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CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Clinton Township Board of Trustees approved a merger of the township’s Recreation Department and senior center operations at its Dec. 22 meeting. Approved unanimously amid a packed board chamber at the Robert J. Cannon Civic Center, the merger aims to reduce

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FRASER RECEIVES CLEAN AUDIT BY ALYSSA OCHSS

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FRASER — At its final meeting of 2025, the Fraser City Council received a clean audit report from the contracted firm of Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Advisors. According to the presentation at the meeting on Dec. 11 by Alan

Panter, a principal with Yeo & Yeo, the city’s audit was given an “unmodified opinion,” which is the highest level of assurance that everything was filed correctly. The fiscal year goes from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. “That’s why your expenditures are a little higher this year and your fund balance went down,” Panter

said. “But that was a planned spending of the fund balance there.” He started off the presentation by stating the audit went very well. “The city was very well prepared when we arrived and we were able to complete our audit procedures efficiently,” Panter said. He acknowledged last year’s auSee AUDIT on page 12A

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Parkway Christian High School seniors Kailey Chapa, left, Luke Cannistraci and Hope Woolman rehearse a scene from the upcoming production of “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Enchanted Edition).” Photo by Gary Winkelman

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STERLING HEIGHTS — The stage is set for a trio of high school seniors to close out their student theater careers in a special way. In a scene that’s literally been building since kindergarten, longtime classmates Hope Woolman, Luke Cannistraci and Kailey Chapa are playing the lead roles in Parkway Christian High School’s January production of “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Enchanted Edition).” The show is a retelling of the classic fairy tale fea-

turing uplifting themes of hope, dreams and kindness along with more nuanced characters than those found in the familiar Disney cartoon version. For example, Woolman’s Cinderella oozes confidence and optimism, rather than being a timid soul in need of rescuing. “In some portrayals of the Cinderella story, she’s seen as this girl that’s living such a miserable life, but I feel like one really cool thing about her character is she just takes life for what it is,” said Woolman, 17, of Macomb Township. “She is so happy and so filled with joy and excitement about the life that she has, because that See THEATER on page 16A

Detroit Auto Show brings new, returning experiences to Huntington Place this month BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com

DETROIT — Engines, innovation and interactive experiences will return this month as the Detroit Auto Show takes over Huntington Place. This year, among multiple interactive exhibits, the auto show is introducing the Visit Detroit Interactive Experience, an immersive, family-friendly showcase located in the atrium of Huntington Place. A press release from organizers of the auto show states that the exhibit is aimed at sparking curiosity, creativity and career inspiration for the next generation of automotive and mobility leaders. “Serving as a high-energy and family-fun gateway into the show, the new atrium activation reflects Detroit’s role as a global hub for mobility, technology and innovation — while intentionally creating hands-on entry points for young people to see themselves in the future of the auto industry,” the release states. According to the release, the exhibit offers guests of all ages an opportunity to explore real-world science and engineering concepts, hands-on coding and problem-solving, augmented and virtual reality-based technician training and more. AddiSee AUTO SHOW on page 11A

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The Detroit Auto Show will return to Huntington Place in downtown Detroit Jan. 14-25, with the public show running Jan. 17-25.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP MAN ARRAIGNED FOR ROBBERY BY DEAN VAGLIA

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ST. CLAIR SHORES — A man from Clinton Township was arraigned in the 40th District Court on Jan. 6 for a robbery that occurred in December. Anthony Patterson is accused of having committed an armed robbery on Dec. 12, 2025, at the Advance America cash advance store in St. Clair Shores. Patterson is ac-

cused of having ordered two employees and a customer to the ground with a handgun and taking money from cash drawers and a cash box. The charges include two counts of armed robbery, one count of felonious assault and three felony weapons charges. Patterson also reportedly has a habitual offender-third offense notice, which would be an aggravating factor if convicted and sentenced on the latest charges. An arraignment was conducted by

Judge Mark Fratarcangeli, who assigned Patterson a $1.5 million bond with a GPS tether required if released. Patterson is currently lodged in the Macomb County Jail. He reportedly elected to have a court-appointed attorney represent him, though one had not been named as of Jan. 7. A probable cause conference was scheduled before Judge Joseph Oster in the 40th District Court on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 8:30

a.m. and a preliminary exam was tentatively set for Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 8:30 a.m. “The allegations in this matter are extremely serious,” Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a press release. “Armed robbery is a violent crime that will not be tolerated in Macomb County. My office will pursue this case with the determination it deserves.” Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT PAINTS THE PLOW

FRASER — On Dec. 19, middle school student Ruby Magnotte presented her painted plow to city officials and members of the Fraser Public Schools staff. Richards Middle School was chosen this year by the Macomb County Department of Roads to paint a plow. The art students at the middle school submitted their designs to the county and the roads department staff voted on the designs. Magnotte was the winner. Magnotte is photographed second from right with Gigi Gianmmara, Blake Brasure, Amdalynn Hill and Julia Berninger, who helped her paint the plow.

ADVANCING MACOMB ADDS PROGRAM, ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGERS

MOUNT CLEMENS — The Advancing Macomb nonprofit announced on Dec. 17 that it added Nyesha Motley as program manager and SeRena Chambers as administrative manager. According to a release, Motley comes to Advancing Macomb with a background in program management and community engagement with years of experience leading outreach initiatives, managing teams and strengthening partnerships to support families and communities. Motley’s previous experience includes roles with the Women, Infants & Children program and United Way for Southeastern Michigan. Motley will oversee Advancing Macomb’s advisory services and grantmaking initiatives, assisting nonprofits with finding resources and building the organizational capacity needed for success. Motley Chambers Chambers comes to Advancing Macomb with extensive experience in nonprofit management and professional development. Her previous roles include working with the Michigan Minority Business Development Council, where she served as a professional development administrator, supporting various administrative functions including all professional development initiatives. Her work received two certificates of tribute from the governor of Michigan. “Together, Nyesha and SeRena bring the talent and energy needed to sustain Advancing Macomb’s momentum and deepen our community impact,” Advancing Macomb Executive Director Phil Gilchrist said in a press release. “We are thrilled to have them join our team.”

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FRASER — The Blue Jean Ball is coming up at the Vintage House on Feb. 7. The event goes from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and eventgoers can enjoy drinks, food, raffles and more. Tickets are $55 per person and can be purchased online at fraserfirst.com. To find out more about the sponsorship levels, go to the Fraser First Booster Club’s website. The Vintage House is located at 31816 Utica Road.

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How many gas stations are enough? BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com

WARREN — A move by the Warren Planning Commission to discuss plans for another gas station has residents asking the question: Does Warren have too many? At the Planning Commission’s Dec. 15 meeting, commissioners saw site plans to bring a Speedway gas station and convenience store to the northeast corner of the intersection of Mound and 13 Mile roads, the current site of The Gazebo Banquet Center. Cecil St. Pierre, an attorney representing the project’s proposers, said the owner of the banquet center, Michael Weigand, is planning to retire. “This isn’t just about Speedway, it’s about Mike Weigand and the Gazebo that he’s done for 51 years, in order for him to try to make a retirement for himself,” he said. During the discussion, St. Pierre said commissioners couldn’t deny the request just based on the number of gas stations already existing in the city. “I know there’s been some complaints about this being here … but the number of gas stations is not something in which you can deny this site plan. That’s just not in the ordinance, or is a valid reason,” he said. “Just like if there’s four car washes next to each other and they’re all in a (C-3 zone), they can go in.” Before the Planning Commission voted, four residents spoke against the project during the public comment portion of the discussion. Weigand also took the opportunity to defend his decision. “It’s a tough time out there for businesses, and this is a good opportunity for me

to go into retirement and do what I need to do for my family,” he said. Ultimately, the Planning Commission voted to postpone the discussion until its Jan. 12 meeting. “I’d like to make a motion that we postpone until we can go through this, the traffic study and everything else, with a finetoothed comb,” said Planning Commissioner Andrey Duzyj. “I heard what people were saying, and I appreciate Mr. Weigand being here, but I’m really not a big fan of this development. I don’t think it fits.”

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WARREN — Warren officials are asking the state to step in after sewage overflows from Oakland County continue to send lightly treated wastewater through the city and into the Clinton River. At the City Council’s Dec. 16 meeting, council members voted to adopt a resolution asking the state to address the need to eliminate combined sewer overflows into Warren and Macomb County from the George W. Kuhn Retention Treatment Basin in Oakland County. “Whereas, for decades, the George W. Kuhn Drainage District, consisting of 14 communities in southeast Oakland County, has repeatedly allowed combined sewer overflows, which have discharged enormous quantities of lightly treated sewage, including particulate matter, into the Red Run Drain through Macomb County,” the resolution states. A combined sewer overflow occurs when a mix of untreated sewage and stormwater discharges directly into rivers, lakes or oceans as the sewer system becomes overwhelmed during heavy rains. According to an August press release from the Macomb County Public Works Office, overflows from the basin and raw sewage from the Dequindre Interceptor discharge into the Red Run at the outfall of the basin at Dequindre Road north of 13 Mile Road, which borders the two counties. It then is discharged into the Clinton River, which flows into Lake St. Clair.

The item was added to the Warren City Council’s Dec. 16 agenda by Councilman Gary Boike. “The resolution was prepared to show our alliance to other Macomb County communities, that we’re not going to sit back and let Oakland County dump stormwater when it reaches a certain level,” he said. In recent years, the city of Warren has taken steps to ensure the city’s drinking water remains safe despite the discharges from Oakland County. Those steps include the construction of a new detention basin on Stephens Road, north of Nine Mile Road and east of Schoenherr Road. In September, the city awarded a $110.3 million bid for a dewatering and incineration improvement project. The city also instituted a cross-connection control program aiming to protect the city’s public water distribution system by eliminating potential sources of contamination. The city of Warren operates its own Waste Water Treatment Plant near 14 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue. While initially it wasn’t a Macomb County problem, Boike said it became one due to the damage caused by the discharges from Oakland County. The resolution asks the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy to regulate the permits that allows Oakland County to discharge “exorbitant amounts of water through the drain,” Boike said. In addition to denying the permits to Oakland County, the resolution asks that funds from state grants that would have been given to Oakland County be redirected toward financing improvements to eliminate combined sewer over-

According to an August press release from the Macomb County Public Works Office, overflows from the basin and raw sewage from the Dequindre Interceptor discharge into the Red Run at the outfall of the basin at Dequindre Road north of 13 Mile Road, which borders the two counties. It then is discharged into the Clinton River, which flows into Lake St. Clair. Photo by Brian Wells

flows, including making improvements along the Red Run in Warren. “We’re asking our state to look at us and recognize us, that we could use some of the money, too, so that we could make sure that the drain operates properly and were not getting contaminants coming down through our city,” Boike said. The City Council voted unanimously to accept the resolution, making Warren the last city in the county to enact such a resolution, Boike said. Water being discharged from Oakland County into Macomb County has drawn repeated scrutiny from Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller. See SEWAGE on page 13A

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stated three out of the five years, revenue exceeded expenditures and that this fiscal year, the overall the fund balance is up to around $13 million. The previous year, a $3.9 million pension grant given by the state was recorded in city records as both a revenue and an expenditure. It came into the general fund and went to the pension fund, pushing up the numbers last year. This year, the graph shows the expenditures being a little higher and Panter explained that around $4 million was transferred out and around $3 million was transferred to a street improvement fund. At the end of the presentation, Mayor Michael Lesich thanked the finance department and its team. He stated he’s been there for 10 years and said last year was good. “This was the shortest presentation I’ve read in 10 years,” Lesich said. Mayor Pro Tem O’Dell also thanked the finance team and Bansal, saying this is huge for the city. “We’re going to be budgeting soon and it’s great to know that the numbers are good that we can make those decisions on and not have surprises that can really throw us for a loop,” O’Dell said. He said it’s a true testament to the work of the finance department. “We put you to the task and you fulfilled it,” O’Dell said. “So keep it up and we appreciate it.” Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.

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because she’s a nurse and one of the younger nurses at the hospital, she has some insecurities. I feel like I can relate to that, too.” Finding common ground with the mostly middle-aged cast was a challenge all of the core cast had to face, but Frank Abagnale Sr.’s actor, senior Adam Ciaramitaro, found the challenge to be a rewarding one. “I feel like I have grown as a performer because it has allowed me to step out of my previous acting and try something new with this character,” Ciaramitaro said. The legacy of “Catch Me If You Can” is long and recent enough that cast members had an idea of the show’s scope before it was announced. Many, like AJ Denomme, a senior playing FBI agent Carl Hanratty, first learned about the show through an acting workshop, while others came to Abagnale Jr.’s exploits through the movie.

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9.86 square miles and a population of about 48,000. That amounts to 6.88 gas stations per 10,000 residents, or 3.35 per square mile. Eastpointe, which covers 5.4 square miles and has a population of about 34,000, has 17 gas stations, according to city Economic Development Manager Ian McCain. That gives Eastpointe five gas stations per 10,000 residents and 3.15 per square mile. Nearby Sterling Heights has 31 gas stations, according to City Planner Jake Parcell. Census projections show a 2024 population of 134,342 and a geographic size of 37 square miles. That results in 2.31 gas stations per 10,000 residents and 0.84 per square mile. Overall, the data shows that despite having the highest raw number of gas stations, Warren has fewer gas stations per square mile than neighboring Eastpointe and Roseville. Warren also trails several communities in gas stations per 10,000 residents, including Ros-

of these bigger stations,” he said. “So you get a few that close and a few that open.” In December, Roseville voted to implement a 180-day moratorium against car washes and gas stations. As the city continues to update ordinances to match the master plan, Bommarito said Warren might do the same. “I think as they’re doing that, they’re

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eville and Mount Clemens, which has 6.46 gas stations per 10,000 residents and 2.38 per square mile. Tom Bommarito, Warren’s director of community, economic and downtown development, said traffic through the city — in particular, on the major roads such as Mound Road and Gratiot Avenue — is a driving factor in the number of gas stations in the city. “Part of it is just a market-driven thing that we have. The Van Dyke corridor, Mound corridor, is heavily traveled,” he said. “It’s 40 (thousand), 50,000 cars a day. That’s a lot of traffic. People want to go where there’s density.” Another draw to the city is the influx of people who come to Warren from surrounding communities during the day for work, Bommarito said. He added that he hasn’t seen a large increase in the number of gas stations in the city over the last few years. “To me, it’s been flatlined. Some have closed in different areas, and it might be empty for several years, and they piece together the property next to it and build one

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to stop their discharges into the Red Run Drain, Macomb County has spent over $100 million to stop our discharges into Lake St. Clair, and yet Oakland County can’t do anything to stop their discharges,” she said. “If they really cared about a regional approach to improving water quality, they could certainly do something.” Call Staff Writer Brian Wells at (248) 291-7637.

In April 2025, Miller sent a letter to EGLE in an attempt to bring attention to the issue while they were reviewing the drain’s permit renewal. However, in August, the permit was renewed. New regulations applied to the basin

in a statement in August. During one discharge in April that occurred following intense storms, 820 million gallons of untreated combined sewer overflow and 1.2 million gallons of sanitary sewer overflow were released. Miller said she appreciates Warren’s efforts to help stop the discharge of treated and untreated sewage into the Red Run. “Warren has spent over $90 million

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through the permit fail to improve water quality and reduce the frequency and duration of CSO’s, Miller said. “The permit does not mandate (the George W. Kuhn basin) make any improvements within required or meaningful timelines. Additionally, the permit now incredibly gives (the George W. Kuhn basin) more time than originally proposed to only study, but not correct their problems,” Miller said

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the costs of running the departments as separate entities. The plan for the merger as developed by professional services firm Plante Moran would be to create the “Senior and Family Recreation Department” run by a single managing director while two assistant directors would respectively manage activities associated with the former Recreation Department and the Clinton Township Senior Adult Life Center. The move is expected to save the township $203,000 per year and bring the operation of its senior and recreation activities in line with how they are handled by surrounding communities. “The intent is to create a streamlined (department),” Township Supervisor Paul Gieleghem said. “One director, assistant director of each unit. We did something similar with public works, public services and the Water and Sewer Department and when we did that, we found there were a great many administrative efficiencies that could be created … Our intention is to streamline the

administration, maintain the departments as close to what they are but figure out how we can expand opportunities to provide more services, possibly keep the facility open longer than just 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.” One change made between the final approved agreement and the document included in the meeting packet was to prioritize internal hires, bringing that process in line with the township’s policies and providing a layer of security for current employees. “I think it’s important to prioritize the people, the employees that work for us (and) already have that commitment to our community,” Township Clerk Kim Meltzer said. “They should be honored and respected and allowed to apply for those positions, should they wish to have them, first.” One of the biggest issues the merger will face is the possible expanded use of the senior center gym, which was built with federal funds that restrict its use to be a senioronly space. Gieleghem mentioned that the gym has been used for elections and other township activities in the past. While changes to programming are not

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Trustees also approved changing the township’s Freedom of Information Act coordinator as its current coordinator, Jack Dolan of York, Dolan & Tomlinson PC, aimed to retire. The firm’s name was changed to Tomlinson & McGrail, PLLC and the new FOIA coordinator for the township is Linda McGrail. Meltzer and Township Treasurer Mike Aiello voted against the change, Meltzer preferring to have the legal services contract put out to bid rather than retain the new, renamed firm. Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.

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Welcome to Agape Massage Therapy and Chiropractic, a great place to take a sore and stiff wore down body. Professional well trained massage therapists are waiting to offer a soothing combination of relaxation and therapeutic massage techniques. A variety of different massages are available: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Aromatherapy, Hydrotherapy, Sports, and Pre Natal. The pricing is incredible! An hour swedish massage is only $39, with periodic special offers that lower the price to $19.50 per hour: truly a phenominal offer! Deep tissue and sports massage tally in at $49 per hour with occasional pricing discounts as low as $24.50 hour. Special offers usually will allow you to stock up with pre-purchased massages for yourself but they are also great gift ideas! Truly a wonderful place to allow yourself to pause for an hour from the hustle and bustle of life. Dr. Stasio offering his services for 30 years now is back from a successful shoulder surgery and he is open to see patients 6 days a week (SundaysFridays). As a token of appreciation and to celebrate 30 years of practicing, Dr. Stasio is offering a special where the initial visit is completely free for new or returning patients, that’s right, free! Consultation, exam, hot or cold pack application, localized brief massage to areas being treated from a licensed massage therapist, traction if needed, and an adjustment! Patients can be seen as walk-ins since no appointments are required! Dr. Stasio’s as a lifetime Marvel fan has decked out his office with Marvel decor, bringing a colorful and fun look to the chiropractic portion of the office. “Suffering from back or neck pain, headaches, numbness, stiffness, or soreness? Come on in and let’s see what we can do for you!” Says a smiling Dr. Stasio. Visit us at 40410 Hayes, Clinton Twp., or call 586-4646-0053. 0289-2603

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with the Lego CEO and founder. They also completed a week of training. They were required to give a presentation as to why they wanted to own such a business and also spent a few days working in the company’s flagship store. “It was pretty intense,” Cara said. “It’s a risk. The biggest challenge has been getting the word out. People are still finding us for the first time. Every market is different. What sells in one market may not sell in another market.” The owners continue to come up with new ideas as the business grows. Bricks & Minifigs Novi, for instance, will participate in National Lego Day on Jan. 28. Cara suggests customers check on the store’s social media pages — Facebook, X and Instagram — for updates. “Star Wars” is probably the biggest seller. The botanical flower themes, superheroes, “Lord of the Rings” and Friends sets also are popular. Cara said that many people come in to build their own creations or sometimes find missing pieces from a set they already own.

‘I knew I had to keep going’

In the summer of 2025, Mariah Moore fulfilled a longtime ambition of opening up her own business called EverCare Home Health. The virtual office is located in Bloomfield Hills and provides home health care services throughout metro Detroit. Moore always had an interest in helping others. She started caregiving when attending Ferris State University. After graduating from college in 2011, she worked for Child Protective Services in Michigan but also continued with caregiving on the side. At first it was to make extra money, but then Moore discovered how much she enjoyed working as a caregiver. “I worked for different agencies in metro Detroit,” Moore said. “I knew I loved it.” She eventually left CPS. In 2023, the budding entrepreneur decided it was time to open up her own home health care business. She wasn’t sure how to get started but met a mentor who offered a number of tips to help in the beginning. Moore paid attention to every detail to make sure she was on the right path to opening EverCare Home Health. “She taught me how to do it from beginning to end,” Moore said. “She went over everything with me.” That included putting together a business plan, setting policies and procedures, and registering as an LLC business. EverCare Home

Health offers a number of nonmedical services including dressing, bathing, companionship, light housekeeping, and transportation for doctor’s appointments and running errands. Currently, Moore has 10 caregivers on staff and four clients. One strategy Moore uses to find new clients is to pay a company for referral leads. “The most challenging part was finding clients in the beginning. No one was calling. It was disappointing,” she said. “I knew I had to keep going. It took about two months to find my first client. It seemed like it was never going to happen.” Moore makes sure to get to know the clients and their families to find out what the needs are. Some clients receive short-term care while others need long-term care. One client is receiving care 24 hours a day, seven days a week. “I stay involved so families feel comfortable contacting me,” she said. “We have to make sure the caregivers are reliable.” While Moore is “glad my company is a little bit smaller,” she does have plans to expand in the future. She would like to add more 24/7 clients and offer medical care. She knows the hard work involved in operating her own business, and she is willing to put in the time. “I want to continue to grow, and I still want to be able to have good relationships with

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Mariah Moore is a new business owner. In the summer of 2025, she opened up her own business, EverCare Home Health, to provide non-medical home health aid to families. The virtual office, located in Bloomfield Hills, provides home health care services throughout metro Detroit. each family,” Moore said. “I never thought I would have my own company. Focusing on my company full time is the most rewarding part. I truly enjoy it. I am doing what I love.” Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.

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is really who she is. She loves what she has. She’s very imaginative, and I think that it’s super fun to portray that on stage.” Woolman and her co-stars, Cannistraci and Chapa, are veterans of Parkway’s robust theater program, acting in school productions from middle school on and classmates since kindergarten. Taking their final bows together in the lead roles is a capstone they are savoring. “I love it,” Woolman said. “It’s so fun, especially Chapa because we’ve not only been acting together and going to school together, but it’s been really cool to watch each other not just grow as actors but as people. … The three of us did start theater at the same time, so it’s definitely something that’s been really special.” Cannistraci, 17, of St. Clair Shores, who plays Prince Christopher, agreed. “It’s a really rewarding thing. A full circle thing,” he said. “I’ve seen them grow in their acting and their talents in all the different roles we’ve played together. It’s a very cool

experience to be able to have grown up with two people that I would consider like family.” Chapa, who plays the Stepmother, said being involved in theater at Parkway is special because of the bonds participants forge and the teamwork that goes into putting on a show. “We support each other, and our director, Ms. Mer, she’s amazing,” Chapa, 17, of Clinton Township said. “She definitely knows what we’re capable of and she pulls that out of us. … She uplifts us.” Ms. Mer is MaryEllen Renne, theater director and Parkway Christian School’s head of the Fine Arts Department. “I try to encourage my students, as actors, to dig deep into the backstory of their character. What motivates their character to be like they are,” she said. “So why is the stepmother so bitter toward Cinderella? Is it because she really doesn’t like her because she’s not a nice person? Well, that’s not it. The stepmother is sad and angry that her husband died and has now left her to care for a house. … She sees the dad in Cinderella. So it’s a constant reminder of where her life currently is. But instead of choosing to see the good in it, or the positive, the way Cinderella does, she chooses to be bitter about it.” Renne, a Sterling Heights resident

who’s been at Parkway for a dozen years, wiped tears from the corner of her eyes while reflecting on Chapa, Cannistraci and Woolman. Her voice choked as she described witnessing the students develop as people and performers. “They have been with me for a very long time, so we have grown together,” she said. “They have helped this program grow through their tenacity, their consistency, their determination and their grace. … They love Jesus, which is always a plus for me because that’s the core of where we always go. The three of them live by faith. They live their faith in an outward way that inspires me to want to do that as well. I have always said at the end of each show, they do make me a better person.” Cannistraci said he believes faith helps Parkway theater productions stand out. “We as a theater department are a very sincere group. We try to do everything to the best of our abilities, and we’re always trying to improve and see where we can grow,” he said. “And I feel that putting God in the center of it, for us, since we are a Christian school, has helped shape the way we do things and the outcomes of our shows. I feel like it’s allowed us to be able to grow as people and as actors and actresses.” Chapa, likewise, said religion is a key

component of a successful Parkway show. “God is first, last and everything in between in this program,” she said. “We really use Him as a foundation, and we pray all the time. I feel like that really helps and it shows what you see on stage.” Although entertainment and a meaningful message are the culmination of every Parkway production, Renne said theater ultimately teaches students deeper lessons. “It’s not about performance for me, actually, it’s life skills,” she said. “It’s organization. It’s commitment. It’s courage — working through a fear and realizing that you are capable of anything when you put your mind to it. It’s camaraderie, friendships and a realization that we’re each unique and that we each have our own areas of giftedness. And we celebrate that.” “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Enchanted Edition)” runs four performances: 1 and 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23, and 12:30 and 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24. Online tickets are $15 (plus fees) and available at cur8.com/25661/project/133322. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door after online sales close Jan. 22. Parkway Christian School is at 14500 Metropolitan Parkway in Sterling Heights. Call Staff Writer Gary Winkelman at (586) 498-1070.

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