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Southfield gun violence forum features regional leaders SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield welcomed the community to join a conversation of gun violence in southeast Michi-

Audience members call for metal detectors in schools, better mental health care

gan at the Southfield Pavilion July 31. “This is about saving lives. This is about prevention, not about politics,” Southfield Police Chief

Elvin Barren stated as he applauded Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s signing of Senate Bills 79, 80, 81 and 82 and House Bills 4138 and 4142 back in April. The legislation pack-

age requires universal background checks for all firearm purchases, as well as safe storage requirements. Barren said that when these laws go into effect next spring, they will

aid in law enforcement’s efforts to help save lives and prevent violent gun attacks. The event was in partnership with Shield’s Restaurant Bar Pizzeria, Sam’s Club, Meijer, Kroger, See GUN VIOLENCE on page 11A

Seven years of the Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival BY KATHRYN PENTIUK kpentiuk@candgnews.com

his year, Southfield is proud to host the seventh annual Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival 6-10:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11, and 3-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, on the front lawn of the Southfield Municipal Campus, 26000 Evergreen Road. As a child of the ’60s, Horne grew up surrounded by a variety of music in her Detroit childhood home. She fondly reminisces how she and her seven siblings used to assist their father in their home studio. Horne is the grandniece of the legendary performer and activist Lena Horne, and it’s evident that showbiz runs deep in the family. Horne’s Uncle Cleveland was a member of the early Motown group the Fantastic Four, and her father worked as both a carpenter and a musician. An internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist and songwriter, Horne is no exception to this legacy. Her talents are adored across the globe, though the Motor City holds a special place in her heart. “I found that every time I perform, it felt like coming home.” Despite growing up in a home that always had a home studio filled with instruments and recording equipment, Horne didn’t find her voice as a singer until she was visiting back home from Ferris State University, where she was studying journalism. “I came home one year to sing background with my oldest brother in the studio with Hank Cosby, who is one of Motown’s legendary studio producers. He wrote the song ‘My Cherie Amour’ with Stevie Wonder.” Horne stated. “And you know, because of being in the studio, and with him, it started to open my eyes a bit more to my See JAZZ on page 17A Photo provided by Kimmie Horne

Internationally acclaimed Kimmie Horne’s jazz music stylings are known all around the world, but Detroit holds a special place in her heart.

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Moulden Agency Celebrates Community Empowerment Mission at Inaugural Open House Celebration BY BRANDON CLEAVER

provides financial assistance for graduating Detroit and Metro Detroit high schoolers. This award was presented by its founder Wendy Nichols, who named it in honor of her mother. “It means way more than I could probably put into words because you don’t have people pouring into you like that,” said Nichols, a lifelong friend of Moulden. “For (him) to just step in and say I’m going to support you without even thinking about it means the world to me.” Although Moulden was named a top producer for business and personal insurance sales for five consecutive years and was chosen as the featured expert on Fox 2’s weekly financial segment “Money Monday,” he donates 50% of his business time to community causes. “It’s not about selling insurance, it’s about supporting the community,” he said. Moulden, a thirteen-year resident of Southfield, provides counsel and financial support through several local organizations including as a Metropolitan YMCA Executive Board member, a place that he said “provided a safe haven” for him in his youth. Tricia Hamzik, the District Executive Director of

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the South Oakland Family YMCA said Moulden’s leadership and philanthropy have been paramount. “None of us knew that we were going to face a pandemic when he agreed to lead. He has led our board with grace, kindness, and with a clear direction,” said Hamzik, who attended the open house. “We have added several new faces to the board since Ray accepted the role and he personally has helped us reach our fundraising goals through his connections and his own generosity in 2023. I am forever grateful for the support he has given our YMCA.” As a Detroit native, Moulden attended Osborn High School and now provides financial support as an alumni. He mentors students in the University of Michigan’s Thinkabit program and entrepreneurs through the non-profit organization SCORE. Contact Ray Moulden at (248) 691-5530 and rmoulden@ allstate.com. The Moulden Agency is a Nationally certified Minority company by Michigan at the Minority Supplier Development Council.

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ay Moulden’s present commitment to community empowerment and reliability was fueled by a past mishap of mistrust. Several decades ago, he discovered that his then insurance agent had been providing him with inadequate protection after one of his rental homes caught on fire. This resulted in a significant, but avoidable financial burden. The agent prioritized selling the policy over appropriately safeguarding the person. “He was writing (policies) based on best price, not coverage,” said Moulden, owner of the Moulden Allstate Insurance Agency in Southfield. “I have to do the right thing for people, because I don’t want to see anyone in that predicament.” Moulden’s mission of community empowerment was on full display at the Moulden Allstate Agency’s first open house on Tuesday, July 25th. Though it opened in 2021, the pandemic delayed this celebration. Nearly 100 people, including civic leaders, board chairs, local artists, and clients joined the three-hour event. The Moulden Allstate Insurance Agency’s mission is to “educate, inform, and inspire the community.” Though providing quality insurance is the bedrock of the agency, this broader, civic mission emerges from Moulden’s personal ambition of community support, which includes philanthropic efforts. At the open house, Moulden presented Detroit jazz singer Kimmie Horne with a $5,000 check supporting her annual event, The Kimmie Horne Southfield Jazz Festival. Though Horne is beloved locally, she has also become a legendary international jazz singer. She named his agency as an exclusive sponsor of this year’s festival. “You are the only agency that we are representing,” said Horne, the great niece of renowned songstress and actress Lena Horne. Moulden not only bestowed support at his open house but was also a recipient. He received a special award of recognition for sponsoring the Joyce Marie Nichols Scholarship, which

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ROYAL OAK — Several Detroit-area chambers of commerce and business organizations came together July 25 to highlight small businesses led by minorities, women and veterans. The Diversity Expo took place at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, featuring more than 50 local businesses. The Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, the Troy Chamber of Commerce, the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, the Southfield Chamber of Commerce, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and Miindia came together to host the event.

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The people who helped to make a school-based health center possible in the Southfield Public School District pause for a photo.

Stevenson Elementary partners with Authority Health for new health center BY KATHRYN PENTIUK

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Ian Grant, the owner of Umoja Fine Arts Gallery in Southfield, tells visitors about his business at the 2023 Diversity Expo hosted at the Royal Oak Farmers Market July 25.

SOUTHFIELD — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Child and Adolescent Health Center program is providing Adlai Stevenson Elementary School with a $180,000 grant to partner with Authority Health to open a Child and Adolescent Health Center within the Southfield Public Schools district. “We are excited about this partnership with Authority Health as it aligns perfectly with our mission to provide exceptional educational experiences while nurturing the

physical and emotional well-being of our students,” Jennifer Green, the superintendent of Southfield Public Schools, said in a press release. “The health center will serve as a valuable resource, not only for our students’ immediate health needs but also for promoting long-term wellness habits.” The center will open this month and will operate through the school year before Adlai Stevenson Elementary temporarily moves to another location within the district for the 2024-25 school year while its building is undergoing construction. “So Stevenson already had in its DNA, if you will, the See HEALTH on page 9A

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Kimmie Horn Jazz Festival: Live music, bike cruise, Fitness Hoopers, food, boutique vendors and more, 6-10:30 p.m. Aug. 11 and 3-10:30 p.m. Aug. 12, front lawn of Southfield Municipal Campus, 26000 Evergreen Road, cityofsouthfield.com, (248) 796-5100

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Oak Park pool: Free admission for Southfield residents from 6:30-8:30 p.m., regular hours 2-7 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 1-8 p.m. Fridays and 1-6 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays until Aug. 19, 14300 Oak Park Blvd., (248) 691-7555

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Jazz and blues concert: Charles Greene Trio, 6-8 p.m., Fountain Terrace outside Southfield Public Library, 26300 Evergreen Road, southfieldlibrary.org Park It - Family Fun Nights: Starts at 6 p.m., live music by Momford & Son at 6:30 p.m. and showing of “DC League of Super-Pets” at 8:15 p.m., Civic Center Park, 26000 Evergreen Road in Southfield, www. parkitforfun.com

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Woodward Dream Cruise: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. from Ferndale to Pontiac, look for route map and schedule of events at woodwarddreamcruise.com

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Ice Cream & Prayer in the Park: Also movies, hosted by One Body Unified International Outreach Ministry, noon-4 p.m., Lathrup Village City Park, 27400 Southfield Road, onebodyunified.org

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Michigan State Fair: Live music, midway, Shrine Circus, beer festival, Rock N Roll K9s, livestock, home brewing competition, aquatic acrobat show, Beginning of Life exhibit and much more, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Aug. 31-Sept. 1, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Sept. 2-3 and 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Sept. 4, Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi, michiganstatefairllc.com

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Support group for birth moms: For women who relinquished their children for adoption, also light meal, 6:30-8:30 p.m. every second Tuesday of month, Christian Family Services, 17105 W. 12 Mile Road in Southfield, Sarah@CFS-Michigan.org Lupus support groups: 10 a.m. every second Tuesday of month and 7 p.m. every last Wednesday of month, Zoom, milupus.org/support-groups, (248) 901-7299 Optimist Club of Southfield-Lathrup Village: Meets 8 a.m. every second Tuesday of month, Kerby’s Koney Island, 25050 Northwestern Highway in Southfield, and

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Macomb Twp. woman dies in crash with Southfield art installation BY KATHRYN PENTIUK kpentiuk@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD — A woman died in a traffic crash involving a recently installed obelisk July 29. Police responded to the single-car crash at 11 Mile Road and Arlington Drive, where the road splits in two, at 10:03 p.m. A 24-year-old woman from Macomb Township struck the recently installed 18-foot-tall obelisk in the center median. The woman, who was the only person in the vehicle, was pronounced dead at a local hospital due to the impact of the crash. The investigation is still underway, and Southfield police are unsure whether alcohol or speed were factors. Police said the driver went directly into the median, and there are no tread markings to determine the speed at which she struck the art installation. According to the Southfield Community Relations Director, Michael Manion, the city has not yet decided on the repair or removal of the obelisk. The obelisk, a structure of handmade tiles mounted on a 4-foot base, was unveiled June 12 by the Southfield Public Arts Commission as the city’s 25th installation, presented by the Friends of Southfield Public Arts, a nonprofit dedicated to raising funds to support the efforts of the Southfield Public Arts Commission. The piece, crafted by renowned Detroit artist Hubert Massey, depicts Southfield’s diverse history, representing the Potawatomi tribe, whose name “Bodéwadmik” translates to “Keepers of the Fire” in the Ojibwe language; and the Mary Thompson farmhouse; as well as other cultural symbols that represent the city. Call Staff Writer Kathryn Pentiuk at (586) 498-1070.

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North Park Drive to get repairs SOUTHFIELD — In Michigan’s 2024 budget, Sen. Jeremy Moss, D-Southfield, and Rep. Jason Hoskins, D-Southfield, said they secured $4 million to repair the decaying North Park Drive, a well-traveled road used by commuters and residents alike, to access Ascension Providence Hospital, Oakland Community College and residential units. Project details were not available at press time.

CARPENTER LAKE NATURE PRESERVE CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS

SOUTHFIELD — As of July 31, Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve, on west 10 Mile Road, will be closed through the end of October for improvements. Phase one of the project includes a parking lot expansion, construction of a small shelter/classroom for nature programs, and a new, all-season restroom facility. City officials and contractors will assess whether the park will reopen before phase two construction begins or if it will remain closed until the project is complete in the spring of 2024. Part of the project is funded by a $600,000 Michigan Economic Development Corp. Michigan Enhancement Grant to help enhance the utilization of the nature preserves and other public spaces. For more information, call the Southfield Parks and Recreation Department at (248) 796-4620.

Mini-MBA summer camp comes to a close

SOUTHFIELD — This summer, Lawrence Technological University collaborated with the Troy global business consulting firm International Strategic Management Inc. to offer a high school summer camp, “Youth Entrepreneurship and Global Trade.” Through the five-day camp, students were provided with a hands-on learning experience in which they researched a nation where they intended to sell their products, designed a product to meet an unmet need, and figured out how to produce and sell it at a profit. The student teams created three companies: • Nutrihaze, an app that suggests healthy and nutritious alternatives in restaurants and food ordering apps that consumers use every day. • ED Robot, a robot offering personal assistance to the elderly and disabled. • Receptek, a robot receptionist for use at everything from doctors’ offices to hotels and office buildings. This camp is one of LTU’s 20-plus summer learning camps for high school students that ended last week. For more information on the programs offered, visit www.ltu.edu/summer-camps.

Mike Morse Law Firm hosts 10th annual Project Backpack SOUTHFIELD — The Mike Morse Law Firm is hosting the 10th annual Project Backpack giveaway 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 12 at 24901 Northwestern Highway. Over the past decade, the firm has provided over 300,000 students with backpacks filled with back-to-school essentials such as pencils, crayons, scissors, pencil pouches and sharpeners. To celebrate 10 years of giving back, Project Backpack will also be providing thousands of backpacks and supplies for a new partner, Cornerstone Schools, in addition to the Detroit Public Schools Community District. All Southeast Michigan students in grades K-5 are invited to attend the Big Tent Backpack Event, which will feature live music, entertainment and food trucks. The first 1,000 students will receive a limited-edition 10-year Project Backpack T-shirt, and all participants will be entered to win an array of prizes, which include a $500 Visa gift card, a Nintendo Switch, Nike Air Jordan shoes, a bicycle, a $100 Amazon gift card and more. Students can enter the contest at any of the three backpack events, and winners will be chosen and notified the week of Aug. 14. Students are served on a first-come, first-served basis. Register at www.855mikewins.com/projectbackpack.

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to side, and the tear stains may darken as the eyes water. The eyes may also appear red or bloodshot. Other signs include labored breathing and panting so hard the body moves with each breath. Alternatively, the animal may appear exhausted, moving very little. Another sign is the pet continually moving from one shaded spot to the next or trying to dig into the ground where it’s cooler. The ears pointing back is yet another possible sign. Keeping pets in an air-conditioned space is best, Wallace and Thomas said. If there’s no AC, open the windows and point a couple of fans in the direction of the pet. Whether inside or outside, animals should have access to clean drinking water just below room temperature at all times. If there is green algae growth or dirt in the bowl, empty it and wash it immediately before refilling it with water. As for the best diet this time of year, the officers recommend a high-protein, high-carb, low-fat diet. Any shelter structure outside must allow for proper air flow, so the pet inside doesn’t feel hot. “Under no circumstance is a garage an adequate shelter in the summer,” Wallace said. In general, do not allow pets outside in extreme heat for longer than 30 minutes at a time. Wallace and Thomas also noted that thunderstorms and fireworks during the summer can cause stress for animals. Pets should never be outside during either event. Instead, keep them indoors, close windows and cover them in heavy blankets. Secure them with snuggles, and turn on children’s cartoons with many noises to drown out the thunder or fireworks. “If that doesn’t work, take them to a basement and continue to comfort them,” Wallace said. “Do not leave them alone — they will become destructive as a coping mechanism to trigger stacking.” She explained that “trigger stacking” is when animals experience multiple stimuli back to back — for example, rolling peals of thunder or repeat firework detonations. They don’t have a chance to recover or decompress from one boom before the next, which causes their emotions to stack and their adrenaline to spike. This not only hurts the animal but can also cause them to harm their environment by tearing up furniture, bedding and wallpaper. Thomas said it’s important for pet owners to tune into the feelings of their pets and to play it safe if they’re not sure how their pet is feeling. “Don’t underestimate the heat,” Thomas said. “Please be careful.”

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concept that students needed health and wellness, and they had a vision for that,” Loretta Bush, the president and CEO of Authority Health, stated. “So, they had a small space. That space is where we will move into come September; it’s a temporary space, so we’ve made modifications to make it suitable for a physical and behavioral health space.” She added that when they return to the newly renovated building, specifications will be added to the clinic, including an entrance separate from the school for patients who are not students, as the center will also serve siblings, as well as children and adolescents in the community. “School-based health centers have been around since the early ’80s. We are pleased to be able to start our second one now at Stevenson. Our first one is in the city of Detroit. Schoolbased clinics were established with the concept that they will help to promote not only health equity but also educational equity,” Bush stated. According to Bush, students often have a high rate of absences due to chronic conditions that they or their parents may have, so an in-school health center can help manage that by connecting families to health coverage. It reduces absences because students are connected with primary care, so they do not have to miss an entire day of class, and their parent doesn’t have to miss work for a doctor’s visit. In addition to helping patients manage chronic diseases like asthma and diabetes, it also provides vaccines, comprehensive health assessments, vision and hearing screenings, medications, and behavioral health help. The manager of the new health center, Brandi Lagodzinski, emphasized the need for health services in the area. “In Oakland County, there’s one primary care physician to every 690 people. So Authority Health is pleased to be the first to provide integrated medical and behavioral school-based health services to elementary school students in the Southfield school district.” The staff at the health center will include a nurse practitioner, a medical assistant, a behavioral health provider and Lagodzinski as the practice manager. The clinic has the capacity to serve 15-20 students a day. Students will be allowed one visit with verbal consent from a parent, and then a written consent form must be filled out annually by their parent to continue to use the center. Walk-ins are welcome, or appointments can be made over the phone or through a website. Telehealth appointments can also be made. For more information, visit www.authorityhealth.org.

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PLAN A VISIT TO WALLOON LAKE RIGHT: Ernest Hemingway spent every summer of his youth on Walloon Lake and his adventures here were the inspiration for some of his early short stories. ABOVE: Guests gather around a campfire to take in the sunset overlooking Walloon Lake. Photos provided by Dianna Stampfler

BY GREG TASKER couple of decades ago, while following Ernest Hemingway’s footsteps through the woods, rivers and towns of northern Michigan, I made my way to the village of Walloon Lake, where, I discovered, there was no village. A few shabby buildings still stood, remnants of the village’s heyday as a summer destination a century earlier for the Hemingway family and other Midwest vacationers. Other than a general store, there was nothing to stop for. I kept going. So imagine my surprise when I returned recently to discover that the Village of Walloon Lake had reappeared — almost magically — with refurbished and new buildings along the shores of this unusually shaped lake that spans Charlevoix and Emmet counties. That’s largely due to the passion of Jonathan Borisch, a developer from Grand Rapids and a Walloon Lake native, who has resurrected the village after decades of decline (that’s another story). Hemingway, of course, would not recognize the village today but Walloon Lake offers all the amenities vacationers expect in a classic Michigan resort town. There’s an ice cream shop and candy

store, a coffee bar, a few restaurants, and other shops. A new general store is also in the works, expected to open early next year. The lake, of course, is the big draw and boat rentals can be found at the marina. Walloon Lake is also an ideal location from which to explore this bucolic region of northwestern Michigan. Walloon Lake is a short drive from both Charlevoix and Petoskey and just minutes from Boyne City and the Boyne Mountain Resort. It’s also located within the expansive Petoskey Wine Region. A word of warning, however. You might be hard-pressed to leave Walloon Lake after checking into the charming Hotel Walloon. Reminiscent of a grand lakeside hotel of another era, Hotel Walloon invites relaxation. There are porches with rocking chairs. Rooms with private balconies. Beach chairs lining the shoreline. And the lobby, dominated by a large stone fireplace, makes you want to kick back and relax with a book and a glass of wine from the cruvinet. Opened in 2015, Hotel Walloon was the first See WALLOON LAKE on page 20A

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Captain Jay’s Fish & Chicken and Moms Demand Action and was moderated by former Channel 7 News investigative reporter Ronnie Dahl. Speakers included Southfield Police Chief Elvin Barren, Oak Park Police Director Steve Cooper, Farmington Hills Police Chief Jeff King, Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington and Detroit Police Chief James White. King said that though law enforcement plays a vital role in addressing gun violence, it’s not the sole answer, which is why input from the community is necessary to help implement law programs. “Michigan in the last decade had about an 11% increase in gun deaths related with either mental health issues or gun violence,” King said. “Annually, we have about 1,200 gun-related fatalities in our great state, and over 3,500 people are injured annually. We had the 15th-highest rate of gun violence in the United States in 2021. This has gotta stop.” The public forum allowed the community to provide suggestions and ask law enforcement questions. Some audience recommendations included the use of metal

detectors in schools, more accessible mental health care, assault weapon bans, more gun buyback opportunities and overall stricter gun laws in the state. Barren said that he initially doubted the gun buyback program because he thought criminals would not turn in their guns. However, his mindset shifted when it occurred to him that guns can often end up in the hands of children. Barren now advocates for more communities hosting gun buyback events. “We have to convince other law enforcement agencies that think like I once thought and that this is something that could be beneficial.” Last fall, Auburn Hills, Ferndale, Royal Oak and Southfield hosted gun buyback events, with the $45,000 funded by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners, and saw over 350 guns turned in. Ann Anderson, a volunteer for the grassroots anti-gun violence group Moms Demand Action, took to the stage to provide a presentation of data. Moms Demand Action is a national organization that fights for public safety measures to protect people from gun violence in the United States. “The United States gun homicide rate is 26 times higher than that of other high-in-

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With Ron French, Bridge Michigan olice controversies, recent retirements and less robust retirement plans are causing a reduction in those entering the law enforcement field — and some departments are struggling to prevent this from affecting their communities. Worker shortages are common across many fields in Michigan. With a current unemployment rate of 3.6% — the lowest in the state in 23 years — private businesses and public agencies alike are having trouble finding qualified job candidates, yet law enforcement has been particularly affected. Police departments across Michigan are struggling to fill positions, with the number of law enforcement officers statewide shrinking more than 4,500 since 2001, which is a decline of 19%. Recruitment is down about 900 in just the past three years. Law enforcement officials pointed to several reasons why these shortages are now occurring.

“In the old days, police and fire departments had pensions,” said Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard. “There were bad hours and pay might not be great, but they knew there was a good retirement opportunity at the end.” “We’ve seen an increase in retirements the last few years,” added Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham. “Ours were mainly due to having hired a lot of staff between 1986 and 1988, when the tower of the jail was opened. All of those department members who were hired then have been eligible for retirement in recent years. We have had an increase of individuals who start here and then go to other departments or other jobs. We also have had an increase in requests for services for our contracted communities.” Bouchard said the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office hired more than a hundred officers in the last year, but that they are still short by about 65 people. The Macomb County Sheriff’s Department said that it had 40 of its 230 deputy positions open recently, but a recruiting class has recently dropped the shortfall to about 20.

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come countries. On average, 120 Americans are killed, and twice that number are injured by guns every day,” Anderson stressed. “Gun violence is a multifaceted problem. There are a lot of things that make up that balance. One of the key ones is gun suicide. On average, over the last several years, 57% of the gun deaths in this country are actually suicides; 40% are homicides. Mass shootings and school shootings make up less than 1% of the gun violence incidents that happen in this country.” According to Anderson’s data, gun violence is now the leading cause of death for American children and adolescents, with 4.6 million children in the U.S. living in homes with guns that are loaded and unlocked. Due to this, almost 350 children under the age of 18 unintentionally shoot themselves or someone else annually. Anderson also addressed domestic gun violence and racial disparities in regard to gun-related deaths and injuries, stating that each month in the U.S., around 70 women are shot and killed by an intimate partner. Additionally, it is estimated that 30 Black people are killed each day by

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at the chance to participate when he heard about the expo. “I’m a member of the Southfield Chamber of Commerce, so when they call me I always try to be on the A-team and support the chamber. When they said this was a diversity conference, I thought it was great. We represent mostly African American art, so getting gun violence and are 12 times more likely to die by gun homicide. Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington expressed the need for legislation to address mental health due to the lack of mental health institutions. “We go through crisis intervention training through the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network to make sure that our officers are getting the proper training, when they’re approaching or when they come into contact with those who are dealing with mental health issues. Officers need to understand that they are dealing with a condition, not the person.” Washington also provided tips on safe gun storage and responsible gun ownership. He emphasized the importance of ensuring concealed pistol license owners store their weapons safely and securely, such as in a safe with a gun lock, and he also advised all gun owners to attend training from a reputable CPL instructor to learn about all the components of responsible gun ownership. To learn more about Oakland County’s anti-gun violence efforts and upcoming events, visit www.oakgov.com and search “Gun Violence.” For more information on the Michigan Moms Demand Action chapter, visit www.momsdemandaction.org/michigan. Call Staff Writer Kathryn Pentiuk at (586) 498-1070.

into a diverse space would be a good opportunity for us.” Matt Holtyn, the owner of JDog Junk Removal and Hauling of Warren, and Max Johnson, the owner of JDog Junk Removal and Hauling of Clarkston, also took part. Both veterans, they were pleased with the turnout of the event and the opportunities

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METRO DETROIT — Many years ago, when their kids were younger, Bill and Robin Heller were out with the family at Greenfield Village, in Dearborn, for the Old Car Festival. The annual event gives antique car owners — from across the country — the opportunity to display their vehicles and drive around the property. “We were walking past this one area,” Bill said. “There was an elderly couple, sitting in their lawn chairs, underneath this big, beautiful oak tree. They both had books in their hands and they were sound asleep. It looked so peaceful.” That image was one of the reasons Bill and Robin became interested in antique cars. The Grosse Pointe Farms couple owns two vintage vehicles: a 1930 Hupmobile Cabriolet, which is the one that Bill drives, and Robin’s 1918 Detroit Electric built by the Anderson Electric Car Co. Bill’s desire to drive a Hupmobile also stems from his upbringing. “My dad, being a journeyman and tool and die maker, fixed everything around our house. He had a workshop down in the basement,” Bill said. “Being the eldest son, it was my responsibility to stand there and watch him. There was a picture of him in his Hupmobile when he was a young man. It was the first car he was able to buy.” When it came time for his parents to move out of Bill’s childhood home and into a condominium, his dad was going to toss out the photo of him in the Hupmobile, but Bill stopped him. “I want this picture,” he told his dad. “I stared at it all those years while all my friends were out playing. So when we got interested in cars, Robin enrolled me in the Hupmobile Club.” Bill’s Hupmobile is the same model his dad owned but with some different features. Bill found the car after his father died. “It’s the only convertible I’ve ever had. It’s reminiscent for me of my dad,” Bill said. “When the top is down, you get the wind in your hair. It’s unique. It’s different. It’s fun.” The Hellers are members of the Antique Electric Club, which is part of the See ANTIQUE on page 22A

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looks nice,” added Holtyn. “You have a wide range of businesses represented here.” The organizers said they wanted to highlight businesses owned by minorities, women and veterans because these groups can face extra challenges, particularly in their first year. “These businesses might not always have the reach that larger, more corporate businesses have,” said Dych. “A lot of the time, we noticed that a lot of our smaller businesses owned by minorities, women or veterans didn’t have the same exposure opportunities. We wanted to give them chances to get more exposure and network and make connections.” “I think the barriers are a difference in perception and the lack of confidence or connections among these groups,” added Buddy. “They don’t have the cousin, the uncle, or the friend that is already a successful business owner and willing to take them under their wing.” Grant said that while resources like the expo are becoming more common, they are still not regularly offered in a lot of areas. “I still think resources like this are still a rarity,” he remarked. “I think they are kind of building and becoming more common. I think it represents some changes going on. Like at our business, African American art is the fastest growing segment in the art world right now. It’s sort of like, at museums, you

only see African American art taking up about 1% or 2% of their collections, but that percentage is increasing just about everywhere.” Johnson said he was happy to see veteranowned businesses included, since veterans can face setbacks after leaving the service. “I wouldn’t say there are extra hurdles that veterans have to face, but many are starting their businesses later in life, since they are only doing that after they leave the service,” he said. “They might be starting with less capital.” Buddy stressed the importance of networking and connecting with other businesses when starting a new enterprise. “We do anywhere between three and 10 networking events a week,” she said. “We just opened in November. That means that the name of the game for us right now is shouting from the rooftops about who we are and what we do. We even host some networking events.” Holtyn added that supporting local businesses is a crucial priority for communities, since it helps local people in a variety of ways. “Supporting local and small businesses not only helps the local community by putting money back into the community and employing local people, but it also helps us help the local community. Our mission is to remove junk and help communities, for instance. We contribute to programs that help veterans get on their feet and hire veterans, so it’s all connected.” Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

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new lodging property in the village in 90 years and among the new businesses that have helped put the resort back on the map. The hotel has been racking up awards since it opened. The latest comes from Travel & Leisure magazine, which ranked Hotel Walloon as the Best Resort in the Midwest and as the No. 5 Resort in the United States. If you choose to linger, two restaurants are within walking distance, and it’s a leisurely stroll through the village, home to just 315 year-round residents (the wooded shore-

line of the 4,270-acre lake is teeming with summer homes and cottages). The center is the Village Green on Walloon Lake. The park is home to a recently installed statue of Ernest Hemingway called “The Old Man and the Cat.” There’s also a series of historical signs that share the region’s history, including ties to the Hemingway family. On Walloon Lake, the Hemingway family’s summer cottage, Windermere, still stands and remains owned by the family. It is not open to the public. Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer. Greg’s articles focused on northern Michigan travel will appear in C & G Newspapers during the summer.

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At nearby Boyne Mountain Resort, work up the nerve to walk across the SkyBridge, the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge. It’s a short ride up the ski slope on the historic Hemlock Scenic Chairlift to the bridge. The 1,200-foot-long bridge stands nearly 120 feet above ground and offers stunning views of the countryside. The Petoskey Wine Region is home to 14 wineries in Michigan’s newest AVA, the Tip of the Mitt American Viticultural Area. Because the growing conditions and climate differ from other well-known Michigan wine areas, the wineries here are largely growing hybrid grapes. That’s not a snub. Walloon Lake Winery won the coveted “best red wine” in the now-defunct Michigan Wine Competition a few years ago. The closest winery to the Village of Walloon is Boyne Valley Vineyards. Petoskey Yesterday offers guided tours of Hemingway sites in Petoskey, Horton Bay and Walloon Lake. Hemingway spent every summer of his youth on Walloon Lake and his adventures here were the inspiration for some of his early short stories. You can also download a Hemingway brochure for a self-guided tour on the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau website.

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Police Both said that one of the key issues is the perception of law enforcement and how this is causing many to not go into law enforcement as a career. High profile controversies, such as the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers, has lowered the opinion of law enforcement in the eyes of a significant number of people. “The perception of police on the national stage also has been horrible. Any officer who has acted inappropriately should, obviously, be held accountable, but this is a small number of officers, but that impression has washed over all officers. People are asking why they would want to go into a field where they would have to deal with this perception,” said Bouchard. “I see it similar to the Vietnam vets, who came home after serving and were demonized. I have seen businesses and restaurants that refuse to serve cops. … I want people to know that the person who hates a bad cop the most is a good cop.” “Some of the factors I believe are responsible have to do with the negative press regarding law enforcement,” Wickersham agreed. “There are also a lot of jobs in the private sector where people can make more money. The work-from-home component is very popular with the younger generation. The job itself has danger and liability.” Bouchard thinks one of the reasons law enforcement is so acutely affected by recruitment shortages is that a police department cannot reduce the area it is responsible for policing. “If you can’t hire enough servers at a res-

taurant, you can close that area of the restaurant or that location,” he explained. “Police departments can never not patrol part of the community. We have to work double shifts, and it has been like this for years. This creates very strong potential for burnout, which causes people to quit, which exacerbates the problem.” Bouchard went on to say that while some communities aren’t seeing the effects of this officer shortage, other communities are seeing very real effects, ranging from fewer school resource officers to fewer detectives being available to investigate major crimes. “The community hasn’t seen a lot of effects because we are filling the gaps with double shifts and people working overtime and stretching ourselves thin,” he said. He added that some Oakland County communities haven’t been affected, “but a lot of places, especially in larger cities, are seeing the largest crime increase in decades. Some cities are seeing unchecked violence because there simply aren’t enough police officers out there.” Wickersham agreed, saying that he has seen many departments suffering from significant burnout. Additional overtime also adds up and can increase a department’s budget. “Even when you have shortages, you have a lot of forced overtime,” he said. “When people take a sick day or have a training day, you have to move someone over from another shift. Doing that too often leads to burnout. Some people want the overtime, but when it happens too often, people just can’t handle it.” In 2022, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced $30 million in grants to help departments pay for police academy recruits, and in April, the Legislature passed a bill that allows departments to recoup all or some training costs from recruits if they leave for another de-

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SOUTHFIELD — Officers were contacted after a store clerk confronted a suspect for stealing candy at a business in the 20000 block of Southfield Road July 18. When prompted to return the candy, the suspect reportedly pulled out a knife, then exited the store.

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SOUTHFIELD — Officers recovered a 2016 Subaru Legacy in a nearby city at 10:44 a.m. July 29. The owner of the vehicle had left his keys on a bench inside a business located in the 19000 block of West 12 Mile

Police recover four unoccupied stolen vehicles near Northwestern Highway

SOUTHFIELD — Between July 17 and 18, Southfield police recovered four stolen vehicles that were unoccupied, three of which were left running. The recovered vehicles include: • A 2013 Hyundai Elantra, recovered in the 29000 block of Pointe O Woods Place. • A 2021 Toyota Rav4, recovered in the 16000 block of North Park Drive. • A 2020 Kia Optima, recovered in the 22000 block of Civic Center Drive. • A 2018 Hyundai Elantra, also recovered in the 22000 block of Civic Center Drive. — Kathryn Pentiuk

partment within four years. The U.S. Senate recently unanimously passed bipartisan legislation authored by Michigan Sen. Gary Peters that aims to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve by incentivizing recruits to work in the communities where they live. “The Strong Communities Act” would provide federal grants for local law enforcement recruits who agree to attend school or academy and then serve in a law enforcement agency in their respective communities. Both sheriffs said that numerous departments are now stepping up their efforts to recruit new officers through measures such as community outreach, paying for training and signing bonuses. Yet both said that the process of refilling their numbers is a slow one and that there is no telling how these shortages will con-

tinue to affect communities in the meantime. “You’ve got to go out into the community and engage with residents. Talk with people, talk with kids and give them insight into what you get out of the job,” said Wickersham. “Like any job, there will be days you will have bad days, but there are a lot of rewarding aspects to it too. We particularly want to get into the high schools and job fairs. We have a recruiting team doing that right now. We are paying for training, in a lot of cases. Some departments are using signing bonuses, but we have not done that.” Bouchard said they are expanding their outreach. “We worked with the county to create incentives like signing bonuses,” Bouchard said. “We are doing everything we can to fill those holes because we have no other choice. Failure is not an option.”

CITY OF LATHRUP VILLAGE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ZONING AMENDMENT Notice is hereby given that the Lathrup Village Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 15, 2023, beginning at 7:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the agenda allows, at Lathrup Village City Hall, 27400 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076. Meeting information will be provided on the City’s website: www.LathrupVillage.org The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments on the city’s draft Zoning Ordinance amendments to add a definition to Section 2.2, to allow self-service laundromat facilities as a principal permitted use in the MX -Mixed Use zoning district, under Article 3, Zoning Districts, and dd a new use standard to Article 4, Section 4.17., pertaining to selfservice laundromat facilities. A copy of the proposed zoning amendment is available for viewing on the City’s website (www.LathrupVillage.org) and at Lathrup Village City Hall, 27400 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076, prior to the public hearing, during the City’s regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM through 4:30 PM. Written comments may be addressed to the Planning Commission at the City Hall address. Oral comments will be taken during the hearing on August 15, 2023. This notice is published pursuant to the requirements of the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, PA 110 of 2006, as amended. Kelda London Lathrup Village City Clerk Published: 08/10/2023 Southfield Sun

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Antique Automobile Club of America based in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Both the Hupmobile and the Detroit Electric have been displayed at various events, including the Old Car Festival in Greenfield Village, the Concours d’Elegance in Grosse Pointe Farms, and the EyesOn Design at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. During the weekend of July 28-30, Bill and Robin displayed the 1918 Detroit Electric in the “EVs: Then and Now” exhibit at the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum, located at 461 Piquette Ave. in Detroit. This year’s Old Car Festival at Greenfield Village is set for Sept. 9-10. For more information, visit thehenryford.org.

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Robin and Bill both have researched the history of the Detroit Electric. “As modes of transportation were shifting away from the horse, they opted more towards electric,” Robin said. Vehicles at the time also were powered by steam or gasoline. “The Detroit Electric was very popu-

lar,” Robin said. “It’s a unique kind of thing to drive. It’s very easy to stop and start. There is no cranking. The design of it is almost like a carriage. It’s almost a Cinderella kind of feeling because you’re up high.” The window area of the 1918 model is known as the “greenhouse.” “The doors go up to a certain level, and then you’ve got windows that go above it. So you got your side windows and your windshield. That’s called the ‘greenhouse,’” Robin said. “The visibility is great. You can see all around.” The vehicle’s interior is referred to as “parlor seating.” “The driver actually drives from the back seat. You’ve got a friend sitting next to you. In front, I’ve got one chair that swings around so that it can face you on the passenger side,” Robin said. “Directly in front of me is a small jump seat. You can have four people comfortably sitting in there, all facing each other talking. That’s the parlor aspect of it. It can feel like a living room.” Because it’s electric, there is no gas pedal. Instead of a steering wheel, tillers are used to maneuver the car. A tiller provides leverage in the form of torque to turn the device that changes the direction of the vehicle. “There’s a tiller for steering where I push to the left to go left or I would pull to-

Robin Heller drives the 1918 Detroit Electric, left, and her husband, Bill Heller, is the driver of the 1930 Hupmobile Cabriolet convertible. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

wards me to go right,” Robin said. “There’s a second one that is shorter that is used for the throttle. Those are my five speeds.” With her sailing background, Robin was a natural at using the tillers. The 1918 Detroit Electric can drive as fast as 22 mph. There are no blinkers, so Robin uses hand signals when turning left or right. The Hellers make sure to charge the car on a regular basis. “Nowadays, we carry our own charger with us,” Bill said. “It’s built into the car. If

you deplete the battery, it takes about eight hours to charge.” Robin likes to ride around the Grosse Pointes and in rural areas with the Detroit Electric. It often draws attention from other drivers, as was the case when she recently took it for a drive over to a friend’s house. While stopped at a red light, the driver next to her wanted to know what kind of car she was driving. “A Detroit Electric,” she told him a couple of times before the light turned green.

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cert is the “Sisters in Song” segment, where she and another female singer perform together to showcase female empowerment and sisterhood. The Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and part of the proceeds go to a cause each year to give back to the community. In the past, the festival has raised funds for Al McKenzie’s Jazz Youth Music Camp, Ronald McDonald House and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Thanks to the Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival, over $20,000 was raised for the Ronald McDonald House to have a music room for the children to enjoy during their recovery. The boutique concert has continued to grow and evolve in the past seven years, with one of the biggest changes being the location. After two years, the festival moved to Southfield to accommodate the large crowds flooding in each year. Mayor Kenson Siver stated that last year’s festival drew about 6,000 people from Southfield and neighboring cities. “Kimmie puts on one heck of a performance, and she also brings in people with

exceptional talent. My former colleague, Daryl Beebe, who I worked with in Southfield schools, is an incredible musician,” Siver said. “The vibe is very pleasant. We do many concerts over the course of summer, but this is really our signature event.” Admission is free, and parking costs $10, cash only. Evergreen Road will be closed from the south roundabout to the north roundabout. Friday’s lineup includes performances by the Fantastic Four at 6 p.m., Deon Yates at 7:30 p.m. and Freda Payne at 9 p.m. Saturday’s lineup includes Olivia Van Goor at 3 p.m., Luther Keith at 4:30 p.m., the Smoke Jones Band at 6 p.m., Daryl Beebe at 7:30 p.m. and Horne at 9 p.m. In addition, to live music, the festival also features a bike cruise, the Fitness Hoopers, food trucks and vendors. Attendees are advised to bring either a lawn chair or a blanket for seating. Horne said that when she was about to launch the festival, a friend advised her that she shouldn’t be seen on the property too much before her performance. “That wasn’t my vision. My vision is that this is a musical family reunion. It’s like this is my house, and I’m here to greet people, talk with people, and it’s an opportunity to let them know that we’re all here to have a

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FOOD TRUCK TUESDAYS RETURN

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A variety of food options will be available for local residents on Tuesdays through Sept. 26. Food Truck Tuesdays are scheduled for 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the tent between the West Bloomfield Township Public Library and the Recreation Activities Centre, at 4640 Walnut Lake Road. According to West Bloomfield Township’s website, it is an event series organized by West Bloomfield Township, the West Bloomfield Township Public Library, the West Bloomfield Police Department and the parks department.

MARISSA CARSON OF HIGHLAND IS THE NEW MISS OAKLAND COUNTY ROCHESTER HILLS – Marissa Maxine Carson, 20, of Highland Township was crowned Miss Oakland County 2023 at the annual competition July 15 at Oakland University. The theater major at Oakland Community College won $1,850 in education scholarships, as well as several other prizes and gifts. Carson won scholarships of $1,200 for winning Miss Oakland County and $200 for the Vivian Zhong Best Talent Award for her rendition of “Wishing You Were Here Again,” from “The Phantom of the Opera.” She also earned scholarships of $250 for the Aldo Vagnozzi Community Service Award and $200 for the JoAnn Lingenfelter Spirit of Miss America Award. Carson, who plans to obtain a bachelor’s in musical theater, will represent Oakland County at the 2024 Miss Michigan competition in Muskegon next June. Her community service

Large sum raised to benefit foster care, adoption, mentoring services

METRO DETROIT — Child Safe Michigan, an affiliate of the Judson Center, a human services agency, raised nearly $350,000 at its 2023 Legends of Tomorrow gala June 9 at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, according to a release. The fundraiser benefits Child Safe Michigan’s foster care, adoption and mentoring services for neglected and abused children in Southeast Michigan. “Child Safe Michigan is an award-winning agency that has made a difference in hundreds of young lives,” Judson Center President and CEO Lenora Hardy-Foster stated in the release. “We are committed to improving the lives of children and families in our community, and providing a safe, nurturing home environment is extremely important to a child’s growth and successful transition into adulthood.” For more information, visit childsafemichigan.org or judsoncenter.org.

Food and fashion SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Samaritan House will

CYCLE TRACK PROJECT TO CONTINUE INTO NOVEMBER

PLEASANT RIDGE — At the end of June, construction began on the city’s Woodward Avenue streetscape and cycle track project. It’s expected to be completed by mid-November. According to a news release, on-street parking temporarily will not be available during the project. Public parking will be available in the public parking lots at Wellesley Drive and Fairwood Boulevard, and on side streets where allowed. One or two lanes will be closed on Woodward and Main Street between Sylvan Avenue and Interstate 696 during the length of the project. The primary contractor for the project is Merlo Construction. The news release also said that 11 honey locust trees have to be removed, but most of the existing trees will be preserved and 24 new trees will be planted, resulting in a net increase of 13 trees. For more information on the project, visit cityofpleasantridge.org/woodward.

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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 E WE Ex-girlfriend takes Tesla charger, leaves chewing gum as evidence

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initiative is “The Importance of Volunteering,” which seeks to bring volunteering opportunities throughout Michigan to people of all ages and abilities. Milford’s Rebecca Kobylas, a 20-year-old neuroscience and psychology major at Alma College, earned a $700 scholarship as the first runner-up. Kobylas also won the Samantha Steckloff Community Service Award and an additional $150 scholarship. Claudia Kenny, 16, of Chesaning, became the 2023 Miss Oakland County’s Teen. A junior at Chesaning H.S., Kenny’s community service initiative is “The Big SEE: Skin Cancer is the Cancer You Can See.” She will represent Oakland County at Michigan’s teen competition next June in Muskegon. The Miss Oakland County Scholarship Program is a preliminary competition to Miss Michigan and Miss America.

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NOVI — A resident called police July 13 after he returned home and found his garage open and his Tesla charger missing. The culprit reportedly had left pieces of chewing gum on the front door and on the door inside the garage. The man said that when he left his home at 9 a.m., his garage door was down. Upon returning home at 7 p.m., he found the door open. He explained that he does not live with anyone, so no one else should have had access to his home. He said the only thing missing was the Tesla charging box, valued at $200, which had been plugged into an outlet on the east wall inside the garage. He also pointed out that there was now chewing gum on the keyhole of the doorknob on the door inside the garage that leads into the house. There was also chewing gum on the doorknob on the front of the house, according to the report. The man told police that some of his family members, as well as his ex-girlfriend, have the code for the garage. The man said he recently broke up with his now ex-girlfriend and believes that she might have stolen the charger. Since he broke up with her two weeks earlier, he said that he has had to block her on all social media, as well as his phone. He told police she might steal the charger just to cause an inconvenience in his life. He told police that his ex is aware of his work hours and when the house would be empty. Police reportedly were able to locate fingerprints in the gum that had been chewed and pressed into the doorknobs. The man rescinded his initial request to press charges and asked that police ask his ex-girlfriend if she has the charger and to return it to him. Police said the ex-girlfriend admitted to taking it and returned it to him July 17. The case has since been closed.

Photos reportedly used for attempted extortion

WEST BLOOMFIELD — In a report dated July 13, a resident on Northcote Lane stated that an unknown person had possibly used artificial intelligence to produce nude pictures and post them on social media. The unknown person demanded money in order to stop posting the pictures. The case was listed as documentation only.

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.

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. A 25-year-old male suspect was then taken into custody. Police were investigating.

Gun pointed during dispute

FARMINGTON — Police responded to the Chatham Hills Apartments at 1 a.m. July 5 on a report of a felonious assault where the victim reported a gun was pointed at them during a dispute. An investigation led to the arrest of a 39-yearold Farmington man. The suspect was arraigned in 47th District Court and was out on personal bond pending the next court hearing.

Assault reported outside nightclub

BIRMINGHAM — On July 9 at around midnight, officers were dispatched to a local club regarding an assault report. The officers spoke with two people who were related to the suspect, an unidentified man around 40 years old. They mentioned that they were denied entry to the club with the suspect. The staff members stated the suspect refused to pay the $40 entrance fee for the club and became violent after trying to enter the club and being denied again. The suspect allegedly punched a 27-year-old man from Grosse Pointe Woods in the throat. An investigation was ongoing.

Stolen vehicle recovered before victim reported it missing

SOUTHFIELD — Police recovered a stolen vehicle that was left running and unattended in a parking lot in the 25000 block of West 12 Mile Road at 7:10 p.m. July 16. The 2021 Kia Forte’s back driver’s side window was broken out, and there was damage to the ignition. Police contacted the registered owner, who was unaware that the vehicle was missing.