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OCTOBER 16, 2025 Vol. 37, No. 21

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BY DEAN VAGLIA

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MACOMB TOWNSHIP — With the passing of the state budget and several grants being awarded, funds are coming to the township.

As part of a series of presentations to open the Oct. 8 Macomb Township Board of Trustees meeting, state Rep. Joe Aragona, R-District 60, gave the board an update on the budget process in Lansing and shared what would be coming back to the township.

“The really big thing for Macomb Township I did want

to announce is we got $2.5 million for the Broughton Road project that I know has been a passion project for you, Mr. Supervisor, and the rest of the board here,” Aragona said. “A lot of those dollars are going to be going to slowing down traffic through some of the roundabouts, but we were able to See TRUSTEES on page 21A

Hackel pitches new shelter in animal control update

BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com

MACOMB COUNTY — During what was ostensibly a review of Macomb County Animal Control activities, County Executive Mark Hackel floated initial ideas for getting the department into a new facility.

“It’s kind of aged out. It’s beyond its extended useful purpose,” Hackel said on Oct. 2 during an event at the Macomb County Animal Control facility in Clinton Township. “We keep trying to throw some good money after some of the challenges that we’re facing, but the reality is we’ve been working with (county) commissioners and we’re working to figure out how do we come up with a new facility, much like we did with the jail project and we worked on our (Macomb County Sheriff ’s Office) Marine Division out on Lake St. Clair. There are things that are capital projects that are needs for the county, and this is one that I know the Board of Commissioners is very supportive of, and we’re going to continue to work forward on that.”

Plans about what such a project may entail were spotty in the moment — Hackel estimated the project to be in the $15 million See SHELTER on page 26A Photo by Dean Vaglia

Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, right, and Animal Control Director Jeff Randazzo discuss the state of Macomb County Animal Control on Oct. 2.

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Shirley Glass Terrace opens, showcases culinary arts students ‘She had a heart of gold’

BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Macomb Community College accounting professor Shirley Glass was an instructor at the school for 55 years, encouraging her students to strive for their personal best and also mentoring her colleagues when needed.

Outside the classroom, the avid art collector could often be found at local art fairs, visiting the Detroit Institute of Arts, or taking in a performance at the Detroit Opera House.

Glass died in 2021. She was 78 and her legacy lives on. Glass, who taught more than 600 classes from 1966 to 2021, gifted MCC her estate by making a $3.2 million donation.

A portion of the donation was used toward the Shirley Glass Terrace. According to a college press release, that marked the largest individual contribution in the school’s history. The donation was put toward constructing a new outdoor dining area at Center Campus See GLASS on page 23A

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From left, Macomb Community College President James O. Sawyer IV; Libby Argiri, the college’s executive vice president of administration; Brian Newman, an accounting professor; Mike Balsamo, dean of business, information technology and culinary; and Monique Beauchamp, a marketing professor drink a toast in honor of longtime MCC accounting professor Shirley Glass, after whom the school’s new outdoor terrace is named.

The hidden resilience of the wild rabbit

BY DEAN VAGLIA

widely abundant eastern cottontail — but aside from a jump scare while driving or a fleeting critter spotted while out and about, the actual role and purpose of rabbits tends to go unknown to the average Michigander.

Which begs the question: What even is a rabbit?

For starters, a rabbit is not a rodent — it’s an entirely different animal altogether.

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METRO DETROIT — They are small, brown and everywhere, and boy, do they hop.

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MCC again named ‘veteran-friendly school’ MACOMB COUNTY — For the 10th straight year, the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency recognized Macomb Community College as a certified Veteran-Friendly School, awarding the college gold-level recognition for the 2025-26 school year.

The VFS program was created by MVAA to recognize colleges and universities across Michigan that demonstrate a commitment to supporting veterans, active-duty service members and their families in utilizing their GI Bill and navigating other educational resources. Colleges can earn gold, silver and bronze level status.

To earn gold-level status, an institution must meet six of MVAA’s seven judging criteria. They are: an established process for identification of current student veterans; veteran-specific website; active student veteran organization or club; veteran-specific career services, resources, advising, and/or outcome monitoring; on-campus veterans’ coordinator and/or designated staff point of contact; system to evaluate and award academic credit based on prior military training and experience; and monitoring and evaluation of student veteran academic retention, progress and graduation rates.

MVAA is a state government agency operating under the Michigan Department of Military and Veteran Affairs. It serves as the central coordinating point for Michigan veterans, connecting those who have served in the U.S. armed forces and their families to services and benefits throughout the state.

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Macomb County residents on alert for Spongy Moths MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County’s Michigan State University Extension office is asking residents to help protect Macomb’s trees and outdoor spaces by reporting sightings of Spongy Moth egg masses to its Spongy Moth hotline at (586) 469-6432.

Spongy Moth egg masses appear as fuzzy, yellow-brown clumps about 1 to 2 inches long and are often found on tree trunks, outdoor furniture, playsets, sheds, fences, vehicles and other outdoor surfaces around homes.

Egg masses that are reported to the MSU Extension hotline will be inspected by surveyors to determine if suppression treatments will be applied. Spongy Moth egg masses are strong enough to survive Michigan winters. In the spring, each egg mass hatches into hundreds of caterpillars that feed on tree leaves, leaving trees vulnerable to disease, drought and even death after repeated infestations. Managing the Spongy Moth population allows for tree canopies to remain full and healthy while preventing Macomb County environments from potentially damaging Spongy Moth outbreaks.

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel announced on Oct. 3 that his recommended 2026 budget was presented to the Macomb County Board of Commissioners.

“I am proud of our financial condition,” Hackel said in his letter to the board, included within the budget document. “Sound financial practices, a recovering economy and enhanced State funding enabled my administration to focus on protecting core programs, people and partnerships. The budget reflects lean operational practices while ensuring that services with the most significant impact on residents and businesses remain prioritized. It also includes resourceful compensation increases for employees to ensure the County remains competitive in this volatile labor market.”

The $1.1 billion budget features a $367.5 million general fund with “100% of departmental operating expenses being covered by forecasted revenues” according to Hackel. The county executive also calls for action regarding aging infrastructure around the county, appropriating $12.2 million of the general fund to the county’s five-year capital improvement plan and appropriating $23 million to capital improvements over the course of 2027 and 2028. The proposed budget and prior county budgets can be found online at the Macomb County Finance Department’s website in the “financial transparency” section.

With the budget presented to the Board of Commissioners, it is now the board’s decision to review, analyze and approve a final budget within the year, according to the Macomb County charter.

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METRO DETROIT — Older homes have unique architectural details and character that modern homes can never fully replicate, but as anyone who’s ever owned one can attest, with that age comes the need for more repairs and renovations.

And while some projects can be done by the homeowner, many require a skilled professional. That’s why it’s so critical to hire the right contractor.

It’s something Rebecca Torsell, director of historic preservation for the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores, knows well. On Oct. 2, Torsell gave the talk, “Caring for Your Historic Home: A Guide to Hiring Right” at the Ford House.

One of the most important things a homeowner can do is hire a contractor who specializes in working on older homes. Look at the kinds of projects they’ve done and check their website for words like “historic” or “preservation,” Torsell said.

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A contractor should know the material needs of older homes, such as using copper nails on slate roofs. For anything built before 1950, Torsell said masons should be using Type O or lime mortars, not Type N or Quikrete.

Referrals are one of the best ways to find a contractor, as is asking a contractor you know and trust who they use for a particular type of work. Another resource is the Michigan Historic Preservation Network directory, which lists a wide array of contractors from across the state. Torsell said homeowners still need to do their homework, as contractors pay for these listings, but it’s a good place to start. Visit mhpn.org and under the Resources tab, click on the MHPN Resource Directory.

Torsell said maintenance is “the first line of defense.” For example, trimming trees so they’re not touching the roof helps to keep bugs out and painting wood protects it from rotting.

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John Waite gives ‘Best of What I Got’

Karen Martellaro, of Sterling Heights, right, never misses a John Waite show at Andiamo. “I like how he plays his solo stuff, his music with the Babys and he breaks out Bad English,” she said.

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WARREN — Suzanne Finley is probably John Waite’s biggest fan.

The Dryden resident has attended his concerts since 1985, including shows at Sterlingfest, the Magic Bag in Ferndale, Pine Knob in Clarkston and the Ritz in Roseville (with Bad English). She even drove to Cincinnati once to see him live.

Finley first discovered the singer/songwriter as a kid when listening to her sister’s albums by the Babys, a rock band Waite fronted from 1975 to 1981 with songs like “Back on My Feet Again” and “Midnight Rendezvous.” Finley marked her 45th John Waite show when he performed Sept. 27 at the Andiamo Celebrity Showroom in Warren. While Finley knows his hits, she also appreciates the deep cuts.

“It never gets old. I’ve just been a superfan,” she said. “I love his lyricism. He’s very poetic. He’s an excellent, excellent songwriter.”

Waite not only plays his heart out on stage, but after the show he and his band members generally come out and meet their fans. Finley has met Waite 16 times.

“He’s always very nice,” she said. “I feel like he really appreciates his fans.”

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of Lancaster, England. “There’s a bond we share.

That’s the connection. It’s been kind of a wonderful life. We just want to play. It’s what I do.”

Waite has played annually at Andiamo since 2020. Joining him on stage last month was bassist Tim Hogan, also his manager; drummer Alan Childs, and guitarist Kyle Cook of Matchbox 20.

“The band are great guys. We’re friends. They’re dedicated,” Waite said. “When we get together, it’s powerful. Everybody gets up there and plays like it’s their last night on earth.”

Warren resident Beth Morrow caught last month’s show.

“Not only did his voice stand the test of time, the band did an amazing job as well,” she said. “It was so wonderful to see John and his band afterwards for a short meet and greet. Each one of them took a moment to chat and sign personal memorabilia.”

‘It’s one of those songs you wait your whole life to write’

When reflecting on the Babys, Waite said it was almost impossible for the band to get a record deal.

“We didn’t get signed until we made a video,” he said. “We looked different. We looked like mods with long hair.”

With a setlist that included “Head First” and See WAITE on page 19A

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Responsible gun owners know that safety starts at home.

Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido invites you to join the Safe Gun Storage Saves Lives campaign — a community-wide initiative to prevent accidents, youth violence, and suicide through proper firearm storage.

Whether you’re a hunter, collector, or protector, securing your firearms isn’t just the law — it’s a commitment to your family and your community.

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WEEK 8 PREP FOOTBALL MATCHES TO WATCH

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METRO DETROIT — The end of the high school football season is near as Week 8 will be the second-to-last game of the season for most teams. This is a popular week for schools to go out of their divisions one last time before the season ends, and it also provides a handful of rivalry games.

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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.

Games to watch

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 OAAGold and Harper Woods was leading the OAA-White.

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

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Troy quarterback Darius Mitchell drops back to pass in a game against Farmington Oct. 3. 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.

Troy at Troy Athens 7 p.m. Oct. 17 Despite both of these teams sitting toward 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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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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Early on, its goal was to inform others about events in Ukraine, spiritually and materially support the homeland, and promote the preservation of Ukrainian national identity in the U.S. According to member Natalie Marz, UNWLA is located in 16 states with 67 branches with 1,700 members.

The group will celebrate its 100-year anniversary with a luncheon, fashion show and music at 1 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Ukrainian Cultural Center, located at 26601 Ryan Road. The centennial will mark their achievements and ongoing endeavors. The Detroit Region, which came together in 1935, also is celebrating its 90-year anniversary. Oksanna Grudz is the regional president.

Since 2022, the members have raised $100,000 for various causes, including therapy for children traumatized by the war in Ukraine, generators, supplies and support for female Ukrainian soldiers, and the Babusi Fund to assist the elderly women of Ukraine.

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STATE HOUSE BILL WOULD SUPPORT FOSTER ANIMALS 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 up to five animals per year.

The program would begin with the 2026 tax year and adjust the credit annually for inflation. Verification would be required from qualifying nonprofits or municipal shelters.

“I’m a big animal lover, and I follow on social media a lot of rescues and local shelters, and I see constant calls for fosters because they’re overflowing with animals,” said McFall, D-Hazel Park.

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.

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t’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.

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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 activities offered in the area that simply get the

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blood pumping a little bit and provide an excuse to see others.

“We have a ton of different classes like yoga, chair yoga, Pilates, line dancing, and ballroom dancing, too,” said Matthew Dubinsky, the St. Clair Shores Senior Activity Center’s senior coordinator. “It’s yearround, so they can be consistent at it. We can keep people moving all year.”

The center is also doing balance classes through the Macomb County Health Department and has done classes that teach people how to shop for healthier meals, too.

These places are more than just workout spots. They have become pillars of the community where everyone is safe, welcome and encouraged to socialize all yearround.

“They come to the senior center and it’s not just doing yoga or a fitness class.

It’s really the mental stimulation part of it, too,” Dubinsky said. “I think that’s one of the best parts of it.”

To set up a conversation with a life coach and learn more about Peak Physique of Troy, go to peakphysiquetroy.com. To learn more about activity centers in Madison Heights and St. Clair Shores, go to madison-heights.org and scsmi.net.

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also there’s a huge need for temporary fosters for people who still want their animal, but they need someone to take care of it briefly for them.

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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 Cruisers show at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Warren, which drew car fans and church members who volunteered to help with the show. Co-Presidents Ron Ratzow and Fred Birchard welcomed the crowd. Birchard owns three classic cars: a 1948 Ford Deluxe Coupe street rod, a 1957 Ford Thunderbird and a 1966 Ford Mustang.

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CLASSIC CARS COMBINE CONVERSATION AND CAMARADERIE

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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hen 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 his Poison Arrow. “We like to see what other people have done to their cars.”

ABOVE: Two skeletons pay homage to the Detroit Tigers, left, and the Detroit Lions in a 1973 Dodge displayed at the 25th annual Holy Cross Classic Cruisers show Sept. 28 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Warren.

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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‘Steel Magnolias’: Play about six women who share laughter, tears and strength in Louisiana hair salon, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18 and 2 p.m. Oct. 19, Macomb Center for the Performing Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, macombcenter.com, (586) 286-2222

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‘A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’: Celtic celebration features former World Irish Dance Championships winners and performers from “Lord of the Dance” and “Riverdance,” 4 p.m., Macomb Center for the Performing Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, macombcenter.com, (586) 286-2222, read about Macomb Center’s 2025-26 season at candgnews.com Halloween Hustle: Costume contest at 9 a.m., 5K and 8K run/walk at 9:30 a.m., fun run (approximately half mile) at 10:30 a.m., and awards at 10:40 a.m., Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metropolitan Parkway in Harrison Township, runsignup.com

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“Isn’t It Time,” the Babys enjoyed moderate success, but after five years of touring, Waite said, “We were making zero money, and it just fell apart.”

It was time for a “Change.” Waite launched his solo career with 1982’s “Ignition.” The album featured the song “Change,” which experienced heavy rotation during the early days of MTV. Two years later, he scored his first No. 1 hit on the Billboard chart with “Missing You.” When writing the single, he knew it would be a hit.

“It meant all things to everyone. It applied to all different situations,” said Waite, who has 2.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify. “It’s one of those songs you wait your whole life to write.”

Waite said having the most popular song in the U.S. is “an interesting place. You really feel like you’ve achieved something. It was something I didn’t take lightly.”

In Waite’s case, it’s unclear which came first: the musician or the songwriter.

“There’s also the argument, is it poetry or is it music?” said Waite, influenced by the guitar riffs of Jimi Hendrix and the blues of John Mayall. “The songs I love the most are

the ones with interesting lyrics. To marry storytelling into music, that’s the challenge.”

He said the Beatles’ “Paperback Writer” is one example.

“What a topic,” Waite said. “You didn’t see that coming.”

When songwriting, Waite is inspired by the world around him. For instance, he penned the ballad “Downtown” after living in New York City.

“A mom trying to find things for her kids at a Goodwill store or the guy sitting in a coffee shop by himself,” Waite said.

“There’s a million stories. People go through so much.”

‘He had so many great songs.

His band was great too.’

In 1987, Waite reconnected with former Babys member Jonathan Cain, who had joined Journey, and Ricky Phillips, Journey guitarist Neal Schon and drummer Deen Castronovo to form Bad English. They recorded two albums, producing a hit with “When I See You Smile,” and disbanded in ‘91.

Waite never stopped playing music and continued to write, record and tour. At one point, country music got a hold of him when he moved to Nashville and became friends with bluegrass artist Alison Krauss. The pair

recorded “Missing You” as a duet. A highlight was performing Vince Gill’s “Whenever You Come Around” in three different music keys at the Grand Ole Opry.

Sterling Heights resident Karen Martellaro never misses a John Waite show at Andiamo.

“Every time I go, it’s a treat. I like the variety of music. I like how he plays his solo stuff, his music with the Babys and he breaks out Bad English,” she said. “It’s a great venue. It’s a fun night. I think the band is a finetuned machine. They all work well together.”

She also hangs with the other fans to meet Waite.

“He’s a class act all the way around. If you’re lucky enough to meet him, you will have even more respect for him not only as an artist but as a person,” she said. “He’s kind, generous and patient. He goes out of his way to talk to his fans, take pictures and sign autographs.”

“I know it means a lot to people,” Waite said.

Local musician Vito Lafata also saw the concert at Andiamo with his girlfriend Sandy, who suggested they get tickets.

“He was much better than I thought he would be, “said Lafata, of St. Clair Shores.

“I’m only vaguely familiar with his music, so it was a pleasant surprise to hear how great he still sings. He had so many great songs.

His band was great, too.”

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John Waite, known for fronting two bands the Babys and Bad English as well as his solo work, signed autographs for fans after his show Sept. 27 at the Andiamo Celebrity Showroom in Warren.

Presently, Waite is recording new music with songs he is determined to release.

He said he hopes to play some larger venues again because that’s where “the music just explodes.” If he had his way, he’d also like to do a storytelling tour.

“The album I am making at the moment is lyric driven,” he said. “No song is ever sung the same way twice. That makes it worthwhile.”

Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.

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“(Rabbits) are within the order Lagomorpha, taxonomically,” said KR Vedolich, a naturalist with the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center in Shelby Township. “They are genetically distinct from a lot of different kinds of animals … and this is the group that contains rabbits and hares and pikas. They are separate rodents and rodents are in their own taxonomic order, Rodentia.”

The eastern cottontail rabbit is native to Michigan, having been in the eastern part of North America for millions of years. For all of that time rabbits have played a key role in how the natural environment of the region has functioned, even if most of what they do is hidden from the surface view.

“They’re a good herbivore to clean up our forest floor to help control plant populations,” Vedolich said. “After a rabbit eats it has to digest that food and then poop it out. That poop provides important resources for other animals in the area. Think of dung beetles or any other kind of insect that might relish those nutrients (in the poop) and break those down further to help fertilize the soil. There’s multiple steps of moving energy around the ecosystem.”

Another step in the energy-moving process is the rabbit’s role as a prey animal that is eaten by other animals within the environment, therefore passing energy along the food chain. Beyond moving energy, rabbits also move plenty of dirt by building underground tunnels — and not just for rabbits.

“They build really extensive burrow systems which are actually quite sophisticated,” Vedolich said. “They can have dozens, even over 100 different entrances into a single burrow system … But those burrows are not only important for the rabbit itself to find shelter from predators. Those kinds of borrow systems that rabbits build are also important for other types of wildlife as well.

Animals like snakes may take advantage of the additional shelter. Skunks might also use rabbit burrows. Things like groundhogs, chipmunks, even turtles can find their way (into burrows). It’s a really cool thing. They provide a lot of services to the environment.”

Rabbits and humans have always had an interesting relationship. Along with being a prey animal hunted for fur and food for centuries, more recent development patterns in the region have seen wild rabbits go through a cyclical relationship with the lands they live on.

“In the original forest there may have been a very healthy population of rabbits that, with initial urban development, was probably pushed out by all of the noise,

changing structures (and) heavy equipment,” Vedolich said. “But as time goes on, let’s say that (a) subdivision is now established. The ground is settling, homes are settling, you may have more people in an area which is a deterrent for rabbits to be nearby — but it also might mean that their predators may not be around. When it comes to rabbits in an urban landscape, there’s a benefit of being around because they have more ornamental plants they can eat and there’s potentially less predation pressure on those animals within an urban environment.”

But for all their interactions with humans and the world built by humans, wild rabbits like the eastern cottontail are an entirely separate species from the domestic rabbits that make up one of the county’s most popular — and most abandoned — pets.

While eastern cottontails are a local species, domestic rabbits have a lineage of Iberian rabbits bred by Romans for the purpose of harvesting meat and furs.

“When that wild-type rabbit was domesticated, all its fearful traits were bred out,” Vedolich said. “It’s just like how dogs were domesticated from wolves. You breed a litter, you choose the calmest (and) most agreeable ones, you breed those ones so that over generations the rabbits that you find are lacking a lot of the flight and fear responses. Domestication has actually changed the structure of the domesticated rabbit’s brain such that within a domesticated rabbit’s brain, the amygdala (the part responsible for fear) is greatly reduced in comparison to a wild rabbit.”

Given the docility bred into domestic rabbits over so many generations, abandoning one in the wild under the assumption it can survive is essentially giving it a death sentence.

“It would be no different than if you thought of dumping your cat or your dog,” Macomb County Animal Control Director Jeff Randazzo said. “These are animals that have already been acclimated to human interactions, humans feeding them, watering them, all those things and all of a sudden, all of those stop. They do not know how to free graze. And they are susceptible because they weren’t born in the wild, they are not going to — in my opinion — take cover or know that harm is on the way.”

Randazzo recommends that looking to take on a domestic rabbit as a pet should study the way rabbits behave in captivity, seek an animal through a trusted rescue agency and get all the proper vaccines for the rabbit.

While the face and shape of metro Detroit is set to change with new developments and further expansions northward and westward, Vedolich believes the eastern cottonSee RABBIT on page 23A

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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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Already having four of the six authorized full-time firefighter positions filled at prior meetings, trustees also approved the hiring of Justin Beardon and Keaton Carlson as the Macomb Township Fire Department’s newest full-time fire fighters on Oct. 8. Trustees also approved hiring a purchasing specialist for the fire department.

Along with the six full-time firefighter positions, trusses had previously authorized the hiring of a full-time training officer. Macomb Township Human Resources Director Jeff Tabaka provided the board with an update on the status of the trainer position.

“We were thinking we would get internal candidates. We did not, so now we posted outside and we are receiving applications,” Tabaka said.

Along with adding and pursuing new full-time talent, the retirement of part-time firefighter Steve Anderson was recognized at the meeting. In addition to his 28 years of service for Macomb Township, Anderson

After months of service complaints and a move to put the city’s contract under a default notice, the saga of trash hauler Priority Waste and Macomb Township has come to a quiet end. Trustees decided — with no need to cast a vote — to pursue no further detrimental action against Priority Waste.

“My team that handles all of the complaint calls and is monitoring the web portal that we have access to through Priority Waste informs me today that the performance of Priority Waste has normalized,” Macomb Township Supervisor Frank Viviano said.

“We are no longer receiving any more additional calls than we would have received under GFL or at any other time during our tenure here. It is my opinion that Priority has done what we asked them to, which was (to) cure their default, and I don’t believe any future action is warranted.”

The township would need to issue a new notice of default should any further contract issues arise with Priority Waste.

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The state-allocated $2.5 million will be paired with another $2.5 million awarded through a Transportation Alternatives Program grant from the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments earlier this year, giving the project $5 million in funds sourced from out of the township to work with. The expansion of Broughton Road is part of the “Main Street Macomb” project, which is set to build a central downtown in Macomb Township with residences and mixed-use development radiating out of a boulevard-style Broughton Road.

Macomb Township Fire Chief Robert Phillips, left, presents retiring firefighter Steve Anderson with his helmet at the Oct. 8 board of trustees meeting. Anderson served the Macomb Township Fire Department for 28 years in part-time service after serving the Mount Clemens Fire Department as a volunteer for 13 years.

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volunteered with the Mount Clemens Fire Department for 13 years prior to that.

“Steve was one that was always there and always counted on,” Macomb Township Fire Chief Robert Phillips said. “If you’ve attended any of our open houses, you would recognize Steve as the man on the grill taking care of the hot dogs and everything.

“Steve, over the years, has always been one that responded in the upper 90% of call volume. It didn’t matter the time of day or whatever day, week (or) holidays, firefighter Anderson was there and we appreciate that,” Phillips said.

Along with presenting Anderson with his helmet, Phillips assured all that Anderson plans to reprise his role as grill master at next year’s Fire Department open house.

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MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Sept. 30 at around 6:30 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff ’s Office deputies were called to the 21500 block of Dupont Drive for a suspicious circumstances report.

Deputies spoke with a 44-year-old Macomb Township woman, who said she found an Apple-branded tracking device in her son’s backpack. She had not placed the device in there herself and, after discussing the situation with deputies, suspected it could have been done mistakenly by another parent.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Sept. 30 at around 12:10 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff ’s Office deputies were dispatched to the 46500 block of Chelon Court for a breaking and entering report.

Deputies spoke with an employee of the property’s ownership company, who said a mobile home had signs of prying around its doorframe, discarded fake nails around the inside and a burn mark on the carpet toward the rear of the unit. Deputies confirmed the damage and litter upon inspecting the home.

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While pulling into a convenience store, deputies checked the license plate of a parked car and discovered the driver had a suspended license. After the driver, a 70-year-old Macomb Township man, left the property, deputies initiated a traffic stop.

After confirming the suspended license and arresting the man, deputies conducted an inspection of the car and found a medicine bottle with four suspected rocks of crack cocaine within it.

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Deputies spoke with a 54-year-old Macomb Township woman who said around 8:50 a.m. she found her car in the street with a broken rear window. Deputies inspected the car, noticing what appeared to be blood on the door and damage to armrests and the center console along with the initially reported glass damage.

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called the Shirley Glass Terrace. The new space honors the longtime educator.

“While up-to-date resources, technology and facilities are vital to supporting the work of Macomb Community College, it’s the people of the college that truly make a difference in the lives of our students, residents and community,” MCC President James O. Sawyer IV said in a prepared statement. “Shirley Glass is a shining example.

She was wholeheartedly committed to her students, to her colleagues and to the critical role Macomb plays now and in the future of Macomb County.”

The Shirley Glass Terrace is part of a major renovation located adjacent to the Macomb Culinary Institute’s teaching restaurant, the Monarque. The Shirley Glass Terrace and the Monarque are in the final stages of preparation and inspections, and will open soon.

As part of the reimagining of the teaching restaurant, culinary arts, pastry arts and hospitality management students could submit suggestions for a new name to replace Center Stage. The winning entry, Monarque, was submitted by Christina Thompson, a pastry arts student who graduates in December. The Mount Clemens resident won a $250 Macomb scholarship.

The Monarque teaching restaurant includes an expanded and modernized dining area, a new open-concept kitchen, a fully functional beverage service and training bar, and a formal entrance. The goal of the renovation is to better simulate real-world industry conditions and provide Macomb’s students with hands-on professional learning experiences and the community with firstclass dining experiences.

According to the press release, Glass was instrumental in developing and expanding the accounting program at MCC. Accounting professor Brian Newman was the executor of Glass’s estate. He first met Glass in 2014 when he was hired at the college.

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tail’s history of resilience will lead to a future where wild rabbits will remain a fixture of the southeastern Michigan ecosystem for decades to come.

“The eastern cottontail rabbit is a very resilient animal,” Vedolich said. “It has the ability to produce multiple litters of rabbits every year. They can go through a lot of change and adapt to it over time, whether

“She welcomed me on the first day like a family member. Shirley was a very kind and generous individual. She had a heart of gold.

If you had any questions, people looked to her to see what we were supposed to do,” Newman said. “She loved to go out to eat with good food and frequented the Culinary Arts Department. It just shows the love she had for the college, the institution and the students. This is a final tribute to her legacy.

“It’s an extension of the culinary program. These are students that are doing all the work,” Newman said. “I got a sneak peek. It’s gorgeous. Everything is beautiful.

It’s really like a hidden gem of the college.

The culinary faculty does a phenomenal job.”

Mike Balsamo, dean of business, information technology and culinary at MCC, said the terrace brings together Glass’s three greatest passions: education, food and community. The culinary arts students take a number of courses that include culinary techniques, sanitation, table service, baking, wine appreciation, artisan and special breads, and much more.

“A lot of students are ready for employment at local places. A lot of them work in country clubs,” Balsamo said. “A lot of them want to go into catering. With younger students, they want to be entrepreneurs. They want to own food trucks or open up a bake shop on their own.”

One class Balsamo has observed firsthand is plated desserts.

“You can really see the creativity of the students. There is a little bit of an artistic component,” he said. “The challenge is not just to bake but the presentation is very important.”

Balsamo worked with Glass for about five years.

“She had a big, booming teacher’s voice and was always very approachable,” he said.

“She liked to have the students work together. She was big on tutoring so she could spend time with students who needed help.

She was always a great colleague.”

Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045. that change is because of human development or whether the change is because of overarching continuous dynamics with predator populations as well. Populations can go up and down, but rabbits are very good at compensating for any large hits. They’re really resilient animals. I would say if we start to see more of a public passion for conserving our wild spaces, I think the rabbit has a really good shot of being with us for a long, long time.”

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Better Business Bureau of Michigan, via email.

Besides checking the BBB directory online to see if the business has been rated or reviewed, the BBB tells homeowners to search the company’s name along with words such as “scam,” “review” or “complaint,” to see what comes up.

“Ask about training, certifications, and background checks for the company employees or subcontractors,” the BBB stated in a press release. “Additionally, inquire about what kind of identification they’ll show when they arrive at your home.”

Get multiple bids — at least three, if possible.

“Remember, the lowest bid for your remodeling project may not necessarily be the best bid; if one offer is significantly lower than the others, the contractor may be cutting corners or may not understand your work requirements,” the BBB stated.

“Alternately, higher bids might include an emergency budget or even different tiers of service. Carefully consider the ‘why’ behind these bids before making a final decision.”

Good contractors, said Torsell, take the

time to explain their work thoroughly, communicate with and respond to customers, are passionate about what they do, clean up after themselves and often have generational experience after learning the craft from a relative.

With the exception of plumbers, Torsell said contractors shouldn’t charge a fee for a site visit.

The BBB said homeowners should get everything in writing, including estimates.

Regardless of the project, Torsell said homeowners should set aside a contingency of at least 10% to 15%.

“In preservation, you should always expect the unexpected,” she said.

Bill Sikora, of Sterling Heights, an attendee at Torsell’s lecture, knows this personally, having been involved in restoration projects at the homes of two family members. He recommended having an even larger contingency than 15%.

“There’s always going to be someone uncovering something,” Sikora said of projects involving older homes.

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to $25 million range, depending on whether a new facility would be built from the ground up or as an attachment to another county property, such as the nearby Robert A. Verkulien Building.

“We would hope that it’s (made on) property or land that we already have,” Hackel said. “These are my suggestions (and) we’re putting it out there that we’re working with the board (of commissioners).

I think that’s going to be a savings, not having to worry about the land itself. Suggested properties could be Freedom Hill, could be a partnership with Macomb Community College. We’re going to be doing a new Verkulien Building, so with that there could be a combined effort trying to build a facility for the animal shelter there as well.”

Hackel’s idea about what to do with the current shelter was more sorted out, at least as far as keeping it around. Hackel said the nearly 70-year-old building at 21417 Dunham Road (built in 1958 and remodeled in 1981) could keep its animal-focused mission by being repurposed as kennels for animals showcasing higher levels of aggression, among other potential uses.

“Based upon the footprint we see here, there’s no question that it’s going to be the kennels and the appropriate type of kennels

separating animals that would be more aggressive than others,” Hackel said. “We’ve got the medical portions of the facility where we try to make sure, we have separation of animals that might be sick. We’re using a garage for major incidents (around 30 cats recently rescued from an Armada home were set up in the garage), but this isn’t really the best use of the area to deal with these cats that were brought in from a hoarding situation.”

Along with still-operational facilities at the current shelter, there is space to walk animals on the property itself. More space can be found at the surrounding county facilities and at the nearby Nicholson Nature Center.

Hackel was also open to the facility being repurposed by another county department.

Even with an aging building, work has been steady and evolving within the department. Macomb County Animal Control took in over 2,620 animals over the past year, vaccinated nearly 4,200 pets, microchipped over 1,530 animals, spayed and neutered over 720 animals and issued nearly 10,500 licenses. All of this was done by a team of 30 volunteers and a small team of animal control officers, their collective work coming out to a 95% save rate among animals taken in by the department, 960 direct adoptions and over 540 animals returned to owners from the Clinton Township-based shelter.

An initiative highlighted by Hackel and Animal Control Director Jeff Randazzo was the new MicroChip Connect program,

which are self-service stations that give people the ability to check an animal for an implanted microchip to make reuniting lost pets an easier task.

“Clinton Township, Roseville, Armada and Shelby Township were all our pilot programs for our new self-scanning microchip stations, and they’re all located at the police departments,” Randazzo said. “So far, just in Clinton Township, over 33 people within the last two weeks have utilized that self-scanner. It tells us that the community is more engaged, and our microchip returnto-owner rate is definitely going to increase.

It’s about finding lost pets and getting them reunited, diverting them from coming into the shelter.”

Along with the self-scanner initiative, Macomb County Animal Control hosts events throughout the year to connect its

services to the community. The Snip Happens event, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, will register the first 20 male outdoors cats for trap-neuter-return treatment. A fill-thetrailer event happening at the Garfield Road Pet Supplies Plus in Clinton Township over the weekend of Oct. 10-12 aims to raise supplies to support Macomb County seniors and their pets. The department is also hosting a trunk-or-treat event at the Macomb Public County Works parking lot — just up the road from the shelter at 21777 Dunham Road in Clinton Township — on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 1-3 p.m.

Go to macombgov.org/departments/ animal-control for more information about the department, to learn how to adopt an animal, to find out how to volunteer and more.

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“We love trying to bring people together that enjoy cars,” Birchard said. “We’re like golfers. Golfers do anything to play golf. We do anything to play with a car, old cars particularly.

We have cars from 1929 in the club, a ’32 Ford, a dozen or more prewar cars.”

“We have about 15 to 20 members in our car club. Half of them are members of the church,” Ratzow said. “Our whole purpose of the club is to let people have the opportunity to know Jesus.”

Ratzow, of Harrison Township, loves to bring his two-door 1935 Ford Sedan street rod to shows as well as his 1983 Chevrolet Malibu station wagon, which he modified so it resembled a Chevrolet El Camino. One of his favorite cars was his 1956 two-door Lincoln Premiere hardtop.

“I wish I wouldn’t have gotten rid of it,” he said.

Randy Stier, who owns a 1966 Ford Mustang fastback, also made it out to the Holy Cross Classic Cruisers show.

“I’m 78 and I’ve been doing this since I was 16,” the Warren resident said. “Car shows every weekend. I run into people I haven’t seen in a while. Car guys are good guys. Someone will show up with jumper cables or whatever you need.”

Madison Heights resident Paul Christlieb — who owns a 2007 Ford F-150 Harley Davidson Edition — attended the Holy Cross Classic Cruisers show for the first time this year.

“It’s awesome. The camaraderie is great,” he said. “You can walk out here and talk to anybody. If you have a problem, they come and help.”

Pretty soon the car shows will end until 2026.

“That is the time to work on them,” Christlieb said. “The cars get done in the fall and winter for next year.”

The Holy Cross Classic Cruisers has two shows every year: a blessing of the rides in the spring and a car show every fall.

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Bearded dragon theft backfires

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A 19-year-old woman and a 29-year-old woman, both from Detroit, are facing larceny charges after they allegedly stole a bearded dragon from Lou’s Pet Shop at around 4:40 p.m. Sept.

16. Police said surveillance footage from the store shows the two women inside the business, where the younger suspect is seen removing the dragon from its enclosure. The women are said to have purchased supplies for a turtle tank and left. Police said a day earlier, one of the women had bought a turtle from the store, filling out paperwork with her name and contact information, which made it easy for police to track them down. Detectives recovered the dragon, valued at $199.

Social media poster sought for indecent exposure

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — An unknown male suspect is being sought by police after he is said to have posted five videos to TikTok that show what appears to be a man urinating at various sites in the Grosse Pointes. The videos — which were posted around mid-September — look to have been filmed at night and don’t show nudity, but do show the unknown person urinating at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, at an unknown public restroom, at Grosse Pointe Woods’ Lake Front Park, at Pier Park in Grosse Pointe Farms and at University Liggett School in Grosse Pointe Woods. The suspect could be facing indecent exposure charges.

Larceny suspects sought

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Police are looking for two unknown suspects who are said to have stolen several tool bags and four chain saws — worth a total of about $4,000 — from a vehicle while it was parked in the 900 block of Beaconsfield Avenue at 11:45 a.m. Sept. 15.

The victim told police that a male suspect wearing a ski mask entered the victim’s vehicle and removed the items before fleeing the scene in a Nissan Altima. The victim told police a woman was in the Nissan as well.

Cigarette theft under investigation

GROSSE POINTE CITY — A 40-year-old Detroit man was suspected of having stolen a carton of Newport cigarettes from a gas station in the 17000 block of Mack Avenue at around 3:30 p.m. Sept. 16. A police report states that when the cashier got the carton for the suspect, he grabbed it and fled the scene in a black Nissan occupied by a 47-year-old Detroit woman.

Police said they had identified the suspects but the investigation was ongoing.

Boat explosion

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On Sept. 14, at around

3:45 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to Belvedere Bay in Harrison Township for a boat explosion.

The owner of the boat, along with one adult and two juvenile passengers, were anchored in the bay.

When they attempted to leave, the engine compartment caught on fire and eventually exploded. The four individuals were ejected from the boat.

A good Samaritan vessel helped the ejected occupants from the water and transported them to shore. The Harrison Township Fire Department provided medical treatment. Three of the four occupants sustained injuries and were transported for further medical treatment. As of Sept. 15, all four occupants were in stable condition.

The Sheriff’s Office Marine Division extinguished the fire and towed the boat. A fire inspector from the Sheriff’s Office inspected the vessel and determined there was nothing suspicious and did not suspect foul play.

Burgled car

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On Sept. 8 at around 1:20 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies spoke with a 36-year-old Harrison Township woman about items stolen from her car.

The woman said she left her car “unsecured” in her driveway in the 34000 block of Genereaux Street over the night of Sept. 7. On the morning of Sept. 8, she noticed debit and credit cards that she normally kept in her car were missing. One of the cards was reported for fraudulent use at a CVS in Detroit.

The woman wished to press changes.

The Silverado driver, identified as a 55-year-old Detroit man, left after waiting for over an hour for police to arrive. The man did not provide the woman with accident information.

Deputies ran a database query on the Detroit man and attempted to reach him by phone but were unsuccessful.

Scam intervention

MOUNT CLEMENS — On Sept. 5 at around 2:30 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the Sunoco gas station at 1160 Southbound Gratiot for a Bitcoin scam.

Deputies were called after another customer of the gas station’s Bitcoin machine noticed an 86-yearold Mount Clemens man was depositing $5,900 in the machine, stopping him on the suspicion he was being scammed. Bitcoin customer service was able to freeze the transaction.

The man told deputies he received a pop-up on his computer claiming there was malware and urged him to call a phone number for a remote “fix.” The remote “repair worker” showed he had a $10,000 charge on a child pornography website and instructed the man to pay him $10,000 in Bitcoin.

Deputies followed the man to his home and disconnected his computer from the internet.

Retail fraud reported

MOUNT CLEMENS — On Sept. 6 at around 9:15 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the Family Dollar at 254 S. Gratiot for a fraud report.

Deputies spoke with store staff, who said three men walked in asking to have money loaded to a Cash App account. The cashier left to get help, and one of the men turned the register monitor around and loaded $370 of the store’s money onto his account. The men then left in a Chrysler 300. An assistant manager said she would like to press charges on the store’s behalf.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 6:43 p.m. on Sept. 22, a case of retail fraud was reported in the 22000 block of Harper Avenue.

Officers received a call from a store manager about a woman who is known to steal alcohol and drink it in the store. The woman, 61, arrived in a white vehicle. Upon arrival, one of the officers located the white vehicle with a man in the driver seat. The suspect walked out and sat in the passenger seat and a manager confirmed it was her. An officer asked the suspect to exit for questioning and she admitted to the crime after the officer explained why they were there.

The woman apologized and said she’d pay for the items, stating she’s never done this before. She told police that an upcoming surgery made her nervous, making her want to drink. The manager said it was an ongoing problem.

Hit, wait and run

Woman reports indecent exposure

Dollar store burglary

MOUNT CLEMENS — On Sept. 6 at around 8:40 a.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies spoke with a 28-year-old Clinton Township woman about an accident that occurred the prior night.

The woman said on Sept. 5 at around 10:30 p.m., she was leaving the Roskopp Parking Lot when her Chevrolet Blazer was struck by a Chevrolet Silverado.

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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.

EASTPOINTE — At around 9:15 a.m. Sept. 23, officers were dispatched to the area of Dale Street and Deerfield Avenue to investigate a report that a suspect had approached a woman and asked her if she “wanted some loving” before reportedly dropping his shorts and exposing himself. The man reportedly fled after the woman called police.

Gaming console stolen from car

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A police officer was dispatched to the 7000 block of Sal Mar Way, off Van Dyke Avenue north of 25 Mile Road, for a larceny from auto complaint at 12:26 a.m. Sept. 10. Upon police arrival, the male caller advised that he believed his wife’s vehicle had been broken into. The caller said he had left his Nintendo Switch in the vehicle and it was now missing.

Police investigate threat

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A police officer met with a man in the lobby regarding a threat complaint at 10:14 a.m. Sept. 9. The man said he had been separated from his ex-girlfriend for the past 1 1/2 years and, in the past, she had made references to harming him if they were ever to break up. The man told police that he received a Snapchat message from a male who is friends with his ex that day, stating he was going to come and put the caller in the ground. The man wanted this incident documented. The officer also called the female and advised her to keep away and stop all communications. The female stated she was moving out of state and would have no other communication with him.

Man allegedly drives drunk to the Police Department to purchase firearm permit

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A police officer was dispatched to the Shelby Township Police Department’s front lobby for an intoxicated man attempting to purchase a permit for a firearm at 1:58 p.m. Sept. 19.

The officer met with the man in the lobby, who showed signs of being intoxicated. The officer reportedly was able to confirm that the man drove to the department through cameras, but the man stated he was driven by a friend. The man completed sobriety tests and was placed under arrest for operating while intoxicated and lodged at the Shelby Township Police Department.

Police said this was the man’s third arrest for operating while intoxicated.

Suspicious sighting

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Sept. 12 at around 9 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to the 46000 block of Fairchild Road for a suspicious person report.

Deputies spoke with a 73-year-old Macomb Township woman who said a man was at her front window shining a light inside. She showed deputies a night vision picture from her security camera of a man kneeling and shining a light into her front window.

Deputies were unable to find anyone on the property, but information was added to the board at the substation and dispatch was advised about special attention to be given to the residence.

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.