Battle of the Badges returns to Troy
BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com
TROY — Troy ended the summer with a charity softball match between the city’s police and fire departments.
The game was played Sept. 26 at Flynn Park. It not only brought the community together for a fun event, but it also raised funds for the Troy Police Department’s Honor Guard.
The city’s first Battle of the Badges game was in 2019. For that inaugural game, the funds went to the Firefighters Memorial at Firefighters Park.
But since that game, the event had been on hiatus — until now.
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — The Troy City Council has approved a new redevelopment plan for a mixed-use project at the site of the former Kmart headquarters in Troy. The property is at 31000 W. Big Beaver Road and has been vacant since 2006. It was purchased by Forbes/Frankel Troy Ventures in 2009. Demolition began in late 2023 and finished in mid2024. The developer is planning a mixed-use project that could feature residential units, office space, stores and a hotel at the corner of Coolidge Highway and Big Beaver Road. It may take the next several years to complete.
See BADGES on page 13A
In addition, University of Michigan Health has purchased 7.28 acres of the 40-acre property for $4.42 million to build a health care center. Another 4 acres were later acquired for $2.5 million.
But first, Forbes/Frankel needed council to approve a new brown-
“One of our officers plays softball on the department team and thought it’d be a great idea to bring this event back,” said Sgt. John Julian, Troy’s public information officer. “Back then, the beneficiary was going to be the fire department … so wouldn’t it be nice if the Troy Police Honor Guard could benefit from this year’s fundraising.” See REDEVELOPMENT on page 5A
ABOVE: Troy Fire Department Honor Guard member Donnie Hudson watches the Battle of the Badges softball game from the dugout.
LEFT: A Troy firefighter looks in from first base with a Troy police officer behind him in the field. Photos by Liz Carnegie
See more photos at candgnews. com/galleries.
Police arrest suspect in August stabbing
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — A suspect has been arrested in a stabbing incident that occurred in late August.
The Troy Police Department, with the assistance of the FBI Violent Crime Task Force, apprehended 26-year-old Dquavion Lamariee Broome on Oct. 9.
The stabbing incident occurred Aug. 30 in the parking lot of Sedona Taphouse, located at 198 E. Big Beaver Road. During the incident, Broome allegedly stabbed another man. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition.
“Investigators determined that the suspect and victim were known to each other, and the assault was not a random act,” read a statement by the Troy Police Department. “While there was no ongoing danger to the public, investigators worked diligently to locate Broome.”
Authorities determined that Broome left the state following the incident, but he recently returned to Michigan and was arrested without incident Oct. 9.
“The Troy Police Department would
Fall in full swing
by Patricia O’Blenes
Troy Trail at Sylvan Glen Lake Park is now flush with fall colors. Swans and other birds are among the wildlife at the scenic park.
Photos
Broome
NEWS & NOTES
Somerset Collection’s Detroit Shoppe to celebrate 15th anniversary
TROY — The Detroit Shoppe, at Somerset Collection, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with an exhibition in Somerset Collection’s North Grand Court during the month of October.
In October 2010, The Detroit Shoppe officially opened at Somerset Collection. It was planned to be a 12-week holiday pop-up, but in those 12 weeks more than $1 million dollars was raised for charity.
“The Detroit Shoppe was designed to bring the city’s vibrant past and present to life by showcasing and promoting historic artifacts and collectable products from Detroit’s most beloved brands and renowned destinations,” read a statement from the Somerset Collection.
Since then, the Detroit Shoppe has donated nearly $5 million to more than 200 local charities through purchases and donations over the past 15 years.
For its 15th anniversary, The Detroit Shoppe is working with the Detroit Historical Society, Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers, and Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights for an exhibition that presents more than 100 pieces of Detroit artifacts and memorabilia, along with a month-long calendar of events and live demonstrations. The exhibition officially opened Oct. 3.
For more information, visit thedetroitshoppe.com or thesomersetcollection.com.
PONTIAC — Community Housing Network will host its first 80s Homecoming Party at the historic Lafayette Grande in Pontiac, 7-11 p.m. Oct. 24.
The nonprofit is a Troy-based organization that provides resources to help children, families, people with disabilities and other vulnerable populations live in stable homes.
Last year, the organization helped more than 17,000 Metro Detroiters, investing $12.5 million into the community.
“So many of our neighbors are just one paycheck away from losing their home for no reason of their own doing. Homelessness is often simply about math, stagnant wages that do not keep up with rent, medical bills that drain savings, the rising cost of housing, the sudden loss of a job or family emergencies,” said Kirsten Elliott, chief executive officer and president of Community Housing Network, in a statement. “This is why events like our 80s Homecoming Party matter: they help us build a safety net for our community and create lasting housing solutions, so families do not have to face this crisis alone.”
The 80s Homecoming Party will consist of classic 80s music hits, heavy hors d’oeuvres, themed beverages, and live and silent auctions. Guests are invited to dress in throwback attire such as neon, leg warmers and big hair, or simply come as they are.
Tickets are $80 per person and can be purchased online at communityhousingnetwork.org.
Photos provided by Somerset Collection
Compiled by Sarah Wright
Troy purchases robot for striping ballfields, parking lots
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — The city of Troy is purchasing a Tiny Mobile Robot — a device for line-painting athletic fields and restriping parking lots.
The City Council unanimously approved the purchase at its meeting Sept. 29. The specific model is the Tiny Line Marker Pro X, made by TinyMobileRobots US, based in Kennesaw, Ga.
The cost is nearly $37,900 and includes the device, accessories, an annual subscrip-
Redevelopment
field redevelopment plan, including a reimbursement agreement for costs associated with demolition and abatement, specifically for the 28-acre portion of the property where the original Kmart building once stood.
A previous brownfield redevelopment plan from 2008 had to be terminated in the process. The prior plan was for a $320 mil-
tion and an extended five-year warranty.
In a typical 36-week season, the Troy Department of Public Works maintains 39 athletic fields across the city, which includes 14 baseball/softball fields, 23 soccer fields and two practice football fields. Each field requires weekly line painting and setup to ensure safety and compliance with league standards.
If done manually, the work can be labor intensive, especially at the start of a new season when fields must be remeasured. Rainouts and heavy play can wear down fields faster, which may require restriping more often.
lion mixed-use project called The Pavilions of Troy, by developer Diamond Troy JV.
The brownfield redevelopment plan allowed for the recapture of incremental local and state taxes to reimburse the developer for certain costs related to the demolition. But Diamond Troy JV never proceeded with the project, so no costs were incurred, and no reimbursement was necessary.
As for the new redevelopment plan, it will reimburse the new developer by $9.2 million. The Troy City Council approved
The DPS also handles temporary striping of parking areas to support community events. With the Tiny Mobile Robot, both tasks can be handled more easily.
“This Tiny Mobile Robot is a threewheeled device that works off a GPS satellite to lay out and paint fields,” explained Dennis Trantham, the DPS deputy director. “Typically, it takes our team of two men about two hours per field to wet layout. This (robot) can lay out a field in about 20 minutes, depending on the size of the field.”
The Tiny Mobile Robot is highly portable. It requires no base stations and operates
the new plan at its meeting Sept. 29. Officials believe that the arrangement will have long-term benefits for the city.
“If we look at the last 18 years and how much in taxes we’ve received compared to what we will receive, this is definitely going to be a benefit,” said Mark Gunn, mayor pro tem of Troy. “Plus, we get a U of M hospital at the location, so I think that’s a big plus there, too, for all of us people who like going to U of M hospitals.”
City Councilmember Theresa Brooks
through subscription access to local wireless towers. It can operate in various field conditions and is compatible with any brand of athletic field paint. The robot also provides real-time analytics that allow technicians to resolve most issues remotely.
City Councilmember Hirak Chanda said this model compares favorably to others.
“I think this (robot) is smaller and easier to handle,” Chanda said.
For more information, visit troymi.gov. Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
said the brownfield redevelopment plan is a great incentive for developers to invest in blighted areas.
“We don’t want blighted developments in our city. We want them to be developed into something that is beneficial and that the community can benefit from,” Brook said. “And I do believe that this specific project is very, very beneficial for our city.”
For more information, visit troymi.gov. Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
Meet the inspiration for World War II memorial’s Rosie the Riveter statue
FRANCES MAURO MASTERS IS 103
BY CHARITY MEIER cmeier@candgnews.com
ROYAL OAK — The image of Frances Mauro Masters, 103, of Chesterfield Township, will be immortalized as the symbol of the Greatest Generation’s homefront workers when a bronze statue made in her likeness as a Rosie the Riveter will be added Nov. 11 to the Michigan World War II Legacy Memorial in Royal Oak.
Mauro Masters, better known as “Rosie Fran,” grew up in Detroit during the Great Depression. As one of five children born to Italian immigrants, she was taught the value of hard work to support not just herself, but her family. When she graduated from high school in 1940, her first priority was to find a job to help support her family.
While working at a local grocery store and taking night courses to learn to use a comptometer, Mauro Masters learned of a job at the Ford Willow Run Bomber Plant.
“I had two brothers in the service, and my future husband, he joined the Marines at 17, and I thought, ‘I want to work to help win the war,’” she said of her reason to apply.
Mauro Masters and her two sisters, Angeline and Josephine, were all hired on the spot for the plant. She said they all worked in different departments, as they were not allowed to work together.
“Out of the three of us, I was the only riveter. They worked in small parts, but I was the only riveter,” Mauro Masters said. “I worked in small parts for the wing (of B-24 Liberators), on a press, riveting.”
Mauro Masters worked at the plant for the duration of the war. She said her greatest challenge with the position was actually getting to the plant.
She recalled having to take a streetcar from her family’s Detroit home near the city airport to downtown Detroit, and then caught a bus similar to a Greyhound bus that was privately owned by Ford Motor Co. and was sent for the Rosies. She said it took well over an hour for her to get there.
“It took us an hour to get there and an hour to get back, and a lot of us slept on the bus. Thank God for my mother having supper ready for us,” she said. “We would just go to work and come home. We didn’t
go out because we had to get up early in the morning to go to work. We worked six days, sometimes seven days.”
Mauro Masters said that she worked eight hours a day. She would have to be there at 6 a.m. and said she got up very early to catch the bus, but said she liked it because she was able to go part of the way to work with her father, who worked at Eastern Market.
She said she had very little training when she started working at the plant. The employees had approximately one hour of training and then were on their own.
“No training. No. Just you do it this way and do it that way. When I was on the press, some of the rivets got crooked and you had to drill the rivets out and start over and put new rivets in,” she said. “I never complained, never made a mistake; I just did what they told me to do.”
The position at the plant paid $1 an hour. She said they were given a check each week, which she gave to her mom to help pay for their family house and expenses. She recalled that the house provided shelter for many family members who were in need, as money was hard to come by and they were the only ones that had a house.
“We didn’t keep any allowance,” she said.
Her son, John O’Brien, said he only found out about 20 years ago that his mom was a Rosie the Riveter.
“We knew my mom worked at Willow Run, but who cared? You know, as teenagers, who cared? I mean, she worked at Willow Run, ‘Oh, thank you, Ma.’ Because she worked her whole life when we were kids,” O’Brien said.
He said he found out when he and his brother took their mother to Willow Run after seeing an ad in the newspaper that they were opening up the plant to show the planes.
“We were totally shocked when we saw all the crowds, and I said, ‘Ma, are these the planes that you worked on?’ And she said yeah, and some young woman heard that and then she told her friends and they all took my mom and swept her away. I said to my brother, ‘What the heck is going on? What is this big deal?’ Well, as time went on we learned. We recognized that mom built
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“We can do it!” Rosie Fran, 103, does the traditional Rosie the Riveter pose in her Chesterfield Township home Oct. 10.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
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BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
TROY — The Troy School District has been awarded state funding for two electric buses.
The amount is $961,330, part of the Michigan Department of Education’s Clean Bus Energy Grant. The program totals $125 million, benefitting 23 schools and districts in Michigan.
Of that, $35.9 million is being distributed this year to add 87 electric buses and 10 propane buses to vehicle fleets across the state.
“Children and others in their communities benefit from cleaner air,” said Sue Carnell, interim state superintendent, in a written statement.
The Michigan Department of Education has partnered with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy on the eco-friendly initiative.
The effort is part of the MDE’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan and advances toward Goal No. 3, which aims “to improve the health, safety and wellness of all learners,” Carnell said.
Thanks to the ongoing efforts of this program, Michigan now has nearly 900 “clean buses” that will soon be in operation.
“The commitment by state and federal governments to provide schools with more environmentally friendly buses is
See ENERGY on page 15A
Photo provided by EGLE
A “clean bus” charges in a store parking lot. More than 20 schools and districts across Michigan have received state funding for new school buses — most of them electric — which will be built this winter.
WEEK 9 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAMES TO WATCH
BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — High school football teams around the state are preparing for the most dramatic game of the season this weekend. This will be the final regular season game of 2025 for most teams and the games feature rivalries, playoff implications and seasons on the line.
Marquee matchup of the week
Birmingham Groves at Birmingham Seaholm
7 p.m. Oct. 24
One of the biggest rivalries in the metro Detroit area is Seaholm versus Groves, and Seaholm will host this year’s showdown. Both teams are having solid seasons and will finish toward the top of their respective divisions. Two seasons ago, Seaholm defeated Groves in the regular season and in the postseason, but Groves returned the favor by accomplishing the exact same feat in 2024. That puts these rivals as playoff-caliber teams that are 2-2 in the last four meetings, and it should make for an electric Friday night at Seaholm High School.
Games to watch Berkley at Madison Heights Lamphere
7 p.m. Oct. 24
The season will end for both of these
teams with an out-of-conference game, but a competitive one nonetheless. Berkley finds itself in second in the Oakland Activities Association-Gold, and after starting the season 1-3 is now playing with the chance to make the postseason. Lamphere is third in the Macomb Area Conference-Gold and will be looking to secure a 6-3 season.
Photo by Donna Dalziel Seaholm players celebrate after a play against Avondale on Sept. 5 at Seaholm High School.
File photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Dakota’s Elijah Goins runs the ball in a 2024 matchup against Eisenhower.
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
MADISON HEIGHTS — Few groups are as vulnerable as those in foster care. As they age out of the system and are forced into the world to fend for themselves, experts say they’re at greater risk of homelessness, unemployment, substance abuse and incarceration.
An upcoming fundraiser by the Madison Heights Women’s Club will support the foster care group Guiding Harbor. Called the Bougie Bling Fling, it will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2 at Masonic Hall, 850 Horace Brown Dr., in Madison Heights.
True to its name, it will feature many “lavish” items that participants will exchange in a white-elephant-like swap. Items may include new or gently used designer accessories, home décor, unique collectibles and more.
See BOUGIE on page 10A
Photo provided by Christine Rockwell Bay Cliff Health Camp recently received donations of prom accessories, games and clothes from the Madison Heights Women’s Club.
Local, state professionals share tips to get your car winter ready
BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Between scraping your windshield and navigating snowy roads, winter driving isn’t always easy. But taking a few minutes and some easy steps can help prepare your vehicle to keep you safe in Michigan’s winter.
Rick Killewald, a master mechanic at Snappy Oil in Clinton Township, suggests drivers check some of their wear-and-tear parts, such as hoses and belts, in preparation for winter.
He also suggested drivers check parts such as wiper blades, and make sure their battery is holding a charge. It’s also important,
Bougie
The event comes complete with a light lunch and refreshments. In addition to the swap, there will also be raffles with additional prizes, ranging from gift baskets to travel experiences.
Tickets are $20 per person and are limited. To register, call Christine Rockwell at (808) 494-2469 or Dawn Joa at (586) 8713477. Both are second vice-presidents with the MHWC.
“I went to a similar (swapping) party last year, which is where I got the inspiration,” Rockwell said. “I got one of those Yeti cups for just $5 when they would normally be priced around $30 at least, so I was thrilled. The people who participate in these events donate Coach purses, beautiful lantern sets — all sorts of high-quality things.”
The plight of foster kids
Studies on those aging out of foster care reveal alarming statistics.
According to the National Foster Youth Institute, about 50% of the homeless population has spent time in foster care.
Those aging out of the system are at highest risk. Up to 36% of them become homeless during the transition to adulthood, according to the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health.
Disruptions to education are also common — the result of constantly readjusting to new homes or schools and trying to process the stress and trauma that comes with it.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, just 71% of youth who were in foster care at 17 had earned their
he said, to check tire pressures and make sure they aren’t dry-rotted or bald.
“Usually on the driver’s door panel, inside the door, it tells you what the tire pressure is supposed to be,” he said.
Killewald said the shop he works at is available to help drivers get their cars ready for winter.
“We check the tires, check the brakes, make sure the battery, hoses, belts, wipers are good,” he said. “That’s basically what we check for winter, just to make sure they’re all good for winter.”
In a press release, the Michigan State Police also told drivers to remove all snow and ice before driving.
“Snow, ice and dirt buildup can dim
the beams of lights and reduce visibility, and snow and ice from the roof can fall onto your windshield and block your view of the road,” the release states.
The release also states drivers can be hit with a fine if snow or ice from their vehicle impairs the visibility of other drivers by hitting their windshields, the road or the shoulder.
If drivers don’t have an ice scraper, they can use items such as an expired credit card or gift card, an old CD or CD case, a dustpan or plastic kitchen utensils. However, drivers should avoid using metal tools to scrape ice as it can scratch the glass, and warm water can crack the glass if used to clear ice.
The press release also states drivers
should keep their gas tank at least half full to help prevent the fuel lines from freezing, and emergency winter supplies should be kept in the vehicle at all times.
Some of the items recommended include flashlights, hand warmers, toilet paper, high-calorie foods such as nuts, granola bars and dried fruit, and extra mittens, hats and socks. Blankets and shovels can also be useful.
The press release also states drivers should allow plenty of time to reach their destination.
“Allow plenty of time to reach your destination so you won’t be tempted to drive faster than you should,” the release states.
Call Staff Writer Brian Wells at (248) 291-7637.
high school diploma by 21, compared to nearly 90% for the general population.
A study by the KIDS COUNT Data Center found that only 56% of youth in foster care at 17 were currently employed part time or full time at 21.
Substance abuse is another issue. A study by the Journal of Adolescent Health showed youth in foster care were twice as likely to engage in illicit drugs, five times as likely to be drug dependent and up to four times as likely to have other substance use disorders.
And according to a study by the U.S. Department of Justice, nearly 20% of state prisoners and nearly 10% of federal prisoners have spent time in foster care.
Most problems stem from a lack of support structures to guide them. Many foster kids don’t know how to manage their bank accounts, credit score, documents, a lease or a job to pay the bills. As such, many start to slip through the cracks once they’re on their own.
Making a difference
With the Bougie Bling Fling, the MHWC is supporting Guiding Harbor, a group that helps kids aging out of foster care by equipping them with independent living skills. And this fundraiser is just the latest of many charitable efforts by the MHWC.
Earlier this year, the club held a crafting day event that raised thousands of dollars for the Madison Heights Animal Shelter while also collecting tons of essential items like food, litter, toys and blankets to help keep the homeless animals healthy and happy.
During the club’s Book Shop Hop for Literacy, participants were encouraged to
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Rosie
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these planes that were used in the war,” O’ Brien said.
Mauro Masters said she doesn’t know why she never told her kids, but she was proud of it. However, she didn’t think it was as important as some things her family members had done during the war, such as her two brothers, one of whom, Salvatore Mauro, was killed during the Battle of the Bulge. However, now she realizes her work during the war was very important.
“Now I always tell my friends when they ask what she did in the war, I say, ‘She killed Hitler,’” O’Brien said.
The job not only enabled her to help with the war effort, but also provided her with a skill that would grow into a career for her. Her first husband died young, at 40, leaving her with three young children. But unlike many other single mothers, Mauro Masters was able to get a job at the Chrysler plant as a riveter in an era when the factory jobs were a male-dominated profession, thanks to her experience as a Rosie the Riveter.
“It opened up the workforce for women,” O’Brien said.
“It was interesting, very interesting,” she said of her experience.
During the war, the plant produced more than 8,000 planes. Mauro Masters said they made one plane per hour.
She said she got to see President Franklin D. Roosevelt when he toured the plant. She also noted that Marilyn Monroe and Betty White were also Rosies.
“Marilyn Monroe was a riveter in California. A lot of people didn’t know about that,” Mauro Masters said. “But one of the presidents discovered her, and I said, ‘Well, why didn’t they come and get me?’ That was my joke.”
Bette Kenward, the Michigan director for the American Rosie the Riveter Association, said that Monroe was a Rosie, the collective term for the women who worked on the home front in the factories, but was actually a spray painter.
When the war ended, Mauro Masters said it was announced over the loudspeaker that it would be their last day of work, but they were allowed to finish their shift.
The memorial in Royal Oak at Memorial Park, 31100 Woodward Ave. at 13 Mile Road, is being commissioned in segments as the statues are funded. It will have a statue to represent all the different groups that helped to win the war. Mauro Masters’ likeness will be the second statue. The first is of Joe, a soldier. The memorial is being placed in the
park where a group of trees were grown from acorns that were given to the U.S. by the British as a thank-you for American efforts in winning the war.
“They say the Royal Oaks in England saved the monarchy, so it was kind of a tribute to that,” said Judith Maten, a member of the memorial’s board of directors.
The acorns were nurtured by the Detroit Zoo until they could be planted in the park in an oval shape, and the memorial is designed to fit into the oval.
Maten said that Mauro Masters has been involved in the memorial from the beginning and was a natural choice to be the likeness for the statue.
“She has just been kind of the face of the homefront for us. It’s not that we haven’t had other Rosies involved, but Rosie Fran has always been there,” Maten said.
“The thing that strikes us whenever we talk to the World War II veterans or the homefront workers is their humility — the idea that they would do it all over again if they had to,” She said.
Mauro Masters said that she just likes to work and would gladly take a job even now if it were offered to her.
“I would do it again. I would. I want to work. It’s in my blood, I think,” Mauro Masters said.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes Mementos and tributes are displayed on the wall.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
12A/ TROY TIMES • OCTOBER 23, 2025
OCT. 23-25
Halloween candy and beer pairing: Choose between two boards with four selections each, 4-10 p.m., Stumblebum Beer Co., 1965 W. Maple Road in Troy, see pairings on eventbrite.com
OCT. 24-25
Trick-or-Treat: Out of This World: Also space-themed games, crafts, obstacle course and selfie station, plus visit Scarecrow Row, 4-8 p.m. Oct. 24 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 25, Troy Historic Village, discount tickets avilable until noon Oct. 23, (248) 524-3570, troyhistoricvillage.org
OCT. 24-26
‘Beetlejuice Jr.’: Musical based on Tim Burton’s 1988 comedy-horror film, performed by Junior Actors of Ridgedale, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24-25 and 2 p.m. Oct. 26, Ridgedale Players, 205 W. Long Lake Road in Troy, ridgedaleplayers.com
OCT. 25
Family Fun Fall Festival: Includes free face painting, pumpkin carving, yard games and spooky storytime, also pumpkins, cider, doughnuts and hot dogs for sale, costumes encouraged, 3-6 p.m., Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 4230 Livernois Road in Troy, (248) 524-9339, beaconcongregation.org
OCT. 26
Frightful 5K & Pumpkin 1K: 5K at 8:30 a.m. and 1K at 9:30 a.m., starts and finishes at Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, rec.troymi.gov/events
NOV. 4
Troy Women’s Association meeting: Nonprofit dedicated to supporting local causes and enhancing lives of others, 7 p.m., new location at Community of Christ - Troy Oaks, 3830 Crooks Road, continues every first Tuesday of month (except February) until June, (248) 988-0426, troywomensassociation.org
NOV. 6 & 8
Oakland County Quilt Guild events: Lecture and trunk show, 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 6, and prismatic star workshop, Nov. 8, First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, oaklandcountyquiltguild. com
NOV. 13
‘Night Lighting Magic’: Presented by Shelby Gardeners Club, hear from Sue Grubba of Creative Scapes about illuminating gardens and pathways, 1-2 p.m., Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive in Shelby Township, (586) 873-3782
ONGOING
Widowed Friends events: Breakfasts for men only at
Snooze Mattress holds ribbon cutting
Snooze Mattress held a ribbon cutting Sept. 9 in Troy. Snooze Mattress is dedicated to helping individuals discover and experience deep, restorative sleep. Snooze Mattress can do so through a proprietary in-store experience that identifies which sleep system will best optimize every individual’s blood circulation, alleviate pressure points, regulate body temperature, and activate neutral spinal alignment. Snooze Mattress is located at 491 E. Big Beaver Road in Troy. Call (248) 509-7126 or visit snoozemattresscompany.com/locations/troy for more information.
To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own event, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.
10 a.m. every first and third Thursdays of month, Lukich Family Restaurant, 3900 Rochester Road in Troy, RSVP to Ed at (586) 909-1444, widowedfriends.com
• Lunches at 1:30 p.m. every second Thursday of month, Alibi of Troy, 6700 Rochester Road, RSVP to Louise at (248) 338-6743, widowedfriends.com
Line dancing and contra dancing: Sponsored by Oakland County Traditional Dance Society, line dancing from 7:30-9:30 p.m. every second Saturday of month and contra dancing from 7:30-10 p.m. every fourth Saturday of month, also lessons for beginners at 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, (248) 642-3306, info@octds.org, facebook.com/OCTDS
Heritage Concert Band of Troy practices: For adult musicians, 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesdays of month, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, group also performs during year, troyheritageband@ gmail.com
Monthly book clubs: Find meetups for romance, mystery, learning English, kids/beginners and more, Troy Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Road, troypl.org
• Silent Book Club-Troy meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. every second Wednesday of month, bring own books, e-
books and audio books (with headphones), Grand Tavern Troy, 1317 Coolidge Highway, silentbookclubtroy@ gmail.com, silentbook.club/blogs/events/troy-mi
Troy Newcomers: Social group for women, activities include service projects, bowling, euchre, wine tasting, book club, games nights, golf, scrapbooking and more, meets at various times and locations, clubactivities@ troynewcomers.com, troynewcomers.com
Top of Troy Toastmasters: Meets noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays, Troy Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Road, (248) 872-6603
MI Options Medicare Assistance Program: Get free unbiased counseling during enrollment period (ends Dec. 7), one-on-one appointments available by phone, virtually or in person, (248) 262-0545, find locations at ageways.org/calendar
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less: Virtual 15-week program presented by AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services and led by registered dietitian nutritionist, free for first-time participants ages 60 and older, register at (833) 262-2200 or wellnessprograms@ageways. org, tinyurl.com/agewaysworkshops
Health workshops: Hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, corewellhealth.org/classes-events/ southeast-michigan
Blackhawks Sports Club to hold grand opening of training facility
Blackhawks Sports Club has announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its first dedicated training facility at 11 a.m. Oct. 23 in the city of Troy. The event will mark a significant milestone for the nonprofit, multisport organization that currently offers programs in soccer, basketball and running, with more sports planned in the coming year.
The new Blackhawks Sports Club Clubhouse, located at 6975 Livernois Road, will serve as a long-term development hub for athletes and families in the community. The facility represents the club’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded, multisport athletes in a supportive and structured environment. For more information about the ribbon cutting or to learn about upcoming programs, visit blackhawkssportsclub.com.
BUSINESS CLIP
BUSINESS CLIP
Badges
from page 1A
The event received a sponsorship from Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union, as well as support from the Troy Rotary Club. There was also a Circle T food truck and Gilly’s ice cream available to enjoy.
“It was really a one-stop family event,” Julian said. “You can go watch a game, have a good time, have some dinner and then some ice cream. You really could make a night of it.”
More than just a fundraiser, the event allowed community members and kids to connect face to face with the firefighters and police officers who keep them safe.
“We have to respond day in and day out to emergency situations and critical incidents,” Julian explained. “You may not be able to have firsthand interaction with a police officer or firefighter other than an emergency … so to have an opportunity to see us in a different aspect and really see us outside of the uniform is important.”
“All of our stations are manned by volunteers,” said Troy Fire Lt. Keith Young. “To build a team with six different stations, and to have representation
Photo by Liz Carnegie Tyler Best, center, helps Troy Firefighter Paul Chambers and Troy Police Sgt. John Julian call plays from behind home plate.
See BADGES on page 15A
Bougie
visit local bookstores where the proceeds benefitted the Oakland Literacy Project and the Madison Heights Public Library.
The MHWC raised awareness for the issue of human trafficking by supporting the Elli’s House nonprofit, with club members arranging care packages filled with hygiene products, snacks and other essential items meant to help human trafficking survivors.
The club is currently running its Sugar & Spice Drive on behalf of the Madison Heights Food Pantry, from now through December, collecting goods to help families during the holidays.
As for the Bougie Bling Fling, it’s not the only way that the MHWC has helped foster kids. The club recently participated in a successful drive on behalf of the Macomb Foster Closet, collecting more than 175 pairs of new socks and more than 80 pairs of new underwear in all sizes.
The club continues to support the community in other ways as well. The MHWC coordinates the Memorial Day festivities in Madison Heights each year, supports book sales at the local library, tends gardens at the Red Oaks Nature Center, hosts a candidate forum during election season, sells refreshments at the library’s Coffee Concerts and more.
The club currently meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at Madison Heights Fire Station No. 1, located at
Football
from page 8A
Oxford at Macomb Dakota
7 p.m. Oct. 24
Oxford ends the season with two difficult out-of-conference opponents after a Week 8 matchup against highly ranked North Farmington. The team is in a battle for second place within the OAA-Red and will be looking for a strong finish. Dakota is aiming to finish 2025 with just two losses and become a threat in the postseason.
St. Clair Shores Lakeview at St. Clair Shores Lake Shore
7 p.m. Oct. 24
This crosstown rivalry will be a great way to end the season for both teams. Lake Shore has had a rough season but can go out on a high note with a win over a rival to end the year. Lakeview, however, has made a playoff push after a 2-2 start to the season and a big win over Lake Shore before postseason play could be great for momentum.
31313 Brush St. in Madison Heights. All are welcome.
“I grew up in Madison Heights, but I don’t live there anymore. But I still come back to the community with this group because they’ve always been there for me and I want to always be there for them,” Rockwell said. “Joining them brought a breath of fresh air to my life. They helped me feel focused and filled with energy, handing me a microphone and letting me organize events. Every time I go to a meeting or meet a new woman from a different club, I’m just amazed by the things they come up with. It doesn’t cost you a thing, and you’re going to have a good time helping so many people.”
The club currently has nearly 70 members from a variety of towns. The MHWC has been making a difference in the area since 1977.
Laurie Geralds, co-president of the MHWC, said the club owes its success to the many women who volunteer on each project. Geralds also commended Rockwell for her efforts on the Bougie Bling Fling.
“Guiding Harbor has been a statewide Women’s Club project for many years, and when Christine (Rockwell) heard the board president speak a year ago, she was so moved that she immediately came up with an idea for a fun and different way to support that cause,” Geralds said. “(Rockwell) has made so many business connections to make this happen. Her energy and passion are contagious.”
Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.
Utica at Warren Cousino
7 p.m. Oct. 24
This matchup features two of the best teams in the MAC as Utica is tied atop the MAC-White and Cousino will finish in second in the MAC-Blue. Cousino’s only division loss this year is to MAC-Blue champion Port Huron Northern, and both of these teams will be looking to go into postseason play with an emphatic regular-season finale win.
Grand Blanc at Romeo
7 p.m. Oct. 24
Grand Blanc may not be a local team, but it’s impossible to look at this week’s games and not highlight this one. Romeo finished the season with a perfect 5-0 record in the MAC-Red and won the division, while Grand Blanc is on the hunt for an undefeated season. Grand Blanc will have to get through Romeo after getting through thenundefeated Davison to achieve a 9-0 record in 2025.
Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
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CITY OF TROY
PUBLIC HEARING
A Public Hearing will be held by and before the Planning Commission of the City of Troy at City Hall, 500 W. Big Beaver, Troy, Michigan, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the agenda will permit, to consider a Conditional Rezoning Request to rezone the following described property from R-1C (One Family Residential) Zoning District to RT (One Family Attached) Zoning District:
The subject property is located on the East side of Livernois, North of Big Beaver.
The area proposed to be rezoned is approximately 33.73 acres in area. The subject property parcel number is PIN 88-20-22-101-034. Address is 3668 Livernois.
The applicant has offered a number of conditions related to the application, including a site plan proposing 156 residential units (comprised of three different housing types.
The name of the proposed development is Troy Trail North.
Comments can be expressed at the Public Hearing, or written comments can be directed to the attention of the Planning Department, City of Troy, 500 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, Michigan 48084, or by e-mail to planning@troymi.gov no later than 3:00 p.m. one day prior to the date of the meeting. If you have questions you may contact the Planning Department by e-mail or by phone at (248) 524-3364.
The application on fle can be viewed by contacting the Planning Department at (248) 524-3364 or by emailing planning@troymi.gov and requesting a copy.
Notices and information for public hearings will also be posted on the City website Boards and Committees page at https://troymi.gov/
PUBLISHED: October 23, 2025
POSTED: October 24, 2025
NOTICE: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in this meeting should contact the City Clerk by e-mail at clerk@troymi.gov or by calling (248) 524-3317 at least two working days in advance of the meeting. An attempt will be made to make reasonable accommodations.
Published: Troy Times 10/23/2025
Aileen Dickson, MMC MiPMC III City Clerk
Rosie
from page 11A
The board is still working to raise funds to complete the memorial, which is estimated to cost $2.5 million to $3 million. Each statue costs about $100,000 and the black granite wall costs about $300,000. The memorial board is still raising money for one piece of the plane panel for the Rosie Fran statue. The piece that they still need to commission is expected to cost $30,000. To donate to the memorial, visit michiganww2memorial.org or email John Maten at john.maten@michigan ww2memorial.org.
Call Staff Writer Charity Meier at (586) 498-1092.
Badges
from page 13A
throughout the stations … There are some stations that don’t run together, so it was cool to have everyone together on the team.”
Who won the game this year? Well, that’s a secret for those keeping score.
“In the spirit of sportsmanship … no one was keeping score,” Julian said while laughing. “As long as everyone had a good time, that’s all that matters.”
The event was deemed a huge success, so the goal moving forward is to make the Battle of the Badges a permanent fixture at the end of the summer for the city of Troy.
“It’s a way to give back to the community. If we’re not representing the honor guards, maybe we’re representing the fallen firefighters or being able to give back to foundations like United Nextdoor Heroes,” Young said. “That way we have a way to fundraise and make impacts in our community.”
Both departments are already working on a 2026 event.
“We’re already in talks for having our next annual event,” Julian said. “We had a good turnout, and we hope to make it something bigger and better as the years go on, because we know the fire department really enjoyed it as well as our officers. We see no reason why we shouldn’t be able to have this again.”
For more information on future games and other events, visit Troy’s Facebook page.
Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
Arrest
from page 3A
like to thank the FBI Violent Crime Task Force for their effort in this investigation,” read the statement by the Troy Police Department.
Energy
from page 7A
Broome was arraigned in 52-4 District Court on Oct. 10, charged with assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder. His bond was set at $500,000.
At press time, no attorney was on record for Broome.
Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
good for our children, good for our schools, and good for our communities,” said Phillip Roos, director of EGLE.
The new buses offer many benefits, chief among them less pollution. This is especially important for school buses, officials say, since the lungs of young children are still developing and may be more susceptible to fumes from diesel exhaust.
“I want all kids to have a safe ride to and from school, so cleaner air for the kids, drivers and the greater community is a victory,” said Katrina Morris, executive director of the Michigan Association of Pupil Transportation. “We are grateful for MDE and EGLE for supporting this transition to cleaner school buses.”
Other nearby districts awarded grants include the Ferndale Public Schools, which received $1.078 million for three electric buses, as well as the Southfield Public Schools, which received $3.72 million to purchase 10 electric buses, and the West Bloomfield School District, which was awarded $304,741 for one electric bus.
Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.
Free Seminar With Dr. Mark Nimtz Saturday, November 1, 2025 10 am to Noon
TROY FORWARD
PROVEN LEADERSHIP. REAL RESULTS.
Rebecca and David deliver on what matters most — safety, economic
AND
When it comes to keeping Troy strong, Rebecca and David’s results speak for themselves:
★ Safety First — Hired 10% more sworn police officers over the last five years and approved a $35 million police budget to keep neighborhoods safe.
★ Repaired roads, revitalized parks and supported our fire department — Funded by millions in federal, state and county dollars and secured through strong national and regional partnerships.
★ Thriving Economy — Protected Troy’s status as an economic powerhouse with over 140,000 jobs right here at home.
★ Open, Transparent Leadership — Listened to residents to ensure decisions reflect people’s priorities, not outside agendas.
Rebecca and David aren’t just running for re-election — they’re running on results.
Let’s keep Troy moving forward.
FURNITURE SALE
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Help Wanted/Engineering
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50. Sportscaster Andrews
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55. Unbroken mustang
56. In ____ of
57. Lash mark
59. Missouri River tributary
60. Chooses
61. *Rice of “The Vampire Chronicles” fame
62. “____ the fields we go”
63. Turkish title of respect
64. Oxen’s harness DOWN
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ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to Citizens Bank at 44 North Adams Road on a report of a female driving into the front of the business at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 25. Deputies determined that a 63-year-old female driver operating a 2020 Chevrolet Blazer had attempted to make a left turn from the Village of Rochester Hills Mall onto southbound Adams Road, just north of Walton Boulevard. During this maneuver, she collided with a 2022 Western Star semi-truck and trailer driven by a 40-year-old man from California traveling in the left southbound lane of Adams Road. The driver improperly utilized the two-way continuous left-turn lane as a merge lane to enter traffic, resulting in a collision with the side of the semi-trailer.
Following the initial impact, she inadvertently depressed the accelerator instead of the brake, causing the vehicle to accelerate uncontrollably. The vehicle veered left, crossed the northbound lanes of Adams Road, left the roadway, struck a traffic sign, descended an embankment, and ultimately crashed into the front of Citizens Bank. The driver, a 63-year-old woman from Sterling Heights, was injured in the crash and was transported to the hospital for medical treatment. Police said alcohol and drugs did not appear to have been contributing factors. The incident caused significant structural damage to both the vehicle and the exterior wall of the bank.
Clothing stolen from Lululemon
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to Lululemon, 252 N. Adams Road, for a retail fraud that had just occurred at 8:25 p.m. Sept 20. The store employee stated that three females and one male entered the store empty handed. Once inside the store, they all started grabbing as much clothing as they could carry and ran out of the store into a white Tesla before fleeing the scene. The store employee estimates that over $3,000 in merchandise was stolen. Deputies were investigating.
MSU jersey stolen from car
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 1700 block of Bedford Square Drive on a report of a larceny from vehicle at 10:49 p.m. Sept. 24. The caller said his vehicle had been parked for approximately 36 hours before he realized that $200-$300 worth of miscellaneous items, including a Michigan State football jersey displaying No. 9, was missing. He believes he had left his vehicle unlocked. Detectives were investigating.
Driver on the road with suspended license
ROCHESTER — An officer on patrol in the area of
on the windshield and the driver using their phone while driving. A traffic stop was conducted, and it was determined the driver had a suspended license. The driver was placed under arrest, was transported to the station for processing and was released with a citation for a later court date.
Victim receives fraudulent text
TROY — A man who lives on Jordan Drive reported that at 4 p.m. Oct. 10, he received a text message from a person claiming to be a representative with Citibank, who told him there had been a fraudulent charge and instructed him to call a phone number. He called the number provided and gave his personal information to another representative, only to realize it was a scam.
Vehicle damaged at Aston Martin Detroit
TROY — The Aston Martin Detroit dealership at 1820 Maplelawn Drive reported that the glass rooftop of a 2023 BMW i7 had been damaged sometime between Sept. 24 and Sept. 26. The roof had been struck in multiple locations, apparently by an unknown person.
Fraud reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — A 75-year-old West Bloomfield woman told police Sept. 16 she was a victim of fraud when an unknown suspect withdrew $400 from her bank account.
Man threatens hospital employees
WEST BLOOMFIELD — A 46-year-old Sylvan Lake man reportedly threatened employees at Henry Ford Hospital in West Bloomfield Township Sept. 16 when he was unhappy with his medical treatment.
Drug paraphernalia found
FARMINGTON — Officers with Farmington Public Safety reportedly grew suspicious of a person parked at a self-storage business after hours around 2 a.m. Sept. 23 in the 34000 block of Nine Mile Road, prompting them to check the plates.
They allegedly found that the vehicle was registered to a 27-year-old woman with a warrant out for her arrest on a probation violation in another jurisdiction. The woman was then located and detained by the officers, who conducted a search of her backpack with her consent and reportedly discovered drug paraphernalia, including possible heroin.
The case was turned over to the detective bureau for follow-up pending lab results for the possible narcotics.
FARMINGTON — At around 7 p.m. Oct. 5, a woman in her 50s or 60s reportedly left a retail establishment in the 2200 block of Farmington Road without paying for 16 items.
The case was forwarded to the detective bureau.
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 were turned over to the Bloomfield Township Police Investigations Unit.
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 was ongoing.
Women seen stealing clothing at 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 was ongoing.
Southfield police recover stolen vehicle BERKLEY — A vehicle was reported stolen at 11:06 a.m. Oct. 7 on Oxford Road. According to the report, the vehicle was taken between 6 p.m. Oct. 5 and 10 a.m. Oct. 6. The vehicle’s owner, a 73-year-old Berkley man, told police that his black 2018 GMC Terrain had been taken from Oxford Park Towers of Berkley. The man said he left his keys
police that they had recovered the stolen vehicle and that an arrest was made.
Driver spits at officer, suffers seizure in arrest
BERKLEY — A 27-year-old Detroit woman was arrested by police at 12:16 a.m. Oct. 2 at Franklin Road and Woodward Avenue.
According to the report, police performed a traffic stop on the suspect after noticing that the vehicle had a headlight out and had almost struck the curb. The vehicle stopped but also began to go in reverse and struck the patrol vehicle’s bumper. The driver had signs of impairment but denied drinking,