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SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation recently announced the awarding of $800,000 in grants to 36 organizations through the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Legacy Funds, and those grants included $50,000 for Shelby Township to build a universally accessible kayak launch and fishing dock, which is one piece, at River Bends Park. Elizabeth “Lizzy” Schultz, Shelby Township naturalist and Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center coordinator, said that as an avid paddler, this project is dear to her heart. “I believe the joy of floating down the Clinton River, watching muskrats and turtles while listening to singing birds, should be a barrier-free experience. It’s an honor to help make that happen for our community,” she said. The Clinton River Water Trail runs through River Bends Park and is enjoyed by residents and tourists. See GRANTS on page 15A

MAKE THE MOST OF A DAY ON MACKINAC ISLAND BY GREG TASKER Spending a day on Mackinac Island is a rite of summer for many Michiganders. But most of us, I’m betting, aren’t making the most of that day. We scurry off the ferries right into the heart of downtown Mackinac Island, rent a bicycle for the traditional loop around the island, and then spend a few hours searching for souvenirs and fudge. We might grab a drink or a meal before heading back to the dock. While it’s always a fun outing, there’s so much more to this Michigan gem than fudge, bicycles and horses. Most of the car-free island is a state park with miles of trails to hike and bike. It’s steeped in centuries of Native American, European and American history. And while Mackinac evokes images of being lost somewhere in time, there’s always something new to check out. New this season, for example, are: Patrick Doud’s Irish Pub, named after a contractor of Irish descent who helped

build a number of important buildings on the island; the Mackinac Island Pizza Co., which serves Detroit-style pizza and is among the restaurants operated by the Grand Hotel; and the Cedar Grove Bike Track, a dirt bike trail designed for children 12 and younger. In the last few years, a distillery, a brewery and a whiskey-themed restaurant and bar have opened as well. So how do you make the most of a day trip to the island, which was recently named Best Summer Travel Destination in the country by USA Today readers. Here’s a loose itinerary to make sure you enjoy the highlights.

9 a.m. — Join a horse-driven tour with Mackinac Island Carriage Tours

This might seem like a no-brainer, but it wasn’t until my third trip to Mackinac that I hopped aboard. What a difference. It’s a leisurely and nearly two-hour excursion See MACKINAC on page 4A

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Catching Cancer Before It’s Too Late

Early Cancer Detection Made Possible: Michigan’s First MRI Total Body Screening Clinic Now Open in Southfield, Pioneering Symptom-Free Diagnosis. I’ll never forget the words of a patient who recently completed a total body cancer screening with me: ‘Doc, you saved my life!’ Despite having no symptoms, we discovered a tiny tumor lurking and growing inside of him. Without early detection, the mass could have silently grown into late-stage cancer, leading to excruciating treatments and a potentially dire outcome. Thanks to the power of early detection, cancer was discovered before it was too late. It’s moments like these that are precisely why total body screening saves lives. As a general rule, when someone presents to the doctor with a symptom related to cancer, they are usually at stage III or stage IV. Even with annual physicals, there are limitations. Most screening tests that are covered by insurance companies only cover about 29% of cancers. The other 71% of cancers occur in areas where doctors are unable to screen, and insurance companies will not pay for screening. This is where Bionicc Body Screening in Southfield can save lives. I am Dr. Warren Ringold, and last month marked the fifth anniversary of the day my life changed forever. Five years ago, I was diagnosed with stage IV cancer in my chest and

abdomen. The most alarming part is that I had no symptoms before this diagnosis. This is the great dilemma of cancer: the need for early detection. Early diagnosis is key to successful treatment, and cancer needs to be detected when it is most treatable. My personal stage IV cancer journey has been long and rugged. My tumor eventually was recurrent in my brain after an initial seven months of chemotherapy. I have been extraordinarily lucky. After being told that I would live only two months without treatment on my brain, I was fortunate enough to become patient number one in a new drug study and I have been in remission 5 to 8 times longer than expected. During that time, instead of ending up with the indignation of dying, from a brain tumor in front of my family with seizures and eventual blindness, I have been able to see twins, born as grandchildren, ball games, swim meets, graduations, while watching my grandchildren and children achieve. Most importantly, I’ve gotten to hold my wife, Nancy, in my arms for more than 1500 more nights of my life. I get to hug my children and kiss my 13 grandchildren. They don’t have to look at me with tears in their eyes, because

Dr. Warren Ringold, M.D. they see Papa deteriorating. What a gift that has been. But very few patients are as fortunate as I have been, which is why I founded Bionicc Body Screening. At Bionicc Body Screening, we can screen for cancer from the top of the head through the genitals, detecting cancers as small as the size of a pencil eraser. We use highly advanced and sophisticated MRI screening, which can find small cancers in areas where doctors cannot order testing that will be covered by insurance. The irony is that these cancers start out very small, and they are very treatable at this stage. They are usually stage one and can be seen in

every organ of the body, including the dreaded pancreas. While screening for cancer, we can also find many other things that need to be treated or watched, such as brain, abdominal, chest, and groin aneurysms. If detected at this stage, treatment for stage one cancer is usually simple resection of a tumor. Unfortunately, if you are stage III or IV like most people, it results in vigorous and difficult treatment with much poorer outcomes. It is unfortunate that some patients resist screening due to fear. Despite their desire to take the test, they unnecessarily delay it out of fear of receiving potentially distressing news about their health. Giving in to fear can only make matters worse and potentially allow undetected health problems to spiral out of control. Don’t put off your screening any longer. Ask yourself, when is a better time to take action than right now? Don’t wait another 6 months or even another day. Prioritize your health and get screened today. The only regret patients have is that they waited. Don’t wait. Get a total body cancer screening today. Call 1-833-BIONICC (1-833-246-6422) today, or learn more now by visiting www.BioniccBodyScreening.com.

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USPBL preview: Newcomers fill void for departed veterans BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com

UTICA — Baseball is back at Jimmy John’s Field. An icon in the Utica community since opening in 2016, the United Shore Professional Baseball League is back and better than ever in 2023, continuing its tradition of assisting players in reaching their Major League Baseball dreams. With 48 players signed to MLB organizations and three players making MLB rosters (Randy Dobnak, Logan Gillaspie and Jared Koenig), the USPBL’s growing reputation of elevating players to the next level continues to attract talent from all over the map. “That was probably one of my main reasons for why I came here,” Utica Unicorns pitcher Conner Tomasic, an Indiana native, said. “It’s been seven seasons going on eight, and there’s already been 50 people drafted here, so you know people are watching and coming to see guys. It was a no-brainer to come here.”

LEFT: From left, Mammoths outfielder Burle Dixon, Hoppers pitcher ake Wosinski, Beavers outfielder Travious Ford and Hoppers pitcher Andrew Verbrugge congregate during the USPBL media day. ABOVE: Fan-favorite JJ, the USPBL Field General, patrols the field.

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Group’s mission to save South Channel lights continues BY ALYSSA OCHSS aochss@candgnews.com

One of the South Channel Lights stands in Lake St. Clair.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The South Channel lights sit in Lake St. Clair, and it’s the mission of the Save Our South Channel Lights organization to preserve their history through restoration for generations to come. Kathy Brady, the group’s secretary, said Save Our South Channel Lights is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by Charles Brockman. “Him and his wife were avid boaters that used to go out in Lake St. Clair, and often went by the lighthouses and saw how decrepit they were in the ’70s and ’80s,” Brady said.

“And he said, ‘Somebody ought to do something about that.’” This prompted him to found the organization in 1988. The range lights were built in 1859 to allow sailors safe passage through Lake St. Clair, and they were decommissioned in 1905 when the government no longer had any use for them, Brady said. “They had actually dredged a new channel, at which point the border between Canada and the U.S. was changed with that dredging,” Brady said. Brady said the need arose for the set of range lights as boats got bigger and bigger and started carrying heavier cargo. Some of that cargo grew to include iron ore used during the See LIGHTS on page 9A

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The Grand Hotel among the last of the big wood-frame hotels in the country. For $10, you can explore the hotel and the grounds.

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that provides a better sense of the island. There are several stops, so you can get off and explore. The company bills itself as the oldest horse and buggy service in the world.

11 a.m. — Explore Fort Mackinac

Perched atop a bluff overlooking the harbor, the limestone fort is a one-of-a-kind attraction in Michigan. Costumed interpreters offer rifle-firing demonstrations and tours, sharing the stories of the Revolutionary War-era fortress. Exhibits share the island’s role in the War of 1812. For a unique experience, make a reservation to shoot an authentic cannon. Cap your visit with refreshments at the Fort Mackinac Tea Room. Run by the Grand Hotel, the Tea Room boasts some of the best views on the island. Other lunch options: For a more casual break, order a picnic from the Mission Point Picnic Society. Customers select their own fare, everything from crackers and cheese to dips and charcuteries to sandwiches and salads. Lunch sacks also are available. Spread your picnic on Mission Point Resort’s expansive lawn overlooking the Straits of Mackinac. Other options include grabbing prepared foods at Doud’s Market, the island’s only grocer, run by descendants of the aforementioned Patrick Doud. The island is home to a variety of restaurants, most of them can be found along Main Street.

1 p.m. — Rent that bicycle

Bike rentals can be found along the village’s Main Street and at some hotels. It’s an 8-mile trek around the island and you can pedal at your own pace. If the views of the Straits

of Mackinac, Lake Huron and the Mackinac Bridge aren’t enough to lure you away from the shops, the M-185 loop (it’s an official state highway) passes landmarks like Arch Rock, an unusual rock formation that stands nearly 15 stories high above Lake Huron.

3 p.m. — Grand Hotel

It is well worth the short uphill walk from downtown to the Grand, among the last of the big wood-frame hotels in the country. For $10, you can explore the venerable hotel and the grounds. Take time to secure a white wooden rocking chair on the front porch, the world’s longest, and breathe in the mesmerizing views. The public is welcome to join activities (for a fee) at the Woodlands Activity Center, which includes an 18-hole miniature golf course, and the Cedar Grove Bike Track. Ask about the hotel’s Secret Garden.

5 p.m. — Downtown Mackinac Island

Spend some time shopping. You won’t miss the ferries back to the mainland — they leave later in the evening during the peak of summer. Fudge shops here are almost as plentiful as hotels. There’s even a Sanders (btw, you can still find Sanders ice cream toppings here). If you have children, be sure to check out the Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House, where hundreds of butterflies, from around the world, flutter and amuse. I passed through recently with a 3-year-old in tow. She was mesmerized. Before leaving, stop by the Pink Pony (inside the Chippewa Hotel), one of the island’s most famous bars, and toast its 75th anniversary. Cheers. Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer. Greg’s articles focused on northern Michigan travel will appear in C & G Newspapers during the summer.

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Polish festival returns

STERLING HEIGHTS — The American Polish Festival and Craft Show is returning to the American-Polish Century Club, 33204 Maple Lane Drive, June 23-25. The event will have Polish and American food, music, dancers, arts and crafts, and a pierogi-eating contest. General admission costs $5, though guests ages 17 and younger attend for free. Parking and shuttles are free at the Sterling Heights High School Career Prep Center. Learn more by visiting www.americanpolishfestival.com.

Retail sales increased in April

STATEWIDE — The Michigan Retailers Association reported that April retail sales increased over those in March. Retailers also predicted summer sales through July would increase. The April Retail Index survey came in at 60.6, an increase over March’s 57.4. Fifty-two percent of Michigan retailers reported a sales increase over March. Thirty-four percent noted a decrease, and 14% reported no change. The 100-point index provides a snapshot of the state’s overall retail industry. Index values above 50 generally indicate positive activity — the higher the number, the stronger the activity. The seasonally adjusted performance index is conducted by the Michigan Retailers Association in cooperation with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Detroit branch.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — The fifth annual 5K Run, Walk ’n’ Roll will take place June 17 at Grosse Pointe South High School, 11 Grosse Pointe Blvd. in Grosse Pointe Farms. The event is a fundraiser for the pediatric palliative care program at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, which provides comfort and improves quality of life for children with chronic and serious medical conditions. The event, which started in 2019, was founded by Grosse Pointer Claire Sheeren, whose sister, Elizabeth, has an incurable immune disease. Elizabeth has benefited from the palliative program at Mott. “As we begin our fifth event, I am continually amazed by the support of our sponsors and our community,” Claire Sheeren said in a press release. “It has been incredible to see people come alongside others battling complex and chronic diseases. It is deeply moving to witness the impact the funds are having on the families at Mott.” The success of the run — which has raised nearly $500,000 since its inception — has enabled the Sheeren family to create Elizabeth’s Courage Fund at Mott, which supports kids and families receiving palliative care as they battle challenging or terminal medical problems. Check-in will start at 7:30 a.m. June 17, with the run starting at 8:45 a.m. According to a press release, the event “will be a USATF-certified, chip-timed 5K, but walkers and ‘rollers’ are also encouraged.” People can also participate virtually. To register or for more information, visit run-walk-roll.org.

MSU EXTENSION OPENS PEST, PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB MACOMB COUNTY — If you find a weird bug or plant, don’t throw it away — bring it to the experts. The Macomb County Michigan State University Extension has opened a plant and pest diagnostic lab at 21885 Dunham Road, Suite 12, in Clinton Township, allowing gardeners and other curious folks to drop off plant and insect samples on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for testing. The lab is part of the extension’s consumer horticulture program which operates the toll-free lawn and garden hotline at (888) 6743464 and other programs to help Macomb County residents with green thumbs. Those with samples they wish to have tested should call the lab before arriving at (586) 469-6440. A drop box is available if the extension is not open. Sample examination costs $7. For more information call (586) 469-6440 or visit canr.msu.edu/outreach.

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LANSING — State Rep. Lori Stone, D-Warren, held a press conference May 24 at the Anderson House Office Building to announce the reintroduction of “Liam’s Law,” legislation aimed to expand accommodations and accessibility by requiring adultsized changing tables in most public bathrooms. “I’m introducing this legislation again, because it is of paramount importance to provide access to necessary accommodations that are required in public areas,” Stone said. “Without these accommodations, caregivers and those who need them do not have access to the same conveniences as the general public, and we need to change this so that they are universally included.” House Bill No. 4649 requires access to adult-sized, height-adjustable changing tables in public restrooms across Michigan. If the legislation is signed into law, it would apply to certain buildings or structures constructed after Jan. 1, 2024, or renovated after Jan. 1, 2025, that serve 1,500 or more persons per day. Applicable facilities may include state-owned buildings, exhibition or entertainment venues, museums and libraries, parks and zoos, airports, bus stations, interstate rest stops, schools, hospitals and rehabilitation centers.

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From left, Detroit Lions legend Lomas Brown and center Frank Ragnow celebrate their respective prizes as part of the old school vs. new school fishing competition on Lake St. Clair.

Lions’ Ragnow, Brown fish for a cause on Lake St. Clair BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — It was a true matchup of David vs. Goliath on the waters of Lake St. Clair at Emerald City Harbor in St. Clair Shores May 30. Detroit Lions legend Lomas Brown, the charter fishing rookie, went toe-to-toe with Lions Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow, the veteran angler. It was a matchup with unmeasurable magnitude, like a goal line play with both sides of the trenches going at it. “I’m in his territory,” Brown said. “Now, this is his natural habitat. I’m like the city guy being thrown out into the country right now.” The objective was to tally the highest total weight of their catches, which was smallmouth bass, but the mission stemmed far beyond the open waters. In conjunction with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Great Lakes Fishery Commission, the competition was part of an effort to put a spotlight on Michigan’s charter fishing industry. Especially with Lake St. Clair as a close body of water for metro Detroiters, Michigan fishing offers vast opportunities. “It’s one of the best,” Ragnow said. “Lake St. Clair is a great lake, and the fishing opportunities all year round are incredible.” The beauty of charter fishing is because it’s an excursion-like service, where boat

owners and/or professional fishermen will take people out onto the water to fish, anyone can take part in it. Grab a group of family members or friends and enjoy the weather and peacefulness of the lake. Michigan is widely recognized as one of the best states for fishing, and Ragnow said the experience of charter fishing is unlike any other. “I think charter fishing in general is such an incredible opportunity, especially for people that may not have access to a boat or may not have access to fishing gear and are interested in tasting the waters and checking it out,” Ragnow said. “Even if you do have access and you want to try something new or learn something because there’s so many different opportunities to learn, and have a great day because at the end of the day, when you’re on the water catching fish or not, it’s going to be a great day.” It was a great day this time, especially for Brown, who edged Ragnow in the competition with the help of his son, Trey Brown, and received a first place “Fishing with a Pro” trophy, sporting a bass on it. Ragnow, on the other hand, received a last-place ring, but hopefully the ring represents foreshadowing of sorts for the upcoming season. For now, bragging rights belong to Brown. “He smoked me,” Ragnow said. “But it was great to see the smile on Lomas’ face when he pulled in that fish.” See FISHING on page 7A

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“It might come up in conversation on team trips and maybe this trophy will show up at the first home game,” Brown said. But Ragnow and Brown were fishing for more than just a ceremonial award, for both of their foundations received donations for taking part in the competition. While also receiving donations, Ragnow and Brown were both able to bring light to their efforts with Frank Ragnow’s “Rags” Remembered Foundation and the Lomas Brown Jr. Foundation being discussed all throughout the day with media members. “The ‘Rags’ Remembered Foundation is in honor of my dad,” Ragnow said. “I lost him to a heart attack in college, and it’s a foundation I kind of have always been thinking about throughout my career and finally was able to launch a year ago. It’s able to help grieving families kind of get through their grief through the outdoors. It’s also helping underprivileged kids and underprivileged families have access to the outdoors because I’m incredibly grateful for the way I was raised, and grieving through the outdoors, both two-fold, has been great for me.” Brown then discussed his foundation

and the impact it’s made with low-income families, and how his competitive matchup with Ragnow could make for something special in the future. “It’s geared towards helping our youth in the Southeast Michigan area,” Brown said. “I have sports camps and I do educational camps, and the thing we try to do is make all our programs free to the kids. We never want to put a financial burden on the kids or their families, so we mostly serve the underserved area. I’m just glad my foundation is getting the opportunity to team up with Frank because we’re always looking at ways to try and engage our youth. If I can get them outside, get them fishing, and get them hunting, I think that’s something else to give them an opportunity to do.” It was a special day between the two gentlemen, who have been close since Ragnow was drafted 20th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft. Although Brown may have bested him on the water, Ragnow said he has admiration for the Lions legend throughout his time on the Lions. “Lomas has just been incredible, man,” Ragnow said, standing next to Brown. “Since day one when I stepped foot in Allen Park, he’s been nothing but supportive, respectful, and a great mentor. I’ve been very apprecia-

tive of him because he’s always around the facility and he’s always supporting us, especially us big men, and he knows that the more support we can get the better, so I’m just very grateful to have him throughout my career.” As Brown gave Ragnow a nod and a smile for the recognition, Brown described his relationship with Ragnow as well. Spoiler alert: Brown is desperately hoping for a Lions Super Bowl. “It kind of reminded me of when myself and Kevin Glover were drafted, you know, center and tackle, and it’s kind of that

way with him and Taylor Decker, with those guys being so close,” Brown said. “I know the relationship me and Kevin Glover had as a center, and just to see Frank and how he’s come along is just unbelievable the steps he’s made towards being the type of player he is. Hopefully this is the year. Man, we want it. I think we want it, maybe worse than they want it.” For more information or to make a donation to either foundation, visit frankragnow.org and lomasbrownjrfoundation.org. Call Sports Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.

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Revolutionary vehicles are focus of 2023 EyesOn Design car show BY K. MICHELLE MORAN kmoran@candgnews.com

SHORES — Car design afficionados and children taking their dads out for Father’s Day will be among those enjoying the remarkable vehicles on display during the 36th annual EyesOn Design from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 18 on the grounds of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. Vehicles are included by invitation only. EyesOn Design was ranked by USA Today as the fifth-best car show in the United States, out of more than 300 such shows, said Dr. Philip Hessburg, the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology’s medical director. He said the show attracts car collectors and designers from around the world, and he credits the automotive design world with making EyesOn Design as prestigious and exciting as it is today. “Most people in Grosse Pointe, St. Clair Shores, Harper Woods — most people (in the immediate area) do not know what a major event this has turned into,” Hessburg said. EyesOn Design Chair Kathy Pecar Lightbody agreed. “What always blows me away is the caliber of the show,” Pecar Lightbody said. “It is a world-class show, and that it is right here and so accessible is pretty remarkable.” About 3,000 people attend each year, Pecar Lightbody said. While parking is available at the Ford House, it does fill up, so attendees are encouraged to park nearby at Grosse Pointe North High School, 707 Vernier Road in Grosse Pointe Woods, where complimentary shuttle rides aboard the Grosse Pointe trolleys will be offered all day. This year’s theme is “Design Revolutions.” “One thing that’s unique is that our theme changes every year,” Pecar Lightbody said. Based on the theme, she said, automotive designers come up with 20 to 25 categories and find vehicles “to tell our story” based on that theme, Pecar Lightbody said. She said attendees will find vehicles from all periods of automotive history this year, as well as forward-looking concept vehicles. “This year, the theme allows us to bring something from every era, along with things from the future,” Pecar Lightbody said. This year’s categories include the 70th anniversary of the Corvette, The Dawn of the Pony Car and Italian Futurism, among others. Dozens of motorcycles from various periods will also be on view. “Each year the EyesOn Design at Ford House is built around a different design-oriented theme,” Glen Durmisevich, head of judging, said in a prepared statement. “This makes each show unique. For 2023, the EyesOn Design theme is ‘Design Revolutions.’ The goal is to

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Civil War for weapons and munitions. “The boats used to have to come up the Detroit River from Lake Erie into Lake St. Clair,” Brady said. “The average depth of Lake St. Clair is just over 4 feet, so a lot of times, those big ships would run aground, and they couldn’t drive at night because it was dangerous.” Range lights, Brady explained, are a pair of lights that work together. A smaller one sat about 1000 feet in front of the other one and sailors lined them up to make sure they were in deeper, safer waters, Brady said. When there was no dredging and no lights, ships would stop overnight or when the weather turned and anchor in the bay. The town Anchor Bay subsequently earned its name from this, Brady said. “When the boats used to have to stop at nighttime, they’re losing money and they can’t travel, so it would take longer to get to where they were going, so they would have to anchor,” Brady said. The range lights used to have a keeper’s dwelling, but Brady said it’s a mystery what

happened to it. “They really don’t know what happened to it,” Brady said. “We do know that the remains of the house are not there around the lighthouse.” They know the government didn’t burn it down after it no longer served a purpose, Brady said, because they have documentation of people renting it out after it was decommissioned. There is also documentation about a storm that swept through Harsens Island and Lake St. Clair in the early 1900s that destroyed many buildings. According to the Save Our South Channel Lights website, one of the lights started to lean heavily to one side in 1875 and was dismantled and rebuilt on the same stone and timber base that it had been built on originally. Gary Strobel, president of Save Our South Channel Lights, said the front light is currently leaning heavily to one side, prompting the need for fundraising. Brady said it is the third time in history it has leaned heavily to one side. “We’re trying to raise the funds to do the foundation work that will straighten up the light,” Strobel said. “It’s estimated to be about $500,000 to $750,000 that we need

for that.” Right now, they currently have $160,000 saved in cash and investments, Strobel said. The group is also involved in events such as art fairs, and there was a golf outing to raise money. Ways the public can help include coming to the events, donating and applying for a membership. “We’re doing some incentives to drive memberships,” Strobel said. “It entitles you (to) a newsletter and decals from the organization and we also have some merchandise that is sent to you, depending on the level of membership that you enroll in.” More repairs are also in the organization’s plans. “Our goal is to restore the fence on the rear light and to continue to raise funds for the front light,” Strobel said. He said more restoration work has been done in the last couple years. “What we’ve seen is a lot of damage caused by mother nature with the high waters and winds,” Strobel said. “We did do some restoration on the shed. We had to totally rebuild that. We spent approximately $10,000 on that to rebuild and restore that. The group meets quarterly at the Chesterfield Fire Department to plan and

resolve issues. “They’re still standing tall today because of the way they were constructed and the group efforts to restore them and to save our heritage,” Strobel said. Brady said the group has raised close to $900,000 since its inception and has had two match grants. They also raise money through the sale of merchandise and memberships and through weddings and tours out to the grounds of the lights. Brady said people are welcome to the events they are at. The group is also asking for any information or photos people have about the lights. She also said with things like the keeper’s dwelling, there are huge gaps they are trying to fill with the provided history. “If somebody knows something about the South Channel range lights, call us up or send us an email because we really do want to learn as much about this history as we can,” Brady said. On June 24, they will be at the Algonac Michigan Chapter Antique & Classic Boat Show held at the Algonac Harbour Club. For more information about the lights go to their website at soschannellights.org. Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.

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Along with the exposure, it’s also extremely competitive baseball, and the fans are loving every minute of it.

Birmingham Bloomfield Beavers (0-2)

Utica Unicorns (2-1)

The four-time USPBL champions that won three-straight titles from 2019 to 2021 are back and looking to add to the team’s legacy. The team has an imposing offense led by a mix of veterans and newcomers, with outfielder Alec Brunson and infielder Donovyn Curiel continuing to make their mark with the Unicorns, while newly

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Eastside Diamond Hoppers catcher Whit Hughes connects with one during batting practice at the United Shore Professional Baseball League media day on May 16 at Jimmy John’s Field. acquired infielder Josh Baker and catcher Justin Gomez consistently provide at the plate. “First look at it, I don’t think we’re going to be the same Unicorns that I heard of last year with the big boys, power, and lots of home runs,” Tomasic, a right-handed pitcher, said. “I think we’re going to be more of the gapto-gap and score guys more efficiently than relying on the long ball.” Gomez, who was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in 2019, is currently hitting .333 on the season, while Baker’s two home runs are tied for the league lead. Like the Beavers pitching staff, the Unicorns staff will look to match the offensive firepower as the season progresses.

While the earned run averages may not be there yet for the Unicorns, Tomasic currently leads the league in wins (2) in his first year with the league. A Michigan State University player in 2022, Tomasic will look to lead the pitching staff alongside Tristan Harvin, Jace Baumann, Jake Fiorito, and Michigan native Carsie Walker (Saugatuck).

Eastside Diamond Hoppers (3-0)

Currently the only unbeaten team in the league, there’s a reason the Diamond Hoppers are not only the strongest team right now, but also the first team to have a player signed by an MLB organization for the 2023 season. See USPBL on page 11A

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It’s only right to start off with the 2022 USPBL champions, but it’s a new-look squad coming into this season for the Birmingham Bloomfield Beavers, who are three-time champions of the league. Missing their top-three hitters from 2022 and the majority of their pitching staff, the Beavers will look to rely on returning veteran outfielders Chris Davis and Travious Ford, and returning infielder JD Stubbs to bolster the offensive unit. Davis is off to a hot start so far in 2023, batting .571 with two home runs in seven at-bats while Ford is building off his successful 2022 campaign with a .500 batting average in 10 at-bats. The Beavers have scored five or more runs in both of their games this season, but are looking for their pitching staff to provide some consistency. Troy native Nick Gajewski, who played collegiately at Rochester University, is one of the Beavers pitchers hoping to help bolster the staff this season. A first-year player in the USPBL, Gajewski said that while it has been an adjustment, it feels like a full-circle moment to be playing in the league this season. “Definitely trying to settle in and find your groove, but I don’t mind it at all,” Gajewski said. “Matter of fact, I like it a lot more than any other type of ball I’ve played prior, so I do enjoy the environment. I used to come to these games when I was younger, and here we are now.” Pitchers Alex Reinoehl, Zachary Goree and Rhian Mann will look to be consistent contributors for the Beavers as well this season on the mound.

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On May 23, the Minnesota Twins continued their USPBL poaching with the signing of 6-foot-8 right-handed pitcher Jake Wosinski, a Michigan native from Ada, who was dominant so far this season with zero earned runs and seven strikeouts in four innings. Aside from Wosinski, the Diamond Hoppers are the most balanced team in the league right now with veteran infielders Joe Burke, Alex Pup and Saginaw native Noah Marcoux. “We got a lot of returners, so having guys back that you played with and you know and you’re familiar with helps a lot,” Burke said. “We kind of have the dynamic

together and know what to expect from each other, and we’re ready to get it going.” While the hitting has improved since last season, the Diamond Hoppers pitching staff continues to be strong. Led by Luke Drummond, Ethan Young, Brett Erwin, Chris Kelly and Grand Rapids native Andrew Verbrugge, the Diamond Hoppers’ slew of arm talent mixed with offensive firepower makes it the team to beat in the league. “I know we got the pitching, but I hope our lineup is going to be ready to go,” Burke said. “One through nine, I think it’s going to be the best in the league. It should be, but we got to go out there and compete like everyone else.”

Westside Wooly Mammoths since joining the USPBL in 2017. While holding a pair of runner-up finishes, the past couple of years have been tough as the Mammoths hitting never seemed to truly find its groove last season. Led by former Kansas City Royals 2019 draft pick Burle Dixon in the outfield and a crop of newly acquired talent, the Mammoths offense has been firing on all cylinders this season. “I’m trying to be a leader for this squad and bring some wins to the Mammoths,” Dixon said. “They’ve been struggling the past few years, so I’m excited to be here and try and turn things around.” Alongside Dixon, outfielder Francis Florentino, infielder Nick Webre and outfielder Reese Trahey, a West Bloomfield native, lead the offensive unit this season.

You’re invited

Macomb native and Michigan State University right-handed pitcher Kyle Bischoff headlined the Mammoths pitching staff with a league-high 15 strikeouts this season, and his numbers were strong enough to attract the Minnesota Twins’ attention. On May 31, the Twins signed Bischoff, who is the USPBL’s 48th player to sign with a Major League Baseball organization. With Bischoff ’s departure, the Mammoths will rely on veterans Beau Atkins and Novi native Grant Pytel to be consistent contributors on the mound. Dixon said there will be one major change with the Mammoths this season. “Confidence,” Dixon said. “We’re going to come out with confidence every day and be that person who you think you are. We’re going to come out with confidence every night and execute.”

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Cooling without an air conditioner

Lasko, which manufactures electric fans, has some advice for getting the most out of them. The manufacturer points out on its website, lasko.com, that cooler air is heavier than hotter air, so placing a fan lower to the ground may better disperse the cooler air in a room. Lasko also recommends pointing the fan at a wall that is across from where most of the activity in the room takes place. It says this placement will bounce the air off the wall and mix it with the rest of the air in the space, cooling it. Lasko states that twin window fans working together can take in cooler air while at the same time exhausting hot air to the outdoors. Opting for this two-way circulation can help cool a room and keep it from feeling stuffy. “Box fans are versatile in their use due to their ability to operate in windows,” Brian Schaadt, Lasko’s business unit director, said in an email. “When weather and safety permit, using a box fan facing outward in a window and opening another window in the room (or nearby room) can effectively increase fresh air indoors and exhaust polluted indoor air.” Schaadt also suggested opening windows when it’s cooler outside at night and placing box fans to circulate the fresh air and create a cross flow ventilation system.

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Many local utility companies — including DTE Energy and Consumers Energy — offer rebate programs and other incentives for switching to energy-efficient appliances. Consumers Energy also offers inspections to help homeowners find ways to make their homes more energy-efficient, while DTE can help connect homeowners with contractors. For more information on either program, visit consumersenergy.com or dteenergy.com.

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demonstrate many of the great car designs from the past, present, and future that have changed the look and feel of the next generation of automobile design. “This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of revolutionary designs, but a sampling of some unique design solutions that lead the industry through time,” Durmisevich continued. “Although car design evolved due to many technological, engineering and manufacturing breakthroughs, these won’t be the focus but rather the reasons and enablers that allowed car design to change in the direction set forth by forward thinking design leaders.” In keeping with the theme, this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipient is Ralph Gilles, the chief design officer for Stellantis. Gilles will receive this award during a black tie-optional event at 6:30 p.m. June 16 at the Conner Center in Detroit; the cost of a ticket to the event is $225 per person. EyesOn Design at Ford House offers its Private Eyes Brunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June 18 to those who want to have a meal and mingle in a more intimate setting with the designers; the cost for the brunch is $95 for adults and $35 for children younger than 10, and a brunch ticket includes car show admission. Other EyesOn Design events include a 75-mile EyesOn Design driving tour through southeastern Michigan that includes lunch at a surprise location, at a cost of $95 per person; and two design symposiums at $100 apiece that will feature unique vehicles — “Corvette Racing — Clandestined for Speed” from 9 to 11:30 a.m. June 17 at the General Motors Design Dome in Warren, and “Viper Design” from 1:30 to 4 p.m. June 17 at the Stellantis North America Design Center in Auburn Hills. Each year, about 50 vehicles receive awards during EyesOn Design. Pecar Lightbody said, this year, the awards ceremony — which takes place around 1:30 p.m. — will be held near the Ford House entrance, making it easier to find. She said winning vehicles will be moved to this location during the show, so attendees will be able to see all the winners in one location. The EyesOn Design car show and related events are fundraisers for the nonprofit Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology, which

The Ford House is located at 1100 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores. Tickets to the car show can be purchased at the gate for $35 per person, with free admission for children under age 10 and active-duty military service members with identification. All other events require advance ticket purchase and registration. For reservations or more information, visit eyesondesign.org or call (313) 824-4710.

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is based in Grosse Pointe Park and provides programs and services for blind and visually impaired individuals in the region. The DIO is also the research arm of Henry Ford Health. “The reason it’s so important is because the car show raises money for our work with the blind and visually impaired,” Hessburg said. It’s also a critical fundraiser for the DIO’s biennial research congresses — The Eye and the Chip, about artificial vision, and The Eye, the Brain and the Auto — which take place on alternate years. This year, researchers from across the globe will converge on metro Detroit in October for The Eye and the Chip. The congresses have been taking place for more than 20 years now. Bringing these diverse researchers together has enabled them to share their findings and collaborate, something that has led to important breakthroughs and findings. “It’s really the world’s leading meeting on this subject,” Hessburg said of The Eye and the Chip. “It’s made a lot of progress.” While he acknowledged much work still needs to be done, researchers have already implanted devices in some patients around the world that have given people who were completely blind some level of vision. It might not yet be anywhere close to that of a typically sighted person, but Hessburg said these devices enable users to detect general shapes and shadows so that they can navigate a room, for example, and not need a seeing eye dog or a cane to get around furniture. “This car show is not just about cars — it’s about restoring sight to the blind,” said Hessburg, who has spent his career as an eye doctor. Call Staff Writer K. Michelle Moran at (586) 498-1047.

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JUNE 16

Friday Fun Nights: Food trucks and ice cream, beer tent, yoga, craft and specialty vendors, kids stage and games, pet adoption, movie, cornhole tournament, and more, 5-9 p.m., Warren City Hall, 1 City Square, also July 14 and Aug. 18, cityofwarren.org

U-Tica Palooza: 5K walk at 9 a.m. and mini road rally at 1 p.m. at Grant Park, 8243 Hahn St., also comedy show at 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 351, 46146 Cass Ave., benefit for Woman’s Life Chapter 911 and Sparkle Network’s Alzheimer’s/Dementia Family programs, bit.ly/23UPalooza

JUNE 16-17

JUNE 18

Juneteenth Festival: Art, craft and vendor show, plus live entertainment, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, downtown Mount Clemens, (586) 469-4168

JUNE 16-19

Juneteenth celebration: Games, food, music, guest speakers, mental health care resources, arts and crafts, and more, Cairns Community Center, 58 Orchard St. in Mount Clemens, see daily schedule and times at facebook.com/MCJUNETEENTH

JUNE 17

7th Annual GP Pride: Short march, music, kids’ activities, activism opportunities and more, 1-3 p.m., corner of Kercheval and St. Clair in Village of Grosse Pointe, wegp.org/Pride-2022-Details Eastpointe Cruisin’ Gratiot: 11 a.m. welcome ceremony, 1 p.m. parade of convertibles, 1:30 p.m. cruise lane open between Eight and 10 Mile roads, 4 p.m. awards and 7 p.m. cruise lane closes, www.cruisin-gratiot.com

EyesOnDesign: Automotive design exhibition, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ford House, 1100 Lakeshore Drive in Grosse Pointe Shores, event raises funds for Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology, www.eyesondesign.org/ car-show 4F Fest: Food truck wars, live music, bounce house, car show, games, vendors and more, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Knights Park & Pavillion, 11541 21 Mile Road in Shelby Township Juneteenth presentation: “FREEDOM: Beyond the Emancipation Proclamation,” 2 p.m., Neighborhood Club, 17150 Waterloo in Grosse Pointe City, www. donavenadvisorsllc.ticketleap.com/freedom beyond-the-emancipation-proclamation

JUNE 23

Independence Day Celebration: Featuring The Circle of Sound Band at 7:30 p.m. and fireworks at 10 p.m., Clinton River Park on northbound Gratiot Ave. in Mount Clemens, (586) 469-4168 Fireworks: Dusk (rain date June 24), Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, discount wristbands and parking passes available at Civic Ice Arena, 20000 Stephens St., scsmi.net/307/ Events

FARMERS MARKETS Mount Clemens 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until Nov. 18, City Park & Ride Lot, 141 N. River Road, (586) 493-7600, mountclemensfarmersmarket.com St. Clair Shores 5-9 p.m. Thursdays (July 13, Aug. 10, Sept. 14 and Oct. 12) and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays (June 25, July 23, Aug. 27 and Sept. 24), Blossom Heath Park, south of 10 Mile Road on Jefferson Avenue, www.scsmi.net/877/Farmers-Market Shelby Township 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays until Oct. 14, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave., www. ShelbyFarmersMarket.org Sterling Heights Also live music, 3-8 p.m. Thursdays until Sept. 28, Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road, sterlingheights.net/1236/Dodge-Park-Thursdays

Senior Wellness and Retirement Expo: Free health and wellness screenings, seminars and vendor booths, prescription drug disposal, door prizes and giveaways, and more, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Macomb Intermediate School Building, 4401 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, clintontownship.com

JUNE 23-25

American Polish Festival & Craft Show: 4-11 p.m. June 23, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. June 24 and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. June 25, The American Polish Century Club, 33204 Maple Lane in Sterling Heights, (586) 264-7990, americanpolishfestival.com

JUNE 24

Tons O’ Trucks & Wheeled Wonders: More than 40 vehicles on display, inflatables, face painting, train rides, refreshments, giveaways and more, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Seneca Middle School, park at Dakota High School, both near 21 Mile and Heydenreich roads in Macomb Township, macomb-mi.gov/469/ ons-O-Trucks

JUNE 25

Pride March: Hosted by Saint Clair Shores Residents for Equality, speakers at 11 a.m. behind Chapoton

Pump Station, 23001 E. 9 Mile Road, march at noon on sidewalk of Jefferson Avenue to end of pier at Blossom Heath Park and back, follow group on Facebook

JUNE 28

Market Days: Featuring vendor fair, food trucks, free youth programming, community resources and more, 4-7 p.m., 22013 Quinn Road in Clinton Township, (586) 286-9336

JULY 5

Concert and fireworks: Inflatables, face painting and more from 6-9 p.m., Your Generation in Concert from 8:30-10 p.m. and fireworks around 10:05 p.m., 40700 Romeo Plank Road, www.myctpr.com/238/ Clinton-Township-Fireworks

JULY 8-9

Utica Antiques Market: 8-5 p.m. July 8 and 8-4 p.m. July 9, Knights of Columbus Grounds, 11541 21 Mile Road in Shelby Township, uticaantiques.com

JULY 20-23

Carnival, parade and fireworks: Carnival hosted by Fraser Lions Club July 20-23, and parade at noon and fireworks at 10 p.m. July 23, Steffens Park at City Hall, 33000 Garfield Road, www.facebook.com/ FraserMichigan48026

JULY 27-29

Sterlingfest: Art, music and more July 27-29 and fireworks at dusk July 27, Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road, sterling-heights.net/714/Sterlingfest

JULY 29-30

Stony Creek Art Fair: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. July 29 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 30, Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Drive in Shelby Township, stonycreekartfair. com

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Dodge Park Splash Pad: Noon-8 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, 40620 Utica Road in Sterling Heights, (586) 446-2700, sterling-heights. net/1631/Splash-Pad Downtown Social District: Live music, food trucks, street games, vendors, dancing and more, 5 p.m.midnight June 24, July 8 and 22, Aug. 12 and 26, Sept. 9 and 23, and Oct. 14 and 28, along Greater Mack Avenue between Nine Mile Road and Nine Mack/Cavalier drives in St. Clair Shores, scsmi.net/ social-district ‘Let’s Zoom! Traveling Show’: Self-portraits by regional artists, on display until July 5, Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place in Mount Clemens, www.theartcenter.org Summer yard art sale: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays until Labor Day, Schramm’s Farm, 21701 24 Mile Road in Macomb Township, www.facebook.com/MacombCharitable Foundation

6:30–9 p.m. at Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metropolitan Parkway in Harrison Township June 18: Stone Blossoms June 25: The Firewalkers July 2: Persuasion July 9: Taylor Tucky July 16: Gridiron & Friends July 23: 3rd Degree Burns July 30: Bugs Beddow & The Good Stuff 7-9 p.m. at The Alley at Erin Commons, 28349 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville July 6: Cosmic Groove 7–8:30 p.m. at Eastwood Beach at Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Road in Shelby Township June 23: Ashley Lynn Experience June 30: Macomb Symphony Orchestra w/ 338th Army Band, also fireworks at dusk July 7: Stone Blossoms July 21: Persuasion 7-9 p.m. at Fountain Stage on Macomb Place in downtown Mount Clemens June 16: John P July 7: Spooky Sterling July 14: Strictly Fine July 21: Joe Alan Band July 28: Dave Hamilton 7 p.m. at Memorial Park, near Utica Public Library, 7530 Auburn Road, firewoks to follow June 16: Stumbling Mice June 23: The Pulse June 30: DC Marx July 7: Classic Maniacs July 14: Don Puglisi July 21: The Mixx July 28: American Ages Band 6-8:30 p.m. at Waterfront Park, 34890 Jeffertson Ave. in Harrison Township June 22: Hung Up July 27: The Blue Cat Band 7-8:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores June 21: Stone Blossoms June 28: Blue Water Kings July 12: Kathleen Murray and The Groove Council July 19: Rockstar July 26: Captain Fantastic, Elton John tribute

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The current River Bends Park fishing site and kayak or canoe launch area is a dirt path with a steep decline. People who have mobility challenges or disabilities are not able to use the launch, which creates a barrier in this section of the water trail. There are a few neighboring communities that have universally accessible boat launches, but they are more than 6 miles of river away. By constructing a universally accessible boat launch in River Bends Park, the Shelby Township Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department will be creating a stronger network of accessible launches so that more people can utilize more of the Clinton River Water Trail. Thanks to the grant awarded by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and a grant from the National Environmental Education Foundation for $20,000, the Shelby Township Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department will be able to install an “EZ Launch” kayak launch at the River Bends Park fishing site. The EZ Launch exceeds Americans with Disabilities Act standards. The township also will be

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upgrading the parking lot and pathways to ensure universal access. Township officials are looking for help in cleaning up the Clinton River in preparation for the project. In partnership with the Clinton River Watershed Council, the township is seeking volunteers to help remove trash around the waterway. Those interested can meet at the River Bends Park fishing site located at 49354 Ryan Road at 2 p.m. June 10. Organizers prefer preregistration to ensure they have enough supplies. Sign up at register.shelbytwp.org. There will be ice cream to celebrate the cleanup. Joe Youngblood, director of the Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department, said this will be a very popular and positive addition to Shelby Township. “The new Shelby Township accessible kayak launch will be a great addition to our park system. We are also in process of clearing out debris to make the river as safe as possible,” he said. The township hopes to have the launch and dock compleded by this fall. The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Legacy Funds focus on regional caregiving, design and access, youth sports, and the Grosse Pointe community. Wilson, who died at age 95 in 2014, was a Grosse Pointe Shores resident and the founder and owner of the Buffalo Bills.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held before the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Shelby, Macomb County, Michigan, on Tuesday June 20, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Township Municipal Building located at 52700 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, Michigan 48316. The Charter Township of Shelby is completing an application to the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) for a grant in the amount of $165,000 for the construction of park improvements at River Bends Park (49354 Ryan Road) associated with an accessible kayak launch. The improvements include additional parking, accessible sidewalks, accessible trailer parking, an accessible play / picnic area and bioswales with native plant landscaping. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or service at the meeting should contact the Shelby Township Clerk’s Office at (586) 731-5102, or TDD (586) 726-2731. Stanley T. Grot Township Clerk Published: C & G NEWSPAPERS GROSSE POINTE/MACOMB COUNTY SPECIAL EDITION 06/14/2023

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