Fall colors may be early this year nLate summer autumn- temperatures we’ve been experiencing At this point, weather reports just may bring on Michigan’s fall color are showing that peak color might like temperatures might show earlier than usual. be coming about three days earlier bring peak color three days Every year, the timing and vibran- across Michigan, compared to the earlier across Michigan cy of Michigan’s fall foliage is dif- historical average. ferent, and this year is no exception. “Moisture is the key,” said Da- By Sally Rummel It all depends on the temperatures in vid Petts, owner of Branching Out Autumn doesn’t officially begin un- coming days, as well as moisture that Nursery & Landscaping in Fenton. til Sept. 23, but those chilly nighttime heads our way in the form of rain. See FALL COLORS on 17A Photo: Bernard Spragg

P.O. Box 129 | Hartland, MI 48353 Weekend Terri Hartwick 810-632-5161 VOL. 26 NO. XXXVII SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2019 $1.00 Board votes to Amid state and put millage on federal bans, teen November ballot e-cig use is up nFenton Area Public Schools nSchool districts have asking for sinking fund renewal policies to deter and punish for three years at current rate students who vape By Vera Hogan Fenton Area Public Schools By Tim Jagielo Teen vaping is a top concern among (FAPS) officials have placed another schools and governments. One school sinking fund renewal proposal on the in Alabama made national headlines Nov. 5 ballot. Only this time, they are after stall doors were removed in the asking voters to renew the current students’ bathroom. See MILLAGE on 15A See E-CIG on 16A

Lake Fenton to seek 1.25-mill sinking fund for 10 years By Vera Hogan Lake Fenton Community Schools will be asking voters to approve a Photo: Tim Jagielo 1.25-mill sinking fund for the next 10 Juul vape pod mods allow the user years (2020 to 2029). Tony and Patti Bonura of Linden play the Coke ring game with children Theo, to change the flavor of the vapor they See SINKING FUND on 13A 5, and Zoe, 2, at Applefest on Thursday, Sept. 12. See more photos at myfenton.com. breathe. Photo: Vaping 360

TEXT I said a prayer for Picked up my Does YOUR the man in the black Bottles, Brews & News anyone COMMENT car,‘‘ who was speed- ‘‘tickets this week! The know‘‘ why OF THE WEEK HOT LINE ing past a gravel countdown is on for this the worst hauler on the curve awesome new event on half of Lob- I don’t mind you pick- 810-771-TEXT north of Clyde Road Sept. 28. Can’t wait to dell Road ing through my garbage at on the double line and missed try some new beer and wine while was not resurfaced? I ‘‘2 a.m. but it would be nice if my car by inches as I was going enjoying live music and the beauty don’t get it.” you had a vehicle that didn’t home traveling north. Please of our community. Plus, it’s for a wake up the entire neigh- slow down and obey the law.” great cause — FARR.” borhood.” 2A Sunday, September 15, 2019 WEEKEND TIMES myfenton.com

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acebook. Equifax. “personal information” as an indi- ment. They are private citizens, Submit Hot lines online at myfenton.com How are these entities vidual’s photo, name, address (but who can buy your address from the or text to 810-771-8398 All submissions, if approved for publication, must be similar? They’re under fire not the zip code), driver’s license government. 50 words or less and do not necessarily reflect the for giving and/or not pro- number, Social Security number, PIs must be licensed under the views of the Tri-County Times. We reserve the right F to edit for clarity, length and liability. tecting personal information. telephone number, digitized sig- Professional Investigator Licensure Department of Motor nature, and medical and Act, or they must work for a licensed NO ONE UNDERSTANDS climate. Vehicles. Michigan Sec- disability information. The data we have today shows private security guard agency or climate change is due to both retary of State Office. MVC, section alarm system contractor, to buy data natural variation and human activity. How are these entities 257.208c, states that the from the SOS, which has an entire Carbon dioxide is just one part of similar? They’ll sell your SOS can disclose this webpage explaining the process. the human part of climate change. information, too. And “personal information” nnn The Driver’s Privacy Protection YOUR SPECIFIC they’re the government. to law enforcement, to an Act was created in 1994 after an IDENTIFICATION of the AR-15 I’m one of those “if employer to verify infor- actress (Rebecca Schaeffer) was as a target of restriction proves the FBI wants to watch mation, insurance com- killed by a stalker who hired a PI your ignorance of both guns and me through my computer panies, motor vehicle to obtain her information from the crime. But good job on learning video camera struggle to business, statistics and and regurgitating the CNN and Hannah Ball California DMV. However, many Democrat party lines. write and endlessly scroll data gathering compa- states still sell to PIs, including nnn on Twitter, that’s their nies, and a few other rea- Michigan. IMMUNIZATIONS ARE A matter loss” kind of person. I’m worried sons that make you squint, shrug, According to the SOS request of public health and sometimes when data companies get hacked, and think “I guess that makes some form, PIs can only ask for this in- can be the difference between sense.” life and death. Vaccination is but I change my passwords, shake formation if it relates to the above the safest, most effective way to my head, and hope Congress can Protecting from fraud is impor- reasons. I’m sure PIs do more than protect not only your child, but eventually bring these companies tant, but I have a major issue with stalk cheating spouses, but they also our entire state from vaccine- to heel. two parts of this section. The media could simply lie on the form. preventable diseases. You know what really grinds my can buy this information to write a nnn It’s incredibly easy to find some- THE HOT LINE about Democrats gears? When we’re required by the report related to the operation of a one’s address in this day and age, not being Socialists is partly true state to have a photo taken, give motor vehicle or public safety. At but the government should not because actually, they are closer our Social Security number, our ad- least, that’s what we’d claim on the make it easier. If you think your to being Communists. All of the proposals by the Democratic dress, and pay for an ID, only for form. We could lie. (The Times has information is not worth something, the state to sell that information to never bought personal information candidates can be found in the think again. A lookup fee is $7. Communist Manifesto. Yes, the private citizens. from the government.) Communist Party is alive and well The Michigan Vehicle Code That list also includes private in- Opinions offered in this column are the author’s alone and do in America. not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Tri-County Times or its (MVC), section 257.40b, defines vestigators. PIs are not law enforce- staff. Email Hannah Ball at [email protected].

Compiled by Hannah Ball, staff reporter Where’s the most interesting place you’ve been? street talk

“When I got out of college, “New Zealand. Because it’s “Singapore. Because it’s “I went to Honduras in “Yellowstone in February, I hiked the Appalachian the farthest I’ve ever been the cleanest city on earth. 2016 for a mission trip. snowmobiling for three Trail for six months. I hiked from home and they have At least, that’s what they The people are really family days, at the top of Two north to south. Most hike every kind of climate. They say.” oriented. They were really Tops during a snowstorm. south to north.” have no animals that can accepting of us.” We were snowmobiling kill you.” with buffalo in the road.” Gary Holvick Amellia Hall Kenny Versola Nicola Gehringer K.C. Smith Tyrone Township South Lyon Modesto, California Fenton Fenton myfenton.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, September 15, 2019 5A Still no official answers on sudden exit VISIT THE NEW SKAFF.COM nVillage manager minutes, had to be moved from the regu- lar meeting room to the commons area says Holly police chief at the Karl Richter Center. EMPOWER YOUR LIFE resignation was voluntary While not listed overtly on the agenda, the possible exit of LIFT CHAIRS By Tim Jagielo Michael Story prompted sev- Holly Village govern- eral public comments. Most Huge Selection ment and administration are supported the chief, asking remaining tight-lipped about him for a “fair shake,” while Immediate Delivery the sudden resignation of others like resident John former Holly Police Chief Lauve accused the council of Up to 3 Years Michael Story. violating the Open Meetings Interest Free This is the procedure fol- Act for not listing the reason lowing anything discussed in Michael for the closed session. FREE DELIVERY closed session meetings. It’s Story According to meeting ON LIFT CHAIRS WITH THIS AD. meant to protect all parties minutes, the council referred involved and is often part of to the departure of Story as the negotiations. the “separation agreement” struck be- Former Chief Elena Danishevskaya tween the village and Story’s attorney. made it public that she resigned in 2012 While the Times sent a Freedom of amid what she felt was a hostile work en- Information Act (FOIA) request for vironment during her 16 months as chief. Story’s resignation letter, Walker said While rumors and possible insights such documents are exempt from FOIA 810-767-1380 are available, they haven’t been shared requests. 5301 Hill-23 Dr. | Flint on the record. Walker appointed Scott Fischer as (US-23 EXPRESSWAY AT HILL ROAD) One rumor is that Story was forced acting police chief. Fischer retired in MON-FRI 10 A.M. TO 8:00 P.M. to resign, which Village Manager Jerry 2010 with 33 years at Holly with the SAT 10 A.M. TO 7 P.M. | SUN 12 P.M. TO 5 P.M. Walker addressed in an email. “When rank of detective lieutenant. He has returning to open ses- been working for the sion they did vote to ac- Oakland County Sher- cept Chief Story’s writ- … they did vote iff’s Office for seven ten resignation, which to accept Chief years. some term as a ‘separation ‘‘Story’s written Fischer will serve Make sure your Furnace is ready for the cooler months agreement,’ but it was a resignation, for 60-90 days while the ahead with a Goyette Clean & Check. voluntary resignation and village goes through the The Experts from Goyette will perform an 11 point retirement,” Walker said. which some term hiring process. inspection, checking all levels and install a new filter. Story served as chief as a ‘separation Officials such as Holly after Danishevskaya’s agreement,’ but Township Supervisor departure in September George Kullis are on the of 2012. it was a voluntary hiring committee. On Aug. 27, a special resignation and Story and Village meeting was held, which retirement. President Tom McKen- drew enough attendance Jerry Walker ney did not respond to that according to council Holly Village manager questions by press time. ’’ A New High Efficient Bryant Furnace or Boiler can save up to 40% on Monthly Utility Bills. Plus take advantage of Utility Credits and Great Financing Options to save even NEWS we’re back in session,” Mueller said. more! Call the Experts at Goyette today for a Free in home “I’m eager to tackle more issues this HVAC Savings Analysis and start saving now! fall on behalf of my constituents. BRIEFS I welcome residents from across COMPILED BY SHARON STONE our community to come share their priorities with me.” Office hours are LOCAL STATE REP ANNOUNCES scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. OFFICE HOURS at the Gaines Township Hall, 9255 State Rep. Mike Mueller of Fenton W. Grand Blanc Rd., in Gaines. No Township will host office hours appointment is necessary. Residents Monday, Sept. 30 to meet with unable to attend may contact local residents of the 51st District. Mueller’s office at (517) 373-1780 or (810) 742-8530 1-877-GOYETTE www.GoyetteService.com “Students are back to school and [email protected]. 6A Sunday, September 15, 2019 WEEKEND TIMES myfenton.com

FLAT ROOFING MSP awards nearly $56 million in safety grants since 2015 • Duro-Last Roofing nUsed to secure school March about the grant program. “Every • Rubber Roofing entrances, buy cameras, install parent should have the peace of mind that their children are receiving an • TPO Roofing SINCE intercom systems and more education that allows them to achieve • Commercial & Residential By Hannah Ball their dreams under the safest possible 1959 In 2015, 87 Michigan schools and conditions.” We specialize in flat roof repairs! districts received grants from the Applicants must fill out a form and Michigan State Police Competitive adhere to the rules for how the money School Safety Grant Program. The is used. Eligible expenditures include STANDING SEAM METAL ROOFS GUTTER SYSTEMS organization gave out $4 million that access control systems, bollards and • Commercial Buildings • Store Fronts Gutters & Downspouts year, which was the first year for the barriers, classroom/interior doorway • Residential Homes • Churches • Seamless Aluminum program. enhancements, lighting, • A Variety of Colors After years of numer- intercom systems, modi- SHINGLE ROOFS • Gutter Screens ous school shootings, that Safety for fication of entryways to NEW ROOFS FREE • Overhangs/Siding number has increased to our children create secure vestibules, • Seal Down Shingles Estimates! nearly $25 million given ‘‘ panic button/alert system, • Residential & Commercial should always • Metal Shingles out to 229 schools and public address system, • Skylights/Copperwork be a top • Roof Repairs • All Types districts in 2019. signage and security cam- License #2104183192 Nancy Becker-Ben- priority. eras. nett, division director of Gretchen Whitmer Applications are re- 810-743-2759 the Grants and Commu- Michigan governor viewed by a committee nity Services Division ’’ that includes representa- 6165 E. Atherton Rd. of the MSP, said these funds are ap- tives from the MSP, Michigan As- Sweers Burton, MI 48519 propriated by the Michigan Executive sociation of Chiefs of Police, Michi- EAVESTROUGH & ROOFING CO. www.SweersRoofing.com office and Legislature to “help schools gan Sheriffs’ Association, Michigan secure their buildings in an effort to Department of Education, Michigan keep students and staff safe.” Association of Non-Public Schools The grants are funded through the and other school safety professionals. state’s general fund. The grant now has two programs— The combined years of 2015, 2017, one that requires a match and one that 2018, and 2019 have seen almost $56 does not. million awarded in grants in the pro- Local schools received some of this gram with 556 total recipients. There money. None of these grants required was no appropriation for the funds in a match. Megan Strauchman, DO - Medical Director 2016. In 2017, Holly Area Schools re- “Safety for our children should ceived $59,000 from the program. In always be a top priority,” said Gov. 2018, Linden Community Schools Gretchen Whitmer in a press release in received $138,470. In 2019, Lake Fenton Community Schools received $177,073 and Fenton Area Public Schools received $96,736. Linden and Holly did not receive any money from this program this year. The program has grown, and more money is being awarded each year. However, 2019 saw a slight decrease in the amount awarded compared to 2018. 2015: 87 recipients, $4,000,000 awarded 2017: 52 recipients, $1,955,506 awarded 2018: 188 recipients, $25,000,000 awarded 2019: 229 recipients, $24,864,427 awarded myfenton.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, September 15, 2019 7A Zombies, scarecrows and monsters coming to Linden nAnnual Halloween The Linden Dance Academy will perform the classic Michael Jackson celebration to take dance “Thriller” after the parade. The Have a beer A Michigan Historic Site place Oct. 11 studio will host free dance clinics at with us — 15188 Linden Rd. for those wishing By Hannah Ball to participate in the dance. The dates The zombies are coming back to rat are Sept. 21, 22, 28 and Oct. 5 and 6, leb in or five! Linden this year, but they’ll be joined e g from 11 a.m. to noon. C nThe View Newspaper gang by scarecrows and monsters as well. looking forward to partying Linden’s annual Zombie Walk, “We have been involved with this with you for a great cause now called Zombies, Scarecrows and event since its inception and enjoy YEARS Monsters, will take place Friday, Oct. working with the LAC. Our studio By Vera Hogan 11 at 6:30 p.m. The event is put on by loves to get the kids involved in this 150 There’s just under two weeks the Linden Arts Council (LAC). event to learn a quick dance and per- Cider made the left to get your advance tickets “Calling all vampires and other form at the end of the parade,” said to The View Newspaper Group’s ghoulish creatures to walk with the Danielle Sorum, owner of Linden old fashioned way! first-ever Bottles, Brews & News zombies for the scariest parade ever,” Dance Academy. “It’s an opportunity Come taste craft beer and wine fest, from 3 the flyer reads. to promote dance and the theatrical arts to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, in The zombies and other monsters in our community that reaches across the heritage & Rackham Park, behind the Com- will line up outside Linden’s Fairview the county. Many students join us from munity & Cultural Center. Cemetery at 6 p.m. and depart down other cities to learn the Zombie dance compare! Along with amazing beer and Tickner Street at 6:30 p.m. The route and families are committed, too.” Come visit the Jewel of wine samples, the event will ends at Eagle’s Wooden Park. Their staff will also share tips on Livingston County! feature food for purchase and Attendees can also enter to win a makeup and costumes to help achieve …along the peaceful live music under a big tent in the scarecrow contest. the zombie look. park. Craft beer and beverages Mill Stream! from more than a dozen breweries, including our local friends at the Fenton Winery & Brewery, North- SECURE YOUR BUSINESS ern Oak Brewery and The Barn, The Fenton Pub and Ponemah Lakeside Lodge, will be featured. Bottles, Brews & News pro- ceeds will benefit FARR (Fenton Area Resources and Referral Network, Inc.,) which is aimed at helping Fenton, Lake Fenton and Linden area residents in crisis. Advance tickets to Bottles, Brews & News are $25 and in- Video Surveillance clude five tasting tickets and a souvenir glass. Additional tasting Call for a FREE Survey! tickets will be available at the event for $1 each. The event is for Cloud & On-Premise Solutions those 21 and older only. Tickets Business Communication Experts can be purchased at myfenton. LIVE MUSIC com, at the Times office at 256 Customer Service is our Specialty! Every Sunday N. Fenway Dr. in Fenton and at We’re Local and Here to Help *Weather Permitting* the Fenton Regional Chamber Open 7 Days 9am-6pm of Commerce offices at 104 S. Adelaide St. 810-735-8585 8507 Parshallville Rd. For more information, contact 1035 N. Bridge St. Hartland Twp. Emily Caswell at ecaswell@ Linden 810-629-9079 mihomepaper.com or at (810) Telnetgroup.com parshallvillecidermill.com 452-2608. Proud member Michigan Cider Makers Guild 8A Sunday, September 15, 2019 WEEKEND TIMES myfenton.com for local residents. Hurley has served to provide guidance and access to BUSINESS more than 2,000 food insecure health-related resources. patients in the past two years “We are here for those who through their Food FARMacy. Their need us, but another measure of BRIEFS Diabetes Prevention Program is at our success is knowing that there COMPILED BY SHARON STONE various community locations. Camp are those in our community we Move It has helped children get have helped to stay healthy and not New report reveals positive impact healthier the past five years. They’re require hospitalization,” said Hurley of Hurley Medical Center on also involved in several collaborative President and CEO Melany Gavulic. Genesee County Economy projects like the annual Community “It is critical that community Hurley Medical Center is making Baby Shower and Vaccination Fair. members get the service they need a significant impact on Flint and Their Nurse-Family Partnership and we make sure that no one gets Genesee County through efforts helps first-time mothers during their turned away,” said Cass Wisniewski, designed to improve the overall pregnancy and all the way through Hurley senior vice president and health, wellness and quality of life the second year of their child’s life CFO. Pawsitive Care Affordable Pet Clinic nOffers home visits, home Euthanasia services and no exam fee for wellness visits Artist Kevin Burdick works to get A healthy pet community or ultrasounds, eliminating the circus mural done in time for the is the goal for the team at the need for expensive HollyDays celebration last weekend. Pawsitive Care Affordable equipment. Submitted photo Pet Clinic, which opened “Less overhead means less in downtown Holly last out of your pocket … We November. aim to provide transparent MURAL Founded by veterinarian Dr. pricing so that the cost is easy Continued from Page 3A Ashley Hotchkiss, veterinary to understand and there are “This beautiful mural was made assistant Haley Jackson and no surprises,” Dr. Hotchkiss Veterinary assistant Haley Jackson, Dr. Ashley Hotchkiss and possible by a grant from Flagstar veterinary technician Alyssa said. “Our focus is to prevent licensed veterinarian technicians Brittany Sayyae and Alyssa Bank, coordinated by the Main Street Pennington, Pawsitive Care disease before it occurs … We Pennington make up the team at Pawsitive Care Affordable Pet Oakland County program, and a gen- Affordable Pet Clinic focuses pride ourselves on taking an Clinic in Holly. The clinic offers home visits, home Euthanasia erous donation from Kevin Burdick,” on preventative health alternative approach.” services and no exam fee for wellness visits. Submitted photo Golden said. services for pets including Additional unique “We love this new art installation vaccinations, heartworm offerings at Pawsitive Care in the comfort of your home which is a program and think that this is the perfect visual testing and prevention, flea and include home visits and home makes sure your pet’s last focused on combating pet representation, helping to tell the story tick prevention, microchips, Euthanasia. moments are as comfortable overpopulation in Holly and of Holly’s connection to the circus,” toenail trims, anal gland Home visits allow fearful and stress free as possible.” neighboring communities Golden said. expressions and medical care pets to receive the care they Pawsitive Care also by offering sponsored spay for uncomplicated conditions need without the anxiety operates a nonprofit animal like ear infections, skin sometimes felt in a clinical rescue — Pawsitive Cause, (female) and neuter (male) sterilizations for free. Anyone REHAB PROJECT problems, eye trouble and setting. This also allows which is devoted to working Continued from Page 3A stomach upsets. elderly pet owners to seek toward a world where all interested in utilizing the free The project has been approved by the To keep their care care for their furry friends animals have a home. The service or donating may Michigan Department of Transporta- nonprofit provides foster affordable, there is no exam without having to visit a contact the clinic. tion (MDOT) to receive S/TIP (State homes and medical care fee for wellness visits that clinic. Pawsitive Care Affordable Transportation Improvement Pro- include preventative health Home Euthanasia allows while animals are in pursuit gram) funding in 2020 in the amount services. This creates an pets to have their final of their forever home. Pet Clinic is at 611 N. of $351,578, with the city’s matching instant savings for clients moments in a familiar place, Adoptable pets can be Saginaw St., Holly. Hours of about $45. In addition like under a favorite tree viewed by visiting PetFinder. are (Monday) 10 a.m. to 7 funds of $159,354 for a total S/TIP budget of $510,932. to no exam fee, products or in front of the fireplace, com. Donations to Pawsitive p.m., (Wednesday) 10 a.m. to and services are affordably surrounded by family. Cause, including pet food, “The city’s total estimated project 4 p.m., (Thursday) 10 a.m. to cost is $350,500, which includes en- priced. Vaccinations range “We are passionately linens, cleaning supplies 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 from $20 to $40 depending dedicated to alleviating the are appreciated. Volunteers gineering and geotechnical services,” p.m. Tuesday and Friday by on the type. Bloodwork starts stress that can arise when a (and foster families) are also said Dan Brisson, interim Public Works at $65. Minor illness exams pet’s last moments are spent welcomed. appointment only. For more director. “Total project cost is estimated are offered for $40. The at a veterinary clinic,” Dr. The clinic also recently information, please call 248- at $870,000.” clinic does not offer X-rays Hotchkiss said. “Euthanasia launched “Spay-it-Forward,” 587-PAWS (7297). A start date for the project has not — PAID AVERTISEMENT — yet been determined. myfenton.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, September 15, 2019 9A September is Suicide Prevention Month nLook for signs, find the activities, such as talking with the who have been affected by suicide. Crisis resources Genesee Health System Mobile Mental Help these individuals connect with If you or someone you know is in right resources, reach out Health Unit. resources if they need help. an emergency, call 911 immediately. for help Other activities include a Mind, Sources: nami.org, 2016 National Vital If you are in crisis or are experi- Body and Soul Stop with a drum circle Statistics System data, Centers for Disease encing difficult or suicidal thoughts, By Hannah Ball Control and Prevention and yoga demonstrations; a Make call the National Suicide Hotline at September is National Suicide Pre- and Take Art Stop sponsored by Mott 1-800-273 TALK (8255). vention Awareness Month. Warning signs of suicide Children’s Health Center; a Veteran • Increased alcohol and drug use If you’re uncomfortable talking It’s a time to share resources in an Stop with a 22 push-up challenge; and effort to educate and “shed light on this • Aggressive behavior on the phone, you can text NAMI Suicide Awareness One Mile Sidewalk • Withdrawal from friends, family and to 741-741 to be connected to a free, highly taboo and stigmatized topic,” Stroll. according to the National Alliance on community trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Mental Illness (NAMI). • Dramatic mood swings Text Line. Suicide statistics and demographics • Impulsive or reckless behavior Source: nami.org In 2016, nearly 45,000 Americans The majority of suicide victims are age 10 or older died by suicide. 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“Michigan Politics, Huh?” I’m also Howell and about 12 years at The host of the bi-weekly Facebook Live Flint Journal. But I was ready for a show, Monday Morning Live. change when I took a buyout offer at MEET What motivated you to become a The Journal in 2009 and have thor- stand-up comedian? oughly enjoyed working as a public I’ve always loved stand-up com- relations official, first with the Flint edy. About two years ago, my wife, Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Matt Katie, and I attended and now with the an amateur comedy …make a goal, Michigan Municipal Bach show in Grand Blanc then a plan, then League. I’ll be cel- where the audience ebrating my 10th year • Public relations director ‘‘ votes for the come- do it. Don’t let at the League this • Stand-up comedian dians and I came yourself fail, and November. • Former journalist away from that show What do you like saying, ‘I’d like to try don’t make excus- to do in your spare By Vera Hogan that.’ So, a few weeks es for why you’re time? Matt Bach, 50, of Mundy Town- later I went to an open I’m a huge movie ship is the director of communica- mic comedy night going to fail. fan and make a point tions for the Michigan Municipal and got hooked. My to see as many of the League (MML), a nonprofit organi- goal is to do 100 shows and I’m cur- Oscar-nominated’’ films as I can each zation that represents Michigan’s rently at 82 shows. year. I have a goal to see 365 movies cities, villages and urban town- Name some of the places you in 365 days each year, but always Submitted photo ships. A former journalist, Bach is have performed. fall way short of that. We do love to also now a stand-up comedian who I mostly do Genesee County-area travel and visit places we haven’t has also appeared in Fenton Village and the village of Holly, are among shows, but have performed through- experienced before in Michigan. Players productions on and off for some of our most active and en- out the state, including at Mark Rid- I’m also an avid runner and com- 15 years. He is on the Mundy Town- gaged member communities. I ley’s Comedy Castle in Royal Oak, pleted four marathons last year. But ship Board of Trustees. oversee all communications of the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase, and I pushed running too hard and had organization, including media rela- Dr. Grin’s in Grand Rapids. Next, I’ll a series of injuries that now keep me What are some of your responsi- tions, member outreach, our social be hosting the Laugh Your Tail Off limited to shorter distances. I’m also bilities with the MML? media and website, mml.org. In this Comedy Fundraiser for the Thomp- a member of the Mundy Township The cities of Fenton and Linden, role, I also host the regular podcast, son Road Regional Dog Park in Fen- Board of Trustees and past member ton Township. The fundraiser is 5-8 of the Mundy Township Planning Friday, October 11 | 5-9pm p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, at Legend’s Commission and Genesee County Bar & Grill off Thompson Road. It’s Metropolitan Alliance. Save the for a great cause and I’m excited to How has becoming a grandfather do it. changed your life? Witches Can you describe your humor? Being grandparents has changed Date! I’d say it’s observational humor our lives in so many ways. Our and a lot of personal stuff about my grandson, Emmett, is now 18 AN ADULT FRIENDLY EVENT family. Sometimes there’s even a months and is the true joy of the Help ‘Stuff Night Out little singing involved although I’m a lives for myself and my wife, Katie, the Boot’ terrible singer. Oh, and sometimes I as well as our daughter (Emmett’s and support Fenton talk about poop. mother, Emily). He lives with us in Firefighter Tell us about your involvement Mundy Township so we’re lucky to Charities Grab your friends, with the Fenton Village Players. get to see him a lot. He brings out dress as a good witch, I’ve done shows with the Fenton my silly side and I’m amazed by bad witch or wizard for a Village Players (FVP) on and off for him and all the new things he does, spooktacular night probably 15 or more years. I love learns and says every day. of shopping in FVP and my most fond memories What else do you want people to Historic Downtown Fenton! have been doing shows with my two know? Stroll the merchants for scary kids, Zach, now 25, and Emily, now I want your readers to realize how good sales, prizes and treats. 21. We did “Annie” together many lucky they are to have three amazing years ago when they were 10 and 6 communities and downtowns right and Zach and I more recently were in their backyard in Fenton, Linden Free shopping bag! both in “A Little Murder Never Hurt and Holly. The leaders in these three Available at the Historical Museum Anybody” directed by the amazing communities are fantastic and have while supplies last Sam Di Vita. done an excellent job in fostering SPONSORED BY: Do you regret giving up your ca- and encouraging place making to reer as a journalist? serve their residents. I’ve been to I loved my time as a newspaper communities throughout Michigan reporter which I did for nearly 20 and these three could easily be in- An Independent Firm years at the Daily News in Green- cluded on anyone’s short list for the ville, the Livingston County Press in best towns in the state. myfenton.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, September 15, 2019 11A

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This expanded use now covers student technology devices and more. Seventh annual Shred-It party some expenses related to safety, secu- According to the Genesee County Harris Financial Services, 1115 The following are stories you may rity, and technology. Clerk’s (Election Division) website, N. LeRoy St., Fenton is hosting have missed in the Wednesday, Sinking fund dollars cannot be used the revenue collected in 2020 is ex- its seventh annual Shred-it party, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 11, Midweek Times. To sub- for any operating expenses such as sala- pected to be approximately $765,000. on Saturday, Sept. 28. Do you scribe and receive both the Midweek ries, benefits, or routine maintenance. The Lake Fenton Board of Education and Sunday Weekend editions, voted 4-0 on July 15 to place the sink- have old documents that need In addition, the money cannot be used to be disposed of permanently? please call (810) 629-8282. for textbooks or bus replacement. ing fund on the ballot. They discussed a 1-mill and 1.25-mill new sinking fund If so, go to the Shred-It party “Lake Fenton Community Schools for free document shredding Moving veteran currently has a Sinking Fund that for unforeseeable infrastructure costs, wall moves including technology upgrades. Ac- and enjoy a complementary was approved by voters in 2009 and lunch. Items to avoid: three-ring emotions cording to the minutes of that meeting, expires in 2019,” Williams said. “The binders, hard drives, hard plastic Traveling they decided to ask for 1.25. memorial lists district has used Sinking Fund dol- containers. Acceptable items: 2,661 Michigan lars to complete renovations in three Staples, paper clips, binder veterans who of our buildings, update parking lots, What it will cost clips, paper boxes. RSVP to died in the Vietnam War. replace boilers, replace roofs, replace Taxable value Annual millage (810) 629-4900 so that they have sidewalks, update playgrounds, add $75,000...... $ 93.75 enough refreshments on hand. acoustical treatment to the auditorium, $1.25-million Torrey Road $100,000...... $125.00 Be advised, individuals put rehab will remain a 2022 upgrade lighting systems, replace wa- themselves at risk by throwing $150,000...... $187.50 project ter filtration system at West Shore and out information-sensitive An opportunity to move 2022 the list goes on.” $200,000...... $250.00 documents. These documents funding and project scheduling Due to legislative changes, districts $250,000...... $312.50 need to be disposed of wisely. to 2020 tabled in fairness to can now use sinking fund dollars for $300,000...... $375.00 area businesses. safety, security and technology. If districts choose to include these items Holly coach aided in 9/11 they cannot refer to the sinking fund search and recovery in NYC as a renewal, but must call it a “new” Aluminum Twin Towers attack happened sinking fund, Williams said. Gutter Guard 18 years ago today; Holly For the November election, the coach recalls on-the-ground board is asking voters to approve a Installation experience. 1.25-mill Sinking Fund, which will Starting include the addition of safety, security $ /ft Going once … going twice at 5 City of Fenton puts surplus and technology to the list of eligible vehicles and equipment up for online public auction. HOT LINE CONTINUED For the love of music and RED FLAG LAWS are a violation Don’t sweat it, GUTTER giving of everyone’s civil rights. They are CLEANING Barnfest keeps growing; event punishment without proof or a chance you Got A Guy for that! raises nearly 6,500 pounds of to defend one’s action before the court. Starting food. If your ex-spouse decides to ‘get even’ 810-288-3932 at $ for anything they can claim anything 75 Monster storms: ‘They don’t with no proof required. Is this what you come until they come want in your community? nnn Former Holly area and Fenton GUN BANS? NO new law will prevent man talks about Florida gun violence. A person intent upon hurricane fears. violence for some perceived insult will WINDOW always be able to obtain the means for HOUSE Ally Challenge is underway revenge. As a nation with nearly half a CLEANING Opening musical acts announced billion people, you can’t lock up all the 30 windows, WASHING for Ally Challenge concert; Singh, crazies. The way to cut down on violence inside and outside Toms and Cabrera commit to is respect for all people and vigilance. 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NEWS HOT LINE CONTINUED nnn Fake reality TV shows GUN PURCHASES: IF you think BRIEFS that more background checks will n What Not to Wear Houses already bought, The show ran on TLC from 2003 COMPILED BY SHARON STONE prevent illegal gun sales, when did more speed limit signs stop unfinished work and to 2013 as the most popular makeover What you need to know about your speeding? Does a bigger STOP sign show at the time. One person gets a make more people stop? You can’t hidden costs makeover, their wardrobe thrown out drinking water stop human nature and it’s respect Oakland County Water Resources for the law that makes safe drivers. By Hannah Ball and $5,000 for a new one, and advice Commissioner Jim Nash invites That and respect for other people. Reality television is one of the most from hosts Stacy London and Clinton the community to attend “Water nnn popular genres of entertainment, but Kelly. Infrastructure 101,” a discussion I WORKED TWO jobs for years to not all reality TV shows are 100 percent According to eonline.com, people forum at the Holly Township Library, pay off debt and build a nest egg. honest. in a Reddit thread who had been on Never felt like I had to, I wanted 116 N. Saginaw St., Holly, on to. I doubt those working two jobs People who have ap- the show revealed that most of their Thursday, Sept. 19, from 6 to 8 have any impact on employment peared on the following clothes were taken away and p.m. Discussion topics include: numbers. Some people need to shows have reported that given to charity. They do get See • Aging infrastructure find fault with the economy simply what viewers watch on Page 3B the $5,000, but they had to • Oakland County Water Resources because their candidate lost, which TV isn’t always what pay for hair services and is simply ridiculous. in this Commissioner projects happens behind the tailoring. Stacy and Clinton • Home infrastructure — tips to nnn edition for FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES camera. more fake were also accompanied by protect your systems licensed gun dealers to run a a stylist who reportedly did • Water quality and PFOS reality TV background check on anyone who House Hunters most of the styling. (Perfluorooctane Sulfonate) in shows. attempts to purchase a firearm. House Hunters has drinking water However, anyone who fails a • Sewer and flooding background check can fairly easily been airing on HGTV Fixer Upper • Lead and copper purchase a gun from a private seller. since 1999 and is one of This popular show, which has • Employment opportunities nnn the most popular reality TV shows. aired on HGTV for five seasons, shows SINCE WHEN IS securing a The premise is that a couple tours a couple or a single person choose a • Water Residential Assistance border considered ‘extreme?’ I Program (WRAP) bet you have a fence around your three houses before choosing which house around Waco, Texas. Chip and • Public concerns, Q & A and property. one to buy. Joanna Gaines renovate the house. In feedback However, it came out in 2012 that this show, most of the homeowners most of the people on the show have have already bought the house and the already bought or at least picked out “touring” was fake. which house they want before agreeing Reportedly, none of the furniture to be on the show. One of the people Joanna places in the house for the big who was featured on “House Hunters” reveal is included in the budget, so revealed this, causing controversy. homeowners only keep it if they want HGTV released a statement to EW to pay for it. Not all of the rooms are at the time, which stated that they spe- redone either. cifically chose couples who were far along in the home buying process to Love It or List It maximize production time. 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Business people on the show were forced to accounts do not qualify. record both potential endings and the producers chose which ending they Serving the Greater Flint Area Since 1951 liked best, even if it was the wrong Federally Insured by NCUA ending. Source: eonline.com, myfenton.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, September 15, 2019 15A MILLAGE rejected a proposal to renew the cur- ton High School, $207,000; AGS Middle Continued from Front Page rent sinking fund for another 10 years School, $54,000; K-5 schools, $50,000 .8999 mills being levied for another three and more than double the mills property to $60,000, and the Ellen Street campus, years (2020, 2021 and 2022). The current owners are paying now to 2.25. The pro- $61,000. sinking fund millage expires on Dec. 31. posal failed by 1,543 “no” votes to 828 If approved, revenue collected in “yes” votes. What it will cost After the August fail, Hartley said, 2020 is expected to be approximately If the voters renew the current sinking $820,000. the result of the vote prompted school fund for another three years at .8999 mills, Superintendent Adam Hartley said, officials to begin looking at what op- the cost to homeowners will be: “Since the election this August, we tions they have when it comes to funding continue to listen to all of our stake- building repairs and construction along Taxable value Annual millage holders and have gained important with school security. $75,000...... $ 67.49 feedback from both our parents and our Hartley said the average amount of $100,000...... $ 89.99 community members. Sinking Fund dollars spent on each $150,000...... $134.99 “After taking all of the feedback and building in the last three years are: Fen- $200,000...... $179.98 looking forward to the future, the Board of Education approved seeking a renew- al of .899 for three years,” Hartley said. “The Sinking Fund has been critical to our school district and the community as Hear What Former Guests Say About Their a whole for the past 20-plus years and it is important we are able to maintain our safe and quality facilities to attract and WellBridge EPIC Experience retain families. “Everyone cared “The Board decision to renew the for me so much!” current Sinking Fund is based on not “ seeking new HVAC systems for our – WB Grand Blanc buildings and not adding technology and security to the Sinking Fund,” he “I’ve been here multiple times said. “The tax increase in August was to support both HVAC and the technology and I will return again and security upgrades over a 10-year pe- riod.” if needed. It’s wonderful!” By dropping the HVAC and the tech- “ – WB Fenton nology/security areas and seeking a renewal, the school district can ask the community to support its current fund, “I have been here two expiring in December, that is critical to the district. times now, it’s fantastic!” “This can be done without raising taxes, to continue providing safe and – WB Fenton quality learning spaces for our students, “ while allowing many community groups to use the school district’s buildings and WellBridge facilities,” Hartley said. your bridge to recovery and wellness “The decision to go for a three year Sinking Fund is based on the future re- www.thewellbridgegroup.com Everybody was so kind sponsibilities we will have as a school and thoughtful. district to provide robust, progressive WellBridge of Fenton – WB Grand Blanc measures in the areas of instruction- 901 Pine Creek Drive, Fenton, MI 48430 • PHONE: 810.616.4100“ al technology and most importantly, stu- dent safety,” he said. “ The Board of Ed- WellBridge of Grand Blanc ucation and FAPS administration con- tinue to plan for the future in these high 3139 E Baldwin Rd, Grand Blanc, MI 48439 • PHONE: 810.445.5300 need areas. The renewal means we will use the Sinking Fund for exactly what we have used the funds for over the last 20-30 years. That is, buildings and EPIC grounds, facility repairs and upgrades. Excellence ∙Passion∙Innovation∙Care We must take care of what we have.” In August, voters overwhelmingly 16A Sunday, September 15, 2019 WEEKEND TIMES myfenton.com E-CIG According to USA Today, six people and fines of $50 per incident. Athletes HOT LINE CONTINUED Continued from Front Page have died from vaping-related lung incur additional penalties at Lake Fen- nnn At its open house Tuesday, Sept. 10, illnesses. ton High School. KNIVES, CLUBS, HAMMERS, Holly Area Schools (HAS) included a “Vaping” is inhaling the tobacco While suspension could be the rocks, guns, fists, cars, can be presentation from a representative from infused water vapor created by e- penalty for vaping, restorative justice ‘used’ as ‘weapons.’ Statistically, cigarettes. can also be used to guns are most often used as the Michigan Department of Health and a deterrent to intimidate, not a Human Services (MDHHS) to speak to According to Hop- There is no make sure the student weapon to injure or kill, and for students and parents about the dangers kinsmedicine.org, it’s learns, but is back in sporting activities and collecting. of vaping. healthier than tradition- doubt that vaping school sooner. “Stu- Taking good private citizens’ al cigarettes, but still ‘‘ dents/parents can opt to Earlier this month, the MDHHS is an issue we legal guns wouldn’t eliminate bad harmful. E-cigarettes take a vape education people with illegal guns. was directed by Gov. Gretchen Whit- deal with and nnn mer to ban the sale of flavored vaping like those made by course to reduce that I CAN’T WAIT for Halloween. I products. Juul Labs, Inc. accept my hope is that suspension, lessening love all of the decorations. Just this week, the Trump admin- cartridges, which can recent reports of the time spent out of the nnn be menthol, mint or classroom,” said Darin I SEE THAT Governor Whitmer’s istration announced a similar plan by health problems ban on flavored e-vaping has the Food and Drug Administration a multitude of other Dreasky, Linden High caught on in Washington. Even (FDA) to also ban most flavored vaping fruity flavors. help detour School principal. Trump is supporting a ban. I guess products due to health concerns, and an These flavors are what Discouraging vap- the Republicans will be supporting are banned by the Whit- students from ing is woven into many increase in teen e-cigarette use. her efforts now. mer administration. making this activities at FAPS. nnn According to the National Institute Lake Fenton High Signs are posted, and NOT EVERYONE HAS access on Drug Abuse, teens are more likely choice. School Principal Chris employees are on the to a gun. There are restrictions. to vape than to smoke traditional ciga- Chris Belcher There are logical and legitimate Belcher said, “I was Lake Fenton High lookout for vaping in purposes for AR-15 style guns rettes. Of high school seniors, 37.2 per- very pleased to see the School principal’’ the restrooms and dur- (hunting, sport shooting, home cent reported “any use” in the past 12 ‘fruity’ flavored vapes ing lunch hours at the defense). Most gun crimes take months according to December 2018 get banned and I do believe that will schools. It’s a subject in physical educa- place with handguns. The problem numbers, compared to 27.8 percent in with taking guns away is that you have a positive impact.” tion and curriculum on substances, and are taking guns away from legal, 2017. Teen e-cigarette users are also Flavored or not, e-cigarettes, like what it does to young people. responsible gun owners. more likely to start smoking traditional regular cigarettes and all tobacco prod- Even law enforcement such as the cigarettes. ucts are not allowed at local schools. Michigan State Police educate students All local districts have their own and their parents at Lake Fenton High policies for deterring and punishing the School. FREE Hospice/Dementia Seminar use to e-cigarettes on campus. Fenton schools report 12 to 33 in- One school in Alabama was made stances of vaping per year. September 21, 2019 • 9:00 am-12:30 pm famous by the controversial policy to Lake Fenton and Linden weren’t Fenton United Methodist Church • 119 S. Leroy St., Fenton remove the doors from its bathroom able to provide hard numbers. “There stalls. All the local schools that re- is no doubt that vaping is an issue we sponded said they would not consider deal with and my hope is that recent Fenton Hosted By: United Methodist Church such a tactic for discouraging vaping. reports of health problems help detour Rumors were circulating that an area students from making this choice,” WHO SHOULD ATTEND? school district, possibly Byron Area Belcher said. — Caregivers of a loved one with memory impairments Schools (BAS), had removed bathroom The good news is that regular smok- stall doors to deter vaping in rest- ing and opioid use are down, according — Those desiring information about end of life care rooms. Byron High School Principal to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Mark Dobson said the school has not “Vaping is a serious health threat WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: removed restroom stall doors. Tricia and disruptive element in our schools,” WHAT HOSPICE REALLY IS DEMENTIA VS. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE Murphy-Alderman, superintendent of said HAS Superintendent Scott Roper. • Facts vs. Myths • What’s the difference BAS, said she hadn’t heard the rumor He said students caught vaping or in • How knowledge before • Symptoms about the high school stalls, but sug- possession of vaping devices will im- decision making is ever • How to GET ACCURATE diagnosis gested they may have been removed mediately be suspended with possible needed can reduce • Best communication Techniques with Demen- emotional stress tia individual temporarily while the partitions were expulsion for a repeat offense. • Financial Coverage • When to know professional care is needed replaced. She is in support of the ban. Lessening a punishment by taking • Importance of care for caregiver Fenton Area Public Schools (FAPS) an online course on vaping is also an • Financial Resources punishments include suspension time option in Holly. Presented By: Presented By: Kim Cox, LBSW, Kelly Steffey, RN, BS, Hospice Administrator, CDCM, CDCT The Medical Team Hospice (Certified Dementia Care Manager & Trainer) RSVP Registration due by Septemper 18 Call Fenton United Methodist Office with number attending 810-629-2132 myfenton.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, September 15, 2019 17A FALL COLORS Week of Oct. 5 — Continued from Front Page peak season in the U.P. BUSINESS “It allows the trees to hold onto their The entire Upper Peninsula, as the leaves long enough for a strong color well as the Straits of Mackinac area, BRIEFS showing. When you have a dry fall, will be at peak foliage. The upper por- leaves just dry up and fall off the trees.” tion of the Lower Peninsula, north of COMPILED BY SHARON STONE Cadillac and Manistee, will be at near Although the scientific concept McLaren Flint and Karmanos of how leaves change color is fairly peak. The rest of the state remains at partial foliage. Cancer Institute invite area simple, predicting residents to celebrate when it will happen Its ‘Healing Through Art Week of Oct. 12 — is far from an exact n Peak fall color Exhibition’ McLaren Flint and science. might be com- peak for northern Lower Peninsula The U.P. is past peak and the lower Karmanos Cancer Institute The major factors ing to Michigan invite the public to attend a free impacting peak fall a few days portion of the state is nearing peak. earlier than event celebrating the opening are sunlight, precipi- reception of their Healing usual, because Week of Oct. 19 — tation, soil moisture of early season Through Art exhibition. The and temperature. cooler tempera- peak for lower Michigan reception will be held Sept. If you didn’t make it up north for the Although this tures. 27, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at the turning of the leaves, you can just stay fall’s weather fore- Flint Institute of Arts Art School, cast is anybody’s guess, one thing is home and enjoy the color show from 1120 E. Kearsley St., Flint. The certain — the strength and length of Metro Detroit all the way up to the West one-of-a-kind exhibition of local Michigan’s fall color show depends on Branch area. artists touched by cancer will a “normal fall” with temperatures in the run through Nov. 3. Registration 60s or 70s and some rain, Petts said. Week of Oct. 26 — is requested. Light appetizers “The cooler the weather and the entire state is past peak will be served. Parking is more moisture we have, the longer Nearly the entire state is past peak at available on the south side we’ll have our fall colors,” he added. this point unless you’re planning a visit of the building. RSVP by Sept. “It’s got to be cool enough to keep the to the New Buffalo area. This tiny por- 16 by calling (810) 342-4206 or fall color developing but warm enough tion of the Lower Peninsula (near the emailing [email protected]. to not be freezing.” Indiana border) will be at peak season This week’s Indian summer tem- for this week. peratures might slow down the color progression that has already begun to Fall color tour tip: It’s better to be start in the Upper Peninsula and tip of a few days late in your fall color tour the northern Lower Peninsula. than a few days early. If you show up late, there will still be plenty of color. If you come early, peak color might Here’s a sneak peek at not have arrived yet. possible fall color dates: Source: Freep.com

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® Spencer on his way to LA for fight No. 9 By David Troppens once again. With each bout of his professional career Joey Spencer will be facing his first unbeat- Spencer has seen many aspects of his career el- en opponent of his professional career on evated. network television as a part of the card on During his second year as a professional box- what could be the biggest professional box- er, Spencer has seen the number of rounds of his ing match of the year — the Errol Spence fights increase from three to six. His opponents Jr. vs. Shawn Porter — to unify the wel- have gotten stronger as well with each of those terweight championship of the world. bouts being on network television. “It feels great,” Spencer said. And now, as he prepares for his ninth profes- CONTINUED AT sional bout, all of those things have been elevated MYFENTON.COM SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2019 | PAGE 20A | MYFENTON.COM/SPORTS

Joey Fenton’s Lydia Podlesak attacks a ball Spencer during a recent contest. Fenton defeated Sports Kearsley in three sets. Photo: Mark Bolen Tigers crush Linden soccer soars vs. Bronchos, 7-0 Kearsley in By David Troppens many promising scoring attempts. Linden — The Linden var- However, as the first half evolved, three sets sity boys soccer team is starting to the Eagles timed it perfect, result- By David Troppens peak. ing in quality scoring chance after The Fenton varsity volleyball team An early season Metro League quality scoring chance. rebounded from its loss earlier in the loss put Linden behind the lead- The Eagles scored on their third week against the Holly Bronchos ers early, but the Eagles have now shot of the game when Alex Smith with a resounding Metro League win rattled off four straight victories. broke the offside trap and scored against Kearsley. The fourth of these wins was on a breakaway from about 10 Fenton smacked the Hornets, beat- a pretty impressive 7-0 win at yards out with 35:11 left in the ing them 25-4, 25-14, 25-5. home against the Holly Bronchos opening half. “This was a great night for the en- Wednesday. The Eagles were held scoreless tire program which was led by senior The game was called early in the for almost the next 10 minutes Abby Sizemore. She anchored the de- second half due to weather prob- before another breakway goal by fense all night,” Fenton varsity volley- lems, but by that time the game’s Smith made it 2-0. Aiden Miller ball coach Meghan Polce said. “The results were well established. Lin- assisted the goal. And then just highlight of the night was watching den’s offense drove Holly’s de- 27 seconds later, Ryan Gillespie the future of the Fenton varsity — the fense nuts all night long. attempted a shot. It was saved by underclassmen — get a chance to see At first, Holly’s offside trap Holly keeper Mitchell Tiell, but the Holly’s Jayden McDougal (left) and Linden’s Tyler the floor. forced the Eagles to be offside on See LINDEN on 21A Light battle for a ball. Photo: David Troppens CONTINUED AT MYFENTON.COM

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LINDEN Continued from DIRT. DUST. TRACKING. Page 20A rebound came to Miller who scored on his shot Get Rid Of from about five yards out. Linden led 3-0. Holly had one shot on It NOW! net minutes after Linden’s third goal, but the Eagles made it 4-0 about five min- FREE Blacktop Driveways ESTIMATES utes later. This time Miller (10’x70’) Commercial • Residential assisted a goal by Hunter Hall. Hall took the pass, pre-season special dribbled downfield and scored. By then it was ap- parent the Eagles weren’t Linden’s Aaron Whitted (right) and Holly’s Jayden $ going to be stopped, and McDougal collide during the Eagles’ 7-0 victory. they weren’t. Photo: David Troppens 1750 Linden got goals by SERVING THE Brandon Davis, Gillespie and Aaron quickly and when they pulled the off- Call Robert at AREA FOR OVER Whitted by halftime, making it a 7-0 side trap we had to break them down 25 YEARS lead at the break. Miller had three as- with a pass and get them that way,” (810) sists while Gillespie provided two and Linden varsity boys soccer coach Kevin 750-9760 Davis one. Ian Downarowicz earned the Fiebernitz said. “The boys are playing a or 800-297-0688 shutout in net. lot better of late. The scoring has been ASPHALT, The Eagles (8-2-1 overall) have out- distributed around and the play has got- D.O.W. scored their last four Metro foes 21-2. ten a lot better.” FLINT Inc. “Our kids wanted to go right away CONTINUED AT MYFENTON.COM 22A Sunday, September 15, 2019 WEEKEND TIMES / SPORTS myfenton.com Holly tennis collects Devils earn first historical Metro win dominating wins vs. By David Troppens Kearsley, Owosso Lake Fenton — The Lake Fenton Lake Fenton’s Sydney Johnson varsity volleyball team made some his- makes a diving dig during the Holly’s varsity boys tennis team is tory in its home gym Thursday night. Blue Devils’ victory against starting to put together a few wins again. The Metro League newbies collected Owosso. Photo: Christopher Summers The Bronchos posted their most lop- their first league victory in varsity vol- sided victory of the Metro League sea- leyball history during the Blue Devils’ son on Tuesday, crushing Kearsley 8-0. dominating 25-22, 23-25, 25-16, 25-15 Holly followed that victory up with just victory against the Owosso Trojans. as lopsided a victory against Owosso, “I think it’s awesome,” senior Mor- earning an 8-0 win, Thursday. gan DeRidder said. “It’s the first one of The Hornets not only lost all eight my senior year and it’s a great feeling.” flights, but they were unable to earn “It feels awesome,” Lake Fenton even a set victory. None of the sets in the varsity volleyball coach Allison von match were any worse than a 6-3 score, Daggenhausen said. “It feels really with each Holly flight earning at least good. We’ve struggled the past few one 6-0 set victory during their match. weeks. We are a super young team. The doubles teams were particularly We have a bunch of sophomores and a impressive with all four earning 6-0, 6-0 freshman on our team, and it’s just all victories. The winning teams were Mat- about learning to play with each other thew Moller and Quinten Monty at No. and play as a team. I think we are finally 1 doubles, Wyatt Caldwell and Jake Dis- coming together with that. I think to- tel at No. 2 doubles, Parker Monty and night shows that.” Garrett Reid at No. 3 doubles and Drew The contest didn’t start as a dominat- Hignite and Cameron McAninch at No. ing performance for the Blue Devils. In 4 doubles. fact, the two squads found themselves CONTINUED AT MYFENTON.COM in a tight competitive battle for the first

The SPRING/SUMMER Issue Of two sets. opening set until the Trojans had a viola- In the first set the lead changed hands tion. That gave DeRidder the final three four times with neither squad taking service points, earning the Blue Devils more than a three-point lead. The final the 25-22 lead. lead change came after Owosso suffered In the second set, Owosso gradually a service error, tying the game at 19-all. took a lead. A Lake Fenton service error Lake Fenton followed with a Cassie gave Owosso a 24-20 lead late. How- Lipinski kill and a Bailey Wilson service ever, the Blue Devils made a final run. ace, giving the Blue Devils a 21-19 lead. CONTINUED AT On Newsstands Now! Owosso still only trailed 22-21 in the MYFENTON.COM

EDITOR’S MEMO Pet experts on land Pitching in and at sea for Pets FREE attended my first animal fundraising event, long before I had an animal. My boss at the I time (a huge animal lover) offered to buy a co-worker and me tickets to a Humane Society 2019 gala. We loved any excuse to dress up and see STORY AND PHOTOS BY ALEX PETRIE Spring/ cute dogs, so we jumped at the chance. It was Summer a great night, but I didn’t give it much thought or decades, Moby Dick Pet 50 afterwards. Store has been the go-to 2019 PURRR-FECT WORLD involved in the pet business Fast forward a few years. My husband Matt Fdestination for pet owners and I were thinking about getting a dog, but we – not just because of their since his teenage years and didn’t know what type of dog to get or where extensive selection and hard-to- has been at Moby Dick's since to get a dog. Suddenly, news broke of a dog find animals and pet supplies, 1999. And Amber, who is Moby Cats Abroadbut because of their unmatched Dick's Freshwater Department expertise and know-how Manager, has been with the BY ADAM FITZGERALD regarding all things pet-related. store since 1995. Similarly, DIY projects Matt and Yeti enjoy a summer treat. Their philosophy has always Saltwater Dept. Manager Phil so that I took for granted all that the Humane been to provide their customers has been with Moby Dick for Society did for Yeti before we adopted him. They oving abroad was never with healthy pets along with the 12 years; Dry Goods Manager for pet lovers had cleaned him, trimmed him, given him his necessary knowledge to keep Dave for 10 years; and Reptile & going to be easy. My “We started out helping people that are now first round of medications and shots, netured Mwife and I prepared those pets healthy. Small Animal Manager Ryan for Easy, fun ideas you Fundraising him and chipped him, not to mention all of the for the challenges as best Owned by Rich and Karen 7 years. grandparents, then we served their kids, and love they gave him. They sent him home with we could. One of the biggest Serfass since 1983, Moby Dick “Our knowledge is what now we’re serving the grandkids of our original can make for a dog food and (sensing my nervousness) gave me a challenges? Moving overseas Pet Store was originally about makes us stand out,” said for our furry tip sheet on how to care for our rescue pet. from Michigan to Scotland… a quarter of the size it is now, Rich. “Our employees are all customers. Which is really cool." I am forever thankful for what the Humane with cats. Marcellus is our having been updated, renovated hobbyists, and we’re really or cat in need Society did for our Yeti and has done for so chubby black bear of a cat, and expanded several times into what we do. We’re not — Moby Dick co-owner Rich Serfass many animals throughout history. And it’s not Kiara is our sweet-hearted friends The first Caswell family of three photo. since the couple first took the just working here for a job. baby chicks, ducklings and just the Humane Society. There are shelters and little tigress. reins. Rich has been in the We do this because we love turkeys for the homestead, 4-H Ice cream – Matt and Yeti enjoy a summer treat Fall is coming hoard on the west side of the state. Reports rescues all over the world doing amazing things After 48 hours of non-stop pet business for his entire life, it. Everybody that works here Mom_Yeti – Mom and Yeti on the road. travel last August, we landed projects or just for pets. Now in its fourth decade in A look at area said that rescue workers found about 300 dogs for our furry friends. having started working at a pet has fish or reptiles at home, in Scotland and began to Because of the store’s vast business, Moby Dick continues in a two bedroom house. They were alive, but All of this work, however, comes at a cost. store as a teenager, and later and some of us have both. I selection of animals and That is why fundraising events are vital to these settle in. We stayed outside to gain new customers on events that benefit malnourished, sickly and in desperate need of working with a pet wholesaler, don’t want to use the word supplies, Moby Dick sees organizations. If you’re a pet lover, chances the city for our first month, a regular basis, while also Extend the life homes. It was soon determined that because importer, exporter and in ‘expert,’ because we’re always because one of the biggest art people looking for a widely serving some of their original shelters, dog parks there were so many dogs in need, Humane are you participate in at least one animal breeding as well. He has made festivals in the world happens still learning, but we know our varied spectrum of items and customers and regulars. Society locations across the state would each it his life’s work, and he has the and more in Edinburgh every August – stuff.” creatures. “We’re actually now serving pitch in. When we found out that our Humane knowledge to match his lifelong the Fringe Festival. Moby Dick Pet Store sells “We have quite a variety of our third generation of Society (the same one I had attended the gala experience. Because of this, fish, plants, reptiles and customers, and we get the peo customers,” said Rich. “We for just a few years earlier) was getting some of he makes it a point to ensure invertebrates from around the ple that are looking for specific started out helping people that the dogs, we knew we had to meet them. Our Mom and Yeti on the road. that each of his employees are world, including the common things, whether that’s a certain- are now grandparents, then Yeti was one of those dogs. well-versed and informed in species as well as the not-so- Living in the Pentlands animal or reptile or fish, or we served their kids, and now Adopting a sick, scared, three month old fundraising event a year. In our Spring/ Summer their particular departments, common. The store’s breeding they’re looking for certain things we’re serving the grandkids of puppy who had just been rescued from a issue we take a look at just a few of those was wonderful because and that’s what sets Moby Dick facilities are now beginning to for their pets,” Rich said. “When horrible situation was overwhelming. So much our original customers. Which events happening in our community. We also wouldn’t worry about Marcapart from its competitors. produce many of the rarer types these big box stores started is really cool.” speak to the dedicated people who make them our cats were able to coming back. But once uponMany of the store’s employees of fish and invertebrates, and moving in and offering dog food of your furnace! For more information about I am forever thankful for happen. From formal events, to golf outings to meet an entire farm full a time, Marcellus disappearedhave been withMarcellus the business contained, andwill continue to grow in size to cheaper than I could even buy Moby Dick Pet Store, including what the Humane Society 5ks and more, it’s amazing to see what animal in Lapeer and didn’t comefor several years,even though including Kiara can hopaccomplish their goals. Many it, we got out of the dog and cat a full inventory of pets and lovers do for pets in need. of animals, including back for about five weeks,Rich’s brother,the wall,General she Manager doesn’t go of far the store’s reptiles are bred business almost completely, supplies, visit their website at TO DO did for our Yeti and has This issue also includes features on a cat chickens, horses, dogs, so we weren’t taking anyGary Serfass,because who has she’s been shy. We feelin captivity, thereby easing the specializing in fish and reptiles www.mobydickpets.com comic strip, Aggie, the tortoise (who is the most chances. We locked Kiara lucky to live here, but wepressure on native populations. instead. It takes a lot of exper done for so many animals them on Facebook or call, like them unique school mascot I’ve ever seen), DIY pet sheep, goats, and coos inside and set out in the often feel luckiest becauseAlso, we during the spring and tise to keep those pets, so we at 248-673-2520. Meet Aggiethroughout history. projects and much more. 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