6/12/25 Rochester Post by C & G Newspapers

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PET BOARDING OFFERS SAFETY, SECURITY

County warns of possible measles exposure at Rochester Hills medical office

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER HILLS — A measles exposure site has been confirmed in Rochester Hills, according to the Oakland County Health Division.

Officials say anyone who visited the medical office building at 3950 S. Rochester Road, near South Boulevard, between 8 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. June 3 may have been exposed.

At press time, Oakland County had one confirmed case of measles so far this year, while Michigan had 10 confirmed cases of measles, according to a Michigan Department of Health and Human Services dashboard last updated June 2.

“We’re ready for the next cases, because they are coming,” said Kate Guzman, a registered nurse and public health administrator for Oakland County. “Measles is sweeping across the nation. The peak of the cases in the southwest seems to be subsiding, but we still have cases moving across the country. And it is

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TAKE IT EASY, RIDER

FATHER AND SON BUILD THEIR

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‘CAPTAIN AMERICA’ EBICYCLE

BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — David Royce was a kid in 1969 when the movie “Easy Rider” was released.

His favorite part of the film was the custombuilt Harley-Davidson Panhead chopper motorcycle, “Captain America,” that Peter Fonda’s character, Wyatt, rode across the country.

David owned a Schwinn Sting-Ray bicycle at the time. But whenever he gazed at promotional posters of “Easy Rider,” he wished for his own motorcycle with similar features.

Now he’s “racing with the wind” because David finally has his own replica of Fonda’s “Easy

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TOP: David Royce, left, and his son, Grant, of Rochester Hills, spent about 2 1/2 years making the custom-built “Captain America” electric bicycle. BOTTOM: David Royce fashioned the e-bike after the Harley-Davidson Panhead chopper motorcycle “Captain America” that Peter Fonda’s character rode in the 1969 movie “Easy Rider.”

Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

Library opens the book on summer reading challenge

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Summer is upon us, and with it comes a host of free time to fill.

The Rochester Hills Public Library is inviting children, teens and adults to spend their summer engaged in books and other fun programming at the library.

This year’s summer reading challenge, which runs June 14-Aug. 9, kicks off noon-2 p.m. Saturday, June 14, with free family fun at the library. Guests can enjoy ice cream, inflatables, a nonprofit fair, a potting bench offering propagated plants from the library’s own collection and more.

“We have just one summer reading program for everyone,” said Betsy Raczkowski, head of the library’s communications and community engagement. “We try really hard to make it accessible for all ages, so everybody signs up for the same program.”

Patrons can visit rhpl.beanstack.org or download the Beanstack app and sign up using an active library card. Households can make one account and add

SAFETY AND SMILES

ABOVE: Rochester Police Patrol Officer and Evidence Technician Merlin Taylor shows Vivienne Kardes, 3, with her dad Michael Kardes of Oakland Township, her hand print.

LEFT: Volunteer Ryan Slonka, of Lake Orion, shows how to inspect your bike tires to see if they need air with Aarush Hemnani, 5, of Rochester Hills and his mom Khushbu Hemnani.

Photos by Erin Sanchez

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 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

Above photo by David Meier

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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Bike

Rider” motorcycle. He and his son, Grant, custom built their own “Captain America” electric bicycle.

“It was a boyhood dream,” David said. “It’s a tribute to the chopper movement.”

It took the Rochester Hills duo about 2 1/2 years to make the electric vehicle from scratch. A lot of planning went into it. During the process and with various materials, the guys created a few prototypes before completing the final version of the electric bicycle.

The e-bike is equipped with many modern-day safety features, including front and rear hydraulic disc brakes. David and Grant installed an electric motor in the rear hub to assist with the pedaling.

Each part of the bike serves a purpose. Two batteries help make the e-bike run. A larger battery is for propulsion, which David said is the pedal assist. A smaller battery operates the LED lighting system, which includes glow lights of different colors. The e-bike features fishtail exhaust pipes, and David even purchased a stars-and-stripes helmet like Fonda’s “Easy Rider” character. The license plate reads “Grant’s Garage.”

Grant, 17, is an avid bicyclist. He was a member of the Rochester United Mountain Bike Racing Team while in school. The Rochester High School senior graduated last month and will now be a coach for the team. David knows quite a bit about working with machinery. His first career was as an aircraft mechanic. He eventually went back to school and earned a mechanical engineering design degree.

Building their own “Captain America” e-bike chopper required the pair to enroll in several classes at Maker Works in Ann Arbor, where they became skilled in woodworking, welding and more.

“We both did a little bit of everything. We had to cut and weld and design each piece,” Grant said. “I think it was a really good interpretation of the concept my dad had. I think it turned out really well.”

While building the bike, the father and son frequented salvage yards to look for motorcycle and car parts, which Grant described as “very interesting.” The handlebars, for instance, are from an old Harley-Davidson they found.

“We had to make adapters to go inside the handlebars to accept these,” David said. “A really fun part of the project was adapting motorcycle stuff to a bicycle application and adapting old stuff to new technology. We traipsed over a lot of old motorcycles that were scrapped out.”

father and son went to local

Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

The e-bicycle can go as fast as 25 mph. The bike will travel about 20 miles after it is charged. It’s a single-seater, but aesthetically it’s made to look like a two-seater.

“The seat on the back is more just for looks,” Grant said.

The bike did have some professional work done.

“The paint job was done at a professional place,” David said. “There’s some purchased parts — the tires, the fenders. The batteries are purchased.”

David and Grant also have another ebicycle, so they often go riding together on both vehicles in good weather. David loves to cruise to downtown Rochester and one stop is always O’Connor’s Public House. He also rides “Captain America” to work, a 4-mile commute from home. The unique bike always starts a conversation. Many people initially think it’s a motorcycle.

“Everywhere we go, we get all kinds of compliments from people. It’s so much fun. Every day people yell, ‘What a cool bike,’” David said. “The prime one had to be I was riding to the gym and I had the glow lights on for the evening. The high school boys working at the burger place stuck their heads out of the drive-thru and yelled, ‘Dude, that thing is awesome.’”

David remembers his first cruise on the bike.

“It was wonderful. It was a great feeling,” he said. “First I rode it on pedals, and then I rode it with electric-motor assist. It was very smooth.”

David, an Air Force veteran, said “it was very special” to tackle the project with his son.

“He was very attentive. He was very patient in taking these classes while we meticulously went through every safety precaution. I do believe he learned a lot,” David said. “There are some skills you just can’t learn online, like when you’re operating the mill to cut away metal. You have to feel that with your hands. You can’t teach that on YouTube or LinkedIn or anything else.”

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salvage yards to find parts for the e-bike. “Grant’s Garage” is a reminder of the work that went into building the electric bicycle.

NEWS & NOTES

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Rochester Christian University receives $400,000 grant to support ministries in rural and small towns

ROCHESTER — Rochester Christian University is partnering with Pepperdine University in a $7.5 million grant Pepperdine received from Lilly Foundation Inc. to “empower and equip congregations in rural areas and small towns by providing professional development, networking and spiritual support.”

The grant for RCU is part of Pepperdine University’s national program to strengthen the leadership of ministers and lay leaders in small towns and rural churches, funded by the gift from the Lilly Endowment.

The $400,000 grant will help RCU identify, recruit and partner with Church of Christ congregations in the Great Lakes region. Each congregational cohort will contain a mixture of ministers and lay leaders who will embark on a communal learning and equipping journey, which includes six weekend intensives taught by Keith Huey, grant program director.

Naomi Walters, dean of RCU’s School of Theology and Ministry, will oversee the initiative. “Ministers are tired, concerned about long-term congregational vitality, and convinced that the future of most congregations will include a significant reliance on volunteers to teach, preach and engage in other practices of ministry,” she said in a press release. “The grant activities are structured to equip persons other than the minister to share in the work that has traditionally been assigned to the minister.”

The three-year project, which will begin in August, will focus on:

Leadership Preparation and Support: Providing universitylevel biblical education for lay leaders and ministers.

Congregational Strength and Vitality: Inviting lay leaders into the cohorts alongside ministers so that capability and curiosity will be more diffused throughout the congregation.

Community Involvement and Collaboration: Helping the congregation discern the ways God is already working within its local community and how God might be calling them to partner in that work.

For more information, email churchrelations@rcu.edu.

Detroit Lions Legend Eddie Murray to host 2025 Hope Network Golf Classic

ROCHESTER HILLS — The 11th annual Hope Network Golf Classic, hosted by Detroit Lions legend Eddie Murray, will take place on Monday, June 16, at the Oakland University Golf & Learning Center in Rochester Hills. The golf outing supports the Hope Network Foundation’s Greatest Need Fund, which helps offset costs in behavioral health service lines across the state. Participants can look forward to an auction featuring autographed memorabilia, sports tickets and golf prizes. Murray is a former NFL kicker best known for his long and successful career with the Lions. After retiring from football, Murray transitioned into a role focused on community impact. He currently serves as the director of donor relations for Hope Network. In this role, he helps engage donors and former athletes in meaningful partnerships to support the organization’s mission.

VILLAGE OFFERS FREE SUMMER ACTIVITIES

ROCHESTER HILLS — The Village of Rochester Hills invites the community to enjoy a variety of summer activities.

Each week, the village will host various events and musical performances. The free events, organizers say, are open to the public and provide something for everyone to experience, whether you’re an infant or a senior, an athlete or a musician, a fashionista or a foodie.

Upcoming events include:

Zenagain Band will perform rock music from 5-8 p.m. June 13.

Music & Me with Ms. Calissa from Sing. Play. Speak will have a theme of “Buzz. Flutter. Fly!” 10-10:45 a.m. June 16.

Music & Me with Miss Jenna will have a theme of “Snow In June” 10-10:45 a.m. June 18.

R+D Band will perform rock music 5-8 p.m. June 20.

• Music & Me with Ms. Calissa from Sing. Play. Speak will have a “Disney” theme 10-10:45 a.m. June 23.

• Music & Me with Miss Jenna will have a “Disney” theme 10-10:45 a.m. June 25.

• Bugs with Bugs on Wheels will allow guests to interact with bugs and see their favorite crawly friend 10-11 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. June 26.

• UC3 Trio Band will perform live rock music Friday, June 27, 5-8 p.m.

• Music & Me with Ms. Calissa from Sing. Play. Speak will have a “Stars & Stripes” theme Monday, June 30, 10-10:45 a.m.

All activities will take place outside in Festival Park, unless otherwise noted. All events, performances, and dates are subject to change.

Visit TheVORH.com for updates, announcements, and more information.

LOCAL STUDENTS WIN SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

ROCHESTER — Carter Finch of Rochester Christian University has received 2025 Dr. Roger McNeil Annual Scholarship Award from Rochester’s Corinthian Masonic Lodge #241, Free and Accepted Masons of Michigan.

Finch is studying nursing at Rochester Christian University. Corinthian’s McNeil Scholarship is available January through March each year. It is nonneeds and non-achievement based. It is preferably awarded to local applicants. Each year the award has been increasing in value as determined by the scholarship committee and the success of its fundraising. An application for the scholarship can be obtained by emailing 241corinthian@gmail.com.

readers all in one spot.

Library staff encourage parents of children participating to register themselves first and then add readers to their accounts to track their reading and win prizes all summer long.

Upon signing up, all participants are eligible for a free “Spread Your Library Love” lawn sign and stickers pack, which, if displayed at their residence, could earn them a prize from the library’s prize patrol.

The only rule for summer reading is to read every day — whether it’s an article, a book, an e-book, an audiobook, a graphic novel or a magazine — and track the prog-

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ress online to earn virtual reading badges for the chance to win prizes.

“You just have to log in once a week if you want, once every few weeks, whatever works for your family, and just put in the days that you read. Every week you read, you get a ticket to spend in our grand prize raffle drawing, and you can select your own prizes that you want to win,” Raczkowski said.

Library staff say the summer reading program allows patrons to enjoy books of their choice, at their own pace, and it also helps youth maintain their reading levels.

“We want to remind kids of all ages that reading is also a really enjoyable pastime, and so in the summer, we want families to feel like they can relax a little bit, and kids can come in and choose their own reading materials. Studies show that when chil-

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dren are able to choose their own book, they read for enjoyment longer and they don’t drop off in that reading hobby, or reading for pleasure,” Raczkiwski noted.

Wendy Lehman, head of youth services at the library, said summer is the best time for school-aged children and teens to spend time reading and enjoying books.

“It is a well-known fact that most students experience some level of summer slide during the months off of school, where students lose reading and other academic skills,” she said. “The library’s summer reading program can help students maintain and even enhance reading skills, combat learning loss, and develop a greater love of reading by encouraging daily reading of books of their choosing.”

In addition to being eligible to win

one of 50 grand prizes, everyone who participates in the library’s eight-week summer reading challenge will also receive a free book.

The Rochester Hills Public Library is located at 500 Olde Towne Road in downtown Rochester. For more information about summer reading, call (248) 6562900, visit www.rhpl.org or email help@ rhpl.org.

Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

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Awards

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 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.”

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 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 sto-

ries, “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-Clinton-Harrison 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 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 FraserClinton Township Chronicle, the Macomb Township Chronicle and Mount ClemensClinton-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.

CRIME WATCH

Driver caught with expired license plate

ROCHESTER — An officer on patrol in the area of Dequindre and Runyon conducted a license plate search of the vehicle in front of them based on the wrong color tab and found the plate was expired at approximately 7:25 p.m. June 3.

The officer conducted a traffic stop and made contact with both occupants in the vehicle. The driver provided their license, and the passenger provided a fictitious name.

Further investigation revealed the true name of the passenger, as well as a warrant for their arrest. The passenger was placed under arrest for giving false information to the police. They were transported to the Rochester Police department for processing and were released with a citation.

Car stolen from apartment complex parking lot

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 1700 block of Bedford Square for a report of a stolen car at 12:43 a.m. May 18. The victim stated the vehicle had been parked in the apartment complex’s parking lot the night prior.

House fire extinguished

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies and multiple fire departments were dispatched to the 300 block of Rose Brier for a residential structure fire at 3:41 a.m. May 19.

Deputies observed smoke and flames coming from the residence. Multiple fire departments arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. No injuries were reported. The incident remains under investigation.

Police investigate break-ins at car dealerships

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to Fox Chevrolet located in the 700 block of S. Rochester Road for a possible breaking and entering that occurred over the weekend at 6:20 a.m. May 19. The service director stated that an unknown suspect threw a patio block through a glass window. Four suspects then entered the business, and one suspect attempted to steal a Chevrolet Blazer that was in one of the bays. After being inside the business for approximately 20 seconds, all four suspects fled, and nothing was taken.

Surveillance video is being reviewed to narrow down the time of the theft. Physical evidence was located by the broken window and was submitted into property to be analyzed for DNA evidence. The suspects left in a stolen Kia Forte that was observed prior to the incident.

The day prior, a broken window was discovered at Crestview Cadillac, located next to Fox Chevrolet. Nothing was taken.

Man arrested for passing stolen checks

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were actively seeking to arrest a subject who had been passing stolen checks to local businesses in Rochester Hills. As a result of the investigation, the subject was identified but had not been arrested. The subject also had a felony warrant for his arrest for a breaking and entering offense, which had been confirmed by the Birmingham Police Department.

Deputies observed the subject, 43, of Rochester Hills, walking into the Salvation Army, 823 E. Auburn, carrying a backpack and duffle bag. Deputies set up a perimeter around the store and entered the building using both the north and south doors. The subject was located inside the store and was apprehended. Deputies searched the subject and in his backpack found additional stolen checks and stolen credit cards. The subject was arrested and lodged at the Oakland County Jail.

Deputies called to help find suspects

ROCHESTER HILLS — The Grand Blanc Police Department was pursuing a suspected intoxicated driver southbound on Interstate 75 at 3:44 a.m. May 20. The vehicle exited at Ortonville Road, struck a guardrail, and crashed. The Grand Blanc Police Department had taken one suspect into custody, and two other suspects fled on foot. The Grand Blanc Police Department requested the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office to help search for the missing suspects. A Michigan State Police trooper located one suspect and took him into custody. The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Drone Unit located another suspect, and deputies were guided to the location via radio communication. The third suspect was taken into custody without incident. The suspect was turned over to the Grand Blanc Police Department. The investigation revealed that the vehicle had been reported as stolen. The Grand Blanc Police Department will handle the investigation.

Teen found driving with a suspended license, passenger teen caught with gun

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were patrolling the Walmart parking lot, 2500 S. Adams Road, when they observed a vehicle illegally parked in a handicapped space at 6:20 p.m. May 22. Upon seeing the deputy, the driver of the vehicle drove from the lot and parked in the parking lot of an adjacent business. Based on the observed violation and suspicious behavior, the deputy

contacted the occupants.

An investigation revealed the driver, a 19-year-old man from Pontiac, had a suspended license. A search of the vehicle revealed a loaded pistol with no serial number. The passenger, an 18-year-old from Pontiac, admitted the pistol was his. The vehicle was impounded. The driver was issued an appearance ticket for driving while license suspended. The passenger was arrested and lodged at the Oakland County Jail for carrying a concealed weapon.

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Measles

not just limited to nationwide. It’s a global outbreak between travel within the United States, travel internationally, and travel within our state, so we’re definitely expecting more cases of measles in Oakland County.”

Measles can remain infectious in the air for up to two hours after an infected person leaves the room.

High-risk individuals — including those who are pregnant, unvaccinated children under age 5 and those who have a weakened immune system — who believe they were exposed can seek immune globulin treatment, which health division officials said is effective only if administered within six days of exposure.

Oakland County spokesperson Bill Mullan said those not at high risk should monitor for symptoms for 21 days — through June 24. If symptoms develop, they should call ahead before seeking medical attention.

“If people are going to the doctor, they should call them ahead of time to let them know they are concerned about exposure to measles. That way, preparations can be made for their visit at the doctor’s office,” Mullan explained.

Measles is a highly contagious, vaccinepreventable disease that is spread by direct person-to-person contact and through the air.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, symptoms of measles usually begin 7-14 days after exposure, but can appear up to 21 days after exposure. In mild cases, measles involves high fever, cough, runny nose and, at times, a raised body rash, which will start at the head and face and then move to the rest of the body. The disease, Guzman explained, can also result in serious complications, including hospitalization, pneumonia, encephalitis

and even death.

Measles is preventable with a vaccine, but health officials say vaccination rates have declined in Michigan and the U.S.

“Unfortunately, we have seen a decline in all vaccinations post COVID-19 pandemic,” said Guzman. “At the root of the measles cases we are seeing across the county is really a decline in vaccination rates for all types of vaccine preventable diseases. We usually look at measles as that canary in the coalmine that is an indicator for us that something is falling apart in the public health system, AKA, the vaccine protection that we build as communities. Measles outbreaks are the first, because it is so infectious. The fear, in public health, is that we will see more vaccine-preventable diseases on the rise as well.”

The health division recommends unvaccinated individuals ages 1 and older receive measles vaccination. Anyone who doesn’t have a record of two MMR vaccines, those unsure if they’ve been vaccinated, or those who are unsure if they’ve had measles in the past, should contact their health care provider.

“Vaccination remains our best defense against measles and is highly efficient at protecting individuals and preventing outbreaks. We urge Michigan residents, especially those planning to travel, to check their vaccination status and get the MMR vaccine if needed. Contact your health care provider as soon as possible if symptoms develop,” Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services chief medical executive, said in a statement.

The county health division can administer the MMR vaccine at its health centers in Pontiac and Southfield.

The Oakland County Health Division’s Nurse on Call can be reached 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at (800) 848-5533 or by email at noc@oakgov.com.

Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

SPOTLIGHT ON PETS

PET BOARDING OFFERS SAFE, SECURE OPTION FOR VACATIONGOERS

BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — Vacation season is here, and while you’re packing your bags, don’t forget about your pet’s plans.

Nearly all pet owners at some point are left wondering if they should board their pet, or ask a trusted friend or relative to take care of them?

Sarah Ignash, who owns All American Pet Resorts in Roseville, said one advantage of boarding your dog instead of having a friend or relative check in is that your dog will be with trained professionals who can prevent a dog from getting loose.

“I’ve actually had quite a few people where people who don’t normally take care of dogs, somebody comes to the front door, they just open it wide and the dog goes running out, or they drop the leash when they’re on a walk,” she said. “Boarding is secure.”

Before selecting a boarding facility, Jim Blau, with Mid-Michigan K9 Academy, said it’s important to know who you’re leaving your dog with.

“You want someone that’s going to make sure all the dogs there are vaccinated, including yours,” he said.

Ensuring the dogs are vaccinated can help to prevent health problems, Blau said. He also said owners should choose a facility that does regular health checks, and that allows dogs time to be out of their cages.

Blau stated that because a facility might cost less than others, it doesn’t mean that it might be better for the dog.

“You save 10 bucks a night or 20 bucks a night and went to a cheaper facility and they use bleach instead of the more expensive, pet-friendly cleaning agents, and so your dog comes back with rashes, or they don’t check all the immunizations,” he said.

Blau also urged pet owners to visit the facility and do a walkthrough before agreeing to board your pet there.

“(Owners) can use their own eyes, and they can use their own judgment,” he said. “Is this some

Wild Birds Unlimited: A local shop for birdwatching essentials

Now that summer is right around the corner, more birds are showing up in local yards, trees and gardens. That makes it a great time to put out food and feeders to attract a wider variety.

Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store carries bird food, feeders, birdhouses, birdbaths and accessories for those looking to attract a variety of wild birds.

Owned and operated since 2008 by Linda Stuecher and her husband, Karl, who has since retired, the store has become a trusted source for bird-related advice and gear.

“We help people gure out what birds they’re seeing and how to keep them coming back,” Linda said. “Some want to attract hummingbirds; others are trying to outsmart squirrels. Either way, we’ll get you set up.”

One common concern among customers is dealing with nuisance birds or squirrels taking over feeders. “Blackbirds can be a problem,” she said. “We usually recommend saf ower seed for that. And for squirrels, we’ve got food they don’t like or feeders that are squirrel-proof.” For those who enjoy watching squirrels, the shop also

sells dedicated squirrel feeders.

To complete a backyard setup, the shop also stocks poles and baf es to support feeders and keep pests away. Seasonal items for attracting migratory birds—like Baltimore orioles and ruby-throated hummingbirds—are available as well. “We carry different types of feeders and the food those birds like,” she said.

Linda has watched the interest in birds grow across generations. “One young guy, probably in his 30s, walked in and said, ‘I never thought I’d love birds so much.’” Her own grandson is already showing signs of becoming a lifelong birder. “At three years old, he can name three kinds of birds. It’s fun to see that spark so early.”

Mention this article and get 25% off any item through June 30.

Regular promotions, updates and an online shop can be found via the store’s main website: rochesterhills.wbu.com.

Wild Birds Unlimited is located at 3032 Walton Blvd. in Rochester Hills. For more information, call (248) 375-5202. Find Wild Birds Unlimited on Facebook at facebook. com/rochesterhillswbu.

Dogs enjoy play time at All American Pet Resorts in Roseville.

Photo courtesy of Sarah Ignash

place where they would want their dog to stay?”

Ignash also said pet owners should look for a boarding facility that is staffed 24 hours. Having staff overnight can help in case of an emergency, she said.

“Most places don’t tell you that they leave at maybe 8 p.m. and don’t come back until 6 a.m.,” she said.

Boarding your pet with a professional company, such as All American Pet Resorts in Roseville, is a safe, secure option for vacationgoers.

Once a boarding facility has been selected, Ignash said many boarders will want to get to know your dog and its history, which can help the staff know how to keep it happy and relaxed.

“You didn’t tell your dog that you were going on vacation. Your dog has no idea why they’re there,” she said. “So we’re doing the best we can to keep your dog happy and calm and giving them lots of pets, lots of attention.”

Call Staff Writer Brian Wells at (248) 291-7637.

MSGCU opens second Rochester Hills branch office.

Local community leaders recently gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union’s second Rochester Hills branch office. Located at Rochester Road and Hamlin Road (2101 S. Rochester Road), the newest branch office is MSGCU’s 23rd location in southeast Michigan and the eighth in Oakland County. The credit union’s branch office in Clawson will start serving members in early June, marking its 24th location and ninth in Oakland County.

Everyone living in Michigan is welcome to join MSGCU, a full-service financial institution that provides personalized service, competitive rates for loans and deposits, low fees, and complimentary financial counselors at each branch office. They also offer video banking and a highly rated mobile app.

To help the communities they serve, MSGCU provides free financial education, scholarships, grants and more. New members can open an account online at msgcu.org or at any MSGCU branch office.

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VAN HOOSEN GIRLS TRACK TEAM HAS HISTORIC 2025 SEASON

BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER HILLS — The Van Hoosen middle school girls track team had a season to remember in 2025 thanks to an undefeated year, school records, and a firstplace finish in the Oakland County Track Championship for the first time in 26 years.

The team also won the Rochester city championship and established itself as one of the best programs in the state.

“They doubled up the second place team (in the city meet). They actually scored first in every running event in that meet,” Van Hoosen track coach Donley Norris said. “The girls team was never ever close to losing (all season).”

Everyone in the program worked extremely hard to get to this point. This is a team that hadn’t won the county meet since 1999 and was able to win in dominant fashion this season.

“Both the boys and girls worked very hard. We had both boys and girls … stay after practice and work,” Norris explained. “It seemed to be the culture this year. Putting the extra effort in. … They’re very coachable.”

SPORTS

This culture of putting in extra work clearly paid off. Aside from the program accolades, the girls team set five unique school records this season alone, and the boys team set three.

The girls school records set were the 3200-meter, by Jesse Soldan; the 1600-meter, by Jesse Soldan; 100-meter, by Abagail Deering; the 200-meter, by Abigail Deering; and the 1600-meter relay, with Abagail Deering, Maddie Deering, Abigail Deering and Eva Wordell.

The three school records set by the boys team were 55-meter hurdles, by Anthony Thompson; the 70, also by Thompson; and 200-meter hurdles, by Nolan Dawood.

“(The kids) were just performing out of their minds,” Norris said. “We had multiple records broken against that top competition. The competition for the sprints this year was much more difficult than it was last year. … It’s that idea of bringing the best out of each other.”

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The Van Hoosen Middle School girls track team celebrates a firstplace finish in the Oakland County Track Championship with coach Donley Norris. The team’s last first-place finish was 26 years ago.

Photo provided by Rachael Deering

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

22A/ ROCHESTER POST • JUNE 12, 2025

JUNE 16

Hope Network Golf Classic: Hosted by former Detroit Lions kicker Eddie Murray, event supports foundation’s Greatest Need Fund (helps offset costs in behavioral health service lines across state), shotgun start at noon, cocktails and networking at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m., reception and awards at 6:30 p.m., and closing remarks at 7 p.m., also includes auction with autographed memorabilia, sports tickets and golf prize, Oakland University Golf & Learning Center, 492 Golf View Lane in Rochester Hills, hopenetwork.org/founda tion/events/2025-hope-network-golf-classic

JUNE 19

Rochester Garden Walk: Visit private gardens in greater Rochester area, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., buy discounted ticket at rochesterhills.org/musprograms or at Auburn Oaks Garden Center, Bordine’s Nursery (Rochester location only), Fogler’s Greenhouse or Piechnik’s Garden Gate, then exchange for guide with map from 1-4 p.m. June 16-18 at Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, museum also offering native plant sale hosted by Rochester

Track

from page 20A

One of the unique traits in track is the size of the team. Van Hoosen has a lot of impressive athletic teams in other sports, but those rosters are much smaller than track. The unity that the team is able to show makes a year like this even more special.

“I think we had 152 (kids) sign up for the city meet,” Norris said. “It’s that idea of … building towards something together. That was a big thing.”

The size of the team also allows kids from different grades to interact with each other and form bonds that they otherwise may not have

Garden Club from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., “fleatique” market from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., native plant garden program with East Michigan Native Plants from 10:30-11 a.m., and all-day tours, event co-sponsored by Rochester Garden Club, (248) 656-4663, rochestergardenclub. org, read story at candgnews.com

JUNE 20

Summer Soirée - Caribbean Calypso: Benefit for Meals on Wheels, includes music by The Island Guys, themed dinner by Kruse and Muer Restaurants, dancing, and silent auction featuring trip to Saint Martin, Detroit Red Wings tickets, fine jewelry and more, 6:3010 p.m., OPC Social & Activity Center, 650 Letica Drive in Rochester, (248) 659-1029, opccenter.org

JUNE 21

Downtown Rochester Makers’ Market: Find handmade goods from local artisans and crafters, 10 a.m.6 p.m., also performances by Sarah Karras Music from 10 a.m.-noon, Lady J from 12:30-2:30 p.m. and Bill Russell from 3-5 p.m., West Fourth Street, see list of vendors at downtownrochestermi.com

had. Aside from the fantastic season on the track, there were friendships formed this season that will last a lifetime.

“This is grades six through eight,” Van Hoosen track coach Rachael Deering said. “It’s about the friendships, too.”

This was a wildly successful season for the program. The notoriety along with the size of the team will only help Van Hoosen continue to grow and maintain this level of success going forward.

“I think (this season) also adds excitement to track. The unique thing about track is there’s no cuts,” Deering said. “If anyone wants to work, they can wear that jersey and be a part of our team. … All of the sudden it’s a cool sport for kids, and they don’t have to try out.”

ROCHESTER AVON RECREATION AUTHORITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TO RESIDENTS OF THE ROCHESTER AVON RECREATION AUTHORITY:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE ROCHESTER-AVON RECREATION AUTHORITY (RARA) will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on the 2025 Budget Amendment, the 2026 Proposed Budget, and the 2027-2028 Projected Budget Plan.

The Public Hearing on the 2025 Budget Amendment, the 2026 Proposed Budget, and the 2027-2028 Projected Budget Plan will be held at the RARA Board Meeting on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, commencing at 5:00 p.m., Michigan time, at 500 East Second Street, Rochester, MI 48307.

A copy of the 2025 Budget Amendment, the 2026 Proposed Budget, and the 2027-2028 Projected Budget Plan is on fle and available to the public for inspection during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), at the RARA Offce located at 500 East Second Street, Rochester, MI 48307 and Is posted on RARA’s website (http://www.rararecreation.org/).

If you are unable to be present at the Public Hearing on July 16, 2025, please submit your written comments to the RARA Offce, 500 East Second Street, Rochester, MI 48307, PRIOR to the scheduled Public Hearing.

John Muenk, Chairperson David Berletich, Secretary Rochester-Avon Recreation Authority Rochester-Avon Recreation Authority

Dated the 12th Day of June, 2025, at Rochester, Michigan

Note: Anyone planning to attend the meeting who requires special assistance under the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) is asked to contact the RARA Offces at (947) 886-0007 forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Staff will be pleased to make the necessary arrangements.

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To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.

JUNE

Pickleball tournament fundraiser: Presented by Sky Foundation (funds early detection research for pancreatic cancer), all skill levels welcome, 9 a.m.-noon, outdoor courts at Life Time Rochester Hills, 200 W. Avon Road in Rochester Hills, (248) 385-5143, classy. org/event/2025-pickleball-tournament/e683963

JUNE

Festival of the Hills: Entertainment at 6 p.m. and fireworks at 10:05 p.m., rainout date July 9, Borden Park, 1400 E. Hamlin Road in Rochster Hills, rochesterhills. org/foth

JUNE 26

Pollinator Picnic: Build bee bath and pollinator garden, also puzzles, scavenger hunt, temporary tattoos and honey bread, bring own lunch to eat during opening presentation, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, rochesterhills.org/musprograms

ONGOING

Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until Oct. 25, new temporary location at East Parking Platform, 415 East St. in Rochester, downtownrochestermi.com/farmers-market

‘Shear Madness’: Comedy-whodunit about murder at hair salon that changes with each performance, select times and dates until June 22, Meadow Brook Theatre (room 207 in Wilson Hall on campus of Oakland University), 378 Meadow Brook Road in Rochester, (248) 377-3300, mbtheatre.com

Dutton Farm Market: Purchase of produce, plants, art, and bath and body products from Dutton Farm participants supports nonprofit’s mission to empower and support adults with disabilities, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays through September, 2290 Dutton Road in Rochester, facebook.com/duttonfarm

Planning Commission

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

400 Sixth StreetJuly 7, 20257:00 pm

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE ROCHESTER PLANNING COMMISSION will hold a Public Hearing for the consideration of a special project site plan approval located at 210 Diversion. The requested site plan approval for a special project includes a 4-story, 21-unit multi-family residential building. The public hearing is scheduled for Monday July 7, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Rochester Municipal Of ces, 400 Sixth Street, Rochester, MI 48307.

All interested citizens are requested to attend the Hearing. Public comments may be submitted in writing or presented orally at the time of the meeting. To submit written comments in advance, or for assistance and questions about accessing and/or making public comment during the meeting, our Planning Coordinator can provide assistance; please reach out to Jeremy Peckens at (248) 733-3700 or by email: Jpeckens@rochestermi.org

If you are unable to be present at the Public Hearing, please submit your written comments to the Of ce of the City Manager, Rochester Municipal Of ces, 400 Sixth Street, Rochester, MI 48307, PRIOR to the scheduled Public Hearing.

For further information, please contact Jeremy Peckens, Planning and Zoning Administrator, at 248-733-3700. See Planning Commission Agenda Packet for Zoom participation information.

NOTE: Anyone planning to attend the meeting who has need of special assistance under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is asked to contact the City Clerk’s Of ce at 248-733-3700 forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Staff will be pleased to make the necessary arrangements to provide necessary reasonable accommodations, including auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting.

Published: 06/12/2025 Rochester Post

Planning Commission

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

400 Sixth StreetJuly 7, 20257:00 pm

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE ROCHESTER PLANNING COMMISSION will hold a Public Hearing for the consideration of Payment in lieu of Parking for 125 S. Main for 7 spaces. The public hearing is scheduled for Monday July 7, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Rochester Municipal Of ces, 400 Sixth Street, Rochester, MI 48307.

For further information, please contact Jeremy Peckens, Planning and Zoning Administrator, at 248-733-3700. See Planning Commission Agenda Packet for Zoom participation information.

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ACROSS

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5. Centum weight, acr.

8. Psychedelic drug, acr.

11. Elephant trainer’s poker

12. *Ned Stark’s youngest daughter

13. Draw out a conclusion

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16. Toothy wheel

17. Birth-related

18. *Pinocchio’s father 20. Fortune-telling coffee remnant

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21. Religious doctrine

22. D.C. mover and shaker, abbr.

23. Assembled

26. Raidable hotel room amenity

30. Evergreen creeper

31. “Fasten” a shoe (2 words)

34. Nay, to a baby

35. Dryer accumulation, pl.

37. Expose to moisture

38. White heron

39. Sodium hydroxide

40. Same as battle-ax

42. UN labor grp.

43. Like localized disease

45. Crab’s grabber

47. Catcher in the what?

48. Food-borne bacteria

50. Begone!

52. *”Fathers and Sons” author

55. Not expensive

56. Medicinal plant

57. Joie de vivre

59. Batu Khan’s posse

60. *Fils’ father

61. Chicken of the sea

62. *Tarzan’s adoptive dad

63. Before, poetically

64. Big Bang’s original matter

DOWN

1. Financing acronym

2. Hot rum drink

3. *Offcial fower of Father’s Day

4. Adjusts

5. Minotaur’s island

6. *Kurt Russell’s son of “Thunderbolts” fame

7. Tropical tuber

8. Stringed instrument

9. Slang for heroin

10. Marina ____ Rey, CA

12. “To do” list

13. “____ ____ a high

DAY

note”

14. *Fictional Mr. _____ who banished children’s nanny to a doghouse

19. Banana refuse, pl.

22. Gladys Knight’s band member

23. *Christopher Robin’s father A.A. ____

24. Like certain fu 25. Church assembly

26. Speechless

27. Gabriel of Chile

28. Administer ceremonial oil

29. Chopper blade

32. Nile dweller, for short

33. Snake-like reef dweller

36. *Cormac McCarthy’s post-apocalyptic father/son novel (2 words)

38. Expatriate

40. Dream in the sky

41. Climactic stage

44. Nearsited one

46. Degrees in right angle

48. Prolifc Swiss mathematician

49. Ten million, in India

50. Mercantile establishment

51. This location

52. Cassette contents

53. Twelfth month of Jewish calendar

55. Cuban dance step

58. “Platoon” setting, for short

54. Rooftop contraption

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