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Hackel talks about projects at State of the County

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel took to the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts

stage on Dec. 6 to deliver his 11th State of the County speech. For 2023’s presentation, Hackel’s pitch for a county on the rise focused upon various projects being worked on or developed. Projects were tied into several points meant

to show how the county was responding to the needs of residents: public safety, neighborhood stability, economy and talent development, infrastructure and quality of life. The main public safety projects mentioned were the $130 million central intake

and assessment center at the Macomb County Jail and the $10 million Sheriff ’s Office Marine Division headquarters, the latter opening days prior to the speech. Infrastructure was highlighted through

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International Christmas traditions bring families together BY ALYSSA OCHSS aochss@candgnews.com

hristmas traditions vary from culture to culture, celebrating the festive season in their own ways. Karin Schwalbe, a member of the Carpathia Club in Metro Detroit, said in German culture, Saint Nicholas visits homes on Dec. 6. People would clean up their shoes on the night of Dec. 5 and put them out for Saint Nicholas to find. “If you were good, the next morning you would find something in your shoes,” Schwalbe said. “Sweets, candies or there would be fruits, apples, nuts, things like that. And then the same with if you were bad, you found, like, a twig.” Saint Nicholas is a person found in a lot of European cultures including Dutch, Croatian and Belgian as well.

Ivan Callebaut, a member of the Belgian American Association, also put his shoes out for Saint Nicholas, or Sinterklaas. Other than that, he said the traditions are pretty similar to the ones in America. “Really, we have Saint Nicholas the 5th or the 6th and on Christmas, you know, they started Santa Claus like in the ’70s late ’60s,” Callebaut said. “On the night of the 5th of December, we put our shoes out and, yes, you put a carrot in it, a few pieces of sugar and a shot glass for Saint Nicholas.” In documents provided by Cheryl Heckla, director of the Belgian American Museum in Roseville, in Belgian culture, Saint Nicholas also arrived on Dec. 6. It was noted that it is the children’s prelude to Christmas. “Days before his feast, the children gather around the fireplace to pray and sing songs in honor of the saintly bishop,” the docuSee TRADITIONS on page 20A

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CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT: A Sinterklaas made of cloth is displayed in the Belgian American Museum. A stained glass image of Sinterklaas is also displayed. Lukken sit on a tray for a bake sale.

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Shores officials remember former councilman BY ALYSSA OCHSS

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Peter Accica served the city of St. Clair Shores as a councilman for eight years but didn’t run in the recent election due to health issues. Accica died on Dec. 3. His passing

was announced at the St. Clair Shores City Council meeting on Dec. 4 by Mayor Kip Walby. “These are hard times for me,” Walby said. “With deep sadness, I have to announce the passing of Councilman Pete Accica.” Accica’s family accepted a proclamation read by Walby at the beginning of the

meeting. The proclamation was originally scheduled to be read on Nov. 20 but was rescheduled. Each council member offered their condolences to Accica’s family during their comments near the end of the meeting. “It’s a sad event, and I want to give the See ACCICA on page 17A

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The Senior Activity Center’s knitting and crocheting group makes projects for those in need, and also provides much needed social time for its members. Judy Wendler, a member of the group, said the group makes lap robes for two hospice groups: Grace Hospice and Compassus Hospice. They also donate hats and other items to Big Family of Michigan for the children and sell items at the Senior Activity Center. Wendler said it takes a couple weeks to make a lap robe. “But a lot of the ladies, they knit or crochet here, but then they do it at home, too,” Wendler said. The group has been active for longer than Wendler has been there. They have around 19 members right now. “There were two ladies who started it originally,” Wendler said. “But it’s way before I came here. So it’s been here a long time.

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METRO DETROIT — Taylor Jones wasn’t sure how she would get through that first Christmas without her favorite aunt, Tricey, who had passed away from COVID-19 and lupus a few years ago. “The holiday times, it was special with us,” Jones said. Her death came just a year after Tricey’s son and Jones’ godbrother, Jay, died at age 17. “It really took a bad toll on me,” Jones, 25, of Detroit said. “I was very depressed. I was very sad.” It was recommended that Jones seek professional help. “At first, I was opposed to it,” said Jones, who kept telling herself, “I’m OK.” But she found Dr. LA Barlow, a clinical psychologist with the Detroit Medical Center, and soon began attending private therapy sessions every two weeks. “At my first appointment, I cried in the waiting room,” said Jones, adding that Dr. Barlow saw her and came right over. “She said, ‘Just allow yourself to grieve.’ I was trying for so long to stay strong. When I got a chance to speak to someone, it made a difference in my life. The holidays are a bad time for depression. Dr. Barlow understood why I

was so hysterical. I could tell that she cares.” While the holiday season is filled with family get-togethers, gift giving, decorated Christmas trees and festive parties, it can also be a sad time for many people. Depression, loneliness, high expectations and financial stress are among the factors that can lead to the holiday blues. Some people miss family members who have died, or are far away from family and friends. But instead of hiding from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day, there are steps people can take to make it through the holidays. Dr. Barlow, who also has an office in Southfield, encourages people to seek professional help if they are feeling depressed. “Grief is big during the holidays for people because of the person they are missing,” Dr. Barlow said. Keeping the memory of your loved one alive can help you mourn their loss. “Start a new tradition to honor that person. They might not be here physically, but spiritually they are still here,” Dr. Barlow said. “Journaling is another way to express your feelings and what that person meant to you.” And keep things in perspective. “It’s all about perspectives,” Dr. Barlow said. “Maybe it’s not as bad.” Jones and family members have a famSee MENTAL on page 9A

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Assistant city manager leaving St. Clair Shores ST. CLAIR SHORES — During City Manager Dustin Lent’s comments at the Dec. 4 meeting, he announced that Assistant City Manager Michael Greene is leaving the city of St. Clair Shores to pursue a career in Lathrup Village. Lent said at the meeting it was definitely exciting but also a bit sad. “So congratulation(s) — it has been a pleasure working with you,” Lent said. “Lathrup Village is getting a great administrator, and good luck.” Greene Greene said in an email one of his career goals was to be a municipal manager of a community. He said the skills he enhanced in St. Clair Shores benefited him. “I want to thank our City Manager, Mayor, and the City Council for providing me with support and encouragement throughout my time with St. Clair Shores,” he said in the email. “It was greatly appreciated. I would also like to thank my department head colleagues for their dedication to the City and all the assistance they have provided me whenever I had a question or task big or small. The City truly has a good team and I look forward to seeing what they can accomplish.”

Lakeshore Knights of Columbus donates $2,000 to Adaptive Learning Program ST. CLAIR SHORES — At the Nov. 20 St. Clair Shores City Council meeting, the Knights of Columbus donated $2,000 to the St. Clair Shores Adaptive Learning Program formerly known as their Special Needs Program. Bo Kirk, deputy grand knight, and Kevin McKay, grand knight, from the Lakeshore Knights of Columbus Council #2733, were in attendance to present the check to Mayor Kip Walby and City Council members. They handed out papers that showed everything the Knights of Columbus did for the city. They said the money was raised through various fundraisers throughout the year. McKay said approximately 10 years ago, the council decided to keep the money in the Shores instead of spreading it everywhere. “The Adaptive Learning Program has always been close to our hearts, and we’re going to try to keep going along with the other things that we do,” McKay said.

Library invites children to two activities

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Children of all ages are invited to drop in at the Gilstorf Meeting Room at the St. Clair Shores Public Library for two fun activities. No registration is required. From 1 to 4 p.m. on Dec. 28, children are invited to get creative at the Crafternoon program. Craft materials, scissors, glue, tape, markers and crayons will be available for use. Children will also be able to fill a box with materials to take home, according to a press release. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 5, children are invited to a Family Game Day. There will be board games for all ages in the Gilstorf Meeting Room for friends and family to enjoy. “Winners get bragging rights!” the release said.

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SPORTS Motor City Rockers return to form in 2023, hold second place in conference 8A/ ST. CLAIR SHORES SENTINEL • DECEMBER 20, 2023

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FRASER — This year, it’s been all about hockey for the Motor City Rockers. The offseason didn’t include general manager and head coach searches, discussions about whether there was going to be a team or not, or constant cosmetic ideas for inside the arena; instead, it was fully focused on what was taking place on the ice heading into the Rockers’ second season in the Federal Prospects Hockey League. “We always joked that we needed players and we needed a printer,” Rockers coach Gordie Brown said. “You needed everything from the beginning whether it was jerseys or every little thing. Now, you’ve gone through the process of the year and you can kind of understand how to get the players that you want, build the culture you want, and get the employees behind the scenes we

need to run an organization like this. Heading into the second year, I don’t want to say it’s smoother, but you just learn a lot from the first year that you can incorporate into the second year.” Brown, in his second season as head coach, witnessed his team clinch third place in the Continental Conference, securing a playoff berth, but two straight losses in the first round would put an end to the Rockers’ inaugural season. Most coaches in the FPHL tend to see a significant roster turnover for the next season, leaving questions about what the team will look like in the coming year, but the Rockers picked up right where they left off with a stacked lineup of returning veterans. “We felt really confident coming back, especially with how many returners we have,” defenseman Nicholas Magill-Diaz said. “At this level, you don’t get half of the returners we got back. We got just about everybody with

Motor City Rockers player Tristen Wells carries the puck during a matchup against the Port Huron Prowlers on Dec. 9 at Big Boy Arena. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

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Michigan-MSU hockey to return to Little Caesars for ‘Duel in the D’ BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com

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Michigan has claimed the “Iron D” Trophy in six straight matchups after Michigan State won during the trophy’s inaugural season in 2016.

DETROIT — The “Iron D” Trophy is making its way back to Hockeytown as the University of Michigan (8-7-3) and Michigan State University (12-4-2) hockey are slated to face off at 8:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at Little Caesars Arena in their annual “Duel in the D” matchup. Michigan, which was ranked No. 14 at press time according to the National Collegiate Athletic Association, has brought home the trophy in the last six meetings between the two teams. Michigan State’s last win in the “Duel in the D” came in 2016. This year’s “Duel in the D” will be the 346th all-time meeting between the two programs with Michigan holding the advantage 179-139-24. The “Duel in the D” will be the fourth and final matchup between the two teams on the schedule this season, as MSU will host on Jan. 19 and Michigan will host on Jan. 20 and Feb. 9. While the historic matchups between the programs go back decades upon decades, the “Iron D” Trophy is a relatively new feature of the rivalry. Michigan State, currently ranked No. 7, won the coveted trophy the See DUEL on page 21A

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ily brunch over the holidays in memory of Tricey and Jay. It rotates to a different home each year. “I do things that make me feel happy,” Jones said. “I do things (my aunt) would like to do. It makes you feel better. This year, I’m not as sad as I was in previous years.” If you’re going to be all alone during the holidays, Dr. Barlow suggests doing volunteer work at a soup kitchen or nonprofit organization, or connecting with people virtually. “The holidays can be a stressful time for many people. The cooking, shopping, entertaining and cleaning,” said Agnes Ward, a licensed psychologist and the chief clinical officer with Macomb County Community Mental Health. “They’re rushing to fulfill demands or obligations, and stop seeing the joy in the holidays.” Financial burdens also can dampen the holiday spirit. “It can be a time for families who may be struggling with bills. People know they’ll be spending more money. There’s a lot of pressure for gifts,” Ward said. If that is the case, speak up. “Have a talk with family members about how much to spend,” Ward said. “Do a name draw so everyone just buys one gift or a nice dinner so the family will do something together.” Ward said many people have lost loved ones in recent years because of COVID-19, which can bring on loneliness. If you know of someone who is alone or housebound, “check in with them, give them a call, send them a card or deliver a meal,” Ward said. Macomb County Community Mental Health has a crisis line that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Ward encourages anyone feeling down to call the number at (586) 307-9100. Macomb County Community Mental Health also has a wide range of resources for the community who may need help financially or in other areas. For more information, visit mccmh.net or call (855) 99-MCCMH, which is (855) 996-2264. Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.

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the various projects being undertaken by the Macomb County Public Works Office, and the upgrading of the county’s digital footprint, including a new website. Central to this point was the Innovate Mound project, which Hackel said would be completed and open by Christmas. Quality of life centered on pet and animal care, with the county taking the first steps toward building a new animal control shelter. “With the leadership of our animal control division, the financial support of our Board of Commissioners and the insights of our animal advocates, we have begun the process of imagining what a new animal shelter would and should look like,” Hackel said. “We are committed to building a modern facility which will replace the outdated one. This will help us meet the needs of our communities and, most importantly, help us better care for our animals.” Economic and talent development tied into points made earlier in the evening about the county’s economy. Hackel reported a county workforce that’s 460,000 people strong and a 3.9% unemployment rate, as

well as average incomes rising 15% over the past five years. Hackel went on to claim the county’s economy is valued at $48 billion with 48,000 open jobs, which the county government is creating programs to fill. Supporting the county’s industries was central to Hackel’s pitch on Macomb County being business friendly, and particular care was given to the defense sector. The past year saw more than 41,000 civilian and military workers take part in the defense industry, built on the back of 4,200 contracts awarded to county-based contractors, bringing in $3 billion. The future of Selfridge Air National Guard Base was a key part of the county’s defense industry plans. County, state, federal and military officials are working to bring a fighter mission to the base to replace the outgoing A-10 program. As Michigan’s congressional delegation works to make F-15EX

fighter jets available for the base, the state is committing $13 million for a northward runway expansion. “From the Curtiss ‘Jenny’ to the A-10, Selfridge has had a legacy of keeping our country safe,” Hackel said. “Together, we need to keep Selfridge safe because of how important it is to our nation’s defense.” Other points Hackel brought up were population, housing and fiscal stability. Hackel reported the county’s foreign-born population was close to 100,000. With the 2022 figures from the United States Census Bureau, about 11% of Macomb County’s roughly 874,000 people were born outside of the United States. With people needing somewhere to live, about 2,400 homes have been built throughout the county over the past two years. The residents of those homes See COUNTY on page 22A

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“A lot of kids get skates for the holidays, and they don’t know how to skate, so they come here and want to take skating lessons,” said Ice Arena Facilities Superintendent Connie Folk. Gift givers can register a loved one for the next eight-week course, which begins the week of Jan. 15, or wait for additional ice skating lessons, which are offered in five sessions throughout the year. Ice skating classes meet once a week for eight weeks and are limited to 12 students. Classes with more than seven students will have two instructors. “If you know how to skate, you will have a better experience when you go to birthday parties, open skates or even down to the city of Detroit to skate on the out-

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“In the new year, people usually want to get physically fit and get in better shape, so giving them a gift card to come and get a fitness pass and work out or be able to learn pickleball is a great way for people to do something that they might not normally do for themselves,” Goul said. A popular option is the “Pickleball 101: Intro for Beginners” class, which teaches participants the basic rules, strokes, scoring and strategies of the game. The center also offers indoor swim lessons year-round for preschoolers to adults, with the next six-week session starting in January, followed by another in late March. To expose kids to a variety of sports — including soccer, football, volleyball, T-ball, lacrosse, hockey and more — the Coach Dave Intro to Sports classes are offered for ages 3-6. “Participating in sports is a great way for kids to meet other kids, get the social skills they need, learn how to be a good teammate and have fun,” he said. For more information about the Troy Community Center, visit rec.troymi.gov.

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just a pair of new names and faces, Magill-Diaz said it’s been the team’s chemistry that has translated to the success so far. “Just from last year to this year, we’re a lot more comfortable having those uncomfortable conversations when it comes to people making mistakes or being held accountable for each other,” Magill-Diaz said. “It just makes it that much easier.” Chemistry has always been a strength of the Rockers, and look no further than their success last season in just their first year together as a group. The Rockers’ locker room is a tight-knit group, and the sense of care and respect is a feeling that Brown said the Rockers deliver from top to bottom in the organization. “I think what it comes down to is that we’re pretty honest,” Brown said. “We tell them what the expectations are and we’re not lying to them. This is the expectation, and we have those conversations with the players, and if you don’t believe myself or Nick Field, the GM, this is how we do it, and if you don’t want to do it, we’re not for you. I believe the players have our backs on that.” The Rockers jumped out to a 9-3 record this season before dropping four straight, holding leads in three of the four matchups. “Our issue is we get up, we get a lead and See ROCKERS on page 19A

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best to his family, and we lost a good person,” Councilman Dave Rubello said. “To the Accica family, God bless you.” Councilwoman and Mayor Pro Tem Candice Rusie said her thoughts and prayers are with the family. “It’s an unbelievable thing to go through, and it’s even tougher at the holiday season,” Rusie said. “My heart goes out to you guys, and we’ll all be thinking of you.” Councilman John Caron said he and Accica worked together on police projects and that Accica had a lot of input. He said a lot of the decisions that went into the schematics have his fingerprints all over it. “I think that’s a fitting legacy for him, as well, upon his passing. Thoughts and prayers are to his family during a very difficult time,” Caron said. Councilman Chris Vitale said he and Accica worked together at the beginning of Accica’s first term on the foreclosure committee. Vitale said Accica was a real asset due to his background in construction trades, and it was a little odd because he was taking

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With nearly three quarters of the season still left to play, there’s plenty of time for the Rockers to get back on track before the start of the playoffs. “Really, we just need to stay positive,” defenseman T.J. Delaney said. “With all our success at the beginning of the season, I feel like we didn’t face too much adversity. With guys going down with injuries and us losing four straight, we’re facing that adversity now. Are we going to crumble or are we going to keep pushing forward? That’s the question.” Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.

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ments stated. “They are reminded that they must be on their best behavior.” French culture celebrates Père Noel, who is accompanied by a donkey, according to the documents. Advent calendars are also a part of German culture, Schwalbe said. For Schwalbe, these calendars had a picture behind each door every day leading up to Christmas Eve on Dec. 24. “Now they have it where you can get chocolate behind it. Now you can get it with beer and wine,” Schwalbe said. “But originally it was just a picture.” Christmas Eve is the day German people celebrate Christmas, Schwalbe said. During the day, the parents would get a Christmas tree and set it up, hidden in a separate room with the door closed. They would open the doors in the evening, Schwalbe said, and the children would get to see the tree for the first time, decorated with lit candles. “Then there would be the gifts underneath for the kids,” Schwalbe said. “Not necessarily that parents exchanged with each

other or with anyone else. It was more based on just for the kids.” On Christmas Day, families celebrated with extended family such as grandparents, and Dec. 26 was called the second Christmas Day, Schwalbe said. “And you just continued, and you got together with other family that you hadn’t seen yet, or with friends, something like that,” Schwalbe said. “So it was a longer celebration, but Christmas Eve was just for the immediate family.” The document stated that Christmas celebrations in the Dutch or Flemish-speaking parts of Belgium don’t start until the night of Christmas Eve. “Since the celebration doesn’t start until Christmas night, the Christmas decorations are prepared just a few days before Christmas, or on Christmas Eve,” the document stated. It was also noted that the Christmas tree, which is of German origin, didn’t become popular until after World War I. On the night of Christmas Eve, families gather around a crib, light candles and sing Christmas carols, the document stated. The family would also attend midnight mass. Schwalbe and Callebaut both mentioned

going to midnight mass growing up. “Upon their return from church, all are seated at the table to enjoy raisin bread and hot chocolate and, in some places, sausage rolls,” the document stated. “Before Christmas Day, married sons and daughters may drop in with their children to join in the family dinner.” Gift exchanging, except for practical gifts, was left for New Year’s Day. Callebaut said he would write and read letters to his parents, godparents and grandparents. “And when you’re done reading your letter, you got some money and some sweets and then you got a gift for New Year’s,” Callebaut said. In German culture, Christmas treats include Lebkuchen, a chocolate covered ginger cookie, which traces its origins back to Nuremberg, Germany. Belgian sweets include lukken on New Year’s Day. They also have marzipan and speculaas. In Norway, “cheerful decorating, house cleaning, baking and decorating” is done before “peace of Christmas” that started on Christmas Eve. The cleaning, baking and decorating had a deeper meaning to it. “Then quiet reigned, ’lest the spirits be attracted by loud noises or be offended by

the sight of someone working,” the documents stated. According to visitoslo.com, on the evening of Dec. 23, some families will eat a hot rice pudding called risengrynsgrøt. There is a single almond hidden in the batch of the pudding and whoever finds it gets a marzipan pig. In Finland, according to the documents, Christmas is called Joulu and church services begin at dawn on Christmas Day. After church, many people visit family graves and “place burning candles in memory of loved ones” the documents said. “Then they race home for the Christmas meal of suckling pig with Lingenberry relish, turnip, liver and vegetable casseroles and other favorite foods,” the documents read. “For dessert, a rice pudding is served with a single almond.” Both Schwalbe and Callebaut said they hope future generations carry on their cultural family traditions. “I sure do,” Callebaut said. “My godchildren, for Christmas they get an ornament. I try to encourage them to celebrate Christmas. It’s a family thing.” Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.

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first year it was up for grabs in 2016, but the Spartans have been unable to retrieve it since. Despite who might come out on top in the matchup, both coaches said the impact that the game makes for both programs is immeasurable. “Having an opportunity to play in the greatest rivalry in college hockey in an NHL building is exciting for our program,” Michigan State head coach Adam Nightingale said in a press release. “Michigan State-Michigan brings out the best in both programs, and playing the game in front of 19,000 fans creates an atmosphere that is unmatched. I have great memories of the games we played at Joe Louis Arena when I was a player, and we are appreciative that Little Caesars Arena and Ilitch Sports + Entertainment continues to give us this platform to showcase college hockey in the city of Detroit.” “There’s nothing quite like the environment at Little Caesars Arena when Michigan and Michigan State play for the ‘Iron D’ trophy,” Michigan head coach Brandon Naurato said in a press release. “It marks not only an important game for the players and the league but for every sports fan in the state. Our program takes great pride in our Michi-

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University of Michigan forward Kienan Draper holds the “Iron D” Trophy after a 4-3 win over Michigan State University on Feb. 11 at Little Caesars Arena. gan roots, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who makes this game possible. We can’t wait to once again provide an unforgettable experience for everyone.” Tickets are on sale at 313Presents.com or Ticketmaster.com starting at $25. For more information, visit 313Presents.com. Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.

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are steadily becoming more educated, as about 60% of the county’s residents hold a degree, certificate or another type of postsecondary education. On fiscal stability, Hackel praised the county for having a balanced budget for 13 years in a row and maintaining an AA+ bond rating. His comments about supporting defense in the county were well received by U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Matthew Brancato, commander of the 127th Wing at Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Harrison Township. “(Hackel) is very supportive of our future, so my perspective on it is we have a ton of talent and experience that we want to make sure has a future at Selfridge,” Brancato said at the Taste of Macomb reception event. “The engagement and support we get from the community is very important to our fight for a future fighter mission. … I’ve never been in a base with more community support than here in Macomb County.” The jail upgrades were received positively by Clinton Township Clerk Kim Melt-

zer. While located in Mount Clemens, the jail is on the border between the county seat and Clinton Township. “I think it’s a service to our county as a whole so it will be a benefit to Clinton Township,” Meltzer said. “I like the fact it didn’t cost the taxpayer any extra dollars … we’re not going to see any type of millage increase on our taxes, so in that regard I think that’s a very good plus and benefit.” Harrison Township Supervisor Ken Verkest had a positive outlook on Hackel’s remarks, making an observation on his long tenure as county executive being a stabilizing factor for planning. “I think some of the things that we’re seeing happen are the result of consistent leadership in the county executive office in excess of a decade,” Verkest said. “You can form a plan, you can put things in place and you can execute it. I think a lot of it is due to Mark’s leadership and I think he’s doing a great job.” Mount Clemens Mayor Laura Kropp was pleased with Hackel’s address, drawing a connection between the county’s growth and Mount Clemens’ own. “The county itself is growing and Mount Clemens, for the first time in many years, is seeing exponential growth from

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DEC. 20-23

Holiday market: Shop for gifts and décor by more than 100 Michigan fine artists and crafters, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (open until 8 p.m. Dec. 21), Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place in Mount Clemens, theartcenter.org

DEC. 21

Swingin’ In The Season: Performance by Rhythm Society Orchestra, 6:30-9 p.m., The War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Drive in Grosse Pointe Farms, warmemorial.org/event calendar Winter Solstice Hike & Bonfire: Also craft and stories, for ages 12 and older, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive in Shelby Township, RSVP to (586) 323-2478

DEC. 23

Comic and toy show: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (early bird 9 a.m.), VFW Bruce Post #1146, 28404 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, dawnofcollectors@gmail.com

DEC. 23-24

Expo Michigan Holiday and Crafters Marketplace: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 23 and noon-6 p.m. Dec. 24, Lakeside Mall, 14000 Lakeside Circle in Sterling Heights, free but nonperishable food donations for Gleaners Community Food Bank encouraged, EXPOMichigan.com

DEC. 28

ICE SKATING

• 5-8 p.m. Fridays, noon-8 p.m. Saturdays and noon-7 p.m. Sundays (except Dec. 31) until end of February, Warren City Square, One City Square, (586) 268-8400, facebook.com/Warrenparks • 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sundays, noon-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, noon-10 p.m. Fridays and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays through February, Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road in Sterling Heights, see adjusted hours, closures and theme nights at sterlingheights.gov/1650/Dodge-Park-Ice-Rink

Kids Night = Parent’s Night Out: For ages 6-12, 6-9 p.m., Sterling Heights Nature Center, 42700 Utica Road, register at (586) 446-2710

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• 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (break from 3-4 p.m.) Dec. 20-23 and 9 a.m.4 p.m. (break from 1-2 p.m.) Dec. 24, The Mall at Partridge Creek, 17420 Hall Road in Clinton Township, www.shoppartridge creek.com

Narwhal & Jelly Party: For grades K-3, 11 a.m., Clinton-Macomb Public Library - North Branch, 54100 Broughton Road in Macomb Township, register at (586) 226-5083, cmpl.org

• 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (break from 3-4 p.m.) Dec. 20, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (breaks from 3-4 p.m.) Dec. 21-23 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (break from 1-1:45 p.m.) Dec. 24, Lakeside Mall, 14000 Lakeside Circle in Sterling Heights, www.shop-lakesidemall.com

DEC. 29

Noon Year’s Eve Party: Balloon drop, photo opportunities, refreshments and more, 11 a.m.-noon, Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., rosevillelibrary.org, (586) 445-5407

• 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (breaks from 1-1:30 and 4-5 p.m.) Dec. 20-23 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (break from 1-1:30 p.m.) Dec. 24, Macomb Mall, 32233 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, www.shopmacombmall. com

DEC. 31

NYE Kids Bash: Activities, entertainment, pizza and more, 4-9 p.m., The Discovery Center of Macomb, 54 Cherry St. in Mount Clemens, discoverymacomb.org

JAN. 12

Rumours: Fleetwood Mac tribute, 7:30 p.m., Macomb Center for the Perfoming Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garﬁeld Road in Clinton Township, macombcenter.com

JAN. 12 & 14

Auditions for ‘Rogers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella:

Youth Edition’: For ages 7-18 (all who audition get a role), 6-7:30 p.m. and 7:30-9 p.m., Owen Jax Recreation Center, 8207 E. Nine Mile Road in Warren, warrencivic.org

JAN. 13

Ruben & Clay: Hear Ruben Studdard and Clay Aiken, 7:30 p.m., Macomb Center for the Perfoming Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garﬁeld Road in Clinton Township, macombcenter.com

ONGOING

Tunnel of Lights: Open daily from 5-9 p.m. until Jan. 14, Blossom Heath Park, 24800 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, facebook.com/stclairshoresparksandrecreation

‘9 to 5 - The Musical’: Presented by Grosse Pointe Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 26-28 and Jan. 31-Feb. 4, Pierce Middle School, 15430 Kercheval Ave. in Grosse Pointe Park, gpt.org, (313) 881-4004

Home for the Holidays: Self-guided tour of Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, also free hot cocoa, weekends until Dec. 30, 1100 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores, fordhouse.org/events

Drive-thru food banks: 2-4 p.m. every second and fourth Fridays of month, Covenant Missions Food Bank, 28491 Utica Road in Roseville, open to community and no appointment needed, erchamber.com

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Karmanos Cancer Institute shares lung cancer facts

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Museum hosts holiday drop-in hours

DAISY SCOUTS COLLECTS TOYS FOR TOTS

ROCHESTER HILLS — Daisy Scout Troop 77820, which includes 20 first-graders at Long Meadow Elementary, recently partnered with North Oakland County Toys for Tots to host a multi-neighborhood toy drive after reading about how donations to the organization had declined the last few years. Organizers said they hoped the collection would make it convenient for those in the neighborhood to donate, give the Daisies a chance to help other kids, and introduce community service as part of earning their “be a sister to every Girl Scout” petal. The Daisies distributed flyers about the toy drive to their neighbors by going door to door with physical copies and working with their parents to post on neighborhood social media pages. When a neighbor had an item to donate, the girls would go pick it up. Altogether, they collected 565 items from their neighbors to donate to Toys for Tots.

ROCHESTER HILLS — The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm is open for drop-in hours noon-3 p.m., with a guided tour of the Van Hoosen farmhouse at 1 p.m., Dec. 23, and 27-30. The 1840 Van Hoosen farmhouse is decorated with boughs of holly, old Christmas cards, family gifts, community cookbooks and a 10-foot Christmas tree. People will also find the seasonal interactive “All Aboard: Model Railroad Exhibit!” on display in the calf barn. Included with admission is a guided tour of the farmhouse and Red House, access to all exhibits, and a self-guided tour of the bull barn, the milk house, the equipment barn and Stoney Creek Cemetery. The event is free for museum members, $5 for adults, and $3 for seniors and students. No registration is required.

STATEWIDE — The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, along with cancer centers and other organizations nationwide, recognized November as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is the second-most common cancer, not including skin cancer. For women, breast cancer is more common, while prostate cancer is the most common cancer for men. The institute shared the following statistics about lung cancer. • About 238,340 new cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed in 2023. • About 127,070 deaths will result from lung cancer in 2023. • Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among both men and women. • Lung cancer is responsible for about 1 in 5 of all cancer deaths. • Each year, more people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. • The yearly number of lung cancer deaths is declining. The estimated number of deaths in 2022 was 130,180. • The chance that a man will develop lung cancer in his lifetime is about 1 in 16. A woman’s lifetime chance of developing lung cancer is about 1 in 17. • Around 80% of lung cancer deaths are thought to be a result of smoking. To learn more about lung cancer screening at Karmanos, visit karmanos.org/lungcancerscreening.

UTICA DEDICATES PURPLE HEART TRAIL

UTICA — On Veterans Day, the city of Utica honored Purple Heart recipients and dedicated the Utica Purple Heart Trail at the American Legion Post 351, 46146 Cass Ave. The Purple Heart Trail is a nationwide effort to pay tribute to those who have been awarded the Purple Heart medal with sections of roads dedicated to them. Signs are placed along the roads where elected leaders have designated part of the trail. Find more information at purpleheart.org/purplehearttrail. Mayor Gus Calandrino on his Facebook page called the dedication one of his “proudest moments” as mayor. Many local elected officials were present for the ceremony.

Troy High class raises money for nonprofit

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TROY — The Troy High personal communications class recently held its annual dodgeball tournament for charity supporting Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard’s Police Athletic League program, which builds positive relationships through recreation, mentoring and sports. Competition was fierce, with the senior team declaring victory, and the event raised $14,500 for the kids at PAL. “Sports helps with competition, etiquette, confidence, teamwork, and gives them an opportunity to come here and just be kids and play,” Bouchard said in a press release. “The volunteers at PAL deeply believe that opportunities for relationship-building and high-quality sports should be available to everyone. No fine print, no asterisk, no exceptions; that’s what they stand by, and that’s why Troy High School’s Personal Communications class chose them this year as the recipient.” PAL’s goals are to provide more opportunities for young women in sports, to double the number of children served, to develop young athletes so they develop a lifelong love of being active, and to be sure every child has access to a caring coach, and the chance to belong.

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