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After years of expectation, the rollout of an indoor area for bocce games has finally happened. On March 21, Sterling Heights city officials held a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the opening of the new Bocce Barn, which is located behind the Sterling Heights Senior Center. According to the Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation Department, the barn facility is 40 feet by 90 feet in size, and it shelters two indoor bocce courts with artificial turf. The city is celebrating the bocce barn’s completion as the final project of the city’s Recreating Recreation campaign. Voters approved that campaign in 2016 to — among many things — refurbish park equipment and play courts, as well as build a skatepark, a splash pad, a farmers market pavilion, a mini-soccer field and a community center near the intersection of Utica and Dodge Park roads. See BOCCE on page 6A
ANN WILSON, STEVEN ADLER AND MORE TO PERFORM AT STERLINGFEST The city of Sterling Heights picked a singer with “Heart” to headline its annual summer Sterlingfest Art and Music Fair. During a March 21 Sterling Heights City Council
meeting, City Manager Mark Vanderpool introduced some of the acts and amenities that the festival plans to bring to its four stages during its July 27-29 run. “A sure sign of summer is Sterlingfest, and a lot of people — thousands of residents — plan their summer around Sterlingfest,” he said. And that itinerary included the scheduled perfor-
mance of rock singer Ann Wilson from Heart on the event’s final night. She is known for performing songs like “Barracuda” and “Magic Man.” During the council meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Liz Sierawski said she is excited at the chance to see Wilson, adding that she has long been a fan. See STERLINGFEST on page 8A
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Sterling Heights police said a search for a culprit who shot two people in a parking lot March 17 ended with the nearby discovery of the suspect’s body. Police said they learned that a suspect fired a weapon at around 1:15 p.m. that day in a parking lot at 35500 Van Dyke Ave., near 15 Mile Road, near where a Ruby Tuesday used to be located. Upon arrival, police reportedly found and assisted two female victims, who were then taken to the hospitalized. Afterward, police announced that they were looking for a suspect who fled on foot. In a press release, they described the suspect as a Black male, approximately 22 years old, 5 feet, 10 inches, with facial hair. He was reportedly wearing a beige jacket, sweats, a beanie and black shoes that resembled Crocs. Police said they believed that the suspect and the victims knew one another and that the attack didn’t seem to happen by chance. Later that afternoon, police said they found the suspect dead in an undisclosed area near the shooting site with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. According to police Sgt. Aaron Susalla on March 28, police have released no further information on the incident, including the victims’ condition or what led to the shooting. Anyone who has more information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Sterling Heights Police Department’s Investigations Bureau by calling (586) 446-2825. Call Staff Writer Eric Czarnik at (586) 4981058.
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The Sterling Heights Department of Public Works, 7200 18 Mile Road, is inviting the public to designated waste disposal days to assist them during the spring cleaning season. On April 15, the DPW is holding its Hazardous Waste Day, and it is also hosting a Paper Shred Day April 22, Sterling Heights City Manager Mark Vanderpool said at a March 21 council meeting. “So we have long lines. We encourage you to get there early,” he said. In addition, Vanderpool said Spring Cleanup waste disposal days will take place May 13 and 20 at the DPW. “You can just bring general yard debris, tires, things that you stumble on (while) cleaning up throughout spring, and you can bring them to DPW. We have dumpsters there.” City officials later added on Facebook that the DPW will also host an Electronics Recycling Day April 29. Officials said all these events will take place 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn more about the events and what kind of refuse qualifies by visiting www.sterling-heights.net and searching “DPW Spring Clean-Up Days” or by calling (586) 446-2440.
METRO DETROIT — Spring is here, and prom and graduation season are just around the corner. Getting an outfit for big events can be daunting. Dresses, shoes, wraps and accessories can quickly become a costly expense for teens and even cost prohibitive for some. Don’t be dismayed. Comerica Bank is launching their fifth annual Prom Dress Drive around metro Detroit. Individuals and local businesses — including bridal shops, dress stores and shoe salons — are able to donate dresses and accessories to the effort at various locations around metro Detroit, including spots in Bloomfield Hills, Grosse Pointe and Novi. Donation collections will begin Monday, April 3, and run through Friday, April 21. Once all the donations are collected and sorted, dates will be determined for teens to select items. Visit comerica.com/community/2023-promdressdrive-MI.html for donation locations. This is the first year Comerica will supply the donated dresses and accessories to Jackets for Jobs, a Detroit-based nonprofit that focuses on career development and removes barriers by providing high-quality clothing that makes clients look and feel professional to support workplace success. “For the past several years, our colleagues, customers and communities have come together with tremendous generosity during our previous prom dress drives to support local teens,” said Linda Nosegbe, Comerica Bank’s national community impact manager. “As the interest in contributing to this great cause remains strong, our new partnership with Jackets for Jobs allows us to continue connecting to the community through an outstanding community organization driven to help others to thrive and succeed.”
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According to the Macomb County Department of Roads, several of its projects this construction season will take place along roads within the Sterling Heights city boundaries. Those projects include: • $6.52 million for 14 Mile Road, from Hayes to Hoover roads, which will take place from spring to summer. • $3.51 million for Schoenherr Road, from 19 Mile to Hall Road, which will last from spring until summer. • $4.07 million for Metropolitan Parkway, between Ryan and Mound roads, which will happen from summer until fall. In addition, the Innovate Mound project, from Interstate 696 to Hall Road, will continue this year, and that project is expected to wrap up by spring 2024. Learn more about the Macomb County Department of Roads by visiting roads.macombgov.org.
Sterling Heights was scheduled to resume yard waste pickup April 3. Residents may place their yard waste in paper yard waste bags — but not clear plastic bags. Or they may put the waste in 32-gallon cans or 64- or 96-gallon carts that have special stickers on them. Get the special stickers at City Hall’s Community Relations Department, 40555 Utica Road, or at the Department of Public Works building, 7200 18 Mile Road. Learn more by visiting www.sterling-heights.net or by calling (586) 446-2440.
CITY AWARDS BID TO PLAN VISIONING 2040
During its March 21 meeting, the Sterling Heights City Council voted in its consent agenda to spend $30,000 and award Strategiz LLC the bid to facilitate strategic planning for the city’s upcoming Visioning 2040 Plan. Learn more about Strategiz by visiting strategiz.com.
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category of Government/Education News for her story “Holocaust Center visit is emotional, enlightening” in the Warren Weekly. Page Designer Jason Clancy won second place in the Best Page or Pages Design for “Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolls into town” in the West Bloomfield Beacon. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile story was part
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A caller told police that six or seven juveniles were throwing rocks at geese in Dodge Park, 40400 Utica Road, March 19, and that the youths allegedly wouldn’t stop after being told to do so. Police said they couldn’t find the individuals by the time they got there.
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Police went to Kohl’s, 44200 Schoenherr Road, near Hall Road, March 19 upon hearing that a shoplifting incident was happening. A repeat offender reportedly was filling a purse and a cart with merchandise. The suspect reportedly visited the men’s and children’s clothing sections and took items from them before exiting without paying. Police watched two exits and reportedly saw the suspect leave and then re-enter. Police said they apprehended the suspect and took her to loss prevention. Police said they recovered 25 clothing items worth a total of $683 and then arrested the suspect for retail fraud.
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“You have no idea,” Sierawski said. “This girl, who has been playing guitar since she was 10 years old and singing and jamming, and I get to meet Ann Wilson? I’m in heaven.” So far, the headline acts on the AT&T Main Stage include hip-hop tribute act Hip Hop Hooray, which will perform hits from the ’80s and ’90s during the event’s first night. The following night, rock band No Resolve will open for Steven Adler of Guns N’ Roses fame. And then on the final night, Black Irish, featuring Tosha Owens, will open for Ann Wilson of Heart. Other listed musical acts that will appear on other stages include BandWagon, Denise Davis and the Motor City Sensations, Devyn Mitchell, Downriver Dan, Hughes/Smith Quintet, Jason Charboneau, Jeff Lehman, Jeff Tucker, Julie Haven, Key-
note Sisters, Mark Clay, Meldrum Brothers, Motor City Josh and the Big 3, NKG, Pat Smillie, Patrick Score Quartet, The Persuasion Band, SpaceCat, Tosha Owens, The Whiskey Charmers, and Woodford Station. In addition, a special Genisys Credit Union Kidzfest Stage will feature various music, magic, nature, clown and juggling acts. When festivalgoers aren’t listening to music, they can be entertained by the annual festival’s usual offerings of carnival rides, an arts and crafts show, and food. The fair will also feature a Thursday night fireworks show sponsored by Christian Financial Credit Union. The Sterlingfest Art and Music Fair will take place 10 a.m.-11 p.m. July 27-29. Learn more about the event and a more detailed list of events and musical acts by visiting sterlingfest.info. For other event information, call (586) 446-2700. Call Staff Writer Eric Czarnik at (586) 498-1058.
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cost $400,000 over the two years, with the Macomb County Board of Commissioners committing half of the funds as part of a recent allocation to the Lake St. Clair Clean Water Initiative drainage board. Despite being in the lake for a decade, county and local officials have been unable to determine exactly what Lyngbya is and the risks it could pose for wildlife, infrastructure and people living along and interacting with the river. Results and preliminary findings from the partnership will be shared so all stakeholders can learn what researchers do about the algae and its effects. “What’s causing it? Is it climate change? Is it the zebra mussels?” Miller said. “Is it combined sewer overflows that are coming down the Clinton River or the spillways feeding this organically? We really don’t know.” The true cost of Lyngbya has been seen through lower property values, expanding shorelines and smellier summers by the water. One major cost was the closure and reconfiguration of the Clinton River CutOff Boat Launch in Harrison Township. So much Lyngbya formed where the launch
ramp was that the Michigan Department of Natural Resources closed the site in 2022 to build a new launch ramp. A statement from the county mentions the concerns that officials have about the toxicity of organisms caught in Lyngbya mats, though Miller does not believe Lyngbya itself is toxic to humans. As things stand, there is little that governments, businesses or lakeside residents can do about the Lyngbya mats. Harrison Township Supervisor Ken Verkest said residents have been able to move the algae, but none of the solutions have been long-term or solved the problem of Lyngbya growth. “We’ve heard of anything from paying a company to dredge it and haul it away (and) I’ve talked to a resident that said he took a 14-foot aluminum boat with an outboard, chucked a couple of rakes with ropes tied to it into the whole mat and then just dragged it out into the lake, but (that’s) obviously not a sustainable solution,” Verkest said. Verkest was excited by the partnership and stated Miller’s role as public works commissioner is a big factor in its formation. “This is just an example of how important it is to have solid representation,” Verkest said. Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.
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Nino said he first heard about the International Pizza Expo in 2017. He said he first went to it the following year and started networking with different people in the industry, both for marketing purposes and because “it helps drive the passion” for his business. But something else caught Nino’s eye during that first visit: the expo’s pizza-making contests. “I saw the contests and was like, ‘I am definitely doing this,’” he said. So in 2019, he started competing as a pizza maker, and he since has done at every following expo. This year, both he and his wife competed in some of the contests.
Nino competed in the traditional category, where contestants are only allowed to make a round pizza with red sauce and up to two specific toppings. Jennifer competed in the nontraditional contest, where “all bets are off,” since it allows competitors to make any type of pizza or toppings. The couple also teamed up in a tandem competition in which they were tasked with making three pizzas together. Cash prizes are given to contest winners. Jennifer said that, besides the contests, the event attracts plenty of business vendors and suppliers, as well as educational seminars. She said she looked forward to seeing her friends in the pizza industry, later describing the community as “one pizza, one family.” “It’s very warm and welcoming,” she added. Nino said his favorite pizza is a classic round pepperoni pizza. In regard to the
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he said. Find out more about Pizza Del Nino by visiting facebook.com/pizzadelnino. Learn more about the International Pizza Expo and Conference by visiting pizzaexpo.pizzatoday. com. Call Staff Writer Eric Czarnik at (586) 498-1058.
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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, DerSee ROCKERS on page 13A
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“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
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‘WE’RE NOT GARDENING FOR OURSELVES ANYMORE. WE’RE GARDENING FOR NATURE.’ 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 library-goers 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 See SEEDS on page 15A
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METRO DETROIT — What took the Detroit Lions over 80 years to implement, the Michigan Panthers will have in their second year of the revived United States Football League. As the Panthers prepare for their season opener in mid-April, and their first home game on April 30 at Ford Field, the team will be accompanied by their newly revealed cheerleading squad. With over 75 dancers applying, the field was cut down to 25 as the dancers went through the final tryout at One Campus Martius on March 13. “I thought it was very comfortable, and
I loved being able to meet other people,” Panthers dancer Abby S. said. “It was a oneof-a-kind experience.” Panthers Director of Cheerleading Jenna Lanzetta said she and the judges were looking for 15-16 ladies to complete the squad, but were blown away by the talent. Now, 19 ladies from all across the state will represent the Panthers’ colors in the 2023 season. It’s a far cry from the 600 dancers that auditioned for the Panthers cheerleading team in 1983, which was narrowed down to 35, but Lanzetta and the judges made sure the 19 dancers possessed certain traits. “We were looking for the full package,” Lanzetta said. “Outside of dance, people
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Burr Elementary School develops sensory garden BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
STERLING HEIGHTS — Andrea Misho, a PTO officer at Burr Elementary School and a co-adviser of the Macomb Community College Occupational Therapy Assistant student leadership organization, saw an opportunity in an underutilized space. In place of what the Utica Community Schools district described as an “overgrown garden” at Burr Elementary is now a sensory garden that can help the entire community and especially students who have special needs. Jeanne Poleski, Burr Elementary principal, said the school community is excited about the sensory garden. “This is an example of being UCS Champions — our students, staff and community have come together to create a place that all people can enjoy, especially those that have sensory needs. Here they have an
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opportunity to play and explore with sight, sound, taste, feel and smell. They can grow fruits and vegetables, dig in tires filled with sand for buried treasures and all kinds of other sensory activities for students,” Poleski said in an email. She said she thinks the most interesting part of the garden is how students are interacting with their senses in ways that they have not interacted with them before and that would not be available on a traditional playground. “It’s beneficial because, for some of our students with sensory needs, a traditional playground is actually overwhelming. This sensory garden is soothing, it’s stimulating in a very positive way and not just for students that have sensory integration challenges; it’s that way for all children,” she said. The sensory garden was created in the fall so the children had an idea of how special it would be, especially in the spring See GARDEN on page 22A
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who can be leaders inside and outside the field and ambassadors for not just the USFL and the Panthers, but the city of Detroit as a whole. Dance wise, just the most skilled and technical dancers out there.” Lanzetta, a Western Michigan University graduate, previously cheered for the NBA’s Indiana Pacers and most recently the Detroit Lions from 2017-2021. An Ann Arbor native and coach for Michigan State University’s elite competitive dance team, it’s a full-circle moment for the former Lions cheerleader as she pioneers the start of the Panthers cheerleading team that will play their home games at Ford Field. “It’s exciting to be back,” Lanzetta said. “Ford Field is my home.” Not only is it a homecoming for Lanzetta, but also Ferndale native Valerie P. as she makes her way back to Ford Field. A Detroit Pistons dancer from 20062009 and a Lions cheerleader from 20152018, the self-proclaimed “Tom Brady of dance” due to her in-and-out of retirement decisions has come out of retirement for the
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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.
ABOVE: Spring rains and melting snow can raise the risks of flooding — particularly in basements. Photo provided by Frank Winters
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garden boxes, tires filled with sand to create sandboxes, a hopscotch entrance, a seesaw, music walls, a bottle-cap curtain entrance and a water wall. All provide input of various types and help with cognitive, motor and social skills. “The benefits of the garden do not end when the students leave the Sensory Garden — rather, it sets them up to be better prepared for the rest of their day,” Misho stated. Jena Courtney, a Burr Elementary third grader, said she likes the sensory garden because it has many things to do and that calm you down. “The most interesting part is the sand because you get to feel it, and then when it’s wet, it gets nice and soft, and you get to dig things up in the sand. I think it’s beneficial because you can do lots of stuff. It has stuff to calm you down if you are upset and it’s very relaxing,” Courtney said. Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski at (586) 498-1029.
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‘Creative Michigan: Making The Mitten Modern’: Photos, artifacts, clothing and more celebrating state’s role in evolution of modern architecture and design history, exhibit on display until April 29, Lorenzo Cultural Center, Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, lorenzoculturalcenter.com, (586) 445-7348
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STK# C22451
T E STAR REMOT
S
$
*
T E STAR
UDIO BOSE A
$
STK# C22586
$
2021 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER LT
• REMOTE START • POWER LIFTGATE
• ONLY 9K MILES! • CRUISE CONTROL
STK# C22150
$
D SEAT
HEATE
REMOT
• ALLOY WHEELS • CRUISE CONTROL
2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
*
STK# C21292
39,688
$
*
*Plus title, tax, plates, doc and CVR fees. Vehicles available at time of printing. No Salvage or branded titles. Certain restrictions may apply, see dealer for details. Limited Powertrain Warranty is on certified vehicles from original in-service date and whichever comes first, time or mileage. 2 years or 24,000 miles of scheduled vehicle maintenance is on certified pre-owned vehicles, includes oil and filter changes, tire rotations and multi-point inspections. Sale ends 4/14/2023. 0022-2314