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MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — The Madison Heights/Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual State of the Cities event March 23, at Eastern Palace Club in Hazel Park. The program featured speeches by the mayors of both Madison Heights and Hazel Park, highlighting trends and accomplishments in each town.

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“I am happy to report tonight that the state of Madison Heights is strong,” said the city’s mayor, Roslyn Grafstein, according to her prepared remarks. “Citywide, we are completing unprecedented capital improvements to our city facilities, parks and public safety infrastructure and equipment. In addition, thanks to the hard work of staff, we have been the recipient of many grant programs and partnerships that will pay dividends for years to come, and help us provide excellent services to everyone who works, lives or visits Madison Heights,” Grafstein said. The last two years have seen Madison Heights focused on meeting the needs of its changing business demographics, she said. In 2022, development activity returned to pre-pan-

“The past decade has brought many changes to our city, but change is nothing new for Hazel Park,” began the city’s mayor, Mike Webb, according to his prepared remarks. He cited a paper written by Howard Beecher, a former official of the Hazel Park Public Schools who wrote in the 1920s about the unincorporated area that would later become the city of Hazel Park, and how at that time, the area was populated by people seeking work in the auto industry, which led to a population boom that strained government services. “In order to survive, Hazel Park would have to become a city,” Webb said, tracing Hazel Park’s formation from its official incorporation in the early 1940s, as well as its reputation as a blue-collar town helping to build the “Arsenal of Democracy.”

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In his speech at the State of the Cities March 23, Hazel Park Mayor Mike Webb said his town continues to grow as an emerging hot spot in the metro Detroit area.

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During her address at the State of the Cities March 23, Madison Heights Mayor Roslyn Grafstein described many developments taking place in her city. She also called for increased awareness and support for mental health efforts.

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Sarah Laurence, a second grade teacher at Simonds Elementary in the Lamphere Schools and Oakland County’s Elementary School Teacher of the Year, gets a hug from the school’s principal, Rachael Wenskay, after learning of her award March 22.

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Surveillance video at the PNC Bank on South Chrysler Drive in Hazel Park captured these images of a robbery suspect on March 16. Both the Hazel Park Police and the FBI are investigating. Those with leads on the suspect are asked to call Hazel Park Police at (248) 542-6161.

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‘She will take care of your heart, and help you grow’ “So, there’s a lot of dinner table talk centered around education, on both sides of my family — it’s always been at the forefront, instilled in me how important it is,” Laurence said. “I think that came into play with me wanting to be a teacher. I also had really great elementary school teachers, and I just loved school in general — those years were honestly some of the best of my life.” She was surprised by the good news of her award on March 22, when a group of officials from the

HAZEL PARK — Authorities continue to search for a suspect who stole money during an early morning bank robbery in Hazel Park. “It’s very unusual,” said Hazel Park Police Chief Brian Buchholz. “I want to say that the last time we had a bank robbery in Hazel Park was over four years ago.” The incident occurred around 9:50 a.m. March 16, at the PNC Bank at 22711 S. Chrysler Dr. in Hazel Park. The suspect reportedly approached the teller and indicated in a note that he had a gun, although no weapon was seen by the teller. “The circumstances were that he passed a note demanding money,” Buchholz said. “I’m sure that if there were other customers with him at the bank at the time, they may not have known what was going on.” The suspect received an undisclosed amount of cash before promptly leaving the building. Both the Hazel Park Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are on the case, describing the suspect as a Black man in his early 30s, standing between 5 feet 6 inches tall and 6 feet tall, and weighing about 150 pounds. During the incident, the suspect wore a blue knit hat under the hood of a dark-colored sweatshirt. His mouth was concealed by a black

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SARAH LAURENCE IS OAKLAND COUNTY’S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

MADISON HEIGHTS — For as long as she can remember, Sarah Laurence wanted to teach. The second grade teacher at Simonds Elementary, in the Lamphere Schools, was recently named Oakland County’s Elementary School Teacher of the Year. A graduate of Lamphere herself, she has been teaching in the district for more than 20 years and hails from a family of educators, including her mother, aunt, uncle and cousin.

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After the Second World War, Hazel Park entered a period of growth with reasonably priced homes fueling new subdivisions. The Hazel Park Raceway opened in 1949, providing for half of the city’s general fund budget by the mid-1950s. But the horse racing industry was in decline by the ’90s, due to competition from casinos in Detroit. The state also began cutting funding to cities. “In order to survive, Hazel Park had to adapt to those changing times. I’m proud

innovative solutions to keep Hazel Park alive and moving forward. We can now see how those efforts paid off, with Hazel Park now developing a regional reputation as one of metro Detroit’s emerging hotspots,” Webb said. “Our residential, commercial and industry property values are experiencing some of the strongest growth among Oakland County communities. Our housing stock is growing and diversifying. Crime remains low, and we continue to provide excellent city services.” He said the city also continues to partner with the Hazel Park Public Schools on efforts to keep the district safe, to improve

youth recreation programs, and to provide educational opportunities through the Hazel Park Promise Zone, which helps send resident graduates to college. The city also continues to seek grants, and recently secured funds for improvements at both Green Acres Park and the Hazel Park Recreation Center, as well as to create a pop-up business center on the south end of John R Road. The city is also working on efforts to secure funding to address lead water line replacement, lighting upgrades, pension fund relief and bike lanes. “Our Building Department is the busiSee WEBB on page 7A

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to announce that we haven’t just adapted to survive — we have adapted to thrive,” Webb said. “We embraced our motto, ‘The Friendly City,’ and we made sure that everyone knew that everyone was welcome in Hazel Park, regardless of sexual orientation, race, religion or political affiliation. All we ask is that everyone obey the law and be respectful of others.” The mayor said the city was able to survive thanks to millages passed by residents during the lean years of the Great Recession, and by city employees who took cuts during those tough times. “Our administration scrambled to find

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MADISON HEIGHTS — For the first time in three years, the Madison Heights Women’s Club will organize a pub crawl benefitting the Madison Heights Memorial Day Parade. This will be the 10th pub crawl to date. The event will take place Saturday, April 15 and tour six venues. Each venue will keep profits from their sales but pay $100 toward the fundraiser to participate. The cost of admission for attendees is $20 the day of the event and includes city-provided bus transportation, cover charges and a donation to the parade. Check-in will be at 5:30 p.m. at the rear parking lot of the Active Adult Center, located at 29448 John R Road across from Texas Roadhouse. Participants will visit all six venues, which include Celina’s, Irish Tavern, Mia’s Tasty Grill, On The Rocks, Madhouse Bar & Grill, and The Coach

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MADISON HEIGHTS — The city of Madison Heights will host its annual Run for the Health of It 5K Run/Walk, starting at the Red Oaks Nature Center, 30300 Hales St., at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 22, with check-in starting at 7:15 a.m. The cost of admission is $35 for residents and $40 for nonresidents until April 21. On the day of the event, the cost is $40 for residents and $45 for nonresidents. There are also special T-shirts available while supplies last. Registration is online at madisonheights.org or in person at the Madison Heights Department of Public Services, 801 Ajax Drive. Proceeds help keep recreation programming free or low cost through the recreation scholarship program. For more information, call (248) 589-2294.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Madison Heights Youth Assistance will hold its Family Night inside Madison Heights Fire Station 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 13. The fire station is located at 31313 Brush St. in Civic Center Plaza, off 13 Mile Road west of John R Road. The free event will feature a variety of health and wellness activities, in addition to crafts, tips and giveaways for the whole family. There will also be soft drinks and light snacks provided.

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Sports Grille. Attendees will be assigned to a group that they will travel with throughout the evening, so participants must arrive no later than 5:40 p.m. Attendees pay their own food and beverage costs at each venue, and must be 21 and older and sign a waiver.

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MADISON HEIGHTS — The Red Oaks Nature Center, 30300 Hales St. in Madison Heights, will hold an event called “Eggcellent Spring” from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 8. The spring-themed event will discuss the many animals in southeast Michigan that lay eggs this time of the year. Attendees are also invited to bring their own hard-boiled eggs to dye using naturally derived pigments. The cost is $4 per person, with preregistration required by calling (248) 585-0100.

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MADISON HEIGHTS — The Red Oaks Nature Center, 30300 Hales St. in Madison Heights, will hold the next installment of its weekly preschool series, Morning Munchkins, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Friday, April 7. They’ll be reading the children’s book “A Log’s Life” by Wendy Pfeffer and learning about the importance of trees in the forest. Attendees will also complete a hands-on, nature-based discovery activity. The cost is $4 per child, with preregistration required by calling (248) 585-0100.

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demic levels, including the approval of about $26 million in new construction, bringing the overall value of ongoing construction in the city to around $37 million. “Many of our ongoing projects are expected to take multiple years to complete, and with nationwide labor shortages, supply chain issues and inflation, other projects continue to be delayed, and it remains a challenging construction season for developers and business owners,” she said. The mayor said the city continues to meet with businesses interested in Madison Heights. “Over the last year, I have met with representatives of various consulates to highlight the attractiveness of Madison Heights as a multicultural hub and the perfect suburb for international companies looking to set up in the metro Detroit area,” Grafstein said. “I have also spoken with developers and others involved in commercial real estate about the changes we have been making in our ordinances to be more attractive for investment and development.” These discussions have included ideas for the city’s vacant and underutilized parcels, and their potential redevelopment as mixeduse sites and multi-family homes. She said the city has welcomed new businesses such as Michigan Roots Artisan Shoppe and Systematic Manufacturing Inc., and that existing businesses have seen renovations and expansions, such as those at Master’s Millwork and Mia’s Bakery & Coffee Shop. In the downtown area, Woodpile BBQ expanded its outdoor seating and Diamond Jim’s overhauled its exterior, while The Supply House relocated to its own space, making way for the growth of Cadillac Straits Brewing Company. Many of these projects were supported by local grants and programs through the Downtown Development Authority, including the DDA’s facade and sign grants, and the

redevelopment liquor license program. The mayor also highlighted residential development, with more than 500 building permits in 2022 and $1 million in construction completed, and close to another $2 million in ongoing projects. This year, the city is partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County on a federal grant assisting homeowners on home improvements. The city also received Neighborhood Enhancement Program monies through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, as well as funds for minor home repairs through the Community Development Block Grant Program, which together brings the total home repair assistance funds to just under $1 million. The city has been improving its own assets as well. In 2022, the city broke ground on the largest capital investment in its history, with a project at Civic Center Plaza that includes the renovation and downsizing of City Hall, the renovation of the library, and the construction of a new Active Adult Center between them, as well as the off-campus renovation of Fire Station 2. There will also be eight charging stations for electric vehicles at Civic Center Plaza. Currently, the overall project is about 75% complete. The mayor said quality of life has been another priority, including the gradual restoration of the tree canopy over the past five years, with more than 250 trees planted in 2022. The current focus is on south side neighborhoods and the John R corridor, increasing their appeal for pedestrians and local businesses. The city has also invested more than $1 million in park improvements, with another $1 million planned each year for the next two years, spanning a wide range of projects from play structure replacements to renovated ballfields and new park lights. This year, Ambassador Park will be renamed McGillivray Park in honor of Oakland County Commissioner Gary McGillivray, who has served the city for decades. The city is also partnering with the county to enhance the park, including new pickleball

courts, bathrooms, walking path upgrades and connector trails to the golf course and John R Road. The city has also been upgrading its zoning ordinance, with an eye toward userfriendliness for potential investors. Last year, the city hired McKenna Associates to develop a complete rewrite of the zoning ordinance, aligning it with the goals of the city’s 2020 master plan. A first draft was finished in February, and city staff anticipates the ordinance will be in full effect later this year. Madison Heights is also joining Oakland Thrive, a newly formed countywide nonprofit that will provide resources for new and aspiring business owners. The city is currently in talks with Thrive to host an open house for them in the city. Grafstein also used her address to provide an update on the property formerly known as Electro-Plating Services at 910, 945 and 959 East 10 Mile Road — site of the infamous “green ooze” laced with hexavalent chromium that leaked onto Interstate 696 in late 2019. “Today I am happy to share that demolition and remediation on these three sites have been completed and the city has recently taken possession of these three parcels,” Grafstein said. “We will continue to work with the state of Michigan to turn this former eyesore into a quality redevelopment opportunity that can serve as a catalyst for the entire corridor.” The mayor also underscored the city’s diversity, citing its selection of ethnic eateries, multinational companies and cultural centers. Madison Heights is home to both the American Islamic Community Center and the Chinese Community Center, as well as the Mexican Consulate. Grafstein also drew attention to the nation’s struggle with mental health issues. She said local government is limited in what it can do, but she wants the community to show compassion and understanding for those suffering from mental illness. “There are not enough support resourc-

es available for those suffering from a mental illness, and the stigma is still there. Far too often, those suffering from a mental illness are ignored or shunted between bureaucracies, struggling to maneuver through the system while trying to find help and instead finding another layer of stress,” Grafstein said, before calling for new incentives for people to become mental health professionals, as well as for businesses to better accommodate the mental health needs of their employees. “All in all, 2022 was a year of growth and learning,” the mayor concluded. “I look forward to another year of working with our partners as we continue to support and grow our businesses.” Following the speech, Madison Heights City Councilman David Soltis said that he hopes the city also keeps other vulnerable groups in mind, such as seniors, as well as children facing abuse and neglect in Michigan. “There is, in a sense, an actual epidemic every year for child abuse and maltreatment, and the state has barely scratched the tip of the iceberg. That’s why each city needs to do its part to advocate for our children,” Soltis said. “I also think that we, as a City Council, tend to spend too much time on initiatives we don’t need, like courting marijuana companies, when there are many residents who can really use our help.” Soltis added, “In terms of seniors, I am also disappointed that the city hasn’t done more to encourage low-income senior housing facilities, and to provide more long-term healthcare facilities that accept more Medicaid cases. The very poor seniors that need to go into a nursing home often have a rough time finding one or being accepted into one, so that’s a huge hindrance toward low-income seniors that need long-term care. “I would love to see the city come up with some solutions for our seniors who want to age in place and stay at home and live out their years. That’s a huge thing, and I feel it’s also a dignity issue,” Soltis said. Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.

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est it’s ever been,” Webb said, pointing to nearly 700 new building permits for residential and commercial improvements in the past two years, including more than 30 new homes and 45 new condos. After the raceway closed at the corner of 10 Mile and Dequindre roads, the city worked with Ashley Capital to redevelop the property into the Tri-County Commerce Center, which today features two electric battery companies — LG Electronics and Akasol Inc. — as well as other high-tech companies such as Dakkota Integrated Systems, Hi-Lex Controls Inc. and Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. Down the street from them is Exlterra, a green technology company that was cleaning radiation from the Chernobyl nuclear plant area before Russia invaded Ukraine. “These companies are building the sustainable future, and we’re so happy they’re here in Hazel Park,” Webb said. The mayor pointed to renovations at Hazel Park businesses such as Tony’s Ace Hardware and Doug’s Delight, as well as the opening of two new coffee shops, Java Hut and Hazel Perk. He also highlighted the con-

tinued success of local eateries such as Mabel Gray, Frame and Loui’s Pizza. “I’m excited about our future,” he said. “Discussions are underway with our administration as we speak to redevelop the old CVS on John R, and another developer is currently beginning the process of developing the property north of the site. When completed, these projects will completely change the face of Hazel Park.” The sale of the derelict Landmark Community Church will also provide an opportunity for new housing developments in the city, he said. “It is truly an exciting time to be in Hazel Park,” Webb said. “The state of Hazel Park is strong.” Alissa Sullivan, a member of the Hazel Park City Council, said after the speech that she appreciated the Chamber of Commerce’s work organizing the event. “I think that going forward, I’m anticipating some of the new developments that we hope to see happen in our community, and I think those are really going to change the perspective that people have on development in our community,” Sullivan said. She pointed to the future addition of Corktown Health — an LGBTQ-focused health center to be located on John R Road north of Nine Mile Road — as one example.

“They also offer classes and other resources. They’ve even hosted health events at our rec center before, such as a (COVID) vaccine clinic,” Sullivan said. “They will be a great resource for our community and surrounding communities.” She said she is also personally working on initiatives that she hopes will improve transparency in government, including eas-

ier access to council agendas, and more messaging about meetings and ways for residents to provide feedback. “I want us to give people more access to information, so they can see what we’re working on, and also opportunities to ask questions about it, because I think public engagement is so important in how a city leads and develops itself,” Sullivan said.

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METRO DETROIT — April showers may bring May flowers, but they can also bring severe issues for homeowners. Spring weather is often very wet, both from snow melting and from an increase in rainfall. These wet conditions mean there are several issues that can crop up for homeowners “The biggest problems come from big snow melts or rains that cause backups. Basement flooding is a huge problem around this time of year,” said Frank Winters, the owner of Birmingham Plumbing. “Tree roots can also grow into your sewer line, particularly in old houses that have clay pipes. They can even grow into broken PVC pipes and clog the drain.” “The biggest risks around this time of year include damage to finished basements,” added Rich Piccirilli, the chief operating officer of the Foundation Authority in Clinton Township. “Any kind of flooding is bad. That can destroy possessions, damage the foundation or lead to mold, among other things. You need to pay attention to your home.” Piccirilli said that homeowners should take this time of year to do a check of their home’s condition as they do their spring cleaning. “This is the best time of the year to do an exam of their home,” he explained. “Most people in the next 30 days are often outside and doing spring cleaning, so they often notice things. Just look for things; cracks in the brick, windows not closing or opening properly, walls starting to buckle. The soil can expand from the water and affect your home. … You can smell and see mildew. I would always recommend calling a professional to check it out if you see something. It’s better to be safe.” There are steps homeowners can take to try to avoid such problems. It can be very important to clean a house’s gutters and ensure the downspouts pour the gutters’ water away from the home properly. “Make sure your downspouts are hooked up and have proper grading away from the house,” said Piccirilli. “Downspouts are important. Make sure gutters are clean and extended away from the house. If it’s pointed away but the grade

pours it back toward the house, it still pools around the structure. You want that water away from the house.” Winters said that making sure the home has a working sump pump and backups that are designed to mitigate or prevent flooding is something homeowners should be doing at least once a year. “Usually people start identifying problems when water starts showing up,” he said. “Preemptively, you could look for cracks in your basement walls. Make sure your gutters outside aren’t dumping next to the house. Make sure the sump pump and backups are working so they don’t stick when you need them. The backup might not be used for years, so you want to run it periodically to keep it fresh. You might want to make sure your storm trap is clear and inspected.” Piccirilli advised homeowners to look out for mold but to be very cautious when dealing with it, as some forms can be hazardous to a person’s health. “In the case of mold or mildew, you can get some household products to clean some light mildew,” he said. “That white effervescence … you can clean that or have a company like ours take care of it. For full-blown black mold, you need to consult a professional company that knows how to deal with that. It can be dangerous.” Perhaps most importantly, making sure a home has the proper insurance coverage in the event of flooding could save families thousands of dollars in the event of a severe problem caused by spring weather. “We had a guy who walked in with a basement that was flooded with 3 feet of water and didn’t have insurance,” said Winters. “You always want to make sure you get that insured. We had to replace the sump pump and furnace. He lost pretty much everything he had in that basement.” Piccirilli said that a little prevention can go a long way. For every $1 invested in disaster mitigation, $6 can be saved in damages and repairs. “A lot of people are almost scared when they see a crack and are afraid it will be a $20,000 repair,” he said. “Often, it’s not — it’s just a $500 repair. If you can spot these issues soon, it can cost you a lot less money.” Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

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Lamphere Schools and Oakland Schools districts knocked at her classroom door. “We were connecting our math learning to the pyramids of Egypt, making outside connections. I was at the front of the room when all these people walked in, and I was just floored,” Laurence said. Laurence teared up when she saw close family and friends among the visitors, including her parents, Mary and Dan Eidson; her daughter, Emma; and her colleague and best friend, Jen Vivian, a third grade teacher she first met at Simonds Elementary. Vivian also brought her son, Noah, and her mother, Kathleen Cupp. “She’s my ride-or-die at this point, the go-to person,” Laurence said of Vivian. “Honestly, I have developed so many relationships with my colleagues here. I believe they’re all deserving of recognition here. It’s so important to have colleagues that support you and try to be on the same page as you. I think the teamwork within the building has been a very integral piece of our success.”

Vivian said she and Laurence first bonded over their love of kids, but also over their passion for social studies, weaving those elements into lessons on other topics like reading, writing and math. She said Laurence has a natural gift for connecting with people of all ages. “Sarah is very calm, she’s very patient, she is an amazing listener, and I think she works really hard to try to teach through the moment, whether she’s working with a child or even a new teacher who she’s mentoring,” Vivian said. “When you’re around her, there’s this sense of calm where you feel safe — you feel like you can go to her, and you know she’s trustworthy. She can talk through things with you, and help you realize you can solve your problems. She will take care of your heart, and help you grow.” Students and parents showered Laurence with glowing praise in support letters nominating her for the award. “Mrs. Laurence’s constant positivity kept her classroom feeling exciting, safe and comfortable,” wrote Braelyn Burton, now a sophomore at Lamphere High. “As a high school student, her constant support helped me through my parents’

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SEED LIBRARIES: A GROWING TREND ‘WE’RE NOT GARDENING FOR OURSELVES ANYMORE. WE’RE GARDENING FOR NATURE.’ BY KATHRYN PENTIUK kpentiuk@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — Each year, Michiganders eagerly wait for Old Man Winter to take his final breath and allow Mother Nature to usher in spring with new life. For those who have been shut inside all winter, spring brings much-needed fresh air and allows for reconnecting with nature. Local libraries encourage the public to get their hands dirty and start a garden this season by offering seed libraries. There are currently 130 active seed libraries in Michigan and around 600 nationwide, according to Bevin Cohen, who created the Michigan Seed Library Network as a connection tool to promote and develop seed libraries. Cohen is a Michigan-based author specializing in herbalism, seed saving and sustainability practices through the homestead project he and his wife own, called Small House Farm in Sanford. Though each seed library differs slightly from the next, the general model allows librarygoers to “check out” seed packets of different plant varieties such as vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers and even Michigan native plants, which attract vital pollinators like bees and butterflies. Typically, libraries limit how many seed packets can be checked out at a time and encourage seed saving so that they can replenish their supply. Professional seed saver Cohen explains that the process isn’t as complicated as it may seem. “It’s pretty simple. The first detail is learning how to identify when the seeds are ready to be harvested, which varies from one crop to the next,” Cohen said. Cohen said that knowing where the seeds are and when they’ll be ready is crucial in seed saving. “With things that (are) easy to grow, like beans and peas, we’re harvesting the seeds themselves, so those are really easy to identify. Plants like tomatoes and peppers will change from green to red, signifying their ripeness. Therefore, the seeds are ready to go. With some things that we grow and eat, we are already saving the seeds without realizing it, like when you extract the seeds from a melon before eating it.” According to Cohen, seeds don’t have a strict expiration date; as long as they are stored in a cool, dark location, they can remain viable for many years. If stored in an airtight container

in a freezer, they might be able to last for decades at a time. Cohen does specify that there is an exception to this rule: Seeds for parsnips, spinach and most onion varieties tend to lose their viability after the first year. Every year, the Michigan Seed Library Network showcases a different seed with Michigan roots through their “One Seed, One State” initiative. One Seed, One State unites seed libraries across the state under one common goal to grow the same plant. This year’s seed is Grand Rapids lettuce, which is described as an easy-to-grow frilly, non-bitter leaf lettuce that can be eaten as early as 28 days after planting. The “father of forced lettuce,” Eugene Davis, developed Grand Rapids lettuce in the late 1800s. Since this variety of lettuce is known to be cold hardy, it is credited with establishing the greenhouse winter lettuce industry in Grand Rapids, which supplied the Great Lakes region with lettuce for decades. The Michigan Seed Library Network served over 200 seed libraries with One Seed, One State kits in 2023, and Cohen estimates that nearly 900 individuals attended the seventh annual Central Michigan Seed Swap, an event inviting people to “Swap, share and share!” It was held Feb. 25. Lisa Martin, the branch librarian at the Warren Civic Center Library, is excited to announce the arrival of seed libraries at all four Warren libraries this April and that they will be participating in this year’s One Seed, One State project. Currently, the Civic and the Burnette Branch libraries are collecting seed donations of leftover seed packets (unopened or partial packets) to start their seed library. All donations must be labeled and placed in sealed bags, packets or envelopes. If you write your name on your donations, you’ll be entered in a drawing this fall for a gift card. Additionally, Cohen will be hosting a “Seed Saving 101” workshop at the Civic Center Library 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, June 6. Martin said that much of the inspiration for Warren’s seed libraries came from the Ferndale Area District Library’s impressive seed library model. Adult services librarians Sarah Bowman and Michelle Williamson have been running the seed library in Ferndale for three years now. Williamson explained that the Ferndale Garden Club initiated the founding of the seed library just a year or so prior to her involvement and still plays an active role in educating library-goSee SEEDS on page 12A

RIGHT: In mid-April, seed packets will be available that are donated by GroTown at all four Warren Public Library branches. They are designated for children to take home and plant with their families. Photo by Lisa Martin

BELOW: The Rochester Municipal Park butterfly garden. Photo by Marilyn Trent

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surgical mask, emblazoned with the image of a white clenched fist on the right side. He was also wearing a dark-colored Detroit Tigers jacket, with orange trim on the collar and waist, and the word “Tigers” printed in white across the front left side. The chief advised anyone approached by a robber or who is a witness to a robbery in progress to exercise caution. “It’s not worth getting injured or even killed over,” Buchholz said. “We’d suggest that people do what they’re told by the robber. Obviously, it’ll be very upsetting, so it might be difficult to remember certain factors, but if they can just focus on remembering anything that might help us later in our investigation identifying them, we’d appreciate that.” He described some key details to observe. “Anything that sticks out: scars, marks, tattoos — those are obvious identifiers that might help us hone in on the suspect. Something different than a generic description

of, say, ‘a white guy with brown hair.’ There have also been times when a suspect had a certain identifiable walk or gait that helped lead us to them,” Buchholz said. A description of how the suspect sounds can also help, including any dialect or verbal ticks. “It all helps us narrow down the suspect,” Buchholz said. “And if a vehicle is involved, it helps to know the license plate. In the heat of the moment, when you’re scared to death, that may be hard to remember. But if people have phones on them, they can take pictures after the suspect leaves. “Again, we don’t want people putting themselves at risk. But even watching for the direction they leave can help us find them,” he said. “But don’t endanger yourself — if you see the suspect vehicle driving through traffic lights, just get out of the way and let us know. The quicker we know about something, the quicker we can respond.” If you know more about this crime or others, call Hazel Park Police at (248) 5426161. Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.

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ers on sustainable garden practices. The Ferndale Garden Club and Cheryl English from Black Cat Pottery will host “It’s Easy To Be Green,” which will help attendees with educational tools and practices to promote environmental sustainability within their gardens, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 16. Ferndale’s seed library is host to a wide array of seed offerings, including Michigan native plants like milkweed varieties that draw in pollinators, which are donated by their partner, the Ferndale Monarch Project. “I think people think weeds and assume the plants are ugly,” Bowman said. “And they aren’t going to be cut flowers like you see from a florist. They’re sustainable, drought tolerant, deer tolerant and pollinator friendly. They aren’t necessarily going to be a neat little row of flowers. It’s more of a wild vibe.” Amber Quesenberry, a homeschool mom of four and board member of the Rochester Pollinators, planted her first pollinator garden in 2020 from a plan in the Rochester Pollinators brochure. Since then, the Quesenberrys have planted over 1,100 plants in their front yard, which they’ve neatly curated

Rochester Pollinator board members Amber Quesenberry, left, and Stephanie Bordo Smith pose with some of the seeds featured in the seed library. Photo by Marilyn Trent

to display that native plant gardens can still be manicured. With help from Mulberry Hill Wildlife, Quesenberry worked to redesign her yard to target different species. Now her yard is home to a bird-friendly garden,

a bumblebee garden and a butterfly garden. Quesenberry contacted Marilyn Trent, the founder of the Rochester Pollinators, a few years back when her children became fascinated by pollinator conservation. Trent is an entrepreneur with a passion for ecology and wildlife preservation. Trent started the Rochester Pollinators in 2019 with the intention of educating and providing resources to preserve the Monarch butterfly and pollinator population. The Rochester Pollinators work to spread awareness and engage local communities in planting Michigan native plants in public and privately owned landscapes. Some of their outreaches include their annual native plant sale, where they sell a variety of native plants that can be selected by light, soil and moisture needs. Orders can be placed online at https://rochesterpollinators. org and picked up on May 20 or 27 at the Downtown Rochester Farmers Market. The Rochester Pollinators have a seed library at Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve for those wishing to start from seeds. They offer native seeds such as purple coneflower, black-eyed Susans and milkweed varieties. Contrary to common belief, wild plants can be grown in deep containers for those with limited yard space; the Rochester Pollinators

provide more information on how to do this successfully under their “Resources” section. Quesenberry has donated many of the seeds she’s saved from her own gardens. “We shouldn’t have to convince people that these are gorgeous plants to put in your yard. Some of them have the most beautifully intricate blooms and stunning leaf patterns. Because we live here, we should be seeing these native plants everywhere. Yet, you can’t really find them at garden centers.” She advises new gardeners to throw out everything they’ve learned about gardening and not to take themselves too seriously, as gardening is a fun experiment of trial and error. “It’s all about changing what we think is beautiful and recognizing that our Michigan natives are just as beautiful as the other nursery plants and give back so much more to your garden landscape,” Quesenberry said. “I had to get really excited about finding holes in leaves because these plants are meant to be eaten. It’s a shift in what we thought gardening was. We’re not gardening for ourselves anymore. We’re gardening for nature.” To learn more about seed libraries, visit miseedlibrary.org, and for gardening resources, visit hwww.smallhousefarm.com.

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divorce and death of a close uncle; she was such a comfort, and helped me stay focused in high school. Whenever someone asks me what I want to be when I grow up, I answer that I want to grow up to be just like Mrs. Laurence.” Ariana Moskwa, a parent in the district, wrote, “Being able to trust in another person to care for your child for so many hours out of the week is not the easiest task, especially these days. You hope that they love your child as much as you do. With Sarah, you never doubt for a second the love she has for her students and her profession. She is 100% our Teacher of the Year.” Laurence said the lifelong connections she forms with students begins with earning their trust. “I think that relationships in learning are key. It’s important that a child trusts you, and knows that you care about them and want them to be successful. You try to inspire them and motivate them, and show them balance and perseverance when times are tough,” Laurence said. “No matter where a child comes from, I try to have empathy and understanding. You need to give them that grace in order for them to perform. And there’s this mutual understanding that it’s not me versus them. It’s us together in a partnership — we’re a team.” This attitude was evident even when she received her award, with one of the visitors asking, “Is this Ms. Laurence’s classroom,” and Laurence reflexively replying, “No, this

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is our class.” “I hope I didn’t offend,” Laurence said later, with a laugh. She said the ability to meet kids where they’re at comes with experience. “I think having my children, too, and going through some of the things we’ve gone through as a family has helped mold me into who I am, and helps me remember that we should always try to make someone’s day,” Laurence said. “I think that’s my goal with my students. They might’ve gotten into an argument with family that morning, or maybe they didn’t eat breakfast, but I’m going to be the one who makes or breaks their day. So I need to put on that hat, and make the decision to really be there for them in every way possible. “And sometimes, it’s not all academics,” she said. “Sometimes, it’s a talk in the hallway or having lunch with them, or making an extra phone call. I know during COVID, I read bedtime stories to some of the kids. All of the sudden, we didn’t see each other anymore, so I was trying to bring back some of that connection. It’s thinking outside the box, trying to help them grow so they can move on, and when they leave me, there will be this ripple effect of learning, where they hopefully help others.” She said special thanks goes to her family, including her daughter, Emma, and son, Connor. “They’re my entire world,” she said of her children. “They come first with every decision I make. And I know they’ve been very kind with my job as an educator, because I know there were times I was home late or didn’t get to do something for them because

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I was doing it for my classroom. They’ve been so amazing and supportive to me.” Jeanne Berlin, a communications specialist for the Lamphere Schools, noted that Laurence’s award marks the 10th time a Lamphere teacher has received an Oakland County Teacher of the Year award in the last 11 sessions that the county has given out the awards. The awards were not held in the first two years of the pandemic. “Oh, God, Sarah is just amazing,” Ber-

lin said of Laurence. “She’s been here for over 20 years, and I’ve been here for 25 years. She is just so warm and encouraging, like a bright light — you just light up when you see her, and she sees you. You just feel good.” Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.

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‘EVERYBODY HATES US’ ROCKERS CLINCH PLAYOFF SPOT IN THRILLING INAUGURAL SEASON MOUNT CLEMENS — Everybody loves an underdog story, except maybe the teams that become a victim of circumstance in the league. The Motor City Rockers (28-16-6) have clinched a playoff spot in their inaugural season in the Federal Prospects Hockey League. While the Rockers aren’t surprised in the slightest to be earning the success they have this season, the rest of the league — including their interstate-94 rivals, the Port Huron Prowlers — have taken notice of the breakout team in the FPHL. It comes with the territory of being the new guys in town and already establishing a successful foundation, and the forward Scott Coash said the team embraces that mentality. “Everybody hates us,” Coash said. “Knowing we’re a brand new team, we’re doing so well, and we’re successful with what we have, they hate us. We’re definitely on everybody’s radar, that’s for sure.” Through all the obstacles of constant moving pieces with trades and call-ups, injuries and even a 3-9 stretch midway through the season, the Rockers are right where they always thought they could be. “It’s a spot I thought we could be in from the beginning of the season,” Rockers goaltender Trevor Babin said. “We had a little rough patch about halfway through with guys getting called up, injuries and guys moving in and out of the lineup, but I think at this point, we kind of expected it, and we’re holding ourselves to a standard that I think we can definitely hold ourselves accountable for.” Currently 7-3 in their last 10 games, the Rockers took their last three series against the top two teams in their division — the Carolina Thunderbirds and Columbus Sea Dragons — and the Binghamton Black Bears, who are in second place in their respective division. The Rockers have outscored opponents 41-29 during their 10-game stretch. Courtesy of Coash’s team-high 34 goals, the Rockers offense has been a force to be reckoned with this season. Supporting Coash’s offensive output are forward Declan Conway with 21 goals, Derek Makimaa with 20, and Tommy Cardinal with 19 on the year. More impressively, the Rockers’ unselfish distribution of the puck has been a key factor to its offensive attack, featuring five

players with 20 or more assists in Coash (28), Conway (22), forward Brad Reitter (31), defenseman Josh Colten (31) and defenseman Dante Suffredini (29). Coash said the team’s offensive contribution has been courtesy of the team’s depth at each line. “That’s the beauty of it when all three lines click, and it’s not just one line contributing but all three lines contributing on the score sheet,” Coash said. Babin has been a staple in net for the Rockers, earning a .915 save percentage and a 17-12 record on the year. Blake Scott has also been reliable between the pipes, holding an 8-4 record on the season for the Rockers. While Coash had high praise for the goaltending duo, saying the team strength has been the “goaltending for sure,” Babin said the team’s mindset and expectations have altered due to the talent at the forward position. “When we brought in Scott (Coash), Declan Conway and a couple other key pieces and things like that, the team definitely turned around and held ourselves to a certain standard that we’re at now in the season,” Babin said. The expectations also rise as the team chemistry is at an all-time high. Success brings people together, but it’s a brotherhood in the locker room regardless. A team once thrown together at the beginning of the season via the draft, trades and tryouts, the Rockers have finally cemented a team mentality built around the camaraderie of each player night in and night out. Coash said this is the strongest bond he’s had with a team during his two seasons in the Southern Professional Hockey League and the FPHL. “When you’re in that locker room, it’s family,” Coash said. “It doesn’t matter what’s going on outside the rink because inside the rink is all family. When we put on that jersey, we’re brothers. In and outside the rink, we’re brothers; that’s the whole excitement about team sports is that you got the bond with guys you’ve never met before, but now you feel like you’ve known them for years.” Holding only six games left on the year and currently in third place in their division, only seven points ahead of the fourth-place Prowlers, the Rockers two-game set March 31-April 1 will be one to look out for as the race towards the playoff approaches. With how the Rockers have been playing, they’re ready to carry their confidence and momentum into the playoffs. “The way we’ve been playing recently,

ABOVE: Motor City Rockers defenseman Josh Colten looks for the open man against the Binghamton Black Bears on March 25 at Big Boy Ice Arena. LEFT: Rockers celebrate a goal during their win over the Binghamton Black Bears on March 25. Photos provided by Derek Polena-Katsaros

we’re not worried about anybody,” Coash said. “As long as we come in night in and night out and play the same way we’ve been playing, we have nothing to worry about.”

Playoffs are scheduled to begin April 21. Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.

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