Gruenberg said.

“People are free to contact us at any time.”

“Well, they don’t feel comfortable coming,” Hall-Rayford said. “They don’t feel like people are paying attention to them.”

“That’s fine. I don’t feel comfortable with people stating things about low perfor-

mance and things like that when I think that our administration has been very transparent when they give us our updates on every particular school,” Gruenberg said. “We’re as transparent as any other district out there.”

“I’m simply saying the public needs to be aware of all the things that are not so nice,” Hall-Rayford said.

The superintendent’s Jan. 8 report included information about the district’s newsletter that was mailed out in December, news about a district field trip, photos of an event called “Donuts with Dads,” and a brief “2023 Year in Review” video.

“The superintendent is trying to highlight the things going on good in the district,” Gruenberg said, banging the gavel.

“This is not a debate.”

“No, it’s not a debate,” Hall-Rayford said. “I’m going to say what I want to say here.”

“No, you’re not,” Gruenberg said, banging the gavel again.

“Yes, I am,” Hall-Rayford said.

“I’m sorry,” Gruenberg said. “We’re going to move on. Next item on the agenda is hearing of the public” “Well, I’ll talk over you. You can cut my mic off. I don’t really care,” Hall-Rayford

said. “At this point, there needs to be some accountability.”

Gruenberg then made a motion for a three-minute recess. The board voted 5-1 for the recess. Hall-Rayford voted against the measure; board member Addie M. Richardson was absent. After the recess, the board members reconvened for the meeting.

In a follow-up email, Gibson commented on the purpose of the superintendent’s report.

“The superintendent’s report has not traditionally been the place for these types of issues to be addressed with the board or the public, and has always been a vehicle to highlight upcoming events, as well as student and staff accomplishments,” she said.

“Furthermore, I believe in the concept of strengths-based leadership, which means finding and highlighting the positive and the strengths of what our staff and students are doing,” Gibson said. “It’s no secret that teaching and education can be incredibly challenging at times, and I firmly believe that taking the time to publicly highlight the good work being done in our schools is critical to the success of our students, teachers, principals and staff.”

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LEFT: In 2023, Steenland Elementary School students honor school board Treasurer Matthew McCartney. RIGHT: Kment Elementary School Principal Donovan Stec, right, presents school board President Theresa Genest with a jar of hearts with sentiments of thanks from the school’s teachers and students last year.

Local districts acknowledge January as Board Recognition Month

ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — School Board Recognition Month, held every January, is part of a national effort cosponsored by the Michigan Association of School Boards and the National School Boards Association to build community awareness and understanding about the role school boards play in their communities.

Depending on the district, some board members serve four-year terms while others serve six-year terms. A ceremony was planned to recognize the Roseville Community Schools Board of Education at its Jan. 22 meeting, after the Eastsider went to press. Staff and students from various schools were scheduled to attend the meeting to present gifts, letters and more to each board member.

At the Jan. 8 school board meeting, Eastpointe Community Schools Superintendent Christina Gibson acknowledged the district’s Board of Education.

“I don’t think the public understands the volume of work that goes into being a school board member. Lots of reading of material, lots of tough conversations, lots of advocacy inside of the community,” Gibson said. “I’d like to take this time to thank the school board for their dedication to this organization, and we will continue to find ways to celebrate all of you throughout the month of January. Congratulations and thank you for all that you do.”

ROSEVILLE — The outdoor concession stand at Roseville High School will receive a 3-ton minisplit cooling system.

At the Jan. 8 Roseville Community Schools Board of Education meeting, the school board approved 7-0 a bid for $18,318 to Metro Controls Inc. in Clinton Township for the indoor/outdoor unit.

Money from the general fund will cover the cost, including material and labor.

The board also approved 7-0 a motion for the Buildings and Grounds Department to bid out for backup power renovations that would add five generators in the district at Roseville High School, Roseville Middle School, Eastland Middle School, Kment Elementary School and Steenland Elementary School. Once a bid has been accepted by the school board, the project will begin.

City of Eastpointe relaunches email program

EASTPOINTE — Starting this month, Eastpointe has relaunched Constant Contact, an email program aimed at keeping residents informed on city updates, adult and youth programs and more.

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Now, as Ford’s corporate historian emeritus, he shares history about the company. On Feb. 4, the history buff will present “Ford in Aviation” at the Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society, 16600 Stephens Road. The presentation will begin at 2 p.m.

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Head Start employee dies after being found unresponsive in school parking lot

BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com

ROSEVILLE — Dort Elementary School educators are mourning the loss of a Head Start employee who was found dead in the school’s parking lot Jan. 16.

Roseville Community Schools Superintendent Mark Blaszkowski issued a letter to staff and parents to inform them that the employee had a medical emergency that morning.

According to the letter, she had arrived early at the building and was sitting in her car.

When some staff members checked to see if she was OK, they found her unresponsive.

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CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union is accepting applications through Feb. 27 for its annual scholarship program.

Credit union representatives are offering 33 scholarships of $2,500 each to help local students and educators reach career goals, and 14 scholarships of $2,000 each to support future first responders.

Scholarship applications can be submitted online at msgcu.org/scholarships. Nonmembers are welcome to apply for an MSGCU scholarship and must become a member if selected as a scholarship recipient.

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“They administered first aid and called Emergency Medical Services,” Blaszkowski said. “We were informed that she later passed away at the hospital.”

The cause of death was not disclosed.

Head Start, run through Macomb County, is most widely known for its preschool programs for 3- and 4-year-old children. Head Start educators are employed through Macomb County.

“Even though Head Start is a program run by Macomb County, and is not part of Roseville Community Schools, we still consider them part of our family,” Blaszkowski said.

“We would like to extend our deepest condocustodian and $5,000 in Cintas and Rubbermaid products and services to the winner’s school.

The other nine finalists will receive $1,000 each from Cintas, a cleaning supply package from Rubbermaid and complimentary tuition to one ISSA Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) virtual training event, valued at $1,500. In addition, the top three finalists will receive an all-expenses-paid trip for two to the ISSA Show North America in Las Vegas in November.

The contest is open to all elementary, middle, high school, college and university custodians who have worked at their school for at least two years.

Nominations must be 500 words or less about why the nominee is deserving of the award. Cintas will announce the top 10 finalists on March 5. The public can vote for their favorite custodian through April 12, and the finalist with the most votes will be crowned Custodian of the Year in the spring.

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NOTICE OF VOTER REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024 CITY OF EASTPOINTE, MICHIGAN MACOMB COUNTY To the qualified electors of the City of Eastpointe: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that any qualified elector of the City of Eastpointe who is not already registered, may register to vote at the Clerk’s Office; the Office of the County Clerk; at a Secretary of State branch office, or other designated state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at mi.gov/vote and mailed to the Eastpointe Clerk’s Office. Voters who are already registered may update their voter registration at www.expressSOS.com.

The last day to register to vote in any manner other than in-person with the Eastpointe Clerk’s Office is Monday, February 12, 2024.

After this date, anyone who qualifies as an elector may register to vote in person with proof of residency at the City of Eastpointe Clerk’s Office, located at 23200 Gratiot Ave., Eastpointe, MI 48021, as follows: • • •

Regular business hours: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Election Day, Tuesday, February 27, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

KINDLY TAKE NOTICE, that a Presidential Primary Election will be conducted in all voting precincts for the purpose of voting candidates seeking nomination to the Office of President of the United States.

A sample ballot may be viewed at mi.gov/vote, or obtained at the Eastpointe Clerk’s Office, 23200 Gratiot Ave. Eastpointe, MI 48201.

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Applications will be accepted by the Fire Department for eligible candidates by 4 p.m. Thursday, February 29, 2024.

At the time of submission of the application all applicants shall have the following qualifications: 1. United States Citizen 2. Attained the age of 18 3. Free of any abnormality of eyesight, and have at least 20/40 uncorrected vision and 20/30 corrected vision with adequate color and depth perception.

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7. Must have obtained either a Firefighter II Certificate and basic EMT-B license or State of Michigan Paramedics license with a current ACLS certification.

Upon receiving a Conditional Offer of Employment, all applicants must have the following additional qualifications: 8. Health and physical capacity for the position for which the applicant is applying as determined by an examining physician.

9. Will be required to take a psychological exam.

10. No physical or mental disabilities that would adversely affect job performance. Firefighter applicants are required to be in possession of one of the following: a valid Fire Service Joint Labor-Management Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), as endorsed by the IAFF and the IAFC, the Army Occupational Physical Assessment Test (OPAT) or the Oakland County, MI pre-employment physical agility test.

11. Must be licensed as a Paramedic, with current ACLS Certification, as recognized by the State of Michigan and have obtained a Firefighter II certificate.

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Bloomfield Hills Public Schools middle school students play basketball, which district officials said is a cut sport due to allowable roster sizes.

Middle school sports — to cut, or not to cut?

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utting students from middle school sports teams is a topic that’s sure to spark debate, especially among par-

Supporters of no-cut sports say the goal of school-based athletics should be to encourage inclusivity, allowing students of all athletic types to contribute to a team while learning personal growth and development, healthy communication, and a team-oriented work ethic.

Those on the other side of the fence argue that cuts are necessary to prepare children for the disappointments experienced in adulthood and to assure the space, time and resources that each team needs won’t be spread too thin.

Most, if not all, public schools in the area offer students the opportunity to try out for, or be automatically welcomed on, a middle school sports team.

Bloomfield Hills Schools offers several athletic opportunities within its two middle schools.

“We’ve had both cut and no-cut sports since before my taking over as the athletic director 18 years ago,” said Mike Cowdrey, the athletic director for Bloomfield Hills Schools.

“At the middle school level, we have as large

an offering as any middle school that I’m aware of.”

The district, Cowdrey explained, looks at roster sizes when determining if a sport should be cut or no-cut.

“It’s a cut sport strictly based on roster size and what we can handle as a team, effectively work with, and participate in a game,” he said. “For our middle school basketball, we carry 15, because we have a rule in the middle school league that we play in. The first half is actually three periods, not two, and the first period you play your starting five, the second period you play your next five, and the third period you play your third five. That is based on talent and ability level. Then in the second half, which is only two periods, you play whoever you’d like. Even though it is a cut sport, everyone on the team plays at the middle school level in our league.”

A few of the teams students must try out for include travel basketball, tennis, soccer and volleyball, to name a few.

Over at Lakeview Public Schools, Sean Zaborowski, the executive director of athletics and operations, said that, typically, sports that do cuts have roster limitations, which is what makes cuts necessary. At the middle school level, boys and girls basketball and volleyball have cuts, while football, cross country, wrestling, swim and track do not have cuts.

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Education costs are steadily on the rise, making it increasingly challenging for prospective students to pursue their goals. Community Choice Foundation, the charitable arm of Community Choice Credit Union, is currently accepting applications for its 2024 scholarship program to help offset rising tuition costs for students of all ages.

Community Choice believes the pursuit of an education holds immense value, extending far beyond academic achievement. It’s a gateway to personal development, equipping individuals with the tools necessary to navigate and contribute effectively to the world. In an era where knowledge and skills are the currencies of success, education becomes a crucial investment in the future. It fosters critical thinking, enhances social awareness and promotes lifelong learning — skills that are indispensable in today’s fastpaced, ever-changing landscape.

Each year, Community Choice Foundation grants 25 scholarships totaling $100,000 to students across the state. These scholarships are available for those seeking to further their instate education at universities, through skilled trade programs or within continuing education courses. The scholarships are available to both credit union members and non-members in Michigan who are planning to attend Michigan-based educational institutions.

The program’s impact is far-reaching, with previous scholarship recipients hailing from diverse areas across metro Detroit and the communities of Warren, Roseville and Southfield.

“Last year, we had 2,500 applicants for our Scholarship Program,” said Kevin McAlpine, executive director, Community Choice Foundation. “This remarkable level of interest demon-

strates the program’s significant impact and the growing recognition of its benefits within each community.”

Scholarships are awarded to students based on their academic performance and community involvement. Applicants are also required to submit a short video and essay describing how they plan to continue making a positive impact in their community and Michigan throughout their career.

To qualify, applicants must live in Michigan, plan on attending a Michigan college or university and pledge to stay in Michigan after graduation or completion of their education program.

A minimum 3.0 GPA is required as well as a demonstrated commitment to volunteerism or public service. Recipients are encouraged but do not have to be members of Community Choice Credit Union.

“Our scholarship recipients are not just required to excel academically, but also to actively contribute to their local communities through volunteering and civic participation,” McAlpine added.

Since 2009, the Community Choice Foundation Scholarship Program has awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships statewide. This year’s scholarships include: $5,000 awards for graduating high school seniors who plan to attend college in Michigan; continuing education scholarships — with amounts ranging from $2,500 to $5,000, depending on the chosen program and available funds at the time of awarding; and $2,500 scholarships to students seeking vocational training or certification through accredited programs.

“When a student receives a scholarship, they are pledging to use their education to Give Big™ in Michigan by living and working in the state after graduating or completing their vocational training,” McAlpine said.

A strong commitment to Give Big™ is essential for individuals who aspire to further their education at a Michigan college, university or trade school. It is crucial that each recipient’s commitment extend beyond academic endeavors. Individuals must not only embrace the cred-

it union ethos of “people helping people,” but also demonstrate this through volunteer efforts in schools and communities.

Additionally, applicants must submit a PDF copy of their completed FAFSA, which highlights their household income and gives the foundation an understanding of their financial needs.

“It’s also beneficial to mention a teacher or leader who can attest to the applicant’s character, contributions and ability to make a difference,” McAlpine explained.

Lastly, a commitment to the future of the state of Michigan is imperative. This is exhibited by choosing to stay in Michigan, joining the workforce and contributing to communities in an effort to uphold and enrich the state.

McAlpine added: “A healthy state economy includes talented, passionate workers in a variety of fields — from medical professionals to accountants, to teachers and electricians — and we’re committed to helping young people achieve their dreams. By supporting students financially, it enables them to focus on their studies and personal growth without the burden of financial constraints. This support is not just an investment in the individual but a contribution to the broader community and the state of Michigan, as these educated individuals are likely to become the next leaders, innovators and change-makers. We recognize the tremendous number of opportunities and various paths available to students who are committed to achieving their career goals and contributing to our great state. It’s one of the many reasons we have expanded this scholarship program in recent years.”

Applications are being accepted through February 29, 2024. To learn more about Community Choice Foundation’s scholarship program or start an application, visit www.communitychoicecu.com/scholarships. Recipients will be named by April with an awards ceremony taking place in May. 0016-2404

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AgeWays is Still Your First Stop for Resources for Seniors and Family Caregivers

The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a new name and a new logo.

The organization is now known as AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services, or AgeWays for short.

The agency chose AgeWays because it better reflects its mission: Helping older adults age in the ways they choose and giving the tools to

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family caregivers to support those choices. It is also easier to remember and to pronounce.

“I’m hoping our new name opens up a new level of awareness and we draw many more people to our agency looking for services and direction,” says Michael Karson, CEO and President of AgeWays. “We are looking forward to serving older adults and family caregivers with innovative programming and services for the next 50 years.”

AgeWays offers person-centered resources, services, and programs ranging from respite care to homebound meals to transportation and Medicare counseling for residents in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties. AgeWays’ free classes and seminars support the emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being of older adults and family caregivers where they are.

AgeWays is also a reliable ally on the local, state, and federal levels. Its advocacy team works closely with elected officials and community foundations to bolster home-based services, to boost pay for home health aides, and to support family caregivers.

One of the more pressing national and local issues is the shortage of paid and unpaid caregivers. Using its expertise in helping the most vulnerable populations, AgeWays has added important new initiatives to support family caregivers: The Respite Services Voucher program provides up to $575 per year family to hire a temporary caregiver for their loved one. Trualta is an online educational platform with a treasure trove of content that covers almost every challenge that faces family caregivers.

Area Agencies on Aging were established in the federal Older Americans Act (OAA) of 1973 to help older Americans and their caregivers live quality lives with independence and dignity. AgeWays was formed a year later—in 1974—as the Area Agency on Aging 1-B. Although it now has a new name, AgeWays remains an Area Agency on Aging, drawing its funding from a combination of federal OAA and state Health and Human Services dollars. It is one of 16 in the state and 622 nationwide. It remains the largest such Area Agency on Aging in Michigan.

The organization’s website address is now AgeWays.org. You can learn more about the organization’s new name at AgeWays.org/NewName.

To learn more about AgeWays’ programs, call 800-852-7795, a number that remains as a trusted source of information for older adults and caregivers.

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“Parents typically understand that there are limits to roster sizes and know that, in a sport like basketball or volleyball, we can only carry 12-15 players,” Zaborowski said in an email.

When asked if the district had ever considered registering two teams for the same school in the same age group, Zaborowski said it’s not something they could do because of the league they are in.

“The league that we play in, our middle school league, they don’t do that, so we can only have one seventh grade team and one eighth grade team for football, basketball, volleyball and those sports,” he said.

Whether a student makes a team or doesn’t, all Bloomfield Hills district coaches have individual meetings with each student to share the news.

“For every coach in our district, the worst thing they have to do is make cuts,” said Cowdrey. “They absolutely hate it, because it’s hard to tell a young person who came out there and tried and wanted to be on the team that, unfortunately, they didn’t make it.”

When sharing unfortunate news,

coaches try to explain where a student may have come up short and give them examples of the areas in which they may need to get better so they can improve their chances for the next tryout session.

Some may opt to try out for a no-cut sport — like football, cross country, swimming, diving, wrestling, track and field, lacrosse, and more — which also allows students to travel to compete against other schools. No-cut sports are a great opportunity for students who want to try something new, without the stress of tryouts.

Since no-cut teams are typically larger, there is no guarantee that each student will get equal playing time, but they are guaranteed a spot on the team.

“Our football team, which is a non-cut sport at the middle school level, while everyone may not play in the game, if both teams have enough kids on their teams, we have a halftime game where those kids who are not starters or are not large contributors to the actual game get to play a shortened game at halftime so they get to participate as well,” Cowdrey said. “That’s something we’ve done for a long time.”

Many schools across the state, including Bloomfield Hills, are seeing a decreased number of student football players.

“Some of those halftime games have

been lessened and are not actually taking place because teams might not have enough on their team to do that,” Cowdry noted.

When there are large roster sizes in sports, like football and track, Zaborowski said Lakeview coaches try to ensure that participants get some time in the games each time they play.

“At the middle school level, many of the sports rules in our league have requirements for players to get into the games for a minimum amount of time. This helps parents at least see their child participate in the games each time they play. For the most part, the parents appreciate knowing their child will be participating in each game if they are on a sports team,” he wrote.

Within the Bloomfield Hills district, all students also have the opportunity to join one of the middle school no-cut intramural sports teams — including basketball, soccer and volleyball — which do not compete against other schools.

Because Lakeview Middle School — like many other middle schools in the area — runs four sports seasons, students are able to try multiple sports at the middle school level.

“As an example, our boys basketball season and wrestling seasons do not occur at the same time, so a player could try both sports

in the same school year,” Zaborowski wrote.

If a student gets cut from a school team, they have the option of trying out a no-cut sport at the middle school or playing recreationally, if they still want to pursue playing the sport they were cut from.

“If a player were to get cut from volleyball — which is a fall sport — the coaches typically encourage them to try another sport, which could be cross country that also happens in the fall,” Zaborowski said in an email. “If a player were to get cut from basketball — as an example — the coaches have encouraged them to try to still play, and there are local options that allow players to participate … such as the St. Clair Shores Parks and Recreation basketball league that starts in mid-January.”

Whatever the sport or team composition, Cowdry agrees that students learn a number of things by participating in athletics — like teamwork, time management, how to deal with adversity, hard work, dedication and many other life lessons.

“Most importantly, athletics is an extension of the classroom, so we’re learning life lessons through sports. We would like to win some games along the way, but really that’s not our goal,” Cowdrey said.

Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

CRIME WATCH

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To all Qualified Electors in the City of Eastpointe: ESTABLISHMENT OF EARLY VOTING SITE

EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, a suspect broke out the window of a car while it was parked in the 23000 block of Rausch Avenue, in the area of Nine Mile Road and Gratiot Avenue, sometime on Jan. 13. The suspect is said to be the ex-boyfriend of the victim. Police were investigating.

Police locate missing woman

EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, Nia Holliday, an Eastpointe woman who went missing Nov. 11, was found safe in the city of Detroit on Jan. 16 after law enforcement received tips from the woman’s family. Investigations were ongoing.

Car thief takes Chrysler 300

EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, a gray four-door 2014 Chrysler 300 was stolen overnight Jan. 16-17 from the 16000 block of Forest Avenue, which is in the area of Stephens Road and Gratiot Avenue. Officers discovered shattered glass on the ground where the victim’s vehicle had been parked. Police were investigating.

If you know more about these incidents or others, call Eastpointe police at (586) 445-5100.

— Andy Kozlowski

NOTICE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024 CITY OF ROSEVILLE, MI

Eastpointe Memorial Library 15875 Oak Street Eastpointe, Michigan 48021 Please Be Noticed, that all qualified electors in Eastpointe have the right to mark a ballot and deposit the ballot in a tabulator beginning the second Saturday before an election and ending the Sunday before the election.

Please Be Advised, that Eastpointe’s Early Voting will be available at the Early Voting Site for the following days/hours: Beginning February 17, 2024 and Ending February 25, 2024.

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CITY OF ROSEVILLE NOTICE OF PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION ATTENTION ROSEVILLE VOTERS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: the Presidential Primary Election will be held in the City of Roseville, County of Macomb, State of Michigan on: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024 The polling places for this Election is listed below:

TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any qualified elector of the City of Roseville who is not already registered, may register to vote at the office of the Roseville City Clerk; the office of the Macomb County Clerk; a Secretary of State branch office, or other designated state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at mi.gov/vote and mailed to the Roseville City Clerk. Voters who are already registered may update their registration at www.expressSOS.com The last day to register in any other manner other than in-person with the local clerk is Monday, February 12, 2024.

After this date, anyone who qualifies as an elector may register to vote in person with proof of residency (MCL 168.492) at the Roseville Clerk’s office, located 29777 Gratiot Roseville, MI 48066 at the following times: • Regular business hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

• Election Day, Tuesday, February 27, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Roseville will be voting on the following listed below: • Presidential Primary Election MICHIGAN ELECTION LAW STATES: In order to vote at a Presidential Primary, an elector shall indicate in writing, on a form prescribed by the Secretary of State, which participating political party ballot he or she wishes to vote when appearing to vote. These forms include the application for absentee ballot or application to vote in the precinct.

PERSONS ENTITLED to be registered voters in Roseville must possess the following qualifications on or before the day of the election: (1) a citizen of the United States; (2) not less than 18 years of age; If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the Roseville City Clerk, located at 29777 Gratiot, Roseville, MI 48066, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at (586) 445-5443.

Jennifer A. Zelmanski Roseville City Clerk

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The City Clerk’s Office will be open Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 6:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Persons qualified to vote by absentee ballot for the Presidential Primary Election may vote in person at the City Clerk’s office up to 4:00 pm, on Monday, February 26, 2023.

The Polls for said election will open at 7:00 a.m. and remain open until 8:00 p.m. of said Election Day. Respectfully Submitted,

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**Persons with special needs as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the City Clerk’s office Published: Eastsider 01/24/2024

NOTICE is hereby given by resolution of the Eastpointe Election Commission under authority granted in Public Act 81 of 2023, that the location of the early voting site for all federal and statewide election dates will be held at the following location:

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Lawsuit

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File photo by Patricia O’Blenes

Eastpointe Community Schools and district Superintendent Christina Gibson, pictured, have been named in a lawsuit by a former employee who says she was discriminated against because of her race.

in 2017 as an administrative assistant at Kelly Middle School, which is now called Eastpointe Middle School. One year later, Black became a grant specialist.

During her employment, Black applied for and/or expressed interest in several positions, including human resource specialist, grants coordinator, administrative assistant to the superintendent and athletic director.

In her complaint, Black states each position was given to either a white female or white male rather than her.

“Plaintiff was more qualified for each of the positions than the white individuals who ultimately were given the position,” court records state.

During the 2020-2021 school year, Eastpointe Community Schools received Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund grants, also known as “ESSER.” The federal grant money was distributed to assist public schools across the state with funding that was lost during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the complaint, Black said the district provided ESSER grant money to white staff members but failed “to provide

Hoops from page 3A

Past McDonald’s All American Games have featured some of the premier talents in professional and college basketball today, including Jayson Tatum, Trae Young, Candace Parker, Kevin Durant, Breanna Stewart, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.

“This moment is really a culmination of the hard work each of these athletes have put into this

game — all those long hours on the court, in the gym and classroom,” Joe Wootten, McDonald’s All American Games Selection Committee chairman, said in a press release. “My father, Morgan Wootten, co-founded this game over four decades ago, giving high school athletes a national platform to showcase their skills on the biggest stage. It means so much to me and my family to continue his legacy and give athletes this special moment to shine.”

Call Sports Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.

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Moving forward, Gibson said she plans to include more information about the district’s processes and procedures in the superintendent’s report “to help the community better understand how and when data is collected and presented both internally and externally.”

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Gibson has been superintendent since July 1, 2022. Prior to that she served as assistant superintendent. During that tenure, she received the 2021 Michigan Association for Media in Education Service Award for School Administrators.

This is the third lawsuit in recent months that has been filed against Gibson and the district.

On July 14, former Eastpointe High School Principal Asenath Jones filed a formal complaint against Gibson and the school district accusing the superintendent of creating a hostile work environment, race discrimination and retaliation.

One month later, on Aug. 23, former secondary administrator Renita Williams filed a lawsuit against Gibson and the school district. Williams brought the action because she said she was discriminated against because of her race and suffered inequality, retaliation and a hostile work environment.

Jones and Williams are being represented by Hart and Huang, the same attorneys for Black. The plaintiffs are asking for jury trials. Both lawsuits are pending.

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the same grant to black employees which included the plaintiff.”

In the lawsuit, Black said that as a result of the racism, she sustained monetary damages, including loss of earnings and reputation, and dishonor within the educational community. Black said she also felt “indignity, humiliation, shame and embarrassment.”

The formal complaint states Black was “forced to look elsewhere for work because of her feelings of indignity and little worth to the Eastpointe Community Schools as evidenced by defendants’ blatant racially discriminatory conduct.”

The lawsuit also states that after Black left the district, Gibson “made it a mission to intimidate plaintiff and told the plaintiff that she was watching her and knew her superintendent in her new school.” The lawsuit did not disclose where Black is currently working.

When contacted via email about the lawsuit, Gibson provided the following statement: “We have been and are continuing to work with district legal representation to address these allegations,” Gibson said. “While we cannot comment specifically on pending litigation, we are prepared to defend vigorously against these allegations as we continue our work to serve and educate the children

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City Council awards bid for Sprenger Avenue resurfacing

EASTPOINTE — At its Jan. 9 meeting, Eastpointe City Council voted to approve a bid award to have a stretch of Sprenger Avenue repaved.

Sprenger Avenue between Virginia and Boulder avenues failed the current Pavement Surface Evaluation Rating, aka PASER. Work will include resurfacing the street as well as concrete base repairs, concrete curb and gutter replacement, and the replacement of accessible ramps, according to the council’s agenda item packet.

Additionally, storm sewer crossing and drainage structures within the roadway will be inspected and repaired as necessary.

City Council voted to approve a bid by Great Lakes Contracting Services LLC, of Waterford, in the amount of $323,820.75. Of that, $150,000 will be paid for by a federal Community Development Block Grant. The remainder of the funding will be from the city’s local road funds.

As of press time, no date has been set for construction to begin.

Council schedules public hearing for proposed changes to Nine Mile project

EASTPOINTE — At the City Council’s Dec. 5 meeting, the council voted to put the Nine Mile Road reconstruction project on hold to allow time to review other design options.

While funding for the project had been secured since September, construction bids received for the second phase of construction, which covers the stretch of Nine Mile Road between Beechwood and Gratiot avenues, saw an increase of 27% due to an increase in the price of concrete.

Once funding was approved in September, the city had one year to begin construction before it would lose funding. Now, due to City Council voting to reject the previous bids, the city has to present a redesign, gather bids and begin construction before September, Ryan Kern, a senior project engineer from Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick Inc., the city’s engineering firm, said at the Dec. 5 meeting.

At the City Council’s Jan. 9 meeting, the council decided that a public hearing regarding proposed changes will be held during the council’s Feb. 6 meeting. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 23200 Gratiot Ave. — BRIAN WELLS

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The cancer center, located at 30550 Utica Road, opened in December 2022, and since that time has undergone an expansion and renovation.

The 6,000-square foot facility has eight infusion bays, a negative pressure room, and a pharmacy where the pharmacists can mix the medications needed for patients receiving chemotherapy on the day of treatment.

A negative pressure room is a room that keeps patients with infectious illnesses isolated from others.

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute’s main headquarters is located in Detroit. With the Roseville location up and running, it will be closer for residents so they don’t have to travel to the Detroit headquarters or the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Macomb, Ted B. Wahby Cancer Center in Mount Clemens. Three doctors are on-site at the medical oncology clinic in Roseville: Tarik Hadid, Ammar Sukari and John Wallbillich.

Hadid specializes in treating patients with multiple cancers, including lung cancer, head and neck cancer, thymic cancer, thyroid cancer, mesothelioma, and esophageal cancers. He is also an associate professor of oncology at the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit.

Sukari has a special interest in immuno-oncology, head and neck cancer, and thoracic oncology. He is an active clinical and scientific member of Karmanos whose research focuses on improving treatment strategies for patients with head, neck and

Suspect from page 3A

biting at his wrists. When ordered to stop by an officer, a struggle ensued, and Burns was allegedly able to grab a knife from the officer and slit his own wrists.

“During a search of the defendant’s vehicle police found a shotgun, 9mm firearm, and a large amount of ammunition,” the release said.

Burns was charged with first-degree murder, assault with intent to commit murder, disarming a police officer and various weapons offenses. He faces up to life in prison.

According to court records, in the months since he was charged, Burns was twice referred for forensic psychiatric evaluation to determine if he can be held responsible for his alleged actions and assist in his own defense.

lung cancers.

Wallbillich is a member of the Gynecologic Oncology Multidisciplinary Team at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and an assistant professor in the Department of Oncology at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Wallbillich specializes in comprehensive surgical and medical management for women with gynecologic cancers.

“One of the major draws to this location is that we’re able to provide patients with the best cancer care close to their homes. Access to clinical trials is very critical in cancer care, and we’re able to access patients for clinical trials here,” Hadid said. “Those are the two major opportunities we provide to patients at Karmanos in Roseville. One of the other things is providing specialty care to the patient. They’ll have more comprehensive care about the disease they are treating.”

Karmanos Cancer Center Vice President Christopher Graunstadt shared the vision of the Karmanos Cancer InstituteRoseville.

“Dr. Hadid, Dr. Wallbillich and others that practice out here know this sort of medicine better than anybody else. They’ll prescribe therapies. We can produce the therapies on-site. And then we have space for our nurses and our oncology patient navigators and the entire support team that cares for patients,” Graunstadt said. “It’s more than just getting chemotherapy and seeing a doctor.

Cancer is a journey and we support patients throughout that journey.”

He also talked about the behind-thescenes work it took to build the cancer facility.

“The building is wonderful. The space is wonderful but you also need a medical The case has now been bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court by 39th District Court Judge Kathleen Tocco.

Burns remains jailed on a $10 million cash or surety bond. His arraignment was scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Jan. 22 in Macomb County Circuit Court in front of Judge Jennifer Faunce, after press time.

“Our commitment to the safety of our community is resolute, and we will vigorously pursue justice and ensure accountability for these senseless acts,” Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in the release.

Roseville police had no further comment about the case at press time. Warren police could not be reached for comment.

“We’re just glad the case is moving forward,” St. Clair Shores Police Chief Jason Allen said in an email.

Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.

records system to be built to support all of this,” he said. “You need to have physicians engaged, and you need to work with Medicare and insurance companies. You need to get supplies delivered. It’s all the little things to go from nothing to a comprehensive cancer center.”

Eastpointe Mayor Pro Tem Cardi DeMonaco Jr., Roseville Mayor Robert Taylor and Fraser Mayor Michael Lesich all attended the showcase.

“I just want to welcome Karmanos to the city of Roseville. The fact that it’s centrally located between Fraser and Eastpointe, it’s going to make our seniors so much happier,” Taylor said. “Convenience for everyone makes everybody feel that much better.

Sure, when you have a disease or you have an illness, it’s bad, but the convenience helps.

I’ve been up to the Karmanos in Mount Clemens; you folks do a wonderful job. It’s some of the best people, doctors in the world. I want to say I’m glad you’re here.”

Karmanos Cancer Hospital and Network President Brian Gamble also addressed the crowd about the Karmanos Cancer Institute-Roseville.

“McClaren (Health Care System) purchased Karmanos in 2014. Since that time, we’ve been building ambulatory care sites around the state. Today we have 16 sites

where cancer services are provided around the state, this site, Roseville, being No. 16,” Gamble said. “This is part of our strategy of taking cancer care to the patients.”

To learn more about the Karmanos Cancer Institute-Roseville, visit karmanos. org/roseville or call (800) KARMANOS. Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.

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Biggby Coffee drive-thru location opens in Roseville A new Biggby Coffee drive-thru location has opened in Roseville at 30760 Little Mack Ave. in the Meijer parking lot at the intersection of 13 Mile Road and Little Mack.

First-time small-business owners Matt and Michelle Lorenz and Matt and Wendy Zelond said that opening this location was a dream fulfilled.

“We are excited to bring Biggby Coffee and the convenience of a drive-thru location to the Roseville community. By sharing a parking lot with Meijer, we brought together two classic Michigan brands — a winning combination.”

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THE GRAMMYS ACROSS 1. Moonshine maker 6. *Artist with most 2024 Grammy nominations 9. Not his 13. “Roots” author 14. That guy 15. Full of emotion (2 words) 16. Relating to #3 Down 17. Tarzan’s mom, e.g.

18. Caribbean island destination 19. *The Recording ____, voting organization 21. *”What Was I Made For?” movie 23. *”A Boy Named ____,” 1970 Grammy winner 24. Prickle on a wire 25. Drench 28. Waiter’s handout 30. *Grammy-nominated Lauper song, “True ____” 35. Amusement destination 37. Rachel Renee Russell’s “____ Diaries” 39. Extend subscription 40. South Korean boy band 41. Type of wrap 43. Italian wine region 44. Forearm length unit 46. Honey-producing facility 47. Saw incision 48. Nauseant 50. Fancy marbles used as shooters 52. U.S. Marine Corps gift recipient 53. EU currency 55. Aglet on a shoelace, e.g.

57. *____.com Arena 60. *Miley Cyrus’ Song of the Year nominee and popular romantic gift 64. Texas cook-off dish 65. *”In the ____ Tonight,” by Grammy-winner Phil Collins 67. Send, as payment 68. Safe place 69. Bird word 70. Leave out 71. Bookkeeping entry 72. Refrigerator sound 73. Scatter DOWN 1. Not Sunni 2. Baby powder ingredient 3. Pelvic parts 4. Shows the way 5. Aristotle’s school

6. One-horse carriage 7. Mailing “code” 8. Single-cell protozoan 9. *Grammy-winner, ____ Alpert 10. *Purse for the red carpet 11. Bumpkin 12. Pampering place 15. Bar ____, ME 20. Rewards, in the olden days 22. Pendulum’s path 24. Cantina staple 25. *Ice ____, Best New Artist nominee 26. Wooden ship caulking 27. Space exploration mission 29. *Grammy host for the fourth time 31. Plumbing problem 32. Early stages of illness 33. Reminiscent of the past 34. *”Anti-Hero” performer 36. Not purl 38. Pacific Islanders’

herbal drink 42. Handrail post 45. Neckwear decoration 49. Use scissors 51. Soft palate vibrations 54. House pest 56. Resided 57. Social media conversation 58. Bank of Paris

59. Big Bang’s original matter 60. Word on a gift tag 61. Arabian bigwig 62. Fair attraction 63. Hot pot 64. Denoted by symbol X 66. Debtor’s letters

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Scrapbooking Club: Pages and embellishments provided, 2 p.m., Eastpointe Memorial Library, 15875 Oak Ave., (586) 445-5096

JAN. 26

Cozy family movie: Wear PJs and bring blankets, hot cocoa provided, 3:30-5 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., call (586) 445-5407 for movie

FEB. 6

A Century of Love Songs: Performance by pianist David Rodgers, 2-3 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., (586) 445-5407

FEB. 10

Tail Waggin’ Tutors: Ages 4-12 can read to therapy dog Prescott, 1-3 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., register for a 15-minute time slot, (586) 445-5407, rsvlibraryservice@roseville-mi. gov

FEB. 4

FEB. 11

Euchre tournament: Also dinner and desserts, 1 p.m. (doors 12:15 p.m.), hosted by Eastpointe Lions but at Fraser Lions Club, 34540 Utica Road, call Randy at (586) 202-7858

FEB. 14

Stories, songs and more: 1:30-2:30 p.m., Macomb Mall, 32233 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, (586) 445-5407

Ford in Aviation presentation: 2 p.m., Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, mimths.org

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Lenten fish fries: 5-7 p.m. Fridays Feb. 16-March 29, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 23120 Gratiot Ave. in Eastpointe, (586) 777-6300, stpeterslutheranchurch.net/calendar Young Modelers Club: For ages 8-16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until April 20, Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, (248) 399-2386, mimths.org

FEB. 17

Carboard box drive-in movie: Bring box to decorate at 2 p.m., showing of “Elemental” at 3 p.m., snacks and refreshments provided, Erin Park Community Building, 15106 Deerfield in Eastpointe, must be Eastpointe or Roseville resident, registration required by Feb. 15, rare-mi.org

Book clubs: Booked for the Evening meets at 6:30 p.m. every first Thursday of month, Mystery Book Club meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Thursday of month, Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., (586) 445-5407, rosevillelibrary.org Drive-thru food banks: 2-4 p.m. every second and fourth Friday of month, Covenant Missions Food Bank, 28491 Utica Road in Roseville, open to community and no appointment needed, erchamber.com Euchre Night + More: 6-8 p.m. every first Saturday of month, Met-

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Report made of assault at drive-thru

ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 9:21 p.m. on Dec. 26, a report was made about a felonious assault that occurred the same day in the 22000 block of Nine Mile Road.

At the stated date and time, an officer arrived at the location and spoke to the victim, a 19-yearold woman, who said she was working the drive-thru window and that a man in a gray vehicle had just gotten his food. The woman said the man was going through his food when she asked him to move forward as she was on a timer. The customer did not move, and she asked again. The suspect told her once he was done going through his food he would do so.

The woman asked him again to pull forward and he allegedly pulled out a black handgun, pointing it at her. There was a female passenger, but she was not involved. The man reportedly told the victim to say it one more time while pointing the gun at her.

He then drove away and left the scene.

Larceny reported

ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 5:15 p.m. on Dec. 20, a report was made about a larceny that occurred on the same day in the 24000 block of Little Mack Avenue.

Dispatch advised officers that the caller said she observed a man in the basement area of her apartment building. She said the man was holding a drill and she believed he took money out of the washing machines and dryers. When officers went to the scene, they checked the area with negative results. One of the washing machines still had a drill bit stuck inside the change compartment along with some change still in it. Of the eight apartment buildings, five appeared to have the washing machine and dryer change drilled out. It did not appear access was made inside the change compartment.

Damaged washing machines and dryers were in the building basements of the five apartments.

Officers took photos of the damaged machines.

Police investigate shooting

EASTPOINTE — According to Eastpointe police, a shooting occurred at around 10:40 p.m. Dec. 22 in the 22000 block of Lambrecht Avenue, which is in the area of Toepfer Drive and Kelly Road. Police had not disclosed the names of the victim or suspect, and the investigation was ongoing.

Police said that officers responded to a 911 call from a woman at the residence who screamed, “He killed my baby!” Upon arriving at the location, police reportedly observed a man standing over a woman in the front yard. When officers attempted to

approach the man, he allegedly fled into the house.

Officers spoke with the woman, who reportedly told them that her husband had just shot her 50-year-old son several times, and her son was in the home where the armed husband was hiding.

Officers formed a perimeter around the house, working together with officers from the police departments in St. Clair Shores and Roseville. Additional personnel from the Eastpointe Police Department’s detective bureau and special investigations unit were also called to the scene.

Once detectives managed to establish contact with the suspect, he allegedly told them that would come outside, yet never did. Police said they were able to determine where the wounded victim was located and could hear him breathing heavily.

In the end, police from all three departments forced entry into the residence and were able to quickly extract the wounded victim to a waiting ambulance. The suspect was then found upstairs, and police said he surrendered immediately.

The suspect was taken into custody, while the victim was taken to a nearby hospital, listed in critical condition with two gunshot wounds to the chest and upper torso. Police said that in an interview with the suspect, the suspect reportedly confessed to shooting his stepson.

The 62-year-old suspect was arraigned in 38th District Court Dec. 27 on felony charges of assault with intent to murder, felon in possession of a firearm, felon in possession of ammunition, aggravated domestic violence (second offense), two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, six counts of felony firearm (second offense), and assault of a police officer. His bond was set at $1 million. His preliminary exam is scheduled to take place Feb. 13 at the 38th District Court.

Police apprehend suspects in storage unit thefts

EASTPOINTE — According to a press release posted to the Eastpointe Police Department’s Facebook page, a man and woman suspected of breaking into more than 20 storage units in Eastpointe have been arrested.

The suspects were arrested by Eastpointe police the week of Dec. 22. Both were charged with breaking and entering a building with intent, and possession of burglar’s tools.

The thefts reportedly occurred in the southwest area of Eastpointe, and many of the stolen items have since been recovered from a home in Detroit.

The Eastpointe Police Department’s special investigations unit was involved in the case, which was ongoing.

Delivery deception

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On the afternoon of Dec. 2, a Saravilla Drive apartment resident called the Clinton Township Police Department to report over $300 in groceries had been stolen.

The caller placed an Instacart grocery delivery order, which the shopper accepted and later recorded as delivered, but the food never made it.

Digital money, real robbery

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On the afternoon of Dec. 10, the Clinton Township Police Department received a call reporting a robbery in the parking lot of Meijer on Groesbeck Highway.

The caller said he was walking through the parking lot when someone called out to him, and that person immediately punched the caller in the face. The assailant was joined by four more accomplices, all wearing masks and hoods, who proceeded to steal the caller’s driver’s license, blue Coach tote bag, a cryptocurrency wallet reportedly worth $2,000 and a Flipper access control device.

The caller said one of the assailants had a gun, but he was able to grab his keys and phone before calling the police from home.

Tire-slasher sought

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A resident in the 1700 block of Huntington Boulevard appears to be the victim of a vengeful Instacart delivery person’s friend.

According to a police report, the victim had been told a woman was going to be delivering her order at around 9:15 p.m. Jan. 4, but instead a man in a burgundy minivan was dropped off at her home with the delivery. When she asked about the original delivery person — who the victim believes was the driver of the minivan — she said the male told her, “Oh, that’s my girl.”

The victim said her food order was incorrect, so she gave the female delivery driver a critical review on Instacart. A few hours later, the victim saw the man who had actually delivered her order standing next to her vehicle; she told police he was wearing the same clothes he had on earlier that day. She said the male then took off running east on Huntington.

When the victim went outside at around 5:30 a.m. Jan. 5, she discovered that her front driver’s side tire was flat after having been punctured by a sharp object.

Moped stolen

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — An unknown suspect is said to have stolen a moped while it was parked

behind a business in the 20300 block of Mack Avenue at around 3 p.m. Jan. 6.

The victim told police that a patron came into the store and commented on the moped. Several hours later, the victim said he heard the moped engine fire up, and as he ran to the back of the business, he saw a person who appeared to be the patron from earlier in the day driving away on it. Police said a witness saw the moped traveling down Country Club Drive, where it was followed by a four-wheeler.

The victim told police he saw his moped as being listed for sale on Facebook Marketplace, along with the four-wheeler.

Larceny under investigation

GROSSE POINTE CITY — A woman filed a report with police Jan. 6 after she said an unknown suspect stole $250 from her fanny pack while she was at the Neighborhood Club.

Valuables stolen from garage

GROSSE POINTE CITY — An unknown suspect is said to have stolen a Surron e-bike, Nami Burn e-scooter and an assortment of DeWalt tools — for a total loss of more $12,000 worth of goods — from an unlocked garage and shed in the 400 block of Notre Dame Street sometime between Dec. 9 and Jan. 3.

Woman scammed by impostor claiming to be son

STERLING HEIGHTS — Police reported that at around 11:15 a.m. Dec. 19, a fraud victim got a call from an impostor pretending to be her son, who claimed that he had been in an out-of-state car crash in which he had hit a pregnant woman. The victim also reportedly heard from multiple people professing to be lawyers who allegedly said the son needed $15,500 for bail.

The woman reportedly followed the fraudster’s directions and took cash from her bank account, put it in a shoebox and gave it to a courier who came to her home at around 1:13 p.m. that day.

Male steals jewelry from store

STERLING HEIGHTS — Police investigated a shoplifting case the night of Dec. 11 at a store in Lakeside Mall, 14000 Lakeside Circle.

A worker reportedly told police that three males had entered the store – one was around 25 years old, another was around 15, and the last one was of unknown age.

One of the males reportedly asked to see a diamond cross necklace with a white gold tennis chain that was in a glass display. After he was shown the jewelry, he allegedly seized the chain and fled.

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