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BACK ON THE GRIDIRON Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice S. Miller and Macomb County Commissioner Don VanSyckel examine handfuls of sediment removed from the Macomb Interceptor Drain. Photo provided by Macomb County Public Works

6,000 tons of sediment being pulled from major Macomb County sewer BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

STERLING HEIGHTS/FRASER — Approximately 6,000 tons of sediment is being removed from a major sewer in Macomb County, the Macomb Interceptor Drain. The buildup of sediment is located in the 11-foot-diameter concrete pipe, which is approximately 60 feet below the surface. The removal is occurring below 15 Mile Road, at the end of the 7,000-foot-long stretch of con-

ON TARGET Archery enthusiasts flocked to the Sterling Heights Nature Center Aug. 22 for the “Archery Games.” ABOVE: Young archers step up to the line at the Sterling Heights Archery session for ages 8 and older. RIGHT: Several archery sessions are offered at the Sterling Heights Nature Center, including a Zombie Archery Shoot Oct. 7 for ages 9-14. Visit sterling-heights.net/339/Parks-Recreation for more information. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

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SPORTS LEFT: Stevenson wide receiver Ahmad Hrhor hauls in a throw from Knight. BELOW: Sterling Heights Stevenson linebacker Evan Watson collects a sack against Novi.

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Quick action and CPR training made all the difference in rescuing a toddler who almost drowned in a Sterling Heights swimming pool in July. That’s what city officials concluded during their Aug. 1 meeting, when the City Council unanimously honored Sterling Heights police Officer Nathan Sears for assisting in the rescue. During the afternoon of July 9, Lane came to the rescue to help 2-year-old Renley Bell properly breathe again following the boy’s near drowning at a pool party. Police said they were called to the home after Renley’s father, Chuck Bell, found his son at the bottom of the pool. Then Chuck and Renley’s mother, Melanie LeBeau, worked together to perform CPR. According to police, this caused Renley to begin breathing shallowly, though the city added that he was still having difficulty doing so. When Sears came to the scene, he reportedly performed enough back blows to force the water out of Renley’s lungs so he could properly breathe. The Sterling Heights Fire Department also arrived to assist in Renley’s treatment and hospitalization. According to the city, Renley has since fully recovered. “What happened here in a backyard of Sterling Heights made it around the world,” Police Chief Dale Dwojakowski said, adding that the story made local, national and even international headlines in the United Kingdom. He explained that the video footage of the rescue was viewed 4 million times on the Police Department’s Facebook page, and he hopes it’ll remind people of the hazards posed by children being near bodies of water. During the ceremony, Chuck described what was going on prior to discovering that his son was in mortal danger.

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‘OUR KIDS REALLY CAME TO PLAY’ STEVENSON BESTS NOVI 217 BEHIND DEFENSIVE SHOWING BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com’

All eyes were on Sterling Heights Stevenson football this year as they faced a tough road matchup against Novi High School Aug. 25. A program accustomed to winning and playing in the playoff lights fell short in 2022, and they were ready to show everyone just how dangerous they’re going to be this year. Behind sophomore quarterback Andrew Knight and a stacked defense, Stevenson routed Novi 21-7 to pick up a statement win to start the Titans’ season. Knight threw for 169 yards and two touchdowns while running back Alex DeLorey ran for 113 yards and a touchdown in the win, but the defense was the topic of conversation for Stevenson.

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For the first time in the school’s history, Sterling Heights Stevenson will announce its inaugural athletic hall of fame class for 2023 on Sept. 28 at Stevenson High School, sponsored by the Stevenson Athletic Boosters. The event is set to begin at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and the ceremony taking place in the performing arts center inside Stevenson High School. It’s been a long time coming for a school with an abundance of athletic talent throughout its history, but Stevenson, which now plans to induct athletes/coaches each year, is pleased to bring their alumni athletes the acknowledgement they deserve. “We wanted to get alumni the recognition we deserve, and the need for the hall of fame was just long overdue,” said Bob Wathen, a member of the hall of fame planning committee. It was a strenuous task to narrow down the inductees to 10, but Stevenson’s 2023 athletic hall of fame carries some heavy hitters. For more information on the event,

Rick Bye: Coaching Stevenson football from 1975-2009, Bye led Stevenson to 16 Macomb Area Conference Championships, nine undefeated seasons, 10 regional championships, four state title games, and a career 268-94 record. Bye is currently in the Michigan Coaches Hall of Fame. Christy Goodison-O’Brien: A 1994 graduate from Stevenson, Goodison-O’Brien was a three-time Division 1 cross country state champion, four-time Division 1 track and field state champion in the 1600-meter, and two-time Division 1 track and field state champion in the 3200-meter.

visit eventbrite.com and search “Stevenson Athletic Hall of Fame” in the search bar. Adult tickets cost $10, while children ages 12 and younger are admitted for free. Stevenson is slated to induct the following athletes/coaches for the 2023 class: Rick Bye, Christy Goodison-O’Brien, Kevin Hanson, Joe Alls, Jeff McCool, Pete Chryplewicz, Jason Fracassa, Alyssa Huntley, Paul Longo and Daniel Jilek.

Kevin Hanson: Coaching Stevenson’s cross country team from 1982-2016 and also serving as the school’s boys/girls track and field coach, Hanson’s tenure at Stevenson included two cross country state championships, 16 Macomb Area Conference coach of the year honors, three Michigan track and field coach of the year honors, and being named to the Macomb County Coaches Hall of Fame. Joe Alls: A multi-sport athlete at Ste-

venson with football, baseball and track, Alls, a 1998 graduate, was dominant for the Titans football team as their lead running back. Rushing for 3,365 career rushing yards, Alls was a three-time all-County honoree, two-time all-MAC Red first team, MAC Red player of the year, and a dream team honoree before continuing his football career at Bowling Green University. Alls was also a Division 1 track and field state champion in long jump. Jeff McCool: A 1985 graduate, McCool earned two Macomb County player of the year honors in basketball, including three all-County honors and an all-State honor before continuing his basketball career at New Mexico State University. Pete Chryplewicz: A track and field and football star at Stevenson, the 1991 graduate was the top football recruit in the state in 1991. Chryplewicz was a dream team honoree for football, but was also a three-time all-State honoree in track and field as well. Chryplewicz played at the University of See HALL OF FAME on page 7A

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“The first part of the morning, he had his life vest on the entire time,” Chuck said. “The ice cream truck came down the street. We went out front and came back to eat ice cream on the deck. “He probably was not out of our sight for more than a minute or two. And there were even adults less than 3 feet away from him when I found him at the bottom of the pool.” Chuck praised Sears’ and the Fire Department’s quick timing for treating Renley. Sears said that, as an officer, “you never want to hear this call come out over the radio, but, fortunately, I was at the right place at the right time.” “I‘ll look back on this and be proud that I was able to help in any way I could for you guys,” Sears said. “And I commend both of you for doing CPR and recognizing this, and I’m glad Renley is here with us today.” During the ceremony, LeBeau advocated for the importance of CPR training, and especially for pool owners. Councilwoman Maria Schmidt, as a CPR instructor, agreed that the skill is important for everyone to know. Councilman

Henry Yanez, a former firefighter, said, “I can tell you, watching that video, as someone who’s done CPR on children, my palms instantly got sweaty just watching that.” “It just goes to show how important training is, whether you’re a uniformed officer, firefighter, police officer, whether you’re a regular citizen,” he added. Mayor Michael Taylor spoke from his own perspective as a parent and urged Renley’s parents to not listen to any criticism on social media. “Things happen quick, they happen fast, you get distracted, and people need to be more empathetic. They need to be more understanding,” Taylor said. “And so I wouldn’t pay attention to what any of those people say. The fact that you’re here right now telling this story is all I need to know about the character of you two, because that is an incredibly tough thing to go through.” In addition to the City Council honoring Sears with the resolution, Sterling Heights police Chief Dale Dwojakowski issued an SHPD Challenge Coin to Renley’s family. Learn more about the Sterling Heights Police Department by visiting sterlingheights.net or by calling (586) 446-2800. Call Staff Writer Eric Czarnik at (586) 498-1058.

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The Bocce Barn near the Sterling Heights Senior Center, 40200 Utica Road, will host noncompetitive cornhole games 6-9 p.m. Sept. 14. Players may get a coupon for the Detroit Panzerotti Co. food truck, which is scheduled to be at the Dodge Park Farmers Market, 40620 Utica Road. Admission is free for residents and costs $5 for nonresidents. RSVP by Sept. 12 by visiting registration.sterling-heights.net. Learn more by calling (586) 446-2700.

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CREDIT UNION HOLDS GAME DONATION DRIVE FOR PATIENTS Cornerstone Community Financial Credit Union, 44911 Mound Road in Sterling Heights, is doing a “Be a Game Changer” toy drive in September. The campaign will donate games and make them accessible to patients at Children’s Hospital of Michigan’s Troy and Detroit locations. The credit union is asking its members and the public to buy and donate games — including video games, board games, card games and puzzles — that appear on special Amazon, Target and Walmart online wish lists. The credit union will match donations item for item. The campaign’s goal is to donate at least 500 new games that patients can play. Learn more by visiting ccfinancial.com/games.

Citizens Police Academy welcomes enrollees

The Sterling Heights Police Department is bringing back its Citizens Police Academy starting Sept. 12. The free, 10-week program introduces adult participants to the various tasks and fields of work that the department does. Admission is free. Learn more by visiting sterling-heights.net/1589/CitizensPolice-Academy. Ask additional questions by emailing Sgt. Aaron Susalla at asusalla@sterling-heights.net.

Utica United Methodist Church, 8650 Canal Road, will hold a Community Fall Festival 11 a.m.3 p.m. Sept. 16. The event promises food, games, kids’ play activities, crafts, a DJ and more. Learn more by visiting uticaumc.org or by calling (586) 731-7667.

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Police decorate vehicles with school logos

The Sterling Heights Police Department recently revealed specially decorated school resource officer vehicles. Each of the 2023 Dodge Durangos’ hoods has the logo of the high school it represents and protects: Stevenson, Henry Ford II and Sterling Heights high schools. “The Sterling Heights Police Department prides itself on having a great relationship with the Utica and Warren Consolidated School Districts,” police Lt. Mario Bastianelli said in a press release. “Not only do we pride ourselves on how safe we make the schools, but now with these new vehicles, we will also look good doing it!” Learn more about the SHPD by calling (586) 446-2800.

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Notre Dame before being drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round of the 1997 NFL Draft. Jason Fracassa: A 2010 graduate, Fracassa was one of the most dominant football and baseball players to ever take the field for Stevenson. While earning Mr. Baseball and Mr. Football honors in the same year, Fracassa led Stevenson to a Division 1 state runner-up in 2009 after setting state records in career (10,615) and single-season (4,433) passing yards. Fracassa also earned Macomb County player of the year and dream team honors. Alyssa Huntley: The most recent athlete to touch the field at Stevenson, Huntley, a 2013 graduate, was a two-time first team all-State honoree in softball while also earning Michigan High School pitcher of the year and Michigan Gatorade pitcher of the year honors. Huntley tallied all-MAC Red first team honors all four years, Macomb County player of the year, and twotime MAC Red MVP before continuing at Eastern Michigan University. She currently

Paul Longo: A dual-sport athlete at Stevenson with football and baseball until graduating in 1977, Longo earned Macomb County player of the year for football in 1976 while also earning first team all-State and all-County honors. Longo played four years of football at Wayne State University and had stints in the USFL from 1983 to 1984 with the Philadelphia Stars and the Birmingham Stallions, and has served as an NCAA Division 1 strength and conditioning coach for numerous schools, including Wisconsin, Notre Dame and Iowa. Daniel Jilek: A multi-sport athlete at Stevenson in football, baseball and basketball, Jilek earned all-Macomb County and all-State honors for football before continuing his football career at the University of Michigan. During his tenure with the Wolverines, Jilek was named all-Big 10 defensive end and All-American honorable mention in 1975. Jilek was drafted in the fourth round of the 1976 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills and earned Buffalo Bills rookie of the year honors. Jilek played four seasons for the Bills.

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Workers have thus far scooped and removed approximately 1,000 tons of sediment from the Macomb Interceptor Drain. Another 5,000 tons is still to be taken out from the pipe, which carries the sanitary sewage from almost 600,000 residents in 11 of Macomb County’s communities. To allow the removal, several days each week, sewage is temporarily held upstream to allow for sufficient space inside the pipe for the construction contractor to drive a bulldozer-like rig — known as a “skid-steer” — with a curved blade into the pipe and scoop the black, sandy debris from the pipe and into large bucket. Using a crane, that bucket is then slowly hoisted up through the new pump station that was built in the shaft and then dumped into a large roll-off dumpster. The presence of sediment was previously noted during inspections of the large pipe and therefore was not a surprise. In some areas, the sediment is 24-36 inches thick. Macomb County Commissioner Don VanSyckel, who serves on the Macomb Interceptor Drain Drainage District Board, said he was impressed by the construction project after getting a closeup look at the sediment removal process. “I’m just so glad to help serve on the MIDD Drain board and help to push this project along because it’s high time it gets done,” VanSyckel said in a press release. Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

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“I thought we were a physical football team on Friday,” Stevenson coach Justin Newcomb said. “Our kids really came to play. They played hard and they hustled to the ball. It wasn’t just one guy making a tackle. It was multiple guys coming into the tackle, causing fumbles and getting to the quarterback.” Stevenson took a 14-0 lead into halftime behind a pair of Knight touchdown passes and would tack on an insurance touchdown in the fourth quarter to earn the win. If Stevenson is going to be a force to be reckoned with in the Macomb Area Conference Red, their defensive effort needs to be at the forefront of their success, and their front seven showcased just what they can bring to the table in the win. Recording six sacks and a forced fumble in the win, Stevenson’s defense suffocated the Wildcats offense throughout the entirety of the game. Will Olds (1), Ty Jenkins (1), Malachi Craft (1), Evan Watson (2), and Govanni Kelyana (1) each recorded sacks in the win while Olds and Caden Bollinger led the team with eight tackles apiece. Craft also forced a fumble with Olds earning the recovery. Stevenson’s defense held Novi to only 238 total yards on the day, and Bollinger said their defense is just getting started. “Our defensive unit is made up of the craziest and most passionate people I have ever met, including our defensive coordinator,” Bollinger said. “The men on our defense care so much about our performance that if any one of us falls short of greatness, we are right there to hold each other accountable.” While Stevenson’s defense garnered a bulk of the attention, and rightfully so, Knight’s sophomore campaign will be one to keep an eye on throughout the year, and it doesn’t get much better than a touchdown on your first pass attempt of the year as Knight connected with Ahmed Al-Awsy for a 40-yard touchdown to give Stevenson an early 7-0 lead. Knight would find Lucas Timbuc for a 76-yard touchdown late in the second quarter to give Stevenson a 14-0 lead at the half. Knight would exit the game after the

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WATCH Fast-food customer evicted after sitting on counter

Police were called to a Burger King in the 5000 block of 15 Mile Road, near Mound Road, the morning of Aug. 20 because a manager wanted a male customer kicked out of the restaurant. The manager reportedly said the customer was ordered to leave, but he allegedly seated himself on the counter and “demanded service.” According to the report, the customer had also recently “caused a disturbance in the lobby” and smeared a substance — police redacted which kind — on the walls. The man reportedly left once police arrived to enforce the restaurant’s trespass request.

Argument at 14 Mile-Ryan intersection spotted

A witness told police after midnight Aug. 21 that a group of masked people were engaged in a dispute at the 14 Mile RoadRyan Road intersection. The witness said

two vehicles were there, including a black sedan, and there might’ve been a car crash. Police said the vehicles and people were gone when they arrived shortly later.

Golf ball hits traveling Jeep along Maple Lane Drive

A golf ball reportedly damaged the windshield of a Jeep Wrangler driving southbound on Maple Lane Drive, near 14 Mile Road, Aug. 19. The driver reportedly then went to the Maple Lane Golf Club to talk with staff but reportedly heard that the golf club was not responsible for the damage. Police described the windshield damage as cracked with a golf ball-shaped mark and estimated the cost of the damage at under $1,000.

Man arrested for concealing Kohl’s merchandise

Police went to Kohl’s, 44200 Schoenherr Road, Aug. 20 because a man was allegedly preparing to steal merchandise. Police reportedly saw the suspect take items out of boxes and confronted him. Police said they learned that the man had two makeup products and a perfume bottle in his pockets; the items’ value was listed at $167. Police arrested the man for third-degree retail fraud and also evicted the man’s girl-

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A dark-blue 2005 Harley-Davidson motorcycle with a chrome engine and black saddlebags was reportedly stolen sometime between Aug. 19 and 20 from a carport in the 8000 block of Riverland Drive. Police

said they have no suspects or surveillance footage. Anyone who has more information about these incidents or general suspicious happenings is encouraged to call the Sterling Heights Police Department at (586) 446-2800. — Eric Czarnik

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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 or a dad into their home, a program that has recently expanded to include five options to make hosting more flexible. “Our strategic plan included goals for us to create more dynamic volunteer opportunities, so that more people could get involved with Leader Dog,” Hunter said. “Everybody wants to give back in some way, so we were challenged with creating some new dynamic volunteer roles.” New this year is the “breeding mom (non-whelp) host,” who must live within six hours of Leader Dogs’ campus and agree to care for an adult female dog in their home — except when she is giving birth (whelping) in another host’s home and until her puppies are 7 weeks old. The new “whelp and litter host” must live within two hours of Leader Dogs’ campus and agree to invite a Leader Dogs mom to

birth in their home and care for the litter until they are 7 weeks old. The traditional “breeding mom (whelp) host” must live within six hours of Leader Dogs’ campus and agree to care for an adult female dog in their home — including having her give birth at home and care for her puppies until they are 7 weeks old. Those who live within four hours of Leader Dogs’ campus continue to have the option of becoming a “breeding dad host,” who cares for an adult male dog in their home and transfers the dog to Leader Dogs as requested for breeding duties. Leader Dogs’ new “temporary host” option, which must live within two hours of Leader Dogs’ campus, agrees to house a Leader Dogs mom or dad in their home for a year or less. All volunteer hosts, except for temporary hosts, can adopt the dog in their care upon retirement or a puppy from a litter born in their home. “We’re excited to see if we can capture 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 teachSee DOGS on page 15A

A proud yellow Labrador retriever Leader Dogs for the Blind mom shows off her new litter of Labrador/golden retriever crosses. Photo provided by Leader Dogs for the Blind

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er, 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@

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Michigan Celebrate Recovery Walk & Rally: 9 a.m. registration, 11 a.m. walk, 11:45 a.m. program and 1-3 p.m. food and activities, Michigan Lottery Ampitheatre at Freedom Hill, 14900 Metropolitan Parkway in Sterling Heights, michigancelebraterecovery.com

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Utica Antiques Market: 8-5 p.m. Sept. 9 and 8-4 p.m. Sept. 10, Knights of Columbus Grounds, 11541 21 Mile Road in Shelby Township, uticaantiques.com

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Focus on Life Dinner: Benefit for Right to Life of Michigan North and Northwest Macomb affiliates, doors at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m., also guest speaker and silent auction, The Mirage, 16980 18 Mile Road in Clinton Township, register at www. nwmacomb4life.org

SEPT. 23

Crafts on the Clinton: Beer and wine tasting, live music, food, and art vendors on banks of Clinton River, must be 21 or older, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road in Sterling Heights, crwc.org

Health and Wellness Fair: Free food, health screenings, activities and resources, also face painting, yoga, meditation and more, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Macomb Intermediate School District, 44001 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, cbirchall@misd.net

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Community Fall Festival: Food, DJ, bounce house, obstacle course, games, crafts, face painting, scavenger hunt and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Utica United Methodist Church, 8650 Canal Road in Sterling Heights, (586) 731-7667

SEPT. 16-24

Detroit Auto Show: Public event features vehicle displays, exhibits, Powering Michigan EV Experience indoor track, street course ride-and-drives and more,

Diversity Dinner: Hosted by Sterling Heights Ethnic Community Committee, scheduled guest speaker is WDIV’s Priya Mann, 6 p.m., Century Banquet Center, 33204 Maple Lane Drive in Sterling Heights, (586) 446-2473

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Luncheon and fashion show: Hosted by Ukrainian National Women’s League of America, Inc.’s Branch 53, hand-loomed modern clothing available for sale

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AMC Forum 30 and UNO Pizzeria & Grill, Mound and Hall roads in Sterling Heights, RSVP to Val at (248) 701-9567 Recovery meetings: For addictions, depression, anxiety, anger and relationships, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, New Day Life Recovery, 35500 Mound Road in Sterling Heights, NewDayLifeRecovery.com Health workshops: For chronic pain, high blood pressure and more, hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, beaumonthealth.digitalsignup.com Bereaved Parents of Macomb Support Group: Meets 7-9 p.m. every first Thursday of month, Washington Senior Center, 57880 Van Dyke Ave. in Washington Township, neilflyer@yahoo.com, (248) 425-2999 Lupus support groups: 10 a.m. every second Tuesday of month and 7 p.m. every last Wednesday of month, Zoom, milupus.org/support-groups, (248) 901-7299

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DISTRICTS WORK TO ATTRACT SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — There’s a dwindling pool of substitute teachers, a crisis officials say is compounded by a serious lack of public and private educators nationwide. With the first day of school approaching in Michigan — and some already underway — districts are feverishly recruiting substitutes to have on hand when classroom teachers get sick, go on maternity leave or are otherwise unable to work. The need for subs is rising, experts say, because of the teacher shortage, which is causing stress on the number of subs. The burden has fallen equally on public and parochial schools, including in the Archdiocese of Detroit. “I believe it’s just that trickle-down effect from Michigan having so many openings for teachers that the next flow of who would be available have already tapped in for teaching positions,” said Eric Haley, the associate superintendent for the north and south regions of the archdiocese’s Department of Catholic Schools. “I think the

greatest challenge for us is within the city of Detroit and the suburbs around it, but it is apparent in other places as well.” Schools have been working diligently over the summer to build what Haley calls a healthy “bench of subs” — including retired teachers, before- and after-school caregivers, and others. “Having a bench is so important, because you never know what’s gonna happen. You could get hit with a year, say you’re a small school, K-8, and of your nine teaching positions, two or three go out on maternity leave or medical leave or something, and your normal pool of subs is gobbled up pretty quickly,” he said. “So even those that feel like they are in a good position, it’s always a wise idea to have a deeper bench of options.” Avondale Schools is experiencing their greatest need in special education, both for teachers and substitutes. “With special education substitutes, (The Michigan Department of Education) requires a bachelor’s degree for those types of substitutes, and there is a teacher shortage in that area, so it makes it even more challenging,” said Sharon Hyde, the executive

director of human resources for Avondale Schools. “And we don’t see much changing on the horizon, because the universities are all turning out far fewer candidates in special education than they have in many, many years, so we don’t see that pool of candidates getting replenished in the near future,” added Avondale Superintendent James Schwarz. To lessen the burden, Avondale Schools uses Edustaff, a substitute staffing service in Grand Rapids, to provide substitute services for the district’s teachers and paraprofessionals. The district also designates two substitute teachers to each building in the district. “The substitutes are assigned to that building, and they report to that building every day to be used on an emergency basis, and we’ve increased that pay rate to $150 per day for our building substitutes,” said Hyde. This year, Avondale has also used some creative planning to add bulk to its sub list. “Our paraprofessionals who have 60 credits or more, I have applied for the daily substitute permit for them, so that we can use them in case of an emergency,” Hyde explained. “That has been very helpful.”

Like Avondale, others within the education system have had to think outside the box to draw substitutes amid the shortage. “In terms of recruitment, we have done the career fairs, we’ve talked to recruiters, and we’ve looked at trying to help people get into alternative certification programs — those are the big things. For us, a big one has been people who retire out of public schools and maybe they want to collect their public school retirement and work in a private, non-public Catholic school,” Haley said. To become a substitute in Michigan, one must meet certain qualifications. All substitute teacher permits offered through the MDE require at least 60 semester hours — earning a grade of C or better — in any subject area from one or more two- or fouryear colleges or universities. However, there are restrictions on the number of days someone can work, based on the permit. The MDE’s Daily Substitute Permit allows people to complete intermittent daily substitute assignments of up to 90 calendar days within a school year, unless they seek a formal extension, while the Full-Year Basic See SUBSTITUTES on page 18A

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• CRUISE CONTROL • LOW MILES

2021 CHEVROLET TRAX LT HEEL D

REMOT

September 6, 2023

STK# C25311

52,188

*Plus title, tax, plates, doc and CVR fees. Vehicles available at time of printing. No Salvage or branded titles. Limited Powertrain Warranty is on certified vehicles from original in-service date and whichever comes first, time or mileage. 2 years or 24,000 miles of scheduled vehicle maintenance is on certified pre-owned vehicles, includes oil and filter changes, tire rotations and multi-point inspections. Sale ends 9/15/2023. 0092-2336

2B - STERLING HEIGHTS SENTRY, September 6, 2023

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Auctions

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Apartments/Flats For Rent

MOTOR CITY

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in Troy (E./of-Rochester, N./of-Square Lake) Sept. 15th-16th, 9-4pm, (Some-Open-Thurs) Clothes/Tools/Dishes/ Dolls/Furniture/Jewelry/ Antiques/Loads of Other Treasures.

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ESTATE SALE

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0305-2246

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Dogs & Cats For Sale ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES

Call 313-790-0151

Help Wanted General

GARAGE SALE

Estate Sale

2018 GMC ACADIA DENALI Perfect Condition, Under 1,000/miles, Best Offer

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Carpentry

Carpet Cleaning

Cement

CARPET

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a.k.a "The Driveway Guy"

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GOT ROT?

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Cement

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Cleaning Service

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CLEANING LADY

with 10-yr experience is looking for work. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly Excellent references. Flexible hours. Bonded & insured.

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Driveway Experts FREE ESTIMATES • SENIOR DISCOUNTS CALL TODAY

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Decks/Patios

Electrical

COMPLETE DECK MAINTENANCE

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Electrical *ACCU ELECTRIC*

586-925-8764

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BEST-Price-Period Licensed/Insured. 30-yrs.-experience. Call for free-estimates. Open 7-days a week 24/hrs-day. 10%-Off For Cash Now Accepting All Major Credit Cards.

Hotchkiss Electric

586-291-3143 Lic.#6211028

Father & Son

Master Electricians

Dr. Electric

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CASTLE ELECTRIC

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(direct cell phone #) Panel upgrades, generators, hot tubs, 220 lines. ALL SERVICE Licensed & Insured Dependable, quality work! License#-6111359

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A#1 REPAIR SERVICES: GUTTERS Clean/Repair Install Guards SIDING Vinyl-Siding/Alum-Trim Gable/SoffitVents/Shutters ROOF Leaks/Shingles Vents/Caps

GARAGE DOOR TUNE UP SPECIAL $80

• Garage Doors, Openers Installed/ Serviced, Broken Springs Repaired! • Entry, Storm Doors, Patio Doors Installed/Serviced

CALL JAMES THE DOORMAN at

586.215.8138

0096-2332

• Spring Cleanup • Core Aeration • Reseeding • Shrub Trimming

*Senior Citizen Discounts

FREE ESTIMATES Commercial Residential

EL MAK Lawn Care

Licensed & Insured

586.854.4527 Painting

2 BROTHERS PAINTING Complete Interior/Exterior

EMERGENCIES HAPPEN! We Stay Open 24/7 To Handle Any Plumbing Problems Day Or Night!

• Wood Repair • Power Wash • Free-Estimates

REFERENCES AVAILABLE

Call Frank 248-303-5897 Pet Services

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586-343-2315 GUTTERS & WINDOW CLEANING INSURED TOM MICOLI

313-656-9402 Handyman Services

Painting, Decks, Fence Repairs, Flooring Installation, Power Washing Servicing Up North Properties too! 30- years experience

586-522-6870

Hauling & Waste Removal ***AAA HAULING*** JUNK REMOVAL

Professional- We Wear Masks! We haul it all! Demolition Big & Small Residential/Commercial Rubber Wheel Dumpsters10, 15, 20-Yards, Clean-outs, Construction Material, Small-Moving, Appliances, Furniture & More! Lowest Rates!!! Free-Estimates Senior/Military Discounts

586-360-0681

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Removal-Experts Residential/Commercial Houses/Offices Garage/Storage-Areas Efficient Courteous Workers Reasonable-Rates Free-Estimates NEED CLUTTER REMOVED? LET US DO THE WORK!

586-258-6672 Home Improvement

M.D.A Pro

Home Improvement LLC Kitchens/Baths, Flooring, Tiles, Electrical, Plumbing, Siding/alm.trim, Decks, Painting Int./Ext.

586-604-2524

Lawn Maintenance

Kitchens/ Cabinets/ Countertops KELLY'S KITCHEN DESIGN

Cabinet Painting Custom Cabinets Counter Tops & Everything in Between. Call/Text Us For Your Kitchen Transformation.

586-343-4005

Landscaping & Water Gardens

Since 1999 Roofing, Siding, Gutters and More! Reliable Ask, We Might Do It! FREE ESTIMATES

248-242-1511 Kitchens/ Cabinets/ Countertops

MR. BACKSPLASH ·CUSTOM BACKSPLASHES ·CUSTOM KITCHENS ·COUNTERTOPS *Granite*Quartz* ·Custom Bathrooms ·FIREPLACE TILE *FREE ESTIMATES*

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mrbacksplash.com

586-489-9226 Donʼs Lawn Service -Lawn Cutting -Edging -Aerating -Power Raking -Bush & Tree Trimming -Sod Since 1979!

Roofing

MASTER PLUMBER

AA4DABLE ROOFING

Lic.#8109852

586.421.5520 586.524.6752 ANDY'S PLUMBING

25-Years Experience Licensed/Insured Call Us Today For All Your Plumbing Needs!! Serving The Tri-County-Area Lic#-8004254

Sod Installation, Shrub & Tree-Trimming, Planting, Removal. Mulch, Garden Retainer Walls, Porch Steps, Raise Backyards/Drain Tiles, Pavers, Powerwashing Sealing, Power rake, Aeration, Seeding, Debris Removal

586-634-0033

30+ Years in Business

Grasshopper Landscaping

RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL

Custom Landscape Design & Install Lawn Maintenance Brick Paving Retaining Walls Landscape Lighting Tree & Shrub Planting Bush Trimming Sod Installation

CALL 586-776-2000

grasshopperofficemain@gmail.com Credit Cards Accepted

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586.899.4443 Call Now

0263-2332

SUPREME OUTDOOR SPECIALISTS Fall-Clean-ups, Lawn Maintenance, Landscaping, Pavers/Patios, Retaining-Walls, Shrub/Tree-Trimming & Removal, Mulching, Sprinkler Blow-Outs, Gutter-Cleaning, Snow Removal, 35-Years in Business Free-Estimates

586-727-3924

ALLTIMATE OUTDOOR SERVICES

Drainage System Professionals New-Construction, Yard-Drainage, Grading, Sod/Seed, Retaining Walls/Walkways/Patios, Senior/Military-Discounts Credit-Cards-Accepted

Free-Estimates

586-719-1202 ROBIN'S

GARDENING SERVICE Weeding, Compost, Mulch, Shrub-Trimming, Butterfly Gardens Our Specialty.

586-295-4999 TOTAL BRICKPAVING LANDSCAPING PROS

586-420-3531

Brickpaving, Patio, Walkways, Driveways, Porches, Repairs, Powerwash, Rock Installation, Mulch, Sod, Complete Landscape Design.

Lawn Maintenance

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Commercial/Residential *Landscaping *Decks *Spring Clean-Ups *Lawn Cutting *Licensed Fertilization *Aerating & Thatching

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10%/Senior/Military/Discounts

DOLL'S LANDSCAPING

Bright Horizon Services Inc.

586-757-4715 ABSOLUTE PLUMBING Family Owned Since 1990

Drain Cleaning Special

$75.00 with ad. Complete Plumbing Repairs Senior Discounts,

Licensed/Insured Lic#-8216443

GREAT LAKE PLUMBING

Licensed Plumber Re-piping, Water Heaters, Drain Cleaning, Plumbing Repairs, Gas Lines. Sprinkler Backflow Testing Fast Friendly Service Lic#8112407

586-823-9744

greatlakeplumb.com

(586)229-4267 American Painting

•Residential/Commercial •Interior •Power Washing •Insurance •Drywall •Plaster Repair •Clean-outs •Home Repairs •Senior-Discounts. •Guaranteed-Work. •25-yrs Experience.

(586)795-8122

Chris Cronin Painting & Staining Inc. Professional quality. Interior-exterior. Power-washing, deck sealing. Insured, References. Free estimates. MC/VI/DC/AX accepted.

PEAK PAINTING Custom-Painting, Commercial/Residential, interior/exterior. Drywall-repair, paper removal, carpentry. 30-yr.-exp. Free estimates, senior discounts, insured. Credit-cards accepted.

586-722-8381 Now Hiring!!!

Hurry-up & Save Big-$$$$! SUMMER-SPECIALSClean-up, Up to 30%-Off!!! Roofing/Siding/Gutters, All-Leaks/Repairs, Residential/Shingles/ Commercial-FlatRoofs/Torch-downs We accept major credit-cards. 30yrs-Experience

586-822-5100

CHERRY CONSTRUCTION ROOFING Residential/Commercial Free-Estimates Senior Discounts Fast, Reliable, Licensed/Insured Builder, General Contractor Leave Detailed Message

586-291-2647

MICHAEL NORTON BUILDER

Windows-SidingGutters-Roofing All Phases of Home Renovation $500-Off Any Complete Roof or Siding Job Free-Estimates Licensed/Insured Specializing in Insurance Claims Family Owned/Operated Since 1965

586-436-9600

AAA all star repairs as low as $225.00* Gutter repairs, Flat-roofs, Reroof, New-roof, Residential /Commercial Call Silversmith Maintenance

248-707-4851

Accept credit cards Family-owned Over 30 years exp.

Tree Service BERG BROS. LLC.

•Drain Cleaning •Sewer Camera •Water Heaters •Sump Pumps •Backflow Testing

“Fully insured, highly referred.” Senior discounts. Tree-removal, stump grinding, tree-trimming, hedging, shaping, Emergency-Service Residential/Commercial Free estimates!

Same Day Emergency Service Available Reliable/Experienced License#8003885

DAVE'S TREE & SHRUB

WATERWORK Plumbing.com

248-542-8022

Powerwashing

Painting

0335-2330

Plumbing

Sewer & Drain Service. Remodeling, repairs, new installations. Free estimates, senior rates. 35+yrs exp. Call Paul

Home Repairs EXTERIOR REPAIRS LLC.

FREE

ESTIMATES! • DRAIN CLEANING • WATER HEATERS • DISPOSALS • LEAK REPAIRS • SUMP PUMPS • REMODELS & MORE • BOILERS e Macomb & Oa h t g klan vin We offer senior, d S er Count eas! military, and new y Ar customer discounts!

Licensed & Insured EAplumbinganddrain.com

248-892-1927

HONEY DO'S DONE CHEAP!

Garage Door Service

2 FREE CUTS with season contract

*Lawn Cutting Specials

0147-2326

WE RAISE SETTLED OR SUNKEN CONCRETE

Plumbing

0327-2325

*”STEVE'S SEAMLESS GUTTERS”. Made & installed on the spot. 5”&6” Gutter Cleaning. Tree trimming, exterior painting, power washing.

Elite Concrete Services, LLC.

(248) 481-6919 (586) 731-7226

Lawn Maintenance

Gutters

0325-2302

Cement

0220-2325

Cement

AJʼs PRESSURE CLEANING & SEAL COATING

Summer Sale- 25% OFF

•Stamped Concrete (remove milky or cloudy film) •Exposed Aggregate •Brick Pavers (resanding)

586-431-0591 Professional Services

MOBILE NOTARY SERVICE Will come to you, Available nights/weekends if needed, Call: 248-961-3144

(586)262-3060

35%-Spring-DISCOUNT INSURED, Emergency Storm Damage, Large Tree Removals, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Season-Firewood, Free-Estimates. 10% Senior-Discounts. -FREE-WOOD-CHIPS-

(586)216-0904 www.davestree andshrub.com

ELITE TREE SERVICE

"Bringing 30 years of experience to your door!" Tree trimming, removals & stump grinding. Insured & FREE estimates with fair prices! Firewood For Sale

586-756-0757

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4B - STERLING HEIGHTS SENTRY, September 6, 2023

2012 GMC YUKON SLT

2019 FORD FIESTA SE

2015 CHEVROLET IMPALA LIMITED

2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU LS

• LEATHER • LOADED

• 74K MILES • KEYLESS ENTRY

• 54K MILES • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

• 31K MILES • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

STK# ZC26020A

STK# Z25525

2017 FORD EDGE SE

2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT

2014 CHEVROLET VOLT

2017 CHEVROLET COLORADO 4X4

• ALL WHEEL DRIVE • SYNC SYSTEM

• 41K MILES • POWER WINDOWS/LOCKS

• ONLY 15K MILES • KEYLESS ENTRY

• 79K MILES • BACK-UP CAMERA

11,993

STK# Z25540

STK# Z25526

14,993

13,993

STK# Z26714

11,991

15,392

STK# Z24777

14,991

STK# Z26710

19,993

18,991

STK# Z25538

2014 TOYOTA TACOMA

2020 JEEP COMPASS LIMITED

2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LTZ

2022 FORD E-350 BOX TRUCK

• ONLY 25K MILES • BEDLINER

• ONLY 15K MILES • LEATHER • LOADED

• LEATHER • LOADED

• ONLY 2K MILES! • CLEAN CARFAX • 7.3 V-8 ENGINE

STK# Z25532

20,293

STK# Z25579

21,993

STK# ZC26215A

24,991

STK# Z25979

49,992

OVER 300 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM!

VEHICLES UNDER 10,000 $

2011 DODGE CALIBER UPTOWN $2,999 2012 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT Stock #ZC26002A • 59K Miles

2,999 2015 FORD FUSION SE

3,999 2013 KIA OPTIMA LX

2006 DODGE DURANGO SLT

2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA

Stock #Z26561A • 156K Miles

Stock #ZC25969A • 160K Miles

Stock #ZC25680B • 178K Miles

8,991

Stock #ZP70528A • 129K Miles Stock #ZR72091A • 113K Miles

8,992 9,291

2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT $6,991 2016 HYUNDAI SONATA

6,991 2016 HYUNDAI ACCENT

7,991 2015 CHEVROLET CRUZE

Stock #ZC26016B • 125K Miles

Stock #Z25543A • 118K Miles

2011 FORD TAURUS SEL

2013 DODGE JOURNEY SXT

Stock #Z26365 • 153K Miles

Stock #ZR71724A • 130K Miles

2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO $7,999 Stock #Z26588 • 113K Miles

Stock #ZC25835A • 90K Miles Stock #ZC25462A • 99K Miles

9,991 9,991 9,991

Save BIG on a RelIaBle vehIcle!

*Photo may not represent actual sale vehicles. Plus title, tax, plates, doc and CVR fees. Vehicles are available at time of printing and may be subject to change without notice. Sale ends 9/15/2023. 0093-2336