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MADISON HEIGHTS — It was the penultimate day of a journey spanning nearly 1,800 miles, walking on foot from Florida to Michigan, but U.S. Army veteran Jack Huffman didn’t seem tired at all.

Instead, the Center Line man was energized by the many people who came out to support him as he raised awareness for the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund.

“Veterans gave us the ability to chase our dreams. This is a chance to pay that back to them,” Huffman said. “They made the ultimate sacrifice so that we can pursue what makes us happy.”

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HAZEL PARK — An ice-skating rink that Hazel Park officials say has long been a strain on the city’s finances has been sold to a private business.

Viking Ice Arena, located at 1555 E. Woodward Heights Blvd., was first opened by the city of Hazel Park in 1999. Several months ago, Black Bear — an ice arena operator that owns or manages 36 facilities across the U.S. — made an offer on the place.

The first offer was rejected, but a followup offer of $2.9 million was unanimously approved by both the Hazel Park City Council and the General Building Authority. The authority is a separate entity created by the city to hold property, and to finance acquisitions and improvements. The sale closed June 26.

Andy LeCureaux, a member of the Hazel Park City Council, said that the city had spent many years searching for a buyer.

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Jack Huffman, of Center Line, visited Madison Heights July 12 on his journey from Sarasota, Fla., to Rochester Hills. The Army veteran walked on foot to raise awareness for the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund.

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Surrounded by his family, Oakland County Commissioner Gary McGillivray holds up a plaque renaming Twelve-Sherry Park “McGillivray Park” during a dedication ceremony July 17.

Twelve-Sherry Park renamed in honor of Gary McGillivray MADISON HEIGHTS — A park in Madison Heights has a new namesake, paying tribute to a resident with a long history of service.

Twelve-Sherry Park, on 12 Mile Road between Campbell and Stephenson roads, will now be known as McGillivray Park, in honor of Oakland County Commissioner Gary McGillivray, D-

District 3. The change was made official at a ceremony July 17.

McGillivray has served Madison Heights as its county commissioner since 2009, but prior to that he served on the Madison Heights City Council from 1983 to 1998, and again from 2001 to 2008.

He also briefly served as mayor between those two stretches, from 1998 to 1999.

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OAKLAND COUNTY — Bloomfield Hills resident Pecky D. Lewis Jr., who died at his home July 10 at the age of 94, left his mark on Oakland County through his long service on the county’s Parks and Recreation Commission, as a longtime business owner and as the mayor of Royal Oak in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Lewis was a parks commissioner from 1982 to 2015. In 1992, he became the chairperson of the commission. He held this position until 2013, making him the longest-serving chairperson of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission.

Sue Wells, retired manager of parks and recreation, worked with Lewis the entire time he was a parks commissioner. Wells said that Pecky D. Lewis Jr. at the time, Oakland County Parks and Recreation was very facility-driven with waterparks, golf courses and playgrounds.

“He helped guide the wave for the facilities, the programs and the best practices that we had,” Wells said.

Several parks were developed under his leadership including Catalpa Oaks, Highland Oaks, Lyon Oaks and Rose Oaks county parks.

Among the facilities that opened while he was on the commission were Red Oaks Waterpark, Michigan’s first refrigerated toboggan run, a golf course, greenhouses, three nature centers, three dog parks and renovations to campgrounds.

Wells described Lewis as “humble,” “thorough” and “thoughtful” in his work.

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ment by press time. In a statement from the county, he said he’s honored to receive recognition from the city.

“Parks and staying involved in the city of Madison Heights are a passion of mine, and I am humbled that McGillivray Park will serve as a place for everyone to enjoy the outdoors,” he stated.

The park itself features a baseball diamond, basketball court, tennis court, playground, ice rink and other features.

Sean Fleming, a member of the Madison Heights City Council, said he was moved seeing McGillivray honored at the ceremony.

“It was just heartwarming to see. It almost brought a tear to my eye,” Fleming said. “It was just overwhelming to see him there with his family in the moment, being presented not just by us at the city, but also by the county. Gary is an icon in the community. He just cares so much about Madison Heights.”

Roslyn Grafstein, the mayor of Madison Heights, said in her speech that she was pleased to see the city honor yet another person committed to public service.

“Gary has dedicated his life to civic engagement and served Madison Heights well, initially as a councilman and mayor, and now as our county commissioner,” Grafstein said, according to a copy of her speech.

“Throughout his terms, Gary has been steadfast in what he believes is best for the city as a whole, with a special affection for parks and recreation activities.”

McGillivray currently chairs the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission. He also served on the Madison Heights Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee for 25 years. In addition, he previously served as a board member for Madison Heights Little League Baseball, and as chair of the Madison Heights Planning Commission.

In his current role as county commissioner for District 3, he represents Madison Heights and Hazel Park, as well as a portion of Troy. He worked for 29 years in the circu-

lation department at the Daily Tribune and Macomb Daily, and studied law enforcement at Oakland Community College.

He is married to Diane, his wife of more than 35 years. They have two children: Andy and Amy. Melissa Marsh, the city manager of Madison Heights, said that the city first considered naming Ambassador Park after McGillivray. The city and county have a lease agreement there.

However, “the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has a policy on park naming that they didn’t want to violate,” Marsh said via email. “As you can imagine, the county gets tons of requests to rename parks. Since Gary is also the chairman of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, it was easier for all to name a park that the city completely controls.”

Mark Bliss, the mayor pro tem of Madison Heights, is on the naming subcommittee at the city’s Historical Commission, tasked with renaming facilities after residents, such as the youth room at the Madison Heights Public Library, named after the late Robert Corbett, and the pavilion at Monroe Park, named after the late Robert Gettings. Both served on the City Council prior to their passing.

Bliss credits McGillivray with saving the Red Oaks Nature Center at Suarez Friendship Woods, brokering a deal between the city and county when the park was in peril of closing during the worst of the recession of the early 2010s. More recently, McGillivray also spearheaded ongoing investments by the county into Ambassador Park.

“We only have so many parks, so there is a very big threshold to name one after somebody. But if Gary McGillivray doesn’t qualify for that, nobody ever will,” Bliss said.

“I am profoundly in awe of all the time and effort he has invested into our city as a volunteer, as a councilman, as a mayor and as a county commissioner. So part of this is to honor his contributions to the community, absolutely. But hopefully it also inspires a little boy or girl to give back to the community in the same way that Gary has all these years. We have all benefited from his decades of service.”

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GOLF OUTING

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Recreation Department is partnering with the Community Coalition to co-host the City-Wide Golf Outing from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 4, at a location to be determined.

The cost is $130, with proceeds split between the two organizations.

The outing includes a four-person scramble with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start, light breakfast, snacks and a banquet lunch after 18 holes of golf.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available, such as business hole sponsorships for $100.

For more information, including the location closer to the date, call the Department of Public Services at (248) 589-2294. The link to sign up is bit.ly/ MHGolfOuting2023.

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MADISON HEIGHTS — The Red Oaks Waterpark, 1455 E. 13 Mile Road in Madison Heights, is open daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through late August, with hours through Labor Day to be determined based on staffing levels.

Attractions include the Terrific Tides Wave Pool, the Triple-Flume Waterslide, the River Ride and SplashTown, which is a large splash pad with features for all ages.

Tickets can be purchased online up to three days in advance at oakgov.com/community/oakland-county-parks/ recreation/aquatics.

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HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park District Library, located at 123 E. Nine Mile Road, will host a party themed around Harry Potter on Saturday, Aug. 5.

There will be crafts, chemistry experiments, “the Sorting Hat,” wand making, chocolate frogs, Bertie Botts beans, nonalcoholic Butter Beer, photos and more. Attendees are also asked to bring new socks to donate to represent Dobby.

For more information, including the start time, call the library at (248) 546-4095.

MADISON HEIGHTS — An evening yoga program will be held outside at Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Road in Madison Heights, from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 16.

Participants will meditate, reconnect with nature, practice breath work and improve overall well-being against the backdrop of the park and setting sun during the Wednesday sessions.

All levels are welcome, and participants are encouraged to bring their own mat. Suitable for ages 10 and older, the cost is $15 for residents and $16 for nonresidents, with enrollment information available online at bit.ly/ SunsetYoga2023.

Learn about Michigan MADISON HEIGHTS — The Red Oaks Nature Center at Suarez Friendship Woods, located at 30300 Hales St., will host an event called “Smitten with the Mitten” from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 29.

The program will discuss what makes Michigan unique, with history lessons, trivia and more. There will also be a snack and decorative craft.

The cost is $5 per person. Registration in advance with payment is required by calling (248) 858-0916 on weekdays.

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HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, retail fraud occurred at the Kroger store in the 23100 block of John R Road at 11:38 a.m. July 15.

A 40-year-old Detroit man was accused of stealing body wash and skin care products, a Keurig coffee maker and a backpack, loading everything into the backpack and then attempting to leave without paying.

He was arrested by responding officers.

The investigation was ongoing.

Electronics stolen

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a 48-year-old Detroit man was arrested after allegedly stealing a tablet, a phone and some coins from a home in the 23300 block of Hazelwood Ave. on the morning of July 15.

The homeowner, a 49-year-old Hazel Park man, had allowed the suspect to stay the night. The suspect allegedly left with the

items the next day.

Police were investigating.

Illegal use of credit card

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, an unknown suspect used another person’s credit card to withdraw money from an ATM at the CVS on West Nine Mile Road east of Interstate 75 at 3 p.m.

July 14.

The card belongs to a 28-year-old Wyandotte woman.

The investigation was ongoing.

Beer, toy car taken from store

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a 33-year-old homeless man allegedly stole two cans of Budweiser beer and a toy model car from the CVS on West Nine Mile Road.

The theft occurred around 5:30 a.m. on July 11. The suspect was arrested. Police were investigating.

If you know more about these crimes or others, call Hazel Park Police at (248) 5426161.

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“He was dedicated and loved what he did,” Wells said.

“He was very passionate about the park system and about making Oakland County parks a better place for the people of Oakland County.”

David VanderVeen, vice chairperson of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, worked with Lewis for about 17 years.

Lewis was with the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission during a time of expansion, and VanderVeen said he thought Lewis was the “right person at the right time.”

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MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, someone stole a package from the front of a building in the 32000 block of Concord Drive, sometime after 1:15 p.m. and before the end of the night July 8.

The victim is a 31-year-old Ferndale resident. An investigation was ongoing.

Items taken from vehicle

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, someone entered an unlocked vehicle while it was parked in the 300 block of Brockton Avenue, sometime between 9 p.m. July 11 and 8 a.m. July 12.

The suspect stole personal items belonging to a 21-year-old Madison Heights

sion and growth, and the efforts that he brought to Oakland County Parks and Recreation will be enjoyed continually for generations to come,” VanderVeen said.

VanderVeen said Lewis was a very patient man, which contributed to his effectiveness as a leader.

“He was a very considerate person,” VanderVeen said.

“He weighed all opinions and encouraged everybody to participate, which are traits of a good leader.”

In 2015, Lewis was inducted into the Michigan Recreation and Park Association Hall of Fame.

In addition to his work with parks and recreation, Lewis served as president of Liberty Special Tool Co. for more than 50 years — which was founded in Hazel Park in 1953 and later had facilities in Royal Oak and Bad Axe, according to his obituary — and he served as mayor of Royal Oak from 1975 to 1981. He was a longtime member of the Royal Oak

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An investigation was ongoing.

Business threatened

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, a business in the 32000 block of Concord Drive received a threat of violence at about 3:30 p.m. on July 15.

Management reportedly notified Troy police, who in turn notified the Madison Heights Police Department. Officers responded to the business, speaking with management, who decided to close for the day.

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Royal Oak City Commissioner Patricia Paruch worked with Lewis while he was mayor. She said they were facing a tough time economically during his term, partly because property tax revenue was not keeping up with inflation.

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Paruch said Lewis approached city government like a business, which she said was an appropriate approach at the time.

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“I don’t believe that a city entity necessarily has the expertise to manage a facility like this,” LeCureaux said. “We had been looking to sell this for a long time because of the bond payments, but we could never get enough of a sale price to cover what we owed on the bonds. So this will be a great financial help to us, and to the budget. It will take considerable strain off that.”

Hazel Park City Manager Ed Klobucher described how the arena had been costly to the city.

“The ice arena has always been a financial drain on the city of Hazel Park,” he said via email. “The city has always had to subsidize the arena — sometimes over a half of a million dollars a year. In addition to the ongoing costs, there are possibly several million dollars of deferred maintenance costs for repairs that will need to be incurred in the next several years. Had the arena not been sold, those costs would have been borne by the Hazel Park taxpayers.”

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“This sale represents the best of both worlds for the city of Hazel Park,” Klobucher continued. “Black Bear will continue to utilize the building as an ice arena, but now it will be privately owned and on the city’s tax rolls. Black Bear also agreed to give all city employees an opportunity for continued employment, and they promised to work with our recreation department to ensure Hazel Park residents continue to have access to the arena.”

Viking Ice Arena features two ice sheets, a gym and a concessions area. It is home to the Little Caesars Hockey Club, International Stars Youth Hockey, and various high school clubs. All existing programming will continue as planned, and all employees will be retained at the rink.

Black Bear itself is the largest owner-operator of ice rinks in the U.S. It was founded

by CEO Murry Gunty in 2015.

“We are excited to announce Black Bear’s continued expansion in Detroit,” Gunty said in a statement. “The city of Hazel Park was fantastic to work with on this deal, and we are looking forward to expanding operations and programming so the rink continues to serve as an important resource

for the community.”

LeCureaux said he anticipates great things from the arrangement with Black Bear.

“Community programming is what they do. They know how to manage the sites, the business,” LeCureaux said. “The city no longer has to cover the payments, the arena is now on the tax rolls, and the organization operating it will probably have more program offerings than we did, since our Recreation Department was already so busy with other things. Really, this is a win-win for everyone.”

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METRO DETROIT — Michigan is well on its way to becoming the fifth state in the nation to provide free breakfast and lunch to all public school students this school year.

Michigan’s House and Senate have approved the state’s fiscal year 2024 budget, which includes the allocation of $160 million to provide students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade with a free daily school breakfast and lunch for the 2023-24 school year.

The program will take immediate effect once the budget is signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Some states have either implemented universal free meals or are considering it following last June’s expiration of the U.S. Department of Agriculture waivers that allowed schools across the nation to offer free meals to students during the height of the pandemic.

Michigan’s new universal free meal program is only budgeted for this year, so to keep it going, state lawmakers would have to provide additional funding.

The Michigan initiative, called “Healthy School Meals for All,” aims to address food insecurity and improve student concentration and performance, state officials said.

“This is something we have wanted to see for the kids of Michigan for years,” said Diane Golzynski, the deputy superintendent for finance and operations for the Michigan Department of Education, which will oversee the program. “It’s going to be a huge win for kids all over the state to be able to go to school and know that there will be meals there if they want to eat them.”

Schools will have to opt in if they want to participate.

“The important message for families is, as long as your school opts in, then you will be able to have free breakfast and lunch at school,” Golzynski added.

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School resource officer joins Lamphere Schools

BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

MADISON HEIGHTS — An armed school resource officer will provide an extra level of security at the Lamphere Schools, starting this month.

The Madison Heights City Council approved the written agreement between the city and the Lamphere Schools district at the council meeting June 26. The city began budgeting for it last year.

The person selected for the position is officer Tim Hirst, of the Madison Heights Police Department. Corey Haines, the former police chief, worked on the program prior to retiring from the department, and said that Hirst is especially well-suited for the role.

“Officer Hirst has been our youth officer for over 10 years, and has already built relationships with school leaders and students alike,” Haines said via email, noting that Hirst has been with the Madison Heights Police Department for nearly 22 years. “The school resource officer will be working directly with the Lamphere school district and their administration.”

Rodney Thomas, the principal at Lamphere High, said Hirst knows the district well.

“There’s already an established relationship and mutual respect,” Thomas said in an email. “Having a dedicated school resource officer like Officer Hirst onsite will enhance communication, prevent potential incidents, and contribute to the overall well-being and academic success of our students.

“In addition, an SRO like Officer Hirst can play a pivotal role in not only providing another layer of security, but also establishing a positive relationship between law enforcement and our students,” he said. “We’re elated that he will be joining our district!”

Hirst was training at press time and could not return requests for comment.

Haines said that the school resource officer will make appearances at each building in the district at different times on an as-needed basis. Hirst will also attend events before and after normal school hours, as requested. He will be armed while performing his duties.

In addition to providing security services, the school resource officer will also evaluate each building’s safety protocols and assist with planning emergency operations. This

will include drills for fires and tornadoes, as well as active shooter training and more.

As part of the arrangement, the Lamphere Schools will pay 60% of the total cost of the officer, while the city covers the other 40%.

“This position comes with many advantages for both the school district and the city, and we believe that this is a fair split of the cost of the officer,” Haines said.

The former chief noted that the Madison District Public Schools has also applied for grants through the Michigan State Police and other sources, which will fund a similar school resource officer, once obtained.

“The dialogue with the Lamphere school district has been amazing,” Haines said. “We have spoken about the possibility of an officer in the schools for a few years, and both districts have been completely on board. The administrations in both districts have been amazing to work with and have been extremely supportive in adding these new positions.”

Haines said that the MHPD has long been involved with both school districts, with regular walk-throughs of each building, safety training for school staff, and other programs like the Safe Stops program for student drivers, showing them how to properly respond to officers during traffic stops.

David Soltis, a member of the Madison Heights City Council, said he appreciates the addition of a school resource officer, but he feels there’s a deeper conversation to be had.

“Am I against a resource officer? Of course not. Is it beneficial to have an officer on location? Of course it is. As a teacher, I’ve seen them throughout numerous districts, but mostly high schools. But I’m very concerned that we will become complacent and not address what really needs to be addressed here, the 800-pound gorilla in the room, which is figuring out the issues back at home that lead to many of these violent acts (by student shooters),” Soltis said.

Roslyn Grafstein, the mayor of Madison Heights, said the school resource officer is a great example of how police are integrating themselves in the community.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council for the City of Madison Heights will hold a public hearing in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Building at 300 W. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan 48071 on Monday, August 14th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. to consider the following request: (A) Case # PEE 23-01 – Alley Vacation: 601 W. 12 Mile Road, 611 W. 12 Mile Road, and 28767 Dartmouth Street.

REQUEST: The petitioner, Brian Najor, requests that the City of Madison Heights vacate an existing 20-foot-wide improved alley adjacent to 601 W. 12 Mile Road, 611 W. 12 Mile Road, and 28767 Dartmouth Street (respectively TM#s 44-25-14-202-003; 44-25-14-202-030; and 44-25-14-202-004).

The applications and any supporting documents can be viewed during regular business hours at the Community & Economic Development Department. In addition, the agenda items can be viewed online at www.madison-heights.org in the Agenda Center after 4:00 p.m. on the Friday before the meeting.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can send your comments via email to: MattLonnerstater@madison-heights.org and your comment will be read into the record at the meeting. Written comments may also be mailed prior to the meeting to 300 West Thirteen Mile Road, Madison Heights, Michigan, 48071. All comments will be heard at the meeting.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Special Meeting of the Madison Heights Zoning Board of Appeals will be held in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Building at 300 W. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan 48071 on Thursday, August 17th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. to consider the following requests: (A) Case # PZBA 23-10: 29022 Stephenson Highway REQUEST: The petitioner, Todd Gesund – BMW Kar Wash d/b/a Jax Kar Wash, requests four (4) variances from Section 10.326(8) of the Zoning Ordinance, use-specific standards for auto wash uses, pertaining to hours of operation, auto wash building setbacks, fencing, and outdoor vacuuming stations. The subject property is located at 29022 Stephenson Highway (tax parcels # 44-25-11-377-015; 44-25-11-377-016; and 44-25-11377-019), zoned B-3, General Business.

The applications and any supporting documents can be viewed during regular business hours at the Community & Economic Development Department. In addition, the agenda items can be viewed online at www.madison-heights.org in the Agenda Center after 4:00 p.m. on the Friday before the meeting.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can send your comments via email to: MattLonnerstater@madison-heights.org and your comment will be read into the record at the meeting. Written comments may also be mailed prior to the meeting to 300 West Thirteen Mile Road, Madison Heights, Michigan, 48071. All comments will be heard at the meeting.

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METRO DETROIT — If you’ve ever ventured over to Eddie’s Drive-In, you may have spotted Bill Shuster and his 1969 Chevrolet Corvair Monza.

On occasion, the Grosse Pointe Park resident takes the vintage vehicle to the popular Harrison Township eatery, where diners are served by carhops on roller skates.

Cortez silver in color, the Corvair is always a conversation piece. Sometimes Shuster comes across people whose parents or relatives once owned a Corvair. Other times, he’ll meet someone unfamiliar with the car, but intrigued.

The convertible has been in the family since 1970. The evening his father, Stuart Shuster, brought it home for the first time is forever etched in Shuster’s memory. It was Stuart Shuster’s 31st birthday, and Shuster remembers his dad coming home from work later than usual on that snowy, January evening.

“My father was a designer at General Motors,” Shuster said. “His studio developed the Firebird insignias. He was a really good designer, really talented.”

As Shuster waited for his dad, he heard a “sort of sputtering rumble” echoing through the Birmingham neighborhood where the family resided. Looking outside, Shuster saw tail lights in the winter air. He didn’t think much of it until the

Corvair pulled into the driveway.

Once his dad was inside the house, the reveal of the new family car came as a surprise. While looking at it, Shuster felt the Corvair had “an aura.” It was his dad’s prized possession.

“Nobody drove this car except my father,” Shuster said.

Although the car was in great shape, Stuart Shuster insisted on tinkering with it over the next few months with his oldest son helping him at the age of 5. Shuster also has a younger sister and brother.

“I was out in the garage every weekend,” he said. “A lot of that was holding the flashlight.”

The Shusters owned other cars over the years, but the Corvair always stood out.

“Everyone knew this car,” Shuster said. “My dad drove it daily and he would take it to car shows.”

As a passenger in the Corvair, watching drag races was a childhood pastime.

“When I was very young, there were a lot of drive-in restaurants along Woodward (Avenue) we would go to,” Shuster said. “That’s where all the hot rods met to set up races. You’d see Super Bees, Jaguars and Corvettes.”

Mustangs, Challengers and Firebirds also were a part of the action. Shuster described the atmosphere as “an incredible sensation of noise and color and, of course, the music at the See CORVAIR on page 15A

TOP LEFT: Bill Shuster, of Grosse Pointe Park, remembers when his dad, Stuart Shuster, brought home the 1969 Chevrolet Corvair Monza.

TOP RIGHT: While growing up in Birmingham, the ’69 Corvair was popular in the neighborhood. MIDDLE RIGHT: Shuster’s Corvair was once owned by Ned Nickles, who he said designed the car’s original body style. BOTTOM RIGHT: The engine in the Corvair is located in the back.

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time — the MC5, all the Detroit bands.”

Stuart Shuster purchased the convertible from Ed Rinke Chevrolet in Center Line. Shuster still has the paperwork. One distinguishing feature is the engine is located in the back while the trunk is in the front.

Other traits are noticeable.

“The pipes have a nice growl. It has the original fire extinguisher my dad put in,” Shuster said. “It’s all original. I had to replace some parts.”

Shuster kept track of the car’s history.

He said the car was once owned by Ned Nickles, the designer of the original Corvair body style. Shuster’s research also determined that General Motors executive Ed Cole “was the chief engineer” of this car. Stuart Shuster was such a fan of the Corvair that he became a member of the Detroit Area Corvair Club.

On the last day of school sophomore year at Seaholm High School, things switched gears a bit when Shuster finally had the chance to take the car for a spin.

“I asked my father if I could take the car out and drive around,” Shuster remembered.

“He said, ‘If the keys are on my dresser, you can go ahead and do that.’”

So, when the teenager woke up on the last day of school in 1981, he checked the dresser, and saw the keys. He was “shocked” that his dad granted him permission, and after school he rounded up his friend Matt.

They cruised around a bit, making their way over to Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills.

“We were clearly the coolest guys in Birmingham,” Schuster thought.

One stop was a gas station at Maple Road and Woodward Avenue in Birmingham. The gas cap is on the front of the car on the driver’s side.

“As I was backing up, there was a Cadillac Coupe de Ville in front of me,” Shuster said.

That’s when Shuster accidentally bumped something and got a scratch on his dad’s Corvair.

“I just went white,” Shuster said. “It was like waiting for the apocalypse to come home.”

But his dad remained calm when he learned of the mishap.

“He was pretty mellow about it,” Shuster said. “But he garnered my wages.”

That included what Shuster earned on his paper route and from his job at the local hardware store. Shuster did not get behind the wheel of the Corvair again until four years ago when his dad died.

A couple of years ago, the car was invited to be displayed at the annual EyesOn Design on the grounds of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. All these years later, there were attendees who remembered the car from its early days with Stuart Shuster.

“It runs really well,” Shuster said. “Driving around, I can feel his spirit.”

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Madison Heights July 12.

It was the 61st day of a journey that started in May in Sarasota, Fla., winding through Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky and Indiana before reaching Michigan, averaging 30 miles per day.

Huffman did this while pulling a cart carrying 200 pounds of supplies, sometimes in hot or stormy weather, or through the haze of smoke from wildfires up north.

At night, he would pitch a tent and roll out a sleeping bag, resting in fields, cemeteries, parks and churches. During the day, he would walk against traffic. He did so much walking that he wore the rubber off two pairs of shoes. He said his feet were callused, and his hips purple from the harness he wore.

In quiet moments, Huffman, a practicing fire performer, would also skillfully twirl a staff.

He kept two 500-watt camping batteries charged, rotating them on a solar panel.

He also brought a satellite link, a time-lapse camera, and of course food, water, medicine and other supplies.

He said many motorists would stop and graciously offer anything he needed.

“Every community along the way has just been outstanding, just the generosity and kindness that’s coming from everyone across the country,” Huffman said.

His final destination was Rochester Hills the next day, where he would participate in the annual Salute Our Warriors event by the FWSF. He was also transporting Nikki — a dove who would be released with 100 other birds at the event, as a symbol that veterans are heard. It’s a tradition that dates back to World War II, when homing pigeons were used to deliver messages.

“She’s been holding up well,” Huffman said, as Nikki cooed softly in her crate. “Her handler checked her, and said she’s actually gained weight. Here I’m losing weight, and she’s gaining weight. But birds know the way home. If she happened to get out, she’d make it home well before I did.”

There would also be many birds released later that day at Wilkinson Middle School.

But first, Huffman met supporters waiting for him near Madison High School, at The Telway hamburger restaurant at 11 Mile and John R roads. From there, he walked to Fire Station No. 2 on John R, where a crowd chanted “USA” and one man yelled, “Way to go, Jax!” Roslyn Grafstein, the mayor of Madison Heights, presented Huffman with a $1,200 check from community businesses, benefiting the FWSF. She also gave him a

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TOP: Jack Huffman was transporting Nikki, a dove who was to be released at the Salute Our Warriors event at Rochester Hills the next day. Nikki is trained to return to her handler’s home after being released.

ABOVE: Dereck Coe is a friend of Huffman’s who accompanied him on the final week of his journey. key to the city. To top it off, Huffman was hugged by his mother.

“I think this is great — a great cause,” Grafstein said earlier, while walking down 11 Mile Road. “My dad was a veteran. He fought in World War II. Everyone is connected to a veteran in some way, and this brings awareness to all of that. When I found out Jack was going to be in our city, I jumped on the chance to do something.”

This wasn’t the first time Huffman had undertaken such a journey. In 2019, he walked nearly 3,000 miles from California to Georgia, raising funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

His walks inspired his friend Dereck Coe, of Royal Oak, who accompanied him

on the last week of his journey, meeting him downriver outside of Saline. Coe recently lost a grandfather who served in the Korean War. They’ve known each other for years, and both have sons who attended school together at Oak Ridge Elementary in Royal Oak. “Walking is such a great way to process your emotions, anything you got going on,” Coe said, leaning on two walking sticks near the high school. “It’s a chance for reflection, getting yourself back in a balanced state. Jack told me the emotional journey he’s been on, and I was at the same point in my life. Everyone is always trying to find answers.

“I was pushed to my limit yesterday, and I’m right back to walking today,” he added. “It just goes to show that you can get back up and persevere. There’s no end to it.

You just keep going.”

As Huffman met supporters at The Telway, another veteran stood outside in a bright red shirt emblazoned with the FWSF logo. He was Chris Cornelius, the organization’s co-founder.

Cornelius said that veterans have a wide range of needs, and 97% of all donations to FWSF go directly to the vets, the rest covering the organization’s operational expenses.

“We recently got a call from a veteran who was using T-shirts as diapers for his kids. And that’s just one scenario,” Cornelius said. “Other needs can be baby food, or someone’s deployed and something happens in the house, like an air conditioner goes out or a hot water heater stops working. We’re an all-volunteer organization, and we’ve kept true to our mission that most of the money we get goes to the veterans. And if we can’t help them directly, we look at other organizations and funds around here that can help.”

Veterans can apply for assistance at fwsf.org. Donations can also be made on the website.

The festivities concluded at Wilkinson Middle School, with the release of dozens of homing pigeons trained by Kenneth Moore of Clinton Township. He said the birds can find their way back to his house anywhere in a 400-mile radius.

He presented Huffman with a certificate from the American Racing Pigeon Union, honoring him and “Nikki Bird” for positive recognition for veterans and homing pigeons.

“What I see on the news every day, about the world we live in, well, it’s kind of chaotic right now. But then I see Jack, he starts walking, and people come out of nowhere for him. And by the time he got two states in, I’d seen a completely different America — an America united way more than we are led to believe,” Moore said.

“There’s all this political stuff out there, but none of that mattered. So many people, so many walks of life, came out to thank him for what he was doing,” Moore said. “I was in his earpiece when he was talking to people, and they’re asking him how he’s doing, if he needs a ride, turning their cars around to feed him, to give him drinks. It was just amazing.”

Lenea Renshaw, the owner of Miss NeNe’s Child Care Center, was at Wilkinson with a gaggle of preschoolers. They fawned over the birds, and treated Huffman like a superhero.

“The most important thing is we just recently had the Fourth of July, so we talked a lot with the kids about America, and how it’s the most special place we’ll ever have in our hearts,” Renshaw said. “And so, as free people — all of us — we want to support the military as much as we can, and of course the essential workers, too. And what this man Jack has done is simply unbelievable.

“My own husband is a Marine veteran from Vietnam, so this hits really close to home for me,” she said. She also noted her soft spot for the birds, having raised pigeons herself. “The kids were just ecstatic seeing the birds.”

Ultimately, she hopes the good vibes of the day will stay with people and serve as a reminder that Americans are like a family that share more in common than not.

“There’s so much trouble in today’s world,” Renshaw said. “If all of us could just have kindness, live in the moment, be gentle and love each other, we would all be so much better off.”

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Madison Heights opens enrollment for Citizens’ Academy

BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

MADISON HEIGHTS — Residents and business owners can now enroll in a course that will give them a behind-the-scenes look at how the city of Madison Heights operates.

The Citizens’ Academy will take place each Tuesday evening for eight weeks, starting Aug. 8. Each session runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., except for the last one, which starts at 6 p.m. Sessions are held in locations throughout the city.

Admission is free, but you will need to sign up in advance.

The application form is available online by visiting madisonheights.org/formcenter/finance-7.

Melissa Marsh, the city manager of Madison Heights, said the course is an opportunity to learn about services available to those who live or work in the city.

“We are just eager to connect with those who are interested in learning more about their local government,” Marsh said in an email.

The academy has been held three times since 2018, taking a break for COVID. Marsh said it has been well-received in the past.

“When I started it, my goal was to improve civic engagement among participants, and to make connections with the public we serve,” Marsh said. “I saw it as a way to not only educate citizens, but as a chance to connect … and to build positive relationships.”

Program lineup

The first session, Aug. 8 in the council chambers at City Hall,

300 W. 13 Mile Road, will feature speeches by both Marsh and the mayor, Roslyn Grafstein. They will introduce staff and outline the different forms of government, such as council/manager and council/mayor. They will also discuss concepts like the Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act. The second session is Aug. 15, in the council chambers. Linda Kunath, the finance director, will join Marsh and speak about how city services are funded. Attendees will learn about millages, forecasting, budgeting, capital improvement planning and more.

The third session is Aug. 22, at a location yet to be determined. Giles Tucker, the community development director, will talk about land use, planning, building safety and code enforcement issues.

The fourth session, Aug. 29, will be in the Flex Room at the library, 240 W. 13 Mile Road. Cheryl Rottmann, the city clerk, and Vanessa Verdun-Morris, the library director, will discuss library and clerk services, and the difference between ordinances and resolutions. They will also discuss the election process, along with boards and commissions.

The fifth session is Sept. 5 in the training room at the police station, 280 W. 13 Mile Road. Brent LeMerise, the police chief, will join Keith Hunt, the judge of the 43rd District Court, and talk about police operations, traffic laws and stops, and crime scene investigations. The presentation will include a tour of the police station.

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adults; instead, it’s very much relationshipbased,” Grafstein said via email.

“While these types of police roles have been around for over 60 years, they are new to Madison Heights,” she continued. “Much of their specialized training also deals with how to de-escalate situations, so that if a situation should arise, the officer has the experience to be the best person on the scene.”

Sean Fleming is a member of the Madison Heights City Council and its representative on the city’s Crime Commission.

“I’ve known Tim Hirst for over 20 years, and I believe he’s an outstanding officer who’s done well as the youth officer,” Fleming said. “His experience guiding teens goes perfectly with his new scope of work as the resource officer. He’s just a good role model for the kids.”

Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.

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Critics of the program say that free and reduced school meals were already offered to students who need them.

State Rep. Jaime Greene, R-Richmond, objected to the “expansion of the school meal program, a previously needs-based program that will instead provide free food even for kids from the wealthiest families when fully phased in,” according to a press release.

Advocates said the Healthy School Meals for All program will eliminate the stigma associated with receiving free and reduced lunch by providing reimbursement from the state for meals served to students who do not qualify for free or reduced-price meals.

Previously, just over half of all students in the state qualified for free or reduced meals through federal programs, based on their family’s income or whether they qualified for SNAP benefits or Medicaid. In 2022, 53.3% of Michigan students qualified for free or reduced-cost lunches.

“The federal reimbursement will come in first, and then (the MDE) will calculate the state reimbursement and provide those resources to the schools that opt in,” Golzynski explained.

The governor’s office said the program will help feed 1.4 million children across the state, which they estimate will save a family $850 over the year. A 2012 study of school lunch costs found that homemade lunches ranged in cost from around $1.55 to $2.12, and the NSLP lunches came in around $2.15, without giving a dollar amount to the time involved in preparing either, according to schoolnutrition.org, which also found that parents tend to pack more sugary items.

Collin McDonough, director of Michigan government relations at the American Heart Association, said he applauds Whitmer, the state Legislature, the Michigan Department of Education and the AHA’s partner organizations No Kid Hungry Michigan, the School Nutrition Association of Michigan, and the Michigan School Meals Coalition for “their tireless work to take this program from an idea to reality.”

He said Healthy School Meals for All will be “transformational” for Michigan’s students and families.

“Not only will it help students learn — no one can focus on an empty stomach — it will help reduce the risk for chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes,” McDonough said in a statement.

Parent Jessica Kalef, of Rochester, has concerns about the quality of food served.

“While this sounds like a good idea, during COVID, when they were offered free lunch, there was a big difference in the quality of free food, versus paid. During the free period, we had gotten expired milk and yogurts … and upset stomachs, and were told stuff smelled or wasn’t cooked right,” said Kalef.

Food standards, she stressed, need to be upheld for the universal free food program as well.

“We, as parents, can’t be there for lunch, so it was upsetting that they were served this on several occasions,” Kalef added. “I would rather pay for the lunch to be sure it’s hot, fresh and not expired. However, I know that not all families can do that — so then who is responsible for upholding the standards and checking our kids safety?”

The meals offered through the state and federal programs, Golzynski said, are required to meet the dietary guidelines for Americans, which are set at the federal level.

“In order to get the federal reimbursement, those meals have to meet those nutritional values, but the beautiful part of having the additional state reimbursement is the schools will actually now have more money to spend on their food products, so they can get even higher quality food than what they had before,” she said.

Federal requirements include minimum servings for vegetables, fruits, milk, grains and meat or meat-alternate components. Schools must also adhere to requirements for calories, trans fat, saturated fat and sodium content.

While meal pattern requirements are set at the federal level, MDE officials said school menus are set at the local school or school district level.

“If there is a food allergy situation, where it is life or death, then the family gets a note from the child’s doctor, and the food service department has to make those accommodations; no matter what those accommodations are, they have to meet that child’s requirement based on what the doctor says,” said Golzynski. “In the case of dietary preference, like for religious reasons, or oftentimes a family eats vegetarian or vegan, then the food service department will do everything they can to meet those but they aren’t required to.”

Rochester Community Schools, along with many other local school districts, works with Chartwells for its food service.

“Universal free meals in Michigan offer a great opportunity for students to eat together in the cafeteria and hopefully make it easier for students and families to confidently check breakfast and lunch off their list. We’re excited to serve even more students in Rochester Community Schools this

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The Healthy School Meals for All initiative offers school breakfast and lunch to all students in Michigan at no charge to families. year, helping to fuel their busy days with favorite menu items and a variety of delicious new recipes,” Marsha Dziewit, the director of dining services for Rochester Community Schools, said in an email.

Rochester parent Cristina Poma feels the universal free meal program is “a move in the right direction” and said it can always be tweaked in the future to address concerns.

“I’m sure the quality of the food and whatever other gripes people may have can

be adjusted as the program grows, but for the children of Michigan, I couldn’t be prouder to be in a state that is taking care of their kids in this manner,” she said.

MDE officials said parents or students can advocate for improved meal quality by first contacting their school’s food service director with concerns.

“Not every family will choose to eat the meals — and that’s always been the case, even during the pandemic, when the meals were free. … But we do expect there to be more children who choose to eat because they are free,” Golzynski stated.

She also encouraged parents to fill out income information, specifically a form called the “educational benefits form,” which will allow schools to continue to get federal funding for education.

“No matter what your income level is, return it, because it’s important to the school for additional education funding that they can get,” she said.

Those with additional questions or concerns can email MDE’s School Nutrition Programs at mde-schoolnutrition@michi gan.gov.

Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

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chief, Greg Lelito, will discuss fire services and EMS services, with a guided tour of the fire station and its equipment, as well as programs offered there, such as CPR training. Attendees will also learn how firefighters and paramedics respond to emergencies.

The seventh session is Sept. 19, at the new Active Adult Center at 260 W. 13 Mile Road. Speakers will include Sean Ballantine, director of the Department of Public Services, and Jennifer Cowan, the senior coordinator. They will discuss parks and recreation, trails and amenities, and DPS activities such as waste management. Attendees will also learn about the city’s water and sewer infrastructure, how rates are set, and programs for those who need help paying bills.

The final session is Sept. 26, in the council chambers, at 6 p.m. instead of the usual 5:30 p.m.

The mayor and council will join the city manager, talking about opportunities to serve on boards and commissions and in neighborhood groups. There will also be an open forum during dinner. A council meeting will start at 7:30 p.m., with certificates presented.

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Mark Bliss, the mayor pro tem, said that the academy helps one appreciate how decisions are made at the city level, which in turn makes it easier

to get involved.

“In some ways, I think of the Citizens’ Academy as the shortened version of what my dad put me through growing up,” Bliss said, referring to how his father, the late Tony Bliss, took him to many city meetings. “It’s great exposure in a very short amount of time. So for someone who wants to get involved in the city, this is a great way to understand where and how.

“I also look at it from another perspective, where many people see their tax dollars on their statement but don’t really understand how that money is spent on the public services they rely upon,” he said. “With the academy, you’ll learn how that money ensures the fire truck gets to you in time, or how we keep the roads safe to drive on during the winter. You will see how the investment is made.”

Grafstein, the mayor, said via email that she’s looking forward to meeting this year’s class.

“An important aspect is it gives our residents clear and direct information, and dispels misinformation about local government. The program instead focuses on our responsibilities, while also addressing the many misunderstood legal limitations we face,” Grafstein said. “Once residents complete our program, they will have met with myself and representatives from each department, and had the opportunity to ask questions, all of which leads to a greater understanding of how our local government works.”

Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 4981046.

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13. Twisted cotton thread 14. Greek “t” 15. Biblical mount 16. Dessert sandwiches 17. Barley bristle 18. Pungent edible bulb 19. *Shared ride 21. *Yellow Brick Road traveller 23. Member of the Benevolent Order 24. Sword handle 25. The little one “stops to tie his shoe” 28. AI “fodder” 30. *Gas station option 35. Thailand money 37. Phone cam images 39. Fill with happy spirit 40. Bora ____ 41. Vexed 43. Uncontrolled swerve 44. Middle Eastern V.I.P.s 46. Genesis twin 47. “The Odyssey,” e.g.

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2. Turkish money 3. One on drugs 4. Run off to Vegas?

5. Sold on eBay, usually 6. Short for “and elsewhere” 7. Hammurabi’s code, e.g.

8. Plural of fundus

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SWIMMING ACROSS AMERICA FOR A CURE

Photo provided by Swim Across America - Motor City Mile

DETROIT — At press time, swimmers and volunteers were preparing for the fifth annual Swim Across America-Motor City Mile scheduled for July 7 on Belle Isle in the Detroit River. A 2-mile swim, a 1-mile swim and a half-mile swim were scheduled. SAA-Motor City Mile benefits cancer research at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center, where roughly 500 researchers are working to prevent cancer, improve outcomes for patients, and improve quality of life for cancer patients and survivors. One participant, Julie Brabbs — pictured right with her husband, Steve — is the chief administrative officer at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center. Brabbs also is a cancer patient and currently has raised $14,232 for cancer research, with more donations expected. Brabbs, 56, of Ann Arbor, is currently being treated with Keytruda, which is an immunotherapy cancer treatment that was funded and created in a Swim Across America lab at Johns Hopkins University. For more information about Swim Across America, visit swimacrossamerica.org.

Distracted driving law now in effect

METRO DETROIT — Drivers and law enforcement departments across Michigan are reacting to a new law that went into effect June 30 that prohibits using cellphones and other devices while driving.

According to a press release issued on behalf of Insurance Alliance of Michigan, data from the Michigan State Police showed that in 2021, more than 16,000 motor vehicle crashes involved a distracted driver, with 59 of those crashes resulting in a fatality.

The use of a mobile electronic device means using a mobile electronic device to do any task, such as sending or receiving a call; sending, receiving or reading a text message; viewing, recording or Photo by Brendan Losinski transmitting a video; and accessing, reading or posting to a social networking site. An exception is allowed if the driver is contacting emergency services. Michigan is now the 26th state to adopt a hands-free driving law.

According to the release from MDOT, texting while driving has been illegal in Michigan since 2010, but increasing the parameters of the law to prohibit the use of phones “without hands-free technology is expected to further improve safety for all road users, including passengers, pedestrians and road workers.”

“Everyone who spends time on our roadways has a story or a negative experience that involves a distracted driver. The latest legislation is another tool to help encourage safer driving habits and ultimately save lives,” Capt. Joshua Jones of the Troy Police Department said in an email. “Our officers have been briefed on the new law and will be out there helping educate the public on its importance. The more buyin we can get from drivers, of all age groups, the safer our roads will become. I like the simple message we put out on our social media: ‘Just Drive.’ Put the phone down, and just drive.”

AUTHORITIES WARN OF DEBT COLLECTION SCAM

METRO DETROIT — The office of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is alerting Michigan residents about a new scam in which fraudulent letters are directed to workers and businesses.

The letters attempt to collect an outstanding debt and are part of a scam that fraudulently identifies the sender as the State of Michigan, seeking to unlawfully collect a debt that is owed to the Unemployment Insurance Agency or the Michigan Department of Treasury, which functions as the state’s debt collection agency.

The recipients are threatened with seizure of their bank accounts, wages, business assets, cars, real estate, refunds and cash if past due debts are not paid. The letters use personal information that can be

gleaned from internet records to make their sources sound legitimate and make the threats more likely to result in payment.

Workers and businesses should note that any legitimate letters from the Department of Treasury will be printed on Treasury Department letterhead and will also provide options for paying the debt, as well as outline taxpayer rights. Letters from the UIA will contain information about how to protest and appeal payment determinations. Letters from the treasury or the UIA will always include the names of departmental leadership at the top.

Anyone with questions about their state debts should call the Treasury Collections Service Center at (517) 636-5265. Anyone with a consumer complaint or who believes they have been the victim of a scam can file a complaint with the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Team by calling (517) 335-7599.

Michigan WWII Legacy Memorial looking for volunteers ROYAL OAK — The Michigan World War II Legacy Memorial is looking for volunteers for a dedication event later this summer.

The organization will hold a dedication ceremony in celebration of completing phase 1 of the memorial at 4 p.m.

Aug. 10 in Memorial Park, 31100 Woodward Ave. The group is looking for volunteers to help with the event.

Volunteer efforts will include helping to coordinate volunteers at the event, helping with setup from noon to 3:30 p.m., helping during the ceremony from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., helping during cleanup from 5 to 6:30 p.m., or assisting with tasks the day prior to the event.

For more information, visit michiganww2memorial.org/ dedicationceremonyvolunteer.

From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 27, the memorial is looking for volunteers to help Team Depot as it lays sod, spreads mulch and plants bushes at the memorial’s site. Also on the agenda that day is to rebuild the flower box at the corner of 13 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue.

Volunteers need to be 18 years old. Volunteers should wear comfortable shoes and bring work gloves, sunscreen and water. Sign up for a time slot at michiganww2memorial.org/ home-depot-grounds-project.

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EE W E H T F O E CRIM • K E E W E H OF T E M I R C • K NEWSWORTHY E WE INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS

Purse snatcher returns to the scene of the crime

SOUTHFIELD — A woman contacted police at 3:59 p.m. June 26 to report her purse missing from her vehicle in the 23000 block of Lahser Road.

She told police that she knew the individual who took her purse. The suspect returned to the area while the officers were at the scene.

Officers observed a purse matching the victim’s description in the suspect’s vehicle. The purse was recovered, and the suspect was arrested for larceny from auto and outstanding warrants.

Man discovers attempted vehicle theft as he leaves for work SOUTHFIELD — On July 1 at 5:30 a.m., officers were dispatched to 25000 Greenfield Road for attempted vehicle theft.

A man had observed an unknown individual hanging from the driver’s side window of his 2016 Hyundai Elantra as he was leaving for work.

The man began yelling at the suspect, and the suspect fled on foot.

Multiple items were stolen from the vehicle, and ignition damage was done to the vehicle.

Man finds sliding door open after alarm is tripped

NOVI — A man living in the 24800 block of Fairway Hills Drive, in the general area of 10 Mile and Taft roads, contacted police when he discovered that his back patio sliding door was open after his home alarm had been tripped at 7:29 p.m. June 26.

The man told police that his neighbor had seen a man near his home at approximately that time.

The homeowner stated that he keeps a piece of wood in both of his sliding doors, which is why he believed that whomever unlocked the door was unable to gain entry, according to the police report.

The man told police he does not know who would try to break into his home, but he said he had “weird feelings” about some contractors who worked on his back patio a month prior. He said he paid for the services in cash and noticed that the workers paid close attention to that detail. He reportedly said he did not wish to give the name of the company, as he had no proof. He said he would be looking into obtaining and mounting cameras for security. The case was closed pending more information.

Troy bank robbed

TROY — Police are searching for a suspect accused of robbing the PNC Bank at 725 E. Big Beaver Road at 4:27 p.m. June 23.

According to the Troy police, the male suspect entered the bank and slid an envelope across the desk with a note demanding money “so no one would get hurt.” The teller put the money in the envelope, and the suspect was last seen fleeing the bank on foot.

Charges pending blood test following hit-and-run crash

TROY — Troy police officers responded to reports of a crash at 12:30 a.m. June 19 near the intersection of Rochester Road and East Big Beaver Road.

They were informed that a second vehicle had fled the scene.

Shortly afterward, officers were flagged down by a passerby in the parking lot of 3331 Rochester Road where they observed a 2021 GMC Yukon with heavy front-end damage, two flat tires and smoke coming from the engine compartment.

Officers spoke to the registered owner of the vehicle, who was standing nearby, and asked him what had happened. The owner said he had been driving and hit something, but did not know what he had hit. Officers noted the driver, a 36-year-old Troy man, was slurring his words, and there was an odor of intoxicants coming from his person.

During an inventory search of the driver’s vehicle, officers discovered marijuana throughout the passenger compartment. A search warrant was obtained for a blood draw for testing.

Three arrested in theft

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 3:20 p.m. July 3, three suspects stole clothing and household goods from the Meijer located at 5150 Coolidge Highway and fled in a blue Chevrolet Traverse. The suspects were arrested for retail fraud after responding officers reportedly located the vehicle and recovered the stolen merchandise.

their own vehicles before turning physical in a parking lot at 33400 Woodward Ave. The case was being reviewed for possible charges.

other customers, and began swearing and yelling at the bank staff. The customer was advised to leave and not return at the request of the business.

Suspect throws rock through business window

Money swiped from register

BIRMINGHAM — On July 3, at approximately 10 a.m., an offer was dispatched to 33000 Woodward Ave. for a malicious destruction of property report.

A 36-year-old business owner reported that an unknown man wearing a black shirt, light-colored pants, white shoes and a black bucket hat threw a rock through the business’s exterior front window.

The window damage/repair costs are estimated at $2,500. The suspect did not take any items or enter the business. The investigation was ongoing.

Steering wheel columns stolen from Malibus

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department took two reports of larcenies from automobiles June 27-28, one in the 400 block of Maple Road and the other in the 1600 block of Bloomfield Place.

In both cases, two separate 2019 Chevrolet Malibus had the driver-side windows smashed out and the steering wheel columns stolen. Other agencies in metro Detroit have reported similar thefts from Chevrolet Malibu vehicles.

The case was under investigation.

Residents report check fraud

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A woman on McDivitt Drive reported that her son’s hockey net was taken from near the end of her driveway between June 25 and 26 by an unknown person.

No further information was provided.

FARMINGTON — A Farmington resident went into the police station at 1 p.m. June 16 to report that a check was fraudulently altered and cashed on behalf of their personal bank account.

The victim reported that they wrote two checks for $200 each; however, the checks were altered to show a new amount of $6,500. The payee’s name was changed, and the checks were then presented to a local bank, where they were cashed. A report was taken and turned over to the detective bureau for further investigation.

At 4 p.m. June 14, a second resident reported a similar incident where they mailed a check in the amount of $695; however, the check was altered to show a new amount of $6,200.

Fight breaks out between drivers

Bank customer bothers others

Hockey net reportedly stolen from driveway

BIRMINGHAM — On June 21 at approximately 9:59 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of South Old Woodward and Merrill Street on a report of two men fighting.

The confrontation began as a verbal altercation between the individuals while they were driving in

FARMINGTON — Farmington Public Safety officers responded to the Chase Bank on Farmington Road for a report of a customer trouble at 2 p.m.

June 24.

An investigation revealed that a customer had been at the location for over two hours disturbing

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, money was stolen from the register of a cafe in the 21400 block of John R Road around 1:15 a.m. June 28.

The victim is a Hazel Park woman, 56. A total of $150 in cash was taken. The front door was broken to gain access.

Police were investigating.

Teen suspended after threatening to commit violence at Rochester High

ROCHESTER HILLS — At Rochester High School, a student reported to school staff that another student had shouted in the hallway between classes that he was “going to shoot up the school” at around 11:50 a.m. June 6.

The responsible student, a 15-year-old male from Rochester Hills, was immediately identified and taken to the main office.

The school resource officer responded and initiated an investigation.

The responsible student was interviewed and denied making any threat. Additional witnesses were identified and interviewed. All related witnesses confirmed hearing the threat, but they believed it to be a joke.

The person responsible was searched, along with his belongings. No weapons were found. His parents were notified and advised that the student had no access to firearms. Through the investigation, it was determined that the threat was not credible.

The responsible student was taken home by his parents and was suspended for the remainder of the school year.

Driver arrested for felony assault

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the area of Rochester and Auburn roads for a report that a subject had a gun pointed at him by another motorist at 12:47 p.m. June 15. The complainant, a 34-year-old man from Rochester Hills, provided a vehicle description of the responsible driver and a direction of travel. A deputy in the area began looking for the suspect vehicle and located it in an adjacent apartment complex. The driver, a 31-year-old resident of Auburn Hills, was taken into custody and lodged at Oakland County Jail. A handgun was recovered. The case was forwarded to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office.