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Suspect apprehended after non-fatal shooting at hospital
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — A 25-year-old resident of Troy was shot in the parking garage of Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital March 20.
At 7:08 a.m., dispatch from the Troy Police Department received a call from Corewell Health Troy security about an “active shooter” in the park-
ing garage. A short time later, responding officers were informed that a victim was being treated near the emergency entrance.
Other law enforcement agencies also responded to the report, with efforts to search and clear the hospital area beginning immediately.
An investigation revealed that the shooting was a targeted incident between two male hospital employees. After the victim pulled into the parking
See SHOOTING on page 17A
Troy School District addresses cellphone use at schools
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — As more schools across the country consider curbing students’ use of cellphones during school days, Troy School District (TSD) Director of Communications and Strategic Initiatives Kendra Montante recently shared how faculty members are addressing this topic.
Recently, according to a report from John Hopkins University, states like Florida, Indiana, Ohio, South Carolina and Louisiana passed laws to ban or restrict cellphones in K-12 schools, while school districts in many other states have implemented policies to limit cellphone use.
According to a John Hopkins University article by Emily Gaines Buchler, research suggests that smartphone use may be fueling the country’s
File photo by Deb Jacques
A hospital employee who shot a co-worker March 20 was apprehended later that same day. Robert Paljusevic, 21, was charged with assault with intent to murder.
File photo by Deb Jacques
Cellphone use at schools was recently addressed by the Troy School District. Bills that would ban cellphone use in schools have been introduced by state representatives.
See CELLPHONE on page 24A
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On My Own of Michigan receives $25,000 grant
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — The Flagstar Foundation awarded $25,000 to On My Own of Michigan’s Independence College to support students’ workforce readiness.
On My Own of Michigan is a Troy-based nonprofit that has been serving the metro Detroit community since 1997, operating programs that aim to empower people with developmental disabilities to obtain the skills necessary to successfully live independently.
The nonprofit provides skill-building experiences, social activities and personalized support to aid hundreds of people with autism, Down syndrome and other cognitive impairments to help them achieve and maintain independence. In 2024 alone, more than 100 people received independent living support from On My Own of Michigan.
“The Foundation is committed to building better communities by helping families prosper,” Flagstar Foundation President Katherine Morgan stated via a press release. “We strive to support organizations providing inclusive workforce readiness opportuni-
Stage Nature Center receives donation for at-risk youth initiative
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — The Stage Nature Center recently received a boost, as 100 Women Who Care donated approximately $6,500 toward the nonprofit’s “Nature-based Mindfulness and Science Experiences for At-Risk Youth” initiative.
As a nonprofit serving Troy and southeast Michigan,100 Women Who Care aims to support other local nonprofit organizations through fundraising efforts.
The Troy Nature Society’s Naturebased Mindfulness and Science Experiences for At-Risk Youth initiative is a project that intends to offer opportunities for at-risk students who might not otherwise have an opportunity to participate in programming that is designed to benefit their academic curriculum, while also introducing them to mindfulness practices that support their mental and physical well-being.
“The TNS Nature-based Mindfulness and Science Experiences for At-Risk
Representatives from 100 Women Who Care presented Stage Nature Center personnel with $6,500 for the center’s “Nature-based Mindfulness and Science Experiences for At-Risk Youth” initiative. In attendance was,Troy Nature Society Executive Director Carla Reeb, 100 Women Who Care co-founder Nancy Hauff, 100 Women Who Care member Gail Cowger, Troy Nature Society Special Events Coordinator Michelle Goyette, and Christina Funk, the lead naturalist for the Troy Nature Center.
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Multistate serial fraud suspect arrested
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — Terrence Harrington, a 40-year-old suspect tied to numerous larceny and fraud cases across multiple states, was apprehended by the Troy Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit, in collaboration with multiple law enforcement agencies.
The Special Investigations Unit consists of officers from the Auburn Hills Police Department, Birmingham Police Department, Bloomfield Township Police Department, Royal Oak Police Department and Troy Police Department. The departments work together in a collaborative, multijurisdictional unit that investigates criminal activity impacting the region.
A press release from the Troy Police Department noted that Harrington is known to travel across state lines, committing financial crimes and theftrelated offenses that originate with thefts from local gym locker rooms.
“The Planet Fitness and LA Fitness in Troy and LA Fitness in Royal Oak were targeted in December of 2024,” a press release from the Troy Police Department states “He is currently a suspect in additional cases in multiple cities in Michigan, as well as Washington, California, and Nevada.”
According to Troy Police Department officer Benjamin Hancock, charges for Harrington’s thefts and fraud were issued in Oakland County. Warrants were also issued for his arrest.
“Our SIU contacted Las Vegas Metro PD advising them of the warrants. LVMPD made the arrest in Las Vegas and Harrington was extradited back to Troy,” Hancock said in an email.
Harrington was extradited from Las Vegas to Michigan on Feb. 21, after the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department recovered evidence linking him to identity theft and credit card fraud.
On Feb. 24, Harrington was arraigned in 52-4 District Court in Troy on four counts
See ARREST on page 21A
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SHREDDING EVENTS SCHEDULED
TROY — Jo + Co Realtors and Cornerstone Community Financial Credit Union have both announced shredding events during the month of April, allowing an opportunity for community members to get rid of important documents or personal papers.
From 9 a.m.-noon April 12, Cornerstone Community Financial will be holding its annual free community shredding event at the Troy Family Aquatic Center, located at 3425 Civic Center Drive.
Drivers may pull into designated drop-off lanes and team members will retrieve the items from the car’s trunk or back seat. This event runs until noon or until the three mobile shred-It trucks are full.
For this event, attendees are encouraged to bring papers containing financial information such as old checks and credit card statements, anything with personal information, such as medical or financial documents, junk mail, expired IDs, credit cards, and documents with account numbers, usernames, passwords, and bills for shredding. These items must be contained in liftable boxes and bags, with a limit of three boxes/bags per car. There will be no onsite sorting.
Also during this event, Cornerstone Community Financial will be accepting pet food and supply donations for Michigan Humane Animal Rescue.
The Jo + Co Realtors event will be held from 10 a.m.-noon April 26 at Smith Middle School, located at 5835 Donaldson Road.
“Whether it’s important documents that are no longer needed or personal papers that need to be safely disposed of, our secure mobile shredding truck can handle the job for FREE,” a press release from Jo + Co Realtors stated.
The event is first-come, first-served until the truck is full. Attendees may bring three full boxes per person.
Jo + Co Realtors will also be collecting monetary donations and new hygiene and cleaning products for ChildSafe of Michigan for families in the foster care program.
For more information, visit ccfinancial.com or realtorjoanna.com.
‘Spring Egg Hunt’ returns to Troy
Historic Village
TROY — Troy Historic Village is inviting families to the “Spring Egg Hunt,” with the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities around the village on April 11 from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and April 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
“This is our fifth year doing an Egg Hunt,” Alex Konieczny, the youth programs director for Troy Historic Village, stated via a press release. “As a parent myself, I like that it’s more laid back and structured, not a big, mad dash for eggs with a hundred other kids. Families will be able to take their time and enjoy exploring around
Troy Cintas facility receives MVPP Star award
TROY — The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) awarded the Troy and Romulus Cintas facilities with the Michigan Voluntary Protection Program (MVPP) Star award. MIOSHA established the MVPP program in 1996 to recognize employers with exemplary safety and health management systems that go above MIOSHA requirements. The MVPP program is open to all qualifying Michigan employers with injury and illness incident rates below the industry average for the past three years. To earn MVPP Star status, companies undergo a rigorous application process, including a comprehensive safety and health program review, site visits and employee interviews to verify that the workplace meets and exceeds MIOSHA’s strict safety and health criteria.
“Achieving MVPP Star status is a significant accomplishment that reflects a deep-rooted commitment to workplace safety and health,” MIOSHA Consultation Education and Training Division Director Tarah Kile said in a press release. “Both facilities have demonstrated a strong safety culture through robust employee engagement, ongoing safety training, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Cintas’ dedication to workplace safety has resulted in zero recordable injuries over multiple years, setting a high standard for safety excellence in their respective industries.”
For more information, visit Michigan.gov/MVPP.
the Village while stopping to play games, collect eggs and treats, and make a fun craft.”
For the egg hunt, each family or group will have their own lane with eggs hidden in it so they are not competing with other families. After kids have collected all the eggs in their lane, they get to trade them in at the “Egg Trading Post” in the General Store for small toys and other treats.
In addition to hunting for eggs, there will be over 10 other stops around the village.
The egg hunt will be held rain or shine, with free onsite parking at the village and overflow parking at Brookfield Academy. Advanced ticket prices are $7 for Troy Historical Society Members and $9 for non-members. Tickets will also be available at the door on a first-come, first-served basis for $8 for Troy Historical Society Members and $10 for non-members. All children under 2 are admitted free.
For more information visit, TroyHistoricVillage.org or call 248-524-3570.
CALENDAR
APRIL 4
Late hours at Troy Historic Village: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (history interpreters on site 4-7 p.m.), 60 W. Wattles Road, registration encouraged, (248) 524-3570, troyhistoricvillage.org
APRIL 4-5
Quilt show: 30th anniversary event presented by CAMEO Quilters Guild also includes vendors and themed basket auction, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 4 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 5, First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, cameoquilters@gmail. com, (248) 544-4504, cameoquilters.org, read story at candgnews.com
APRIL 5
Free Mall: Gently used clothing giveaway for all ages, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Calvary Chapel of Oakland County, 1975 E. Long Lake Road in Troy, (248) 457-9673
APRIL 7
Troy-area Interfaith Group meeting: Hear from Chief of Immigrant and Refugee Services of Oakland County Melanie Grund, 7 p.m., United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, troy.interfaith@gmail.com, troyinterfaithgroup.org
APRIL 8
‘We Are One ~ Songs of Love, Unity & Hope’
concerts: Performance by Troy Community Chorus, 7:30-8:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, also 8-9:30 p.m. April 25, Athens High School, 4333 John R Road in Troy, troycommunitychorus.com
APRIL 10
StoryTime Guild luncheon fundraiser: Features guest speaker Jeannette Gutierrez of The Michigan Rosies and includes four-course meal, silent auction and raffle, money used to buy books for libraries and classrooms in underserved schools, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Maggiano’s Little Italy, 2089 W. Big Beaver Road in Troy, register by April 3, storytimeguild22@gmail. com, storytimeguild.weebly.com
APRIL 11
Youth Dialogue Day: Presented by The Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities, free event provides safe space for kids in grades 8-11 to share experiences, learn from peers and have conversations about importance of connection for mental health, also hear guest speaker magician Anthony Grupido, plus lunch and giveaways, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Oakland Community Health Network Building, 5505 Corporate Drive in Troy, registration required, (248) 221-7101, info@alliancemi.org
APRIL 13
Constitution Cafés: Free program about 24th Amendment (poll taxes and state control of elections), 2-3:30 p.m., Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles
Road, register at troyhistoricvillage.org/programs/ constitution-cafes
APRIL 14
History of Detroit’s Eastern Market: Led by author Lisa Rush, part of Preservation Conversations program, 2-3 p.m., Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, register at (248) 524-3570 or troyhistoricvillage.org/programs/preservation-conversations
APRIL 19
Hockey mentors: Free event for anyone with disability or challenge to learn hockey basics and how to skate, includes skate rental and on-ice buddies, 11:15 a.m.1 p.m., Buffalo Wild Wings Arena, 1819 E. Big Beaver Road in Troy, registration required, hockeymentors@ gmail.com, hockeymentors.net
APRIL 24
‘4,456 Miles: A Survivor’s Search for Closure and Awakening her Daughter’s Search for Understanding the Holocaust’: Presentation part of monthly Thursday Teas program, 2 p.m., Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, register at (248) 524-3570 or troyhistoric village.org/programs/teas-at-two
Oakland County Veterans Resource Fair: Find information about benefits, careers and training, housing, healthcare, suicide prevention, transportation assistance, and more, also free food boxes, 9 a.m.-noon, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, free but registration required, www.oakgov.com/government/ veterans/veteran-resource-fairs
APRIL 26
PanCAN PurpleStride: “Ultimate walk to end pancreatic cancer” held nationally in nearly 60 cities on same day, presented locally by Michigan affiliate of Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 8:30 a.m.-noon with opening ceremony at 9:30 a.m. and walk at 10 a.m., Troy Community Park, 3179 Livernois Road, purplestride.org/michigan
ONGOING
Fish fries: Hosted by St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit, bagpipes and Highland dancers during dine in, carryout also available, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays until April 18, Kilgour Scottish Centre, 2363 Rochester Road in Troy, (248) 526-1849, detroitscots.com/tickets, read story at candgnews.com
Selfies with Easter Bunny: Also explore Enchanted Green House, noon-6 p.m. April 5-19, North Grand Court at Somerset Collection, 2800 W. Big Beaver Road in Troy, $15 donation benefits children’s charities, thesomersetcollection.com/blog/bunny-photos
Heritage Concert Band of Troy: Practices for adult musicians at 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesday of month, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, troyheritageband@gmail.com
Widowed Friends lunches: 1:30 p.m. every second Thursday of month, Alibi of Troy, 6700 Rochester Road, RSVP to Louise at (248) 338-6743, widowedfriends. com
COMMUNITY BRIEF
Homeowners
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OAKLAND COUNTY — Residents who are looking to make improvements to their home have a resource at their disposal, as the Oakland Home Improvement Show is scheduled to take place April 12 and April 13 at the Oakland Expo Center, located at 2212 Mall Drive East in Waterford.
According to a press release, the show is the place to find “everything you need to improve your home and get all of your home improvement projects finished this year.” Hundreds of local home improvement
professionals are set to be at the show.
Attendees can also take advantage of “show only” discounts and save money on upgrades for their home, including the latest kitchen and bath designs, room additions, roofing options, swimming pools, spas, siding, decks, landscaping, pavers, patio furniture, floor covering, windows, doors and more.
In addition, a number of artisans are set to offer unique handmade items for homes.
The show is scheduled to take place from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. April 12 and from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. April 13.
According to the release, parking and admission are free.
For more information, visit www. yourhomeshows.com.
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On My Own’s Independence College is a two-year residential, college-like experience that’s open to people 18 and over who have completed high school, although high school graduation is not a requirement.
“When students arrive to Independence College, we work with them to identify their vocational interests,” On My Own of Michigan CEO Jennifer Roccanti stated via a press release. “We then work with each student to identify potential employers and jobs aligned with their interests and begin getting in touch with employers. We do this work in partnership with our students, to give them practice reaching out to potential employers, creating a strong resume, and sharing their skills with hiring managers. Upon job-site placement, we then provide ongoing appropriate support to ensure a successful transition. This grant from the Flagstar Foundation is instrumental in sup-
porting these students as they improve their job-readiness skills.”
Along with evening and weekend activities, students receive hands-on classroom instruction, supervised community-based learning and supported work opportunities based on their interests.”
“Students live in apartments located within walking distance from our office for the duration of each of the two academic years, with the option of staying over the summer,” Colleen Burtka, who is the revenue development manager for On My Own of Michigan, stated via email. “Classes are held at On My Own, Mon – Friday from September - May. The goal of the program is for graduates to be able to live independently and hold gainful employment upon program completion. Independence College is open to individuals with a wide range of developmental disabilities, and interested candidates should visit our website for further details and application instructions.”
According to Burtka, applications for the 2026-27 academic year are currently being accepted.
For more information, visit onmyownofmi.org.
Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
JUMP-START YOUR GARDEN BY STARTING SEEDS INDOORS
STARTING SEEDS FOR SUMMER PLANTS IS AN EASY HOBBY TO START AT HOME
BY MIKE KOURY mkoury@candgnews.com
The weather in Michigan remains brisk, but the spring tides soon will bring about sunnier days in the Mitten State.
As the sunnier weather hits, people will be able to begin more outdoor activities, including growing and maintaining vegetables and flowers. But to get started now inside their own home, gardeners often get involved in seed starting.
When it comes to getting ready with seed starting, Rachel Zorn, a sales associate with Piechnik’s Greenhouse & Garden Gate, said the prospective planter needs to think about their own likes and interests with growing and whether they lean more into vegetables or flowers.
See SEEDS on page 15A
ABOVE: A basic list of starting supplies includes the seeds themselves, seed starting mix, cell packs or small containers and pots, and a light, as you need more than sunlight from a window, according to Lindsey Kerr, a consumer horticulture educator with Michigan State University Extension’s Wayne County Office. RIGHT: Kerr advised that people should buy labels, too, to help distinguish the different seeds.
Photos by Brian Louwers
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CRIME WATCH
Fake Netflix text message scams elderly victim
TROY — At 1:34 p.m. March 14, a 71-year-old resident of Lovington Drive reported that she received a text message thanking her for her $255.79 subscription to Netflix.
The victim called the number provided to cancel since she had not subscribed. She spoke to a female who advised the resident that she had $240,000 in a bank account that she was not aware of.
The resident called a second number and spoke with a male who claimed he was an agent with the Department of Investigations. He instructed the resident to go to various locations and purchase gift cards to protect her remaining money in the mystery bank account.
The resident purchased 10 gift cards totaling $2,000 and provided pictures of each to the male.
Fraudulent email leads to loss of money
TROY — At 1 p.m. March 14, a 46-year-old resident of Livernois Road reported he received an email that was supposedly from DTE.
The email informed him that his bill was overdue and provided a barcode for him to pay the balance and avoid shutoff. The victim was instructed to go to 7-11 and have the clerk scan the code, which he did, paying $494.61.
He later contacted DTE and was informed it was a scam.
Dump trailer reported stolen
TROY — Sometime between Feb. 6 to March 6, a business on Wheaton Drive that builds homes reported that an unknown person stole a 2015 dump trailer.
Inebriated driver found asleep at wheel at local drive-thru
TROY — At 3:50 a.m. March 10, officers were dispatched to an establishment located on E. Maple Road due to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked in a drive-thru lane.
A caller reported that the vehicle was a black sedan.
Upon arrival, officers located the 2016 Lincoln MKC in a drive-thru lane with the driver asleep at the wheel.
Officers awoke the driver, a 41-year-old male from Detroit, and noted there was a strong odor of alcohol coming from his vehicle.
The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations and reportedly performed poorly. He refused to submit to a preliminary breath test.
The driver was arrested and transported to the Troy Police Department, where he was read his chemical test rights. He agreed to submit to a chemical breath test, with results of .187% and .194%.
He was issued a citation for operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of .17% or more, having no insurance and violation of a restricted license.
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Frances Rubello, age 93, passed away on March 13, 2025. She was born on February 3, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan to her late parents Joseph and Fulemena Leone. Frances was preceded in death by her husband Joseph S. Rubello. She is survived by her loving children: Geraldine (Ted) Gillespie, Florence (John) Misuraca, David (Greta) Rubello; loving grandchildren: Nicholas (Rosie) Rubello, Adriano (Pamela) Rubello, Sasha Rubello; and siblings: Vincent “Jimmy” (Terry) Leone, Joseph JoAnn) Leone, the late Russell (Frances) Leone, and the late Benedict (Deanna) Leone.
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Youth initiative is a new aspect of an existing program,” Carla Reeb, who is the executive director of the Stage Nature Center, stated via email. “Educators increasingly recognize the importance of social-emotional skills for academic success, with many schools adding mindfulness instruction in the classroom to help reduce stress, improve students’ focus and create a positive classroom environment.”
The new initiative will annually serve up to 700 at-risk students who are in first to fifth grade and enrolled in “Title One” programming, with a series of three complimentary programs at Stage Nature Center during three school years. In conjunction with the organization’s educational project managers,
mental health care professionals from Henry Ford Health will be developing and conducting nature-based mindfulness programming at the Stage Nature Center for the project.
“Indoor and outdoor instruction in mindfulness practices and science experiences are designed to enhance the participant’s overall well-being and support academic curriculum,” Reeb stated. “Focus areas along the trails of the Stage Nature Center will help participants explore key elements of mindfulness techniques. We are so thankful to the members of 100 Women Who Care for this generous donation.”
For more information, visit www. troynaturesociety.org. For more information about 100 Women Who Care, visit www.100womenwhocaretroy.org.
Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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BEHIND THE WHEEL
A century of values
CROSSCOUNTRY TRAVELS RECOGNIZE BOY SCOUT MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — When the Boy Scouts of America celebrated its 100year anniversary in 2010, a group of scout leaders from southeast Michigan found a way to commemorate the milestone.
Over a year’s time, the volunteers traveled the U.S. in a 32-foot recreational vehicle donated by All American Homes/Coachmen. During their journey, the scouters — adult leaders in the organization — visited Boy Scouts councils in each state to which they ventured.
The Boy Scouts of America website, scouting.org, states there are 248 councils. The group traveling the country consisted of 16 teams with four to six members in each team. They took turns on the route, which they called “A Century of Values.” It was quite the adventure.
“The volunteers are still talking about it 15 years later,” said Frank Mallon, a traveler and trip adviser.
Because the organization began Feb. 8, 1910, the scouters traveled from Feb. 8, 2009, through Feb. 8, 2010, promoting the history and accomplishments of the Boy Scouts of America. The first group of travelers kicked off the trek from Mallon’s hometown of Laingsburg, Michigan.
“Because it was winter, we headed south towards Texas,” said Mallon, who said it took five days to get there. “It was an amazing trip.”
ABOVE: A GoFundMe page has been created and patches are being sold to help fund repairs to the
LEFT: Along the way, one of the teams visited the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.
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BELOW: During the “A Century of Values” journey to commemorate 100 years of the Boy Scouts of America in 2010, one of the stops was the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.
Photos provided by Frank Mallon
Seeds
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Once they do that, Zorn said, they can go out and select the seeds they’ll be using.
“There are a lot of different seeds on the market,” she said. “Some of them are treated seeds. Some of them are non-GMO. There’s pretty much anything that you could want out there that would fit with what you are looking to do and what your comfort level would be. Once you have the seeds themselves, then you’re going to need a tray for starting the seeds in, usually something that’s got fairly small compartments to start with.”
Zorn said a lot of new gardeners are interested in growing their own vegetables, which leads to their interest in starting seeds.
“They’re looking at that as a way of connecting with nature, a way of supplementing their own produce at home,” she said. “Vegetables can be a very easy first thing to get started with. They generally germinate fairly quickly and with a good percentage of success.”
The packaging the seeds come in will come with instructions on how quickly they germinate and can give an indication of the farmer’s timing for planting seeds, according to Zorn.
This helps let the farmer know when the last frost in their area would be, as plants are very susceptible to weather.
“Anything that started in the house — you do want to have that bright sunny window — but you also want to have a plan in mind for transitioning them outdoors so that they can start to harden off before they’re truly planted outside,” she said.
A basic list of starting supplies includes seeds, seed-starting mix, cell packs or small containers and pots, and a light, as you need more than sunlight from a window, according to Lindsey Kerr, a consumer horticulture educator with Michigan State University Extension’s Wayne County Office. The light can be a LED light. A heat mat also can improve germination rates, but it isn’t necessary.
Kerr believes the variety of what people can do in seed starting leads them to start their involvement.
She said that concerns involving pesticides in plants and vegetables lead people to start seeds as well.
“When they grow them themselves, they know there are no pesticides applied,” she said. “It’s just fun. A lot of people say it’s therapeutic or it gives them something to look forward to. You plant those seeds,
See SEEDS on page 19A
In Memory of
Christopher R. Myers
Christopher R. Myers, Age 73. March 16, 2025
Beloved husband of Elaine. Loving father of Dan (Lauren), Jim (Megan) and Michael (Shelbey). Proud grandfather of Alexandra, Vinny, Natalie, Lillian and Huxley. Dear brother of Sally (Joe) Myers-Brown, Susan and James. Loving son of the late Don and the late Tish. Christopher earned a bachelor's degree in Agronomy at Michigan State University. Chris is German and Welsh by heritage however, he is proudly Sicilian by marriage. Visitation and funeral service was held on March 22nd at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Funeral Home. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations may be made to a Favorite Charity in Christopher’s name. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook@WujekCalcaterra.com.
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garage, the suspect, who was later identified as Robert Paljusevic, a 21-year-old resident of Shelby Township, arrived shortly after.
Paljusevic fired at least five shots from a handgun, with two striking the victim in the arm and the others striking the victim’s vehicle.
understand,” Troy Police Department Chief Josh Jones said during a press conference the afternoon of the shooting. “They were friends at some point. In the very quick investigation we’ve done this morning, it sounds like there was some kind of falling out recently, but that’s all we know.”
Paljusevic has been charged with assault with intent to murder, felony firearm and carrying a concealed weapon.
23, Carlo Pizzorni, a detective with the Troy Police Department, noted that an altercation between the victim and Pajusevic at a funeral may have led to the incident.
An investigation led officers to a residence in Macomb Township, where Paljusevic was taken into custody without incident, shortly after 9:30 a.m. With the assistance of the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, Paljusevic exited the home voluntarily after contact was made via cellphone.
The victim is reportedly stable and was able to provide information to officers.
At press time, the name of the victim had not been released.
“There was a relationship, from what I
He was arraigned March 23 at 52-1 District Court in Novi by Magistrate Cody Ellwanger.
Bond was denied.
According to Oakland County’s website, assault with intent to murder is punishable by any number of years in prison up to life; felony firearm is punishable by up to two years in prison; and carrying a concealed weapon is punishable by up to five years in prison.
A probable cause conference was scheduled April 3, after press time.
At press time, Paljusevic did not have an attorney listed on record.
During the arraignment hearing March
“It was described that there was a falling out between the defendant and the victim when the victim’s dad passed away in January 2025,” Pizzorni said. “There was a private viewing for family only and the defendant was upset that he was not invited. The victim’s mom stated that at the public viewing she heard the defendant make a comment to the body of the victim’s father that ‘your (expletive) son would not invite me to meet you,’ in reference to the private viewing.”
Following this, during a FaceTime call between the defendant and the victim, Pajusevic allegedly urinated on the funeral brochures for the victim’s father.
“The defendant made a comment to the victim, ‘(If) I do see you outside in public, don’t be surprised if something happens,’” Pizzorni said.
Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald issued a statement via a press release.
“We can be grateful the victim appears
to be recovering from his injury, but no one should have to fear violence in the workplace,” Oakland County Prosecutor McDonald stated. “This incident sent the hospital into a lockdown, put local schools on alert, and terrified an entire community. Multiple law enforcement agencies mobilized to quickly and safely apprehend the defendant. Even in a situation where, thankfully, there were no fatalities, the real and emotional cost of gun violence is immeasurable and unacceptable.”
Following the shooting, the hospital was immediately placed in a lockdown. Local schools and daycares entered into a soft lockdown.
“Patients with services scheduled should not come to the hospital at this time,” Corewell Health stated via email. “Patients may call the department where they were scheduled for service directly.”
Schools in the Troy School District temporarily went into minimum security mode, meaning that only staff and students were allowed to enter or exit the buildings and out-
Paljusevic
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BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — The changing of the seasons doesn’t only bring warmer weather to metro Detroit — it also brings different wildlife, including birds to the area.
“You see different birds at different times of the year, and you can also observe their behavior patterns over this time,” said Ben Ihde, a co-owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Novi. “That can be a wonderful way to mark, let’s say the springtime, which for most folks is a sign of positivity.”
Besides birds bringing a sign of positive change, connecting with nature can also provide mental health benefits, Ihde said.
“There are many studies that show watching birds can lower stress and anxiety, lessen worry and bring about a general feeling of joy and well-being,” he said. “Better mental health directly connects to better physical health.”
Bob Gors, who owns Wild Birds Unlimited in Macomb Township, said his store saw an increase in people wanting to feed birds during the pandemic.
“We found that people who had started the bird feeding at some point in their life and for whatever reason stopped, when they couldn’t go anywhere, they said, ‘We can feed birds — we’ve done it. It’s fun. Let’s do it.’ And then people who had never fed the birds before had heard about it and said, ‘I want to try it,’” Gors said.
Gors also said people feed the birds to help them in times when there’s no natural food. But when the weather warms up and food becomes more available, Gors suggested people cut back on how much they’re feeding.
“We feed the birds to help them because any natural food that was left on the plants from late summer into fall has been pecked off all the shrubs and everything, so really, there is no natural food out there,” he said. “During that time of year, during nesting season, when they need that extra food, droughts, winter storms, heavy rains, when areas flood and all that food is covered under water, we provide about 20% to 25% of their diet by feeding them.”
“During that time of year, during nesting season, when they need that extra food, droughts, winter storms, heavy rains, when areas flood and all that food is covered under water, we provide about 20% to 25% of their diet by feeding them.”
— Bob Gors, Owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Macomb Township
Gors said winter is one of the most important times to feed the birds because of the scarcity of natural food. He also added that many types of birds can puff their feathers to help heat themselves, but it requires a lot of energy and they need extra food to help give them the energy.
Elizabeth Schultz-Correll, coordinator at the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, said insects are the most important food source for birds during the springtime, since baby birds don’t eat seeds. She suggested people focus on pollinator plants to help supplement bird feeders. Shultz-Correll also said feeding the birds and keeping a variety of food out helps keep species out of decline.
See BIRDS on page 20A
Jennifer Toomajian
Seeds
and you end up staring at the soil every day, waiting for them to come up. So there’s that excitement and anticipation. And then sometimes there’s cost savings, too. You buy a bag of seeds or a package of seeds, and that can cost less than one single plant. So cost is definitely something people think about.
“When you grow things at home, they have so much more flavor. And so that’s really exciting for people,” Kerr added. “They realize they’ve never had such good tomatoes before and cucumbers. So it can be satisfying or exciting and kind of open up this whole new world of food to people.”
Kerr is active in seed-starting herself, having both a home garden and an office garden where she grows vegetables, which she both keeps and donates to the Women, Infant and Children federal assistance program. She also teaches seed-starting workshops around Wayne County.
Kerr said there is an initial investment in seed starting, but overall, it’s not a hard hobby to get into. She advised that people should buy labels, too, to help distinguish the different seeds.
“The main thing is that you have to be
paying attention,” she said. “If you go on vacation, that’s not going to work. Your seeds are going to die from lack of water. But if you’re there, you’re present, then I think it’s pretty easy and it can be a lot of fun.
“You can start seeds, like snap peas, and you can plant them outside in your garden right now and they’ll come up and they’ll kind of do their thing, and that’s very hands off and that’s very easy,” she continued. “But when you start tomatoes inside, that’s a little bit more involved.”
Kerr said there is something satisfying about starting a seed and bringing a plant all the way to harvest, whether it’s a vegetable or a flower.
“It’s pretty incredible to take this little, tiny thing — it’s like a speck — and … it grows and … maybe it becomes a pumpkin, or it becomes a zinnia. It’s just incredible to watch that whole experience and think ‘I did that.’”
Zorn said people often are looking for a connection with nature, which leads to seed starting.
“That gratification of being able to start something from a tiny little seed and get it all the way to a plant that could be producing beautiful flowers or actually producing food items,” she said.
Call Staff Writer Mike Koury at (586) 4981077.
Birds
from page 18A
“Most of our species are in decline, so anything we can do to help them, that’s a benefit for the birds and increasing biodiversity; making sure that we’re putting out a variety of foods will also bring those birds in,” she said.
Ihde suggested feeding birds based on the season due to the loss of habitat and stress that birds are under.
“Birds only get a small percentage of their daily food from your feeder, even in the winter,” he said. “They will always go after natural food sources over your feeder. So offering a quick, easy meal even when there is some food available is just helping them survive.”
However, while feeding birds does have a number of positive benefits, there can also be some perceived negatives, such as waste falling on the ground or feeders attracting unwanted critters.
Ihde suggested using a no-mess bird seed, which has the shells removed so only the seed hearts or nuts remain. He also said anyone who feeds birds should check what’s in the blend, as many are packed with fillers.
“These are seeds or grains that are used to lower cost but in many cases birds do not even eat. … They kick out these fillers and go for the few desirable seeds in the mix,” he said. “That waste falls to the ground and attracts pests, grows weeds and can generally be messy.”
After seeing an increase in rodents that was believed to be related to bird seed waste, the city of Royal Oak added a section to its rodent control ordinance stating residents must keep approved bird feeders at least 4 feet off the ground and prohibited residents from throwing food on the ground for birds or animals.
Ihde also suggested using baffles to help prevent other animals from getting into bird seed.
“These are obstructions that can be placed on poles or hooks to stop critters from reaching the feeder,” he said. “They are inexpensive and cause zero harm.”
Call Staff Writer Brian Wells at (248) 291-7637.
from page 4A
felony larceny from a building and eight counts felony financial transaction device –stealing/retaining without consent, according to the release.
Bond was set at $200,000, cash or surety only.
If released, Harrington will be under
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Harrington was scheduled for an examination with a hearing officer March 20, after press time.
Harrington’s lawyer, Mohammed Azeem Nasser, did not respond to an opportunity to provide comments by press time
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Boy Scouts
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Mallon, of Novi, said each group spent anywhere from two to five weeks on the road at a time, and about 140 scouters made the trip overall. Teams No. 2 and No. 3, for instance, traveled toward Florida and northward toward the East Coast. When it was Team No. 10’s turn, the group drove to Washington state and parts of the Northwest.
Along the way, the scouters participated in local parades, council camporees and other events. The final stop was on Feb. 8, 2010, in Irving, Texas, to celebrate the organization’s 100-year anniversary at the National Scouting Museum.
“There were four bunks and it could sleep up to seven people. We got up at 6 a.m. and didn’t go to bed until midnight,” Mallon said. “Our plan was to visit two councils per day. There are a lot more councils in the East.”
Sometimes the group would sleep in the parking lot of a council’s building.
“We could use the office for whatever we needed,” Mallon said.
When the southeast Michigan convoy met up with the other councils, sometimes there would be 10 people in town waiting
for them or sometimes 100 “when we pulled in,” Mallon said. In recognition of the anniversary, many times the group was interviewed on local television and radio stations.
The southeast Michigan members presented each council with a centennial mural to display, made by Eagle Scout Bill Morrison, an artist who is best known for his work involving “The Simpsons” and “Futurama” television shows. The 24-inch by 36-inch historic artwork features a number of photos that depict the Boy Scouts history. There are photos of famous Scouts, the first National Jamboree in Washington, D.C., in 1937, the 50th anniversary commemorative stamp, different merit badges and more. Morrison also decorated the RV’s exterior.
The caravan visited or camped at 71 Boy Scouts camps, and at 74 KOA campgrounds. While the goal was to visit councils across the country, the group also found time to sightsee. The itinerary included the International UFO Museum in Roswell, New Mexico; the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas; Niagara Falls; Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri; Yosemite National Park; the Atlantic and Pacific oceans; Snake River Canyon in Idaho; and many more landmarks.
There was a lot of work involved with the trip, but the volunteers also found time to visit with relatives while out of state.
See BOY SCOUTS on page 26A
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April 20 – EASTER SUNDAY SERVICES 8:00am and 10:00am
April 20 – Easter Egg Hunt a er the 10:00am service
Shooting
from page 17A
door activities were temporarily suspended.
“Our priority was ensuring the safety of our students and staff,” Kendra Montante, who is the director of communications and strategic initiatives for the Troy School District, stated via email. “The Troy School District has been in constant contact with the Troy Police Department throughout this entire emergency. We have now been informed that the suspect is in custody, and law enforcement has advised us that it is safe to lift the minimum-security measures. As a result, the school day will continue as normal.”
Some procedures at Corewell Health were delayed or rescheduled due to the incident, with hospital personnel actively working to return to normal operations.
“We are incredibly thankful to local law enforcement, our security team and our clinical and support teams for their fast action,” Corewell Health East President Lamont Yo-
der stated via a press release. “Their response was immediate and focused on patient and team member safety.”
The Oakland Community Health Network made its resiliency center in Rochester Hills available to those impacted by the events.
Further information about the investigation is expected to be released at a later date.
Jones acknowledged the collaborative effort between local law enforcement agencies.
“No matter the size of the police agency, when we have an active shooter response, which is what (it) is termed, and we see (it) all over the media and our society today, the response is overwhelming,” Jones said. “No police agency can handle a true active shooter response by themselves, so the resources shared by these agencies will stay.”
Jones added that it is “very much appreciated.”
Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
mental health crisis among youth and leading to problems in schools, including dwindling attention spans and stymied social-emotional development.
Three state representatives, including Tom Kuhn, R-Troy, have previously introduced bills that would ban cellphones in schools.
“The most important focus for our state should be student success,” Kuhn stated in a press release. “When in the classroom, our students should be focused on their academics, not the latest trend on TikTok.”
Many Michigan schools have already started to restrict cellphone usage.
“Cell phones have paved a dangerous path for young students to be heavily engaged in social media platforms, resulting in harmful consequences for our students,” Kuhn stated via the release. “By keeping cell phones out of schools, this allows students to be more focused on their schoolwork, which has been shown to lead to increased success in the classroom.”
Montante noted that currently the Troy School District does not allow elementary students to use phones during the school day and requires students who are in middle school to leave their phones in their lockers during school hours.
High school students may occasionally use their phones for educational purposes but are otherwise encouraged to keep them out of sight.
“The Troy School District (TSD) cell phone policy, a component of our Student Handbook, was created to balance the considerations of student safety and well-being with the need to maintain a learning environment free from distractions,” Montante stated via email. “Students who use devices at school should demonstrate the greatest respect for the educational environment regarding the rights and privacy of all individuals within the school community. The use of any and all devices during school should be for educational purposes. Permission to use such items in the TSD must be given by the faculty or school administration and is approved on a class by class basis.”
Last year, the Troy School District Board of Education selected “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt for a book study that included both trustees and administrators.
According to anxiousgeneration.com, “We cannot afford to ignore (Haidt’s) findings about protecting our children and ourselves from the psychological damage of a phone-based life.”
After reading the book, the Troy School District hosted a community read and facilitated discussions with staff and the community.
“Our Technology Committee will continue to discuss cell phones and work to find solutions that support our students,” Montante stated via email. “We will continue learning around this topic as the state and other districts do as well.”
For more information, visit troy.k12.mi.us.
Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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Boy Scouts
from page 22A
“We often stayed at their homes,” Mallon said.
Dave Busse, of Troop No. 1478 out of St. Anne Catholic School in Warren, was among the team leaders who made the “A Century of Values” trip. For two weeks, he traveled to San Jose, California; Los Angeles and Las Vegas with his wife, Kathy; Chuck Prohaska; and Mark and Michelle Hodges.
“It was fun but there were some challenges,” said Busse, of Warren. “It was a great treat for us. The Scouting values were always there.”
One thing he learned when meeting the different councils was that “we all have the same challenges recruiting young people and finding ways to raise money for the program.”
When the entire group reached the end of the excursion, the motor home had traveled 49,000 miles. According to a book Mallon wrote on the experience, he said that there were an additional 8,000 miles logged known as “victory laps” around the state of Michigan.
Currently, the motor home is in need of repairs. A GoFundMe page has been established to raise the $25,000 needed for the updates. Mallon would like to fix up the vehicle so that Scouting groups can rent it out for parades, campouts or other activities during June, July and August. A two-week notice would be required. A staff member will provide a designated driver for all events.
To make a donation, visit gofundme. com/f/back-on-the-road-again-2025. For more information on “A Century of Values,” contact Frank Mallon at (248) 348-5189 or foxtrot@mi.rr.com.
CITY OF TROY NOTICE OF LIQUOR VIOLATIONS
TROY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A Public Hearing will be held by and before the Council of the City of Troy at City Hall, 500 W. Big Beaver, Troy, Michigan on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. and notice is given for the following 2024 Liquor Violations:
a) Name: Maple Gas Mart, LLC
(dba Sunoco Gas)
Address: 1490 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48083
License No: SDM (L-000400089)
SALE TO MINOR (Compliance Test) on April 15, 2024
b) Name: John R Petro Mart, Inc.
(dba John R Petro Mart)
Address: 1980 E. Maple Rd., Troy, MI 48083
License No: SDM (L-000274041)
SALE TO MINOR (Compliance Test) on April 15, 2024
c) Name: Polish Market II, Inc. (dba Polish Market)
Address: 2938 E. Maple Rd., Troy, MI 48083
License No: SDM (L-000271701)
SALE TO MINOR (Compliance Test) on April 15, 2024
d) Name: 7-Eleven Inc. and MCME Investment Inc.
Address: 5020 John R, Troy, MI 48085
License No: SDM (L-000013474)
SALE TO MINOR (Compliance Test) on April 22, 2024
e) Name: Granite City Food and Brewery Inc. (dba Granite City)
Address: 699 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI 48084
License No: Class C (L-000435060), SDM (L-000435061), and Brewpub (L-000435062)
SALE TO MINOR (Compliance Test) on April 25, 2024
f) Name: Babylon Restaurant Group, Inc. (dba The Melting Pot)
Address: 888 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste. 120, Troy, MI 48084)
License No: Class C (L-000132488), SDM (L-000132489)
SALE TO MINOR (Compliance Test) on August 28, 2024
g) Name: S&S Michigan I, LLC (dba SPORTS & SOCIAL)
Address: 2850 Coolidge Hwy., Troy, MI 48084
License No: Class C (L-000454473), SDM (L-000454475)
SALE TO MINOR (Compliance Test) on August 28, 2024
h) Name: 7-Eleven Inc.
(dba 7-Eleven Store #17313M)
Address: 2910 John R, Troy, MI 48083
License No: SDM (L-000480986), SDD (L-000480987)
SALE TO MINOR (Tip Investigation) on May 22, 2024
POSTED: March 31, 2025
PUBLISHED: April 3, 2025
Published: Troy
M. Aileen Dickson, MMC, MiPMC3 City Clerk
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Painting
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Powerwashing
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Tree Service
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