SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old man who had been charged with safe breaking reportedly cut off a GPS tether last month and is now evading police.
Back on Sept. 14, police officers from Shelby Township were dispatched to 14965 23 Mile Road, Community Choice Credit Union, for an attempted larceny of an ATM. An employee from the credit union was able to access its surveillance footage, which showed two male suspects in a Ford F-250 pickup truck attempting to take the ATM and then fleeing to a waiting getaway vehicle.
In a parking lot not far from the damaged ATM, officers located the Ford F-250. Further investigation found that the vehicle had been stolen in Shelby Township and used in the attempted larceny.
Burglary tools that were left at the scene were collected for the investigation. The Shelby Township Police Department’s detective bureau followed up with local stores and found images of the suspects purchasing the tools used in the attempted robbery.
The detective in charge reached out to other law enforcement jurisdictions and discovered three possible suspects from Texas. Using the Flock camera system, the detective in charge was able to locate a possible getaway vehicle.
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SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Downtown Utica is about to hit another home run after being backed by nearly $1 million from a revitalization and placemaking grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to develop a former landfill area into the new headquarters of the United Shore Professional Baseball League, which will include a restaurant, retail space and nonprofit offices.
Once in full operation, the site will be home to 28 retained jobs and bring an anticipated 30 more within walking distance to existing shops and eateries, adding further density to the downtown region, according to a press release from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office. The project, supported by General Sports, builds on the success of Jimmy John’s Field and continues Utica’s redevelopment.
Whitmer on May 5 announced the Utica project and two others in Grand Rapids and Holly that received
Utica High School team places first at DECA international conference
HENRY FORD II MAKES TOP 20
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SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Utica High School is the DECA international winner for the first time in school history, and the Henry Ford II school store has placed in top 20. Members of Utica Community Schools DECA (formerly the Distributive Education Clubs of America) joined
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ISLAND TIME
BY GREG TASKER
MACKINAC ISLAND — Mackinac Island celebrates a big anniversary this year.
For a couple decades in the late 19th century, about half of the island was a national park, the country’s second, behind Yellowstone National Park.
Mackinac National Park was short-lived, a footnote in national park history. Still, the federal government’s efforts laid the foundation for what hundreds of thousands of tourists enjoy each summer — a well-preserved historic community and state park.
You can learn more about that past at Fort Mackinac this summer (more below), and also explore some of the island’s new additions.
Before you even depart Mackinaw City or St. Ignace, you’ll notice two ferry services are again running to and from the island — Arnold Transit Company and Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry. Visitors can also expect an uptick in the number of daily runs to the island as well as later departures back to the mainland.
Several hotels welcome the summer with
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ABOVE: In spring time, lilac bushes line the streets where visitors can walk and bike along.
LEFT: Arch Rock is a popular spot for visitors to visit on the island.
Photos provided by Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
ABOVE: The iconic Grand Hotel has expanded its island footprint with the new Grand Hotel Mackinac Market in downtown Mackinac Island. Photo provided by the Grand Hotel
Utica High School seniors Nicholas Welch and Yvette Orlowski celebrate their win.
Photo provided by Utica Community Schools
UCS Foundation awards 37 scholarships to graduating seniors
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The UCS Foundation for Educational Excellence has announced the academic achievements of 37 graduating seniors who have received scholarships ranging from $500 to $2,000 to continue their educations.
The seniors will be able to use the scholarships to continue their educations at a trade school, community college or university.
Juli Sala, president, UCS Foundation for Educational Excellence, said their work is rooted in the community by supporting the students and staff of Utica Community Schools.
“The UCS Foundation is proud to celebrate the academic achievements of this group of graduating seniors,” she said.
To be considered for a scholarship, graduating seniors were asked to submit an application that was reviewed by school and district administration, as well as UCS community partners. Select seniors were then also interviewed before final recipients were announced.
In addition to the Superintendent’s Scholarship, five families have spon-
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Community partners of Utica Community Schools have awarded 37 graduating seniors with a scholarship ranging from $500 to $2,000 to continue their educations at a trade school,
Collins
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On Sept. 16, detectives determined that the getaway vehicle was heading toward Texas, which is where it had been rented. Assistance was requested from Arkansas State Police, and the occupants were stopped and identified. With the identity of the suspects now known, they were able to be linked to Michigan and the attempted theft of the ATM. Additional jurisdictions advised that they had similar cases. The case was presented to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office and warrants were authorized for three of the four suspects.
The driver, identified by Shelby Township police as Keith Paul-Anthony Collins, was later apprehended in Texas and held on his warrant out of Shelby Township. Collins was then extradited to Michigan and housed at the Macomb County Jail.
On April 17, Collins was arraigned at the 41-A District Court in front of Magistrate James A. VerPloeg for safe breaking, receiving and concealing a stolen motor vehicle, and two counts of malicious destruction of personal property over $1,000.
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26,000 members at the DECA International Career Development Conference held April 26-29 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
The Utica High School team of Yvette Orlowski and Nicholas Welch earned first place in the School-Based Enterprise Retail competition for the first time in school history. They wrote a 25-page paper on the school store that qualified them for gold School-Based Enterprise certification. This allowed them to compete at the conference to attend the SBE Academy by presenting a 10-minute presentation.
Orlowski and Welch’s presentation focused on the Chief Connection school store at Utica High School. Their presentation focused on market planning, which includes customer profiles, market research and the financial success of the school store. The duo also came up with a unique Lego theme to show customer profiles for the students, staff and alumni. “The Lego Movie” quotation, “Everything is cool when you are part of a team,” showcased the school store’s teamwork atmosphere.
The pair competed two times, the first being their semifinal run where they competed against 40 teams in their heat, and the
Collins was given a bond of $50,000 cash or surety. The court ordered Collins to wear a GPS tether if he was able to post bond.
It has since been reported that on April 22, Collins allegedly cut off his tether and as of press time his location is unknown.
“You can cross state lines, even try and disappear — but if you’re running from the law, our detectives will find you. Crime has no place in our community. If you choose to come to Shelby Township to commit this type of corruption, know this we will find you and arrest you. Shelby Township stands strong — and we are not backing down to criminals,” Shelby Township Chief of Police Robert J. Shelide said in a prepared statement.
Sgt. Kevin Bailey, of the Shelby Township Police Department, said that more police agencies are investigating Collins.
“Several other jurisdictions throughout Michigan are looking at him and his crew for similar ATM thefts. I don’t believe he spoke with investigators at the time of this arrest,” he said.
Collins had no attorney at press time.
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second being the finals with 20 teams in their category. The Utica High School marketing students are advised by business teacher Dana Boice.
Orlowski, a senior, said being a part of DECA has helped her grow in numerous ways and taught her how to be part of a team.
“Having the opportunity to go to ICDC was an honor. All of our hard work and dedication led us to be the one at DECA,” she said.
Welch, also a senior, said DECA ICDC was an amazing experience where he was able to meet new people from all over the country with similar interests.
“It felt very fulfilling to finish in first place on top of the wonderful memories I have made,” he said.
Boice said when their names were announced, at first she cried, then she was so happy and excited for the students.
“This team is the true meaning of hard work pays off,” she said.
In addition to the UHS first place finish, Henry Ford II High School placed in the top 20 of national finalists in the SchoolBased Enterprise Retail competition. The Ford II team consisted of seniors Emma Barbura, Brooklyn Kelly and Danielle Melchior. The team’s advisers are Jennifer Milke and Nick Kawala.
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Michigan High School Athletic Association set to add boys volleyball in 2026
BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — The Michigan High School Athletic Association is on track to reach its target of adding boys volleyball by the spring of 2026.
Last year, the MHSAA announced that it would be adding boys volleyball to its official sports listing at some point in the future, with a target date of 2026. One year removed from the MHSAA meeting where the council voted on the matter, the sport continues to grow and the association is on pace to have everything ready by next spring.
“I think there was a feeling at that meeting that it had to happen now. There was no putting it off,” MHSAA Director of Communications Geoff Kimmerly said about the sport’s addition. “The growth was too significant. … I think boys volleyball will slide very easily into our lineup.”
In terms of growth, the Michigan Interscho-
lastic Volleyball Coaches Association started the boys branch in 2018 with just four teams. Last year, according to Kimmerly, the league had 1,160 athletes participate.
“And I’m assuming that’s probably grown again this year, to be honest, just because of the trajectory of that sport,” Kimmerly said. “I think it will probably continue to grow going forward.”
Aside from the growth in numbers, there will also be growth in competitiveness. The addition of boys volleyball in the MHSAA allows for more opportunities for students and more serious and structured competition.
“Early on in this we have some athletes who are doing boys volleyball as a second sport. … I think that will be something that will become a primary sport in the spring,” Kimmerly said. “Those will be more of one-sport spring athletes.”
The focus has always been on doing what’s best for the kids. Even with just four teams at the boys league’s inception, the MIVCA trio of Jason
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STUDENT JAZZ MUSICIANS WIN HONORS
UTICA/STERLING HEIGHTS/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Two Utica Community Schools student musicians have been honored as among the best student jazz musicians in Michigan.
Matt Elechicon, of Utica High School, and Zachary Kroll, of Stevenson High School, are among only 42 students statewide named 2025 State Jazz Festival Outstanding Musicians.
The honor was based on their performances at the annual Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association State Jazz Festival, held at Eisenhower High School March 19.
Each judge at the festival was asked to select up to three musicians from the site to be recognized as Outstanding Jazz Musicians.
Elechicon was honored for his performance on the piano, which he has been playing since he was 5 years old. Kroll was honored for his tenor saxophone performance. He has been playing the instrument since the sixth grade.
The Utica High School jazz band is led by teacher Brett Bays, Stevenson High School students are led by Michael Yaros.
Community yard sale coming up
UTICA — Utica Parks and Recreation will be hosting a citywide community yard sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14. Utica residents are encouraged to participate in this special event. It is a chance to declutter homes, garages and backyards and turn some items into cash.
Terenzi named mayor pro tem
UTICA — Longtime Utica City Councilwoman Faith Terenzi has been appointed to the position of Mayor Pro Tem.
State senator’s Memorial Day guest is Shelby veteran
LANSING — State Sen. Ruth Johnson, R-Holly, welcomed retired Marine Cpl. Steve Sitek, of Shelby Township, to the state Capitol on May 22 as her guest for the Michigan Senate’s 30th annual Memorial Day service, which honored Michigan’s fallen soldiers.
RETIRED UCS TEACHER WRITES FIRST BOOK
UTICA/STERLING HEIGHTS/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Kathy Andersen was a teacher at Utica Community Schools for 20 years within early childhood education. Throughout her time as a teacher, including today as a substitute teacher, Anderson would encounter children struggling with their social skills in the classroom. This served as inspiration for her first children’s book, “Besties Alouette and Nora Lou: The Adventures of Summer Vacation.”
The book’s theme is the importance of friendship, and it is to be the first in a series of books.
Andersen found it challenging to find the courage to write the book. Ultimately, it was a great friend whose support and encouragement convinced her to continue with her dream.
“What brings the most pride from writing this book is both the accomplishment and reaching out to young children to instill self-confidence and acceptance of others,” Andersen said in a press release. “A true friendship is an everlasting treasure.”
UTICA LOOKS FORWARD TO SUMMER READING
UTICA — The Utica Public Library summer reading program begins in just a few weeks. Registration will begin June 2, and the kickoff event will take place Saturday, June 14. Call the library for more information, (586) 731-4141.
NEW PAVILION AT PIONEER PARK
UTICA — A new pavilion has been constructed at Pioneer Park, 7505 Hahn St. It was funded completely with a Michigan State Enhancement Grant. The picnic tables were donated by JARS. The city has applied for a grant to add shade trees as the next improvement.
ITC doing aerial transmission line inspections
MACOMB COUNTY — ITC will be conducting aerial patrols of the high-voltage transmission structures and lines in Michigan from May 27 to June 30, weather permitting. The helicopter patrols are conducted to provide an overall status of the overhead transmission system that is operated by ITC’s Michigan operating entities, ITC Transmission and Michigan Electric Transmission Company LLC.
The aerial inspections will cover nearly all of the Lower Peninsula, including Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties May 27-30.
Photo provided by Utica Community Schools
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renovations big and small. The Harbour View Inn boasts a renovated lobby, dining room and parlor. The Chippewa Hotel reopens with three remodeled rooms with new showers and fresh paint. And The Inn at Stonecliff welcomes a new chef, who is eager to bring fresh flavors and inspired dishes.
At the Grand Hotel, the expansive parlor famous for its red geranium and classic Grand Hotel green decor has been redesigned to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Dorothy Draper & Company, the legendary designers responsible for a makeover in 1976. Guests should expect to see vibrant red geranium, alongside beloved colors and patterns that define the iconic space.
The iconic hotel also has expanded its island footprint with the new Grand Hotel Mackinac Market in downtown Mackinac Island. The Grand’s first retail location offers a curated selection of Grand Hotel and Mackinac Island merchandise, including apparel, bath and body products, and home decor. The shop also is the second location of the hotel’s Sadie’s Ice Cream Parlor.
On the other side of the island, the family-owned Mission Point Resort has continued to make improvements, this year offering a fresh take on dining at Chianti with a new Lilac Lounge, a reimagined marketplace and immersive experiences.
Chianti, Mission Point’s signature fine dining restaurant, has undergone a thoughtful transformation inspired by the colors and natural beauty of the island. The refreshed ambiance brings the island’s floral landscape indoors and creates a lighter atmosphere. The Lilac Lounge, billed as “a destination for foodies and wine lovers,” offers an aperitif hour where guests can sip on handcrafted cocktails, nibble on seasonal small plates, and listen to live piano music.
“We are always looking for ways to enhance our guest experience while staying true to the spirit of Mackinac,” said Liz Ware, vice president of sales and marketing at Mission Point.
These changes come on the heels of other recent upgrades including a revamped Main Lobby and Round Island Kitchen. The refreshed lobby, “Mackinac Island’s newest living room,” is a welcoming, open space with light colors and panoramic views through the restaurant of the expansive lawn and the Straits of Mackinac.
More than 80 percent of Mackinac Island is a state park, so it should come as no surprise that at least one company has begun offering curated hiking tours.
IF YOU GO:
Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
7274 Main St., Mackinac Island (906) 847-3783 mackinacisland.org
Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry (231) 436-5023 sheplersferry.com
Grand Hotel (800) 334-7263 grandhotel.com
Mission Point Resort (906) 847-3000 missionpoint.com
Mackinac State Historic Parks (906) 847-3328 mackinacparks.com
Great Turtle Kayak Tours (231) 715-2925 mackinackayak.com
Great Turtle Kayak Tours, which has long offered water excursions around the island, has branched out to include land adventures. Guided tours include treks to Arch Rock and Sugar Loaf Rock and a focus on fall colors. Customized tours are available, revealing “hidden spots, unknown to most visitors,” according to the company.
“It’s kind of our goal to get people out of the Main Street area,” said Jon “Chappy” Chapman, lead reservation for the outfitter. “People don’t necessarily know their way around the island or know that there are 80 miles of trails. Once people find out, they like getting out there. They’re interested.”
At Fort Mackinac, the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the national park status will include daily and special programs tied to that brief chapter in the island’s history. At the time Mackinac became a national park in 1875, the federal government already owned 50 percent of the island and maintained Fort Mackinac. The aim was to protect Mackinac’s natural beauty and historical significance. For 15 years, Yellowstone and Mackinac were the only two national parks in the country.
In 1895, deeming Fort Mackinac no longer necessary and shuttering military operations, the federal government had second thoughts about maintaining a national park there. State officials stepped in to reclaim the land and created Michigan’s first state park.
Creating the national park was a reaction to development pressures as tourism began to grow. By the 1870s, the island had become a retreat and getaway for city dwellers and others. By the last decades of the century, tourism had become the island’s dominant industry.
“We are thrilled to celebrate this anniversary,” said Dominick Miller, who is chief of marketing for Mackinac State Historic Parks. “We’re excited to get people out and
into the former national park and explore the things that helped make Mackinac become a national park. We’re also thankful to the state of Michigan for realizing it was a special place.”
Daily programs share the story of Mackinac National Park. Those programs will focus on the rise of tourism on the island and how the island and fort have been preserved.
Special events will explore the creation of the park and all the questions it raised, as well as walking and bike tours focused on other aspects of that history. A guided
walking tour, for example, will explore the cottages of Mackinac Island. Looking for money to fund park operations, the federal government granted leaseholds on the East and West Bluffs. The first summer cottages went up on the bluff in 1885.
In addition, the historic park will offer special screenings of an anniversary documentary, limited edition logo and merchandise, and new art exhibits.
“This is a really fascinating story,” Miller said. “It’s right here in our backyard.”
Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer.
ABOVE: The iconic Grand Hotel has expanded its island footprint with the new Grand Hotel Mackinac Market in downtown Mackinac Island.
Photo provided by the Grand Hotel
LEFT: The Lilac Lounge, located inside Mission Point Resort, offers an aperitif hour where guests can sip on handcrafted cocktails, nibble on seasonal small plates, and listen to live piano music.
Photo provided by Mission Point Resort
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revitalization and placemaking grant funding.
“These projects in Grand Rapids, Holly, and Utica will add more commercial space in the heart of our downtowns for small businesses and make our cities and towns better places to live, work, and invest,” Whitmer said in a press release. “The bipartisan RAP program helps us turn old, abandoned, or underutilized spaces into vibrant new places where people can live, shop, and play. We will continue working together to pursue a comprehensive economic development strategy that helps us create jobs, drive down the cost of housing, and improve quality of life across our state.”
The RAP program provides access to gap financing for place-based infrastructure development and real estate rehabilitation and development.
Michele Wildman, chief place officer of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, said this project in Utica demonstrates how the Make It in Michigan economic development strategy invests in people, places and projects to move communities forward.
“Funding from the Revitalizing and Placemaking program will help to transform a former landfill into a hub of activity that creates jobs, boosts local businesses and turns underused space into a source of community pride and economic opportunity in downtown Utica. These kinds of developments are exactly how we ensure more Michiganders can live, work and thrive right here at home,” she said.
General Sports CEO Andy Appleby
said he is pleased to be starting construction on the mixed-use development in downtown Utica.
“This project will bring the headquarters of the USPBL, our professional baseball league that operates at Jimmy John’s Field, to downtown Utica, along with a new restaurant concept, a retail store, and a new meeting and event space that will enable us to attract more businesses to do business in historic downtown Utica. We truly appreciate the support of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation in helping us to make this project a reality,” Appleby said in the press release.
Utica Mayor Gus Calandrino said the city of Utica is happy that General Sports and Entertainment has further committed to the city with the project.
“Moving their headquarters to downtown Utica will enhance our downtown area and aligns perfectly with our goals of making this area vibrant and increasing walkability and excitement. The proposed restaurant and conference center will bring new faces to our city. We hope to impress these new visitors with our wide array of restaurants and entertainment venues. Thanks to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and EGLE for their continued support of projects in Utica,” he said. EGLE is the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
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14A/ SHELBY-UTICA NEWS• MAY 28, 2025
RETRO RIDES REV UP LOCAL CAR SHOWS
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — “This is quite a group. I was here last week. There were 374 cars,” Shelby Township resident Tom Konicki said. “There are quality cars here. Cars that are so rare. Beautiful cars.”
Konicki was talking about the Fun Time Cruzers, back on the road for another season of hot rods, muscle cars and vintage vibes. For almost 20 years, the Cruzers met at Lakeside in Sterling Heights. When the mall closed last year, it put the brakes on their weekly car shows.
Start those engines because the group found a new home from 4 to 8 p.m. every Monday until September at NAPA Auto Parts, located on Van Dyke Avenue, north of 21 Mile Road, in Shelby Township. President Ken Savage said it took nine months to find a new location.
It all began in 2005 when Savage’s son worked at Lakeside Mall and a store owner wanted to start a weekly classic car show. He recruited Savage and his son to help, but after a year, he left the group. Savage kept the Cruzers’ motor running.
“When I began, there were just 50 cars. It started going more and more. I have 600 cruise emails now,” said Savage, a Shelby Township resident who owns a Grabber Blue 1970 Ford Mustang convertible.
Fun Time Cruzers posts musical photo slideshows available on YouTube. Every week, Savage — with help from other members including Jerry Benoit, of Chesterfield Township, and Dave Gmerek, of Clinton Township — holds an awards ceremony with local businesses as sponsors. Categories range from “Coolest Cruze 2025” to “Best Original/Restored Cruzer” to “Best Corvette.” At the May 19 event, Madelyn Upleger won “Best Orphan Cruzers” for her 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
“That means they don’t make it anymore,” said Madelyn, who attended the weekly show with husband Dale Upleger.
Dale once owned the Prowler but gave it to Madelyn when he purchased a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette C8.
“She loved it and she didn’t want to sell it,” Dale said. “OK, we’ll keep it.”
“I always wanted a Prowler,” Madelyn said. “We saw them at a car show, and I fell in love with it.”
Both cars garner a lot of attention when
on the road.
“I think it’s because of the color,” Dale said. “It draws the eye to it.”
The Rochester Hills couple, who have three children and two grandchildren, have been married 64 years.
For more details about the Fun Time Cruzers, call (586) 260-3459 or check the website at funtimecruzers.com.
There is at least one classic car show every night in metro Detroit where chrome shines and engines purr. Here is a list of other weekly and monthly car shows that we know of in the C & G Newspapers coverage area.
Mondays
• Jimmy’s Tavern behind the National Coney Island, located on Van Dyke Avenue north of 12 Mile Road, in Warren. It begins at 11 a.m. and it lasts all day.
• Lumberyard Pub and Grub, 26700 Schoenherr Road in Warren, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Tuesdays
• The Ukrainian Cultural Center, 26601 Ryan Road in Warren, from 5 to 8 p.m.
• Cruisers also will spin their wheels at the Ram’s Horn at Garfield and Utica roads from 5-8 p.m.
Wednesdays
• Classic car owners can drive into Sandbaggers Sports Bar and Grill, 25615 Van Dyke Ave. in Center Line, from 5 to 8 p.m. Organizer and Warren resident Paul Gutkowski, owner of a 1968 Mercury Cougar, said the car show brings in anywhere from 25 to 45 car owners each week.
“We just hang out, look at all the other cars and get to know each other,” Gutkowski said.
Gutkowski also runs the Pauly G’s Car Cruis’n Page on Facebook, where he lists various car shows happening in the area. Check the page for more car shows not listed in the C & G Newspapers guide.
Thursdays
• Car enthusiasts will mingle from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Big Boy restaurant located on West Maple Road in Troy.
• Beginning in June, antique automobiles will line the pavement at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church, 21201 E. 13 Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, from 5 to 8 p.m.
• The Stahl’s Automotive Collection at
ABOVE: Madelyn and Dale Upleger, of Rochester Hills, attend the Fun Time Cruzers car show May 19 in Shelby Township. Madelyn won “Best Orphan Cruzers” for her 1999 Plymouth Prowler. Dale
the president of Fun Time Cruzers, which meets every Monday in the parking lot of NAPA Auto Parts in Shelby Township. Every week, he presents awards in different categories.
56516 N. Bay Drive in Chesterfield Township will hold cruise nights from 4 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday, minus the third Thursday of the month.
• Culver’s, located at 66227 Van Dyke Ave. on the Romeo and Washington Township border, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Fridays
• Weekly car shows at the Walter F. Bruce Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1146, located at 28404 Jefferson Ave. in St Clair Shores, will begin in June. The events will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. in the back of the facility, between the building and Lake St. Clair.
• Twisted Axles will meet from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Lucky Leprechaun Pub, 32456 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville.
Saturdays
• Gearheads can get an early morning fix from 7 to 10 a.m. at Parking at Pasteiner’s Cruise-In at 33202 Woodward Ave., one block north of 14 Mile Road, in Birmingham.
• The Michigan Military Technical and
Historical Society will hold monthly car shows from 9 a.m. until noon on the third Saturday of the month. The museum is located at 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe.
Sundays
• Eddie’s Drive-In, 36111 Jefferson Ave. in Harrison Township, from 4 to 8 p.m.
Charity drive
• For more than 30 years, the nonprofit Friends of Mount Clemens has organized the Mount Clemens Cruise in downtown Mount Clemens at the center of Main Street and Market Street. Money raised has provided Kroger gift cards for families in need and helped many charities, including the city of Mount Clemens Santa Parade, Turning Point, the Mount Clemens Lions Club and the Macomb Food Program. This year’s two-day Mount Clemens Cruise is set for June 6-7. This year’s event will feature a car cruise, awards, live entertainment and special attractions. For a complete schedule of events, visit mountclemenscruise.com.
owns a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette C8.
RIGHT: Ken Savage is
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CRIME WATCH
Police investigate theft of SUV
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 8:58 p.m. April 30, police officers from Shelby Township were alerted to a stolen vehicle. The owner stated that when she left Lifetime Fitness on Lakeside Boulevard North, she discovered that her 2022 Dodge Durango was missing from the parking lot. Officers checked the Flock camera system and were able to determine the vehicle was heading south of the township. Detectives started working on the case and were able to develop a suspect. The police report said that the vehicle had not been recovered, but the case was sent to the Macomb County Prosector’s Office to be reviewed for charges on the suspect.
Police respond to domestic complaint
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 1:14 a.m. April 29, police officers from Shelby Township were dispatched to the 45000 block of Utica Green for a family trouble complaint. The caller stated that her boyfriend was destroying her property. Upon the officers’ arrival, they met with the caller who advised that when she arrived home, her front door was open and most of her belongings were destroyed, and her dog was missing. The caller reportedly believed that her boyfriend might have something to do with it because they had gotten into an argument in the morning. The case was turned over to the detective bureau. The detective attempted to reach out to the boyfriend but was not able to make contact. The caller later stated that she found her dog and no longer required police assistance.
Man defrauded of $101
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 8:10 p.m. May 7, a police officer from Shelby Township was dispatched to the lobby of the Police Department regarding a fraud report. The victim stated that he had been attempting to contact Amazon in an attempt to return some purchased items. The victim stated he searched online for the number for Amazon and thought he was speaking to a representative. The representative advised the victim to download an app on his phone that gave the representative full access to his phone. Once the representative had access to the phone, he asked the victim to send him pictures of his credit card and driver’s license. At the time of the police report, the victim was out $101. The victim later found out that the number he had was not the correct number that went to Amazon. The case was turned over to the detective bureau for follow-up.
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Brighten Your Summer with Colorful Annuals
A splash of color can transform any yard or garden, and now is the time to plant bold annual fowers that thrive all season.
At Piechnik’s Garden Gate, customers will fnd a variety of plants suited for porches, patios and garden beds—as well as custom combo pots.
“Annuals are a versatile way to refresh your space with color and create a new theme every year,” said Rachel Zorn, who has worked in the industry for 25 years and joined Piechnik’s as general manager in March.
Popular picks this year include warm-toned blooms and textured foliage, like vibrant dahlias and richly colored coleus. “People are gravitating toward color and texture—something that brings something unique to their space,” Rachel said.
She also noted that Piechnik’s stocks some harder-to-fnd varieties, such as rare types of cuphea, coral bells, penstemon and tropicals. “You won’t see these in just any garden center,” she said.
Beyond fowers, the garden center ofers one of the largest selections of yard and garden décor. “Right now, we’ve got a really fun frog display,” Rachel said. “And we always have oodles of wind chimes. It’s the largest selection around.”
While classes won’t resume until fall, including the popular succulent pumpkin workshop, customers can fnd inspiration among the displays and chat with knowledgeable staf. “We’ve got a fantastic team—whether it’s the friendly faces at the register or those helping customers with their selection in the garden center— everyone here really enjoys being part of the experience,” Rachel said.
Come out and get inspired! Te garden center is open seven days a week: Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Piechnik’s Garden Gate is located at 1095 N. Rochester Rd. in Oakland. For more information, call (586) 336-7200 or visit piechniks.com. Follow @ piechniksgardengate on Facebook and Instagram.
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Heerema, Aaron Smaka and Brad Poel have always just wanted to provide opportunities.
“We do this for the kids. We’re here to serve the kids,” Heerema said. “There are boys across the state that are having experiences and creating friendships … that will benefit them for the rest of their life.”
A league that didn’t even exist in 2017 now has around 70 teams statewide and has added double-digit teams every year since 2021.
Girls volleyball has been a huge sport for decades now and the MHSAA structure with the girls will be an inspiration for the future of boys volleyball. The goal all along was to get the boys that same type of league.
“When we started it, I always wanted it to be a MHSAA sport,” Heerema said. “So, that’s how we structured it. That’s how we grew it and developed the rules. We always had the goal of being a MHSAA sport.”
The group of people who brought the sport to a point where it can be a recognized sport in the state and can make this handoff happen should not go unnoticed. Coaches, parents, officials and more all over the state have dedicated countless hours to getting the boys volleyball program to this point.
“Virtually everybody in this process is a
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sored individual scholarships, including the Lillian and Gus Demas Scholarship, the Lois Holtgren-Groblicki Scholarship, the William R. Peper Scholarship, the Larry M. Smith Scholarship and the Michele Temple Scholarship.
Natalie Rubel, Henry Ford II High School senior and one of the 2025 Superintendent’s Scholarship recipients, said that receiving the Superintendent’s Scholarship means the world to her.
“Growing up in Utica Community Schools has provided me with so many incredible opportunities both inside and outside the classroom that have shaped who I am today. This scholarship is more than just financial support; it’s a reminder that my hard work has been recognized and that my community believes in my future. As I prepare to take the next step in my educa-
volunteer,” Heerema said. “It’s been strictly a volunteer process from start to finish. … (The students) wouldn’t have this opportunity unless all of these people stepped into this process and volunteered their time and their heart.”
This was an easy decision for everyone involved. The sport has grown so much that the infrastructure put in place when the league was just a handful of teams might not have been able to handle the continued growth as is.
“To say that it’s busy doing this … would be an understatement,” Heerema said. “I will be grateful when the MHSAA takes it over, because I know it will be run very, very well.”
The MHSAA taking the reins of the sport will end a nearly decade-long journey for Heerema, Smaka and Poel. They started something that has flourished and now get to hand it off to someone else to make it grow even more.
“I think when I get to pause and reflect it will be humbling to be a part of something that’s a pretty wonderful historical event, starting a sport and bringing it to fruition with a couple of wonderful friends (Aaron Smaka and Brad Poel),” Heerema said.
For more information on the boys volleyball league, visit mivca.net or mhsaa.com.
Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
tion, knowing that UCS is still supporting me gives me a sense of pride, motivation and gratitude. It reinforces my commitment to keep striving for excellence and to one day give back to the community that has given me so much,” she said.
Superintendent Robert S. Monroe said it is an honor to celebrate the accomplishments of this group of seniors as they prepare for their futures beyond Utica Community Schools.
“These seniors stand out in a graduating class of over 2,000 students for their dedication to academic excellence and profound sense of community. The Superintendent’s Scholarship program is a source of pride for our community,” Monroe said. “These scholarship recipients exemplify the difference that a Utica Community Schools education has on our students thanks to the lasting, positive impact of our staff districtwide,” he said.
Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski (586) 498-1029.
St. Francis Camp on the Lake Dedicated to serving both children and adults with developmental disabilities.
St. Francis Camp on the Lake 10120 Murrey Road, Jerome, MI 49249 517-688-9212 www.saintfranciscamp.org email: director@saintfranciscamp.org
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C & G Newspapers staffers recognized with 17 journalism awards
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Seven C & G Newspapers staffers received 17 awards from the Society of Professional JournalistsDetroit Chapter’s Excellence in Journalism awards and the Michigan Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest.
Nearly 300 awardees were announced by SPJ Detroit at its Excellence in Journalism banquet at the San Marino Club in Troy May 14. The C & G journalists won their awards in the Print Class C division.
Maria Allard, a staff writer for the Eastsider, the Sterling Heights Sentry and the Warren Weekly, won first place in the feature reporting category of the Excellence in Journalism awards for “Behind the Wheel: Camping trails from the dusty roads of the Southwest to the Atlantic City Boardwalk.” Judges commented, “What a pleasure to read. The crazily exact details up high kept me reading to see where they came from. After that, a childhood worth of great stories.” Allard also took home second place in the general reporting category for the story, “Fallen GIs remembered an ocean away.”
“I was so happy to hear that I received two awards from SPJ for stories I loved writing and hoped our readers enjoyed,” Allard said. “I also want to congratulate my coworkers who earned awards. I know how hard we all work here at C & G Newspapers, and it’s nice when others notice that.”
Mike Koury, staff writer for the Woodward Talk, took first place in the consumer/watchdog reporting category for the
the community/local news reporting category for the story “Animal rescue in crisis after its Facebook account is closed.”
“The Animal Welfare Society of Southeastern Michigan was at risk of closing after Facebook shut down its network,” Kozlowski said. “Thankfully, a data analyst saw my story and worked with Facebook to get it restored.”
article,“Ferndale bar lives to see another day.” Judges said, “Good reporting on the potential loss of a community business with interesting insight on the transfers of liquor licenses.” Koury also won first place in the open reporting category for “Ferndale voters reject Headlee millage restoration,” with judges commenting, “Solid coverage on an important local taxing issue.”
Koury said it’s “always nice to be recognized.”
“I’m flattered by both awards from SPJ Detroit and I appreciate the continued support and readership from everyone that reads the Woodward Talk,” he said.
Andy Kozlowski, staff writer for the Madison-Park News and Eastsider, won first
place in the general reporting category of the Excellence in Journalism awards for the story, “City Hall conference room named after Lindell Ross.” Judges said, “What could have been a routine story about the honoring of a former city council member is transformed into thorough background reporting that sets the stage for the councilman’s reflections on the times.”
Kozlowski said he enjoyed meeting this former councilman from Madison Heights and learning about “how he served the people there by protecting parks and public health.”
“His life story made for great material,” he added.
Kozlowski also earned second place in
Charity Meier, staff writer for the Farmington Press and the Novi Note, earned first place in the health reporting category for “Novi police officer’s wife spreading awareness after breast cancer diagnosis,” in the Excellence in Journalism awards. Judges commented, “What made this story compelling was the human element. The second paragraph would make a better lead, but overall the voices of the patient, her husband, doctors and the use of data came together to shine light on a less common form of breast cancer. Katie’s and Adam’s courage in telling their story could help others. The writer did a good job of letting them speak.”
“I am thrilled to have been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists for my coverage of a rare form of breast cancer, which is common among women during
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C & G Newspapers Staff Writers Maria Allard, Charity Meier, K. Michelle Moran and Dean Vaglia pose with their awards during the Society of Professional Journalists-Detroit Chapter’s Excellence in Journalism awards banquet at the San Marino Club in Troy May 14.
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Shelby Township Police Department to host annual Citizens Police Academy
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Police Department will be hosting its annual Citizens Police Academy and will be inviting residents to apply later this summer.
The Citizens Police Academy is an eight-week course designed to provide citizens with a firsthand look at the operations and inner workings of the Police Department. Participants will be taught about basic police procedures and participate in some of the same training that officers receive.
The academy’s topics will include accident investigations, detective bureau operations, emergency response, use of force scenarios, K-9 operations, narcotics investigations, operating while intoxicated enforcement, evidence collection and more.
This program also provides the opportunity to ask questions about police services and to learn about current policing trends.
Sgt. Kevin Bailey, of the Shelby Township Police Department, said residents join the academy to learn more about their local government. Participants learn about drones, the work of evidence technicians, the tactical response team, crisis negotiation, the special investigation unit and more.
“The citizens academy is a great way to connect with the citizens of Shelby Township. We welcome our township to come to our department to learn more about us, and we end up learning a lot about our citizens in the long run. Last year was my first time running the academy, and I had an absolute blast. In the end, I ended up making 16 new friends,” he said.
In August, the department will be putting the application on its Facebook page, facebook.com/ShelbyTownshipPolice, for anyone who is interested in joining. The academy runs one night a week from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for the eight weeks.
“We pack a lot of information and fun into those eight weeks,” Bailey said.
For more information, visit crimewatch.net/us/mi/macomb-county/shelby-twp-pd.
Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski (586) 498-1029.
CITY OF UTICA CITY COUNCIL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Take notice there will be a public hearing on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. to gain citizen input regarding the proposed FY 2025/2026 budget. Copies of the proposed budget are available for review in the Administration Offces located at 7550 Auburn Road, Utica, Michigan from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Friday. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. Comments will be heard at the time of the meeting.
Crank’s Bar & Grill by Crank’s Services
Jef Crank owns and operates one of the largest catering companies in the state, known as Crank’s Catering. Crank’s Catering was established in 1992 by Jef as a young man, using his passion for food and the desire to please people with it. He combined that passion with his creativity and began his quest toward becoming the number one caterer in Southeast Michigan. He catered his frst event cooking in his garage, and eventually moved into the building formerly owned by Penna’s. Over the years, Jef has worked as a Personal Chef to Jack Nicklaus, served thousands of meals daily in the UAW plants, and has catered thousands of events ranging from 25 to 50,000 people. Casual or Black-Tie events, hot dogs or steak & lobster, golf course restaurants, and standalone restaurants – you name it, Jef has done it. Jef has successfully branded Crank’s in households across the tri-county area, as the caterer to call for any event at home, work, or any ofsite location. Restaurants, weddings, showers, funerals, graduation parties, sports banquets, corporate events, and so much more – Crank’s is the one stop shop for any event in people’s lives.
Presently, Crank’s operates Crank’s Bar & Grill at the St. Clair Shores Golf Club, the Arrowhead Grille at Fieldstone Golf Club in Auburn Hills, Crank’s Catering in Shelby
Township, and a beautiful banquet facility in Shelby Twp. called Enchantment. Crank’s is also the preferred and/or exclusive caterer at numerous event centers in Michigan.
“We’re going as strong as ever,” Crank said. “I still have the passion and have created a winning team around me to execute all of our endeavors successfully.”
Tat team includes Crank’s son, Jefrey, who is anxious and prepared to take the family businesses into the future. Tree of his daughters and his wife are also involved, along with Crank’s many talented employees who have worked with Jef for more than three decades.
“We have the highest of standards, and our staf knows what the expectations are.” Crank said.
Tat level of service is largely defned by the quality of food and stellar service that Crank’s delivers to customers. Jef strongly believes in providing value to his customers without sacrifcing quality. For example, the restaurants rotate a $12 special every week that can range from sandwiches to a wet burrito with sides. Both restaurants are also known for their various types of hamburgers, including the new Jalapeno Olive burger and the Mushroom burger with zip sauce.
Te hamburgers and sandwiches are made with fresh ingredients every day, including real turkey breast for many of its sandwiches instead of deli cuts. Both restaurants also ofer All Beef Dearborn-brand hot dogs. Crank’s uses as many Michigan made products as possible to support our community. Come on in to one of the Crank restaurants and let the Crank’s crank out your next meal.
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The Shelby Township Police Department Citizens Police Academy is an eight-week course designed to provide citizens with a look at the operations and inner workings of the Police Department.
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Awards
childbearing years. I commend Katie McGee for having the courage to share her story with me, as she underwent treatment, to bring awareness to the disease and help other at-risk women,” Meier said.
K. Michelle Moran, staff writer for the Grosse Pointe Times, walked away with seven awards between the two contests. She won two awards in the feature story category of the Better Newspaper Contest — first place for “Exhibition celebrates work of acclaimed longtime artist and art educator,” and third place for “Music producer from Grosse Pointe makes sound decisions as an artist.” She also took first in the government/education news category for “Teachers, administrators leaving Grosse Pointe schools as contract talks remain unresolved.”
In the Excellence in Journalism awards, Moran took home second and third place in the education reporting category for the stories, “Language teacher brings the world to her students” and “CEO dishes about school food services during visit to North.” Moran also took second place in the feature reporting category for the story,“‘I’m just like every other kid,’ As regional youth ambassador, Grosse Pointe Woods boy raises awareness after own diagnosis with Type 1 diabetes,” and third place in the breaking/ spot news category for the story, “Gearheads make district history scoring silver medals at international competition.”
“We work so hard on these stories, so it’s always rewarding to be recognized by our peers,” Moran said.
Alyssa Ochss, staff writer for the Fraser-Clinton Township Chronicle, Mount Clemens-ClintonHarrison Journal and the St. Clair Shores Sentinel, took home second place in the breaking/spot news category of the Excellence in Journalism awards for the story “Priests move to close St. Germaine despite
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF SHELBY MACOMB, MICHIGAN
ORDINANCE NO. 305
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 54 OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF SHELBY CODE OF ORDINANCE ARTICLES I, II AND III TO REVISE REQUIRMENTS FOR LICENSING PEDDLER AND SOLICTION ACTIVITIES IN THE TOWNSHIP; TO AMEND CHAPTER 26 ARTICLE V TO ADOPT THE 2021 INTERNATION FIRE CODE; AMEND CHAPTER 50 ARTICLE II TO AMEND RULES AND REGULATIONS OF TOWNSHIP PARKS AND PROVIDE REPEALER AND SEVERABLILITY.
IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF SHELBY:
Section 1. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-51 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows: It shall be unlawful for any person, either as principal or an agent, employee or representative of or any other person not licensed as provided in this division, to engage in the business of hawking, peddling, vending or soliciting without having frst obtained a license in the manner provided in this division. No person shall engage in the activity of hawking, peddling, vending or soliciting any foods or foodstuffs, except unprocessed vegetables, fruits or perishable farm products raised or produced by the seller on the premises where offered for sale, unless the person shall have obtained from the county health department a certifcate as proof of compliance with applicable health regulations of the state and county, and unless such person obtains a license as provided for in this division.
Section 2. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-52 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
fundraising,” and fourth place in the community/local news reporting category for “St. Clair Shores leaders respond to double voting allegations.”
Ochss said she’s “happy and honored” to receive the awards.
“I worked hard on the two pieces I turned in and I’m glad they were recognized,” she said.
Dean Vaglia, staff writer for the Fraser-Clinton Township Chronicle, the Macomb Township Chronicle and Mount Clemens-Clinton-Harrison Journal, won second place in the environment reporting category for “Animals of Metro Detroit.”
“Winning an environmental reporting award for my series on animals surprised me at first, but these stories have inspired more calls, emails and letters from readers than any of my other articles, both with C & G and at other publications. Deer, coyotes and birds in the sky capture the curiosity of Michiganders young and old. By using my position to explore these animals and their place within metro Detroit’s ecosystems, readers are able to have their curiosities satisfied, their worlds expanded and be a better neighbor with the many creatures that also call the region their home,” Vaglia said.
“In a year that began with an explosion and ended with an election, 2024 has been taxing for myself and the C & G newsroom as a whole. Being recognized by the SPJ for my work is a high honor, and I thank the judges for their selections and my peers for pushing me to perform my best,” he added.
The Society of Professional Journalists — originally established on April 17, 1909, as Sigma Delta Chi — is dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and promoting high standards of ethical behavior.
The Michigan Press Association was founded in 1868 and promotes the power of print and the public’s right to know.
Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
(a) Contents. Any person desiring to engage in the business of hawking, peddling, vending or soliciting within the township shall make an application to the township clerk in the manner and form prescribed by the clerk and shall state, under oath, such facts as shall be relevant to the granting of such license, including but not limited to the following:
(1) The name and address of the applicant and whether the application is being made by the applicant as principal, or as agent, representative or employee of any other person.
(2) The name and address of the person requesting the license, if the application is made by any agent, representative or employee.
(3) A brief description of the nature of the business proposed to be conducted and of the goods or services to be sold.
(4) A brief description of the method by which the goods or services will be sold, including the number of persons who will be engaged in such activity, in the employ of, or on behalf of the applicant, and the names and addresses of all such persons.
(5) The location and address of the sites at which the proposed activity will occur and whether the activity will occur at any lawful event organized, established or conducted by the applicant.
(6) If the applicant proposes to engage in such activity at any lawful event organized, established or conducted by the applicant, whether there will be other persons engaged in such activity in their own behalf, and not as employees, agents or representatives of the applicant, at the event.
(7) The length of time for which the license is requested.
(8) If a vehicle is to be used in the activity, a description, together with the license number and such other information as the clerk may request.
(9) A copy of the applicant’s current driver’s license.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
MAY 28-29
Calling all Twelves: A Salon Special Showing: View and drive 1932-1939 Packard Twin Six and Twelve automobiles, open to public 7 a.m.-10 p.m. May 28 and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. May 29, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, (586) 739-4800, packardprovinggrounds.org/2025salon
MAY 30-31
Church yard sale: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Crossroads Community Church, 2690 Auburn Road in Shelby Township, (586) 731-5690
JUNE 1
Super Sunday Event: 50-plus vendors with arts and crafts, antiques, flea market items, plant sale, silent auction, live music by Birds Eye Blue and tours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Greater Washington Area Historical Society, 58230 Van Dyke Ave., (248) 652-2458, washhistsoc.org, also plant sale from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and tours from 1-4 p.m. at nearby Octagon House, 57500 Van Dyke Ave., (586) 7810084, octagonhouse.org
JUNE 7
Set the PACE 5K: 9 a.m. for runners and 9:15 a.m. for walkers, Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Drive in Shelby Township, all proceeds benefit PACE Southeast Michigan (provides all-inclusive health care services to low-income older adults in region), runsignup.com,
(10) A statement of all assumed names or business names under which the applicant has conducted any business during the preceding three years, and the place, time and location at which the business was conducted.
(11) A statement as to whether the applicant has ever fled for, or been adjudicated a bankrupt.
(12) A statement as to whether the applicant has been convicted or held responsible for any municipal, county, state or federal infraction or crime.
(13) A statement as to whether the applicant has ever been granted a license to engage in the business of hawking, vending or soliciting in the township on any prior occasion.
(14) Evidence of the procurement of a state license or permit, if one is required under any statute or administration rule of any state agency, and that pursuant to Public Act No. 292 of 1988 (MCL 445.371 et seq., MSA 19.691 et seq.) a license has been issued by the county treasurer as a transient merchant.
(15) An acknowledgement that the applicant will not conduct business at addresses on the township’s “No Soliciting” list.
(b) Disposition. The township clerk shall, within ten fve days of the date on which the application is made, either grant or deny the application for a license required under the terms of this division.
(c) Basis for grant of license. The license shall be granted if it is determined that:
(1) The application is free from any fraud, misrepresentation or other materially false statement of fact.
(2) The persons named in the application, as owner, applicant or manager, are of good moral character.
(3) The persons named in the application, as owner, applicant or manager, are of good business integrity and fnancial responsibility.
(4) The business for which the application is being made will not
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Packards & Pints: Beer, wine and cocktail samples, live entertainment, tour historic cars and buildings, food for purchase, and more, 7 p.m. (VIP at 6 p.m.), Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, packardsandpints.com
JUNE 10
Golf tournament fundraiser: Proceeds support Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce’s programs and services, registration and continental breakfast from 8-8:45 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m., boxed lunch on course, banquet buffet at 3 p.m., and awards and mixer at 3:30 p.m., Cherry Creek Golf Club, 52000 Cherry Creek Drive in Shelby Township, (248) 651-6700, rrc-mi.com
JUNE 11
Shelby Township Fine Art Society meeting: 6:30-9 p.m., Shelby Township Activities Center, 14975 21 Mile Road, (586) 243-2056
JUNE 12-14
Community Yard Sale: Inaugural event organized by member of Utica Parks and Recreation Commission, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes 100 townhouses in Village Square Cooperative, 45510 Kensington St. in Utica, also look for signs for other sellers at homes throughout city June 13-14
be operated in such a manner as to constitute a breach of the peace or other danger to the public health, safety, morals or general welfare of the township and its citizens.
(5) The business for which the application is made will be lawful and lawfully operated.
If the application is for a hawker’s or vendor’s license, the applicant shall submit a letter from the owner of the property, or from each owner if such activity will occur at more than one place, giving the applicant permission to vend or hawk from such location.
(d) Investigations.
(1) Character and business responsibility. An applicant shall submit a background check for him or herself and for all employees issued an identifcation badge. The township clerk may forward such application to the police department, who shall cause an investigation to be made of the applicant’s character and business responsibility. After such investigation, the chief of police shall endorse upon the application his approval or disapproval, and the reason, and return the application to the township clerk. If no disapproval is given by the police department within ten days, the clerk may issue the license to the applicant
(2) Compliance with zoning ordinance. The clerk may concurrently forward a copy of the application to the planning director, who shall determine whether the proposed activity complies with the township zoning ordinance, as amended. The planning director shall endorse his approval or disapproval on the application and return it to the township clerk. If no disapproval is received by the clerk within ten days, the clerk may issue the license to the applicant.
(e) Multiple vendors at single event.
(1) Vendors not affliated with organizer. If two or more persons engage in the activity of hawking, peddling, vending or soliciting at any lawful event or sale organized or conducted
by any other person, each person engaging in such activity shall obtain a license as required under this division.
(2) Vendors affliated with organizer. A person organizing or conducting any such event or sale at which any other person will engage in any hawking, peddling, vending or soliciting may obtain an application for all such persons to be completed by the person who will engage in the activity, and may further post the bond required in this division on behalf of such person.
(f) No soliciting list.
(1) It shall be unlawful for peddling or soliciting to be conducted at any address listed on the township’s “No Soliciting” list.
(2) Upon the approval by the board of trustees of a petition for a prohibition of door-to-door solicitors fled with the township clerk for any area of the township, any license issued under this article shall be limited by its terms to exclude addresses of the township listed as “No Soliciting”.
(3) The township clerk shall provide a new licensee with a list of addresses marked “No Soliciting” and shall notify existing licensees of any updates to that list.
(4) A petition to add an address to the “No Solicitors” list may be made by an individual land owner; or, by the board of directors of a homeowner’s association or condominium association, provided that the petition includes a certifcation that they have the authority to act for their membership.
(5) The clerk shall verify the content of any petition fled and make a recommendation to the board of trustees regarding its approval or denial.
(6) To have an address removed from the “No Solicitors” list a landowner must notify the township clerk in writing of that intention, and the clerk shall be authorized to comply by removing that address from the “No Solicitors” list after notifying any association or group that petitioned for the original designation.
Section 3. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-53 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby deleted in its entirety.
Section 4. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-54 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
The applicant for a license under this division shall also may be required to deposit with the township treasurer a cash bond and pay a license fee in an amount established by resolution of the township board. The Any license fee, sales fee, and required cash bond and license fee shall be paid at the time the application is made. If the license is denied, the township clerk shall return the bond and fee to the applicant within one week after the refund appears on the next possible bill run.
Section 5. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-55 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
A license under this division shall be valid for not more than one year from its date of issuance.
All licenses issued under this division are valid from the date of issuance through December 31st of each year.
Section 6. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-58 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
(a) Any license under this division may be suspended revoked by the township clerk for not more than ten days when the clerk has probable cause to believe that:(1)A licensee has made a materially false statement on an application for a license.(2)A licensee has conducted or is conducting a business in an unlawful manner, or in such a manner as to constitute a breach of the peace. The township clerk shall issue a written notice of revocation to the licensee and include the grounds for revocation, the effective date of revocation and that the licensee may request in writing, within 20 days of the date of notice of revocation, an appeal hearing before the township board. If not appealed the revocation shall take effect 21 days after the date of revocation.
(b)The township board shall review the action of the township clerk before the expiration of the suspension period. The licensee shall be notifed reasonably of the time and place of the hearing and shall be given an opportunity to be heard. The township board may reinstate or revoke the license, as the facts may warrant; but such action shall be taken within ten days of the hearing.
Upon receipt of a request for appeal, the township board shall provide the licensee with notice and opportunity to be heard. The township board shall serve notice upon the licensee by certifed mail, not less than 20 days prior to the hearing date. The notice shall state:
(1) The date, time and place of the hearing.
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2) A statement that the licensee may present evidence and testimony, and may be represented by an attorney
(3) The hearing shall be conducted by the township board and shall be open to the public. The township board shall submit to the licensee a written statement of its fndings, decision, specifc grounds for its decision, and a statement that the decision may be appealed to a court of competent jurisdiction.
Section 7. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-59 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
Except as to fairs, carnivals and events organized as provided in section 54-52, licensees shall engage in the activity of hawking, peddling,
vending or soliciting only during the hours between sunrise and sunset 8:00 a.m and 8:00 p.m.
Section 8. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-60 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows: Licenses identifcation badges issued under this division shall bear the name, photo and address of the person to whom issued, the company name and a valid through date of December 31st of the current year the number of the license, the date issued and date of expiration and a general description of the licensee, and shall be signed by the township clerk.
Section 9. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-61 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
An licensee The identifcation badges issued under this division shall be worn and visible have in his possession a copy of the license at all times in which the licensee is hawking, vending, soliciting and peddling and shall be produced, upon request of any township police offcer., display the license
Section 10. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-63 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
Deposits made with the township treasurer as required by section 54-54 shall be subject to claims in all cases where a suit has been brought against the applicant and garnishment proceedings brought against the deposit.
Any bond deposits in the hands of the township treasurer shall be returned to the applicant six three months after the expiration of the license.
Section 11. Chapter 54, Article II, Section 54-64 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
(a) Registered direct shipment solicitors. This division shall not apply to persons canvassing for orders which will be flled by direct shipment from manufacturers located outside the state provided each person so doing shall register his name and address and the name and address of the manufacturer with the township clerk each day the canvasser is in the township and designates the area of the township in which the activities will be pursued.
(b) Resident service personnel and veterans. Every honorably discharged member of the military Coast Guard, soldier, sailor or marine of the military or naval service of the United States who is a resident of this state and who is a veteran of any war in which the United States has been or shall be a participant shall have the right to hawk, vend and peddle his own goods, wares and merchandise within the township by procuring a license from the township clerk as provided in this division. Upon presentation of a copy of a veteran’s license duly issued by the county clerk certifying that the applicant is a veteran entitled to hawk, vend or peddle his own goods, the township clerk shall issue a license without cost to the applicant; however, the applicant shall post the cash bond deposit required by section 54-54.
(c) Charitable or nonproft corporation. The township clerk may issue to any charitable or nonproft corporation, duly organized under the laws of this state, a license, required under this division without cost to the applicant; however, the application shall be completed and fled as provided in this division, and the cash bond deposit shall be made as required in this division.
Section 12. Chapter 26, Article III, Sections 54-101 through 54-128 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby deleted in its entirety.
Section 13. Chapter 26, Article IV, Section 26-151 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows.
There is adopted, pursuant to the provisions of section 23 of Public Act No. 359 of 1947 (MCL 42.23, MSA 5.46(23)), by the township for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property by fre or explosion, the 2015 21International Fire Code and Appendix D, as published by the International Code Council. Copies of this adopted code is on fle in the offce of the clerk, all of which is adopted by reference and incorporated in this section as fully as if it was set out at length; and the complete provisions of such codes shall be controlling within the limits of the township except as amended in this article.
Section 14. Chapter 26, Article IV, Section 26-152 of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows.
The 2015 21 edition of the International Fire Code is amended as follows:
104.1.2. Rules and regulations specifed. All rules promulgated under the authority of 104.1 shall have the same effect and enforceability as any other provision of this code. Such promulgated rules and regulations shall include but not be limited to:
A. The requirements identifed as the Shelby Township Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division Construction Requirements.
B. All regulations promulgated by, and on fle at, the Shelby Township Fire Department, including but not limited to the following subjects:
1. Fire Protection Systems;
2. Fire Alarm Systems;
3. Fire Protection for Gasoline Dispensing Devices;
4. Fire Protection for Commercial Cooking Equipment;
5. Open Burning;
6. Safe Operations/Maintenance at Gasoline Stations;
7. Emergency Planning and Preparedness;
8. Hazardous Chemical Reporting (Right-to-Know);
9. Draftstopping;
10. No Parking — Fire Lane Signs;
11. Key Safe;
12. Yard Hydrant Identifcation;
13. Smoke Vent Identifcation; 14. Hazardous Stack Marking; 15. Fire Hydrant Impact Protection; 16. Fire Hydrant Access Gates; 17. Fire Apparatus Access Roads;
18. Addresses and Thoroughfare Signs; 19. Utility Meter and Appliance Impact Protection; 20. Security Gates — Emergency Operation; 21. Tents and Other Membrane Structures; 22. Temporary and Portable Cooking Facilities; 23. Consumer Fireworks Sales; 24. Fireworks Displays; 25. Proximate Audience Pyrotechnics; 26. Special Amusement Buildings; 27. Indoor Art & Craft Fairs, Festivals, and Similar Events; and 28. Outdoor Carnivals, Festivals, Fairs, and Similar Events. C. Shelby Township Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division, Fire Marshal Bulletins.
107.2.1. Test and inspection records. Beginning January 1, 2024, all inspection and test reports relating to the requirements of this Code shall be electronically transmitted to the fre department within ten days, through an electronic information data manager designated by the township to facilitate the collection and transmission of such reports. The reports shall be in a format designated by the electronic information data manager.
107.2.1.1. Registration required. Effective January 1, 2024 every service provider shall be registered with, and approved by, the fre marshal and comply with this subsection in order to perform any inspections and/or tests within the township. No fee shall be assessed for registering as required by this subsection. Failure to comply with this subsection shall be punishable frst by a written warning notice, followed for subsequent violations by the issuance of a municipal civil infraction punishable as set forth in section 1 of the Township Code. The fre chief shall designate, and the electronic information data manager shall advise each service provider and affected entities or properties of, the inspections and tests for which the requirements of this subsection will apply. By way of example and not limitation, the requirements of this subsection will apply to fre alarm inspections, fre pump tests and inspections or testing of sprinkler systems. The fre chief may only waive the electronic reporting requirements of this subsection for cases of extreme hardship outside the control of the company or entity that performed the inspection and/or test.
107.2.1.2. Approved service providers. Effective January 1, 2024, every business subject to fre inspection and/or tests within the township shall utilize a service provider that has registered with, and been approved by, the fre marshal. A list of such providers shall be made available at no charge upon request by a business within the township and will be periodically updated on the township’s website. Inspections and/or tests that are conducted in violation of this subsection shall not be accepted or deemed valid for purposes of compliance with the Code. A service provider may only be disapproved or removed from the approved registrations for good cause, which includes but is not limited to, lack of technological capability to comply with this subsection; refusal to comply with this subsection; a history of noncompliance without reliable assurance of future compliance; indebtedness to the township’s property maintenance violations; convictions, pleas, or actions involving fraud or moral turpitude; and such other good cause as the fre chief may establish in an operating guideline and which is reasonably related to the protection of the public health, safety and welfare.
506.1 Special Equipment. This section shall be amended in its entirety to read as follows:
Knox Box. All new construction, remodeling or change of ownership that has a sprinkler system, fre alarm, or kitchen suppression system shall provide a Knox Box security system. Buildings over 100,000 square feet may be required to have more than one Knox Box if the riser room is not located on the street side of the building. The fre code offcial will deem the proper location(s) for the Knox Box. When the occupancy is serviced by a fre sprinkler system, the Knox Box may be located over the FDC (fre department connection).
507.5.1 Hydrants. This section shall be amended in its entirety to read as follows:
Installation.
1. At no time shall any water main be less than six inches in diameter. A minimum of eight-inch water main shall be installed in R-3, R-4, and small-scale assembly, business, educational and mercantile groups. A minimum of 12-inch water main shall be installed for all large-scale (total foor area of all buildings in the complex which exceeds 50,000 square feet) assembly, business, educational, R-1, R-2, and mercantile use groups. All factory, high-hazard, institutional and storage use groups shall be provided with a minimum water main of 12 inches.
2. A. Hydrants shall be installed along the water main right-of-
way and shall be spaced not more than 500 feet apart.
B. When any part of a building or structure, except singlefamily residential, is located more than 250 feet, with no obstruction, from a municipal fre hydrant in a public rightof-way, any additional water main(s) and hydrant(s) shall be provided at the expense of the property owner.
3. When a municipal water system is not available at the time of construction, the provisions of this section shall be met as soon as the water system is made available to the property owner.
4. Fire Department Connection must be within 50’ to 100’ of a hydrant.
Approval. The Fire Marshal shall review and approve the size of the water main and the placement of all fre hydrants on public or private property prior to the installation of the new redesigned water main. A copy of the approved engineering plan shall be retained by the fre prevention bureau and the township engineering frm.
State Law reference— Destruction of fre department property, MCL 750.377b, MSA 28.609(2).
Obstructions. It shall be unlawful to obscure from view, damage, deface, obstruct or restrict the access to any fre hydrant located on public or private streets and access lanes or on private property. Immediate access to all fre hydrants shall be maintained at all times and without obstruction by fences, bushes, shrubs, trees, walls, mailboxes, stones, signs or any other objects. Vehicles shall be considered an obstruction if stopped, standing or parked within 15 feet either side of the front side of any fre hydrant.
Residential fre hydrants shall not have an obstruction within four feet around the hydrants with no obstruction in front. Commercial fre hydrants shall not have an obstruction within six feet around the hydrant with no obstruction in front. If, upon the expiration of the time mentioned in a notice of violation, obstructions or encroachments are not removed, the code offcial shall proceed to remove the same. Cost incurred in the performance of necessary work shall be paid from the municipal treasury, and the legal authority of the Charter Township of Shelby shall institute appropriate action for the recovery of all costs. Use and Tampering. It shall be prohibited for any unauthorized person to tamper with or use a fre hydrant without frst obtaining the written approval of the Shelby Township Water Department. When written approval is obtained, the Fire Marshal shall be notifed of the provisions affecting the use of the fre hydrant; and the individual shall have the written approval on site and immediately available to the code offcial upon request.
903.4.2 Flow Alarms. This section shall be amended in its entirety to read as follows:
All fow alarms indicating alerting devices associated with automatic sprinkler suppression systems shall be both audible and visual. This shall include interior and exterior alarms.
Connection Devices. All fre department connections shall have an indicating/alerting device (horn and strobe). The height requirement shall be eight to ten feet over the fre department connection.
Section 15. Chapter 50, Article II, Section 50-34(c) of the Charter Township of Shelby Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows.
Alcoholic beverages No bBeer or wine shall may be consumed in the park. from April 1 through June 15 of each year. After June 15, and only beer and wine shall be allowed in the park, and only as provided in this division and in accordance with age limits of state law.
Section 16. SEVERABILITY
If any section, subsection, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and independent portion of this Ordinance, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. Section17. REPEAL
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in confict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
Section 18. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Ordinance shall be effective Thirty (30) days from the date of publication hereof.
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the foregoing is a true and complete copy of Ordinance No. _______ duly adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Shelby at a Regular Meeting held on ___________________, 2025, pursuant to and in full compliance with the Open Meetings Act, being Act 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and that the minutes of said meeting were kept and will be made available as required by said Act.
Permanent part-time Park Maintenance Personnel position, $18.37 - $22.92 hourly (32 hours per week) includes benefit package. Successful completion of Civil Service Examination(s) is required, and applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Employees Civil Service Ordinance, as well as possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record. Pre-employment background investigation and substance abuse testing is required. Interested, applicants must submit application to the Clinton Township Employees Civil Service Commission, 40700 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038 on or before the close of business, Monday, June 9, 2025. The Charter Township of Clinton is an Equal Opportunity Employer, applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability. For further information pertaining to this position or to download employment application please refer to www.clintontownship.com, click on employment.
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Permanent full-time Utility Worker position, $48,484 - $64,230 annually (40 Hours per week) includes benefit package. Successful completion of Civil Service Examination is required, and applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Employees Civil Service Ordinance, possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record. Pre-employment background investigation and substance abuse testing is required. Interested, applicants must submit application to the Clinton Township Employees Civil Service Commission, 40700 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038 on or before the close of business, Monday, June 9, 2025. The Charter Township of Clinton is an Equal Opportunity Employer, applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability. For further information pertaining to this position or to download employment application please refer to www.clintontownship.com, click on employment.
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Paint plant prowler
MOUNT CLEMENS — On April 16 at around 7:50 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the Axalta paint factory at 400 N. Groesbeck Highway to investigate a man pounding on and damaging cars in the parking lot.
Deputies encountered a 23-year-old Hazel Park man who reportedly admitted to it “immediately” when asked if he was the one pounding on cars. He was detained, read his rights and did not speak further with deputies.
Deputies then spoke with a security guard who initially spoke with the 23-year-old near the front of the building. The Hazel Park man was trying to enter the factory and told the guard he was from “homeland security.” He demanded to be let into the factory, said he was looking for dead children and informed the guard, “You are all going to hell.”
The guard then called 911 and returned to his patrol car. The guard observed the man trying to open various cars around the lot. The man then tried to open the guard’s car door, punched and spat on the window, broke the mirror and made threats.
The Hazel Park man was taken to the Macomb County Jail.
Who let the dogs out?
MOUNT CLEMENS — On April 15 at around 5:10 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the 20 block of Meadle Street in response to a report about loose dogs.
Deputies found four small dogs running outside of the property. They reportedly managed to corral them into the home after some time and with the help of a neighbor.
A juvenile resident of the home gave deputies the name of the dogs’ owner. Deputies passed the homeowner’s information along to Mount Clemens Animal Control for possible violations.
Ransacked car
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On April 11, Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies met with a 73-year-old Harrison Township woman about a theft at her home.
At around 8:45 a.m., the woman walked out to her car and noticed items that were stored in the car were laying on the ground outside of it. All compartments inside the car were opened and the contents were tossed around.
The only reported missing item was a $10 umbrella. The woman told deputies the car was left unlocked.
Truck bed on fire
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On April 28 at around 5:30 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were
truck on fire.
The truck’s owner, a 40-year-old Macomb Township man, pulled into the driveway when his family alerted him that his truck’s bed was on fire. He called 911 after failing to put the fire out with a garden hose.
The Macomb Township Fire Department extinguished the fire and examined the truck, noticing a large amount of dry pine needles in the bed.
Equipment violation
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On April 25 at around 10 a.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies performed a traffic stop near the intersection of Hall Road and Romeo Plank Road.
Deputies pulled over a gold-colored Chevy Tahoe for an equipment violation as the vehicle did not have a muffler. The driver, a 62-year-old Pontiac man, told deputies he was unaware of the muffler situation as he was borrowing the car.
The man told deputies he did not have a valid license, which was confirmed by running a check on the man’s state ID. The man was told to find a licensed driver to pick up the vehicle.
Thief takes dessert
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 8:06 p.m. on April 29, a case of retail fraud was reported in the 25000 block of Harper Avenue.
An 18-year-old woman was working the counter at a business when the suspect walked in. He indicated he wanted a full cheesecake, and she grabbed it for him. As soon as the cheesecake was on the counter, the suspect took it without paying and drove away in a silver vehicle.
The employee indicated that she told the suspect he had to pay, but he ignored her and continued through the door. The owner, a 41-year-old man, had video surveillance and he gave the still shots to police.
The cheesecake was valued at $69.96.
Police arrest drunken driver
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 9:43 p.m. April 20, police officers from Shelby Township were dispatched to the area of West Utica and Ryan roads for a be-on-thelookout for a possible drunken driver in the area.
An officer observed the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The officer met with the driver who advised that he did not speak English, according to police. The officer was able to translate and explained the reason for the traffic stop. After a series of field sobriety tests, the driver was arrested for operating while intoxicated.
The driver was processed and lodged at the Shelby Township Police Department until he was sober and could be released.
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 6:20 p.m. April 20, police from Shelby Township responded to a rollover crash at Shelby Parkway and 23 Mile Road. An officer met with the driver involved in the crash and could smell an odor of intoxicants on his breath. The driver was put through a series of field sobriety tests and then refused a preliminary breath test. The driver was arrested for operating while intoxicated. The driver was booked and lodged at the Shelby Township Police Department. This was the driver’s second OWI arrest.
Resident reports credit card fraud
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 6:02 p.m. April 27, a woman came into the lobby of the Shelby Township Police Department to report her credit card information had been stolen. The woman stated that she went to a local car wash in Shelby Township and signed up for the unlimited wash club. The woman stated that soon after signing up, she received a fraud alert on her phone. The woman declined the charge of $33.53 and was able to get the name and phone number of the person attempting to use her credit card. The case was turned over to the Police Department’s detective bureau. A detective searched the phone number and found a suspect. The suspect was questioned and finally admitted to using the credit card to order food, according to the police report. The case was turned over to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office to be reviewed for charges.
Vehicle theft attempted
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A 32-year-old Detroit man was suspected in an attempted vehicle theft in the 100 block of Lake Shore Road at around 11:41 a.m. April 30. The victim and his co-worker were doing landscaping at the home when they told police the suspect entered the victim’s vehicle and started rummaging through the center console, apparently in search of the keys. The victim asked the suspect what he was doing, and he said the suspect exited his vehicle and started running westbound on Lake Shore toward Fisher Road. The victim said nothing was missing from the vehicle. He provided police with a cellphone photo he took of the suspect.
Suspect sought for retail fraud
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — An unknown woman is said to have stolen a bottle of Hennessy 25th Anniversary valued at $119 from a store in the 18300 block of Mack Avenue at around 7:44 p.m. April 27. According to a police report, a store employee confronted the suspect and retrieved a bottle of Remy Martin alcohol valued at $63.36 that the suspect had attempted to take without paying for it, but it wasn’t until employees
they realized the suspect had taken a second bottle of liquor as well, and possibly some prepared food. The store employee said the same suspect had been arrested for a similar offense at the business last summer.
Man cited for disorderly conduct GROSSE POINTE FARMS — An officer on patrol stopped a 44-year-old Detroit man in the 400 block of Moross Road at
