Cairns Cup plants first U.S. roots at Cherry Creek Golf Club
VANCE: TRUMP CAN ‘DELIVER SECURITY IN OUR STREETS’
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Surrounded by local law enforcement and airing his intent to “back the blue,” Republican vice presidential candidate and U.S. Sen. JD Vance stopped by the Shelby Township Police Department Aug. 7 to pitch Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s campaign platform on crime, immigration and more.
During Vance’s speech, he delivered sharp attacks on the Democratic presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, whom he called “border czar.” The Ohio senator accused Harris of wanting to make it harder for police to do their job, and he blamed her for criminals entering via the U.S. southern border.
In contrast, Vance said former President Trump deported “illegal aliens,” partially built a border wall and “did not grant mass amnesty.”
Vance urged voters to help law enforcement by giving them a federal government that makes it easier for them to keep Americans safe.
“I’d ask you to vote for a candidate who wants to support our police officers, not make their lives harder,” he said. “I’d ask you to support a candidate who wants to make it easier to deport illegal aliens and not harder. I’d ask you to support the candidate who has shown that he can deliver security in our streets.
“We just have to give him the opportunity to govern, and that’s President Donald J. Trump.”
Local criminal cases mentioned
During the event, multiple speakers brought up local criminal cases that allegedly involved people who are unauthorized to be in the country.
Before Vance spoke, Shelby Township police Chief Robert Shelide said his department has faced three cases over the past few months that involved suspects who illegally entered the U.S.
“Two of those acts have been horrific, and the third involved an illegal Venezuelan who shot a coworker and has now since fled the state of Michigan,” Shelide said. “Public safety is everyone’s business, and we need leader-
ABOVE: Ohio Sen. JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, promotes former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaign platform on crime, immigration and more while speaking outside the Shelby Township Police Department Aug. 7.
LEFT: Vance’s Shelby Township appearance was heavily guarded, occurring just weeks after an assassination attempt on Trump in Pennsylvania.
Photos by Erin Sanchez
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Annual Glow Run 5K and
walk to light up Utica
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
UTICA — The 13th annual Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation Glow Run 5K and walk is returning next month and will be an illuminating time.
The race will take place from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sept 14 at Jimmy John’s Field, 7171 Auburn Road in Utica, with tons of glowing items for after dusk. The race will start at sunset and wind through River Bends Park, which will have a variety of glow effects set up to help guide participants during the run. At the end, the finish line will include running across home plate.
Registration for the event is open now, and on Race Day registration will open at 5:30 p.m. with the race kicking off at around 7:40 p.m, in right field at Jimmy John’s Field.
The cost is $45 per person and the proceeds will be used to help young adults, ages 18-39, through survivorship after their cancer treatment.
Cairns Cup plants first U.S. roots at Cherry Creek Golf Club
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — It was as competitive as the Ryder Cup with an emphasis on so much more than representing each player’s team.
From July 31 to Aug. 2, the Cairns Cup, a biennial tournament between disability golfers from the United States and Europe, took place on U.S. soil for the first time ever as golfers migrated to Cherry Creek Golf Club in Shelby Township.
The Cairns Cup was first played in 2022 in the United Kingdom. It was named after Billy Cairns, a Scottish disability golfer for the European team at the 2018 Phoenix Cup in Florida who passed away a day after arriving for the tournament.
In honor of his name and his impact on those around him, the two teams made it a mission to make sure his legacy carried on both in their hearts and on the golf course, prompting the creation of the Cairns Cup aka “The Billy.”
The tournament was created in 2020 with an emphasis on bringing awareness to golfers with disabilities.
The U.S. team took a convincing win in 2022 on European soil, but courtesy of Washing-
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Photos provided by Chris Hines
Runners take part in the annual Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation Glow Run 5K and walk, which begins and ends at Jimmy John’s Field in Utica. This year’s Glow Run will take place Sept. 14.
Team USA player Evan Mathias, an Indiana native, tees off on the 17th hole at Cherry Creek Golf Club in Shelby Township on Aug. 2.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
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PRIMARY ELECTION RESULTS
BY DAVID WALLACE dwallace@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA —
For the races on the Aug. 6 primary ballots in Shelby Township and Utica, the following candidates will advance to the general election in November.
In the race to be Michigan’s next U.S. senator, Elissa Slotkin won the Democratic Party nomination and Mike Rogers won the Republican Party nomination. They will face each other Nov. 5 for the seat in Washington, D.C.
For the seat representing the 10th District in the U.S. House of Representatives, Carl Marlinga won the Democratic Party nomination while incumbent John James was unopposed in the Republican primary for the party’s nomination.
The 58th District primary for a seat in the Michigan House of Representatives saw voters choose Ron Robinson to win the Republican nomination. Robinson will run against incumbent Nate Shannon, who was unopposed for the Democratic nomination.
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The 59th District primary for a seat in the Michigan House of Representatives resulted in incumbent Douglas C. Wozniak winning the Republican nomination while Jason Pulaski was unopposed for the Democratic nomination.
The candidates for Macomb County prosecuting attorney were unopposed in the primary. Democrat Christina Hines and incumbent Republican Peter J. Lucido will contest the office in November.
For Macomb County sheriff, incumbent Anthony M. Wickersham was unopposed for the Democratic nomination while Terence Mekoski received the most votes to win the Republican nomination.
In the race for Macomb County clerk and register of deeds, David Adams won the Democratic nomination and incumbent Anthony G. Forlini won the Republican nomination.
Both candidates were unopposed in the primary for Macomb County treasurer. Democrat Matthew T. Churchwell will face incumbent Republican Larry Rocca in November.
The same was true of the Macomb County public works commissioner primary. Democrat Kevin Higgins will face incumbent Republican Candice S. Miller in the general election.
For the Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 1 primary, Susan Hier was unopposed for the Democratic nomination and incumbent Don Brown was unopposed for the Republican nomination.
In the Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 3 primary, incumbent Sylvia Grot won the Republican nomination while Ken Reid was unopposed for the Democratic nomination.
Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 7 voters chose Edlira Sako for the Democratic nomination while incumbent James M. Perna was unopposed for the Republican nomination.
For Shelby Township supervisor, incumbent Rick Stathakis ran unopposed for the Republican nomination. No Democrats filed to run for the position.
In the Shelby Township clerk primary,
incumbent Stanley Grot won the Republican nomination. No Democrats filed to run for the position.
Voters in the Shelby Township treasurer primary chose James Carabelli for the Republican nomination while Darcy Lewis ran unopposed for the Democratic nomination.
In the primary for Shelby Township trustee, voters chose incumbents Vince Viviano, Lisa Casali, Lucia DiCicco and John Vermeulen for the four Republican nominations. James Diez ran unopposed for a Democratic nomination.
Lastly, in the race for judge of the Probate Court, Benjamin A. Schock and Aaron J. Hall received the most and second-most votes, respectively, and will contest the seat in November.
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Gardner White to host local blood drive
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Gardner White will be hosting blood drives in 10 of its store locations, including from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Aug. 15 at the Shelby Township store, 14055 Hall Road. While appointments are encouraged, walkins are welcome. For more information and to schedule an appointment, visit news.gardner-white.com.
All participants will receive a certificate for $50 off their next purchase at any Gardner White. Plus, each store will have a drawing in which one participant will receive a $500 Gardner White gift certificate.
Market Street construction
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Market Street between M-59 and Lakeside Boulevard is under construction for repair work through Sept. 6. Market Street is a private roadway, so it is not under the jurisdiction of the Michigan Department of Transportation, the Macomb County Department of Roads or any other government agency. In a Facebook post, Shelby Township said that the construction is thanks to Costco management. The work is being done in three phases with the first phase scheduled to end Aug. 17, the second to last until Aug. 26 and the last phase to wrap up Sept. 6.
Church to hold special event
ROCHESTER — The community is invited to the 25th anniversary of St. John Lutheran Church and School’s Family Praise and Picnic in the Park celebration scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. Aug. 25 at Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St.
The church recommends that people dress casually and bring blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy family friendly outdoor worship featuring uplifting music and a message of hope. A free picnic lunch and ice cream social plus funfilled activities including a photo booth, face-painting, an illusionist, balloon artists, a wheels parade, and a vintage vehicle display will follow.
All ages are invited to decorate bikes, trikes, wagons, scooters and strollers in patriotic colors and participate in the popular 1:15 p.m. “Red, White and Cute” Wheels Parade. All parade participants will receive gifts.
If you would like to exhibit your special car, truck, tractor or motorcycle at the Vintage Vehicle Display, registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. There is no entry fee. Vintage vehicle exhibitors should use the park entrance off Griggs Street west of Rochester Road.
Event attendees should use the Pine Street Park Entrance (north of University Drive just west of Rochester Road) where parking is readily available. Shuttles are provided to transport those needing assistance to reserved seating areas. Attendees are encouraged to pick up door prize tickets at the welcome centers.
In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the St. John Lutheran Church and School campus at 1011 W. University Drive. Contact (248) 402-8000 or stjohnrochester.org for additional information.
13forever to hold ‘BBQ-Bourbon-Beats Childhood Cancer’
SHELBY TOWNSHIP/HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township-based charity 13forever will hold “BBQ - Bourbon - BEATS Childhood Cancer” from 6 to 11 p.m. Aug.17 at the Mount Clemens Eagles at 25455 S. River Road in Harrison Township. The event will raise money for childhood cancer research.
Tickets for the fundraiser cost $50 each. Organizers say the cost includes dinner, five bourbon tickets and a chance to win four front row seats to a Detroit Tigers game. Get tickets at 13forever.org.
SOCK HOP DANCE WILL RAISE MONEY FOR SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
MACOMB COUNTY — Ed Syrocki, pictured, who prior to his retirement owned the EMS Classic Car Care in Warren, wants to inspire others to consider working in the vehicle restoration business.
So he created the Ed and Emica Syrocki Legacy Scholarship through the Macomb Community College Foundation. The scholarship will benefit Macomb Community College students who want to pursue a career in the skilled trades areas, which includes the automotive area.
The requirements to apply for the scholarship include the following: half-time enrollment at six credit hours or more each semester; be enrolled in a skilled trades program either credit or non-credit at Macomb; and a minimum GPA of 2.5 at time of application. New incoming students must upload their most recent high school/college transcript. The award — starting in 2024-2025 academic year — can be used for tuition, fees, and other education expenses.
To help raise money for the scholarship, Syrocki has planned a 1950s sock hop dance to be held from 5-9 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Croatian American Center, 11390 22 Mile Road in Shelby Township. The cost is $30 per person and includes food, a hula hoop contest and an award for the best dressed ‘50s style.
Tickets, limited to 300 guests, are available by presale only. Several sponsors have signed up to support the event. For tickets, call Ed Syrocki at (586) 754-3728 or (586) 566-8413.
Utica meetings at City Hall Parks and Recreation Commission, 6 p.m. Aug. 14. Historic District Commission, 5:30 p.m. Aug. 20.
Shelby Township meetings at Township Hall
Board of Trustees, 7 p.m. Aug. 20. Planning Commission, 7 p.m. Aug. 26.
Photo by Maria Allard
Cairns Cup
ton Township native Kevin Holland’s frequent trips to Five Iron Golf in Shelby Township, the worldwide tournament found a home locally. Holland, who has cerebral palsy, competed for Team USA in the 2022 Cairns Cup.
Holland opened the door to a potential Cairns Cup locally, and Five Iron Golf Shelby Township general manager Ryan Miller met with the Cairns Cup USA vice president, John Bell, and director Jonathan Snyder. From there, it all happened in the blink of an eye.
“We just connected right away,” Miller said. “I’ve done a lot of stuff with the Wounded Warrior Project before with the previous company I worked with, and I’ve always had a passion for that type of stuff. With Kevin (Holland) being one of — we say our mascot — but one of our main members, so finding that connection and meeting the guys, it was something I took to my corporate team right away. It seemed like a nobrainer for us, with our values and what we believe in as a company, matching up with them.”
Several months later, Five Iron Golf became the training center for both Team USA and Team Europe as they prepared for the 2024 tournament at Cherry Creek Golf Course, a course Holland calls his “home course.”
Team Europe made it more competitive this sea-
son, but it was Team USA who ultimately pulled off the 12.5-11.5 win in the three-day match play tournament.
Holland said it was a special feeling seeing everyone gather to compete for another year of the tournament, especially at his local course.
“I was really honored,” Holland said. “It was truly an experience to have it be at my own course and be able to help out with doing everything with bringing Five Iron in.”
Kim Moore, head coach of Western Michigan University’s women’s golf team, captained Team USA while Tineke Loogman, a golfer from the Netherlands, captained Team Europe.
It was the first time in tournament history both teams had women captains, and a significant change from when Moore, a leg amputee who competed in 2022, was the only woman on Team USA’s side the first year. This year, Europe featured four female golfers while Team USA had five.
Moore said the growth of the tournament from the first year to now has been immeasurable, but said the impact it brings to people with disabilities around the game of golf is what she’s really noticed.
“It just grows awareness for adaptive golf and people with disabilities,” Moore said. “Hopefully it’s bringing more awareness, and I know it is because I’ve played in a number of adaptive events in my lifetime, and it just continues to grow, and the participants
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ABOVE: Team Europe player
Chris Foster, a United Kingdom native, putts during the 2024 Cairns Cup tournament at Cherry Creek Golf Club on Aug. 2.
LEFT: Team USA player Brandon Williams, an Ohio native, sinks the tournament-clinching putt to give Team USA the win over Team Europe.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Police say woman hit patrol cars, parked vehicles while driving drunk
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township police were called for a vehicle that had struck several parked vehicles in the area of 24 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue and was still driving around the area July 21.
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When officers responded to the area of Ruann Drive and Connies Drive and located the suspect vehicle, the driver of the vehicle allegedly rammed a patrol car as the officer was attempting to stop her vehicle. A second patrol vehicle and officer got involved, and police said the driver struck that patrol vehicle as well. Then, while trying to flee, police said, the suspect drove aggressively toward bystanders, who jumped out of the way.
The driver then started to drive through backyards in an attempt to get away from officers, police said, before she allegedly struck a post and came to a stop.
In a press release Aug. 1, Shelby Township police identified Madison Forsyth, 33, of Rochester, as the driver of the vehicle and said that she appeared to be intoxicated at the time of the stop. Officers conducted field sobriety tests and then offered Forsyth a preliminary breath test. The PBT resulted in a 0.25% blood alcohol content.
Forsyth was arrested for operating while intoxicated, fleeing and eluding police, and felonious assault with a dangerous weapon. On July 22, Forsyth was arraigned
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CRIME WATCH
Fight breaks out between brothers
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 2:15 p.m. July 21, police officers responded to an address in the area of West Utica and Ryan roads for a domestic assault between two brothers.
Upon arrival, officers spoke with both brothers. Police said the suspect advised he was upset with his bother for how he was talking to other members of the family. The suspect reportedly stated that he reached his boiling point and started to wrestle his brother.
Police said the victim stated that his brother grabbed him by the neck and shoulder area and started hitting him. Police said the suspect was arrested for domestic assault and taken to the Police Department.
Injured man becomes uncooperative
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Officers
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Neighbor allegedly uses stick to threaten another neighbor
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 12:19 p.m. July 21, police officers from Shelby Township responded to the area of Howe Street and Woodall Road, off Auburn Road east of Ryan Road, for a neighbor trouble report. Officers met with the caller, who stated that she had been outside when a neighbor, who was holding a large stick, started to hit her garage and threatened her with violence. The caller was not injured, and the suspect reportedly refused to meet with officers. The case was sent to the Police Department’s detective bureau for follow-up.
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ship in Washington that supports that.”
Vance said that while Shelby Township is geographically far from the southern border, “It’s not far away from its problems.”
Vance mentioned a case in which the defendant allegedly sexually assaulted a minor.
“And I heard just earlier about a criminal who was deported from this community who came back in and then raped an 11-year-old girl, just in the past couple of months,” Vance said.
“I’m the father of a 2-year-old girl. I cannot imagine having a government that cares so little about you that they’re letting people who come into our communities get deported and come back in, and then they rape our children,” Vance said.
On July 30, the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office announced that a suspect identified as Joel Quintana-Dominguez, 32, from Shelby Township, was arraigned on three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a person under 13 years old while the defendant is 17 or older.
Prosecutors said Quintana-Dominguez sexually assaulted a relative multiple times this year, and they also said he “has an immigration hold from the Department of Homeland Security.”
The office of Quintana-Dominguez’s listed attorney, Neal J. Brand, declined to
Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido also briefly spoke at the event and said that “in Macomb County, we follow the law,” including working with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on cases involving undocumented people.
“We need to be clear that bad actions by the undocumented should not have a chilling effect on those who came here legally, like our ancestors,” Lucido said.
“However, the problem today is that law enforcement is challenging enough without adding immigration issues into the equation. That should never have happened here. This onslaught of undocumented crimes has brought a drastic impact on our law enforcement partners,” Lucido said.
‘Unless you have a border, there is no peace’
When Vance followed his remarks with a press conference, C & G Newspapers asked about comments Vance had made earlier that week.
In a discussion with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt, Vance said “the Iranians have leverage over us,” and he suspected that “probably a number of Iranian-related militias” have terrorist agents who have entered the U.S.
In Shelby Township, Vance was asked about that leverage and if he believed that these agents could be plotting a terrorist attack in the U.S. similar to the Oct. 7, 2023,
Shelby Township police Chief Robert Shelide introduces Vance at the event.
Photo by Erin Sanchez
Vance
one in Israel. In response, Vance confirmed that he believes that Iranian-backed militia groups are in the U.S. “because we know thousands of people have come across the U.S. southern border who have ties to terrorism.”
“Well, it really endangers your country, and I fear we’re going to have a very bad headline here and a lot of people who could lose their lives because Kamala Harris refuses to keep terrorists out of our country,” Vance said.
“It’s disgraceful, but it highlights the fact that unless you have a border, there is no peace and there is no security for American citizens, even in a place as far north as Shelby Township, Michigan.”
In a press release, the Michigan Democratic Party called Vance’s Shelby Town-
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on the three counts at 41A District Court in Shelby Township in front of Magistrate James A. Verploeg. Forsyth was released from custody after paying a $500 bond.
Sgt. Kevin Bailey, from the Shelby Township Police Department, said the whole incident could have been prevented and lives not put in danger if the driver had made different choices.
“The female driver gave no reason on her actions on that night. This was a very preventable crime. Shelby Township has a zero tolerance on drinking and driving. I am happy that no bystanders were injured when they were standing outside after hearing the commotion outside. The female driver not only drove at innocent people, she also dam-
ship stop “a stunt visit where he will lie to Michiganders about his and Trump’s record and agenda.” The release also accused Vance of “making weird comments about people without children while constantly voting against reproductive care like birth control or IVF.”
MDP Chair Lavora Barnes predicted that Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her newly named running mate for vice president, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, would use a Detroit appearance that same day to present Michiganders with a “drastically different campaign and a brighter vision for a future they can believe in.”
“Don’t be fooled, Vance will only fearmonger and spread misinformation at his event — because Republicans know they don’t have solutions to offer Michiganders,” Barnes said. “This rally will make it crystal clear that he doesn’t understand Michigan and he sure doesn’t understand our values.”
aged several vehicles along with two patrol vehicles,” he said.
Forsyth’s attorney, William Barnwell, declined to comment.
“Shelby Township Police are committed to protecting and serving our community from this type of reckless behavior,” Shelby Township Police Chief Robert Shelide said in the press release. “Our department will continue to have zero tolerance to drive under the influence of alcohol. I am just as shocked that this driver wreaked havoc in Shelby township causing damage to multiple vehicles before driving right at innocent civilians, thankful no one was injured. I was stunned to hear that Forsyth was allowed to leave after paying such a low bond after all the damage and danger she inflicted.”
The 41A District Court declined to comment when contacted.
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continue to grow, and the awareness continues to grow. You can see it through all the different adaptive tournaments throughout the U.S. and the different states starting their own and starting their own associations. It’s great to see.”
Moore said the number of fans with disabilities who came to watch the tournament take place was touching to see.
Team USA featured golfers from across the country with Pennsylvania (2), North Carolina (1), Indiana (4), Georgia (2), Ohio (1) and the state with the largest number of golfers, Michigan (6), all representing.
Moore said it’s fascinating to meet the new golfers and learn about their journey, but said at the end of the day it’s a team of golfers working together toward a common goal.
“Everybody has a different story and everybody is unique in that aspect, but when we come together, it’s golf,” Moore said. “It doesn’t matter what their disability is or what their story is. We’re all kind of in the same boat and going through our own challenges, but we’re all here to enjoy the game of golf, the camaraderie, and represent our countries, which is great.”
Team USA and Team Europe spent quality time throughout the week at Five Iron Golf, talking, golfing and partying a little bit at the opening party and after-party following the tournament.
When you watch their swings and how smooth the ball is struck, you’d never know the golfers had to overcome massive obstacles.
For Miller, he said there was only one word that he could use to describe it.
“For me, it’s inspirational more than anything,” Miller said. “I used to consider myself a good golfer. I don’t have as much time to play anymore, but still consider myself a pretty decent golfer. Seeing these guys, whether some are near or farsighted, some in wheelchairs, some with prosthetics or other limitations, there really is no limitation at the end of the day, and that’s what makes this game so fascinating. … There’s something in the game for you. Going in the tournament and playing with these guys and ladies and just seeing the energy they bring to the course, it’s inspirational.”
The 2026 Cairns Cup is set to be played at Celtic Manor in the United Kingdom with Team USA hoping to extend its winning streak to three, while 2028 in Florida and 2030 in Spain are also scheduled.
While this tournament is at the forefront of golfers with disabilities uniting on the course, the adaptive golf scene has grown significantly with tournaments and clinics all over the U.S courtesy of the U.S. Adaptive Golf Association.
“Everybody is different,” Holland said. “The great thing is that we’re doing clinics now, so if people are interested in wanting to get in the game, then get a hold of Five Iron and come in and you’ll probably see me in there practicing. It’s easier said than done. It’s usga.org if anyone is looking to get involved in adaptive golf. They’re the ones who do a lot of programs all over the U.S.”
For more information on adaptive golf, visit usaga.org. For more information on the Cairns Cup, visit www.thecairnscup.com.
Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.
SPORTS
C & G NEWSPAPERS PROJECTS THE STANDINGS FOR MAC FOOTBALL
JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
It’s been some time since a Macomb Area Conference team hoisted a state championship title — Clinton Township Chippewa Valley in 2018 to be exact — but the MAC is still as strong as ever.
Below is C & G Newspapers’ projected standings for the 2024-2025 MAC football season (regular season and division records from last year in parentheses).
MAC Red Division
Macomb Dakota (8-3, 3-2)
Chippewa Valley (9-3, 4-1)
Romeo (4-6, 3-2)
Utica Eisenhower (9-2, 4-1)
New Baltimore Anchor Bay (2-7, 0-5)
Sterling Heights Stevenson (4-6, 1-4)
C & G NEWSPAPERS PROJECTED STANDINGS FOR CHSL FOOTBALL
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
The Catholic High School League is shaping up to have a memorable season on its hands with a slew of teams fighting for the top spot in the Central Division and movement between Intersectional 1 and Intersectional 2 teams shaking up the divisions.
Below is C&G Newspapers’ projected standings for the 2024-2025 CHSL football season (regular season and division records from last year in parenthesis):
CHSL Central Division
Warren De La Salle Collegiate (11-3, 5-1)
Toledo Catholic Central (16-0, 6-0)
Orchard Lake St. Mary’s (3-6, 3-3)
Detroit Catholic Central (8-3, 4-2)
Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice (0-9, 0-6)
Toledo St. John’s Jesuit (4-7, 2-4)
Similar to how the Macomb Area Conference Red or Oakland Activities Association Red operate, the CHSL Central Division is truly a
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LEFT: Warren De La Salle Collegiate head coach Dan Rohn looks on during the Catholic High School League’s media day on July 31 at Farmington Hills Mercy High School. CENTER: Macomb Lutheran North head coach Garrett Wenzelburger speaks at the Catholic High School League media day on July 31 at Farmington Hills Mercy High School. RIGHT: Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice head coach Aaron Marshall smiles in his new uniform as he enters his first year leading the Brother Rice sidelines.
The Utica Eisenhower sideline cheers after a touchdown last season. File photo by Erin Sanchez
CAR BUFFS FLOCK TO UTICA
ABOVE: Utica’s Gasoline Alley, the annual car show, swap meet and gasoline memorabilia show in downtown Utica, takes place Aug. 10.
ABOVE: Attendees check out a long line of classic cars.
LEFT: A Wile E. Coyote plush adds some humor to this display of a 1969 1/2 Plymouth Road Runner.
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Glow Run
The Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation states that its mission is to help young adults ages 18 to 40 to social support systems and services that can help them mentally as well as physically. Hines was a high school junior in 2008 when she was diagnosed with kidney cancer. She graduated on time and attended Michigan State University. She attended some camps for young people with cancer that changed her outlook and gave her strength. Hines fought cancer for approximately four years before she passed away on March 1, 2012.
“We believe that it was those camp experiences that gave Cassie the inner peace to not just live life but experience it in the moment and appreciate all the gifts God gave her,” the foundation states on its website.
Jennifer Daidone, Glow Run cochair, said that when she first got involved, she was able to meet Hines and became friends with her.
“I got involved with the CHSCF from the start. I met Cassie through my thennext door neighbor — she was her niece. Through the years living next door, we became very good friends and I was fortunate enough to get to know Cassie better. She was such a determined young lady who was on a mission to kick cancer’s butt,” Diadone said.
She said Cassie fought every step of the way — one surgery after another — always with a smile on her face and positive outlook.
“She was such an inspiration to everyone whose lives she touched,” Diadone said. “Her parents, Karen and Chris, are the nicest and (most) caring people you will ever meet — their faith in God carried them through and continues today,” she said.
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She said she volunteered to be co-chair of the CHSCF Glow Run so that she could help in some small way to change the lives of some young adults who are battling cancer and send them to a camp for a week where they can connect and make friends with others who are dealing with the same feelings and uncertainties.
“Going to camp was the best experience Cassie had through her illness that helped her relate to other people on her level and who did not treat her as a cancer patient. That is why the foundation started, so that Cassie’s legacy would live on so she could help others experience joy again and make new friendships,” she said.
Ryan Swiatkowski, Glow Run cochair, said they have volunteers from all over the community who come and give their time, along with the Romeo High School football team volunteering to help direct and cheer on runners on the course.
“We have a DJ playing music and announcing winners, along with videos and pictures of Base 2 Summit, our retreat for young adults recovering or going through cancer, to help show the community what their donations go to help support,” he said.
He said the Glow Run means a lot to the foundation and was the first event that CHSCF put together when it was founded.
“It is how we were able to reach out and talk to the community about an overlooked need that we saw. My dad helped Chris Hines set up the first few Glow Runs and now helps him put on the CHSCF Gala in the spring, and I feel it is kind of a passing of the torch to keep this going, but also in memory of Cassie, since we were friends growing up,” he said.
For more information and to register, visit cassiehinesshoescancer.org/glow-run.
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It will be a feeling-out year for the MAC Red with longtime Chippewa Valley coach Scott Merchant moving to Lawrence Technological University and Utica Eisenhower and Romeo each graduating a core of talent, but don’t be surprised if Macomb Dakota is league champion when it’s all said and done.
Chippewa Valley, who won a share of the league last year with Eisenhower, was the thorn in Dakota’s side both in the regular season and the playoffs, eliminating the Cougars in districts.
Like Eisenhower and Romeo, Chippewa Valley graduated four all-region players including longtime quarterback Andrew Schuster, who is now at Grand Valley State University.
Eisenhower lost its four-year starter at quarterback, with Preston Crum now with Merchant at LTU, while also graduating allregion players Hayden Bills, Devin Steele and Cody Raymond, who anchored a defensive unit that allowed 15.6 points per game against MAC Red opponents.
For Dakota, the return of senior quarterback Jadon Ford, who missed some action due to injury last year, will be a key boost along with the return of all-region players Brady Hamby (RB/LB), Nick Battaglia (OL), Tyler Torey (DL) and Michigan State University commits Di’Mari Malone (LB) and Justin Bell (OT).
It’s the MAC Red, so home field advantage and breather weeks don’t tend to exist in this space. Since 2010, Dakota leads the head-to-head series against Eisenhower 109, Romeo 12-6, and Chippewa Valley 13-9.
As much attention as the top four teams received last year, Anchor Bay and Stevenson were playing solid brands of football to put multiple league opponents on potential upset alert.
Stevenson suffered one-score losses to Romeo, Dakota and Eisenhower in three straight weeks after starting the season 2-0, while Anchor Bay had one-score losses to Chippewa Valley, Eisenhower and Dakota after starting its season 2-0.
You’ll never know how the tide might have turned if Anchor Bay or Stevenson squeaked out a win against one of the heavyweights to move to 3-0, but you certainly have to keep your eyes wide open for them this season in the MAC Red.
MAC White Division
Grosse Pointe South (9-2, 5-0) Roseville (8-4, 3-2)
St. Clair Shores Lakeview (7-3, 4-1) Utica (4-6, 2-3)
PLAYERS TO WATCH IN THE MAC FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Mahti Gwilly (ATH), Utica
Donovan Rey (RB), Harrison Township L’Anse Creuse
Conner Temple (WR), Utica Eisenhower
Deshaun Lanier (WR), Chippewa Valley
Eric Thomas Jr. (WR), Chippewa Valley
Brady Hamby (LB/RB), Macomb Dakota
Di’Mari Malone (LB), Macomb Dakota
Justin Bell (OT), Macomb Dakota
Jadon Ford (QB), Macomb Dakota
Isaiah Domey (RB), New Baltimore Anchor Bay
Gerry Hanson III (WR/DB), New Baltimore Anchor Bay
Jude Osanaiye (DE), Sterling Heights Stevenson
Andrew Knight (QB), Sterling Heights Stevenson
Jack Lupo (QB), Grosse Pointe South
Wyatt Hepner (DB), Grosse Pointe South
Vince Vachon (WR), Grosse Pointe South
Desmond Straughton (ATH), Roseville
Eric Slater (WR), Roseville
Jordan Simes (QB), Roseville
Michael Chude (DE), Roseville
Bobby Clark II (OT), St. Clair Shores Lakeview
Nathan Wolschleger (OL), Macomb L’Anse Creuse North
L’Anse Creuse (4-6, 1-4)
L’Anse Creuse North (2-7, 1-4 Blue)
Roseville was looking like an unstoppable force last year after beating Romeo in the second game of the season, but a loss to league rival St. Clair Shores Lakeview spun the Panthers’ wheels out of control.
That’s life in the MAC White, and Grosse Pointe South has owned the MAC White for the past two seasons, posting a 10-0 league record and back-to-back league titles.
Returning Jack Lupo (QB) and all-region talents Vince Vachon (WR), Lex Wilson (LB), and Wyatt Hepner (DB), South is retooled for another strong season in the league.
The only thing that stopped South’s reign in the MAC White was its two years in the MAC Red in ’20 and ’21, but prior to that, the Blue Devils were league champions for four straight seasons.
To put it in perspective, South last lost a MAC White regular season game on Sept. 4 of 2015 to Romeo, who is now in the MAC Red.
Until proven otherwise, the MAC White belongs to the Blue Devils.
Roseville still has impact players in Desmond Straughton (RB/DB), Eric Slater (WR) and Jordan Simes (QB), along with returners on the defense, and even got the bet-
Derek Grygorcewicz (WR/CB), Port Huron
Mike Kronner (QB), Warren Mott
Amir Morelan (WR/DB), Port Huron Northern
Lincoln Watkins (TE), Port Huron Northern
Kameran Hayward (WR/DB), Warren Cousino
Corshaun Williams (WR/DB), Fraser
Michael Brown (QB/WR/DB), Utica Ford II
Evan Bainbridge (OL/DL), Grosse Pointe North
Demontae Edwards (WR/DB), Warren Fitzgerald
Aidan Grzesikowski (QB/DB), Madison Heights Lamphere
Ja’Sean Dean (WR/DB), St. Clair Shores Lake Shore
Amari Richardson (TE), Warren Woods Tower
Jawuan Kimble (WR/DB), Sterling Heights
Collin Gabler (TE/DE), Marine City
Mason Delor (LB/CB), Marysville
Masai Ali (RB), Center Line
Rafeal Payne (RB/LB), St. Clair Shores South Lake
Ben Farkas (QB/ATH), St. Clair
Montrell Parker (RB/DB), Hazel Park
Hunter Garrison (RB/DB), Clawson
Jeremiah Hutson (WR/DB), Warren Lincoln
Joseph Celaj (K), Romeo
ter of South in the playoffs, but will have to make it happen in the regular season in order to be league champions.
Lakeview still has a puncher’s chance to make some noise, but graduating all-region players Branden Harris (RB) and David Osagiede (DL) along with Corion Lattimore, Keonte Woolf and Tucker Weddle will make it tough.
MAC Blue Division
Port Huron (7-3, 5-0)
Warren Mott (6-4, 3-2)
Port Huron Northern (7-3, 4-1)
Warren Cousino (6-4, 4-1 Gold)
Fraser (4-5, 2-3)
Utica Ford II (2-7, 0-5 White)
Going for its fifth straight MAC Blue title, Port Huron continues to put on a clinic in league play.
Warren Mott gave Port Huron a run for its money, but ultimately ended up on the losing side of a 32-31 affair.
Port Huron is 2-0 against Warren Mott since Mott rejoined the MAC Blue in 2022, but Port Huron Northern will look for its rubber match against Mott this season as both schools are deadlocked at 1-1.
Cousino, who tied with Grosse Pointe North and Warren Fitzgerald for first in the MAC Gold last year, is intriguing because
the Patriots have a chance to rewrite a rather disappointing finish to their time in the MAC Blue in 2019, when a winless season dropped Cousino to the MAC Gold.
MAC Gold Division
Grosse Pointe North (7-4, 4-1)
Warren Fitzgerald (4-6, 4-1)
Madison Heights Lamphere (7-3, 3-2 Silver)
St. Clair Shores Lake Shore (3-6, 2-3)
Warren Woods Tower (2-7, 1-4) Sterling Heights (0-9, 0-5 Blue)
Grosse Pointe North was able to extend its league-winning streak to two, tying with Warren Cousino and Warren Fitzgerald for first, but it has to be kicking itself for not winning it outright after falling to Warren Fitzgerald in the final league game of the season.
North would eventually eliminate Fitzgerald in the first round of districts, but it was just the type of loss you shake your head at after North beat Fitzgerald 50-0 a year prior.
Warren Fitzgerald has athletes and is going to give North another fight this year in the league, but keep tabs on Madison Heights Lamphere, who has posted four straight seasons with seven or more wins.
Utica Eisenhower senior Conner Temple runs through the Utica defense. File photo by Erin Sanchez
PLAYERS TO WATCH IN THE CHSL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Sante Gasperoni (QB), Warren De La Salle
Damion King IV (WR), Warren De La Salle
Collegiate
Jacob Tur (DL), Warren De La Salle
Dalton Drogosh (LB), Warren De La Salle
Jabin Gonzales (QB), Orchard Lake St. Mary’s
Charles White (LB), Orchard Lake St. Mary’s
Bryson Williams (ATH), Orchard Lake St. Mary’s
Jayden Savoury (TE), Orchard Lake St. Mary’s
Jaden Pydyn (ATH), Detroit Catholic Central
Benjamin Eziuka (OL), Detroit Catholic Central
Lee Krueger (RB/LB), Detroit Catholic Central
Kadale Williams (RB), Jackson Lumen Christi
Dante Banks (ATH), University of Detroit Jesuit
Zachary Green (DL), University of Detroit Jesuit
Marcello Vitti (ATH), Dearborn Divine Child
Antonio Sobush (RB/SS), Riverview Gabriel
Richard
Joseph Calhoun (RB/LB), Riverview Gabriel
Richard
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dogfight each week, and expected improvements from Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice and Orchard Lake St. Mary’s only makes it more of a gauntlet.
Warren De La Salle Collegiate, which lost to Muskegon in the Division 2 state finals, and Toledo Central Catholic, which won its sixth Ohio state title last year, are the two heavyweights hoping one of its league counterparts can do some dirty work and give one of the top teams a loss before DLS and Central Catholic meet up on Sept. 20.
Central Catholic won the first meeting between the two schools 28-23 on their turf, but DLS will have the home field advantage this time around.
It’s always been about retooling a graduating class for DLS, but the Pilots return a healthy amount of all-Region talent in Jacob Hoffman (OL), Damion King IV (WR), Sante Gasperoni (QB), Jacob Tur (DL), Anthony Presnell (DL), Dalton Drogosh (LB) and Isaiah Jones (DB), who are not only motivated to regain control of the Central Division but to take back the D2 state championship.
Orchard Lake St. Mary’s (OLSM) and Detroit Catholic Central (DCC) are prime candidates for throwing a wrench in the plans of a DLS or Central Catholic, but the two schools are also geared up for another battle after a 16-14 DCC win over OLSM last year ultimately swung DCC to finish third and
Bryson Franklin (OL), Ann Arbor Father Gabriel
Richard
Raylon Murry (MLB/ATH), Detroit Loyola
Owen Steinke (WR/DB), Bloomfield Hills
Cranbrook Kingswood
Mitchell Brewer (OL/DL), Madison Heights
Bishop Foley
Lucas Roman (RB/LB), Allen Park Cabrini
Cam Spezia (WR/DB), Marine City Cardinal
Mooney
James Nedwick (ATH), Clarkston Everest
Collegiate
Alex Asai (RB/LB), Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes
Josh Cairo (SB/LB), Royal Oak Shrine Catholic
Gary Stacy (RB), Grosse Pointe Woods University
Liggett
Hudson MacDonald (QB/WR), Macomb Lutheran North
Brady Thomas, Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice
OLSM to finish fourth in the league.
This year will be on OLSM’s turf as the Eaglets host DLS and DCC in back-to-back weeks.
For Brother Rice, you hope the offseason splash of hiring former Southfield A&T football coach Aaron Marshall motivates the guys this year.
Marshall, who led Southfield A&T to its first state title in school history last year, can only improve on a record that saw Brother Rice go winless for the first time since 1963, but his squad will start out with an immediate test in Roseville, which blanked Brother Rice 41-0 to open the 2023 season.
CHSL AA Division
Jackson Lumen Christi (13-1, 3-0)
Detroit U of D Jesuit (7-3, 2-1)
Dearborn Divine Child (6-5, 1-2)
Toledo St. Francis De Sales (1-9, 1-5 Central)
The CHSL AA Division is really in the hands of Jackson Lumen Christi, which is looking for its third-straight Division 7 state championship.
Lumen Christi outscored league opponents 105-19 en route to an unbeaten league record and 13-1 season.
Toledo St. Francis De Sales will make the jump from the Central Division to the AA, but De Sales hasn’t shown enough to prove it’s a worthy challenger to the Titans.
Until Jesuit or Divine Child steps up, it will more so be about the battle for second
CHARTER
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held before the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Shelby, Macomb County, Michigan, on Tuesday August 20, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Township Municipal Building located at 52700 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, Michigan 48316, upon the application of MFC Netform, LLC for the approval of an Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption Certifcate (IFEC) pursuant to the provisions of Public Act 198 of 1974, as amended.
The property information where the IFEC Application will be considered is as follows:
Property Legal Description:
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The owners of said land and any other residents or taxpayers of the Charter Township of Shelby shall have the right to appear at said Public Hearing and be heard by the Township Board.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or service at the meeting should contact the Shelby Township Clerk’s Offce at (586) 731-5102, or TDD (586) 726-2731.
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Medicare Learning Services
Te professionals at Medicare Learning Services in Clinton Township, a privately funded nonproft, provides residents with information they need to make informed decisions on their Medicare insurance choices. Anyone who has been through the Medicare process knows how valuable accurate, timely information can be.
Medicare Learning Services ofers a free course open to anyone in the area and targeted for adults 60 and over or their caregivers and family members. Tere is no fee to attend the course, which typically is held the third Tursday of each month at Macomb Community College. A regular advertisement about the free session runs in C & G Newspapers.
Attendees beneft from a relaxed environment where they will not be sold anything, but instead are there to learn everything they can about Medicare. Tey will leave the course with a better understanding of their options so they can make more informed decisions. For example, guests will receive information to help them understand the available enrollment periods, Medicare-related costs, diferences between Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, and more. Each session lasts two hours, and there is time for a robust question and answer session at the end.
Tere’s no fancy dinner, just water and information that is designed to help couples and individuals make the right Medicare choices based on their specifc situation. While the topic is serious, the presentation is entertaining and easy-tofollow. Guests can learn how to establish a Medicare account without having to go to a Social Security ofce in person.
Since Medicare Learning Services began hosting these free sessions, the local nonproft has helped thousands of individuals make more informed Medicare decisions. Tere are changes on the horizon that will impact Americans and their Medicare in the coming months, so now is the time to sign up if you are eligible for Medicare.
Finding the correct answer to a Medicare question online can be difcult and impossible. Fortunately, residents don’t have to feel uncomfortable or embarrassed about the challenges of dealing with the Medicare system when they attend a free informational session from Medicare Learning Services. To sign up for a class or for a list of upcoming free courses, call (586) 465-0588.
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Revive Therapeutic Massage and Meditation Center opens in Shelby Township
Revive Therapeutic Massage and Meditation Center, located in The Corners shopping center at 22 Mile Road and Hayes in Shelby Township, opened its doors July 1.
The business was founded by a mother and her two daughters with a mission to provide a welcoming space for the community to unwind and learn stress management techniques, according to the company.
It offers a range of classes that the owners said cater to all levels, from beginner to expert, including tai chi, meditation, and massage sessions designed to help alleviate stress and pain.
The owners said their massage therapists bring a wealth of experience and specialize in various techniques, including relaxation methods and therapeutic methods.
They said the center aims to foster a supportive environment where individuals can effectively combat stress and improve their overall well-being.
For more information, visit www.ReviveMassageandMeditation.com or call (586) 291-2280.
as Jesuit and Divine Child continue to put on great matchups.
Our projected standings favor Jesuit this season, which has beaten Divine Child in six-straight matchups and returns a core of all-Region talent in Jacob Bellinger (OL), Elijah Dotson (WR), Zach Green (DL), Kasim Gozic (LB), and DaCari Gilkey (DB).
Intersectional 1 Division
Detroit Loyola (4-6, 0-3 AA)
Riverview Gabriel Richard (8-5, 2-2)
Macomb Lutheran North (9-3, 4-0)
Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett (7-3, 4-1 Int 2)
Ann Arbor Father Gabriel Richard (8-3, 3-1) Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook Kingswood (2-7, 1-3)
Aside from the Central Division, this may be one of the more fun league title races to watch for the upcoming year.
You could spend hours putting multiple teams in different spots to finish, and the likelihood is it will still be incorrect by the time the season is over.
Detroit Loyola, which is picked to finish in first in the Catholic League’s preseason poll, and Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett, which played in Intersectional 2 after leaving Intersectional 1 in 2021, are the two unknowns for this league.
Loyola played one Intersectional 1 opponent last year in Cranbrook Kingswood, and they beat them 59-20, but that’s also a last place Cranbrook Kingswood team.
Liggett, on the other hand, is no stranger to Intersectional 1 play, but it would be better to have an elephant’s memory when trying to think about its tenure in the league.
The Knights were a bottom-half team, but the program is in a much better place than when the division last saw it.
Macomb Lutheran North and Riverview Gabriel Richard both return a core of talent that should have both teams contending again for a league title, but don’t count out Liggett to be a dangerous play each week.
Lutheran North is coming off a season where the program brought home its first district title and the most regular season wins in school history.
Lutheran North will travel to Riverview Gabriel Richard High School on Oct. 11, and Riverview Gabriel Richard has had Lutheran North’s number at home.
Since 2015, Riverview Gabriel Richard has four-straight wins over Lutheran North at home.
CHSL Intersectional 2 Division
Clarkston Everest Collegiate (9-3, 5-0)
Marine City Cardinal Mooney (6-5, 3-2)
Madison Heights Bishop Foley (1-8, 0-4 Int #1)
Allen Park Cabrini (5-6, 2-3)
Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes (3-6, 1-4)
Royal Oak Shrine Catholic (1-8, 0-5)
It’s Clarkston Everest Collegiate’s league and everyone else is just playing in it.
Everest Collegiate outscored returning league opponents 147-39 last year en route to an unbeaten record, which didn’t include Everest Collegiate’s second win over Cardinal Mooney in the playoffs.
You could make an argument that Cardinal Mooney gave Everest Collegiate its toughest test in the league, but returning only three players on offense and four on defense leaves a lot of questions that only its play on the field can figure out.
University Liggett was the only team to really make Everest Collegiate sweat in a 31-29 game favoring Everest Collegiate, but the Knights are no longer the concern of any Intersectional 2 teams.
Allen Park Cabrini and Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes hope their returning starters can help improve on last year’s finish with the CHSL preseason poll picking league newcomer Bishop Foley to finish ahead of both the schools in third while Cardinal Mooney is slated to be in second.
It was a disaster year for Bishop Foley across the board in 2023, but it’s hoping to find its footing in Intersectional 2 play. Even in as tough of a position as Foley was in, it handled Shrine Catholic 33-6 last year, a Shrine Catholic team that had close losses with Cabrini (13-7) and Our Lady of the Lakes (28-21).
MAC
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MAC Silver Division
Marine City (9-2, 5-0)
Marysville (8-3, 4-1)
Eastpointe (1-8, 0-5 Gold)
Center Line (3-6, 2-3 Bronze)
St. Clair Shores South Lake (3-6, 1-4)
St. Clair (2-7, 0-5)
Marine City has won five straight MAC Silver titles with its last regular season league loss coming on Sept. 14 of 2018.
Marysville will likely put up a fight and have people wondering if this will be the year Marine City goes down, but until proven otherwise, the MAC Silver belongs to the Mariners.
MAC Bronze Division
Hazel Park (4-5, 3-2)
Clawson (7-3, 5-0)
Warren Lincoln (5-4, 4-1)
Clinton Township Clintondale (4-6, 2-3 Silver)
New Haven (1-8, 1-4)
Madison Heights Madison (0-9, 0-5)
The MAC Bronze could have one of the more exciting finishes this season with four teams potentially fighting for the top spot in the league.
Hazel Park has hung around the past two seasons and given Clawson a fight when they play, but you can’t count out Warren Lincoln or Clintondale either as teams who could make some noise.
Shelby Township Fine Art Society showcases works of art at cafe
BY KARA SZYMANSKI kszymanski@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Fine Art Society is celebrating the installation of its 30th art show at Sweetwaters Coffee and Tea, 45629 Hayes Road.
The art will be on display until Oct. 4. Many of the pieces will be available for purchase while they are being showcased. Numerous paintings have been sold since the shows at Sweetwaters started in June 2019.
The partnership has all been made possible by Dave Grimes, owner of Sweetwaters Cafe, and Sara Katsavrias and Patti and Pete Connors from the Shelby Township Fine Art Society.
Katsavrias, the Shelby Township Fine Art Society president, said it has been a great team effort since 2019.
“It has been a great partnership with owner Dave Grimes. Every two months, 20 new original pieces of art by one of our 64 members is hung for the public to view. It is a win-win situation: Dave has art decorating his walls and we have a place to showcase and sell our art. Please come visit and
maybe purchase a piece for that perfect wall at home,” she said.
Grimes said he is proud of the relationship with the Shelby Township Fine Art Society.
“The beautiful art and wonderful artists have helped us to achieve a creative vibe at Sweetwaters, which was our goal starting at our grand opening five years ago. Our cafe feels like a coffee shop art gallery. We even have unveilings of new artwork about every six weeks. We started with a mission to support the local art community and have exceeded expectations at all levels,” he said.
The subjects of some of the artwork on display include animals, nature and even patterns.
Patti Connor, the society’s program and workshop director, and her husband, Pete, help Katsavrias with the hanging of the artwork.The society was founded in 2000 with the purpose of promoting, teaching and encouraging fine art through monthly meetings, workshops, exhibits and demonstrations.
Call Staff Writer Kara Szymanski at (586) 498-1029.
The Shelby Township Fine Art Society is celebrating the installation of its 30th show at Sweetwaters Coffee and Tea in Shelby Township.
Photo provided by Diane Mueller
WUJEK-CALCATERRA & SONS: Round-the-Clock Compassion since 1913
With 15 licensed funeral directors, totaling 350 years of combined experience, Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is uniquely qualifed to bring peace and comfort to grieving families in their time of need. And these aren’t ordinary funeral directors. Each one was specifcally sought out by the Wujek and Calcaterra families based on their individual talents and expertise.
Licensed funeral director Dominick Astorino, managing director at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, is honored to be a part of this exceptional team. “My colleagues and I are career professionals,” stated Astorino. “Most of us have been with Wujek-Calcaterra for over 20 years. We are dedicated to our career in a long-standing way.
“We also have an excellent collection of younger funeral directors. As the embalming professor at Wayne State University School of Mortuary Science, I have taught many of them. I see their potential from the frst day I meet them and watch them develop.”
Tese devoted individuals represent a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds. Tey have formed enduring relationships with local families and the community. Tey are familiar with the neighborhood churches and have worked alongside their pastors. Tis allows them to connect with all types of families, putting them at
ease at a most difcult and overwhelming time.
Furthermore, their compassion isn’t strictly confned to business hours. Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is one of the few funeral homes in the area where there is someone present 24/7.
According to Astorino, “We have never taken a day of since opening our original location in Detroit back in 1913. Christmas, holidays, brownouts, the worst snow storms – there has always been someone here to pick up the phone. We treat our families the way we would like to be treated. Tey never have to talk to an answering machine, and they know their loved one is never lef unattended.”
In addition to the 15 funeral directors, there is a support staf of 35 capable and compassionate individuals to complete the team at Wujek-Cacaterra & Sons. “We can serve all of our families, giving them everything they need – much like a personalized concierge.”
From preplanning to afercare services, Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is available seven days a week, 365 days a year. Tey ofer two welcoming locations: 36900 Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights, phone (586) 588-9117; and 54880 Van Dyke Avenue in Shelby Township, phone (586) 217-3316. For more information, visit wujekcalcaterra.com or follow Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons on Facebook.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
AUG. 15
Thursday Walks: 1-2.5 miles along Clinton River, 6 p.m., starts at Clinton River Heritage Park, 44505 Van Dyke Ave. in Utica
Blood drive: 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Gardner White, 14055 Hall Road in Shelby Township, participants receive $50 off next purchase and chance to win $500 gift certificate, appointments encouraged, www. news.gardner-white.com
AUG. 16
Nighttime Nature: Fireflies: Interactive learning program, 8-9:30 p.m., Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Road in Shelby Township, metroparks.com/events
AUG. 17
Mom 2 Mom Sale: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., strollers and leashed dogs welcome, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, packardprovinggrounds.org
AUG. 19
Widowed Friends lunch: 1:30 p.m., Boston’s Restaurant, 15133 Hall Road in Shelby Township, RSVP to Elaine at (586) 291-2471
AUG. 22 & 29
Macomb Ballet Company auditions: For dancers 8-19, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 51504 Danview Technology Ct. in Shelby Township, performances include “The Nutcracker” Dec. 7-9 and “Wizard of Oz” April 25-27, 2025, (586) 843-3374, macombballet.org
AUG. 25
Wedding Garage Sale: 1-3 p.m., also Nov. 24, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, www.packard provinggrounds.org
AUG. 30
Movie night: Free games, prizes and “Shrek” at dusk, plus Utica Lions Club selling refreshments, Grant Park, 8243 Hahn St. in Utica, cityofutica.org
SEPT. 7
Trash 2 Treasure: Inaugural event with free admission, also enter-
tainment for kids, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Grant Park, 8243 Hahn St. in Utica, trash2treasureutica@gmail.com
SEPT. 7-8
Utica Antiques Market: 8-5 p.m. Sept. 7 and 8-4 p.m. Sept. 8, Knights Park & Pavilion, 11541 21 Mile Road in Shelby Township, (586) 2543495, uticaantiques.com
SEPT. 11
Business-to-business networking and vendor show: Also raffles, corn hole, food trucks and music, supports iCare of Michigan (assists with medical, financial or emergency needs for children, adults or families), open to public, 5-8 p.m., Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, biziq4u.com/events
SEPT. 14
Glow Run 5K: Benefit for The Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation, route includes River Bends Park and Jimmy John’s Field, also mile run at ballpark, 7:40 p.m. start (5:30 p.m. registration), 7171 Auburn Road in Utica, www.cassiehinesshoescancer.org/event/13th-annualglow-run-5k
Daylily hybridizing program and auction: Presented by Riverbend Daylily Garden, 10 a.m., Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive in Shelby Township, midaylilysociety.com
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Farmers market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays until Oct. 19, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, www. shelbyfarmersmarket.org
Splash pad: Open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily until Sept. 2 (toddler time 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays), for Shelby Township and Utica residents, Chief Gene Shepherd Park, 2452 23 Mile Road in Shelby Township, (586) 731-0300, shelbyprm@shelbytwp.org, shelbytwp.org/ our-township/summer
Weekend Unwind: Free concert series runs 7-10 p.m. Aug. 16 (Classic Maniacs), Aug. 23 (American Ages Band), Aug. 30 (The Geri’s) and Sept. 6 (Detroit Social Club Band), Memorial Park next to Utica Public Library, 7530 Auburn Road, fireworks can be seen from nearby Jimmy John’s Field, cityofutica.org
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Feeding Time: Learn about and see what animals eat, 1-2 p.m. Saturdays, Nature Center at Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Road in Shelby Township, metroparks.com/events
United Shore Professional Baseball League: Select Thursdays-Sundays until Sept. 7, Jimmy John’s Field, 7171 Auburn Road in Utica, uspbl.com
Shelby Writers’ Group: Meets 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Shelby Township Library, 52610 Van Dyke Ave., (586) 739-7414
Monthly book clubs: Evening Book Club (meets 6:30 p.m. every second Tuesday), Mystery Book Club (10:30 a.m. every second Saturday) and Afternoon Book Club (1 p.m. every third Thursday), Shelby Township Library, 52610 Van Dyke Ave., shelbytwp.org/government/ departments/library
• Not Your Parents’ Book Club, 7 p.m. every last Tuesday, 22nd Street Steakhouse, 48900 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, shelbytwp.org/ government/departments/library
• 11 a.m.-noon every first Friday, Utica Public Library, 7530 Auburn Road, uticalibrary.com
Widowed Friends events: Breakfasts at 10:30 a.m. every third Tuesday of month, Pancake Factory, 13693 23 Mile Road in Shelby Township, RSVP to Ellen at (586) 489-2569
• Cards, games and friendship, 1-3:45 p.m. every fourth Friday of month, bring snack to share and own beverage, St. Therese of Lisieux, 48115 Schoenherr Road in Shelby Township, RSVP to Victoria at (586) 566-7936
• Golf at 9:28 a.m. every Monday, Stony Creek Metropark Golf Course, 5140 Main Parkway in Shelby Township, RSVP to Ted at (248) 4254879
Open mic: Hosted by Shelby Music Society, 7 p.m. every second Saturday of month, doors at 6:30 p.m., Shelby Township Activities Center, 14975 21 Mile Road, shelbymusic society@yahoo.com
assembling crossbow
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A 59-year-old Shelby Township man who was reportedly known to police is said to have pulled next to an officer who was parked and monitoring for speeders on Moross Road at around 8:42 p.m. July 24 and asked the officer if he knew how to assemble a crossbow.
The Shelby Township man, who police said was driving on a suspended license, then drove away from the officer and went to the Public Safety Department with the crossbow, seeking the same help putting it together. Police told the suspect that he wasn’t free to leave when he entered the lobby and asked him for his vehicle keys, which he initially denied having with him. A police report states that the keys were in the suspect’s pocket.
Police impounded his vehicle and issued the suspect a ticket for driving with license suspended. During an inventory search of the vehicle before it was impounded, police said they found a box containing a new, unassembled crossbow on the front passenger seat. The weapon was placed into the property room for safekeeping.
Earlier in the day, police said, the suspect presented them with a note telling them some people were looking for him and were going to shoot him in the face. An officer asked him if he intended to use the crossbow to protect himself, and he responded, “Possibly.” Police pointed out that the suspect would be no match for someone with a gun, to which the suspect answered, “You know what? If I leave my car somewhere and they come up to it, who knows, you know what I mean?” Police warned the suspect that lying in wait for someone with the intention of shooting them with a crossbow would constitute first-degree murder.
Breaking and entering suspects sought
GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Police said that for the second time in two weeks, several unknown young male suspects allegedly broke into a business in the 20000 block of Mack Avenue and stole multiple liquor products. The most recent incident took place at around 5 a.m. July 22.
Suspects arrested
GROSSE POINTE CITY/PARK — At around 3:45 a.m. July 25 in the area of Kercheval Avenue and Nottingham Road, Grosse Pointe City officers apprehended one of two suspects sought in connection with a larceny from auto while assisting their colleagues in Grosse Pointe Park; this suspect is said in a police report to have been an 18-year-old Detroit man who fled on a stolen bike. A report states that a second suspect was arrested as well. The second suspect, a 20-year-old
Park Public Safety reported that both suspects admitted to have been breaking into vehicles in the 1100 block of Nottingham and stealing items.
Fraud reported
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 12:29 p.m. on July 8, a report was made about a case of fraud that occurred on July 5 in the 22000 block of Sunnyside Street.
An officer was working the front desk at the St. Clair Shores Police Department when the victim, a 19-year-old man, came in to make a report. He stated he received a text from his bank that said there was a charge for $1,502. He declined the charge and was called by a person claiming to be the bank.
The person on the other line stated the victim would have to put his money in a secure spot and advised him to set up a Zelle account. The victim did so and transferred money to the person. The amount lost was $1,500.
Larceny reported
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 7:07 p.m. on July 16, a report was made about a bike theft in the 23000 block of Greater Mack Avenue.
The officer met the caller, a 66-year-old man, who stated he left his bicycle outside before he went into the business at that location. When he came back out, the bike was gone. Video surveillance provided by the shift supervisor, a 28-year-old woman, showed a man exit the store, walk toward the bicycle and ride away on it.
The suspect was also carrying a tote that appeared to be full. The shift supervisor said the man did not buy anything. The officer checked the area for the man and the bike.
More fraud reported
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 7:12 p.m. on July 14, a report was made about a case of fraud that occurred in the 27000 block of Grant Street.
An officer was working the front desk of the St. Clair Shores Police Department when the victim came in to make a report. He stated he was outside working when a truck pulled up and three men walked out of it. They asked if a man the victim knew did his roof. He confirmed that he did, and he assumed the men worked with the person. The men asked if the victim wanted some work done on his house and the victim asked them to give him a quote. The men started working on his house and when the victim asked how much it was going to cost, one of the men said a price you can’t refuse.
When the victim went into the house and came out 10 minutes later, the three men were sitting on
work. The victim stated he didn’t have any cash. One of the men stated they didn’t have a card reader and the price would go up to $9,900 due to taxes and fees. The victim got in the car to go to the bank and the men followed him, stating that if he wanted to pay with a card to follow them. They led the victim to a jeweler where he paid a total of $10,400 for gold coins. The man who walked into the jeweler with the victim seemed to know the guy at the counter. The man that the victim paid for the coins and the man he walked in with said they’d be back tomorrow with more material and left with the coins.
Medication goes missing
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 4:51 p.m. July 1, an officer from the Shelby Township Police Department responded to an address in the area of 22 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue for a larceny complaint. The director of the business at this location was notified that medication for a patient was missing. There were no suspects at the time of the officer’s arrival and the case was turned over to the Police Department’s detective bureau for follow-up.
Woman found screaming, lost
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township police officers responded to Village Club Apartments on Dequindre Road for loud noises at 1:51 a.m. July 7. Upon officers’ arrival, they observed a woman in the area of one of the apartments yelling and screaming. The woman was quickly detained and interviewed, police said. The woman was found to be suffering from a mental health crisis, according to police. The woman reportedly believed she was at her mother’s apartment and started to damage property. The suspect’s mother no longer lives at that address, police said. The woman was treated for mental health issues and the case was turned over to the Shelby Township Police Department detective bureau.
Shoplifter tries to steal belts, candy
STERLING HEIGHTS — Police were notified July 12 that a suspect at Target, 2310 Metropolitan Parkway, scanned an applesauce container while allegedly trying to steal Cat & Jack belts and candy. The value of the stolen merchandise was $16.39, police said. The suspect was apprehended and cited for third-degree retail fraud.
Woman yells at bank staff, annoys customers
STERLING HEIGHTS — Police investigated a July 15 report of a customer at a bank in the 36000 block of Van Dyke Avenue allegedly being a nuisance to
and said she was “emotional” and that she wanted to make a wire transfer but was told she had to have an appointment.
According to bank staff, the woman yelled at them that they weren’t nice and that they didn’t have God in their lives. The bank also said the woman started pestering customers and causing them to leave. Police said they told the woman to make an appointment at nearby bank branches, and then she left.
Phone charger thief makes threat
STERLING HEIGHTS — Police said a woman reportedly grabbed a cellphone charger July 15 from a business in the 5000 block of 19 Mile Road before running off with it.
Police said that when a worker followed the suspect, the suspect allegedly put her hand under her shirt and threatened, “Go away or I’ll
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