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METRO DETROIT — It’s no secret that the public is hurting more than before when they head to the grocery store. However, food banks, food pantries and soup kitchens are reporting that this is affecting vulnerable members of the community even more.

Brother Rob Roemer, the director of the Capuchin Services Center in Detroit, said there has been a drastic increase in those asking for help.

“We are definitely seeing an increase. We’ve seen a lot of new faces in addition to the general increase of people,” said Roemer. “We were seeing about 100 people per day; now we’re seeing about 150 at our service center, which is our food and clothing pantry.”

“We are absolutely seeing an uptick,” added Brother Gary Wegner, the executive director of the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. “In October 2023, at the two kitchens, we served 19,861

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NORTHERN MICHIGAN — Michigan skiers and riders — not to mention those of us more interested in apres-ski activities — have more to look forward to than snow this winter, especially in the northwestern corner of the lower peninsula.

This corner of Michigan is home to more than a dozen downhill ski areas, including fourseason resorts, day areas and city-owned recreation spots. Some have already been blasting slopes with man-made snow, taking advantage of colder temperatures. Several ski areas BY planned KRISTYNE E. DEMSKE domestic and sexual violence through comprehensive to open — at least partially — last week. First kdemske@candgnews.com services and resources. The agency provides emergenweekend in December cy, support and prevention services for survivors of These northwesternMOUNT Michigan ski destina- — Taking steps this domestic and sexual violence, including an emergenCLEMENS tions range from Caberfae in Cadillac, month toPeaks highlight awareness of sexual assault, Turn- cy shelter, individual and group counseling, advocacy, one of the oldest ski ing destinations in the country, Point Macomb is hosting its sixth annual fund- a personal protection order assistance program, and a to the Boyne Resorts properties near raiser, Stepping OutPetoskey With the Stars, April 29. forensic nurse examiners program. to municipal-owned slopes like Hickory Hills to empower survivors of Turning Point strives See TURNING on page 18A Recreation Area in Traverse City.

Among the most exciting additions to Michigan’s slopes this season is the debut of the Turning Point President and CEO Sharman Davenport stands at the 2021 event with Stepping Out Camelot 6 at The Highlands at Harbor Springs. with emcee Evrodin Cassimy, of WDIV-TV. TOP:the TheStars Highlands, located Harbor Springs, is preparing for a momentous winter ski season.

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Farmington senior Mackenzie Bushey earned the state championship in the 100-yard breaststroke.

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Farmington Hills Mercy last won a MHSAA Division 1 Volleyball State Championship in 2019.

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FARMINGTON HILLS — Farmington Hills Mercy coach Loretta Vogel and her squad finally had a chance to catch their breath after Mercy (32-15-3) defeated Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern in five sets at the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 State Championship Nov. 18 at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek.

As surreal as the moment was, the 24-hour journey beforehand was one the team will never forget.

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semifinals), it’s like, ‘OK, we have less than 12 hours to get everyone ready for another big game (the state finals),’” Vogel said. “It was watching filming, who you’re going to look at and who does what, and watching tendencies, and we never had a moment to just take a deep breath until everything was over.”

Mercy felt prepared and confident for the matchup, but a Marlins team that lost only one set all throughout the state tournament quickly found themselves down 2-0.

From their serve receives to their passing, Forest Hills Northern executed everything to perfection early on while

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Michigan High School Athletic Association swim and dive state finals marked a successful end to the season for a slew of Oakland County teams Nov. 18.

Whether it was at Eastern Michigan University (D1), the Holland Aquatic Center (D2), or Oakland University (D3), Oakland County was well represented on the podium. Some teams showcased their young core, some teams had a proper send-off for their seniors, and some are eager to get next season started after their state finals performance.

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Line bubble chairlift is a first in the Midwest. In a nutshell, the new chairlift provides a warmer, more comfortable lift to the top of the hill.

Across Michigan, snow sports enthusiasts will find a range of upgrades, including new chairlifts, additional lighting, improved snow-making and grooming, quicker access to the slopes and new dining and other amenities.

“There is a lot of good news for snow lovers right now as demand for skiing continues to grow following the pandemic in 2020. What we are seeing is more investing in infrastructure, including snowmaking and chairlifts,” says Steve Kershner, chairman of the Michigan Snowsports Industries Association and director of snow sports for Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire. “Ultimately all of us who love to ski in Michigan are the benefactors of these investments.”

The Camelot 6 at The Highlands, formerly Boyne Highlands, is expected to begin operating early this month. December The bubble lift features heated, extra wide, ergonomically designed seats with footrests.

A tinted, weatherproof bubble keeps riders warm and protected while being whisked up the slopes at a fast speed. It also boasts advanced safety features.

That addition is one of many improvements at the Boyne Resorts property, which celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The resort also has expanded night skiing and added new dining options, including a Waf-

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At nearby Boyne Mountain, two new lifts are opening up this season, replacing old ones. One is a four-person Doppelmayr fixedgrip chairlift that will haul skiers uphill in less than four minutes, half the time of the former ride.. The other is a three-person Doppelmayr fixed grip chairlift that will provide skiers and riders with a quicker trip upward as well as improved loading and unloading.

You might remember that Boyne Mountain is home to SkyBridge Michigan, a 1,200-foot-long pedestrian bridge that opened in the fall of 2022. For the holidays, the 118-foot-high bridge will be outfitted with a holiday light installation by Zoro’s Lights of Livonia. The display features more than 150,000 twinkling lights and will be illuminated through March 31.

At Crystal Mountain, look for quicker access to the slopes, lessons to take home with you, and the ability to pay for lessons online in advance, saving time at check-in at the Mountain Adventure Zone.

Like other ski areas, the Thompsonville resort is working to improve the learning

experience for children and is introducing Flaik. Flaik uses a GPS tag that students wear during their lessons allowing instructors to track their progress. It also allows instructors and parents to locate kids on the slopes. Student progress reports and satisfaction surveys will be included in the ‘Re-live Your Lesson’ follow-up messaging.

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Nub’s Nob, outside Harbor Springs, is rolling out a new learn-to-ski program for the season called “2024: A Ski Odyssey.” The program is aimed at prospective skiers ages 9 and above. The program includes two group lessons, equipment rental and lift tickets for just $50 a lesson. At the end of the second lesson, skiers can purchase a Bargain Pass for the remainder of the season for $100 and receive a $100 discount off a ski package.

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new skiers into the sport,” said Ben Doornbos, general manager.

Among the many improvements at Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire is the expansion of operating hours for its open-air shuttle, the Skibra. Painted like a zebra, the Skibra makes it easier for skiers and riders to get around the 5,500-acre resort, which is home to four distinct villages.

Like other resorts, Shanty Creek is moving toward all cashless transactions.

This season guests will simply swipe or tap their cards or smart devices for resort-related transactions. Guests without non-cash forms of payment will find kiosks throughout the resort to convert to prepaid cards.

The Treetops Resort in Gaylord is unveiling a state-of-the-art ski instruction program called Terrain Based Learning. That program is a process for teaching beginner skiers and snowboarders that uses purposebuilt snow features, helping novices learn the movements, sensations and body positioning needed for the sport. Treetops is the only ski area in Michigan offering the program.

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Many Michigan ski areas, including Boyne Mountain, pictured above, are working to improve the ski and snowboard learning experience for children. of learning to our guests. Our instructors are exclusively trained by the Snow Operating team who has trademarked the program. We can’t wait to see the smiles on the snow as kids and adults alike take their turn in the Terrain Based Learning adventure, allowing them to enjoy the sport sooner with no fear,” said Barry Owens, general manager.

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FARMINGTON HILLS — A Farmington Hills City Council meeting that took place Nov. 27 featured the city’s new mayor and newly and re-elected council members in a Monday evening ceremony.

In the Nov. 7 general election, Theresa Rich was elected as the city’s new mayor, with Jackie Boleware being elected to a second term on City Council, and Bill Dwyer and Jon Aldred voted in as first-time City Council members.

Judge Marla Parker of the 47th District Court administered the oath of office to the electees at the start of the meeting, according to a press release from the city of Farmington Hills.

The Farmington Hills City Council also includes Michael Bridges, Randy Bruce and Valerie Knol.

“I’m excited to get to work with our newly elected and returning council members,” Farmington Hills City Manager Gary Mekjian stated via the release. “Together, we will continue serving our City and improving our community for residents, business owners and visitors.”

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DETROIT — Detroit is about to get a whole lot brighter with the 13th annual Menorah in the D festivities.

A celebration of light overcoming darkness, the city’s annual recognition of Chanukah celebration takes place each year in Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Ave. This year, it will kick off with a ceremony at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7.

As in years past, it will feature a family-friendly celebration that’s free and open to the public, featuring strolling street performers, marshmallow roasting puts, hot soup and cider, face painting and balloon sculpting. An at-home lamplighter kit, which includes a Chanukah guide, candles, special lighter, treats, crafts, gelt, postcards and a menorah, also will be available.

Doors will open at 5 p.m. and the ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m., and will feature greetings by community leaders, a fire show and the lighting of the 26-foot-tall menorah. The event will be available on Zoom at www.menorahinthed.com/zoom.

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New assistant city manager named in Farmington Hills FARMINGTON HILLS — The city of Farmington Hills recently announced the promotion of Karen Mondora to assistant city manager.

Her promotion was set to become effective Nov. 27.

For the past seven years, she has served as the city’s director of public services.

“Karen has been an exceptional asset to the City since she started over eleven years ago in the Department of Public Services,” City Manager Gary Mekjian stated via the release.

“Time and time again, Karen has demonstrated her strong commitment to our community and residents, and I’m sure she will embody the same dedication as assistant city manager.”

Mondora has worked for Farmington Hills since February 2012 and has served as the city’s director of public services since June 2016, according to the release.

Karen Mondora “I am eager to work closely with our city council, city manager and employees across the City to advance our City’s goals and ensure that the City of Farmington Hills remains one of the largest and most diverse cities in Oakland County for many generations to come,” Mondora stated via the release.

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meals. That’s up 14% from July and a 48% increase since January. The grocery prices are killing people.”

CARES of Farmington Hills serves those in need in Farmington Hills, Farmington, Livonia, Redford Township, Southfield, Northville, Novi and West Bloomfield.

They, too, are seeing an increase in need.

“At CARES, we are seeing an average of five to eight families each day, Tuesday through Thursdays. These are new families who are registering for food. This is on top of more than 650 households a month we are serving,” explained intake volunteer Nancy Prieskorn. “The need and growth is exponential. These are often people who have never had to reach out for help before and people who haven’t had to use us for several years. We are seeing all kinds of desperate situations.”

Debra Cole manages the food pantry for the Rochester Area Neighborhood House. She said that their numbers are up and have been increasing since the COVID-19 lockdown ended.

“We are very much seeing an increase in requests for aid,” said Cole. “We are prob-

ably seeing an increase of 15 to 20 more families per month over last year. After things opened up after COVID, we started seeing more people. The government also lessened the amount they were getting through SNAP. The amount was brought back down to pre-COVID levels, and a lot of people weren’t ready for that.”

Prieskorn said part of this stems from support many were receiving during COVID-19 no longer being available.

“I think people are finding that food prices are rising and that government help is decreasing. I think it’s a combination of those two things,” she said. “The food prices are probably an aftermath of COVID and the disruption it caused in society. We’re all trying to find a new equilibrium and, in my opinion, people aren’t finding a balance of how to divert resources to where it’s needed.”

The increase of food prices, largely caused by inflation in the United States economy, is credited as the primary cause of these difficulties by many trying to help.

“I think a big part of the increase is inflation,” said Roemer. “The price of food is quite high. When I first came here in 2021, during COVID, people were receiving stimulus checks, and now those resources are gone.”

Cole said that difficulties in getting a

well-paying job also are certainly a factor.

“A lot of families who were doing all right are now recertifying themselves with us to get food once again,” she said. “People are saying they are having a hard time getting a job. Some people aren’t used to getting a job after COVID or they have family members moving in or kids moving back in because they can’t find a job.”

This means that the increase in service requests at most of these organizations is not coming from those living on the streets but those who are failing to make ends meet.

“At one of our kitchens, we get more

homeless people, so the economy doesn’t always directly affect them, since they are often outside the mainstream economy,” said Wegner. “However, at the other, we serve more of the working poor, single mothers and families, and they are trying to find ways to stretch their dollar.”

“We’re seeing young people. We’re seeing senior citizens. We’re seeing homeless people or people living out of their cars,” added Prieskorn. “It’s anything and everyone. People are in need.”

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METRO DETROIT — From concerts to plays and more, stages across the region will be brimming with holiday cheer this year.

Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts in Detroit’s holiday programming includes the soulful and jazzy Dave Koz and Friends 25th Anniversary Christmas Tour Dec. 7 and the witty, musical show “One Sleepy Night” — about a grandfather, his telescope and the meaning of Christmas — Dec. 15. Tickets: www.musichall.org or (313) 887-8500.

“Our holiday lineup is a great illustration of Music Hall’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, which really dates back to our founding in 1928 as a variety house,” Music Hall Director of Development Julie Gervais said via email. “This holiday season has dance, a couple of different musical genres, and a brand-new Urban Theater production — a musical that we’re all excited to see for the first time!”

The Macomb Center for the Performing Arts, located on the main campus of Macomb Community College in Clinton Township, will feature the holiday shows Celtic Angels Christmas Dec. 8, the Detroit Concert Choir Dec. 9, the Macomb Symphony Orchestra Dec. 10 and PRISM Men’s Chorus Dec. 16. Tickets: www.macombcen-

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Also in Macomb County, singer Karen Newman will be joined by Frankie Scinta for a concert of holiday classics Dec. 17 at the Andiamo Celebrity Showroom in Warren.

Tickets: www.andiamoshowroom.com or (586) 268-3200.

Broadway in Detroit will offer the family-oriented dance and music mashup of Tchaikovsky and rap during “The Hip Hop Nutcracker” Dec. 9 and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer The Musical” Dec. 15 and 16, both at the Fisher Theatre in Detroit, and the Gregory Porter 2023 holiday tour Dec. 22 at the Detroit Opera House.

Tickets: (313) 887-1256 or www.broadwayindetroit. com.

After a four-year absence, the Rackham Choir — Detroit’s oldest choir — presents its signature jazz gospel and classical mix, “Too Hot to Handel,” Jan. 13 at the Detroit Opera House. This 20th anniversary production had been staged over the holidays in the past but has been moved to Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend. Tickets: (313) 237-7464 or www.detroitopera.org.

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ABOVE: “Too Hot to Handel” returns to the stage after a four-year absence for its 20th anniversary production Jan. 13 at the Detroit Opera Theatre.

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LEFT: The Moscow Ballet will perform “Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet” Dec. 10 at the Fox Theatre.

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It doesn’t get much better than a state championship performance, and that’s exactly what Mercy was able to do at the Division 2 state finals.

Senior Amylia Higgins earned the state championship in the 50-yard freestyle and 100-yard freestyle while teaming up with senior Olivia Engquist and juniors Kathleen Schwab and Mackenzie Conway for state runner-up in the 200-yard medley relay.

Mercy also earned state runner-up in the 400-yard freestyle relay courtesy of Higgins

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Seniors Mackenzie Bushey and Emme D’Errico teamed up with juniors Annika Cho and Sydney Visser for the state championship in the 200-yard medley relay.

and the freshmen trio of Avery Tack, Leah Greaves and Campbell Shore. Conway, Tack, Greaves and Shore earned the state championship in the 200-yard freestyle relay.

Tack earned all-State finishes in the 100-yard (3rd) and 200-yard freestyle (3rd), while Schwab posted all-State finishes in the 200-yard IM (6th) and 100-yard butterfly (3rd). Senior Elena Garza also earned an allState finish in the 100-yard butterfly with an eighth-place finish, while Shore earned allState in the 100-yard freestyle, finishing fifth.

Junior Jenna Matigian earned sixth in the one-meter diving.

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Barbara Hatch School of Dance celebrates 30th anniversary ‘Nutcracker’ performances

The Barbara Hatch School of Dance, located at 24405 Halsted Road in Farmington Hills, will return to the stage this holiday season to perform its renowned, full-length “Nutcracker” ballet.

This season’s production marks the 30th year of performing the holiday classic, complete with a cast of 85 Barbara Hatch dancers and families. Jennifer Tyler will dance the role of Clara.

Tickets are still available. Join in the holiday festivities on Dec. 16 at West Bloomfield High School. Performances will take place at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Call (248) 476-7074 for purchasing information or visit the Barbara Hatch School of Dance’s Instagram page.

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Farmington’s sixth-place finish at the Division 2 state finals not only exceeded expectations for the Falcons this season but also put the final stamp on an impressive high school swimming career for seniors Mackenzie Bushey and Emme D’Errico.

“Both of those two you just mentioned are fantastic kids and talented in the water, but what’s going to be missed in addition to what they bring in terms of times is just their leadership role, leading and showing what you have to do in training day-in and dayout and showing how to set goals and go after those goals,” Farmington coach Kyle Kinyon said. “All those intangibles they bring have been such a great demonstration to the other girls on the team.”

Bushey (Toledo commit) and D’Errico (Hope College commit) will both continue their swimming careers at the collegiate level, but not before making an impact one last time for the Falcons at the state finals.

Bushey earned the state championship in the 100-yard breaststroke and state runnerup in the 200-yard IM, while D’Errico finished fifth in the 200-yard freestyle and sixth in the 100-yard butterfly.

Bushey and D’Errico teamed up with juniors Annika Cho and Sydney Visser for the state championship in the 200-yard medley relay and sixth in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

Cho posted all-State finishes in the 200yard IM (7th) and 100-yard breaststroke (8th).

Placing seventh at the Division 3 state finals, it was the Norlander sisters who paced Country Day to a top-10 finish.

“I think we did a great job,” Country Day coach Marc Fazio said. “I was so proud of what we accomplished this year, and it really was amazing. When we went into that season, and they did team rankings and when they came out on Oct. 1, we weren’t even in the honorable mention, so finishing seventh was pretty sweet, I thought.”

Senior Marin Norlander earned allState finishes in the 100-yard backstroke (8th) and 100-yard butterfly (7th), while freshman Quinn Norlander took all-State in the 500-yard freestyle (5th) and 200-yard IM (6th).

The Norlander sisters teamed up with senior Michelle Chang and junior Anna Ryan for sixth in the 200-yard medley relay.

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CITY OF FARMINGTON DECEMBER BOARD OF REVIEW The City of Farmington Board of Review will meet in the City’s council chambers, 23600 Liberty St, Farmington, Michigan to correct clerical errors and review hardship appeals (if they had not been heard at the March or July Board of Review) on the following date:

Any Taxpayer wishing to file a hardship appeal that hasn’t already appealed hardship to either the March or July board may pick up an application at City Hall (Treasurer or Assessing departments) or by calling Oakland County Equalization Division, at (248) 858-0772. Appointments for hardship appeals will be scheduled prior to the Board of Review.

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Oakland University campus in Rochester, will stage its 41st annual production of “A Christmas Carol” — based on the Charles Dickens novel — through Dec. 24, with longtime MBT favorite Thomas D. Mahard starring as Ebenezer Scrooge and Conrad Nichols, of Shelby Township, and Chase Thomas, of Oxford, alternating as Tiny Tim. Tickets: (248) 377-3300, www.ticketmaster. com or www.mbtheatre.com.

“We have a lot of people who come back year after year,” MBT Managing Director Cheryl Marshall said in a press release.

“It’s a little like a reunion both on stage and in the audience. Some families are on their third and fourth generations coming together to see the show as part of their holiday traditions.”

“Home Alone in Concert” Dec. 13 was sold out at press time, but the Detroit Symphony Orchestra has plenty of other seasonal concerts for all ages at the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center in Detroit. The 11-member vocal ensemble Voctave will perform sans the orchestra during “It Feels Like Christmas” Dec. 8. A Tiny Tots concert by Fox & Branch will offer rootsy sing-alongs Dec. 9. The short film “The Snowman” will be accompanied by the DSO during a Young People’s Family Concert Dec. 9. The DSO plays its annual “Home for the Holidays” shows Dec. 15-17. “The Music of the Nutcracker with the DSO” Dec. 20 and “‘Elf ’ in Concert” Dec. 22-23 round out the programming. Tickets: (313) 576-5111 or www.detroitsymphony.com.

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Take in the vibrant wonder of the Magic of Lights tours through Dec. 30 at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston. Tickets: www.magicoflights.com.

“313 Presents has curated an exceptional holiday show lineup this season and invites families to create one-of-a-kind treasured memories at the Fox Theatre, Little Caesars Arena and Pine Knob Music Theatre,” 313 Presents President Howard Handler said by email. “The Fox Theatre is beautifully decorated to welcome guests in for A Magical Cirque Christmas, Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet, Mannheim Steamroller, The Illusionists and Brett Eldredge’s ‘Glow Live’ holiday tour. Trans-Siberian Orchestra is set to spread rock vibes and WWE Live Holiday Tour brings its superstars to Little Caesars Arena. Finally, Magic of Lights, the dazzling drive-through spectacular spanning 1.5 miles, has returned to Pine Knob Music Theatre through December 30.”

Have a Santa-worthy belly laugh during the hilarious sketches that make up “Into the Santaverse,” the 13th annual original holiday revue at GoComedy! in Ferndale. The show runs Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 23 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Tickets or more info: (248) 327-0575 or www.gocomedy.net.

For a big, bold dose of cheer, the Motor City Brass Band will perform “Sounds of the Season” at 3 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. Tickets or more information: www.mcbb.org, www.dearborntheater.com

or (313) 943-2354.

“Motor City Brass Band looks forward to getting you in the holiday spirit with music for every age,” Music Director and Conductor Gordon Ward said by email. “In addition to your holiday favorites, we are also pleased to present ‘Christmas is Coming!’

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The Ringwald Theatre, inside Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center in Ferndale, will present Vince Kelley’s “Jingle Babs” through Dec. 18. The comedic show imagines Barbra Streisand doing a live TV show in conjunction with her 1967 Christmas album, except that a terrible snowstorm has prevented her special guests from getting to the studio, forcing the studio staff band to improvise. Tickets: www.theringwald.com.

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Mercy’s lackluster performance in the first set led to 25-13 loss. The second set was a different story as Mercy was able to facilitate their passes more efficiently, but Forest Hills Northern still came out with the 25-23 win in the second set.

Down 2-0, Mercy senior Angie Butler said the second set showed flashes of what the team needed to do to succeed.

“We had a game plan coming in,” Butler said. “I don’t think we executed it well at all until the end of the second set, so I think being able to build on that momentum that the plan would work if we execute it. Also, we have a very energetic team, so I think our bench helped out a lot. When we came off the court after the second set, our spirits were a little low, and I think our team really stepped up in helping us reset and keep pushing on throughout the game.”

Mercy’s ball distribution, courtesy of Nebraska commit and first team all-State honoree Campbell Flynn, improved drastically as the Marlins put Forest Hills Northern on their heels.

Flynn may be the player teams gameplan around on a game-to-game basis, but her floor general role in the state finals set up a multitude of her teammates to thrive on the biggest stage.

“I thought Campbell (Flynn) started distributing the ball,” Vogel said. “I go, ‘Even if you get blocked, bring it up and let’s do it again.’ I think it opened up some situations for Cree (Hollier) in the middle, and we got the ball more to Angie (Butler) on the right side. I think it was helpful for us that we got their defense to scramble a little bit more.”

Flynn, a junior, tallied 41 assists in the state finals, while freshman Kate Kalczynski, a second team all-State honoree, tallied a game-high 25 kills. Hollier, a sophomore, contributed 10 kills, while Butler added

seven kills and 22 digs in the win. Butler had been nursing a torn meniscus since the second day of tryouts this year, forcing her to miss games periodically throughout the season.

Butler was one of many Mercy players who had battle injuries or illnesses this season, so the state title was a breath of fresh air for the battered and bruised Marlins.

“It meant a lot,” Butler said. “We all went through a lot this season. We had a lot of different speed bumps on the way, so just to end on a win meant the world.”

Mercy won back-to-back sets, 25-21 and 25-22, and would close out the state finals on a 15-12 win in the final set.

Junior Jillian Collins had a team-high 24 digs, while sophomore Maya Zarow tallied 16 and Flynn 15.

Mercy’s state finals win couldn’t come without a hard-fought win over Catholic League rival Bloomfield Hills Marian, who Mercy bested in the state quarterfinals.

Marian was the three-time defending state champion and had eliminated Mercy from the state tournament two out of the last three years prior to Mercy’s state championship title in 2019, so to say the win over Marian was a confidence boost would be understating it.

“Every time we play Marian, the preparation is a little bit different,” Hollier said.

“We scouted them two days before we played them, and our practice was designated towards them. When we got to the game, we knew what we wanted to do and we knew how to do it.”

Mercy will have a strong core of starters next season as only two seniors are set to graduate, but as always, the Mercy culture and set of expectations will remain the same.

The past five Division 1 state champions have come from the Catholic League, and who knows, maybe Mercy can get a title streak going of their own like their Catholic League counterpart Marian.

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WeatherGard recently held a ribbon-cutting to celebrate its relocation in 2021 to the new 92,000-square-foot facility at 20775 Chesley Drive in Farmington.

WeatherGard began in 1988 with a focus on building and installing windows for Michigan residents.

“We’ve been privileged over the years to have such great people working for us.

It was a real thrill seeing current and retired employees celebrating together. We are so pleased to be part of this community,” Vice President Shlome BenEzra said.

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LaundroLab, a laundromat, opened Oct. 25 at 510 N. Telegraph Road in Pontiac.

Co-owner Leslie Czarnecki said the laundromat is committed to transforming the traditional laundry experience by featuring highly efficient machines with auto-water monitoring and agitating for gentle fabric care that enhances garment longevity. Additionally, the dryers operate with reverse tumbling, which reduces drying time.

LaundroLab also offers a cashless/credit card option through its LaundryPay app as a convenience to customers.

Co-owner Walt Czarnecki said the laundromat is dedicated to celebrating wrinkle-free living and extends a warm welcome to local residents. For more information, visit laundrolab.com/locations/pontiac-oakland-pointe or contact LaundroLab at (248) 977-4789 or oaklandpointe@laundrolabusa.com.

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can be immensely helpful, since it means that money can be redirected to expenses where no help is available.

“We try to have people come and get groceries from us so they have money for other things,” said Cole. “If they can get two weeks of groceries, they can use that money for electric bills or gas bills and so forth. We also have a Clothes Closet, where they can get free clothing. Freeing up that money for other expenses can do a lot.”

Organizations across metro Detroit are asking for continued or increased support from those who can afford to give.

“There are a number of organizations like CARES to contribute to,” said Prieskorn. “Everyone is asking for money, food and volunteers. We also need to talk to our legislators and encourage them to dedicate more money to help those in need of food assistance.”

Some organizations are starting new initiatives to try to help

more people than before as well.

“We also have worked this past year with the Felician Sisters and their new Deo Gratias Ministry at Six Mile Road and Kelly Road,” said Wegner. “They offer to-go meals three days a week.”

“There’s lots of resources out there. Don’t hesitate to ask for help. Check at local clubs or churches or other organizations for resources like food pantries or clothes closets,” added Roemer.

“Those who wish to help can donate nonperishable food and clothing. We accept everything and give everything away; we don’t sell anything for a profit. A lot of organizations are out there just like that. Hygiene items are often also something groups are in desperate need for.”

Prieskorn said the need is dire and that many organizations, including CARES, are being stretched very thin.

“It’s very frustrating. People are calling various agencies and looking for help,” she said. “Everyone is maxed out in their resources. People need to have perseverance. It’s hard to do if you are worrying about feeding a child or finding a place to stay that night.”

Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

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Increases in food prices are causing more and more people to rely on aid from food pantries such as the one operated by the Rochester Area Neighborhood House.

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Griffin’s Neighborhood Auto Clinic: Celebrating 16 years of vehicle care for the whole family!

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Back in the mid-2000s, expert mechanic Bill Griffin’s for 15 years.

Griffin yearned to open his own automotive “Watching James grow from an 18-year-old to repair shop. a married family man and highly accomplished “At that time I was just a technician doing ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Master it on the side while working a regular job and Technician as well as an ASE Diesel Certified raising a family,” he said. “I started off with one Technician has been like watching one of our hoist in my garage at own kids grow up. home.” “ Jo d i e C h a p m a n , When Bill finally who started at 16 years old and now, at 18, o p e n e d G r i f f i n’s is an ASE Certified Neighborhood Auto Technician, is one of the Clinic on Nov. 7, 2007, newest additions we look he had no idea how far forward to grooming his dream would take as an industry leader him. and innovator. Curt Business has steadily Dewitt joined us after grown at his full-service working for a dealership shop, where he and his Bill and Jennifer Griffin for 24 years because he fellow technicians work on foreign and domestic cars, classic cars, trucks, sports vehicles and muscle cars, and also do diesel and fleet repair.

“It’s a surreal moment for us to be in business 16 years,” Bill said. “To grow from a side gig to having our 11,000-square-foot facility with 11 bays has been a dream come true for myself and my wife, Jennifer.”

Many family-owned automotive repair operations are disappearing, Bill explained, because owners are retiring or being bought out by investment firms.

“We are one of the last few of a dying breed of true family-owned automotive repair businesses with family-owned values,” he noted. “The key to our longevity is that we are true experts in our field. We look forward to giving our customers the best automotive service for many more years.”

Bill and Jennifer find it gratifying to help their employees live their best lives.

“We have spent our time building a superstar team and finally feel like we have exactly what we need,” Bill said, adding that one of their longestserving employees, James Stearns, has been with

wanted a family-oriented environment. Fred Garcia also joined our team for more stability and a family atmosphere. Both Aaron Towne, who joined us as an apprentice and is now an ASE Certified Technician, and Scott Ford, our service manager, have been with us for five years. It has been rewarding for us to teach a good, solid trade to people who want to learn and embrace it within a family environment where their success is our success.

Without these guys 16 years probably wouldn’t have been possible.”

To celebrate their anniversary, Griffin’s is holding an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 20, 2024.

“Jennifer and I invite everyone to come see why we are different,” Bill said.

Present this ad as a first-time customer and receive a free oil change in celebration of the company’s 16th anniversary.

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You can’t buy a mature tree. You have to plant the seed, train its roots, cultivate the land and nurture the tree as it grows stronger and flourishes.

Leaf and Bud founder and CEO Mark Savaya, Detroit’s “Henry Ford of Cannabis,” applied that same philosophy to his business, which is transforming the cannabis industry in metro Detroit and communities across Michigan by rehabilitating long shuttered (and in some cases historical) properties, employing hundreds of workers and providing the very finest products at the best prices for consumers.

“At Leaf and Bud, we cultivate in-house, from seed to sell. We do cultivation, processing and retail under one roof,” Savaya said.

Leaf and Bud is open for business at two locations in Detroit: at its headquarters on Livernois, south of Fenkell Avenue, and on Gratiot Avenue. They’re also up and running on Sherwood Avenue in Center Line, and on Dequindre Road in Hazel Park.

Other locations include Lenox Township, Battle Creek, New Buffalo (on the west side of the state) and downtown Ann Arbor (open soon).

Leaf and Bud’s products include the finest flower, gummies, oil, cartridges and accessories.

“There was a lot of R&D that went into the ‘Mark Savaya Collection,’ a lot of trial and error, lost strains and endless hours. It was finally accomplished with the triumph of the hybrid born from Lemon Cherry Gelato and Sherbert Gelato strain,” Savaya said. “This high potency euphoric strain has become immensely popular in my collection, and no one has the cut.”

Leaf and Bud is dedicated to giving back to the community by transforming properties in the neighborhoods it calls home. That includes a former Coca-Cola facility and the former Farmer Jack distribution center in Detroit, and the Sanders chocolate factory in Highland Park.

Savaya is also committed to giving those convicted of nonviolent drug offenses a second chance through employment.

“They’re the best workers.

They love what they do,” Savaya said. “It’s a win-win situation. They get a second chance in life, and we give hope to the right people.”

Savaya said the success enjoyed by Leaf and Bud has allowed him to give back to hospitals, churches and shelters in the community.

“I started this business with nothing at all except my own knowledge! I ended up growing myself and growing a wonderful team with over 350 employees,” Savaya said. “I work hard for everything, and I just want to help others to be just as successful! I’m always here to help anyone in any way I can.”

Controlling its product from seed to sale and supplying its own retail inventory allows Leaf and Bud to offer customers the very best wholesale prices.

“We cultivate everything in-house, so we sell it to the consumers for the wholesale price,” Savaya said. “That’s only at Leaf and Bud. We have over 8,000 lights growing, indoor cultivation.”

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Qualifications necessary for an applicant to be considered are: 1. Must be 18 years of age or older.

2. Complete the application and return to the Pipefitting Industry Training Center with: a. A valid driver’s license. b. High School diploma or high school equivalency (GED) certificate. c. There is a $45.00 testing fee that will be collected when turning in the application.

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‘A Nice Family Christmas’: 8 p.m. Dec. 8-9 and 14-16, and 2 p.m. Dec. 10, Farmington Players Barn, 32332 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, farmingtonplayers.org, farmingtonplayers.org

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DEC. 17

DEC. 7

• Performance by Farmington Concert Band, 3 p.m., North Farmington High School, 32900 W. 13 Mile Road, fcbmusic.org

Santa visit: Also deer and holiday themed activity stations, campfire, hot cocoa, s’mores kits and self-guided winter scavenger hunts, time slots 4:30-7 p.m., Red Barn in Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Road in Farmington Hills, register at (248) 231-8471 Menorah in the D: Lighting of Detroit Menorah, fire show, hot soup and cider, live music, dancing dreidels, strolling street performers and more, 5 p.m., Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Ave. in Detroit, also on Zoom, MenorahInTheD.com

DEC. 8-10

Holiday Novi Pet Expo: Cats and dogs welcome, 2-8 p.m. Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 9 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 10, Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., novipetexpo.com

DEC 9

Jazzin’ Up the Holidays: Also fundraiser for NICU at Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield Campus, 6-9 p.m., Studio Center, 23689 Industrial Park Drive in Farmington Hills, foundation.ascension.org/michigan/ providence-foundation

DEC 15-16

Holiday concerts: Performances by Farmington Chorus, 8 p.m. Dec. 15 and 4 p.m. Dec. 16, The Hawk Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, farmingtonchorus.com

DEC 16

Thistle Rose Academy of Arts Holiday Spirit Concert: 7 p.m., Trinity in the Woods Episcopal Church, 26880 La Muera St. in Farmington Hills, free but donations appreciated, trinityinthewoods.org

Holiday concerts: Performance by Novi Choralaires, 4 p.m., Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 28000 New Market Road in Farmington Hills, novichoralaires.org

ONGOING

Rock Around the Hawk: Free mini music festivals for ages 18 months to 5 years, 10-11:30 a.m., featuring Toasty Man (Dec. 8) and Snowfort Jazz Festival (Jan. 5), more scheduled through June, The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, (248) 699-6700 Food pantries: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. every third Saturday of month, Tawheed Center of Farmington Hills/Muslim Family Services, 29707 W. 10 Mile Road, (248) 252-6962 • 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment, CARES in Farmington Hills, 27835 Shiawassee Road, (248) 474-8231, caresfh.org ‘Talley’s Folly’: Unlikely love story between Jewish immigrant and Protestant from conservative family, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays until Dec. 17, The Inspired Acting Company, 1124 E. West Maple Drive in Walled Lake, inspiredacting.org To view more events and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise, call (586) 498-8000.

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ROSEVILLE TEACHERS RECEIVE MSGCU GRANTS ROSEVILLE — Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union recently announced its 2023 Classroom Cash Grants recipients, which included teachers from the Roseville Community Schools district.

Kaiser Elementary School teacher April Clos, Roseville Middle School teacher Maryann Smith and Roseville High School teacher Keith Silage all received grants. Each teacher received a grant worth up to $750 to help implement innovative learning experiences designed to promote students’ exploration, independent thinking and problem-solving. Teachers submitted project ideas in math, science, literacy, social and emotional learning, and physical education.

Classroom Cash Grants winners were determined based on total votes cast by students, parents, colleagues, family members and friends during an 11-day public online voting campaign. MSGCU awarded more than $45,000 to 64 educators from 54 schools across the metro Detroit area. The Classroom Cash Grants initiative has funded nearly 1,200 projects since it launched 18 years ago.

NEWS AND NOTE ITEMS TAKEN FROM AROUND OUR COVERAGE AREAS

Photos by Jeremiah Sanders/ provided by Ferndale Public Schools

FERNDALE BAND TAKES 2ND IN STATE FINALS

FERNDALE — The Ferndale High School Marching Band finished second in its division at the Michigan Competing Band Association State Championship.

The state finals were held Nov. 4 at Ford Field, where the Golden Eagle Marching Band competed in the Flight IV division. The band’s performance consisted of songs from Coldplay, Beethoven, Dr. Dre, The Weeknd, Lizzo, Pachelbel and Daft Punk, the school’s website said.

The band’s performance was graded 82.35, which finished second to Lakeshore High School in Stevensville’s first-place finish of 84.15.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MAKE FOOD DONATION

COMMERCE TOWNSHIP — The Walled Lake Central student council delivered items from its canned food drive to the Hospitality House Food Pantry Nov. 11. According to a press release, Walled Lake Central’s Canned Food Drive is the largest donation the Hospitality House receives each year. The Hospitality House Food Pantry is located at 2075 E. West Maple Road, B204, in Commerce Township.

‘Talley’s Folly’ set to run at Inspired Acting Company WALLED LAKE — The Inspired Acting Company is scheduled to run the PulitzerPrize-winning play “Talley’s Folly” Dec. 1-17.

The play, by Lanford Wilson, is described as a romantic comedy that tackles issues ranging from antisemitism to coping with trauma.

According to a press release, the play was written in 1979 and unfolds against the backdrop of a dilapidated and forgotten boathouse on the Talley farm on the Fourth of July, 1944, with D-Day having taken place the month prior.

“The backdrop of the war helps raise issues of patriotism, capitalism and anti-Semitism,” the release states. “But it’s also a love story, where the characters grapple with issues of love, identity, and the courage to embrace the unknown. The play takes place in one act with no intermission, set in ninety-seven minutes of real time, with no set change. Lanford Wilson’s masterful storytelling weaves a rich tapestry of emotions and cultural nuances that resonate with audiences to this day.”

Performances are scheduled to take place at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays.

General admission tickets cost $35, or $30 for those under 30 and over 65.

To purchase tickets, visit inspired acting.org or call (248) 863-9953.

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Police arrest suspect in armed robberies

FERNDALE — A 23-year-old Hazel Park man was arrested on two counts of armed robbery in Ferndale.

According to a Ferndale police press release, at approximately 12:43 a.m. Nov. 14, police attempted to stop an individual for a bicycle violation after he was seen “casing” the 7-Eleven store near Nine Mile and Hilton roads. The man tried to flee, but he was arrested after a short pursuit, police said.

Police stated the man matched the description of an armed robbery suspect wanted in connection with two separate armed robberies that had occurred in Ferndale.

The first incident happened at 1:22 a.m. Oct. 20, when a man entered a 7-Eleven store at Nine Mile and Pinecrest Drive. “The suspect approached the counter and produced a folding knife. The suspect demanded money from the cash register. The clerk opened the register and handed over approximately $300 cash. The suspect fled the store on foot,” the release states.

The second incident happened at 6:03 a.m. Nov. 1.

A man was reported to have entered the 7-Eleven near Nine Mile and Hilton.

“The suspect approached the counter and demanded cash from the clerk. The suspect had his left hand in his pocket and implied he had a weapon. The clerk opened the register and handed over approximately $805 cash. The suspect also stole the clerk’s cell phone and store phone. The suspect fled from the store on foot,” the release states.

The release states that the man would “case” each area prior to committing the robbery and then flee on his bicycle after.

“Investigators worked with several surrounding agencies and learned that the suspect committed a series of armed robberies of 7-Eleven stores between October 18 and November 6,” police stated. “The suspect admitted to investigators that he planned to rob the 7-Eleven store on the morning of November 14, 2023.”

The suspect was arraigned on Nov. 15 on two counts of armed robbery and was given a $200,000 cash or surety bond.

Southfield man charged in string of burglaries

TROY — A 53-year-old Southfield man has been charged in connection to the burglaries of businesses in Royal Oak, Birmingham and Troy.

At 11:27 p.m. Oct. 25, patrol officers were made aware by plainclothes detectives that a possible burglary had just occurred in the King’s Plaza shopping complex, on Rochester Road, north of East Long Lake Road. Officers located a damaged door handle on the

rear of a building at 5100 Rochester Road. They then checked the building and observed the cash register door was open, with no cash left inside. The owner of the business responded to the scene and said that approximately $120 in cash was missing.

The suspect was charged Oct. 27, after the Troy Special Investigations Unit said they had conducted sufficient surveillance to identify him as a suspect in several burglaries that took place between Oct. 4 and Oct. 25, including the burglary Oct. 25.

He was charged in 52-4 District Court and was issued a $200,000 bond. He had not been assigned or retained an attorney prior to publication.

Police Department responded to a sporting goods store in the 2100 block of South Telegraph Road for a retail fraud at 6:55 p.m. Nov. 9. According to reports, several young males stole various items, including mouthguards, backpacks and face shields from the store.

Witnesses saw the males flee in a silver Dodge Durango.

Officers quickly located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. They recovered the stolen merchandise and placed all three of the juvenile occupants into custody. The three were brought back to the station, where they were picked up by their mothers. The case was sent to the Oakland County Juvenile Court for review.

Gun pointed at driver during road rage incident

Bike, money taken during break-in

NOVI — According to a police report, at 6:42 p.m.

Nov. 6, a driver aimed a gun at a man following a fit of road rage near the intersection of Nine Mile and Novi roads.

The man told police that he exited his subdivision onto eastbound Nine Mile Road. He said that at the time he merged, there were no vehicles in the vicinity, according to the report. However, shortly after he pulled out onto Nine Mile, a black midsize Cadillac SUV with tinted windows sped up to the rear of his vehicle. The driver then repeatedly honked the horn at him.

The man who had pulled out of his subdivision said that as he approached the light at Novi Road, he held his hand out of the driver’s side window to ask the driver behind him what the issue was. The other driver then got into the right turn lane, while he remained in the through lane. The Cadillac pulled ahead of him, the front driver’s side window rolled down, and the male driver in his 20s or 30s pointed a dark-colored pistol at him before turning and speeding off onto southbound Novi Road. The man told police that he was fearful that he would be shot and ducked down for cover.

He stated that he could not get a great look at the driver and did not know the model or license plate of the Cadillac. He indicated that he only wanted the incident documented.

Vehicle damaged by kick

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, someone damaged a 2015 Ford by kicking it while it was parked in the 32000 block of Concord Drive around 5 p.m. Nov. 7.

The suspect is known to the victim, a 53-year-old resident of Indiana.

An investigation was ongoing.

Juveniles caught stealing from sporting goods store

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 9:10 a.m. and 4:34 p.m. Nov. 5, an unknown person forced entry through the side door of a home in the 2100 block of East Fourth Street and stole a bicycle and money.

Suspect shatters window

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 6:20 p.m. Nov. 2, a known suspect approached his home in the 2000 block of West 14 Mile Road and pounded on his living room window until it shattered. The suspect then fled the area.

Suspect damages vehicle

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 2:40 p.m. Nov. 5, a known suspect attacked his car with a club, shattering the rear window and denting the roof in the 4300 block of Judson Avenue, which is near 13 Mile and Greenfield roads.

Man arrested for distribution of cocaine

ROCHESTER HILLS — Narcotics Enforcement Team detectives executed a search warrant in the 3000 block of Emmons stemming from an ongoing investigation involving the sale of cocaine at 3:20 p.m. Oct. 12. This was in conjunction with the arrest of the suspect, a 37-year-old man from Pontiac, and simultaneous search warrants in Detroit and Pontiac. Deputies arrested the suspect for distribution of cocaine. He was lodged at the Oakland County Jail.

Drunken man arrested for disorderly conduct at hotel

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to a hotel in the 3500 block of Marketplace Circle on the report of a 50-year-old man from Pontiac who was intoxicated in the lobby and yelling obscenities at 7:13 p.m. Oct. 14.

The front desk employee had to close the desk

out of fear that the subject would jump over the front counter.

Deputies tried to convince the man to go back to his room. However, he refused and continued to be disorderly. The man was arrested and lodged at Oakland County Jail for disorderly conduct. A preliminary breath test was given with results of a 0.238% blood alcohol content.

Mail carrier kisses office employee without consent

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to a private office in Rochester Hills on a report that a mail carrier had kissed one of the office employees without her permission at 11:22 a.m. Oct. 17.

The victim and a witness both stated the mail carrier, a 63-year-old man, went in and asked them to play a game. He had $1 in one hand and their mail in another hand. He asked one of them to close their eyes and guess. He then asked her to touch her mouth. He then asked if she was ready, and he kissed her on the lips. He gave her the $1 and then left the building. A short time later he came back with three ice creams, and left again. The victim made a report and contacted the postal inspector. The mail carrier admitted to kissing the victim. The victim requested the mail carrier not to return to the business and declined to press formal charges.

Police looking for man passing bogus ‘motion picture’ money

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to a grocery store in the 1100 block of South Rochester Road for a report of a person passing “motion picture” fake U.S. currency at 12:06 p.m. Nov. 24. The same person — a man in his late 20s — reportedly did this twice, once Oct. 15 and again Oct. 24.

The person purchased less than $6 in product and gave the clerk a $50 fake bill. The manager provided video of the suspect. The case was turned over to detectives for further investigation.

Armed robbery reported

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a grocery store in the 2500 block of South Adams on a report of a robbery at 2:04 p.m. Oct. 24.

The victim was selling a cellphone via Facebook Marketplace and met the buyer for the exchange. The buyer produced a pistol, took the phone, and fled the area in a black Honda bearing the Michigan plate “4PCJ87.”

Deputies located the vehicle southbound on Crooks Road. Units from the Troy Police Department located and stopped the buyer at 14 Mile and I-75 and the suspect was taken into custody without incident.