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TROY — Anson Pingree, a member of Eagle Scout Troop 188, has been working on a mud oven for Troy Historic Village. He has been part of Troop 188 since 2021. “Scouting has always been a big part of my life, as my father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were all Eagle scouts,” Pingree said via email. He and his father met with Troy Historic Village officials to consider possible projects. Constructing an 1830s-style clay bread oven was a highpriority project for the Village, and it was the one that Pingree decided to pursue. The oven will likely be used to teach courses on bread-making at Troy Historic Village. “Even though it’s not finished (yet) … the process for building the oven required much more preparation than I initially realized,” Pingree said. “For example, I was required to get a permit from the city of Troy to dig a rat wall and foundation, and the process of pouring a concrete pad and constructing and mortaring a cobblestone base on top of it were completely new to me and required the help of others. While I’ve enjoyed the project so far, it’s been much more time-intensive than initially anticipated.” Some materials such as lumber, mortar, gravel, sand, cinder blocks and concrete were purchased from Lowes, Home Depot and Advanced See EAGLE SCOUT on page 25A Photo provided by Anson Pingree
Anson Pingree, a member of Eagle Scout Troop 188, has been building a mud oven for Troy Historic Village as part of a scout project.
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TROY — Skyye Frailey, a senior at Athens High, recently reached 1,000 kills in her career as an outside hitter on the school’s volleyball team. According to the South Dakota High School Activities Association, a kill is “an attack by a player that is not returnable by the receiving player on the opposing team and leads directly to a point or loss of rally.” Frailey was able to achieve the goal of 1,000 kills last month. She feels working on her efficiency and communication with teammates helped her reach the milestone. “It’s been a goal I’ve been trying to reach since I was a freshman here at Athens, and I’m just very proud and accomplished that I did fulfill that now,” Frailey said. Frailey has been playing volleyball since third grade. “I started playing because of my dad,” Frailey said. “He recommended it to me, and he also played in high school, so I just started when I was little in gym class.” Now she can be found playing volleyball throughout most of the year. “In high school, we play a lot of teams near our region and in our league, and then in the winter I play club volleyball, as well, where we play teams from out of state and travel a lot,” Frailey said. She intends to continue playing volleyball in college, specifically through a scholarship with Wayne State University. Kennedy Paulina, head coach for the Athens High volleyball team, was very excited for Frailey to reach her goal of 1,000 kills. Paulina said reaching the milestone is See VOLLEYBALL on page 23A
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Skyye Frailey, a senior at Athens High and outside hitter on the school’s volleyball team, has hit a career milestone of 1,000 kills.
TROY — A former bank employee faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of siphoning funds from the accounts of her clients. Rhodesia Jones, 25, of Detroit, has been charged with one count of embezzlement — financial institutions, a 20-year felony, and two counts of taxes — failure to file/false return/payment, a five-year felony. Jones was arraigned on the charges in the 52-4 District Court in Troy Oct. 8. At press time, Jones did not have an attorney on record with the court. Jones worked as a teller at one of the PNC Bank locations in Troy from June 2023 until May 2024. During that time, she allegedly made about $80,000 in unauthorized withdrawals from customer accounts. It is also alleged she did not report those funds on her state income tax returns. “Consumers must be able to trust those who handle their finances,” said Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, in a statement. “My office will continue to hold accountable those who exploit that trust for personal gain.” During her arraignment before Magistrate Elizabeth Chiappelli, Jones was given a $50,000 personal recognizance bond. She will next appear before the 52-4 District Court on Oct. 16. Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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Herd comes to Stage Nature Center for grazing project TROY — In September, the Troy Nature Society launched a meadow restoration project at Stage Nature Center using grazing herds from Goats for Hire to reduce invasive plants. The herd was funded by a $10,000 grant from Ford Philanthropy’s Global Caring Month initiative. The grant was directed by Ford employee and Troy resident Joshua Nagy, whose name was drawn as one of the winners in Ford’s Building Together grant raffle. “The Stage Nature Center was thrilled to receive the grant from Ford that allowed us to bring the goat and sheep herd from Goats for Hire to help us remove invasives in our meadow,” said Christina Funk, the society’s lead naturalist and project director, in a statement. “Not only did the herd do a wonderful job of chowing down on (invasive plants including) autumn olive and buckthorn, but they also brought so many people from the community out to see their work and connect with the nature center,” she said. “I hope the goats have inspired people of all ages to do their part in preserving the natural environment.” Goats for Hire provided approximately 60 goats and one sheep to Stage Nature Center to graze invasive plants over the course of their stay, allowing native plants to flourish without disrupting the ecosystem. Following the grazing, volunteers from Ford Motor Company, along with TNS volunteers, manually cut remaining shrubs. TNS staff will apply targeted herbicide to prevent regrowth, and native shrubs and seeds will then be planted to restore the meadow’s ecological balance. “Goats For Hire is excited to work with the Stage Nature Center on their meadow conservation project,” said Phillip Swartz, a representative from Goats for Hire, in a statement. “We have enjoyed the opportunity to show the community of Troy how goats and sheep are helpful partners for maintaining a landscape that supports our native wildlife.” For more information, visit troynaturesociety.org.
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ABOVE: Troy community leaders meet the goats from Goats for Hire as a part of the Troy Nature Society’s meadow restoration project last month. LEFT: Maple, one of the goats provided by Goats for Hire, eats an Autumn Olive twig. Photos provided by the Troy Nature Society
TROY — The United Community Family Services/ Chaldean American Ladies of Charity (UCFS-CALC) will host its annual Trunk or Treat celebration 6-8 p.m. Oct. 17 at the UCFS/CALC headquarters located at 2033 Austin Dr. UCFS/CALC offers a wide range of year-round programs that support children and families. This includes after-school tutoring and academic support, Christmas programs for families, youth sports programs and more. The nonprofit is expected to welcome more than 300 children from refugee, immigrant and low-income families for its event. This year’s event will also feature a “Best Decorated Trunk” contest with a special prize awarded to the winning entry. For more information, visit ucfamilyservices.org.
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TROY — Members of a crime syndicate involved in the theft of hundreds of vehicles in the tri-county area were recently sentenced after their arrests by local law enforcement agencies. Previously, in May 2024, the state’s Focused Organized Retail Crime Enforcement team — also known as FORCE — arrested and charged six members of the alleged crime ring for the theft of more than 400 vehicles in southeast Michigan, a value of approximately $8 million. The suspects targeted new vehicle storage lots at manufacturing facilities, car dealerships, parking lots and individual residences. The stolen vehicles were then sold exponentially below market value on the black market to buyers seeking unregistered vehicles. The group operated in more than 40 jurisdictions, primarily in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne and Washtenaw counties, with other instances in Eaton and Kent counties.
The Troy Police had been investigating the crime ring since August 2023 and partnered with FORCE in early 2024. They were also aided by more than a dozen other police departments, as well as the Oakland County Auto Theft Group and the Macomb County Auto Theft Unit. The May 2024 arrests included Kevin Lamont Stevenson Jr., 22, of Detroit; Joseph David Doyle, 26, of Onsted; Braylen Jeese Green, 21, of Wixom; Dejhon Trevon Bush, 21, of Detroit; Zamarr Terrell Johnson, 20, of Troy; and Desmond Maurice Wilson, 22, of Detroit. Each pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise. Steven was sentenced to 5-20 years in June; Doyle was sentenced to 30 months in December 2024; Johnson was sentenced to 3-20 years in March; Green was sentenced to 3-20 years in August; Bush was sentenced to one year in September 2024; and Wilson was sentenced to 18 months to 20 years in November 2024. Wilson also pleaded guilty to two counts of receiving and concealing a stolen motor vehicle. See AUTO THEFT on page 23A
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MCFALL PROPOSES STATE BILL TO SUPPORT FOSTER ANIMALS BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
LANSING — A bipartisan bill proposed by state Rep. Mike McFall aims to provide financial relief for those who foster animals. If approved by the state Legislature, House Bill 5063 will provide a $50 credit per animal fostered for a minimum of seven days, with another $50 for every 30 additional days of fostering, for up to five animals per year. The program would begin with the 2026 tax year and adjust the credit annually for inflation. Verification would be required from qualifying nonprofits or municipal shelters. “I’m a big animal lover, and I follow on social media a lot of rescues and local shelters, and I see constant calls for fosters because they’re overflowing with animals,” said McFall, D-Hazel Park. House Bill 5063 is co-sponsored by state Rep. Joe Aragona, R-Clinton Township. It was developed in collaboration with Michigan Humane and aims to shore up support for foster homes. See ANIMALS on page 18A
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State Rep. Mike McFall, D-Hazel Park, speaks on the floor of the state House at the Capitol building in Lansing about House Bill 5063, a proposal that aims to provide tax credits for individuals who foster animals.
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THE HIDDEN RESILIENCE OF THE WILD RABBIT BY DEAN VAGLIA
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METRO DETROIT — They are small, brown and everywhere, and boy, do they hop. Rabbits do not need much more of an introduction. Anyone who has spent time in southeastern Michigan has seen their share and more of wild rabbits — particularly, the widely abundant eastern cottontail — but aside from a jump scare while driving or a fleeting critter spotted while out and about, the actual role and purpose of rabbits tends to go unknown to the average Michigander. Which begs the question: What even is a rabbit? For starters, a rabbit is not a rodent — it’s an entirely different animal altogether. “(Rabbits) are within the order Lagomorpha, taxonomically,” said KR Vedolich, a naturalist with the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center in Shelby Township. “They are genetically distinct from a lot of different kinds of animals … and this is the group that contains rabbits and hares and pikas. They are separate rodents and rodents are in their own taxonomic order, Rodentia.” The eastern cottontail rabbit is native to
Michigan, having been in the eastern part of North America for millions of years. For all of that time rabbits have played a key role in how the natural environment of the region has functioned, even if most of what they do is hidden from the surface view. “They’re a good herbivore to clean up our forest floor to help control plant populations,” Vedolich said. “After a rabbit eats it has to digest that food and then poop it out. That poop provides important resources for other animals in the area. Think of dung beetles or any other kind of insect that might relish those nutrients (in the poop) and break those down further to help fertilize the soil. There’s multiple steps of moving energy around the ecosystem.” Another step in the energy-moving process is the rabbit’s role as a prey animal that is eaten by other animals within the environment, therefore passing energy along the food chain. Beyond moving energy, rabbits also move plenty of dirt by building underground tunnels — and not just for rabbits. “They build really extensive burrow systems which are actually quite sophisticated,” Vedolich said. “They can have dozens, even over 100 different entrances into a single burrow system … But those burrows
are not only important for the rabbit itself to find shelter from predators. Those kinds of burrow systems that rabbits build are also important for other types of wildlife as well. Animals like snakes may take advantage of the additional shelter. Skunks might also use rabbit burrows. Things like groundhogs, chipmunks, even turtles can find their way (into burrows). It’s a really cool thing. They provide a lot of services to the environment.” Rabbits and humans have always had
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An eastern cottontail rabbit looks off into the distance while on a lawn. Eastern cottontail rabbits are a species of wild rabbit native to Michigan.
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Rummage sale: 4-6 p.m. Oct. 16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 17 and 8-11 a.m. Oct. 18, First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, fumc.org/uwf
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Making Strides of Oakland & Macomb Counties Walk: Movement aims to end breast cancer, hear from emcee Robin Murdoch of Fox 2 News at 9 a.m. and survivor speaker Jessica Corneil at 9:15 a.m., then warm up with Des2Fit at 9:20 a.m. before walk at 10 a.m., Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St., makingstrideswalk.org/oaklandcountymi Lahser High School — Class of 1985: 40th reunion, 5-11 p.m., The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills — A Doubletree by Hilton, 39475 Woodward Ave., purchase ticket at eventbrite.com
OCT. 19
BeWitched & BeDazzled: Includes costume contest and witches promenande, psychic readings, shopping,
silent auction, “Boo” raffle baskets, 54 card raffle, lunch and photo booth, benefits Meadow Brook Theatre Guild, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Petruzzello’s, 6950 Rochester Road in Troy, eventbrite.com
OCT. 23
A Rat Pack Evening: Includes cocktail reception, dinner, full bar, Frank Sinatra-style entertainment, live auction and raffle, semi-formal gala benefits Next Steps 4 Seniors Foundation (helps low-income seniors in need of proper housing and care), 5:30-9 p.m., Royal Park Hotel, 600 E. University Drive in Rochester, nextsteps4seniorsfoundation.org
OCT. 24-25
Trick-or-Treat: Out of This World: Also space-themed games, crafts, obstacle course and selfie station, plus visit Scarecrow Row, 4-8 p.m. Oct. 24 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 25, Troy Historic Village, discount tickets avilable until noon Oct. 23, (248) 524-3570, troyhistoricvillage.org
OCT. 25
Family Fun Fall Festival: Includes free face painting, pumpkin carving, yard games and spooky storytime, also pumpkins, cider, doughnuts and hot dogs for sale, costumes encouraged, 3-6 p.m., Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 4230 Livernois Road in Troy, (248) 524-9339, beaconcongregation.org
OCT. 26
Frightful 5K & Pumpkin 1K: 5K at 8:30 a.m. and 1K
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Widowed Friends events: Breakfasts for men only at 10 a.m. every first and third Thursdays of month, Lukich Family Restaurant, 3900 Rochester Road in Troy, RSVP to Ed at (586) 909-1444, widowedfriends.com • Lunches at 1:30 p.m. every second Thursday of month, Alibi of Troy, 6700 Rochester Road, RSVP to Louise at (248) 338-6743, widowedfriends.com Line dancing and contra dancing: Sponsored by Oakland County Traditional Dance Society, line dancing from 7:30-9:30 p.m. every second Saturday of month and contra dancing from 7:30-10 p.m. every fourth Saturday of month, also lessons for beginners at 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, (248) 642-3306, info@octds.org, facebook.com/OCTDS Troy Newcomers: Social group for women, activities include service projects, bowling, euchre, wine tasting, book club, games nights, golf, scrapbooking and more, meets at various times and locations, clubactivities@ troynewcomers.com, troynewcomers.com Heritage Concert Band of Troy practices: For adult musicians, 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesdays of month, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, group also performs during year, troyheritageband@ gmail.com
Monthly book clubs: Find meetups for romance, mystery, learning English, kids/beginners and more, Troy Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Road, troypl.org • Silent Book Club-Troy meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. every second Wednesday of month, bring own books, ebooks and audio books (with headphones), Grand Tavern Troy, 1317 Coolidge Highway, silentbookclubtroy@ gmail.com, silentbook.club/blogs/events/troy-mi Top of Troy Toastmasters: Meets noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays, Troy Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Road, (248) 872-6603 Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less: Virtual 15-week program presented by AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services and led by registered dietitian nutritionist, free for first-time participants ages 60 and older, register at (833) 262-2200 or wellnessprograms@ageways. org, tinyurl.com/agewaysworkshops Health workshops: Hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, corewellhealth.org/classes-events/ southeast-michigan Lupus support groups: 10 a.m. every second Tuesday of month and 7 p.m. every last Wednesday of month, Zoom, (248) 901-7299, milupus.org/support-groups ADHD meetings: Hosted by CHADD of Eastern Oakland County, for adults and parents, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Zoom, see schedule on chadd.net/chapterevents/527
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“Try to include things that you’ll enjoy doing, because you’ll be more apt to do them,” Madison Heights Active Adult Center supervisor Jennifer Cowan said. “I think if you take the winter off it’s going to be really difficult, in the spring, to get back up and do the things you want to do.” The Madison Heights Active Adult Center hosts a multitude of activities in the winter. Not only are there classes and groups meeting all the time, but the location also offers a free exercise equipment room and an indoor walking path so that you can use the center even if you can’t make a class. “One of our guiding mindsets here is that the longer you stay active, the longer you’re able to do things on your own and remain independent, the longer you can stay in your home, and you can continue to do the things you want to do. I think it all connects,” Cowan said. There are so many health benefits to working out as a senior, but a full-blown workout plan isn’t necessarily required to reap those benefits. There are tons of activities offered in the area that simply get the
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blood pumping a little bit and provide an excuse to see others. “We have a ton of different classes like yoga, chair yoga, Pilates, line dancing, and ballroom dancing, too,” said Matthew Dubinsky, the St. Clair Shores Senior Activity Center’s senior coordinator. “It’s yearround, so they can be consistent at it. We can keep people moving all year.” The center is also doing balance classes through the Macomb County Health Department and has done classes that teach people how to shop for healthier meals, too. These places are more than just workout spots. They have become pillars of the community where everyone is safe, welcome and encouraged to socialize all yearround. “They come to the senior center and it’s not just doing yoga or a fitness class. It’s really the mental stimulation part of it, too,” Dubinsky said. “I think that’s one of the best parts of it.” To set up a conversation with a life coach and learn more about Peak Physique of Troy, go to peakphysiquetroy.com. To learn more about activity centers in Madison Heights and St. Clair Shores, go to madison-heights.org and scsmi.net. Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
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Voters to choose council candidates, decide bond In the Troy Times’ coverage area, voters will select candidates for City Council and decide a bond issue Nov. 4. Candidates were asked, in 75 words or fewer, to state their top goal(s) if elected. If a candidate went over the word limit, (…) replaces the rest of the answer. The answers are printed verbatim except where material is omitted due to personal attacks or items we know to be false or that are blatant misrepresentations.
Troy City Council
Seven candidates are running for three positions on the Troy City Council. Each position is a four-year term.
Annalisa Bluhm
Age: 45 Occupation: Vice President, Aptiv Municipality of residence: Troy For how long: 10 years Online campaign information: www.annalisa4Troy.com Education: MA, Communications, BA, Political Science, BA, Communications Eastern Michigan University Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: My top priority is safety. Improve EMS wait times. Invest in equipment, training and technology to help first responders keep Troy safe. Transform underutilized office buildings into housing, retail, and parks without compromising greenspace. Grow STEM and Trades Bluhm jobs. Create a new tech incubator. Balanced, strategic investment in modern infrastructure, parks and trails. Stringent, transparent oversight and management of Bond. Improve services, sustain our AAA rating and keep taxes low while building a stronger Troy.
Ken Brodzinski
Age: 63 Occupation: Retired. Worked 34 years in the IT industry for EDS/GM/HP/HPE/ DXC as a Senior Systems Engineer. Municipality of residence: Troy For how long: Since 1991 (34 years) Online campaign information: https:// www.facebook.com/KenB4Troy/ Education: Master of Science in Business Information Technology, Walsh College, Troy, MI; Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Management Science, with a minor in Computer Science, St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: My goals are to listen to the citizens of Troy to understand their priorities and concerns, and to work to implement
fiscally responsible solutions. I promise to serve with honesty, integrity, transparency and humility. I will fight for seniors and those with disabilities, and expand senior services. Brodzinski I will support our police, firefighters and first responders. I will work to keep our taxes low, protect our city’s AAA credit rating, and keep our budget balanced.
Rebecca Chamberlain
Age: 48 Occupation: Philanthropy Municipality of residence: Troy For how long: 9 years Online campaign information: https:// www.rebecca4troy.com/ Education: As a Marshall Scholar, I earned my Ph.D. from the London School of Economics, Master of Science from the London School of Economics, and MA from University College London. I hold a BA from Wheaton College Massachusetts. I was a visiting scholar at Columbia University. Previously and currently held elected offices: I have served on Troy City Council since 2020. I am now running for my second four-year term. Top goals: I’m running for re-election to ensure Troy’s Tomorrow is safe, strong and financially secure. During my 5½ years on Council, I’ve worked hard to listen to my neighbors and collaborate with fellow council members, so together we could make Troy into Chamberlain America’s top-10 best place to live. To safeguard Troy’s excellence, I’ll continue prioritizing our police, fire and EMS. I’ll strengthen our local economy and invest in our parks, library and roads—the future Troy deserves!
David Hamilton
Age: 42 Occupation: Lead Systems Engineer at Slate Auto Municipality of residence: Troy For how long: 32 years Online campaign information: hamilton4troy.com
Education: Graduate of Troy School District (Martell, Smith, and Troy High)Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan Ann Arbor Previously and currently held elected offices: Troy City Council 2017-present Top goals: Improving Troy’s public safety, roads, parks, recreation, and library, while continuing to maintain one of the lowest City tax rates in southeast Michigan. Hiring more police officers, after we’ve already increased our sworn officers by 10%, and Hamilton supporting the 6000 businesses in Troy that makes us an economic powerhouse with over 140,000 jobs.
David Ross Kniffen
Age: 46 Occupation: Entrepreneur Municipality of residence: City of Troy For how long: since 2018 Online campaign information: www.TroyToday.com Education: U of M alumni Previously and currently held elected offices: No government elected offices, however in my 6th term Golf Troy HOA president here in troy Top goals: My priority is to work with council to address the ballooning budget while restoring confidence in local government. We need to make Troy the center of the metro area for innovation and new ideas to forge the bright future we were promised when I was growing up here in the Kniffen city of tomorrow, today. My entire business career has centered around my ability to solve problems, and I intend to do just that.
Sadek Rahman
Age: 58 Occupation: Engineering Manager Municipality of residence: Troy, MI For how long: 22 years Online campaign information: www.electsadekrahman.com Education: BS Mechanical Engineering (Bangladesh University of Engineering and
Technology); MS Mechanical Engineering (Texas Tech University); MBA-Finance (Wayne State University) Previously and currently held elected offices: Previously Appointed to Troy Planning Commission and Troy Zoning Board of Appeals; Currently Appointed to Troy Historic District Commission Top goals: My first goal is to ensure Troy’s safety by supporting first responders, expanding mental health services and fostering strong community relationships. Second, I will prioritize modernizing infrastructure while being mindful of the budget and long-term plans. Third, I will enhance Rahman residents’ quality of life, including advocating for a dedicated senior center. I will also support people-centered development that expands attainable housing, improves walkability, and protects green space.
Ed Ross
Age: 47 Occupation: Troy Firefighter Municipality of residence: Troy For how long: 13 years Online campaign information: Ed4troy.com Education: De La Salle High School; B.S. Computer Science, Wayne State University; MBA International Management, University of Monaco Previously and currently held elected offices: No answer given Top goals: As a Troy firefighter and lifelong community volunteer, I’ve dedicated my life to public service. From pulling hoses to supporting neighbors during emergencies, I know firsthand the importance of public safety. I’m running for City Council to strengthen police, fire, and EMS, and Ross protect Troy’s green spaces. With experience in service and advocacy, I’ll ensure our city values those who serve and keeps Troy a safe, welcoming place for every family. See VOTER GUIDE on page 20A
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fans. Finley has met Waite 16 times. “He’s always very nice,” she said. “I feel like he really appreciates his fans.” “I’ve got a loyal following,” said Waite, a native of Lancaster, England. “There’s a bond we share. That’s the connection. It’s been kind of a wonderful life. We just want to play. It’s what I do.” Waite has played annually at Andiamo since 2020. Joining him on stage last month was bassist Tim Hogan, also his manager; drummer Alan Childs, and guitarist Kyle Cook of Matchbox 20. “The band are great guys. We’re friends. They’re dedicated,” Waite said. “When we get together, it’s powerful. Everybody gets up there and plays like it’s their last night on earth.” Warren resident Beth Morrow caught last month’s show. “Not only did his voice stand the test of time, the band did an amazing job as well,” she said. “It was so wonderful to see John and his band afterwards for a short meet and greet. Each one of them took a moment to chat and sign personal memorabilia.”
When reflecting on the Babys, Waite said it was almost impossible for the band to get a record deal. “We didn’t get signed until we made a video,” he said. “We looked different. We looked like mods with long hair.” With a setlist that included “Head First” and “Isn’t It Time,” the Babys enjoyed moderate success, but after five years of touring, Waite said, “We were making zero money, and it just fell apart.” It was time for a “Change.” Waite launched his solo career with 1982’s “Ignition.” The album featured the song “Change,” which experienced heavy rotation during the early days of MTV. Two years later, he scored his first No. 1 hit on the Billboard chart with “Missing You.” When writing the single, he knew it would be a hit. “It meant all things to everyone. It applied to all different situations,” said Waite, who has 2.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify. “It’s one of those songs you wait your whole life to write.” Waite said having the most popular song in the U.S. is “an interesting place. You really feel like you’ve achieved something. It was something I didn’t take lightly.”
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Proponents say with the cost of living rising, more people are being forced to choose between paying their bills and keeping their pets, increasing the need for foster families. In addition, there are situations where people are temporarily unable to care for their pets due to medical emergencies, domestic violence or other circumstances. In such cases, many have sought relief through Michigan Humane’s Safety Net program, which finds foster homes for pets until their owners are ready to home them again. The demand for the program has been high. In the first half of 2025, Michigan Humane’s program received 441 inquiries about the service. But due to the limited availability of homes able to accept animals on short notice, only 42 pets from 21 families were fostered. “There are two angles here,” McFall said. “We’re trying to help relieve some of the foster needs for shelters and rescues, but also there’s a huge need for temporary fosters for people who still want their animal, but they need someone to take care of it briefly for them. “I’m sure families would much rather keep the pet while using a temporary shelter until they get back on their feet,” he said. “To them, their animals are part of the family.” Supporters of the bill say that by providing a tax credit to make fostering more affordable, more homes will be able to open their doors to those in need. “Michigan Humane often refers to our foster caregivers as ‘in-home heroes,’ because that is truly what they are. The difference they make in each individual animal’s life is immeasurable,” said Laura Kniffen, foster
program manager for Michigan Humane, via email. “They provide much needed relief to staff when our shelters are overrun with animals, especially during kitten season.” She said that keeping animals in a home environment lowers their stress, improves their health and helps socialize them. It also reveals their true personalities — valuable information that helps Michigan Humane find them the right home. In cases where a pet already has a home and is waiting to be reunited with their owner, foster families ensure the pet is not lost forever. “They do this by taking the owned pet into their homes, caring for them and loving them as their own until the owner is ready to reunite with them,” Kniffen said. “The need for this program is vast, especially with the current housing crisis.” While Michigan Humane tries to provide its foster families with supplies, there are still costs involved, such as traveling to and from veterinary appointments. That’s where the tax credit from House Bill 5063 makes a difference. “The proposed bill would be a way to make (foster families) feel appreciated by recognizing that the work they do is valued,” Kniffen said. Mike Webb — the mayor of Hazel Park who worked alongside McFall on the Hazel Park City Council when McFall was a member — said that he’s heartened to see his former colleague continuing to help the community. “(McFall) has a big heart,” Webb said. “He goes the extra mile to make sure people are taken care of, and that’s what good leaders do. He’s creating opportunities for people to take care of their loved ones, and that includes their pets.” Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.
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Victim receives fraudulent text
TROY — A man who lives on Jordan Drive reported that at 4 p.m. Oct. 10, he received a text message from a person claiming to be a representative with Citibank, who told him there had been a fraudulent charge and instructed him to call a phone number. He called the number provided and gave his personal information to another representative, only to realize it was a scam.
Vehicle damaged at Aston Martin Detroit
TROY — The Aston Martin Detroit dealership at 1820 Maplelawn Drive reported that the glass rooftop of a 2023 BMW 17 had been damaged sometime between Sept. 24 and Sept. 26. The roof had been struck in multiple locations, apparently by an unknown person.
Sealed proposals should be submitted electronically through Buildingconnected.com with the following link: https://app.buildingconnected.com/projects/68cdc13a3f829732b61d8ec6/bid-packages or alternatively, sealed bids may also be submitted to the Troy School District, Attention: Robert Carson, at 1140 Rankin Drive, Troy, MI 48083. Bids are to be submitted no later than 2:00 PM Local Time, TUESDAY, October 21st, 2025. The District will not consider or accept a Bid received after the date and time specified for bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud TUESDAY, October 21st, 2025, at 2:30 PM at 1140 Rankin Drive, Troy, MI 48083. The public bid opening may also be attended virtually by clicking on the following Microsoft Teams Live Event: https://tinyurl.com/yc72ma7y Each bid must be accompanied by: 1) A 5% bid bond or certified check; 2) A sworn and notarized criminal background affidavit; 3) A sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or any employee of the bidder and any member of the BOE or the Superintendent of School District; and 4) A sworn and notarized Iran Disclosure Statement. The BOE will not accept a bid that does not include these sworn and notarized disclosure statements. Troy School District’s Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Proposals, either in whole or in part, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, or to award the contract to other than the contractor(s) submitting the best financial Proposal (low bidder), in its sole and absolute discretion. Additional bid information can also be found at: www.troy.k12.mi.us/departments/business-services/purchasingbids
iPhone stolen from package
TROY — A man from Dorothea Court reported that around 12:30 p.m. Oct. 2, an iPhone he ordered was delivered to his home, but upon opening the package, he reportedly discovered that the package only contained the box and charging cord, and the iPhone itself was missing.
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Drunken driver arrested after crash
TROY — Around 2:22 p.m. Sept. 28, officers were dispatched to the area of northbound Interstate 75 and Rochester Road for a vehicle crash, reported to be a 2017 Lincoln Continental that allegedly struck a semitruck. Officers spoke to the driver of the Continental, a 53-year-old Detroit man. He admitted to drinking prior to the crash. The driver was asked to perform several sobriety tests, but the officers noted he performed poorly. He refused to submit to a preliminary breath test. He was arrested.
Drunken driving leads to crash
TROY — While on patrol around 10:14 p.m. Sept. 29, officers observed a traffic crash between two vehicles near East Maple Road and Stephenson Highway. Officers spoke with the at-fault driver, a 24-year-old woman from Sterling Heights, and noted her eyes were bloodshot and glassy, her speech was slurred, and there was a strong odor of alcohol coming from her person. The driver was asked to perform sobriety tests, which she did, but the officers noted she did poorly. She submitted to a preliminary breath test with a result of 0.19%. She was arrested. — Sarah Wright
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Troy 2025 Bond Proposal
Shall the City of Troy, Oakland County, Michigan, borrow the principal amount of not to exceed $137,000,000 and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds for all or a portion of that amount in one or more series payable over not to exceed 20 years from the date of issue of each series for the purpose of defraying the cost of City improvements, including without limitation acquiring, constructing, installing, furnishing and equipping a new public library; acquiring, constructing and installing road improvements in the City; acquiring, constructing, renovating, installing and equipping improvements to parks and recreation facilities in the City, including but
not limited to the Troy Community Center, the Troy Farm, additional Troy Recreation parks, trails, athletic courts, and other facilities; and acquiring, constructing and installing equipment for City public safety services, including but not limited to fire apparatus equipment, police body cameras, and other public safety technology upgrades and equipment, as well as all other work, equipment, and appurtenances necessary or incidental to these improvements? The estimated millage that will be levied to pay the proposed bonds in the first year that the levy is authorized is 1.1327 mills ($1.1327 per $1,000 of taxable value of real and tangible personal property in the City of Troy); and the estimated simple average annual millage that will be required to retire the bonds is 1.1329 mills ($1.1329 per $1,000 of taxable value of real and tangible personal property in the City of Troy).
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Bid Package T3x Technology Systems RFP-2526-06 Troy School District is requesting proposals for technology systems. Bid documents will be available for examination and distribution on or after October 8, 2025. To obtain documents go to: Link to project: http://bit.ly/BMBids Bid proposals will be received by Troy School District through BuildingConnected.com by October 24th, 2025 at 11:00 AM local time when they will be publicly opened and streamed at https://bit.ly/TroyBPT3xBidOpening. The District will not open, consider, or accept any bids received after the date and time specified. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized disclosure in compliance with MCL 380.127 disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the bidder, or any employee of the bidder, and any member of the Board of Education of the school district or the Superintendent of the school district. The District will not consider a bid proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement. Bidders are required to submit with their Bid Proposal a Bid Security by a qualified surety authorized to do business in the state where the Project is located or a certified/cashier’s check in the amount of five (5) percent of the Base Bid amount(s). The district will not consider a bid proposal that does not include the required bid security. An online pre-bid meeting will be held on October 13th, 2025 at 1:00 PM. The meeting can be accessed by the following link https://bit.ly/TroyBPT3xPrebidMtg. The meeting is not mandatory but bidders are responsible for the content discussed at the meeting. Attendees will be given the opportunity to walk the buildings. The Board of Education reserves the right to: reject any or all bid proposals, either in whole or in part; waive any informalities or irregularities in the bidding process; accept bid alternates; and to award a contract in any manner deemed by the Board of Education, in it’s sole discretion, to be in their best interests. 0467-2542
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TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADVERTISEMENT The Board of Education of Troy School District will receive sealed Proposals for: RFP #2526-09 – TROY HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOM OPERABLE WALL Sealed proposals should be submitted through Buildingconnected.com with the following link: https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5cc9d7f637c1a90018cb55dc. No physical bids will be accepted in person or via delivery service. Bids are to be submitted no later than 11:00 AM Local Time THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025. The District will not consider or accept a bid received after the date and time specified for bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened immediately following the close of receiving bids with the following virtual meeting link: meet.google.com/bwq-iypp-yhd or phone number (657) 234-1780 PIN 779 059 863#. No oral, email, telephonic, or telegraphic proposals shall be considered. Each Proposal must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or any employee of the contractor and any member of the Board of Education or the Superintendent of Troy School District. The Board of Education will not accept a Proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement. Each Proposal must also be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement certifying that the contractor is not an Iran Linked Business. The Board of Education will not accept a Proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized statement. Troy School District’s Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Proposals, either in whole or in part, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, or to award the contract to other than the contractor(s) submitting the best financial Proposal (low bidder), in its sole and absolute discretion. Additional bid information can be found at www.troy.k12.mi.us/departments/business-services/purchasingbids TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT Published: Troy Times 10/16/2025
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WEEK 8 PREP FOOTBALL MATCHES TO WATCH BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — The end of the high school football season is near as Week 8 will be the second-to-last game of the season for most teams. This is a popular week for schools to go out of their divisions one last time before the season ends, and it also provides a handful of rivalry games.
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Ferndale at Harper Woods 7 p.m. Oct. 17 There’s a chance that Ferndale and Harper Woods are also both at the top of their respective divisions at game time. At press time, Ferndale was leading the OAAGold and Harper Woods was leading the OAA-White. West Bloomfield at Bloomfield Hills 7 p.m. Oct. 17 This game may not look close on paper, but it’s another rivalry matchup and is also senior night for Bloomfield Hills. West Bloomfield is battling with Oxford and Clarkston for the top spot in the OAA-Red, while Bloomfield Hills is trying to avoid a
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Troy quarterback Darius Mitchell drops back to pass in a game against Farmington Oct. 3. last-place finish in the OAA-Blue. This will be the first time since 2019 that the teams have played each other in the regular season. Troy at Troy Athens 7 p.m. Oct. 17 Despite both of these teams sitting toward the bottom of the OAA-Blue, this crosstown rivalry is one that never disappoints. Troy heads into the rivalry matchup having defeated Athens four years in a row. Hazel Park at St. Clair 7 p.m. Oct. 17 St. Clair finds itself right in the thick of a competitive MAC-Silver in 2025 and the team ends the year with two out-of-division games. Hazel Park is also having a good season and has a chance to be one of the top teams in the MAC-Bronze. Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
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Waite from page 17A
In Waite’s case, it’s unclear which came first: the musician or the songwriter. “There’s also the argument, is it poetry or is it music?” said Waite, influenced by the guitar riffs of Jimi Hendrix and the blues of John Mayall. “The songs I love the most are the ones with interesting lyrics. To marry storytelling into music, that’s the challenge.” He said the Beatles’ “Paperback Writer” is one example. “What a topic,” Waite said. “You didn’t see that coming.” When songwriting, Waite is inspired by the world around him. For instance, he penned the ballad “Downtown” after living in New York City. “A mom trying to find things for her kids at a Goodwill store or the guy sitting in a coffee shop by himself,” Waite said. “There’s a million stories. People go through so much.”
‘He had so many great songs. His band was great too.’
In 1987, Waite reconnected with former Babys member Jonathan Cain, who had joined Journey, and Ricky Phillips, Journey guitarist Neal Schon and drummer Deen Castronovo to form Bad English. They recorded two albums, producing a hit with “When I See You Smile,” and disbanded in ‘91. Waite never stopped playing music and continued to write, record and tour. At one point, country music got a hold of him when he moved to Nashville and became friends with bluegrass artist Alison Krauss. The pair recorded “Missing You” as a duet. A high-
light was performing Vince Gill’s “Whenever You Come Around” in three different music keys at the Grand Ole Opry. Sterling Heights resident Karen Martellaro never misses a John Waite show at Andiamo. “Every time I go, it’s a treat. I like the variety of music. I like how he plays his solo stuff, his music with the Babys and he breaks out Bad English,” she said. “It’s a great venue. It’s a fun night. I think the band is a finetuned machine. They all work well together.” She also hangs with the other fans to meet Waite. “He’s a class act all the way around. If you’re lucky enough to meet him, you will have even more respect for him not only as an artist but as a person,” she said. “He’s kind, generous and patient. He goes out of his way to talk to his fans, take pictures and sign autographs.” “I know it means a lot to people,” Waite said. Local musician Vito Lafata also saw the concert at Andiamo with his girlfriend Sandy, who suggested they get tickets. “He was much better than I thought he would be, “said Lafata, of St. Clair Shores. “I’m only vaguely familiar with his music, so it was a pleasant surprise to hear how great he still sings. He had so many great songs. His band was great, too.” Presently, Waite is recording new music with songs he is determined to release. He said he hopes to play some larger venues again because that’s where “the music just explodes.” If he had his way, he’d also like to do a storytelling tour. “The album I am making at the moment is lyric driven,” he said. “No song is ever sung the same way twice. That makes it worthwhile.” Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
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feasible in high school because players can work toward it for four years. “She didn’t know (about the achievement) — we kept it a secret,” Paulina said. “When she hit it, when she had 1,000 kills, we told her right after the point, and she was really excited. It was cool to have it a secret on a home game, as well.”
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Also in May 2024, 20-year-old Jerry Burton was arrested by Detroit Police, and 22-year-old Omari Roetherford was arrested by the U.S. Marshals. Both are from Detroit, and both were booked/processed by the Troy Police Department. Burton was sentenced to 91 days in February after pleading guilty to one count of attempting to conduct a criminal enterprise and two counts of receiving and concealing a stolen motor vehicle. Roetherford was sentenced to one year in August 2024 after pleading guilty to one count of receiving and concealing a stolen motor vehicle. In January, more suspects were arrested, including Davonta Jones, 31; Davion Tucker, 22; Donovan Tucker, 23; and Timothy Bell, 22. All four are from Detroit, and all
Paulina has coached club volleyball for seven years, but this is her first year coaching at Athens High. Her goal this season has been to make sure there is one team across all three levels, and that they’re giving it their all. “We ask a lot of them, and they continue to put forth effort,” Paulina said. For more information, visit athens.troy. k12.mi.us. Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068. four have pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise. Jones was sentenced to 15 months to 20 years; Davion Tucker was sentenced to 30 months to 20 years; Donovan Tucker was sentenced to eight months in jail and three years of probation; and Bell was sentenced to 34 months to 20 years. “The success of this investigation is a direct result of the FORCE team’s collaboration with the Troy Police Department and police agencies across Southeast Michigan,” said Dana Nessel, the state attorney general, in a statement. “Together, they devoted countless hours to dismantling a large-scale auto theft ring that harmed communities throughout our state. We will continue to work with our law enforcement and retail partners to hold those who engaged in organized crime accountable, and to protect the safety and security of Michigan’s residents and businesses.” Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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tirely separate species from the domestic rabbits that make up one of the county’s most popular — and most abandoned — pets. While eastern cottontails are a local species, domestic rabbits have a lineage of Iberian rabbits bred by Romans for the purpose of harvesting meat and furs. “When that wild-type rabbit was domesticated, all its fearful traits were bred out,” Vedolich said. “It’s just like how dogs were domesticated from wolves. You breed a litter, you choose the calmest (and) most agreeable ones, you breed those ones so that over generations the rabbits that you find are lacking a lot of the flight and fear responses. Domestication has actually changed the structure of the domesticated rabbit’s brain such that within a domesticated rabbit’s brain, the amygdala (the part responsible for fear) is greatly reduced in comparison to a wild rabbit.” Given the docility bred into domestic rabbits over so many generations, abandoning one in the wild under the assumption it can survive is essentially giving it a death sentence. “It would be no different than if you thought of dumping your cat or your dog,” Macomb County Animal Control Director Jeff Randazzo said. “These are animals that
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an interesting relationship. Along with being a prey animal hunted for fur and food for centuries, more recent development patterns in the region have seen wild rabbits go through a cyclical relationship with the lands they live on. “In the original forest there may have been a very healthy population of rabbits that, with initial urban development, was probably pushed out by all of the noise, changing structures (and) heavy equipment,” Vedolich said. “But as time goes on, let’s say that (a) subdivision is now established. The ground is settling, homes are settling, you may have more people in an area which is a deterrent for rabbits to be nearby — but it also might mean that their predators may not be around. When it comes to rabbits in an urban landscape, there’s a benefit of being around because they have more ornamental plants they can eat and there’s potentially less predation pressure on those animals within an urban environment.” But for all their interactions with humans and the world built by humans, wild rabbits like the eastern cottontail are an en-
have already been acclimated to human interactions, humans feeding them, watering them, all those things and all of a sudden, all of those stop. They do not know how to free graze. And they are susceptible because they weren’t born in the wild, they are not going to — in my opinion — take cover or know that harm is on the way.” Randazzo recommends that looking to take on a domestic rabbit as a pet should study the way rabbits behave in captivity, seek an animal through a trusted rescue agency and get all the proper vaccines for the rabbit. While the face and shape of metro Detroit is set to change with new developments and further expansions northward and westward, Vedolich believes the eastern cottontail’s history of resilience will lead to a future where wild rabbits will remain a fixture of
the southeastern Michigan ecosystem for decades to come. “The eastern cottontail rabbit is a very resilient animal,” Vedolich said. “It has the ability to produce multiple litters of rabbits every year. They can go through a lot of change and adapt to it over time, whether that change is because of human development or whether the change is because of overarching continuous dynamics with predator populations as well. Populations can go up and down, but rabbits are very good at compensating for any large hits. They’re really resilient animals. I would say if we start to see more of a public passion for conserving our wild spaces, I think the rabbit has a really good shot of being with us for a long, long time.” Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.
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Landscaping. In the case of clay and stones, they were obtained directly from the ground. Pingree has collaborated with Jeff Pavlik for the design and construction of the oven. “Jeff left his career as a historian to pursue his passion for bread, becoming a professional baker and neighborhood bakery owner for 25 years,” said Alexander Konieczny, youth programs director for Troy Historic Village, via email. “Drawing on decades of research and hands-on experience, Jeff has led bread workshops across the country that blend baking history with practical technique,” Konieczny said. “Today, he shares his expertise as a culinary arts teacher at a metro Detroit high school.” The project is expected to be finished later this month, making its debut at a new bread-baking course scheduled for Nov. 1. “We are always excited to partner with scouts for Eagle Scout projects,” said Jen Peters, Troy Historic Village director, in an email. “We’ve had several successful projects which benefit Village interpretation and programming for years, while giving the scout the opportunity to work through a multi-step project that becomes a valuable learning experience.
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“This project is exciting because it complements our upcoming expansion of the interpretation around the Log Cabin and Caswell House that represent early European settlement here in Troy,” Peters added. “Our staff and guest presenters will be able to utilize the oven for years to come.” Konieczny said that the Village has plans to create a “Pioneer Playground” behind Caswell House that will feature the new oven. “We are hoping to add additional buildings and facilities that would have been common around a settler’s home that would allow them to do the work of supporting themselves and building a community,” Konieczny said. “You wouldn’t see just a house; there would be things like a smokehouse, barns, a dairy, a hog shed, an icehouse, outhouses and bread ovens. Incorporating some of these types of structures will help us tell that story and enable the Village interpreters to demonstrate some of these tasks.” Pingree is interested in doing similar projects in the future. “As long as I have help from the community, as was the case here, I’m open to new experiences,” Pingree said. For more information, visit troyhistoricvillage.org. Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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Members of the Ridgedale Players are preparing their next play — the horror-comedy musical “Beetlejuice Jr.” — for Oct. 17-19 and Oct. 24-26. tors and actresses, and the Ridgedale family is just so supportive.” Carter Phillips plays Beetlejuice, a demon with a lot of jokes and scares. The antagonist of the play, Beetlejuice sets the show in motion. This will be Phillips’ sixth or seventh show with Ridgedale. He has also done a few shows outside of Ridgedale. “I love the crew and the cast,” Phillips said. “It’s such a great community, and everyone here is loving and cares for each other and will help each other a long way.” For more information visit ridgedaleplayers.com. Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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Following the death of Lydia Deetz’s mother, she moves into a new home with her father Charles and potential stepmother Delia. Lydia later finds that the house is haunted by its previous owners Barbara and Adam Maitland, as well as the demon Beetlejuice, which leads to a mix of darkly funny situations that bring the living and dead together. “‘Beetlejuice’ has gotten kind of popular recently,” said Kris Wright, show director with the Ridgedale Players. “The Broadway musical coming out a couple of years ago really made it a lot more popular within the theater community. All the kids really knew it.” The musical also features the beloved songs “Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)” and “Jump in the Line (Shake Senora)” by Harry Belafonte, which were present in the movie. “Beetlejuice Jr.” is a cleaner version of the 2018 musical that tones down some of the raunchier moments while maintaining the core of the original. “It actually became available a year ago and the second it was available, we jumped on it,” Wright said. “Being available for a junior version, we knew we had to do it.” Wright has been at Ridgedale since 2018. He has been involved with community theater since he was 12. He said “Beetlejuice Jr.” has been especially enjoyable. “They are having so much fun,” Wright said. “It’s great to see them enjoy the source material and enjoy performing it.” Rynah Mehta plays Lydia Deetz, a peculiar teenager who is dealing with many changes in her life, like the loss of her mother and her father’s new relationship. Mehta has done shows with her school and other community theaters, although she’s only been in one other show at Ridgedale. “It’s been really lovely,” Mehta said. “I get to work alongside so many talented ac-
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Heating & Cooling
0305-2538
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586-792-3117
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(586)229-4267
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HEATMASTERS
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586-770-3233 Lic#-7116542
Home Repairs
Since 1999 GUTTER CLEANING LEAF GUARDS Roofing, Siding, Gutter, Repair. Reliable Ask, We Might Do It! FREE ESTIMATES
248-242-1511
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0225-2514
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586-722-8381
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Call Frank
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Professional quality. Interior-exterior. Power-washing, deck sealing. Insured, References. Free-Est. MC/VI/DC/AX accepted.
Family Owned & Operated
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586-354-3032 248-974-4012
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586-210-0903
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586-855-9766
586-477-7777
License# 803020312
Powerwashing
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248-345-3308
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248-542-8022
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586-360-0827
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586-944-8898
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586.524.6752
ANDY'S PLUMBING 33+Years Exp. Lic/Ins. Call Us Today For All Your Plumbing Needs!! Serving The Tri-County-Area 10%/Senior/Military/ Discounts Lic#-8004254
DAVE'S TREE & SHRUB 30%-FALL SPECIAL Insured, Emergency Storm Damage, Large-Tree Removals, Leaves, Gutter-Cleaning, Trimming, Stump-Grinding, Season-Firewood (100 a cord) 30 Yrs Exp.
586-756-0757
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2025 Jetta
STK# T260028
Lease
$190 Per Mo.
36
$279/month****
$2,999
Mo. Lease
for 36-month lease
Selling Price $23,572
Due At Signing
$190/mo. 36-Month 10,000 Mile/Year Lease
36 Months/ 10,000 mile per year lease. Mo payment of $190 does not include tax. $2,999 Due at signing includes first month payment, tax, title, license transfer, and dealer fees. No security deposit required. For highly qualified customers through ally. Prices are for in-stock units while supplies last and are subject to change without prior notice. Ends 10/31/2025
2025 TOYOTA TACOMA SR5
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MSRP $27,120 Customer Down $852.00 Mileage 10,000/year Vin 3VV5C7B2XSM065539
1.9% Financing for 72 Months
Stk #VW25266
Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. No security deposit. **36 months/ 10,000 mile per year lease. Mo payment of $279 does not include tax. $3,999 due at signing includes first month payment, tax, title, license transfer, and dealer fees. For highly qualified customers through Volkswagen credit. Prices are for in-stock units and are subject to change without prior notice. Ends 10/31/2025
2025 Taos
Lease
$278/month** for 36-month lease
Selling Price $26,240
Stk #VW25254
Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. No security deposit. **36 months/ 10,000 mile per year lease. Mo payment of $278 does not include tax. $4,256 due at signing includes first month payment, tax, title, license transfer, and dealer fees. Lease includes $500 VW loyalty bonus for qualified customers. No security deposit required. For highly qualified customers through Volkswagen credit. Prices are for in-stock units and are subject to change without prior notice. Ends 10/31/2025
DOUBLE CAB 4WD
2025 Tiguan Conquest
Lease
$199/month** for 24-month lease
STK# T250813
36
Selling Price $30,529
$2,999
Mo. Lease
REBATE $2,000 MSRP $31,515 Customer Down $887.00 Mileage 10,000/year Vin 3VVCR7RM2SM041796
0.9% Financing for 60 Months
MSRP $41,188 Customer Down $1,001.00 Mileage 10,000/year Vin 1V2DR2CA7SC558614
3.9% Financing for 60 Months
Stk #VW25256
Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. No security deposit. **24 months/ 10,000 mile per year lease. Mo payment of $199 does not include tax. $4,256 due at signing includes first month payment, tax, title, license transfer, and dealer fees. Lease includes $750 VW loyalty bonus for qualified customers. No security deposit required. For highly qualified customers through Volkswagen credit. Prices are for in-stock units and are subject to change without prior notice. Ends 10/31/2025
2025 ATLAS
Due At Signing
Lease
$319/mo. 36-Month 10,000 Mile/Year Lease
36 Months/ 10,000 mile per year lease. Mo payment of $319 does not include tax. $2,999 Due at signing includes first month payment, tax, title, license transfer, and dealer fees. No security deposit required. For highly qualified customers through tfs. Prices are for in-stock units while supplies last and are subject to change without prior notice. Ends 10/31/2025
$427/month** for 36-month lease
Selling Price $39,631
Stk #VW25160
Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. No security deposit. **36 months/ 10,000 mile per year lease. Mo payment of $427 does not include tax. $4,256 due at signing includes first month payment, tax, title, license transfer, and dealer fees. Lease includes $1750 dealer cash and $7500 customer bonus cash. No security deposit required. For highly qualified customers through Volkswagen credit. Prices are for in-stock units and are subject to change without prior notice. Ends 10/31/2025
773 S Rochester Rd. Rochester Hills, MI
Fox Volkswagen 773 Rochester Rd., Rochester Hills
248-656-0400 Shop 24/7 at: toyotabyfox.com
0306-2542
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Rochester Hills
0307-2542
$319 Per Mo.
MSRP $24,382 Customer Down $838.00 Mileage 10,000/year Vin 3VW5X7BU6SM099091
36 MONTHS + 10,000 MILES/YEAR
279
$
24 MONTHS + 10,000 MILES/YEAR
/MO.
225
$
MSRP: $30,290
MSRP: $38,890
BUY PRICE: STOCK #180-26
36 MONTHS + 10,000 MILES/YEAR
BUY PRICE:
289
$
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36 MONTHS + 10,000 MILES/YEAR
/MO.
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$
MSRP: $25,735
/MO.
MSRP: $27,440
BUY PRICE: STOCK #1847-25
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All lease payments are down plus 1st month payment, doc fee, plates, taxes, and title due at signing. Employee discount required on all. GM lease loyalty or conquest required on Equinox EV. Active UAW-GM Hourly Employee voucher required on all. Additional $1500 due at signing required for those without UAW voucher. Costco Executive membership required on Equinox EV lease and purchase. Additional $1250 due at signing required for those without Costco membership as of 9/30/2025. Employee discount for everyone on 2025 models contingent on the customer providing a supplier/friends authorization number at time of delivery. Other Restrictions apply, call for details. Pricing subject to change without prior notice. Lease payments have $0 Security Deposit due and based on approved A1 credit. Must be out of Dealer Stock or incoming vehicle. Limited Quantity available, deals only while supplies last. Vehicle shown may not be actual vehicle. Offer Expires 11/03/25.
0304-2542