‘Beauty’ of Olympic qualification goes beyond track for Utica grad
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
UTICA — Every step on the track is a blessing for him.
It wasn’t long ago that 2013 Utica High School graduate Freddie Crittenden III faced the ugliest part of the relationship between athletes and their respective sports — deciding when it’s time to call it a career.
The 2013 Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 state champion, fourtime All-Atlantic Coast Conference honoree at Syracuse University track and field, and twotime First Team All-American in 60-meter and 110-meter hurdles in 2016 was facing obstacle after obstacle in his efforts to reach his Olympic dream.
Crittenden, 29, hyperextended his knee prior to the 2016 Olympic trials, keeping him from competing at full strength. It was a minor setback, but Crittenden picked up steam in 2019 for the 2020 Olympic trials before the COVID-19 pandemic occurred.
Another setback, but the 2021 Olympic trials were still at the center of his focus. That was before a double hamstring strain at the Doha Diamond League in Qatar left Crittenden injured and rehabbing for eight months before falling short of another Olympic qualifi-
See CRITTENDEN on page 20A
FAR LEFT: A 2013 Utica High School graduate, Freddie Crittenden was a Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 state champion in the 110-meter hurdles for Utica in 2013. NEAR LEFT: Crittenden holds the United States flag after a race at the 2022 North American, Central American and Caribbean Championships in the Bahamas. The Utica High School alumnus will compete for the United States at the Paris Olympics. ABOVE: Freddie Crittenden stands with his mother, Dr. Cassandra Crittenden, and father, Freddie Crittenden.
Photos provided by Dr. Cassandra Crittenden
ABOVE: Moana, a princess who got to Summerfest with help from the Enchanted Princess Party, sings as a special guest during the live taping of
SHELBY TOWNSHIP SUMMERFEST BROUGHT WEEKEND OF FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township SummerFest featured tons of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy June 28-29 at the Shelby Township municipal campus.
On June 28, attendees were able to enjoy a kids zone with a touch-a-truck area, face painting, a petting zoo and a live tap-
ing of Shelby TV’s award-winning program “The Treehouse.” The day ended with an outdoor showing of a family movie. Shelby Township Supervisor Rick Stathakis said that last year he asked Community Relations Director Brad Bates to work with his team in the Community Relations Department to save the township’s Independence Day celebration. The township reportedly lost its ability to hold its fireworks show because it
See SUMMERFEST on page 16A
Senior living facility to host classic car show for third year
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — For the third year, a classic car show will be making a pit stop from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 27 at Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby.
There will be 30 cars to view at the senior living facility with a few spots available. The event will have jams by DJ Eddie and food trucks for those who want some snacks.
If you’re feeling lucky, there will be a 50-50 raffle too. One lucky winner walked away with $400 last year.
Registration for the show is free.
Eve O’Conner, who is the daughter of resident Jenny Gregson, said the classic car show is a great time for people and families of all ages.
“My mom is a resident of Pine Ridge and I was blown away last year with what a fun event this was. There were at least 30 classic cars, a DJ, ice cream. Everyone had so much fun — the residents, the public, families and the classic car owners too. There was a nice assortment of different cars, and attendees got to vote
See CAR SHOW on page 14A
RIGHT: Quinn Oparka, 9, of Shelby Township, rings the bell from the cab of the 1920 steam locomotive on permanent display at the township’s municipal campus during Summerfest June 28.
“The Treehouse”
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
CRIME WATCH
Vandal breaks into new home under construction
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 12:34 p.m. June 25, Shelby Township police officers were dispatched to the area of Dequindre and Auburn roads for a breaking and entering and property destruction complaint. The caller stated he was in the process of building a new house. While he was gone, someone entered the home through the back sliding glass door. Once inside, the intruder used a blunt object to cause damage to new drywall. The homeowner believed that the suspect caused about $1,000 worth of damage. The case was turned over to the Shelby Township Police Department detective bureau for further investigation.
Dog toy leads to assault and battery complaint
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Officers from the Shelby Township Police Department responded to Dequindre Estates, near the intersection of Dequindre and Hamlin
roads, for an assault and battery complaint at 6:15 p.m. June 25. When officers met with the caller, she stated that she had been attacked by one of her good friends after an argument regarding a dog toy hitting her friend’s bad foot. The aggressor was issued a citation for assault and battery, police said.
Customer conceals
$1,600 in merchandise
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 1:52 p.m.
June 25, an officer from the Shelby Township Police Department was dispatched to the Ulta Beauty at 13955 Hall Road for a retail fraud complaint. The manager of Ulta Beauty stated that a woman came into the store and started selecting items. The suspect reportedly paid for a couple of items but did not pay for items she had concealed. The suspect left the store and did not pay for $1,692.99 worth of merchandise, according to the police report. The case was turned over to the detective bureau for further investigation.
Man arrested for exposing himself to female customers
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 9:28 p.m. June 26, while Shelby Township police
officers were on an unrelated call at Target, they were approached by store management regarding a man who was making multiple female customers feel uncomfortable and possibly exposing himself.
Officers located and identified the 23-year-old man in question. He denied any inappropriate activity. Target was not able to pull up surveillance video to see if he had exposed himself at that time. On June 27, the Target asset protection department reached out to Shelby Township police and advised that they now had video of the suspect from the day before fully exposing himself.
Shelby Township officers reportedly were able to review the video of the suspect exposing himself to female customers and walking around the store with his genitalia out. On June 28, officers located the suspect at his home and took him into custody without incident. He is facing a charge of aggravated indecent exposure. — Kara Szymanski
Quilter is Shelby Township Senior Center’s new featured artist
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Marge Iscaro has been selected as the Shelby Township Senior Center’s featured artist for the months of July and August.
Her display has been set up at the Shelby Township Activities Center, 14975 21 Mile Road, and will be there until the end of August. Several pieces have already been sold. The senior center is part of the activities center.
Iscaro was raised in Detroit. In 2001, she retired to a house in the woods of Atlanta, Michigan. She had started quilting with intensity in 1998.
In 2018, Iscaro moved to Shelby Township to be closer to her family. Since then, she has continued taking classes and doing research to develop her quilting techniques. She is the recipient of numerous awards for quilts from county fairs, guild shows, the Michigan Quilt Network, and the American Quilters Society in Paducah, Kentucky. She has five years of judging experience in various venues. Iscaro also has shared her love of quilting by teaching classes in beginning and advanced quilting methods.
Her projects have been shared through exhibiting and vending at art shows, displaying at quilt shows, and as gifts to family and friends.
The joy of quilting is ever increasing in her life.
Karen Gibson, Iscaro’s friend, said she met Iscaro through her membership in the Thunderbay Quilt Guild of Atlanta, Michigan.
“I knew very little about quilting when I joined, but it was apparent to me that Marge was a very talented quilter. She always had beautiful work to show at our monthly business meetings. Marge excelled at appliqué, whether by hand or by machine. She would often say, ‘l am not a piecer.’ However, she developed the skill to perfection. She also did beautiful embroidery and embellishment on her crazy quilts. Marge is very creative and participated in guild challenges and mystery projects. She has a keen eye for color and contrast and does not
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Marge Iscaro is the Shelby Township Senior Center’s featured artist for the months of July and August.
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NEWS & NOTES
Officers receive lifesaving award
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — On July 2, Shelby Township police officers Noah Nye and Dennis Washburn were presented with a lifesaving award for their actions on June 13.
On that day, officers were dispatched to help a baby who was not breathing. Nye and Washburn got to the scene quickly and reported that they could not find a pulse. They immediately began CPR and performed back blows.
After several rounds of compressions and back blows, Nye was able to detect a pulse and turned the baby over to the Shelby Township Fire Department. The Fire Department transported the child to Troy Beaumont Hospital for further medical attention. It was later determined that the baby had been choking. Due to the actions of Nye and Washburn, the Shelby Township Police Department said in a post on crimewatch.net, the baby will make a full recovery.
UTICA COUNCIL APPROVES VEHICLE PURCHASE
UTICA — The Utica City Council approved the purchase of a Spencer Engine with a Federal Emergency Management Agency vehicle acquisition grant of $825,000 at its July 9 meeting. The vehicle was bought with FEMA’s portion of $785,714.28 and Utica’s 5%, which was $39,285.72. The cost of the stock Spencer Engine was a total of $848,835.
SPARK GRANT APPLICATIONS OPEN
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Four County Community Foundation has announced the return of its Spark Grant program for a second year. Applicants — both individuals and nonprofit groups — can apply to present an in-person proposal to a panel of 4CCF committee members followed by a five-minute question-and-answer session.
The panel has a pool of $50,000 to award and is most interested in proposals that are innovative and seek to meet an unmet community need in 4CCF’s service area.
Applicants will have the opportunity to complete a simple survey that captures their innovative idea. A link to the survey can be requested by emailing kdickens@4ccf.org.
Finalists will participate in Pitch Night at 5 p.m. Sept. 26 at the 4CCF office in Romeo. To learn more about Four County Community Foundation, visit 4ccf.org or call (810) 798-0909. For more information about the Spark Grant, contact 4CCF Executive Director Kathy Dickens at kdickens@4ccf.org or (810) 444-8852.
Flea market happening soon
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Flea Market will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 27 at Whispering Woods Kiwanis Park, 11000 21 Mile Road in Shelby Township. Each space, approximately 15 by 15 feet, costs $15 if purchased before July 19. Participants must bring their own tables, chairs, displays and protection from the sun and rain. Admission is free for shoppers. Sellers will receive additional information a couple of days before the flea market. For more information or to reserve a space, contact the Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department at (586) 731-0300 or online at register.shelbytwp.org with code #AAFLEA.01.
Weekend Unwind continues
UTICA — Utica’s Friday night concert series, Weekend Unwind, is continuing throughout the summer. The next two concerts will take place at 7 p.m. July 19 and July 26 at Memorial Park, next to the Utica Public Library at 7530 Auburn Road. The bands performing will be The Mixx and DC Marx, respectively.
SAVE THE DATE FOR GASOLINE ALLEY
UTICA — Utica’s Gasoline Alley will be taking place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 10 in downtown Utica across from Memorial Park, which is near 7530 Auburn Road. The event will include a car show, a swap meet and a gas show. For more information, visit uticasgasolinealley.com.
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Dear Fellow Residents,
From Shelby Township Supervisor Richard H. Stathakis
In these tmes of challenge and change, it is more important than ever to reafrm the principles and values that have made Shelby Township a beacon. As your Supervisor, it has been my distnct honor to serve alongside the Shelby Township Board of Trustees, who remain steadfast in their commitment to upholding traditonal family values. Our dedicaton to these values is not merely a politcal stance but a deeply rooted belief in the strength and unity that they bring to our community.
One of the most cherished practces that embodies our commitment is the invocaton prayer that precedes each meetng of the Board. This practce is not just a formality but a refecton of our collectve belief in seeking divine guidance in our decision-making processes. While this practce has been challenged by outside groups aiming to impose their views on our community, you, the residents of Shelby Township, have stood frm, ofering unwavering support and reinforcing our traditons.
Your support has been vital in preserving our values and in backing our brave men and women of the Shelby Township Police Department. When outside agitators descended upon our peaceful township, atemptng to undermine the integrity and dedicaton of our ofcers, you gathered to express your grattude and support. Your solidarity with our law enforcement served as a powerful testament to our collectve belief in justce and order, providing our ofcers with the encouragement they need to contnue serving with honor and distncton.
Since 2008, we have faced numerous challenges from special interest groups atemptng to erode the values we hold dear. Yet, your resilience and support have been our fortress. We must remain vigilant and resolute as we contnue to defend our way of life against those who seek to change it.
As we approach the Republican primary on August 6, I ask for your support once more. Our incumbent Board of Trustees, including Trustees Lisa Casali, Lucia Di Cicco, John Vermeulen and Vince Viviano, have proven their dedicaton to preserving our community's values and ensuring the safety and prosperity of Shelby Township. They especially face a crowded feld of challengers, but with your vote, we can ensure that our township remains guided by leaders who truly represent our shared beliefs and principles.
Thank you for your support and for standing together as a community rooted in faith, family and freedom. Together, we will contnue to uphold the values that make Shelby Township a beter place that we are all proud to call home.
Thank you,
Rick Stathakis Supervisor, Shelby Township
Girl Scouts honor Shelby Township volunteers
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan announced June 21 that it recognized many inspiring volunteers, including two from Shelby Township, at a special banquet event during National Volunteer Month.
Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan leadership officers distributed dozens of appreciation awards to people and businesses who supported the Girl Scouts’ mission of helping “develop girls of courage, confidence, and character.”
This year, 41 people received a Volunteer of Excellence award, which go to volunteers who have demonstrated outstanding service while working with Scouts. The Girl Scouts stated that most honorees are troop leaders who have also held multiple other troop positions over the years, including treasurer, event coordinator, mentors and more.
An Appreciation Pin went to 14 women who went beyond expectations for their positions and who impacted a geographic area within the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan. The Honor Pin, for volunteers who helped the Girl Scouts reach and exceed their mission-delivery goals, was given to 11 volunteers.
Two volunteers were presented a Thanks Badge for outstanding service that “is so significantly above and beyond the call of duty that no other award would be appropriate.”
Amee Briney and Janet Catalan, both of Shelby Township, each received a Volunteer of Excellence award.
Briney said she is a lifetime Girl Scouts member and has been a Girl Scout since she was 6 years old in 1980.
“I went all the way through 12 years of Girl Scouting as a girl and became an adult member in 1993. I earned my Gold Award (the highest award in Girl Scouting) in 1992. At 19 years old, I had my own Brownie troop, and served as a leader with no kids of my own. Over the past 31 years, I have served as a volunteer teaching first aid/CPR … for volunteers, a babysitting instructor for girls, high and low ropes instructor for girls, master trainer for outdoor education for volunteers, and a member of the high awards committee — mentoring older girls and approving Gold Award project awards. I also unofficially help new troop leaders with resources, teaching traditions, and ensuring the Girl Scout spirit is held to,” she said.
She said Girl Scouting was very impactful to her as a girl.
“Girl Scouting exposed me to different cultures, a support system of sisterhood and mentors that have lasted a lifetime. I learned leadership, gained confidence, life skills, and the importance of living the Girl Scout law and promise in my everyday life. I strive every day, with every decision, to live the Girl Scout promise and law,” she said.
Briney today is the leader of a Brownie troop in which her daughter is a member.
“The girls and mom volunteers in the troop inspire me to be a better and more creative mentor. Each girl has their own strengths and own personalities, which we celebrate and strive to learn from each other. The troop is girl led, which means they decide what field trips, what badges to earn,
See GIRL SCOUTS on page 10A
CITY OF UTICA CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Take notice that the City of Utica City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7550 Auburn Road, Utica, MI.
The purpose of the public hearing is to gain citizen input for a temporary use and tents request for the annual St. Lawrence Applefest, 44633 Utica Rd., September 6, 7, and 8, 2024
Comments will be heard at that time or written comments may be mailed to the above address, phone calls 596-739-1600 or email cityclerk@cityofutica.org, prior to the public hearing.
Lori Cooke CITY OF UTICA City Clerk
Published: Shelby-Utica News 07/17/2024
CHARTER TOWNSHIP
OF SHELBY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING
The Charter Township of Shelby ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS meeting will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., in the Shelby Municipal Building, Board Room, 52700 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby Township, Michigan 48316.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Zoning Board of Appeals Regular Meeting July 11, 2024
APPLICATIONS:
1. ZBA #24-056 MARIANNA RUFFINO (Ruffno Properties, LLC); 8239 & 8219 22 Mile Road, Parcel No. 23-07-22-352-058, located on the north side of 22 Mile Road, east of Van Dyke Avenue. Requesting a variance to Zoning Ordinance No. 212.130, Section 3.6.D to permit a reduced side yard setback (10 feet required, 8 feet proposed).
2. ZBA #24-043 EDITA BASIC (Euro Eats, Inc.); Vacant Parcel No. 23-07-36-400-073, located north of Hall Road, west of Hayes Road. Requesting a variance to Zoning Ordinance No. 212.130, Section 7.16.F to permit a food truck.
3. ZBA #24-059 SIMONE MAURO (Mauro Engineering); Vacant Parcel No. 23-07-04-201-010, located on the south side of 26 Mile Road, west of Van Dyke Avenue. Requesting two variances to Zoning Ordinance No. 212.130, Section 3.11.E to permit the building height to exceed 18 feet (27 feet, 8 inches proposed) and Section 5.17.A to omit the required screening along the southern property line.
PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
ADJOURNMENT:
All interested persons may attend and be heard on any item on the agenda. The Zoning Ordinance and a copy of the application may be examined at the Municipal Building, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or you may call (586) 726-7243.
RUSS RICE, CHAIRMAN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or service at the meeting should contact the Shelby Township Clerk’s Offce at 586-731-5102, TDD 586-726-2731
Published: Shelby-Utica News 07/17/2024
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Amee Briney, left, and Janet Catalan, right, both of Shelby Township, received Volunteer of Excellence awards from the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan.
Photo provided by Gretchen Monette
Girl Scouts
etc. Over the past year, I have witnessed seven young ladies grow from the inside out, which is what the meaning is of their troop crest that they voted on — the nautilus shell.”
She said that in the past year, the girls in her troop learned about engineering, designed and constructed a bridge with the intention of using it for the next 11 years and sharing it with other troops, and learned about how to design and plant a community garden from scratch. They learned about nature and how to be a good friend; how to respect animals and insects; what to do in an emergency; how to build a campfire; how to cook over a campfire; how to build each other up if a sister is struggling; how to ask for help; how to stand up for themselves and each other; how to market, sell, upsell and process inventory; how to do math for sales; how to give excellent customer service; and they sold over 3,000 boxes of cookies their first year.
As a current mentor and committee member for the high awards, she said she loves working with other adult members, helping girls achieve the highest award in
Girl Scouting. As a mentor, she helps young ladies brainstorm and problem-solve to ensure that their projects are serving needs in the community, are driven by the girls’ passion, and are sustainable over time.
“These projects illuminate the girls’ leadership, teamwork, problem-solving and communication skills through a minimum of an 80-hour project commitment. I love watching the girls at this older girl level design, create, implement and witness their sense of success,” she said.
She said she is a professionally licensed professional counselor, specializing in mental health and substance abuse.
“I am a firm believer that involvement in the Girl Scouts as a girl assists in mental health overall. It improves communication skills, a sense of community and acceptance for individuality. Girl Scouting is my family. The values define me as a person. I am proud to be a Girl Scout for the past 44 years,” she said.
Like Briney, Catalan shares the values of the Girl Scouts and found that the organization helped her to grow as a person.
“It has been a pleasure to meet so many extraordinary women that share their time and knowledge to help the future generation of women to discover their potential and find their passions. It is a blessing to see the
girls exploring new places, trying new things and making friends,” Catalan said.
“I discovered that my biggest passion is to help girls develop and be prepared, as our Scout motto states, for the future so that it is very bright and that ripple effect of kindness continues for generations,” Catalan said.
Monica Woodson, the CEO of Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan, issued a
prepared statement about the honorees.
“Whatever each of you have given to our Girl Scouts, it is truly our privilege to honor so many of you who believe in the power of the Girl Scouts Movement and continue to make a huge impact in with our girls and in our community,” Woodson said.
Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski at (586) 498-1029.
CITY OF UTICA WATER CUSTOMERS
The City of Utica Consumer Confdence Report for the year 2023 is complete and available for any customer of the service to review the report.
Copies can be reviewed at the following locations: Utica Municipal Building, 7550 Auburn Road, Utica Public Library, 7530 Auburn Road The report can also be viewed online: www.cityofutica.org
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SHELBY TOWNSHIP:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Primary election will be held in the Charter Township of Shelby, County of Macomb, State of Michigan on TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024
At the election places in the township indicated below: Pct
side of Mound, between 24 & 25 Mile Rd)
8 & 12 St. Kieran Church 53600 Mound Rd (E side of Mound, between 24 & 25 Mile Rd) 10 Utica High 47255 Shelby Rd (W side of Shelby Rd near 21 Mile Rd)
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East of Mound Rd)
17 & 32 Eisenhower High 6500 25 Mile Rd (S side of 25 Mile, East of Mound Rd)
19 Roberts Elementary 2400 Belle View (E of Dequindre, north of 23 Mile Rd)
20 & 26 Shepherd’s Gate Church 12400 23 Mile Road (S of 23 Mile, E of M-53 Freeway)
23 & 31 St. John Vianney Church 54045 Schoenherr (W side of Schoenherr, North of 24 Mile Rd)
24 Beacon Tree Elementary 55885 Schoenherr (W side of Schoenherr, North of 25 Mile Rd)
25 & 28 St. Therese of Lisieux Church 48115 Schoenherr (W side of Schoenherr, North of 21 Mile Rd)
27 & 29 Lakeside Assembly of God 46155 Schoenherr (W side of Schoenherr, North of Hall Rd)
The polls of said election will open at 7:00 a.m. and remain open until 8:00 p.m. of said day of election.
THE PURPOSE OF THE AUGUST 6, 2024 ELECTION IS AS FOLLOWS: TO DECIDE BY BALLOT WHO SHALL BE THE NOMINEES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
CONGRESSIONAL United States Senator, Representative in Congress
LEGISLATIVE Representative in State Legislature
COUNTY Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff, Clerk and Register of Deeds, Treasurer, Public Works Commissioner, County Commissioner
TOWNSHIP Supervisor, Clerk, Treasurer, Trustee, Delegate(s) to County Convention
JUDICIAL Judge of Probate Court
Absentee ballots are available for all elections; registered voters may apply for ballots at www.mi.gov/vote or by contacting the Clerk’s Offce to obtain an application.
Sample ballots can also be found at www.mi.gov/vote or by contacting the Clerk’s Offce.
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE ACCESSIBLE TO VOTERS WITH DISABILITIES BRAILLE AND AUDIO VERSIONS OF VOTING INSTRUCTIONS
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rest until she has just the right fabric for the piece she is working on,” Gibson said.
She said she got to know Iscaro even better through participation in quilt camps and a small stitching group.
“She is a great mentor and teacher, generous and helping to solve problems or give direction for matters that one might not fully understand, and providing opinions when
requested. I know that Marge received many ribbons at our local county fair for her quilting. She also received second place honors in the Paducah show. That quilt is now a part of the collection at the Bessel Museum in Alpena,” she said.
Gibson said Iscaro is a wonderful person, opinionated — in a good way — and holds herself to a higher level of excellence in whatever she does.
“She is in a select group of quilters I know that consistently produces exquisitely beautiful quilts,” she said.
Pat Fazekas, Iscaro’s friend, said Iscaro is a quilter extraordinaire. Iscaro’s love of textiles began as a child when she was taken by her mother to dry goods stores.
“Though not yet familiar with color coordination and patterns, as a young child she loved to just feel the material. She learned to sew and using an industrial sewing machine became adept at making costumes for local theatrical productions. I’m not sure when the quilting bug bit her, but she readily traded the 5/8 inch seam for the quilter’s 1/4 inch. She delights in creating complicated
quilts using techniques such as thread painting, appliqué, beading, embroidery, among others,” Fazekas said.
Iscaro’s quilts leave an impression.
“You will enjoy her artistry and won’t forget it,” Fazekas said.
Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski at (586) 498-1029.
Photo by: Lori Hannon
For the third year, Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby, a senior living facility, will host a car show from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 27. There were still some spots for classic cars as of press time.
Car show
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on their favorite. If you’re looking for a great time in the Shelby-Utica area, put this one on your calendar,” O’Conner said.
Joe Badalamenti, a resident, said he really enjoys the old cars and talking with the owners.
“The car show at the Villas of Shelby is a wonderful event. I really enjoy looking at the old cars and talking to the car owners. It’s great to have such a nice event right out of my doorsteps. Plenty of cars and plenty of food. I look forward to it every year,” he said.
For more information or to enter your car, call (586) 739-5520. July 28 will be the rainout day.
Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski at (586) 498-1029.
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did not have a large enough, accessible area to set them off. Summerfest combined two former events — the Shelby Township Summer Kickoff and the Shelby Township DDA Independence Day Celebration — into one two-day event.
“What Brad and his team organized with the ‘Treehouse Live,’ Macomb Symphony Orchestra and a drone show was amazing. We have the best Community Relations Department in the country and they prove it every day. I’m glad to see that such a large crowd on our campus got to see that for themselves (June 28-29),” he said.
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On June 29, the event included a live performance from the Macomb Symphony Orchestra and a grand finale drone show.
Both days also featured food trucks and a craft beer tent from Connect Macomb.
Bates said SummerFest wouldn’t have been possible without the support of every township employee, and he specifically mentioned the support of the Shelby Township Board of Trustees, Connect Macomb, the Macomb Symphony Orchestra and the Shelby Township DDA.
“Backed by Trustee Lucia Di Cicco and the DDA, we gave Shelby Township an unforgettable experience,” he said.
Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski at (586) 498-1029.
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Join us for this end-of-summer showcase of professional golf, live music, celebrities and more.
Raising spirits, raising money and lifting an entire community.
August 22–25
Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club
Purchase tickets at allychallenge.com
ABOVE: A live taping of Shelby TV’s “The Treehouse” entertains families with singing and science. Kids delight at seeing themselves on the big monitors during the taping.
BELOW: The Shelby Township Fire Department had Engine 2 available for kids to sit in.
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
IDENTITY CRISIS NO MORE: MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NEW ATHLETIC LOGO
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
For those who attend or have attended Macomb Community College, the Monarch nickname never made any sense largely due to the fact that there wasn’t a logo to go along with it. What is a Monarch? Is the school actually named after butterflies?
Apparently, that was common.
“When I first heard we were the Monarchs, I didn’t really know what that meant, because there was nothing associated with it,” freshman women’s basketball player Carissa Hankins said in a press release. “We’re the Monarchs, but we’re not a butterfly. So, what are we? Nothing came to mind.”
This is an identity crisis that’s been long overdue for some answers, and Macomb Community College is finally putting the unanswered question to rest.
On July 17, Macomb Community College announced the new athletic logo, which features a lion’s head topped with a crown.
Monarchies have long used a lion as the symbol of strength and courage, which finally gives a sense of meaning to the school’s nickname.
“Our new Monarchs logo provides an identity for our studentathletes to rally around,” Bryan Rizzo, director of athletics at Ma-
comb Community College, said in a press release. “The traits the lion symbol embodies reflect the strength and resilience we work to foster within each Macomb student as an athlete, as well as attributes that will help support them as they pursue education, career, family and community life.”
Macomb Community College currently features nine athletic teams with over 100 student-athletes who now can finally have an understanding of what it means to be a Monarch, since the name was first coined for the school’s athletic teams in 1967. Current sports offered at the school are baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, softball, volleyball, and men’s and women’s track and field.
“The traits of a lion would be tough, fierce, defending their territory and also family,” Matt Fecht, Macomb cross country coach and former student-athlete, said in a press release. “I think that describes the program we’re trying to build with the cross country program. We’re making a family atmosphere. We’re going to go out there and we’re going to be tough.”
“It brings another dimension to the athletics department as a whole,” Macomb baseball coach Taylor Grzelakowski said in a press release. “It’s just something that’s going to pique the interest of our players, parents, audience — everyone involved.”
Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.
On July 17, Macomb Community College, whose sports teams are nicknamed the Monarchs, announced its new logo, which features a lion’s head topped with a crown.
Photo provided by Macomb Community College
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cation and struggling overseas.
“That was just a really difficult time to try and keep going,” Crittenden said. “I ended up going overseas and ran even worse, and that was when I was really considering being done. It was just a really hard eight months. When you have an injury like a hamstring, what the body does is it tries to compensate. My healthy leg would try to take some of the load and try to get you to survive and continue, but when it’s a double hamstring it’s like, where does the compensation happen? It was a very long process of getting my body back to a point where it was able to recover, heal and function normally.”
When Crittenden crossed the finish of the 110-meter hurdles at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials June 28 in Eugene, Oregon, every ounce of blood, sweat and tears seemed well spent as he punched his ticket for the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Crittenden finished second with a time of 12.93 while Adidas’ Grant Holloway finished first with a 12.83 and Nike’s Daniel Roberts took third with a 12.96, marking the first time in Olympic trials history that three runners finished sub-13 seconds.
Qualifying for the Olympics along with his close friend Roberts was a dream come true, but unfortunately for Crittenden, finishing behind Holloway was a bit of a bitter taste again from his time at Syracuse.
“I’ve been racing Grant since 2016,” Crittenden said. “I remember the 2016 Indoor NCAA Championships at Texas A&M, I thought that was going to be my NCAA
title, but the young Grant Holloway came in and showed everybody how to do it.”
Crittenden, who lives in Phoenix, runs for Phoenix Track Club. He said there’s too many people to thank for helping him continue his track career, but credited the support of his coach, Tim O’Neil, and his wife, Tor Hawley Crittenden.
Sometimes you just need to see someone in your sport thrive to motivate you, and British hurdler David King, who also trains for Phoenix Track Club, reaching the Tokyo 2020 Olympics was important for Crittenden.
“A very big thing for me was although I didn’t even make it to the finals in my Olympic trials, my best friend, David King, he made his first Olympic team in 2021,” Crittenden said. “Seeing how fulfilling it was for him and how much that boosted his confidence and made him so happy, watching that in the front seat and being happy for him encouraged me.”
Not that he needed any more motivation, because he’s already running the best he’s ever run, setting a personal best at the Olympic trials, but Crittenden and his wife will also be expecting something special aside from a shot at a gold medal.
Crittenden and his wife are expecting their first child this year, solidifying one of the most memorable years that a track and field athlete could have.
“It kind of all came at the same time, and I think it happened this way for a reason,” Crittenden said. “I know that obviously with it being an Olympic year, it’s a defining moment in my career. I want to put all my eggs in this basket, and I want to focus and lock in. I want to do all the little things, but also there’s the beauty in having
a little one and the investment that I have in my wife and seeing that she’s going through this pregnancy. It’s been very difficult for her with some really bad nausea and morning sickness the first three months, and despite that, she’s had an undying support and love for me as I do something that I love.”
Still currently unsponsored, Crittenden said he knows that each race carries more implications than just a medal or a qualification.
Crittenden is an inspiration not just for his family, but for runners all across the Utica High School track and field program who have kept tabs on Crittenden throughout his career, according to Utica boys track and field head coach Megan Berry.
Berry was blown away by Crittenden’s ability when he came to the school for his junior year, and even though the world is just starting to get to know Crittenden in his 29-year-old season, Berry said she feels he still has a lot left to show.
“I don’t think he’s reached his ceiling just yet,” Berry said. “I think he can run even faster. He PR’d at the Olympic Trials and broke 13 (seconds) for the first time, and he looked really good. I feel like he could run even faster. I feel like he could medal at the Olympics for how well he was running, be-
cause he wasn’t that far behind Grant Holloway, who’s going for gold. He was just a few hundredths behind him. If he’s right there with Grant Holloway, he can race anybody.”
Every race, in Crittenden’s eyes, is for his wife, for his family, for his child, and for everyone who’s ever poured an ounce of time into him to keep pursuing his dream.
Crittenden said the moment from when he flies out for Paris on July 25 and takes the line for his first race on Aug. 4, it’s all become bigger for him than just the sport he loves.
“I’m already telling the baby like, ‘You helped daddy make the team. You helped me make all this happen,’” Crittenden said.
Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, UTICA VOTERS TO CHOOSE CANDIDATES IN AUGUST PRIMARY
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, UTICA — Voters in the primary in Shelby Township and Utica Aug. 6 will choose candidates for federal, state, county and local 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
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. The salary for the position is $174,000.
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
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.
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 (20012015), 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
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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. The salary for the position is $174,000.
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.
Democrat
Carl J. Marlinga
Age: 77
Occupation: Attorney (retired Judge)
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 44 years Online campaign information: www.marlinga4congress.com
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.
Write-in Democrat
Rhonda Powell
Age: 54 years old
Occupation: Nonprofit Director
Municipality of residence: Mount Clemens
For how long: 23 years
Online campaign information: www.Write-inRhondaPowell.com
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
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.
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
Municipality of residence: Warren
For how long: 7 years
Online campaign information: www.dianeyoungforcongress.com
Education: Stony Brook University - B.A.
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.
State House of
Representatives District 58
One candidate is running for the Democratic nomination and two candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one two-year term in November. The salary for the position is $71,685.
Democrat Nate Shannon
Running unopposed.
Republican Roger Goodrich
Age: 63
Occupation: Mechanical Engineer
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 29 years
Online campaign information: GoodrichforMichigan.com
Education: BSME Valparaiso University
Previously and currently held elected offices: Precinct Delegate
Top goals:
1) EXPOSE CORRUPTION
2) DEPORT ALL CRIMINAL IMMIGRANTS
3) PROTECT 2A RIGHTS
4) PASS CONSERVATIVE LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS THAT PROMOTE LAW AND ORDER
5) STREAMLINE OUR JUDICIAL SYSTEM TO ELIMINATE ALL BODILY INJURY CRIME
6) REDUCE INCOME TAX, SALES TAX, LICENSE FEES AND TAXES
7) EDUCATE YOUTH ABOUT THE DEADLY, HEALTH-DESTROYING EFFECTS OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE
8) RESTORE RESPECT FOR THE U.S. CONSTITUTION, NATIONAL ANTHEM, AND FLAG
9) PROMOTE BELIEFS, IDEALS, AND MORALITY THAT MADE AMERICA GREAT
10) REPEAL UNCONSTITUTIONAL LAWS
Republican Ron Robinson
Age: 54
Occupation: Realtor/Owner of Video Production Company
Municipality of residence: Utica
For how long: 14 Years
Online campaign information: www.robinson4rep.com
Education: 1987 Graduate of Utica High School/ Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts.
Previously and currently held elected offices: Utica City Councilman since 2022
Top goals: I will work to lower the cost of living, help provide reliable, low cost energy, improve accessibility to quality healthcare and support free and fair elections. Other issues that need addressing are neighborhood safety, legal immigration and the responsible handling of the citizens’ tax dollars. We need to allow businesses to operate with minimal logical regulation. I am a pragmatic ready to stand post and make a lasting, meaningful, positive impact on our community.
Busch Marlinga
Powell
Tilley
Young
Goodrich
Robinson
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State House of Representatives District 59
One candidate is running unopposed for the Democratic nomination and two candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one two-year term in November.
Democrat
Jason Pulaski
Running unopposed.
Republican
Douglas C. Wozniak (I)
Age: 77
Occupation: Elder Law Attorney
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 30 years
Online campaign information: dougwozniak.com
Education: Bachelor of Mathmatics from U of M and Juris Doctorate/Law Degree from MSU
Previously and currently held elected offices: State Representative (current); State Senator (previous); Shelby Twp Board of Trustees (previous)
Top goals: My top goal, now and in each of my previous elected and appointed positions, has always been to support public policy that allows residents to live, thrive and prosper in an environment that protects personal freedoms, while providing for public safety, essential services, and fiscally responsible investment in community amenities. It is every elected official’s responsibility to be a good steward of public trust and resources, and to fulfill the expressed interests of the electorate.
Republican Jean Zott
Age: 60
Occupation: Retired Controller, CPA & Small Business Owner
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 2000
Online campaign information: jeanzottformichigan.com
Education: Central Michigan University, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Major in Accounting (1985)
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Jean Zott’s mission is to bring her financial expertise to Michigan’s legisla-
tive landscape. Her professional career includes work as a CPA, corporate controller for Michigan’s largest retail produce company and a small business owner. Her commitment extends to ongoing education in tax law and regulatory compliance, aiming to bring her extensive tax and budgeting knowledge to Michigan’s governance. The current legislature lacks any CPAs in the House and Senate. Jean seeks to fill this void.
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. The salary for the position is $142,186.
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 officer 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
Municipality of residence: CITY OF WARREN
For how long: 20 YEARS SINCE 2003
Online campaign information: www. ekabacinskicommittee.wixsite.com/eddie 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. The salary for the position is $127,450.
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.
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 Macomb County that I will work tirelessly to provide efficient service to all citizens regardless of gender, race, religion, ethnic background, socioeconomic
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Kabacinski
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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
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
Municipality of residence: Harrison Township
For how long: 37 years
Online campaign information: http://www.anthonyforlini.com/
Education: Bachelor of Business Adminis-
tration, 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: 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.
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.
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
Municipality of residence: St Clair Shores For how long: 2 Years Online campaign information: www.jfudgeforjudge.com
Education: Juris Doctor
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. Online campaign information: HallForProbateJudge.com
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)
Online campaign information: www.schockforprobate.com
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.
Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 1
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 Susan Hier
Running unopposed.
Republican Don Brown (I) Running unopposed.
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Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 3
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
Ken Reid
Running unopposed.
Republican
Michael Flynn
Age: 53
Occupation: Investor
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 26 years
Online campaign information: ebook.com/electMichaelFlynn
Education: Bachelor’s Degree; Central Michigan University. Post Graduate Certificate Community Planning; Michigan State University.
Previously and currently held elected offices: Shelby Township Trustee 20082012, Shelby Township Treasurer 2012-2020, Republican Precinct Delegate 2006-Present.
Top goals: Fiscal oversight and prudent investment of taxpayer funds. Shelby and Utica deserve a commissioner that understands institutional finance. In my 8 years as Treasurer, I was directly responsible for over $100M in successful investments as well as fully funding the Fire and Police Pension System without increasing taxes. At the county, I will take my public and private sector business experience to ensure that county resources benefit our community and are distributed responsibly and fairly.
Republican
Sylvia Grot (I) Age: 52
Occupation: Macomb County Commissioner District 3
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township For how long: 22-year resident Online campaign information: sylviagrot.com
Education: High School and 3 Years of College/Trade School Culinary Arts and Catering.
Previously and currently held elected offices: Currently, Macomb County Commissioner District 3 Representing most of Shelby Township and the city of Utica.
Top goals: I kept my promise as County Commissioner, I have secured funds to repair and repave many local roads and will continue to secure more funds for roads. Brought millions in funding into the district, increased the number of crosswalks. I Will continue to oppose any new taxes or fees. I will continue to support Martha T. Berry County Home for Seniors. 100% in support of our veterans. Asking for your vote August 6, 2024. sylviagrot@gmail.com
Republican Michael Mync
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 7
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat Frank Borsellino
Age: 52
Occupation: Security protection and business owner
Municipality of residence: Years 8
For how long: Clinton Township
Education: high school diploma
Online campaign information: bankonfrank2024.com coming soon
Previously and currently held elected offices: I have not held any previously elected offices.
Top goals: My goal is to make sure all citizens are treated and represented fairly.
Democrat
Edlira Sako
Age: 44
Occupation: Teacher
Municipality of residence: Clinton Township
For how long: 12 Years
Online campaign information: www.facebook.com/VoteSako
Education: Attending: Wayne State University Masters (MA) Counseling Psychology Wayne State University, Bachelor of Arts (BA) — Dual Majors in Psychology and Political Science, with Honors. University of Tirana, Albania, Bachelor of Arts (BA)
— Political Science and Government.
Previously and currently held elected offices: I am a first time running candidate for County Commission District 7
Top goals: People’s daily lives are impacted by county level decisions. Satisfying citizens needs, facilitating effective governance, emphasis on open communication, mutual respect, and responsible spending is essential. My top three priorities are: road repairs through the County Department of Roads, investment in water and sewage infrastructure - including recreation and safe drinking water, and mental health support — as a student working on a Masters degree in counseling — I see the value in greater understanding of one another.
Shelby Township Supervisor
One candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to appear on the ballot for this four-year term in November. No Democrats filed to run for this office.
Republican Rick Stathakis (I)
Running unopposed.
Shelby Township Clerk
Four candidates are running for the Republican nomination to appear on the ballot for this four-year term in November. No Democrats filed to run for this office.
Republican Grant G. Golasa
Age: Inappropriate question. Occupation: Engineer & Entrepreneur. Municipality of residence: Shelby Township.
For how long: Over three decades. Online campaign information: www.grantgolasa.com
Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Michigan State Univeristy, Harvard Business School, and Univeristy of Detroit Mercy School of Law.
Previously and currently held elected offices: None. Top goals: I’m dedicated to transparency and empowerment of our community, it’s evident our local newspaper has deviated from its role as a vigilant sentinel. Instead, it functions as a mouthpiece for incumbents by concealing scandals and obfuscating
truths - prioritizing profits. The presence of the communications director’s spouse within its ranks complicates matters. Absentee ballots, favoring incumbents, have likely predetermined this election’s results. I will reinstate integrity and return power to the residents of Shelby Township.
Republican Stanley Grot (I)
Age: 72
Occupation: Shelby Township Clerk
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 22-year resident
Online campaign information:
Stanleygrot.com
Education: High School & 4 years of College/2 years at Macomb Community College. 2 Years at Wayne State University. Recipient of journeyman card as master mechanic & management.
Previously and currently held elected offices: Previously, Sterling Heights Councilman, Macomb County Commissioner. Currently Shelby Township Clerk.
Top goals: During my term in Shelby Township, we built two Fire Stations, a brand-new Library, and created a beautiful Senior Center for seniors. Built, brand-new court and expanded our Police station. I single-handedly brought in 2 million dollars from Lansing to reconstruct a dangerous intersection at 23 Mile & Shelby Parkway. Made major improvements to Heritage Lake & Garden. Everything paid in cash, no loans, no bonds, no borrowing. I am a common-sense conservative Republican.
Republican Jon P. Robinson
Age: 44
Occupation: Business Owner
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 34 years
Online campaign information:
www.robinson4clerk.com
Education: Northwood University - Business
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Jon’s primary goals for the Shelby Township Clerk’s office are to restore integrity, eliminate corruption, and ensure the security of our local elections. Additionally, modernizing township services to serve the community efficiently and provide better accessibility for residents is a top priority. By focusing on true transparency and actual
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accountability, Jon aims to build a more trustworthy and effective local government that meets the needs of the community and upholds our Township values.
Republican
Pamela A. Ulrich
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Shelby Township Treasurer
One candidate is running unopposed for the Democratic nomination and two candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat Darcy Lewis
Running unopposed.
Republican
James Carabelli (I)
Age: 59
Occupation: Treasurer Shelby Township
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: Life long
Online campaign information: facebook. com/commissionercarabelli
Education: Graduated Eisenhower high school, veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Studies at Macomb community college and Baker College. Previously and currently held elected offices: Shelby Township Trustee 2000-2008. Macomb County Commissioners 20082020.
Republican precinct delegate over 25 years. Shelby Township Treasurer four years.
Top goals: Roads!
We must pressure officials at all levels to invest tax dollars wisely in improving and maintaining roads. Our current system is unsustainable. If re-elected, I propose a new cost-sharing program with the County for crack filling and sealing to extend the life of our roads by 10+ years. This approach will maximize the effectiveness of our tax dollars and ensure the longevity of our infrastructure.
Republican Gary G. Golasa
Age: 71
Occupation: Dentist
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 32 years
Online campaign information: No answer
given.
Education: BS University of Michigan, graduate studies
Michigan State University, DDS University of Detroit School of Dentistry
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: My primary goal is to create a working environment in the treasurer’s office free from intimidation. Experience has taught a pleasant mature working environment is more productive. Let’s face it, the employees do the work. A smooth-running department is then left free to exercise it’s opinions in creating a more creative work place that can initiate and implement labor saving techniques for the benefit of the staff, the Township, and ultimately the taxpayer.
Shelby Township Board of Trustees
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat to appear on the November ballot and seven Republicans are running for four nominations to appear on the November ballot to compete for four four-year terms.
Democrat James Diez
Running unopposed.
Republican Lisa Casali (I) Age: 60
Occupation: Shelby Township Trustee
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township For how long: 36 years
Online campaign information: lisacasalitrustee.com
Education: B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Previously and currently held elected offices: Shelby Township Trustee since 2019
Top goals: I will serve with a vision to make Shelby Township a better place to live by ensuring fiscal responsibility through effective budget management, supporting our police, fire and emergency services and continuing to enhance the quality of life for our residents. I will continue to focus on pedestrian safety throughout the township by adding to the 4.5 miles of sidewalk that have been installed since I came into office in 2019.
Republican Kristi Dean
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Republican Lucia DiCicco (I)
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Republican John M. Snider
Age: 57
Occupation: Owner of Harrison Tree and Lawn Care. 27 years.
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township.
For how long: 21 years
Online campaign information: No answer given.
Education: Graduate of Michigan State University. Previously and currently held elected offices: None.
Top goals:
More parks and open space. Support the library.
Support police/fire, first responders. Balanced zoning to preserve property values. Support tax cuts to offset increased assessment values.
Republican John Vermeulen (I)
Age: No answer given.
Occupation: Semi retires Investor/ Shelby
Township Trustee
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: Over 27 years
Online campaign information: votevermeulen.com
Education: M.B.A ( Accounting & Finance)
University of Detroit
B.A Michigan State University
Previously and currently held elected offices: I have served the residents of Shelby as their Trustee for almost 8 years.
Top goals: My goals include keeping Shelby Township as the best Macomb Community in which to live through proper development and maimtaining low tax rates while providing 1st class Police, Fire and EMS services.
Providind excellent recreational facilities ie Pickleball, Bike trails etc
Republican Paul Viar
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Republican Vince Viviano (I)
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
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C & G Newspapers staffers win 23 journalism awards
METRO DETROIT — The 12 C & G Newspapers staffers who were recognized in the Michigan Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest and the Society of Professional Journalists-Detroit Chapter’s Excellence in Journalism awards walked away with a total of 23 honors.
Both awards are held annually, and the winners were recently acknowledged for their work in 2023.
Maria Allard, a staff writer for the Warren Weekly and the Eastsider, won first place in the news enterprise reporting category of the Better Newspaper Contest for “Warren resident, World War II vet becomes centenarian.” Allard took third place and honorable mention, respectively, in the feature story category for “Warren couple embodies everlasting love” and “Student acts after bus incident, brings classmates to safety.”
“I love being a writer, and it’s nice to be included alongside my colleagues,” Allard said.
Mary Beth Almond, staff writer for the Rochester Post, was recognized in the breaking/spot news category in both the Better Newspaper Contest and the Excellence in
Journalism awards, taking second and third place, respectively, for “Oakland Township woman arraigned on charges in fatal hit-andrun crash.” She also took third place in government/news reporting of the Better Newspaper Contest for “Rochester skates forward with plans for outdoor skate park.”
“The journalists at C & G Newspapers work tirelessly to provide essential coverage of important community news and I’m extremely proud to be a part of that,” Almond said.
Page designer Jason Clancy was awarded first and second place by the SPJ for his page one designs. First place went to the July 26 edition of St. Clair Shores Sentinel, while second place went to the Feb. 22 edition of the Royal Oak Review.
“I enjoy coming up with creative designs that help entice readers to pick up our papers,” Clancy said.
Gena Johnson, a staff writer for the Warren Weekly, took first place in the MPA’s government/education news category for “Michigan Supreme Court won’t hear term limits case involving Warren mayor.”
“Working as a reporter at C & G Newspapers has been a joy having my fingers on
the pulse of community journalism,” Johnson said.
Andy Kozlowski, staff writer for the Madison-Park News, won two Excellence in Journalism awards. The first award was first place in the consumer/watchdog category for “Ex-contractor sentenced in Madison schools bribery case,” and the other award was first place in the explanatory story category for “Wild Wings continues mission to rescue birds in need.” The judges said, “Love this story. It gives good and vital information on how to handle baby birds that have fallen from their nest.”
“The stories couldn’t be more different: One was a public corruption case I investigated, and the other was about helping baby birds,” Kozlowski said. “But I believe each has an impact. That’s the best part of journalism.”
Charity Meier, staff writer for the Novi Note, earned honorable mention in the feature story category for “An extraordinary ‘ordinary’ life” in the Better Newspaper Contest.
“I am pleased to have been able to share the knowledge, insight and humor of Wilbur Bigelow,” Meier said. “He turned 101 recently and is someone we can all learn from.”
For the full version of this article containing links to the winning entries, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com.
away with six awards between the two organizations. She won two first-place awards in the Better Newspaper Contest: one for her spot news story, “Friends, family remember Arielle Anderson and Brian Fraser,” and a public service award for “Kroger agrees to new fence, window displays for Village store.” Moran also received second place in both the Better Newspaper Contest and Excellence in Journalism awards for the local and community news story, “Grosse Pointe Shores considering breed ban after violent dog attack.” She took third- and fourth-place honors, respectively, in the Better Newspaper Contest and the Excellence in Journalism awards for “Fire guts nearly 100-year-old home in Grosse Pointe City.”
See AWARDS on page 30A
K. Michelle Moran, staff writer for the Grosse Pointe Times, walked
Stahls Automotive Collection holds Autos for Autism fundraiser July 20
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP — Stahls Automotive Collection will hold its sixth annual Autos for Autism charity fundraiser on July 20.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Ted Lindsay Foundation, whose mission is to support research and educational programs focusing on the cause and management of autism spectrum disorder.
From its inception in 2001, the foundation has raised more than $5 million to support autism research and educational programs. Lindsay, who died in 2019, was a hockey legend who played in the National Hockey League for 17 years with the Detroit Red Wings and the Chicago Black Hawks.
“Autos for Autism celebrates the legacy of automobiles while raising awareness and funds for the Ted Lindsay Foundation,” Terri Coppens, general manager of Stahls Automotive Collection, said in a prepared statement. “We are driving towards a future where every individual on the autism spectrum has the support they need to thrive.”
The fundraiser will have two different ticket options.
There is a $40 VIP admission that allows early entry into the museum at 10:30 a.m. and provides access to a special meet-and-greet and interview sessions with “Chasing Classic Cars” host Wayne Carini, dragstrip racer Al Bergler and car show legend Bob Larivee Sr.
Those with $40 VIP tickets also can meet Detroit Red Wings’ organist Lance Luce, and Red Wings alumni Nick Libett, Kevin Miller and John Blum, and will receive a photo standing next to a faux Stanley Cup. There will be a chance for pictures taken inside the Flintstone car and a single-seat Dallara racing car. VIP ticket holders will also be able to watch a live podcast interview hosted by Carini with Bergler, Larivee and two local sprint car racers.
File photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Stahls Automotive Collection will hold its sixth annual Autos for Autism charity fundraiser July 20 to benefit the Ted Lindsay Foundation. See STAHLS on page 30A
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The $25 general admission ticket will provide access to the museum and photo opportunities with the Dallara car and faux Stanley Cup. General entry will begin at 12:30 p.m.
And there are other events planned. Classic car owners are invited to participate in a car show from noon to 4 p.m. in the
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“It’s always a tremendous honor to be recognized by your colleagues,” Moran said.
Alyssa Ochss, staff writer for the St. Clair Shores Sentinel, took home second place in the feature reporting category of the Excellence in Journalism awards for the story “Making the paranormal more normal.”
Kathryn Pentiuk, staff writer for the Southfield Sun, won second-place honors in the Excellence in Journalism awards for environmental reporting in her story, “‘Forever chemicals’ found in Rouge, Huron River fish.”
Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak won first- and third- place honors, respectively, in the sports reporting category of the Excellence in Journalism awards for “Girls flag football league introduced in Michigan” and “Fernsler’s ‘poised’ performance leads Novi to first state title.”
Excellence in Journalism first-place awards were shared by Clancy and photographers Patricia O’Blenes and Erin Sanchez for a feature page design about local graduates in the June 21 edition of the Eastsider
The Michigan Press Association was founded in 1868 and promotes the power of print and the public’s right to know.
parking lot adjacent to the museum. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, and attendees will have the opportunity to explore Stahls. The museum is a nonprofit organization that preserves, restores and exhibits vintage vehicles, music machines and memorabilia of the 20th century.
For tickets to the fundraiser, visit stahlsauto.com. Stahls Automotive Collection is located at 56516 N. Bay Drive.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
The Society of Professional Journalists is the nation’s oldest organization representing journalists in the United States. Established on April 17, 1909, at DePauw University, the organization was formerly known as Sigma Delta Chi before adopting its current name. The organization is dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and promoting high standards of ethical behavior.
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JUDITH COOK
Judith (Judy) Cook, of Shelby Township, Michigan; passed away on July 3, 2024, at the age of 81. Wife of Douglas W. Cook; mother of George (Pam) Hromco and Karen Hromco (Chris Moceri); stepmother to Dan Cook; grandmother to Courtney Hromco, and Eric and Grant Moceri. Survived by her siblings Janice (Walter, deceased) Niemczura, Floyd or “Butch” (Judy, deceased) Frankford, June (Tom) Wolanzyk, Robert (Marilyn) Frankford, Jim Frankford, Mike (Cindy) Frankford, and Paul or “PD” (Linda) Frankford. Preceded in death by her siblings Tom Frankford, Jean (Frank) Hunsberger and parents Floyd and Mary Frankford. Judy is also survived by dozens of nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family members. Judy moved from Ohio to southeastern Michigan in 1964 with her frst husband, George, who passed away in 1980. With their children, George and Karen, she settled in Shelby Township and later remarried Douglas Cook. During her more active years, Judy loved to bicycle ride around Stoney Creek Metropark and take long walks in the River Bend woods backing up to her house. She was an avid bowler and made lifelong friends with many of her teammates, ofen meeting them for monthly lunches long afer her bowling days were done. She always found time to support others by cooking meals for fellow Peace Lutheran Church members in need. Still, one of her greatest joys was having Friday cocktail hour with her former neighbors and beloved friends, Mike and Diane Sills. In later years, Judy enjoyed watching the deer, rabbits, groundhogs and array of animals that visited her back yard. She was incredibly gracious, friendly and loyal, and loved being with and celebrating her family. Cremation services have taken place and a memorial/cemetery service was held for Judy at the Utica Cemetery on July 10 at 12:00 pm, pastor David Klemm ofciating. In lieu of fowers, memorial donations may be made to Te Humane Society of Rochester Michigan. Please consider leaving a memory or condolence on Judy’s online guestbook at www.wintfuneralhome.com.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
JULY 21
Easy Rodders: Charity car show, swap meet and craft show, portion of proceeds benefit Bound Together and Vets Returning Home, 9 a.m.-3
p.m. (awards at 2:30 p.m.), Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, packardprovinggrounds.org
JULY 27
Classic car show: Also DJ, 50-50, food and refreshments, and voting for favorite vehicle, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby Senior Living, 4200 W. Utica Road in Shelby Township, rain date July 28, RSVP to (586) 739-5520, facebook.com/villasofshelby
JULY 28
La Feria Mexican festival: Food trucks, 100-plus vendors and music, noon-6 p.m., Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, packardprovinggrounds.org
JULY 31
SCAMS presentation: Stopping Crimes Against Michigan Seniors, 7-8 p.m., Lakeside Assembly of God, 46155 Schoenherr Road in Shelby Township, (586) 469-5642
AUG. 3
Veterans/community picnic: Food, car show, vendors, fire tuck and defense vehicles, bounce house, 50-50 and raffles, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., American Legion Post #351, 46146 Cas Ave. in Utica, (586) 731-9833
AUG. 4
Chic & Unique Vintage Market: Featuring 100-plus small businesses, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, packardprovinggrounds.org
ONGOING Farmers market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays until Oct. 19, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, www. shelbyfarmersmarket.org
Splash pad: Open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily until Sept. 2 (toddler time 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays), for Shelby Township and Utica residents, Chief Gene Shepherd Park, 2452 23 Mile Road in Shelby
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Township, (586) 731-0300, shelbyprm@shelbytwp.org, shelbytwp.org/ our-township/summer
Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. July 24 (Magic Bus, Woodstock-era), July 31 (American Ages, classic and new rock) and Aug. 7 (The Oneders, one-hit wonders), also watch “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” at 8:30 p.m. July 31, River Bends Park, 5700 22 Mile Road in Shelby Township, shelbytwp.org/our-township/summer
Weekend Unwind: Free concert series runs 7-10 p.m. July 19 (The Mixx), July 26 (DC Marx), Aug. 2 (Stumbling Mice), Aug. 9 (Nina Sofia and Thrown Out Bones), Aug. 16 (Classic Maniacs), Aug. 23 (American Ages Band), Aug. 30 (The Geri’s) and Sept. 6 (Detroit Social Club Band), Memorial Park next to Utica Public Library, 7530 Auburn Road, fireworks can be seen from nearby Jimmy John’s Field, cityofutica.org
Widowed Friends events: Breakfasts at 10:30 a.m. every third Tuesday of month, Pancake Factory, 13693 23 Mile Road in Shelby Township, RSVP to Ellen at (586) 489-2569
• Cards, games and friendship, 1-3:45 p.m. every fourth Friday of month, bring snack to share and own beverage, St. Therese of Lisieux, 48115 Schoenherr Road in Shelby Township, RSVP to Victoria at (586) 566-7936
• Golf at 9:28 a.m. every Monday, Stony Creek Metropark Golf Course, 5140 Main Parkway in Shelby Township, RSVP to Ted at (248) 4254879
United Shore Professional Baseball League: Select Thursdays-Sundays until Sept. 7, Jimmy John’s Field, 7171 Auburn Road in Utica, uspbl.com
Shelby Writers’ Group: Meets 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Shelby Township Library, 52610 Van Dyke Ave., (586) 739-7414
Monthly book clubs: Evening Book Club (meets 6:30 p.m. every second Tuesday), Mystery Book Club (10:30 a.m. every second Saturday) and Afternoon Book Club (1 p.m. every third Thursday), Shelby Township Library, 52610 Van Dyke Ave., shelbytwp.org/government/ departments/library
• Not Your Parents’ Book Club, 7
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 stolen a black purse containing personal items 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 pursuit ensued and ended when the suspect, an 18-year-old man, stopped on Violet Street and fled on foot. The suspect reportedly ran through a couple of nearby properties and caused damage before he surrendered.
The man was handcuffed and patted down before being secured in a scout car without incident. The passenger, a 21-year-old man, stayed in the vehicle and was ordered out, patted down and taken into custody without incident. The driver admitted to stealing the vehicle out of Port Huron but did not say anything else. The passenger was released from custody at the St. Clair Shores Police Department pending investigation, and the driver was transported to the Macomb County Jail for lodging.
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