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MAKE THE MOST OF A DAY ON MACKINAC ISLAND pending 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. See MACKINAC on page 22A

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The Troy Farmers Market will return to Jeanne M. Stine Park for its sixth season starting Friday, June 16.

Troy Farmers Market is back in season BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

The Troy Farmers Market is returning for its sixth year on Fridays throughout the summer at Jeanne M. Stine Community Park. The first date for the market this year will be Friday, June 16. The park, located at 241 Town Center Drive, has hosted the farmers market since last year. It offers a variety of local produce, handmade goods and Michigan-made products in an outdoor setting. “This is our sixth year,” said Cindy Stewart, the city’s community affairs director and the manager of the Troy Farmers Market. “We changed our times a bit this year to 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. We kept it going through COVID, since it was all outside. It’s another great thing about shopping outside.” Jacqueline Weber is the owner of Junie Pie’s Baking Co., from Madison Heights, and has been a vendor at

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Teens surprised by improvements to Troy Boys & Girls Club BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

The youths at the Boys & Girls Club of Troy got a surprise May 23: an upgrade to the facility’s teen room complete with new video

game systems, computers, games and furniture. The upgrades were the result of a grant from Aaron’s, a nationwide sales and leasing company that has a longstanding partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of America. This

was the 60th upgrade they have done inside one of the organization’s youth centers. “We have a commitment to the Boys & Girls Club for the next few years. We’ve been doing all kinds of things for them. This is our 60th refresh of a Boys & Girls Club center. It’s

to give the boys and girls here a safe environment here and a positive place to go and study and do things after school,” said Jerry Moog Jr., a Detroit regional manager for Aaron’s. “Hopefully, this won’t only make sure kids keep com-

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Troy to host Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant for local youths BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

he Troy community can celebrate Juneteenth in a special way this year as the Troy Community Center hosts the second annual Miss Michigan Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant. Juneteenth marks the commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation and the ending of American slavery. The pageant is hosted by the Power Detroit organization and highlights young women ages 4 to 19 to celebrate their academic excellence and community service. “Power Detroit started as a social justice organization and has transformed into something that mentors young children and encourages them to go on to be active members of their community,” explained Power Detroit founder Summer March. “The pageant was something we did last year in Royal Oak. A member of the Juneteenth Committee asked me about the possibility of doing a pageant. We got judges. We got local teachers involved. Megan Woods from WDIV took part. It really took off. Unfortunately, one of the contestants got COVID, so it ended up being virtual. We wanted to try it again, but do it in person this time.” The pageant will take place 2-4 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at the Troy Community Center, located at 3179 Livernois Road. There is no cost to register to compete and

RIGHT: Cassidy Conley, right, and Ty’Lynn Thornton, left, were among the winners at last year’s Miss Michigan Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant. ABOVE: Cyre’l Lauderdale, left, and J’niya Lauderdale, right, were selected as Miss Little Michigan Juneteenth and Miss Junior Michigan Juneteenth, respectively, at the first Miss Michigan Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant in 2022. Photo provided by Summer March

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Local house named Michigan Heritage Home A local home in Troy was recently designated as a Michigan Heritage Home by the Historical Society of Michigan. The Douglass House was built in 1860 and was recently restored by its owners, Kevin and Susan Lindsey, who have lived in the home since 1989. A plaque was installed on the house to commemorate the honor. “We are very pleased to get this, and have installed the plaque they sent us. It is my understanding that ours is the first such designation in Troy,” said Kevin Lindsey. “The house was already part of Troy’s historic district that designates homes as historic, but this is a new program that is statewide. We’ve stripped all the woodwork back to its original wood. We painted, removed paneling, and redid the kitchen and bathroom all following the standards for historic restoration. We even got a photo from 1913 so we could change the porches back to how they used to be and worked with our neighbors to move a barn back to where it was originally located.”

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Troy Schools hosts first in-person fitness run since COVID

ATHENS TRACK TEAM WINS GRANT The Troy Athens High School track and field team was recently awarded a chocolate milk grant for $2,000 from the United Dairy Industry of Michigan, after the team gave back to the community throughout their recent season. Grant recipients were encouraged to raise funds for a food bank to purchase milk, one of the most requested items, and the team recently donated $130 to the Troy People Concerned Food Pantry at St. Anastasia Roman Catholic Church in Troy. The pantry relies strictly on donations from the parish and the local community to assist city residents.

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Athens track and field coaches Tom Cook, Mark Hayes and Shawn DuFresne said they are grateful for the grant. “We are always emphasizing proper nutrition with our student athletes,” DuFresne said. “We’re thankful we can promote good health to our kids.” “This donation from the Athens track and field team allows us to send home milk to families experiencing hardship,” added Kim Houseman, the Christian service outreach director at St. Anastasia. “Without these donations, our families would go without milk on a regular basis.”

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For the first time since COVID forced the event to be virtual, the fifth grade Troy Fitness Run was hosted in person. Organized by physical education teachers in the Troy School District, the run reminds families in the district to be mindful of their health and encourages them to get outside and be active. The event took place at Boulan Middle School, and fifth graders from across the district were bused in to take part. The fastest student crossed the line at 11 minutes, 5 seconds, and the last student crossed at 23 minutes, 45 seconds. Wass Elementary had the fastest kids in both the boys and girls categories, and the most participants per school overall. “It was so wonderful to be able to have our event in person — the students have been working hard and were so excited to best their own times!” remarked physical education teacher Sarah Redden.

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TROY ROTARY TO HOST INAUGURAL GOLF SCRAMBLE BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

The Troy Rotary Club is inviting the community to join them for its Charity Golf Scramble on Friday, June 23, at the Sylvan Glen Golf Course. The golf scramble will raise money for the Rotary Club’s various programs in the Troy community. “This is our inaugural golf scramble. We think that there is a lot of interest in the Troy community in golfing,” said Rotary Club President Mahendra Kenkre. “We thought this would be a good way to engage with people here and host a fundraiser. People like being outside in the spring, so it’s a good time to do it.” “We thought there was a lot of interest in golf in this community,” added Rotary board member Linda Luty. “We wanted to engage people in the community so they can support us in a fun way while we raise awareness and show people how they can get involved.” The event begins with breakfast at 7 a.m. and a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The cost will be $125 per player or $500 for a foursome. The cost includes breakfast, 18 holes

The Troy Rotary’s inaugural Golf Scramble will benefit numerous local programs in Troy, such as the Troy Fire Department’s Team Turkey project, which delivers 200 Thanksgiving meals to families in need.

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of golf with cart, a hot dog and chips on the turn, and lunch. Those interested can register online at www.troyrotary.net. Sylvan Glen Golf Course is located at 5725 Rochester Road. For more information, contact ben.clevenger@usi.com or mkenkre@gmail. com.

“After the start, the 18 holes will be available for foursomes,” said Kenkre. “There will be snacks on the course and lunch at the end in the clubhouse. We will have prizes we will give out over lunch. … There also will be a raffle draw during lunch as well.” Luty said this is the perfect event for

those who want to help out and have a fun time doing so. “If you play golf, this is the event for you,” she said. “You and the others in your foursome will have a wonderful morning. You’ll get some great food. You’ll be able to

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CRIME WATCH Home invasion suspect charged

A 53-year-old Highland Park man is in custody after he entered a home and robbed the owner, police said. The incident occurred at 3:17 p.m. May 25 at a home in the 4400 block of Livernois Road. Police said the homeowner was getting out of the shower when he observed an unknown man inside his home. The man demanded the homeowner’s wallet after cornering him. The victim then escaped to a neighbor’s home, at which point he called the police. The suspect was seen leaving the scene on a bicycle. Upon arriving at the scene, officers observed a man matching the suspect’s description on a bicycle. He was taken into custody, and police said they located multiple items in his pockets, including jewelry and watches. The suspect was charged with one count of home invasion — first degree.

Car chase ends in charges for Grosse Pointe Woods man

A 42-year-old Grosse Pointe Woods man is awaiting charges after he fled from police after being pulled over for traveling at 104 mph on northbound Interstate 75, near Long Lake Road, police said. The incident took place at 9:50 a.m. May 26. Officers pulled over a 2021 Ford Mustang for speeding, at which point, they said, the driver admitted to driving 104 mph. Officers said he was slurring his words, and when they returned to their patrol car to check his identity, he left the scene of the traffic stop, fleeing at a high rate of speed. Officers pursued the driver, but they suspended the chase for safety reasons after the suspect continued to drive recklessly. Officers exited the expressway at Adams Road and observed a Ford Mustang parked in the “Park and Ride” parking lot at the end of the ramp. Upon entering the parking lot, officers said they observed the driver from the previous traffic stop in the driver’s seat of the Mustang. The suspect was taken into custody and did poorly on field sobriety tests, according to officers. After he refused to submit to a breath test, a warrant for a blood test was obtained. Charges on the incident are forthcoming, pending the results of the test.

Driver allegedly flees from police, crashes

Charges are pending after a driver allegedly fled from police and crashed into another vehicle while intoxicated.

Police said they attempted to make a traffic stop on a 2014 Ford Focus at 7:57 p.m. May 27 near the intersection of East Wattles Road and Dequindre Road after the vehicle was seen speeding and running a red light. Police said that the driver disregarded the officer’s emergency lights and siren, continuing to drive at a high rate of speed, and sideswiped the officer’s patrol vehicle in an attempt to get away. They said the driver then continued driving into a parking lot before slamming on his brakes, causing another collision that disabled his vehicle. The driver, a 26-year-old Sterling Heights man, was taken into custody. Officers said he appeared confused and sluggish, and during an inventory search of his vehicle, they located numerous large cans of whipped cream propellant. Permission for a blood test was approved, with charges pending the results.

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Car stolen from outside apartment

A 2017 Dodge Charger was stolen at 5:20 a.m. May 26 from outside its owner’s apartment in the 500 block of Colony Drive. The police are investigating.

Suspect charged following tire theft

A delivery of tires, valued at $1,686.98, was stolen after being dropped off at Suburban Subaru, located at 1821 Maplelawn Drive, at 4:44 p.m. May 21. The business reported that the driver of a Ram pickup truck loaded the tires into his vehicle from their parking lot after the tires were left outside of the business. Police identified a suspect, a 48-year-old Sterling Heights man, and charged him with one count of larceny over $1,000.

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A local nonprofit is taking the fight to childhood cancer through awareness, fundraisers and making deliveries of toys and games. The organization is called Aid2Day and was founded by Heera Santhosh, a junior at International Academy East in Troy. “Aid2Day is an international nonprofit student-run organization that I and a friend from high school founded in high school,” Santhosh explained. “We support pediatric cancer patients. In addition to fundraising, we hold awareness campaigns. We have 115 members, which are all high school students from across the globe.” Aid2Day supports pediatric cancer

patients via microgrant fundraisers, raising more than $50,000 in the last three years, as well as hosting awareness campaigns and collecting items as gifts for patients. “This last summer, we created gift baskets for a cancer patient and started hosting mental health programs highlighting how important it can be during ongoing cancer treatment,” said Santhosh. “We also started talking a bit in a webinar about the importance of vaccines. This was in addition to our ongoing fundraisers and other programs, (such as) gift drives for children in oncology units and food drives for communities.” Among its most significant programs are toy drives for children undergoing treatments for cancer. Sinead Nimmo, a child life project specialist for Children’s Hospital of Michigan, said the group recently made a donation that has made a huge difference in the lives of their patients. “They are making an in-kind donation of toys and other items,” said Nimmo. “Our job at the hospital is to help them with their coping so they understand what is going on,

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‘WE WERE READY TO WIN’

Troy tennis knew this was the year heading into the 2023 season. A healthy number of seniors returning, a third-place finish at the state finals in 2022, and back-to-back regional titles spelled a potentially historic season for head coach Brian Miska’s squad. “We were ready to win,” Miska said. “We’re obviously in win-now mode, right? This group of girls, unfortunately, missed their first year because of the whole COVID situation, but they’ve just stayed hungry over the past couple years. This is the year we knew we’d have a shot to win states and be a contender.” After the two-day Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 State Finals from June 2 to 3 at Hope College and Holland Christian concluded, the ladies had achieved everything coach Miska expected and more with a runner-up finish to a stacked Ann Arbor Pioneer squad. What seemed almost like an every-

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Troy girls tennis earned a runner-up finish at the 2023 Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 State Finals June 3. league title for the first time in more than 15 years and first time under Miska, and Troy’s third straight regional title. Talk about dominance. Troy cleanswept all eight flights at the Region 5 Championship at Troy High School May 18.

Senior Hayley Chenfang collected a regional title in singles flight 1 over top-seeded Troy Athens, while senior Amritha Yelleti, Ochoa and Keeta all earned regional title wins.

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tournament-occurrence for Troy, the doubles flights were the key component to their impressive score, earning state titles in three of four doubles flights with impressive performances from their senior and junior class. Senior Grace Zhu and Nika Tanako, who were the first seed in the tournament, failed to lose a set en route to a state title in the doubles flight 1, but doubles flights 2 and 3 are where Troy really put the tournament on notice. In doubles flight 2, seniors Varsha Penumalee and Vienna Thieu, who were threeseeds, took down top-seeded Pioneer in the state finals match, and doubles flight 3 followed suit as juniors Hannah Lee and Michelle Baik defeated top-seeded Pioneer as well to earn state champion honors. Zhu said the team’s dedication to the sport was what really motivated them. “We really value putting in the extra hours, because we know we’re not the most talented bunch, but we try to compensate that with hard work,” Zhu said. Senior Stephanie Ochoa and junior Shreyana Keeta each made the semifinals in singles flights three and four, respectively. Even if you put the state finals aside, Troy’s incredible season was capped off with an Oakland Activities Association-Red

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Athens senior forward/defender Amanda Leonard controls the ball during an April 20 game against Troy this season.

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Troy Athens girls soccer, like many schools, leans on their seniors to be the voice of the team’s culture and legacy to the underclassmen. With four state titles, three runner-up finishes, and numerous regional and district titles, there’s an expectation that comes with putting on the red and white uniform, and the seniors understand their role in that. That’s why, during their state finals run

in 2021 that eventually ended in a runnerup finish, now-senior forward/defender Amanda Leonard said the seniors were exactly what she needed as an underclassman. “The chemistry on the team was great,” Leonard said. “Our captains were super energetic teammates and leaders. They weren’t all people who played a ton, but they were people who brought the energy up.” Now a team captain for the 2023 Athens squad, Leonard is forefronting a state finals run of her own alongside a talented See SOCCER on page 20A

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ing back, but they’ll spread the word and bring other kids from the Troy area in.” The club’s administrators said the upgrades were much needed and will go a long way in ensuring kids keep coming back. “Aaron’s nationally partners with the Boys & Girls Club of America, and we got to apply for a grant from them. We got selected after sending in our application, and we are thrilled,” said Jim Adams, the Boys & Girls Club of Troy’s club director. “Our building is about 17 years old, so this is our first major renovation that we’ve undergone. We were looking for an opportunity to refresh the teen space. Through that, we were able to empower them a bit in directing what decisions we were

making and letting them tell us what kind of things they wanted to see added here.” The teens at the Boys & Girls Club of Troy even got to provide suggestions for what kind of improvements they wanted to see. “Coming out of COVID, we were looking for new ways to engage our teens, and this was a great way to allow them to provide input,” said Adams. The improvements were installed May 22 and were unveiled to the teens after school May 23. Among them was Chris Rowland, a sophomore at Troy High School. “It’s amazing to see what they’ve done,” Rowland remarked. “It transformed a lot from what it used to be. It’s a lot nicer. … A lot of my suggestions got taken with the computers they added. The whole room is amazing. I can’t choose a favorite part.”

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nxiety is something that many people are familiar with as it troubles a large percentage of humans, but it is important to consider how anxiety may be affecting pets at home. There are multiple different types of anxiety that animals experience. Some of the most common ones include separation anxiety, travel anxiety and thunderstorm anxiety. Laura Wiltshire has been training dogs for about 20 years and has been with Wolverine Dog Training Club for about five years. “Training is a good source to help alleviate anxiety, and when you train a dog, it actually builds the confidence in yourself, and the dog and you do form a bond,” Wiltshire said. For rescue dogs, Wiltshire shared the “3-3-3 rule.” “It takes three days for the dog to settle down, three weeks for your dog to get comfortable and three months for your dog to open up to you and show what their personality is,” Wiltshire said. Angela Tolonen is the owner of Tolonen Family Pet Shop at 23320 Farmington Road in Farmington. One of the managers at Tolonen Family Pet Shop, Sofia Solis, is experienced in working with pets with anxiety. “The COVID dogs were almost like a little mini generation of dogs that lived through a good portion of their life without ever needing anyone who was not within their four walls, and I think for a lot of pet parents, it did not occur to them what that experience would be like once they finally got their pet out and about,” Tolonen said.

Anxiety can be experienced by smaller animals as well. For smaller animals such as cats and rabbits, Solis said enrichment is helpful in reducing their anxiety. Unlike humans, animals cannot use their words to share that they are anxious. However, there are several signs to look for. For dogs, excessive panting, barking or tail tucks are common signs of anxiety. Other animals may be reactive in their own way to people or other pets when they are anxious. Solis said the first thing owners should do when they notice their pet is anxious is look at the root of the problem. For instance, owners should reflect on if their animal has been given sufficient enrichment to stimulate them. A product that can help with enrichment is a snuffle mat, where owners can hide treats that the pet has to find. “It can just be part of their day that they are doing some sort of job for their food, which is actually incredibly rewarding for them. It not only keeps their anxiety down but just really helps their relationship with their human as well,” Tolonen said. One of the ways Solis has helped remedy pet anxiety is through CBD oil. Mike Palmer, the owner of Premier Pet Supply, which has several local locations, said that oftentimes, one of the best things to do is to supplement with a product like CBD. “They don’t make it so that they lose their functional motor skills, it actually just triggers receptors in the brain to provide calm and make it easier to manage situations, whether that is traveling, visiting the vet or the groomer, fireworks, thunderstorms and things like that,” Palmer said.

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ith summer and warmer temperatures just around the corner, many people are turning to their air conditioners to stay comfortable. But in conjunction with the increased use of energy, it isn’t uncommon for residents to see a spike in their utility bills. So how do you keep your home or apartment cool without breaking the bank this summer? According to Consumers Energy’s website, an air conditioner is one of the biggest users of electricity. To avoid trading a low utility bill for comfort, the utility recommends running the air conditioner in the morning so it won’t have to work as hard when utility prices are higher in the afternoon. “Your AC won’t have to work as hard and you can get your home to a comfortable temperature before electricity prices rise in the afternoon,” Consumers Energy states. “Then, from 2 to 7 p.m., simply turn your thermostat up a few degrees. Your house should stay cool, and you’ll save some money.” Additionally, Consumers Energy recommends using a programmable thermostat to take some of the effort out of controlling your air conditioning, as well as installing an air conditioner in the shade and ensuring that it is clear of any leaves or debris. If using a window-mounted unit, close any open registers to keep cool air from escaping. “At the end of the day, our priority is ensuring our customers have the energy they need to power their homes and businesses, and we’re more than prepared to provide that this year, even on summer’s hottest days,” Consumers Energy spokesperson Tracy Wimmer said in an email. “But for those customers looking to reduce their energy footprint or simply save money on their bills, there are a number of very easy-to-implement tips that can be utilized in the summer months — from closing doors and registers in unused areas to operating appliances like the stove or dryer in the morning or evening when it is cooler outside — helping to keep costs low without sacrificing comfort.” DTE Energy also recommends using Energy Star-certified appliances, which are tested and verified for technologies that improve efficiency and performance while being better for the environment.

According to DTE’s website, insufficient insulation can lead to uncomfortable temperatures and increased utility bills. “Air can leak out of your house around openings that are not in obvious areas,” the website states. “Common household air leaks can be found around the plumbing vents, attic hatch, recessed lights and basement rim joints. To maximize home efficiency, seal all the gaps where air can leak out.” DTE also suggests ensuring that rugs, drapes or furniture are not blocking airflow from registers and changing the direction of ceiling fans to cool more efficiently.

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Zhu and Tanako, Penumalee and Thieu, and Lee and Baik continued their reign on the 2023 season with regional title wins, but junior Marin Fox and freshman Nainika Jasti imposed their will on the competition in doubles flight 4 as they failed to drop a point in the regionals. Miska had high praise for the shining freshman and her performance this season. “For a freshman, she’s incredibly mentally tough,” Miska said. “I always joke with the team that our freshman is one of the most mentally tough players on our team. If you look at the record, they’ve only dropped one set the entire year.” With the juniors and underclassmen Troy possesses, they’re in good hands enter-

ing next season, but it’s hard to recognize not only one of the strongest senior classes in Troy tennis history, but a class that achieved program-altering achievements to lay the foundation for the next group. Zhu said her class had a leader in 2021 graduate Sabrina Song, so she said it was only right her class continued that trend. “She really set the tone for having a strong and united team, and just keeping your head down and working hard,” Zhu said. “I think we’ve really strived to keep doing that ever since then.” Troy is set to graduate six state finals players this season, but will look to keep the regional streak alive, and maybe even start a league streak of their own. “This senior class is special,” Miska said. “I’ve been doing this for a long time, and I’m not knocking on any other senior class, but

this is by far the hardest working senior class as a whole. A lot of times in high school they get busy with AP classes, prom, and social lives, and they kind of start to not be as en-

gaged, but this group never stopped working hard. It’s been a real treat to coach, because all four years they’ve worked their butts off. It’s going to be a tough class to lose.”

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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 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 Macki-

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nac 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.

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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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Moog said this was part of Aaron’s nationwide efforts to be part of the communities in which they are located. “We also have local initiatives that each local business takes part in with what we call ‘ACorp’ funds,” Moog remarked. “They each use that funding to help specific groups or projects in the community. This can be supporting battered women’s shelters, hosting football camps for teens, running coat drives and so forth.” He added that the Boys & Girls Club funds are a separate program from ACorp, since it is a corporate-led initiative that helps Boys & Girls Club centers across the country. Other improvements, such as new paint and carpeting, were installed in the weeks leading up to Aaron’s delivery and installation of the new resources. “On May 1, we shut the room down so we could paint the walls and replace the carpet. We put covers on the windows so the kids couldn’t see what we were doing in there. They were champing at the bit to see what was going in,” said Adams. “It was being used as our teen room before, but it had gotten old. The carpet needed replacing. The resources we had in there were

getting older. We needed new paint. I think getting to upgrade to the new PS5 and the new Xbox system are upgrades the kids will love. I think they will like the new furniture too.” The new resources are designed to better allow the teens to both work and have fun. “We’re bringing in computers and game systems and desks for them to work on,” said Moog. “There are televisions we’re putting on the walls. It’s all a space for them to enjoy and encourage them to keep coming back and spending time here.” “It’s going to be a safe and positive place for teens to be after school and in which we can run after-school and summer programs,” Adams added. “With what Aaron’s is giving us, we’re going to have top-of-the-line electronics in there, new furniture, games and decorations. It will just be a nice space for us to run programs out of and expand our programs.” Rowland said that these changes will be a huge improvement to the facility. “It should allow the teens to get close together. This is a more comfortable space for us. It’s easier for the new 13-year-olds to come in and learn what we’re about instead of just basing it all on what they’ve heard about the club,” he said. “Since my sister and I moved to Troy four years ago, this club has been a part of my daily life both during the summer and after school. … I’ve always had fun and I’ve made a

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no cost to attend. Additional information and registration forms are available at https:// linktr.ee/powerdetroit. Donations are recommended and will benefit Power Detroit’s efforts to support prize packages for winners, travel costs for their top winner to compete at the National Juneteenth Pageant in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and to support its local #MoreThanAHashtag initiative, which supports youth and their efforts to promote social justice and activism within their communities. The winners from each age group will receive a crown and a sash and will represent the organization for one year as Miss Michigan Juneteenth. One contestant will be awarded a scholarship and the opportunity to represent Michigan at the National Juneteenth Pageant. “The scholarship is offered to one high school senior of up to $9,000,” said March. “Even if the winner isn’t a senior, the highest placing senior will still walk away with the scholarship. There is a cash prize for each winner of each age division, as well as a gift bag donated by local businesses and organizations. The age divisions are divided up as ‘Little,’ which is ages 4-6; ‘Junior,’ which is ages 7-9;

‘Pre-Teen,’ which is ages 10-12; ‘Teen,’ which is ages 13-14; and ‘Miss,’ which is ages 15-19.” Cassidy Conley, of Sterling Heights, was the 2022 Miss Teen Michigan Juneteenth. She said this wasn’t something she usually considered, but she was encouraged to enter after seeing that the pageant had such a strong focus on academics and community involvement. “I just finished up my senior year of high school and am headed to college,” said Conley. “The pageant was an opportunity to leave my comfort zone. My sister entered pageants, and I was always a bit of a tomboy, but this highlighted education and enrichment, so I thought it sounded like a great event to get involved in.” Those taking part will have to discuss their abilities and interests before they even step in front of the judges. “Our contestants have four or five rounds, depending on their age,” said March. “They are judged on community service and academic achievement prior to the pageant. The older girls also send in an essay. On the day of the pageant, they have interviews with the judges. Then there is a personal introduction and formalwear presentation in front of the crowd. They have to describe themselves and tell others why they think they should win. We will talk about Juneteenth and why a pageant is something we think is fitting for the holiday.”

Conley said this wider focus is something that many young women may not assume about such a pageant, but she believes this is exactly why such events like the Juneteenth pageant are needed. “Most pageants label themselves as beauty pageants and celebrate being a girly-girl. This is more about girls who are strong and intellectual. It’s more about beauty in a different way. It seemed less superficial,” she said. “Ask yourself, ‘Why not?’ It’s more than being in a pageant. It’s highlighting our culture in a way that highlights Black women as beautiful, smart, strong and everything we want to be. We have these people holding titles representing that, but we all are these things.” The pageant will be hosted by Troy after the inaugural year, which had to be held as a virtual event. “Our previous space fell through. I was a Troy High School graduate, so we looked into Troy, and they were very welcoming,” said March. “Pageants are a fairly regular way of celebrating Juneteenth in the South, and we are happy to bring that to this community.” Besides highlighting the best and brightest young ladies of the local community, March said she hopes this will help more people learn about Juneteenth and its importance. “The Juneteenth holiday, even though it is now a federal holiday, has a lot of misinformation or people who don’t really understand

it,” she remarked. “We want to bring the holiday further into the spotlight and explain why the Black and African American population holds so tightly to it. There are young ladies who are doing things that even a lot of adults are afraid to do, like getting on stage and publicly speaking. We want to educate people, but we also want to let people have fun.” “Juneteenth has recently been made a federal holiday, but it’s important to remember what its root cause is. Sometimes (the meaning of) holidays can get lost in the celebration,” added Conley. “We need to remember things like its importance and the hardship of where this holiday comes from. It’s not just about who we are now, but also where we come from.” March said that she wants the pageant to celebrate many of the things that Juneteenth represents: hope, achievement, and pride in one’s self and one’s community. “It’s a bit of a cliche, but while everyone doesn’t walk away with a crown, everyone wins because they can inspire others,” she said. “Pageantry brings out the poise and grace in young ladies. It’s more than just celebrating their beauty; it’s about holding them up as examples. … We feel this celebrates and encourages their confidence as well as their individual gifts and talents.” Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

The restaurant bb.q. Chicken, which has a brand name that stands for “best of the best quality,” held a ribbon-cutting May 17 for its first location in Michigan. The Troy restaurant serves authentic Korean fried chicken. The restaurant offers both boneless and bone-in Korean fried chicken options with a variety of delicious sauces and flavors. Their bb.q Chicken secret is simple: They are passionate about chicken, and they are passionate about Korea. Authenticity is at the core. Their authentic marinades arrive directly from South Korea. Visit bb.q Chicken at 435 E. Big Beaver Road in Troy. Call (248) 688-9245 or visit bbqchicken.com to place an order.

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The Law Offices of Barton Morris have been delivering service for over 20 years. As a specialty firm, they said, they provide comprehensive legal services in business law, real estate law and criminal defense. They offer strategic business advisory and real estate services for the retail, restaurant, hospitality and cannabis industries. They said they help companies and entrepreneurs achieve business goals, protect investments and identify threats by building a legal safety-net to protect hard work, saving people time and money. Principal Attorney Barton Morris and his team celebrated with a ribbon cutting May 18 after relocating the Law Offices of Barton Morris to 801 W. Big Beaver Road, Suite 600 in Troy. Call (248) 541-2600 or visit bartonmorris.com for more information.

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the Troy Farmers Market since its first year. She said Troy’s farmers market is one of the best she has seen, not only for its variety of produce and products, but also for its atmosphere. “The Troy Market is my favorite market I participate in,” she said. “It has such a sense of family — not only the people who run it but just the people of Troy in general. I look forward to it starting in the off-season each year. It’s a great market because they have such a great variety of vendors and products. It’s always new and fresh.” Numerous growers and vendors will offer their wares to customers. Some new additions this year include fresh produce from Honey Blossom Homestead, mushrooms from The Mush Hub, microgreens from RootsUp, and baked goods from The Little Donut Factory. “We have a lot of Michigan-grown produce, but we also have unique food items: fresh pasties, homemade baked goods, fresh mushrooms, wine, homemade pasta, jams and jellies, cookies, breads, honey and eggs,” said Stewart. “The Freeman Meat Co. is a favorite. This year we have a new mushroom vendor, too. All of it is made in Michigan and fresh.” More information on the Troy Farmers Market can be found by going to https://

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“I can’t speak much to the research side of things in terms of funding, but pediatric oncology has a large amount of patients, and this requires a lot of long hospital stays,” added Nimmo. “We go through a lot of play items, so we always love to see donations so we never have a shortage.” Santhosh started Aid2Day after losing her grandmother to cancer. “I started this in the summer after eighth grade. My grandmother passed away from cancer the year before,” she said. “I learned a lot about the pain that comes from having a family member with cancer. I experienced so much pain watching someone older than me pass away, so I couldn’t imagine the pain of watching a child go through this. I saw that not enough was being done, so we started this as a small project, and it grew from there.” The organization started small but quickly grew. “We have had a combination of virtual events and in-person events since we started it during COVID,” Santhosh said. “In

troymi.gov/community/troy_farmers_market/index.php. A more recent addition to the Troy Farmers Market are food trucks. Captain Kernel Ice Cream as well as a food truck offering barbecue selections will be on hand at the first market of the season June 16. Notch’yo Nachos, Cousins Maine Lobster, Buck-N-Dink’s BBQ, and Hearth, Wood & Fire Pizza are also planned to be featured at different days throughout the season. Weber said having options like farmers markets is important, especially these days, when it can be difficult to know exactly what is in many foods and where they come from. “It’s important to know where your food comes from and what you are putting into your body,” explained Weber. “You don’t have to question that at a farmers market. Many don’t use pesticides, and much of the food is organic. We are super picky at my company, for instance, about ingredients. Plus, you are supporting your own community. I love to see that aspect put into action. It’s great for customers and great for vendors.” Stewart hopes people in the community who have not tried out the farmers market will give it a try and see why it has been such a hit in the city the last few years. “It’s great to be able to go on a Friday morning to pick up some fresh, just-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as unique food items from friends and neighbors,” she remarked. “You can even get some fresh cut Michigan, our first event was in person, at a cricket championship in Farmington Hills, and we held a concession stand and sold $2,000 in concessions, which we donated to St. Jude Research Hospital. After that, we moved to a lot of virtual events during COVID. We met with patients, we have had events like a bingo fundraiser and a holiday gift drive.” On June 23, Aid2Day partnered with ATS Automation’s Wixom branch to donate more than $1,500 to the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Detroit’s oncology clinic. “ATS Automation’s commitment to giving back to the community is evident through their partnership with Aid2Day,” Santhosh said. “Their shared goal of making a difference in the lives of those in need is palpable in this image. It reflects the power of collaboration and highlights how organizations can come together to create a greater impact than they could achieve individually.” Nimmo believes that efforts such as those made by Aid2Day are not only important because they raise awareness and funding, but because it is often overlooked how extra difficult cancer can be to a child and that they need toys and games to be able to take their minds off what they are going

Junie Pie’s Baking Co., from Madison Heights, and its owner, Jacqueline Weber, have taken part in the Troy Farmers Market since its first year. Photo provided by Cindy Stewart

flowers. It’s a great way to support local businesses and growers. You can skip the hustle and bustle of the grocery store. We’ll have food trucks so you can get some tasty meals with the family while you enjoy our Jeanne Stine Park.” Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068. through and to help them better express their emotions. “I like to reiterate how important these efforts are,” Nimmo remarked. “Playing is the way kids learn and figure out the way they find out about the world around them. It can help them interact with peers, which helps with coping. … We are so thankful for donations like this. They are crucial to us doing our jobs.” Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

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Laser light jeopardizes helicopter

MADISON HEIGHTS — Trooper 2, a Michigan State Police helicopter, was in flight at 9 p.m. May 16 when it was struck by a green-colored laser, which was reportedly later traced back to an address in Madison Heights. A male suspect in the 26700 block of Osmun Avenue was arrested and a laser device was located on his person. “It is a crime, both federal and state, to point a laser at an aircraft,” Michigan State Police Lt. Michael Shaw said in a prepared statement. “We are fortunate that no one was hurt (and that) the aircraft didn’t crash in this incident.” He added that the suspect, 44, was transported to the Metro North Post, processed and released pending prosecutor review.

Former employee warned not to return to market

WEST BLOOMFIELD — An employee of a business was terminated from employment due to allegedly making threats to fellow employees at 2:40 p.m. April 28. The employee was contacted via phone by the West Bloomfield Police Department and given a trespass warning to not return to the market.

Cellphone hack drains bitcoin

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — On May 9, Bloomfield Township police took a fraud report from a resident in the 4000 block of Pine Tree Trail. The victim said his personal cellphone was hacked through a SIM swap -- a removable card that stores data -- and $204,024.15 worth of bitcoin had been withdrawn from his Coinbase account. The case was under investigation.

Bank card stolen from ATM

BIRMINGHAM — On May 2 at 10:06 a.m., an officer was dispatched to take a fraud report. The victim, a 62-year-old woman from Birmingham, reported that she had left her bank card in the exterior drive-thru ATM at Comerica Bank. Witnesses reported a vehicle pulled up to the ATM after the victim left, and the suspect used the woman’s card to withdraw $500 from her bank account. Comerica Bank refunded the victim $500, and the victim canceled her debit card. An investigation was ongoing.

Residents caught dumping illegally

FARMINGTON — Police officers were dispatched to a local business on Grand River Avenue for a report of illegal dumping at 12:44 p.m. May 4. Officers learned that the business owners had

observed two subjects throwing items into their Dumpster without permission. Officers were able to track the responsible individuals to a local residence, where the culprits were educated on illegal dumping laws.

Stolen moped pulled over

FARMINGTON — At 7:41 p.m. May 5, a Farmington officer conducted a traffic stop on a moped that did not show a valid registration sticker. During the investigation, the officer discovered that the driver had provided the officer with a false name. Officers ran the vehicle’s vehicle identification number through the Law Enforcement Information Network and learned that the moped had been stolen in Lansing. Officers confirmed with Lansing police that the moped had been stolen. The driver was arrested for showing a false ID to a police officer, as well as receiving and concealing stolen property.

Shoplifter arrested

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a 32-year-old Detroit man stole more than $340 in groceries from a Kroger store in Hazel Park around 8:50 p.m. May 1. He was arrested and the stolen goods were recovered roughly a half-mile away. Police were investigating.

Lost wallet found by fellow shopper

NOVI — A woman filed an online police report after her wallet was stolen from a handheld shopping basket at an unidentified store between 6:20 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. May 2. She had placed the wallet in the basket while she shopped. She told police she put the basket down several times but never walked away from it, but she did turn her back away from it multiple times. The woman said she didn’t realize the wallet was missing until she went to check out. The dark blue wallet contained her driver’s license, $55 in cash, credit cards and five miscellaneous gift cards worth $228.25. Police advised her to cancel all her cards that she lost and to call the three major credit bureaus and report the cards as stolen. The woman said none of the cards had been used. On May 10, the woman informed police that her wallet had been returned to her. She stated a female shopper had placed the wallet in between her front door and screen door shortly after the initial incident, with a note. The shopper explained that she did not trust the store employees and decided to drop it off instead. The owner of the wallet stated she does not use the front door, which created the delay in finding the wallet. All contents were present except for the cash.

Subject cited for disorderly intoxication in park

ROCHESTER — Officers were dispatched to Rochester Municipal Park for multiple reports of an intoxicated subject at approximately 7:10 p.m. April 27. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a highly intoxicated subject talking on the phone, according to reports. While speaking with the man, officers located an open bottle of whiskey. The man became agitated and began screaming profanities. He took a preliminary breath test, with a result of a 0.18% blood alcohol content. The subject was given a citation for disorderly intoxication and given a ride to his residence.

Security system alerts residents of home invasion

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 1900 block of Traceky on the report of a possible breaking and entering in progress at 11:03 a.m. April 22. The residents, who were out of town, said their security video system alerted them to an unknown female inside their residence without their permission. The person had left, but the caller provided a description of her and the vehicle, including the plate number, she had arrived in. Deputies checked the residence but observed no signs of forced entry. Police believe the doors were left unlocked. The residents were contacted via Facetime, and a walk-through was conducted. It appeared that nothing was taken. The residents were advised to complete an inventory once they returned home, and the residence was secured. Upon further investigation, the suspect — a 44-year-old Ortonville woman — was found to have been involved in an unrelated incident on Texas Avenue in Rochester Hills. Deputies responded, located the responsible woman and investigated. The woman was taken into custody and was transported to the Oakland County Jail for processing and housing.

Woman tasered after noise complaints bring police to party

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 1600 block of Bedford Square for a noise complaint from a loud party at 12:59 a.m. April 23. Deputies spoke with the lessee, a 23-year-old from Auburn Hills. Deputies were called back out to the location a second time on the same loud party complaint and witnessed a large party spill out into the hallway.

Fights ensued between people attending the party, but deputies were able to de-escalate several of the altercations. At that time, a fight broke out between a 22-year-old from Pontiac and a 21-yearold from Pontiac. Deputies attempted to separate the two females, who continued to fight around and over deputies. Police had to deploy a Taser to gain control over one of the females. Both were then taken into custody. The two females were issued citations, and one of them was treated by the Rochester Fire Department, was transported to the Oakland County Jail for processing and was released pending further investigation. The apartment lessee was also issued citations.

Student attacked by 3 classmates

SOUTHFIELD — A student at a school in the 24000 block of Garner Street reportedly was jumped by three students in a locker room at 3 p.m. May 9. Prior to the attack, the student observed some girls at school arguing and fighting, according to a police report. The victim stated that she had attempted to stay out of the drama but then began receiving harassing texts from one of the girls claiming that she wanted to fight her. On May 9, the victim was in the locker room when three girls allegedly jumped and assaulted her multiple times, and the victim’s phone was allegedly stolen by the girls. The incident was recorded, and video shows one of the girls running toward the victim, grabbing her by her hair and assaulting her. The victim is then held down while the other two girls begin to assault her as well. The victim was eventually able to get up and flee the locker room. The three girls were identified, and the investigation was ongoing.

Cars targeted by thieves

TROY — Several Troy residents were targeted by an unknown suspect or suspects stealing parts from their vehicles in recent weeks. Sometime between 3 p.m. April 30 and 7:59 a.m. May 1, the driver’s side rear wheel of a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu was stolen in the 1900 block of Hempstead Street. On May 1, between 12:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., the driver’s side front wheel was stolen from a 2023 Ford Focus parked in the 2800 block of Saratoga Street. The license plate from a vehicle parked outside its owner’s home in the 4000 block of Three Oaks Boulevard was stolen at some point between 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. May 4. Police were investigating and had not indicated whether they think the crimes may be linked.

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