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Rotary Park to get
‘ninja course’
Council approves force main project on 13 Mile Road
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
ROSEVILLE — Rotary Park, 29571 Utica Road, is set to get fitness equipment that’s a bit out of the ordinary.
At the Roseville City Council’s Feb. 11 meeting, council unanimously approved the purchase of an X-Treme Ninja Course from Greenfields Outdoor Fitness.
This equipment will provide 14 obstacles for fitness enthusiasts to move through. This includes equipment that assists with balance, agility, and upper and lower body strength. It finishes with participants running up a ramp. For a detailed description of what the equipment will offer, visit gfoutdoorfitness.com/x-treme-ninja-course-2.
Greenfields Outdoor Fitness partnered with the National Recreation and Park Association to offer workout equipment at a reduced cost to municipalities in 2022. A letter from Downtown Development Authority Administrative Specialist Jim Gammicchia to the council said that due to the partnership, the city couldn’t entertain bids from other manufacturers. The deal saves the city $40,000 on the equipment, bringing the total
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Students get hooked on class assignment
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
ROSEVILLE — There is something fishy going on inside Christopher Kawiecki’s fifth grade classroom at Green Elementary School in Roseville Community Schools.
Kawiecki’s class was selected by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources as one of 40 recipients of the Salmon in the Classroom grant. This year, the students are taking care of Chinook salmon in an aquarium inside the classroom. In May, they will release the fish at Lake St. Clair Metropark in Harrison Township.
“Hopefully, they’ll make it out to the big lake and come back to spawn and start the process all over again,” Kawiecki said. Kawiecki is an avid outdoorsman who likes to fish.
“When I came across this, I thought what a cool thing to get our students con-
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Sanaa Duff, Abel Barnes and LaMar Dixon take water samples to test the pH, nitrate and nitrite levels in the aquarium in their classroom at Green Elementary School in Roseville.
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Arctic weather, road conditions prompt school closures this winter
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — Most kids are happy when they get a snow day and don’t have to go to school, but do they have to make up the time?
Well, that depends. Michigan public schools are allowed six “forgiven days,” also known as snow days, without penalty. District officials can close school for a number of reasons, including snow, ice, frigid temperatures, sickness outbreaks and infrastructure problems.
If school is canceled for more than six days, districts are required to make up the time either by altering the calendar or adding days at the end of the year. If the district exceeds the six-day limit, school officials also can ask the Michigan state superintendent of public instruction, Michael Rice, for additional hours or days on an emergency basis. If additional days are not approved, they must be made up at the end of the school year to meet state-mandated instructional time requirements.
The Eastsider emailed Eastpointe Community Schools and Roseville Community
Schools for an update on the status of their snow days this school year.
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At press time, ECS had taken four snow days: Jan. 21-22, Feb. 6 and Feb. 13.
Temperature and wind chill factor were responsible for the Jan. 21-22 closures, and icy road conditions were responsible for Feb. 6.
The district’s website, eastpointeschools.org, referred to the Feb. 13 cancellation as a snow day. Eastpointe also had a half day Aug. 27 due to a heat advisory.
According to Superintendent Christina Gibson, closing schools also can pertain to busing.
“If road conditions are bad, especially on the side streets, it may not be safe to run the buses. Or, if bus drivers aren’t able to get into work due to road conditions, the buses cannot run,” Gibson said. “As far as any other reasons, we have seen schools elsewhere in the state closing due to widespread illness among students and staff, though that has not been an issue for us at this point.”
Often, local school officials discuss potential closures with educators from other districts.
“It is absolutely a difficult decision. We want our students to be in school. Children depend on us daily for education, support, and school meals, and parents depend on
their children being in school so they can go to work,” Gibson said. “I agree that students should be in school. However, we have to See CLOSURES on page 14A
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Snowfall and frigid temperatures have prompted snow days for local students, including those who attend Roseville Middle School.
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Eastpointe school board brings back trustee comments, second hearing of the public
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
EASTPOINTE — Members of the Eastpointe Community Schools Board of Education are opening up the lines of communication with the public.
At the Feb. 10 board meeting, the school board voted 7-0 to reinstate the
trustee comments at each board meeting. The trustee comments are designed to give the school board a chance to speak individually on various matters and share important information from the board table.
“I really think this is important that we have an opportunity to talk to the people of Eastpointe, or say things that we need to discuss openly so that the people will under-
stand or know what’s going on,” Trustee Addie Richardson said. “We need to make sure that we’re covering things that we’re hearing so that the people know that everything is up and up.”
Trustee Ian McCain feels the trustee comments will be another way to communicate with the public.
“Each of us are involved in different
ways and different things within the community. So whether it’s nonprofit organizations or things going on in the city, I think it’s another opportunity for us to be able to share information with the public,” he said.
The board also voted 6-1 to reestablish the second hearing of the public. Board President Chineva Early voted against the mea-
‘I ALWAYS DREAMED OF HAVING A CAR IN THERE’
ROSEVILLE RESIDENTS DRIVE INTO AUTORAMA
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
DETROIT — Car buffs, Barbie fans and wrestling enthusiasts, rev your engines for Autorama.
The 72nd annual car show — presented by O’Reilly — will feature more than 800 souped-up hot rods, classic automobiles and custom motorcycles at Huntington Place Convention Center Feb. 28 and March 1-2. The hours will be noon to 10 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
The Barbie Cadillac, as seen at Disney’s Epcot Center, is making its debut at Autorama, and appearances from Danny Koker and Kevin Mack of “Counting Cars,” and Brother Ray and Devon of the WWE Hall of Fame will help celebrate car culture.
Several Roseville residents will display their custom cars as well. Ed Kahofer is bringing his 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Super Sport. It’s the same car he drove to school when he attended East Detroit High School (now Eastpointe High School) as a teen before graduating in 1979. He acquired the car from a neighbor, a GM executive who originally got the Camaro for his wife.
“She never drove it,” Kahofer said. “He said, ‘Here, take this thing and drive it.”
The car was black, but Kahofer changed all that when he painted it flame yellow and added purple metallic accents on the hood and
ABOVE: The Barbie Pink Cadillac Convertible is one of the highlights at this year’s Autorama., being held Feb. 28 and March 1-2 at the Huntington Place Convention Center in Detroit.
LEFT: The World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Fame World Champions Brother Ray and Devon will greet fans at the 2025 event.
Photos provided by Autorama
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Additional basketball court coming to Eastpointe
BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com
EASTPOINTE — A conversation at an Eastpointe City Council meeting diverted from approving a contract to repave a parking lot to a conversation about adding another basketball court.
At its Feb. 4 meeting, while approving a contract to repave parking lots at the Urban Seed Community Garden on Nine Mile Road and at the Memorial Park basketball court on 10 Mile Road, City Council decided to add a second basketball court to the park at the expense of a smaller parking lot.
“When we had constructed that first basketball court there, we made sure that it was constructed as it is so that there is room to put a second court there in the future,” said City Engineer Ryan Kern, of Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick.
While there was some discussion regarding the cost and material that would be used, Councilman Harvey Curley said he was in favor of adding the second court to Memorial Park as long as the court that was already planned at Shamrock Park, which is north of Nine Mile Road on Lexington Avenue, would move forward.
There are basketball courts on the west side of the city so adding the court at Shamrock Park would help take care of the kids on that side of the city, he said.
“We don’t do enough for the kids of this city. … I would not have a problem building (another) one next to the one we have now,” he said. “Right now, you go over to the one that we have and you’ll find 25 to 30 kids there waiting to play. It’s really amazing.”
Councilman Rob Baker said he would also be in favor of adding the second court at Memorial Park and reducing the size of the parking lot if it would save the city money.
“I don’t know how the rest of council feels, but my thought was if it would save us money to put in a second court and a smaller lot, I believe that’s the better way of going,” he said.
Eastpointe Finance Director Randall Blum stated that adding plans for a third court — meaning the second court at Memorial Park — would be feasible but they would need to amend the budget. However, they would need an amendment to repave the parking lot at the community garden, he said.
In the end, City Council voted unanimously to move forward on getting bids for pricing on adding a second basketball court and a smaller parking lot to Memorial Park. They also voted unanimously to award the contract for paving the Urban Seed parking lot to Luigi Ferdinandi and Sons Cement Co., in the amount of $115,508.76.
Call Staff Writer Brian Wells at (248) 291-7637.
Eastpointe police pursue alleged drunken drivers in 2 separate incidents
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, Eastpointe police officers were dispatched to investigate a hit-and-run crash at Nine Mile Road and Beechwood Avenue at around 10:30 p.m. Feb. 9. The victim of the hit-and-run was following the suspect. Officers reportedly caught up to the suspect as the suspect drove a 2005 Ford Taurus on Boulder Avenue near Nine Mile Road. Upon their activating emergency lights and siren, the driver first stopped at the intersection for about 15 seconds before abruptly fleeing eastbound on Nine Mile Road. A short pursuit ensued, police said, and the driver stopped again.
That’s when officers established contact, identifying the suspect as a Detroit woman,
age 37. She was allegedly intoxicated and verbally combative with the police, refusing to provide a sample for a preliminary breath test. She was arrested and brought to the Police Department, where she reportedly refused to cooperate.
A search warrant for her blood was obtained, and Medstar personnel collected the sample while the suspect allegedly kicked the paramedic in the chest and pushed an officer who intervened.
The case will be presented to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office for review and potential charges, police said.
According to another police report, at around 10:40 a.m. Feb. 8, Eastpointe police officers were monitoring traffic on Gratiot Avenue and Stephens Drive when their radar detected a 2003 Chevy Silverado traveling
EASTPOINTE STATE OF THE CITY LUNCHEON MARCH 5
EASTPOINTE — The annual Eastpointe State of the City luncheon will be held March 5 at the Lutheran Fraternities Hall No. 57, located at 16140 Aurora Ave., near Gratiot Avenue and Nine Mile Road. Doors will open at 11:15 a.m., and lunch will be served at noon. The Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce sponsors the event.
The keynote speakers will be Eastpointe Mayor Michael Klinefelt, pictured; Eastpointe Community Schools Superintendent Christina Gibson, and 38th District Court Judge Kathleen Galen. The cost to attend is $25 for Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce members and $30 for nonmembers. The last day to register is Feb 26. Email events@erchamber.com or call (586) 776-5520.
R.C.S.S.F. WINTER GALA MARCH 8
ROSEVILLE/FRASER — The Roseville Community Schools Scholarship Foundation annual Winter Gala will be held from 6 p.m. to midnight March 8 at Vintage House, 31816 Utica Road in Fraser.
Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. The R.C.S.S.F. raises money to provide scholarships to graduating Roseville High School seniors. The cost for the Winter Gala is $55 per person and includes dinner, an open bar and a disc jockey. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Prior to the event, school officials are selling gift basket raffle tickets virtually through March 3. Pictures of the baskets and how to purchase tickets will be shown on the district’s Facebook page and website at rosevillepride.org. The baskets will be displayed at the gala, and tickets can be purchased at the event.
Gala ticket orders, including the purchaser’s name and full payment, should be sent to Roseville Community Schools, 18975 Church St., Roseville, MI 48066, to the attention of Teresa Tomala. Checks can be made to R.C.S.S.F. Ticket sales and reservations for tables of eight will close Feb. 28. Sponsorships and ads are available for purchase.
If interested in donating raffle items, door prizes or a themed basket, call (586) 445-5675. Tickets can also be purchased using the Dance Tickets QR code. For sponsorships, use the Sponsorships QR code.
CSI CLASS FOR KIDS OFFERED
ROSEVILLE — The Recreation Authority of Roseville and Eastpointe is offering a crime scene investigation course for students ages 7-11. The program will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays from March 12 through April 2.
Participants will receive a detective kit and learn about forensics, evidence gathering and fingerprint classification. The students will conduct science experiments in a crime lab and discover the science behind solving crimes.
The fee is $145 for residents and $150 for nonresidents. The RARE building is located at 18185 Sycamore St., north of the 11 Mile Road service drive and east of Gratiot Avenue. For more information, call (586) 445-5480 or visit rare-mi.org.
LIBRARY EVENTS
EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe Memorial Library, located at 15875 Oak St., has two events this month. Visit EastpointeMI.gov or call (586) 445-5096 for more details.
The Chess Club will meet at 6 p.m. Feb. 20 for participants age 12 and older. The event is for novices as well as experienced players. Chess sets will be provided.
Patrons can come play the card game Magic: The Gathering at 6 p.m. Feb. 27. A small number of starter decks are available to use, and everyone also is encouraged to bring their own decks.
LIBRARY OFFERS BOOK MATCH PROGRAM
ROSEVILLE — The Roseville Public Library has a program offered to Roseville cardholders called Book Match in which the librarians help patrons find their next book to read. Patrons can visit the library’s website at rosevillelibrary.org and go to the Book Match link. From there, cardholders can submit the Book Match form. After filling out the form, librarians will compile a list of book titles based on the information provided. More detailed responses will result in better recommendations, and patrons will receive a personalized list within a week. The library is located at 29777 Gratiot Ave. For more information, email rsvlibraryservice@ roseville-mi.gov or call (586) 445-5407.
LOCAL PANEL WILL DISCUSS MACOMB’S ECONOMIC FORECAST
WARREN — The 2025 Macomb Economic Forecast will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at the South Campus of Macomb Community College, 14500 E. 12 Mile Road. The event will be in room 301 of the K Building.
Pictured left to right: Vicky Rowinski, director of Macomb County’s Department of Planning & Economic Development; Brian Parthum, an economist with the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments; and Thomas Alongi, a partner with UHY, will be among the panelists. Also scheduled to speak is Quentin L. Messer Jr., of the Michigan Economic Development Corp. Michigan Strategic Fund. The cost to attend is $45 for Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce members and $55 for nonmembers. Email events@ erchamber.com or call (586) 776-5520 to attend.
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to $136,878. The purchase will be paid for through voter-approved bond funding.
“I did look at it online and, I’ll tell you what, it does look like it’s going to be a lot of fun once it gets installed,” Roseville Mayor Robert Taylor said at the meeting.
“I give a lot of credit to people who can do stuff like this,” Gammicchia said about the course, adding that it is for “all ages.”
Force main project moves ahead
A bid for the 13 Mile Road force main project was unanimously approved at the City Council’s Feb. 11 meeting.
New Haven-based Pamar Enterprises’ bid was chosen at $2,269,489 with a $450,000 construction contingency. Pamar was the low bidder out of the five bids submitted for the project. The new sanitary sewer main, which is about 3,600 feet in length and 16 inches in diameter, will run under the middle lane of 13 Mile Road from the Mayflower Street pump station and finish near Cantabarry Drive.
Construction is expected to start later this year on the project, according to Department of Public Services Director Rob DeBruyn. He said plans are still being finalized, but he expected something to be in place by the summer.
“There will be minimal impact on traffic, as we plan on taking lanes on an as-needed basis,” DeBruyn said.
He added that much of the new main will be able to be fed into the ground without cutting throughout the expanse of the line. One of the larger disruptions will be at the intersection of Utica and 13 Mile roads
but will last only six to eight hours and won’t take place during the workweek.
The project is aided by funding for infrastructure projects secured from the state during the budget appropriations process, which totaled $6.6 million for Roseville. DeBruyn confirmed funding for the force main will mostly come from the state appropriation. Last year, state Sen. Veronica Klinefelt, a Democrat who represents Eastpointe and Roseville, worked to get funding for a variety of infrastructure projects.
DeBruyn said that the project is being done in conjunction with a pump station replacement, which is also being worked on by Pamar.
DeBruyn explained at the time that a force main is necessary when the elevation of sewage is not on an incline.
“When sewage runs level, it needs to be forced,” DeBruyn said.
DeBruyn said the replacement is a preventative measure.
“It’s an old line and we don’t like to wait for emergencies,” he said.
The work may not be noticed by the public, but DeBruyn said doing these kinds of projects are essential government functions.
“This is tantamount to clean water getting to your house,” he said. “This is the type of infrastructure that makes sure that everything you flush down the toilet gets to where it needs to go; you never have to worry about it again.”
Call Staff Writer Nick Powers at (586) 498-1059.
Bankruptcy forcing closure of multiple Joann stores in state
BY K. MICHELLE MORAN kmoran@candgnews.com
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Crafters, knitters and parents looking for project materials for their kids will soon need to buy their supplies elsewhere.
The Joann store in Grosse Pointe Farms and most other locations in the area are going to be shuttered. As part of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process, the company filed a motion Feb. 12 seeking court authority to start closing roughly 500 stores around the country.
Of about 41 stores in Michigan, 33 are slated to close, including almost all stores in metro Detroit; among them are the ones in Roseville, Novi, Shelby Township, Madison Heights, Rochester Hills and Bloomfield Hills. It wasn’t known at press time how long these stores would remain open.
Once the closures occur, the only stores in metro Detroit that will remain open
After an 11-day run that included ride-alongs, celebrity appearances and visits from some of the greatest cars to grace the silver screen — including the Ferrari from “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” — the Detroit Auto Show drew in 275,000 visitors with an estimated $370 million financial impact on the region.
COMMUNITY BRIEFS
‘Cowabunga’
WARREN — The Great Lakes ComicCon is coming to the Macomb Community College Expo Center from 5-9 p.m. Feb. 21; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 22; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 23. The Expo Center is located at South Campus, 14500 E. 12 Mile Road. The event is designed for comic lovers, toy collectors, and cosplay enthusiasts. There will be gaming, attractions and guest appearances from Sam J. Jones, known as Flash Gordon, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Kevin Eastman. For ticket information and a list of events, visit the website greatlakescomicconvention.com.
2025 Auto Show has estimated $370 million impact
DETROIT — After an 11-day run in January, organizers of the Detroit Auto Show announced on Feb. 5 the show drew in 275,000 visitors with an estimated $370 million financial impact on the region.
“The impact the Detroit Auto Show has had on our remarkable region cannot be overstated — with hundreds of thousands of Detroiters and visitors experiencing the best we have to offer, supporting our economy and dining in our amazing restaurants,”
Claude Molinari, president and CEO of Visit Detroit, said via press release. “Every year the Detroit Auto Show is one of the most important and influential mobility events in the world, shining a light on the city and creating experiential opportunities with the brands and technologies that define us as the Motor City.”
The show’s black-tie Charity Preview drew 7,000 attendees and raised $1.7 million for six children’s charities in the region, while bringing the total funds generated since 1976 to over $125 million.
Wanted: blood donors
DETROIT — The American Red Cross is urging donors to give blood or platelets in February to help build up the blood supply after thousands of donations went uncollected last month due to severe winter weather, the California wildfires and seasonal illnesses. All blood types are needed — especially type O negative blood — and donors are encouraged to make and keep their donation appointments so hospitals can continue to ensure critical care for patients this winter. To book a time to give blood or platelets, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). As a thank you, all who come to give by Feb. 28 will receive a $15 electronic gift card to a merchant of their choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/Flurry for details.
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will be the locations in Livonia and White Lake Township.
“This was a very difficult decision to make, given the major impact we know it will have on our Team Members, our customers and all of the communities we serve,” a Joann spokesperson said in a prepared statement issued Feb. 12. “A careful analysis of store performance and future strategic fit for the Company determined which stores should remain operating as usual at this time. Right-sizing our store footprint is a critical part of our efforts to ensure the best path forward for JOANN.”
On Jan. 15, Joann Inc. launched voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. It was announced at that time that Gordon Brothers Retail Partners LLC would serve as the stalking horse bidder, meaning that they were the first bidder to vie for the bankrupt company and its assets.
“Since becoming a private company in April (2024), the Board and management team have continued to execute on top- and bottom-line initiatives to manage costs and drive value,” interim Joann CEO Michael Prendergast said in a press release. “However, the last several years have presented significant and lasting challenges in the retail environment, which, coupled with our current financial position and constrained inventory levels, forced us to take this step. After
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carefully reviewing all available strategic paths, we have determined that initiating a court-supervised sale process is the best course of action to maximize the value of the business. We hope that this process enables us to find a path that would allow JOANN to continue operating as a going concern.”
Shoppers at the Grosse Pointe Farms store — many of whom hadn’t yet heard the news about the store’s fate — were upset.
Camila Rubio, of Harper Woods, said she and her 4-year-old daughter are frequent Joann shoppers. Her daughter loves the crafts and materials for projects, such as glitter.
“That is so sad,” Rubio said upon learning the store would be closing. “We love it here.”
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Rubio said she could find things at reasonable prices at Joann, and said they had a good selection of merchandise.
“They have everything you need,” Rubio said. “I feel sorry for everybody in the community, because they need this store.”
While online shopping is an option,
Rubio said she needs to see “the colors, the texture” in person — something the internet can’t replicate.
At the Grosse Pointe Farms store, an employee said liquidation sales were starting Saturday, Feb. 15. The employee said she couldn’t comment on the closures.
Joann Inc. has been in business for more than 80 years.
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The Joann store in Grosse Pointe Farms is one of dozens across Michigan that will be closing permanently.
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nected to it,” he said. “When you apply, the program is free. You have to supply the aquarium and all the supplies with it.”
Therefore, the school held fundraisers to raise $2,700 to pay for the fish tank, filter, food and other necessary items. In November, the DNR gave Kawiecki and his students 150 salmon eggs.
While they lost about 25 of them, the remaining eggs hatched and the fish are now about 2 inches in length. By the time they are ready for release, the salmon will be 4-5 inches in length. Until that time, the students are responsible for caring for the fish, watching them hatch, feeding them and testing the water quality.
The students also do book work that the DNR provided. They are learning about the life cycle of fish while at the same time using mathematics, social studies, English and science in their studies. On Feb. 7, for example, they completed an assignment called the “salmon timeline shuffle” in which they cut out pictures of the different stages of fish growth and created a timeline of their life cycle.
At different points during the morning, the students in small groups and with Kawiecki’s assistance checked the aquarium’s water quality. They determined the pH bal-
ance, temperature, alkalinity and more. Kawiecki charts the water quality and gives regular reports to the state’s DNR.
“I think they love it,” Kawiecki said of his students. “They are excited for the release day.”
Every student will have the chance to release one salmon into the lake.
“It’s going to be fun except I don’t want to touch the fish,” said Mariyah Harris, who added that when the eggs were delivered, “They looked like little, tiny pearls.”
Touching fish is no big deal for Stephion Trudell. He fishes all the time with his dad, uncle and cousin. Riverside Park in Grand Rapids is a favorite spot.
“Sometimes on a boat and sometimes onshore,” he said. “You have to have a shiny hook. It shines in the water. Sometimes we eat the fish. I’ve never had a fish in my classroom.”
Olivia Lee also goes fishing quite often with her family, primarily with her dad.
“He taught me how to catch fish,” she said. “We have some big nets and some small nets.”
And when they get some bites, “We throw them back in the water,” Lee said. “My dad said he doesn’t want to hurt them.”
She is looking forward to releasing the salmon this spring.
“I think they will swim away as soon as they are in the water,” she said.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
FAR LEFT: Cleveland Moore uses suction to pull out water and clean the fish tank.
NEAR LEFT: Stephion Trudell watches the water level and the salmon while adding new water to the tank.
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sides. There came a time in which Kahofer put the car away.
“I had it parked in the garage for about 23 years,” he said.
About four years ago, he got back into the driver’s seat again.
“It’s exciting. It brought me back to my youth,” he said. “When I was growing up, my dad was a car guy. All my kids grew up in the garage.”
His wife, Nancy, often accompanies him to car shows and cruise nights. It’s common for passersby to ask him about the Chevy.
“All the time, especially at stop lights,” he said, adding they’ll say, “Nice car. Do you want to sell it? Can I go for a ride?”
The car buff is a member of the Michigan Hot Rod Association, the Bearing Burners chapter. Kahofer attended Autorama as a kid.
“I always dreamed of having a car in there,” he said.
Sterling Rowe, of Roseville, described Autorama as “the most exciting hot rod event of the year.”
“I love everything about it. You have a lot of gearheads,” he said. “I love the overall setup and the camaraderie.”
For the third straight year, he will display his 2009 red Chevy Corvette Z06. Rowe is always willing to let spectators take photos of his prized set of wheels and will even let others sit in it. He’s had the Corvette for 12 years. Currently, it has 59,882 miles on it.
“I’ve been happy with it since the day
I bought it. I drive it as often as I can,” he said. “It has all the original paint. It’s a performance ride. It has a sports ride to it. It sits low. It’s very connected to the road.”
Rowe purchased the Corvette from its previous owner in Illinois. He took a train out of state and drove back in his new car. He will never forget his first ride in the Z06 on Interstate 94 in Indiana.
“The power of it was something I was not expecting,” he said. “I’ve owned a lot of hot rods. The power of this thing was unbelievable. It is an awesome piece of driving machinery. It’s an exhilarating ride. When you pull up to someone next to you in a Corvette, they automatically give you the thumbs-up.”
To keep the Corvette in tip-top shape, Rowe has done some minor engine work on it. Rowe is a member of the Detroit Vette Boyz, a Corvette club that experiences car culture through social, community and charitable causes. There are about 30 members, and some of them will be at this year’s Autorama.
Jim Davies has displayed various cars at Autorama for the past 15 years. This year, the Roseville resident will showcase his 1989 purple Ford Mustang. He meets up with a group of friends who love cars as much as he does.
“It’s a lot of fun,” he said. “We look at the other cars and talk to people.”
The group also likes to head over to Fishbone’s for dinner. While Davies is a Chevy guy, he purchased the Mustang because “I just got a deal on it. I like the body style.” One favorite pastime is heading to the Summit Motorsports Park, in Norwalk, Ohio, for drag racing.
“(The Mustang) has a lot less power
than the Chevys I drive. It’s slower,” Davies said.
Davies has always been interested in cars. He studied auto mechanics when in high school.
Other Autorama attractions will include the Megamorph giant transforming robot car, Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone, Farmtruck and AZN from television’s “Street Outlaws,” rockabilly bands and much more.
According to an Autorama press release, the following Roseville residents also are scheduled to display their cars. The roster of car owners and vehicles is subject to change.
• Paul Curtis, a 1955 red and black Plymouth Sport Coupe.
• Scott Dallas, a 1990 Ford Mustang.
• Jacob DeClaire, a brown 1963 Chevy Impala.
• John Delisi, a white 2021 Jeep Trackhawk.
• Nicholas Klaver, a 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Huntington Place Convention Center is located at 1 Washington Blvd. in downtown Detroit. For a complete list of events, visit autorama.com/attend/detroit.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
INDEPENDENT AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR CONSULTANTS REMOVE STRESSSHOPPING FOR HONEST REPAIR SHOPS
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
12A/ EASTSIDER • FEBRUARY 19, 2025
FEB. 22
Sledding and Cocoa: Two free events hosted by Recreational Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe, 11 a.m.-noon, Huron Park, 18605 Frazho Road in Roseville, and Spindler Park, 19400 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, (586) 445-5480, rare-mi.org
FEB. 25
Crafty Kids Club: For ages 12 and younger, 6 p.m., Macomb Mall, 32233 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, also meets March 25, (586) 445-5407, rosevillelibrary.org
FEB. 26
‘Let Freedom Ring: A Poetry Event Celebrating Black History’: Hear Darolyn Brown recite poems by Black poets, 6:30 p.m., Eastpointe Memorial Library, 15875 Oak Ave., (586) 445-5096, read story at candgnews. com
MARCH 2
Comic and toy show: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (early bird at 9 a.m.), VFW Bruce Post 1146, 28404 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, also held May 18, June 8, Aug. 3, Sept. 21 and Oct. 5, keywellcollectables.com, facebook.com/dawnofthecollectors
MARCH 6
Clinton/Macomb Senior Expo: Connect with dozens of organizations specializing in assistance and care, also free admission, health screenings, prizes, giveaways and refreshments, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Italian American Cultural Society Banquet & Conference Center, 43843 Romeo Plank Road in Clinton Township, (248) 524-4868, seniorexpousa.com
MARCH 8
Walk Through History: See living history displays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, mimths.org
MARCH 18
Check Mates: Chess club for all levels ages 12 and older, 6-7:30 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., also meets April 15 and May 20, free but registration required, rsvlibraryservice@roseville-mi. gov, (586) 445-5407, rosevillelibrary.org
MARCH 19
Social Game Club: Table game group for ages 16 and older with special needs, also light snack and drinks, 4-5 p.m., Recreational Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe, 18185 Sycamore St. in Roseville, also meets April 2, register by noon the day before, (586) 445-5480, rare-mi.org
ONGOING
Fish fries: Dine in and carryout, 5-7:30 p.m. Fridays March 7-April 18, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 23000 Gratiot Ave. in Eastpointe, facebook.com/stpeters eastpointe
Storytime: 1:30 p.m. every second Wednesday of month, near Dick’s Sporting Goods at Macomb Mall, 32233 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, facebook.com/ macombmall
Young Modelers Club: For ages 8-16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until April 19, Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, contact Jim at (248) 574-3487, (248) 399-2386 or jimandkatie17@att.net
Monthly book clubs: Booked for the Evening (every first Thursday) and Mystery Book Club (every third Thursday), both at 6:30 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., rsvlibraryservice@roseville-mi.gov, rosevillelibrary.org, (586) 445-5407
Euchre Night + More: 6-8 p.m. every first Saturday of
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month, Metropolitan Church of the Nazarene, 18945 Frazho Road in Roseville, bring finger foods to share (drinks provided), metronaz.org/adult-ministry-events
Gamblers Anonymous: Meets 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Live Rite Structured Recovery Corp., 27700 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, (586) 217-5899
‘Tales from the D’: Watch Emmy-nominated public television series about Detroit musicians, also live performances on site, new episode screens monthly at 6:45 p.m. March 21, April 25 and May 30, VIP experience with drinks, appetizers, musicians and more at 5:45 p.m., Detroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave., detroithistorical.org
Ice skating: Noon-8 p.m. Sundays, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays, and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays until March 2, The Rink at Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Ave. in Detroit, downtowndetroit.org/ experience-downtown/things-to-do/the-rink
‘Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family’: See skeleton casts, fossils and life-size displays, also multiple interactive elements, exhibit extended until May, Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R St. in Detroit, mi-sci.org
Health workshops: Hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, corewellhealth.org/classes-events/ southeast-michigan
CITY OF ROSEVILLE NOTICE
2025 ANNUAL MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW
NOTICE is hereby given that the 2025 Annual March Board of Review of the City of Roseville, Michigan, will be in session at the Civic Center, 29777 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, Michigan on:
Monday, March 17, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. & 1:00p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Any matters that taxpayers wish to take up with the Board of Review relative to the assessment of their property for the year should be brought before the March Board of Review on the dates mentioned above.
The tentative ratios and equalization factors for the City of Roseville, as recommended by the Macomb County Equalization Department, are as follows:
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Correction:
The story “Ian McCain selected as new Eastpointe school board member” published in the Feb. 5 issue of the Eastsider should have stated that four other applicants were interviewed: Diane Haack, Jon Gruenberg, Christopher V. Curtis Jr. and ShaTasha McDonald.
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HOMES
MANY FACTORS CONTRIBUTE TO GETTING A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
Most of us have been there.
Snuggled in bed under a favorite blanket, yet unable to fall asleep.
When counting sheep doesn’t work, we lie awake all night long. Then it’s morning. Exhaustion sets in, and you wonder how you’ll make it through the day.
For some people, a sleepless night happens on occasion. However, for others, chronic insomnia, sleep apnea and other disorders make it impossible to ever have sweet dreams.
Brenna Wyffels, a family medicine physician assistant, certified, for McLaren Macomb — Sterling Heights Pediatrics & Family Medicine, has helped many patients with sleep disorders.
“Sleep is the first priority,” Wyffels said. “If not, everything else is going to suffer.”
Sleep apnea, which causes snoring and people to sometimes wake in the middle of the night gasping for air, is the main culprit for wakefulness.
“When you have pauses in breathing and impaired breathing, the brain isn’t getting enough oxygen,” Wyffels said. “People wake up with fatigue even after eight hours of sleep.”
For patients having sleeping issues, Wyffels recommends they make an appointment with a sleep clinic “to be tested and monitored and to see what treatment would be the best.” Sleep studies also can be done at home. CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines are often recommended for sleep apnea. The machine contains a motor and a filter that turns room air into pressurized air and delivers it through a mask to help the nose and mouth keep the airway open.
“They get a bad rap as loud machines with giant hoses that (will) keep (your) partner awake,” Wyffels said, adding that the machines are now easier to handle. “Technology has come very far.”
Wyffels has witnessed patients with CPAP machines overcome their sleep issues.
“They have better mental clarity, can focus and feel rested,” she said.
Along with sleep disorders, people are always on the go and don’t give themselves a chance to wind down to transition from the stress of the day.
“Unplug at the end of the day,” Wyffels
said. “Have some sort of routine. Settle into bed with a book or podcast. Sleepytime tea, magnesium supplements and calming diffusers can get them ready for bed. People also tend to sleep better if it’s cool out.”
Therefore, turning down the thermostat could help. White noise, blackout curtains and weighted blankets in the bedroom can be used as sleep aids, too. The right pillow and mattress that support you also might make a difference between tossing and turning all night or sleeping soundly.
“Some pillows and mattresses are better for side sleepers, back sleepers or stomach sleepers,” Wyffels said.
Scandia Home, located in Birmingham, carries a large selection of fine linens, comforters, pillows, duvet sets and mattress pads that provide a cozy environment for a good night’s sleep.
“We specialize in European bedding from various European linen companies,” Danielle Schindler said of the family-owned business. “I help people solve their bedroom quandaries and do it in a way that makes the home beautiful.”
Staff at Scandia Home, which also sells specialty gifts, is always available to help customers looking for bedding that is not only stylish, but comfortable.
“We help you figure out your stature, what sleep position you prefer and if you want a firmer mattress to keep the spine straight,” Schindler said. “Comforters and pillows are really important to get a good night’s sleep. Get the right pillow that provides support. Nice linens will last a very long time, up to 25 years.”
Clients also may opt for a mattress with temperature control that can automatically adjust how cold or hot it feels.
“That’s very important for sleeping,” Schindler said. “It keeps you at a comfortable heat.”
Fibers also should be taken into consideration. Cotton percale bedsheets, for instance, are cool to the touch due to the lightweight, breathable weave that provides good airflow. Cotton sateen material is warmer.
‘Sleep is a necessity, not a luxury’
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that adults ages 18-60 get at least seven hours of sleep per night; adults 61–64 get seven to nine hours of sleep; adults 65 and older get seven to eight hours of sleep. The American Academy
ABOVE: Having a nighttime routine, turning off electronics, settling into bed with a book and staying away from caffeine in the later part of the day can help you get a good night’s sleep. LEFT: “Sleep is a necessity, not a luxury,” Dr. Nader Mina, medical director, Sleep Center, Corewell Health, said. “Chronic sleep disorders cause problems long term. It has consequences on the heart, increases risks of asthma and is strongly linked to iron deficiency.”
of Pediatrics recommends more sleep for children from infancy to age 18 depending on the age. Yet many people aren’t getting enough shut-eye.
According to Dr. Nader Mina, medical director, Sleep Center, Corewell Health, sleep deprivation can increase the risks of cardiovascular diseases, strokes and diabetes. Lack of sleep affects mental health, job performance, academics and can lower your immune system. Sleep deficiency also can contribute to car crashes because of driver fatigue.
“Sleep is a necessity, not a luxury. Sleep apnea is the most common sleep disorder. When your breathing is closed and narrowed, there’s a drop in the oxygen level,” Mina said. “Chronic sleep disorders cause problems long term. It has consequences on the heart, increases risks of asthma and is strongly linked to iron deficiency.”
One reason for sleeplessness could be what Mina described as “bad routine habits we do every night.” That includes being on cellphones and other electronic devices, or watching television just before bed.
Exposure to blue light in those devices disrupts sleep patterns because it impacts when bodies create melatonin. Mina recommends shutting down electronic devices 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime. Also, if something is bothering you that could be keep-
ing you up, journaling before bedtime could solve that issue.
“Once you engage your mind, it becomes very difficult for our brains to shut down and go to sleep,” Mina said. “It’s very essential to relax before going to bed. Our brains are not able to fall asleep very quickly.”
He also advised to stop drinking coffee and other caffeinated beverages six hours before bedtime. Another tip: make sure the bedroom is quiet, dark and cool. Taking certain medicines at nighttime also could be the reason for sleeplessness. Mina encourages people to speak to their physicians about possibly taking their medications during the daytime rather than in the evening.
“This is very important to discuss with a health care provider,” Mina said.
Daylight saving time also can be an issue for some, and might take two to three weeks before the body adjusts. Mina also treats patients who sleep excessively, including those with narcolepsy.
“There are certain disorders we look for in the brain,” Mina said.
Mina and staff devise an individualized plan for each patient with pretesting and analysis to get them on a better sleep pattern.
“It’s a gradual process,” he said. “It’s going to take some time, but there is always hope.”
Drivers
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60 miles per hour on Gratiot Avenue, where the speed limit is 40. Police tried to pull over the vehicle by activating their emergency lights and siren, but the driver continued into a car wash and then drove through the bay without stopping, striking the building and evading police.
The pursuit lasted several minutes, ending when the driver entered the Walgreens parking lot at 10 Mile Road and Gratiot Avenue, jumped the curb and exited the vehicle, fleeing on foot.
Police captured him a short distance away. The driver was identified him as a Warren resident, age 39, and police allege he had a strong odor of intoxicants on his person.
After refusing to submit a breath sample, a search warrant was conducted, and police said they found the driver has three prior convictions for driving while under the influence of alcohol.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office will review the case to determine potential charges.
“The Eastpointe Police Department wants to warn all residents that if you drive intoxicated, you will be stopped by police and spend at least a night in jail,” Eastpointe Police Lt. Alexander Holish said. “If you have one too many, call for a sober driver to pick you up. Use one of the many taxi services that are readily available. Do not jeopardize your safety or the safety of innocent motorists around you.”
If you know more about these cases or others, call Eastpointe police at (586) 445-5100.
Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.
Closures
from page 2A
make decisions about school closures based on the safety of our students and staff, and that is always our top priority.”
When students aren’t in school, the ECS teachers will adjust their lesson plans as needed to catch up on time missed.
Roseville Community Schools
The district has had four snow days: Jan. 21-22, Feb. 6 and Feb. 13. Superintendent Mark Blaszkowski said the district used two more to cover two half days in which the district did not reach the 75% attendance threshold required by the state.
“This is why it is important that parents send their child every day to school whether it is a half day or not,” he said. “If you exceed the six allowed days, you must add days to your calendar, and it usually is added to the end of the school year.”
In Roseville, many factors are considered when calling off school because of inclement weather.
“We look at a forecast of six inches of snow or more, temperatures -15 (degrees) or less including wind chill, icy roads/sidewalks and more. Snow levels may vary from north to south. Sometimes lake effect snow hits eastern districts harder. Sometimes the district must close due to loss of power or water access,” Blaszkowski said. “Some clo-
sures may only be from (a) specific building, not a district level closure. However, this still counts as a district lost day.”
Canceling school due to inclement weather isn’t an easy decision.
“Absolutely, it is difficult. We do not take closing lightly. Every day lost is like losing three days because it takes at least three more days to make up the loss of learning time. We also understand the ramifications to the families for childcare and meals for our students,” Blaszkowski said. “We also like to give our parents early notification. Sometimes that is difficult, especially with icy conditions. One degree off can be the difference between rain and ice. The earlier the notification the less accurate we are on the weather. However, it is much easier on the families to make arrangements for child care.”
Some people feel snow days are unnecessary and the students should be in school. But Blaszkowski said safety is “first” for students walking to school and staff driving to their buildings. Busing also is a concern.
“Sometimes if certain districts close and our staff have to stay home with their families it affects us too,” Blaszkowski said. “If we do not have staff to cover, we could be forced to close too.”
It takes a few days to get back on track.
“Students and staff have to work a little harder to make up the lost time,” Blaszkowski said.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
School board
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sure. Currently, the board just has one hearing of the public in which people can speak about any topic, including agenda items.
Generally, the district’s hearing of the public is held after the consent agenda is voted on and the superintendent’s report is shared, but before the discussion/action items. Now that the second hearing of the public will be reinstated, Early explained the process of having two public hearings.
“Public hearings, by law, we have to have at least one,” she said. “So, it is not required that we have two. If we vote yes to bring that back, the first hearing of the public must be agenda items only, not just free will to talk. And then that second one would be anything else. Open comments.”
Therefore, moving forward, the first hearing of the public will be about agenda items only and held during the meeting. The second hearing of the public will cover all subject matters and will be held at the end of the meeting.
“The reason why this was originally removed was because we didn’t have people coming in and we didn’t have people talk-
ing about agenda items. It was more or less just telling your opinions and that type of thing,” Early said. “So, I would be good with moving that to after our agenda items instead of adding a second one. Because for people who is going to come, they’re going to come and voice their opinions. They want to be heard. I totally agree with that. But some people don’t come and talk about just agenda items. For them to come and speak, I think it would be good to just move that one hearing of the public down.”
“I still think we should offer two. I don’t think a lot of people will speak at the first one, but I think we should at least give them the opportunity,” Trustee Shelly Cioppa said. “I think it will go pretty fast. And then let them talk about whatever at the end.”
The board will confirm instructions for the two hearings.
“For the second hearing of the public, we’ll have a little something written out to let everybody know that the first hearing of the public must be agenda items only,” Early said. “And the second hearing of the public will be when open speech is.”
The Board of Education’s next regular meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at Eastpointe City Hall, 23200 Gratiot Ave.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
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Reckless road rage investigated
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 20, a 24-year-old New Baltimore woman was driving west on 22 Mile Road when she said she noticed a white BMW X5 tailgating her. As she attempted to turn onto Fairchild Road, the BMW reportedly crossed into oncoming lanes to pass her and drove at a slow pace.
The woman followed the BMW to track the license plate number until it stopped in a turning lane at the 21 Mile Road and North Avenue intersection. The BMW driver, a 54-year-old Macomb Township man, reportedly exited the X5 and approached the woman’s car screaming. He allegedly kicked her door, smashed a window and fled when the woman said she was calling the police.
When Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at the man’s house in the 22000 block of Case Court, he admitted to everything and was arrested.
Deposits scam
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 10, a 77-yearold Macomb Township man received an email about a charge on his PayPal account. He called a phone number included in the email that reportedly connected him with someone named “Dominic” who said he would send $90 to verify the man’s account. “Dominic” allegedly claimed he accidentally sent $9,000. Without checking his PayPal account, the Macomb Township man spent the next few days sending “Dominic” $12,890 under the impression the money had yet to be returned to “Dominic” before banks flagged the activity as fraudulent.
Man bought stolen Jeep
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 17, Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to the home of a 28-year-old Macomb Township man to investigate his Jeep Cherokee.
The man purchased the Jeep in November 2024 through an online auction out of the Chicago area. When he attempted registering the Jeep with the Michigan Secretary of State’s office, he was told the car was reported stolen in Illinois. Macomb County deputies ran the Jeep’s vehicle identification number and found it was indeed registered as stolen, and the Chicago Police Department confirmed the vehicle’s status.
The Jeep was towed away from the Macomb Township home.
Gift card scammer
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 13 at around
7:20 p.m., the Hall Road Jimmy John’s sandwich shop received a call from someone claiming to be from the FBI demanding around $800 in gift cards.
to purchase the cards and read their codes to the caller over the phone.
Buzzed and confused
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 21 at around 10:40 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to westbound Interstate 94 near North River Road to investigate a damaged Honda Accord on the right shoulder.
Upon reaching the driver, deputies learned the 26-year-old Warren man was confused about where he was and the situation he was in. He denied being under the influence, though deputies noted signs of intoxication and asked him to perform field sobriety tests.
After stepping out of the car, the driver told deputies he had cocaine in his pants pocket. His breath test registered a 0.239 blood alcohol content, and deputies took the man to a hospital for a blood test before finally placing him in the Macomb County Jail.
Stoop swindler
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 15, a package containing $265 of Verizon Wireless equipment was delivered to a home in the 39000 block of Whitewater Drive.
At around 12:15 p.m., a gray Toyota Camry pulled into the driveway and, after sitting around for a few minutes, a man reportedly exited the car and took the package.
Wrong number
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 15, Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were sent to an apartment complex in the 26000 block of South River Road after a 911 caller disconnected.
Deputies located the caller, a 51-year-old
Cheboygan man, who denied calling 911 and sent the deputies away. Deputies then learned the man had an outstanding narcotics warrant and arrested him, discovering a bag of what appeared to be meth while searching him.
Fraudulent investing
MOUNT CLEMENS — On Jan. 15, a 69-year-old
Mount Clemens man deposited $100 into a cryptocurrency investment account after an ad on Facebook promised high returns in a short amount of time.
The ad connected him with an “investment agent” who helped him set up and manage the account via Facebook Messenger.
Several days passed and he noticed around
$4,500 in the account. He attempted to withdraw the funds but was told by the agent he needed to
rected to another site where he was required to pay an additional $700 to withdraw the funds.
He finally realized the scam and reported it to the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office.
Stolen car
MOUNT CLEMENS — At around noon on Jan. 19, Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to a home in the 50 block of Englewood Street for a stolen vehicle report.
The resident, a 40-year-old man, parked his Kia Optima outside his home the prior afternoon and last saw it before going to bed. When he went outside on the morning of Jan. 19, the Kia was nowhere to be seen.
The man had both keys to the Kia but did not remember if the car was locked that night.
Resident reports fraud
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 6:24 p.m. Jan. 6, a complainant came into the Shelby Township Police Department to make a fraud report. The complainant stated that she had received emails from Venmo asking to verify the account. The complainant advised that she did not verify the account and knew it was a fraudulent attempt to access the account. The complainant did the right thing and did not verify the account, meaning she was not out any money. The case was turned over to the department’s detective bureau for follow-up.
Keys stolen
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Police officers from Shelby Township responded to the 7000 block of 26 Mile Road for a larceny complaint at 12:33 p.m. Jan. 7. When officers arrived, they were met by a male victim who advised that his vehicle keys had been stolen while he was working out. The gym was able to find a possible suspect using its camera system. All information was turned over to the Police Department’s detective bureau. The victim advised that his vehicle was still in the parking lot and it did not appear anything was missing from it.
Money stolen SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 4:12 a.m. Jan. 12, a man came into the Police Department to report that $1,000 in cash had been taken from his home. The victim advised the police officer that around the time he noticed his money was missing, he had a family member over. Shelby Township police attempted to make contact with the family member, but the family member did not answer the phone. This case was to be turned over to the detective bureau.
Larceny reported on Little Mack Avenue ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 8:32 p.m. on Jan. 26, an act of larceny was reported at a store in the 25000 block of Little Mack Avenue. The clerk, a 27-year-old woman, stated the suspect entered the store and requested scratch-off lottery tickets. As she was fulfilling the request, the man took six $50 lottery tickets while she wasn’t looking. He attempted to pay but his card was declined. He said he’d come back with the money, but he never did. Surveillance footage inside shows the events as they played out. Outside footage shows
