Reuther Middle School Athletic Hall of Fame honors inductees 3A
Upgrades coming to trail, Nature Center at Stony Creek Metropark
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER/SHELBY TOWNSHIP
— The Reflection Trail and Nature Center at Stony Creek Metropark will soon see some upgrades.
Approximately $1.1 million in improvements are on tap for the park’s Reflection Trail, near the Nature Center, thanks $500,00 from the Land and Water Conservation Fund and an additional $600,000 from Huron-Clinton Metroparks.
The Reflection Trail features accessible
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
TOP: Bologna Via Cucina’s Piedmontese burger is on the menu for Taste of Fall.
ABOVE : The Taste of fall Menu at Park 600 includes a brioche bread pudding and a bourbon and cider cocktail. TOP LEFT: A cappuccino cassata cake is Holy Cannoli’s Taste of Fall creation. BOTTOM LEFT: Kruse’s Paint Creek Tavern is offering a chocolate old fashioned for Taste of Fall.
ROCHESTER — Food-lovers are invited to embark on a culinary journey through the flavors of fall through Oct. 14 in downtown Rochester.
The Rochester Downtown Development Authority’s annual Taste of Fall event is back, captivating the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts of all ages with autumn-themed appetizers and entrees, delicious drinks and sweet treats.
This year, over 25 restaurants, bakeries and bars are showcasing their unique fall-inspired dishes. There are many menu items to choose from, including octopus santorini at Ernie’s on the Creek, a fall salmon quinoa bowl from Chomp Deli, or cinnamon roll pancakes from Rochester Brunch House, to name a few. Guests can enjoy a drunken apple bread pudding from O’Connor’s Public House, a warm pumpkin chai latte from The Spice & Tea Exchange, cinnamon churros from The Backdoor, and a deconstructed caramel apple cake from The Home Bakery. There are also plenty of fall cocktails to try, including drinks like a Campfire Light from The Backdoor, an Apple Jack cider at D’Marcos Italian Restaurant, and
See FALL on page 21A
Photos provided by Downtown Rochester
RCS board, teachers union agree to threeyear contract
SOME SAY CONTRACT CREATES BARRIERS BETWEEN PARENTS AND THE CLASSROOM
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — After seven months of negotiation, the Rochester Community Schools Board of Education and the district’s teachers union have reached an agreement on a three-year contract.
The bargaining teams participated in 21 sessions and spent more than 120 hours together developing the final agreement, which runs Sept. 3, 2024-June 30, 2027. The former labor contract covered Feb. 1, 2022, through June 30, 2024.
“As shortages in the workforce continue to challenge many industries, I believe this long-term contract will prove pivotal in providing increased stability for our organization,” RCS Superintendent Nicholas Russo said in a statement.
The new contract was ratified by Rochester Education Association teachers’ union members Aug. 29 and was approved 5-2 at the Sept. 3 RCS Board of Education meeting — with Trustees Andrew Weaver and Carol Beth Litkouhi dissenting.
Through the agreement, the district will invest an ad-
‘BLAST FROM THE PAST’ REUTHER MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME BRINGS BACK MEMORIES FOR INDUCTEES
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER HILLS — Anytime you’re planning a massive event like a wedding or a surprise birthday party, the months of planning make you reflect on how all this work is for just one day.
For Reuther Middle School Athletic Director Nick Klak, commemorating the school’s 50th anniversary with an athletic hall of fame celebration was nearly a year and a half of planning, and countless hours of scanning record books and searching for inductees online.
Starting in 1975, Reuther’s extensive history of athletes showcased college players party,
See HALL OF FAME on page 10A
Reuther Middle School held its first-ever athletic Hall of Fame ceremony, in collaboration with the school’s 50th anniversary, June 4 at Reuther. Photo provided by Nick Klak
Rising eighth grader Aiden Fearnley was one of two inductees who are currently still attending Reuther Middle School. Fearnley was the 2024 county wrestling champion in his weight class. Photo provided by Photos By Maria
Contract
ditional $33 million in RCS teachers over the next three years. The contract states the district will reduce the salary step schedule from 18 to 15 steps; increase longevity pay; and increase teachers’ base salary by 3% in the first year, 3% in the second year, and $2,000 in the third year.
REA President Elizabeth Schroeck said she’s proud of the collaboration and consensus building that the teams put at the center of the bargaining process.
“This contract provides teachers with much deserved raises. It also provides new parameters for evaluations and teacher protection that allow teachers to focus on what they do best, providing RCS students an excellent education,” Schroeck said in a statement.
Other contract details include language on what district officials said were “formerly prohibited subjects of bargaining,” such as teacher evaluations, layoffs and recalls, teacher placement, teacher rights, and more.
Although Litkouhi said she’s “really grateful” that the district managed to boost the salaries of the lower- and middle-tier teachers “to be competitive with other districts and to recruit good teachers,” she cited concerns with the contract’s “academic freedom” clause in the “teacher rights” section.
The academic freedom clause states, in part, that “no limitation shall be placed upon study, investigation, presentation and interpretation of facts and ideas concerning humanity, human society, and the physical and biological world and other branches of learning.”
“I think that it’s detrimental to building trust with parents and teachers,” Litkouhi said. “Just a couple months ago, parents were voicing concerns about gender ideology books being read to their elementary school students without their knowledge or permission. They mentioned books like ‘Call Me Max,’ or ‘My Shadow is Pink,’ ‘My Shadow is Purple.’ … It’s just crazy to me that this came out just a couple of months later, with this academic freedom clause, which specifically states that there should be no limits on the presentation of ideas regarding humanity, society and the world. I just think that opens the door for teachers to introduce their personal or political views at their discretion — potentially without parents’ knowledge. I don’t think most teachers would abuse something like that, but it protects those who do push the boundaries, which puts an unfair cloud of suspicion over everyone.”
Trustee Jayson Blake, on the other hand, said the contract clearly states teach-
ers have to exercise such freedom “within the framework of the curriculum, administrative directives and board policies” and that it’s “subject only to accepted standards of educational responsibilities and applicable laws, and the realization that teaching in an elementary or secondary school places special responsibility on the district and its educators to carefully consider the maturity level of the student and the special circumstances that surround the teacher/learning relationship.”
“There are a number of provisions in here that are just being ignored because I guess there’s this fear that the teachers are on this mission to teach children things that are inappropriate. … I don’t believe that. I trust the teachers,” said Blake.
Weaver said one of his issues with the contract is the language stating that any recording in the classroom can only be made with a teacher’s permission. He also said language in the contract is vague and leaves the district open to potential litigation.
RCS parent Catherine Agarwal said the contract creates “a significant barrier between parents and the classroom.”
“As parents, we have always been assured that our involvement in our children’s education is not only welcomed, but essential. However, this new agreement threatens to undermine that principle in ways that are both unprecedented and alarming,” she said. “By allowing teachers to withhold classroom information from the parent, this agreement fundamentally shifts the balance of power away from parents and toward an unchecked academic freedom for teachers. This is not about stifling creativity or censoring education. It’s about ensuring parents are not left in the dark about what their children are being taught,” she said.
Agarwal took offense to contract language requiring any parent or guardian who wants to observe a class to submit a written request five days ahead of time and that the language states they must be accompanied by a building administrator. She argued that the requirements add “another layer of distance” between parents and their children’s education.
“This kind of restriction not only discourages parental involvement but also sends a message that our presence in the educational process is unwelcome, or even suspect. Michigan school code clearly states it is the natural fundamental right of parents and legal guardians to determine and direct the care, teaching and education of their children, yet this contract, as it stands right now, seems to disregard that right, placing teachers’ autonomy above the cooperative relationship that should exist between schools and families. … Parental involvement is not
just a nicety, it’s a cornerstone of a healthy functioning educational system,” she said. “Any contract that diminishes our role in our children’s education should be approached with the utmost of caution.”
Lila Scheckelhoff, a parent and teacher in the district, said academic freedom al-
lowed her to collaborate with the parents in her second grade classroom to educate the class about a disease one of her students was facing. She said it allowed her to teach kids “how to not be afraid, but how to be a good, loving and supportive friend.”
See CONTRACT on page 7A
Photo provided by Rochester Community Schools
RCS Board of Education President Michelle Bueltel, REA President Elizabeth Schroeck and Superintendent Nicholas Russo were all smiles after the board approved an agreement with the district’s teachers union.
Contract
from page 6A
“We are not trying to teach your children, or my children, or anyone’s children about topics that are meant to be taught at home. We are teaching them social and emotional learning. We are teaching them diversity, equity and inclusion — and that includes them, no matter what your religion is, or what your family looks like.”
Scheckelhoff said the topics that are made for home will always be left for home.
“Our hearts drove us to be teachers. I didn’t change careers from a corporate sixfigure job to make $40,000 a year because I wanted to do the job of a parent. I did it because your kids are my kids. I love your kids like I love my kids — that is the why, that is the value in that clause. That is the heart of every teacher here,” she said during
the meeting.
Ashleigh Dubie, a third teacher in the district, said the pay increases in the contract will help her stay in the RCS district.
“For those of us toward the bottom of the pay scale, this contract represents a sense of financial relief,” she said. “Whether we use that additional money toward starting a family, paying off large student loans or being able to buy brand-name groceries rather than only purchasing store brand — that additional money matters a lot. … I am grateful for both sides of the negotiating table for coming to an agreement which helps teachers, which will ultimately help students, which then, in turn, makes the world just a little bit of a better place.”
A copy of the REA master agreement is available on the RCS website at www.roches ter.k12.mi.us.
Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
CANDGNEWS.COM
THE ONLINE HOME FOR
C & G NEWSPAPERS
Full Body MRI Scans: Is Tis Hottest Health Trend Right for YOU?
(Southfeld, MI) Te Silent Killer Within. You feel fne. No aches, no pains. But what if something sinister lurks beneath the surface, silently growing, waiting to strike? Te truth is, traditional checkups often miss the early warning signs. Cancer. Aneurysms. Blocked carotid arteries. Tese silent killers can progress undetected for years, only revealing themselves when it’s too late.
Te Full-Body MRI Revolution
Tat’s where the full-body MRI comes in. Screenings evaluate the brain, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, shoulders, hips and spine. It’s like a high-defnition movie of your insides, revealing hidden threats that other tests miss. Full body MRI screenings can catch them early, before symptoms and when they’re easiest to treat.
We all know someone who woke up one day with an unexplained symptom, only to be told they have stage four cancer. Te
pancreas, liver, brain and all other major organs get evaluated during a full body MRI screening. Tumors can be detected in stage one – before symptoms develop. Early detection can be the diference between life and death.
Bionicc Body Screening: Your Early Warning System
Bionicc Body Screening in Southfeld is Michigan’s frst MRI full body screening center. We’re not just scanning your body; we’re safeguarding your future. Our stateof-the-art facility and expert team provide a comfortable, reassuring experience. Our advanced MRI technology can detect tumors as small as a pencil eraser. Screenings can detect aneurysms; risk of stroke and hundreds of conditions that could be lurking undetected.
Is it Right for You?
If you’re serious about your health, if you
want the ultimate peace of mind, then YES, a full-body MRI could be the most important decision you make this year. It’s not just for the privileged few; it’s a health resource available to those willing to make a proactive investment in their well-being, ofering peace of mind and early detection opportunities.
Don’t Gamble with Your Health
Every day you wait is a risk. A small tumor today could be a major problem tomorrow. Take control. Get the screening. Get the answers.
Robert B., age 50, did just that. He opted for a full-body scan from Bionicc Body Screening, and a very small kidney tumor was detected that had been missed by a recent CT scan. “It saved my life,” he said. “I cannot recommend this service more.”
full body screenings are safe, non-invasive and emit NO radiation. Scans are not only for cancer, but are capable of detecting hundreds of abnormalities. Limited-Time Ofer Learn more at www.BioniccBodyScreening.com and request a Free Welcome Information Kit and a $200 Savings Ofer. Schedule today
Looking Back: Helen Southgate Williams
When Helen Southgate Williams came to Rochester in 1938, she dreamed of bringing the magic of reading to everyone, especially children. As a children’s literature professor, bookstore owner and literature consultant, she devoted her life to books. Throughout the metro Detroit area, Williams was famous for her master storytelling. In 1948, she developed a story hour program for the Youth Center in Rochester. Every Tuesday afternoon, she would read the “beloved and timeless tales” from classic children’s literature to a large group of local children. Over the years, “the story lady,” as she was affectionately called, brought stories into many local classrooms. Beginning in 1964, Williams operated a bookshop dedicated to children at 436 1/2 Main St. in Rochester. The Book Stall offered a curated selection of books, all read and approved by Williams herself. A 1977 Rochester Eccentric article describes the books in her shop as “those written with style and grace and depth and something extra — that elusive magic that compels a child to read a book at the dinner table, say, or under the bedcovers with a flashlight after his parents have tucked him in.”
The Book Stall welcomed readers for 10 years.
— Samantha Lawrence, Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farms
COME CHECK OUT THIS SPRAWLING RANCH in the highly sought-after Shelby Twp, Cedar Lakes Subdivision. Boasting an open concept layout, this residence features stunning custom woodwork and crown molding throughout, enhancing its elegant charm. Additional highlights include, oversized private yard, hardwood flooring in the bedrooms, custom closets, Anderson windows, partially finished basement, newer AC unit, central vacuum system, and first-floor laundry. This home seamlessly combines luxury and comfort, making it the perfect place to call home.
Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Ribbon Cu ing Ceremony at 3:30 PM
Grace Senior Living: A Place To Call Home
Finding a suitable assisted living (AL) or memory care (MC) community that meets the needs of the elderly and their families can be challenging.
Grace Senior Living is one of those places that de es the odds and offers everything families are looking for. “Our mission and belief is for everyone to feel loved, listened to, and respected,” said coowner David Fulkerson, who co-founded Grace with his business partner, Mark Kincer. “When we do that well, everything else takes care of itself.”
Most assisted living communities are corporate-owned and management might be based in an entirely different state or region. “Large conglomerates own them, and care can suffer because it turns into just a business,” Fulkerson said. “We are family owned and operated, and this allows us to maintain high standards of care.”
do even better for them in the future.”
Many residents, arriving at Grace feeling isolated or depressed from living alone, often rally after moving in and nd a renewed sense of belonging. “Typically, after about 30 days, our residents start calling Grace home,” Fulkerson explained. He noted that when families take their loved ones out for the day, there’s often a desire to return to the place they now call home: Grace Senior Living.
Fulkerson ended by saying, “As beautiful as our building is, the best part of Grace you can’t see: the care we provide. If you decide to give Grace a try, we will stand guard for you.”
It starts with their staff. We have a great team and we maintain excellent resident-tocaregiver ratios. The ownership team and their staff nd deep personal satisfaction in their roles at Grace. “Our caregivers have loving hearts and genuinely enjoy their work; many feel it is their calling,” he said. It’s incredibly rewarding when a family member thanks us for the care we provide their loved one. It uplifts our entire day and inspires us to want to
Grace Senior Living is located at 2791 Walton Blvd. in Rochester Hills. For more information, call (248) 841-4151 or visit graceseniorliving.com.
Hall of Fame
from page 3A
and professional athletes, so there were plenty of names worthy of earning a spot. The biggest problem became actually finding the inductees to let them know.
“I don’t have Facebook or anything like that, so what I did was I’d go online and type in this person’s first and last name, what their age is, and I just put in ‘Rochester, Michigan’ to see what popped up,” Klak said. “What happens is you get these companies, like Radaris or Yellow Pages, that have stuff, but the problem is a lot of that stuff isn’t current.”
But even after finally locating an inductee and giving them the call to let them know about their induction, something about a middle school hall of fame didn’t sound real, so Klak was met with yet another obstacle: convincing people of the authenticity of the event.
Fortunately for Klak, he had his good friends Vicki and Murray Woolf of ICS-Global who helped design an organizational system to be able to keep the 202 athletes and 18 coaches in the loop as to updates on how the event was progressing.
“At first, they didn’t even think it was legitimate,” Klak said. “When I left messages, they thought it was a scam. What I started do-
ing was I started calling from the school phone, and when I left my message I would tell them to look at the school number and look me up on the school’s website. I had a few people I had to convince that it was legitimate.”
Through the countless phone calls and months of planning, the Reuther Middle School Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony went off with a bang June 4 at Reuther as over 100 inductees and 500-600 audience members crowded into the school.
“It was a really cool experience,” Josh Renel, Class of 2004, said. “It was cool just going back. I hadn’t been back to Reuther, and I was trying to do the math, and I think it was 20 years since I’d been back there. It was definitely a blast from the past.”
Along with hearing their name called by Kevin Beers, voice of the Oakland University Grizzlies Basketball, inductees received a plaque to take home with their name and year on it while also seeing their plaque on the hallways throughout the school.
“After the ceremony, my sister and I took a picture next to our plaques, which are right next to each other,” Amanda Bowery, Class of 2003, said. “I can’t wait in 10 years to take my son and say, ‘Look, mom actually had a pretty cool middle school career.’”
Athletes from 1975 all the way to 2025
See HALL OF FAME on page 18A
ABOVE: Mel Blohm, a Reuther Hall of Fame inductee, stands with his family and holds his plaque.
LEFT: Nick Klak, who orchestrated the Hall of Fame event and has been at the school since the 1988-1989 school year, is all smiles after receiving his plaque to a standing ovation from the crowd.
Photos provided by Photos By Maria
Rochester Hills man sentenced to prison for business scam
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
ROCHESTER HILLS — A Rochester Hills man who admitted to stealing the deposits of prospective business owners after their deals failed is headed to prison, according to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
At a Sept. 9 hearing, Oakland County 6th Circuit Court Judge Kwame Rowe sentenced Denny DiCapo, 64, of Rochester Hills, to five to 20 years in prison for stealing $26,000 in business transactions.
DiCapo pleaded guilty last year to six
counts of larceny by conversion, $1,000 to $20,000, each a five-year felony, as a fourth habitual felony offender; and one count of conducting a criminal enterprise, a 20-year felony.
Pursuant to the plea agreement, DiCapo paid $5,000 in restitution at the time of the plea. He had agreed to pay the remaining $21,000 in restitution during a delayed sentence, but failed to pay the entirety of the restitution to the victims before sentencing and was sentenced on all charges as a fourth habitual felony offender, according to Nessel. DiCapo was ordered to pay the remaining restitution, along with standard fines
and costs, and received credit for 72 days of jail on all counts.
“Michigan’s small businesses are its lifeline,” Nessel said in a statement. “Those who prey on their entrepreneurial spirit will face the full weight of the law. My office will continue to relentlessly prosecute these criminals and recover as many funds for victims as possible.”
Officials say DiCapo used his now-dissolved corporations, Biz Capital Brokerage Inc. and Energy Acquisition Specialist Inc., to scam seven victims out of $26,000 in refundable, good-faith deposits after identifying himself as a business broker and listing
agent for restaurants, a gas station, an automobile service center and a jewelry/pawn store.
DiCapo persuaded victims to pay him refundable, good-faith deposits to buy the businesses, which was also documented in contracts, then took the money when the deals fell through.
DiCapo’s attorney could not be reached for comment at press time.
Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
Spotlight on business...
Imagine enjoying each day as if you’re on a perpetual vacation, in a vibrant atmosphere that captivates all your senses.
At All Seasons Rochester Hills, you can immerse yourself in beautifully designed interiors, indulge in chef-prepared meals, and celebrate in an elegant bistro, surrounded by luxurious courtyards and serene nature trails. Located in the heart of Rochester Hills, this community ofers unparalleled access to shopping, dining, and entertainment venues that draw people from across the metropolitan Detroit area. Residents can easily explore nearby attractions such as the Older Persons Commission (OPC), Meadow Brook Teater, and Te Villages of Rochester.
All Seasons Rochester Hills prioritizes connection and engagement through a dynamic array of social, educational, and cultural enrichment programs. Our resident enrichment program is tailored to diverse interests – our daily calendar feature ofering ftness classes, lectures from university professors, art classes, cooking demos, current events discussions, and much more. Residents also enjoy world-class musical and theater performances, and the community organizes engaging cultural, historical, and culinary day trips, ensuring that every month is flled with interactive and enjoyable adventures.
Tis community is not just about activities; it’s a place to experience live performances, discover your artistic side, enjoy conversations, watch stunning sunsets, and forge lifelong friendships. Every corner of All Seasons Rochester Hills is designed to foster unforgettable experiences and cherished memories. It’s All Seasons Rochester Hills, and it’s your place to call home.
MOVING INTO THE MULTIGENERATIONAL-LIVING ERA
BY TAYLOR CHRISTENSEN tchristensen@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Multigenerational housing is making a comeback.
Studies by the Pew Research Center indicate that the concept has grown for the past five decades, and there is no sign of peaking.
According to the Pew Research Center, the number of people living in multigenerational homes quadrupled since 1971, reaching 59.7 million in March 2021.
Shaun Shaya, of Shaya Realty in Birmingham, works closely with the senior community, helping them sell their homes or move into assisted living arrangements. He said moving into a multigenerational household can provide plenty of emotional benefits for the older generation.
Having a senior move into a home with their adult children or grandchildren means more accessibility to caregiving and a sense of social inclusivity. But the change between living on their own and moving in with family can be difficult.
“I think they are in a place where they have a lot of stress in their life. It is stressful because it is change. They have lived in their home for a long time,” he said. “But on the other side, you know that it is easier.”
Shaya has seen first hand the positive impact living with other people has on the senior community while helping seniors move into assisted living homes.
Seniors in assisted living homes experience more social interaction and less stress of taking care of themselves. Shaya said multigenerational housing provides the same effect.
“The key is the emotional well-being of the seniors that choose to live in mul-
See HOUSING on page 18A
ABOVE: Jennifer Tommajin, of Real Estate One in Troy, designed this home that showcases the amount of space and functionality a multigenerational home could use. The 6,938-square-foot home includes five bedrooms, four full baths, and one half bath.
Photo by Brian Kurtz
LEFT: One of the benefits of extended families living together is strengthening bonds between generations. Shutterstock image
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.
Hall of Fame
were honored, while coaches, athletic directors and other athletic staff members were also inducted under the “Leaders” category.
For some such as Jim Jagels, a Class of 1976 inductee who lives in Colorado, it was about the moment of seeing old friends and picking up right where they left off decades ago.
“I’ve stayed in touch with Mike Adams, and between Larry and Terry Weathers and Mike Adams, we probably talk once a quarter for the last 30 or 40 years. We’re in some form of contact. Mark Merlo, he coached at Rochester, so when I went back for the Rochester Hall of Fame I saw him there. With Kurt McDivitt, I hadn’t seen Kurt in 40 years, and we were really good buddies. When I walked up, and I have to be honest, I didn’t even recognize him.”
For others such as Eddie Hillery, Class of 1996, it was a moment of reflection when seeing his old athletic coach again and realizing the coach wasn’t as old as Hillery had thought he was.
“Mr. Cheney, who was the PE teacher back then, I swear that I thought he was the oldest man ever when I was a kid,” Hillery said. “To see him there when I was there was like, ‘Oh man, I guess he wasn’t.’” He was probably 40, like I am now.”
On the coaches’ side, in the case of long-
Housing
from page 16A
tigenerational housing,” he said. “As you get older, it becomes very isolating, and socializing becomes more of a challenge.”
Jennifer Toomajian, of Real Estate One in Troy, said she sees a lot of multigenerational living situations in Troy and the surrounding areas of metro Detroit.
“Multigenerational homes are huge in areas that have diverse populations,” she said. “I think our population is different today, so you have people that live in the areas that are culturally used to taking care of their grandparents or their parents.”
To accommodate the current wants or needs for multigenerational homes, Toomajian said that the housing market is beginning to build homes specifically for multigenerational housing.
“Developers have been adjusting new construction floor plans to accommodate multigenerational families,” she said via email. “Adding first-floor full bathrooms
time Reuther athletic director/coach Kirk Gibbs, the ceremony brought numerous former players to him, wondering if he could remember them or not.
Gibbs said it was heartwarming to know that former athletes cared enough to approach him.
“You never really know, especially as a coach,” Gibbs said. “You hoped to do the right thing, but then they come back and they were coming up to me like, ‘Coach, I know you don’t remember me,’ and there were a couple where I couldn’t remember the name, but the faces you never forget.”
One of the more beautiful moments of the night happened when Class of 1982 inductee Lisa Rotondo approached Class of 2023 inductee Aubrey Wilson, who broke Rotondo’s longstanding 70-meter dash record.
“She was so nice,” Wilson said. “I wish we got it on video. She was so nice, and it was so fun. It felt really special. It felt like a really special moment.”
Inductees were selected based on a criteria system generated by the Hall of Fame board, which is accepting nominations from now until the last Friday in January each year. Each graduating class has a 10-year window for their respective athlete to be nominated.
It was a grueling process, but Klak, who was inducted himself into the Hall of Fame and received a standing ovation from attendees, was the right man for the job.
“Nick (Klak) is a hero,” Vicki Phillips Woolf, an inductee who coached from
with showers and first-floor flex rooms that have a multi-purpose: guest room, bedroom, playroom, gym, or an office.”
Creating homes that are designed for the purpose of multigenerational family living situations opens up the doors for saving money in other aspects of life, according to Toomajian.
“What ends up happening is today’s home prices are so high that both parents have to work,” she said. “Then if both parents are working, who is home with the kids? Then grandma moves in to help take care of the kids while the parents are working.”
Shaya said that the desire for a single family home and land will never diminish, but multigenerational living is the most attainable option as he believes that housing affordability will not change anytime soon.
“Economics will sort of dictate that a different model will be more efficient and more welcome for a lot of people,” he said. “I think that multigenerational housing is going to be an integral part of that model to help with the housing availability issue that many people face.”
1983-1999, said. “What he did for this is just amazing.”
Woolf herself is known to be a pioneer at Reuther, becoming the school’s first competitive cheer coach before leaving sideline cheer coaching to become the first female football coach, winning multiple championships in the sport.
Reuther also honored the memory of inductees who passed away: Bob Peck (Class
of 1975), Dane Lowe Jr. (Class of 1979), Jeff Bruzzese (Class of 1981), Brian Aulph (Class of 1991), Amanda Crowell (Class of 1993), Anthony Mileski (Class of 1997), Tommy Namwichai (Class of 2003), coach Bob Babiarz (1988-2005), and coach Mark Lane (1988-2013).
For more information on the Reuther Athletic Hall of Fame, visit https://reuther. rochester.k12.mi.us.
NOTICE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024
ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF ROCHESTER:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any quali ed elector of the City of Rochester who is not already registered, may register to vote at the of ce of the City Clerk; the of ce of the County Clerk; a Secretary of State branch of ce, or other designated state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at mi.gov/vote and mailed to the City Clerk. Voters who are already registered may update their registration at www.expressSOS.com .
The last day to register in any manner other than in-person with the local clerk is Monday, October 21, 2024
After this date, anyone who quali es as an elector may register to vote in person with proof of residency (MCL 168.497) at the City of Rochester Clerk’s Of ce, located at 400 Sixth Street, Rochester, MI 48307 at the following times.
• Regular business hours: Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Rochester will be voting on:
• President and Vice President of the United States
• United States Senator
• Representative in Congress 10th District
• Representative in State Legislature 55th District
• Member of the State Board of Education
• Regent of the University of Michigan
• Trustee of Michigan State University
• Governor of Wayne State University
• County Executive
• County Prosecuting Attorney
• County Sheriff
• County Clerk and Reister of Deeds
• County Treasurer
• County Water Resources Commission
• County Commissioner 5th District
• Justice of Supreme Court 8 year term
• Justice of Supreme Court Incumbent Position term ending 01/01/2029
• Judge of Court of Appeals 2nd District Incumbent Position
• Judge of Court of Appeals 2nd District non-incumbent position
• Judge of Circuit Court 6th Circuit Incumbent Position
• Judge of Circuit Court 6th Circuit Non-Incumbent Position
• Judge of Probate Court Non-Incumbent Position
• Judge of District Court 52nd District, 3rd Division Incumbent Position
• Judge of District Court 52nd District, 3rd Division Incumbent Position term ending 01/01/2027
• Board of Trustees Member Oakland Community College
• Board Member Rochester Community School District
• Board Member Rochester Community School District Term Ending 12/31/2026
PROPOSAL – Oakland County Parks and Recreation Millage:
The Oakland County Parks System includes 17 park locations with nearly 7,200 acres of public park and recreational lands, 80 miles of trails, campgrounds, dog parks, golf courses, aquatic recreation facilities, and nature education center. To continue to provide revenue to the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, shall the current millage, which has been reduced by required rollback, be replaced, and increased to .65 mills for 20 years from 2024 to 2043. The .65 mills is equal to 65 cents per $1,000.00 of taxable value. The millage, if approved and levied, shall generate approximately $52,191,139 in 2024. The purpose of the millage is to expand, improve, operate, maintain, and acquire parks, recreational facilities, open spaces, lakes, rivers, water areas, and trailways; to support nature education, recreational, and outdoor educational and health programming; to support partnerships for access to and awareness of recreational lands and facilities; to promote the conservation and restoration of high-quality natural and wildlife habitats; and to allow free general park admission to all county parks for residents. Revenue from this millage shall be disbursed only to the County of Oakland to be used solely for the purpose of funding the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission and shall be subject to oversight by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners and to an independent audit.
Should this proposal be adopted? YES NO
Persons with disabilities needing accommodations should contact the City Clerk’s Of ce.
Lee Ann O’Connor, City Clerk
City of Rochester Michigan
Published: 09/26/2024 Rochester Post
CRIME WATCH
Loose dogs bite two people, dog
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 2800 block of Hartline for two pitbulls that were attacking a resident’s dog and chickens at 11:32 a.m. Aug. 25.
Deputies discovered that the loose dogs had bitten a dog and two people — a 40-year-old man from Rochester Hills and a 39-year-old woman from Rochester Hills — on their property. The two people bitten were neighbors of the complainant.
Police arrived to find the dogs fenced into the victim’s backyard. Deputies spent approximately 30-45 minutes attempting to capture the animals with dog snares, without success. The dogs were agitated, barking and pacing in the yard. Oakland County Animal Control was called to capture the animals, but the dogs escaped the fenced yard upon seeing their owner. The owner was able to secure the dogs in a vehicle until animal control arrived and determined that the dogs were to be taken home to begin a 10-day quarantine.
The 40-year-old man who was bitten refused medical care. The 39-year-old woman who was bitten was transported for treatment.
Officials investigate fire on Castlebar
ROCHESTER HILLS — The Rochester Hills Fire Department requested the assistance of the Sheriff’s Office Fire Investigations Unit in the 500 block of Castlebar Drive for a residential structure fire at 11:58 p.m. Aug. 27. No injuries were reported. The incident remains under investigation.
Teen caught after reportedly stealing from Lululemon
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the Lululemon retail store at 252 N. Adams Road on a report of retail fraud at 9:41 p.m. Aug. 30.
The callers reported that a female had entered the store, grabbed several clothing items offered for sale and left without paying. The suspect left the scene in a tan colored sedan that was occupied by three other individuals. Troy police stopped the vehicle at Rochester Road and Interstate 75. Rochester Hills deputies responded and transported all of the suspects — an 18-year-old female from Oak Park, a 17-year-old male from Westland, a 17-year-old female from Plym-
outh and a 15-year-old female from Taylor — to the substation. Lululemon employees estimate the value of stolen clothing at about $500. The vehicle was impounded, and all suspects were released to their parents.
Sleeping driver wakes up, flees from police
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were advised that a vehicle was stopped at an intersection with the driver slumped over the steering wheel at 7:31 a.m. Aug. 30.
When deputies arrived and attempted to contact the driver, a 23-year-old man from Detroit, he awoke and drove away. Deputies pursued him at posted speed limits as he obeyed traffic laws but refused to pull over for nearly a mile. The driver stopped and was taken into custody without incident. He was found to be intoxicated.
Women arrested after stealing from Lululemon, fleeing from police
ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to the Lululemon store at 252 N. Adams Road for a retail fraud in progress at 12:25 p.m. Aug. 31. The complainant, a store employee, advised that the three female subjects who had committed the retail fraud had exited the store and gotten into a vehicle with an Illinois license plate.
A deputy saw the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop, but the driver accelerated away at a high rate of speed. The pursuit continued onto westbound M-59 through Auburn Hills and into Pontiac. The suspect driver could not navigate a turn onto South Boulevard and struck a curb, disabling the vehicle. All three occupants exited the vehicle and fled on foot.
Two subjects — a 33-year-old female from Chicago and a 26-year-old female from Detroit — were taken into custody after a short foot pursuit. The third subject — a 30-year-old female from Chicago — was ordered to stop; she did not comply, and a deputy tasered her without effect. She then climbed a 10-foot fence and was located a short time later lying in foliage. She was taken into custody without further incident.
The arrestees were lodged at the Oakland County Jail pending the issuance of charges.
Driver caught with unlicensed handgun
ROCHESTER — An officer on patrol in the area of Oakwood and Helen saw a vehicle with tinted windows at approximately 4 p.m. Sept. 7. The officer followed the ve-
hicle, and it was determined that the registered owner had two arrest warrants out. The officer conducted a traffic stop and arrested the driver. During a search of the vehicle, a handgun was found.
The driver did not have a valid concealed pistol license. The driver was charged with carrying a concealed weapon.
OU police investigate report of sexual assault
ROCHESTER HILLS — Police are investigating a sexual assault report that recently happened on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester Hills.
The incident, according to reports, happened at 1:20 a.m. Sunday Sept. 8 in a student housing facility. The report was filed with police on Wednesday, Sept. 11.
Police said the suspect in the assault is a 21-year-old man, 6 feet tall, weighing roughly 130 pounds with a slim build. He
has brown eyes and black dreadlocks, according to police.
Police said the victim had met the suspect. No other details were released.
Anyone with information about the incident should call the OU Police at (248) 370-3331.
Speeding driver caught on the road with suspended license
ROCHESTER — An officer on patrol in the area of Main and University saw a vehicle traveling 40 mph in a 25 mph zone at approximately 12:15 a.m. Sept. 12. The officer conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver, who admitted that their license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest and was released with a citation, pending a late court date.
— Mary Beth Almond
EVENT TO SUPPORT SPLASH PAD VICTIMS
ROCHESTER HILLS — In response to the recent tragic violence at the Brooklands Splash Pad in Rochester Hills, the community is coming together for a day of solidarity, support, and fun with a Bike Show and Family Fun Day 1-4 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm. The event aims to raise funds for the victims and their families, providing much-needed relief and support.
Reasons to Ride and Erskine Law have worked on making the Bike Show and Family Fun Day feature a lineup of activities for all ages. Motorcycle enthusiasts can marvel at a variety of custom bikes, while families can enjoy a bike show with a mix of custom and classic motorcycles, a chance to win prize baskets, food and craft vendors, public safety staff and vehicles, and a Kids Zone with a bounce house, face painting and lawn games.
All proceeds from the event will go directly to supporting the victims of the Rochester Hills Splash Pad and their families. Purchase tickets in advance online at https://reasonstoride.com/event/rochester-hills. There will also be an option to purchase tickets the day of the event.
For more information on the event and how to get involved, contact Jessica Ruddy at jruddy@erskinelaw.com or (248) 601-4499. For more information on the bike show and exhibiting a bike, contact Reasons To Ride at Info@ReasonsToRide.com or (440)785-7331.
Scarecrow building workshop planned
ROCHESTER HILLS — The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm is holding a Scarecrow in the City scarecrow building workshop 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 2 at the museum.
During the workshop, the museum will provide a wooden frame, straw and signage. Participants must bring accessories, including the scarecrow’s head; clothing, man-power and imagination, organizers said.
The cost is $45 for nonprofits and $60 for businesses. Participants must register at www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms by noon Sept. 27.
Scarecrows in the City is an opportunity to participate in the museum’s annual Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival Oct. 12. All scarecrows will be on display for the festival, then moved to downtown Rochester for the month of October. If unable to attend the workshop, people may build their scarecrow at home and drop it off at the museum by Thursday, Oct. 10. The Rochester Hills Museum is located at 1005 Van Hoosen Road.
RCS Foundation hosts Hometown
Hustle 5K and 1-mile Color Fun Run
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Community Schools Foundation invites individuals of all ages to participate in the Hometown Hustle 5K and 1-mile color fun run presented by Chief Financial Credit Union.
The event will take place at 8 a.m. Sept. 28 at CFCU headquarters, 200 Diversion St. in downtown Rochester. The traditional 5K run/walk will follow the completion of the color run.
Online registration will remain open until the morning of the event. Registration costs $30 for adults and $20 for children in kindergarten through grade 12, and it includes a T-shirt while supplies last, a bib, and a medal or superhero cape. One registration allows for participation in both the color run and 5K. To save a spot, community members can visit https://rcs-foundation.org/hometown-hustle. This annual tradition is the premier fundraiser for the RCS Foundation, which supports student learning in Rochester Community Schools through scholarships, grant opportunities and enrichment programs.
Necessities Drive for Foster Kids extended until Sept. 30
ROCHESTER — Three of Rochester’s service groups, the Rotary, Kiwanis and Lions clubs, are teaming up for the third year to collect necessities for foster kids in Oakland and Macomb counties. Faith Communities Coalition on Foster Care is the umbrella that helps to cover more than 10 foster kids organizations. Items needed include new clothing — jeans, pants, sweatshirts, jackets, underwear, shoes and socks — diapers, backpacks and small suitcases.
Kids range in age from babies to teenagers up to 18 years. In some cases, older children can still get assistance. Items can be dropped off at Eugenia’s 3rd Street Hair/Gallery, 212 W. Third St. in Rochester, until Sept. 30. For more information, call (248) 318-9542.
from page 1A
Oktoberfest Celebration Lager from Rochester Mills Beer Co.
“We have a lot of different options available, and they all have a fall-inspired theme,” DDA Events Coordinator Jenna O’Dell said. “We encourage our shoppers to dine with our merchants and try a new dish that maybe they haven’t yet.”
Longtime downtown Rochester restaurant Georgio’s Pizza & Pasta is participating in the promotion for the first time this year — and it won’t be their last, according to owners Rosanna and George Gjekaj.
“We thought it would be a great opportunity to expand our menu for our customers and give a little twist to one of our pizzas,” Rosanna Gjekaj said.
George Gjekaj created a sweet and savory Harvest Maple Delight pizza — which features bacon, caramelized red onions, fresh ricotta, butternut squash and creamy maple syrup — specially for Taste of Fall.
“We wanted to provide a fresh, tasty fall feeling with fresh ingredients,” Rosanna said. “We like to give our locals something different to experience with us.”
O’Dell said the pizza was one of her favorites.
“Normally I wouldn’t think maple syrup would work on a pizza, but it was actually really tasty,” she said. “I was thinking about ordering it again, as a pizza.”
Another of O’Dell’s favorites is the Piedmontese burger from Bologna Via Cucina — an 8 oz. burger topped with provolone, crispy prosciutto, arugula, caramelized balsamic onions, and homemade sun-dried tomato basil aioli, on a St. Pierre brioche bun — served with truffle fries.
Adding an extra layer of fun to the Taste of Fall is “Foodie Fridays.” On each Friday of the promotion, diners have the chance to win a $50 downtown Rochester gift certificate by sending the keyword “FOODIEFRIDAY” to (866) 603-4005 and uploading a picture of their receipt from any participating Taste of Fall restaurant.
A complete list of participating businesses and fall menu offerings can be found in the Taste of Fall brochure available at the Downtown Collaboration Studio, 431 S. Main St., or online at downtownrocheste mi.com.
For more information, call (248) 6560060.
Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
ABOVE: The Harvest Maple Delight pizza at Georgio’s Pizza is both savory and sweet.
RIGHT: Kruse & Muer on Main’s Campfire Old Fashioned has toasted marshmallows and is rimmed with chocolate and graham cracker cookies.
Photos provided by Downtown Rochester
Upgrades
trails and boardwalks, native tree and prairie plantings, three new trail bridges, and a pond overlook and pond dipping platform for nature study.
Hilary Simmet, a marketing specialist for the metroparks, said the project will include replacing the main entrance walkway so that it’s accessible to all and providing additional accessible parking spaces. Nature Center improvements include energyefficient lighting, automatic doors and rain collection barrels.
“The project is in its beginning stages and won’t be complete until 2026,” said Simmet.
Danielle Mauter, the chief of marketing and communications for the metroparks, said the work at the Reflection Trail will improve the experience for park goers of all abilities in an area of the park that is “extremely popular.”
“This trail was identified as a high-use trail that would benefit from accessibility improvements so that more visitors have access to nature trails. It is often used in programming at the Nature Center, and the project will improve the trail and create new opportunities for visitors and program participants to enjoy and engage with nature,” she said in an email.
Earlier this year, the Huron-Clinton Metroparks Board of Commissioners approved $3 million in funding to resurface nine miles of trails throughout the parks. Additional grant funding of $629,104 has been secured for specific trail projects — including the Stony Creek project — with metroparks contributing matching funds of $637,440 to the projects.
Metroparks Director Amy McMillan said the metroparks are proud to provide a beautiful and expansive trail system for the communities in southeast Michigan to enjoy.
“We work hard to maintain, improve, and even expand the trails that are available for use. Funding of trail projects is an essential piece of the puzzle in improving trail systems, accessibility, and recreation opportunities,” she said in a statement. “We look forward to the public enjoying the improvements.”
Stony Creek Metropark is one of 13 metroparks in the state. It is a 4,435-acre park that straddles the border of Macomb and Oakland counties, north of Rochester, and covers four communities: Shelby Township, Rochester, Oakland Township and Washington Township. It connects to the Macomb Orchard Trail and lies just east of the Iron Belle Trail.
For more information, visit www.me troparks.com.
Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
The Huron-Clinton Metroparks system will be making some upgrades at the Reflection Trail and Nature Center at Stony Creek Metropark. Photo provided by the Huron-Clinton Metroparks
MAKE Moents
TAKE A MOMENT TO SMILE WITH A FRIEND
AT AMERICAN HOUSE, we understand how important it is to build a community filled with lasting friendships. As we celebrate 45 years of making memories, our residents will have opportunities to cherish all the moments of companionship together and look forward to many more years of laughter with friends. You or a loved one can join us and enjoy our affordable and maintenance-free apartment living surrounded by our nurturing staff.*
in today and receive $1,000 of the $1,500 community fee! Dearborn Heights (313) 731-0088
630-3113
ROYALOAKHOME FORSALEORRENT 2/Bed,11/2Bath, 2/CarGarage, 1,164sqft. Rent-$2,000/mo. Buy-$400,000 CALL248-670-4023
Help
Wanted General MES Business Analyst sought by Faurecia USA Holdings, Inc. in Auburn Hills, MI. Provide MES app mgmt svcs & sppt for mfg facility JIT & Traceability syst in NA ops. Reqs: Bach deg in Electronic Engg, Info Tech, Comp Pgrm, N/work Mgmt or closely rel tech field, or frgn deg equiv. 3 yrs exp as MES Bus. Analyst or closely rel MES app sppt role. 30% Dom & Int’l travel. Res to postingjobs@forvia.com (Req. No. 59193) 0168-2439
Vacation Property & Time Shares
VACATIONRENTAL TAMPA,FL Cozy,PrivateGuesthouseForRentIncluding Kitchenettew/Essentials, FurnishedBedroom, Bathroom,Patio,Private Entrance,FreeParking onPremisesandWi-Fi. *NoPets/PartiesPlease* Call/Text 313-461-8485
Antiques & Collectibles
BUYING Coins,SportCards & StampsCollections Top$$$ Call248-471-4451
Estate Sale
ESTATE/GARAGE SALE
Sept.26th-28th, 9am-5pm, 538Hendrickson, Clawson For Sale
BEAUTIFUL MooseandElk HeadMounts, $600/ea.or $1,000ForBoth. Call775-750-4055
Garage/Yard Sale
EMERALDLAKES SUBDIVISION GARAGESALE inTroy (E./of-Rochester, N./of-SquareLake) Sept.27th-28th,9-4pm, (Some-Open-Thurs) Clothes/Tools/Dishes/ Dolls/Furniture/Jewelry/ Antiques/Books/Loadsof OtherTreasures.
Miscellaneous For Sale SAFE Step.NorthAmerica's#1Walk-InTub. Comprehensivelifetime warranty.Top-of-the-line installationandservice. NowfeaturingourFREE showerpackageand $1600Offforalimited time!Calltoday!Financingavailable.CallSafe Step1-855-861-4501
Rummage Sale
BIRMINGHAM FIRSTUNITED METHODISTCHURCH
Help Wanted General LARGE churchin BloomfieldHillsneeds FTorPTcustodianfor eveningsandweekends. Cleaningexperience required.Immediate opening.CallNateat 248-973-8016
Help Wanted Medical/Nursing/ Dental DENTALASSISTANT Part-Time/Flexible NorthRoyalOak. Musthaveexperience, beorganized, motivatedandfriendly. Lowstressenvironment. Contact:Shelly,
Brick Work 586-944-3669 AAABROOKSIDE Porches,Steps, Chimney's,Tuck-pointing, CulturedStone,PreventativeMaintenance, Concrete,Custom MortarMatching, Free-Estimates,Senior Discounts,37yearsexp.
•ChimneyRepair/Rebuild •ChimneyCaps •CementFlatwork•Steps •PorchRebuild/Porch Caps•CultureStone Senior/MilitaryDiscount Upto20%off! 586-944-8898
TOMMICOLI 313-656-9402
Handyman Services
AA4DABLE HANDYMAN HomeImprovement, Tile,Hardwood-Floors, Kitchen/Bath-Remodeling, Plumbing,Electrical, Painting,Hauling,Cleanouts,AnyHomeRepairs, FreeEst.30%Disc. AllMajorCredit CardsAccepted 586-822-5100
Hauling & Waste Removal ***AAA HAULING*** JUNKREMOVAL Wehaulitall! DemolitionBig&Small Residential/Commercial RubberWheelDumpsters-10,15,20-Yards, Clean-outs,Construction Material,Small-Moving, Appliances,Furniture& More!LowestRates!!! Free-Estimates Senior/MilitaryDiscounts 586-360-0681 ucallwehauljunk.com
AAHAULING JUNKREMOVAL 40YearsExperience RubberWheelDumpsters AllSizes,EstateClean OutBigandSmall, Available24/7 586-872-0498 586-778-4417
BURLYGUYS JUNKREMOVAL removesANYTHING! Appliances,furniture, basementcleanouts, hoardersallwelcome! CallorText 248-224-2188 **CLUTTERGUY'S**
Home Improvement
HOMEREMODELING
Kitchens,Baths, Mudrooms Licensed&Insured FreeEstimates-Call HomefrontServicesLLC 248-670-0507
Home Repairs
EXTERIOR REPAIRSLLC. Since1999 Roofing,Siding, Gutters,LEAFGUARDS andMore!Reliable Ask,WeMightDoIt! FREEESTIMATES 248-242-1511
Kitchens/ Cabinets/ Countertops
MR.BACKSPLASH ·CUSTOM BACKSPLASHES ·CUSTOMKITCHENS ·COUNTERTOPS *Granite*Quartz* ·CustomBathrooms ·TILEREPAIRS *FREEESTIMATES* 586-552-5416 mrbacksplash.com
Landscaping & Water Gardens
ALLTIMATE OUTDOOR SERVICES DrainageSystem Professionals New-Construction, Yard-Drainage,Grading, Sod/Seed,Retaining Walls/Walkways/Patios, Senior/Military-Discounts Credit-Cards-Accepted Free-Estimates 586-719-1202
DOLL'S LANDSCAPING FALLCLEAN-UPS! Shrub&Tree-Trimming, Planting,Removal.Mulch, SodInstallation,Pavers, Garden/RetainerWalls, PorchSteps,Raise Backyards/DrainTiles, Powerwashing/Sealing, Powerrake,Aeration, Seeding,DebrisRemoval 586-634-0033
Landscaping & Water Gardens
TOTALBRICKPAVING LANDSCAPINGPROS
586-420-3531
Brickpaving,Patio, Walkways,Driveways, Porches,Repairs, Powerwash,Rock Installation,Mulch,Sod, CompleteLandscape Design.
Lawn Maintenance
2024Fall
586-260-5218
Commercial/Residential
*SnowRemoval
*FullSaltingServices *FullLandscaping/Design *FallClean-up &DebrisRemoval
*Aerating&Thatching. brighthorizonservices.biz
Painting
PAINTINGby-GPC
MASTER
Plaster/Drywall
CompleteRestoration &InsuranceProjects Wallpaper Removal/Hanging PAINTING!PAINTING! A+BBB-Rating/20yrs 30-yrs,BuilderLicense SeniorDisc/FreeEst. 586.899.3555(Cell) 248.566.6460(Office)
(586)229-4267
American Painting
•Residential/Commercial
•Interior/25YearsExp.
•PowerWashing •Insurance•Drywall
•PlasterRepair
•Clean-outs
•HomeRepairs •SeniorDiscounts •Guaranteed-Work.
PEAKPAINTING
Custom-Painting, Commercial/Residential, Interior/Exterior. Drywall-Repair,Paper Removal,Carpentry. 30-yr.-exp.*WillBeat AnyOtherReasonable Estimate! Senior-Disc. Insured.Credit-Cards Accepted.References. 586-722-8381
*N&J
Professional Painting
Interior/Exterior, Residential/Commercial. Powerwashing,caulking, deckstaining,varnishing, wallpaperremoval. Drywallrepair/installation. Insured.Free-estimates. 586-489-7919
2BROTHERS
PAINTING
CompleteInterior/Exterior WoodRepair, Powerwash, Free-Estimates CallFrank 248-303-5897 ReferencesAvailable
SeniorandVeteran Discounts 586-422-8528
SUPREMEOUTDOOR SPECIALISTS Lawncare,Landscaping, Pavers,Walls,Shrub/Tree Trimming/Removal, Mulching,Power-washing, CementWork,Sprinklers. 35YearsExperience FreeEstimates Christmaslight install/leasing. 586-727-3924 supremeoutdoor@ gmail.com
(586)795-8122
ChrisCronin Painting& StainingInc. Professionalquality. Interior-exterior. Power-washing, decksealing.Insured, References. Freeestimates. MC/VI/DC/AX accepted.
ANYONE'S PAINTER
Interior/ExteriorPainting Commerical/Residential PressureWashing, DrywallRepairs, DeckStaining, FreeEstimates Call586-921-3654
DʼAchillePainting &Decorating 3-generationsof comprehensive-service. Extremely-neat, meticulous-prep. Wallpaper/removal/installation.Interior/Exterior. Free-estimates& consultation Licensed/Insured. Nate/Mark, 586-855-9766 586-839-0334
FARR'SPAINTING Interior/Exterior Wood&DrywallRepairs MoldRemediation FreeEstimates CertifiedMoldInspector 248-345-3308 farrsmoldremoval.com
NEBOPAINTING ServiceAllYearRound Interior/Exterior 15YearsExperience WeMakeIt EasierForYou, AllNeedsAreMet! Call 248-953-7807
Free-Estimates •DrainCleaning •PlumbingRepairs/ Fixtures •SumpPumps/ WaterHeaters Licensed/Insured apexplumbers corporation.com Lic#8111771 EAPLUMBING ANDDRAIN FullServicePlumbing. DrainCleaning,Sump Pumps,WaterHeaters, Leaks,Disposals, CameraInspections, BackflowTesting andMore. 586-477-7777 License#803020312 Plumbing WATERWORK Plumbing.com •DrainCleaning •SewerCamera
Small European
*#18 Across, to Romans 60. Big cat sound 61. Future atty.’s exam 62. Work units 63. Tight one, in football 64. Sunrise direction DOWN 1. Facebook owner 2. Quickly, acr. 3. Hundred thousand, in India 4. Sahara’s Berber
GREEKS AND ROMANS
Fake ID leads to real suspect
BERKLEY — A 20-year-old Bloomfield Hills woman was caught attempting to use fake identification at 12:06 p.m. Aug. 18 at 3916 W. 11 Mile Road.
Police were called to Quality Roots for a report of a woman attempting to use a fake ID to buy marijuana. When the fake ID was caught by the store, the woman left the scene before police arrived.
While the ID was fake, police said that it did list the woman’s real address. Police were able to track down the woman and called her to the Public Safety Department, where she was issued a citation.
Police arrest motorcyclist
BERKLEY — A 35-year-old Rochester Hills man was arrested for fleeing and eluding and possession of a firearm in the commission of a crime at 9:39 p.m. Aug. 17 near Woodward Avenue and West 12 Mile Road.
According to the Berkley Public Safety Department, a patrol vehicle on Woodward became aware of a situation where a driver on a red motorcycle with a passenger began speeding away from a Berkley police officer at a gas station.
Police stated the driver was seen disobeying road closures and driving around the cones placed on Coolidge Highway.
The patrol vehicle attempted to stop the motorcyclist, but the motorcyclist reportedly did not stop. The officer followed the motorcycle, which was traveling between 70 and 80 mph, according to the report.
The motorcycle ended up in an area of Woodward that was congested with traffic due to the Dream Cruise. The motorcyclist attempted to hide behind a building, but police were pointed to its location by witnesses, the report states.
Police were able to arrest the driver, who according to the report told authorities that he had a gun on his person. The passenger was able to contact someone for a ride from the scene.
Incense starts fire in empty apartment
FARMINGTON — Public safety officers responded to Chatham Hills Apartments on a smoke investigation around 8:35 p.m. Aug. 26.
When officers arrived they detected smoke coming from underneath the door to a second story apartment. The apartment was unattended and locked. The officers forced entry and found an active fire within. Officers extinguished the fire, the origin of which was determined to be unattended incense placed near an apartment wall.
Driver fails to stop for police
FARMINGTON — An officer attempted to stop a vehicle for speeding at Grand River and Power Aug.
SEPT. 26
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
and siren, the vehicle continued westbound on Grand River to Shiawassee, where it stopped for a red light. The officer attempted to get the driver’s attention, with negative results. The vehicle was eventually boxed in at Grand River and Drake. The 49-year-old driver was arrested and cited for failing to stop for a police officer’s signal.
Someone steals purse at hospital
ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 11 and 11:30 a.m. Aug. 26, an unknown person stole the complainant’s purse from Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital at 3601 W. 13 Mile Road.
Police catch suspected mail thief
NOVI — A police officer reported seeing a man with a backpack standing in the middle of West Park Drive near Humboldt Drive at 2:29 a.m. Sept. 3.
The man was swaying back and forth with his head down, according to the police report. The man had no reaction when the officer pulled up directly behind him with his lights on.
When the officer got out of his car and called out to the man, the man responded by walking toward the sidewalk, according to the report. The officer then placed the man in handcuffs and asked to search his bag. Inside the bag, the officer reportedly found 22 pieces of mail that belonged to nearby small businesses. The man was then arrested and taken to the Novi Police Department. The mail was returned to the businesses, who police said chose to press charges against the man.
Surfboard goes missing
WEST BLOOMFIELD — A complainant went to the Police Department Aug. 29 to report that their surfboard was taken from their boat at the West Acres Marina.
No suspects were reported.
Sports cards reported missing
WEST BLOOMFIELD — An officer took a report of stolen baseball and basketball cards from a residence in the Aldingbrooke complex Aug. 31.
The reporting party explained that they had placed a box of cards on top of their water heater in March, and when they went to retrieve them Aug. 17, the cards were gone. No suspects were reported.
Motorcyclist punches woman’s side mirror
BIRMINGHAM — A 51-year-old Royal Oak woman
OCT. 5
‘AI Unleashed: Practical Tips for Everyday Success’: Uses include greeting cards, emails, social media posts and more, 7-8:30 p.m., Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road in Rochester, free but registration required, (248) 656-2900, calendar.rhpl.org
Feeding Frenzy: Interactive program about eating habits with live animals, for ages 6 and older, 5-6 p.m., Bloomer Park, 345 John R Road in Rochester, eventbrite.com
50+ Expo: Meet 90-plus vendors offering resources on caregiving, healthcare, medicare/medicaid, real estate, legal services, healthcare assistance, senior living options, financial management and more, also food trucks, flu shots and giveaways, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., OPC Social & Activity Center, 650 Letica Drive in Rochester, (248) 6561403, OPCcenter.org
SEPT. 28
Hometown Hustle: Supports Rochester Community Schools Foundation, includes 1-mile superhero color fun run at 8 a.m. and 5K run/ walk at 8:30 a.m. with awards at 10 a.m., starts at Chief Financial Credit Union’s corporate headquarters, 200 Diversion St. in Rochester, rcs-foundation.org/hometown-hustle
SEPT. 29
Harmony in the Hills concert series: Featuring violinist Aaron Berofsky and pianist Christopher Harding, 3 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo St. in Rochester, stpaulsrochester.org/ index.php/harmony-in-the-hills
OCT. 1
‘Eunice Hunt Tripler and the Civil War’: Hear from historian Jack Dempsey about his latest book, also lunch and refreshements, noon, Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, registration required, (248) 266-5440, rahsupdates@gmail.com, rochesteravonhistoricalsociety.org/events
Social media, drugs and peer pressure: Presentation part of Rochester Area Youth Assistance League’s Family Education Committee Speaker Series, 7 p.m., Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road in Rochester, registration required, (248) 656-2900, calendar. rhpl.org
Avenue, she encountered a group of motorcyclists traveling at a high rate of speed who were visibly angry with motorists who were not getting out of their way.
One of the motorcyclists intentionally smashed the victim’s side mirror with their fist. An investigation was ongoing.
Police break up fight at restaurant
BIRMINGHAM — Officers on patrol were at a restaurant in the 200 block of South Old Woodward around 1 a.m. Sept. 1 when a fight broke out between several men.
One, a 28-year-old Sterling Heights man, resisted officers’ attempts to stop the fight and continued to behave aggressively. As officers attempted to subdue him, another man, a 35-year-old Macomb resident, grabbed one officer’s shoulder and pulled him backwards. Both suspects were arrested, with the Sterling Heights man charged with disturbing the peace and obstruction of justice, and the Macomb man charged with obstruction of justice.
Police arrest speeding drunk driver
ROCHESTER — A Rochester officer performing stationary radar in the area of Main and Romeo saw a vehicle traveling at 52 mph in a 25 mph zone at approximately 3 a.m. Aug. 24. The officer conducted a traffic stop and also observed the vehicle to have an expired plate.
The driver failed all field sobriety tasks and submitted to a preliminary breath test, which resulted in a blood alcohol content of 0.15%. The driver was placed under arrest, was lodged until sober and released, pending a later court date.
Woman arrested for being drunk and disorderly
ROCHESTER — Rochester officers were dispatched to an apartment complex pool for a disturbance at approximately 5 p.m. Aug. 28.
The caller indicated there was a group of individuals drinking, and the one female kept falling into the pool due to her intoxication.
Officers arrived and spoke with management, who confiscated the alcoholic beverages. Officers attempted to speak with the female who was causing the main disturbance, but she continued to cause a disturbance. At that point, she was placed under arrest, was lodged until sober and was released with a citation.
Man reports assault after going home with stranger
SOUTHFIELD — At 12:16 a.m. Aug. 19, a man met a woman and went back to her home, where they
Rochester Walk: Supports lupus awareness, patient services and research, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (registration at 9 a.m.), Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St., milupus.org/events
OCT. 8
‘Bill Saving and Energy Assistance with DTE’: Learn tips and ask questions, 7 p.m., Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road in Rochester, registration required, (248) 656-2900, calendar. rhpl.org
OCT. 10
Tailgate Party fundraiser: Signature event for Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, includes games, food stations, bar, raffle, contests for table decorating and most spirit, cheerleaders, drumline and more, jerseys/team shirts encouraged, 5:30-9 p.m., indoor at Cherry Creek Golf Club and Banquet Center, 52000 Cherry Creek Drive in Shelby Township, register at cfound.org/tailgate-party
OCT. 11
Substance-use disorder and mental health resource and job expo: Hosted by Oakland Community Health Network, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Oakland University Building: Oakland Center, 2200 N. Squirrel Road in Rochester, oaklandchn.org
OCT. 12
Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival: Pumpkin carving, pumpkin bowling, live entertainment, crafts, food, cider and doughnuts, professional pumpkin carving display and more, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., also see pumpkins lit 7-9 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, rochesterhills.org/musprograms
Fall Football Frenzy 5K: 9-11 a.m., Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St., rararecreation.org/events/index.php
ONGOING
Flashlight Tour: Go behind the scenes and see hidden details of Meadow Brook Hall on campus of Oakland University, evening slots with docent available Tuesdays in October, 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, (248) 364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org
With the same link, click and sign in using your Google or Facebook information, or easily create a CitySpark account.
Input the details, upload a photo and select “Review Changes,” then “Submit and Finish.”
Events should appear online within 2 hours, and will appear in print as space permits. There’s no limit as to how many you can submit.
and assaulted him, according to a police report. He contacted police after leaving her residence.
Witness thwarts theft attempt
SOUTHFIELD — A resident reported to Southfield police that he saw a man attempting to remove the wheels and tires from a vehicle in the 20000 block of Charlton Square at 12:27 a.m. Aug. 23. The caller asked the suspect if it was his vehicle, and the suspect responded “no.” The caller then asked the suspect if he was attempting to
See horror films in Gothic-inspired ballroom: Watch “Dracula” (1931) Oct. 31 and “The Birds” (1963) Nov. 7, also three-course dinner and cash bar, 6:30-9 p.m., Meadow Brook Hall on campus of Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, registration required, (248) 364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org
Farmers market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until Oct. 26, corner of East Third and Water streets in Rochester, downtownrochestermi.com/ farmers-market
Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve activities: Story & STEAM (ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every second and fourth Friday of month) and Nature Tales Classic (story, snack and craft, ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every third Thursday of month), 333 N. Hill Circle in Rochester, dinosaurhill.org
Rochester Community Chorus rehearsals: 7:45-9 p.m. Mondays until Dec. 2, St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church, 2675 John R Road in Rochester Hills, performances scheduled for Nov. 17, Dec. 3 and Dec. 8, rochestercommunitychorus.org
Live entertainment: Upcoming shows include Sept. 27. (comedian Andy Beningo), Sept. 29 (Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters), Oct. 4 (Elton John tribute Captain Fantastic), Oct. 5 (Sunset Blvd), Oct. 11 (Dueling Pianos), Oct. 12 (Frank Sinatra tribute featuring Mark Randisi & The Motor City Orchestra), Oct. 13 (Tommy Castro & The Painkillers with Nick Moss Band), Oct. 17 (Carolyn Wonderland) and Oct. 18 (Motown tribute featuring The Profilics), The Roxy, 401 Walton Blvd. in Rochester Hills, (248) 453-5285, theroxyrochester.com/ events
• 7-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Fork n’ Pint, 51 N. Broadway in Lake Orion, forknpintlakeorion.com, (248) 845-4476
Free medicare help: Hosted by Michigan Medicare Assistance Program and AgeWays, meet with trained counselor by appointment during open enrollment period (Oct. 15-Dec. 7),
