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On Aug. 31, the city of Troy received a demolition permit for the former Kmart headquarters property that has long sat unused near Big Beaver Road and Coolidge Highway.

The city is currently working with the contractor, Adamo Demolition, on what is needed to receive approval for the demolition permit to begin work on the 40-acre site. No plans have been announced on what will happen to the property following the demolition.

“Having an obsolete building that has been empty for nearly 20 years wasn’t in line with the branding we are trying to put forward, so we are pleased with this new development,” remarked Troy Mayor Ethan Baker.

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Four suspects were taken into custody during an alleged armed robbery attempt at Oakland Mall 13 days after committing a different armed robbery, authorities believe.

The initial incident took place at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 11 at Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills. According to investigators, two men wearing surgical masks entered the MJ Diamonds jewelry store at the mall, sprayed three employees with pepper spray and smashed several displays in order to steal several items of jewelry.

The initial investigation revealed a black Kia Soul as a possible suspect vehicle that fled the area. Due to the violent nature of the robbery, the case was turned over to the FBI’s Oakland County Gang and Violent Crimes Task Force.

On Aug. 24, at 5:42 p.m., members of the task force were conducting surveillance in the area of Oakland Mall in an attempt to locate the suspect’s vehicle. Surveillance observed three subjects, all wearing masks, entering Macy’s at Oakland Mall. The vehicle they arrived in, the suspected black Kia Soul, left the parking lot and entered I-75 North.

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The Shine Fashion Show took place at Somerset Aug. 27 to benefit Variety the Children’s Charity as well as the FAR Therapeutic Arts and Recreation.

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The show allows young people with special cognitive or physical needs to select an outfit for no cost, get a free makeover at a local salon and then strut their stuff down the aisle.

On Aug. 27, several young models took to the runway at Somerset Collection in Troy for the eighth annual Shine Fashion Show.

The show is notable because all its models are young people from the community with special needs. The show is organized by Variety the Children’s Charity and benefits Variety as well as the FAR Therapeutic Arts and Recreation program.

“The Shine Fashion Show is a heartwarming, beautiful afternoon where the children and families of Variety and FAR Therapeutic Arts and Recreation get to experience a fashion show,” said Michelle Murphy, the executive director of Variety. “The models in the show are those with unique and special needs or cognitive

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The Troy High School orchestra will host its 13th annual 5K run/walk fundraiser through Boulan Park Sunday, Oct. 1.

The event helps support the more than 200 students in the orchestra as they continue their musical education.

It’s “an opportunity for the Troy community to come together and support our award-winning orchestra students,” orchestra director Wendy Stuart said in an email. “We are also giving the students and the extended orchestra family a chance to help fund scholarships, trips, musical equipment and awards that support our program. Thanks to all who participate either as runners, volunteers, or cheerleaders!”

The cost is $25 for those who register online prior to the event and $30 on race day. This includes a commemorative T-shirt and post-run refreshments. Race day registration opens at 8:30 a.m. A children’s fun run for those under age 12 starts at 10 a.m., while the 5K begins at 10:15 a.m.

Boulan Park is located at 1898 Boulan Park Drive in Troy. More information is available at troyhighorchestra@ gmail.com.

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The movies are coming to life at Somerset Collection as it presents its “Cinematic Couture” exhibit, displaying costumes from numerous cinematic classics.

More than 35 installations will be included, including costumes donned by Julie Andrews in “Victor Victoria,” Renee Zellweger in “Miss Potter” and Johnny Depp in “Pirates of the Caribbean.” Curated specially for Somerset Collection, “Cinematic Couture” pulls from more than 500 costumes in the archives of Academy Award-winning costume house, COSPROP and Hampshire Street Studio in London, England.

“Fashion in film often inspires design that is seen on the runway, and eventually these looks transition into what our guests see in our stores,” said Kate Millea, general manager of Somerset Collection. “We are thrilled to bring this one-of-a-kind fashion exhibit to Somerset Collection for our guests to enjoy.”

The display will be located in the mall’s North Grand Court and will run Sept. 1-Oct. 1.

Just in time for hunting season, the Ridgedale Players are presenting their performances of “Escanaba in da Moonlight,” by Jeff Daniels.

It’s the story of Reuben Soady, the oldest member of his family to never bag a buck. Known around town as the “Buckless Yooper,” Reuben goes to any and all lengths to erase himself from the luckless pages of the family record book.

“This is a delightful, funny story about life in our own Upper Peninsula,” said director Emily Lane. “Please join us for a story about family traditions, deer hunting, flatulence and finding out who truly believes in you.”

The play runs 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Sept. 15-Oct. 1. Adult tickets cost $20, and senior tickets cost $18. To order tickets, go to ridgedaleplayers.com.

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and physical challenges, and they are expertly outfitted by Somerset retailers and fashion stylists.”

Murphy said that being able to give these young people a day where they get to be front and center makes a big difference to them.

“Variety is a charity for children, and we pride ourselves on inclusivity and driving opportunities for children with special needs, so it is a natural, wonderful thing to put on a fashion show where these young people are models,” she said. “They get to experience a spotlight on them, which might not usually be there. We know it’s a wonderful gift that not only the models cherish, but their families as well.”

Alex Bai, of West Bloomfield, was among the models who took part that day. He added some dance moves as he strutted down the aisle.

“I enjoy the modeling and getting gifts and stuff like that. It’s cool; it’s an exciting thing,” said Alex Bai. “It’s fun and it puts a smile on my face.”

His mother, Esther Bai, was on hand and said the show means a lot to Alex.

“He’s been in the show all eight years. We were asked to take part. My son is involved with FAR Therapeutic Arts and Recreation. He has been taking music therapy lessons there for about 12 years.”

She added that the programs the show raises money for can make a huge difference in the life of those with special needs.

Variety officials said that, for a young person with special needs, being able to be the center of attention and be recognized for their style and poise can be very important.

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“Alex enjoys participating in the show,” she said. “It raises money for kids with special needs that their families might not otherwise be able to afford, so it’s a wonderful cause.”

The models not only get to walk the runway, but they also get to keep the clothes they select.

“They spend the morning at the Alex Emilio Salon in Royal Oak, where they receive hair and makeup services

donated by the talented staff,” said Murphy. “Each model submits a form, and it allows them to tell us their sizes, color preferences, and their style preferences, and the wonderful staff at Somerset Collection selects the outfits. The models come for two days of fittings. They are then sent to the salon the morning of the show to get their hair and makeup done.

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Pamela Ayres, the president of FAR, said that the money raised by the event goes on to do enormous good for kids with special needs.

“FAR provides creative arts therapy for any age and any diagnosis,” said Ayres.

“We serve about 1,500 people a year. We’re a 70-year-old organization that provides art therapy, music therapy, dance movement therapy and recreational therapy.”

She complimented Variety’s horseback riding program as well, since it is the other recipient of the raised funds.

“We collaborate with Variety, and they support a horseback riding program for kids with special needs,” said Ayres. “It’s a great program they offer which allows kids who would never have the chance to ride a horse be able to do so with the professionals and equipment necessary to allow that to happen.”

Ayres believes that providing these funds can make a huge difference, especially since raising children with special needs often means higher living expenses to begin with due to costs like medical care.

“This helps raise money so our therapy programs can be offered free of charge,” she said. “We know that raising a child is expensive, and being part of a group can some-

times be beyond a family’s means. We offer free groups to our families enrolled in FAR’s private services.”

Murphy hopes the show will convince more people in the community to get involved in such causes and organizations.

“We hope this will convince people to get involved,” said Murphy. “Everything we do is inspiring. It creates opportunity. It creates a life-changing difference, whether it’s the Shine show itself or the programs that it benefits.”

Ayres said that children with special needs can often feel forgotten about or like they are misfits. Events like the Shine Fashion Show bring them not only a feeling of fitting in, but also of getting to be the star of a major event.

“Today is so important because, if you were here, you would see all the people watching and it makes sure the community knows about our friends with special needs,” she said. “People with special needs are some of the most amazing people, and you just want to give them the opportunity to feel beautiful the way a neurotypical kid would.”

More information on Variety can be found at www.variety.org. More information on FAR can be found at far-therapy.org.

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Village Players to perform ‘A Raisin In The Sun’

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BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Village Players are starting their 101st season with Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin In The Sun.” Jay Kaplan will direct the Birmingham Village Players’ production starring Dez Walker, Jacinta Shanae, Zahirah Muhammad, Shelby Bradley and Wilson Roberson as the Younger family.

The award-winning play takes place in the 1950s in the segregated south side of Chicago and follows the life of the Youngers as they face racism, economic inequality and housing discrimination. Feminism and African nationalism are also prominent themes in “A Raisin In The Sun.” Hansberry, a civil rights and social justice advocate, challenged then-U.S. Attorney General Robert Kennedy and President John F. Kennedy along with her friend James Baldwin.

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The vehicle then turned on its hazard lights and parked on the shoulder, directly across the parking lot from the Macy’s store entrance.

The three subjects who entered Macy’s proceeded directly to the jewelry counter, sprayed employees with pepper spray, and then used hammers Parraquez-Mondaca Aguilar-Mondaca to break display case glass. After stealing the jewelry, they exited the store, ran across the parking lot, and jumped the freeway fence into their awaiting vehicle parked on Rojas-Palma Caceres-Henriquez the shoulder.

The Troy police said that task force members moved into position ahead of the attempted escape and, in conjunction with officers from the Troy Police Department, were able to stop the suspect vehicle and arrest all four subjects without further incident. The stolen jewelry was recovered, along with cash and other evidence that authorities say connects them with the previous robbery that occurred at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets.

The suspects were identified as Hernan Parraquez-Mondaca, who was charged with five counts of armed robbery, five counts of felonious assault, and two counts of malicious destruction of property; Michael Aguilar-Mondaca, who they said was the owner of the black Kia Soul, was charged with five counts of armed robbery, five counts of felonious assault, and two counts of malicious destruction of property; Sandrino Rojas-Palma, who was charged with five counts of armed robbery, five counts of felonious assault, and two counts of malicious destruction of property; and Nicholas Caceres-Henriquez, who was charged with two counts of armed robbery, two counts of felonious assault, and one count of malicious destruction of property.

The suspects were arraigned Aug. 27 in 52-1 District Court. Bond was denied for all four. Each count of armed robbery is a felony and carries a maximum penalty of life in prison. Each count of felonious assault is a felony and carries the maximum penalty of four years in prison and/or a $2,000 fine. Each count of malicious destruction of property is a felony and carries the maximum penalty of five years in prison and/or a fine of $10,000 or three times the value of damaged property. Their next court date was slated to be a preliminary exam scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday, Sept.11.

“We are thankful for our law enforcement partners in Auburn Hills and the work being done by the FBI Gang and Violent Crime Task Force and their help with this arrest,” the Troy Police and Auburn Hills Police said in a joint press release.

The four suspects had not retained or been appointed attorneys prior to press time.

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Chris Deneau, the owner of Clearview Estate Sales, said every estate sale they host is completely different. People can be out of town, in town, have multiple family members involved and host of other scenarios.

His company takes 35% of the profits, and he said they usually can get set up in a couple of days in a standard household.

“We have been running into less and less standard households in the last couple of years and more hoarding situations, it seems,” Deneau said.

How long it takes also depends on the estate. They’ve done estate sales that take a couple of days and also ones that take two to three weeks, Deneau said.

It takes a while, Rodgers said, to price the

items in the estate. Her company uses professionals to appraise everything.

“Our pricing is based on careful research, years of experience and knowledge of the Detroit metro area market,” Rodgers said in an email. “Pricing is also a practice of knowing what current trends in home decor and decorating are popular.”

Both Rodgers and Deneau said it depends on the family when it comes to what happens to the items that aren’t sold.

“Our cleanout process includes selling items as a lot or bundle for deep discounts, donating leftover items to charity, utilizing refuse disposal services and sometimes even having free days,” Rodgers said in an email.

Deneau said his company works with Grace Centers of Hope to donate items not sold.

“There’s certain things that Grace Centers of Hope won’t take,” Deneau said. “So we really

focus hard during the estate sale utilizing Facebook Marketplace, utilizing Craigslist, utilizing specialty groups to try and get rid of items that may not be donatable after the sale.”

Both Rodgers and Deneau said there does need to be empathy and compassion when getting ready for an estate sale.

Rodgers said an estate sale doesn’t necessarily happen because a loved one dies; it can be for any number of reasons. Deneau said he’s signed contracts with a 90-year-old going into assisted living and a 21-year-old who lost her parents.

“You have a lot of people that can deal with the situation, but you have a lot of people that you really need to be kind to and you need to walk them through the process very slowly or else they won’t make it through the process,” Deneau said.

They also both said they have dealt with difficult customers who come to estate

sales. Rodgers has security at their sales.

“My company is run by myself and my husband, who is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL,” Rodgers said in the email. She said he “is in charge of security at every sale, and our dedicated staff members all work together to keep everyone safe and shopping happily.”

People looking to host estate sales should be diligent about looking at reviews for a company, and they have to be careful of who they hire.

“But you need to be very diligent about your Google and your Yelp reviews,” Deneau said. “Because you can very, very easily hire a company that can take advantage of you.”

To get an estate sale started, Deneau said, people should take out anything they want to keep and then call an estate sale company.

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Kmart, which had its beginnings as the Kresge Co., moved from its former headquarters in Detroit to the Troy campus in 1972. The company merged with Sears and moved its headquarters to Chicago in 2006, and the Troy site has been vacant ever since. The Kmart company is currently preparing to close its final store, having shuttered its last store in Michigan in 2021.

Forbes/Frankel Troy Ventures LLC, the owners of the Kmart property, have not yet submitted any proposed development or schedule for this site at this time. Forbes/ Frankel Troy Ventures bought the site in 2009 for $17.5 million.

The Forbes Co. did not respond to requests for comment prior to press time.

Baker said the specifics of why development has taken so long aren’t publicly known, but he believes the property owners wanted to ensure they were making the best decision regarding their real estate.

“It’s private property and a private development. We couldn’t and wouldn’t tell them what to do with their own property,” said Baker. “I know the ownership very well.

They didn’t want to move forward until it was the right time to do it. They are now preparing the site for future development. I would speculate that they determined that the best way to do that is to bring down the existing structure.”

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press release. “It is important to stress there will be numerous opportunities for public input once a development application is submitted for this property. The process starts with demolition.”

The application still must undergo an evaluation and inspection by the city of Troy’s building, engineering, and planning departments to verify proper standards and specifications will be met, and to ensure the contractor will implement appropriate safeguards for the abutting neighborhoods and commercial properties.

Given the proximity and size of this site, demolition plans include procedures to monitor dust and emissions control, measures for soil erosion and sedimentation, noise control, and proper removal of electrical and hazardous materials such as light poles, bulbs and asbestos. Building debris and concrete will be hauled away to be crushed and recycled at an offsite facility.

“It will be a long process,” said Baker.

“Now we are dealing strictly with the demolition, which has to only happen during certain hours. We are working with the owners to make sure it is all being done by the book and provide the least amount of disruption in the area.”

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“I think this is something everyone in this city is excited about, and we are looking forward to seeing what happens at this very important site in our city,” said Baker.

“Not knowing what future development will be, I can’t make any specific comment about whatever will go there, but I’m sure it will complement Somerset well and fit with the goals we have had for the Big Beaver corridor. I have a lot of faith in the people at Forbes/Frankel, that they will develop it into something that will benefit the community.”

Upon city approval, the contractor plans to begin demolition this month, starting on the parking structure, then moving on to the main building. Fencing off of the property had already begun when the announcement was made Aug. 31. Once demolition activity is in full force, deconstruction of the entire property is projected to last between nine and 12 months.

“Demolition of this tired asset is the first step towards redevelopment of this prominent location,” Brent Savidant, Troy’s community development director, said in a

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FIREPLACE SAFETY HEATS UP FOR FALL

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utumn’s cool, crisp air is around the corner, which means many homeowners will soon want to cozy up by their fireplaces.

But before you decide to spark a fire, local fire experts have a few safety tips to keep in mind.

Fireplaces are often neglected when it comes to maintenance, so experts say it’s important to have a licensed chimney specialist inspect your fireplace each year.

“You always want to make sure that your chimney is inspected — and cleaned, if necessary — by a qualified professional,” said Susan McKelvey, communications manager for the National Fire Protection Association. “Obviously, it’s best if that is done before the start of the heating season.”

Inspections can assure there are no cracks or dislodged bricks that need to be repaired, and they can check for animal nests or other blockages that could prevent smoke from escaping.

Cleanings will help get rid of built-up soot and creosote — a tarlike substance that’s a byproduct of wood fires — that can spark a dangerous chimney fire.

Homeowners with gas-powered fireplaces should also hire a professional to check for hazards, such as leaks in the gas line.

Once you’re given the green light to use your fireplace, make sure you know how to open the flue, so smoke is drawn out of the house and clean air is drawn in. Cracking a window can also help with air quality.

Experts say to burn nothing in the fireplace except dry firewood or Chimney Safety Institute of America-accepted manufactured logs and to clean out all ash from previous fires before lighting a new one.

“You don’t want to burn other things, like trash, wrapping paper or newspaper because the byproduct of those burning materials can cause a buildup in the lining of your chimney, so you really just want to make sure that you put wood in your fireplace that’s designed for being burned,” McKelvey said.

“And always remember not to overload your fireplace with wood,” Rochester Fire Chief John Cieslik added. “We don’t want someone to put so much wood in the fireplace that it would fall out, so you also need to make sure there are screens in the fireplace to keep sparks from flying.

Although the mesmerizing glow of the flames can be enticing, children and pets should always be at least 3 feet away from the fireplace. A safety screen should be installed to reduce the risk of burns, and the area around the fireplace should be clear of anything that’s potentially flammable — including drapes, blankets, baskets, books and other decorative items.

“You want to make sure the area is clear

of anything that can burn,” McKelvey explained.

Once you’ve gotten your fire roaring, remember to never leave it unattended and also make sure it’s completely out before going to bed or leaving the house.

“And it’s always a good time to check your fire extinguisher in your house to make sure it’s ready in the event that you would need it,” Cieslik said.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that fireplaces and chimneys are involved in an average of 15,800 fires per year, resulting in an average of 20 deaths and 50 injuries annually from 2017 to 2019.

Fire officials say dangerous home blazes can be prevented with a simple tool — a fire alarm.

“We always want people to test their smoke alarms and remember to replace their batteries,” Cieslik said.

Three out of every five home fire deaths result from fires in homes with no smoke

alarms, according to the National Fire Protection Association. So it’s very important that you have smoke alarms — with the label of a reputable testing agency, like Underwriters Laboratories — in every bedroom and in the common areas on each floor of your home. All smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years or sooner if they don’t respond properly when tested. When smoke alarms fail to operate, it is usually because batteries are missing, disconnected or dead.

Anything that burns fuel, such as a gas fireplace, can potentially become a source of carbon monoxide — an invisible, odorless gas that can kill — so fire officials say homeowners should also make sure to have CO detectors in their homes.

CO alarms should be installed in a central location outside each bedroom and on every level of the home. Just like smoke alarms, homeowners are advised to change the batteries, test and interconnect their carbon monoxide detectors, if possible, and make sure the vents for their gas appliances See FIREPLACE on page 27A

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Pair arrested after allegedly fleeing from car accident

A 28-year-old Southfield man is being charged after allegedly causing a crash near the intersection of Big Beaver and Livernois roads at 10:36 p.m. Aug. 6.

Troy police said that they received a call from a driver claiming she had been struck in an intersection by a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, causing her airbags to deploy and injuring her face. Witnesses told police that the two occupants of the Malibu fled the scene on foot.

Both the driver and passenger of the Malibu were located soon after the accident and were taken into custody. The driver admitted to being behind the wheel of the Malibu at the time of the crash and had a blood alcohol level of 0.085% at the time of his apprehension, which is above the legal limit for driving. Charges are pending the results of a formal blood draw. The passenger, a 31-year-old man, was issued a citation for hindering and obstructing police.

Alcohol suspected as cause of crash

A suspected drunken driver is expected to face charges after allegedly causing a crash at 11:54 p.m. June 9 near the intersection of Big Beaver Road and Rochester Road.

The Troy police said the driver, a 42-year-old Macomb Township woman, rear-ended another vehicle and caused property damage.

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A 2007 Honda dirt bike was stolen from a home in the 5500 block of Livernois Road. The theft took place between 3:25 and 3:40 a.m. June 10. The suspects broke into the victim’s garage and storage shed.

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SEPT. 8-10

Art & Apples Festival: Featuring 250 artists and artisans, live music and dance groups, food trucks and restaurant pop-ups, kids art activities and more, 2-7 p.m. Sept. 8, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept. 9 and 10 a.m.4 p.m. Sept. 10, Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St., pccart.org/festival

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Patriots Race: Benefits Michigan Wounded and Returning Warrior Program, multiple races offered, White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery, 621 W. Long Lake Road in Troy, register by Sept. 7, search white-chapelpatriots-race on raceroster.com

To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/ calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.

Restaurant, 3900 Rochester Road in Troy, RSVP to Ed at (586) 909-1444 Troy Newcomers: Social group for women, activities include games, card playing, wine tasting, book club and scrapbooking, clubactivities@troynewcomers.com, troynewcomers.com

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Health workshops: For chronic pain, high blood pressure and more, hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, beaumonthealth.digitalsignup.com

SEPT. 14-17

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

Blood drive: 1-7 p.m., Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois, redcrossblood.org Troy Family Daze!: Live music, carnival and midway, food trucks, touch a truck, wrestling shows, cutest pet contest, fireworks, 5K/fun run and more, 4-9 p.m.

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Detroit Auto Show: Public event features vehicle displays, exhibits, Powering Michigan EV Experience indoor track, street course ride-and-drives and more, Huntington Place, One Washington Blvd. in Detroit, hours and pricing at naias.com

SEPT. 21

Fire & Flannel: Live folk music, bourbon tasting, food vendors, s’mores, yard games, blacksmith station, flannel contest, networking and more, 4-6:30 p.m., Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, troychamber. com International Day of Peace: Hosted by Troy-area Interfaith Group, 7 p.m., Masjid Mahmood, 1730 W. Auburn Road in Rochester Hills, troyinterfaithgroup.org

Support groups: Join meetings for alzheimers and dementia caregivers, caring and sharing loss, those with parkinson’s and their care partners, and those who are visually impaired, Older Persons’ Commission, 650 Letica Drive in Rochester, (248) 656-1403

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Sept. 14, Shield’s Pizza, 1476 W. Maple Road in Troy, kimballclassreunion1973@gmail.com Warren Cousino High School Class of 1978: 6 p.m.

Oct. 14, Maple Lane Golf Club, 33203 Maple Lane Drive in Sterling Heights, (586) 795-4000, Warren Cousino Class of 1978 on Facebook

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The staff at Cornerstone Community Financial, including Chief Experience Officer Jennifer Dickey and vice president of Operations Steve Flores, pictured, are encouraging the community to take part in the Be a Game Changer game collection.

change a child’s perception of hospitals. If they are happier it helps their recovery and helps us in our efforts to treat them.”

“We receive direction from the hospital so they work with them to select the items that will be best utilized and the children will enjoy the most,” added Dickey.

Stys believes that the Be a Game Changer program is something that more hospitals and organizations should look at since it is not something many medical organizations have put a focus on in the past, but can truly help when planning a child’s care.

“They reached out to us and were interested in doing some larger scale donations. It’s been a few years where they’ve done these large-scale donations,” said Stys. “This is a cool thing because it’s relatively new for us, but we are really into it. We have a new technology specialist position, so we have a staff member specialized in helping utilize these items to the best of our ability with patients.”

“One of our goals is to always bring hope and comfort to the kids in our communities who are facing illness, as well as their families,” added Dickey.

“Having these organizations to connect with and giving them age-appropriate distractions to them allows them to have some level of normalcy while they are going through a difficult time.”

Both Dickey and Stys hope that they will get even more donations than previous years and that others will see how beneficial a collection like this can be.

“We’re excited and hope the community gets involved with us,” Dickey said. “Hopefully, their mission aligns with Cornerstone’s mission to be a part of the communities we belong to. This is one way we can put our mission into action and it’s a great way for others to do the same.”

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lenn Harris was 19 years old when he took his first-ever motorcycle ride on a 1975 Suzuki T500 Titan.

Harris lived in Seattle at the time and “had to learn very quickly how to ride safely in rain and how to spot black ice on the road.”

Harris, 64, is still going full throttle. Over the years, he’s owned 10 different motorcycles, logging approximately 150,000 miles in total.

“The allure of motorcycles is you’re not just a passive observer,” said Harris, who was born in Los Angeles and now resides in Birmingham. “In a car, it’s like you’re looking through a TV screen. Being on a motorcycle, you’re in the show.

There’s no cage around you. The sights, the smells, everything is just there.

“You’re closer to the ground than in the car,” said Harris, who has been married to his wife Alexandra since 1990 and has three children, three grandchildren and one grandchild on the way. “You feel like you are part of the environment. It’s magical. It’s a wonderful, wonderful experience.”

One of his favorite models was the 1998 Honda Shadow American Classic Edition he purchased in the summer of 2020 from a couple who lived in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He recently sold the jade pearl green and pearl ivory colored Honda and has nothing but good memories of the bike he called “Beachcomber.”

“I nicknamed it ‘Beachcomber’ because it’s got the color of the sand and the surf. They only made about 400 of these in this color. It’s really rare to see these,” the experienced rider said. “It looked very vintage. In a sea of black bikes, it always stood out.”

Harris purchased the motorcycle for $3,000, although the owner was asking $3,500.

But when he saw Harris’ enthusiasm for the ’98 Honda, a deal was made. Harris bought a one-way airplane ticket to Baton Rouge to officially purchase the bike. After having dinner with the couple he bought the bike from, he stayed the night in a hotel and departed for home at 6:30 a.m. the next day.

The mileage when he left Baton Rouge was 15,785; when he returned to Birmingham, it was 17,104. Harris made the most of his 1,319-mile journey through eight states, including Georgia, and was prepared with gloves, a helmet and a rain suit.

“I was going through Alabama, and there was a huge electrical storm,” he said. “I had some interesting weather in Tennessee.”

At one point while still in Tennessee, Harris pulled off the highway and parked his new ride under a freeway overpass.

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peal to a broad variety of people. It’s a nice, local festival that so many Troy residents have such fond memories of.”

Hours will be 4-9 p.m. Thursday, 4-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.11 p.m. Saturday and noon-7 p.m. Sunday. The entrance cost is $5 per person, or free for those ages 10 and under. There is no cost for parking, but rides and some attractions will require tickets, which can be purchased for an additional cost.

“There are no major differences from last year. We are continuing to try and bring together more community elements,” said McLaughlin. “We have new food trucks. … Last year, on Sunday, we had our first 5K and Kids Fun Run. We will have that again, and we will have a pancake breakfast after, hosted by the Troy Rotary Club.”

In addition to rides and games, Troy Family Daze regularly has some unconventional activities and entertainment.

“We had the cutest baby competition last year, and this year we will have a competition for the cutest pet,” said McLaughlin.

“We are working with the Oakland County Recreation Department to bring a climbing wall. We will have our normal lineup of activities, like wrestling, which was popular last year. We have an activity for special needs students, which is by invitation only where they can ride the carnival rides and get food as they are chaperoned, which is how we kick it off.”

Among the activities will be the International Day celebration on Sunday. Lisa Bica Grodsky is the entertainment chair for the event and grew up performing in the Troy Family Daze International Day shows.

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Among the attractions at the 63rd annual Troy Family Daze will be the International Day celebration, in which more than 20 groups representing diverse cultures will perform.

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“I have been doing it for the last five years along with the advisory committee,” she said. “International Day has been a part of Troy Daze since the 1980s. I was a performer as part of the Italian dancer group.

We’ve spoken with so many people who have taken part in previous years.”

She said that performing in the show was such a special memory while growing up.

“We performed Troy Daze a number of times,” said Grodsky. “I would have never dreamed I would be the one organizing it when I was younger. We used to perform downtown and in Windsor or on the east side. What I love about it is that they would have fresh food and you celebrate your heritage. It all really makes people feel at home.

We would finish at Troy Daze and then sit back and eat or go on the ride. It was so much fun.”

Numerous groups representing nationalities, faiths and ethnicities from all over the world will be represented.

“I’m looking forward to the Echoes of Ukraine group returning,” Grodsky said.

“They have a dance group and a live accordion player. There is a large Indian population, so there are two different schools of dance performing at Troy Daze for the first time.

There’s a Greek group called the Omega

Dancers that I’ve been trying to include for a couple years now. … I would love to attract even more Middle Eastern, African and Indigenous groups in future years. We love being able to include everyone in the community.”

Among the other entertainment will be a variety of musicians.

“We have entertainment every day,” said McLaughlin. “Our schedule for performers is posted on our website, www.troyfamilydaze.org. On Thursday night we will have a Filipino band called Tubig. Friday evening we have Mojo Filter Band. Saturday there will be a performance by The Fives.

There are about 20 performances on Sunday for International Day, including a hula dance team and some bagpipers.”

There even will be some helpful resources aimed at making the Troy community safer.

“On Saturday at noon there will be Narcan training by Families Against Narcotics,” said McLaughlin. “We have free vision screenings by the Troy Lions Club. We like to host a lot of programs like this from some local organizations as well as providing fun.”

Like last year, there will also be a naturalization ceremony welcoming in new Americans as they are sworn in as citizens of the United States.

Greg Barrett tests both his luck and his throwing arm to win a prize for his son, Owen, at the 2022 Troy Family Daze celebration.

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“I love the naturalization ceremony,” said Grodsky. “Such things are usually in these sterile courtroom type settings, but this lets them celebrate this moment in public with their neighbors, and it really reminds those of us born in the United States how important living here is when you see what others do to get what we have.”

The organizers hope the Troy community will once again come together for the festivities and enjoy the traditional fall celebration.

“It’s a great experience for a kid,” Grodsky remarked. “Kids are going back to school and they can meet up just as summer is starting to end. It’s the premier local event. It’s a minimal fee to get in. The good thing about the money you do pay is that it goes right back into the community. No one is lining their pockets. The Troy Community Foundation turns around and uses this money to give to local groups that help local residents.”

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“It was kind of in a rural area. It was nice to just relax for a little bit,” he said.

“Riding in Tennessee was absolutely gorgeous. Same thing for Kentucky. Really, all of it was just beautiful, because you’re riding in the South. It’s so green.”

While en route, Harris stopped about every hour to fill up on gas.

“It’s an opportunity to see things,” he said. “The people you meet at restaurants and gas stations are very friendly.”

One place he visited was the Hellfighters International Christian Ministries in Laurel, Mississippi. Harris, who has served for 26 years as associate rabbi at Congregation Shema Yisrael in Bloomfield Hills, felt very welcome at the Christian Ministries.

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lage Players wanted to do this play is because some of its themes still resonate today.

“Although we have certainly made progress in the area of civil rights, some things still have not changed,” Kaplan said.

“There is still a great deal of racism in our country and economic inequality still exists.”

The main conflict revolves around what is done with the life insurance money that the mother receives following the death of her husband. Within the three generations of the Youngers, some members of the family have differing opinions on what should be done with the money.

The Birmingham Village players are using a version of the script that was performed at the NY Public Theatre in 2022. This version has some differences. For instance, the Youngers’ neighbor, Mrs. Johnson, warns the family of the potential violence and backlash from their neighbors they may face if they move into an all-white neighborhood.

This version of the script also shows Ruth strongly considering having an abortion when she learns of her pregnancy, due to her family’s economic struggles.

“They did some subsequent productions of ‘A Raisin In The Sun’ after Lorraine Hansberry’s death, and there were other versions of the script that they decided to use that reflected some of these issues that maybe they thought they could not discuss back in 1959,” Kaplan said.

Kaplan said the cast is made up of actors who have performed around metro De-

ris, also a member of the Lion of Judah Motorcycle Ministries Michigan Chapter. “They gave me a big hug before I went on my way.”

On the last part of his stretch, Harris rode from Indiana to Michigan on a twolane road.

“It’s my favorite kind of riding because you’re making progress but you don’t feel like you have to be flying,” he said. “As you’re going from Indiana to Michigan, it’s a wideopen country. You’re looking at farmland.

There are no tall buildings. You can see out in front of you for miles.”

It took him three days to get home.

“I was one tired puppy,” he said.

In the three years Harris owned “Beachcomber,” he logged 6,740 miles. He also added on several items including Cobra swept driver floorboards and a Chilhowee tank bra and fender bib. He had a lot of fun with the ’98 Honda. For two years in a row, he took it to the annual Mackinaw City Motorcycle Rally. troit, but most are new to the Birmingham Village Players.

“It is wonderful to have these talented, dedicated actors and performers that are part of this production,” Kaplan said. “They care very much about this play and what it has to say.”

Shanae is playing the role of Ruth Younger. Her character is married to Walter Lee Younger, and she is a hard-working mother who wants to provide the family with better living conditions.

“I feel like this has taken me back to my strong foundation of really understanding history, not just Black history, but the history of writing and the history of theater,” Shanae said.

This is Shanae’s first show with the Birmingham Village Players, but she has been active in local theater for a while. She is a writer and is known to put on productions throughout metro Detroit.

“My experience has been so welcoming, and I feel at home there,” Shanae said.

“A Raisin In The Sun” will be performed at 8 p.m. Sept. 15-16 and 22-23, and at 2 p.m. Sept. 17 and 24.

Purchase a ticket online or by calling the box office at (248) 644-2075. Reserved tickets cost $25, which includes the ticketing fee.

“I hope our production will not only solidify the appreciation of ‘A Raisin In The Sun’ and what it has to say but also make the statement that no matter how far we have come, we still have a way to go,” Kaplan said.

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“One of the things I like to do is motorcycle camping,” he said. “I stayed right along the water. I’d look at the sunset along the Straits of Mackinac.”

Harris also received a lot of thumbs-up from people when riding.

“I got so many compliments on it,” he said. “There’s a real camaraderie between bikers.”

The avid rider takes motorcycling very seriously. He enrolls in training classes every two to three years.

Harris recently sold the bike to new friends Mickey and Peggy Benson, of Indi-

ana, who now have matching Honda Shadows of the same jade pearl green and pearl ivory color.

Although Harris sold the Honda, he is still riding. He has a 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner motorcycle. He also has a 2001 Ford Mustang convertible.

“The Yamaha is a bigger bike. I couldn’t keep both so I had to let one go. It was so hard because I loved that bike,” said Harris, who keeps in touch with Peggy Benson on Facebook, which gives him a chance to stay tuned to what he calls “The Ongoing Saga of Beachcomber.”

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BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS STAFF CLIMB UHURU PEAK ON MOUNT KILIMANJARO

BIRMINGHAM — Two staff members of Birmingham Public Schools recently braved an international adventure.

Cynthia Sherman, a Groves High School science teacher, and Joanna McKinney, Bingham Farms Elementary principal, recently returned from a trip to Tanzania, where they conquered Uhuru Peak on Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in Africa.

The 55.3-mile trek took eight days to complete. During their journey, they traveled through various climate zones and ultimately reached an elevation of 19,341 feet.

SHELBY JOINS THE BATTLE OF THE BADGES SOFTBALL GAME SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA/CHESTERFIELD — Residents can cheer on their Shelby Township police officers as they play the Chesterfield Police Department in the Battle of the Badges at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, at Jimmy John’s Field, 7001 Auburn Road in Utica. The gates will open at 1 p.m., and tickets cost $10, though kids ages 12 and younger will be admitted for free. There will be a face painter, live music and more.

Christian Financial Credit Union’s Outreach & Impact Foundation presented a $3,000 grant to Champ Life of St. Clair Shores. From left to right, Ashley Geddes from Christian Financial, Tommy Sheerer from Champ Life, Christine Quitter and Barb Trbovich from Christian Financial.

Photo provided Christian Financial Credit Union Outreach & Impact Foundation

LOCAL NONPROFIT AWARDED GRANT CRWC to hold beer-, wine-tasting event

The Clinton River Watershed Council will present a Crafts on the Clinton beer and wine tasting event at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Dodge Park Farmers Market Pavilion, 40620 Utica Road. The event will also feature food, music and art vendors.

Attendees have to show ID proving their age of 21 years or up. Purchase tickets by visiting bit.ly/3DD6EW3.

METRO DETROIT — According to a press release, the Christian Financial Credit Union Outreach & Impact Foundation has awarded Champ Life a $3,000 grant.

This grant comes part of the foundation’s biggest award to four local nonprofits. The nonprofits awarded the grants are Champ Life ($3,000), The Daisy Project ($2,500), Single Family Living ($1,000) and Money Matters for Youth ($1,000).

Champ Life, based in St. Clair Shores, hosts a residential camp for area foster children “to help build self-esteem and a sense of pride and accomplishment,” the press release said. They offer activities for children such as horseback riding, kayaking, swimming and more.

“Our annual kid’s camp helps children who have experienced tremendous abandonment and loss begin to feel a sense of value and worth,” said Tommy Sheerer, pastor/director at Champ Life. “So many children will experience hope and healing because of the Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation’s generosity.”

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EE W E H T F O E CRIM • K E E W E H OF T E M I R C • K NEWSWORTHY E WE INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS

Man accused of ripping necklace from woman’s neck

BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 9 p.m. Aug. 4, officers were dispatched to a restaurant on Peabody Street for a strong-arm robbery.

The victim, a 34-year-old woman from Oak Park, reported that the suspect, a 36-year-old man from Redford, had ripped a necklace and pendant valued at $15,500 from her neck as she sat in the bar area.

The witness said she followed the suspect, who is her ex-boyfriend, outside and saw him drive away.

Several witnesses to the encounter corroborated the victim’s story. An investigation was ongoing.

Troy woman bangs on police barrier with chair

BIRMINGHAM — On Aug. 14 at approximately 7 a.m, officers were dispatched to the front lobby of the Birmingham Police Department for an individual hitting the plexiglass barrier with a chair.

Officers observed damage to the chair and plexiglass consistent with being struck by an object. The suspect, a 35-year-old woman from Troy, appeared intoxicated and refused to answer officers’ questions.

She was arrested and charged with malicious destruction of property.

Police retrieve stolen vehicle, apprehend suspects after foot chase

SOUTHFIELD — Officers responded to the 23000 block of Lawn Road for a report of a stolen 2019 Chevrolet Silverado at 5:46 a.m. Aug. 7.

The reporting party stated that he had left the vehicle unlocked with the keys inside.

While speaking with the victim, other officers located the stolen vehicle, which led to a foot chase with the suspects. Police arrested the suspects and recovered a firearm.

Heated argument leads to arrests

SOUTHFIELD — Officers responded to a report of gunshots heard at 11:36 a.m. Aug. 9.

When officers arrived at the scene at Fairfax and 10 Mile Road, it was determined that there had been a verbal dispute between the two parties, which led to the armed party firing at the other individual.

No injuries were sustained, and officers arrested the suspects and confiscated the firearm.

Home broken into, flooded

SOUTHFIELD — A woman’s home in the 18000 block of South Drive was broken into between 12:30 and 8 a.m. Aug. 14.

The method of entry is unknown; however, the

sink was left on, which led to the residence being flooded. It is unknown what was taken during the incident.

Challenger stolen with 2 guns in it

NOVI — A thief stole a white 2020 Dodge Challenger that contained two guns and a laptop while the owner shopped at Macy’s department store at Twelve Oaks Mall between 3 p.m. and 4:37 p.m.

July 21. The Dodge Challenger reportedly had a black shaker hood scoop.

The owner told police that he kept a black and gray .38 caliber Smith & Wesson between the driver’s seat and the center console, according to the report.

He also stated that he had a .40 caliber black Smith & Wesson in the glove box, which he kept locked. He told police that both guns were registered to him.

Seeing broken glass in the parking lot, police determined that the thief had broken the driver’s side window to gain access to the car. The owner was able to track his vehicle using his SiriusXM satellite radio app to the area of Davison and Rosemont in Detroit.

He was also able to remotely turn off the engine using the app.

Novi police then reached out to Detroit police to ask them to search the location for the vehicle.

Meanwhile, the victim’s second cellphone was pinging in the vicinity of Nordstrom’s at the mall. His personal and work phones were recovered on the west side of the ring road, in between The Enclaves and Walton Woods. It was noted that the victim had three phones, two personal and one work. He used the one that he had on his person to locate the other two. The personal phone that was recovered was collected as evidence, as officers observed latent fingerprints on the device. The man consented to have his prints and DNA gathered to eliminate his prints from the search for the culprit.

According to the report, officers told the man that he should not go to Detroit to look for his vehicle; however, if he did and was able to locate his vehicle, then he needed to contact Detroit police immediately. Mall security was not able to provide police with any video footage of the incident, according to the report.

The Dodge owner contacted police again at 7:19 p.m. to inform them that he had located his vehicle.

He said he had gone to the exact location on his GPS, and his vehicle was in the backyard of an abandoned residence on Rosemont Drive in Detroit. He said he knew it was his car by the license plate as well as the fact that the vehicle started for him, as he had the keys.

The man told police that the guns and the laptop were not in the vehicle. He was not able to get

the vehicle to go into gear. Novi’s police dispatchers contacted Detroit police three times asking for officers to respond to the Rosemont Drive location.

The man was able to take possession of the vehicle, which had damage to the driver’s side front glass, front windshield, mirror and glove box. He told police he would be paying for the repairs out of pocket, according to the report.

Novi police said that the .40 caliber handgun was recovered by Sterling Heights police July 28.

According to the Novi police report, a Sterling Heights police report shows that the gun had been used in a robbery and was being held as evidence. Novi police informed the owner and gave him the contact information for a Sterling Heights detective. The other handgun has not been recovered.

Troy police recover stolen van

TROY — Police officers located a reportedly stolen U-Haul van near the intersection of Maple Road and Stephenson Highway at 10:09 a.m. July 25 after the vehicle’s location was reported to the police.

After initiating a traffic stop on the vehicle, the officers confirmed it was the vehicle that had been stolen in Warren. The driver, a 33-year-old Clinton Township woman, was arrested on one charge of possessing/receiving a stolen vehicle.

Alleged catalytic converter thief caught

TROY — A 45-year-old Warren man was arrested in connection with several larcenies in the area, including the theft of catalytic converters from vehicles.

He was taken into custody at 5:27 a.m. July 28 in the 2300 block of Coolidge Highway. After observing the suspect steal catalytic converters, Troy detectives boxed in his vehicle in the area of 13 Mile and Southfield roads.

According to the police, the suspect refused to follow commands and accelerated his vehicle forward, ramming the police vehicle in front of him. The driver was then removed from the vehicle and taken into custody. A handgun was located in the vehicle.

The suspect was charged with two counts of larceny from a motor vehicle, one count of possession of a firearm by a felon, one count of possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony, one count of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer, and one count of driving with a suspended license.

SUVs taken from hospital parking lot

ROYAL OAK — Two vehicles were reported stolen Aug. 9-10 from Corewell Beaumont Hospital at 3601 W. 13 Mile Road. The first was a 2022 Dodge Durango taken between 9:30 p.m. and 8 a.m. The second was

a 2023 Dodge Durango taken between 11:30 p.m. and 7:15 a.m. Both vehicles were stolen from the employee parking lot.

Cosmetic items stolen

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Merchandise was reportedly stolen from a retail pharmacy store located on Haggerty Road between 4:52 and 4:59 p.m. Aug. 7.

Two females entered the store, took multiple cosmetic items, and left without paying, according to a report.

The case was turned over to a detective for review.

Luxury goods stolen at gunpoint

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a masked gunman robbed a 47-year-old Warren man at around 10 p.m. Aug. 10. The incident occurred on the street in the 1000 block of East Eight Mile Road.

The suspect allegedly pointed a black handgun at the victim and took several items. The stolen items include Cartier glasses, a gold necklace, two diamond necklaces, and a Cartier watch, as well as $700-$800 in cash.

The investigation was ongoing.

Chain fence broken

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a chain fence in a parking lot belonging to the city of Hazel Park was damaged around 6:54 p.m. Aug. 9.

The incident occurred at a park near East Robert Avenue and Dequindre Road.

There was allegedly a group of men who fled the scene in a vehicle that had been reported stolen out of Westland. The getaway vehicle is described as a gray 2018 Hyundai Elantra.

Police were investigating.

Sign stolen during vehicle break-in

BERKLEY — Police responded to a report of larceny from an automobile at 6:02 a.m. Aug. 4 in the 2000 block of Columbia Road, near 11 Mile Road and Coolidge Highway.

The report states that a 70-year-old Berkley woman’s vehicle had been broken into. Police found broken glass near the vehicle and what appeared to be the entry point to get inside.

The woman told police that a box that contained a Christmas wreath with candles had been taken from the vehicle and placed on the porch, where she found it in the morning. She also noticed that a crossing guard stop sign with LED lights, issued to her by the city of Huntington Woods, was missing. The value of the crossing guard sign was estimated at approximately $150.