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MDOT hosts meeting on upcoming I-75 business loop construction in Bloomfield Township

Westbound I-75

business loop to be closed to traffic from I-75 to M-1 until mid-summer

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — This month, the Michigan Department of Transportation will begin rebuilding the Interstate-75 business loop, which comprises

Square Lake Road from Woodward Avenue to I-75 in Bloomfield Township.

“The current pavement has reached its useful life and is beginning to become unsafe for travelers and inefficient to continue maintenance activities. Replacing this pavement now is the right decision for the best

use of taxpayer dollars and it will significantly improve the driver’s safety and experience traveling this route,” MDOT engineer David Anason said in a statement.

The community can learn more about the project and how it will affect their com-

See CONSTRUCTION on page 10A

Troy welcomes new semi-pro women’s team

BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

Some of the area’s best and brightest soccer players will be hitting the field in Troy with the start of a new semi-professional soccer team, the Troy City Women’s Football Club. The team was begun by coach and trainer John Arndt. The team will play games at Troy High School or the Evolution Sportsplex in Auburn Hills. “It’s a semi-professional team,” explained Arndt. “We’re playing in two leagues: the United Women’s Soccer League and the Michigan Premier

See SOCCER on page 18A

Photo provided by John Arndt

A new high school and college semi-professional team starting in Troy, the Troy City Women’s Football Club, will begin this year.

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Troy nonprofit celebrates Ukrainian Easter tradition

BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

A Ukrainian tradition is continuing on, thanks to experts on the country’s heritage and a little help from local nonprofit Samaritas. Samaritas — which provides social services including foster and senior care, teen resources, refugee help, and assisted living resources — hosted a program to teach or reintroduce those among the Ukrainian-American community pysanka, a traditional Ukrainian Easter egg decoration that is an important cultural practice dating back centuries.

“In our Ukrainian tradition, pysanka is something that we do before Easter every year,” said Liliana Masnytska, Samaritas’ supervisor for new American services and employment. “We would like to show this tradition to the younger generation. We also want to bring a little piece of Ukraine for every heart here before Easter.”

Luba Petrusha was the expert on Ukrainian culture who led the event, which took place March 16. She explained the traditional significance of pysanka.

“These are not just pretty eggs,” she explained. “They are talismans or magical amulets. They perform three functions. One is to call out spring and ensure the return of the sun. The second is protective, and that is like protecting the home from disease, disaster and evil spirits. The third is fertility, be it fertility of the fields, of the bees, of livestock, and so forth.”

The eggs are preserved using beeswax, then are

The Community House’s summer camps return

BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com

BIRMINGHAM — After a year hiatus, The Community House’s summer camps are back for another season of engaging and exciting experiences for kids. They are holding over 20 camps this year for ages 5-16.

The Community House is running internal summer camps as well as camps through external vendors. They are partnering with Amazing Athletes, Mad Science, Project Runway, Snapology and Tumblebunnies to host a range of summer camps for kids.

“All children have their own passion, and we try to reach out and cover different areas of interest,” Jeanine Katona, the executive vice president

Photos by Brendan Losinski

ABOVE: Pysanka expert Luba Petrusha walks Ukrainian Americans through the process of creating a pysanka egg at the Samaritas center in Troy. ABOVE RIGHT: Pysanka is a Ukrainian tradition of decorating an egg to serve as a talisman to help protect a home. See EASTER on page 8A

Spring Stroll offers free family fun in downtown Birmingham

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BIRMINGHAM — Local retailers and restaurants are coming together to offer special giveaways and sales incentives for all ages at the annual Spring Stroll event, sponsored by Warby Parker. This event will take place in downtown Birmingham 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 13.

This event is free, but registration is required. To register, visit ALLINBirmingham.com/strollregister.

Upon registration, attendees will receive instructions on how to check in for the Spring Stroll. At the event, attendees will receive a bag for collecting swag from local businesses, an event map and an optional activity sheet.

As attendees are browsing local businesses for the latest spring merchandise, they will encounter promotions and giveaways from participating businesses.

In the past, most stores have offered giveaways during the Spring Stroll, but this year, most stores are offering shopping in-

centives and promotions that can be used on the day of the stroll. Some stores are even offering return incentives, in case someone wants to come back and shop at a later time.

“Last year was a huge success. We had over 30 participating merchants, and we expect this year to be the same,” Birmingham Shopping District Public Relations and Marketing Specialist Erika Bassett said.

Gazelle Sports store manager Matt Broadwell said they participate in the Spring Stroll every year.

“We want to do everything that we can to support the Birmingham Shopping District. We get a lot of support from them, so we want to make sure first and foremost that we’re always supporting them,” Broadwell said.

During the event, Gazelle Sports, 99 W. Maple Road, will have a coloring station for kids and will be handing out treats.

“We’re at this corner, and we get a lot of support from the local community, so anytime we can do something like this and give back, we want to make sure that we’re visibly

See SPRING STROLL on page 28A

Troy to host blood donation events

The city of Troy will support the American Red Cross with a series of blood donation events at the Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road.

The Red Cross states it needs to collect more than 13,000 blood donations and more than 2,500 platelet donations each day. Each pint of blood collected can help save up to three lives. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with Type O-negative, Type B-negative and Type A-negative. This spring, the city of Troy will host the following blood drives at the Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois:

• 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, April 5.

• 1-7 p.m. Thursday, April 18.

• 1-7 p.m. Monday, April 22.

• 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8.

• 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, May 9.

• 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, May 13.

• 1-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14.

• 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, May 17;

• 1-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 29.

• 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, May 31.

For an appointment, call (313) 300-9617 or (248) 524-1147, or visit www. redcrossblood.org. Photo ID or a Red Cross Donor Card will be required at the time of donation. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh more than 110 pounds and be in good general health.

Troy Community Affairs Director Cindy Stewart said in a press release that 84% of blood donations are given at blood drives. “What a great way to pay it forward and make an impact on people in our community and across the country. It’s not every day that we do something that has such a lifesaving impact,” she said.

Detroit Skating Club to host ‘Dare to Dream’ ice show

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Detroit Skating Club will hold its annual ice show April 26-28.

This year’s theme is “Dare to Dream,” and the show will feature skaters ranging from tots to professionallevel. DSC competitive teams will also be featured.The show serves as a fundraiser for the DSC Zamboni Fund, Special Olympics and Grace Centers of Hope.

Everyone in the community is invited to attend. Stadium and gold-level seat tickets will become available in the coming weeks. Charity Tables are on sale now. Matinee and evening performances will feature luncheon and dinner menus, as well as selections of beverages and desserts. People may purchase tables that are directly on the ice for an up-close experience or choose seating in the mezzanine.

For more information, call (248) 332-3000 or email info@dscclub.com.

WASS PRINCIPAL BECOMES NEW DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS

On March 20, the Troy School District announced the appointment of Matt Jansen as the new director of athletics, enrichment, continuing education and wellness.

With 26 years of experience in education, athletics and leadership within the district, Jansen brings a wealth of expertise and a strong commitment to serving the Troy community, the district said.

“Mr. Jansen holds a Bachelor of Science in elementary education and a Master of Arts in educational leadership from Saginaw Valley State University,” the district said in a press release. “He started teaching at Wass Elementary in 1998 and began his role as principal in 2011. As principal

Learn about birding and birdwatching at the Troy Public Library

The Troy Public Library will host the “Birdwatching vs. Birding” presentation 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, in the Troy Public Library Meeting Room.

Birder Greg Bodker will educate audiences about birdwatching and birding through his enthusiasm, expertise and award-winning photography, organizers said. Novice and aspiring birders will learn the differences between birdwatching and birding, how birdwatching can reduce stress, how to attract more birds to the backyard, types of backyard birds and the seed and feeders for their care, places to go birding, and stories from the field.

Registration for the event is required. People may sign up on the library’s website, https://troypl.librarycalendar.com/event/birdwatching-vs-birding-58233. The library is located at 510 W. Big Beaver Road. For questions, call (248) 524-3538.

at Wass Elementary, he led the school to national recognition as a National School of Character and National Blue Ribbon School, while developing deep roots in the community. Mr. Jansen’s passion for athletics is equally impressive. A former collegiate basketball player at SVSU, he captained the men’s team for two years. Mr. Jansen’s varsity coaching experience spans over 11 years at various schools, including Bay City Western, Troy, Clawson, and Rochester. While coaching at Rochester High School, he was recognized as an OAA Coach of the Year.

Jansen will begin his new role July 1.

Photo provided by Karen Turk

Jansen

Summer camps

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of The Community House, said.

All of the camps are half days, except for Project Runway Fashion Camp. During this camp, Aug. 5-9, kids ages 10-16 will design and create garments. On the last day, they get to show off their hard work during a photoshoot and fashion runway show, which parents and caregivers are invited to attend.

“We look at all of our camps as being educational,” Katona said. “They are fun, but the kids are learning educational things along the way, which is always important to us.”

This year, The Community House is introducing Musical Theatre Camp: Putting on a Performance, instructed by Community House Foundation Assistant Director of Development Lindsey Brenz. There will be two sessions of this camp, June 24-28 for ages 6-10 and July 22-26 for ages 11-15.

During Musical Theatre Camp: Putting on a Performance, students will learn about each step in the process of putting on a production.

Students will have the opportunity to learn from

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Artist makes paint pigment out of food in BBAC exhibition

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BIRMINGHAM — Until April 18, the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S. Cranbrook Road in Birmingham, will show an exhibition with the work of Roscoe Hall II titled, “Eidetic Recipes.”

Annie VanGelderen, the BBAC’s president and CEO, said she discovered Hall while watching him compete on season 18 of “Top Chef.” She connected with him through social media, leading to this exhibition three years later.

Hall is a multimedia artist based in Birmingham, Alabama, not to be confused with the Michigan city where the BBAC is located.

As an accomplished chef and artist, he finds an intersection between art and cooking through his work.

For instance, he uses a gram scale to measure out paints so he can track how to get a particular color again. He also uses dehydrated food to create unique paint pig-

TROY NEEDS A NEW LIBRARY

Te Troy library broke ground in its current location in 1970 and in May of 1971 it opened its doors to the public. In 1982 the Friends of the Troy Public Library petitioned the council to fund an expansion of the library which was achieved by fundraising eforts and the expansion was completed in 1985.

Ever since those laudable days of civic spirit something has gone terribly wrong in our city. Te Troy Library, critical as it is to our future, has remained but an afterthought. Not too long ago the library risked closing and this community showed up in droves and worked tirelessly to ensure its continued existence. Yet, the threat to the library has always loomed in the background. It can be easily observed in the sad state of afairs the library fnds itself in currently. Among the many problems that the library faces recently I was told that black mold (or some such unidentifed substance) was found near the children’s books area. It is, of course, no surprise given the age of the building and general condition.

Our leaders were able to successfully lobby and fnd $10 million for the additional sound walls along I-75 to assist our neighbors in getting back their lost peace and quiet. We need the same herculean efort by all in this city to be able to support a new library. T.S. Eliot said: “Te very existence of libraries afords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of man” I believe that elegant truth sincerely when it comes to the future of Troy.

ments that describe the region the piece is depicting. He said that for this particular collection, sweet potatoes were useful ingreSee ARTIST on page 29A

Photo by Roscoe Hall II provided by the BBAC “Trinity,” by Roscoe Hall II, includes Mashama Bailey’s Creole sauce recipe.

Easter

decorated with intricate patterns and dyed.

“We have a Ukrainian word, ‘pysaty,’ which means to ‘write.’ That is what we are doing,” said Masnytska. “We don’t say we are ‘coloring’ pysanka. We say we are writing pysanka. We want to keep this information and pass it on to our kids. … We take the egg and put beeswax on it, then dye it a color. Then remove the beeswax, dye it another color and then repeat the process. You end with an amazing ornament.”

Masnytska said that each egg is created with a different pattern, each of which has corresponding significance.

“Every egg has a pattern. Ukraine has 24 states. In each state, we have a different pattern, and each pattern has a story,” she said. “People try to keep the ornament all year until the next Easter. It is meant to keep the house safe and healthy.”

Families from around Troy gathered, most of whom were Ukrainian-Americans or Ukrainian refugees finding a bit of their homeland just in time for Easter.

“It’s my nation. It’s Ukrainian, and I like learning about being Ukrainian,” said 10-year-old Oleksander Prozapaes. “I like to draw, and it’s very interesting. I learned a lot about it today.”

“For me, this has always been an interest to me, but the war does add some significance,” Petrusha said. “All these people (attending the program) are refugees. Because the Soviets destroyed so much of the culture, people stopped doing it. It was banned be-

Ukrainian American Viktoria Prozapaes and her sons, Damir and Oleksander, show off the pysanka creations they made.

cause it was a religious practice. … They can connect back to that culture here in the United States.”

Petrusha herself learned it when she came to the United States because her mother never had the chance to learn it.

“Traditionally, this was a craft that was passed down from mother to daughter,” said Petrusha. “In the Soviet area, the tradition was banned and at that time many people left Ukraine. People kind of forgot, and the tradition was largely lost. In the 1900s, immigrants in Canada and the United States tried to preserve it and would do classes and workshops at churches or at Ukrainian schools. My grandmother learned it in the old country, but my mother was a (displaced person) and she was in the DP camps, so she never learned. Because of that, I learned it at a Ukrainian school.”

The eggs were traditionally kept in homes as a talisman for good fortune and health.

Masnytska said Samaritas wanted to embrace the program because of their recent efforts in promoting art among those they serve and because they have been aiding so many Ukrainian families in the last two years.

“We have an art therapy program that we have been collaborating with some local schools,” she said. “We had 120 kids in the art therapy program, so we thought this was a good next step. We called it ‘Mommy and Me’ because we wanted to bring kids and mothers together so they can do this activity together.”

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

Photo by Brendan Losinski

Construction

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mute during a public meeting 5:30-7:30 p.m. April 10 in the auditorium of Bloomfield Township Hall, 4200 Telegraph Road.

Anason said MDOT always strives to engage the public at every phase of a project.

“We had public meetings during the design phase, and now that we’re moving into the construction phase, the public needs to know about future traffic impacts to this area,” he said in an email.

The Michigan Department of Transportation will be investing $15 million for the project, which includes rebuilding the I-75 business loop pavement, installing drainage improvements, creating new curbs and gutters, upgrading traffic signals, and improving the Opdyke Road/Square Lake Road ramps.

Beginning Monday, April 15, the westbound I-75 business loop will be closed to traffic from I-75 to Woodward Avenue through mid-summer. MDOT officials said westbound traffic will be detoured farther north on I-75 to westbound M-59, then farther west through the Woodward loop to Woodward Avenue, then west to Square Lake Road.

See CONSTRUCTION on page 24A

The

public is invited to learn more about the upcoming rebuilding of the Interstate-75 business loop, which comprises Square Lake Road from Woodward Avenue to I-75 in Bloomfield Township, during an April 10 meeting in Bloomfield Township Hall.

File photo by Erin Sanchez

‘DOE WHITE’ SPOTTED

BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — Donald Payne has seen many white-tailed deer pass through his Farmington Hills yard. The lanky ruminants are a common sight around the region, but one recent visitor stands out from the rest with its stark white fur.

“It’s exciting. … It’s a once-in-a-lifetime thing,” Payne said of seeing the deer. “You’ve got to appreciate the time you have when you’re blessed with a rarity like that coming into your yard to say hello.”

Payne is not the only one that’s spotted white-furred white-tails in the region. Sightings of deer with the rare fur date back to at least 2022 in Troy with subsequent sightings in Bloomfield Hills and Farmington Hills. According to Rochester Hills naturalist Lance DeVoe, white fur in deer is a symptom of either albinism or piebaldism, which respectively have about a 1/30,000 and 1/1,000 chance of occurring.

“It’s a recessive genetic trait,” DeVoe said. “It’s a thing where (white fur is) selected against because of the fact they lack the camouflage.”

A white-tailed deer with a white coat was spotted by Donald Payne in Farmington Hills in early 2024. There is a 1/1000-1/30,000 chance of seeing a deer with this coloration.

Sightings of deer are common throughout southeastern Michigan. What was once a rare glimpse into nature has become a daily occurrence in some areas as white-tailed deer have made their homes between ever-growing housing developments.

“With everything being so developed and big subdivisions bordering each other

See DEER on page 31A

Photo provided by Donald Payne

Be prepared when welcoming new pets to the home HOMES

BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

Pets are a huge commitment. Before a new owner takes the plunge, they should carefully consider their home, how it’s configured, and whether it makes sense for the pet. And once the animal arrives, they will need time to adjust.

“Animals that come from shelters need a decompression period. They cannot just come home and immediately acclimate to their surroundings,” said Paige Wallace, the animal control officer for Madison Heights. “We don’t know how (shelter animals) are with kids, digging through trash cans, separation anxiety, etc. So, learn your pet — if you’re adopting and the animal is an adult, let them show you what they don’t know, what they’ve never been taught. When they first enter your home, they don’t know you and are just as nervous as you, if not more.

“Start with the basics and adjust as the animal adjusts. Give them time to figure out things,” she said. “Maybe your animal was never walked on a leash. Maybe it never had toys, so they chew everything except their toys.”

In teaching them, she said to use positive reinforcement — for example, gently slipping a toy in their mouth when they try to chew furniture. Avoid negative punishment, such as yelling or throwing out your arms. Scolding will make them associate you with fear and can lead to aggression.

“Follow the ‘Three 3s’ — three days for initial decompression, three weeks to learn the routine, and three months to start to feel relaxed and at home,” Wallace said.

When it comes to dogs, their size and energy level should scale to your home and lifestyle, said Sue Wells, president of the Animal Welfare Society of Southeastern Michigan, a rescue located in Madison Heights.

“It’s also imperative that you take your dog or pup to training. They learn everything from socializing with other pets to house training and good manners,” Wells said in an email.

Wallace said smaller homes are best for cats and small or medium-sized dogs. She said only cats are suitable for apartments. Small or medium-sized non-sporting dogs are best for people who don’t exercise outside often.

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Soccer

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Soccer League. We’ll play about 20 games this summer. … We got sponsorships. The girls put in a certain percentage of money, but sponsorships and fundraising brought in most of the money. We had about 10 sponsors from in and around Troy.”

Arndt wanted to begin the team because he saw a lack of opportunities for young women to play in the area.

“I’m a soccer trainer, and I train out of Five Star Sports in Troy, and John R Training is the name of my business,” said Arndt. “I train a lot of high school and college girls, and there was always a call for a soccer team in the city. It’s very popular with people here. There wasn’t one before, and I think it’s a great time for women’s soccer right now. I sent out a form, and about 120 people re-

sponded. This is a soccer-rich community.”

Among the players on the team and those who Arndt has trained is Keira Boskovich, a sophomore at Lourdes University.

“I’m one of the team captains. … I’ve actually been training with John for about five years,” she said. “He’s helped me through a lot of injuries. I had a horrible experience playing on a summer team last year, so when we brought it up that he might coach a team, it was something that a lot of young women in the community jumped on.”

Updates on the team are available on Facebook by searching “Troy Women’s Football Club.” Ticket prices at games are estimated at $5.

“I’m looking forward to the first year and I hope we can support our players. I want to get the word out that this is something new that they should support,” said Arndt. “It’s a semi-pro team. They don’t

See SOCCER on page 22A

Photo provided by John Arndt

The Troy City Women’s Football Club will be based in Troy but will feature top-tier high school and college players from around the community.

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The power washing season heats up in mid-April and runs through October, which means now is the perfect time to protect

your property by keeping it clean and performing optimally.

“It’s worth investing in maintenance,” Dan said. “It’s a lot cheaper to maintain something than it is to repair it or replace it.”

Honest Guys o ers competitive pricing with a quality of work that exceeds what the competition o ers. Dan and his team can also quote pricing for new brick installation, add-ons, retaining walls, rock and more.

“We’re the best,” Dan said. “We take care and pride in our work. We use only the best products and our employees are educated technicians with years of experience.”

Honest Guys Power Washing has a new o ce and showroom in Clarkston. For more information or to set up a consultation for a free estimate, visit honestguyspowerwash.com or call (248) 568-7152.

The Exterior Painters Celebrate 20 Years of Transforming Properties, Neighborhoods

Nothing transforms a property and makes it shine brighter than a fresh coat of paint. It’s simply the best and most cost-effective investment you can make for your home draped in the colors of yesterday.

The Exterior Painters have been revitalizing properties for 20 years.

“We specialize in just exterior painting, and the reason why we do that is we believe that repetition is the mother of all skill,” said owner Brian Scott. “For 20 years, that’s all we’ve been doing is outside work. When it comes to that, we do wood replacement and siding replacement. It makes us the perfect fit for homeowners who don’t want to re-side their whole house.”

The Exterior Painters replace damaged siding and boards as needed, but they’re not looking to push for a full siding replacement.

“It gets people by another 10 years and transforms the look of the house, bringing it to the next color trends of today,” Scott said.

“Another thing we do that makes us unique, we have a full-time color consultant,” Scott added. “For most people, that’s the hardest, most stressful part, choosing what color they want. Our consultant comes out and

meets with the homeowners and gives them an idea of what the new color trends are so they can make a good color choice that complements their landscaping, brickwork and architectural features.”

The Exterior Painters also specialize in brick staining.

“A lot of younger people are buying houses. We’re taking it from grandma’s house of the ’50s, ’60s or ’70s and bringing it to that HGTV look,” Scott said.

you’re getting a bigger bang for your buck.”

It’s a win for everyone, from the crews The Exterior Painters employ and pay well to the homeowners who see their neighborhoods transformed. The company paints 30 houses a week on average in Macomb, Oakland, Wayne and Livingston counties, and boasts a five-star Google review average.

Power washing the siding — and for an additional charge, soft washing the roof if needed — can also make a big difference in terms of curb appeal.

charge, soft washing the roof if needed — can also

transformed through fresh paint,

Scott said his crews often see their work spread from house to house in a neighborhood as the properties are transformed through fresh paint, siding repairs and much-needed washing.

“It’s the cheapest home improvement you can do without breaking the bank,” Scott said.

“With us you’re buying certainty. We don’t ask for a large deposit, and you don’t have to worry about anyone running off with your deposit,” Scott said.

“Compared to other home improvements,

“We stand by our work. We provide a warranty and proven results by taking care of everybody in the community. We’re Nextdoor’s No. 1 preferred contractor in Rochester two years in a row. It’s that certainty factor. You know what you’re going

“It’s the cheapest home to get.”

The Exterior Painters are located at 2365 Avon Industrial Drive in Rochester Hills. To request a quote or for more information, call (248) 844-8888.

Pets

from page 14A

“Someone who works away from home is OK to have any size dog, but pay attention to the breed classification, and what they were originally bred for,” she said. “A husky or German shepherd should not be locked up for long hours, but a Lab, pit bill or dachshund would be OK.”

She said cats should never be put in a crate unless being transported. For dogs, Wallace said crates can be used for three months to a year depending on the dog’s temperament. They should be used at bedtime, she said, or when you’re not home or unknown visitors are in the house.

“But never use the crate for a punishment or timeout,” she said. “Make the crate your dog’s home where they go to feel safe. Make sure it has their favorite blankets as long as they don’t chew them while you’re gone.”

For cats, the litter box should be scooped daily and changed about every three to four days. Starting out, place it near the food so that the cat can find it.

“It’s not uncommon to have a litter pan on each floor,” Wallace said.

She suggests not using pee pads for dogs if you can help it.

“Pee pads use scent detection to help the dog know they’re able to use it. Some dogs will remember that spot and continue to go to the bathroom there even when you remove the pee pad,” Wallace said.

In terms of environmental hazards, all dogs should avoid all types of mushrooms, fertilizer, salt — even if it’s described as having “pet safe” levels — and gardens. Dogs should never be fed grapes, avocados or onions.

With cats, keep them away from household plants such as aloe vera, lavender, oregano, jade and easter lilies. Be sure to research the plants in your home and whether they’re toxic to felines.

If other animals are present, boundaries should be established with baby gates or by leashing the animals to keep them separated until they have familiarity.

See PETS on page 23A

Soccer

from page 18A

get paid. It is college girls that are coming back from their college teams so they can get games in during the summertime. It helps them prep for their college teams in the fall. There are a few high school girls on the team as well.”

Each league’s standing is based on statistics, particularly the number of wins from each team.

“You play a specific amount of games. Depending on the stats, you can play for a first-place position,” said Boskovich. “The MPSL, you win a trophy based on those stats earned throughout the season. Your win-loss ratio is, obviously, the most important stat. For the other league, it’s a similar system.”

Boskovich hopes the team will keep her skills on point during the offseason but also hopes to build something special with the Troy City Women’s Football Club.

“Personally, I kind of hope to stay up on fitness and build the team into something. As a captain, it’s important to encourage the younger girls. I want to learn a lot that I can apply to my college team as well,” she said. “I hope we achieve the best we can. It’s a

long summer, but we’ve all put in the work. I want to create a bond and keep playing together and maybe open some doors. I hope we win. I hope we succeed, but I hope we can achieve more together as well.”

She added that, so far, community response to the team has been incredibly positive.

“Just from the sponsors we’ve spoken to and the community who have responded, people are excited to have a women’s team here. The established teams are either far away or not accessible,” said Boskovich. “I think John wanted to have this opportunity here for people who weren’t getting what they needed from what was currently established. I’m from Clinton Township, but this allows me to play in a way I wasn’t able to before.”

Boskovich credited Arndt with being a strong leader for a team and praised his skills as a trainer.

“I think the level of closeness sets this apart. He opens up his training to everyone. He takes the time to come to our games before we were on his team. He is very encouraging and posts about our achievements. A lot of players have gotten close to each other through him,” she said. “John is one of a kind when it comes to coaching. He has built this all by himself. We help him, of course, but

he took this on and made it into something incredible. The time and energy he puts in is amazing. I cannot wait to get to a coaching session with him. I don’t think he’s coached college or club, but he is a great coach. Other coaches are just on their phones or don’t care about their players’ personal lives or their mental health. John does.”

Arndt believes there’s a definite need for a women’s team like this in the community and says he knows just the squad to meet that need.

“I want the public to come out and

support and empower these women,” Arndt said. “As athletes, we have combined our efforts. There is a men’s club as well, Troy United Football Club. It’s been around at least five years. We are brother-sister clubs, so we will be coordinating together and giving back in the community together. We want the city to support us. Nowadays, with Title IX being around for 50 years or so, supporting women is a huge deal. They deserve the same recognition as the men.”

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

Photo provided by John Arndt

The Troy City Women’s Football Club will offer local players on high school and college teams a competitive team in which to play during their off seasons from their school teams.

Pets

from page 21A

“Don’t be tense when introducing them for the first time. Animals feed off your body language and energy. Allow them to determine their pecking order without you doing it for them,” Wallace said. “Just make sure no small children are around, and that they’re always separated by a barrier until you see tail wagging, sniffing, playing, licking, and sharing toys. If this is going on, you’re safe to remove the barrier. But look out for eyes locked on the other animal, stiff tails, hair standing up, ears back, snarling, showing teeth, getting territorial over toys, growling, or just overall excitement levels.”

One should never let their new rescue dog outside while unattended, she said.

“Just because your yard is fenced does not mean they cannot jump the fence. I’ve even seen them jump privacy fences,” Wallace said. “Your new dog should be leashed when taken outside and then taken right back in when they’re

done. You don’t know how they are with neighbors’ dogs and you don’t know if they will jump, dig massive holes, or if something may spook them to feel unsafe.”

Local wildlife is another concern.

“Some dogs go after wildlife and will attack and kill. Some dogs are scared and will run back to the door. It’s best to keep your animal vaccinated and away from all wildlife,” Wallace said. “Remember: Coyotes will go after any-sized dogs. It’s important to remember how your dog reacts to that could be life or death for your pet.”

She cautions against using shock collars.

“The dog is not going to learn the very first time you shock them, so if you become a person that repeats it until they listen, this could do one of two things: It could burn the shock collar to your dog’s neck and leave burnt spots on the neck, or it could desensitize the dog, and they will continue to do the behavior. Again, positive reinforcement: reward them for listening the first time. … Give the animal something to look forward to.”

As an aside, Wallace said that during the winter, certain

dog breeds enjoy being outside — notably, breeds such as huskies, malamutes, St. Bernards, Bernese mountain dogs and German shepherds. Still, check on them often and make sure they’re not limping along, as they may have snow jammed between their paw pads, which could cause frostbite.

One of the best ways to keep your pet safe is to properly identify them so that they can be returned home if they ever slip out of the house.

“A microchip is always the best way to go,” Wallace said. “Make sure to keep the pet’s information as up to date as possible. Your pet should also have the tag that comes with the microchip affixed to the collar, as well as a tag including the name, address and phone number.”

She said that new pet ownership is a thoughtful process.

“Don’t forget patience, and never expect your rescue animal to be perfect. They’re flawed just as we are. We’re going to have to give a bit, and so will they,” Wallace said. “Time and structure.”

Construction

from page 10A

Once the westbound side is rebuilt, the eastbound I-75 business loop will be closed from Woodward Avenue to I-75 sometime in mid- to late summer through the fall.

The project has had significant public engagement throughout the process, Bloomfield Township Supervisor Dani Walsh said, due to the original suggestion by MDOT to remove a ramp that she said would have “drastically affected an already highly congested area.”

“After the last public meeting, the MDOT administration and I have worked together to foster open communication with their staff, legislators, and the Bloomfield Township residents and business owners to better coordinate projects in our township prior to breaking ground. A project of this magnitude affects a main artery in our Township, so it is important to inform all residents and businesses directly affected so they can get prepared and plan how to adjust during construction season,” she said in a statement.

The project, according to Anason, is a great example of how MDOT engages the public and makes changes to designs based on public comments.

“We encourage everyone to participate

in local public meetings of all our projects. We listen and hear the public’s concerns and observations. When possible, we make changes accordingly. In this case, we heard from the public, and these ramps will remain open and will get an asphalt overlay to make them safer,” he said in an email.

MDOT’s April 10 open house is the next chance for the public to learn what’s included in the project and when it will happen, as well as to reiterate that ramps are not being removed, thanks to the input from the residents and township administrators.

“The meeting gives the public, especially those directly affected by the temporary construction zone, a chance to come and ask questions, see the full plan and address any concerns,” Walsh added.

The road construction will begin this month and will be completed in late fall. MDOT officials said some restoration and other miscellaneous work will be done in 2025.

“Although the process of construction can be stressful for those living along the route, as well as commuters that rely on access, the end result will be worth it,” Walsh said.

“MDOT understands that our construction and repair projects are extremely intrusive and inconvenient for the traveling public. We always appreciate your patience

and understanding as we continue to strive to provide Michiganders the best roadway network infrastructure possible,” Anason said in a statement.

Attendees who require mobility, visual, hearing, written or other assistance for participation in the April 10 meeting are asked to contact Orlando Curry at (517) 241-7462 or CurryO@Michigan.gov at least five business days prior to the scheduled meeting. Forms are located on the Title VI webpage. Requests made after this timeframe will be evaluated and honored to the extent possible, they said.

MDOT is also seeking public comment

to recognize and address any concerns that may result from the project. Concerns and comments can be sent to Jeff Pitt at PittJ@ michigan.gov or to Monica Monsma, 425 W. Ottawa St., P.O. Box 30050, Lansing, MI 48909. Comments may also be sent to MonsmaM@Michigan.gov.

For more information on the project, call MDOT at (517) 335-4381, Bloomfield Township at (248) 433-7700, or visit www. Michigan.gov/MiDrive.

Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

26A/ TROY TIMES • APRIL 4, 2024

APRIL 4

Michigan 529 program meeting: Learn about popular college savings plan, state to match $150 for new enrollees, 3:30-7 p.m., Troy Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Road, troypl.org

APRIL 7

Antique Appraisal Day: Bring as many as five items and photos for larger items, verbal appraisals only, selling and buying not allowed, noon-4 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road in Rochester Hills, rochesteravonhistoricalsociety.org/antique-appraisal-day-2024, (248) 266-5440, rahsupdates@gmail.com

APRIL 11

Troy-area Interfaith Group: Meeting includes presentation by Great Lakes Civility Project, 7-8:30 p.m., Central Woodward Christian Church, 3955 W. Big Beaver Road in Troy, troyinterfaithgroup.org, troy. interfaith@gmail.com

APRIL 20

Line dancing: Sponsored by Oakland County Traditional Dance Society, lessons for beginners at 7:15 p.m. and dancing from 7:30-9:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, info@ octds.org

APRIL 27

Contra dancing: Sponsored by Oakland County Traditional Dance Society, lessons for beginners at 7:15 p.m. and dancing from 7:30-10 p.m., live music by Dawn’s Early Light, First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, info@octds.org

PanCAN PurpleStride: Walk to end pancreatic cancer, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, purplestride.org/michigan

Paper shredding: Hosted by Jo + Co Realtors, all participants entered to win spring/fall yard cleanup and gutter cleaning ($500 value), 10 a.m.-noon, Smith Middle School, 5835 Donaldson in Troy, free but new personal hygiene and cleaning products for ChildSafe of Michigan being accepted, (248) 225-7419

Robotics demonstration: 10 a.m.-noon, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, (248) 524-3538

A Walk at the Zoo: Fundraiser for Shades of Pink Foundation, helps with living expenses for local people undergoing breast cancer treatment, 7 a.m.noon, Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak, shadesofpinkfoundation.org

ONGOING

Blood drives: 9 a.m-3 p.m. April 5, and 1-7 p.m. April

To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.

18 and 22, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, RedCrossBlood.org

Book clubs: Find month meetups for romance, mystery, learning English, kids/beginners and more, Troy Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Road, troypl.org

Widowed Friends events: Lunch1:30 p.m. every second Thursday of month, Alibi of Troy, 6700 Rochester Road, RSVP to Joyce at (586) 323-6007

• Breakfasts for men only, 10 a.m. every first and third Thursdays of month, Lukich Family Restaurant, 3900 Rochester Road in Troy, RSVP to Ed at (586) 909-1444

Troy Newcomers: Social group for women, activities include service projects, bowling, euchre, wine tasting, book club, games nights, golf, scrapbooking and more, troynewcomers.com, clubactivities@ troynewcomers.com

‘Native Gardens’: Comedy about neighbors feuding over fence line, April 4-7 and April 10-14, Meadow Brook Theatre on campus of Oakland University, 378 Meadow Brook Road in Rochester, see show times at mbtheatre.com

‘And Then There Were None’: Presented by Rochester University’s Department of Theatre and Music, 7:30

APRIL 8

View solar eclipse: Also activities, “Michigan Sky Tonight” program at planetarium and more, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, science.cranbrook.edu/visit/events

p.m. April 11-13 and 18-20, and 2:30 p.m. April 14 and 21, RAC Theatre on campus of Rochester University, 800 W. Avon Road in Rochester Hills, www. rochesteru.edu/ru-theatre-music

Health workshops: For chronic pain, high blood pressure and more, hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, beaumonthealth.digitalsignup.com

ADHD meetings: Hosted by CHADD of Eastern Oakland County, for adults and parents, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Zoom, see schedule on www.chadd.net/chapterevents/527

Summer camps

from page 6A

an instructor who is active in the world of musical theater. Brenz, an experienced musical theater performer, is starring as Maria von Trapp in the upcoming production of “Sound of Music” at St. Dunstan’s Theatre of Cranbrook. More information on this production can be found at stdunstanstheatre.com.

Instructing musical theater at The Community House is a full-circle moment for Brenz, who got her start in musical theater by going to musical theater camp every summer as a kid.

“I was able to learn and grow so much as a kid here at the Community House

through camps, and now I’m really excited to give back and to be able to do the same for the next generation,” Brenz said.

The Community House’s musical theater camp can help students gain confidence in themselves, learn values in teamwork and make new friends, organizers said.

“Even if kids have never stepped foot on a stage before, there’s so many life lessons that you can learn from theater,” Brenz said. No experience is necessary for musical theater camp. Brenz said both beginner and advanced students are invited to participate.

Students do not have to reside in Birmingham in order to register. More information on The Community House’s summer camps can be found at communityhouse.com.

Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.

Spring Stroll

from page 4A

participating in it,” Broadwell said.

The BSD encourages attendees to linger before and after the event to enjoy a meal at one of downtown Birmingham’s restaurants. If the weather is nice, guests might consider walking to Shain and Booth parks to enjoy their family-friendly amenities.

“Spring is a wonderful time to get out and about after the winter months. Our downtown is walkable and welcoming with its convenient parking options, centrally located parks and variety of shops, all of which contribute to the success of this strolling event,” Bassett said.

Visitors are welcome to park in the

downtown’s five municipal parking structures where parking is free for the first two hours. More information on parking can be found at ALLINBirmingham.com/park.

In addition to this spring event, the BSD has a full lineup of summer events that will also be free and family-friendly.

“We’re always looking for ways to invite people from near and far to enjoy the variety of offerings that we have here in downtown Birmingham,” Bassett said.

For more information on the Spring Stroll and other BSD events, visit ALLIN Birmingham.com/events and follow their social media accounts @BirminghamShop pingDistrict on Facebook and @bhamshop ping on Instagram.

Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.

Artist

from page 7A

dients in his paint pigments. He also uses materials such as a burlap sack from Alabama peanuts in his work.

The theme of this collection of work is “the Black Belt region.”

“I wanted to capture my contemporaries throughout the southeast to tell a story of what the Black Belt states look like,” Hall said.

One of his pieces is titled “Trinity.” In it, he depicts his friend Mashama Bailey, the first Black woman to win the “Outstanding Chef” James Beard Foundation Award. Among her many accomplishments in the culinary industry, Bailey is the executive chef and partner of The Grey in Savannah, Georgia.

Inspired by the regional produce of Savannah, Hall used turmeric and hibiscus to make an oil pigment.

Bailey is known for her foie gras and grits recipe, which includes a Creole sauce that Hall said is his favorite part of the dish. In his piece, “Trinity,” Hall includes the ingredients of the Creole sauce alongside the painting of Bailey.

“It’s such a powerful piece that she just deserves to have a wall all by herself,” VanGelderen said.

VanGelderen said she is excited to potentially introduce the local area to an out-of-state artist. She said that while his work is unique to where he is from, it has a universal message.

“It’s very thoughtful, and there are definitely lots of layers that are incorporated in the paintings that have much deeper meanings,” VanGelderen said.

To see Hall’s work in person, visit the BBAC before April 18. More information on the exhibition can be found at bbartcenter.org.

Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.

Peek Inside Your Health: Full Body MRI Screenings

Unveil Silent Issues Before Symptoms Arise

SOUTHFIELD- Full body MRI clinics have gained national attention lately, as TV personalities publicly share their personal full body scan experiences. One actress credits the scan for saving her life after doctors dismissed her unexplained pain for months. After various tests, including a CT scan, had “unremarkable” results, the pregnant actress became her own advocate, searched out a full body MRI clinic and discovered she had pancreatic cancer. Tanks to early detection the tumor was removed successfully.

As a general rule, when symptoms occur related to cancer, it usually has progressed to stage three or four. Even with annual physicals, there are limitations. Most screenings only

cover about 29% of cancers with 71% occurring outside of where doctors are able to screen. However, full body MRI scans can detect cancer in every organ from the top of the head through the genitals and can detect it very early. For a long time, full body MRI scans were available only in select areas outside of Michigan, requiring expensive fights like in Vancouver or California. However, this changed when a clinic opened in Southfeld, making these scans available to Metro Detroit residents.

“Our advanced MRI screening can detect cancers very early when they are as small as a pencil eraser and are more easily treatable. If cancer goes undetected, however, it can grow into stage three or stage four with difcult

treatments. We can also identify conditions such as brain, abdominal, chest, and groin aneurysms,” stated the founder of the Southfeld clinic called Bionicc Body Screening.

Te primary focus of Bionicc Body Screening is to deliver peace of mind, ofering a comprehensive and detailed imaging of the body’s internal structures. Te ultimate hope is for excellent health. However, in the event that something is detected, the advanced screening aims to catch any potential issues at their earliest stages. Tis approach ofers the best opportunity for successful treatment outcomes, should the need arise.

Robert B., age 50, opted for a full body scan from Bionicc Body Screening and a very small tumor

was detected. He said, “It saved my life. Teir MRI found a kidney tumor that had been missed by a recent CT scan. I cannot recommend this service more.”

Take the first step to learn more about full body scans by visiting www.BioniccBodyScreening.com and request a free, no obligation Information Kit. Request it today and you’re also guaranteed a copy of their FREE eBook, Catching Cancer Before It’s Too Late! (Tis is a limited time ofer.)

Schedule today at 1-833-BIONICC

0390-2412

MRI machines use magnets and emit no radiation.

Photos by Roscoe Hall II provided by the BBAC

CRIME WATCH

Jaycee Park vandalized

Graffiti was spray-painted on the exterior wall of a building at Jaycee Park sometime between 5 p.m. March 20 and 7 a.m. March 21. The police said they do not have any suspects. The park is located at 1775 E. Long Lake Road.

Vehicle steering wheels, columns stolen

Two recent incidents occurred in which the steering columns from vehicles were stolen while the vehicles were parked in the 300 block and the 500 block of Coachman Drive, respectively.

The first incident occurred in the 500 block sometime between 12:41 p.m. March 10 and 5:52 p.m. March 12. An unknown suspect broke the front window of a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu and took the steering column.

The second incident took place in the 300 block sometime between 8 p.m. March 11 and 6:30 a.m. March 12. An unknown suspect broke out the driver’s side front window of a 2019 Chevrolet Malibu and stole the steering wheel.

Jewelry, cash register stolen from estate sale

The back door of a home in the 700 block of Troywood Street that was being prepared for an estate sale was found to have been robbed sometime between 9 p.m. March 13 and 7:20 a.m. March 14.

The patio door was found open, and jewelry and the contents of a cash register were taken.

Home broken into

The resident of a home in the 400 block of Paragon Street reported to police that an unknown suspect entered his residence via a rear-facing window. Multiple drawers were found opened and emptied, but the victim did not believe anything was stolen. The break-in occurred between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. March 14.

Crash knocks out power to neighborhood

Power was lost in an area near John R and 14 Mile roads at approximately 2:20 a.m. March 15. Troy police said that a vehicle struck several electrical poles on the eastbound side of John R Road. Multiple

lines were hanging low or down completely as a result.

A 2012 GMC Sierra was located nearby, and after speaking with the driver, a 30-yearold Bad Axe man, who was uninjured, police determined that he appeared intoxicated. A preliminary breath test yielded a result of a 0.26% blood alcohol level. He was issued a citation for driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.17% or above.

Wallet stolen from shopper

A woman is believed to have been the victim of a common scam while shopping in the At Home store located at 200 W. 14 Mile Road at 1:30 p.m. March 15.

The victim reported that she was shopping in the store with her purse in her cart when she was approached by a woman who asked her for help reading a price tag. The victim left her cart with her purse unattended to help. After returning to her cart, the victim looked at her purse and realized that her wallet was missing. Two of the victim’s credit cards were subsequently used for fraudulent purchases.

Burglar alarm triggered at law office, art stolen

Police officers were called to the Hannawa Hirmiz Law Offices, located at 2909 E. Big Beaver Road, at 3:32 a.m. March 16 after a burglar alarm was triggered.

Upon arrival, officers found the front glass door smashed and a second glass interior door smashed. Officers spoke with the business owner, who reported that the only item of note missing was a piece of art from the wall.

$200 taken from car

Cash left in the center console of a 2021 Dodge Charger was stolen while the vehicle was parked in the 2300 block of John R Road at 3:56 a.m. March 16.

Shelby Township man charged for crash

A 36-year-old Shelby Township man was charged with one count of operating with a blood alcohol content of 0.17% or more and one count of open intoxicants in a vehicle following a crash at 6 p.m. March 19 in the area of John R Road and East Wattles Road.

Police said they located the at-fault driver after allegedly colliding with another

vehicle. They said they observed what appeared to be whiskey in two open containers and performed sobriety evaluations that they said the driver performed poorly. He was then taken into custody.

Mercedes stolen, recovered

A 2019 Mercedes Benz GLE was stolen from the driveway of its owner in the 4200 block of Seymour Drive sometime between 10 p.m. March 18 and 11:30 a.m. March 19. Police said the keys had been left inside the vehicle. The vehicle was recovered several days later in Detroit.

Car keyed and egged

A car was keyed and egged sometime between noon March 20 and noon March 21 in the 1000 block of Beaver Run.

Novi woman charged for allegedly striking parked vehicle

A 29-year-old Novi woman was charged for operating while intoxicated – second offense after allegedly striking a parked truck

with her black Hyundai Tucson several times while under the influence of alcohol and then allegedly leaving the scene.

The incident occurred at 7:22 p.m. March 22 in the 2700 block of Charter Drive. Police responded to a possible hitand-run after the Tucson in question was seen hitting the other vehicle and then the driver got out and ran into a nearby building.

Police arrived at the scene and found the Tuscon backed into a snowbank and still running. Officers located a woman matching a description of the driver, and she admitted that the vehicle was hers. A preliminary breath test was performed, which resulted in a blood alcohol reading of 0.201%. The driver was taken into custody.

Tires, rims taken from vehicle

The rims and tires from a vehicle were stolen sometime between 4 p.m. March 19 and 6:07 a.m. March 20 while parked outside the owner’s apartment in the 4100 block of Three Oaks Boulevard.

Deer

from page 13A

and a really small of what would be considered suitable deer habitat, they’re forced to be in neighborhoods and commons areas and every little woodlot,” DeVoe said. “You can see a deer any day of the week anywhere in (Rochester Hills) and pretty much all over southeast Michigan.”

The loss of habitat has led to behavioral changes in deer. DeVoe says fawns will be left in yards and common areas since humans keep predators like coyotes at bay. It has allowed the deer population to become a regular part of living in the region. The sight of deer is hardly an issue, but homeowners and drivers can have encounters with deer ranging from the inconveniences — deer tend to eat from gardens and planted fruit trees alongside native plants — to dire road hazards.

While living with deer can be challenging at times, DeVoe says the role of influence the four-legged neighbors have on residents tends to align with how important the local environment is for deer.

“If you live in an area where you have a big commons area and there’s a lot of natural food, like oak trees, then they’re not as persistent as they are when those things don’t exist,” DeVoe said.

In areas where deer lack natural food, the animals turn to garden plants. Deer can be deterred from dining in gardens through the use of physical barriers like nets and fences, applying repellents to plants or by planting flowers that deer do not like, such as hyacinth, sage or coneflower. Hazing deer by making loud noises or using noise-emitting devices to keep deer away also helps.

But no matter the tactics used to keep deer away from lawns and flowers, DeVoe says the white-tailed deer are not leaving their homes anytime soon. Humans, it seems, have come to accept this.

“I get fewer complaints (about deer) now than at any time that I’ve had this job, which is over 30 years,” DeVoe said. “I think people have adjusted to living with them and knowing that they’re going to be around and that sometimes there’s going to be a negative impact from them. But at the same time, there’s a lot of people where that’s why they enjoy living here, seeing the wildlife and having those opportunities. It’s a perspective thing, and I think people are becoming more realistic with living with them.”

Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.

Photo provided by Lindsey Larivee

A young white-tailed deer with a white coat was spotted by Lindsey Larivee in Troy in 2023.

Top dog: French bulldogs head up popular breeds in Detroit

METRO DETROIT — French bulldogs have secured the crown for the third straight year in the American Kennel Club’s annual rankings of popular dog breeds in Detroit.

Rottweilers came in second followed by German shepherds, golden retrievers and  Labrador retrievers. Make sure not to count beagles out in future years. The breed

climbed the rankings from 27th in 2022 to 12 in the new rankings, which looked at 2023.

This is the second year that French bulldogs have taken the crown in the national rankings too.

“Since overtaking the loveable Labrador Retriever as the most popular breed, the French Bulldog’s popularity has continued

NOTICE

Troy Police Unclaimed Auto Auction

The following vehicles have been deemed abandoned / unclaimed by their owners. They will be offered for sale at a Public Auction on May 3, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. The auction will be held at A & M Towing located at 2075 Austin Dr, Troy MI. Owners may redeem their vehicles until 9:00am on the day of the auction by paying all charges against the vehicle at A & M Towing. All vehicles are sold “as is” and must be removed within 24 hours. Any questions should be directed to the Troy Police Department Impound Management Team at 248-524-3469.

Please note that we are unable to answer questions regarding the condition of specifc vehicles prior to the auction and we cannot respond to such inquiries.

YEARMAKE MODELCOLOR VIN

2018CHEVROLETTRAX BLACK3GNCJLSB7JL336878

1995GMC SONOMARED1GTCS19Z7S8507769

2006CHRYSLER300 SIL2C3KA53G76H497214

2011KIA SORRENTOBLK5XYKT3A13BG137312

2020TOYOTACOROLLABLUJTDT4RCE8LJ004499

2013HYUNDAISONATA RED5NPEB4AC4DH741938

2019NISSAN SENTRA SIL3N1AB7AP1KY333323

2009VOLKSWAGENBEETLE RED3VWRF31Y49M402302 M.

to surge,” the AKC states in a press release. “The breed is playful, adaptable and has an even temperament. Frenchies are very popular among city dwellers, as they’re also portable and get along with almost anyone.”

French bulldogs also topped AKC lists in Denver and Miami.

“Founded in 1884, the American Kennel Club is a not-for-profit organization which maintains the largest registry of purebred dogs in the world and oversees the sport of purebred dogs in the United States,” the press release states.

— Nick Powers

TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BID NUMBER: #2324-21

The Board of Education of The Troy School District will receive sealed Bids on or before 2:00 p.m. on April 18th, 2024, for: Troy School District – BP#3E – New Smith Middle School – Ground Improvements Package. The BOE will not consider or accept a Bid received after the Due Date, the date, and time specifed for Bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on April 18th, 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: https://tinyurl.com/c2w9jpprk

Sealed bids must be submitted electronically through Building Connected at https://app.buildingconnected.com/projects/6603116e607f3e0035d48d10/bid-packages 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. Each bid must be accompanied by: 1) A 5% bid bond or certifed check; 2) A sworn and notarized criminal background affdavit; 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 04/04/2024

CITY OF TROY PUBLIC NOTICE

TO ALL, OWNERS OR OCCUPANTS OF LAND IN THE CITY OF TROY REQUIREMENT TO CUT TURF GRASS AND WEEDS

City of Troy Code Chapter 82 Property Maintenance, Section 302.4 details the requirements of property owners to maintain turf grass and weeds on property and adjacent right of ways to a height not exceeding 8 inches height. Chapter 82 Property Maintenance can be viewed on the City of Troy’s web site at troymi.gov or at the City Clerk’s Offce.

Chapter 82 Property Maintenance Code will be enforced. This Chapter requires the owner, occupant or persons having control or management of any premises within the City of Troy to cut turf grass or weeds and to prevent the perpetuation of weeds as required under this section during the period of May 1 to November 1 of each year. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a Municipal Civil Infraction Notice or Citation under Troy City Code Chapter 100, Municipal Civil Infractions, and/or the entry on the premises by the City or its agent to cut said turf grass and/or weeds or to prevent perpetuation of weeds.

The City has the discretion to send via frst class mail a notice to the last property owner of record and/or to attach a notice to the premises stating that the City intends to cut said turf grass and/or weeds or treat weeds, and if the turf grass and/ or weeds are not cut or the weeds are not treated, the City may proceed to cut the turf grasses and/or weeds or treat the weeds. Failure to send such a warning notice does not in any way prevent the City or its agent from entering on the premises to cut turf grass and/or weeds or to treat weeds, as long as a general notice has been published.

If the City or its agent is required to enter onto the premises to cut turf grass and/or weeds, or to take action to prevent the perpetuation of weeds, the property owner designated on the City assessment or tax rolls shall be assessed the cost, payable to the City, for each required abatement. The City or its agent may enter onto said premises as many times as necessary between May 1st and November 1st to cut turf grass and/or weeds or treat weeds and charge the cost to the property owner for each cutting or treatment. The City is authorized to recover the cost of wages, overtime wages, fringe benefts, cost of equipment, supplies, materials and a ten (10) percent administration charge to cover the expense of administering the abatement work that is performed.

Property held as common property, such as, but not limited to: common areas of a condominium development (including a site condominium), subdivision, cul-de-sac, traffc medians, boulevards, islands, parks, playgrounds, detention and retention areas, open space or any other common area or other form of development for which the City is unable to determine the occupant or person having control or management over a common area with assessment or tax records, the City or its agent may enter onto the common property to abate any nuisance of a type set out in this Chapter. The costs incurred by the City for the nuisance abatement shall be pro-rated among each individual property owner in the condominium development, subdivision or other individual owner in a development with common property. The City Treasurer shall send a statement to each owner for their specifc pro-rated portion. If the invoice is not timely paid, the total amount charged shall become an assessment against that particular property for that pro-rated share.

The City Treasurer shall forward an invoice to the owner on the last local assessment or tax roll of the total charges assessed against each premises. Thirty (30) days from the date each statement was mailed, payment shall be made. If the invoice is not paid within thirty (30) days, the total amount shall become an assessment against the land and a lien against the property.

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Johnson Estate Auction. 1975 John Deere 2630 diesel tractor, CAT 216, diesel skid steer, machinist tools, zero turn mower, more. Bidding ends April 16. Bid. SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC. com to view catalogue, other auctions. 1-800-835-0495.

Live Auction Gerald "Jerry" Gardner Retiring from farming. IH 1086 Tractor with Cab, IH 1066 Turbo tractor with cab, Bailers, Conditioners Rakes & more. 4/20/2024 10am 1801 E. Cohoctah Rd Howell MI 48855 Info@narhiauctions.com 810-266-6474

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Help Wanted General Engineer - Product Development sought by Schaeffer Group USA Inc. in Troy, MI. Lead product dvlpmnt of hydraulic cam phasers for engines for OEM customers & Tier 1. Reqs: Bach deg or foreign equiv in Mech’l Engg or rel +3 yrs exp in job offered or rel. 3 yrs exp must incl dsgng auto engines & subsystems, incl hydraulic camphasers for engines or clutch discs for auto w/manual transmission system; analyze returned parts from tests or vehicle apps assessment of run time condition & potential failures & prep tech’l reports to record fndings; interpret fnite element analysis results & implmt improvements to product durability based on test results; read, prep & correct tech’l drawings; APQP reqmts; create product specifc models & drawings using S/ware Creo Parametric; Product Data Mgmt prgms incl Windchill & SAP; dsgn Failure Mode & Effect Analysis & IQ FMEA s/ware; & geometric dimensioning & tolerancing. Travel reqd to Schaeffer locs & client sites nationally, 10%. Telecommuting permitted 2 days/wk. To apply, please email resume to OR-IBC-hr-recruiting@schaeffer.com. Must specify ad code GCSGUSA 0232-2414

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