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Shelby and Utica put part of water and sewer payments in escrow until state settles debt dispute The event venue going in at Jeanne M. Stine Park in Troy will have a performing arts stage, pictured in concept art, thanks to a $100,000 contribution from the Troy Community Foundation.

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Local students in the Career Accelerator Program can get a “pre-internship” to give them on-the-job experience.

Event to raise money, New program teams up students with localPoint businesses awareness for Turning Troy Community Foundation

BYsexual BRENDAN LOSINSKI domestic and violence through comprehensive blosinski@candgnews.com kdemske@candgnews.com services and resources. The agency provides emergency, support and prevention services for survivors of School and District is teaming with the business MOUNT CLEMENS — Taking steps The thisTroydomestic sexual violence, up including anlocal emergencommunity students with on-the-job experience in a variety month to highlight awareness of sexual assault, Turn- tocyprovide shelter, individual and group counseling, advocacy, arts stage that was planned to be part of the venue of fields. ing Point Macomb is hosting its sixth annual fund- a personal protection order assistance program, and a had been scrapped. Now, the Troy Community Founas the Career Acceleratorprogram.

Program, this new initiative raiser, Stepping Out With the Stars, April 29. Known forensic nurse examiners dation is providing the city with $100,000 so it can gives businesses the part-time assistance of students over a six- to eightTurning Point strives to empower survivors of See TURNING on page 18A continue to move forward. week period, exposing those students to a variety of real-world experi“We’d had to cut the pavilion from our plans ences. for financial reasons,” explained Troy Department of “This year, we in the Troy School District reinvested in our busiTurning Point President and CEO Sharman Davenport stands the businesses 2021 eventworking with Stepping Public Works Director Kurt Bovensiep.

“The project ness roundtable, whichatare with Out the school diswith the Stars emcee Evrod Cassimy, of WDIV-TV. was over budget (by $350,000), so when the engineers trict,” said Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Christine Photo courtesy of Turning Point gave us their cost projections, we had to value-out DiPilato.

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A portion of the upcoming Troy skating ribbon and event venue at Jeanne M. Stine Park will move forward thanks to a significant contribution from the Troy Community Foundation.

The ribbon — an ice skating track, rather than a rink — and venue are slated to open later this year, but the project went over budget, so the performing

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‘IT FEELS LIKE WE’RE PUTTING DUCT TAPE ON A SINKING SHIP’ Library HVAC work sparks discussion on possibility of new library

BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

A section of the Troy Public Library will need to shut down for approximately six weeks to facilitate repairs and cleaning to its heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. However, some residents are displeased that such work has to take place.

The work is focused on removing mold and an influx of moisture in the system.

“In late last fall, we discovered that water had come into our heating and cooling system and had gotten some of the installation wet, and mold had begun growing,” explained Phillip Kwik, the assistant director of the Troy Public Library. “We tested it, found out the extent of it and came up with a remediation plan. The good news is that there is nothing that is harmful to people, but some areas do have some smells sometimes. Nonetheless, it needs to be See LIBRARY on page 15A

Colts catapult to top of OAA White thanks to 14-game winning streak

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They’re one of the hottest teams in Michigan high school boys basketball right now, and nobody has shown any signs of stopping them.

Currently ranked No. 33 in the state according to The D Zone and riding a 14-game win streak, Troy High School is in full control of the Oakland Activities Association White league with a perfect 9-0 record.

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Athens student bowls perfect game

A Troy Athens High School junior is being lauded for bowling a perfect game and scoring 300.

Noah Rourk, of the Athens bowling team, rolled 12 consecutive strikes in a match Jan. 25 against West Bloomfield High School. The match was played at Wonderland Lanes in Commerce Township.

“With each shot I told myself to stay relaxed and knew I had to be consistent with each ball I threw,” Rourk said in an email. “It felt amazing. It Rourk took a few minutes to sink in, I was so excited and couldn’t believe it happened.”

Local church to host seminar on grief

Grief counselor and speaker Cheryl Spaulding will present a grief seminar and Q&A 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, March 9, at St. Augustine Lutheran Church, 5475 Livernois Road in Troy.

Spaulding is the co-director of Morning Star Ministries and has more than 40 years of professional counseling experience. She will speak about the path of healing as it relates to grief, what is involved in grief work, what practices can hinder healing, and which practices can facilitate healing.

“There are many things that can cause grief, and most of us suffer with it at one point in our lives,” said Pastor Paul Monson of SALT Church.

“We need tools and resources to help us get through these periods.

That’s what people will learn about at this seminar. We encourage and invite anyone who is or has suffered grief or knows someone that is going through grief to attend this event. The Bible teaches us to mourn with those who mourn, and that includes those going through grief. This is another in an ongoing series of seminars to help the community.”

Only 60 spots are available, and reservations for this event are strongly encouraged by calling (248) 879-6400. Walk-ins are available if any spots remain. There is no cost to attend, and coffee, tea and a light snack will be provided.

For more information and reservations, call (248) 879-6400.

Troy Historic Village to offer presentations on indigenous culture and history

The Troy Historical Society will host two special presentations on In-

digenous culture and history at the Troy Historic Village, at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, and 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17. Both talks will be led by Nathan Wright, an Indigenous herbalist and member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

A descendant of medicine people on both of his parents’ sides, Wright will share how Indigenous peoples in Michigan have used trees and plants for medicine, shelter, food and transportation, both historically and today. He will give program attendees a better understanding of the first peoples of this land and discuss the Land Back movement.

“We’re excited for Nathan to give these presentations at the village,” Troy Historic Village Adult Programs Director Stephanie Arwady said in a press release. “Nathan was here last year as one of our Indigenous Voices presenters. That program was limited to fifth graders in Troy Schools, but the feedback we got was that older students and adults were very interested in learning Indigenous history, too. These talks in February are designed for and open to the general public.”

The Troy Historic Village will offer Wright’s presentations free as part of its Great Michigan Read programming, but space is limited. Participants are asked to register in advance at www.troyhistoricvillage.org/ programs/great-michigan-read or by calling (248) 524-3570.

Troy student earns scholarship

A Troy student was recently named one of 15 recipients nationally of a 2024 Cameron Impact Scholarship.

Honorees are selected based on their efforts toward making a positive impact in their community and world. The fouryear scholarship covers full tuition and educational expenses at the college of students’ choosing, and allows them to major in any field of their choice.

Kush Parikh, a senior at Troy High School, was selected from out of 3,000 applicants.

A Cameron Impact Scholar must demonstrate a positive engagement in community service, exhibit Parikh strong leadership qualities, be active in extracurricular activities, and show strength in academics. Those identified as Cameron Impact Scholars must show the ability to make real, tangible contributions to their families, friends and the greater society using their own individual gifts and talents.

“This next generation of leaders is incredibly inspiring,” Scholarship Executive Director Amie Lucas said in a press release. “The energy and

determination that these students bring to their passions and projects year-over-year never ceases to amaze us. While each scholar has a unique skill set, focus, and future goal, their common motivation is to make the world a better place. With the world facing new challenges every day, the Cameron Impact Scholars continue to inspire other changemakers and everyone at our organization to focus on productive solutions and collaboration. The 2024 cohort represents such an exciting addition to our community, and we are eager to see what lies ahead of them. We are honored to support them in this next stage of their education.”

Troy man recovering after heart attack during Belle Isle race

A 66-year-old Troy man is recovering after a heart attack he suffered while taking part in the 54th annual Belle Isle New Year’s Eve Run/Walk.

About 2.5 miles into the 3.1-mile run/walk, David Gallagher had a heart attack due to blockages in two of his coronary vessels. Surrounded by other runners, he fell face-first into the concrete, breaking his nose and lying on the pavement unconscious. His heart stopped.

The person he now calls his hero, 26-year-old Kate Lloyd, of Dearborn Heights, was right behind him. A nurse at the Michigan Department of Corrections, Lloyd immediately began hands-only CPR — which doctors credit for saving Gallagher’s life.

“I’m humbled by everyone’s help,” Gallagher said in a press release.

“I say this to people all the time: Everybody was doing for me what I couldn’t do for myself, whether it was their job or not. I was helpless, and they saved my life. I feel very lucky, very fortunate. I feel very blessed.”

Lloyd, a seasoned runner who was doing the Belle Isle race for the first time, said there was no question about jumping in to perform handsonly CPR. She said she’d done it several times in her job in the emergency center at the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility in Ypsilanti. She said she and two other women runners rotated performing CPR for David until the Detroit EMS squad arrived.

“It’s scary, but I think we just need to remember we need to help each other out,” Lloyd said in a press release. “It doesn’t matter who they are: they are a father, grandfather, nephew, good friend to someone. It’s really important to do it; do it for the greater good. Do it for that person to get another chance.”

David, whose two black eyes were still healing, said that he intends to continue his post-surgery rehab and potentially run or walk the race in 2024.

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Legendary Detroit running back Billy Sims talks Lions, ’83 playoff loss to 49ers

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METRO DETROIT — Between the Jahmyr Gibbs fumble, Josh Reynolds drops, or the Brandon Aiyuk catch off Kindle Vildor’s face mask, there seemed to be many moments during the NFC championship game Jan. 28 where the palms of Detroit Lions’ fans met their foreheads in disbelief.

For legendary Lions running back Billy Sims, who led the Lions to a division championship in 1983 for the first time since 1957, it was another ever-so-close effort of knocking off the San Francisco 49ers in the National Football League playoffs that ended in heartbreak.

“I still see that ball floating, but the wind,” Sims said, reminiscing on the Lions’ 24-23 loss to the 49ers in the 1983 divisional round. “We would’ve beat them if it wasn’t for the wind pushing that ball. Eddie (Murray) was a great kicker. So great, he kicked for the (Dallas) Cowboys and got them a Super Bowl ring. In my next life, I’m coming back as a kicker.”

Sims ran for 114 and two touchdowns on 20 carries in the playoff loss, but 20 carries back then was nothing.

Some Lions fans remember the ’83 playoff loss based on a disappointment with the lack of attempts Sims had in the first half, especially with Lions quarterback Gary Danielson throwing five picks in the game, and Sims himself said he had some choice words with Lions head coach Monte Clark at the half.

“I got pissed off,” Sims said. “Not at Gary (Danielson), but at the fact that we weren’t running the ball. At halftime, I think we were down 14-9, and I’m going in at halftime kicking trash cans around and throwing things because we ain’t running the damn ball. I’m telling coach Monte Clark, bless his heart, I said, ‘Coach, we gotta do what got us here.’ He said, ‘Yeah, I know. We’re gonna switch over.’”

Sims, a three-time Pro Bowler in his five seasons (1980-1984) for the Lions, was back in the Detroit area Feb. 3 for a meet-and-greet event at his restaurant, Billy Sims Barbecue, in Troy.

Lions fans packed the outside of the restaurant over an hour before the start of the event on Feb. 3, waiting patiently to see their childhood icon and have various jerseys, footballs, photos, and bobbleheads signed.

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Troy Chamber, Walsh College launch partnership for discounts on courses

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Citing economic challenges and the quest for talent retention, Walsh College and the Troy Chamber of Commerce have joined forces to launch what they are calling the Preferred Education Partnership, a program aimed at supporting businesses and nurturing and retaining talent within Michigan, they said.

The partnership is offering 5%-15% discounts on undergraduate and graduate courses, professional development, and continuing education at Walsh College for Troy Chamber members, their employees — and in many cases — their families.

“Any Troy Chamber member and all of their employees can qualify for these discounts,” said Troy Chamber President and CEO Tara Tomcsik-Husak. “In addition, if they want to extend that discount to employees’ immediate family members, they can do so for a small fee.

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some of the amenities, including the stage.”

Troy’s budget for the pavilion, ice skating ribbon, landscaping, construction management, and contingency was $10 million.

Bovensiep added that the Troy Community Foundation has been involved in the skating ribbon and venue project since its conception.

“The Troy Community Foundation has offered a donation of $100,000 for an outdoor performing arts stage,” said Bovensiep.

“The Troy Community Foundation was really a catalyst in developing the Jeanne M. Stine Community Park. It was their idea to have a large community space, so when they found out we had to cut the performing arts stage from the project, they wanted to ensure this part of the project went through. They raised a lot of money after several successful years at their annual Troy Daze Festival, so they had a lot of funds available for a project like this.”

Olivia V. McLaughlin, the executive director of the Troy Community Foundation, said the organization members were thrilled to keep this aspect of the project alive.

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the community we serve in Troy. The performing arts stage will be a social fixture everyone can enjoy for many years to come,” she said. “It adds on to the ice ribbon project, so it’s an exciting time for what is being built there. The board thought we could make this gift, and we are excited to partner with the city on it.”

The city of Troy also will contribute financially to the performing arts stage.

“When the city does large projects, it’s pretty impossible to guess the exact cost of the project. The City Council approves a contingency amount for unseen changes or adjustments. The amount that was available to the project wasn’t enough to cover the performing arts stage on our own,” said Bovensiep. “The city of Troy is now making a contribution to the stage, adding to the $100,000 from the Troy Community Foundation. The city will contribute an additional $250,000 from its contingency funds.”

The Troy Community Foundation regularly puts the funds it raises back into the Troy community, but rarely in such a large amount all at once.

“We make money through Troy Family Daze with the hope of investing it,” said McLaughlin. “We give out annual community grants for local causes in the spring and fall. This is over and above that. We have

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The performing arts stage at the upcoming event venue in Jeanne M. Stine Park, pictured, will move forward after a $100,000 grant from the Troy Community Foundation. been able to save our funds, so we could in- time for summer — and perhaps even spring vest in something this way.”

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McLaughlin said that this larger do“The whole intent of the project was nation was possible thanks to increased at- to have a four-season project. We hoped tendance at recent years’ Troy Family Daze to open the ice skating ribbon this events in the summer — its largest source of winter, but due to some complications, it fundraising. won’t be open this season, but because it “We had some good years at Troy Daze is a four-season facility, we still think the last few events,” McLaughlin said. “One people will be able to enjoy it for spring, thing we know is that the landscape of giving summer and fall, and then enjoy the ice is changing. We are looking for local spon- skating rink when it gets cold next sors for Troy Daze, for instance. That would November,” said Bovensiep. “I’m excited allow us to divert even more money back that this will contribute to the idea of creating a central park in Troy and keepinto the community.”

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“We’ve been able to offer an incentive for chamber members, and they get 5% off of undergraduate classes, 15% off of graduate classes and 15% off of doctoral classes,” said Siegle.

“Any professional development at the graduate level also gets 15% off. Additionally, they get a discount on rental spaces.”

The partnership was announced in 2023, when the chamber moved its offices onto Walsh’s Troy campus.

“It was synergistic with the relocation of the chamber’s offices to Walsh’s campus.

We see the best of both worlds with business and education. Walsh has been in business for more than 100 years. Our founder worked with Thomas Edison,” said Siegle. “We wanted to further our investment in the community so business owners, their employers and their families could get what they need.”

Siegle said that while some are doubting the cost-benefit value of college degrees in the modern workforce, she said that the evidence is in favor of college education.

“Despite the continual questions we see swirling around about the value of degrees in articles like the ones published by USA Today

and Forbes Magazine, data and evidence shows greater health, wealth and overall life satisfaction as they move through the education process,” she said.

Siegle cited The Education Data Initiative, which states that the return on investment of a bachelor’s degree over a 20-year period has been 38.1%, with a lifetime ROI of 287.7%, adding that studies have also shown students gain in nonpecuniary ways, including enhanced quality of life, a deeper sense of purpose, exposure to diverse populations and developing lifelong friendships.

Walsh College stated its data shows that the most cost-efficient degrees are in computer and information sciences, with a lifetime ROI of 716.6%, while business finance has an ROI of 710.2%, business accounting has an ROI of 547.2%, and electrical engineering has an ROI of 517.8%.

Tomcsik-Husak stressed the difference this partnership could make for chamber members and their families.

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students to the world of work. In the Career Accelerator Program, juniors and seniors apply to take part. We selected approximately 30 students from our four high schools, and they are placed in a pre-internship program. In it, they learn about professional work etiquette, how to behave on the job, how to present yourself, how to be a helpful employee, how to ask for help, how to communicate with an employer and so forth.”

These “pre-internships” are supported by foundational lessons that help students assess career paths and learn important skills, such as applying for jobs and job etiquette.

“We want our students to be successful internship candidates,” said DiPilato. “We want them to know how to support the organization they are matched with. During sessions, industry partners come in and speak with our students. They learn about different facets of various professions.”

The Troy School District is looking for additional businesses to join and host students. To learn more, they can reach out to district representative Kendra Montante by emailing kmontante@troy.k12.mi.us or calling (248) 9890875.

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The program starts with “Match Day,” on Wednesday, Feb. 28, when students announce which businesses they will work with.

“This is where they find out who they are matched with,” said DiPilato. “Our industry partners provide a preinternship program for one to six students. Students agree to giving a minimum of 20 hours of experience outside of the school day between February and March. Our hope is that some of our students find great partnerships and this turns into great internships. We also hope they learn what would be a good career fit or that they see if something might not be something they want to explore more.”

Signarama and National Branding in Troy is among the businesses that will host students during this inaugural year of the program. Its CEO and president, Bob Chapa, said he was excited to find this new way to support the district.

“We’re not sure how many students will be coming in. We’re expecting four to six students. Depending on the students, it’s a six- to eight-week program, with the option of a summer internship program afterward as well,” he said.

“I am involved in the community and the schools. We’ve supported a lot of schools through signage. I was asked to participate when there wasn’t a clear idea of where it would go, and it was very exciting to see how this program grew.”

The goal is to let students see what careers and skills would be a good fit for them — as well as which might not.

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ing a video response to some questions,” said DiPilato. “We want to bring together a diverse group of students representing a variety of interests. We have students interested in construction, computer and graphic design, engineering, health care, sales, real estate, human resources, and more.”

“Our core business is graphic design, and production design and branding,” added Chapa. “They will learn about business management, graphic design, sales, manufacturing and the business side. I am particularly interested in the business aspect, since it can help them no matter what career path they choose.”

Chapa said he thinks exposing students to career opportunities in this way will make a huge impact on them.

“When I first started at Signarama, I was in college. I was studying to be an architect. I had the opportunity to be the first graphic designer to be hired. I embraced the manufacturing aspect of business, and it was a great fit,” he said.

“For students, there’s a lot of confusion about their possible career paths. I am glad to help them find a path and jump in and help kids.”

DiPilato called this new initiative something exciting for the district.

“This is something new this year,” she said. “We want to expose our students to the real world and ensure they know how to apply the lessons they learn in the classroom to the real world. We want them to be critical thinkers and risktakers.”

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The Colts (14-1) came out opening night and suffered a 69-63 overtime loss to Berkley High School Dec. 1 to start their regular season campaign, and from night one it’s been a collection of wins across the board.

“I think they thought they were a little better than they were at that time, and to have Berkley come in and beat us in overtime, and it was a good Berkley team and a well-coached team, but we made 23 turnovers that night,” Troy coach Gary Fralick said. “You can’t do that against Berkley.”

Fralick’s guys took the Berkley loss personally, and it’s been a mission ever since to make sure they’re never as flat-footed on the court as they were against Berkley.

While Troy has taken care of business in the league, the strength of their out-of-conference schedule shows a battle-tested team that is more than prepared for the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 State Tournament.

The Colts have bested a plethora of ranked teams with wins over Detroit Edison (No. 66), Clarkston (No. 63), Pontiac Notre Dame Prep (No. 51), and Birmingham

Groves (No. 59).

A district champion last season, Troy pulled the short straw in the regional semifinals facing North Farmington, which ended the season ranked No. 6, but senior captain Chase Kuiper said the team knows they didn’t give their best effort.

“A lot of people probably see that North Farmington is one of the best teams in the state and see that we lost by six and say that we put up a good fight,” Kuiper said. “We knew after that game that it wasn’t our best effort. If we played to our maximum ability, we could’ve come out with the win.”

With a schedule like theirs, effort shouldn’t be a question when the state tournament rolls around, and there’s been plenty of effort given on the offensive side of the court.

Averaging 68.2 points per game, Troy’s +231-point differential showcases an explosive offense led by Kuiper, a four-year varsity player; senior guard/forward Jon Whiteside; and junior guard Mason Parker, an all-State honorable mention last season.

“All three of them are explosive, can get to the basket and score, and all three of them can shoot the three-pointer, so they’re hard to guard,” Fralick said. “They also play pretty solid defense and rebound pretty well.

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any coach wants to see in his players.”

Kuiper is a matchup nightmare at 6-foot-6, with his ability to beat players behind the arc and in the paint, while Whiteside and Parker can score at will with their athleticism.

The trio have been inseparable as not only close friends, but training partners in the offseason, getting shots up every weekend together.

With Kuiper and Whiteside set to graduate, Kuiper said they’re focused on ending the season on the right note.

“It’s my last year playing with Jon (Whiteside) and Mason (Parker), who are my two best friends even outside the basketball court,” Kuiper said. “We can get through the whole season together and accomplish what we want to accomplish if we put our minds to it.”

Junior guard Andrew Lake, who didn’t see a ton of varsity minutes last season, has come into his own in the starting five with his ability to facilitate the offense.

Lake has shown that he can score double digits when needed, but his impact as the floor general has helped the Colts’ offense flow.

“He’s really developed into an outstanding point guard and really gets the ball to the right people at the right time,” Fralick

said. “He minimizes his turnovers and plays good, solid defense. We’re very happy with his development.”

Other key contributors for Troy have been senior Bryce Bauman, junior Leo Penoza and sophomore Jack Sobotka.

Penoza and Sobotka are efficient in what everyone on the Colts seems to specialize in — the three-point ball.

But it goes far beyond the starters and role players. Kuiper said every player on the roster plays an important role in the team’s success.

“A lot of people don’t see the juniors and sophomores who don’t get much playing time and how they really help us in practice and make us compete better,” Kuiper said.

“They’re what’s helping us win so much and be successful so far.”

Graduating seven seniors last year, there was a weight put on Troy’s veteran leaders to fill the leadership void the seniors left behind.

Fralick said the work ethic from his 2023 class was what really stood out, and he believes his guys saw every minute of it and took it all in.

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Most of the library’s services and resources will remain in operation, since the work will mainly take place in either the basement or staff areas.

“The work will cost roughly $250,000,” said Kwik. “About $50,000 will be used to heat the area, since the heating and cooling unit will need to be shut down for the duration of the work, which will be about six weeks. It affects the south wing of the building, which is the original part of the building from 1971. It affects the youth department and some of the staff offices in the back of the building.”

Kwik said the exact timeline of when

the work will begin has yet to be determined.

“We don’t know the starting time of the project. We expect it to be sometime in March or April. We want it done by the summer, which is our busy time with our summer programs and reading clubs and kids are out of school. With supply delays, we can’t yet give an exact timeline, but we hope to have it done in the next three months. We will announce it on social media and so forth when we figure it all out.”

The point of contention in regard to the project comes from it necessitating the temporary closure of the Friends of the Troy Public Library Book Shop, a space of about 1,200 square feet, plus another 1,000 square feet of sorting and storage.

“Other than the temperature issue, most of the work will not be seen by the public. It will take place in the basement,”

semble and relocate all of our shelving. Once the repairs are completed, we will then have to reverse the process. Consequently, we will have to close our shop two weeks prior to the repairs and two weeks after the repairs — a loss of another $4,000 in revenue.”

Other speakers at the meeting noted that the closure of the Friends’ Book Shop will also mean that donations of books to seniors will be suspended until the work is completed and that the volunteer service hours that are required by many students in the community will not be available.

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said Kwik. “Unfortunately, the Friends bookshop is also in the basement, which also means they will also need to shut down. It will, unfortunately, mean a loss of perhaps $10,000 in sales.”

Charles Church is one of the Friends of the Troy Public Library who spoke at the Troy City Council meeting Jan. 29, expressing concerns about how the work will negatively affect the efforts of the Friends’ mission of supporting the library.

“The HVAC repair is estimated to be closed for six weeks. During that time, our bookshop will have to be closed. This sixweek closure will equate to at least a $6,000 loss in revenue,” said Church. “Other factors will also negatively affect our revenue as a result of the repair. One, to make room for the repairs, we will need to box and relocate all of our inventory. We also have to disas-

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herished memories come from receiving a yearbook on the last day of school and having friends and teachers sign it with personalized messages. Not only are they personal keepsakes of time spent in school, but they can also act as historical records for decades to come.

Many local libraries and museums have taken the initiative to create online databases of their communities’ digital yearbooks.

Birmingham

Birmingham’s historical yearbook collection is now available online through the Birmingham Museum. Birmingham residents and history buffs can access the 1919-1929 issues for free.

“People have been waiting to get a peek at our oldest yearbooks. They shed a light on what it was like to live in Birmingham in the early 20th century, and the world of teenagers back then,” Birmingham Museum Director Leslie Pielack said in an email. “Flipping through our historic yearbook collection is a delightful

glimpse of the young people, their educators, and their hopes and dreams. Especially at this time of year, many of us are reminded of the importance of family and our personal roots.”

The museum’s school yearbook collection has been acquired over the last 50 years, including the first yearbook printed by Birmingham High School, in 1919.

Through yearbooks, valuable information can be gathered by experts, including genealogists and local historians, as well as families conducting research of their own.

“It gives a really good window into how life was back then,” Museum Assistant Justin Koch said. “One thing that I really find fascinating when I was flipping through these was 100 years ago, society was very different than it is today, but at the end of the day, teenagers are kind of the same as they were back then.”

To make it easier on people looking for specific family members, the yearbook collection is searchable. Someone could type in their families name and be brought to the page where that name is listed.

The museum’s collection is only missing a few issues from the early 20th century to the See YEARBOOKS on page 19A

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1980s. Koch said he hopes that at some point they will be able to acquire the editions they are missing from the collection.

Rochester Hills

The Rochester Hills Public Library has a digital collection of resources for the community to browse through.

“It gives us a snapshot of the history of our community,” said Hilary Maurin, the adult services librarian at Rochester Hills Public Library.

“Our community, specifically, has always been very focused on education. So, especially those older yearbooks going back to the 1920s, it is so great to see the legacy of 100 years now that’s been going on with Rochester High School.”

Maurin added that the digital versions make it easier to keep copies safe. They have had some celebrities come through the school system, so digital copies keep these photos preserved. For example, Madonna is featured in one of the yearbooks from her time in Rochester Hills, but it is no longer available because someone cut her photo out of the physical edition.

Royal Oak

The Royal Oak Public Library has a digi-

tal library of historical Kimball High School Lancer yearbooks from 1958-2006. With each vibrant cover on display, the books are easy to navigate and are full-text searchable. Yearbooks can also be downloaded for offline access.

Susan Sheiner, the adult services librarian at the Royal Oak Public Library, said she has often found people looking for old classmates in these yearbooks, as well as relatives, to see what life was like when they graduated from high school.

“I think it’s a way for people to connect with parts of their family history and do research on various historical moments,” Sheiner said.

Northville

Northville District Library has a large collection of yearbooks available online in a searchable format. They have historic yearbooks available for both high school and middle school.

Laura Mancini, the director of the Northville District Library, said these yearbooks are a great way to see what the city and the people living in the city were like during specific moments in time.

“Northville is a town that, you know, has a lot of local history to it. It’s a historic town, and people are very proud of their history and very interested in it. So we do have folks that regularly research Northville history, and we want to be a resource for them,” Mancini said.

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Apartment storage unit robbed

A resident in the 1400 block of Kirts Boulevard reported that sometime between Dec. 22 and Jan. 16, an unknown suspect stole her mountain bike, speaker, purse and miscellaneous clothing items from her apartment’s basement storage locker. Police are investigating.

Troy woman shares banking info in Bank of America scam

A Troy woman reported to police that she was scammed after receiving an email from someone claiming to be from Bank of America stating that her account had been compromised.

She reported the incident Jan. 12, telling police she had called a number provided in the email and spoken with someone claiming to work for the bank. The woman provided her banking information and was told she needed to obtain a cashier’s check from her bank and to deposit it into an account at Chase. After doing so, the victim told police; she realized it was a scam.

Troy man sold stolen phone

A man told police Jan. 12 that he had arranged to meet someone he had met on Facebook Marketplace in front of a local police station to purchase an iPhone. The man said the sale was completed, and the phone worked for one week before it stopped functioning. When he took the phone to an Apple Store, he was informed that it had been locked by AT&T because it had been reported stolen.

Rash of vehicle display, navigation unit thefts reported

There have been several recent reports of vehicles being broken into and having their center display units or in-dash navigation units stolen by an unknown suspect or suspects in Troy.

The first incident took place between 9 p.m. Jan. 16 and 8 a.m. Jan. 17 at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 850 Tower Drive. The victim reported that an unknown suspect broke the rear passenger window of his 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 and stole the center display screen.

The next incident took place between 8:55 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Jan. 18 at 840 W. Long Lake Road. The rear driver-side window of the victim’s 2020 Dodge Ram was smashed, and the in-dash navigation system was stolen.

The third incident took place between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Jan. 18 at 5455 Corporate Drive. The rear passenger window of a 2020 Dodge Ram was smashed, and the in-dash navigation system was stolen.

The final reported incident took place between 9:07 a.m. and 11:15 p.m. Jan. 18.

The in-dash navigation system was stolen from the victim’s 2020 Dodge Ram.

Impala stolen

Woman suspected of property damage while driving drunk

Charges are pending for a 51-year-old Troy woman who police say was responsible for causing property damage while driving drunk.

Officers were dispatched to the area of Stephenson Highway and Maple Road at 1:48 a.m. Jan. 21. Upon arrival, officers found a 2019 Buick Encore in the median of Stephenson Highway, stuck in the snow. They approached the driver, the 51-year-old Troy woman, and immediately smelled a strong odor of intoxicants coming from within the vehicle. She was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which she performed poorly. She refused to submit to a preliminary breath test.

The driver was arrested and a warrant for a blood draw was obtained. Charges are expected pending the test results.

Stolen vehicle recovered, drug charges issued

A 36-year-old Sterling Heights man was arrested and charged with possessing/receiv-

ing a stolen vehicle, heroin possession and crack possession.

Troy officers were notified of a stolen vehicle in the area of Crooks Road and the Interstate 75 off-ramp at 1:31 p.m. Jan. 22.

The vehicle, a 2016 Toyota Corolla that had been reported stolen in Sterling Heights, was located in the parking lot of 880 W. Long Lake Road. Officers boxed in the vehicle, and the single occupant in the driver’s seat was taken into custody without incident.

Officers located four bundles of suspected heroin, two suspected crack rocks, and narcotics paraphernalia inside the vehicle.

Mail stolen

Officers responded to the 1800 block of Sunburst Drive at 1 p.m. Jan. 27 for a larceny report from a resident stating her mail was stolen from her mailbox.

Officers spoke to the victim, who stated that a package and mail were stolen from her mailbox overnight. She found various mail on the ground outside her house that belonged to nearby residents. Officers spoke with multiple residents in the area who also reported they were missing mail or packages from their mailboxes.

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standing the shoes the underclassmen are in.

“I remember my sophomore year I was a small, 6-foot kid,” Whiteside said. “I was maybe 150 pounds, and I was struggling in practice. The older guys would help me, and it’s cool I get to do that for the young guys now.”

Troy currently holds a two-game lead over hometown rival Troy Athens for the top spot in the OAA White, and the two teams are slated to face twice before the end of the season.

Between their leadership, athleticism and supporting cast, there’s a lot to love about where Troy basketball is at right now heading into the state tournament.

The offense is there, but Fralick said he’s hoping to shore up the defense before the end

between 9 p.m. Jan. 19 and 2:40 p.m. Jan. 20. The suspect gained entry to the premises by prying open the back door and stole electronics, jewelry, cash and other valuables.

Photo by Erin Sanchez

Troy seniors Jon Whiteside, left, and Chase Kuiper work together on defense to get the ball from a Harper Woods player. of the regular season in efforts to earn the senior group its first regional championship, and maybe even give the 2016 team’s 21-game season a run for its money.

“Our defense is improving,” Fralick said.

“We’re not really where we want to be at, but we’re getting better. It’s a process, and it’s a really long season.”

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thinking of a couple stores in Oklahoma because of the football name and all this,” Sims said. “In about 2006, we started franchising, and it just took off.”

Sims sat from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 3 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 4 signing autographs, taking pictures, speaking with fans, and hearing fans reminisce on his playing years, especially his karate kick against the Houston Oilers, “The following week, the NFL watched the film and fined me $500 for it, but it was worth it,” Sims said.

Something different than in years past, there was excitement from fans about Lions football in February, talking to Sims about the season and the recent loss in the NFC championship game, and more importantly, on the play calling and aggressiveness of Lions head coach Dan Campbell.

“The thing about it is that every play is a good play when it works,” Sims said. “Some of the fans are blaming the coach, but that’s the way he coaches. That’s what got them there. If a couple players didn’t drop the ball or this or that; it’s a lot of things. I think he’s done a great job since he’s been here. You know how we are as fans. We forget that part.”

But now Sims, a St. Louis Cardinals fan since he was a child, can direct his fandom to the approaching Major League Baseball season.

Sims, who wore No. 20 because of Cardinals outfielder Lou Brock, was a left-handed pitcher throughout his childhood when he grew up in St. Louis.

“I used to go to the baseball games because during those time periods, most Black kids played baseball,” Sims said. “We didn’t play football. When I moved to Texas, s---, everybody played football. I didn’t want to play because I thought it was a crazy game. Who would want to get the s--- beaten out of them and all that?”

Sims would relocate to Hooks, Texas, in eighth grade to live with his grandmother, not playing football until 10th grade as the thirdstring running back.

A couple injuries in the running back room and 7,738 rushing yards later, which was second in national high school football history at the time, Sims would receive the infamous halftime call from University of Oklahoma head coach Barry Switzer at the gas station Sims worked at, eventually joining Switzer at Oklahoma.

Before his Heisman season in 1978 and Heisman runner-up season in 1979, Sims quit football at Oklahoma due to an injury his sophomore season, but Switzer convinced him to stay.

It was a decision Sims couldn’t possibly regret after getting selected first overall in the 1980 NFL Draft, until he found out where he was headed.

“First round, first pick, sounds pretty good until they tell you where you’re going,” Sims said. “I said, ‘Detroit? They hadn’t won but one game.’”

But over his years wearing the Honolulu blue and silver, Sims was able to experience the passion and loyalty Lions fans have for their team, and continue to have.

That passion was even more evident when a running back now in his 40th year of retirement continues to draw a massive crowd from Lions fans, and Sims said he’s happy the fans were rewarded for their loyalty this season.

“It’s well overdue and a long time overdue,” Sims said. “Even when I got drafted and I came here, the state of Michigan, not just Detroit because we were at Pontiac, they were very, very loyal fans. They had been losing forever, but they always showed up for their team.”

Currently residing in Texas and staying busy as a grandfather to seven grandchildren, Sims said he hopes to make it back to Detroit for the upcoming NFL Draft, which is scheduled to take place in late April at Campus Martius Park in downtown Detroit.

With his grandchildren ranging in age from 4 to 18, it’s a good thing he learned how to do a “Ticky Tok” in the recent Nissan Heisman House commercial alongside Oklahoma State University Heisman Trophy winner Barry Sanders and University of South Carolina Heisman Trophy winner George Rogers.

“I have a lot of good fun with them,” Sims said. “Yeah, ‘Ticky Tok.’ A lot of people thought that was pretty good.”

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This is the largest discount that Walsh is giving to anyone. They are investing in the local business community.”

Tomcsik-Husak said they hope this partnership will mean more Walsh graduates looking for jobs in Troy, more chamber members remaining in Troy, and creating a more fertile environment for business growth in the Troy community.

“Ideally, what we are trying to do is help our companies attract and retain talent and also keep that talent local as well,” she said. “Say a company has employees who aren’t necessarily looking to further their education. They may be willing to stay at a local job here if that discount can be given to a child or spouse. It can also be a tool a business can put into people’s benefit packages to attract people to Troy businesses.”

and there’s always the risk they may not return after such a long shutdown. Based on how long it has taken us to recover from the COVID shutdown, it may take us six months to rebound from this situation.”

Many members of the Friends of the Troy Public Library, including Church, said that what the community really needs is a larger and more modern home for its library services.

“We fully understand that these repairs must happen for the safety and health of staff, volunteers and patrons,” he said. “We also know that repairs are being done as fast as possible, and we are thankful for the support of library administrators and staff. I must say that we are also frustrated by the increasing frequency of repairs. It feels like we’re putting duct tape on a sinking ship. I know you’re all working hard to make Troy a world-class city, but our library is limping along trying its best to serve our city with insufficient space and technological capacity.

TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BID NUMBER: #2324-15 New Smith M.S. - Foundation and Steel BP#3A

My dream is to see a new library building, one that has the space and accessibility that the 21st century demands.”

Library officials said that the decision about creating a new library building is a larger question that needs to come from voters and city leadership.

“The question of replacing the library building is a question for the community and City Council to decide,” said Kwik.

TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BID NUMBER: #2324-18 Smith Middle School Temporary Fencing The Board of Education of The Troy School District will receive sealed Bids on or before 2:00 p.m. on February 16th, 2024, for: Troy School District – Smith Middle School Temporary Fencing. The BOE will not consider or accept a Bid received after the Due Date, the date, and time specified for Bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on February 16th, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at 1140 Rankin Dr, Troy, Michigan 48083. The public bid opening may also be attended virtually by clicking on the following Microsoft Teams Live Event: http://tinyurl.com/4bvnt6fm.

Bid Documents will be available through building connected at the link below on February 1st, 2024 under the project name: Troy School District Smith Middle School Temporary Fencing.

A Pre-Bid meeting is scheduled for February 8th, 2024 at 12:00PM at Smith Middle School.

Sealed bids must be submitted electronically through Building Connected at https://rb.gy/6cvats on or before the Due Date.

Alternatively, sealed bids may be submitted to Carson, Robert of the School District, at 1140 Rankin Dr, Troy, MI 48083.

Each bid must be accompanied by: 1) A 5% bid bond or certified check; 2) A sworn and notarized criminal background affidavit; 3) A sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or any employee of the bidder and any member of the BOE or the Superintendent of School District; and 4) A sworn and notarized Iran Disclosure Statement. The BOE will not accept a bid that does not include these sworn and notarized disclosure statements.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call (248) 953-5682 or email Adam Lewis at Adam.Lewis@bartonmalow.com.

Published: Troy Times 02/08/2024

The Board of Education of The Troy School District will receive sealed Bids on or before 2:00 p.m. on February 15th, 2024, for: Troy School District – BP#3A – New Smith Middle School – Foundation and Steel. The BOE will not consider or accept a Bid received after the Due Date, the date, and time specified for Bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on February 15th, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. at 1140 Rankin St, Troy, Michigan 48083. The public bid opening may also be attended virtually by clicking on the following Microsoft Teams Live Event: http://tinyurl.com/57xnvtjs

Each bid must be accompanied by: 1) A 5% bid bond or certified check; 2) A sworn and notarized criminal background affidavit; 3) A sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or any employee of the bidder and any member of the BOE or the Superintendent of School District; and 4) A sworn and notarized Iran Disclosure Statement. The BOE will not accept a bid that does not include these sworn and notarized disclosure statements.

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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call (248) 953-5682 or email Adam Lewis at Adam.Lewis@bartonmalow.com.

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MARCH 11TH, 2024

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Be advised the City of Troy, 2024 Board of Review will be in session on the above dates and times in Conference Room C

The Board of Education of Troy School District will receive sealed Proposals for:

at Troy City Hall,

RFP NUMBER 2324-11 – WATTLES ELEMENARY SCHOOL 2024 SUMMER ABATEMENT Sealed proposals should be submitted through Buildingconnected.com with the following link: https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5cc9d7f637c1a90018cb55dc. No physical bids will be accepted in person or via delivery service. Bids are to be submitted no later than 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 22, 2024. The District will not consider or accept a bid received after the date and time specified for bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened immediately following the close of receiving bids with the following virtual meeting link: meet.google.com/vya-tfqh-bsc or phone number +1 252-665-6634 PIN 561172168. No oral, email, telephonic, or telegraphic proposals shall be considered.

500 W. Big Beaver – Troy, Michigan 48084 CONTACT THE ASSESSING DEPARTMENT AT (248) 524-3311 BY MARCH 14th, NO LATER THAN 12:00 PM, FOR AN APPOINTMENT. This notice is hereby posted as required by Section 4 of the Open Meetings Act (MCLA 15.261 et seq.).

Each Proposal must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or any employee of the contractor and any member of the Board of Education or the Superintendent of Troy School District. The Board of Education will not accept a Proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement.

Each Proposal must also be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement certifying that the contractor is not an Iran Linked Business. The Board of Education will not accept a Proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized statement.

Troy School District’s Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Proposals, either in whole or in part, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, or to award the contract to other than the contractor(s) submitting the best financial Proposal (low bidder), in its sole and absolute discretion.

_____________________________ Kelly Timm City Assessor NOTICE: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in this meeting should contact the City Clerk at (248) 524-3316 at least two working days in advance of the meeting. An attempt will be made to make reasonable accommodations.

POSTED:

January 25th, 2024

PUBLISHED:

January 25th, 2024 February 8th, 2024

Additional bid information can be found at www.troy.k12.mi.us/

February 22nd, 2024

TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT Published: Troy Times 02/08/2024

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CITY OF TROY THE 2024 BOARD OF REVIEW FOR THE CITY OF TROY WILL MEET AT THE CITY OFFICES CONFERENCE ROOM C 500 WEST BIG BEAVER ROAD ON:

Sealed bids must be submitted electronically through Building Connected at https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/55a1292ff1a96708004a19dc on or before the Due Date. Alternatively, sealed bids may be submitted to Carson, Robert of the School District, at 1140 Rankin St, Troy, MI 48083.

Published: Troy Times 02/08/2024

“The building is becoming less functional faster than we thought. It is having structural issues and space issues and desires from the public that we can’t meet. People are using the building more since COVID. Staff space needed is greater as we try to increase our services, and like any building, it does deteriorate over time.”

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

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ROYAL OAK — Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union is accepting applications through Feb. 27 for its annual scholarship program.

Credit union representatives are offering 33 scholarships of $2,500 each to help local students and educators reach career goals, and 14 scholarships of $2,000 each to support future first responders.

Scholarship applications can be submitted online at msgcu.org/scholarships. Nonmembers are welcome to apply for an MSGCU scholarship and must become a member if selected as a scholarship recipient.

NEWS BRIEFS TAKEN FROM AROUND OUR COVERAGE AREAS

A Michigan DNR fish stocking trailer releases musky fall fingerlings into Van Buren County’s Round Lake.

2024 SMART GARDENING CONFERENCE TO BE HELD MARCH 9 METRO DETROIT — The Michigan State University Extension will host the 2024 Smart Gardening Conference from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 9, at the Wayne County Community College District’s Ted Scott Campus in Belleville.

The cost to attend the conference is $100. Topics include an introduction to smart gardening, micro plantings for macro impact, urban agriculture and gardening, mite and insect problems, and inspiring plants and garden designs.

Scholarship opportunities are available. The WCCCD Ted Scott Campus is located at 9555 Haggerty Road.

To register or for more information, visit events.anr.msu.edu/2024smart gardeningconference.

DNR EXPECTS BIG FISHING SEASON

STATEWIDE — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has high hopes for the 2024 fishing season based on the fall 2023 fish stocking efforts. The DNR was able to stock 14.5 tons of fish across 103 locations across the state.

“It was another outstanding fall fish stocking season that will provide enhanced fishing opportunities throughout Michigan,” said Ed Eisch, assistant chief of the DNR Fisheries Division, in a DNR statement. “When added to our successful spring and summer stocking efforts, that brings the total for 2023 to more than 10.4 million fish stocked in Michigan’s waters.”

Six species of fish — brook trout, coho salmon, lake trout, steelhead strain rainbow trout, walleye and muskellunge — are raised at six state and three cooperative fisheries. The fish are released at specific times and locations, with most fish released in the spring.

LOCAL BUSINESS OFFERS FREE PICK-UP OF GENTLY USED FURNITURE METRO DETROIT — Every other Tuesday through Feb. 27, Gorman’s Home Furnishings and Interior Design will dedicate its delivery trucks to pick up gently used furniture from households anywhere in metro Detroit for free as part of “Michigan’s Largest Housewarming Party,” according to a press release.

“For those looking for a fresh start in the new year, be it remodeling, cleaning, downsizing, home redecorating or just getting organized, they can conveniently schedule a pick-up and Gorman’s will be there,” the release states.

Items accepted include sofas, chairs, dining room tables, dressers, bed frames, coffee and end tables, and bookshelves. Mattresses will not be accepted, according to the release.

Additionally, Gorman’s is collecting unused household basics, such as dish towels, oven mitts, small kitchen gadgets, measuring cups, bath towels and more to donate

to selected nonprofits. The items can be dropped off at any Gorman’s location during regular business hours.

Gorman’s showrooms are located in Novi, Southfield and Troy. A warehouse and Three-Day Clearance Center is located in Farmington Hills.

“Supporting the community is a year-round commitment for us, and we’re hoping this makes it easy for our customers and surrounding community members to participate and feel good knowing they, too, are making a difference,” John Moray, the CEO of Gorman’s, stated in the release. “Through this initiative we aim to provide furniture and household items that will help families and individuals transform their house into a warm and welcoming home.”

Recipients of Gorman’s efforts are the Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan, Habitat ReStores of Oakland County, and Humble Design Detroit.

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EE W E H T F O E CRIM • K E E W E H OF T E M I R C • K NEWSWORTHY E WE INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS

Detroit woman accused of attacking 10-year-old at Somerset

TROY — A 25-year-old Detroit woman was arrested for allegedly assaulting a 10-year-old girl inside Somerset Collection in Troy.

The incident occurred at 4:43 p.m. Jan. 12. The girl’s family said she was at the food court with a parent and a group of friends when an unknown woman grabbed onto her head and pushed her into a nearby glass display case. The girl’s family said it appeared unprovoked and for no apparent reason, and that the suspect laughed and smiled at the victim following the assault.

The suspect was caught on security camera during the incident. She left the mall prior to the authorities being notified, but she was taken into custody when she returned to the mall the following day.

Marijuana suspected as cause of crash TROY — A 33-year-old Sterling Heights man was arrested for one count of operating under the influence of drugs after striking an electrical pole at 11:46 p.m. Jan. 10.

The crash occurred near the intersection of Maple and Chicago roads. Upon arrival, Troy police officers observed that a Jeep Wagoneer had struck a utility pole. The driver denied drinking any alcohol but admitted to smoking two “blunts” prior to the crash. A blood test was performed, and charges were expected pending the results.

Charges found on victim’s card after alleged distraction scam

TROY — A woman reported that her wallet was stolen and charges were attempted using her credit card after an interaction at the T.J. Maxx store at 350 John R Road.

The incident occurred at approximately 6:45 p.m. Jan. 13. The victim reported to police that she had been shopping in the store when she was approached by an unknown woman. The woman asked the victim to try on two jackets because she was of a similar build to her mother, for whom she claimed to be shopping.

After the suspect left, the victim realized that her wallet was missing from her purse, which she believes was taken while she was distracted with the coats.

She soon received a notification of a denied charge on her card for $744 at a nearby Target store. Police were investigating.

Grave marker stolen from Oakview Cemetery

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that

between 5 p.m. Nov. 5 and 9 a.m. Jan. 1, an unknown person stole a grave marker from Oakview Cemetery on North Main Street.

Ring doorbell camera taken off porch

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 11:10 a.m. Jan. 5, an unknown person stole a Ring doorbell camera off the complainant’s front porch in the 600 block of Orchard View Drive, which is in the area of North Main Street and 13 Mile Road.

Car stolen from LA Fitness

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 6:15 and 9 p.m. Jan. 2, an unknown person stole the complainant’s 2022 Dodge Challenger from the parking lot of LA Fitness on Woodward Ave.

Refrigeration coils stolen

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between noon Dec. 26 and 10 a.m. Jan. 2, an unknown person stole refrigeration coils from four newly installed coolers at the Shell on South Main Street at Lincoln Avenue.

Pro Israel sign reportedly stolen

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident in the 3000 block of Buckingham Trail reported that a pro-Israel sign was taken from the front yard sometime on Jan. 4.

No suspects were reported.

Stranger found in home

SOUTHFIELD — A man told police that when he went to check a home he was selling in the 29000 block of Chelmsford Road he found an unauthorized person inside between 2 p.m. Jan. 13 and 3 p.m. Jan. 16. The person told the seller they had met someone online who had permitted them to enter the house to see if they wanted to purchase it.

Man watches as suspect drives off in his vehicle

SOUTHFIELD — At 6:23 a.m. Jan. 3, a man heard his vehicle, a 2021 Dodge Durango, start up while parked at his home on the 16000 block of Carriage Lamp Court. When he looked out the window, he saw the suspect drive off in the vehicle, followed by a white Jeep Cherokee.

Grocery delivery stolen from outside of house

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department took a larceny complaint from a resident in the 200 block of Woodcreek Way at

approximately 1 p.m. Jan. 8. The victim had $90 worth of groceries delivered to the front porch, but after being notified of the delivery and going to retrieve the items approximately two minutes later, the victim observed an unknown man stealing the grocery delivery.

The suspect grabbed all of the groceries and ran to a silver Jeep that was parked in front of the residence.

The case was under investigation by the Bloomfield Township Police Investigations Unit.

Driver with felony warrant arrested after traffic stop

BIRMINGHAM — On Jan. 10 at approximately 4 p.m., officers on patrol identified a vehicle making an improper turn on Woodward Avenue. After conducting a traffic stop and speaking with the driver, officers learned that the suspect, a 46-year-old man from West Bloomfield, had a felony warrant from Detroit and a revoked out-of-state license.

The suspect was arrested and given a citation for performing an improper turn and was later transferred to the Detroit Police Department.

Cemetery damaged

BIRMINGHAM — Officers were dispatched to a cemetery regarding a report of property damage at 9 a.m. Jan. 7. Employees of the cemetery informed officers that a large piece of the cemetery’s metal fence had been cut. Officers were able to confirm that the fence had been cut and that there were footprints leading into the cemetery. An investigation was ongoing.

Impersonator pretends to be from Sheriff’s Office

BIRMINGHAM — A 35-year-old woman went to the Birmingham police station to submit a fraud report at 5 p.m. Jan. 5. She stated that she had been contacted by someone impersonating an Oakland County Sheriff’s Office representative, and that she was issued citations and was told she must pay $8,200 to avoid being arrested.

The victim sent the impersonator $1,000 via a mobile app before submitting a report to the Birmingham Police Department. Birmingham police officers were able to confirm that no one with the impersonator’s name works at the Sheriff’s Office. An investigation was ongoing.

Business break-in

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, two unknown suspects forced their way into a business in the 32000 block of Stephenson Highway around 4 a.m. Jan. 4.

They were reportedly gone within five minutes,

and nothing appears to have been taken.

Police were investigating.

Gun stolen

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, a Ruger rifle was stolen from a home in the 27000 block of Groveland Street between 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Jan. 11.

The victim is a resident, 27, and the suspect is believed to be an acquaintance.

An investigation was ongoing.

Packages missing

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, an unknown suspect stole delivery packages worth more than $100 from a building in the 31000 block of Harlo Drive sometime between 9:15 p.m. Jan. 9 and 2:30 p.m. Jan. 10.

The victim is a 31-year-old resident.

Police were investigating.

Home invasion

BERKLEY — A 52-year-old Berkley woman called police to report a home invasion at 8:25 p.m. Jan. 17 on Greenfield Road.

According to the report, the woman stated that she left for work at 10:30 a.m. and returned home at 8:10 p.m. to find her home in disarray. One of the home’s back windows appeared to be tampered with; the woman believed that the window might have been unlocked, according to the police report.

Two of the bedrooms in the home were ransacked, as well as the living room, kitchen and laundry room, police said. A jewelry box reportedly was taken from the home. The case was turned over to the Berkley Public Safety Department’s detective bureau.

Drunken driver hits fire hydrant

BERKLEY — A 36-year-old Berkley man was arrested for operating while intoxicated with a blood alcohol content of 0.17% or more at 1:47 a.m. Jan. 12 in the 1800 block of Griffith Avenue, off 11 Mile Road west of Coolidge Highway.

According to the report, police were called to the area for a report of a vehicle that had struck a fire hydrant and then parked in a driveway on Griffith at an unknown address with its hazard lights activated.

Police reportedly detected a strong odor of intoxicants as they made contact with the driver, who said he had no injuries. The man claimed to have had three drinks, police said, he had trouble communicating and he had difficulty while taking sobriety tests.

The man submitted a breath test of 0.291% blood alcohol content, more than three times the legal limit, and police arrested him.