Change in leadership
Kaplan steps down, new supervisor appointed in West Bloomfield
BY MARK VEST mvest@candgnews.com
WEST BLOOMFIELD —
Quite the shake-up has taken place in West Bloomfield in recent weeks.
In a letter to the West Bloomfield Township Board dated Dec. 4, Steven Kaplan announced that he was stepping down from his position as the township’s supervisor, effective 12:01 a.m. Dec. 5, after having served in that role since 2016.
Kaplan made the decision after accepting a position as an assistant
prosecuting attorney with the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. He was in the midst of serving his third term as the township’s supervisor prior to making the decision to step down.
A special meeting was called at the West Bloomfield Township Boardroom Dec. 9, where the Township Board unanimously accepted Kaplan’s resignation from the office of township supervisor.
The next item on the agenda was to appoint someone to fill the vacancy.
Township Treasurer Teri Weingarden made a motion to appoint Trustee Jonathan Warshay to fill the position.
Following that, Trustee Jim Manna attempted to make a motion
‘It’s been a whirlwind’
BY MARK VEST mvest@candgnews.com
WEST BLOOMFIELD — This past year has included two life-changing events for West Bloomfield Police Department Deputy Chief Dale Young.
In January, Young, who began as a police cadet at the West Bloomfield Police Department in 2004, was appointed to the position of deputy chief after Curt Lawson, who previously served in that role, accepted a position with the Franklin-Bingham Farms Police Department.
Dale Young discusses his promotion to West Bloomfield chief of police
Less than a year later, Young was the recipient of another big promotion.
At a Township Board meeting this past October, the Township Board unanimously accepted the retirement notice of Michael Patton, who has served as the township’s chief of police since 2010.
At that same meeting, it was announced that Young had been appointed to the position of chief. He is set to begin his new role Jan. 11.
“It’s been a whirlwind,” Young said. “It has been an exciting
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
West Bloomfield Township Treasurer Teri Weingarden, right, makes a motion to nominate Trustee Jonathan Warshay, left, to be the township’s new supervisor at a Township Board special meeting Dec. 9. The special meeting was held after the township’s former supervisor, Steven Kaplan, announced that he was stepping down from the position.
West Bloomfield Police Department Deputy Chief Dale Young has been appointed to be the township’s next police chief. Young’s new role is set to begin after the township’s current chief of police, Michael Patton, retires next month.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
TRAVEL SAFELY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THESE TIPS
BY ALYSSA OCHSS aochss@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Holidays bring joy and laughter to many gatherings, but it’s important to arrive safely by reducing risky driving behaviors and planning ahead.
Michigan State Police Public Information Officer Section Commander Michael Shaw said during the holidays, troopers look for “risky driving behaviors.”
“Those are the same behaviors we see constantly when people are driving around metro Detroit,” Shaw said. “That’s excessive speed, following too closely, driving impaired and also driving while distracted.”
These behaviors and crashes are seen all throughout the year. Shaw said inclement weather conditions with snow or rain makes these behaviors stand out.
“There’s a lot of people going to parties and things like that so maybe they won’t have a plan in place to get themselves back home and end up driving impaired when they shouldn’t,” Shaw said.
Shaw recommends residents have a plan in place before going to a gathering. This could be designating a driver, using ride share services such as Uber or Lyft, or other things. Designated drivers should honor their duties and not consume alcohol during parties.
“Trying to figure something out like that after you’re already intoxicated is pretty tough,” Shaw said.
Adrienne Woodland, public relations program consultant for AAA - The Auto Club Group, said the company is
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes Experts anticipate that a record high number of people will be traveling this holiday season.
SEASON OF SIGNINGS
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
Early signing day, a three-day period from Dec. 4 to 6, has come and gone for Division I collegiate football players looking to put pen to paper, and many local athletes took advantage of the opportunity.
The national signing period will begin Feb. 5, which is when Division II commits can also begin signing.
Below is a look at local high school football signees/commits (Top 160 according to 247Sports) who either signed, are currently committed, or are still on the recruiting trail.
Rankings according to 247Sports:
A LIST OF WHERE LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYERS WILL CALL HOME
4. Avery Gach, Birmingham Groves (****)
Position: OL
College commitment: University of Michigan (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-5, 290
Why he chose Michigan: “It was the coaching staff, the campus, the education, and the location of how close it is from my house. It’s an O-line-type program, and I like the culture that they have there.”
Goal for freshman year: “I want to play. That’s a good goal.”
An integral part of Birmingham Groves’ undefeated regular season and state playoff run, Gach, a first team all-state honoree this year, was a force to be reckoned with on both sides of the line this season.
Novi police officer’s wife, 35, spreading awareness of breast cancer after diagnosis
BY CHARITY MEIER cmeier@candgnews.com
A Novi police officer and his wife are trying to spread awareness that breast cancer can happen at any age after she got diagnosed a week before her 35th birthday.
When officer Adam McGee and his wife, Katie, welcomed their third child, Penny, into the world on May 30, breast cancer was the furthest thing from their minds.
“Breast cancer wasn’t on my radar at all,” Katie said.”Like, it wasn’t. We don’t have a family history and I kind of did all the things to prevent it. I had a baby before I was 28 years old. I breastfed my other two sons, and I was breastfeeding Penny. So it just wasn’t on my radar at all.”
However, three months after Penny’s birth, a story a friend told Katie of a young woman developing breast cancer shortly after giving birth to her third child resonated heavily on Katie’s mind for a couple of weeks. So, one night, she decided to do a self-exam while nursing Penny and was shocked to find a lump.
“That story popped into my head and my hand went to it like a magnet and I felt the lump,” she said.
She said she went to her husband, who was a “calming presence” and sug-
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Birmingham Groves senior Avery Gach attempts to tackle Orchard Lake St. Mary’s senior Bryson Williams.
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DIA ‘Dining’ exhibition creates food for thought
BY K. MICHELLE MORAN kmoran@candgnews.com
DETROIT — Food is a universal language, which makes “The Art of Dining: Food Culture in the Islamic World” at the Detroit Institute of Arts the ideal exhibition for both seasoned art aficionados and those who haven’t been to a museum in years.
On display through Jan. 5, the exhibition consists of approximately 230 works, only about 16 of which are from the DIA’s collection. It covers a wide period of history — from ancient times until now — and a large geographic area that extends from the Middle East and Egypt to Central, South and East Asia to Europe.
“Food transcends cultures, backgrounds and borders, bringing everybody together,” DIA Director Salvador Salort-Pons said. “At the DIA, we believe in the power of art to bring everybody together.”
While the name of the exhibition might suggest that the artifacts and artworks all have a connection to Islam, that’s not the case; the title has to do with geography, not religion.
“The Art of Dining” was originally assembled by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and brings together works from public and private collections and museums from around the world. It includes plates, bowls and other serving dishes, artworks that feature food or dining scenes, books and more.
Besides serving dishes, visitors will see examples of clothing people wore to dinner — including brocaded coats and cloaks — as well as musical instruments, as music and dance were part of many formal and informal gatherings.
Adding a modern take is a 2023 multimedia installation by Iraqi-born artist Sadik Kwaish Alfraji called “A Thread of Light Between My Mother’s Fingers and Heaven,” which references the artist’s memories of family dinners and his mother’s homemade bread.
A number of the pieces on view are ornate as well as functional.
“The objects are absolutely stunning,” DIA Associate Curator of Arts of Asia and the Islamic World Katherine Kasdorf said.
Visitors are invited to use multiple senses, lifting the lids of scent boxes to experience the smell of coffee or cardamom and scanning QR codes that link to musical playlists. One portion of the exhibition invites visitors to gather around a sufra — a low table or cloth upon which a meal is served. An interactive digital display created by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art — based on the DIA’s digital French dining table — takes audiences through a six-course meal.
“Dining” creates an opportunity among visitors to “spark dialogue and learn something new,” Salort-Pons said.
The exhibition’s timing means it coincides with the holidays, traditionally a busy time for the museum as metro Detroiters bring vacationing friends and relatives to the DIA.
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Photos provided by the Detroit Institute of Arts
LEFT: This bowl with handles was made from jade in India circa 1640 to 1650. RIGHT: A coffeepot from Turkey from the 1700s is among the pieces on display in “The Art of Dining: Food Culture in the Islamic World” at the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Local resident makes Forbes 30 Under 30 list
WEST BLOOMFIELD — West Bloomfield resident Karthik Ravi has been named as part of the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for 2025, which highlights North American leaders from different industries.
Ravi made it in the category of “Healthcare.” According to Forbes’ website, he is an M.D. candidate at Stanford Medical School.
“Ravi researches pediatric brain tumors,” Forbes’ website states. “He is developing minimally-invasive blood and spinal fluid tests to help identify and monitor brain cancer in kids. He has also developed a drug-selection algorithm for pediatric neuro-oncologists called CNS-TAP, which boasts more than 70 registered neurosurgeons and neuro-oncologists from more than 15 institutions.”
State shares winter weather preparedness tips
METRO DETROIT — According to an email from the Michigan Executive Office of the Governor, with the risk of high snowfall and extreme low temperatures, the Michigan State Police is encouraging Michiganders to make a plan for winter weather emergency preparedness.
Residents can help prepare a plan by visiting www.michigan.gov/miready/be-informed/winter-prep.
Aside from driving slowly, other tips offered by the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning can be observed by visiting www.michigan.gov/msp/divisions/ohsp/safety-programs/winter-driving.
The Michigan Public Service Commission also offers tips about conserving energy and being “winterwise.”
According to the email, senior citizens, individuals with low income, those with a medical emergency or in critical care, as well as military personnel may qualify for heat shut-off protection.
Residents are encouraged to call their utility company as soon as they know that they will not be able to pay their bill on time.
To learn about the possibility of financial assistance, seniors and low-income residents can call 211 or visit mi211.org.
Tips for reducing energy use are offered at www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2017/10/f37/Energy_Saver_ Guide-2017-en.pdf.
METRO DETROIT — It has been one year since a dedicated consumer protection website was launched in Michigan, according to an email sent from the Michigan Department of Attorney General.
The site has been an “invaluable resource” for protecting Michigan residents against identity theft, fraud and scams, according to the email.
Residents can visit michigan.gov/consumerprotection to view information about consumer alerts, common scams, identity theft support and educational videos.
A Holiday Scams Campaign is exposing typical strategies used by scammers and offers advice about how to stay safe.
Cancer Support Network seeks donations
FARMINGTON — According to an email, the Michigan Cancer Support Network, which is located in Farmington, is in need of donations. The foundation is set to lose a major donor at the end of this year, according to the email.
The nonprofit’s needs include donations, volunteers, a wheelchair-accessible van, and technical and social media experts.
The Michigan Cancer Support Network offers nonemergency transportation to cancer-related appointments; expense assistance with hearing aids, wigs and head coverings; patient counseling to help individuals work through grief and pain; patient exercise training; and caregiver counseling.
To donate or for more information, visit mcancersupportnetwork.org or call (248) 482-8300.
“The holidays are a time for giving, but scammers often exploit our generosity and our rush to take advantage of deals,” the email states. “Don’t forget to visit regularly for new tips and advice on how to stay scam-free this holiday season.”
As part of the Holiday Scams Campaign, consumers are urged to take proactive steps to guard against thieves seeking to steal packages from porches.
Tips for protection include having packages shipped to a secure location, such as FedEx offices, keeping porches well-lit, leaving lights and music on even when not home and installing a porch camera.
Detroit Auto Show to feature ‘Racing Day’ Jan. 17
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
DETROIT — The Motor City has added a thrilling experience to the 2025 Detroit Auto Show.
The Detroit Auto Show, slated to be open to the public Jan. 11-20 at Huntington Place in Detroit, and the Detroit Grand Prix have worked in collaboration to provide auto show attendees with the return of Racing Day on Jan. 17.
The two brands that pride themselves on embodying the automotive culture of Detroit will offer an array of interactive experiences for attendees, providing two Detroit Grand Prix interactive display areas on the concourse area at Huntington Place, which is free and open to the public, and the floor of the Detroit Auto Show. The floor display area will be located “trackside.”
A brand-new feature to the show will be the addition of two indoor tracks. One track will feature signature characteristics of the Detroit Grand Prix that is set to gear up for May 30-June 1.
The track will be accessible throughout the entirety of the Detroit Auto Show, but
Jan. 17 will be dedicated to the Racing Day festivities where the Detroit Auto Show said in a press release that attendees will have the opportunity to “witness the intersection of automotive innovation and competitive motorsports.”
“The Detroit Grand Prix embodies innovation and the spirit of Detroit,” Sam Klemet, co-executive director of the Detroit Auto Show, said in a press release. “We are thrilled to have a partnership with the Detroit Grand Prix and bring this amazing experience of Racing Day to the 2025 Detroit Auto Show.”
Attendees will also have the opportunity to interact with some of the Detroit Grand Prix’s very own racers from NTT IndyCar Series and Indy NXT by Firestone. Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Josef Newgarden is slated to make an appearance. Several cars will also be on display as well.
“We’re excited to partner with the Detroit Auto Show and bring together two great Detroit traditions,” Michael Montri, president of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear, said in a press release. “For many years, Racing Day was a popular attraction at the Detroit Auto Show and we
look forward to bringing this tradition back to the Motor City with some of the highpowered stars and cool race cars that take center stage every summer at the Detroit Grand Prix.”
For more information, visit www.detroit autoshow.com.
Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.
The Detroit Auto Show will make additional announcements about Racing Day as the show nears.
Photo by Dean Vaglia
Santino Ferrucci drives a Chevrolet-engined IndyCar during the 2024 Detroit Grand Prix weekend on June 1.
CALENDAR
DEC. 18
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., free but donations accepted, wellnessprograms@ageways.org, tinyurl. com/ageways workshops, (833) 262-2200
DEC. 19
Winter Solstice Celebration: Self-guided half-mile walk along lantern-lit trail, view darkest night of year with Oakland Astronomy Club, glowing craft and ice carving, marshmallow toasting, and more, 5-8 p.m., Recreation Activities Center, 4640 Walnut Lake Road in West Bloomfield, (248) 451-1900, wbparks.org/event/ winter-solstice
DEC. 19-21
‘Humbug’: Modern-day take on “A Christmas Carol” with female lead as Eleanor Scrooge, 8 p.m. Dec. 19-20 and 2 p.m. Dec. 21, Farmington Players Barn, 32332 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, facebook.com/thefarmingtonplayers, (248) 553-2955
DEC. 19 & 21
Oakland County Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 2350 Pontiac Lake Road in Waterford, (248) 858-5495, ocmarket@ oakgov.com
DEC. 20
Orchard Lake Museum open house: Tour home of Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society, 1-4 p.m., also Jan. 19, 3951 Orchard Lake Road, free but donations encouraged, gwbhs.org/events
JAN. 22
‘Transparency: The Truth About Roosevelt & Your Tax Dollars’: Free information night sponsored by nonprofit The Heart of The Lakes Community, 6:30-8:30 p.m., West Bloomfield Township Public Library - Main Branch, 4600 Walnut Lake Road, facebook.com/the.heart.of.the.lakes. community
ONGOING
Aurora: Take mile walk through forest of holiday lights and sounds, also use magic wand to unlock hidden surprises, takes approximately one hour to complete, Thursday-Sunday evenings until Dec. 29, Glenlore Trails, 3860 Newtown Road in Commerce Township, glenloretrails.com, see story at candgnews.com
Exhibit
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“We’re really hoping a lot of people will come during their holiday (breaks),” Kasdorf said.
While some of the objects were for everyday use, others would have been used for special occasions — something that may resonate with visitors who dust off their own special dishes or platters for holiday gatherings.
“That’s the big hope, that people will create those connections and it will cultivate empathy,” Kasdorf said.
She said everyone can relate to dining with family and friends.
Guests can even try to prepare some of the dishes referenced in the exhibition at home. Some of the recipes have been adapted for the modern era by chef Najmieh Batmanglij, a cookbook author and Persian cuisine expert; visitors can download them via a QR code in the exhibition.
Gift shop visitors will be able to take a taste of the exhibition home with them, with coffee and other food and beverage items from local businesses available for purchase.
Admission to “The Art of Dining” is free for residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.
“We want everybody to come,” Salort-Pons said. “We brought it here for everybody to learn and enjoy and have a wonderful time.”
The DIA is located at 5200 Woodward Ave. For more information, call (313) 833-7900 or visit dia.org.
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Signings
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His physicality showcased itself when he’d bull-rush the interior offensive line and make a play in the backfield, or when Groves’ running backs would run right behind him because they knew he was going to create space for them.
He’s as hard-nosed as they come, and he’ll fit right in with the Maize and Blue’s longstanding history of fielding elite-level talent in the trenches.
Gach will be an early enrollee for the Wolverines and plans to travel with the team for its ReliaQuest Bowl matchup against the University of Alabama Dec. 31 in Tampa, Florida.
7. Charles White, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s (****)
Position: LB
College commitment: Michigan State University (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-3, 202
A state champion and just getting his four-star bump on 247Sports on Dec. 3, White is as high up on cloud nine as a player can be.
An anchor for the Eaglets’ defensive unit, White is a gifted athlete in not just football but track and wrestling as well, earning all-state honors in both sports.
His combination of speed and physicality makes him an extremely valuable asset on the defense.
He will be joined by a few of his St. Mary’s teammates on the trip to East Lansing as White and company hope to turn the Spartans’ woes around.
White led St. Mary’s with 113 total tackles this season while adding five tackles for a loss and an interception.
12. Di’Mari Malone, Macomb Dakota (***)
Position: LB
College commitment: Michigan State University (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-2, 220
Malone did just about everything Dakota needed him to do, anchoring the linebacking core while also catching passes and getting a few carries in as well.
Malone, a first team all-state honoree this season, has a natural nose for the ball and will be a great addition to a Spartans defense that is in desperate need of help, especially at the linebacker spot.
His fellow Cougars teammate Justin Bell will also be making the trip to East Lansing as well.
Malone tallied 53 total tackles and 11 tackles for a loss while adding 10 total touchdowns and 651 total yards offensively.
14. Bryson Williams, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s (***)
Position: ATH
College commitment: Michigan State University (COMMITTED)
Height/Weight: 6-2, 200
Williams put on a show-stopping performance this season, helping the Eaglets bring home the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 2 state championship with 13 rushes for 109 yards and two touchdowns in the state finals.
With the kind of month he had in November, it wouldn’t be a surprise to anyone if Williams earned an extra star and was named Mr. Football in the state of Michigan.
Williams’ speed and athleticism made him a threat whether he was lined up as a wideout or as a running back, and he can hurt you either way.
The future Spartan tallied over 1,300 allpurpose yards and had 21 touchdowns this season.
No matter where he’s at on the field, fans should be happy as long as he’s wearing the Green and White.
15. Kamren Flowers, West Bloomfield (***)
Position: WR
College commitment: University of Toledo (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 5-11, 170
The nickname “Ferrari” is a dead giveaway for the kind of player Flowers is on the field.
If you blink, he’s already past you – he’s got that kind of speed, which is a big reason why he’s an all-state honoree in track.
Whether it’s on jet sweeps, lined up in the slot, or on the outside, Flowers will find any way he can to make an impact on the offensive side.
He’s known for his elite-level speed because that’s the first thing you see as a viewer, but his ability to make the aggressive catches makes him a complete wide receiver.
17. Danilo Guberinich, Detroit Catholic Central
(***)
Position: OL
College commitment: Texas Tech University (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-5, 300
It’s been kind of a crazy month for Guberinich, who decommitted from Western Michigan University the first week of November, but it’s paid off for him.
Guberinich, a first team all-state honoree this season, then received offers from Purdue, Vanderbilt, and finally Texas Tech University, whom he committed to on Nov. 21.
Guberinich is a big-time offensive lineman who will make his college quarterback very happy when he’s on the line, but he was a force as well this season defensively for the
Shamrocks, tallying 37 total tackles, 13 tackles for a loss, and three sacks.
20. Justin Bell, Macomb Dakota (***)
Position: OL
College commitment: Michigan State University (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-8, 295
Bell seems to garner attention when he steps on the field just from his size alone, but then it’s all eyes on him after a few snaps.
Bell and Malone both signed Dec. 4 and plan to enroll early at Michigan State University.
His location on his X social media account being set to “Pancake City” should tell you enough about what he brings onto the field, and he delivers game in and game out.
The Cougars relied heavily on the run game this season, and it made the lives of their running backs much easier with Bell, an all-Region honoree this season, on the offensive line.
21. Jayden Savoury, Orchard Lake St Mary’s (***)
Position: TE
College commitment: Michigan State University (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-6, 225
Another St. Mary’s state champion made the list.
Birmingham Groves’ fans got to know a little bit about Savoury when he made a remarkable one-handed grab in the Eaglets’ state semifinals win.
Savoury has a quick release off the line and great hands, but what makes him the complete package as a tight end is his run blocking ability.
The positive side to St. Mary’s being such a run-heavy offense is that Savoury gets plenty of chances to show what he can do at the line, and he imposed his will on oppos-
ing defensive ends and linebackers all season long.
22. Desmond Straughton, Roseville (***)
Position: S
College commitment: University of Illinois (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-0, 195
He’s set to play safety in college, but the Fighting Illini should probably find a way to get him the ball on offense as well.
One of the more explosive ball carriers in the state, Straughton paced the Roseville offense night in and night out, earning Macomb Area Conference MVP and first team all-state honors this season.
Defensively, he’s a safety who displays speed and physicality, which he should have no problem continuing at the college level.
27. Deshaun Lanier, Clinton Township Chippewa Valley (***)
Position: WR
College commitment: Bowling Green State University (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 5-11, 165
Why he chose BGSU: “Me and my receivers’ coach, coach (Erik) Campbell, we connected very well. He also played at Michigan with one of my cousins. I know him a little closer than others would say, so I really saw our connection and the way he’s developed his receivers throughout the years. I knew it was a good fit for me.”
Goal for freshman year: “I want to be able to get started in the rotation and maybe get freshman of the year in the MAC (Mid-American Conference). Right now, it’s just about getting faster and bigger before the first game so I can go out and compete with the best.”
A do-it-all kind of player for Chippewa Valley, Lanier is a big-time wideout who always
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Supervisor
to appoint another trustee, Vincent Kirkwood, for the position. But after some conversation, it was determined that a vote would need to take place on Weingarden’s motion, and if Warshay was approved, there would be no need to take another vote.
In a 5-1 vote, Warshay was approved to be the township’s next supervisor. Weingarden, Township Clerk Debbie Binder, Kirkwood, Trustee Diane Rosenfeld Swimmer and Warshay himself all voted in favor of his appointment. Manna cast the lone vote in opposition to the appointment.
He was sworn in following the special meeting.
With Warshay becoming supervisor, that creates a vacancy on the West Bloomfield Township Board.
That matter is set to be addressed at a Township Board meeting that is scheduled for 6 p.m. Jan. 13.
Warshay, along with the individual who gets appointed to fill his spot on the Township Board, will both need to run in a general election race in 2026 if they want to retain their respective positions.
Warshay has been on the Township Board since 2016. Prior to that, he served on the Ferndale City Council.
He ran for West Bloomfield’s supervisor position in 2012, but lost “by a very small number,” according to Binder.
Township Board members, along with members of the public, had an opportunity to share comments at the meeting. Although Manna complimented Warshay as a person, he shared his rationale for not voting for him to be the supervisor.
“I just don’t think you’re qualified to lead a township of 68,000 residents. It’s nothing personal,” Manna said. “Your specialty happens to be IT, not running a large corporation with 68,000 people. … I’m troubled by the fact that the minute Steve announced his resignation, the board has chosen my friend Jonathan to be the supervisor.”
Following Manna’s comments, Rosenfeld Swimmer advocated for Warshay.
“He’s smart, he comes prepared, (and) he explains things when some of us don’t understand,” she said.
Aside from expressing gratitude for his nomination, Warshay also shared some of his credentials.
“I practiced as an attorney for several years,” he said. “I have managed people in the courts, I’ve run IT projects for manufacturing companies that have come in successfully.
“I have (a) background in finance as well, and going through the township’s bud-
gets over the years, and Ferndale’s before then. I’m very comfortable with numbers and finding things, and I do think I have excellent people skills and can work well with a diverse workforce.”
According to Binder, had the township not been able to make a decision about who to appoint, the county clerk would have called for a special election that the township would have been responsible for paying for.
“So this is a much more prudent way to handle it,” Binder said. “We need to get leadership in place. This has been very uncertain, and in every capacity it makes sense to have leadership, and it makes sense to not spend the money on an unnecessary special election.”
After hearing those comments, Manna replied, “I think the 68,000 residents would think otherwise, but thanks for your opinion.”
Manna was also not a proponent of the timing of the special meeting.
“To my peers and to the residents of West Bloomfield, scheduling this meeting at the last minute at 2 p.m. shows total disrespect to the residents of West Bloomfield,” he said.
“(It) has a look of dishonesty since most people are still at work and therefore cannot show up to voice their opinion about a very, very important issue. … I think our meeting should be at 6 p.m. to allow people the opportunity to watch, the opportunity to show up and voice their opinions, voice their concerns. We’re here working for the residents of West Bloomfield Township, not ourselves.”
Binder responded to Manna’s comments.
“The township has been without leadership for over two weeks and it was important to not wait to schedule this,” Binder said.
“We have uncertainty of leadership at a time where we’ve just achieved reaffirmation of our AAA credit rating. It’s been a tremendous asset and we don’t (want to) put that at risk, and making sure there’s continuity in leadership is paramount right now. We feel fortunate that we have somebody who is uniquely qualified and has served in the capacity of trustee for eight years.”
Before the meeting started, a resident also weighed in on the timing of the meeting in an interview with the Beacon.
“I think that the residents of West Bloomfield should have kind of a grand notice on this because it is a big deal, and we, the Chaldean community, have an interest in who’s leading our township,” Martin Khemmoro said.
“I think that there should’ve been a little bit more openness and notice to the community that this was going on. … I think this
Felix Cruz, BC-HIS
West Bloomfield Township Trustee Jim Manna is pictured at a special Township Board meeting Dec. 9. Manna did not agree with the decision to appoint Jonathan Warshay to be the township’s new supervisor and the decision to hold a special meeting during the day.
Photo by
Patricia O’Blenes
Signings
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finds a way to get open for his quarterback. He possesses great speed and hands, but what separates him, literally and figuratively, is his route running ability.
Lanier, an all-Region honoree this season, runs extremely crisp routes, which combined with his hand-eye coordination make him a very strong wideout.
29. Cade Wilhelmi, Detroit Country Day (***)
Position: OL
College commitment: University of Toledo (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-5, 285
Why he chose Toledo: “They were kind of like my later offers, but they were very consistent with reaching out and asking how I’m doing. I got up on campus two or three times before I committed, and when I was on my official visit, and just taking away the coaching aspect of it, being around those guys is when I knew. I told my mom the first night that I was committing here. I know for a fact I’m committing here.”
Goal for freshman year: “Obviously the goal is to get on the field, but if I’m being realistic we are deep in the O-line room. Honestly I’m just focused on improving my speed, weight, and strength to become the best offensive lineman I can be.”
Another player who has already put pen to paper, Wilhelmi signed Dec. 5 to play college football at the University of Toledo.
Wilhelmi, also a star first baseman for the Yellowjackets and first team all-state honoree this season in football, will likely be blocking for someone else on this list very soon.
Toledo just keeps on nabbing recruits from the state of Michigan.
31. Spencer Beckeman, Rochester Hills
Stoney Creek (***)
Position: OL
College commitment: Western Michigan University (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-6, 300
Why he chose Western Michigan: “It really felt like family. I feel like I can be developed there. They have Rimington award finalists and the second-highest rated player in the nation on Pro Football Focus at offensive line.”
Goal for freshman year: “One goal I plan on checking off is really finding my place in the program. I hope to have my body physically ready to play at this next level.”
A first team all-Region selection this season, Beckeman had a fantastic season for the Cougars, who were able to reach the state playoffs.
Beckeman, an all-Region honoree, is a physical lineman who will have no problem ad-
justing to football at the college level given his size and physicality.
34. Noah Sanders, Birmingham Groves (***)
Position: RB
College commitment: University of Toledo (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 5-11, 170
The improvement from his junior to senior year was immeasurable, and that says a lot because he was a great running back his junior year.
Tallying 1,100 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns this season, Sanders did everything he could to help the Falcons reach the state semifinals.
Once they got there, Sanders was untouchable, rushing for 183 yards and three touchdowns against the eventual Division 2 state champions in Orchard Lake St. Mary’s.
Defenses would see Sanders lined up to take the snap in wildcat formation and they still couldn’t stop him.
He’s got elite-level speed with a level of physicality you wouldn’t expect from seeing him at first, but he’s never afraid to lower the shoulder or stiff-arm an opponent to the ground.
35. Jay Gardenhire, West Bloomfield (***)
Position: OL
College commitment: University of Colorado (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-8, 350
You would’ve thought Gardenhire was an all-Pro lineman the way other Oakland Activities Association players looked at him when he stood up during the conference’s media day.
One of the bigger offensive linemen you’ll see in the state, Gardenhire will help usher in the next era of Colorado football.
39. Dalton Drogosh, Warren De La Salle Collegiate (***)
Position: LB
College commitment: Saginaw Valley State University (COMMITTED)
Height/Weight: 6-0, 210
Why he chose SVSU: “When I went there for the first time, it really felt like home. The coaches and players made me feel like I was part of their family already.”
Goal for freshman year: “I want to learn as much as I can and develop as a player and a man.”
A very recent addition to the Saginaw Valley State recruiting class, Drogosh was unstoppable on both ends of the field this season for De La Salle.
Drogosh, a first team all-state honoree, was a tackling machine on the defense side while also playing wideout for the Pilots, hauling in a 41-yard touchdown catch and run in the regional finals.
Drogosh is a physical tackler who can go sideline to sideline in efforts to chase down a ball carrier.
Drogosh has the kind of ability that could make him an immediate plug-and-play guy if Saginaw Valley State needed him to be.
44. Jaden Pydyn, Detroit Catholic Central (***)
Position: ATH
College commitment: Army (SIGNED)
Height/Weight: 6-1, 200
For what he brought to the Shamrocks this season, it’s hard to not crown him as Mr. Football.
Whoever receives the award is obviously deserving of it, but Pydyn’s 1,319 rushing yards and 25 touchdowns to go along with 57 total tackles and three interceptions helped lead the Shamrocks to an undefeated regular season and the state semifinals, where they lost to the eventual Division 1 state champions in Detroit Cass Tech.
Pydyn, a first team all-state honoree, is a hard-nosed running back who embraces contact and can play all over the field defensively.
The way Army utilizes the run game, especially now that they’re surging as a program, it will be fun to watch Pydyn play at the next level.
Other local signings/commitments:
• 54. Brendon Rice, North Farmington DL – Bowling Green State University (SIGNED)
• 65. Eric Slater, Roseville WR – Howard University (SIGNED)
• 68. Bryce Hurley, Utica Eisenhower RB – Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 81. Jordan Simes, Roseville QB – Ferris State University (COMMITTED)
• 106. Chris Little, Birmingham Groves CB – Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 107. Michael Chude, Roseville EDGE – Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 111. Jacob Hoffman, Warren De La Salle Collegiate OL – Colgate University (SIGNED)
• 121. Jaielen Peacock, Troy WR – Saginaw Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 123. Jacob Tur, Warren De La Salle Collegiate DL –Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 129. Noah Oury, Troy QB – Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 137. Michael Dziadula, Utica Eisenhower OL – Ferris State University (COMMITTED)
• 139. Noah Hart, Grosse Pointe South CB – Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 140. Elizah Jolly, Roseville EDGE – Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 141. Lucas Tic, Troy OL – Grand Valley State University (COMMITTED)
• 153. Brady Hamby, Macomb Dakota LB – Ferris State University (COMMITTED)
• 157. Shawn Jones, Roseville OL – Northwood University (COMMITTED)
Still on the recruiting trail:
• 16. Antonio Johnson, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s OL –Offers from Illinois, Michigan State, Maryland, Penn State, West Virginia, Boston College, etc.
• 41. Elisha Durham, West Bloomfield WR – Offers from Wisconsin, Toledo, Western Michigan, Marshall, Akron, Ball State, Central Michigan, Bowling Green, etc.
• 74. Sante Gasperoni, Warren De La Salle Collegiate QB – Offers from Wayne State, Grand Valley State, Ferris State, Colgate.
• 84. Jaiden Allos, West Bloomfield ATH – Offers from Wayne State, Kent State, Davenport.
• 96. Isaiah Jones, Warren De La Salle Collegiate DB – Offers from Saginaw Valley State, Grand Valley State, Ferris State, Ashland University.
• 99. Beau Jackson, West Bloomfield QB – Offers from Colorado, Bowling Green, Buffalo, Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, Ferris State, Miami (OH)
• 101. Santino Cicarella, Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett WR – Offers from Dartmouth, Davenport, Wayne State, Ferris State.
• 104. Josh Tate, West Bloomfield RB – Offers from Eastern Kentucky, Marshall, Toledo.
• 136. Conner Temple, Utica Eisenhower WR – Offers from Grand Valley State.
• 142. Axel Newell, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s QB – Offers from Toledo, Cornell.
• 149. Chase Dawkins, Detroit Country Day RB – Offers from Hope, Wayne State.
• 151. Jaden Mills, Ferndale ATH – Offers from Grand Valley State, Davenport, Wayne State, Central State.
• 156. Darryl Carter, Detroit Country Day ATH – Offers from Davenport, Hope.
McGee
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gested that it might be a clogged duct or something hormonal. However, she said she had a gut feeling and contacted her doctor the next morning and went for an exam. The doctor’s office reassured her that they didn’t think it was anything, but they wanted to verify it with a mammogram and an ultrasound, and then a biopsy, which revealed it was cancer. It was later identified as triplenegative breast cancer
Triple-negative breast cancer, which is defined by special receptors on the breast cancer cells, makes up only about 10%-15% of all breast cancer cases, said Anna Lehrberg, a breast surgeon with Henry Ford Health System. According to Lehrberg, triple-negative breast cancer is a particularly aggressive form of cancer and has a poorer prognosis compared to other types of cancers. It is seen more frequently in women under age 40. She said that in the U.S. there is a higher incidence of triple-negative breast cancer cases among young Black women compared to other racial groups.
“I was floored,” Katie said of the diagnosis.
She said she knew right then and there that it was her new mission in life to promote awareness, and she credits hearing the friend’s story with her finding the lump.
“If I wouldn’t have heard that friend’s story. I don’t know if I would have done an exam. Like, it wouldn’t have even been on my radar to check myself. Just that thought scared me so much. I don’t know how naive I was to think there was no chance that something like this would happen to me at this age and stage in my life.” she said.
She said that she did undergo an extensive genetic panel, but there were no genetic factors in her case.
“Whatever we’re calling it — luck, divine intervention — that fact that it did happen when it did is huge in terms of what her options were” Adam said. “It might have been totally different circumstances if, say, even six months had gone by.”
Breast cancer associated with pregnancy is defined as cancer that presents during pregnancy and one year postpartum, Lehrberg said. She said that it is the second most common malignancy in pregnancy, after cervical cancer. It affects 0.2%-3.8% of all pregnancies.
“There is a correlation between breast cancer and recent pregnancy. Recent childbirth is associated with increased risk of breast cancer in the first five to 10 years postpartum,” Lehrberg said. “This risk is particularly higher in patients who are over age 35
or older at time of their first birth and with family history of breast cancer.”
Pregnancy-related breast cancer occurs in approximately 1 in 3,000 pregnancies, said Lehrberg. TNBC is more common in pregnancy-related breast cancer.
Katie has now been researching the topic and found that only about 20% of cancers are hereditary. She said she had the misunderstanding that if you don’t have a family history, that you have a reduced risk.
“You don’t,” she said.
However, according to Lehrberg, inherited genetic mutations can increase the risk of breast cancer.
“The cause of most cancer is likely multifactorial — meaning there are several things that can contribute to developing in cancer,” Lehrberg said.
She said that with pregnancy-related breast cancer, hormonal changes and immune alteration can increase risk for cancer and tumor growth.
Katie caught the cancer early and is in stage 1, as it had not spread to her lymph nodes, so her prognosis is good. She is undergoing chemotherapy, as TNBC, which is very fast growing, is very responsive to chemo. She will complete 20 weeks of chemo and then undergo a double mastectomy and immediate reconstructive surgery in March.
The McGee family — Adam, a Novi police officer; Katie, who is undergoing treatment for breast cancer; Penny, 5 months; Theo, 7; and Cooper, 4, smile for a picture Nov. 7.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
ride. I think that (it) is important to always be ready, and I feel that because I had someone that I could talk to and somebody that could role model the way that the chief has done, (that) has greatly assisted me.”
Young’s time with the West Bloomfield Police Department has also included being a police officer, a detective, a defensive tactics instructor, a crisis negotiator team leader, a patrol sergeant, an administrative sergeant and an administrative lieutenant.
After Young was appointed to the position of deputy chief, Steven Kaplan, the township’s former supervisor, was already taking notice of Young’s career trajectory.
“He’s had a meteoric rise in the Police Department,” Kaplan said in a previous interview with the Beacon. “There are three main divisions within the Police Department – patrol, and then detective bureau, and then administration. Well, Deputy Chief Young has performed well in each of those divisions.”
Young has a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies with a minor in communications from Oakland University.
He is also a graduate of the Northwestern Center for Public Safety Police Staff and Command, the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police Executives’ and New Chiefs’ School, and the Michigan Police Executive Development Seminar.
At the Township Board meeting in October, Howard Rosenberg, who at the time was one of the township’s trustees, told Young that Patton is going to be a tough act to follow.
“But I’m sure you’re up to it and I con-
gratulate you on the ascension to this position,” Rosenberg said at the meeting. “I hope you take a good lesson from Chief Patton, as he was so active in the community. So I’m obviously in support of this.”
At the meeting, Treasurer Teri Weingarden said that she was “very excited” that Young would be following in the footsteps of Patton.
“Big shoes to fill, but sir, you have already impressed me greatly with the work I’ve been doing with you,” Weingarden said.
Young said that he has had many discussions with Patton and that the chief has prepared him well.
“He has always had an enthusiasm for law enforcement and always put the community first,” Young said.
“I’ve learned great lessons over the years from him. We’ve had great conversations and because of his leadership and preparing for the future, I feel that much more confident in taking on my new role as he retires as chief of police. … I’ve been with him at various meetings to watch how he operates.”
Patton addressed Young’s appointment at the Township Board meeting in October.
“I’m really pleased and excited about the appointment you’re making tonight of Deputy Chief Young,” Patton said. “I think it’s important to say he’s well-respected by all the West Bloomfield team members. This will be a welcome appointment.”
In a recent interview with the Beacon, Patton said that he is “very happy” that Young was appointed to be the next chief.
“That helps with my decision, that I know it’s not (going to) be a mystery who’s coming in here next,” Patton said. “He’s demonstrated his energy and competence to lead the Police Department here.”
At the meeting, Township Clerk Debbie
Binder said that Young’s commitment is clear.
“We’ve worked with you quite a bit already, and it’s been an absolute pleasure,” Binder said.
The fact that he is being promoted from within is something that Young believes is beneficial for the West Bloomfield Police Department.
“You have institutional knowledge that spans decades, and on top of that, you know the people that work for the department well,” Young said.
“Understanding those things, the nu-
ances, the culture, and having an understanding of the different trends that are occurring within law enforcement, how to navigate those things, and being able to translate that to the people you are in charge of overseeing is valuable, important, and will be one of the ingredients for success in the future.”
Look for a story about Patton’s retirement in the next scheduled edition of the Beacon. Call Staff Writer Mark Vest at (586) 498-1052.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Pictured is West Bloomfield Police Department Deputy Chief Dale Young, left, and West Bloomfield Police Department Chief Michael Patton. Patton said that he is “really pleased” that Young has been appointed to succeed him.
Supervisor
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was done in a very stealth, rapid way – 2 p.m., a special meeting being called to appoint a new supervisor. I think that should happen evening time on a Monday, where people can show up, knowing that this is going on.”
Some residents expressed support for Warshay during the public comments portion of the meeting.
One resident spoke about working with Kaplan due to infrastructure challenges in the neighborhood he lives in.
He said that Kaplan “did a good job over the years” and also recalled working with Warshay.
“The person I’ve worked with most closely besides Steve has been Jonathan Warshay,” the resident said. “He’s proven to be engaged, open-minded and approachable. … I can’t say that I speak for all members of my neighborhood, but I know that I speak for most of the members of my neighborhood when I say I fully support Jonathan Warshay in this position.”
Another resident said that she has known Warshay since he served on the Ferndale City Council.
“I am very pleased to be here today to show my support for him,” she said. “I’ve known him to be honest, intelligent, willing to listen, and capable of handling problems. The word integrity comes to mind first when I talk about Jonathan.”
Kaplan’s decision to step down was also addressed at the meeting.
He ran unopposed in the Nov. 5 general election after defeating David Flaisher, a former supervisor for the township, in the primary.
“I don’t really understand why Steven ran and then chose not to fill his office,” Weingarden said. “I can’t really wrap my head around it, but then we looked at the law, and the law was very clear, that as a board, we needed to make this decision (to appoint a supervisor).”
Kaplan was not in attendance at the special meeting.
“We just had an election last month and he ran for election,” one resident said during public comments.
“I would’ve thought if he was considering another job perhaps that would’ve been factored in prior to running for the election. … It seems from an outsider looking in like over the past two weeks there were a lot of internal discussions, which are to be expected, but it would be nice if the public (was) allowed in. I don’t know, maybe I missed the notice or any information about this, but it comes across, at least to myself, personally, as a shock.”
In an interview with the Beacon, Kaplan said that he also previously worked for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office from 2011
to 2013 and at the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office prior to that from 1986 to 2011.
He shared details about the timing of accepting his new position.
“I had no notion that I would leave when I filed for a third four-year term (for supervisor),” Kaplan said. “I intended to complete that third four-year term and then this opportunity emerged. I wasn’t formally offered the job until I think Nov. 18 or 19, might’ve been 17, but it was after the election. It was after that, that I received the offer.”
Kaplan reflected on the time he served in West Bloomfield.
“I relished working for the township and have wonderful memories of my tenure,” he said. “West Bloomfield is the best municipality in Michigan and I’m proud to have contributed to the good cause.”
In a previous interview with the Beacon, Kaplan said that the compensation for the position of supervisor is $139,950 per year.
After thanking Kaplan for his service to West Bloomfield, Warshay also shared the intentions he has in his new role for the township.
“I’ll work with our department heads and staff to provide the highest level of service to those who live, work, do business with, and visit our township,” Warshay said.
Call Staff Writer Mark Vest at (586) 4981052.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
West Bloomfield Township Clerk Debbie Binder swears in Jonathan Warshay to be the township’s new supervisor Dec. 9. Warshay was sworn in following a special meeting, where the Township Board appointed him to the position.
CRIME WATCH
Fraudulent call reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Nov. 27, an officer was dispatched to the 6100 block of Orchard Woods to take a fraud report.
The reporting party informed the officer that they had mistakenly provided personal information to someone who claimed to be from Huntington Bank.
After hanging up with the unknown caller, the reporting party called Huntington and learned that nobody from the bank had called.
The account of the reporting party was closed, and no funds were lost.
Juveniles suspected of unlawfully entering garage
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Nov. 26, officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of Aldwin Street. Multiple suspected juveniles were reportedly seen going in and out of a garage of a home under construction.
The suspected juveniles left before police arrived. The reporting party did not notice anything out of place after inspecting the garage.
Items reportedly stolen from home
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Nov. 25, an officer took a report at the front desk of the West Bloomfield Police Department about “several” items being taken from the reporting party’s home.
The reporting party informed the officer that they were renting a property on Pontiac Trail, and suspected that tenants may be responsible for removing the items from the home without permission.
No further information was provided.
Home intruder reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Nov. 25, an officer was dispatched to the 5800
block of Naneva Court to take a report about someone living in the reporting party’s residence without permission.
The reporting party informed the officer that it is a rental home that nobody should be currently living in. Evidence was reportedly discovered that indicated that someone was living there.
The locks were reportedly changed at the home. According to a report, police continue to investigate.
Threatening phone calls reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Nov. 22, an officer took a report at the front desk of the West Bloomfield Police Department about an unknown female caller repeatedly calling and threatening the reporting party.
The reporting party informed the officer that the caller accused the reporting party of having an affair with her significant other. According to a report, the reporting party “did not know what the caller was talking about.”
No suspects were identified.
Cryptocurrency scam reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Dec. 1, a resident made a report at the front desk of the West Bloomfield Police Department about being the victim of a cryptocurrency scam.
The reporting party allegedly received a phone call from an unknown male who claimed to be from the Federal Trade Commission. The call was in regard to alleged fraudulent charges to the reporting party’s account, police said.
Based on conversations with the unknown caller, the reporting party deposited several thousand dollars into a bitcoin account the caller allegedly directed the reporting party to. The reporting party later discovered that it was a scam.
No further information was provided.
Anyone who has information about these incidents or others is asked to call the West Bloomfield Police Department at (248) 975-9200.
— Mark Vest
CITY OF ORCHARD LAKE VILLAGE
NOTICE OF ZONING BOARD PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, as amended, the City of Orchard Lake Village Zoning Board of Appeals will consider the following appeal at their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Orchard Lake City Hall, 3955 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard Lake, Michigan:
- Reda Oil Pro Inc. (Mobil 1 Oil Change) Appeal -4220 Orchard Lake Road (An After the Fact Height Variance for a Freestanding Sign)
Complete copies of the request are available for review at the Offce of the City Clerk in City Hall. Written Comments will be received in the City Clerk’s Offce, 3955 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard Lake, MI between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or may be submitted electronically to CityClerk@CityofOrchardLake.com. You are invited to attend the hearing.
Rhonda McClellan CityClerk@CityofOrchardLake.com
Publish: West Bloomfeld Beacon 12/18/2024
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“For triple-negative, the hope is that you go into surgery cancer-free,” Katie said.”That has been shown to prevent recurrence.”
Following the mastectomy, she will be on immunotherapy for a full year. Immunotherapy trains the body to fight its own cancer cells. She said that is something that is fairly new to the treatment protocol for TNBC, having been added within the last two to three years, Katie said.
“All of her treatment is geared towards treating whatever she has now and then doing whatever we can to prevent the recurrence of it coming back or a different form coming back,” Adam said. “That’s part of the reason why she is electing to have a mastectomy instead of a lumpectomy.”
Katie said her daughter has brought a great amount of joy among all the trials they are going through.
“She has definitely brought a delightful balance, despite all the hard stuff we are going through, and that’s been a big focus: reminding myself to enjoy her first year and not have it be just focused on what’s going on with the cancer and everything,” she said.
Along with Penny, now 6 months, the couple has two sons, Theo, 7, and Cooper, 4. Katie said it was a great concern for them as to how well she would be able to take care of the kids while undergoing the chemo, but she said she is managing it pretty well and is able to stay active.
“Aside from losing my hair and being a bit fatigued some days, we try to keep it business as usual,” Katie said.
She said her kids describe her new hairstyle as “Fierce and a little weird.”
She said she hopes to bring awareness to the disease. She is now encouraging all her friends to not wait to get tested, because of how fast it can spread.
“I think that there’s a lot of awareness for
breast cancer in general. I mean, people see the pink ribbons and stuff, but people forget just the age requirements. You’re not even supposed to get a mammogram until you’re 40,” Adam said. “But now she has been connected with so many other women who are under 40 who have had breast cancer. It’s just kind of, like, baffling. It’s like, ‘Why aren’t we doing this (mamograms) earlier if we are seeing this?’ It is happening younger and younger. It just seems to be an afterthought. I mean, especially in her case, I don’t want to even think about the scenario had she waited until 40 to get a mammogram”
Lehrberg said that the current standard of care is to screen “average risk women” with a mammogram starting at age 40 based on the U.S. Preventive Service Task Force. However, earlier screening may be indicated for women who are at “higher-than-average risk,” which is based on their personal history of prior breast biopsy as well as family history, she said.
Katie said that her mammogram was only covered by her insurance because cancer was suspected. Otherwise insurance companies don’t pay for them for women under 40.
Lehrberg said that risk assessment for breast cancer should be done for all women starting at age 25 as well as an annual breast exam with a clinician. She said that for pregnant patients, a breast exam should be done by their obstetrician in the beginning of the pregnancy. According to Lehrberg, the most recent American College of Radiology guidelines indicate that screening for breast cancer should not be delayed until after delivery. She said patients who are considered high risk for breast cancer and qualify for screening under 40 can safely have a mammogram during pregnancy.
“Due to pregnancy or lactation breast changes, it may be difficult to detect abnormalities in the breast and patients are encouraged to have self-awareness and to report any persistent abnormalities to their doctor,” Lehrberg said.
Adam continues to work full time as a patrol officer in Novi but has been able to switch to the day shift. He is also a sniper for the
forecasting around 3.8 million Michigan residents are going to travel 50 miles or more away from home this holiday season.
“That’s actually a record and that’s about 98,000 more travelers than the previous record high which was set last year,” Woodland said.
She said it’s going to be busy on roadways, at airports and at other transit terminals.
AAA is also expecting a new air travel record this holiday season as well. Woodland said they’re expecting nationally 7.9 million Americans to take at least one domestic flight.
She said those planning to fly should plan ahead by checking in online and confirming the flight’s status.
“You want to arrive to the airport a minimum of two to three hours before your scheduled departure time and we also suggest (to) those that are flying that you pack your medications and an extra change of clothes in your carry-on bag just in case your flight is canceled or delayed,” Woodland said.
Around 3.4 million Michigan residents will take a road trip this holiday season, Woodland said. Nationally, they’re expecting that around 107 million Americans will be driving to their destinations. Woodland recommends drivers follow the posted speed limits and drive only when alert.
“Driving only on four to five hours of sleep is as dangerous as driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08,” Woodland said.
She went on to say it is best to drive at times when normally awake, avoiding overnight drives and any intoxicants, and that drivers should take breaks every two hours.
“And you want to use these breaks to maybe switch drivers if possible or park at a safe location and maybe nap for about 20 to 30 minutes to recharge,” Woodland said.
Shaw recommends drivers stop every hour to stretch, grab a coffee, use the restroom and other things.
“Just to kind of keep your mind focused on the road for the rest of your trip,” Shaw said.
The last tip Woodland would give drivers is to slow down and move over for roadside workers and others stopped on the side of the road. Woodland said a roadside worker is killed every other week in the United States.
“When you see an emergency responder on the side of the road assisting a stranded driver, you want to reduce your speed. If possible, you want to change lanes to give those crews more room to do their job safely,” Woodland said.
Shaw said the MSP responds to around 10 to 20 crashes a day on Michigan roads.
“If you add weather to it and people don’t heed our advice about those risky driving behaviors, that will naturally cause an uptick in crashes,” Shaw said.
Shaw said getting snow tires wouldn’t hurt and that tire performance depends on the manufacturer.
“A lot of vehicles have all weather tires on them now, so it’s often good to just take a look at your owner’s manual and see what they suggest,” Shaw said.
Fines for driving under the influence or crashing a vehicle are up to the courts, Shaw said.
“Know that along with those fines if you have to hire an attorney, (it’s) at least $10,000 just for the attorney costs,” Shaw said.
Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.
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Southwest Oakland Special Response Team, but he plans to take a prolonged leave when his wife has surgery. However, he did stop teaching an emergency vehicle operations class at Schoolcraft Community College and has forfeited a lot of overtime in order to be home with Katie. Katie continues her duties as a full-time stay-at-home parent and wife. Adam said Katie has always been his biggest career supporter.
“In spite of everything, she still cheers me on,” he said
The family has been blessed with help from family, neighbors and Adam’s fellow officers. Katie’s parents have been assisting with watching the kids during her chemo days and providing transportation to and from school. As a result of the cancer, Katie had to stop breastfeeding immediately, but fortunately three of her neighbors had also recently had children and are donating their breastmilk for Penny.
“That was probably the most traumatic part (stopping breastfeeding) of all of it,” Katie said.
However, she said the neighbors donating their breastmilk for her daughter has helped to heal the wounds she had from not being able to supply her daughter with breastmilk.
“Our little street here has really stepped up to help and it’s just been incredible.”
Several police officers have been doing meal trains and purchased a cleaning service for them so that Katie only has to worry about maintaining her health and taking care of her children.
“To not have to stress about that has been huge,” Katie said. “It’s taken a lot off of my plate.
However, even though the McGees have health insurance, medical bills are piling up and there are some other treatments that Katie is looking into that are not covered by insurance, such as acupuncture, supplements and nutritional support services.
“In my mind there’s no harm in trying anything,” Adam said.
Because of this, Sgt. Jon Jacob, of the Fraternal Order of Police, has created a GoFundMe page for the McGee family. Jacob, a Novi resident, works for the West Bloomfield Police Department and is in charge of the Southwest Oakland Special Response Team. Jacob said he knew Adam as a kid, when they played hockey together, and they reconnected later as officers.
“It’s just what we do. When one thing happens to one of us, we take care of each other,” Jacob said.
As of Dec. 10, the GoFundMe has raised $18,575 of a $25,000 goal. However, Jacob
said that he did receive some donations from people who just didn’t feel comfortable donating online. Donations can be made online at Gofundme.com/f/support-katie-mcgees-fightagainst-cancer. Cash and checks can be brought to the Novi and West Bloomfield police departments or mailed to: FOP 128, P.O. Box 311, Walled Lake, MI 48390.
For more information on breast cancer,
Lehrberg recommends going to the following websites:
• American Society of Breast Surgeons Foundate: Breast360.org.
• American Cancer Society: cancer.org.
• National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute: cancer.gov.
Call Staff Writer Charity Meier at (586) 498-1092.
Photo provided by the Novi Police Department
Officer Adam McGee poses with his Novi police cruiser Nov. 14.
West Bloomfeld Beacon
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