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Birmingham city officials discuss outdoor dining platforms

BIRMINGHAM — For the last three decades, outdoor dining in Birmingham has greatly evolved. There are currently 48 food and drink establishments with a permitted outdoor dining area in the city, 15 of which are on outdoor dining platforms.

The outdoor platforms currently in Birmingham are wholly or partially located on about 25 on-street parking spaces. Additionally, three more outdoor dining platforms are in the process of site plan approval, taking up three parking spaces.

This was a topic of discussion at the June 16 joint City Commission/Planning Board meeting.

Planning Director Nicholas Dupuis said there has been a growing interest in businesses opening outdoor dining platforms. He presented a map to demonstrate the locations of the platforms, showing that the outdoor dining platforms are located in what is considered the “core” downtown.

“The vast majority of what we get are very well done, beautiful, engaging outdoor dining facilities. We’re lucky to

See DINING on page 13A

Discover Glen Arbor

GLEN ARBOR — If you’re looking for a classic summer vacation in Michigan — the kind where water, woods and whatever are available at your will on any given day — look no further than Glen Arbor on the Leelanau Peninsula.

While this town of about 700 year-round residents swells in the summer, Glen Arbor still manages to invite relaxation. No wonder. Glen Arbor is surrounded by the woods and hills of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and lies on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan — so there’s ample opportunity for beach time, hiking and

biking, and kaying and stand up paddle boarding. And much, much more.

Wander along M-22 through Glen Arbor and you’ll discover boutiques, T-shirt shops, art galleries, outdoor

See GLEN ARBOR on page 4A
LEFT: Glen Arbor Wines, located on Lake Street, is a popular place to sample wine varieties.
BELOW: Up North brand — M22 — has a big presence in Glen Arbor.
Photos by Greg Tasker

COMMUNITY BRIEFS

City Hall sees renovations

BIRMINGHAM — Certain areas in Birmingham’s City Hall are undergoing renovations, including the hallways and the City Hall Inspector Room on the second floor in the Community Development Department.

The City Hall Inspector Room’s renovations include electric work, network cabling, new lighting, new furniture and large-screen monitors.

Throughout the hallways, renovations will enhance security. Public areas will be separated from private areas through added partition walls on the first and second floors. There will also be doors with access card readers to further improve security in City Hall.

BBAC holds annual competition

BIRMINGHAM — The 44th annual Michigan Fine Arts Competition will be taking place at the BirminghamBloomfield Art Center through Aug. 14. The competition is juried by Laurie Ann Farrell — a Dallas-based curator, art historian and writer. She selected 84 pieces out of the over 600 works of art submitted.

This is an annual event that awards talented artists in a range of mediums. See the full list of artists at bbartcenter. org/2025-mfac-exhibiting-artists.

Adults compete in annual literary battle

BIRMINGHAM — The Baldwin Public Library will hold its Adult Battle of the Books 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Adults

ages 18 and up can compete in teams of up to five in a literary contest.

Teams will read five books varying in genres and styles chosen by the library staff. Participants are encouraged to come in book-themed spirit wear or costumes, but it’s not a requirement. Registration is open as long as spots are available.

This year’s books include: “They Called Us Enemy,” by George Takei; “The House on Mango Street,” by Sandra Cisneros; “The First State of Being,” by Erin Entrada; “Kelly Fuzz,” by Mary Roach; and “Killers of a Certain Age,” by Deanna Raybourne.

For more information, visit baldwinlib.org.

Birmingham earns award for commitment to urban forestry

BIRMINGHAM — The city of Birmingham recently earned its 47th annual Tree City USA certification. This was the city’s first-ever Tree City Growth Award — an award 26 Michigan municipalities have earned.

Birmingham’s care and dedication to its 22,000 public trees earned it these national recognitions by the Arbor Day Foundation.

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(South eld, MI) It’s a terrifying reality: a life-threatening illness could be silently developing inside your body, completely undetected by routine check-ups. By the time symptoms appear, especially cancer, the disease is often advanced, limiting treatment options.

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is agonizing truth was personally experienced by Dr. Warren Ringold, a respected family physician and the visionary behind Bionicc Body Screening. He shockingly discovered he had stage four cancer with tumors as large as softballs, only after experiencing shortness of breath. His brutal treatments and subsequent brain tumor recurrence ignited a profound mission: there had to be a better way to nd serious conditions before they became critical.

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FRANKLIN/BINGHAM FARMS — This summer, the Franklin-Bingham Farms Police Department is launching new initiatives related to mental health, communications and more.

Co-responder program

This summer, the Franklin-Bingham Farms Police Department is partnering with the West Bloomfield Police Department and Oakland County Mental Health to launch a co-responder

New initiatives launch at FranklinBingham Farms Police Department

program. Through this program, there will be a full-time mental health and substance abuse professional working alongside officers.

“They’ll be able to not only go out with the officers and help them deal with a crisis, but they’ll be able to provide follow-up care and resources for the person that’s in crisis,” said Chief Curt Lawson. In August 2024, Lawson became the chief of police, after spending 30 years in the West Bloomfield Police Department and retiring as their deputy chief of police.

They are currently in the process of hiring a mental health

SHERIFF SHARES TIPS FOR WATER SAFETY

OAKLAND COUNTY — Summer is in full swing, and people are enjoying Oakland County’s many beautiful lakes and waterways.

After a tragic drowning on Cass Lake in Keego Harbor, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard shared watercraft and water safety tips.

“If you are not a strong swimmer — or even if you are — it’s not a bad idea to wear a flotation device,” Bouchard said.

People can drown in mere inches of water, depending on the circumstances, and find themselves in distress very quickly, the sheriff said.

“Unlike the movies or TV, where you see somebody off in the water (screaming), ‘Help, help, help,’ and there’s time to react and maybe even get to them — that’s not the way it happens,” Bouchard said. “People get into distress very quickly, and slip under the water very quickly, oftentimes without people even seeing them.”

Do not use alcohol or other mind- or body-altering substances while operating

See SAFETY on page 18A

The new badge graphic for the Franklin-Bingham Farms Police Department.
Image provided by Chief Curt Lawson
See POLICE on page 18A
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard says “more is better” with safety equipment on a boat. It should include a life jacket for everyone onboard, a flotation device, and a hook to help rescue someone in distress.
Photo provided by Oakland County Sheriff’s Office

Glen Arbor

outfitters, and welcoming cafes and restaurants.

Like any resort town, businesses come and go. And then there are those like Art’s Tavern that become part of the landscape and evoke memories for generations of families who summer in Glen Arbor.

Art’s Tavern has been around for some 90 years and is throwback to another era, welcoming tourists and locals alike, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner almost every day of the year. Staples like burgers and tater tots and a rotating selection of Michigan craft beer and other ales keep customers coming back.

The dining room is pretty much as it has always been: college sports pennants blanket the ceiling, old photos line the walls, and a streamlined jukebox awaits to play your favorite tunes. It’s an anomaly — cash or check only — in an era of Apple Pay and Google Pay.

Glen Arbor is the home of Cherry Republic, the purveyor of all things cherry in Northern Michigan and beyond. It’s well worth a visit to its small, tidy campus, where you can shop for chocolate-covered cherries, jams and salsa or sit outside and sip a cherryinfused beer or eat a slice of heavenly cherry pie.

Another iconic Up North brand — M22 — has a presence in Glen Arbor as well. You’ll find T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, bags and other branded items at this location on its namesake road. Unlike the company’s other stores in Traverse City and Suttons Bay, the Glen Arbor location boasts a wine tasting bar. You can sit outside on the patio for a glass of locally made red or white wine or step inside the store for a flight.

Speaking of wine, be sure to check out Glen Arbor Wines on Lake Street, just a block from Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Bay. The tree-shaded patio is an in-

viting spot to chill and sample wines made especially for the business by a private winemaker. A bocce court and lawn games make it all too easy to linger.

Lissa Edwards Martin, who opened the wine store and art gallery several years ago after a decades-long career in journalism, has a long family history in Glen Arbor. Her parents purchased the property decades ago and her grandparents once ran a restaurant around the corner on M-22. She spent her childhood summers here — swimming in the bay, floating in a tube on the Crystal River and hiking the dunes.

“I remember Glen Arbor as a dusty town back in the 1960s,” says Martin, who walks the block to the beach nearly every day to marvel at the water’s ever-changing colors. “It’s mostly a tourist town now but I’m happy to share Glen Arbor with people who appreciate it. It’s truly a magical place.”

At the town’s northern end, The Mill, a landmark along the meandering Crystal River, is creating its own magic. Shuttered as a grist mill some 80 years ago, the recently renovated 19th century structure now serves as a cafe, restaurant and gathering spot. The eateries offer seasonal and regionally sourced fare and freshly baked pastries. Guest rooms are available in the adjacent Queen-Anne style miller’s house.

Step inside for coffee or to look around and you’re likely to run into Corey Smith, the general manager, who encounters the curious nearly every day. “So many people have either been traveling to the area for generations or haven’t been for decades. These people are surely curious to see The Mill after our restoration,” he says.

Most people are delighted. Don’t be surprised if the great room, with its exposed post and beams and variety of comfortable sofas, chairs and tables, entices you to stay awhile, play board games and cards or chat with locals and visitors.

“The work completed here is a feat of its own caliber. Not only has our team been

thoughtful of the historical preservation, but also we have created a space that the local community is able to interact with on a daily basis,” Smith says.

Although Glen Arbor is spread along M-22 and side streets, it’s easy to walk around. If you prefer two wheels, pop into The Cyclery, Glen Arbor’s only full-service bike shop, for a rental. You can venture farther afield, cruise scenic roads or make your way to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, one of the region’s premier bike trails. The paved, multi-use trail passes through the national park, stretching 22 miles from Empire to Bohemia Road to the north, running parallel

to the lakeshore.

The Crystal River snakes through Glen Arbor on its way from Glen Lake to Lake Michigan. Need to cool off? Rent a kayak or stand up paddle board at Crystal River Outfitters and slip in the river for a leisurely two- to three-hour paddle. The river is slowmoving and shallow, which makes it accessible to the whole family.

Or save exercise for another day and check out the River Club Glen Arbor, which opened just a year ago. The well-manicured three-acre park offers mini golf and plenty of outdoor seating for food and drinks and live music. River Club serves a variety of Michigan craft beer, cider and wine, as well as margaritas and cocktails.

On a recent afternoon, I met some friends there for drinks. We lounged in chairs along a bend in the river, watching kayakers and stand up paddlers mosey by. With Bob Seger songs playing in the background and Michigan wine and beer in hand, it felt like a classic summer day in Michigan.

Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer.

Photos by Greg Tasker
ABOVE: The Mill Glen Arbor includes a riverside cafe, restaurant and guest house. LEFT: The River Club Glen Arbor includes the Caddy Shack, a miniature golf course.

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IMMIGRANTS THRIVE IN BUSINESS, SHARE AMERICAN CULTURE

METRO DETROIT — The United States of America is the melting pot of people and cultures: a nation built on the dreams of people who came here from around the world, often to escape persecution.

Three business owners in C & G’s coverage area recently took the time to share their stories of how they found their dream through hard work, determination, and dedication in America.

‘If you apply yourself, you can make it’

Johnette Eggert, owner of Elite Bridal and Donate a Gown USA Int’l in Farmington Hills, came to the U.S. 30 years ago to escape the civil war in her native Liberia.

“I think it was the best decision they made for me,” Eggert said of her parents’ decision to bring her to the U.S.

She said she knows Africa and recalled seeing people get lined up and slaughtered in Liberia. She said people from Africa would be grateful just to be here in the U.S. and to have the chance to obtain their dreams.

“It’s America, and the whole world fits in America. America is a big enough light. You go to Liberia, and people would give anything in the world to come here. Even if they’re sleeping on the street, they know that they can go to the church and get food. You can go and get a job. If you apply yourself, you can make it,” Eggert said.

She said entrepreneurship runs in her blood. Her parents founded the Richard M. Nixon Academy in 1965, a private school in Liberia for children in kindergarten through 12th grade. Eggert said she believes education is the key to success for anyone. She also strives to help provide food to the community by donating to Cares in Farmington Hills.

Through the bridal shop, Eggert said she hopes to help local youth continue their education by providing scholarships. She also wants to support the schools her parents started in Liberia, where a teacher makes $25 and a principal, $75.

It was her father’s kindness and generosity to those less fortunate that ultimately spared his life in Liberia. Eggert’s father, John Woolu, worked for the Liberian government and was on a hit list. However, the hitman who was assigned to assassinate her

Johnette Eggert came to the U.S. from Liberia 30 years ago. She said owning a business was a dream of hers after working as a substitute teacher in Madison Heights and hearing girls say how they wished there was an affordable store where they could shop for high-end dresses.

Mariana Steganha said she and her husband, Rodrigo, decided to look into franchising their own Biggby Coffee business after the birth of their second child. Since coffee is such an important part of Brazilian culture, they thought it was the perfect type of business to get involved in.

father recognized him and recalled how he had fed him as a young boy, when his family was homeless. So instead of killing him, he took her parents to the border, where they were able to return to the U.S.

Eggert said the business was a dream of hers after working as a substitute teacher in Madison Heights for many years and hearing girls repeatedly say how they wished there was an affordable store where they could shop for high-end dresses.

“I had a dream and for months and months, I kept thinking about the dream,

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“After suffering through severe menopausal symptoms myself, this therapy has given me my life back,” Dr. Wadle said.

Dr. Rona Wadle, D.O., doesn’t hold back when talking about the life-changing bioidentical hormone replacement therapy that she received - and now offers to others at RenewMyWellness in downtown Birmingham.

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Since the 1930’s patients throughout Europe, Japan and the United States have successfully used bio-identical hormones. Many studies show that when prescribed and administered correctly, bio-identical hormone pellets can help a variety of conditions and symptoms. They don’t present the potential hazards that many synthetic medications do.

“Afer sufering through severe menopausal symptoms myself, this therapy has given me my life back,” Dr. Wadle said.

As a registered nurse who later went to medical school and became board certified in emergency medicine, Dr. Wadle owned and operated an urgent care center in Birmingham. Based on her own medical journey and personal experience with hormone depletion, she founded RenewMyWellness.

“After suffering through severe menopausal symptoms myself, this therapy has given me my life back,” Dr. Wadle said.

As a registered nurse who later went to medical school and became board certified in emergency medicine, Dr. Wadle owned and operated an urgent care center in Birmingham. Based on her own medical journey and personal experience with hormone depletion, she founded RenewMyWellness.

As a registered nurse who later went to medical school and became board certifed in emergency medicine, Dr. Wadle owned and operated an urgent care center in Birmingham. Based on her own medical journey and personal experience with hormone depletion, she founded Renew My Wellness.

For men and women dealing with fatigue, depression, apathy, anxiety, weight gain, decreased libido, decreased exercise endurance and muscle mass there is a bioidentical way to improve these symptoms. “What we’re offering is hormone replacement therapy in the form of testosterone and estradiol pellets for both women and men,” Dr. Wadle explains.“Pellets provide a delivery system that mimics the human body so that even improved physiologic levels can be achieved.”

For men and women dealing with fatigue, depression, apathy, anxiety, weight gain, decreased libido, decreased exercise endurance and muscle mass there is a bioidentical way to improve these symptoms. “What we’re offering is hormone replacement therapy in the form of testosterone and estradiol pellets for both women and men,” Dr. Wadle explains.“Pellets provide a delivery system that mimics the human body so that even improved physiologic levels can be achieved.”

For men and women dealing with fatigue, depression, apathy, anxiety, weight gain, decreased libido, decreased exercise endurance and muscle mass there is a bioidentical way to improve these symptoms. “What we’re ofering is hormone replacement therapy in the form of testosterone and estradiol pellets for both women and men,” Dr. Wadle explains. “Pellets provide a delivery system that mimics the human body so that even improved physiologic levels can be achieved.”

Since the 1930’s patients throughout Europe, Japan and

the United States have successfully used bio-identical hormones. Many studies show that when prescribed and administered correctly, bio-identical hormone pellets can help a variety of conditions and symptoms. They don’t present the potential hazards that many synthetic medications do.

Since the 1930’s patients throughout Europe, Japan and the United States have successfully used bio-identical hormones. Many studies show that when prescribed and administered correctly, bio-identical hormone pellets can help a variety of conditions and symptoms. They don’t present the potential hazards that many synthetic medications do.

RenewMyWellness also offers testosterone injections for men and a prescription weight loss program for both men and women that is monitored to ensure it is safe and effective. Dr. Wadle said she founded RenewMyWellness to promote wellness through a holistically-integrative approach to patient care that combines conventional and functional medicine. The results leave patients with improved confidence and a whole-body sense of well-being.

RenewMyWellness also offers testosterone injections for men and a prescription weight loss program for both men and women that is monitored to ensure it is safe and effective. Dr. Wadle said she founded RenewMyWellness to promote wellness through a holistically-integrative approach to patient care that combines conventional and functional medicine. The results leave patients with improved confidence and a whole-body sense of well-being.

Renew My Wellness also ofers testosterone injections for men and a prescription weight loss program for both men and women that is monitored to ensure it is safe and efective.

RenewMyWellness is located at 33466 Woodward Ave., in downtown Birmingham. To schedule a consultation or for more information, call 248-602-3177.

RenewMyWellness is located at 33466 Woodward Ave., in downtown Birmingham. To schedule a consultation or for more information, call 248-602-3177.

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Join Victors Aviation Flight School first Grand Opening event and Summer Camp Tours this week

Victors Aviation Flight School welcomes the public to their rst grand opening event of their Aviation training facility located at the Troy Airport (KVLL) in Troy, Michigan. The community is invited to attend a celebratory Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm, marking a new local venue for aviation education and innovation.

Victors Aviation is located at 2676 Industrial Row Drive, south of Maple Road in Troy on the Oakland / Troy Airport.

The ceremony will include remarks from local of cials, school leadership, and industry partners, followed by the of cial Ribbon Cutting and tours of the new facility. Guests will get a rsthand look at the school’s ight simulators, aircraft, and training

spaces. Attendees will also have the chance to meet instructors and learn about a range of offerings, including ight training programs, summer camps, aviation experience events, and VIP packages. Light refreshments will be served.

“Victors Aviation Flight School is committed to training the next generation of pilots, professionals, and pioneers with excellence and integrity,” said Nathan Miller, Founder and President. “Our community outreach provides a ‘new front door to aviation’ through special offerings like our FOUR Summer Camps in July and August, Boys / Girls Scouts, birthday parties, Women and Girls In Aviation, experiential personal or professional group outings, and corporate teambuilding or offsite experiences.  We’re excited to open our doors in Troy

and look forward to partnering with students, aviation leaders, and the community.”

They are still accepting enrollment to the Victors Aviation Summer Camps for students in grades 3 -12. They are available for four weeks this summer from mid-July to mid-August.

Whether you’re an aspiring pilot, aviation enthusiast, or local supporter, this is a unique opportunity to be part of this exciting launch in Michigan’s aviation landscape.

Can’t make it to the Ribbon Cutting?  Join them for the Victors Aviation Open House Celebration on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm featuring facility tours, refreshments, and prize giveaways.

Visit victorsaviation.com or call 248-750-8900 for more information.

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Victors Aviation will host our rst Summer Camp at Oakland/Troy Airport, with sessions starting in July 2025 for grades 3rd-12th.

Price = $595.00

Camp Sessions Run Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM 3rd grade - 7th grade Sessions are:

• July 28, 2025 – August 1, 2025

• August 11, 2025 – August 15, 2025

7th grade - 12th grade Sessions are:

• July 14, 2025 – July 18, 2025

• August 4, 2025 – August 9, 2025

Our Summer Camp will include:

• Top-notch STEAM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Aviation, Mathematics)

• Daily hands-on ight practice in our simulators

• Learn from experts in the eld, including aviators, pilots, and industry personnel

• Exciting hands-on experiments and activities

• Lunch, snacks, and drinks are provided

Have questions or want more information? Email us: camp@victorsaviation.com

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‘The feeling of brightness and happiness was the first feeling I had’

Jenny Wu, who owns three Chinese restaurants, came to the U.S. as a child in 1981 to escape political turmoil in her native China. Her family was labeled as traitors to the country by the Communist Party.

“There was a lot of changes. I noticed the streets were brighter. The streetlights just made it seem like America was really beautiful,” Wu said of her initial impression of America. “Back in the day in China wasn’t like how it is now. They didn’t allow people to have lights or have anything really. The streets were always dark at night. So that alone, just entering into the United States, the feeling of brightness and happiness was the first feeling I had.”

She said initially, a language barrier

caused her family to struggle with employment for a while. She said they only came to the U.S. with approximately $30 and two suitcases. Eventually, her mom started one of the restaurants Wu owns with a friend in order to help her godson get a green card. However, her mom, a pianist, did not really care for the stress of the restaurant business, and her mom’s godson didn’t care for it, either. So Wu, who had gone to school at the University of Michigan for organizational studies, which incorporates business with psychology, ultimately took over the business and expanded it. At one point, she owned four restaurants across metro Detroit: JJ Crab House and Lucky Kitchen, in Ann Arbor; Sapporo Hibachi Steakhouse and Sushi, in Livonia; and her largest one, Wasabi Japanese Steakhouse, in Novi. After 13 years in Novi, she closed the restaurant this year but still maintains her other locations.

Wu said she has faced some challenges as an immigrant business owner over the years, especially when there was the SARS epidemic, which originated from Hong Kong.

“SARS was a big challenge for me. A lot of people didn’t want to come eat Chinese food,” said Wu. “Also, back in 1993 when I started it, a lot of people saw Chinese food as really unhealthy. So yeah, there’s always challenges.”

‘This is something that, at one point, my kids can be part of it’

Mariana Steganha co-owns the Biggby Coffee franchise location in Lathrup Village with her husband, Rodrigo.

Originally from Brazil, she came to the U.S. with her husband, who had a temporary work assignment in 2016. She said he was offered a full-time position with his company in the U.S., and ultimately, they ended up staying stateside. Steganha said that after the birth of her second child, they decided that a traditional 9-5 job was not something that was suitable for her anymore. They decided to look into franchising their own business. Steganha said their neighbor is the area representative for Biggby franchise locations and asked if they were interested in opening one. Since coffee is such an important part of Brazilian culture, they thought it was the perfect type of business to get involved in.

“My husband thought it was a good idea to own a business and long term, we would have more time for our family, too,” Steganha said. “This is something that, at one point, my kids can be part of it.”

They opened the franchise in November 2024. She said she really has enjoyed getting to know the community through the business.

Like Wu, Steganha said that the biggest challenge she had when coming to the

country was the language barrier. She said her husband spoke the language well, but she didn’t. She did, however, have a foundational understanding of the written language and was able to learn it by submersion with her first job in the U.S.

“I got to learn how to communicate. I had to face challenges like talking to people over the phone, especially angry customers, with some delayed orders, for example. So you know customer service, so I was the first one to take the heat,” she said. “So that brought me a lot of experience. For me, when I’m here at the cashier talking to people, that’s something that I really appreciate because it’s how everything started for me when I started my career path.

“I like that, and people get curious and say, ‘Hey, where are you from? I noticed your accent,’ and we start to get to know each other,” Steganha said.

She said getting to know the community and her staff is her favorite part of owning the coffee shop. She said she has learned a lot from both her customers and her staff.

Wu has been in the restaurant industry for years and said that her Novi customers have continued to frequent her Livonia locations. Eggert and Steganha, who recently opened their businesses, said that they just want people to know they exist.

Dining

have as many as we do,” Dupuis said at the meeting.

Dupuis posed the questions, “Does the City Commission wish to direct the Planning Board to study the number, density and locations of outdoor dining platforms downtown?” and “If so, what are some major considerations that the City Commission feels should be taken into account?” — as stated in the agenda packet.

Discussion on outdoor dining platforms

Mayor Therese Longe brought up the variable of adjacency. In some high-density zones, she noticed that it feels constraining for traffic.

She also brought up a business that wanted an outdoor dining platform, but it would take up a handicap parking spot. Throughout the meeting, multiple commission members stated that they are against displacing a handicap spot for an outdoor dining platform. A suggested solution was informing businesses about factors that restrain them from having outdoor dining platforms — such as having a handicap spot in front — so they can make an informed decision about where they want to rent.

Members of the Planning Board added that they have heard complaints from commercial businesses about the loss of parking spaces due to these platforms.

Mayor Pro Tem Clinton Baller suggested that the value of the outdoor dining platform should be considered. He said he notices many outdoor dining platforms that are not being used as much as others, stating he has even seen some not being staffed to give customers the option of outdoor dining.

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Commissioner Andrew Haig said some businesses have large furnishing zones — outdoor areas where furniture, landscaping and amenities are placed — while others don’t, so he would like to “give everybody as fair a chance as possible.” He suggested having businesses with furnishing zones in high-density zones use that space first before taking up parking spaces.

“I think we need to be equitable in the amount of space people get to use,” Haig said at the meeting.

This idea of making it “equitable” was challenged by some commissioners.

Commissioner Katie Schafer suggested putting a number on the percentage of parking spaces that could be taken up by outdoor dining decks in a block.

Commissioner Anthony Long said fairness needs to be considered in the process of choosing who gets to have outdoor dining platforms.

“If you’re going to put a number on it, then you’ve got to reassess everybody and look at it fairly,” Long said at the meeting. He later added, “A fairness component of it is going to drive whether we have other restaurants coming to Birmingham or deciding to go elsewhere.”

J. Bryan Williams, an attorney and a member of the Planning Board, said at the meeting that he thinks the direction they are headed is “increased utilization of the sidewalk.”

“We’re going to try to be fair, but let’s use the space that we have that doesn’t cause as many problems,” he said.

The full joint City Commission/Planning Board meeting can be watched on the city of Birmingham’s Vimeo channel at vimeo.com.

Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.

Based in Birmingham, Mrs. Healey is a certi ed K–12 music teacher and professional bass player with a degree in Music Education from Michigan State University. With over a decade of teaching experience, she o ers private one-on-one lessons in violin, viola, cello, electric bass, upright bass, and ukulele.

From age 3 to adult learners, Mrs. Healey welcomes students of all abilities. Her warm, encouraging approach helps build con dence and makes learning music fun and accessible. Lessons are tailored to each student’s goals and learning style in a supportive, inspiring environment.

Whether you’re nurturing your child’s musical curiosity or pursuing your own dream, Mrs. Healey is passionate about sharing the joy of music with learners of all ages.

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Cafe Origins on Maple is one of the many businesses in Birmingham that offers outdoor dining.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

CRIME WATCH

Vehicle stolen from driveway

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — A black 2024 Dodge Durango Hellcat was stolen out of a resident’s driveway June 18. There were no signs of forced entry.

This case was turned over to the Bloomfield Township Investigations Unit and is currently under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact the Bloomfield Township Police Department at (248) 433-7755.

Arrest made following home invasion

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — At 1:40 a.m. June 21, the Bloomfield Township Police Department received a 911 call from a resident stating a man was trying to break into the front door of their home in the area of Quarton and Lasher roads.

The victim reported that the man, dressed in all black, was stabbing his door with a knife and was attempting to kick the door in.

When officers arrived they located a man on the front porch of the home. Of-

ficers located the knife he had been stabbing the door with on a window ledge near the front door. The man was arrested for firstdegree attempted home invasion.

The door jamb was splintered, and the door sustained well over an estimated $1,000 in damages.

Fight occurs in moving vehicle

BIRMINGHAM — On June 19, at approximately 11 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 30000 block of Woodward Avenue for a physical altercation in progress.

Officers spoke with a 21-year-old female and a 23-year-old male, both from Pontiac.

It was determined that the two had had a verbal argument while driving, which escalated when the woman struck the man with her purse, punched him multiple times, and pulled his hair while shaking his head.

The man retaliated by punching the woman in the face twice, prompting her to stop the vehicle. The two then separated from each other. The woman was placed under arrest, and the investigation is ongoing.

Brothers accused of assaulting hotel employees

BIRMINGHAM — On June 15 at approximately 2 a.m., officers were dispatched

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to a hotel in the 200 block of South Old Woodward for a fight. Hotel employees reported that a group of men became angry and aggressive when told the public restroom was locked, and they allegedly assaulted multiple employees: a front desk worker, a housekeeper and two valets.

Two of the suspects, 28-year-old and 22-year-old brothers from Rochester Hills, were charged with assault, disturbing the peace and obstructing/interfering with police. Several other suspects in the assault, including a 34-year-old man, drove away from

the scene as officers arrived. An investigation is ongoing.

Customer uses counterfeit bills

BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 6 p.m. June 22, officers were dispatched to a retail store in the 100 block of South Old Woodward, where the manager reported that a male customer had just paid for three $10 gift cards with three counterfeit $100 bills and received $90 in change for each bill. An investigation is ongoing.

There’s nothing

‘middle’ of the road about these cars

METRO DETROIT — There is a large group of micro/mini car owners nationwide who meet occasionally to bond over the unique vehicles they own.

They travel across state lines for activities geared toward quirky cars, funny stories and camaraderie.

Jim Golomb, of Northfield, Illinois, is one such car buff. He just organized the fourth annual Meet in the Middle Micro Car/Mini Car 2025. Micro/mini car owners from Ohio, Wisconsin, Georgia, Kentucky, New Mexico and more trailered their vintage vehicles and met up June 20-21 in Macomb County.

Marty and Marybeth Abramson, for instance, made the trip with their 1971 British Bond Bug all the way from Niagara Falls, New York. Jeff Lane, of Nashville, Tennessee, brought three mini cars along for the ride. Lane felt right at home with the other micro car fanatics: he owns the Lane Motor Museum in Nashville.

A microcar usually has three or four wheels with an engine smaller than 700 cubic centimeters. Types of microcars include bubble cars, cyclecars, Invacars, quadricycles and voiturettes.

Meet in the Middle was supposed to kick-start with an outdoor barbecue June 20 at Brandenburg Park in Chesterfield Township. However, because of unpredictable weather, the group brought the hot dogs and potato salad indoors to the Tru by Hilton Hotel in Chesterfield Township.

TOP LEFT: John Golomb, of Northfield, Illinois, poses with his 1955 Messerschmitt. He coordinated the events for the micro/mini drivers. BELOW: Marty and Marybeth Abramson, of Niagara Falls, New York, brought their 1971 British Bond Bug to the fourth annual Meet in the Middle Micro Car/Mini Car 2025.
ABOVE: The Amphicar, designed by Hans Trippel, is a vehicle that operates on land and water.
BOTTOM LEFT: Jeff Lane, of Nashville, Tennessee, unloads one of three mini cars. Lane, who owns the Lane Motor Museum in Nashville, drove his 1958 Vespa to Sanders Chocolate & Ice Cream Shoppe in Clinton Township June 20. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

Sciatica Pain Doesn’t Stand a Chance: The Robot Helping Metro Detroit Heal

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Robotic Precision Therapy Clinic (RPT Clinic), located in Troy, specializes in treating sciatica and chronic back pain by addressing the root cause of discomfort: tight, overworked muscles. These muscles, particularly the iliopsoas and piriformis, can compress the sciatic nerve when infamed, triggering pain that radiates from the lower back down the leg.

What sets RPT apart is its use of the RX2600 Therapeutic Robot—a state-of-the-art device designed to apply targeted static pressure along with gentle heat and vibration. This combination helps lengthen and relax deep muscles, restoring balance to the body’s structure and relieving pressure on the nerves.

“Many treatments only mask the symptoms,” says the clinic’s founder. “Our goal is to resolve the issue at its source, helping the body recover naturally without relying on pain medications or invasive procedures.”

Each patient begins with a comprehensive 90-minute assessment, during which a licensed therapist evaluates

Relief

posture, muscle imbalances, gait, and range of motion. From there, a personalized care plan is developed. Most patients begin to feel signifcant relief after just one 60minute session, and many experience full results within fve to ten visits.

Beyond just pain relief, RPT’s therapy improves mobility, posture, and performance—making it popular among athletes, busy professionals, and older adults alike. Whether you're an ofce worker sufering from poor posture or a weekend warrior recovering from injury, RPT’s science-backed approach is designed to help you feel and function better.

Unlike traditional massage or chiropractic treatments, the RX2600 robot ensures a consistent, precise application of pressure—more efcient than what human hands can deliver. This level of accuracy minimizes infammation and ensures safe treatment around sensitive nerve areas, making it ideal for sciatica patients.

Robotic Precision Therapy is non-invasive, drug-free, and tailored to each individual’s needs. It’s a promising option for those who’ve tried everything else and are ready to fnally break the cycle of chronic pain.

To learn more or schedule a consultation, visit www.RPTclinic.com or call (248) 250-9387. Relief might be closer—and more high-tech—than you think.

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from page 3A

professional for this program. Lawson said he expects the hiring process to wrap up by the end of July or early August.

Lawson said the city of West Bloomfield is picking up a majority of the cost, since it is larger. The village of Franklin is paying $2,500 per year, and the village of Bingham Farms is paying $2,500 per year.

“We looked at the data of how many mental health and substance abuse runs we have a year, and West Bloomfield knows that they’re going to get a majority of those runs and calls for service, so they’re picking up a majority of the costs, which we greatly appreciate,” Lawson said.

Enhanced communication

The department recently launched a new emergency communication platform called CodeRED.

Safety

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a boat or jumping in the water from a boat, he said.

“We (the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office) have seen people who have been drinking quite a bit, (and) they’re not driving the boat, so it’s legally OK for them to do that,” Bouchard said. “(But) they don’t realize the magnification of the physiological effects of being in a very hot sun, drinking alcohol, and the body is in a dehydrated state. It can diminish your physical ability to swim or respond to an emergency.”

Other tips from the sheriff include doing a preseason check to make sure all equipment on the boat is operating properly and then checking again each time before setting sail.

Be sure to check the boat’s blower, lights and horn, and make sure that everything is in working order. The sheriff suggests “more is better” when it comes to watercraft safety equipment. Bouchard also suggests having a hook or other lifesaving tools that could help someone in distress.

Operating the boat while sober and having the proper equipment ready is paramount.

“If those two boxes are checked in terms of prevention, more than likely you’ll never see a water accident,” Bouchard said. His message was echoed by the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition

“I’ve been in law enforcement for 31 years, and one consistent truth that I’ve learned is that communication can make or break a police agency,” Lawson said.

Through CodeRED, the department can send instant notifications to residents during emergencies.

“It’s something that we’re not going to use unless it’s at your emergency,” Lawson said.

Beginning the accreditation process

The Franklin-Bingham Farms Police Department has begun the process of accreditation through the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.

“I inherited a department with a strong reputation, and there’s already an outstanding team in place here. I’ve always been one that wants to fine-tune systems, and the systems that are in place here were good systems, but I’m looking to improve on what we have to try to find more value, not only for our organization but for the commu-

with their campaign, “Alcohol and Water DON’T Mix.”

According to the coalition, 70% of water recreation deaths involve the use of alcohol. Consequences of mixing alcohol and water recreation include misjudging one’s swimming ability, slowed reaction time, numbed senses, reduced coordination and reduced effectiveness of CPR.

“(The coalition’s) mission is to build community partnerships to reduce high risk behaviors including alcohol, tobacco and other drug use, to help ensure that our youth may grow to their greatest potential,” said Lisa Berkey, executive director.

The sheriff also recommends assigning a designated observer when swimming.

“We have seen incidents where children have drowned surrounded by adults at a party, because one person is not tasked with watching that child at all times,” Bouchard said. “No one noticed they quickly slipped under the water and were at the bottom of the pool and drowned.”

Having an observer is important even for adult swimmers who are strong and athletic.

“In one tragic case, a young man who was a very strong swimmer — very athletic — was swimming to train to get into … peak physical condition. The day before, he swam across the lake and back without a problem,” Bouchard said. “But the next day when he went out to do the same thing, (and) he didn’t complete the swim and drowned.”

The swimmer may have gotten cramps,

nity,” Lawson said. “I really believe that going down the road of accreditation through the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police is just a huge benefit for the Police Department and for the community.”

Lawson said accreditation is “a cornerstone to our ongoing commitment to meet the community standards.”

“It is an absolute major professional milestone for the organization. It’ll ensure that we’re operating with the very best policies, the best practices in law enforcement today, and it’ll make us reinforce and commit to transparency, accountability and excellence.”

When a department becomes accredited, it has to undergo reviews regularly to maintain that status.

Lt. Bob Mydloski, the accreditation manager, said the accreditation process will provide the officers with what they need to “exceed the expectations of the residents.”

“We want to keep improving, and we want to know that what we’re doing is the

Bouchard said, but it’s unknown what happened.

“Don’t be misled by the fact (that) if you are a strong swimmer or if someone is

best in the industry and that we don’t have a policy that is outdated or insufficient. We want to have the best that is possible because we believe we are a top-notch agency, and this is one way that we can show it,” Mydloski said.

The department has two-years to complete the process.

New electric bike unit

The department recently received four electric bikes donated by a resident.

“The thought process behind the electric bikes is to make sure that we’re able to get from point A to point B quickly and still be able to engage effectively with the community,” Lawson said.

Lawson said that since Franklin and Bingham Farms are full of community events, the bikes will provide the opportunity for the officers to maintain their ability to respond quickly when needed, but at the same time be out of their cars and able to interact with residents.

a strong swimmer, that you don’t need safety equipment or safety observation of that swimmer, because you don’t know what’s going to happen,” Bouchard said.

CALENDAR COMMUNITY

JULY 10

Project Kidsight Vision Screening: Free for ages 6 months and older, sponsored by Beverly Hills Lions Club, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Baldwin Public Library, 300 W. Merrill St. in Birmingham, also held Aug. 9, baldwinlib.org

JULY 12

Oakland County Football Club: Semi-professional men’s soccer team, last game of season at 7 p.m., Royal Oak High School Stadium, 1500 Lexington Blvd., (248) 629-0251, oaklandcountyfc.com

JULY 16

Neighborhood Nights at Northbrook: Outdoor event

features live music by bands and DJ, food truck, bounce house, basketball, pickleball and more, 5-8 p.m., Northbrook Presbyterian Church, 22055 W. 14 Mile Road in Beverly Hills, continues Aug. 20, northbrookpc.org

JULY 26

Day on the Town: Find discounted merchandise, food trucks, chalk art displays, kids activities, giveaways and more, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., in stores and along streets and sidewalks in downtown Birmingham, map available week of event at allinbirmingham.com/visitors/ dayonthetown

AUG. 12

The Birmingham Metropolitan Women’s Club meeting: Hear from Andrea Onish (curator of education at Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum at Saginaw Valley State University), also luncheon, 10:30 a.m., The Iroquois Club, 43248 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Township, group meets every second Tuesday of

and a 1930 Rolls Royce Phantom One.

month, RSVP to Chris at (248) 303-7339 two weeks before each event, tbmwc.com

ONGOING

Birmingham Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays until Oct. 26, Public Parking Lot #6, 660 N. Old Woodward Ave., allinbirmingham.com/farmersmarket

Weekly car show: 8-10 a.m. Saturdays, Pasteiner’s, 33202 Woodward Ave. in Birmingham, (248) 6462886, see hundreds of vehicle photos from past events at pasteiners.com/parking-at-pasteiners

Food trucks: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays until Aug. 20, parking lot of Bloomfield Community Television, 4190 Dublin Road in Bloomfield Township, see lineup at bloomfieldtwp.org/foodtruck

Cranbrook on the Green: Play artist-designed mini-golf course, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays (10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays) through August, then

the ideal vehicle to take up north.

The June 21 agenda was to tour Stahls Auto Museum in Chesterfield Township, drive over to Selfridge Military Air Museum in Harrison Township, and have dinner at the Sugarbush Tavern in Chesterfield Township. The parade of cars also headed to Sanders Chocolate & Ice Cream Shoppe in Clinton Township Friday night.

“I’m glad to be here among friends. This is what it’s all about,” Golomb, 75, said. “I grew up in Saginaw and my family worked for General Motors. Cars were my thing. I enjoyed them. I like unusual cars.”

Golomb can’t get enough of his 1955 Messerschmitt.

“It’s a two-seater. There’s a front and back seat. What I like most is sharing the cars with other people, letting kids see them and letting adults see them,” he said. “They’re fun. They’re unique. They’re different.”

Golomb also owns a 1957 BMW Isetta

One reason for the Brandenburg Park barbecue was so that a small group of local Amphicar owners could make a splash in Lake St. Clair. That fell through, but International Amphicar Owners Club members still met up with the group at the hotel.

The Amphicar, designed by Hans Trippel, operates on land and water. According to the website rarehistoricalphotos.com, the Amphicar was manufactured in West Germany and first appeared in the U.S. at the 1961 New York Auto Show. The website states the Amphicar’s engine was mounted at the rear of the vehicle, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. On the water, the same engine drives a pair of reversible propellers at the rear with a second gear lever engaging forward or reverse drive.

Fraser resident Chuck Reiner, 70, owns a 1968 blue Amphicar.

“It’s all my wife’s fault,” he joked. “She saw an Amphicar at the Woodward Dream Cruise.”

His wife, Deanna, thought it would be

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays in September, Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, ticket includes admission to galleries, cranbrookartmuseum.org/mini-golf

Art exhibits: 44th annual “Michigan Fine Arts Competition” features 80-plus juried artists, 9 a.m.4 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays until Aug. 14, Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S. Cranbrook Road in Birmingham, bbartcenter.org

• “Eventually Everything Connects: Mid-Century Modern Design in the US” includes nearly 200 works by 80-plus artists, designers and architects, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays (until 8 p.m. Thursdays) until Sept. 21, Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, cranbrookartmuseum.org

To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar.

“I did end up finding one. I take it to a lot of car shows whenever possible and on Lake St. Clair. You can seat two people in the front and three people in the back,” Reiner said. “On water, it felt very unnatural at first. You’re driving your car into the water. After you’ve done it a couple times, it feels enjoyable. It takes forever to get up to speed. We go on all kinds of rivers, lakes, all over the place in different states.”

The Reiners trailer the car to Florida in the winter to meet other IAOC members for some water time.

“We have members throughout the country and throughout the world,” Reiner said.

Other IAOC members Tom Hurley, of Fair Haven, and Jeff McKeown, of Chesterfield Township, attended Meet in the Middle. McKeown has a 1964 Amphicar he takes out often with his significant other, Sandra Shenduk. McKeown morphed into owning the vehicle after his uncle sent him a photo in one.

“It’s just awesome. We get together in

the summer and go to Lake St. Clair. We can travel in the shallow areas and by the bays and hang out with the boaters and go swimming,” McKeown said. “Little kids love it.”

“We get so many people stop what they’re doing and take a picture of the car,” Shenduk said.

Rumor has it that even singer Uncle Kracker once snapped a photo of them. Harsens Island in St. Clair County is a favorite spot for Shenduk, and McKeown has even medaled at the Algonac boat show. Not content with just owning one vintage model, McKeown also has a 1948 Crosley wagon. Hurley said he purchased his 1964 red Amphicar from George Gray, an announcer from “The Price Is Right” who also hosted the “Weakest Link” game show.

Although the Amphicar “doesn’t go very fast, everyone loves it. Everyone is waving at you. Everyone is looking at you,” Hurley said. “I’ve swam out of it. The first time driving it was a little scary. We’ve been to Lake Michigan. We trailer them and go all over. Just putzing along, it’s relaxing to me.”

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because he couldn’t get his vehicle out of the lot. He was arrested and charged with disturbing the peace and malicious destruction of property.

Intoxicated driver arrested after parking lot crash

BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 7 p.m. on June 8, officers were dispatched to the 500 block of S. Old Woodward Avenue for a private property traffic crash. Officers spoke with the restaurant manager, who stated that a 66-year-old man had backed into another vehicle parked in the lot.

The suspect and the other party involved exchanged information, and the other party left shortly afterward. When officers spoke with the suspect, they observed signs of intoxication. After failing field sobriety tests, the suspect was arrested and cited for operating while intoxicated.

House egged

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 1:20 a.m. June 13, an unknown person threw eggs at the complainant’s house near Vinsetta Boulevard and Crooks Road, causing damage to solar lights.

Car window broken

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 7 p.m. and 3 a.m. June 13, an unknown person broke the rear window of the complainant’s vehicle near Lafayette and Sixth Street.

Thief steals lawnmower

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 5:15 p.m. June 17, an unknown person stole a lawnmower from the complainant’s yard near South Blair Avenue.

Suspect leaves scene of 3-car crash

BERKLEY — Police responded to a three-car crash at 5:13 p.m. June 12 in the area of Greenfield Road and Beverly Boulevard.

The report states that police were called to the area for a three-car crash with injuries. Police were told en route that one of the vehicles had left the area.

Police first talked to a 27-year old woman who stated that she was stationary in the left turn lane on

passenger side of her vehicle. The woman was visibly in pain and taken to the hospital, according to police.

A 71-year-old Bloomfield Hills man told an officer that he had been traveling on Greenfield when the Malibu rear-ended his vehicle.

Southfield police informed Berkley police that the Malibu had initially stopped after the crash, but when a Southfield officer attempted to get information from the driver of the Malibu, she refused. While the officer checked on the other vehicles, the Malibu driver sped off from the scene. Police attempted a pursuit, but it was terminated.

Trailer taken

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to Madison Heights police, an unknown suspect stole a trailer from a business in the 26000 block of Dequindre Road sometime between 5 p.m. June 5 and 9 a.m. June 6.

Police were investigating.

Customers leave without paying

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to Madison Heights police, a restaurant located in the 32000 block of John R Road was defrauded by two unknown women sometime between 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. June 5.

The suspects reportedly ate food and then fled the restaurant without paying. Police were investigating.

Driver operating while intoxicated

FARMINGTON — Around 1:30 a.m. June 1, Farmington Public Safety officers on patrol conducted a welfare check on a vehicle stopped in the right-turn lane of Grand River Avenue east of Halsted Road.

Once in contact with the driver, the officers reportedly discovered an open and half-full bottle of liquor in the rear seat of the vehicle.

The investigation led to the arrest of the 55-yearold female driver for having an open container and operating while intoxicated.

She was held in custody until sober then released.

The case was forwarded to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s office.

Business discovers fake ID

BERKLEY — The Berkley Public Safety Department was called by a local marijuana business for a report of a fake identification being used.

According to the report, police were called at 8:22 p.m. June 13 to Quality Roots, 2395 12 Mile Road. One of the workers told an officer that a person came in and attempted to use a fake identification to

be fake and the suspect left the store soon after.

The fake driver’s license was linked back to a 16year from Bloomfield Hills. Police made contact with the teen’s family in order to set up a meeting.

Vehicle catches fire following 3-car crash

ROCHESTER HILLS — Police responded to a three-car crash at Rochester Road and Avon at 1 p.m. June 16.

An 83-year-old driver of a green Ford hit a stopped vehicle in front of her, which forced that vehicle into a third vehicle. The green Ford caught fire, but police said the driver was out of the car when it started to burn. The 83-year-old driver, a woman from Rochester Hills, was transported to the hospital for evaluation. No other injuries were reported. Police said the 83-year-old driver will have her driver’s license reviewed.

Men arrested after allegedly stealing car, fleeing from police

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were advised that officers from the Auburn Hills Police Department were taking a report of a freshly stolen Jeep Wagoneer from the 800 block of Sheffield in Auburn Hills at 4:30 a.m. June 4. It was reported the vehicle was being remotely tracked by the caller. Deputies were originally advised the stolen vehicle was on Adams, near South Boulevard, entering Rochester Hills. As deputies made their way to the area, information was updated that the vehicle’s last known location was on Square Lake Road, near Crooks Road.

Deputies located the vehicle southbound on Crooks Road, near Tower Drive, in Troy, at which time they attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The vehicle refused to stop, accelerated away and fled from deputies through several streets within Troy. The suspects stopped on Coolidge Highway, near Babcock, at which time they fled on foot. The passenger, a 20-year-old man from Detroit, was quickly apprehended. The driver, a 25-year-old man from Detroit, was apprehended a short time later with the assistance of a Bloomfield Township Police K-9 unit. Officers from the Auburn Hills Police Department arrived and took custody of both suspects and the vehicle. Police were expected to seek charges for unlawful driving away of an automobile and fleeing and eluding.

Driver arrested for operating while intoxicated ROCHESTER — Officers were dispatched to the area of University and Great Oaks for a single car accident with airbag deployment at approximately 2

SUV with air bag deployment and damage to the front. The driver refused sobriety evaluations and was medically cleared by the Rochester Fire Department. The driver submitted to a preliminary breath test, which resulted in a blood alcohol content of 0.31%. The driver was placed under arrest and was transported to the Rochester Police Department. The driver was administered a chemical breath test, which resulted in a 0.325% blood alcohol content. The driver was lodged until sober and was released pending a later court date.

Driver caught on the road with suspended license, using cellphone ROCHESTER — An officer on patrol in the area of Main and University saw the driver of the vehicle next to them using their cellphone while driving at approximately 7:30 p.m. June 19. The officer checked the license plate, which revealed the registered owner’s licence was suspended. The officer conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, who was also the registered owner. The driver was arrested, transported to the Rochester Police Department and released with a citation.

Attempted check fraud TROY — At 2:50 p.m. June 13, officers were dispatched to Comerica Bank, located at 1494 John R Road, to investigate a fraudulent check. Upon arrival, officers located the suspect at Vermont Avenue and Milverton Road. He was identified as a 24-year-old resident of Clarkston. Officers spoke with bank employees who said that the suspect produced a check for $2,186, claiming it was his first payroll check with the listed company. The employees suspected the check was fraudulent and called Comerica Bank’s

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