ROSEVILLE — There is a new franchise in town, one that redeveloped a vacant building, and it promises to satisfy your appetite.
On July 11, the Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the grand opening of Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken in Roseville.
Located at 32500 Gratiot Ave., across the street from Macomb Mall, the new eatery opened at the site of the former Dooley’s Tavern, which ceased operations after two fatal shootings in the bar in 2019 and 2022.
City administrators are pleased to see a new business on Gratiot Avenue.
“We are excited to welcome Lee’s Famous Chicken to Roseville,” Roseville City Manager Ryan Monroe said via email. “They have redeveloped that vacant building into a beautiful multi-unit property. We are grateful to them and so many other businesses that are selecting Roseville for investments.”
“We’re excited for new investment in the community, new investment in beautifying our city and new eating options for our residents,” Roseville Administrative Services Specialist James Gammicchia said.
Chamber Executive Director Linda Weishaupt introduced Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken to those gathered, noting it is “the first one in Macomb County.”
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, which began in 1966 in Lima, Ohio, is known for its homestyle fried chicken. Menu items include baked beans, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and biscuits.
The new Roseville location, owned by Ray Also and Norman Aiyash, offers dine-in, carryout, drive-thru and catering services. Many dignitaries and employees attended the grand opening, including Macomb County Execu-
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‘You only turn
Eastwood Lodge No. 496 celebrates centennial
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EASTPOINTE — One hundred years ago, in 1924, a group of local men with a desire to help others got together to form Odd Fellows Eastwood Lodge No. 496.
As part of the national Independent Order of Odd Fellows, or IOOF, they met on a regular basis to visit the sick, relieve the distressed, bury the dead and educate the orphaned.
Now in its 100th year, the Eastwood Lodge has
Appeals court throws out part of sworn statement by defendant in child death
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
ROSEVILLE — “I need a lawyer.”
continued its tradition of helping the less fortunate. Under a banner that read “cheers to 100 years,” members held a party June 28 to celebrate its centennial. The Eastwood Odd Fellows No. 496 works alongside the Eastwood Rebekah Lodge No. 499, which is their female counterpart.
The charitable organization is currently located at 23322 Gratiot Ave., but there have been other locations through the years, including a building that once stood where the Olive Garden is now. The lodge’s hall is available to rent for parties, weddings, baby showers, banquets and other events.
The door into the establishment reads, “FLT. Eastwood Lodge 100 years. EST. 1924. Through these
This was the sentence that caused the final part of an hourslong statement by Kimora Hodges to be thrown out of court, overturning the initial ruling by Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Diane Druzinski. On May 30, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled in a 2-1 decision that the detective interrogating Hodges did not respect her right to an attorney.
Police and prosecutors allege that Hodges is responsible for the death of 22-month-old Kyrie Starks in 2022. Hodges is charged with first-degree child abuse and felony murder, meaning that if the jury found Hodges guilty of the charge, the jury would determine whether it was first-degree or second-degree murder.
Hodges, then 21 years old, was babysitting Starks while his mother was at work. Officers were dispatched to a local hospital on June 13, 2022, following a report of a child having severe head trauma,
Hodges
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
ABOVE: Members of the Odd Fellows No. 496 and Rebekahs No. 499 gathered June 28 to celebrate the Odd Fellows 100-year anniversary. RIGHT: A membership card from 1924 was on display.
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EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe Memorial Library has brought a summer story walk to Spinder Park. Library patrons can stroll around the park’s loop and read the book “And Then Comes Summer,” by Tom Brenner. Spindler Park is located at 19400 Stephens Road.
Movie time comes ‘Up’
ROSEVILLE — Families are invited to view the movie “Up” at 2 p.m. July 19 at the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave.
“Up” is about a 78-year-old curmudgeonly balloon salesman who ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to South America.
The movie is rated PG, and the runtime is 96 minutes. Popcorn will be provided while supplies last. For more information, call (586) 445-5407.
Eastpointe Community Baby Shower July 20
EASTPOINTE — The second annual Eastpointe Community Baby Shower will be held from noon to 3 p.m. July 20 at Gianna House, located at 21357 Redmond Ave.
Let Me See Your Hands, Lift Up a Child and the Bettye Harris Foundation are hosting the event. Organizers will distribute diapers, baby wipes, onesie outfits and more. To donate, scan the QR code. For more information, call (313) 384-7262 or (313) 686-9845.
Eastpointe Neighborhood Watch to meet July 17
EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe Police Department and Eastpointe Fire Department will host a Neighborhood Watch meeting for the public at 5 p.m. July 17 at Eastpointe City Hall, 23200 Gratiot Ave.
A neighborhood watch program consists of a group of people living in the same area who work together to make the community safer. Neighborhood watch groups plan how they will accomplish specific goals to reduce crime.
STATE REPRESENTATIVE IS GUEST SPEAKER AT COFFEE HOUR
The Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly coffee hour at 9 a.m. July 23 at Fraser City Hall, 33000 Garfield Road. State Rep. Alicia St. Germaine, R-District 62, will be the guest speaker. For more information, call (586) 776-5520 or visit erchamber.com. Chamber members attend for free; the cost is $5 for nonmembers.
Adopt-A-Highway cleanup happening this week
LANSING — The Michigan Department of Transportation is urging drivers to remain alert this week as the second Adopt-A-Highway cleanup of 2024 is underway. Over 2,900 volunteering organizations will be found alongside the state’s over 6,000 miles of highways picking up litter July 13-21. The state provides volunteers with high-visibility vests and trash bags, as well as arranging trash pickup. More information about the Adopt-AHighway program and how to participate can be found at michigan.gov/mdot. The next statewide cleanup will take place Sept. 21-29.
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Three family members charged in drive-by shooting
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
EASTPOINTE — Three generations of a family stand accused of orchestrating a drive-by shooting on an Eastpointe home where multiple people were present, including six children.
The suspects include Tyler Michael Fistler, 21; his father, Derek Lee Morris, 51; and Fistler’s grandmother, Jaraldine Morris, 81. At press time, according to court records, Fistler had waived his right to an attorney. Derek Morris was being represented by the Macomb County Public Defenders Office, which could not immediately comment on the case, and Jaraldine Morris was represented by Goran Antovski, who could not be reached immediately before press time.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office reviewed the case and issued the charges June 27. Magistrate Mark Makowski arraigned all three suspects in 38th District Court in Eastpointe.
Fistler was charged with two felony accounts of assault with intent to murder, both punishable by up to life in prison. He was also charged with one count of using com-
puters to commit a crime, a felony punishable by up to 20 years, as well as one count of tampering with evidence, one count of discharging a firearm from a vehicle, and one count of discharging a weapon in or at a building — each a felony punishable by up to 10 years.
In addition, Fistler, was charged with one felony count of carrying a concealed weapon, punishable by up to five years in prison; one felony count of weapons felony firearm, punishable by two years served consecutively and preceding any term of imprisonment; and one count of malicious use of telecommunication services in a domestic relationship, which is a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months.
Fistler’s bond was set at $1 million, cash or surety only. He is ordered to wear a GPS tether, and he is prohibited
from contacting the victims or using any device that connects to the internet, if he is released from jail.
His father, Derek Morris, was charged with two felony counts of conspiracy to commit assault with intent to murder, which are punishable by up to life in prison. In addition, he was charged with one felony count of accessory after the fact to a felony, which is punishable by up to to five years; one felony count of lying to a peace officer during See CHARGES on page 22A
ROSEVILLE — The winner of Roseville’s National Night Out poster contest is Rylee Tilney, a soon-to-be fifth grader at Steenland Elementary School.
“This year’s poster was phenomenal,” Roseville Police Chief Mitch Berlin said. “I think it might be one of the best ever.”
The poster contest was open to Roseville Community Schools students. Rylee’s drawing will be used on Roseville’s 2024 National Night Out flyer.
National Night Out is an annual event that looks to improve relations between law enforcement and the communities it serves. The free event, which is held by Roseville’s neighborhood watch group with the Roseville Police and Fire departments, will take place 4-8 p.m Aug. 6 this year at Veterans Memorial Park, 27325 Barkman St. in Roseville.
According to its Facebook event page, the event will feature giveaways, free hot dogs and prizes.
— Nick Powers
“Experience
Matters” RETURN
RICHARD M. STEENLAND
FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE • DISTRICT 13 • DEMOCRAT
13th District (Eastern Warren, Northern St. Clair Shores, Roseville): Democractic Rep. Mai Xiong, the incumbent won the seat in a special election in April and is now running for a full term. She is challenged by former State Rep. Richard Steenland and Patricia Johnson Singleton of Harper Woods, a former Detroit school board member. In Steenland’s previous stint in the State House he championed fighting drug crime and reforming the insurance industry. Our choice is Richard Steenland .
“As a former State Representative with experience in getting the job done, I hope to earn your vote Tuesday, August 6, 2024.”
Sincerely,
Rylee Tilney, center, winner of Roseville’s National Night Out poster contest, poses for a picture with her family, Roseville Police Chief Mitch Berlin, far left, and Roseville Mayor Robert Taylor, third from left.
Photo by Nick Powers
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according to a press release from the Roseville Police Department.
Hodges told the child’s mother that the “child did not appear normal,” the release states. The mother called 911 and Kyrie Starks was taken to the hospital. On June 22, Kyrie Starks died following emergency surgery.
Following her arrest, Hodges was interrogated from approximately 10:34 a.m. to 1:25 p.m.
Hodges’ attorney, Mariell Lehman, argued April 10 in the Michigan Court of Appeals that her client’s request for legal representation was overlooked. Lehman said this first occurred when she was read her Miranda rights. Hodges asked to have an attorney present at that time if the mother of Starks was pressing charges.
Lehman said that asking if the mother was pressing charges, though it wasn’t how the process works in criminal law, was a sufficient plea for legal representation. The Court of Appeals did not agree.
“After our review of the record, we conclude that the trial court did not clearly err in concluding that defendant’s initial statements regarding the need for counsel did not constitute a clear and unambiguous request for counsel,” the court’s majority opinion stated.
Hodges again asked, at about 12:22 p.m., for legal representation. From here, the interrogating officer continued questioning.
“I need a lawyer or something. I need a lawyer,” was Hodges’ full comment, according to the Court of Appeals decision.
This is where the Court of Appeals, in the majority opinion by Judges Thomas C. Cameron and Anica Letica, agreed with Lehman and said the interrogation should have stopped.
“Accordingly, we conclude that the trial court clearly erred when it determined defendant’s statement that she needed a lawyer was an unclear and ambiguous request for counsel that allowed for police clarification,” the majority opinion states.
In the minority opinion, Judge James Robert Redford agreed with the majority about the first request for attorney being insufficient. However, he disagreed with its determination on the second request.
“‘I need a lawyer,’ given the context and nature of the interview when those words were stated, was an unclear and ambiguous invocation of her right to counsel,” the opinion reads. “I likewise conclude, that even if defendant unequivocally invoked her right to counsel with those words, she reinitiated the interview.”
Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney Peter Lucido agreed with this, saying Hodges did not give a definitive-enough statement to stop the interview.
Lucido does not think this will alter much.
“The charges are still in place,” he said. “That portion that the court had ruled (on), that will then be stricken and anything prior to that stays in and we move forward and try the case to bring justice to the families of the loved ones in this case.”
Roseville Police Chief Mitch Berlin defended his department’s handling of the case.
“Detectives did a great job working that case and obtained a full confession,” Berlin said.
“I’m disappointed that part of the interview was thrown out by the appeals court, but I do not believe it will change the facts of the case.”
Hodges’ attorney, Mariell Lehman, could not be reached for comment following several voicemail messages.
Hodges has a status conference set for Aug. 14 in Macomb County Circuit Court before Judge Diane Druzinski. Lucido said this hearing will set the parameters for trial.
HOMES BACKYARD FIRE PITS HELP CREATE ATMOSPHERE, SPARK CONVERSATION
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
It’s a summertime tradition: sitting around a backyard bonfire while toasting marshmallows with your family or having a few cocktails with neighbors.
With the ambiance of a fire pit, memories are made, bonds are formed and laughter is contagious.
An outdoor fire pit also can be a cozy way for couples to enjoy a romantic evening together.
The main options for fueling a backyard fire pit are wood, propane and natural gas. Some gas fire pits can be started with an electric ignition, where you basically push a button to turn it on. When choosing a fire pit, it’s about aesthetics, preference, budgeting and safety.
Sara Filthaut, owner of KayBrook Design in Birmingham, said fire pits have always been
popular but have grown in popularity because there are more styles, sizes and choices available. While there are still traditional-looking fire pits, portable and freestanding versions are now popping up.
“The designs over time have come so far, and there are so many different options,”
Filthaut said. “There are different shapes: rectangular, round, square and linear. We have seen an uptick in fire pits in different finishes, colors and materials.”
Fire bowls, too, have caught on. A fire bowl operates like a fire pit but is bowl-shaped and creates a warm and inviting space that brings about a certain mood. Some fire pits are low to the ground, but Filthaut also has customers who are in the market for fire pits in a table setting. Another current trend is a fire pit that looks like concrete but is actually lightweight. Adding lava rocks, too, can produce a decorative setting.
When shopping for a fire pit, Filthaut suggests first deciding how you want to use your backyard space.
“That will guide you into what type of fire pit you want,” she said. “You have to think about furniture placement.”
Keep in mind if you’ll be having guests over to enjoy the bonfire and how many.
“For smaller gatherings, a 24-inch fire pit would work,” Filthaut said. “If you like entertaining, you’ll need a 36 or 48 inches.”
Filthaut said customers usually begin shopping for backyard furniture, including
fire pits, in March and April to prepare for the summer.
“In Michigan, we’re trying to make good use of the weather to be outside,” she said. When having a backyard bonfire, it’s important to remember several safety rules. For starters, when purchasing a fire pit, it’s suggested to make sure the style you buy is in compliance with the Underwriters Laboratories and has the UL label imprinted on it. It’s also essential to use fire pits properly and in accordance with the manufac-
Photo provided by Kristen Doetzkies
Kristen Doetzkies, of St. Clair Shores, always has a bonfire on Christmas Day with her family and friends.
Chicken
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tive Mark Hackel and Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken CEO Ryan Weaver.
“Good to see everybody. Thank you for having us in Roseville,” Weaver said. “We are getting ready to come up on our 60th anniversary as a brand and a concept. We do fried chicken; we think we do it better than anyone else at the end of the day. That’s kind of who we are.”
The chicken — cooked fresh — is honeydipped, hand-breaded and pressure-cooked.
“We’re going to bring our great product to this community. We’re going to bring our great operation and our franchising partners as well,” Weaver said. “This is going to be our third location we’ve opened in about the last 18 months: Livonia, Wayne and now Roseville.”
Leo D. Gonzalez, a franchising partner, also shared his thoughts on coming to Roseville.
“We are glad to be here. In order to execute a plan like this, it takes a lot of people from the city’s side to the county to the franchise. They come together, including the partners, to execute on this. In any business, you got to have the right people on the team,” he said. “We are thrilled to be in your community. You’ve welcomed us. We look forward to seeing you in our dining room soon. Our extension See CHICKEN on page 11A
38 years at Macomb County Sheri ’s O ice 13+ years as Sheri
EXPERIENCE MATTERS
• Associate Degree from Macomb Community College
• Bachelor’s Degree from Wayne State University
• Class 208 F.B.I National Academy
• Northwestern University School of Police Sta and Command
• Secret Service Dignitary Security Protection Program
• Fiscally manage a $99 million dollar budget
• Policy and decision maker
• Leader of 562 full time employees and 178 Reserve Deputies
• Board Member of the F.B.I. Criminal Justice Information System Advisory Policy Board.
• Vice Chair of Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standard. Paid for by: CTE Anthony Wickersham | P.O. BOX 752 | Mt. Clemens, MI 48046
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Consolidated Dispatch Services with Clinton Township and Sterling Heights police and re.
• Since 2011, increased sta ng by 114 full time positions.
• New State of the Art Marine Division Headquarters.
• New Central Intake and Assessment Center with a focus on mental health and substance use disorder for those remanded to the County Jail opening in 2027.
• Updated technology for Law Enforcement, Dispatchers, Correctional Sta .
ENDORSEMENTS
• Macomb Sheri Captains/Commander/Dispatcher Director Union
• Macomb Sheri Command O icer Union
• Macomb County Professional Deputy Sheri ’s Association
• Macomb County Association of Chiefs of Police
• Police O icers Association of Michigan
• IBEW Local 58
• Sheetmetal Worker Local 58
• Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights
The first 200 Lee’s customers in line July 11 received a free meal, courtesy of the eatery. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
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in this community is really through you.”
Representatives from the offices of Congressman John James, R-10th District; and state Sen. Veronica Klinefelt, D-Eastpointe, presented Also and Aiyash with special certificates as the new business gets off the ground. Roseville City Council member Kurmmell Knox presented Lee’s staff members with a gift basket. He joked that he would be the first in line to order.
“I’m going to bring my family and tell my friends. That’s what we do in Roseville. We welcome businesses that come here with an idea to make this a better place,” Knox said.
“We know that you are going to be great community partners, so we’re excited about that. We’re excited about the establishment of this place and the opportunity to have another nationally known brand in the city of Roseville.”
According to the website leesfamousrecipe.com, Lee Cummings and Harold Omer opened Harold’s Take Home restaurant in Lima, Ohio, where Cummings introduced his chicken recipe. The company expanded over the years, and Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken locations today are in 11 other states — including Tennessee, Missouri and Kentucky — and British Columbia, Canada.
Staff Writer Nick Powers contributed to this report.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
The eatery is located at 32500 Gratiot Ave. in the former Dooley’s Tavern site in Roseville.
EASTPOINTE, ROSEVILLE VOTERS TO CHOOSE CANDIDATES IN PRIMARY
EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — Voters in the primary in Eastpointe and Roseville Aug. 6 will choose candidates for federal, state and county offices to advance to the November general election.
Candidates were asked, in 75 words or fewer, to state their top goal(s) if elected. If a candidate went over the word limit, (…) replaces the rest of the answer. (I) indicates the candidate is an incumbent. The answers are printed verbatim except where material is omitted due to personal attacks or items we know to be false or that are blatant misrepresentations.
Candidates running unopposed during the primary election appear listed by name and party only. If they have an opponent in November, those candidates will be afforded an opportunity to submit a candidate profile prior to the general election.
U.S. Senate
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and four candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one six-year term in November.
Democrat
Hill Harper Age: 58
Occupation: Actor, Author, Activist Municipality of residence: Detroit
For how long: 8 Years
Online campaign information: www.hillharper.com/
Education: Harvard Law School J.D. Cum Laude, 1992
• John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University M.A. with Honors, Public Administration,1992
• Brown University B.A. Magna Cum Laude, Economics/Sociology (Valedictorian) 1988
• US Marine Corps OCS, Platoon Leaders Class 1, Honors Graduate, Quantico, VA 1986
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: As your U.S. Senator, my top goals would be ensuring universal healthcare for every American, safeguarding reproductive rights for all, enacting common sense gun reform to enhance public safety, reducing car insurance rates to ease financial burdens, increasing funding for education to improve our schools, and passing the PRO Act to protect workers’ rights and strengthen unions. These priorities reflect my commitment to creating a fairer, healthier, and safer society for everyone in our state.
Democrat Elissa Slotkin
Age: 47
Occupation: U.S. Representative (MI-07) Municipality of residence: Holly
For how long: Grew up in Michigan; I now live on my family farm Online campaign information: elissaslotkin.org
Education: Cornell University - College of Agriculture and Life Science, Bachelor’s Degree and Columbia University - School of International and Public Affairs, Master of International Affairs
Previously and currently held elected offices: U.S. Representative (Formerly MI-08, now MI-07 due to redistricting):
Top goals: My number one priority is to make it easier for Michiganders to get into the middle class. Michigan invented the middle class by maintaining a strong union presence and making investments in small businesses. We can keep people there by reducing healthcare costs, putting Americans on the path to homeownership and making more critical items in America. I am committed to restoring the national standard set by Roe, and ensuring voting rights for every American.
Republican Justin Amash
Age: 44
Occupation: Lawyer and small business owner
Municipality of residence: Cascade Charter Township
For how long: 20+ years in Cascade. I’ve lived my whole life in Michigan. Online campaign information: www.justinamash.com
Education: A.B., Economics, University of Michigan; J.D., University of Michigan Law School
Previously and currently held elected offices: U.S. Representative, 2011-2021; Michigan State Representative, 2009- 2010
Top goals: My priorities are to follow the Constitution, protect everyone’s rights, uphold the Rule of Law, restore representative government, read the bills, stop governing by emergency, balance the budget, defend economic freedom, end the forever war, and oppose the surveillance state.
Republican Sherry O’Donnell
Age: 62
Occupation: Physician/ Business owner private medical practice
Municipality of residence: Stevensville; Berrien County
For how long: 24 years
Online campaign information: Docsherry2024.com
Education: Bachelor Degrees in Biology and Chemistry/Minor in Psychology-Hastings College, NE
Doctor of Osteopathy: College of Osteopathic Medicine OK State University: Tulsa, OK
Ministerial Certificate: Biblical studies: Victory Bible Institute, Tulsa, OK
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Securing the Borders and Inflation
Failure to secure our borders has many consequences. It jeopardizes public safety and national security. It is worsening our inflation. It also diminishes the value of citizenship in our nation.
Dr. O’Donnell has been to the border and is endorsed by Tom Homan, former director of I.C.E under President Trump.
We must enact a balanced budget and stop reckless spending and entitlements. Dr. O’Donnell signed the “No New Tax” pledge
Republican Sandy Pensler
Age: 67
Occupation: Manufacturer and economist. Owner of Pensler Capital and Korex Companies
Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan
For how long: No answer given. Online campaign information: sandypensler.com
Education: Sandy worked his way through Yale University where in just four years he earned a B.A. in Chemical Engineering, a B.A. in Economics and an M.A. in Economics – receiving high honors in all
degrees. He received his law degree, with honors, from Harvard.
Previously held and currently held elected offices: No answer given.
Top goals: Restore moral direction to our decision making. Spend only on what we need not on what we want. This will reduce the deficit, inflation and interest rates. Rely on market mechanisms and competition to solve problems rather than government directives. Support decisions based on merit not skin color or creed. In foreign policy, weakness begets aggression. Stop funding terrorists if you do not want terrorism. Stop illegal immigration stone cold -no benefits except for legals.
Republican Mike Rogers
Age: 61
Occupation: Candidate for U.S. Senate, Army Veteran, Former Congressman, State Senator, and FBI Special Agent.
Municipality of residence: Brighton, MI
For how long: Nearly 50 years Online campaign information: rogersforsenate.com
Education: Adrian College and the University of Michigan
Previously and currently held elected offices: U.S. Representative (2001-2015), Michigan State Senator (1995-2000)
Top goals: Families are struggling under the current administration and are desperately in need of relief from the high costs of gas and groceries. As a Congressman, I earned a reputation as someone who got results for Michiganders by working across the aisle, and in the Senate, I’ll bring my experience to slash inflation, lower the cost of living for families, and secure our southern border to stop the flow of crime and deadly drugs.
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Harper
Slotkin
Amash
O’Donnell
Pensler
Rogers
Election
U.S. House of Representatives District 10
Five candidates, including one write-in candidate, are running for the Democratic nomination and one candidate is running for the Republican nomination to compete for one two-year term in November.
Democrat
Emily Busch Age: 52
Occupation: Running for office full time after 30 years working in the business sector doing sales and leading professional development initiatives
Municipality of residence: Village of Oxford, Oakland County
For how long: I’ve lived in Oakland County for 30 years
Online campaign information: emilyformichigan.com
Education: B.A. in Biology, Indiana State University; M.S. in Management, Strategy & Leadership, Michigan State University
Previously and currently held elected offices: n/a
Top goals: My son ran for his life from a school shooter, so for me, keeping our families safe and standing up for our rights is personal. In Congress, I will fight for your kids just as hard as I do my own, fight for commonsense gun safety solutions, protect abortion rights, safeguard Social Security and Medicare, lower costs, and make our economy work better for Michigan families.
Education: Graduate University of Michigan Law School, 1971; Graduate University of Detroit, summa cum laude, 1968. Previously and currently held elected offices: Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney, 1985-2004; Macomb County Probate Judge, 2013-2017; Macomb County Circuit Court Judge, 2017-2022. Top goals: I have four goals: (1) Protecting our Great Lakes. I oppose drilling for oil in Lake St. Clair and I want to increase
the budget for the EPA. (2) Easing the cost of living. Big Oil and the OPEC countries cannot get away with gouging us at the gas pump. (3) Defending women’s rights, including reproductive health care. (4) Saving Democracy. Every vote should count, and the electoral college should be abolished.
Education: BA Community Service, Siena Heights University, MS Human Service, Capella University
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: Rhonda Powell is a native of Macomb County, a proven leader and advocate for people of the 10th Congressional District, that Washington continues to leave behind. She will fight to ensure pre-K for all children, affordable housing, broad investment in small business development and will help working families not just get by but get ahead. Use the power of the Pen for Change in District 10 and write RHONDA POWELL in!
Democrat
Tiffany Tilley
Age: 47
Occupation: Realtor
Municipality of residence: West Bloomfield
For how long: Two years. Online campaign information: www.tiffanytilleyforcongress.com
Top goals: Our top priorities are WEE: Women’s Rights, Education, and the Economy.
Women’s Rights: Ensuring equal pay, reproductive rights, and protections against gender-based violence.
Education: Investing in quality and affordable education for all, reducing class sizes, equitable funding, increasing access to early childhood programs, and increasing support for teachers as well as support staff.
Economy: Promoting job creation, ensuring fair wages for all workers, supporting small businesses with grants, loans, capital funds, and earned tax incentives.
Democrat Diane Young
Age: 59
Occupation: Fiduciary Financial Planner and small business owner
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: My top goals for congress are protecting Social Security and Medicare by fully funding both programs, fighting rising costs and inflation, defending reproductive freedom by enshrining Roe v. Wade into law, combating climate change by creating more investment opportunities in clean energy; and streamlining our tax code to give middle class families a break and make big corporations pay their fair share.
Republican
John James (I)
Running unopposed.
Education: Oakland University BS, Macomb Community College AS and Associates of Mathematics
Previously and currently held elected offices: No elected offices
Top goals: I’d like to review legislative proposals and amendments. I plan on drafting legislation and serving on decision-making subcommittees. I aim to critique bills and help make changes for final approval. I intend to assist constituents with problems that might occur within state agencies.
I aspire to develop a spirited economy and infuse more vibrancy into resident communities. I plan to create workforce opportunities and sociocultural amenities for all Michiganders.
Democrat
Kimberly L. Edwards (I)
Age: 44
Occupation: State Representative
Municipality of residence: Eastpointe
For how long: 10 years
Online campaign information: jointeamedwards.com
Education: Masters of Social Work, Bachelors in Psychology
Previously and currently held elected offices: House District 12-State Representative
Top goals: Rep. Edwards, in her reelection campaign, prioritizes climate action, racial equity, a strong economy, and accessible healthcare. She has secured infrastructure funding, ensured Michiganders’ coverage under the Affordable Care Act, and defended women’s reproductive rights.
State House of Representatives District 12
Three candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one two-year term in November.
Democrat
Patrick S. Biange
Age: 57
Occupation: Agricultural Specialist
Municipality of residence: Saint Clair Shores
For how long: 30 years
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Education: Rochester College (Rochester University), I received a B.S. in Organizational Leadership and Communications; University of Detroit Mercy I received an MBA geared towards finance and international business. Previously and currently held elected offices: I am currently a statewide elected official representing Michigan. I ran in 2018 on the democratic ticket for the State Board of Education receiving almost 1.8M votes. I serve as the Co-Vice President on the Board.
Online campaign information: Google Patrick Biange
With a background in social work, she remains deeply connected to her community, advocating for legislation that centers community needs.
Democrat
Angela E. McIntosh
Age: 52
Occupation: Mother, Business Owner and Insurance Educator
Municipality of residence: Detroit
For how long: 52 years
Education: Wayne Community College AA, Baker College BBA, Strayer University MBA
Online campaign information: X: @angelafor12th.
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fices: No elected offices.
Top goals: My name is Angela E. McIntosh, a Businesswoman with an MBA from Strayer University in Washington, DC. I care about our communities and that’s why I’m running for State Representative in the new District 12.
My main goal is to represent you and protect our achievements, such as voting rights, community safety, education, the environment, union rights, health care rights including a woman’s right to choose, and mental health, for our children, and our elderly population, and more.
Republican Randell J. Shafer
Running unopposed.
State House of Representatives District 13
Three candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and four candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one two-year term in November.
Democrat
Patricia Johnson Singleton
Age: 61
Occupation: Caregiver for mentally disabled individuals.
Municipality of residence: Roseville
For how long: 4 years, 8 months Online campaign information: Patriciaformi.com
Education: Bachelor of Arts Degree
Public Service Administration
Previous and currently held elected offices: Duly elected to The Detroit Board of Education (January 2015-December 2016)
Top goals: Revise the 1991 Mental Health Code to permit video/audio recording inside adult foster care homes.
Revise language loophole! Minimum wage $15/ hour.
More 5 year earlymiddle college programs. Seniors will earn an Associate’s Degree in lieu of diploma.
Cap on re-elections.
Infrastructure: Alternatives to concrete destroying rock salt.
Revise corporate tax structure! Hilcorp(Texas oil company) gave each
employee a $100,000 bonus!
Michigan corporations are granted a 1/2 billion dollar tax credit!
Democrat Richard M. Steenland
Age: 62
Occupation: Building/Rental Inspector for the city of Roseville
Education: Graduated from Roseville Brablec High School (1979), Associate’s Degree from Macomb Community College (1992) in General Studies, attended Oakland University (January 1993-January 1995)
Previously and currently held elected offices: I served as State Representative of the 22nd House District from January 2021-December 2022; as Roseville City Clerk from November 2007-November 2020); on the Roseville City Council (November 1993-November 2007); and as Roseville Mayor Pro Tem (November 2005-November 2007)
Top goals:
• Supporting economic development to bring good paying jobs to Macomb County
• Investing in police/fire to keep our communities safe
• Protecting worker’s rights
• Fixing our roads/infrastructure
• Ensuring that our children receive a quality public education
• Protecting our environment/Great Lakes
• Lowering auto/home/health insurance rates
• Providing tax relief to our families/ seniors to combat inflation
• Supporting our veterans
• Defending the right to make reproductive health care decisions
Previously and currently held elected offices: Macomb County Commissioner, 2021-2024, State Representative, 13th District (2024-Present)
Top goals: I’m proud to have made Michigan my home for 2 decades. As your current 13th District State Representative, it’s my honor to be your voice. I’m running for re-election to ensure that the 13th District residents are represented at the State Capitol. I’m committed to maintaining respect for our seniors and workers, funding police and fire services, investing in roads, and supporting our teachers and classrooms. Thank you for allowing me to represent you.
Education: Macomb Community College (degree unfinished)
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: The House must fight inflation, over-regulation, and taxes.
Education goals need to be student achievement, accountability of educators, and empowerment of parents. Every single dime, position, and decision needs to be made with student achievement at the forefront. We must re-focus education to its core goal: the preparation of ALL students to be provided with the skill set they will need to succeed at the next level of their lives, no matter what that entails.
Republican Ronald Singer
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
State House of Representatives District 62
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one two-year term in November.
Democrat
Michelle Levine-Woodman
Running unopposed.
Republican Alicia St. Germaine (I)
Running unopposed.
Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat Christina Hines
Running unopposed.
Republican
Peter J. Lucido (I)
Running unopposed.
Macomb County Sheriff
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and three candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat
Anthony Wickersham (I) Running unopposed.
Republican
Terence Mekoski
Age: 59
Occupation: Retired
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 3 years
Online campaign information: mekoski.com
Previously and currently held elected offices: Fmr. MI State Representative 36th District
Top goals: To serve as a Constitutional Sheriff to assign more patrol deputies to protect Macomb County’s borders, attack human sex trafficking organizations, expand the Narcotic Enforcement Task Force to address the opioid/fentanyl epidemic. Implement a school liaison of-
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ficer in all Macomb County schools to protect our children and implement a Sheriff’s Posse with retired law enforcement, former military, additional reserve deputies and trained citizens to protect Macomb County in the case of a critical incident.
Republican Eddie Kabacinski
Age: 50
Occupation: RETIRED / DISABLED MILITARY COMBAT VETERAN
Education: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION COURSE, MILITARY POLICE INVESTIGATOR COURSE, PRIMARY LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COURSE, MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ENFORCEMENT, UNITED STATES ARMY MILITARY POLICE
ACADEMY, CITY OF INKSTER POLICE ACADEMY, PHYSICAL SECURITY AND CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION TACTICS - LAWTON SCHOOL.
Previously and currently held elected offices: FORMER CITY OF WARREN 5TH DISTRICT COUNCILMAN
Top goals: IT IS MY INTENTION TO SERVE AS CONSERVATIVE SHERIFF UNDER YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL LIMITED REPUBLIC. I WILL APPOINT TERENCE MEKOSKI AND SCOTT BUDNICK AS SHERIFFS. WE WILL SERVE UNITED TOGETHER. I WILL ADHERE TO THE PRINCIPLES OF OUR INALIENABLE GOD GIVEN RIGHTS TO UPHOLD, SUPPORT, AND DEFEND YOUR FREEDOM AND LIBERTY UNDER YOUR FEDERAL AND MICHIGAN CONSTITUTIONS. I WILL NOT INFRINGE ON YOUR RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS. I WILL HONOR OUR SANCTUARY COUNTY STATUS.
Republican Scott Budnick
Age: 53 years old
Occupation: Police Officer
Municipality of residence: Macomb County Resident, Macomb Township
For how long: Homeowner built my house
8 years ago, and I have lived all my adult life in Macomb County Online campaign information: Scottbudnickforsheriff.com
Education: 2014 Union Institute and University, Bachelor of Science (Law Enforcement Management)
2000 Macomb Community College, Associate Degree (Law Enforcement)
2012 Macomb Community College, Associate Degree (General Studies)
2018 Macomb Community College, Certificate (Law Enforcement with Police Academy)
2019 Macomb Community College, Certificate (Homeland Security)
Previously and currently held elected offices: I have never run nor held any elected office in the past, I am not nor have I ever been a politician.
Top goals: My top priority is putting an armed officer in every Macomb County school, both private schools and public schools. This is non-negotiable, our children will be protected.
Second is our border. I will cooperate with Border Patrol, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to assist with the capture and removal of criminal illegal aliens, human smuggling, and drug enforcement. Third is protecting our senior population against those who attempt to commit criminal acts against them.
Macomb County Clerk and Register of Deeds
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and three candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat
David Adams
Age: 55
Occupation: Public School Teacher
Municipality of residence: Bruce Twp. For how long: 10 years
Online campaign information: No answer given.
Macomb County that I will work tirelessly to provide efficient service to all citizens regardless of gender, race, religion, ethnic background, socioeconomic status or political ideology. I will always thoroughly vet all potential applicants to the clerk’s office for their integrity and commitment to service for the people of Macomb County.
Democrat
Steve Fleck
Age: 44
Occupation: Artist / Rideshare / Small Business Owner
Municipality of residence: Eastpointe
For how long: over 12 years
Online campaign information: sjfleck.com
Education: College Degree / Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan & Oakland University
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Securing the Election, Extending election times and availability, & a Timely Election. Hiring more staff and having more volunteers. Working to get laws passed that will make it easier to vote and creating campaigns to get more people to vote. Working for the people.
Republican
Kristi Dean Age: 59
Occupation: UWM in Pontiac (United Wholesale Mortgage)
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 20 years
Online campaign information: No answer given.
Education: PhD
Previously and currently held elected offices: Macomb Community College Trustee
Education: M.A. Linguistics, Oakland University, B.A. Secondary Education, Wayne State University, Previously and currently held elected offices: I have never run for or held an elected office before Top goals: As a candidate for Macomb County Clerk I can promise the citizens of
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration, Western Michigan University
Previously and currently held elected offices:
• 2004-2010 Harrison Township Supervisor
• 2011-2016 Michigan State Representative for St. Clair Shores, Harrison Township, Clinton Township, Macomb Township
• 2020-Present Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds
Top goals: Four years ago my goal was to provide great customer service. Today you get a real person that is knowledgeable that picks up the phone-no voicemail. Long customer wait times have all been eliminated, most services take just minutes. Future goals 1) Perform the greatest upgrade in our history to the Register of Deeds search capabilities. 2) Upgrade election night reporting. 3) Complete the process of properly storing county records.
Republican
Jackie Ryan
Age: 62
Occupation: Self Employed
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 26 years
Online campaign information: Ryan For Macomb (Facebook)
Education: Accounting and Business Degrees
Previously and currently held elected offices: Precinct Delegate
Top goals: Holistically observing the current business processes and identify any bottlenecks create/develop work arounds to streamline and look for cost savings for the office and taxpayers of Macomb County.
Republican
Anthony G. Forlini (I)
Age: 62
Occupation: Macomb County Clerk, Register of Deeds
Top goals: As Macomb County Clerk, my Top Goals are to Serve the Families of Macomb County (not be a county store) “The People’s Clerk” keeping their records low-cost, accurate and secured; provide election integrity for the Voters in Macomb County by using “We The People’s” system of hand counting, proof of citizenship and one day voting; provide a website for all Candidates/Proposals before the election to increase voter participation and “People’s Audit” every election.
Macomb County Treasurer
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat
Matthew T. Churchwell Running unopposed.
Kabacinski
Budnick
Adams
Fleck
Dean
Forlini
Ryan
Republican
Larry Rocca (I)
Running unopposed.
Macomb County Public Works Commissioner
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat Kevin Higgins
Running unopposed.
Republican Candice S. Miller (I)
Running unopposed.
Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 10
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democratic to appear on the ballot for this four-year term in November. No Republicans filed to run for this office.
Democrat
Harold Haugh (I)
Running unopposed. Election from page 16A
Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 13
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat to appear on the ballot for this four-year term in November. No Republicans filed to run for this office.
Democrat
Sarah A. Lucido (I)
Running unopposed.
Judge of Probate CourtNew Judgeship Position
Three candidates are running for one six-year term.
Jevona C. Fudge
Age: 47
Occupation: Deputy Chief/Assistant Prosecutor in the Family Division
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: I am running for Probate Judge to continue my work as a public servant for all communities.
My top goals as a newly elected Probate Judge would be to assist in addressing the high volume of cases in a timely manner, promote equal access to justice, attentively and compassionately listen to the facts of each case and apply the law fairly, work with mental health professionals to assist families care for their loved ones.
Aaron J. Hall
Age: 35
Occupation: Chief of the Probate Unit at the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office Municipality of residence: Clinton Township
For how long: 5 years in Clinton Township, 34 years in Macomb County.
Education: University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (J.D.), Oakland University (B.A.) with Honors.
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: As a cancer survivor, I understand firsthand the importance of peace of mind to families navigating the challenges of caring for their loved ones. As Judge, I will modernize the technological infrastructure of the Macomb County Probate Court. This will provide a better experience for the public and faster results. Mental illness petitions, protecting the disabled and seniors, and safeguarding family assets while upholding estate wishes are issues too important for needless delays.
Benjamin A. Schock
Age: 48
Occupation: Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Municipality of residence: Macomb Township
For how long: 10 years (lifetime Macomb County Resident)
Education: Macomb Lanse Creuse High School North, Michigan State University, B.A in
Political Science Pre Law, Michigan State University College of Law
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: As a Judge, I would continue protecting seniors and vulnerable individuals from abuse. I will look to use the role of judge to further protect susceptible individuals. I have over 18 years of probate court experience, under both the Estates and Protected Individuals and Mental Health Codes. I am deeply committed to serve Macomb County as a fair, honest, dedicated and impartial probate court judge; ethically upholding the principles of justice, integrity, and compassion.
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doors our members practice Friendship, Love and Truth. Guests are always welcome and respected. Odd Fellows #496, Rebekahs #499.” Currently, there are 125 Odd Fellows members and 38 Rebekahs members.
“We have a really good group of people and help raise money all year long to help the less fortunate,” said Financial Secretary Greg Schornack, a Warren resident who has been a member since 2003. “The camaraderie is outstanding.”
The lodge sometimes has events just for club members and their families and friends, and new membership is always encouraged. In an effort to connect with the community, lodge members also hold various community events throughout the year that are open to the public. There is something every month, including a St. Patrick’s Day party, an Easter Bunny breakfast, a Halloween Trunk or Treat and a Veterans Day breakfast. The annual Christmas party for children always brings smiles.
“The kids have a great time. The parents are thankful,” Schornack, 64, said. “It’s a nice afternoon for everybody and just a cool day.”
Over the years, Odd Fellows Eastwood Lodge No. 496 has supported several charities,
including local food pantries, Vets Returning Home in Roseville, the Arthritis Foundation Michigan, Care House in Mount Clemens, and the Visual Institute of Michigan.
Every year, lodge members present two $1,000 scholarships to Eastpointe High School graduates. The Odd Fellows and the Rebekhas also make it possible to send children to summer camp at Tall Oaks Odd Fellow & Rebekah Youth Camp and Campground in Baldwin, Michigan.
“You’d be totally amazed how happy the kids are and what it does for them,” lodge member Randy Kot, of Roseville, said. “It’s just a beautiful place.”
Kot, 67, was introduced to the lodge through his wife, Patty VanDoorne, of the Rebekahs. She is the CEO of the Tall Oaks Odd Fellow & Rebekah Youth Camp and Campground.
“I had been coming in here with her. After visiting, they asked me to be a member. I definitely like the camaraderie,” he said. “It’s fantastic. Everybody is good natured. It’s people who like to give and like to help. I think that’s why we get along.”
Schornack got goosebumps when he recently found several mementos documenting the club’s history, including the “degree cards” of the original members who joined in 1924 when the area was known as Halfway, Michigan. Schornack placed them in a book and put them on display during last month’s party.
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He also came across the original deed and title for the current building, and a ticket to attend the lodge’s 51st anniversary dinner June 21, 1975, for $6 per person.
Schornack’s wife, Laurie Schornack, is often at the club, not as a member, but is always helping out in some capacity.
“I’m excited for it,” she said of the 100year party. “I think it’s great. We’re all like one big family here.”
One recent party Laurie Schornack enjoyed was the combined Cinco de Mayo and Kentucky Derby event in May. There were
mint julips, margaritas and plenty of fashions to celebrate both events. In light of the 100year anniversary, the lodge also plans to hold a party in September with a 1920s theme.
“It’s basically to have a party for our family and friends,” Schornack said. “It’s just to enjoy the day and congratulate ourselves for still being here 100 years. You only turn 100 once. We can’t pass this up.”
For more information on Eastwood Odd Fellows No. 496 visit its Facebook page. Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
For 100 years, members of the Odd Fellows Eastwood Lodge No. 496 in Eastpointe have been helping the community.
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turer’s recommendations. Make sure your city or township allows fire pits and, if so, check the local ordinance for guidance, including what materials you can burn.
Eastpointe, for instance, permits open burning, but several rules must be followed. The fire pit needs to have a lid on it, and while the lid can be grated, it cannot have large holes in it.
“The lid keeps the sparks to a minimum,” said Eastpointe Fire Chief Brian Marquardt, adding that backyard fire pits in the city need to be 15 feet away from any building, including houses, garages and sheds.
Remember to place your fire pit on a
noncombustible surface. Also, in Eastpointe, residents cannot hold bonfires in the front of the house, only in the backyard. But again, check with your local government about what is permitted.
“You can only burn hardwood you bought. It has got to be hardwood,” Marquardt said. “No scrap wood, no tree trimmings, no leaves. That’s when the fires can get out of hand and cause excessive smoke.”
And too much smoke could be a nuisance to neighbors.
“If we get a complaint, we check it out,” Marquardt said.
Also in Eastpointe, residents must either have a fire extinguisher or hose nearby in case of emergency. It’s also a good idea to have sand or dirt handy when having a bonfire. Never leave a bonfire unattended.
“There must be an adult constantly attending it,” Marquardt said.
Also, it’s not a good idea to use a fire pit when there hasn’t been rain and the ground is dry or when it’s too windy.
Kristen Doetzkies, of St. Clair Shores, grew up around bonfires.
“It’s such a staple in our family,” she said. “There was always some sort of campfire. You didn’t want to just sit inside.”
Doetzkies currently has two fire pits that get plenty of use. One she received as a gift and shares with her sister, Stefanie, who lives next door. Doetzkies made the second fire pit with supplies from Home Depot. She always keeps safety in mind, especially when children are around.
“We make sure they are always supervised,” she said.
Sipping on hot chocolate or warming up with a cup of coffee around the fire pit is always part of Christmas Day for Doetzkies, her boyfriend, and family and friends. The bonfire looks especially festive with Christmas lights on in the background.
“It’s a fun atmosphere. People love it,” Doetzkies said. “It’s just lightweight conversation. There’s some reminiscing.”
It was also an ideal way to social distance during the COVID-19 restrictions. Doetzkies’ fire pits get just as much use during the summer as in the winter.
“We make s’mores and are more likely to have some beers,” she said. “It’s such an ancient tradition. There’s something so primitive about getting together with people and catching up. It brings people in over the course of a few hours.”
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Fraser and other parts of Macomb County to earn Eagle Scout status. Troop No. 1402 is chartered by Lt. Wood-Cpl. Reid Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 6691 in Fraser and meets at St Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Church in Roseville.
The Eagle Scouts are three sets of brother and sister siblings: Roman and Uma Ludwig; Waincey and Wynnis Chan; and Nicho and Alli Sparks. The siblings earned Eagle Scout rank between 2021 and 2023.
The Eagle Scout project is the final requirement to obtain the highest rank within the Boy Scouts of America organization. The project gives the Scouts lessons in community service, leadership, teamwork and project management. There are many steps to earning the rank of Eagle Scout, including making a presentation before the Eagle Board of Review.
The three female Scouts joined Troop No. 1402 Feb 1, 2019, which was the first day the Boy Scouts of America welcomed female youth members. The three young men joined Scouts while in elementary school.
For his Eagle Scout project, Roman Ludwig did storage unit repair and painted
music stands for Center Line Public Schools.
Uma Ludwig built a greenhouse for Cadillac Urban Gardens in Detroit.
Waincey Chan’s project benefited Humane Society of Macomb. Her Eagle project included providing a play structure, a crawl tunnel for dogs and two benches for the volunteers to use to rest.
Wynnis Chan built a flower bed and seating for McKinley Barrier Free Park in Fraser.
Nicho Sparks made a Little Free Library for Center Line Public Schools.
Alli Sparks restored a dry creek bed for the Baumgartner House Museum in Fraser.
Lisa Ludwig is Roman Ludwig and Uma Ludwig’s mother and also the committee chair of the troop. Lisa Ludwig said all the Eagle Scouts were recognized at ceremonies.
“It is always amazing to see the positives the youth can put into the world,” Lisa Ludwig said. “The sisters were part of honoring their brothers. The brothers honored their sisters. They were cheering each other on.”
Uma Ludwig has stayed on as a troop member, said Sandra Maki, whose son and daughter are members in the troop.
“Uma is active in mentoring the new girls coming in,” Maki said. “I think that speaks volumes of Uma’s character and Lisa’s
parenting. She just didn’t get an Eagle and leave. All six of them are incredible.”
They are all highly accomplished.
Roman Ludwig has 39 badges and has been a quartermaster, assistant senior patrol leader and senior patrol leader. He backpacked for 12 days while attending Philmont Scout Ranch in the Rocky Mountains. He was a member of the Center Line High School band and is studying at Macomb Community College to earn a welding certificate.
Uma Ludwig earned Eagle rank at age 15. She has earned close to 90 badges, has been a patrol leader, assistant senior patrol leader and senior patrol leader. This fall, she will be a senior at Center Line High School, where she has played volleyball. She was a Girl Scout before she joined Boy Scouts.
Waincey Chan has 61 merit badges, been a senior patrol leader, and earned her Eagle rank in just two years. She is a Fraser High School graduate and attended the Macomb Mathematics Science Technology Center in Warren Consolidated Schools. She is an honor student at Michigan State University working on a dual degree in criminal justice and human biology, aiming to become a forensic scientist.
Wynnis Chan has 42 merit badges and Scout positions held include scribe, patrol
leader and historian. He is a 2024 Fraser High School graduate. He is a student at Macomb Community College studying premed. He was awarded the 2023 FAME (Fraser Academy Member of Excellence) award by the Eastpointe and Roseville Chamber of Commerce. His Eagle project also won the Keep Michigan Beautiful Inc. 2023 Michigan award. The award ceremony will be in October 2024.
Nicho Sparks has 46 merit badges and was a senior patrol leader. He is studying media communication at Lawrence Technological University.
Alli Sparks has 31 merit badges, has the Scout World Conservation Award and is a 2023 Stevenson High School graduate. According to her Scouts bio, she was quite the athlete in high school, participating in swimming, wrestling, tennis and track.
Currently, there are 22 members of Troop No. 1402, 14 male and eight female. New members are always welcome. The group meets 7-8:30 p.m. Fridays at St Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Church, 18720 13 Mile Road in Roseville. For more information, visit the Troop No. 1402 Facebook page. Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
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a violent crime investigation, punishable by up to four years; one felony count of using a computer to communicate with another to commit a crime, a one-year misdemeanor; and one count of malicious use of telecommunication services, a misdemeanor punishable up to six months.
His bond was set at $500,000, cash or surety only. If released from jail, he is also required to wear a GPS tether and is prohibited from contacting the victims or using any device that connects to the internet.
The grandmother, Jaraldine Morris, faces three felony counts: tampering with evidence in a criminal case, punishable by up to 10 years; accessory after the fact to a felony, punishable by up to five years; and lying to a peace officer in a violent crime investigation, punishable by up to four years. Her bond was set at $50,000, cash or surety only, and she is required to wear a GPS tether.
The original incident occurred at around 1:10 a.m. on June 25 when Eastpointe police were dispatched to a home in the 16000 block of Forest Avenue on reports of an “assault with intent to murder.”
Upon arrival, officers learned that the homeowner had been in a dispute with the new boyfriend of his ex-girlfriend. The suspect — whom police and prosecutors identified as Fistler — allegedly had pulled up to the home, fired multiple rounds into the building, and fled. Multiple people were inside the house at the time of the shooting, in-
cluding six children, but no one was injured.
According to the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, investigators deduced that Fistler was heading to his home at Americana Estates in Casco Township. Deputies with both the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office and the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office responded, as did both the special response teams for both St. Clair County and Port Huron, and Richmond police officers.
Deputies with the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office reportedly identified Fistler entering his home with Derek Morris. Fistler was allegedly armed at the time. The two men reportedly saw the deputies and retreated into the home where they barricaded themselves.
Eastpointe police obtained a search warrant for the home. According to the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, once the men retreated into the building, a woman who was with them stayed outside to speak to police. The officers tried to negotiate, but were unsuccessful in persuading the men to exit the building.
The officers then used gas cartridges, as described by the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, and the two men surrendered to law enforcement without incident. There were no injuries. Multiple items of evidence reportedly were recovered from the scene.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office said that police discovered the vehicle used in the drive-by shooting at Jaraldine Morris’ residence. During a telephone call from jail June 25, Morris allegedly asked his mother to get rid of evidence at her home, and she agreed to do so, according to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office.
“Thank you to the Eastpointe Police Department and the St. Clair County SWAT
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team for all their hard work in investigating and taking this family into custody. This shooting endangered the lives of both adults and children in our community, and we will see that these actions have serious consequences. Such disregard for human life cannot and will not be tolerated,” Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a press release.
Eastpointe Police Lt. Alexander Holish said gun crimes are very concerning.
“Any discharge of a weapon, intentional or not, is extremely dangerous, especially when it occurs in a densely populated city, such as Eastpointe,” Holish said. “Stray bullets can hit innocent bystanders, ricochet and enter neighboring homes, and damage property.”
NOTICE OF ELECTION
CITY OF EASTPOINTE, MACOMB COUNTY, MICHIGAN TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024
To All Qualifed Electors of the City of Eastpointe: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Primary Election will be held in the City of Eastpointe on TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Primary Election will be conducted in all voting precincts for the purpose of nominating candidates to the following offce:
Vote Only 1 Party Section:
Partisan: U.S. Senate; 10th District Representative in Congress; 12th District Representative in State Legislature; County: Sheriff; Prosecutor; Clerk/Register of Deeds; Treasurer; Public Works Commissioner; 13th District Commissioner; Delegate to County Convention.
Nonpartisan: Judge of Probate Court New Judgeship 9 DAYS EARLY VOTING BEGINS SATURDAY, JULY 27th until SUNDAY, AUGUST 4TH AT EASTPOINTE MEMORIAL LIBRARY 15875 OAK STREET
Saturday/Sunday: 7am-3pm Monday-Friday: 10am-6pm
The Polls will open August 6th from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following locations:
Precinct 1. Eastpointe Community High School, 15320 Nine Mile
Precinct 2. Eastpointe Community High School, 15320 Nine Mile
Precinct 3. Bellview School, 15800 Bell
Precinct 4. Eastpointe Early Learning Center, 23750 David
Precinct 5. Michigan Military Museum, 16600 Stephens
If you have any questions, please contact the Offce of the Roseville City Clerk, located at 29777 Gratiot, Roseville, MI 48066, Monday through Thursday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at (586) 445-5443.
Respectfully Submitted, Jennifer A. Zelmanski
Roseville City Clerk
Precinct 14. Koepsell Elementary, 21760 Raven
A full sample ballot may be viewed at mi.gov/vote, Eastpointe Clerk’s Offce and/or Clerk’s Offce/Elections’ webpage www.EastpointeMI.gov.
BE IT FURTHER NOTICED: Absentee Ballots are available for all elections; registered voters may contact the local clerk’s offce to obtain an application for an absentee voter ballot. The Eastpointe Clerk’s Offce will be open on Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of accepting applications for Absentee Ballots, only.
To comply with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), voting instructions will be available in audio format and in Braille. Arrangements for obtaining the instructions in these alternative formats can be made by contacting the Clerk’s Offce in advance of the election. All polling place locations are accessible for voters with disabilities.
NOTICE: The Early Vote Closing/Receiving Board will be conducted Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Eastpointe City Hall, 23200 Gratiot Avenue, Eastpointe, Michigan 48021 after 8:00 p.m.
Mariah Walton
Eastpointe City Clerk
Published: Eastsider 07/17/2024
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CLPS has much to celebrate this year!
EYES ON THE FUTURE
Center Line Public Schools is a Ford Next Generation Learning Community-1 of only 3 school districts in Michigan to earn this designation!
With the support of multiple local fre departments, seven of our students passed their practical exams for their state Firefghting Certifcation this year.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY
•Helps with transition from middle to high school
•Forms small learning community
•Builds skills to be successful
•Explores interests and careers
Two of our Heath & Human Services (HHS) Academy students took 2nd place at the National Skills USA Competition in EMT. Two others qualifed for National HOSA Competition in First Aid/CPR.
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES ACADEMY
•Health & Wellness
•First Responders
•Law and Justice
•Public Service
ACADEMY OF INDUSTRY, TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
•Engineering Technology
•Innovative Art & Design
•Business, Commerce & Entrepreneurship
•Digital Design & Communication
Center Line High School is bridging the world of work and school.
Connections with local and nationally recognized businesses help prepare our students for life after high school, providing students with hands-on, real-world experiences. CLPS students can graduate with college credits and/or industry certifications in high demand jobs, increasing graduates’ chances of finding future employment while filling a need in the community for skilled trade workers. CLPS participates in the Early College of Macomb and Dual Enrollment programs, where students can earn college credits at no cost while still in high school.
In partnership with AIS, Center Line High School ofers a Heavy Equipment Technology Program that teaches the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of common of-road construction equipment.
CLPS provides support for our students beyond academics. In addition to a full complement of counselors and social workers, our high school also hosts an Ascension School-Based Health Center that provides free services to the children of our community.
All CLPS schools are one-to-one. Each student receives a personal laptop with all the necessary tools to be successful.
CLPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
or
in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
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JULY 20 Cars and Coffee: Also raffles and prizes, 10 a.m.noon, Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, also Aug. 17, (586) 872-2581, mimths@mimths. org, mimths.org
JULY 26-27
Used book sale: Hosted by United Women in Faith, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 18303 Common Road in Roseville, (586) 7768828, rosevilletrinity@gmail.com
ONGOING
Car shows: Featuring Twisted Axle Car Club, 7 p.m. Fridays, Gratiot Coney Island, 28560 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville
Bike shows: Featuring and benefitting Crusaders for Children, also 50-50 and raffle, 6-11 p.m. Mondays, The Lucky Leprechaun, 32456 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, www.facebook.com/Crusaders forChildrenMichigan
Fallout shelter exhibit: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and noon-4 p.m. Sundays, Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, (586) 872-2581, mimths@ mimths.org, mimths.org
Story time: 1:30 p.m. every second Wednesday of month, near Dick’s Sporting Goods at Macomb Mall, 32233 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, www.shop macombmall.com
Gamblers Anonymous: Meetings 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday, Live Rite Structured Recovery Corp., 27700 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, (586) 217-5899
Monthly book clubs: Booked for the Evening (every first Thursday) and Mystery Book Club (every third
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CLASS REUNIONS
Birmingham Groves High School Class of 1984: 40-year reunion events include brunch at Beverly Park, Tigers game, tour of school’s new outdoor athletic facilities, and stay and celebration at Somerset Inn, Aug. 1-3, myevent.com/grovesclassof84
Cousino High School Class of 1969: 55-year reunion, classes of 1967-1971 also welcome, 7 p.m. Sept. 6, Roger’s Roost, 33262 Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights, RSVP to Larry Wilk at lwilk@comcast.net
Grosse Pointe North High School Class of 1974: 50-year reunion includes cash bar, food stations, photo booth and GPN gift, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 21, Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, 788 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores, also casual gathering 7 p.m. Sept. 20, WaterMark Bar and Grille, 24420 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, www.grosse pointenorth1974.com
Thursday), both 6:30 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., rsvlibraryservice@roseville-mi. gov, rosevillelibrary.org, (586) 445-5407
Euchre Night + More: 6-8 p.m. every first Saturday of month, Metropolitan Church of the Nazarene, 18945 Frazho Road in Roseville, bring finger foods to share (drinks provided), metronaz.org/ adult-ministry-events
Farmers market: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays and 5-9 p.m. Thursdays July 28, Aug. 8 and 25, Sept. 22, and Oct. 6, Blossom Heath Park, south of 10 Mile Road on Jefferson Avenue in St. Clair Shores, (586) 445-5350, scsmi.net/307/Events
Concerts: 7-9 p.m. Aug. 1 (Wayback Machine) and Sept. 5 (Mainstream Drive), alley at Erin Commons, 28363 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, (586) 486-3681
• 6-8 p.m. July 24 (ShamRock Jazz Orchestra, Eastpointe City Hall Amphitheatre, 23200 Gratiot Ave.), 7 p.m. Aug. 14 (Jerry Ross Band, Kennedy Park, 24517 Schroeder Ave. in Eastpointe), 6-8 p.m. Aug. 28 (Matthew Ball, a.k.a. the Boogie Woogie Kid, Eastpointe City Hall Amphitheatre) and 6-8 p.m. Sept. 11 (Detroit Social Club Band, Eastpointe City Hall Amphitheatre), (586) 445-3661
• 7-8:30 p.m. July 17 (Kathleen Murray and The Groove Council, Motown and R&B), July 24 (Captain Fantastic, Elton John tribute), July 31 (Family Tradition Band, country), Aug. 7 (Randy Brock Group,
classic rock and blues) and Aug. 14 (Sunset BLVD, classic rock), also food trucks, Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, (586) 445-5350, scsmi.net/307/Events
• 7 p.m. Aug. 9 (Dave Hamilton Band, Motown tribute) and 6:30 p.m. Aug. 23 (Michigan Philharmonic playing car-inspired songs from movies and TV), Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores, (313) 884-4222, fordhouse.org
• 6:30-9 p.m. July 24 (Cancel Monday), 6:30-9 p.m. Aug. 7 (Thornetta Davis) and 7:30-9 p.m. Aug. 21 (Air Margaritaville, Jimmy Buffet tribute), War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Drive in Grosse Pointe Farms, free but registration required, warmemorial. org/summerfest24
Bicycle getaway fails
GROSSE POINTE CITY — A 34-year-old Detroit man was arrested after he reportedly stole multiple bottles of alcoholic beverages from The Village CVS store at 4:20 p.m. June 20 and fled the scene on a bike. Police arrested the suspect as he was making his getaway. They said he was facing possible charges including retail fraud and resisting and obstructing police.
Suspects sought in clothing theft
GROSSE POINTE CITY — Two unknown suspects reportedly stole $1,078 worth of clothing from The Village Lululemon store in the 17000 block of Kercheval Avenue at around 5:07 p.m. June 23. Police said the suspects ran from the store with the stolen goods and were last seen heading westbound on Kercheval in a red Chevy Cruze.
Man arrested for disrobing
GROSSE POINTE CITY — Police took a 26-year-old Detroit man into custody after he was reportedly seen removing his clothing in the 600 block of Cadieux Road at around noon June 20. Police said the suspect — who’s expected to face charges including indecent exposure and disturbing the peace — was also found to be urinating in public. A 28-year-old Detroit man who was with the suspect at the time was arrested as well after police said they discovered that he was driving with a suspended license.
Stolen car tracked
GROSSE POINTE PARK — A 2017 Chevrolet Impala was stolen from a driveway in the 1200 block of Three Mile Road between the hours of 10 p.m. June 18 and 6 a.m. June 19. Police said the owner had the keys at the time. Police were able to use a tracking system on the vehicle to find its location on Haverhill Street in Detroit, where they recovered it. Police said it appears the Impala was stolen by being pushed by another vehicle.
Vehicle theft thwarted
GROSSE POINTE PARK — Two unknown male suspects are said by police to have been seen in the act of trying to steal a Kia Soul while it was parked on the street in the 1400 block of Wayburn Street at around 11:16 p.m. June 17. According to a police report, the victim saw the suspects break a window on the vehicle and get inside it. The victim told police that she yelled at the suspects, who she said fled on foot. The suspects are said to have damaged the steering column in an attempt to take the Kia.
Purse removed from vehicle
GROSSE POINTE PARK — An unknown person is said by police to have
and an estimated $80 from an unlocked
block of Pemberton Road between the hours of 5 p.m. June 14 and 8 a.m. June 15. Police said they recovered the purse nearby, but the cash was missing.
Stolen vehicle recovered
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A 39-year-old Highland Park woman learned from the Farms Public Safety Department that the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer she had bought for $1,550 from a man through Facebook Marketplace was a vehicle that had been reported stolen. The woman who bought the vehicle came to the Farms because she had been unable to get the vehicle title from the seller; she said when she tried to register the vehicle with the Secretary of State’s Office, she was told she would need a vehicle information number inspection/verification to acquire the title, which is why she brought it to the Farms.
Police said the VIN plate was scratched and had the wrong type of rivets, and the federal label, tire label and service parts label were all missing. However, police could see a different VIN number underneath some adhesive. The hidden VIN number came back to a 2003 Trailblazer that had been stolen out of Waterford Township on June 4, 2024. Police said the suspect who sold the vehicle to the woman had been arrested multiple times before for motor vehicle theft. The suspect is a 33-year-old Detroit man.
Vehicle stolen
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A black 2021 GMC Yukon was stolen from the parking lot of a private club in the 200 block of Country Club Drive between the hours of 7:30 p.m. and 8:20 p.m. June 15. The victim told police that he had parked toward the south end of the lot. He said he had left the Yukon unlocked with the keys inside. Police checked surveillance footage of the lot and saw a silver Chevrolet Camaro convertible with no license plate enter the parking lot after the victim. An unknown male suspect exited the Camaro and began checking vehicles in the lot. A second male suspect is said to have also gotten out of the Camaro. Police said that after this happens, the missing Yukon is seen leaving the lot, where it meets up with the Camaro and both vehicles exit together.
Trespasser warned GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Police were called to the Shell gas station at Mack Avenue and Moross Road at 6:08 p.m. June 17 about a man who had reportedly taken a pop and doughnut and only paid $1.97 in change for $3.97 worth of food. The worker said the business wasn’t seeking retail fraud charges against the suspect — they just wanted him to be told he was trespassing and shouldn’t return.
a 52-year-old Detroit man, eating a doughnut on the front porch of a home in the 400 block of Allard Road.
Police said the suspect is homeless, has a mental order, was known to be violent and had 19 previous contacts with the Farms Public Safety Department for larceny, trespassing and breaking into a motor vehicle. In addition, police said he’s a suspect in a double homicide in Detroit. The suspect was given a trespassing warning and sent away from the area.
The same suspect was found sitting inside a vehicle in an automotive service business in the 18000 block of Mack at 1:22 p.m. June 15. Because the suspect had been found sleeping inside an unlocked vehicle in that same parking lot June 12, police arrested the man for trespassing June 15.
Man charged with assault, resisting arrest
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 11:37 a.m. June 9, Shelby Township police officers responded to the area of 21 Mile and Schoenherr roads for a mental health call.
A dispatcher updated the responding officers that the mother of a 32-year-old man was the caller. The mother stated that her son was suffering from a mental health issue and was now carrying a handgun in a case inside his garage, according to police.
The mother reportedly was able to get out of the house. Police said that officers made contact with the man and were able to get him into custody before he was able to injure himself or others. The 32-year-old man was taken to the hospital for a mental health evaluation, according to police. The investigators ended up charging him with domestic assault and resisting arrest.
Police arrest man for outstanding warrant
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 8:11 p.m, June 19, an officer from the Shelby Township Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the area of Shelby and 21 Mile roads. Upon making contact with the occupants of the vehicle, the officer was able to obtain identification from all who were inside the vehicle. Police said that one passenger gave several incorrect names and information to the officer. The passenger later gave the correct information, which led police to find that he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The man was placed under arrest for the warrant and turned over to the correct jurisdiction for the warrant.
Fraud report made
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 6:35 p.m. on June 18, a report was made about a case of fraud that occurred in the 20000 block of Beaconsfield Avenue.
A 68-year-old man came into the police station stating that he was a victim of fraud. He reached out to Amazon Prime Video to watch a soccer game. The repre-
amount of $250 each to verify he was a real person. The man bought the gift cards and sent pictures of them to the suspect.
Vehicle theft report made
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 8:36 a.m. on June 18, a report was made about a vehicle theft that occurred the same day at 5:09 a.m. in the 19000 block of 10 Mile Road.
A 47-year-old woman stated she left the residence with her husband at around 3:40 a.m. to deliver Amazon packages. When she arrived back at around 8:40 a.m., she saw the passenger window to her vehicle broken out. The minimal video footage she had showed a vehicle at her residence at approximately 5:09 a.m. The officer was unable to figure out what kind of vehicle it was. When he arrived, the officer observed that the passenger window was broken and that the lower dashboard on the passenger side was removed with some electrical components hanging out.
Fleeing and eluding report made
ST. CLAIR SHORES — Police reported a case of fleeing and eluding at 2:12 a.m. on June 12 at Harper Avenue and Nine Mile Road.
An officer saw a vehicle at a gas station that was wanted for fleeing previously and also a felony assault of a police officer in Warren. When it left the station, it started at a high rate of speed and increased its speed when the officer put on the patrol vehicle’s emergency lights. A
