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ROCHESTER HILLS — Leader Dogs for the Blind is looking to the community to host a breeding dog in their home, a volunteer opportunity that the nonprofit says is now more accessible for a variety of lifestyles. Leader Dogs’ breeding program was established in the 1980s, according to Dana Hunter, Leader Dogs breeding manager. “One of the reasons that we first started a breeding program was so that we could better ensure the quality of the dogs that we were providing to our clients. We know, through science and practice, that the best way to care for dogs and raise litters of puppies is to do it in a home environment, because that’s eventually where these dogs are going to live in the future,” she said. “It’s the sole source of how we acquire guide dogs for our clients.” Previously, Leader Dogs hosts could choose to welcome either a breeding mom
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ABOVE: A proud yellow Labrador retriever Leader Dogs for the Blind mom shows off her new litter of Labrador/golden retriever crosses. RIGHT: A Black Labrador retriever mom takes time out from a walk for a photo. When not in season or pregnant, Leader Dogs moms enjoy their walks as much as most family pets. Photos provided by Leader Dogs for the Blind
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ROCHESTER — The city of Rochester is updating its parks and recreation master plan to help shape goals, objectives and potential projects for the next five years. The city’s current parks and recreation master plan — which provided a vision for the city’s parks and recreation facilities, operations, maintenance, and enhancements from 2019 to 2023 — will expire this December. The new plan, city officials said, will serve as a playbook for community building as it relates to parks and recreation over the next five years and be instrumental in helping the city secure potential recreation grant funding from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and other agencies and foundations. Initially, McKenna & Associates — the firm which provided the last parks and recreation master plan — had
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OAKLAND COUNTY — As the summer workouts come to a close, high school teams across the state are ready for another exciting football season. Here are previews for teams in the C & G Newspapers coverage area in eastern Oakland County.
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Last season’s record: 6-4. League: Oakland Activities Association Gold Division. First game: vs. Warren Cousino, 7 p.m. Aug. 24. Making their third-straight playoff appearance in 2022, Avondale is poised for another successful season behind a slew of returning players on both sides of the ball. Senior quarterback Tyler Herzog, who threw for 1,873 yards and 17 touchdowns in 2022, will command the huddle while junior Cooper Voeffray (WR), junior Justin GreerSykes (WR), senior Eric Christoff (WR) and junior Alijah Grigsby (RB) anchor the skill positions offensively. Senior linebacker Matt Lloyd, senior linebacker Myles Moore, junior defensive back Max Checkley, senior defensive back Marion Baxtresser, and senior defensive end Joey Wall are all expected to be impact players on the Avondale defense.
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Last season’s record: 4-6. League: Oakland Activities Association Red Division. First game: vs. Livonia Stevenson (at University of Michigan), noon Aug. 24. Lake Orion showed flashes of the perennial powerhouse Lake Orion squad that dominated over a decade ago, but it’s about keeping the momentum going. Senior all-region running back Billy Roberson will lead the offense alongside senior Raymond Payne (WR), senior Dominic Novak (WR), Joey DeBrincat (WR) and junior Tristan Hill (QB). Hill will have an impressive offensive line group in front of him with seniors Sam Blakeley, Connor O’Roark and Alex Russell all returning. Senior Kaydon Degraffenreid (LB), an all-region selection, senior Korbin Smith (DB), junior Trey Pochmara III (DB), junior Austin Conn (DB) and junior Brandon Nepjuk (DL) are all expected to anchor the defensive unit. See FOOTBALL on page 14A
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TOP: Rochester Hills Stoney Creek football is retooled and ready to compete in the Oakland Activities Association Red Division. ABOVE: Rochester Hills Stoney Creek football will lean on their core of veteran leaders in the offensive and defensive units, including senior Adam Bazzi (#6) and senior Rex Shackelford (#14).
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some new audiences of people that may have been interested and wanted to participate in our breeding program, but were limited, for whatever reason — maybe the number of dogs in their home, or they didn’t want to add another pet to their family, or they wanted another dog but didn’t want to go through the whelp and litter care,” Hunter said. All veterinary care, until the breeding dog retires, is provided by Leader Dogs, along with heartworm and flea/tick medications. Pam Smaby, of Dexter, became a breeding mom host five years ago and has enjoyed it so much she is currently hosting her third momma dog. She adopted the first two dogs she hosted upon their retirement. “For me, it was really a life-changing experience,” she said. Smaby, a full-time middle school teacher, now also serves as a mentor for the breeding program. “I love being able to help and support all the new homes. … I will be involved with Leader Dog for the rest of my life,” she said. Those interested in learning more are invited to a “Meet the Moms” event 6-8 p.m. Aug. 24 on Leader Dogs’ campus, 1039 S. Rochester Road in Rochester Hills. The event will allow potential volunteers to meet current Leader Dogs moms, volunteer breeding hosts and learn more about the options for hosting a dog in their home. Anyone unable to attend the event can sign up for an online information session, held monthly, about becoming a host at LeaderDog.org/Volunteer. “We’re hopeful that we will be able to expand our volunteer base in a way which will also supplement our program and ensure that these puppies are being raised in a home environment by qualified volunteers that are dedicated to do what’s best for the litters and moms,” Hunter said. For more information, to donate or to become a volunteer host, email leaderdog@ leaderdog.org, visit leaderdogs.org or call Leader Dogs for the Blind at (248) 651-9011.
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Sarah Ratliff, a 30-year-old woman from Davidson, was in the front seat of the car at the time of the incident. She exited the car with the driver and was struck by the driver of an Audi Q7 about 100 feet from the truck, according to reports. Ratliff died at a hospital shortly after. Rasmussen was arraigned three days later and charged with assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder or by strangulation. He pleaded no contest in July, just before his trial was scheduled to begin, after initially pleading not guilty to the felony charge. A no contest plea is not an admission of guilt but is treated as such for sentencing purposes. Rasmussen’s attorney could not be reached for comment at press time. Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
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ROCHESTER — The Paint Creek Trailways Commission is organizing the 16th annual Paint Creek Trail Labor Day Bridge Walk and Run on Monday, Sept. 4, at the Rochester Municipal Park Kiwanis Pavilion. This event is part of the Labor Day Community Walks that are held throughout the state in conjunction with the Mackinac Bridge Labor Day Walk. Two options are being offered to participants: a 1-mile family-friendly walk or a 5K roundtrip walk or run on the Paint Creek Trail. On-site registration begins at 8 a.m., and the event starts at 9 a.m. It is a free community event, with a suggested donation of $5 to support capital improvements on the trail. For more information about the Paint Creek Trail, visit paintcreektrail.org or call (248) 651-9260.
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ROCHESTER HILLS — Join Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm staff at the Rochester Farmers Market, 202 E. Third St., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sept. 2 to buy some fresh food and then hit the streets to learn some history facts. The tour will explore the downtown exhibit signs and sift through historical photos and stories while walking about a half mile. The event is free to attend, and registration is not necessary.
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ROCHESTER — Whether you pull out your blankets and beach chairs or pull in and park, make sure to join Outdoor Movie Night at the OPC Wednesday, Aug. 30, in the north parking lot for a complimentary outdoor showing of “Mamma Mia” on the big screen. The fun begins at 7 p.m., when the lot opens. The movie will begin at dusk, approximately 8:10 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress in their beach-wedding finest as there will be prizes for the best dressed. A complimentary concession stand will be provided by OPC movie sponsors Edward Jones and Health Markets Insurance Agency, who sponsor monthly movie events throughout the year. Guests will be able to choose from theater favorites including popcorn, chips, candy, water and soda. In addition to the program sponsors, the movie is made possible by a grant from Oakland County Parks and Recreation, which provides the screen and everything else needed. The movie is open to the public, and registration is available by calling (248) 659-1029. OPC members can register online at opcseniorcenter.org. The OPC is located at 650 Letica Drive in Rochester.
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ROCHESTER HILLS — Three of the four authors who will be visiting in April 2024 for the Authors in April program include Mika Song, Kevin Sherry and Steve Sheinkin. The fourth author will be announced at the Authors in April kickoff event at 7 p.m. Sept. 6 at the Rochester Hills Public Library. There is no registration required, and the public is welcome to attend. For over 40 years, Authors in April Inc. has brought authors and illustrators to elementary and middle schools in the Rochester Community. Unique to Rochester, the program inspires children to read, encourages them to appreciate a variety of literature, and opens their worlds to a lifelong love of reading. Each year, four authors are invited to participate in Authors in April. The week is spent with school visits at all Rochester Community Schools elementary schools and middle schools, in addition to St. John Lutheran Church and School. Authors in April is a nonprofit organization run by school and community volunteers. For more information, visit authorsinapril.org.
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your electrical. You know, there’s two trades, you gotta have permits. There’s a lot involved. I mean, it’s an all-day job,” she said. “Inspections that gotta happen. I mean, you got a mechanical guy doing all the gas piping, you got an electrician, multiple electricians there installing this. It’s a pretty big deal.” For people who get portable generators instead of standby generators, Jack Blanchard, Berkley’s emergency manager and former city councilman, said homeowners should not have a generator run too close to their home or window, as it might lead to carbon monoxide entering the house. “We see that some people just set it outside the window so they can run a cord in a window or something, and then they’re getting exhaust fumes in and don’t even realize that,” he said. Outside of purchasing a generator, some tips for when the power goes out can be as simple as keeping fridges and freezers closed for the outage’s duration. Blanchard said this is important for food safety. He also said it’s important to unplug all appliances while the power is out. “(It’s) to make sure that when the power comes back on, you get a surge, your computers are not going to get blasted so that they will survive. Any other major appliances, you should shut down the power by (turning off ) the circuit breakers.” Some homeowners also might have to be concerned about pets that depend on electrically powered habitats, such as fish. Ethan Fogle, owner of Fishy Bizz in Farmington, said owners can obtain battery-powered air pumps to keep the oxygen running in their fish tanks. “If you’re worried about getting really hot, you can just do, like, cold water changes, do a water change on the tank and, you know, use cooler water to kind of cool the water down … so it doesn’t get too hot for the fish, and then, like, a batterypowered air pump so you can keep oxygen going,” he said. In terms of how quickly a fish owner needs to act to get a battery or change water, Fogle said this depends on the size of the tank and the fish. “A bigger fish is gonna use oxygen up a lot quicker,” he said. “So there’s more urgency with larger fish. … They’re larger so they’re gonna use the oxygen up in the water quicker. The urgency is more with them versus smaller fish that really can live in small amounts of water, don’t use as much oxygen. “So the larger the fish, the quicker you want to act on making sure that there’s oxygen going in the tank with a USB air pump or a battery-powered air pump and then cooling the tank, too. It doesn’t really have anything to do with the size. It’s just if it gets too warm, they don’t do well and when the water gets warmer, the oxygen levels Shutterstock image drop naturally,” Fogle said.
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Last season’s record: 0-9. League: Oakland Activities Association Gold Division. First game: Madison Heights Bishop Foley High, 7 p.m. Aug. 25. For Pontiac, the primary goal is to get in the win column after being winless since the 2018 season. Junior quarterback Khanye Donalson will command the huddle with junior wide receiver Fa’Marzay Jeffrey leading the receiving corps.
Pontiac Notre Dame Prep
Last season’s record: 7-4. League: Independent. First game: vs. Clinton High School, 7 p.m. Aug. 25. After opening the season with a loss in 2022, Notre Dame Prep’s five-game win streak shot them right back into playoff contention, and they’re poised for another successful season this year.
Led by a trio of all-region players on offense in seniors Jacob Tuttle (QB), Zach Mylenek (RB) and Matthew Sadecki (TE/ LB), Notre Dame Prep is only looking to improve on an offense that scored 24 or more points in nine games last season. Notre Dame Prep will have an early test as they open up against Clinton, a team that bested them in their season opener last year.
Rochester
Last season’s record: 6-5. League: Oakland Activities Association White Division. First game: at Utica, 7 p.m. Aug. 24. Rochester has stayed the course of success the past three years, posting winning seasons in each. After going 4-1 in league play last year, they’re ready to take the next step this season behind their returning starters. Junior Jack Lower and senior Marco Leyva will handle the bulk of the carries behind an experienced offensive line led by senior Cam Williams and junior Adam Glinski. Lower, senior Daniel Kable (LB), and senior Isaac Putrus (DL) will anchor the Rochester defensive unit this season.
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Adams can’t be overlooked this season, but the majority of their starters from last season graduating has the team flying under the radar this year. Adams has made seven-straight playoffs, and they’re poised to make another run this year as they’ve retooled and are ready to go. “In this particular season, we chose the motto of ‘We believe’ because nobody thinks we’re going to be any good,” Adams coach Tony Patritto said. “If we don’t believe in ourselves, we have no chance. That’s going to be our approach, and I love being the underdog.” The Adams offensive unit is led by senior tight end Brady Prieskorn, a University of Michigan commit, senior wide receiver Drew Heppner, and junior wide receiver Lachlan Tillotson. Junior linebacker Matteo Humbert will anchor the defensive unit for the Highlanders, who will find out early what kind of team they have when they open the season with St. Mary’s, Rochester and Clarkston, respectively.
A middle-of-the-road team in 2022, Stoney Creek never seemed to find their footing up until their final two regular season games, which were wins against Rochester and New Baltimore Anchor Bay, respectively. Senior all-state offensive lineman Jacob Kropchak returns to the offense alongside senior running back Kyle Parks, senior wide receiver Jonah McKay and senior offensive lineman Roman Lambert. All-region defensive back and senior Andrew Napolitano will anchor the defensive unit with senior linebacker Adam Bazzi and senior defensive lineman Zach Amerson. Stoney Creek will face a tough threeweek stretch when they face West Bloomfield, Clarkston and Lake Orion starting in week three.
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ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a home in the 700 block of Labrosse Court on a report of a missing juvenile and spoke to the parents at 9:07 p.m. July 24. The parents said their 15-year-old daughter had left home at 3 p.m. July 23 and was to return at 7 p.m. July 24, but had not yet come home. The parents said their daughter was spending the night at her friend’s home, also in Rochester Estates, but they did not know exactly where she lived. Deputies canvassed the area and inquired as to the whereabouts of the friend’s residence with other children in the area. Deputies were informed that the girl may reside at a particular address, but the homeowner said they did not know either of the juvenile females. Deputies attempted to ping the missing juvenile’s cellphone, which was located around Somerset Collection in Troy at around 5 p.m. Deputies attempted to call
the teen, which went right to voicemail. The teen was entered into the system as missing. Deputies were later informed that the friend attends the Alternative Center for Education in Rochester Hills, but the school resource officer said there was no student at the school with her name. The investigation continues.
Woman swindled out of $12,500 from suspect posing as ‘Apple Support’
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to the 800 block of Lynndale on a report of a fraud at 4:13 p.m. July 25. The caller reported that she was defrauded by someone posing as Apple Support on her computer. She said she received a popup notification on her computer indicating her computer was infected and she needed to call Apple at (720) 649-3497 to unlock her computer. She contacted the number and ended up losing $12,500 as a result of the swindle. Deputies advised the woman of the fraud and provided information to prevent this in the future. This case has been assigned to the Detective Bureau for follow-up.
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sponded to the 800 block of Snow Mass in Rochester Hills at 6:58 p.m. July 26 when a 45-year-old woman from Rochester Hills reported that she discovered her back door was broken in and someone had stolen “an excessive amount of money.” Deputies searched the address, found no one inside and canvassed the area. A list of stolen cash and articles was compiled. An evidence technician processed the scene for any evidence that might have been left behind.
Road rage reported
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to an in-progress 911 call of a female being followed by a reckless driver who was intentionally cutting her off and almost caused several accidents at 1 p.m. July 27. The caller, a 45-year-old woman, felt threatened, as if the subject was going to hurt her. The incident was ongoing in the area of John R and Hamlin Road. Deputies attempted to locate both parties and were able to find them at Rochester Road, on the bridge to downtown Rochester. At this point the reckless behavior was observed by deputies, who initiated a traffic stop. The suspect driver, a 27-year-old man from Rochester Hills, exited his vehicle, climbed on its roof and began jumping up
and down while yelling at deputies and the 911 caller. The subject was taken into custody for disorderly conduct, reckless driving, warrants and resisting arrest. He was taken to 52-3 District Court in Rochester Hills for his warrants and later lodged at the Oakland County Jail on the new charges. Rochester police assisted with the incident.
Home broken into
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a reported home invasion in the 800 block of Hampton Circle at 7:07 p.m. July 27. The resident, a 32-year-old woman, called police after she discovered the residence ransacked. An exterior check by police revealed the back door wall to the enclosed patio was unlatched, as well as the door wall to the interior of the address itself. Deputies checked the interior of the address and did not locate any suspects inside but said it appeared as if someone had been inside. Further investigation revealed the handle had been ripped off the door wall, allowing entry to the residence. Evidence techs conducted an investigation at the home, including photos of the scene and fingerprint checks. Deputies canvassed the neighborhood for video footage as well. No suspect CONTINUED on page 21A
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Purse, credit cards stolen from unlocked car
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 2800 block of West Hamlin for a larceny from an automobile at 6:20 p.m. July 29. The victim, a 34-year-old woman from Lake Orion, returned to her vehicle to find the passenger rear window of her Ford Flex broken. A purse and multiple credit cards were stolen. Deputies observed that a punch tool had been used, as the windshield had a punch tool mark.
Man saved after reportedly overdosing on prescription medicine
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 3600 block of Edinborough Drive for a 38-year-old man with no pulse who reportedly had overdosed on prescribed medication at 9:16 p.m. July 30. When first responders arrived, the family was performing CPR, which was taken over by Rochester Hills Fire Department staff, who were able to regain a pulse. The victim was transported to the hospital for further emergency treatment. Deputies located multiple prescription medications, along with other narcotic paraphernalia. The family indicated the victim suffered from anxiety and has a history of abusing his medication.
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ROCHESTER HILLS — A resident from the 2700 block of Weaverton went to the substation at 9:11 a.m. July 31 to report someone had stolen his handgun from his unlocked vehicle overnight. The resident, a 64-year-old man from Rochester Hills, stated he left his Canik 9 mm handgun in his vehicle after going to the gun range. The next morning, he found that the handgun was missing. Deputies canvassed the area for cameras, with negative results.
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ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a car dealership in the 1300 block of Rochester Road for a breaking and entering that happened overnight July 31.
An employee arrived at work the next morning at 8:01 a.m. and noticed a window broken out of a trailer, which was being used as a temporary office. The office was ransacked, and several keys to used vehicles I’ve developed a passion for area rugs at a young age. My passion led me were taken. to opening mywas firstreported area rug speciality store in Ontario, Canada in my early 20s One Dodge Laramieup truck stolen, and the employees took inventory to to enjoy success to this day. After getting married which has grown and continues determine if any additional vehicles were and moving to Michigan in 2016, I’ve continued to persue my dreams and recently taken. Detectives are continuing the invesopened up Area Rug Co. in Birmingham, Michigan. My goal is simple- to offer tigation. thousands of in-stock area rugs at great quality with the best prices for the whole
Stolen car recovered by police at to enjoy while also assisting clients in designing custom area rugs in Walmart in community Sterling Heights
any size,HILLS shape,— or Deputies color to compliment their homes. ROCHESTER responded to the 1500 block of Chevy Circuit for a stolen vehicle report at 5:51 p.m. Aug. 3. The complainant, an 18-year-old from Oakland Township, was housesitting overnight and believed her vehicle was taken between 2 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Aug. 3. The keys were left inside the vehicle, and the doors were unlocked. Deputies investigated the incident and were advised by the complainant she was able to track the vehicle using an app on her phone. Sterling Heights police were notified that the vehicle was at a Walmart in Sterling Heights. Sterling Heights police located and recovered the vehicle at the Walmart in Sterling Heights. The vehicle was impounded for prints, and the auto theft unit was notified.
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The right area rug can be a in design ea rug speciality store Ontario,anchor Canada inand Tina Smart, owner of downtown Birmingham’s my has grown and continues to enjoy successArea to Rug Co., knows how important it is to shop for it in person. ROCHESTER — An officer on patrol “There are so many options to choose in the area of Main and University discovered that the driver of a Dodge Ram that was from at Area Rug Co,” Smart says. in front of him had a suspended license at “When I shop for the store, I hand seapproximately 8 p.m. Aug. 5. lect from different designs, textures The officer made contact with the driver, a 60-year-old man from Macomb, and and sizes. I love picking out rugs and the passenger, a 68-year-old woman from offering my customers a large selecClinton Township. The driver was taken into custody. tion to choose from. I also The officer spoke with the passenger of have the ability to custom the vehicle and later discovered a cup containing an alcoholic beverage. The passenger order certain rugs in unique, non-tradiadmitted the drink was hers and that she had tional sizes to complete their space as been drinking from it. It was also discovered well”. the tab was not valid for the vehicle and the tab belonged to the passenger. The passenger Tina’s goal is simple: Offer thousands denied placing it on the vehicle and stated of in-stock area rugs at great quality the driver would not steal the tab. Both the driver and passenger were transported and with the best prices for the whole comreleased with citations. munity to enjoy and assist in designing custom area rugs in any size, shape or color to compliment Driver caught on phone, with a suspended license their homes. Man caught driving on a suspended license with woman drinking in car
ROCHESTER — A Rochester officer on patrol in the area of Main and University observed a driver using his phone while driving at approximately 10:25 p.m. Aug. 8. The Continued on page 22A
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officer stopped the vehicle and spoke with the driver, a 26-year-old man from Dearborn Heights. It was determined the driver’s license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest, transported to the Rochester Police Department and released with a citation, pending a later court date.
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failed to signal while turning onto Main Street, and spoke with the driver, who was a valid concealed pistol license holder and in possession of their firearm. The officer observed signs of intoxication, and field sobriety tests were conducted, which the driver failed. A preliminary breath test yielded a result of 0.12% blood alcohol content. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Rochester Police Department, where a chemical breath test yielded a result of 0.11% blood alcohol content. The driver was lodged until sober and given a citation pending a later court date.
11 a.m. Aug. 16. The vehicle was not insured, and the driver had a suspended license. The officer
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Sparkle Network offers affordable prom dresses
OK2SAY shows increase in reports
METRO DETROIT — On July 25, the office of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer released an annual report that showed Michigan State Police logged more than 7,400 tips from OK2SAY in 2022, which was a 19% increase from the previous year. OK2SAY is a student safety program which allows anyone to confidentially report tips on criminal activities or potential harm directed at Michigan students, school employees or schools. Tips can include reports on bullying, individual threats to a specific person, drugs and alcohol use, harassment and depression. OK2SAY is available 24/7 and tips can be submitted by calling (855) 5652729 or texting to 652729, which stands for OK2SAY. Tipsters also can send an email to OK2SAY@mi.gov or at the website michigan.gov/ok2say. The OK2SAY mobile app is available for download in app stores for iPhone and Android. Initial tips are fielded by Michigan State Police OK2SAY technicians. They are trained to receive, analyze and disseminate tip information to local law enforcement agencies, school officials, community mental health service programs, or the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for a timely response. The state’s fiscal year 2024 budget includes an additional $378,000 to support the hiring of three more OK2SAY technicians to respond to the increasing number of tips.
HAZEL PARK ART FAIR
HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park Art Fair will take place at Green Acres Park, 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd., from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27. The event is family-friendly and free to attend, and will feature a wide variety of new and established artists, who will be exhibiting and selling their works. Vendor applications are still being accepted for artists, cottage food vendors and musicians. Email artfair@hpart.org for more information. Volunteers are also needed to assist vendors. Apply at hpart.org/aboutthefair.
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METRO DETROIT — Sparkle Network’s Dress into a Dream Homecoming Dress Sale program will come to several local locations in upcoming weeks. • Marlaina Photo Studio in Shelby Township Aug. 25. • American House East 1 in Roseville Aug 26. • Front Door Housekeeping in Utica Aug 27. • Meadowbrook Center for Learning Differences in Rochester Sept. 1. • T-Tech Solutions in Troy Sept 2. The dress sale program allows high school students to try on dresses for the homecoming dance and other events. The dresses are sold for $10 each. Dresses are available in all sizes and lengths. Some of the dresses are donated, while others are brand new. Applications to set up an appointment are available at the Sparkle Network website at sparklenetwork.org. All proceeds will replenish attire for the Prom Closet Project Tour 2024.
Troy High HOSA team achieves success at national conference Troy High School’s Health Occupations Students of America team recently returned with many accolades from the International Leadership Conference in Dallas. This competitive conference took place June 20-25 and welcomed more than 12,000 students from the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Canada, American Samoa and China. Twenty-eight Troy High students accompanied team moderator Angie Griesmann to this year’s conference. HOSA is a national organization formed to promote physical, mental and social well-being; develop effective leadership qualities and skills; and develop the ability to communicate more with people both inside and outside the organization. Top awards were received by several Troy High students, including Ria Lattupalli, who placed third in the International in Healthy Lifestyle category; Fiona Samson, who placed second in the International in Biotechnology
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category; and Anusha Gupta, who placed first in the International in Human Growth and Development category. Incoming senior Aanya Shah received the commended Barbara James Service Award after accumulating more than 300 hours of service to her community over the last two years.
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Woman allegedly acts as decoy for truck theft
NOVI — A woman apparently acted as a diversion to steal a pickup truck full of tools from two journeyman linemen at a hotel in the 27000 block of South Karevich Drive, near Novi Road and Interstate 96, at around midnight July 30. According to a police report, the woman pulled up to the linemen in a newer black sedan and claimed to be lost. While this was happening, one of the linemen saw the pickup truck, which had been parked on the east side of the building, pull out, but the lineman apparently thought it was a coworker driving at the time. The stolen 2007 Chevrolet Silverado contained a pair of Oakley Sutro sunglasses and linemen’s equipment valued at more than $5,000. The stolen equipment included Buckingham climbers, a Bashlin climbing belt, a Buckingham Bucksqueeze fall restriction device, a Milwaukee half-inch impact driver, and many wrenches and other hand tools. Some of the items were later found in the area of Westfield Avenue and Auburn Street in Detroit — near Evergreen and West Chicago roads — according to the report. The case was closed pending more information. Inclement weather earlier that week had resulted in widespread power outages in southeast Michigan.
Men in Charger try to steal Challenger
NOVI — At around 6:45 p.m. July 21, security video at the Emagine Novi recorded a red or orange Dodge Charger driving in the parking lot. Two men got out of the Charger, which kept driving slowly north, and circled a dark green 2023 Dodge Challenger parked in the lot. In the video, one of the suspects breaks the Challenger’s passenger-side window and enters the vehicle at 6:47 p.m. The other suspect stood next to the passenger door. A minute later, both men circled back to the Charger, which was now parked north of the Challenger, and they left the scene. According to the police report, the window damage was estimated to cost $125. The suspects apparently took a pair of prescription sunglasses valued at $120 and tried without success to hotwire the car. The owner of the Challenger reportedly told police that he initially had parked his vehicle on the other side of the building and then moved it to where he thought it would be safer from a break-in. The owner said he would like to press charges if the men are apprehended. A bulletin was put out for the men.
Dog found outside after break-in at home
WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident on Stillwell Drive reportedly came home to find the front door wide open and her dog outside. The home invasion was reported to have occurred between 11 a.m. July 23 and 7:15 a.m. July 24. Officers arrived at the scene and observed that the front door had been kicked open. After conducting a search of the residence, no suspects were located. The homeowner reported that she is missing numerous items, including a 30-inch flatscreen television, coins, a Rolex watch, a Movado watch and a Michele watch. Approximately 25 pairs of designer shoes were also reportedly taken, along with other miscellaneous items. The case was turned over to detectives for review.
Man accused of stealing from pharmacy, grocery store
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department responded to a retail fraud at a pharmacy in the 6500 block of Telegraph Road at 1:45 p.m. July 18. The suspect reportedly stole one container of Tide laundry detergent and one Bluetooth speaker. Upon leaving the pharmacy, the suspect went to a nearby grocery store and stole one bottle of Seagram’s VO Whiskey, 750 milliliters, for $13.99; one bottle of Jim Beam Devil’s Cut Whiskey, 750 milliliters, for $24.99; and two bottles of Smirnoff Vodka, 750 milliliters, at $12.99 each. Officers were able to retrieve a description of the suspect and locate him in the shopping plaza parking lot. The suspect had multiple outstanding warrants. Officers arrested the suspect and brought him back to the Bloomfield Township Police Department. The case was turned over to the investigative division, and detectives were seeking a warrant for second-degree retail fraud.
Birmingham officers assist Madison Heights to stop intoxicated driver
BIRMINGHAM — On July 29, at approximately 5 a.m., an officer on patrol responded to a request for assistance from the Madison Heights Police Department regarding an intoxicated driver who had driven over a lawn and toward officers. Birmingham officers were able to stop the vehicle on northbound Woodward Avenue. The suspect, a
68-year-old man from Madison Heights, attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended. Officers found a crack pipe in the suspect’s pocket, about which the suspect said, “It’s mine. I paid for it.” Madison Heights police arrived and took custody of the suspect.
Clothing destroyed
MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, two residents of Madison Heights — ages 37 and 40 — destroyed each other’s clothing during an incident in the 1600 block of Christine Terrace around 5 p.m. July 25. The investigation was ongoing.
Home invaded
HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a home was broken into in the 23400 block of Vance Avenue around 6 a.m. July 25. The victim, a 41-year-old Hazel Park man, fought with the suspect, a 28-year-old Port Huron man who was subsequently arrested. Entry had been gained through an unlocked door. Nothing was stolen. An investigation was ongoing.
Altercation leads to arrest
ROYAL OAK — At 2 a.m. July 21, a complainant got into a verbal altercation with an individual near the complainant’s car at South Center and West Fifth streets. The other party reportedly smashed out the rear window. Officers arrived on the scene and the subject was arrested for malicious destruction of property and disorderly conduct.
Woman throws punches at bar staff, resists arrest
ROCHESTER — A police officer was dispatched to a bar in the 200 block of Main Street for a woman who was passed out in a bar bathroom at 1:15 a.m. July 15. The officer found a woman lying on the sidewalk by the main entrance of the bar. As the officer was walking up to the subject, the officer saw a woman, later identified as a 29-year-old from Eastpointe, throwing punches at an unknown subject at the main entrance to the bar. Staff stated that the woman was hitting and biting staff members, and they escorted her out of the building. Officers at the scene attempted to place her into custody for disorderly conduct, which she resisted, and she was assisted to the ground by police. Once she was on the ground, officers were able to
put her in handcuffs and place her in the patrol vehicle without injury. She was transported to the Rochester Police Department, where she was processed and lodged without incident.
Church festival closed down after violating noise ordinance
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to a church in the 500 block of West Auburn Road on a report of a noise violation and loud party music at 11:08 p.m. July 4 and discovered loud music coming from a stage in violation of the city’s noise ordinance. While there, police were alerted to a fire in a large commercial dumpster in the rear of the property. The Rochester Hills Fire Department arrived and extinguished the fire, which was caused by fireworks. Deputies contacted the festival organizers and the church priest and advised them of the excessive noise and parking issues. Deputies assisted with shutting down the festival and traffic control for the attendees as they exited.
Jewelry scammers attempt theft
TROY — An attempted theft reportedly occurred at 3:31 p.m. July 20 when a victim was approached in the 2800 block of Charter Drive by unknown male and female suspects driving a pickup truck. According to the police, the suspects told the victim that their mother recently had passed away and they were giving away her gold jewelry and money. One of the suspects put several supposedly gold necklaces, bracelets and rings on the victim and handed her $80 cash. As the suspect put the jewelry on the victim, she discreetly removed the victim’s actual gold jewelry that she had been wearing and attempted to conceal it. The victim realized what was happening and was able to grab her jewelry back and run, according to police. The suspects then fled the area in their vehicle.
Candy thief pulls knife on store clerk
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.