8/6/25 Farmington Press

BEHIND THE WHEEL

Family fun abounds at Farmington Founders Festival

BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com

FARMINGTON — This year’s Farmington Founders Festival was filled with fun, food, entertainment and activities for guests of all ages — even their dogs.

Now in its 61st year, the three-day event ran from July 17-19 in downtown Farmington.

At the festival, Farmington celebrated its 201st birthday. Smiles were seen everywhere, and the energy was palpable.

“Definitely the energy that was downtown (was my favorite part),” said Joe LaRussa, the mayor of Farmington. “When we attract so many visitors, it feels way more energized because so many people are experiencing the best of Farmington.”

Uniformed officers with Farmington Public Safety were present throughout the event, including Public Safety Director Robert Houhanisin.

“As perfect as it can (be),” Houhanisin said, describing the festival. “We’re very happy with it. Very smooth, no issues, no complaints. It went off without a hitch.”

His favorite part was the parade.

“I like seeing the people — seeing the smiles on

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Seniors weigh

in on future of Costick

BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com

FARMINGTON HILLS — Officials in Farmington Hills are considering what to do next regarding a potential replacement for the recreational hub known as the Costick Center.

A consultant shared feedback from senior citizens during a June 23 study session held at The Hawk —

Center

Farmington Hills’ community center. The Costick Center itself is located at 28600 11 Mile Road, between Middlebelt and Inkster roads.

Theresa Rich, the mayor of Farmington Hills, told those in attendance that no decisions would be made that night. The study session was for gathering information that would later be discussed by the City Council.

“There have been lots of meetings with the public,”

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ROAD WORKER KILLED BY DRIVER CROSSING MEDIAN

BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com

FARMINGTON HILLS — A road worker for the Road Commission for Oakland County died on the scene when the three-member crew was struck by an SUV that crossed the median the morning of July 23 on Orchard Lake Road in

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The Farmington Hills Police Department is investigating the crash that killed Cedric Lanier Jones, 43, and landed two of his colleagues in the hospital, where they remained at press time.

The crew was repairing a drainage basin, working outside their legally parked vehicle on

Former pastor sentenced for sexually assaulting minor

OFFICIALS ADVISE ON PROTECTING KIDS FROM PREDATORS

BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com

PONTIAC/FARMINGTON HILLS — Kenneth Flowers, 64, of Farmington Hills, was sentenced in Oakland County 6th Circuit Court before Judge Martha Anderson on July 17 for sexually assaulting a 17-yearold boy in Flowers’ home.

The former pastor at Greater New Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church pleaded no contest in April, according to court records. As such, he will not face trial.

As part of the prosecutor’s agreement, no sentencing recommendation were offered.

Anderson sentenced Flowers to 4-15 years. His attorney Layne Sakwa was contacted but declined to comment.

Flowers must register with the Michigan Sex Offender Registry, as part of the sentencing.

“Today’s sentence means that Kenneth Flowers is being held accountable for his actions,” said Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald. “Our focus throughout the process was providing a just outcome for the victim.”

Keeping kids safe

John Piggott, the police chief for Farmington Hills, and Zena Dailey, the crime prevention and community relations officer for West Bloomfield Police, shared their thoughts on protecting kids from predators.

“Sexual predators and bad people aren’t necessarily strangers,” Piggott said. “While we don’t suspect it’s going to be your counselor or priest or pastor, it is possible, and (parents) need to make sure their children know that anyone could do this.”

Dailey said parents should teach children to have autonomy over their own body.

“It’s OK to have boundaries,” she said. “If someone tries to hug, kiss or touch you and it makes you uncomfortable, you have the right to say no.” Make sure children know the difference between “good touch” and “inappropriate touch,” and use the correct words for private parts. Don’t use nicknames or alternative terms. Using proper language for anatomy helps remove shame and makes it easier to talk about issues.

An adult asking a child to keep a secret from their parents should be a red flag to the child. This was one of the most important points, according to Dailey and Piggott. And if a parent is a sexual abuser, one should find a

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Artists excel at West Bloomfield show

BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com

WEST BLOOMFIELD — At the 22nd Orchard Lake Fine Art Show in West Bloomfield July 26-27, nearly 200 artists displayed their wares, including about 60 artists who are children.

The event drew about 4,500 people, offering food and entertainment in addition to art.

“The energy was higher and more positive (than recent years),” said the show’s owner and producer Patty Narozny. “The Michigan economy is coming back.”

She said she learned this after the show while talking to artists about their sales.

Regina Dunn was a first-time artist at the show. She is from Flint and was selling a variety of diptych art — sets of canvas panels that together form a larger picture.

“If there is a mark on this one, it stretches across to the other one,” Dunn said.

A retired hairstylist, Dunn now uses her artwork as a form of creative expression.

“I do abstract art. I love doing large art,” Dunn said. “Most of them are 36 by 70 inches or 48 by 48 inches. I try to go big.”

When she sold a piece, a red dot was displayed where it used to hang.

Two other artists were married couple Laurie and John Copeland, of Florida. For their debut at the show, they gave their work a distinctly Michigan touch.

“The most popular are the Petoskey Stones, which I just recently put on hair sticks,” Laurie Copeland said.

Paddleboard National Championships held in Michigan

BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com

DETROIT — The USA Stand Up Paddleboarding National Championships took place in Michigan this year, held July 18-20 at Belle Isle and Wyandotte. Officials said the weekend event was a success for both the community and USA SUP organization.

There were a handful of competitions during the weekend, including 100-meter sprints, technical races and 10k distance races. All events were held at either the Wyandotte Boat Club or on Belle Isle Beach.

“Detroit and the Belle Isle location have a very, very long history with paddleboard racing,” said Harrison Withers, a member of the USA SUP Board of Directors and event organizer for the 2025 national championship. “And to be able to tack onto an existing event that has its own pretty rich history in Detroit … kind of adds to the legitimacy of stand-up paddleboarding.”

This was the third USA SUP national championship. The location has moved each year, with the first two championships taking place in Long Beach, Calif., and Hilton

Head, S.C. in 2023 and 2024, respectively.

“Before USA SUP and the national championships, there was no one single definitive event in our sport,” Withers said.

“We’re coming to the Midwest (this year) because paddleboarding is a sport that people enjoy on all kinds of different water. It’s not just the surf-related locations. … We don’t just paddle on the coast; we paddle throughout the country.”

The sense of community is something that USA SUP was excited to bring to Detroit. Officials say the paddleboarding competitions are truly for everyone.

“When we have events like this, there might be somebody … that doesn’t know that paddleboard racing is a thing,” Withers said. “If we can show folks that it’s more than just paddling around for a few minutes, and that you can actually build community and make some friends … that’s the greatest impact we can really have.”

The star of the show was paddleboarding legend Seychelle Webster, who ended the weekend with three gold medals and a silver in what was her first time paddleboarding in Detroit.

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Rich said. “We’re looking at what we need to provide for our seniors for the next 50 years.”

The mayor assured the public that the Costick Center would not close before having a facility available to replace it.

Anita Stromberg said she visits the center five days a week for its water aerobics program.

“The pool is integral to my routine,” Stromberg said.

She added that she appreciates the mayor making it clear the Costick Center would remain open until there was a replacement, amid rumors to the contrary.

Ethan Eleff, of Sports Facilities Companies, conducted an online survey in February and March that drew 586 respondents, nearly all of them 50 years or older.

“We feel as though we have a great voice of the key constituents of the new facility,” Eleff said.

Many who spoke during public comment felt the sampling was inadequate to represent a city as large as Farmington Hills, which has a population of more than 80,000.

“How did you conduct the survey (when) the majority of seniors do not use the internet?” asked Latika Mangrulkar. “I’m pretty (tech-)savvy, (and) I never heard of (the survey). … (Surveying) 500 in a large community like ours does not represent the whole community.”

Ellen Schnackel, the city’s director of special services, which oversees the Costick

Center, responded that the survey was posted in high-visibility places such as the city’s website, as well as in “Senior Messenger,” a monthly newsletter that reaches about 5,000 subscribers via email, which she feels is especially effective.

Her department also emailed Costick Center users with a direct link to the survey, she said.

Eleff indicated those 50 years and older wanted a facility with indoor walking and exercise spaces, as well as an aquatic facility and multi-use courts for sports such as pickleball. He also recommended spaces that could be adapted for non-recreational purposes.

Another finding was that most seniors prefer the large, warm pool at the Costick Center as opposed to the “cold and small” pool at The Hawk.

Hannah Muth, recreation supervisor of aquatics and facilities, said the Costick Center pool is maintained at 86 degrees. It has a depth up to 10 feet and has several lap lanes to accommodate multiple forms of exercise simultaneously. The pool at The Hawk is described as a “leisure pool” with a depth of 3 feet 6 inches. Its temperature is maintained at 84 degrees.

“It may not seem like it’s a large difference, but it absolutely is,” Muth said.

Location is also key. According to Eleff, seniors want to be within a 10-minute travel range of the activity center. That said, the survey also indicated that transportation is not an issue for 80% of seniors, and only about 5% would require transportation to the facility.

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Three Farmington Hills locations were under consideration for the new activities center: the Costick Center at its current location at 28600 11 Mile Road, the Oakland Community College — Orchard Ridge Campus in Farmington Hills, and The Hawk located at 29995 W. 12 Mile Road.

“Costick is a senior center, and we like it that way,” said Cynthia Gottlieb, a resident of Farmington Hills, during public comment. “It makes us want to have a safe place to be old. We’ve earned the right to be old.”

According to Gottlieb, The Hawk is not well-suited for seniors. The Hawk has two floors connected by stairs that may pose a challenge for older residents with mobility issues.

“The Costick Center has been great,” said Pamela Santo, who participates in water aerobics where she says many participants come from neighboring communities. “It is reasonably priced.

“After class, we go to lunch and spend

money in the community,” she added. “There have been (groups ranging from) 30 to more than 50 of us.”

To maximize usage and income, Eleff recommended having a facility that is not geared exclusively for seniors but more intergenerational. He gave examples of swim teams and younger people coming to use the facility.

This idea resonated with some in attendance.

“It’s about time that we joined the rest of the developed world and created intergenerational programming,” said Mangrulkar.

But there also remained high demand for a place tailored toward seniors. Officials said that they wanted to continue hearing feedback from the community.

“We encourage public engagement, whether phone calls, conversation with our staff, me, the City Manager’s Office,” Schnackel said. “Through fhgov.com, there is a Costick (Center) input for anyone who wants to share information or opinions. Those emails go directly to me.”

Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.

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CRIME WATCH

Driver crashes into lamppost after drinking

FARMINGTON — Officers from the Farmington Public Safety Department were dispatched to the area of Farmington Road and Orchard Street regarding a crash-related injury around 9:50 p.m. July 24.

Reportedly, a vehicle crashed into a decorative lamppost and knocked it over. The airbags deployed and the 27-year-old female driver was standing

outside the vehicle, which was on the sidewalk when the officers arrived.

The driver could not recall how the lamppost was struck. Officers noticed the smell of alcohol from her breath. According to the officer, the driver admitted to consuming alcohol prior to driving.

The woman was transported to the hospital for her injuries. Officers obtained a search warrant for her blood alcohol level. Depending on the results of the test, the case will be submitted to the prosecutor.

Vehicle in flooded area catches fire

FARMINGTON — Officers from the Farmington Public Safety Department were dispatched to the area of Power and 10 Mile roads at 3:48 a.m. July 16 for

a vehicle fire.

After the driver had driven the vehicle in a flooded area on the road and stalled, the vehicle began to smoke. The driver exited the vehicle before it caught fire.

Officers extinguished the fire and impounded the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

Speeding while intoxicated

FARMINGTON — A vehicle traveling westbound at a high rate of speed on Michigan Highway 5 was observed by a Farmington Public Safety officer around 2 a.m. July 20.

Reportedly, the officer confirmed with in-car radar that the vehicle was traveling at about 102 mph

County programs help with student and medical debt

WEST BLOOMFIELD — At a recent meeting of the West Bloomfield Board of Trustees, Oakland County Commissioner Marcia Gershenson discussed county programs that help with student loan debt, medical debt and transportation for veterans.

“We are still working with a company called Savi to offer student debt relief and help residents find new repayment or forgiveness options,” Gershenson said at the June 23 meeting. “We’ve helped so many residents reduce their student debt. So, if you know of anybody, please go to our website or contact me.”

Oakland County also provides financial relief for residents with unpaid medical bills.

“This is an amazingly successful program,” Gershenson said.

There is no application needed for this program. The hospital transfers the debt to an agency and the resident will receive a letter declaring their debt expunged, she explained.

There is also free door-to-door transportation available for veterans and their caretakers, now through September 2025.

For more information, visit oakgov.com, or contact Gershenson by calling (248) 808-1032 or emailing gershensonm@ oakgov.com.

CPR and AED training for community members

FARMINGTON HILLS — Community members can learn CPR and AED training from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28 at Fire Station #4, located at 28711 Drake Road in Farmington Hills.

The class is for any community member. Residents of Farmington and Farmington Hills pay $10 while nonresidents pay $20. There is an additional $20 fee, regardless of residency, required for the American Heart Association Certificate of Training, which is valid for two years and can be printed or accessed online.

“We know every second counts when it comes to cardiac arrest and traumatic injuries,” said Farmington Hills Fire Chief Jon Unruh. “Thanks to community members who participate in this lifesaving course, and our highly skilled EMTs and paramedics, Farmington Hills has one of the highest cardiac arrest survival rates in the United States.”

To ensure an optimal student-to-instructor ratio, registration fees are due by Thursday, Aug. 21, one week prior to the class. Payments are nonrefundable. To register or to learn more, email fdevents@fhgov.com.

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in a zone with a posted speed limit of 70 mph.

The officer stopped the vehicle. According to police, the officer noticed signs of intoxication from the 24-year-old male driver. A preliminary standard field sobriety test was administered and indicated results greater than 0.17.

The driver was arrested for operating a vehicle with a high alcohol count.

The case has been forwarded to the prosecutor pending blood results.

If you know more about these cases or others, call Farmington Public Safety at (248) 474-4700.

Therapeutic garden provides skills and comfort

SOUTHFIELD — Members of Clubhouse for the Common Good are working on their new environmentally-friendly vegetable gardens, which offer squash, basil, parsley, cucumber, melon and more.

The Clubhouse is a day center for those with mental health challenges. It operates out of the Zussman Center, located at 23800 W. 10 Mile Road in Southfield.

“Gardening is very therapeutic, plus it creates working tasks and new skills,” said Rene Dell, vice-president of vocational rehabilitation at Gesher. “Our members love being outside and get great joy in seeing vegetables grow and then harvesting them to use for the lunch service.”

Individuals diagnosed with a serious mental health condition who are interested in attending the Clubhouse at the Zussman Center can call (248) 233-4325 for more information.

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all the kids’ faces and waving as we drive by. We have a great partnership with Farmington Hills (Police). They participate in the parade, and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department participates in the parade,” Houhanisin said. “It’s a good family event.”

The grand marshal of this year’s parade was Randy O’Dell. His wife Deborah nominated him and said he wears many hats within the community he loves.

O’Dell is the pastor of Freedom Gateway Center in Farmington, chaplain for Farmington Public Safety, a licensed chiropractor, and an active volunteer on the city’s Grand River Corridor Improvement Authority (CIA), where he serves as vice chair.

“Randy is someone who leads with heart, humility and a deep commitment to service,” LaRussa said. “His steady presence and compassion have positively touched many lives across Farmington. It’s an honor to recognize him as this year’s grand marshal, and I couldn’t be happier.”

One Farmington Hills resident who has been coming to the festival for at least 15 years and wished not to be named noted how the festival has changed over the years, with fewer arts vendors than in the past. But he was most interested in the music and looking forward to seeing the performance by Fifty Amp Fuse.

The crowd descended to the concert area as show time neared, leaving the midway and food court empty.

Fifty Amp Fuse played a variety of music, from rock and roll to hip-hop, covering tunes from the Beatles to Bruno Mars, and Grace Slick to Sly and the Family Stone. The band kept the crowd on their feet. Even a

woman on a walker managed to make her way to the front of the stage to dance to the music.

The concert crowd ranged in age from people in their 20s to their 70s. They ran on the dance floor and sang along when the band played Nelly’s “Ride Wit Me.” Concerts after 5 p.m. required those in attendance to be at least 21 years old and to pay a $5 cover fee.

Performing earlier that day was Mark Reitenga with Bobby East. The two performed acoustic folk rock, cover songs and a few originals.

Reitenga raved about the sound system.

“It was funny — we were asked to turn down (the volume) by the people in the bingo tent next to us because they couldn’t hear bingo being yelled,” he said.

Reitenga is no stranger to the event.

“The Farmington Founders Festival is a great traditional festival — it’s a fun local get-together,” he said. “I’ve been lucky enough to have performed on the main stage four times now.”

Reitenga is also an advertising representative for C & G Newspapers.

Earlier in the day, children played with bubbles and family dogs were invited to the Farmington Fido Festival — an event within the event — where man’s best friend could enjoy a variety of activities. Guests could also watch the Ultimate Air Dogs leap off a dock, catch toys and land in the water.

LaRussa deemed the event a success.

“I still see it as a huge draw for our visitors to come downtown and see everything that we have to offer in Farmington and how much we’ve grown and experience the new public spaces we’ve been able to activate in the last year or two,” LaRussa said.

Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.

Auto dealers: Buy now before tariffs drive prices up

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — With looming tariffs likely to push auto prices higher, industry insiders say now’s the time to buy.

It’s a buyer’s market, according to Robert Shastal, general manager of the Fox Automotive Group in Rochester Hills.

“Right now, buyers have an advantage,” he said. “If they wait, they could face higher prices, fewer incentives, missed opportunities on trade values, and the end of EV credits.”

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Buying sooner may keep more green in your wallet, with tariffs on imported vehicles expected to lead to price increases in the near future.

“The tariffs and supply chain costs are rising, but right now, automakers are still holding their line with incentives. People will risk paying more once those costs hit because the manufacturers can’t take on the additional costs forever,” said Shastal.

Ledell Griffin, sales manager at Galeana’s Van Dyke Dodge in Warren, said tariffs will not only increase prices, but it will also affect incentives and how vehicles and parts are shipped.

“It’s passed down to the consumer, so it’s not something that the manufacturer pays for,” he said. “If a part used to cost $100, it might cost $150 to $200, depending on the tariffs.”

New vehicle inventory has rebounded to near pre-pandemic levels, so buyers also have a wider selection to choose from. And, with increased inventory, dealerships are more likely to offer deals to attract buyers.

“Whenever we have a lot of inventory, we put a lot of sales on, so that’s another good reason to buy, because inventory is now at an all-time high for me. I’ve never had so many trucks,” said Griffin.

Those interested in purchasing a new or used electric vehicle, or an EV, can also take advantage of savings, but only for the next two months. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 qualified certain electric vehicles for a tax credit of up to $7,500 for eligible buyers. However, the federal vehicle tax credit is set to expire Sept. 30.

“One of the big incentives for all brands is the federal EV tax credit — $7,500 on new, and $4,000 on used — which ends Sept. 30, making the next two months the last chance to capture that savings for a buyer,” Shastal explained.

If you already have a car and are looking to trade, industry leaders say now is an excellent time.

“Trade-in value remains strong and used car inventory is still tight, so the dealers are paying top dollar for trades, making it a great time to maximize the vehicle’s value,” Shastal added.

Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

DETAIL CENTER

Modern additions fire up Chevrolet Fleetmaster Coupe’s vintage ride

BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — David Watson wanted to buy a classic car that represented the year of his birth: 1947.

The St. Clair Shores resident looked around but didn’t find one made that year. He got as close as he could, though, by purchasing a striking 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Coupe. He bought the car in 2004.

While the white vintage vehicle — with the decorative purple and blue flames — is 77 years old, Watson had it modernized over the years at local shops.

“When I got it, it was all white. I had the flames painted on it,” he said. “I put the rims on it.”

If you look under the hood, you’ll see the motor of a 1991 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z.

“It’s just a modern engine. It’s fuel-injected,” Watson said. “It has a digital dash, power steering, power brakes, power windows, and a custom interior. It’s an automatic. All the shiny parts are stainless steel.”

Other updates were completed to keep the car running smoothly. The transmission was rebuilt, air conditioning was added, and there also is a power antenna and a power trunk. So he could play music, an AM/FM radio and a compact disc player were installed. And “breaker one nine,” the car has

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a citizens band radio that works, although Watson doesn’t use it.

The ’48 model does not have any door handles but rather shaved doors. The shaved doors were a popular trend that gave cars a smooth look.

Perhaps you’ve come across the car around town. One spot Watson likes to take the coupe on a regular basis to is Eddie’s Drive-In in Harrison Township, which has a classic car show from 4 to 8 p.m. every Sunday during the warmer months.

“That’s my favorite place to go,” Watson said.

Watson sometimes shows up to the weekly car shows from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church in St. Clair Shores, and to the Friday night car shows from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Walter F. Bruce Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1146, also in St Clair Shores. He made it to the Eastpointe Crusin’ Gratiot car show June 14 at Eastpointe High School.

“There’s somewhere to go every day,” the car buff said. “People wave and they give you a thumbs-up.”

He also comes across people whose dads or grandpas once owned a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Coupe, which generally sparks conversations. Watson’s car gets around, as it was featured in the background of a commentary video for the 2008 Clint Eastwood film “Gran Torino.” Watson used to go to Kalamazoo for the Street Rod Nationals, which he said was great for meeting other car enthusiasts.

“The newest car that could get in was a ’48,” Watson said. “Anywhere from 1925 up to ’48.”

Watson has always been into cars.

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“Personally, I’m thrilled. … It went extremely well,” Webster said. “Being one of the best in the country is a huge honor … and I’m training to be one of the best paddlers in the world.”

Webster has been paddling competitively for about a decade now and has seen the growth of the sport right in front of her eyes.

Having a national championship for paddleboarding is something that paddlers don’t take for granted. The title can open the door for even bigger opportunities.

“When I was 15 years old, I started working on cars. I would go to people’s houses. The first car I ever worked on was a 1953 Buick convertible. A straight-A car, three speeds on the column,” he said. “My neighbor gave it to me. He said, ‘Here, it doesn’t run. You can have it.’ At that time, there was nowhere to donate them. You just took it to the junkyard. This was in ’62.”

Watson found a Buick book and discovered it was the coil causing problems for the convertible.

“I put a coil on it and I gave it back to him,” said Watson, who found a new pastime fixing cars in the neighborhood. “I got really busy. I couldn’t do it anymore. Too many cars at the house.”

At age 21, while working for Chrysler, Watson bought his first car, a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner. Price tag: $2,850.

“It was a ’69, but I bought it in December of ’68. We were making, I think, $3.40 an hour,” Watson said. “The car payment was $100 a month, but I paid $1,000 a year for insurance in 1969, which was a lot of money then; it’s a lot of money now. The first year, I put 30,000 miles on that car. I just went everywhere. My mother would pull her hair out because at the time there were no cellphones and no way to track you.”

As a young adult, Watson cruised Woodward Avenue. Maverick’s Drive-In, Big Boy and the Totem Pole on Woodward were regular hangouts.

“You would go and mingle,” he said. “You could cruise then and people would pull over and stop. You could talk to them.”

The Road Runner was like a second home.

“I slept in the car out on Woodward more than I slept in my house. You get tired, too far to drive,” Watson said. “I had police wake me up, ‘Hey, what are you doing?’ I’m in the back sleeping.”

Webster said that the championship series provides an official path for athletes in the sport. The 2025 series was deemed a success with strong viewership all weekend. It was also a success for USA SUP, with a new region of the country now following the sport.

“One of the things I love about this sport is all the different places it can take you to,” Webster said. “Belle Isle was gorgeous. … It had all the different elements you’d look for in a stand-up paddle race.”

For more information on USA SUP, visit usasup.org, or follow “usasupofficial” on Instagram to track future competitions.

Call Staff Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.

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AUG. 6

Duck Race & Family Fun Day: Purchase rubber ducks to race thousands of others along river, top five finishers receive prizes, event also includes family-friendly activities, live entertainment and photo opportunities with giant inflatable duck, 3 p.m., Shiawassee Park, 32515 Shiawassee Road in Farmington, money supports CARES of Farmington Hills (helps local families in need), caresfh.org/duckrace

AUG. 8

Full Moon Fridays: Take night hike and observe nocturnal animals, 9:30-10:30 p.m., Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Road in Farmington Hills, registration required, tinyurl.com/fhncfullmoonfrisummer25, (248) 231-8471

AUG. 8-10

Summer festival: Free event with Middle Eastern food, premium bar, hookah lounge, DJ and dancing, inflatables, carnival games, henna tattoos, raffles and more, 6-11 Aug. 8, 4-11:30 p.m. Aug. 9 and 1-8 p.m. Aug. 10, St. Rafka Church, 32765 Lyndon St. in Livonia, saintrafkafestival.com

AUG. 10

Free car seat inspections: Farmington Hills Fire Department - Station #3, 29260 Grand River Ave., appointments required, email fdevents@fhgov.com

by Aug. 8

Relay for Life: Benefits American Cancer Society Relay For Life of South Oakland County, also includes games, activities and entertainment, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak, relayforlife.org/southoaklandmi

AUG. 14

Hear The Farmington Chorus: 7 p.m., amphitheater in Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Road in Farmington Hills, (248) 473-1850

AUG. 19

Food Truck Tuesdays: Purchase from Funk It Up Fries, also play cornhole, Connect Four, ring toss and more, 5-7 p.m., Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, (248) 553-0300, farmlib.org

AUG. 24

Tao community garden blessing: Also plant-based treats and music during open house, 5-7 p.m., Zhong Shu Temple, 23845 Middlebelt Road in Farmington Hills, (248) 579-4791

Walk4Friendship: Presented by Friendship Circle of Michigan, event supports individuals with special needs and those experiencing isolation, 5,000-plus

participants expected, opening ceremony from 11:15-11:45 a.m., Farber Center, 5586 Drake Road in West Bloomfield, then walk to Meer Center, 6892 W. Maple Road in West Bloomfield, plus games, rides, face painting, petting zoo, food and more until 3 p.m., walk4friendship.com

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Car shows: Farmington Cruisin’ the Grand also includes door prizes, 50-50, music and snacks, 4-7 p.m.

Mondays until Sept. 29, Sidecar Slider Bar, 32720 Grand River Ave. in Farmington, (248) 536-2907

• Westside Rod & Custom Car Club hosts events from 4 p.m. to dusk Wednesdays through September, CARES of Farmington Hills, 27835 Shiawassee Road, bring unopened box of cereal as donation, find group on Facebook

Senior Social Hour: For adults 60 and older and caregivers, includes crafts, music, games, puzzles, coffee and light refreshments, 10:30 a.m.-noon every fourth Friday of month, Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, registration preferred, (248) 553-0300, farmlib.org

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trusted adult and tell them right away.

“Staying silent or uncertain can sometimes be misunderstood as permission,” Dailey said.

Be cautious online. If someone makes a child feel scared, uncomfortable or asks for private information or photos, they should tell a trusted adult immediately. Many online predators build trust before asking for inappropriate content.

“Kids get tricked online all the time,” Dailey said. “A lot of kids have sent pictures of their (private parts) or girls of their breasts, and that has been used to (extort) money, (to) gain access or sexually assault (the kid).”

Officials recommend using parental controls on devices. Set privacy restrictions and limit app permissions, such as location access.

According to Piggott, many predators target kids who are withdrawn or don’t have a good relationship with their parents.

“Those grooming processes take time,” Piggott said.

The predator is watching and monitoring the child, waiting to make their move.

“They probably can have 20-30 great contacts with them before they test them with something that is just slightly over the line to see whether it will affect them or (whether) they will be willing to tell a parent. And sometimes those things look rather innocuous,” he said. “They try to explain it away with, ‘Oh, that was just a simple hug,’ (or) ‘Don’t tell anybody I hugged you.’”

Neighbors, friends, and strangers

Parents are encouraged to talk with their children as to what to do if a neighbor, an adult they know, or a stranger offers them a ride.

Dailey suggests, if it is someone the child knows but they feel uncomfortable, politely decline and move along.

If it is a stranger, kids should stay out of the street, yell, and run toward the houses. West Bloomfield does not have yards with fences. This allows them to run through backyards and reach the next street. Running in the opposite direction from the car, makes it harder for the stranger to follow the child, Dailey said.

When visiting someone’s home, make sure they are there. Go in a group and remain with the group while inside the home.

Before allowing your child to visit another family’s house, the chief recommends learning about the other family.

“You just never know what’s going on in other people’s homes,” Piggott said. “There could be drug use, unsecured weapons or abuse situations.”

If a kid is doing yard work at a neighbor’s, such as mowing the lawn or shoveling snow, you may want to encourage your child to stay outside and never enter the premises. If the neighbor wants the child to come inside for payment, ask for digital payment instead.

There are services available to help those in abuse situations, such as Care House, HAVEN and Child Protective Services. The local police are also available to help.

“We have very compassionate detectives,” Piggott said. “We start from the perspective (that) our survivors are telling the truth, and we’ve established a culture in our department to maintain the trust and confidentiality of the people who come forward with these cases.”

For more information about Care House, visit carehouse.org or call (248) 3327173.

To learn more about HAVEN, visit haven-oakland.org or call (248) 334-1284.

To reach Child Protective Services, visit michigan.gov/mdhhs/adult-child-serv.

BRICK REPAIR

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the northbound side of Orchard Lake. A silver Ford Escape traveling southbound on Orchard Lake near Misty Pine Drive, located between 10 Mile and 11 Mile roads, crossed the median and struck the road crew around 11:10 a.m., according to officials.

Farmington Hills firefighters and paramedics responded and provided advance life support at the scene. Jones was pronounced dead while the other crew members were transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said. The driver of the SUV was the only person in the vehicle and

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was also transported to the hospital.

Jones was a married father of six, who was a minister at Wings of Love Missionary Baptist Church in Detroit. The family announced Jones’ passing on the church’s Facebook page.

“He is an irreplaceable part of our family. Our lives will never be the same; we are devastated,” part of the post reads. “We ask for your earnest thoughts and prayers as our family mourns the loss of this great man.”

The Road Commission also reflected on the loss.

“Today is a heartbreaking day for the families of our coworkers and for the entire RCOC family,” said RCOC Managing Director Dennis Kolar. “We are extremely sad-

The Petoskey stones are Michigan’s state stone. The ones used by the Copelands were purchased in Michigan, and the couple took them home to Florida to polish.

“We tumbled them for three weeks using three different grits,” Laurie Copeland said.

John Copeland explained the different grits have varying textures ranging from coarse to very fine, which make the stones smooth and beautiful.

Known for her mixed media art, Agnes Rathonyi was a returning vendor and this year’s featured artist.

“This has been a great show,” Rathonyi said. “Very high-quality clients.”

Narozny, the showrunner, explained how the feature artist was selected.

“This is a juried event, (so) it has to catch the eye in two seconds,” she said. “It has to be an original piece — something that had not been seen before at this show or any other show across the county.”

To this end, Rathonyi crafted an all-new collection for the show, and won one of the show’s awards

for excellence in mixed media.

dened by the loss of one of our family members, and the injury of two others. Right now, our top priority is supporting these employees’ families.”

The RCOC had professionals available to help those struggling with the incident.

Farmington Hills Police Chief John Piggott extended his condolences to those affected.

“Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased. We also extend our thoughts and prayers to the injured crew members and their families as they continue to receive medical attention, along with the entire Road Commission for Oakland County family affected by this tragic incident,” Piggott said.

Another highlight of the show was the youth art competition, where Oakland County kids ages 5-13 or grades K-8 competed. John Teal Crutchfield, a medal artist from Richmond, Va., served as the judge for the youth competition.

“What I have noticed is children today are not painting buildings, cities, equipment and products,” he said.

With all the ads that kids are exposed to today, he thought that would influence their art.

“No, children today are painting and doing lots of (artwork showing) animals and nature,” Crutchfield said. “They have a subconscious desire to reconnect with nature.”

The winner of the youth art competition was Libby Katz, 7, awarded “Best in Show — Mixed Media.” She had two entries and won the grand prize of $100.

Another standout in the youth art competition was Olori Amen-Ra, age 8, for her painting that one judge described as “Picasso-esque.”

Amen-Ra, who intends to continue being an artist when she grows up, described the joy art brings her.

“Painting makes me happy,” she said.

Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 4981069.

Officials said the incident shows the dangers of road work.

“This devastating event is a stark reminder of the importance of work zone safety,” Kolar said. “Despite our crew taking every precaution to secure the area, there are still risks every single day on the job.”

Police also encourage drivers to be aware of construction crews, and to exercise extra caution when approaching work zones. At press time, the crash was being investigated by the Farmington Hills Police Department Traffic Safety Section.

Those with information regarding this crash are asked to contact the Farmington Hills Police Department Command Desk at (248) 871-2610.

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METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime hail asphalt shingles. Vinyl siding. Licensed and insured builders for 40 years. AMISH CREW. 517-575-3695.

MATTRESSES

Adjustable Bed Brand New with mattress. Made in U.S.A, in plastic, with warranty. Retail Cost $3,995.00 sacrifice for $875.00

Call for showing or delivery: DanDanTheMattressMan.com. 989-923-1278

MISCELLANEOUS

Amish-built mini-cabins starting at $5,295. Made in Michigan! We deliver statewide. Call 989-8321866. MyNextBarn.com.

POND/LAKE

Eco-Friendly Pond & Lake weed removal tools. Veteran made in Michigan. Visit our website www. WeedGatorProducts.com or call 989-529-3992. 5% discount code GATOR5.

Published: August 6, 2025