VOTERS IN MADISON HEIGHTS, HAZEL PARK DECIDE
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
HAZEL PARK/MADISON HEIGHTS — Residents in Madison Heights and Hazel Park each had big decisions to make on Election Day Nov. 4, deciding the next mayor of each town. Madison Heights voters also decided several contested council seats.
Hazel Park
While Luke Londo and Alissa Sullivan were unopposed in their bid for reelection to the Hazel Park City Council, the next mayor was a contested race between the incumbent Mike Webb and the challenger Kristy Cales, a former board trustee for the Hazel Park Public Schools district.
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
MADISON HEIGHTS — For the second time this year, voters in the Lamphere Schools district rejected a bond proposal on Nov. 4, in a possible sign that taxpayers may be at their limit.
The final vote was 51.96% voting no (1,812 votes) and 48.04% voting yes (1,675 votes).
The proposal would have increased the school tax rate by 2.5 mills for the next 30 years,
Voters again reject Lamphere Schools bond proposal
raising $47.4 million for a variety of building projects. The school district collects $1 for every $1,000 of a property’s taxable value, multiplied by the millage rate. As such, if the proposal passed, a home with a taxable value of $100,000 would’ve seen its taxes increase by $250.
But for the second time this year, the proposal was defeated, despite being roughly half the original price tag. The first bond was for $85 million during a special election in May that cost
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Sonja Baldwin-Sigmann, chair of Precinct 2 at Wilkinson Middle School in Madison Heights, checks in with poll worker Marlynn Hock, seated, during the election Nov. 4.
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Police continue to investigate series of thefts
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
HAZEL PARK — Authorities in Hazel Park are working to piece together five break-ins at vacant properties that occurred around town last month. They’re also urging property owners to secure any unoccupied homes and encouraging the public to be vigilant about suspicious activity.
The first wave of break-ins occurred sometime between Oct. 16 and Oct. 21 when an unknown person or persons entered three vacant homes listed for rent and stole appliances.
The homes were in the 23000 block of Vance Avenue, the 300 block of Chestnut Avenue and the 23300 block of Hazelwood Avenue. In each case, entry into the home was gained by force through either a door or window. The stolen appliances included washers, dryers and refrigerators.
Two other break-ins appeared to have occurred sometime between Oct. 20 and Oct. 22, entering vacant homes, once again by force.
Ferndale officials react as FBI arrests 3 for allegedly planning terrorist attack
BY MIKE KOURY mkoury@candgnews.com
FERNDALE — The FBI has made arrests in what it believes was a planned terrorist attack that looked to Ferndale as a possible target.
On Oct. 31, the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force arrested Mohmed Ali and Majed Mahmoud, both Dearborn residents, for allegedly planning to commit terrorist attacks in Ferndale over Halloween weekend.
On Nov. 5, federal prosecutors named a third defendant, Ayob Nasser, who is said in the criminal complaint to be Ali’s brother and reside in the same home as Ali. The amended complaint states that an
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One home was in the 1100 block of East Hayes Avenue, where a new air conditioner, stove and refrigerator were stolen. The other was in the 1300 block of East Harry Avenue, where a stove and refrigerator were stolen.
“We believe the same people may be involved with these (crimes),” said Hazel Park Police Chief William Hamel.
He said the vacant buildings lacked security systems such as cameras or alarms.
“I would say (the stolen goods) were more like high-valued items that are large but easier to move when the home is vacant and persons are not expected to intervene,” Hamel said. “To the neighbors it just looks like someone is moving in or out.”
The chief recommends people managing vacant properties make a point to have someone routinely check on them. He also recommends installing video surveillance for continual recording and remote surveillance, as well as motion-based lights and lights that run on a timer, which makes thieves feel exposed and also makes them doubt whether the property is vacant.
As for red flags that neighbors can watch for, “Persons arriving at a home solely in a truck, with no one else waiting for them, and persons knocking on your door looking for someone you don’t know” are possible signs of suspicious activity, Hamel said.
If you know more about these crimes or others, call Hazel Park police at (248) 542-6161.
Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 4981046.
Pantry seeks donations of unopened, unexpired food for the holidays
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Food Pantry provides food and other items to anyone in need, whether they live in Madison Heights or not. Officials say the economy and government shutdown are putting the squeeze on families, including working single
parents trying to feed their kids. As such, more donations are needed.
This includes canned soups, canned tomatoes, canned pasta sauce, canned meats like chicken or tuna, boxed macaroni and cheese, boxed cereals, and even pet food, diapers and wipes, toiletry items such as shampoo and toothpaste, cleaning products such as bleach
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HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
MADISON HEIGHTS — The city of Madison Heights will hold its annual tree lighting in front of Madison Heights City Hall, 300 W. 13 Mile Road, starting at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24.
The mayor will welcome Santa and present him with an official key to the city. The lights around the plaza will be turned on for the winter season starting at 6:30 p.m.
There will be free cookies and hot cocoa, as well as seasonal holiday music. In addition, there will be local businesses and community groups with giveaways and crafts, and opportunities for photos with Santa.
That night’s Madison Heights City Council meeting follows at 7:30 p.m., inside the council chambers at City Hall, which guests are also welcome to attend.
Earlier in the day, starting at 4:30 p.m. at the Active Adult Center between City Hall and the library, the Holiday Bazaar will open, featuring local vendors selling handcrafted items and baked goods. For more information, call the Active Adult Center at (248) 545-3464.
Future movie makers sought
METRO DETROIT — Emagine Entertainment and Folktellers Studios have partnered to invite young readers to bring stories to life on the big screen in a storytelling and literacy initiative that blends reading, imagination, and movie magic.
The program invites students to dive into Josef Bastian’s award-winning seven-book series, “Excerpts from an Unknown Guidebook.” After reading the books, participants will create their
Anti-bullying programming contest underway
METRO DETROIT — Detroit-area Planet Fitness franchisees, EPIC Fitness Group and Impact Fitness Group, and the Detroit Red Wings have again teamed up for its third annual Shut Out Bullying contest, offering one school or youth organization $10,000 in funding for anti-bullying programming.
The contest opened Nov. 2 and concludes at 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 21. Educational institutions and youth organizations throughout Michigan serving students in grades K-12 are
SEASONAL SIGNAGE
HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park Recreation Department will offer an evening of painting winterthemed signs, held in collaboration with Michigan Roots Artisan Shoppe, starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19 inside the Hazel Park Community Center, 620 W. Woodard Heights Blvd. Attendees will choose from designs such as a gingerbread house or football. The organizers will provide all the materials necessary to complete the project. No experience is necessary. The cost is $40. Spots must be reserved by Monday, Nov. 17. Payment can be made in person at the community center, or online at square.link/u/i1ewk95A.
Open skate hours
HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park Recreation Department is teaming up with Hazel Park Ice Arena to offer open skate hours, 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 inside the arena located at 1555 E. Woodward Heights Blvd. Skaters must go to hazelparkicearena. com ahead of time to register and to sign the waiver for this free event.
own three-minute movie trailers inspired by the series’ characters, worlds, and themes.
Folktellers Studios and Emagine will distribute program kits and connect with classrooms and community groups across the region to make the program accessible to as many young storytellers as possible. The program is open to elementary and middle school aged students and to educators, schools, and community organizations in Michigan. Program registration began Nov. 3 at folktellersforliteracy.com.
invited to apply by completing a short entry form and answering questions about their current or proposed bullying prevention initiatives.
The 2026 winner will be honored during a special on-ice presentation on Jan. 18, 2026, prior to the Red Wings vs. Ottawa Senators game at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. For full contest details, eligibility requirements, and the application form, visit DetroitRedWings.com under the Fans contest page. A direct link to the contest page can also be found here: DetroitRedWings. com/ShutOutBullyingContest.
• Comprehensive & Diabetic Eye Exam
• Dry Eye Treatments
• Contact Lens (soft and hard)
• Myopia Control
• Specialty Contact Lens Fitting (including Hybrid, Scleral, RGP Lens)
• Corneal Disease Treatment
Donations
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and dish soap, and feminine hygiene products such as tampons and maxi pads.
However, any food donated to the pantry must be new — it cannot be opened or expired.
“We will accept only items dated Dec. 1, 2025, and after,” said the pantry’s supervisor, Kathy Anderson. “Items without dates — or that are opened — will be thrown out.”
Officials at the pantry also encourage people to run food drives on the pantry’s behalf, whether in their neighborhood or at their school, church or workplace.
They say the most effective drive is one that focuses on a single type of item, such as a cereal drive, canned soup drive or boxed pasta drive, with regular serving sizes so that the pantry can help more people.
Kathy Trastevere, another volunteer at the pantry, said those in need run the gamut.
“Some of our recipients are elderly, living on a very small income. Some are families that have experienced job loss or are just struggling with raising many kids. We’ve seen an uptick in larger families the last couple months — families larger than six people that may be single-parent and may also be caring
for an aging relative at home,” Trastevere said. “So it varies.”
For inquiries about needed items, or to donate, call or send a text message to Anderson at (248) 224-7217 or Trastevere at (248) 797-6389.
Where to go for help
As for distributions, they take place at Central Church, located at 1529 12 Mile Road in Madison Heights. The pantry operates out of borrowed space there.
The remaining dates for 2025 are Nov. 22, Dec. 6 and Dec. 20. The distributions run from 10:30 a.m. to noon twice each month. Cars start lining up two hours in advance, so officials recommend coming early.
Most recipients stay in their cars while volunteers load up their vehicles at the curb. Recipients are asked to fill out a brief form that includes the number of people in the home and their needs, which helps the pantry put the right items in each box. Others walk in for the items.
There is also a small box outside the church that is available 24/7 and restocked regularly with a variety of items for anyone to take as they need. However, the supply there is more limited due to the size of the box.
Trastevere said in addition to donations, the pantry can always use more volunteers.
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“We could especially use a volunteer that would help with outreach and development — someone who could seek out donations from stores or food producers, making those phone calls from home or visiting potential donors,” Trastevere said.
At press time Nov. 5, state Rep. Mike McFall, D-Hazel Park, was arranging a donation drive at the pantry, noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 9, collecting cans of soup, boxes of macaroni and cheese, and boxes of cereal.
McFall said the government shutdown has created a crisis for the many families who depend on benefit payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.
“This is one of those moments where
it’s all hands-on deck,” McFall said. “We must help our neighbors. And the volunteers who run the Madison Heights Food Pantry are on the front lines. They’ve been doing this since COVID, and I applaud them for all the work they’ve done. As the saying goes, look for the helpers, and that’s exactly what they do, making sure people have food, without any questions. They don’t care where you live, and they will still help you. This need goes beyond municipal borders.”
For more information, visit facebook. com and search “MHFP Volunteers” for a group dedicated to volunteering at the pantry, or search “Madison Heights Food Pantry” for a webpage listing distribution dates and other resources.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a Meeting of the Madison Heights Zoning Board of Appeals will be held in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Building at 300 W. 13 Mile Road Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan 48071 on Thursday, December 4th, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. to consider the following requests:
1. Case # PZBA 25-10: 32500 John R Road
REQUEST: The applicant, Marija Dedvukaj, requests variances from Section 12.04, Prohibited Signs, and Section 12.07, Regulations for Permitted Signs, to permit the installation of a pylon sign that exceeds the maximum permitted height for ground signs within the B-3 zoning district. The subject property is located at 32500 John R Road (TM# 44-25-01-151-063) and is zoned B-3, Regional Business. The application and any supporting documents can be viewed during regular business hours at the Community & Economic Development Department. In addition, the agenda item can be viewed online at www.madison-heights.org in the Agenda Center after 4:00 p.m. on Friday before the meeting.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can send your comments via email to: MattLonnerstater@madison-heights.org and your comment will be read into the record at the meeting. Written comments may also be mailed prior to the meeting to 300 West Thirteen Mile Road, Madison Heights, Michigan, 48071. All comments will be heard at the meeting.
MADISON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT (248) 583-0831 Published: Madison-Park News 11/12/2025 0380-2546
the district an estimated $35,000, according to the city clerk’s office at the time. Special elections generally have lower turnout but require extra work by the city to implement.
Among the projects planned for the bond were the replacement of outdated boilers and ventilation units for improved heating and cooling; security enhancements including updated fire alarms and improved secure entry points; and repairing and replacing aging, leaking roofs.
Other planned projects included updating outdated cabling and network systems for improved classroom instruction
and communication, and site improvements such as concrete and asphalt repair, reconfigured parking lots and more efficient stormwater systems.
Items in the May proposal that were cut from the November proposal included the construction of an auxiliary gym, a 3D art studio, a robotics learning lab, theater improvements, new playground equipment, and synthetic turf for the baseball and softball infields.
Voters in the district last approved a bond proposal for building improvements nearly 30 years ago. The school district paid off that bond years early. It now remains to be seen what the district will do next.
“We have reached a point where the scope of work identified in the facilities as-
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sessment exceeds the amount that the sinking fund can cover,” said Superintendent Dale Steen in September, referring to a separate ongoing millage that covers smaller projects. “To address these critical improvements, a bond proposal is necessary.”
Steen did not answer a new request for comment by press time.
Following the results of the election, Mark Bliss, the mayor pro tem of Madison Heights and a resident of the Lamphere school district, said the proposal’s failure is not entirely surprising.
“In these tough times of hyperinflation that have made the price of groceries unaffordable for many — and with all of the economic uncertainty brought with this government shutdown — this proposal definitely
faced a steep challenge,” Bliss said.
“The results certainly weren’t what they had hoped for, but Lamphere has faced its share of challenges in the past,” he said. “I’m confident this administration will once again be able to navigate through this uncertainty into the better times that are ahead of us as a school district, and as a community as a whole.”
Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.
LEARN HISTORY TO A ‘T’ WITH EASTPOINTE’S ANTIQUE 1921 FIRE TRUCK
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
DETROIT — Anyone who visits the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum in Detroit will see an important piece of Eastpointe history.
Eastpointe’s first-ever fire truck is among the many antique vehicles on display. The 1921 Ford Model T was purchased a little more than 100 years ago when Eastpointe was known as Erin Township.
A group of business owners pooled their money to buy the chemical fire truck. They were concerned about fires as the township grew and felt the horse and wagon used in town to douse flames wasn’t enough. The proprietors wanted a truck to carry more water and also allow for the pumping of water.
For the next five years, the red 1921 model will remain at the museum for public viewing. At the Aug. 19 Eastpointe City Council meeting, the council voted 4-0 to approve the automobile loan agreement between Eastpointe and the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum for five years, beginning Aug. 1, 2025, and expiring Aug. 1, 2030. Council member Rob Baker was absent.
ABOVE: Samantha Wilkinson, Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum operations manager left; retired Eastpointe Fire Chief Danny Hagen, center; and Eastpointe Fire Chief Jason Clark discuss Eastpointe’s 1921 Model T chemical fire truck.
ABOVE: Eastpointe’s first-ever fire truck — a 1921 Model T — had 20 horsepower and weighed 1,439 pounds. LEFT: Kim Schmidt, left, holds a photo of her husband, Donald Schmidt, a retired Eastpointe Fire Department captain, as he drives the fire truck in a Memorial Day parade.
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
Fire truck
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Eastpointe Fire Chief Jason Clark said there was no exchange of money involved in the loan agreement, just that the museum will house and maintain the fire truck for the next five years. This is the second five-year cycle for a loan agreement.
“It’s still looking good,” Clark said. “They seem like they’re doing a good job taking care of it.”
On the late morning of Oct. 31, Clark, retired Eastpointe Fire Chief Danny Hagen, retired Fire Capt. Don Schmidt and his wife, Kim; and retired firefighter Joe Radzwion III toured Piquette with museum operations manager Samantha Wilkinson. Eastpointe Mayor Pro Tem Cardi DeMonaco Jr. and Eastpointe City Council members Harvey Curley and Baker joined them.
Eastpointe’s first-ever fire truck was used by the city’s firefighters until 1942. Although the vehicle ceased fighting fires, it remained in the city — which for decades was called East Detroit — for parades and other events over the years.
One memorable moment for Hagen came in 1981 when he and his bride, Mary,
cruised in the historic truck on their wedding day. They drove from St. Jude Catholic Church, on Seven Mile Road in Detroit, to the Eastpointe Fire Station on Nine Mile Road near Gratiot Avenue, where they switched vehicles for the reception. The newlyweds drew plenty of onlookers.
“We went down Kelly Road and it started to rain. My wife was the best sport in the world,” Hagen remembered. “The people were going bonkers when they saw the truck.”
The museum provides informational signs for all the exhibited cars. According to the Eastpointe sign, the 1921 Model T chemical fire truck had 20 horsepower and weighed 1,439 pounds.
The truck was either assembled at the Ford Highland Park Plant or a branch of the plant. The gas-powered truck drove about 25 mph and came with a two-speed transmission. It was equipped with standard pneumatic non-skid tires, and hard rubber tires were optional. Hagen said there was a siren system in town to alert when there was a fire.
“There was one hose and they used axes to open the door and open the roof to let out smoke and gases,” Hagen said, adding that axes also were utilized “for quick entry” into
EUCHRE NIGHT - Monday, Nov. 17th
the home or building. Firefighters did not have all the updated equipment and safety gear available now.
“There were no masks, no (compressed) air,” Hagen said. “It wasn’t in existence at the time.”
While on the tour, a group of local students crossed paths with the firefighters, who shared their experiences with the fire truck.
“Driving it is like driving a go-kart in the wind. It’s a big open vehicle,” Radzwion III said. “It was like an icon in every Memorial Day parade. It was awesome. You felt so proud.”
“I was one of the few that drove it,” Schmidt said of those fun city events through the decades. “It brings back so many memories.”
According to its history, the Eastpointe Fire Department and the East Detroit Historical Society together restored the truck and won awards at the 2008 Detroit Autorama. In 2009, the Michigan Historical Commission presented the Michigan Week Gov. John B. Swainson award to Hagen for his “outstanding contribution to the preservation of Michigan history.”
The Halfway Model T chemical fire truck contains a plaque dedicated to the founding members of the department in
1921: Fire Chief Lorenz Rein, and firefighters Cyril Derdaele, Ray Woodcock, Frank Schustler, August Zado, Fred Rader, Jess Hamner, WM Yuckey, Gottfried Eschmann and Richard Paetsch.
The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum is a Michigan historic site. Piquette was the first factory Ford Motor Co. built, and where models B, C, F, K, N, R, S and T were manufactured. Visitors can view antique cars that are from private collections or that the museum has purchased, including a 1903 Ford Model A Tonneau, a 1911 Hupmobile model 20 C, and a 1916 Studebaker.
The museum also has a replica of Henry Ford’s office, including a safe used to hide blueprints so corporate spies would not find them and a telescope for bird-watching. Ford, however, didn’t spend much time in his office, as he preferred to be on the assembly floor.
The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum is located at 461 Piquette Ave. in Detroit. Free parking is available in the paved courtyard lot next to the building, and in the gravel lot directly across from the museum on Piquette Avenue. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. It is closed on holidays. For more information, go to fordpiquetteplant.org.
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amusement park might also have been considered as a target.
According to the criminal complaint filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, Ali, Nasser and Mahmoud purchased assault rifles, shotguns, handguns and more than a thousand rounds of ammunition in September and October of this year. They allegedly looked to commit the terrorist act in the name of ISIS at clubs visited by members of the LGBTQ+ community, or possibly at the amusement park
The language in the complaint states that there is probable cause that Ali, Nasser and Mahmoud violated federal law against “receiving and transferring, and attempting and conspiring to receive and transfer, firearms and ammunition knowing and having reasonable cause to believe that the firearms and ammunition would be used to commit a Federal crime of terrorism.”
Ferndale Mayor Raylon Leaks-May learned about the details of the case the same day as Ali and Mahmoud made their initial appearances in federal court Nov. 3 and said she was shocked to hear what was allegedly planned. She said she was grateful to authorities for preventing what could have been a “devastating tragedy.”
“I’m just grateful that they got ahead of it, I’m grateful that it was prevented, and from what I can tell and what I’ve been told, there’s no immediate threat to our community,” she said. “I just hope that our LGBTQ+ community feels safe here in this community, as they’ve always have. We’ve been a community that’s always kind of fostered that safe environment, and to even think that that could have just even been tainted a little is just devastating to me, but I’m grateful to our Police Department, I’m grateful to the FBI and the collaboration, and I’m confident that they’ll stay on top of it, and I feel like we’re safe in this community and those who visit us.”
The Ferndale Police Department shared in a press release that the FBI “assured” the department that there is no active threat to the community.
“I want to personally thank the men and women (of) the FBI. If it wasn’t for their vigilance, the terror attacks we see on the news would have come to our doorstep,” Police Chief Dennis Emmi said in a prepared statement. “No community is immune to violence. I appreciate our continued partnership with the FBI and all of our law enforcement partners.”
Emmi said in his statement that “everyone plays a role in keeping our neighborhoods safe” and that law enforcement, while always working to protect the community, can’t do this without help from community members.
“Ferndale remains a community that welcomes its LGBTQ+ neighbors and stands firmly against any discrimination or violence targeted towards people based on individual characteristics,” he stated. “We strongly condemn acts of intolerance and will continue to be a city where all are welcome and belong.”
Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter, who served as Ferndale’s mayor from 2011 to 2019, was disturbed by the news.
“Learning that Ferndale and the LGBTQ+ community were among the potential targets of a terrorist attack is disturbing,” he said in a prepared statement. “The pain of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy in Orlando, Fla. nine years ago while I was serving as mayor of Ferndale is still deeply felt in the community. I’m grateful for the FBI, Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement for their diligence in seeking out and preventing what could have been another mass tragedy.”
Criminal complaint describes alleged plot
In September and October, Ali, Nasser and Mahmoud practiced shooting firearms at gun ranges. The complaint, written by FBI Special Agent Nicholas Czech, states that in his investigative experience, he believes this was to develop their firearms skills in preparation for an attack.
On Sept. 19, based on phone records obtained by the FBI, Ali, Mahmoud and another individual traveled to Ferndale and remained there for around 20 minutes. Ali and the individual also returned to Ferndale again on Sept. 20. The complaint alleges that these trips were to scout potential areas
to commit the terrorist attack.
“The area in Ferndale … includes numerous bars and restaurants, including three bars/clubs identified by the FBI based on this data,” the complaint states. “All three of these clubs are located on Woodward Avenue near East Nine Mile. Many of the clubs and bars in this area intentionally attract members of the LGBTQ+ community.”
The complaint also alleges that Nasser and an individual traveled to a Midwest amusement park Sept. 18-19 to scout the area as a possible attack location. The park is believed to be Cedar Point.
According to Czech’s complaint, on a group phone call in July, there were statements made about a future attack “probably going to be at like a club, a disco.” Czech in a footnote in the complaint states that ISIS has been responsible for such attacks in the past, including the Pulse nightclub shooting and the 2015 attack at the Bataclan theater in Paris.
After obtaining federal search warrants,
the FBI executed its search on Oct. 31, where it recovered three AR-15-style rifles, two shotguns, four handguns, more than 1,600 rounds of ammunition for the rifles, optical sights, two GoPro cameras, a flash suppressor, tactical vests and other related firearms, parts and accessories at the homes of both suspects, according to the complaint. Agents also found in a storage unit rented by Ali two chest rig vests, two black tactical backpacks and 24 empty magazines compatible with the rifles, the complaint states.
Ali and Mahmoud appeared in court on Nov. 3 and have a detention hearing set for 1 p.m. Nov. 10.
Mahmoud’s attorney, Bill Swor, declined to comment on the case. Ali’s attorney, Amir Makled, could not be reached for comment before press time.
Nasser had yet to have an attorney on record with the court and his next court date had not been listed at press time.
Call Staff Writer Mike Koury at (586) 498-1077.
Election
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Here, Webb defended his seat, securing another four-year term. Webb received 66.93% of the vote (1,459 votes) while Cales received 32.75% (714 votes). There were seven unassigned write-in votes, and zero rejected write-ins.
While they were unopposed running for reelection to the City Council, Sullivan was the top performer that night, taking 52.84% (1,658 votes), while Londo took 45.89% (1,440 votes). Both were elected to a four-year term.
There were also 40 unassigned write-ins for the council, and zero rejected write-ins.
Madison Heights
In Madison Heights, Corey Haines prevailed in his bid for a two-year term as mayor, succeeding the current mayor, Roslyn Grafstein, who chose not to run for reelection.
Haines is the former police chief of Madison Heights and the current police chief for the city of Eastpointe. He was also once the deputy city manager of Madison Heights. He prevailed over his opponent,
Madison Heights City Councilmember Quinn Wright.
According to the Oakland County Clerk’s Office the night of the election, with 100% of precincts reporting, Haines captured 57.67% of the vote (3,092 votes), while Wright took 41.96% (2,250 votes). Wright will retain his council seat.
However, the situation with the rest of council remained unclear the night of the election. Five candidates were running for three four-year terms, but only two of them had their names listed on the ballot; the other three were running as write-in candidates, and the write-in votes had not been tabulated the night of Nov. 4, nor at press time Nov. 5.
What was clear is incumbent William Mier was the top vote-getter, backed by 40.42% (3,242 votes), followed by Toya Aaron, a former council member, with 38.27% (3,070 votes). The third seat was undetermined at press time.
There were 1,709 unassigned write-ins and zero rejected write-ins. The three write-in candidates were Michael Lee Covert, Laurie Geralds and Ashley Nicole Strunk. There was originally a fourth write-in candidate — Sydney Alysha Larry — but she dropped out.
Check back at candgnews.com for fu-
ture updates on the council race.
Looking forward
Candidates were emailed for comment about their run. By press time Nov. 5, several replied.
Aaron said she is thankful for her return to the Madison Heights City Council.
“I am sincerely grateful and humbled for everyone who supported, encouraged and believed in me throughout this campaign,” Aaron said. “Running for City Council wasn’t only about seeking a position; it was about standing up for stronger connections, transparent communication, and a more engaged community.
“The next four years will be incredibly important for me and for our great city,” she said. “They represent an opportunity to build on what I have started: bridging gaps through trust, supporting our neighborhoods, and making sure every resident feels heard and valued.”
Wright said that while his campaign for
mayor came up short, “We didn’t fall short in heart, effort or purpose,” adding that he wants to congratulate his opponent Haines on his victory, and he hopes that “Madison Heights continues to move forward united, hopeful, and focused on the things that matter most: safe neighborhoods, thriving local businesses, and opportunities for all families to succeed.” He also thanked his volunteers and supporters, and said he remains committed to the city in his work on the council.
Cales, who lost her bid for mayor in Hazel Park, said she is “deeply grateful” for the opportunity to have run, and she wants to “thank everyone who supported this campaign, shared ideas, asked questions, and most of all, voted,” adding that she is unsure of her next move but she continues to hope the best for the city’s leadership.
The other candidates did not reply by press time.
Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.
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At which time you must: a. Provide a valid driver’s license. b. Provide a H.S diploma or high school equivalency (GED) certifcate or transcripts. c. There is a $100.00 testing fee that will be collected when submitting your application online. You MUST schedule a test at this time for your application to be accepted. This is a drug free Program. An individual tentatively selected for entrance into the Program after testing and interview will be required to submit to a drug test, which will include testing for marijuana. The Pipeftting Industry Training Center is located at 636 Executive Drive in Troy, MI between John R. and Dequindre north of E. 14 mile Road. PH: 248-585-0636 No resumes please. For more information please contact our web site at: https://www.pipeftters636tc.org
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Cement
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2BROTHERS PAINTING
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Professional Services
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Tree Service
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OFFERINGS AROUND MICHIGAN
AMISH FURNITURE
An AMISH LOG HEADBOARD AND Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for $375. Call anytime, 989-923-1278.
AUCTION
Visit Bid.SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC. com often for online auctions. Current auctions include antiques, flat trailers, tools, kitchenware, shop tools, outdoor gear, more. Don’t miss the Maurer live farm auction! Questions? Call Sherwood Auction, 1-800-835-0495.
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BUSINESS SERVICES
METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime hail asphalt shingles. Vinyl siding. Licensed and insured builders for 40 years. AMISH CREW. 517-575-3695.
MATTRESSES
Adjustable Bed Brand New with mattress. Made in U.S.A, in plastic, with warranty. Retail Cost $3,995.00 sacrifice for $875.00 Call for showing or delivery: DanDanTheMattressMan. com. 989-923-1278
MISCELLANEOUS
Amish-built mini-cabins starting at $5,295. Made in Michigan! We deliver statewide. Call 989-832-1866. MyNextBarn.com.
AMISH-built storage sheds starting at $2,500. We deliver anywhere in Michigan! Call 989-832-1866. DanDanTheMattressMan.com.
IF YOU HAD KNEE OR HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY AND SUFFERED AN INFECTION between 2023 and the present time, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800535-5727
Published: November 12, 2025
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