Linden receives milestone award nMayor accepts background, dignitaries stone Award from the His- Linden Mayor Danielle 150th birthday and Linden officials spoke torical Society of Michigan Cusson (right) accepts at the Saturday, July 17 (HSM) to commemorate the Michigan Milestone plaque at ceremony ceremony to celebrate Lin- the city’s sesquicentennial. Award from Maria Elena at Linden Gazebo den’s 150th birthday. Cusson said Michigan Rodriguez, a representative By Hannah Ball Standing in the newly approved the articles of in- of the Historical Society of Linden — With the sun renovated gazebo, Linden corporation for the village Michigan, on Saturday, July shining and the Shiawas- Mayor Danielle Cusson ac- of Linden on March 2, 1871. 17 to commemorate Linden’s see River flowing in the cepted the Michigan Mile- See AWARD on 8 sesquicentennial. Photo: Hannah Ball

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Fundraising Police seek masked Linden’s River Fest home intruder with efforts continue red clown nose n Circuit court judge grants nDetectives investigate stay for dogs in rehabilitation daytime home invasion program at The Devoted Barn By Sharon Stone By Sharon Stone The Argentine Township Police The Oakland County judge Department is investigating a overseeing Rose Township’s home invasion, which occurred lawsuit against The Devoted Barn Saturday, July 10 at a home in granted a stay June 23 for the See INTRUDER on 8 See DEVOTED FARM on 6 Bicycle theft incident leads to arrest of armed felon nFenton cop spots suspect at nearby restaurant One of the nineteen contestants climbs into his cardboard boat during the regatta By Sharon Stone at River Fest, organized by Keepers of the Shiawassee, on Saturday, July 17 in The Devoted Barn founder Melissa Within an hour, two stolen bicycles Linden at the Mill Pond. First place was Coltin Bugg, 11, second place was Adam Borden holds Doodle, who needed were located and returned to two boys Keranen, 9, and third place was Cole Sawatzki. The weekend was filled with river who had leaned them against the side leg surgery. Submitted photo activities, live music, food trucks and more. See story on Page 3. Photo: Hannah Ball See FELON on 5

Wow, the Fenton Village Happy 150th So the post office is Players have outdone them- Linden. What asking for a rate increase selves.‘‘ Their production of a‘‘ wonderful effective‘‘ in August? How ‘Something Rotten,’ a musical ceremony to kick about no Sunday deliv- comedy, is entertaining, funny off Linden’s 150th ery? That should save and performed by very talented Anniversary. It is money. Why do we need people. You must pay atten- just too bad that more of the Sunday delivery anyway?” tion to enjoy the one-liners and younger generation couldn’t facial expressions. Even if you take the time to bring their don’t like musicals, you should families to this momentous enjoy this one. I sure did.” occasion.” 2 Wednesday, July 21, 2021 MIDWEEK TIMES myfenton.com

Mark McCabe 67th District Court Ask the Shots fired nFenton police arrest two men for shooting multiple judge guns near S. Long Lake Road By Sharon Stone The right of confrontation A fundamental right that a A 30-year-old Swartz Creek man defendant has in a criminal case is and a 32-year-old Fenton man are contained in the Sixth Amendment facing multiple felonies after their to the United States Constitution, arrests Saturday, July 17. They which provides that “in all criminal have not yet been arraigned. prosecutions the accused shall enjoy Lt. Jeff Cross of the Fenton Attendees of the Open Gate Garden Club’s 2021 Garden Tour will be stopping the right to be confronted with the Police Department said at 11:25 at these two gardens, designed and tended to by local residents. Submitted photos witnesses against him.” p.m., July 17, officers responded This is commonly referred to as to the 2400 block of S. Long Lake the “Confrontation Clause” and Road near Swanee Beach Drive for ‘Celebrate the Joy of Horticulture’ guarantees that a defendant has the a report of shots fired. n a pot and plant a seed to take home to The responding officer made Open Gate Garden right to the cross-examination of nurture. contact with the complainant who any prosecution witnesses to test the Club’s 2021 Garden Tour On the same day, Forgotten Harvest pointed to the direction of where the truthfulness of their testimony and to Farm is holding an Open House for those shots fired came from. The officer is set for Sunday, July 25 show any bias. interested in learning more about their approached the area and observed By Sharon Stone This amendment was ratified mission of growing and distributing food two males sitting in a Chrysler mini- Community members of all ages are by Congress in 1791 because of for families in need. Tour attendees will van. When the officer made contact invited to attend the 2021 Garden Tour, the universal condemnation of the find more information about this open with the individuals in the van, he hosted by the Open Gate Garden Club inquisitorial methods of the Star house on their tour ticket. observed several firearms on the from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, Chamber in England which did not floorboard and rear seat in the van. Sunday, July 25. provide such safeguards. TICKETS See SHOTS on 7 The light-hearted theme this year is See JUDGE on 14 Tickets bought in advance are $8 “Celebrate the Joy of Horticulture — each. Children 12 and under are free Wings Welcome!” Children of all ages with paying adult. Tickets will list the (1-99-plus) are encouraged to wear their locations and provide information wings (and antennae) for extra smiles as about each tour stop. Tickets are they make their way along the stops. available from the following merchants: This tour showcases the diverse • Gerych’s Distinctive Flowers and Certified blind repair & cleaning specialists! gardening opportunities available with Gifts, 713 Silver Lake Rd, Fenton woodlands, farmland, rivers, and lakes — • Yard ‘N Garden Center and Florist, all within minutes of downtown Fenton, 603 W Silver Lake Rd, Fenton DRAPERY • BLINDS • CURTAINS brimming with parks, award-winning • Bordine’s of Grand Blanc, 9100 Take Down & Rehang, Clean & Repair streetscapes, tranquil neighborhoods and Torrey Rd, Grand Blanc unique shops and restaurants. Tickets on Tour Day are $10 each •COMFORTERS •PPE - medical scrubs, lab coats, uniforms This event is a merging of local heart and are available only at AJ Phillips DRAPERY • BLINDS • CURTAINS and spirit. Museum, 310 S. LeRoy St., Fenton. Take Down & Rehang, Clean & Repair •LEATHER/SHOES - cleaning, repair •ALTERATIONS The tour begins at the Fenton Butterfly Call for About the Open Gate Garden Club •WASH, DRY, FOLD Garden with information available on FREE how to grow a home butterfly garden. The Open Gate Garden Club is PICK-UP & Five private gardens will welcome par- in Fenton and currently has 135 members. The club holds monthly DELIVERY ticipants, each exuding their own beauty. meetings featuring a guest speaker Those on the tour will view woodlands who will discuss a variety of garden with natural wildflowers, ponds, garden topics. They also hold an annual art, exotic lilies, dahlias, vegetable gar- Garden Tour in the area. Open Gate dening, an apple orchard, a labyrinth, a Garden Club is a membership club lakeside waterfall and much more. for Fenton and surrounding area The tour includes an additional stop at community members who share a love a Hosta Farm, with some plants for sale, of gardening or admire gardens. and where private tea parties may be Their objectives: scheduled by appointment. A local nurs- • Encourage all phases of home ery is hosting a live community planting gardening for children. • Promote community projects utilizing janscleaners.com Kids with ticket-holding adults also environmental responsibility 810.687.7590 will be given the opportunity to decorate • Inspire a love of nature and beauty myfenton.com MIDWEEK TIMES Wednesday, July 21, 2021 3

HONORING River Fest in Linden a ‘wonderful success’ OUR VETERANS nOrganizer says 4,000 people attended weekend event By Hannah Ball Linden — Thousands of people walked around downtown Linden from July 16-18 to celebrate River Fest and the city’s 150th birthday. The 2020 River Fest was canceled due to the pandemic, and this year’s River Fest and birthday celebration was One more reason to transfer one of the biggest events in the area in 16 months. your pre arrangements to Sharp: Community- Sharp Funeral Homes has been caring for families for over 100 years Brad Jacob, chairperson of Keep- serving generations of Local Families. If you already have funeral ers of the Shiawassee, estimates ap- prearrangements with another funeral home, they can help you move your prearrangement to Sharp Funeral Homes without any additional cost. proximately 4,000 people attended. It Bands perform at River Fest at the newly renovated gazebo, now called the was put on by Linden, Keepers of the Kimble-Sharp Gazebo & Park. Attendants enjoyed the live music, food and nice DONALD LEE Shiawassee and Happening in Linden. weather. Photo: Hannah Ball In 2019, River Fest was in Fenton. It’s JEFFERS been a few years since it took place in Linden, live mu- entire weekend. Linden, Michigan Linden. sic at the gazebo, The real success was Mayor Danielle 1930-2012 “River Fest was a wonderful success and the beer barn seeing so many smiling Cusson said, “I U.S. ARMY this year. Everything went really well. at the VFW Hall ‘‘faces all weekend. was very pleased Thanks to the efforts of the Happen- started the festivi- with how the BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Brad Jacob ing in Linden committee, the city of ties on Friday, and Keepers of the Shiawassee chairperson weekend turned Fenton Chapel Linden, the Keepers of the Shiawas- Saturday was the ’’ out and pleasantly Michael T. Scully, Manager 1000 Silver Lake Rd, Fenton see, and so many local civic groups, Linden Gazebo dedication and plaque surprised with the number of people Toll-Freesharpfuneralhomes.com 1-877-53 SHARP (810) 629-9321 businesses and individuals. The real dedication for the city’s sesquicentenni- who came out for the festivities. I 810-629-9321 success was seeing so many smiling al from the Historical Society of Michi- received so much positive feedback. I To submitThree additional a veteran, locations email in Swartz information Creek, Linden,and Flint/Grand Blanc Township faces all weekend,” he said. gan. The day ended with fireworks. am very proud to be the mayor of this and photo to [email protected] The car cruise at Symphony in Vendors and food trucks were there the See RIVERFEST on 5 All facilities are handicapped accessible.

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and find what I need. I felt safe and welcomed By Editor Sharon Stone Submit Hot lines online at myfenton.com know how important it is at these stores as there or text to 810-771-8398 to keep our locally owned was always an employee All submissions, if approved for publication, must be 50 ith this pandemic going businesses thriving. I know sanitizing shopping carts words or less and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Tri-County Times. We reserve the right on for nearly a year-and- many people shopped and welcoming me with to edit for clarity, length and liability. a-half, we’ve all adjusted online at the local grocery a smile. Sometimes the TO THE PERSON commenting Wour way of life and adapt- stores and pharmacies smile was covered with a about pressure to get vaccinated. I ed to keep our households running during the pandemic to mask, but I could tell by don’t care if you do or don’t. You’re smoothly, or at least attempted to stay socially distant or to their eyes that they were the one who’ll be living on the edge keep things running smoothly. not have to drag their kids Sharon Stone smiling. I appreciate that. as COVID-19 ramps up and becomes Take our local stores and to the store. I understand I love to check out increasingly dangerous. As for the restaurants that stayed open rest of us, we’ll enjoy a reasonably that, however, I chose our little shops that active and normal life with no mask. throughout this whole time. They to always do my own shopping in are owned by local residents. nnn could have closed up shop and sent person. It was a welcome treat to run Throughout the pandemic, they were ASKING FOR A little help. Can all their employees home in their into a friendly employee who was constantly changing what they did to anyone please explain to me just effort to keep everyone safe from obviously grateful for my business. accommodate state mandates while exactly what our state Rep. Mike the virus. A few places did, but I am grateful to one female clerk dealing with low inventory on some Mueller has done, especially in response to COVID-19? most did not. It has been stressful at Walgreens on Silver Lake Road items, late deliveries because drivers nnn on everyone. As part owner of the in Fenton. I don’t know her name. It were sick, employees who had to STRAIGHT OUT OF the Engler Sears Hometown Store, I hear the didn’t matter what day it was. She quarantine and customers who were playbook, Whitmer used her challenges of serving anxious and would welcome me, and every other frustrated when they couldn’t find what authority to borrow $800 million for nervous customers. As editor of the shopper into her store with a smile they wanted to buy. I have grown to road repairs. The loan will generate Times, I hear from our readers on a and ask if there was anything she appreciate all of these shop owners even $565 million in interest. That’s half daily basis via the Hot lines. I can a billion in tax dollars going to could do. If I browsed the cosmetic more now and will continue to shop in investors, not roads. feel the stress and anxiety as well aisle, she’d make sure I knew the person. When I visit these businesses, I nnn as the hope and optimism that we specials and would hand me coupons hear local chatter, get story ideas when PEOPLE THINK THAT those of us will all emerge out of this pandemic so that I’d save money. I least expect it and find out what really who are anti-mask and anti-non- kinder and wiser. For groceries, because of where concerns the people in the tri-county FDA approved vaccine and question Shopping has always been fun I live, I either go to either VG’s in area. everything are crazy. We think you’re for me. While I do shop online just the crazy ones for questioning Fenton or Alpine Marketplace in To all the shop owners, store nothing. a little bit, I only do that when I Linden. I’d often stop at Target to clerks, restaurant hosts and servers, nnn cannot run to the neighborhood store pick up an item or 20 too. I always you are appreciated.

Compiled by Hannah Ball, staff reporter Question asked to Tri-County Times’ Facebook followers What was your first pet? street talk

“Grew up on a small farm but the “A cat, her name was Timone, “My first pet would have been a “A collie. My dad, father of eight, usual dogs, barn cats and we had named after The Lion King Movie. horse for sure. They say get your brought home a beautiful collie. I licensed raccoons and skunks, and My mother Margaret gave her to kids into horses and they will never couldn’t believe my mother agreed to we have a skunk now too. They me.” have the money for drugs — truth!” it so I asked my dad how he con- were some of my earliest pets.’ vinced mom. He said, ‘I told her she would never have to do a thing for the dog,’ He had eight kids to do that, one for each day of the week and one to spare. In our entire childhood, we Carrie Bard Ann Rogulsky Bronwyn Kershaw always had a collie. Smart move, dad.” Fenton Fenton Gaines Judy Crimando, Fenton myfenton.com MIDWEEK TIMES Wednesday, July 21, 2021 5 RIVER FEST happy with the outcome and showcas- ing Linden. Continued from Page 3 “The event was very well attended. amazing city. Our city staff and volun- The activities on the river were a great teers put so much time into this event and the city of Linden looked great.” success. My favorite was the dedication The Keepers of the Shiawassee put of the new Kimble-Sharp Gazebo as we on the annual cardboard regatta, and kicked off the celebration of 150 years 19 children participated. Kids made tie of Linden. Such a beautiful setting on dye shirts at the Linden Presbyterian the banks of the Shiawassee River. It Church and enjoyed the kids zone at was and is worthy of a Hallmark card,” Eagles Wooden Park. she said, adding that the fireworks over “My personal favorite was the bands the Mill Pond were spectacular. “It showing off the great talent from the could not have been better.” area, but it was terrific to see a record Peter Maas, president of the Linden number of cardboard canoes, 19 all Mills Historical Society, said hundreds together. It’s so much fun watching of people came through the Linden the kids put their boats to the test,” Mills Historical Museum over the Jacob said. “This year was a challenge, weekend. going from what has been a one-day A few contestants in the cardboard boat regatta sink into the water. Volunteers “It’s so wonderful to see the people to a three-day event. But, it was well were nearby to help. Photo: Hannah Ball of Linden out and about having fun,” worth the extra work to see everyone he said. “It’s been a rewarding thing for out enjoying themselves after this last breakfast Sunday and had a Linden sand- Gary Messenger, member of the us. It’s turning out to be a really really year. The community really needed castle in front of the restaurant. Sunday Keepers, said it was a “great” turnout. successful thing. It shows our resilience this opportunity to celebrate the 150th also was the Keepers of the Shiawassee “It felt great to get back out to do as a community, the way they work anniversary of Linden.” Flotilla at the Mill Pond. Approximately stuff again with the public. It was great together, the way they have each other’s The Linden Hotel held a pancake 50 kayakers participated. seeing people out and enjoying them- backs. Linden has recovered from the selves. Because 2020, nothing went on. big fire, it’s recovered from COVID.” 2021 is a new start,” he said. Police Chief Scott Sutter said the FELON man was wearing a lime green shirt. Sue Turpen, board member of Hap- event went well and there were no Continued from Front Page Forbush said Fenton police officer pening in Linden, said they were very incidents. of Target store off Owen Road while Travis Whitman responded to the they shopped Thursday, July 8. store, obtained all of that information The suspect, Joel Luis Valles, 35, from the loss prevention employee and of Linden, faces multiple counts in as he was driving toward the exit, he Genesee County 67th District Court. He saw the suspect’s vehicle parked in the Smile Bigger was arraigned July 12 on two counts of restaurant adjacent to Target’s exit. The larceny, as well as felon in possession of officer walked into the restaurant and a weapon, felony weapons, possession spotted the suspect, later identified as Smile Better of a loaded weapon, and carrying a Valles, wearing a lime green shirt. When concealed weapon with no confronted, Valles claimed he and enjoy a license. A cash surety bond thought the bicycles had been wonderful summer! of $70,000 was ordered and he abandoned. remains lodged in the Genesee Whitman arrested Valles Specializing in: County Jail. A probable cause for stealing the bikes. During conference is scheduled for a search, the officer recovered • Wisdom Teeth and Dental Extractions July 22 at 1 p.m. a loaded and unregistered • Advanced Dental Implant Surgery Sgt. Dan Forbush of the 9mm handgun from Valles’ • Monitored, General and IV Sedation Fenton Police Department waistband. Valles did not • In-office Cone Beam CT/3D Imaging Joel Luis Valles said Fenton police were own the weapon and did dispatched to the store at 6:10 not have a concealed pistol p.m. after receiving a call from a loss license (CPL). prevention officer. Valles was transported to the police When the boys realized their bikes station for processing. Valles’ friend, a were gone, Forbush said they went 25-year-old Flint man, who was with back in to tell an employee. The him at the time of the bicycle theft, YOUR WISDOM TEETH AND DENTAL IMPLANT SPECIALISTS! loss prevention officer viewed the was questioned. Police learned he had Dr. Thomas Butts • Dr. Bryan Johnson surveillance video. A burgundy pickup valid arrest warrants from another Dr. Marvin Jabero • Dr. Matthew Pinsky • Dr. Sanjot Lehal truck was observed driving up to the jurisdiction and was subsequently bikes. A man got out of the truck, picked turned over to that police agency. 5885 South Main Street • Clarkston • 248-625-6252 9880 E. Grand River • Brighton • 810-227-2626 up the bikes, put them in the bed of the The bicycles were returned to the 4250 Pontiac Lake Rd • Waterford • 248-674-0303 11525 Highland Rd • Hartland • 810-632-4545 truck and drove toward the exit. The boys. 6 Wednesday, July 21, 2021 MIDWEEK TIMES myfenton.com DEVOTED FARM They can be found by searching Rose Continued from Front Page Township, Michigan. dogs in the rehabilitation program For those that have been following and sanctuary. The personal pets were The Devoted Barn’s work, Durocher separated from the case. said the mama horses have all Rose Township claims in a lawsuit successfully given birth to their baby that Melissa Borden, owner of The foals. “The four babies, two boys and Devoted Barn at 1301 W. Rose Center two girls with their ‘helicopter moms’ Rd. in Rose Township, did not apply are such a delight to see running around for a special use permit for a dog a pasture,” he said. kennel and was running an unlawful He said because of their “amazing” and unpermitted dog kennel. Rose fosters, they have the chance to save Township became aware of the animals two cleft palate puppies that require because of a complaint made by a around the clock care including tube neighbor, who has since moved. feeding every few hours. According to a Wednesday, Feb. 24 “None of this would be made court order by Oakland County Circuit possible without our supporters,” Court Judge Leo Bowman, Borden had Durocher said. 14 days (March 10) to propose a plan Melissa Borden, founder of The to remove and relocate dozens of dogs Devoted Barn, said some people might from her property in 60 days (April 25). not realize that The Devoted Barn On Feb. 10, the court determined the has helped law enforcement agencies organization had violated a previous worldwide. She said they’ve given court order to remove 21 dogs from seminars worldwide to countless animal the property. controls and rescue organizations, Judge Bowman retired and has been assisted animal controls in large scale replaced by Judge Edward Sosnick. The Devoted Barn in Rose Township has been busy fundraising to care for the hoarding, major disasters such as Regarding the June 23 decision, animals it has rescued, as well as to pay legal fees it faces for a lawsuit filed wildfires in California and hurricanes Joe Durocher, property manager by Rose Township. Here, these two horses are enjoying the sunshine and their down south, and provided a place for and volunteer for the Devoted Barn, new surroundings. Submitted photo animal controls from multiple Michigan counties to hold their farm animals for said, “Both are big wins for us. We court cases making it possible for them are currently finalizing the required to prosecute abuse cases. The Devoted documents for the Michigan Court of Barn also has won multiple international Appeals. This will be an expensive and awards for its work with feral dogs, and lengthy process. We are ramping up our special needs adults and children. They fundraising to get ahead.” have four books published and for sale on Last weekend, The Devoted Barn had Amazon with a few more almost ready two events — a car show in Commerce to publish. on Saturday and a Boot Camp at the “I’m not good at tooting our own Under Armor Store in downtown horn so these are not things I talk Detroit on Sunday. The Under Armor about,” Borden said. charity event was a collaboration with The Devoted Barn does stray Next Level Fitness. holds and scans for “We are very grateful microchips for loose that the owner of Next Our purpose is dogs. They also have Level Fitness, Chad to be of service to a veterans program Demchik, chose to help our‘‘ community. for veterans suffering The Devoted Barn. All from post traumatic Melissa Borden proceeds will go to The The Devoted Barn founder stress disorder (PTST) Devoted Barn. ’’ or those that really just Durocher said the need a purpose. Rose Township board has the ability “Our purpose is to be of service to to settle this case without further our community,” Borden said. litigation, which would save thousands Supervisor Dianne Scheib-Snider of nonprofit and taxpayer dollars. did not respond to a request for “We encourage everyone especially comment by press time. residents to attend the township According to the Rose Township meetings,” he said. clerk’s office, the amount paid to the Rose Township meetings also are township attorney for this case through posted to YouTube usually a day after. the end of June is $35,364. myfenton.com MIDWEEK TIMES Wednesday, July 21, 2021 7 SHOTS Owen/Linden intersection now a three-way stop Continued from Page 2 While questioning the men, they manageable. By the end of the week, that tion season. New stop signs were placed nConstruction causes admitted to the officer that they had been intersection will be a three-way stop. It’s along the road. more traffic congestion out of the van and shooting at a target in not going to alleviate the number of cars “With many construction projects in the the area. Police confiscated five weapons By Hannah Ball going through, but it should make it more area, the change is necessary to improve from the minivan and recovered 36 shell The Owen Road and Linden Road in- orderly.” traffic flow and relieve congestion. The casings of multiple calibers. tersection is now a three-way stop. Construction in Fenton, with the closing intersection operation will be monitored The men were arrested for shooting The announcement was made at the of a busy section of Silver Lake Road, is throughout the construction season. Mo- firearms in the city. During a search of the Monday, July 19 Fenton Township Board causing drivers to use Linden Road and torists are advised to proceed with cau- van, police recovered suspected marijuana of Trustees meeting. Owen Road to get from Fenton to Linden tion, obey all traffic control and to allow edibles, methamphetamine and heroin Thomas Broecker, operations manager and vice versa. themselves additional time to reach their from the vehicle. The substances will be and deputy clerk, said, “The Owen/Linden The Genesee County Road Com- destinations,” according to the GCRC. tested at the Michigan State Police crime intersection...can get really congested at mission announced July 20 that it will For additional information, call Bon- lab to positively identify them. times. Now with traffic being rerouted be a temporary three-way stop for the nie Wood in Traffic Engineering at (810) The case remains under investigation because of construction, it’s really un- remainder of the summer/fall construc- 767-4920. and charges are pending. dining & entertainment

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My wife Suzanne and I were BRIEFS scendants of two of Linden’s first on the way back from Bowling Green, Kentucky,” he said. “When I got the call COMPILED BY SHARON STONE elected officials Jerome Fairbanks and Parley Warner. We are also from my Fire Chief Brian Will, saying, ‘yeah, the Union Block’s on fire.’ My McLaren Flint names Chris Candela new joined by many descendants of our pioneer families,” Cusson said. first question was, ‘was anybody hurt? president and CEO Fortunately, No.” McLaren Flint welcomes Chris Candela “The Shiawassee River continues He gave a T-shirt, that someone gifted to the position of president and CEO ef- to draw people to Linden. So, it is Linden Mayor Danielle Cusson (right) appropriate to kick off our sesqui- to him after the 2007 fire, to Cusson fective Aug. 1. Candela has more than shakes State Sen. Ken Horn’s hand 27 years of in health care, including both centennial celebration on the river that says, “Keep calm and let the mayor after his speech on Saturday, July 17 clinical and execu- in connection with River Fest. As handle it.” tive leadership expe- you can see from the many things at the dedication ceremony. State Rep. Lossing, chair of the Shiawassee River rience. “Chris has happening in Linden, we have a Mike Mueller also spoke about grow- Water Trail Coalition, said the Shiawas- a strong focus on strong volunteer base and sense of ing up in Linden. Photo: Hannah Ball see River was declared a state water trail patient safety, clinical community pride. It is the people of in 2018, and in 2020, it was declared a quality, physician and Linden that make this community about Linden. He’s filming a series on national water trail. team member rela- the place I call home.” hometowns, and Linden is the first city Peter Maas, president of Linden Mills tionships, and overall The seats in front of the gazebo he chose. Historical Society (HSM), introduced operational and finan- were filled with members of the “Sometimes you learn how special Maria Elena Rodriguez, a representative cial performance with Chris Candela public, original Linden family your town is when you have a fire and the of the HSM, who presented the milestone a proven track record whole town comes together and mourns plaque. of success,” said Chad Grant, executive descendants, representatives from Genesee County and other mu- over the loss of our property, but then you “This is a beautiful city,” she said. “I’ve vice president and chief operating officer rebuild,” he said. met a few people this morning and not for McLaren Health Care and outgoing nicipalities, as well as Roger Sharp only is there a sense of pride about being president and CEO of McLaren Flint. and Joe Kimble, who donated the Mike Mueller, state representative for Candela earned a Master of Business Ad- money to renovate the gazebo. the 51st district, whose family moved to a citizen of Linden, but you also are very ministration from the University of Detroit State Sen. Ken Horn spoke about Linden in 1941, said he graduated from knowledgeable about the history of this Mercy and a Bachelor of Science in Physi- the value of small town life and Linden Community Schools in 1992 and great city. So on behalf of the Historical cal Therapy from Wayne State University. said there’s something “special” has lived here his whole life. Society of Michigan, we honor the lon- “Linden is a very special place to us. gevity, the grit of the citizens and leaders I’ve lived here my entire life. The only of Linden, and we officially bestow the time I wasn’t there was when I served sesquicentennial milestone award to the in the military. It’s a great place to raise city of Linden. Michigan. a family and I’m very proud to call it “We wish you continued success, home,” Mueller said. though it’s no secret that like the early A representative from Gov. Gretchen visionaries of Linden, you will continue Whitmer’s spoke, as well as former to protect, enhance and restore this lovely mayor David Lossing, who was mayor city.” during the Union Block fire of 2007. The plaque will be displayed near “Because of the brave men and women the Linden Mill building with a granite of our fire department, police department marker, which was donated by Roger and all area fire departments, we were Sharp.

INTRUDER The homeowner told police that they Continued from Front Page yelled at the intruder and the intruder fled the 16000 block of Murray Road. on foot, heading south of Murray Road. Police Chief Dan Allen said officers The homeowner followed by car, but lost responded to the home at 2:27 p.m. after sight of the intruder near Lovejoy Road. receiving a 911 call from the homeowner. Allen said Michigan State Police, the The homeowner had been away and Genesee County Park Rangers’ K-9 unit, when they arrived home, they saw that the and the Argentine’s K-9 unit responded. door from the attached garage to the home Livingston County Sheriff’s deputies was open. They walked into the kitchen responded with their drone with infrared and saw a man there. The unknown man heat sensors. The suspect was not located. was described as approximately 6-feet tall Detectives have been tracking down with short black hair. He was wearing a leads. If anyone has information about turquoise hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, this home invasion, they are asked to a black and yellow bandana over his face call Argentine Township police at (810) and a red clown nose. 735-5317. Sophiea’s move means the end of an era for Holly tennis By David Troppens as a player. program, and in 2010 he became a co- Will Sophiea has been a part of the “I remember when I was 16 years coach with Brown. When Brown moved Holly tennis program ever since playing old and I’d help out (Holly varsity to Virginia in 2012, Sophiea became the on the boys squad starting with 2005. boys and girls varsity tennis coach) sole varsity coach for both programs. He eventually became a Flint Metro Brennan Brown with the young kids But that run ended this spring. Sophiea League No. 1 singles champion and Di- during the summer, he noticed I was recently resigned both positions due vision 2 regional champion during the an okay player but thought I was a to family reasons. He got engaged this fall of 2007 season. better coach than I was a player.” spring and his fiancée started a residency But even when he was playing, So- Brown was right. After graduating in program in Tennessee, so Sophiea moved phiea kind of knew he would probably 2008, Brown had Sophiea as an assistant to Nashville with his future wife, forcing be better at teaching the sport instead of coach for both of Holly’s varsity tennis See SOPHIEA’S on 11 WEDENESDAY, JULY 21, 2021 | PAGE 9 | MYFENTON.COM/SPORTS

Holly’s recent varsity boys and girls varsity tennis coach Will Sophiea works with a camper during the 2018 Holly Tennis Summer Camp. Sophiea had to Sports resign the positions when he moved to Tennessee this summer.

Third Ode to Laz event earns successful marks nChadovich runs 170-plus miles to win Piotr Chadovich (left) won the third annual Ode to Laz running event it pays to finish ‘last’ running event held at Holly Recreation Area recently. Samuel Cox was one of By David Troppens wicz was excited by the suc- the runners who helped the The area’s most unique run- cess of the third annual event. It’s a race that the winner is ning race enjoyed its share of Fenton varsity boys cross “It was fantastic,” Machro- determined by the runner success and broken records re- wicz said. “We had interest- country team finish No. 14 who runs the longest cently. ing weather. It was a great in our Tri-County Top 16 poll. distance. Chadovich (right) The third annual Ode to Laz day the first day, but we had Photo: David Troppens ran 170.83 miles during Michigan Backyard Ultra event a lot of rain leading up to the the two-day event, to held July 10 and 11 at Holly event. Fortunately, the course defeat two-time champion Fenton teams Recreation Area, had 142 run- absorbed it well. ... And then ners start the race and only one rain hit us day two, so that Sarah Moore. The race dominate Top finish it 170.83 miles later (41 created another challenge.” begins (below) at one of laps on the 4.16-mile loop), A record 143 athletes from its starting points around 16 once again earning Washington’s (state) all around the nation signed the trails at the park. Left By David Troppens Piotr Chadovich the event’s ti- up for the event and that re- photo: Dan Simon. Bottom photo: Anyone who has followed tle. He defeated two-time event cord number of athletes broke Britt Cynowa the history of our annual Tri- champion Sarah Moore, who plenty of other records. The County Top 16 lists knows finished 40 laps. The winner of 2020 event winner, Moore, there’s been one constant in the race is the runner that com- finished 28 laps (116.66 recent years. pletes enough 4.16-mile laps miles) to win her second title, That recent constant is that at one-hour intervals. Who- but this year the top 10 com- the Fenton Tigers dominate ever finishes the previous petitors finished at least 29 these polls. lap around the trails at Holly laps (129.83 miles). Last year, That’s certainly the case Recreation Area is allowed only six competitors finished again this year. to start the next lap at the top the first 24 hours, complet- In our first installment of our of the next hour. This pattern ing 100 miles. This year 19 Top 16, Fenton softball and continues until everyone quits recorded 100 miles. In short, Fenton football enjoyed the except one runner who will interest in the new type of rac- 16th and 15th places, respec- end up finishing one more lap ing event is growing and those tively. Today, we will be see- than the runner-up. This year already competing are advanc- ing three Fenton squads earn- that was Chadovich. ing the sport quickly. See TOP 16 on 10 Race director Tad Machro- CONTINUED AT TCTIMES.COM 10 Wednesday, July 21, 2021 MIDWEEK TIMES myfenton.com TOP 16 always comes to how strong The Tigers won their 10th Continued from Page 9 are they really among the state straight Flint Metro League title ing a spot in the poll. Overall, teams? during the winter, once again Fenton teams hold eight of the The squad placed third at doing it in dominant fashion. 16 spots in this season’s poll. regionals, but a distant third. The Tigers crushed every single It was enough to qualify for foe in league duals in convinc- Sometimes the sports staff gets the state meet in what could be ing fashion, winning each com- a little heat for the domination argued is the weakest of three petition by at least 43 points. of the Fenton Tigers on these regions in the state. Once at the Meanwhile, the largest margin lists. Our response — other state meet, The area co-op fin- of victory came against Holly by teams need to start winning ished in last place in ninth, 35 a whopping 102 point edge. The league crowns and advancing Max Haney was one of the swimmers who helped the Fenton points worse than eighth-place league meet wasn’t any closer. deep into the postseason tour- varsity boys swimming and diving team finish at No. 12 in our Brighton. The Tigers scored 508 points naments. Fenton teams don’t Tri-County Top 16 listing. Photo: David Troppens The sports staff feels com- and outscored second-place dominate these lists due to any fortable with this position. In Swartz Creek by 127 points. sort of favoritism. When 12 won all three Stripes Division The team’s league domina- fact, if anything it’s probably a The Tigers seemed poised Tigers’ squads either earned jamborees, and did so by win- tion is why they made it this tad generous. to have an outstanding perfor- outright or co-league crowns, ning each of them by at least 10 high in the poll and Fenton’s No. 12 - Fenton boys mance at the state meet, but that’s going to happen. In fact, points. The title represented the lack of qualifying for the state swim: When most think about that’s when COVID-19 struck if we only have eight Fenton Tigers’ fifth straight in either the meet as a team is the reason why swim programs at Fenton, the and forced Fenton to take less teams on our list, that means Stripes Division or in the Flint the Tigers couldn’t place any sports staff is sure the Fen- than their best team to the meet. three Fenton squads that won Metro League outright. higher than this. ton girls’ program is the first The Tigers ended up placing league titles didn’t make it on In the postseason, the Tigers No. 13 - Fenton/Linden/ thought that comes to their 31st with four team points. our top 16. Some Fenton squads advanced to the regional meet Lake Fenton girls ski: Our area mind. Considering the Fenton This is one of these instances actually have a legit beef to also by taking third in the pre-region- ski teams are traditionally some girls have won every single where the sports staff had to be included that weren’t. al competition. However, that’s of the toughest teams to rate in Flint Metro League crown in make some educational guesses No. 14 - Fenton boys cross where the Tigers’ success ended our polls the conference’s history, that on what would’ve happened if country: The Tigers had an- as Fenton placed just fourth in Frequently the Fenton/Lin- makes sense. However, the COVID wasn’t an issue, and other strong season, dominating the regional meet, keeping them den/Lake Fenton girls ski squad Fenton boys swimming and this placing is based on that the Flint Metro League Stripes from qualifying for the state is a strong team, dominating diving team are pretty darn thought. Division once again. The Tigers meet as a team. the area. However, the question good as well. CONTINUED AT TCTIMES.COM SUMMER SMILES Tigers start looking a little bit like 1984 team by the start of the 1978 season Editor’s Note: Sports edi- All played roles on the mound tor David Troppens has col- for the 1984 Tigers. lected historical broadcasts Detroit entered this twilight of Detroit Tigers games. Dur- doubleheader (two games ing the summer, he’ll be fea- played on the same day with turing some of these games the first game starting in the around the date of the actual late afternoon) just one game date of our current publica- above .500. tion. Game summary: Jack NEW start with July 21, 1978 “Tiger baseball is Billingham was traded to PATIENT SPECIAL Detroit 5, California 0 on the air.” Detroit for prospect George $85 healthy teeth! 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SOPHIEA’S TIGERS hitter against the New York Giants. It Continued from Page 9 Continued from Page 10 would mark the first time a pitcher be- him to resign the coaching positions. In the fifth, Staub faced a 3-0 pitch gan his MLB career with back-to-back “I knew there was a chance it could against Angels’ stater David Frost and shutouts. It didn’t happen again until Al happen, but we didn’t know where she hit a solo home run. Detroit led 3-0. The Worthington tossed back-to-back shut- would be (for her residency program) lead grew to 5-0 with two more runs outs in his first two starts in 1953. until late spring,” Sophiea said. “Until in the eighth when Steve Kemp scored History happening: Harwell men- then there was a chance she’d get some- on a John Wockenfuss single and Tim tioned during the game that Pete Rose thing local, but there also was a chance Corcoran, who walked, scored on an had a single in the Reds’ game that day she’d be somewhere around the country. Angels’ error. The Angels were un- extending his hitting streak to 34 games. So now we are here in Nashville.” able to get a runner beyond second base Rose would end up hitting in 44 straight For Holly athletic director Casey against Billingham (9-5). games, earning the new National League Lombard, he’s losing more than his ten- This doesn’t happen very often: record. However, he was still 12 games nis coaches — he’s losing his best friend Billingham only struck out one bat- short of Joe DiMaggio’s 56-game hit- in the school. ter in the complete-game effort. He ting streak 37 years earlier. “Will is one of my best friends. I’m Holly’s recent varsity boys and girls didn’t record his first strike out until Something we never see any more: really happy for him with the move he is varsity tennis coach Will Sophiea talks Joe Rudi struck out to start the An- What happened to the twilight double- making. It’s all in his best interest. From with a camper during the 2018 Holly gels’ ninth inning. header? On this date there were three a friend level, that’s exciting,” Lombard Tennis Summer Camp. Sophiea earned Great debuts: In the opening game scheduled. Twinight doubleheaders said. “It’s a huge loss for our athletic de- Division 2 state coach of the year honors of the twinbill, Detroit’s Kip Young weren’t usually scheduled prior to the partment and our school district. He’s twice while at Holly. made his MLB debut in what was a 4-2 start of the season, but would be sched- been a very good role model and mentor loss in 11 innings for the Tigers. uled after games were postponed, and to so many kids. He carried the tradition championships and regional champion- In the second game Harwell talked they were pretty common right through of the Holly tennis program, carrying it ships every season. about one of the greatest debuts in the early 1980s. where Brennan left off and continued it. “We had some really good girls teams MLB history. In 1898, Baltimore’s Jay For those who are curious, the Ti- His position will be a big hole to fill.” from 2015 to 2019, and just like with any Hughes made his MLB debut against gers lost the first game of this twilight The Holly varsity tennis teams have sport you have to get a little lucky. We Washington, pitching a two-hit shutout doubleheader 4-2 in 11 innings. Lance been the dominant programs in the Flint had some very talented girls that worked for the victory. Then in his second MLB Parrish hit a two-run home run in the Metro League ever since the sport be- hard on their own. Combine that with start of his career ended up being a no- opening game, plating both Tigers’ runs. came official competitions in the league. the nice nucleus of girls we had and that Starting with past coach Bill McDaniel made for some strong teams.” (1975), the Bronchos have had the dom- Sophia’s efforts earned him many in- inant squad for both genders and that dividual honors including being named trend continued with Brown (2006-12) the 2015 D2 Boys Coach of the Year and Make sure your A/C System is ready to for the long summer and then Sophiea (2010 until 2021). the D2 2017 Girls Coach of the Year. ahead with a Goyette A/C System Clean and Check During his time as an assistant coach, “He’s been invested in the program The Experts from Goyette will perform an 11 point inspection, co-coach and outright head coach for for a long time,” Lombard said. “Few checking all levels and install a new filter. both varsity teams, the Bronchos won coaches put in the time and effort 11 girls Flint Metro League titles and through the summer and the seasons as 10 boys Metro crowns. While both pro- Will. His summer tennis program bene- Great Financing available grams have had their share of success, the fitted so many kids in our area, including for Bryant A/C Units girls have enjoyed a little more. In fact, and Generators! my daughters. ... It’s not a wonder why the women finally saw their 133-Metro dual meet unbeaten streak come to an the tennis program is as successful as it end this season. Prior to the loss to area was under his watch. He put the time and rival Fenton, the Bronchos hadn’t lost a effort, along with his assistants, to make Metro dual since a Sept. 19, 1995 when it this successful.” they lost 5-2 against the Tigers. The Sophiea said the program became a Bronchos went 129-0-4 during that run. part of his own being. Every year, thousands of Michigan Also, the Holly girls started knock- “I learned that when something be- residents are left without power after a storm. comes part of you, it can be a blessing A Stand-By Generator system installed by Goyette ing on the door of not only the elite in will power your entire home, keeping your family the Metro but within the state of Michi- and a curse,” Sophiea said. “Sometimes and property safe! Stand By Generators can be the best Insurance gan as well. The Holly girls finished in you find yourself thinking every second Policy you ever own! the top 10 at each Division 2 state meet about the program and how you can im- from 2015 through 2019, placing 10th prove and how you can become better. in 2015, sixth in 2016, fifth in 2017 and Now that I’m now in that reflective stage 2018 and eighth in 2019. of all my experiences in Holly Area “What I’m most proud of is the con- Schools both as a teacher and a coach, sistency year after year,” Sophiea said. 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JUDGE or opportunity for cross examination Continued from Page 2 is at a preliminary examination. Michigan has had the same guar- When a witness is deemed unavail- able, any previous testimony is read Obituaries antees since we became a state in at trial. 1837. There are two situations when the The current requirements of the confrontation clause doesn’t apply at confrontation clause as to prosecu- Harold Prowse all. tion witnesses appearing at trial was The first is a “dying declaration” 1926 – 2021 announced in 2004 by the United when a person is unavailable as a wit- States Supreme Court in Crawford Harold Prowse passed away on ness, believes they are about to die, Thursday, April 6 2021, beloved v Washington which held that “the and makes a statement concerning the framers would not have allowed the brother, uncle and friend at the age cause or circumstances of their death. of 94. Harold was born April 26 1926 admission of testimonial statements These statements can be used to Horace and Angela Prowse in New of a witness who did not appear at against a defendant if they implicate Orleans,LA. Raised in Honduras, trial unless he was unavailable and him or her. Harold completed his undergraduate the defendant had a prior opportunity The second is if the defendant by degree from the University of the for cross examination.” their wrongful conduct, intentionally The South, graduated with an MBA In Michigan, unavailability is de- caused the witness to be unavailable. from Harvard University and went on fined as a witness not testifying be- An obvious example of this is to complete studies for a PHD from cause of :(1) privilege; (2) refusal to when the defendant is shown to have the University of Michigan in Natural Resource Management. Over the and fund villages and schools in testify despite a court order; (3) lack caused the potential witness’s death. of memory; (4) death or physical or course of a long and adventurous life Honduras until he passed. A gentle The confrontation clause ensures Harold traveled extensively visiting all compassionate man, a sportsman mental condition; (5) absence from that defendants receive due process seven continents and along the way and a sailor. Harold is preceded in the hearing despite diligent efforts to and a fair trial. became a professional hunter in Africa, death by his parents; and his brother, produce them. It has served us well for almost 230 a highly respected consultant for the Harry. He is survived by his brother, The most common example of pri- years and will continue to do so. national park system in Botswana , Philip Prowse; sister-in-law, Karen worked for the Rockefeller Foundation Melvin; and nephew, Evan Prowse; in Latin America, and consulted with numerous cousins; nephews; with various international agencies nieces; and many close and dear in natural resource management. friends. A memorial service will be Eventually Harold settled in the held on Saturday, July 24th at St. Metamora area and worked in real Johns Episcopal Church in Dryden, estate while also joining the riding Michigan at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, community and enjoying many riding please send donations to the Seven hats and events around the area. Ponds Nature Center, 3854 Crawford Harold also continued to support Rd MI 48428. Service Directory

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Horoscopes For the week of July 19, 2021 ARIES GEMINI LEO LIBRA SAGITTARIUS AQUARIUS Mar 21/Apr 20 May 22/Jun 21 Jul 23/Aug 23 Sept 23/Oct 23 Nov 23/Dec 21 Jan 21/Feb 18 You are inspired to study a new This week you discover your Don’t be surprised if family Someone may need your help This is an excellent week to You’re adept at reading feelings culture after reading about it in instincts about something members divulge some interest- in the weeks to come, Libra. explore emotions and romantic and anticipating things that the news, Aries. Continuing your important have been spot on, ing news this week, Leo. You Embrace this opportunity to help feelings, Sagittarius. The more are on the horizon, Aquarius. education may provide the chal- Gemini. You usually can trust may alter your thinking about someone in need. They may show you give of yourself, the more Utilize your skills for the benefit lenge you’ve been looking for. your gut when making challeng- upcoming plans. Remember to their appreciation in unique ways. you will get in return. of others. Your efforts won’t go TAURUS ing decisions. follow your instincts. SCORPIO unnoticed. Apr 21/May 21 CANCER VIRGO Oct 24/Nov 22 CAPRICORN PISCES Taurus, some good news about Jun 22/Jul 22 Aug 24/Sept 22 Scorpio, success and good Dec 22/Jan 20 Feb 19/Mar 20 a friend puts a smile on your Cancer, once you make a plan Virgo, some exciting opportuni- fortune are likely in store for you It is alright to feel uncertain Pisces, this week you may feel a face. Congratulate this person you typically stick with it. This ties are on the horizon. Let go of very shortly. You’ll feel satisfied about recent developments, little out of sorts. Take some time and share his or her good week, however, your willpower any hesitation you have and dive when the good news arrives, Capricorn. You can take your to get away from it all and reset. fortune with others. Your support may weaken a tad and you may right in with both feet. Make the and it will carry you through the time to process new information, It will be time well spent and you is appreciated. find yourself going off-script. most of this exciting time. times ahead. and it is good to be informed. will feel recharged. 16 Wednesday, July 21, 2021 MIDWEEK TIMES myfenton.com

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