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Memorial Grove all-abilities park opens in Rochester
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER — A new universal play area has opened in Rochester. Memorial Grove All Abilities Park — adjacent to Halbach Field, off of Woodward Avenue — features new interactive play equipment around the existing walkways in Memorial Grove, with a turf floor around the equipment.
“It’s the first all-abilities, inclusive playground and park in the city, and I think it’s going to speak to many future years, as we expand our parks,” said Finance Director Anthony Moggio. “It’s an example of how we want to be inclusive and make sure we can be good partners with our community and the schools and that everyone can enjoy recreation outdoors, with as many barriers removed as possible.”
The intent of the area, according to city officials, is to be a barrierfree passive area for children with sensory sensitivities or accessibility barriers, allowing them to enjoy the play equipment as families walk around the oval pathway.
“We have everything from sound features to a glider that’s wheelchair accessible and many other features to try to cover a little bit of everything
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ABOVE RIGHT: Rochester Adams is all smiles during a 2-0 win over Byron Center Nov. 2 at Grand Ledge High School. The Highlanders scored two goals in the first half and held onto the lead, securing their third state championship in school history and second in three seasons. ABOVE LEFT: Rochester Adams senior Salvatore Dinoto prepares to kick the ball during the MHSAA Division 1 state finals. Dinoto and senior Anthony Page each tallied a goal for the Highlanders, while seniors Logan Lilla and Alex Rosin both had assists in the win. LEFT: Rochester Adams senior goalkeeper Reid Dennis makes a stop on a Byron Center attacker.
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Newcomer joins RCS school board incumbents
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/
OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Incumbents
Julie Alspach and Jayson Blake, along with newcomer Shelley Lauzon, were elected to three six-year terms on the Rochester Community Schools Board of Education Nov. 5, according to unofficial results from the Oakland and Macomb County elections divisions. Incumbents Barb Anness and Michelle Bueltel
secured terms ending Dec. 13, 2026, outpacing incumbent Andrew Weaver and challenger Johnathan Sesi.
Alspach received the most votes in the race for the three six-year terms, with 22,484, followed by Lauzon with 21,086 and Blake with 20,305, according to unofficial results from the Oakland and Macomb County elections divisions. Challenger Richard Kaczanowski was close behind with 20,257.
OU Police investigate attempted robbery inside Oakview Hall
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER HILLS — Oakland University Police are investigating an attempted robbery that happened at a campus dorm room the morning of Nov. 6. Police said five men wearing ski masks approached a female student on the second floor of Oakview Hall as she was walking back to her dorm room at 12:30 a.m.
The men asked if she “wanted some company” and if she had a roommate, according to police. They then asked if they could take her car for a ride, according to police.
One of the men tried to take her car keys from her hand, and a struggle ensued as she yelled for help, according to reports. Her roommate then opened the door to their room, causing all five suspects to run away. Police said the men were all roughly 6 feet tall and were all wearing dark jackets and ski masks. No other description was provided.
Oakland University officials said investigators have reviewed many hours of video footage from an extensive number of security cameras both inside and outside the building in efforts to locate and identify suspects. They have also interviewed residents on the floor to obtain additional information, but no suspects had been taken into custody at press time.
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Five men wearing ski masks reportedly tried to rob a female student on the second floor of Oak View Hall.
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Political signs advertise candidates for office, including candidates for the Rochester Community Schools Board of Education.
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BELOW: George Axford’s store on Rochester’s Main Street.
LOOKING BACK: Geo Axford Sports Shop
In 1903, George Axford opened his store in a prime location at 401 Main St. in downtown Rochester. Located on the northwest corner between Third and Fourth streets, his shop was in good company. The Palmer Block, as it was called, was home to the jewelry store of the block’s namesake, Louis Palmer, H.H. Stalker’s shoe store and George C. Dennis’ drugstore.
Replacing a grocery stand, the Geo. Axford Sports Shop offered customers a wide selection of sporting goods, such as baseball equipment, fishing tackle, bicycles and rollerskates. The shop also stocked tobacco, cigars and confections. According to the Rochester Era newspaper, Axford’s store became “the meeting place of hundreds from all over the village and surrounding county, all having the benefit of his sunny and accommodating ways.” In September of 1903, he even set up a “box ball game,” similar to bowling, in an alley in Rochester.
Although recognized as the “enterprising tobacconist and bicycle dealer,” Axford did more than just sell
goods from his downtown shop. He served two terms as the village treasurer and was chief of the Rochester Fire Department for 22 years. In his time as fire chief, Axford saw the transition from handdrawn hose carts to a Ford/Stutphen apparatus and the official establishment of the Fire Department by the Village Council. He was also a member of the local Masonic and Odd Fellows chapters for over 40 years. After his death in 1933, the local newspaper paid tribute by giving Axford’s obituary a spot on the front page. Axford and his wife, Catherine (Knowles), are both buried in Mount Avon Cemetery.
To discover more local history, visit the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm website at www. rochesterhills.org/museum and check out the online collection catalog at rochesterhills.pastperfectonline.com.
— Samantha Lawrence, museum archivist at
the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm
RIGHT: The 1911 Rochester High School baseball team with George Axford, right, in front of his store.
Axford is seated on the left.
Photos provided by the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm
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Metro Detroit’s first pedestrian suspension bridge opens at Innovation Hills
ROCHESTER HILLS — The much-anticipated rope bridge at Innovation Hills in Rochester Hills is ready for adventure seekers. The 112-foot-long suspension bridge is the only pedestrian suspension bridge in the metro Detroit area, according to city officials, and is over 20-feet high. It is made up of a combination of steel cables, rope and wood.
The bridge spans the Clinton River, known for its abundance of brown trout and its Class 3 rapids, offering beautiful views of the scenic landscape in an “Indiana Jones” kind of way, city officials say.
The addition of the bridge creates access to the 48-acre Innovation Hills Green Space, the city’s largest and highest-quality green space, via an unpaved half-mile trail loop that city officials say features exceptional habitat and vegetation diversity.
“The new rope bridge at Innovation Hills is a thrilling addition to Michigan’s premier park and unlocks even more of our beautiful green space for residents and visitors to enjoy,” Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan K. Barnett said in a statement. “This is yet another testament to our commitment to creating unique and exciting experiences in our parks.”
Innovation Hills is located at 2800 W. Hamlin Road. The rope bridge is located in the back of the park, near the Turtle Trail, roughly a half-mile walk from the park entrance. To learn more, visit rochesterhills.org/parks.
Light the Village to be held Nov. 22
ROCHESTER HILLS — The Village of Rochester Hills is once again kicking off the most wonderful time of the year 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, with the annual Light The Village holiday celebration. The 375,000-square-foot outdoor shopping center will be covered with over 800,000 colored lights and will offer an evening of family fun. The event will include holiday music and entertainment, food, Santa Claus’s appearance at 6:45 p.m., and a fireworks display at 7:15 p.m. There will be stilt walkers, fire performers, balloon twisters, the Grinch, free face painting, free arts and crafts activities, and more. Free walk-up visits with Santa will be held 8-9 p.m. A free shuttle service will run from Van Hoosen Middle School beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Village is located at 104 N. Adams Road, at the corner of Adams and Walton in Rochester Hills. All holiday festivities are free and open to the public. For a full list of events, visit TheVORH.com.
Downtown Rochester celebrates annual Holiday Window Contest
ROCHESTER — Nearly 20 local businesses will participate in the Holiday Window Contest in downtown Rochester, which has a “Winter Wonderland” theme this year. The community event encourages businesses to showcase their creativity and holiday spirit by transforming their windows into a winter wonderland display.
From Nov. 25 to Dec. 4, residents and visitors are encouraged to explore the downtown area and text their vote for their favorite holiday window display. People can cast their votes by following the voting information displayed outside each participating business’s window. A complete list of participating businesses and a map are located at www.downtownrochestermi.com/holiday-window-contest.
The winner will be announced onstage at the Kris Kringle Market Friday, Dec. 6. For more information, including a complete list of events, visit www.DowntownRochesterMI.com.
FESTIVAL OF TREES RUNS NOV. 22-24
ROCHESTER — The 11th annual Downtown Rochester Festival of Trees will be held Nov. 22-24 at the Rochester Community House.
The event features trees, wreaths, centerpieces, tablescapes and more, all designed and donated by the metro Detroit community. Santa and Mrs. Claus are taking time out of their busy schedule to visit with children noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, and noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. Admission is free. All proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show and local nonprofits. The festival is open on 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. Tickets are available for Cocktail Preview that will be held 7-10 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow. Tickets cost $50 per person and are available at the Downtown Collaboration Studio, 431 S. Main St. in Downtown Rochester, and at www.downtownrochestermi.com/festival-of-trees.
Other upcoming downtown Rochester events include Lagniappe Nov. 25, Plaid Friday Nov. 29, Small Business Saturday Nov. 30 and the Kris Kringle Market Dec. 6-7. For more information, call the Rochester DDA at (248) 656-0060.
Rainbow Connection to have local fundraiser
ROCHESTER — The Rainbow Connection, a wish-making organization supporting children battling life-threatening illnesses, will host its “Celebration of Dreams” at 5 p.m. Nov. 24 at The Palazzo Grande, 54660 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township. Tickets start at $100 and can be purchased by visiting e.givesmart.com/events/zqx.
The Rainbow Connection’s kickoff to the holiday season will feature entertainment, holiday raffles and the popular “Gifts Galore” silent auction. With more than 120 items, the auction is aimed at helping attendees find the perfect gifts for everyone on their lists.
Stoney Creek High School presents ‘Game of Tiaras’
ROCHESTER HILLS — Stoney Creek High School will present “Game of Tiaras” at 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and 3 p.m. Nov. 17. Organizers said the show is a hilarious tragedy that combines the plot twists of “Game of Thrones” with the despair of a Shakespearean tragedy. The play will be held at Stoney Creek High School Auditorium, 6755 Sheldon Road in Rochester Hills. Tickets cost $16 for adults and $12 for students. For more information, call (248) 563-1416.
Rochester Adams High School presents ‘Puffs’
ROCHESTER HILLS — Rochester Adams High School will present “Puffs” at 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and 22-23 at the Adams Performing Arts Center. For seven years, a certain boy wizard went to a certain wizard school and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story, organizers said. This is the story of the Puffs ... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. Tickets cost $12 for adults and $10 for students. For more information, call (248) 726-5384.
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in this area without making it too large. The surfacing material is almost a lifetime material. It offers cushion and accessibility for everything from crutches to wheelchairs,” Moggio explained.
Kari Norton brought her son Gabe to the ribbon-cutting ceremony to test out the new equipment.
“I think it’s exciting that he can have a place where he, specifically, goes, and he can just be himself,” she said.
“He’s fearful of regular playground equipment. He’s afraid to go down slides, and he has some motor issues, so this will be a cool place for him to play.”
The Memorial Grove All Abilities Park cost around $300,000, paid for via $225,000 from the Michigan Department of Natural
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As the investigation continues, police have increased Oakview Hall building checks conducted by officers, and University Housing has increased resident assistant rounds in the building. University Housing has also increased daily hours during which ID card access is required to enter the building, according to university officials.
Resources, with a $75,000 city match, for which Rochester used a Community Development Block Grant.
“It’s an accessible and inclusive playspace for children and community members of all ages and abilities enjoying the benefits of outdoor play and recreation together. ‘Together’ is actually the most important word there, because the big benefit is, no matter your ability, you can be with the other kids, and other kids can be with you, so no one is left out,” said Merrie Carlock, a grant coordinator for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
“As a former special education teacher, it’s really nice to have something that all kids can use,” Mayor Stuart Bikson said. “It’s really important.”
For more information about the allabilities park, visit rochestermi.org or call (248) 733-3700.
Student residents have been reminded that student housing building doors should never be propped open and individuals should never be allowed into housing facilities without using security swipe devices.
Any student or campus community members who feel uncomfortable walking to a building or vehicle can call the OUPD at (248) 370-3331 to utilize the SafeWalk police escort program. Anyone with information about the attempted robbery is asked to call OUPD at (248) 370-3331.
ABOVE: Kari Norton and her son, Gabe, play on the musical equipment at Memorial Grove.
RIGHT: Memorial Grove features new interactive play equipment with a turf floor around the existing walkways.
Photos by Mary Beth Almond
VOTERS CHOOSE CANDIDATES IN NOV. 5 GENERAL ELECTION
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — In the Post’s coverage area, voters weighed in on various state, county and local races Nov. 5, including township offices.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced more than 5.5 million people exercised their right to vote during the general election.
For the most part, Benson said tabulation has been completed. However, there were still about 6,000 outstanding military and overseas ballots — which, if postmarked by Nov. 5 and received by Nov. 12, would be included in the unofficial results.
State officials said it’s common for vote tallies to change from the initial unofficial results, as Michigan’s election system has built-in steps to identify and correct errors before results are finalized and certified. The election results will be official and final after the Board of State Canvassers certifies the results, which was expected after press time.
The unofficial results reported by all Michigan counties are available online at Michigan.gov/Vote.
U.S. House of Representatives, District 9
Republican Congresswoman Lisa McClain R-Bruce Township, outpaced her challengers for a two-year term representing the state’s 9th congressional district. McClain earned 310,239 votes, followed by Democrat Clinton St. Mosley with 137,446 votes, Working Class Party opponent Jim Walkowicz with 12,088 and Libertarian Kevin Vayko with 5,299 votes, according to unofficial votes from the Michigan Voter Information Center. This will be McClain’s third term in Congress. The salary for this position is $174,000.
U.S. House of Representatives, District 10
Incumbent U.S. Rep. John James, R-Shelby Township, held on to his seat in Michigan’s 10th congressional district for another two years. James, a Republican, earned 217,440 votes, followed by Democrat Carl Marlinga with 191,352 votes, Working Class Party candidate Andrea Kirby with 11,152 votes and Libertarian Mike Saliba with 5,335 votes. The salary for this position is $174,000.
State House District 54
Republican state Rep. Donni Steele defended her seat against Democrat Shadia Martini for another two-year term. Steele received 28,872 votes, while Martini earned 26,204 votes. The salary for the position is $71,685.
State House District 55
Incumbent Republican state Rep. Mark Tisdel retained his seat for the next two years following a battle with Democrat Trevis Harrold. Tisdel earned 29,023 votes, while Harrold received 24,979 votes. The salary for the position is $71,685.
State House District 66
Republican state Rep. Josh Schriver defended his seat against Democrat Shawn Almeranti-Crosby for two more years for the State House of Representatives in District 66. Voters cast 39,981 votes for Schriver and 18,765 votes for Almeranti-Crosby. The salary for the position is $71,685.
Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 4
Democrat Brendan Johnson was elect-
ed to serve as the district 4 representative on the Oakland County Board of Commissioners. Johnson earned 17,756 votes, while his Republican challenger, Dale Hetrick, earned 16,232 votes. Fifty-six votes were cast for write-ins. The annual salary for the position is $45,131.
Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 5
Republican Michael Spisz retained his seat as the District 5 representative on the Oakland County Board of Commissioners. Spisz received 24,231 votes, while Democratic candidate Paul Kelly earned 14,581 votes. Sixty-three votes were cast for writeins. The annual salary for the position is $45,131.
Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 6
Republican Mike Gingell earned 23,933 votes Nov. 5, outpacing Democrat Christina Joy Root, who had 15,983 votes. Fifty-one ballots were cast for write-ins. The annual salary for the position is $45,131.
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Pedestrian ‘gravely’ injured after being hit by car
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER HILLS — A 72-yearold man from Rochester Hills was hit by a car while walking in a crosswalk early on Nov. 3.
According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened at approximately 6:45 a.m. near the intersection of Rochester and Avon roads.
A 28-year-old man from Columbia was driving a 2013 Ford Focus on Rochester
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Oakland Township Supervisor, Treasurer
Incumbent Oakland Township Supervisor Robin Buxar and Treasurer John Giannangeli were both uncontested in their races, and retained their seats.
Buxar earned 9,085 votes. The supervisor position has an annual salary of $13,226.
Giannangeli garnered 8,903 votes, according to unofficial results from the Oakland County Elections Division. The treasurer position has an annual salary of $8,998.
Oakland Township Clerk
Incumbent Township Clerk Dave Mabry outpaced Lana Mangiapane, earning 7,548 votes to 2,543 votes. In addition, 28 votes were cast for write-ins. The clerk position has an annual salary of $8,998.
Oakland Township Trustee
In the Oakland Township trustee race — which was uncontested — Emily Campbell, John Casadei, Jack Elder and Jeanne Langlois were elected. Campbell had the most votes with 8,207, followed by Casadei with 8,013, Langlois with 7,887, and Elder with 7,884, according to unofficial results from the Oakland County Elections Division. Around 152 votes were cast for writeins. Trustees earn $300 per quarter, plus $100 per meeting.
Oakland Township Park Commissioner
In the race for Oakland Township park commissioner — which was also uncontested — Emily Barkham, Heidi Beverly, Jim Fostey, Christine Garrett, Jim Quesenberry,
Road when he reportedly hit a pedestrian who was wearing a reflective vest. Investigators said the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk when he was struck, leaving him in “grave condition.”
Speed, alcohol, or drug use do not appear to be factors in the crash, which is being investigated by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said the driver of the vehicle entered the U.S. illegally. He was released, pending a future hearing date in federal court.
Cathy Rooney and Daniel Simon were all elected to serve. Barkam earned the most votes with 8,063 followed by Beverly with 7,701, Garrett with 7,623 and Fostey with 7,596. Rooney earned 7,558, Quesenberry received 7,525 and Simon received 7,468 votes. All are Republicans. In addition, 162 votes were cast for write-ins. Compensation for the position is $70 per commission meeting
Oakland Township Library Board
In the library board race, Jim Keifer — the only name to appear on the ballot for six vacant seats — earned 6,362 votes, while 11,998 votes were cast for write-ins.
The Oakland County Board of Canvassers reconciles all county write-in races, so the Oakland County election totals simply state the total number of write-in votes the machine received — whether valid or invalid.
The Oakland County Board of Canvassers must complete the canvass and certify the election results by Nov. 19, and the results will be posted on the county’s and township’s websites.
District Court, 52nd District, 3rd Division Judge
Incumbent Judge Laura E. Polizzi retained her seat for a term ending Jan. 1, 2027. Polizzi earned 55,285 votes to challenger Ryan Deel’s 29,888 votes. The salary for the position is $180,741.35.
6th Circuit Court Judge
Tricia Dare earned 286,762 votes to outpace Nicole Sophia-Calhoun Huddleston with 231,580 votes for a non-incumbent six-year term. The salary for this position is $180,741.35.
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Superstitious shoes, special group spark unbeaten season for Van Hoosen girls basketball
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER HILLS — Sweet, sweet repeat.
Middle school sports are a nice forecast for who the high school stars of tomorrow are going to be, and Rochester Adams has an influx of them coming in girls basketball.
They were unbeaten as seventh graders, and one final win against Hart Middle School Oct. 24 clinched not only the city championship but also solidified a perfect 12-0 season for Van Hoosen Middle School’s eighth grade girls basketball team.
“You always say groups are special every year – coaches are notorious for that – but I will say that this group was special in checking every box,” head coach Justin Howard said. “They were special in preparing themselves before the game. They listened. They let me challenge them. They were disciplined, and they came ready to play. They were a great group to hang around.”
Howard, in his fourth season as head coach, said the challenge for him was inheriting an unbeaten team and handling the pressure
Van Hoosen players throw up the “W” after a win this season.
Photo provided by Justin Howard
BUILDING UP WOMEN IN LAW ENFORCEMENT
BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Careers in law enforcement take a great amount of dedication and sacrifice.
According to the National Policing Institute, the number of women police officers has greatly increased since 1974, when there were only about 1,000 women police officers working in the United States. Now, it is estimated that there are about 96,000 women police officers. While the number has gone up significantly, only about 12% of police officers are women.
Local women recently shared their experiences and advice with C & G Newspapers on pursuing a career as a police officer.
Teresa Young is the executive lieutenant to the chief of police at the Southfield Police Department. She started her career as a 911 dispatcher in West Bloomfield and began rising in the ranks once she joined the Southfield Police Department in 2009.
While Young was in each position, she maximized her impact by taking on different roles and responsibilities throughout the department. For example, after she became a sworn officer in December 2009, she took
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RIGHT: Detective L. McDonald has been with the Farmington Hills Police Department’s Investigations Division since 2011. BELOW: Teresa Young, executive lieutenant to the chief of police at the Southfield Police Department, said women in law enforcement have a “unique set of challenges” that men usually do not face.
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
Nesreen Sabbagh earned 17,511, and Taara Datta Donley received 12,869. In addition, 347 votes were cast for write-ins.
Lauzon said she feels “honored” to have been elected as a new board trustee.
“I am thankful to every voter who placed their trust in me. Although the results do not fully reflect my initial vision, I remain committed to moving our district forward in a positive direction. I look forward to working collaboratively with the board to create an environment where every child in our district has the support and opportunities they deserve,” she said in an email.
In a statement on social media, Alspach said she is “grateful and humbled” by the level of community support she received, both in votes and encouragement throughout the campaign.
“This victory was not the effort of one person, but the result of many parts of our community coming together. I want to thank everyone who supported my campaign. I am especially thankful for all the connections and conversations I shared with parents and community members, including those who hold views different from my own. I am also grateful for the group of teachers who helped my husband and me get through that last hour outside the voting locations last night.”
Alspach said she remains committed to “ensuring that all students feel safe in our schools and represented in our curriculum and resources.”
“I will continue to support our district in creating experiences and career paths that lead to a broader range of possible futures for our students. This election reaffirms our community’s belief in the excellence of our schools and our commitment to making them even better,” the statement reads.
“Rochester is my hometown, where I was raised and where my children were raised. I am honored to be chosen to continue serving it.”
Blake said he is “very pleased” with the election results.
“Rochester is a stellar district that provides an excellent education. We have committed and involved parents who feel very passionately about education. I look forward to working together with my colleagues to lead this district as it continues to innovate over the next 6 years,” he said in a statement.
In the race for the two terms ending Dec. 13, 2026, on the school board, Anness earned 22,133 votes and Bueltel earned 21,910 votes, according to unofficial results from the Oakland and Macomb County elections divisions. Weaver received 20,983
votes and Sesi earned 18,801 votes. In addition, 178 votes were cast for write-ins.
Anness said she is grateful to the greater Rochester community for re-electing her to serve a two-year partial term.
“We have so much to be proud of here in the Rochester Community Schools district, and the clear message that retaining four incumbents sends speaks volumes: we will not be swayed by half-truths or the negative narratives pushed by some to undermine our public school district. The road ahead is bright, and I am inspired by the opportunity to continue serving this incredible community,” she said in a statement. “I also welcome Shelley Lauzon as the newest member of our board. We look forward to working together with her, embracing a spirit of collaboration, respect, and mutual trust — values that are essential to creating a board that truly works in the best interests of ALL the students we serve. Along with my other board colleagues, our Superintendent Mr. Russo, and the dedicated educators who work with our students every day, we will build on our successes, improve where we can and should, ensuring every child — regardless of their ability — has the opportunity to thrive and succeed, on whatever path they choose.”
Bueltel said she is “truly honored and grateful” for the trust the community has placed in her.
“I appreciate all of my supporters, family, and friends for their encouragement and commitment to the future of our students and district. I look forward to continuing to serve and work collaboratively with our community, staff, and families to support an inclusive and thriving educational environment. I am confident that together, we will continue making a positive impact on all students in our district. I am excited to move forward with the work we have ahead,” she said in a statement.
Rochester Community School District Board of Education members do not receive compensation. Their meetings are held at 7 p.m. on scheduled Mondays in the district’s Administration Building, 52585 Dequindre Road in Rochester. Meetings are broadcast on Comcast Channel 19, WOW Channel 15, or RCS Cable TV. Video recordings are then posted online, generally within 48 hours after the meeting at www.rochester. k12.mi.us.
Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
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the time to learn as much as she could. She worked the midnight shift and became an honor guard member, field training officer and evidence technician.
“I made it a point to diversify my career as much as I could so I could keep taking that next step. I’m always looking for what my next step is going to be,” Young said.
When Young was starting out, she said it took a long time to earn trust as a female officer.
“I think there was a perceived vulnerability that not just my coworkers, but even suspects out on the road underestimated me or targeted me just because I was a female. They thought that maybe I was weaker or easier to manipulate,” Young said.
Young said that being a woman in law enforcement, especially early on in a career, it can feel like “having a bad day” was not an option because it feels like everyone is looking at you.
“There are times where I came in with a chip on my shoulder, you know, I wanted to prove to everybody that I belonged here, and that I was going to go far in my career, and that no matter what was thrown at me, I was
going to overcome it,” Young said. Young urges women who are new to law enforcement to find a mentor. She adds that it is important for female officers to remember who they wanted to be in the field in the first place.
“You are going to have a unique set of challenges that your male counterparts don’t have to deal with. You’re going to be judged
a little harder, you’re going to be maybe criticized a little harsher,” Young said. “I think it’s all about not losing sight of who you are.”
Detective L. McDonald is with the Farmington Hills Police Department’s Investigations Division.
McDonald started at the Farmington Hills Police Department in November 2011 as a police service aide, which is a civilian position with the department. After graduating from the Oakland Police Academy in December 2012, she applied for a police position at the department. She completed several months of training and about nine years of working road patrol before moving to her current position.
When she first started working in law enforcement, she said there were not nearly as many female officers at the department as there are today. The Farmington Hills Police Department currently has 16 female sworn officers.
They also have a program to recruit women police officers. “Blue, Red & You” is a workshop for women who are interested in becoming a first responder. This program was developed in 2022 in efforts to recruit more women for careers at the Farmington Hills Police and Fire departments.
“I wanted to succeed and do well so that I could show the other female officers
here, ‘Look what you can accomplish,’ and just kind of be a mentor to the female officers that are coming in, just like I had mentors when I was coming in,” McDonald said.
Capt. Jennifer Miles is the commander of the Emergency Communications and Operations Division at the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. She started at the Sheriff’s Office in 1999 and has held several positions in her 25 years of service.
One of her many duties, which she began in 2009 and still does today, is a women’s self-defense program for civilian women throughout the county.
Miles is currently at the FBI National Academy to bring back skills in leadership, mindfulness and resilience to her agency.
“I think that we as women think and feel like every day you have to prove yourself that you belong there, and so every day is 100%. You don’t get to have a bad day,” Miles said.
Miles encourages anyone interested in law enforcement to come apply to make a difference in their community.
“We are the heart and soul of protection and making sure that everybody goes home to their family. So if there are things that are perceived injustices or just straight up injustices, come help us, from the inside, solve that,” Miles said.
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Capt. Jennifer Miles, commander of the Emergency Communications and Operations Division at the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, has been at the Sheriff’s Office for 25 years.
CRIME WATCH
Indecent exposure reported on Clinton River Trail
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to an indecent exposure complaint that occurred on the Clinton River Trail, behind Rochester Christian University in Rochester Hills, at 8:16 a.m. Oct. 1. Deputies met with the caller, who stated that she and her friend had been walking on the trail when they observed a man with long black hair who was not wearing a shirt and had his black capri pants pulled down, exposing his genitals. She stated that they kept walking, at which time the suspect started following them. Concerned, they walked to the Rochester Christian University campus, but the suspect continued to follow them onto the campus. At some point, the suspect turned and returned to the trail, leaving in an unknown direction.
Deputies searched the trail system but did not locate the suspect. Deputies notified Rochester Christian University security of the incident. The investigation is ongoing.
Students caught ingesting CBD gummies at school
ROCHESTER HILLS — The school resource deputy at Avondale Middle School was informed by the school nurse that she had a student complaining of nausea and dizziness at 2:04 p.m. Oct. 3. The student was asked if he had consumed anything, and he stated he’d eaten a gummy given to him
by another student. The student who distributed the gummy was pulled from class and brought to the administrative office. His backpack was later removed from his locker. The gummies were found in his backpack. The student stated he was given CBD gummies by his mother for his anxiety. He admitted to distributing a couple of gummies to another student. The student’s mother arrived at the school and denied all claims that she had given the gummies to her child. Both students were given appropriate school consequences and were referred to the Avondale Youth Assistance Program.
Deputies assist in arrest
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies monitoring neighboring jurisdictions’ radio traffic overheard Royal Oak and Troy police in an active pursuit of a tan/gold Ford Windstar minivan northbound on I-75, heading onto eastbound M-59, at 3:46 a.m. Oct. 2. The pursuit continued into and then out of the city’s jurisdiction, with only Royal Oak and Troy following. Troy discontinued via radio traffic, with Royal Oak still actively engaged. The pursuit continued northbound on Adams, crossing South Boulevard, when Royal Oak terminated and lost sight of the vehicle.
A few moments later, deputies responded to a 911 call in the area of Adams and M-59. The caller claimed she had been carjacked in her Ford Windstar, which also matched the description of the vehicle Royal Oak and Troy were pursuing.
Deputies canvassed the area and located the vehicle on the westbound M-59 shoulder, west of Adams. The vehicle was occupied by a lone female driver who said she had
been carjacked and the suspect fled on foot southbound across the freeway. While deputies were checking the area for the suspect, Royal Oak confirmed that the vehicle had only been occupied by a lone female driver. Deputies detained the woman until Royal Oak arrived. Royal Oak police investigated, took custody of the driver and impounded the vehicle.
Deputies investigate student who reportedly threatened ex
ROCHESTER HILLS — The school resource officer at a middle school in the Rochester Community Schools district was notified of a threat that occurred at 3:52 p.m. Sept. 25. Two students who had been dating recently broke up, and an altercation ensued over Snapchat and text between the two.
According to reports, the female and her sister told the male they were going to fight him, and the male reportedly told the female that he would kill her. Deputies conducted a threat assessment and found the student not to be a threat. The responsible party advised the school administration that his statement was said out of anger. The school contacted the student’s mother, who picked him up from school the same day. The student was taken for a mental health evaluation. It was determined that the student was not suicidal or homicidal and he will follow up with treatment.
Drunken people issued citations after fighting
ROCHESTER — Officers were dispatched to the area of Main and University
for a fight in progress at approximately 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3. Officers arrived in the area and were unable to locate any altercation. After a check of the area, officers were able to locate the involved parties, who were highly intoxicated. Both subjects were placed under arrest and were transported to the Police Department. Both subjects were cited and released when sober.
Mother caught driving drunk to pick child up from scene of incident
ROCHESTER — An officer was dealing with a juvenile matter at 11:56 p.m. Nov. 4 and told the juvenile to contact a parent. A few moments later, the juvenile’s mother drove to the scene, and the officer observed signs of impairment. Field sobriety evaluations were conducted, which the driver failed. The driver was given a preliminary breath test, which resulted in a blood alcohol content of 0.09%. The driver was placed under arrest, the juvenile was turned over to the other parent, and the mother was taken to the Police Department. A chemical breath test was administered, and the blood alcohol content was 0.11%. The driver was lodged until sober and was released with a pending court date.
— Mary Beth Almond
of making it back-to-back seasons.
The upset alert came early as Van Hoosen took on Baker Middle School (Troy) in the first game of the season as the Vikings trailed Baker heading into the final quarter.
Van Hoosen made the adjustment and walked away with the six-point win, setting the tone for the 2024 season.
“The defense that we played was fullcourt man and no trapping, which disrupted our opponent,” Howard said. “I think that changed the season.”
Howard, himself, took precautionary measures in efforts to keep the streak intact, wearing the same shoes, his black-and-yellow Air Jordan 4s, to every game.
There was a moment or two where Howard thought about switching the footwear for a game, but his team made sure to intervene and steer him back to the old reliables.
In addition to the superstitions and uniqueness of this group, Howard said there were multiple things on the court that sepa-
rated them from opposing teams.
“We were very disciplined when it came to our offensive execution, where we knew we could run a set play, a pick-and-roll, and where we could push the ball upcourt,”
Howard said. “I think the bonus was that our second and third string were tough, so there were games where the first string didn’t play the fourth quarter because the second and third string were tough. We didn’t have to rely on one group this year, which was great.”
Howard also credits assistant coach Rachel Deering, a parent volunteer with twin daughters on the team, for the team’s success.
“It was such a bonus this year having her, because doing it by yourself when you’re trying to grow a program can be tough,” Howard said. “It was fun having a partner in crime. She was great this year.”
This won’t be the last time Howard holds the clipboard across from this group of ladies as he enters his sixth season as the JV girls basketball head coach at Rochester Adams.
When asked if he thinks this group is going to take over the varsity basketball scene, Howard only needed one word to sum up his answer: “Absolutely.”
Stoney Creek High School embraces culture with new mascot statue
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER HILLS — If you’ve ever been to Romeo High School, home of the Bulldogs, you’ve seen the bulldog statue near the football field.
It’s fierce and strong, and its uniqueness brings a smile to your face, but more importantly, it embodies what it means to be a Bulldog at Romeo.
It also laid the foundation for Rochester Hills Stoney Creek High School’s brand-new mascot statue this year — a 5-foot-tall bronze statue lurking just outside the library.
“In 2021, we were coming out of COVID, and there was a group of five of us that said, ‘Wouldn’t it be cool to get a mascot?’” Jennifer French, a member of the Stoney Creek athletic booster club, said. “We saw one at Spring Harbor, and have you seen Romeo’s? Romeo was our inspiration, but we didn’t quite get there, though. All of us started putting our shift work in the concessions towards what we called an ‘alumni project.’”
Time passed, and it almost seemed as if the funds were going to be put towards another purchase for the school, but fate revealed its hand.
“I got this guy’s email that said ‘bronze blowout,’ and the statue was within $9 of what we had earned,” French said. “It was just one of those meant-to-be’s. It was light enough where we could take it to graduation. It’s not going to be anchored like Romeo’s is. It’s kind of the spirit animal now.”
bronze statue, which sits on a base, cost $1,729 and portrays a cougar methodically climbing down a rock as if eyeing its prey.
Similar to Romeo’s bulldog, it has a fierce and em-
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The Troy Woman’s Association is proud to announce the 52nd annual Elf Shelf arts and crafts show. Coming to Troy High School the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 30th, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Show features 200 booths of handcrafted items. Troy High School is located at 4777 Northfield Parkway, south of Long Lake between Crooks and Coolidge. A $3 donation benefits local charities. The Troy Women’s Association is an all-volunteer, non-profit. Members raise money and support 30 different organizations in the community that benefit young and old. General membership meeting is held on the first Tuesday of each month, at the Troy Boys and Girls Club, 3670 John R Rd. at 7:00PM. New members are always welcome. For more information, visit our website www.Troywomensassociation.org or call 248-988-0426
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the attention of students immediately.
Rochester Hills Stoney Creek athletic booster members stand with the school’s brand-new statue. Photo provided by Brian Shelson
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Local authors publish book on nutrition treatment
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
TROY — Data scientist Mark Trudeau and podiatrist Dr. Sadegh Arab have coauthored “There’s a Food for That,” a guide that provides information on some of the different foods that can assist with treating the top 100 diseases and conditions affecting Americans.
From TMA Publishing, the book provides targeted dietary recommendations to help readers prevent and manage common health issues like diabetes, hypertension and allergies, among others, the authors said.
Trudeau’s interest in nutrient data began after he was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Currently, Trudeau consults with various companies on data science, analytics and business optimization projects, and he is the co-owner/operator of Troy Martial Arts along with his wife. He earned a master’s degree in statistics from Michigan State University in 1988 and has spent more than two decades working in engineering and project management leadership positions at Eastman Kodak, L-3 Communications and Valtech Holdings, among other companies, before retiring in 2013.
He said his doctor advised him to eat more fruits and vegetables, and to avoid fast food, Trudeau said in a press release. “While avoiding fast food was straightforward, I was left wondering which specific fruits and vegetables I should consume. I took matters into my own hands using my data science background to marry foods to diseases through a data-led approach.”
Others took an interest in his research for their own conditions and afflictions, which led to the suggestion that he write a book. Through five years of research,
Trudeau and Arab drew from over 60,000 published medical studies to mathematically compile and identify the top 100 diseases and conditions in America. They were able to identify and rank the top 100 foods that fight those diseases.
“I’ve known Mark for years and told him how nutrition matters, and the general guideline inspired Mark to get data for his book,” Arab said.
Arab has a bachelor’s from the University of Michigan and has a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. Presently, he is a podiatrist who specializes in foot and ankle surgery at Advanced Foot, Ankle & Wound Care in Sterling Heights. He is a staff member at Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Insight Surgical Hospital and Premier Surgical Center of Michigan.
On top of Trudeau’s and Arab’s work, a
weight, but its home near the library doors is an attention grabber for students anytime they walk past it.
data science team cleaned the medical data and analyzed studies related to foods associated with health issues. From the data, the top 10 foods for each disease or condition were identified using statistical calculations and, depending on the frequency of how often certain foods were recommended in the studies, they were classified with a “Golden Bullet” or a “Silver Bullet.”
“There’s a Food for That” uses this health data to provide recommendations for foods as well as information related to serving sizes and nutrient values, and references to the top medical studies. The book avoids vague advice like “eat more vegetables” and instead offers specific guidance, such as consuming almonds for gout or salmon for heart disease, based on data-driven research, the authors said.
Within his research, Trudeau has uncovered some surprising findings in relation
to what many might consider to be healthy choices.
“I’ve always heard that fish is good for omega-3 acids, but there’s only four kinds of fish … salmon, mackerel, sardines and herring,” Trudeau said. “Apples are good for you, and the best are granny smith and red delicious. Corn doesn’t show up anywhere in my research and is not good for you.”
The book has done well in Amazon sales, ranking No. 1 for a short bit. While the book is currently being sold through Amazon at the moment, it may come to other retailers in the future.
“We’re talking to a couple places,” Trudeau said. “We’ve also gotten suggestions from a lot of people about recipes for another book.”
For more information, visit www.theresafoodforthat.com/ or check out the book on Amazon.
In Memory of Tomas
Rogers Callahan
Thomas Rogers Callahan, 62, passed away on October 30th, 2024, in Woodford, VA. Son of the late William and Mary Callahan, he was born September 25th, 1962, in Chicago, IL. He graduated from Rochester HS in 1980. He worked for over 40 years as an artisan— frst as a paperhanger, and then for over 30 years as an electrician. He was honored to be a Master Electrician, held electrical licenses across the nation, and was a dedicated Union man with the IBEW for over 20 years.
He was preceded in death by his father William Callahan and stepdad Albert E. Ianetta, He is survived by his ex-wife and mother of his children, Lin Callahan of Davison, MI; their children: Cara Callahan and her wife Ren Callahan, Maxwell Callahan and his fancée Yeri Kim. Mother, Mary Callahan, brother and sister-in-law Tim Callahan/Nancy Rosenquist, brother Tyrone Callahan, sister and brother-in-law Melissa Devita/Jeff Devita and sister and brother-in-law Celeste Detwiler/ David Detwiler, stepson Joseph JR Quinn and many, aunts, uncles, cousins, and several nieces and nephews. He was practically family to many others, especially those who worked with him and those who he traveled with.
It was his wish that we laugh, reminisce, and smile together during this time. In lieu of fowers, we ask that you consider giving to IBEW LU 86’s Sunshine Club.
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“They were very interested,” Shelson said. “I think they were excited to have a tangible thing they could put their school spirit with. You see the word ‘Cougars’ everywhere, but we don’t really utilize the Cougar mascot really at all. We do have a mascot costume, but to have that is kind of neat. During spirit week they’ll put a pink shirt on it for pink day or a hat on it for hat day – just silly stuff like that.”
It’s still undecided if it will make the trip to graduation, which takes place at Oakland University, because of the statue’s
Aside from rocking spirit week attire better than any other mascot, it does one thing that Shelson said you can’t put a price on – embody the culture of the school.
“I think the value we try to teach the kids is being men and women of character,” Shelson said. “We have our core values that we go through with perseverance, respect, integrity and character, but we want the kids to feel like this is a second home where they’re all welcomed at the end of the day. We really work on our culture, which is why the statue is one of those things that really embodies that. We can all rally around that thing.”
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Mark Trudeau and Dr. Sadegh Arab are the co-authors of “There’s a Food for That.”
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
22A/ ROCHESTER POST • NOVEMBER 14, 2024
NOV. 14-17
‘Game of Tiaras’: Tragic-comedy combines plot twists of “Game of Thrones” with despair of Shakespearean tragedy, 7 p.m. Nov. 14-16 and 3 p.m. Nov. 17, Stoney Creek High School, 6755 Sheldon Road in Rochester Hills, stoneycreektheatre.weebly.com
NOV. 17
Harmony in the Hills concert series: Featuring organist Nicole Keller, 3 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo St. in Rochester, stpaulsrochester. org/index.php/harmony-in-the-hills
NOV. 22
Light The Village: Holiday music, Santa visit, fireworks, food trucks, stilt walkers, fire and LED performers, balloon twisters, Grinch and Cindy Lou Who appearances, and arts and crafts, 6-9 p.m., The Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Road, thevorh.com/events
NOV. 22-24
Festival of Trees: View locally made trees, wreaths and centerpieces, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 23 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 24, also cocktail preview with strolling dinner, refreshments, silent auction and cash bar, 7 p.m. Nov. 22, Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow Ave. in Rochester, downtownrochestermi.com/ festival-of-trees
NOV. 24
Blood drive: 8 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1234 Inglewood Ave. in Rochester, (800) 7332767, redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: standrew)
NOV. 25
Lagniappe/The Big, Bright Light Show: Kickoff event featuring Santa, Rochester buildings illuminated and fireworks, 6-9 p.m., stage set up on West Fourth and Main streets in Rochester, lights continue 5 p.m.midnight until Jan. 19, downtownrochestermi.com
DEC. 6-7
Kris Kringle Market: Open-air event featuring 35-plus vendors, live music and caroling, warming tent with hot-spice wine, beer and food, child-size gingerbread houses for play, Santa visits and s’mores station, 4-10 p.m. Dec. 6 and noon-10 p.m. Dec. 7, West Fourth Street between Main Street and Walnut Boulevard in downtown Rochester, downtownrochestermi.com/ kris-kringle-market
DEC. 8
Rochester Area Hometown Christmas Parade: Features more than 100 floats, marching bands, community groups, and Santa and Mrs. Claus, 1.5-mile route along Rochester Road, 2 p.m., rrc-mi.com/ christmas-parade
DEC. 11
Winter Wonderland Ball: Holiday cookies, snacks and drinks, dancing, and photos on red carpet, for kids in grades 1-5, 6-8 p.m., Rochester Avon Recreation Authority, 500 E. Second St., rararecreation.org
DEC. 12
Pancakes & PJs: Dinner cooked by Rochester firefighters, Santa visit, kids craft and holiday-themed photos, proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show, 5-8 p.m., Rochester Fire Department, 277 E. Second St., register at downtownrochestermi.com/pancakespjs
DEC. 13
Milk & Cookies with Santa: Also photos, activities and meet The Grinch, 4-8 p.m., Rochester Avon Recreation Authority, 500 E. Second St., rararecreation.org
ONGOING
‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’: Musical-comedy with adult themes and mature language, 7:30p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays Nov. 14-17 and 21-24, Rochester Christian University, 800 W. Avon Road in Rochester Hills, (248) 218-2149, theatre@rochesteru.edu, rcu.ludus.com
‘Crimes of the Heart’: 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Nov. 15-17 and 22-23, Avon Players, 1185 Washington Road in Rochester, avonplayers.org
‘A Christmas Carol’: Select dates Nov. 22-Dec. 22, Meadow Brook Theatre on campus of Oakland University, 378 Meadow Brook Road in Rochester, (248) 377-3300, mbtheatre.com/a-christmas-carol-24-25
‘Puffs’: 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and 22-23, Rochester Adams Performing Arts Center, 3200 Tienken Road in Rochester Hills, (248) 726-5384, adamstheatre. ludus.com/splash.php
Holidays at Meadow Brook: Holiday Walk on select dates Nov. 29-Dec. 23, Winter Wonder Lights on select dates Nov. 29-Dec. 30, Starlight Stroll 7-10 p.m. Dec. 4, and Santa Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 7, 14 and 21, Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, meadowbrookhall.org/holidays
Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm open houses: Noon-3 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays until Nov. 23, also guided tours of Van Hoosen Farmhouse and Red House at 1 p.m., 1005 Van Hoosen Road, (248) 6564663, rochesterhills.org/musprograms
Santa photos: Weekends starting Nov. 22, then Dec. 19-24, days for special-needs customers Nov. 23 and pets Nov. 24, The Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Road, see times at thevorh.com/events
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.
Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve activities: Story & STEAM(ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every second and fourth Friday of month) and Nature Tales Classic (story, snack and craft, ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every third Thursday of month), 333 N. Hill Circle in Rochester, dinosaurhill.org
Widowed Friends Movie Club: Meets every second Tuesday of month, Emagine Rochester Hills, 200 Barkley Circle, show and time TBD, contact Valerie at (248) 701-9567 or widowedfriends9@gmail.com
Rochester Community Chorus: Rehearsals from 7:45-9 p.m. Mondays until Dec. 2, St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church, 2675 John R Road in Rochester Hills, also concert at 4 p.m. Nov. 17, Christmas concert with Rochester Community Concert Band and Choral Union of Rochester Christian University at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3 (Avondale High School in Auburn Hills) and participation in Rochester Community Christmas Concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 (St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rochester), facebook.com/friendsofroches tercommunitychorus
Live entertainment: Upcoming shows include Panama (Van Halen tribute) Nov. 15, Thunderstruck (AC/DC tribute) Nov. 16, Kara Chandler as Cher and Night Fever (Bee Gees tribute) Nov. 22, Dueling Pianos Nov.
23, Elektrik Dream (’80s party) Nov. 29, The Rock Show (’80s party) Nov. 30, and Pop Rocks (’90s2000s tribute) Dec. 6, The Roxy, 401 Walton Blvd. in Rochester Hills, (248) 453-5285, theroxyrochester. com/events
• 7-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Fork n’ Pint, 51 N. Broadway in Lake Orion, forknpintlakeorion.com, (248) 845-4476
Free medicare help: Hosted by Michigan Medicare Assistance Program and AgeWays, meet with trained counselor by appointment during open enrollment period (until Dec. 7), OPC Social & Activity Center, 650 Letica Drive in Rochester, (248) 608-0249
Rochester Toastmasters: Meets 6:30 p.m. every first and third Thursday of month, Pixley Memorial Hall, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester, (248) 828-5649, www.4890.toastmastersclubs.org
Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Virtual workshop hosted by AgeWays, learn to communicate with family and healthcare providers, reduce stress, guilt, anger and depression, and make difficult decisions, 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays until Dec. 18, free but donations accepted, (833) 262-2200, wellnessprograms@ageways. org, tinyurl.com/agewaysworkshops
Crown Castle is proposing to install a 45-foot light pole telecommunications structure at the following site: 2909 Eastern Avenue, Rochester Hills, Oakland County, MI 48307 (42-38-16.118 N, 83-5-48.8718 W). Crown Castle invites comments from any interested party on the impact of the proposed action on any districts, sites, buildings, structures or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and/ or specific reason the proposed action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. Specific information regarding the project is available by contacting Charles Hotchkiss, c.hotchkiss@trileaf.com, (314) 997-6111 during normal business hours. Comments must be received at 1515 Des Peres Road, Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63131 within 30 days of this notice posting. 0277-2446
STERLING HEIGHTS NAMED NO. 1
U.S. CITY FOR KEEPING SKIN
YOUTHFUL
STERLING HEIGHTS — The online beauty shop LOOKFANTASTIC recently revealed a study that says Sterling Heights is the No. 1 U.S. city for slowing down skin aging. Sterling Heights’ overall rating was 81.15 out of 100, just 0.1 ahead of second-place Anchorage, Alaska.
“Sterling Heights has an extremely high quiet area score, which means residents can get lots of beauty sleep, helping to slow down signs of aging,” LOOKFANTASTIC said in a press release.
“The city has 1901 sunlight hours and a low average UV index of 2.92 throughout the year, which means residents can enjoy the sun without the harsh effects of UV radiation.”
Ann Arbor also made the study’s top 10 list, at ninth place. Learn more about the study by visiting lookfantastic.com/c/health-beauty/face/best-cities-to-keepskin-youthful.
Museum remembers U.S. Navy pilot on 100th birthday FERNDALE — On his 100th birthday, the Ferndale Historical Museum remembered the life of Ferndale resident Judson Neff Berger, a U.S. Navy pilot who died in an airplane crash. Berger, born Oct. 14, 1924, grew up in Ferndale, having lived on West Oakridge Street, and graduated from Ferndale Schools. He enlisted in the Navy in 1943. On March 17, 1946, Berger and four other pilots were at Naval Air Station Grosse Ile to sign out three aircraft, SNJ5 advanced trainers. That afternoon, Berger’s aircraft spun out of control and crashed in what is known today as Geary Park, then known as Catalpa Park. According to the Historical Museum, the
at
which features “exclusive industry access,” according to the release, is scheduled from
Jan. 15 and Jan. 16. Tickets are $40. For more information, visit detroitautoshow.com.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CLINTON DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICES
WATER & SEWER DIVISION UTILITY WORKER
Permanent full-time Utility Worker position, $47,528 - $64,230 annually (40 Hours per week) includes benefit package. Successful completion of Civil Service Examination is required, and applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Employees Civil Service Ordinance, possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record. Pre-employment background investigation and substance abuse testing is required. Interested, applicants must submit application to the Clinton Township Employees Civil Service Commission, 40700 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038 on or before the close of business, Monday, November 25, 2024. The Charter Township of Clinton is an Equal Opportunity Employer, applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability. For further information pertaining to this position or to download employment application please refer to www.clintontownship.com, click on Employment. 0305-2446
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to the barcode provided to her via WhatsApp.
The resident went to Walmart and gave the Walmart attendant $4,000 cash, and they sent the money through the provided barcode. The resident then went to Kroger and purchased $1,000 in gift cards and provided the numbers on the back to the suspect.
Intoxicated driver crashes into tow truck
Suspects break items in
SOUTHFIELD — Multiple women showed up to a resident’s home on Knob Woods Drive at 6:11 a.m. Oct. 8 and broke multiple items inside, according to a police report. The suspects gained entry through a window.
iPad sale turns into robbery
SOUTHFIELD — A person met up with two individuals to purchase two iPads at 4:05 p.m. Oct. 17. During the transaction, the victim did not feel like the transaction was legitimate and decided he no longer wanted to go through with the sale.
The suspect then made threats and held his hand under his sweatshirt, demanding the victim hand over the chain he was wearing and money, or else he would be killed. The victim complied and handed over the items. Officers were able to identify suspects via the CCTV footage provided by a nearby business. Two suspects were taken into custody without incident.
Two dirt bikes stolen
ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 4:30 p.m. Oct. 14, an unknown person broke into the complainant’s garage and stole two dirt bikes near Butternut Avenue and Crooks Road.
Hype House broken into
ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 3:41 a.m. Oct. 17, an unknown person smashed a window and stole multiple items of clothing from Hype House at 212 W. 11 Mile Road.
Resident loses $5K in fake arrest warrant
TROY — A resident of Miracle Drive reported Oct. 15 that she was contacted via phone by an unknown suspect claiming to be from the Troy Police Department.
The suspect claimed she had a warrant for her arrest and needed to pay to clear her name. The vic-
TROY — Officers were dispatched to southbound Interstate 75 and Maple Road for a report of a vehicle crash involving a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and a tow truck at 1:27 a.m. Oct. 19.
The driver of the Town and Country, a 26-year-old woman from Madison Heights, was determined to be at fault for the crash. While speaking with the driver, officers noted her eyes were bloodshot and watery, and there was an odor of intoxicants coming from her breath.
She was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, and the officers noted she performed poorly. She submitted to a preliminary breath test, with a result of a 0.141% blood alcohol content.
The driver was arrested.
Vehicle crash results from inebriated driving
TROY — Officers were dispatched at 8:44 p.m. Oct. 19 to Crooks Road and West South Boulevard for a report of a vehicle crash.
Upon arrival, officers found a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado in the intersection with the engine on fire. Officers spoke to the driver, a 38-year-old man from Rochester Hills, and noted his eyes were glassy and bloodshot, he was stuttering, and there was a strong odor of intoxicants coming from his breath.
A preliminary breath test showed his blood alcohol content to be 0.23%.
Woman accuses 81-year-old man of punching her
BIRMINGHAM — A 40-year-old woman from Westland told police Oct. 16 that an 81-year-old man with whom she was in a platonic relationship physically assaulted her.
Witnesses stated that the suspect approached the victim’s vehicle, opened the passenger door, and punched the victim, according to a police report. An investigation was ongoing.
Scammer poses as Microsoft BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 10 a.m. on Oct. 17, officers were dispatched to the 400 block
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A 51-year-old woman stated that she had received a virus pop-up on her computer with a number to call.
She called the number, but, suspecting the number was a scam, she hung up the phone and called a phone number for Microsoft that she found on the internet. The phone number she found was not Microsoft, but a scammer. The scammer convinced the victim to download remote access software, withdraw money from her bank account, and send bitcoin to the scammer. An investigation was ongoing.
Troy man arrested after aggressive behavior
BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 20 at approximately 1 a.m., officers on patrol identified a 22-year-old man from Troy being escorted from a nearby bar. Officers spoke to the security staff of the bar, who stated that the suspect was acting aggressively towards other patrons at the bar.
The suspect was allowed back into the bar, and then later was escorted out again. This time the individual was much more aggressive and had to be subdued by officers. The suspect was placed under arrest and was given a citation for disorderly conduct.
Juvenile arrested for stealing from sporting goods store
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Police responded to Dicks Sporting Goods, at 2105 S. Telegraph Road, for a retail fraud in progress at approximately 5:45 p.m. Oct. 13. Store employees stated the suspect left the store with $598.96 in assorted merchandise and was fleeing in a white Volkswagen. Officers located the vehicle in the parking lot of the plaza and initiated a traffic stop. A juvenile female was placed under arrest, and all of the merchandise was recovered. The suspect was processed and transported to the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility on a separate warrant.
Home invasion reported
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Officers responded to a home invasion that occurred in the 1700 block of S. Golf Ridge Drive at 8:30 p.m. Oct. 9.
The homeowner was away from the residence between 5:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. and returned to find his home rummaged through. It is believed that suspect(s) entered through an unlocked sliding glass door. The homeowner did not believe anything was stolen from inside the residence. The case was turned over to the Bloomfield Township Detective Bureau and was under investigation.
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