10/2/25 Rochester Post

ROCHESTER HILLS 2025 STATE OF THE CITY OFFERS A ‘WICKED’ GOOD TIME

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER HILLS — Mayor Bryan Barnett brought the gates of the Emerald City to Rochester Hills Sept. 18 for his “Wicked”-themed 2025 State of the City address.

“Tonight, we are going to celebrate the year that was equal parts enchanting, challenging and ultimately, transformative,” Barnett said, as he entered

the stage at Stoney Creek High School in an emerald blazer, holding a gold cane.

The evening’s performance — which included singers, dance routines, flashy costumes and more — highlighted why “There’s No Place Like Home” in Rochester Hills.

Over the years, the city of Rochester Hills has become well known for its parks.

“I can say, without reservation, that we have

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STATE OF THE CITY SHARES HOW ‘COMMUNITY’ MAKES ROCHESTER UNIQUE

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER — Mayor Nancy Salvia delivered her State of the City address Sept. 15 at the Rochester Community House, highlighting what makes Rochester special.

“This gathering is much more than a report,” Salvia told the crowd as she kicked off her speech. “It’s our chance to connect as neighbors and reflect on what we’ve worked on together to keep Rochester safe, secure, fiscally responsible, and, overall, a place we love.”

Rochester has always been a city that blends the best of both

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Nancy Salvia delivers the 2025 State of the City address at the Rochester Community House Sept. 15.

Photo by Erin Sanchez

Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett greets guests during the 2025 State of the City address at Stoney Creek High School Sept. 18.

Photo by Erin Sanchez

Body found in car parked at local elementary school

SCHOOL OFFICIALS: ‘AT NO TIME WAS ANY MEMBER OF OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY AT RISK’

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after a woman’s body was found in a car parked at McGregor Elementary School in Rochester Hills on Sept. 17.

Rochester Police Chief George Rouhib said police received a call requesting a welfare check on a woman from out of town.

“I guess she was talking to her ex-husband, who resides in our town, and she didn’t sound right on the phone. She just sounded depressed and down, so he made a couple of phone calls for a welfare check,” he said.

Using OnStar, police located the vehicle in the school parking lot. Capt. Paul Workman of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office’s Rochester Hills substation said deputies and Rochester police responded. The woman was found dead in the back seat. An autopsy is still pending, but authorities believe the woman, 63, of Okemos, took her own life.

A letter and a phone video were recovered at the scene.

“There is no suspected foul play or anything,” Workman added.

RACE TO IT

ABOVE: Participants take off running during the Rochester Community Schools Foundation’s Hometown Hustle Superhero 1K Color Run and Walk Sept. 25.

LEFT: A racer gets hit with yellow powder during the Hometown Hustle Superhero 1K Color Run and Walk.

Photos by Erin Sanchez

ABOVE LEFT: Children run through the colored powder during the race. ABOVE RIGHT: Hometown Hustle participants get doused with blue and green powder. The Rochester Community Schools Foundation Hometown Hustle is a fun run/walk presented by Chief Financial Credit Union.

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Deported man charged in crash that killed pedestrian

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER HILLS — Charges have been filed against a driver who police say was in the U.S. illegally and was reportedly involved in a traffic crash that killed a well-known pastor in the Detroit area nearly a year ago.

On Sept. 17, Jhadiel Portilla, 28, was named in a two-count warrant signed in 52-3 District Court in Rochester Hills. He was charged with a moving violation causing death, a two-year misdemeanor; and possession of a forged license plate, a five-year felony.

The charges stem from an incident in early November of last year when 72-yearold Stephen Singleton, a longtime pastor for the Archdiocese of Detroit, was hit during a regular morning walk.

The crash happened at approximately

6:45 a.m. while Singleton was walking westbound on Avon Road. According to reports, he was hit by Portilla, who was driving a 2013 Ford Focus heading north on Rochester Road.

Investigators said Singleton was wearing a reflective vest and was crossing at a marked crosswalk when he was struck. He later died from his injuries.

Police do not believe speed or alcohol were factors in the crash.

Deputies said Portilla is a citizen of Colombia who was in the country illegally. However, he did have a valid foreign drivers license, which is accepted in Michigan.

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said it’s unlikely Portillo will face any charges in Oakland County, because he was deported to Colombia by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement three months after the crash.

CRIME WATCH

Shots fired at apartment building

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a residence in the 2300 block of Norfolk for possible shots fired into the apartment at 1 a.m. Sept. 17. The resident, 43, of Rochester Hills, stated that around 1 a.m. she heard a loud noise and found her patio sliding door shattered and a hole in the kitchen window. No injuries were reported.

Deputies arrived and located another apartment across from the caller’s with a bullet hole in the siding. A deputy made entry into the apartment, with the help of maintenance, and found a bullet fragment on the bedroom floor. The residents of the second apartment did not hear anything when it happened. Deputies searched the area for any possible cameras. All evidence was collected. Police are investigating.

Man wanted for attempted aggravated/felony assault with a weapon

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the area of Langley Road for a road rage incident involving a firearm that occurred in the area on West Tienken Road and North Livernois Road at 10:44 p.m. Sept. 9.

A 21-year-old man from Shelby Township said he was driving in the right lane and turned into the left lane when a white Chevrolet Silverado accelerated and began to tailgate him. The Silverado then swerved onto the right lane and then back onto the same lane as him. The complainant observed the Silverado at the intersection of Rochester and Tienken Road. The driver of the Silverado began to yell at him at the intersection. The suspect made an abrupt turn into the parking lot at 150 W. Tienken. The complainant followed so he could get the suspect’s license plate. The suspect parked in the south part of the lot and exited his vehicle carrying a pistol in his right hand. The suspect took about four steps towards him while pointing the pistol towards the ground. The complainant asked the suspect if that was a pistol, and the suspect stated, “(expletive) yes, it is!” The suspect returned to his vehicle and drove west on West Tienken. The complainant followed the suspect to get his license plate number and call 911, before losing him near the intersection of West Tienken and North Adams. The suspect was described as a white male, 40-50

years old, 5 feet, 10 inches to 6 feet tall, and clean shaven, with a receding hairline. He was wearing glasses, a white shirt and blue pants. Detectives are investigating.

Man arrested for destroying landscaping around mosque

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— Deputies were dispatched to the Islamic Association of Greater Detroit in the 800 block of Auburn Road for a trouble call. While at the mosque, a man became upset and destroyed 52 items of landscaping around the building. Deputies arrived and located the suspect, who refused to speak and was placed under arrest. A drone was deployed to document the damage, as the damage covered a large area. The suspect, a 26-year-old man from Hamtramck, was transported to the Oakland County Jail for lodging.

Driver crashes head-on into patrol vehicle

ROCHESTER HILLS — A deputy traveling north on Rochester Road, near Lonesome Oak Drive, was hit head-on by a white 2017 Toyota Sienna minivan driven by a 19-year-old woman at 11:06 p.m. Sept. 7. The minivan was traveling south on Rochester Road, crossed over two lanes, and crashed head-on into the patrol vehicle. The deputy and the driver of the minivan were both transported priority to Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital. At press time the deputy was stable with facial injuries and possible broken bones. The woman was stable and listed in serious condition, according to reports. The patrol vehicle sustained severe damage to the front driver’s side, including a combination air bag deployment. The minivan sustained severe front end and driver side damage to the point that the vehicle was totaled.

Out-of-state fugitive arrested

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a Live 911 call on a report of a possible domestic assault in the 6900 Block of Rochester Road Sept. 12.

Deputies arrived and contacted the man and the woman, who matched the description given by the caller. Deputies gathered further information and determined the domestic assault was “unfounded.” Deputies discovered both subjects had extradition warrants in the state of Colorado for parole violation. Colorado confirmed the extradition and both subjects — a 30-year-old woman from Colorado Springs and a 31-year-old man from Denver — were transported to the Oakland County Jail without incident, pending extradition.

Woman burned after lawnmower catches fire

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies and the Rochester Hills Fire Department responded to the 1800 block of Grave Avenue on a report of a lawnmower and a woman on fire at 4:24 p.m. Sept. 16.

Upon arrival, authorities learned the 73-year-old owner was adding gasoline to her riding lawnmower when it caught fire. The fire spread from the lawnmower to the owner and the lawn.

Firefighters extinguished the fire and provided medical treatment to the owner. The owner suffered burns to her lower extremities. She was listed as in stable condition and was transported to the hospital. An investigator responded to the scene for a cause and origin investigation. The incident remains under investigation.

Drunken driver arrested

ROCHESTER — An officer performing selective enforcement near East and University saw a dark colored truck stop beyond the stop line and block the pedestrian crosswalk at approximately 12:57 a.m. Sept. 21. The officer conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, who showed signs of impairment. The driver failed field sobriety tests and was given a preliminary breath test, which resulted in a 0.11% blood alcohol content. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Police Department. Upon arrival, the driver submitted to a chemical breath test, resulting in a 0.12% blood alcohol content. The driver was lodged until sober and was released with a pending court date.

Driver caught on the road with suspended license

ROCHESTER — An officer on patrol near Main and Woodward saw a tan sedan disregard a red light at the intersection Sept.

25. The officer made a traffic stop and spoke with the driver, who had a suspended license. The driver was arrested.

Nike merch stolen

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to Dicks Sporting Goods 1290 S. Rochester Road, on a report of a retail fraud at 3:43 p.m. Sept. 6. The caller stated that three suspects had stolen a shopping cart full of Nike merchandise and fled the area in a white Kia. A man and two women entered the store and placed numerous items from the Nike apparel section in a shopping cart. The man pushed the shopping cart out of the front of the store, bypassing the cash registers and all points of purchase without offering or attempting payment. The three suspects then loaded the stolen merchandise into a white Kia sedan bearing an Ohio license plate and left the parking lot, last seen driving east through the lot onto Rochester Road. The store manager reported that over $1,500 worth of merchandise had been stolen. Deputies conducted a FLOCK camera search for a white Kia with an Ohio plate and located a 2025 white Kia with an Ohio plate near Rochester Road and Nawakwa Road shortly after the theft.

Deputies, using FLOCK, tracked the vehicle from Toledo, Ohio, to Rochester Hills, and then back to Toledo from Rochester Hills within the time frame of the theft. Photos and video were obtained of the suspects, and the suspect vehicle has been identified with the registered owner’s information. Detectives are investigating.

— Mary Beth Almond

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Rochester Community Concert Band kicks off 10th anniversary season

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Community Concert Band, under the direction of Paul F. DeRubeis, launches its 10th anniversary 2025-2026 season with a “Celebration” concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Road in Rochester.

Museum hosts annual Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival

ROCHESTER HILLS — The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm will host its annual Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, with a wide variety of pumpkin activities, and 7-9 p.m. for a pumpkin lighting.

Museum Manager Patrick McKay said the event started after a staff brainstorming session looking for a creative, unique way to celebrate the community’s agricultural roots.

Daytime activities include food, pumpkin bowling, a professional pumpkin carving display, crafts, Yates Cider Mill cider and doughnuts, and more. Guests are invited to carve a pumpkin and place it on the stone walls surrounding the museum property and return in the evening to see all the pumpkins lit up. Scarecrows made by local organizations will also be on display. The cost is $8 for museum members, $12 for nonmembers, and free for children under 2.

Advanced registration is not required, and with various tents, the event runs rain or shine. Admission price includes one pumpkin per person. The museum provides stencils and carving tools, but guests are encouraged to bring their own carving tools from home.

The Rochester Hills Museum is located at 1005 Van Hoosen Road, off of Tienken Road, between Rochester and Dequindre roads.

TRICK OR TREAT IN DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER

ROCHESTER — Watch the streets of Rochester come to life with ghosts, ghouls, superheroes and more as children trick or treat with the downtown merchants Oct. 18, followed by a Halloween Fest on the East Parking Platform, 415 East St.

Kids are encouraged to dress up and trick or treat downtown 3:30-5 p.m.

Nearly 50 businesses will participate, marked with window signage. Participants are encouraged to start at the corner of East 2nd and Main Street or at the corner of West University and Main Street. Trick or treat traffic will be one way only on each side of Main Street. The east side will run north and the west side will run south. After, there will be a Halloween Fest 4:30-6:30 p.m. on the East Parking Platform. Activities include Halloween themed goodies and photo opportunities, and The Linda Rea Team will donate pumpkins to the first 100 trick-or-treaters who stop by their pumpkin patch.

Other upcoming downtown Rochester events include the Downtown Rochester Farmers Market, every Saturday through Oct. 25; and Trick-or-Treat at the Farmers Market Oct. 25. For more information, visit DowntownRochesterMI.com.

The concert features organist Seung Hee Cho performing Eugene Gigout’s Grand Choeur Dialogue and Camille Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony Finale on St. Paul’s J.W. Walker & Sons pipe organ. Guest conductors Diane Phillips and Connor Cummins join the RCCB for a program packed with audience favorites, including Richard Strauss’ Also Sprach Zarathustra, music from “Star Trek” and “Wicked,” Omar Thomas’ Shenandoah, G. H. Huffine’s Them Basses, Lisa DeSpain’s The Bicycle Shoppe, and the world premiere of Cummins’ Looking Back.

RCCB is again partnering with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra/Detroit Harmony Initiative to collect used band and string instruments for Detroit youth. To date, over 2,100 instruments have been distributed. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring donations to the performance lobby.

Admission is free; donations are appreciated. More details at RochesterCommunityConcertBand.org.

Library offers more services and programming by staying open ‘After Hours’

ROCHESTER — Rochester Hills Public Library will be staying open three hours past regular closing Friday, Oct. 10, offering patrons the option to browse, party, and relax after the building typically closes.

“After Hours Library started last spring as a way to showcase the library as a community hub. We wanted to offer a space to socialize and relax in the evening, and expand our availability as a third place into the weekend and evening hours,” Betsy Raczkowski, the library’s head of communications and engagement, said in a press release.

Introduced by sociologist Ray Oldenburg, the concept of the third place focuses on the idea that a community should have a gathering space that allows for enrichment and socialization outside of home and work. After Hours is a new way to highlight the work the library does in providing a free and welcoming environment for people to come as they are.

“RHPL is always trying to find ways to give more, and After Hours Library is a perfect example of how we can enhance library services at little or no cost,” Library Director Juliane Morian said in a press release. “If these programs are successful, we have a chance at investigating more casual extended hours so everyone can use the library when it’s convenient for them.”

This edition of After Hours offers puzzle and game tables, an introvert reading party, free cider and doughnuts, and a chance for attendees to show off their knowledge at a PowerPoint Party, which encourages people to share a topic they’re passionate about in a funny or entertaining way, using the presentation software as a way to emphasize the extent of their enthusiasm for a personal interest. Patrons can present something silly in a smart way or something smart in a silly way by submitting their presentation online at calendar.rhpl.org.

For those who simply wish to use the library, the building will be open until 9 p.m. for browsing, reading and checking out materials, but reference, circulation and other staffed services will not be available.

There is no registration required for “After Hours Library,” which will be held from 6-9 p.m.

CONVERSATIONS WITH THE CANDIDATES

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS — The Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs Committee is hosting an informal meet-and-greet event for the 2025 City Council candidates from Rochester and Rochester Hills 4-5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, in the multipurpose room at the Rochester Hills Public Library. The event, according to the chamber, is designed to provide community members and business leaders with an opportunity to connect directly with the candidates, ask questions, and learn more about their platforms in a relaxed setting. The event is free to attend, but registration is required at RRC-MI.com.

While the chamber does not endorse political candidates or take positions on specific issues, chamber officials said the Public Affairs Committee provides opportunities like this to foster civic engagement and informed decision-making.

The library is located at 500 Olde Towne Road in Rochester Hills.

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Up North Wine

BY GREG TASKER

NORTHERN MICHIGAN — Michigan’s growing wine scene is home to wineries of all different sizes and designs. There’s a Tuscan-style villa perched on a hill on Old Mission Peninsula. A Kentucky-style plantation on the Leelanau Peninsula. Modern industrial-like structures here and there. And, of course, revamped houses and restored barns (even a chicken coop).

But an Airstream trailer may be a first in Michigan.

Outside Charlevoix, a restored 1973 Airstream serves as the summer tasting room for Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard. You can walk up to a window — the Airstream has been customized — and order a sampling of up to 10 wines or a glass of your choice. Grab a chair under an umbrella-topped table, while you sip a glass of Party Girl Sparkling and enjoy views of ripening grapes and a former horse farm next door.

Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard is among the wineries belonging to the Petoskey Wine Region, home to about a dozen small, family-owned wineries growing wine grapes not far from the shores of Lake Michigan. Fall is an ideal time to visit the Petoskey Wine Region. Most of the wineries are located in rural patches outside small towns and surrounded by farmland turning golden brown. Swaths of woods color the landscape in fiery reds, oranges and yellows. Adding to seasonal fun are small farm markets and roadside stands loaded this time of year with pumpkins, apples, cider, donuts, and family-friendly

ABOVE: Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard is among the wineries belonging to the Petoskey wine region. TOP: The husband-and-wife team of Derrick Vogel and Izabela Babinska run Folklor Wine & Cider, located south of Charlevoix.

RIGHT: Pond Hill Farm’s market features canned ciders, wine, jarred goods and more.

Photo by Michael Murphy IV Photography

Photo by Brandon Schadler

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activities. Both Pond Hill Farm and Bear Creek Organic Farm are worth checking out.

Petoskey wine country is very different from the Traverse Wine Coast or the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail in the state’s southwestern corner. You’ll find mostly hybrid grapes among the Petoskey-area wineries — grapes like Marquette, Petite Pearl, Frontenac and La Crescent. Some wineries have had success growing morecommonly-known grapes like Chardonnay and Riesling.

As you might have guessed, the weather here is much colder in the winter. The distinctive climate and soil types contribute to the region’s designation as the Tip of the Mitt, a federally designated wine region that stretches from just south of Charlevoix to the Straits of Mackinac and east to Alpena.

Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard is one of the newest wineries. The inspiration to renovate an Airstream into a tasting room came from the owners — Paul and Jennie Silva — wine travels. The couple became enamored of vineyards and winemaking after visiting Napa a few decades ago. Realizing a need for more Michigan wine grapes, they created their own winery.

Their property used to be an old horse training and breeding facility. Many of the original barns, stables and tracks have been restored and are used today. The Airstream is open during the summer season — from May to October.

Blu Dot is among the wineries producing Marquette. Developed to withstand brutal winters, Marquette is a long-distance cousin of Pinot Noir and often tastes fruity and earthy.

Several years ago, Walloon Lake Winery’s Marquette won the Best Dry Red in the annual Michigan wine competition. Other notable Marquette producers include Mackinaw Trail Winery, Boyne Valley Vineyards and Crooked Vine Vineyard.

Just south of Petoskey, Mackinaw Trail Winery is the largest winery in the region, offering a variety of red and white wines, craft beer and food. Some 15 acres are dedicated to growing cold-hardy varietals La Crescent and Frontenac Gris.

Mackinaw Trail boasts some of the best representations of Marquette in Michigan. Currently, the winery is pouring its 202 Estate Marquette, barrel aged for 18 months, and described as a “true Up

North Wine.

Winermakers here are as passionate about their craft as winemakers anywhere. Chances are, you’ll run into the owner or winemaker (sometimes one and the same) behind the tasting room bar or out in the vineyard.

That was the case at one of the region’s newest wineries: Folklor Wine & Cider, a boutique winery located off the beaten path south of Charlevoix.

The husband-and-wife team of Derrick Vogel and Izabela Babinska were behind the bar at Folklor on the afternoon I visited. Vogel is the winemaker and Babinska is business manager. Both tend the grapes. They describe themselves as “Northern Michigan enthusiasts, lake swimmers and dry Riesling devotees.”

Once a u-pick apple and cherry orchard, Folklor Wine & Cider is the couple’s wine dream. They began growing wine grapes here in 2021, planting vineyards on about two acres of the 52-acre farm. More vines were planted the following year.

“We want our wines to reflect the season and the place,” Vogel tells me, noting he is stepping outside some of the boundaries of traditional winemaking. Between the vines, for example, nature is taking its course wth grasses, plants and flowers blanketing the rows. He uses native yeast in fermentation and sprays no herbicides or insecticide on his grapes. “We felt the freedom to let these grapes speak for themselves.”

In the tasting room, you can sample “the season and place” in a variety of Rieslings, as well the red blends and ciders. I especially enjoyed Folklor’s 2023 Lake Swimmer, a blend of Blaufrankisch, Cabernet Franc and a bit of Zweigelt, which is grown on the farm. Lower in alcohol, this red blend was lighter and refreshing, especially on a warm fall day.

The winery’s name is the Polish spelling of folklore (Babinska is a Polish immigrant) and is the name for Polish folk art. The name celebrates more than Polish folk art, the owners say; it’s a connection between wine and storytelling.

And that’s part of the experience at Folklor — learning the stories of how this couple came to plant their roots in Northern Michigan, their efforts to grow grapes in a challenging environment and the way they’re making their wine.

But I’ll let them share those stories with you when you visit.

Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer.

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Rochester Hills

one of the best park networks anywhere in the state of Michigan,” Barnett said. “But we don’t want to just be one of the best. We want to be the best — and not just in Michigan. I want our city to be known as having the best park system of any city in the entire Midwest.”

Last year was another record year for the city in park attendance, with more than 1.7 million people visiting Rochester Hills’ parks — the most in the city’s history.

And soon, the city will be offering some new green spaces.

In a few months, Barnett said, he plans to open the city’s newest park, Brooklands Plaza, located immediately adjacent to the city’s first splash pad at 1585 E. Auburn Road.

“A new playground, water features, innovative lighting and seating areas, and cool new family-friendly features, will more than triple the size of the current splash pad there,” he said.

This spring, the city will break ground on its first new park development in the northwest part of the city, at Nowicki Park. The park will feature walking trails, a playground, pollinator gardens, the city’s first dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, and more.

After Nowicki Park is complete, the city plans to add a splash pad, reimaged beachfront, improved playgrounds and a boardwalk that will take people out over the water at Spencer Park.

Updates are coming to Bloomer Park with additional pavilions, wildlife observation decks and a pump track for bike enthusiasts in 2027.

Rochester Hills has also purchased over 9 acres of undeveloped property at 694 S. Rochester Road, known as The BeeKeeper

property, which Barnett said will bring more green space to the city.

“Our quiet purchase of this land will permanently protect this valuable property for the enjoyment of our residents, a huge part of keeping our Emerald City so green,” he said.

Officials hope to transform the property — which was once an old bee farm — into a trailhead of sorts, with access to the city’s Cloverport Green Space and the Clinton River Trail. The combination of mature trees, the topography and the surrounding green space on the property will provide the public with scenic views and valuable passive recreational opportunities, according to city officials.

As the nation, state and many cities struggle with burdensome debt, Barnett said he’s proud Rochester Hills is the first city of its size to be completely debt free in the state of Michigan.

“We owe no one anything, and that feels really, really good,” he said.

Of the 31 cities in Oakland County, Barnett shared that Rochester Hills has the second lowest tax rate, only behind Troy.

“We’re doubling down on our investments, paying in cash and keeping the lowest taxes in the region,” he added.

The city has a commercial vacancy rate of just over 6%, which Barnett said is 22% lower than Oakland County; and an unemployment rate of 3%, which is about 33% lower than the national average.

The city, the mayor said, has brought in over $85 million in grants over the last three years, supporting everything from roads to parks to election equipment to new pathways to stewardship of greenspaces.

“I can tell you that there is no community in southeast Michigan, with the possible exception of the city of Detroit, that has received more state grants than we have over the past two years.”

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Rochester Hills residents have come to expect an exceptionally high level of service in a financially prudent way, Barnett said.

Conducted by Probolsky Research in June, the recent 2025 Community Survey showed 94% of residents rated the city’s quality of life excellent/good, while 95% said they would recommend living in Rochester Hills to someone who asks. Residents were also extremely satisfied with Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and Rochester Hills Fire Department, with 99% saying they feel safe in their home and 98% satisfied with fire, rescue, and EMS.

“When we received the results of this survey, and we do them all over the country, we all kept doing a double-take at the data,” said Alyce Basil, managing researcher for Probolsky Research. “We just don’t see numbers this high. The numbers are really, really outstanding.”

Some other bragging points in the mayor’s speech included U.S. News & World Report ranking the city the best place to live in Michigan and the ninth best place to live

The mayor revealed the design for the Nowicki Park, which includes a playground, dog park, trails and more.

in America, and that the city was ranked the safest place to live in Michigan and the fifth safest place to live anywhere in the United States, according to FBI crime data.

The Community Excellence Award, given to individuals and groups for their outstanding contributions to the city, was given to the Gifts For All God’s Children, accepted by Executive Director and Co-Founder Patti Jacques. The nonprofit organization, which has been serving families since 1937, provides essential supplies, programs and spiritual guidance to underserved children in southeastern Michigan.

“We were incredibly blessed to receive the Rochester Hills Michigan Community Excellence Award 2025. We thank the Lord and Mayor Bryan Barnett and his team for the moving presentation of this award to us,” Jacques said in a statement. “Our volunteers, staff, donors and anyone who has ever bought a Christmas gift for a child, are the true award winners and the children we serve will be the beneficiaries.”

To watch the full State of the City address, visit www.youtube.com/rochesterhill stv.

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

SPOTLIGHT ON LEARNING

Responsible beEkeEping begins with learning

BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — Despite how it may look in videos and pictures, beekeeping is no simple task.

What appears at first to be pulling racks out of boxes while wearing bulky clothes belies a complex field of animal husbandry where climates are watched, pesticides are precautioned and the wrong move may see a whole hive die off.

“There’s a fad that’s been going on (called) ‘garden hives,’” said Randy List, an instructor of classes with the Southeastern Michigan Beekeepers Association. “They put the box with hive stands in their garden and put some bees in there, and they do nothing to them and bees die and next year they put more in there. That’s not what proper beekeeping is. (Beekeeping is)

husbandry; you have to monitor what’s going on and deal with what’s going on. The weather and climate is a big deal … so you have to be aware of what to expect, understand what you’re seeing and deal with it.”

For those who find themselves interested in beekeeping and want to learn how to get into it, List recommends first reaching out to local beekeeping clubs and speaking with active keepers. If what they have to say sounds good, interested parties are encouraged to take a course like SEMBA’s basic beekeeping classes. Running from February to October with monthly classes at Michigan State University’s Tollgate Farm and Education Center in Novi and the Bowers School Farm in Bloomfield

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Personalized Tutoring For Creating Successful Students

Te Rochester Hills franchise, Triumph Training Center, ofcially started on August 1, 2025. It serves 3rd to 12th graders in math and English, tutored by our great school district teachers. As Proud Rochester residents for the past decade, we have always wanted to contribute and give back to our community through education and empowering women and children in our society.

Te primary purpose of our education franchise is to facilitate 3rd through 12th-grade students in English, math,

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Association basic beekeeping class will compare hives with each other to see how their bees are doing in relation to the rest of the class.

and College Prep (SAT/ACT) tutoring and prepare them as successful high schoolers ready for college.

Te Center also focuses on college portfolio development for high schoolers with a blend of curriculum and extracurricular activities guidance to be focused on by the kids during their high school.   Teach and mentor them for their successful college admission.

Te center also has partnerships with Discover STEM, an organization that helps kids become young entrepreneurs and research schools by fling patents and publications with their research and innovation background.  Our goal is also to get patents and publications fled by our young, talented kids for our great state of Michigan.

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ABOVE: A beekeeper removes a frame from a box beehive at the Michigan State University Tollgate Farm and Education Center. LEFT: Beekeepers examine a frame from a box beehive. Students in

Beekeepers

Photos by Brian Louwers

Beekeeping

Hills, the SEMBA basic beekeeping course teaches students how to get into responsible beekeeping.

“It starts out as bookwork and classroom work … and then the students get bees,” List said. “The students all have bees and they learn from each other’s bees, because they’ll have a hive right next to each other and they’ll be doing something totally different. The whole point of that is I look at your hive, you look at my hive and everybody else’s hive as a group and we learn what’s going on. (Around fall) they take the hives back to wherever they’re going to take care of them and then (October) is a wrapup meeting.”

Students work with beekeeper instructors, like List or fellow instructor Luke Altomore, to learn information important for the first year of maintaining a honeybee hive. Subjects taught include the biology of the honeybee, how bees operate alongside other pollinators, how to maintain hives, how to maintain the health of honeybees, learning about different types of pests, mites

and other threats, the tools of beekeeping and more.

It costs around $500 to take the class, including the textbook and a box hive. Taking the SEMBA course gives students a preliminary set of information to begin beekeeping while also building relationships with emerging and experienced beekeepers in the area.

“My team’s support to the students doesn’t end in October,” List said. “They’ve got our numbers and our emails and that continues on. In fact, I still get calls from people from several years back. We also have a Facebook page for alumni, and some people participate in it and others don’t, just asking questions and what’s what. When it comes to extracting the honey, that’s another expense so a lot of people will get together and chip in instead of paying $300 for just (their own) equipment and sharing it. You’re gaining friends and you’re gaining contacts.”

On top of the $500 class and possibly some share of the burden for extraction equipment, beekeeping is a fairly significant investment up front. Altomore says the cost can be $1,000 or more when including protective equipment, hives and honeybees, but there’s also plenty of money to be made once

the hives start producing honey.

“The interesting thing I found out was, after a couple years of beekeeping, I was making enough money selling my honey to pay for all of my equipment — and had some left over, too,” Altomore said. “There’s that to keep in mind, that if you do keep up with the hobby, you’ll have enough honey sales to pay for everything that you need to start with.”

Altomore says honey runs for about $15 per pound and $1 per ounce with bottling and labels being a minimal monetary expense.

Along with the honey and whatever joys and profits come from that, beekeeping is more than just the practice of raising bees and managing their hives. Both List and Altomore waxed poetic about the scent of a hive, as well as the relaxing feeling of simply being with and watching the bees.

“When you find apiaries, which is a bee yard, you will usually find a folding chair or a stool or a bench for people to go out and sit,” List said. “We work with the city of Livonia parks and rec; we have an apiary there and whenever we’re there, there’s always somebody walking by and waiting to come in and sit and watch and listen.

“When we have lectures and observation hives, with the bees behind glass, it’s fun watching the kids but it’s also fun watching the adults watching the bees, getting mesmerized just by looking at it. It is mesmerizing if you let it happen to you,” List added.

While some may try to get into beekeeping as a way of “saving the bees,” SEMBA’s website discourages this and recommend those interested in that to “plant and encourage pollinator friendly farms and gardens, to join the movement to eradicate lethal pesticides, or to participate in citizen science projects that support endangered pollinators.” But for those with a passion and drive for the work, science and art of bee husbandry, Altomore has a dire warning for anyone following the road to beekeeping.

“Beekeeping is addictive,” Altomore said. “You think you’re going to have one or two hives, and before you know it your bees are multiplying, you’re splitting your hives, and very quickly you can have up to 10 or 12 hives.”

To learn more, go to sembabees.org. Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.

LOCAL RETAILERS WEIGH IN ON POPULAR HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS, COSTUMES

BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — With Halloween around the corner, local retailers are sharing tips on how to make your home — and your costume — the best on the block.

Ying Vang, store director of the Madison Heights Meijer on 13 Mile Road, said that while the basic decorations are always popular — things like witches and skeletons — her store has seen an increase in the number of inflatable decorations being sold.

“It’s an easy decoration for outdoors. You plug it in and it’s Halloween,” she said.

Vang also said that things to decorate a front porch, such as lights, are popular.

Dave Douglas, who owns Crypt Keeper’s Halloween Emporium in Center Line, agreed that traditional decorations are still popular and remain a cheaper option.

“Some people aren’t in as big of a hurry to spend $500 on a prop,” he said.

As far as costumes, Vang said a lot of kids are starting to dress up as characters from older media, such as “The Hungry Caterpillar.”

Douglas said that his store has more than 1,000 costumes. While some faces from horror

franchises remain Halloween staples — such as Michael Myers from “Halloween” and Ghostface from the “Scream” movies — his store sees a lot of people coming in and putting their own costumes together.

“We have the largest mask wall in the country, so people like to make their own costumes,” he said. “They’ll buy a robe, they’ll buy gloves, they’ll buy whatever character matches with it.”

Douglas also said he’s seen an increase in people buying “cutesy” costumes this year.

“I have seen more cutesy things this year than normal, like we’ve been selling a decent amount of inflatable costumes, like the T. rex from “Jurassic Park,” or one that looks like an alien is carrying you,” he said.

Additionally, Douglas said anime-themed costumes are popular this year.

“Anime is super big right now because of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ and there’s no costumes out yet,” he said. “That’s the No. 1 thing people are asking for.”

A growing trend, according to Vang, is seeing people buy costumes for their pets.

“It’s really adorable. It’s cute that they are matching the costumes that they’re making,” she said.

Call Staff Writer Brian Wells at (248) 2917637.

ABOVE: This house from last year in Madison Heights displayed a variety of skeletons, some of them wearing outfits. File photo provided by Holly Hayter

LEFT: An ongoing trend is pet costumes. Shutterstock image

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For more than 80 years, Riemer Floors has been a trusted name in flooring for metro Detroit homeowners.

Now, after an extensive remodel, the company has unveiled its newly refreshed Bloomfield Hills showroom — an elevated destination designed to inspire.

The showroom highlights stunning displays of luxurious carpet and rugs, elegant hardwood flooring, and durable luxury vinyl plank, all carefully curated to help homeowners find the perfect fit for their style and lifestyle. From classic designs to the latest trends, the new space makes it easier than ever to see, touch, and compare a wide range of flooring options.

“Our goal was to create a space where homeowners, interior designers, and trade professionals feel welcome, comfortable, and inspired,” said owner Bryan Tolles. “When you walk through our remodeled showroom, you’ll experience more than just flooring — you’ll discover possibilities for transforming your home.”

The remodel was designed with Bloomfield

Hills and surrounding communities in mind, offering the kind of sophisticated selection that appeals to homeowners who value both beauty and performance. With an extensive variety of materials and styles on display, the showroom allows customers to explore different looks and design possibilities, helping them envision the right fit for their own homes.

Riemer Floors’ experienced team provides personalized guidance to help clients navigate their many options, from selecting materials to ensuring expert installation. Combined with the inspiring new showroom, that support helps turn the often-overwhelming flooring decision into an enjoyable experience.

Homeowners are invited to visit the newly remodeled Bloomfield Hills showroom and explore a flooring destination designed with them in mind.

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worlds — its rich history and its modern spirit, Salvia said.

“You can see it downtown, where century-old buildings stand alongside new businesses that bring fresh energy; you feel it in our parks and trails, where families, walkers and cyclists find both recreation and peace of mind; you experience it at our Christmas parade and our festivals — Art and Apples, and the Big, Bright Light Show — where thousands gather, not just for events, but community.”

The foundation of Rochester’s success, Salvia said, begins with the people who serve the community every day — its police, fire, and public works.

“They protect us, maintain our neighborhoods and keep the city running in every season,” she said.

One of the characteristics of the city that Rochester residents value most is its safety. That’s why Salvia said the city’s top budget priority is public safety, with nearly two-thirds, or 63%, of the budget dedicated to public safety. She highlighted that real estate technology company reAlpha, ranked Rochester as the No. 1 safest city in Michigan for 2025.

“We are proud to be a low-crime, family-friendly community, with a high quality of life,” she shared.

Saliva also touted the city’s Insurance Services Office fire rating of a three, which she said is an independent measure of fire protection that “signals lower risk, gives residents and business owners peace of mind and lower insurance costs.”

Stewardship is another reason why Rochester is successful. The mayor highlighted the upcoming Paint Creek Trail Bridge 31.7 replacement, which is expected to be complete in the spring or summer of next year, thanks to $1.475 million in grant funding.

“We plan carefully, invest wisely and manage resources responsibly so that we can deliver for today and prepare for tomorrow,” said Salvia.

Rochester also values looking to the future, while remaining passionate about maintaining its rich heritage.

A great example of that, Salvia said, is a new project called The Granary.

“One of Rochester’s most exciting transformations is taking place right now at our historic grain elevator. For years, this landmark stood as a reminder of our agricultural roots. Now, it’s being reimagined as The Granary, a vibrant, walkable live-work community in the heart of our city,” said Salvia. “This project honors the past and cleans up an industrial site, while building our future.”

Harnessing new tools and fresh ideas, Salvia said, Rochester staff members are passionate about making sure the city stays innovative.

“One of the ways we’re building the future is by using artificial intelligence. Since 2022, AI has supported our annual budgeting process; our website has an AI-powered chatbot that answers questions; and we are also using drone technology for police and fire protective services, and during emergencies,” she said.

But what truly makes Rochester special, according to Salvia, is its people.

“The neighbors who volunteer, the business owners who greet you by name, the

families who call this place home. That spirit of connection is what makes Rochester safe, secure and strong for the future,” she said.

One new addition to the downtown that will allow the community to gather is Market + The Graham — which will transform the farmers market parking lot and the former Animal Emergency Center at 265 E. Second St. into a year-round market and event space.

“By expanding both in space and yearround access, we are strengthening this powerful community connector,” Salvia said.

The Rochester Community House has also been a cornerstone of creating connections in Rochester for many decades. Salvia announced that renovations are planned and designed to not only preserve the legacy of The Community House, but also prepare it for future generations.

“For decades this has been a cornerstone of connection. This is where we come for our reunions, our memorials, our weddings, the Boy Scouts, the garden clubs,

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events, celebrations and so much more. It brings neighbors together,” she said. “Now, through planned renovations, we are preparing it for future generations, while preserving the memories it already holds. This isn’t just about improving a building. It’s about protecting the spirit of the community itself. That’s why we love Rochester. We don’t just invest in projects. We invest in places that bring people together.”

Community House Executive Director Alan Smith said there is much to love about Rochester.

“We’ve got everything here, from hospitals to stores to great restaurants, fabulous Main Streets, and the schools are really good, but the biggest thing for me — being involved in the Community House — is the community,” he said.

For a complete video of the mayor’s State of the City Address, visit wwwe. ci.rochester.mi.us

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

For the ownership, it’s a dream long in the making, the culmination of prayers and hard work. Peace, Love & Little Donuts is more than a place for donuts. It’s a gathering spot where neighbors meet, families connect and friendships grow.  Rochester Hills is a special community, and Peace, Love & Little Donuts is truly blessed to be part of it.

The ownership wished to thank everyone who has supported this journey and can’t wait to welcome its neighbors in to share good vibes.

St. Isidore’s Baby Pantry

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“This was a planned out event.”

Because police were on the scene at around 3:45 p.m., close to school dismissal, parents were directed to use a different pickup area. All students were released from the west side of the building on Willow Grove, instead of First Street.

“We basically had all of our school resource officers report to that school to kind of help get people out of school and clear them out of the area,” Workman said. “They were never in any danger.”

The woman had no ties to the school, according to police.

“I believe her ex-husband lived a couple of streets away, but they had been divorced for three years,” he said. “She didn’t have kids at the school — I know that was some of the rumor that was going around — there

were no ties to McGregor at all.”

Earlier rumors about a chemical spill were also false, and authorities confirmed no one was in danger, as the crime scene was confined to the interior of the car.

“It wasn’t a sensitive crime scene,” Workman said. “Everything was contained to the vehicle itself. It was a pretty controlled environment.”

Rochester Community Schools released a statement after the incident, stating “The area has been cleared. All students and staff are safe. Classes will continue at McGregor Elementary on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025.”

The district statement also addressed rumors, noting, “It appears rumors were circulating about a chemical leak. Local law enforcement has confirmed the rumors are false, and that at no time was any member of our school community at risk of being harmed.”

The sheriff’s office is continuing to investigate.

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Bids will only be accepted on forms provided. Proposal forms must be in a sealed envelope, mailed or delivered in person prior by 2:00 p.m. EST on the due date to:

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Labor and Material and Performance Bond: In accordance with Michigan Compiled Laws Section 129.201, successful contractor(s) must obtain Performance and Payment Bonds for any Bid Category exceeding $50,000. The Performance and Payment Bonds shall be in an amount equal to the contract amount. The Performance and Payment Bonds shall be for the protection of Rochester Community Schools and Frank Rewold and Son Inc. and shall be executed by a surety company authorized to do business in the state of Michigan and be listed in Federal Register or have an AM Best Rating of B+ or better. All bonds to be dual obligee bonds to Rochester Community Schools and Frank Rewold and Son Inc.

Prevailing Wage Rates: Not required

Bid Bond: 5% bid security required. Bid bonds are required, however, certifed or cashier checks are acceptable for bids under $50,000.

Nonexempt: This project is not tax exempt for state sales tax and/or use tax. All materials and supplies incorporated and used in construction and becoming a permanent part of this project will not be exempt from state sales tax and/or tax

Disclosure Statements: Each bid proposal must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between owner or any employee of bidder and any member of board of education or superintendent of Rochester Community Schools. Each bid proposal must also include a signed Iran Economic Sanctions Affdavit. The board of education will not accept a bid proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement or the Iran Economic Sanctions. Published: Rochester Post 10/02/2025

NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test for the November 4, 2025 General Election is scheduled for Thursday, October 16, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 400 Sixth Street, Rochester Michigan.

The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and tabulators that will be used to tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations should contact the City Clerk’s Of ce.

Lee Ann O’Connor, City Clerk City of Rochester Michigan www.rochestermi.org 400 Sixth Street, Rochester, MI 48307 248.651.9061

Published: 10/02/2025 Rochester Post

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Rochester Community Schools – 2020 Sinking Fund

Project: Rochester Community Schools

Description: Rochester Community Schools 2020 Sinking Fund

Architect: Ghafari Associates, LLC 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126

Construction Manager: Frank Rewold and Sons Inc. 303 E. Third St., Suite 300, Rochester, MI 48307

Estimators: Nick Vestevich (248) 229-8232 nvestevich@frankrewold.com

Questions addressed ONLY to Nick Vestevich

Bid Documents: Bid documents including bid forms may be obtained from Frank Rewold and Sons Portal at: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/hxs0c7ibsew73w9qq85ye/ ABxOTKZaO4XgE0Vw7SFh5mM?rlkey=425ebtta409ijxledtpmkolc8&st=4k10v50o&dl=0

Bid documents will be available on or after October 7, 2025

Non-Mandatory Prebid Walk-Through: 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 14, 2025 - Meet at main entrance at West Middle School, 500 Old Perch Rd., Rochester Hills, MI 48309.

Bid Due Date: 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Bids will only be accepted on forms provided. Proposal forms must be in a sealed envelope, mailed or delivered in person prior by 2:00 p.m. EST on the due date to:

Attn: Jennifer Fickel, Rochester Community Schools

C/O Frank Rewold and Sons Inc.

303 E. Third St., Suite 300, Rochester, MI 48307

2:00 p.m. Public Bid Opening: Frank Rewold and Sons Inc. Tuesday, October 21, 2025 303 E. Third St., Suite 300, Rochester, MI 48307 4th Floor Mezzanine

Labor and Material and Performance Bond: In accordance with Michigan Compiled Laws Section 129.201, successful contractor(s) must obtain Performance and Payment Bonds for any Bid Category exceeding $50,000. The Performance and Payment Bonds shall be in an amount equal to the contract amount. The Performance and Payment Bonds shall be for the protection of Rochester Community Schools and Frank Rewold and Son Inc. and shall be executed by a surety company authorized to do business in the state of Michigan and be listed in Federal Register or have an AM Best Rating of B+ or better. All bonds to be dual obligee bonds to Rochester Community Schools and Frank Rewold and Son Inc.

Prevailing Wage Rates: Not required

Bid Bond: 5% bid security required. Bid bonds are required, however, certifed or cashier checks are acceptable for bids under $50,000.

Nonexempt: This project is not tax exempt for state sales tax and/or use tax. All materials and supplies incorporated and used in construction and becoming a permanent part of this project will not be exempt from state sales tax and/or tax

Disclosure Statements: Each bid proposal must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between owner or any employee of bidder and any member of board of education or superintendent of Rochester Community Schools. Each bid proposal must also include a signed Iran Economic Sanctions Affdavit. The board of education will not accept a bid proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement or the Iran Economic Sanctions.

Published: Rochester Post 10/02/2025

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WEEK 6 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL MATCHUPS TO WATCH

BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — The high school football season has already passed its halfway point in 2025 and conference games are becoming more and more important every week. This weekend, there are a handful of games that will have a huge impact on conference winners, playoff teams and playoff hopefuls.

Marquee matchup of the week

Macomb Dakota at Romeo 7 p.m. Oct. 3

This game is as big as it gets in the regular season. At press time, Dakota and Romeo are in first and second place, respectively, in the Macomb Area Conference Red. This game may determine who wears the division crown, even with three games remaining in the season. Dakota is likely to be undefeated heading into the matchup and with a big win against Brother Rice under the team’s belt that started off the season.

Games to watch

North Farmington at Birmingham Seaholm — 7 p.m. Oct. 3

This matchup may end up being the biggest of the weekend when fans look back on the season. Seaholm and North Farming-

ton are both top teams in the Oakland Activities Association Blue, and it could be the difference between winning the division and losing it. At press time, Seaholm hadn’t lost a game yet during the season.

Troy at Farmington — 7 p.m. Oct. 3

Troy and Farmington will go to battle in another top game this week. These are two of the best teams in the OAA Blue this season, and this game might even catapult the winner into first place in the division if Seaholm was to lose.

Hazel Park at Madison Heights Madison — 7 p.m. Oct. 3

The MAC-Bronze is a three-horse race between these two teams and Clintondale. This matchup may decide which team will be sitting atop the division at the end of the year, as both teams have done well in conference play up to this point.

Warren Mott at Warren Cousino 7 p.m. Oct. 3

These two teams are in the middle of the pack in the MAC-Blue, and this game could determine which of these teams makes the playoffs. The matchup is also Mott’s homecoming game, so it should be a packed house for one of the bigger games of the season.

NOTICE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN

TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF ROCHESTER:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any quali ed elector of the City of Rochester who is not already registered, may register to vote at the of ce of the City Clerk; the of ce of the County Clerk; a Secretary of State branch of ce, or other designated state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at mi.gov/vote and mailed to the City Clerk. Voters who are already registered may update their registration at www.expressSOS.com .

The last day to register in any manner other than in-person with the local clerk is Monday, October 20, 2025

After this date, anyone who quali es as an elector may register to vote in person with proof of residency (MCL 168.497) at the City of Rochester Clerk’s Of ce, located at 400 Sixth Street, Rochester, MI 48307 at the following times.

• Regular business hours: Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, 2025 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Rochester will be voting on:

• City Council Member, vote for not more than 4

• City Council Member, vote for not more than 1 (Partial Term ending November 22, 2027)

• City Proposal: CHARTER AMENDMENT: It is proposed that Sections 5.3, 5.10 and 5.14 of the Charter of the City of Rochester be amended to remove language regarding and providing for primary elections. Shall this Amendment as proposed be adopted? □ Yes □ No

Full text of the ballot proposals may be obtained at the Rochester City Clerk’s Of ce, 400 Sixth Street, Rochester MI, 48307, at www.rochestermi.org, or by telephone 248-651-9061 or 248-733-3700. A sample ballot may be viewed at mi.gov/vote

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OCT. 4

Walk for Lupus Metro Detroit: Also silent auction and raffle, refreshments and coffee provided, 10 a.m.-noon., Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St., milupus.org/events/metrodetroitwalk2025

OCT. 8

50 Plus Expo 2025: Get information about caregiving, retirement living, finances, wellness, housing, technology and more, also giveaways, raffle prizes and flu shots, plus free admission and shuttle service, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., OPC Social & Activity Center, 650 Letica Drive in Rochester, (248) 656-1403, opccenter.org

OCT. 9

Tailgate Party: Hosted by Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, wear favorite team jersey and partake in buffet, drinks, games and more, also vote for project most deserving of Community Enhancement Grant, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Rochester Hills Banquet Center, 1919 Star Batt Drive, cfound.org/tailgate-party

OCT. 11

Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival: Includes pumpkin carving, pumpkin bowling, live entertainment, crafts, food, cider and doughnuts, and displays of pumpkins by professionals and scarecrows by local organizations, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., then return for pumpkin lighting, 7-9 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, (248) 656-4663, rochester hills.org/musprograms

OCT. 12

Trunk or treat: Also light refreshments and open playground (if weather cooperates), 2:30-4 p.m., held indoor in gymnasium at St. John Lutheran Church & School, 1011 W. University Drive in Rochester, (248) 402-8000

OCT. 14

Hear Rochester Community Concert Band: 7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Road in Rochester, free but donations appreciated, (248) 462-9043, rochestercommunityconcertband@ gmail.com, rochestercommunityconcertband.org

OCT. 16

Trails of Treats: Collect candy and goodies during scenic walk around ponds, also Halloween music, games, photo opportunities and food truck, 5:30-7 p.m., Innovation Hills, 2800 W. Hamlin Road in Rochester Hills, facebook.com/cityofrochesterhills

OCT. 17

Harmony in the Hills concert series: Marimba artist Justin Lamb, string quartet comprising Detroit Symphony Orchestra members and church pianist Sueng Hee Cho play songs related to autumn, 7 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo St. in Rochester, free but donations appreciated, season continues Nov. 14, Dec. 5 and Dec. 12, (248) 6519361, harmonyinthehills.org

OCT. 18

Recess Club: Connect with nature and other like-minded women, includes walking, stretching, breathwork and more, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Stony Creek West Branch Loop in Oakland Township, free but registration required, melissacoulier.com/recess-club

OCT. 25

Masquerade at the Museum: Halloween-themed fundraiser includes seasonal snack stations, costume contest, dancing, scavenger hunt and adult drink ticket, also chance to win stay at Royal Park Hotel, 7-11 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, rochesterhills.org/ masquerade

Meadow Brook Hall Garden Club program: Coffee and refreshments at 9:15 a.m., then arborist Julie Stachecki presents “Trees – Health, Structure & Pest Issues and How You Can Help” at 10 a.m., Meadow Brook Hall (on campus of Oakland University), 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, mbgcmembers@gmail.com, (248) 364-6210, meadowbrookhall.org/gardenclub

OCT. 26

Meadow Brook Hall-oween: Trick or treat outside and in first floor of mansion, also games, crafts, and cider and doughnuts in heated garden tent, time slots available from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Meadow Brook Hall (on campus of Oakland University), 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, meadowbrookhall.org/events/meadowbrook-hall-oween

Hall-oween: Bewitching Hour: Includes grown-up trick-or-treating, signature cocktails, spooky snacks and live music by Olivia Van Goor and band, also selfguided tour of mansion, plus costumes encouraged, time slots available from 5:30-8:30 p.m., Meadow Brook Hall (on campus of Oakland University), 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, meadowbrookhall.org/ events/bewitching-hour

ONGOING

‘Catch Me If You Can’: Comedy about wife who goes missing during honeymoon and other woman who claims to be husband’s new bride, select times Oct. 8-Nov. 2, Meadow Brook Theatre (room 207 in Wilson Hall on campus of Oakland University), 378 Meadow Brook Road in Rochester, (248) 377-3300, mbtheatre.com

Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until Oct. 25, new temporary location at East Parking Platform, 415 East St., see vendors at downtownrochestermi.com/farmers-market

Nondenominational cancer support group: Open to survivors, family, friends and caregivers, includes presentation by speaker and sharing with facilitator, 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays until Nov. 11, on Zoom or in person at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church of Rochester, 620 Romeo Road, call Laura at (248) 736-4473, Celeste at (248) 736-3253 or Alyson at (248) 495-6542

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.

Rochester Community Chorus rehearsals: 7:45-9:15 p.m. Mondays, St. Mary of the Hills, 2675 John R Road in Rochester Hills, performances scheduled for Dec. 7 and Jan. 25, rochestercommunitychorus.org, greig. dan@gmail.com

Dinner & A Movie: Three-course meal, cash bar and thriller projected on big screen in ballroom, includes “Murder on the Orient Express” (1974) Oct. 8, “Ghostbusters” (1984) Oct. 29, “Frankenstein” (1931) Oct. 30 and “Psycho” (1960) Nov. 5, 6-9:30 p.m., Meadow Brook Hall (on campus of Oakland University), 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, waitlist available for sold-out dates, (248) 364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org

Flashlight Tours: Take docent-led tour of Meadow Brook Hall to see hidden spaces and learn about National Historic Landmark’s craftsmanship, slots available at 7, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Oct. 14, Oct. 21 and Nov. 4, 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, (248) 3646200, meadowbrookhall.org

Art exhibit: “System and Sequence: Pattern and Ornament In Contemporary Art” on display noon-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays until Nov. 23, Oakland University Art Gallery (room 208 in Wilson Hall), 371 Wilson Blvd. in Rochester, (248) 370-3005, ouartgallery.org

Live music: Hear Captain Fantastic Detroit (Elton John tribute) Oct. 3, Dueling Pianos Oct. 4, The American Ride (Toby Keith tribute) Oct. 10, The Old Days (Chicago tribute) Oct. 11, Comedy for a Cause Oct. 16 and Long Live Ozzy (Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne tribute) Oct. 17, 8 p.m., The Roxy, 401 Walton Blvd. in Rochester Hills, (248) 453-5285, theroxyrochester. com/events

• 7-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Irish Tavern, 51 N. Broadway in Lake Orion, itlakeorion.com, (248) 845-4476

Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve activities: Story & STEAM(ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every second and fourth Fridays of month) and Nature Tales Classic (story, snack and craft, ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every third Thursdays of month), 333 N. Hill Circle in Rochester, dinosaurhill.org

CLASS REUNIONS

OCT. 4

Seaholm High School — Class of 1995: 30th reunion, includes live music by Lain Hanna, DJ Coop (Kevin Childs) and DJ Second Nature (Brett Belcastro), also light food and drinks, 7-11 p.m., ZANA, 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. in Birmingham, purchase ticket at eventbrite.com

OCT. 11

Warren Cousino High School — Class of 1980: 45th reunion, includes appetizers, buffet dinner, open bar, DJ playing ’70s music, photo booth, prizes and surprises, 6-10 p.m., Vintage House, 31816 Utica Road in Fraser, purchase ticket at warrencousinoclassof1980@gmail.com

Henry Ford II High School — Class of 1975: 50th reunion for first graduating class, includes open bar and professional photographer from 6-11 p.m., strolling hors d’oeuvres and desserts from 6-8 p.m., and pizza buffet at 9:30 p.m., Fern Hill Golf Club, 17600 Clinton River Road in Clinton Township, purchase ticket at myevent. com/henryford2classof1975reunion

Seaholm High School — Class of 1975: 50th reunion, includes food stations, drink ticket, music and other activities, also cash bar, 6 p.m., The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills — A Doubletree by Hilton, 39475 Woodward Ave., purchase ticket at seaholm1975@gmail.com or (248) 217-0990, make optional hotel reservation at (248) 644-1400

OCT.

18

Lahser High School — Class of 1985: 40th reunion, 5-11 p.m., The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills — A Doubletree by Hilton, 39475 Woodward Ave., purchase ticket at eventbrite.com

Rochester Toastmasters: Meets 6:30 p.m. every first and third Thursdays of month, 4890.toastmasters clubs.org

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Fall Equipment Consignment Auction in Gaylord, 10 a.m., 10-4-25. Fleet vehicles, tractors, farm, recreational, shop, lawn/garden items, more! Multiple auction rings. Visit MichiganAuction.com for complete listing, directions. Leist Auctioneers, 833-323-2243.

October Coins & Collectables Auction, Oct. 9-13. Hundreds of lots: featuring vintage toys, retro gaming, midcentury barware, gun safe, vintage guitar amp, more. Visit NarhiAuctions. com for photos and to bid. 810-2666474.

Black Estate Online Auction, bidding until 10/15/25. Featuring Snapper zero-turn mower, rototiller, snowblower, tools, furniture, lamps, decor, much more! Visit Bid. SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC.com to bid, full listing, other auctions. Questions? Call Joe, 1-800-835-0495.

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