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LANSING — A bipartisan bill proposed by state Rep. Mike McFall aims to provide financial relief for those who foster animals. If approved by the state Legislature, House Bill 5063 will provide a $50 credit per animal fostered for a minimum of seven days, with another $50 for every 30 additional days of fostering, for
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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department located a deceased woman at a residence while performing a welfare check at 12:15 p.m. Sept. 27 on Hedgewood Drive. Ariane C Grunewald Bluem, 57, was found deceased on the couch. Upon the welfare check, it appeared that she had been deceased for an extended period of time. A press release from the Bloomfield Township Police Department said the body was “severely decomposed.” Bluem’s 53-year-old husband, Dirk Grunewald, was in the upstairs bedroom with multiple knives laid out in his vicinity. Grunewald refused to speak directly with officers and would not follow commands. Crisis negotiators and members of the Oakland County Sheriff ’s Office SWAT team were dispatched to the scene as a precaution to ensure everyone’s safety. Once negotiators successfully made contact, Grunewald was placed into protective custody at a local hospital for medical and mental health treatment. The Oakland County Medical Examiner’s Office conducted an autopsy. At press time, the cause and manner of Bluem’s death are unknown and pending further examinations. On Oct. 1, the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office authorized a onecount felony warrant for Grunewald on the charge of failure to report a death/concealing the death of an individual. Grunewald was arraigned in 48th District Court, and a magistrate issued a $250,000 cash bond, no 10%. The Bloomfield Township Police Department is waiting on a determination of the medical examiner on the cause or manner of death and continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.
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WATCH Suspect reported to have stolen items repeatedly since July
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — On Oct. 2, the Bloomfield Township Police Department took a report of retail fraud from Lowe’s, located at 1801 S. Telegraph Road. Employees reported seven incidents of theft, with items totaling $1,272.36, dating back to July 2. All thefts were reportedly committed by the same suspect, who investigators are attempting to identify. These cases have been turned over to the Bloomfield Township Police Investigations Unit. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bloomfield Township Police Department at (248) 433-7755.
Vehicle rummaged through overnight
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department took a report of larceny from a vehicle in the 2000 block of Bradway Boulevard Oct. 2. The victim had parked her car the night prior, at approximately 7:30 p.m., and returned at 8:15 a.m. to find the vehicle had been rummaged through. Nothing was taken from the vehicle, and there were no signs of forced entry into the vehicle. The Bloomfield Township Police Department said residents should lock their vehicles and not leave valuables inside them.
Driver flees after being stopped for running red light
BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 10 p.m. Oct. 3, officers in a police vehicle observed a small SUV drive through a red light on westbound 14 Mile Road, at Eton. Officers initiated a traffic stop, following the vehicle with emergency lights and siren activated on 14 Mile, past Woodward and Greenfield, until the driver finally turned onto Cummings and stopped. Officers checked the 30-year-old Detroit man’s identification and found a Michigan State Police felony warrant for resisting an officer and fleeing. Officers asked the driver to exit the vehicle, and he instead drove away, accelerating through the neighborhood and heading west. Birmingham police terminated the chase at Smith and Grant and notified neighboring police departments. An investigation is ongoing.
Women seen stealing clothing from store
BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 6, at approximately 10 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of South Old Woodward for a report of retail fraud in progress. Four female suspects were seen running out of the store carrying large amounts of clothing. The reporting party stated that the suspects had entered the store, refused staff assistance, and shortly after, left with their arms full of clothing without paying. It was later learned that an unknown male suspect who entered the store with the female suspects was also involved. Witnesses observed the suspects entering an SUV that was parked nearby. An investigation is ongoing.
More than $7K in items stolen from vehicle trunk
BIRMINGHAM — On Sept. 30 at approximately 3 p.m., officers were dispatched to the front desk of the Birmingham Police Department for a report of larceny from an auto. The victim, a 27-year-old Northville man, reported that on Sept. 25, at around 7 p.m., while he was eating dinner at a restaurant, an unknown suspect stole items valued at approximately $7,450 from the trunk of his vehicle. The victim was unsure whether he had locked his vehicle before entering the restaurant and did not observe any broken glass or damage to the windows. The investigation is ongoing.
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Annual breakfast honors local veterans
BIRMINGHAM — Breakfast with the Bishop of St. Anne’s Mead at The Community House of Birmingham, 380 S. Bates St., will honor veterans 8-10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11. The event welcomes guests, including Bishop Bonnie Perry, of the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan, WXYZ-TV 7 anchor and reporter Alicia Smith, The Michigan Bagpiper, and other special guests. The stories of veterans who served from World War II to the Vietnam War — and who live or lived at St. Anne’s Mead — will be shared. Tickets are tax-deductable and can be purchased at stannesmead.org, or by contacting Peggy Goodwin at (248) 557-1221.
Local library holds chamber music concert
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The community is welcome to join the Bloomfield Township Public Library and the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, and Dance for their first concert of the season. The concert will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, at the Bloomfield Township Public Library. This event is open to all ages; however, a press release from the library states, “we ask that guests be mindful that these concerts are intended for a thoughtful and attentive audience.” To learn more about this event, call the library at (248) 6425800 or visit btpl.org.
Blood drives ask for time and compassion
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP/ BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Bloomfield Township Senior Center and the Bloomfield Hills Rotary Club — in partnership with the American Red Cross — is hosting a blood drive 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Bloomfield Township Senior Center, 4315 Andover Road, in Community Rooms A and B. “Time and compassion are all that is needed,” Bloomfield Township Senior Services Director and long-time Rotarian Christine Tvaroha said in a press release. Appointments can be scheduled in advance at RedCrossBlood. org by entering sponsor code: BHRotary, or call 1-800-RED CROSS – (800) 733-2767. Pre-donation reading and health history can be completed online through the Red Cross Rapid Pass or the Blood Donor App.
Franklin prepares for another Franklinstein Frenzy FRANKLIN — Main Street Franklin will hold its annual Franklinstein Frenzy on Saturday, Oct. 25. This Halloween-themed celebration invites the community to dress in costume and enjoy treats and activities. There will be a Halloween parade to kick off the event at noon. Free trick-or-treat bags will be provided by the Franklin Baseball League for kids to use while collecting candy at the local businesses on Main Street. Trick-or-treating starts at 12:30 p.m. Arts and crafts for kids will be provided by the Franklin Public Library. At 12:45 p.m., the Pumpkin Roll, sponsored by Novak Real Estate Partners and Max Broock Realtors, will begin at the Kreger House. Registration to participate in rolling a pumpkin will begin onsite at 12:30 p.m. Guests can enjoy Franklin Cider Mill cider and doughnuts to get in the fall spirit. Throughout the event there will be visits from Frankenstein and his bride. From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. there will be “Spooktacular Merchant Savings,” according to a press release. Learn more about this free event at MainStreetFranklinMi.com.
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‘Seminar’: Comedy about aspiring novelists and professor who clash over writings, relations and futures, 8 p.m., St. Dunstan’s Playhouse, 400 Lone Pine Road in Bloomfield Hills, (844) 386-7826, admin@stdunstanstheatre.com, stdunstanstheatre.com, read story at candgnews.com
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‘Amy and the Orphans’: Play about sparring siblings on road trip after father’s death, performance by Stagecrafters 2nd Stage features actress with Down syndrome as title character, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16-18 and 2 p.m. Oct. 19, The Baldwin Theatre, 415 S. Lafayette in Royal Oak, (248) 541-6430, info@stagecrafters.org, stagecrafters.org, read story at candgnews.com
OCT. 18
Lahser High School — Class of 1985: 40th reunion, 5-11 p.m., The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills — A Doubletree by Hilton, 39475 Woodward Ave., purchase ticket at eventbrite.com Trick-or-Treat & Halloween Fest: Visit nearly 50 businesses, 3:30-
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5 p.m., start at corners of East Second and Main streets or West University Drive and Main Street in Rochester, also Halloween-themed photos, treats, giveaways and prizes, plus free pumpkins for first 100 kids courtesy of The Linda Rea Team, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 415 E. St., www. downtownrochestermi.com
OCT. 22
Companion Cafe: Games, music, art and camaraderie for people with memory challenges and caregivers, 1-3 p.m., Bloomfield Township Senior Center, 4315 Andover Road, continues Nov. 5, Nov. 19 and Dec. 3, (248) 723-3504, kpesola@bloomfieldtwp.org
OCT. 23
Ex Libris fundraiser: Benefits adult learners in Oakland County, features Hollywood screenwriter and Detroit native Rob Edwards, cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m., The Village Club, 190 E. Long Lake Road in Bloomfield Hills, oaklandliteracy.com/exlibris2025
OCT. 24
Monster Mash: Includes costume contest, flashlight ghost tours, liquid nitrogen ice cream, skeleton dance-off, mummy relay, mini pumpkin decorating, Halloween-themed bites and drinks, and more, for ages 21 and older, 7-10 p.m., Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, science.cranbrook.edu
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Beverly Hills collects candy donations ahead of annual Halloween Hoot BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
BEVERLY HILLS — Beverly Park will be filled with excited children dressed in costumes for a fun night of trick-or-treating 6-8 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Halloween Hoot in Beverly Park, 18801 Beverly Road. Every year, the village of Beverly Hills provides an opportunity for families to make Halloween memories in nature. Families are invited to walk along the Halloween Hoot trail and collect candy from booths. In addition to a costume, guests are encouraged to bring a flashlight to help kids see in the dark. Children must be accompanied by
an adult. “We’re looking forward to a wonderful community event again. We have, at this point, 27 treat stations lined up, including a few new ones,” Janice Hausman, a member of the Parks and Recreation Board, said. “That’s always nice, to have some new ideas popping up.” Each candy station will have themed decorations. Some stations keep tradition by sporting the same theme every year, while other stations choose to surprise guests each year with a different theme. Hausman said her favorite part is, “seeing the creativity of the organizations and businesses, and what they come up with.”
She shared the example of a local neighborhood group that has a unique theme every year. Two years ago their theme was Taylor Swift, and last year their theme was Barbie. This year, they have another theme prepared, but it will be a surprise.
Donate treats to the Hoot
To make sure they have as many treats as possible, the village of Beverly Hills is asking the community to make candy donations to the event. While each station provides its own candy, it is helpful to have extra candy to refill the supply. By accepting donations, the village is offsetting the cost of the event with the help of community support.
Beverly Hills Village Manager Warren Rothe said, “This is the second year that we’re doing donations. It’s continuing to go well, and, hopefully, it’ll be very much an annual feature of the Halloween Hoot.” Candy donations will be accepted at the Village Office, 18500 13 Mile Road, through 4:30 p.m. Oct. 24. They ask that the candy bags be unopened. Rothe said they have already received five or six large bags. For more information on Beverly Hills’ annual Halloween Hoot, visit villagebever lyhills.com. Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.
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Voters to decide races for city officials, 1.5 mill school sinking fund tax proposal In the Eagle’s coverage area, some voters will be asked to select city commissioners and library board members in November. They will also vote on a Bloomfield Hills Schools tax proposal. Below are profiles for the candidates. Candidates were asked to state their top goal(s) if elected. Responses were limited to 75 words, and if a candidate went over the word limit, (…) replaces the rest of the answer. The answers are printed verbatim. Incumbents are indicated with an (I) at the end of their name.
Birmingham City Commission Five candidates are running for three, four-year terms. Birmingham City Commissioners make $5 per meeting
Andrew Haig (I)
Age: 55 Occupation: Senior Engineering Manager. Westinghouse Electric Company Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 17 years Online campaign information: www.andrewinbham.com Education: B.Eng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering M.Sc. Engineering Management Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional (PMI - PMP) Previously and currently held elected offices: Currently City Commissioner, City of Birmingham, MI since 2021 Haig Top goals: Resident focus is my priority Financial Transparency: benchmark all City costs against like municipalities. Taxpayers should easily understand the value of every dollar they contribute Roads: must be safe, well maintained and with an affordable plan to improve and keep them that way. Aging infrastructure: water and sewage systems must be modernized and dependable. The cost and rate of replacement is unacceptable. This is a critical public health concern I will continue to prioritize.
Zach Jenning
Age: 26 Occupation: Human Resources Coordinator Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 2 Years Online campaign information: N/A Education: Masters of Arts Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A Top goals: My biggest goals are to find ways to actively Jenning involve and respect the community’s voice & ensure safety during high traffic volume and parking. I want to
continue to make Birmingham as special as it is now while making sure it’s a safe place for all who live & visit. While I don’t have political experience, I believe that’s a strength as I approach issues as a resident first.
Doug White
Age: 60 Occupation: OEM Sales Previously: United States Army Officer Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 20 years Online campaign information: https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=61581451232054 Education: BA Business Administration / Military Science Washington & Jefferson College Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A Top goals: My top goals are White to address our aging infrastructure with a fiscally prudent & sustainable plan, establish both a short and long term plan for Next and, overall, restoring resident trust and finding win-win solutions for our great City.
Kevin Kozlowski
Age: 36 Occupation: Software Developer Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 5 Years Online campaign information: www.kozlowskiforbirmingham.com Education: BS in Mathematics from the University of Michigan, MS in Finance from Case Western Reserve University Previously and currently Kozlowski held elected offices: None Top goals: My goals for Birmingham include safer, more walkable streets; transforming Woodward; finding fair, longterm solutions to our infrastructure needs; and enabling Next to expand their senior support in a functional, permanent home. Woodward is our biggest untapped opportunity. It should be a beautiful, tree-lined boulevard. Instead, it’s a loud, dangerous freeway cleaving through our home. Turn-
ing Woodward from a liability to an asset is a win-win that will improve both surrounding neighborhoods and our downtown.
Bill Kolb
Age: 62 Occupation: Retired Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: Since 2009 Online campaign information: billkolbforbirmingham.com Education: University of Michigan Previously and currently held elected offices: No answer given. Top goals: Responsible Development: Prioritizing infrastructure and families Community First: Accessible, responsive government Kolb for all residents Walkable Community: Quality infrastructure connecting homes and businesses Collaborative Leadership: Listening to residents and reflecting their priorities
Birmingham Library Board
Four candidates are running for three, four-year terms. There is no compensation for the position
Omar Odeh
Age: 41 Occupation: Group Marketing Manager Ford Motor Company Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 12 Years Online campaign information: Do not have one Education: Bachelors of Business Administration University of Michigan - Ann Arbor Master of Business Administration University of California - Irvine Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: I aim for Baldwin Public Library to remain the beacon of our Odeh community, a place where discovery, learning, and community come together. Where every generation finds something: from lifelong patrons enjoying books to individuals exploring creativity in
the Idea Lab to all ages enjoying great programming. I will ensure BPL stays strong financially and keeps programs and services fresh and engaging. That’s the future I want for Baldwin, a welcoming, inclusive, accessible space for all.
Frank Pisano (I)
Age: 55 Occupation: Oppenheimer & Co Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 30 years Online campaign information: No answer given. Education: No answer given. Previously and currently held elected offices: I have completed 4 terms as a Baldwin Library Trustee Top goals: As a Baldwin Public Library Trustee, I Pisano will work to expand community access, support inclusive programming, and champion intellectual freedom. My priorities include improving technology, enhancing services for all ages, supporting staff development, and ensuring fiscal responsibility. I’m committed to maintaining a welcoming, modern library that reflects Baldwin’s diversity and fosters lifelong learning.
Danielle Rumple (I)
Age: 41 Occupation: Office Assistant, Pembroke Elementary School Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 18 years Online campaign information: No answer given. Education: BS, University of Michigan & MBA, Wayne State University Previously and currently held elected offices: Baldwin Public Library Board Rumple Trustee (2021-current) Top goals: My top goal if re-elected is to ensure Baldwin Public Library remains a positive resource for our community and contract communities, all while being fiscally responsible with tax payer money.
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Pamela M Graham
Age: 60 Occupation: Retired Automotive Engineer Municipality of residence: Birmingham For how long: 29 Years Online campaign information: https://pamgraham4library.com Education: Materials Science Engineer, SB M.I.T., MS Northwestern University Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: I will work to ensure fair administrative service fees that control costs while preserving strong city-library partnerships. Building on recent accessibility improvements, I will support programming Graham and outreach that welcome residents of all ages and abilities. I will also champion the Idea Lab as a hub for creativity and innovation. As a frequent user, I will promote its growth and advocate for resources to strengthen its equipment and programming for the entire community.
rational zoning and avoid the taking of private property for sidewalk projects.
Susan McCarthy (I)
Age: 65 Occupation: Director, Business Development Municipality of residence: Bloomfield Hills For how long: 20 years Online campaign information: N/A Education: MSA Degree Previously and currently held elected offices: Commissioner city of Bloomfield Hills since 2015 Top goals: · Financial stability (without raising taxes) · Preserving the unique McCarthy character of our city · Supporting our Public Safety and Fire Department · Maintaining the quality of our roads (without assessing the residents) · Communication and transparency with residents and the business community · Maintain our AAA bond rating and one of the lowest millage rates in Oakland County · Continue to pay down the OPEC and pension fund and be fully funded before 2030
G. Fisher (I) Bloomfield Hills City Commission Lauren Age: No answer given. Seven candidates are running for five, two-year terms. Bloomfield Hills City Commissioners are paid $60 a year.
Alan T. Ackerman
Age: 78 Occupation: Eminent Domain Attorney for Property Owners Municipality of residence: City of Bloomfield Hills For how long: 25 years Online campaign information: N/A Education: Michigan State University (B.A. and Masters) and the University of Michigan (J.D.) Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: My top goals are to ensure that public services are provided in a fiscally responsible manner, to enhance public access to the Commission’s decisions, and to protect the natural Ackerman beauty and unique character of Bloomfield Hills. Essential public services must be effective and reliable, without the need for additional taxes. Residents’ perspectives are indispensable to all decisions. Finally, the City needs to maintain
Occupation: Mayor of Bloomfield Hills, Member and volunteer: Bloomfield Hills Garden Club, Women’s Committee of the DIA, Christ Child Society, Junior League of Birmingham, and Angels Place Wings Municipality of residence: City of Bloomfield Hills For how long: 32 years Online campaign information: University of Southern California, Los Angeles — Business Degree (now the Marshall School of Business): Marketing/ Finance Education: University of Southern California, Los Angeles — Business Degree Fisher (now the Marshall School of Business): Marketing/Finance Previously and currently held elected offices: Mayor of Bloomfield Hills 2024,2025. Elected City Commissioner of Bloomfield Hills, MI - November 2020- present Top goals: As your Mayor and longtime neighbor, I care about preserving our City’s character - its tree-lined streets, low-density appeal, and responsive municipal services while maintaining fiscal responsibility and transparent communication with residents. Since 2018, I have served in several Bloom-
field Hills Commissioner roles, bringing a steady, thoughtful, and fiscally prudent approach to City leadership. I support strong police and fire services, infrastructure improvements, flood mitigation, and Woodward noise reduction, and safeguarding our quality of life.
Brad Baxter (I)
Age: 59 Occupation: Founder and Executive Chairman of Whisker Municipality of residence: City of Bloomfield Hills For how long: 21 Years Online campaign information: No answer given. Education: BSME University of Wisconsin Previously and currently held elected offices: City Commissioner, and Mayor of Bloomfield Hills. Top goals: Maintain and support public safety and fire services at the current level of excellence. Fiscal prudence with efficient allocation of funds for the benefit of the citizens of Bloomfield Hills. Modify and update ordinances for the purpose of clarity and ease of enforceBaxter ment as well as addressing extreme weather events that affect residential and commercial building standards. Continue to look at ways to reduce noise on Woodward Avenue by collaborating on creative legislation.
Anjali Prasad
Age: 54 Occupation: Attorney Municipality of residence: Bloomfield Hills For how long: Lifelong Online campaign information: https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=61579902662348 Education: Bachelor of Arts (University of Michigan) Master of Arts (College of William & Mary) Juris Doctor (Emory Law School) Previously and currently held elected offices: No prior elected office Top goals: My top priority if elected is to build trust in Prasad local government by promoting access and transparency. I want to be the go-to person residents can count on when issues arise that affect their quality of life. Whether it’s public safety, stormwater management, or anything in between, I will
work to ensure our community has a strong and reliable advocate in local government.
Brian S. Jennings
Age: 59 Occupation: Builder Municipality of residence: Bloomfield Hills, MI For how long: 30 years Online campaign information: N/A Education: Eastern Michigan University Previously and currently held elected offices: Board Trustee, Birmingham Public Jennings Schools Board of Education; Precinct Delegate for Bloomfield Hills Top goals: Maintaining public safety, monitoring the city budget, and improving our infrastructure.
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Age: No answer given. Occupation: Retired attorney Municipality of residence: City of Bloomfield Hills For how long: 23 years: Online campaign information: https:// protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r01/___www. alicebuckley.com___.YzJ1OmNnbmV3c3BhcGVyczpjOm86ZmE0NTJjODM4ZTllYTQ4Yjc4YmIzOTM1Y2RlZjJlZjI6Nzo4YWQ5OjA4ZWMwYzUxNWI0NzA1MDU5Njc2NzM5MTUxMmEyMTBiNjIwZDBjODBlMDgyNmVkYjU3NTVmNGM4NGNmOGVjZDE6cDpUOkY Education: BS Michigan State University JD Michigan State University College of Law Previously and currently held elected offices: City of Bloomfield Hills City Commissioner- 2019 to Buckley present (City of Bloomfield Hills Mayor- November 2022 to November 2023). Top goals: Preserving our safety, providing great city services, preserving our city’s beauty and making good decisions. These words have been my guideposts for the past six years serving as City Commissioner. Every decision I’ve made has been guided by one goal: protecting, preserving and enhancing the city we love so that our quality of life is the best it can be. I remain deeply committed to making these priorities my focus.
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employee salaries, maintenance or other operating expenses. As a replacement of existing authority, shall the Bloomfield Hills Schools, County of Oakland, Michigan, be authorized to levy 1.5 mills ($1.50 per $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of ten (10) years, being the years 2026 to 2035, inclusive, to maintain a sinking fund to be used for the construction or repair of school buildings, school security improvements, the acquisition or upgrading of technology, the acquisition of student transportation vehicles, trucks and vans and parts, supplies and equipment used for the maintenance of these vehicles and for any other purposes permitted by law? This millage if approved and levied would provide estimated revenues to the School District of approximately $7,960,000 in the first year that it is levied.
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LEFT: Peak Physique co-owners Lissa and Nick Pietrykowski pose in their gym. Peak Physique is located at 1071 E. Long Lake Road, in Troy. Photo provided by Lissa Pietrykowski
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METRO DETROIT — It’s easy to be active in the summer heat, but in the winter, it can sometimes feel like there are fewer opportunities to get out and continue moving. As the temperature outside finally begins to drop, it’s important to remain active. The good news is that these days there are plenty of resources to help people of all ages get out of the house during the cold months. In the metro Detroit area, there’s everything from indoor classes and leagues to full-blown gyms with trainers. “It’s very important to move your body… from someone that’s 20 to someone that’s 80,” Peak Physique of Troy co-owner Nick Pietrykowski said. “And one of the biggest things that we try and do is make sure the client is not making this a chore.” Peak Physique of Troy offers not just personal trainers, but life coaches to help you get the most out of each and every day all year round. Taking care of your body year-round also goes beyond just physical benefits. It’s a great way to improve your mental health during days that may be cold and dark. “I feel like that’s the biggest thing when you get into winter — the mental health aspect of it,” Pietrykowski said. “We’re sitting more, we don’t want to go outside. As winter hits we still need blood flow and oxygen.” Age shouldn’t stop anyone from accomplishing this, either. If anything, it’s even more important to continue getting out as often as possible as a senior. The health benefits will be rewarding and noticeable. See ACTIVE on page 17A
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“Try to include things that you’ll enjoy doing, because you’ll be more apt to do them,” Madison Heights Active Adult Center supervisor Jennifer Cowan said. “I think if you take the winter off it’s going to be really difficult, in the spring, to get back up and do the things you want to do.” The Madison Heights Active Adult Center hosts a multitude of activities in the winter. Not only are there classes and groups meeting all the time, but the location also offers a free exercise equipment room and an indoor walking path so that you can use the center even if you can’t make a class. “One of our guiding mindsets here is that the longer you stay active, the longer you’re able to do things on your own and remain independent, the longer you can stay in your home, and you can continue to do the things you want to do. I think it all connects,” Cowan said. There are so many health benefits to working out as a senior, but a full-blown workout plan isn’t necessarily required to reap those benefits. There are tons of activi-
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House Bill 5063 is co-sponsored by state Rep. Joe Aragona, R-Clinton Township. It was developed in collaboration with Michigan Humane and aims to shore up support for foster homes. Proponents say with the cost of living rising, more people are being forced to choose between paying their bills and keeping their pets, increasing the need for foster families. In addition, there are situations where people are temporarily unable to care for their pets due to medical emergencies, domestic violence or other circumstances. In such cases, many have sought relief through Michigan Humane’s Safety Net program, which finds foster homes for pets until their owners are ready to home them again. The demand for the program has been high. In the first half of 2025, Michigan Humane’s program received 441 inquiries about the service. But due to the limited availability of homes able to accept animals on short notice, only 42 pets from 21 families were fostered. “There are two angles here,” McFall said. “We’re trying to help relieve some of the foster needs for shelters and rescues, but also there’s a huge need for temporary fosters
is DG Realty Group. Each year, real estate agent Dan Gutfreund said, they like to support the community in some way, noting, “It’s all about the kids.” “We like to be involved in local community opportunities, and as a local realtor, it gives us pleasure in giving back to the community that has supported us over the many years,” Gutfreund said. Businesses and individuals can support this event with sponsorship opportunities
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for people who still want their animal, but they need someone to take care of it briefly for them. “I’m sure families would much rather keep the pet while using a temporary shelter until they get back on their feet,” he said. “To them, their animals are part of the family.” Supporters of the bill say that by providing a tax credit to make fostering more affordable, more homes will be able to open their doors to those in need. “Michigan Humane often refers to our foster caregivers as ‘in-home heroes,’ because that is truly what they are. The difference they make in each individual animal’s life is immeasurable,” said Laura Kniffen, foster program manager for Michigan Humane, via email. “They provide much needed relief to staff when our shelters are overrun with animals, especially during kitten season.” She said that keeping animals in a home environment lowers their stress, improves their health and helps socialize them. It also reveals their true personalities — valuable information that helps Michigan Humane find them the right home. In cases where a pet already has a home and is waiting to be reunited with their owner, foster families ensure the pet is not lost forever. “They do this by taking the owned pet into their homes, caring for them and loving them as their own until the owner is ready to reunite with them,” Kniffen said. “The need
for this program is vast, especially with the current housing crisis.” While Michigan Humane tries to provide its foster families with supplies, there are still costs involved, such as traveling to and from veterinary appointments. That’s where the tax credit from House Bill 5063 makes a difference. “The proposed bill would be a way to make (foster families) feel appreciated by recognizing that the work they do is valued,” Kniffen said.
Mike Webb — the mayor of Hazel Park who worked alongside McFall on the Hazel Park City Council when McFall was a member — said that he’s heartened to see his former colleague continuing to help the community. “(McFall) has a big heart,” Webb said. “He goes the extra mile to make sure people are taken care of, and that’s what good leaders do. He’s creating opportunities for people to take care of their loved ones, and that includes their pets.”
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role, he said, “first and foremost, just getting to know what the needs of the community are and doing everything in my power to put the community onto the path that they want to continue down. … (I am) letting the community lead me, and then I will see what I can do to make sure those goals are achieved.” Village President David Goldberg said Milan was selected for his extensive content knowledge and experience, and for his general demeanor during the interview, which showed that he would mesh well with the community within this role. Just a few weeks into the job, Goldberg shared that Milan was “picking up on everything way faster than we ever imagined.” In fact, the village had been planning on paying the acting clerk to stay on for a week to transition Milan into the role, but after the end of the second day, the acting clerk said that Milan had already picked up on everything he needed to know to make the transition smooth. “He jumped on tasks, and by the end
of his first week, he really made it as if he’d been here for years,” Goldberg said. Goldberg added that they were particularly impressed with Milan’s writing and history knowledge, which he said are important for the position. Goldberg said that he sees that Milan is already comfortable in the community. In Franklin, it is common for residents to walk into the Village Offices to ask staff questions. Since day one, Goldberg said, Milan has been comfortably chatting with the community and making valuable connections. “His personality, we could tell, was going to be a real good fit for the unique job duties of the village of Franklin clerk that wouldn’t be in your everyday job description,” Goldberg said. Milan said he enjoys getting involved with local history. Up until earlier this year, he was a board member at the Historical Society in Ypsilanti, and he worked on the bicentennial committee. During his free time, Milan is an avid reader of history and literature. He is also a hobbyist musician, playing the piano. Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.
Village of Bingham Farms Planning Commission NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW The Village of Bingham Farms Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Monday, November 10, 2025, beginning at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the agenda will permit. The hearing will be conducted at the Village of Bingham Farms offices, 24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190 Bingham Farms, MI 48025. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments on a request for planned unit development (PUD) to build 32 dwelling units within 16 buildings on property at the southeast corner of Telegraph and 14 Mile Roads. The subject parcels are zoned R-2 and R-3 residential. A copy of the proposed application is available for review at the Village of Bingham Farms offices during regular business hours 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Written comments may be submitted prior to the meeting at the Village of Bingham Farms offices or mailed to 24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190 Bingham Farms, MI 48025. Oral comments will be taken during the public hearing. This notice is published pursuant to the requirements of Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, as amended. Jamie Moore Village Manager Published: Birmingham-Bloomfield Eagle 10/15/2025
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LEFT: The custom paint on a 1960 Buick LeSabre is eye-catching as spectators walk around Jammin’ at the Junction Sept. 27 in Roseville. BELOW: Even model cars were on display.
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METRO DETROIT — When it comes to metro Detroit car shows, the camaraderie between gearheads is on display as much as the classic cars. Checking under the hoods of hot rods while sharing stories of drag racing back in the day is how car buffs bond over their vintage rides. Scott Fritts cruised on over to at least 10 classic car shows this past summer. “It’s just hanging out with the guys talking about how much money we put into our cars,” said Fritts, who owns a blue 2017 Ford Mustang. “We’ll talk for hours on end to other people. It’s just relaxing. Family and friends stop by.” On Sept. 27, the Auburn Hills resident attended the Jammin’ at the Junction classic car show in Roseville with co-worker Bill Burke and his son, Ryan Burke. Jammin’ at the Junction is an annual event that the Roseville Downtown Development Authority hosts on Utica Road between Gratiot Avenue and 12 Mile Road. Car buffs displayed their souped-up vehicles, customized motorcycles and more. “It’s a local event so I don’t have to go far for it,” said Bill Burke, a Roseville resident and owner of a 1979 Plymouth Arrow, which he calls See CARS on page 24A
ABOVE: Janet Bartello, at the Holy Cross Classic Cruisers show, holds the seventh first-place award she has won this year. Her 1959 hot pink Ford Thunderbird is always a car show favorite. RIGHT: Corvettes were among the cars on display at the Jammin’ at the Junction classic car show.
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his Poison Arrow. “We like to see what other people have done to their cars.” The trio is always tinkering in their garages to make the cars their own. “We’re guys that don’t buy it from the factory,” Fritts said. “We change everything,” Bill Burke said. “We put our own personal preferences and what we like,” said Ryan Burke, of Shelby Township. They would also like to see younger generations carry on the classic car tradition, something that seems to be missing. Over at another spot at Jammin’ at the Junction, Chris Mielke and his wife, Ada Mielke, of Roseville; their uncle, John Mielke, of St. Clair Shores; and friend Larry Roberson, of Clinton Township, spent the day taking in the car culture. Although Roberson doesn’t have a classic car, “I just hang out with the guys. I’m here with good people. There are different walks of life but a common ground around here.” “We sit back and have a good time,” John Mielke said. “I like the old school cars. It brings back nostalgia,” said Ada Mielke, owner of a 1994 Ford Mustang GT convertible. “I like the sounds, the rumbles, the smell of the old gas.” Chris Mielke’s dad, Ken Mielke, who was John’s brother, owned a red 1965 Plymouth Barracuda and was always at Jammin’ at the Junction. Ken died in 2021, but his family kept up the tradition of attending car shows. “He won a trophy his last year here, and two months later he was gone,” John Mielke said. “He did all the work in his garage, including painting it.” Ken Mielke was an influence on his son, Chris. “I was born into cars. I started building my first Jeep at 14,” Chris Mielke said. “I still own it. I was literally brought up at the old Mount Clemens race track. My mom took cotton out of the blanket into our ears because it was so loud.” On Sept. 28, the good vibes carried over to the 25th annual Holy Cross Classic Cruis-
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Farmington at Clarkston 7 p.m. Oct. 17 It’ll be Senior Night for Clarkston as the historic program faces off against Farmington on Friday night. This will almost certainly be the game with the most eyes on it this weekend, as Clarkston sits atop the OAA-Red division and Farmington leads the OAA-Blue division.
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Ferndale at Harper Woods 7 p.m. Oct. 17 There’s a chance that Ferndale and Harper Woods are also both at the top of their respective divisions at game time. At press time, Ferndale was leading the OAA-Gold and Harper Woods was leading the OAAWhite. Troy at Troy Athens 7 p.m. Oct. 17 Despite both of these teams sitting toward
West Bloomfield at Bloomfield Hills 7 p.m. Oct. 17 This game may not look close on paper, but it’s another rivalry matchup and is also senior night for Bloomfield Hills. West Bloomfield is battling with Oxford and Clarkston for the top spot in the OAA-Red, while Bloomfield Hills is trying to avoid a last-place finish in the OAA-Blue. This will be the first time since 2019 that the teams have played each other in the regular season. Utica at Macomb Dakota 7 p.m. Oct. 17 Utica is having a great season and may have a chance at the MAC-White division title depending on how the last two weeks of the season play out. Dakota is in a similar boat in the MAC-Red, and both teams will want to finish the season strong.
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the bottom of the OAA-Blue, this crosstown rivalry is one that never disappoints. Troy heads into the rivalry matchup having defeated Athens four years in a row.
Hazel Park at St. Clair 7 p.m. Oct. 17 St. Clair finds itself right in the thick of a competitive MAC-Silver in 2025 and the team ends the year with two out-of-division games. Hazel Park is also having a good season and has a chance to be one of the top teams in the MAC-Bronze.
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Weapon found during welfare check at Walmart
TROY — Officers were dispatched around 10:48 p.m. Sept. 7 to the parking lot of the Walmart store at 2001 W. Maple Road for a welfare check. The caller was concerned for her cousin who was on a road trip and couldn’t be reached by phone. Police located the subject, described as a 45-year-old man from Orlando, Florida, and noted he had a handgun in his backpack. The man reportedly did not have a license for the weapon, so he was arrested and charged with carrying a concealed weapon without a permit.
Traffic stop leads to discovery of identity theft
TROY — Around 11:22 p.m. Sept. 19, officers initiated a traffic stop near northbound Interstate 75 and Crooks Road, pulling over the driver of a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee for speeding. Officers spoke with the driver, a 28-year-old Pontiac man, and reportedly discovered that he had a suspended driver’s license and a felony warrant for his arrest. The driver was arrested. During an inventory search of his vehicle, officers allegedly located a stash of gift cards, as well as four fake ID cards with the driver’s picture but different names in his wallet. Two stolen credit cards were also found. Officers spoke to one of the victims who had their credit card stolen. The victim said he lost his wallet a few months ago, and he had been unaware that his credit card was being used. The driver was charged with identity theft, committing crimes with a financial transaction device and operating a vehicle with a license that is suspended, revoked or denied.
Man allegedly chokes wife
WEST BLOOMFIELD — A 42-year-old-woman called West Bloomfield police around 10:45 p.m. Sept. 16 to report that her 49-year-old husband had allegedly choked her. When officers arrived, the suspect had reportedly fled the scene. The woman told the officers that she and her husband had been arguing about a man she had been texting. Her husband grew jealous, said he would kill her and began choking her. Officers located the suspect in his car, arrested him and took him to the West Bloomfield Police Department. The husband was arraigned by video Sept. 17 in 48th District Court. The judge ordered a bond of $25,000 and no contact with the suspect’s wife. In addition, the sus-
pect must move out of the couple’s home and make other living arrangements. The suspect was then released from police custody.
Police pursue stolen vehicle
HAZEL PARK — At around 10:16 p.m. on Sept. 18, Warren police located a silver Ford Taurus traveling northbound on Dequindre Road. The vehicle had been reported stolen out of Westland. Warren police attempted to stop the vehicle while a Hazel Park officer arrived as backup. The stolen vehicle reportedly failed to stop, leading Warren and Hazel Park police on a pursuit westbound on East George to Merrill avenues and then westbound on Eight Mile Road. The stolen vehicle continued to North Chrysler Drive where it struck a curb and crashed into a guardrail. Two passengers were detained while the driver fled on foot. The driver ran from officers into backyards on East Muir and East George avenues. The Hazel Park officer located the suspect hiding in a bush. Officers also reportedly recovered a semiautomatic pistol in the suspect’s pocket and another handgun next to the suspect. The suspect was turned over to Warren police for further investigation.
Officer hit while assisting law enforcement
FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — A Farmington public safety patrol vehicle was rear-ended while assisting the Farmington Hills Police Department at around 1 a.m. Sept. 14 on eastbound M-5. Reportedly, the vehicle that hit the patrol car was speeding while passing another car, and the Farmington public safety officer was in the patrol car at the time of the collision. Both the officer and the driver of the vehicle were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The case was being investigated by the Farmington Hills Police Department.
Man arrested for disorderly conduct inside theater
BIRMINGHAM — On Sept. 13, at approximately 7 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 200 block of South Old Woodward Avenue, near a local theater, for a report of disorderly conduct. A 49-year-old man from Livonia reportedly threatened another man, called him offensive names, and attempted to expose his genitalia, according to police. Officers said the suspect was intoxicated and uncooperative. Witnesses reported that the man
appeared intoxicated, was disruptive inside the theater, and became upset when asked to leave, yelling obscenities at the reporting party. The suspect was arrested for disorderly conduct, and officers later learned he had active warrants in multiple cities for similar incidents. The investigation was ongoing.
Spoof website sells invalid gift cards
BIRMINGHAM — At approximately noon on Sept. 18, officers were dispatched to a business in the 200 block of Eton Street for a report of fraud. An employee of the business reported that on May 11, a client was fraudulently redirected to a spoofed version of the business’s website and purchased invalid gift cards. During the investigation, it was discovered that the spoof website is still active and contains a form listing the email address of the suspect, an 82-yearold male. The investigation was ongoing.
Fatal crash occurs on Telegraph Road
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — On Sept. 24 at approximately 10:15 a.m., the Bloomfield Township Police Department witnessed a maroon Ford Explorer traveling northbound on Telegraph Road, near Long Lake, driving erratically, crossing multiple lanes of traffic and driving on the median. Bloomfield Township police officers attempted to stop the vehicle by activating their emergency lights and sirens but were unsuccessful at getting the vehicle to stop. The vehicle continued northbound, eventually crashing into multiple vehicles and finally a larger box-style truck stopped at Hickory Grove. Emergency personnel from the Bloomfield Township Fire Department responded to the scene and immediately attempted lifesaving care to the driver of the Ford Explorer. Ultimately, the driver of the Explorer, a 70-yearold Detroit man, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The drivers of the other vehicles were not injured. The South Oakland County Crash Investigation Team responded to the scene and was leading the crash investigation. Preliminary information indicated that the driver may have been suffering from a medical emergency inside the vehicle prior to and at the time of the crash.
Out-of-state fugitives arrested
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a Live 911 call on a report of a possible domestic assault in the 6900 Block of Rochester Road Sept. 12. Deputies arrived and contacted the man and the woman, who matched the description given by
the caller. Deputies gathered further information and determined the domestic assault was “unfounded.” Deputies discovered both subjects had extradition warrants in the state of Colorado for parole violation. Colorado confirmed the extradition and both subjects — a 30-year-old woman from Colorado Springs and a 31-year-old man from Denver — were transported to the Oakland County Jail without incident, pending extradition.
Woman burned after lawnmower catches fire
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies and the Rochester Hills Fire Department responded to the 1800 block of Grave Avenue on a report of a lawnmower and a woman on fire at 4:24 p.m. Sept. 16. Upon arrival, authorities learned the 73-year-old owner was adding gasoline to her riding lawnmower when it caught fire. The fire spread from the lawnmower to the owner and the lawn. Firefighters extinguished the fire and provided medical treatment to the owner. The owner suffered burns to her lower extremities. She was listed as in stable condition and was transported to the hospital. An investigator responded to the scene for a cause and origin investigation. The incident was under investigation.
Nike merch stolen
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to Dicks Sporting Goods 1290 S. Rochester Road, on a report of a retail fraud at 3:43 p.m. Sept. 6. The caller stated that three suspects had stolen a shopping cart full of Nike merchandise and fled the area in a white Kia. A man and two women entered the store and placed numerous items from the Nike apparel section in a shopping cart. The man pushed the shopping cart out of the front of the store, bypassing the cash registers and all points of purchase without offering or attempting payment. The three suspects then loaded the stolen merchandise into a white Kia sedan bearing an Ohio license plate and left the parking lot, last seen driving east through the lot onto Rochester Road. The store manager reported that over $1,500 worth of merchandise had been stolen. Deputies conducted a FLOCK camera search for a white Kia with an Ohio plate and located a 2025 white Kia with an Ohio plate near Rochester Road and Nawakwa Road shortly after the theft. Deputies, using FLOCK, tracked the vehicle from Toledo, Ohio, to Rochester Hills, and then back to Toledo from Rochester Hills within the time frame of the theft. Photos and video were obtained of the suspects, and the suspect vehicle was identified with the registered owner’s information. Detectives were investigating.
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Fall Festival welcomes families to Bowers School Farm BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Bowers School Farm has reimagined and expanded its Fall Festival. The community is invited to join the fun at Bowers School Farm, 1219 E. Square Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills, on Fridays and Saturdays, through Oct. 26. The festival will run 5-10 p.m. on Fridays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays. There will be a corn maze, pumpkins, wagon rides, animals, a bounce pad, climbing elements, games, live music on Friday evenings, face painting on Saturdays, cider and donuts, and more. There will be a beer garden for guests 21 and over. “This expanded format gives more families the opportunity to experience fall on the farm,” Erin Watson, a guest experience specialist at Bowers School Farm, said in a press release. “We’re blending long-time favorites with exciting new additions that showcase the best of Michigan’s harvest season.” Purchase tickets in advance at schoolfarm.org.
BOOkley Monster Mash Block Party to take place in Berkley BERKLEY — The Berkley City Council gave its approval for a Halloween event to take place at the end of the month. At its Sept. 22 meeting, the council approved the city’s annual BOOkley Monster Mash Block Party, which is scheduled to take place 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, on Coolidge Highway between 12 Mile Road and Catalpa Drive. The event will feature Halloween crafts and activities, food trucks and live music and performances.
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WORLD SERIES ACROSS 1. Treble, bass and alto 6. OB-GYN test 9. Hoodlum 13. *In 1921, the World Series was first broadcast on it 14. Tribute poem 15. Cursor mover 16. Same as Amir 17. Neither here ____ there 18. *Any member of the 2002 World Series champs 19. *World Series trophy presenter, Rob ____ 21. *2024 World Series winners 23. “___ and the City” 24. German industrial valley 25. Gift topper 28. Kids’ building block 30. *Player with most career World Series home runs 35. Good vs ____ 37. Ball of yarn 39. Offspring 40. Thespian’s part 41. Shasta and Tab, e.g. 43. Singer Tori ____ 44. Potato masher alternative 46. Fox coat, e.g. 47. Hokkaido native 48. Put on a pedestal 50. Just manages, with “out” 52. *2005 World Series MVP, Jermaine ____ 53. Time unit 55. Polar toy-maker 57. *Team with most World Series wins 61. *2024 World Series MVP Freddie ____ 65. Met’s offering 66. Legal grp. 68. Give the slip 69. Send, as payment 70. Toothy fish 71. Sells 72. Cupid, to the Greeks 73. Freudian topic 74. Surrealist Max DOWN 1. Pull an all-nighter 2. Holy man 3. “Yellowstone” actress and Josh Brolin’s daughter 4. Feudal estates 5. Sour salad green 6. Atlantic Ocean, in a popular idiom 7. “Much ____ About Nothing” 8. Lost, in Provence 9. Chinatown gang
10. Massive 11. Addict 12. Hair styling goops 15. ____ shirts, in “The Outsiders” 20. *#19 Across and such 22. Unit of electrical resistance 24. Mule deer’s European cousin (2 words) 25. *Player with most career World Series hits, Yogi ____ 26. Egg-shaped 27. “Will comply” in radio communication 29. Lump of stuff 31. *Org. that regulates the College World Series 32. Shy 33. Eccentric like a bird? 34. Follow 36. Sinister look 38. *Only one W.S. Game 7 ended by ____-off home run 42. Ranch grazer
45. Fix leftovers 49. Anonymous John 51. Ace hiding place 54. Consumption 56. “Saturday Night ____” movie 57. Yesteryear 58. Impersonator 59. Captain of Nautilus 60. *____ Bryant, of
2016 World Series winning Cubs 61. Wild West card game 62. “Buddenbrooks” author 63. Contributes 64. Home to eggs 67. Tote, e.g.
Warren Kiwanis Club gives RARE’s Indoor Park a boost ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — On Sept. 23, members of the Warren Kiwanis Club presented a $1,500 donation to the Recreation Authority of Roseville and Eastpointe for its Indoor Park program. The funding will help with upgrading and replacing some of the toys used in the program. Pictured, from left, are Paul Skomial, Kiwanis; Linda-Ann Heldt, Kiwanis; RARE Deputy Director Sara Frederick; Amy Laskowski, Indoor Park supervisor; and Wally Beiber, Kiwanis. According to Lipinski, the Indoor Park program began about 20 years ago with a donation from the Roseville Kiwanis Club to help purchase toys. Roseville Kiwanis no longer exists, so the Warren Kiwanis continues to sponsor the program. The program attracts kids from all over, including Warren. The Indoor Park program is for children ages 10 months to 5 years. It’s offered from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Sept. 16 through Dec. 18. The program will not meet Nov. 4 or Nov. 27. Children can explore climbers, slides, bikes, wagons, scooters and more. Parents must supervise their children during this drop-in program, as no instructor is present. The cost is $2 per child per visit or $20 for a punch card. The RARE center is located at 18185 Sycamore St. in Roseville.
Photo provided by Tony Lipinski
COREWELL HEALTH CHILDREN’S RAISES $116,000 ROYAL OAK — On Sept. 13, more than 2,000 people joined the Corewell Health Children’s Walk at the Detroit Zoo and raised $116,000. The money will go toward the Children’s Miracle Network program at Corewell Health Children’s. Participants dressed as their favorite superhero or fantasy character for the walk. All participants also received their own cape and visited the animals along the 2-mile path around the zoo. While going through the path, people got to meet popular fairytale and comic book heroes provided by the League of Enchantment. To learn more about the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at Corewell Health Children’s visit CorewellHealth.org/SE-CMN.
Photo provided by Corewell Health Children’s
MDOT reminds drivers to pull up to the white line at metered ramps NOVI — The Michigan Department of Transportation has placed temporary electronic signs at metered ramps along the Interstate 96 Flex Route to remind drivers to pull all the way up to the white line when the signal is red. Doing so ensures that the sensors at the meters are activated appropriately, according to a press release. The ramp metering signals are located at eight entrance ramps along the I-96 Flex Route, which goes from Novi to Milford roads in Oakland County. The meters can be found at the entrance ramps from:
• Southbound Milford Road to eastbound I-96. • Southbound Milford Road to westbound I-96. • Northbound Milford Road to eastbound I-96. • Wixom Road to westbound I-96. • Southbound Novi Road to eastbound I-96. • Southbound Novi Road to westbound I-96. • Northbound Novi Road to eastbound I-96. • Northbound Novi Road to westbound I-96.
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