AG Nessel Advocates to Cut Rate Increase by More Than Half
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Whitmer Takes Action to Protect Michigan’s Gas Supply
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2022 Contact: [email protected]
Gov. Whitmer Takes Action to Protect Michigan’s Gas Supply Following BP Oil Refinery Fire in Indiana Executive order will help address supply challenges following BP fire
LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer took action after a fire caused BP’s Whiting, Indiana oil refinery to temporarily go offline. The governor is working to ensure continued access to an adequate supply of motor fuels by waiving regulations on motor vehicle hours-of-service rules, as the effects of the outage at the plant are expected to spread across the region and will impact drivers transporting such fuel.
“I am taking action to help address Michigan’s fuel needs after a fire and power outage at a BP refinery in Indiana,” said Governor Whitmer. “The impacts of the outage at the Whiting facility will be widespread across our region, and I am taking proactive steps to help Michiganders get the fuel they need to drive their cars and help businesses keep their products moving. With today’s action, I am freeing up more gas supply and removing any impediments to gas delivery to cut down wait times at stations. I will keep working to get Michiganders the affordable gas they need without delay.”
Governor Whitmer’s executive order declaring an energy emergency takes the following two temporary actions:
“This is a great example of government and business working together to ensure that we continue to provide needed energy to keep Michigan moving,” said Mark Griffith, President of the Michigan Petroleum Association. “This type of issue is usually short lived, the actions taken here will make it less onerous on Michigan businesses and residents.”
“We appreciate Governor Whitmer taking quick action to protect fuel supply for stations and drivers across the state,” said Fay Beydoun, CEO, American Arab Chamber of Commerce. “By lifting these restrictions and working to keep supply flowing to the state, we can insulate the market and economic pressures to keep prices down. The Chamber of Commerce will be working with our partners at stations around the region to deliver for our customers and communities.”
“When faced with challenges, it’s crucial that we work together to identify solutions and action” said Martin Manna, CEO, Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce. “Governor Whitmer’s proactive response will help ensure that our stations can continue to serve drivers across the region. Our focus right now is working with owners to keep supply lines open.”
Executive Order 2022-9 takes effect immediately and remains in effect through duration of the emergency remains in effect only for the duration of the supply challenges related to the refinery fire or until the end of the day on September 15, 2022, whichever comes first. In addition to this order, the Michigan’s Public Service Commission (MPSC) will continue to monitor the situation and work with and provide information and assistance to the Governor’s Office, states agencies, and the public.
“The Michigan Public Service Commission continues to actively monitor the situation at the Whiting refinery,” said Dan Scripps, Chair of the Michigan Public Service Commission. “The Commission will continue to use every tool at our disposal to insulate Michiganders from price spikes and preserve access to motor fuels for Michigan drivers and businesses for end of summer and Labor Day travels.”
Background on the BP Whiting Facility Fire On Wednesday, August 24, BP’s 435,000 barrel-per-day refinery located in Whiting, Indiana, suffered an electrical fire. As a result, the refinery has ceased production and is undergoing a damage assessment. The Whiting refinery is the sixth biggest, by capacity, in the United States and provides approximately 20% to 25% of the refined gasoline, jet fuel, and diesel used collectively by Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. While efforts are underway to find ways to replace the supply from the Whiting refinery, disruptions in the fuel supply are likely.
Background on federal government action On Friday, August 26, the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued a issued a regional emergency declaration for Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin to allow motor carriers and drivers additional flexibility to provide direct assistance to affected states. Additional information here. |
Whitmer Makes Appointments to Boards and Commissions
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2022 Contact: [email protected]
Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to Boards and Commissions
LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the following appointments to the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority, Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards, Michigan Board of Licensed Midwifery, Michigan Board of Medicine, Michigan Board of Physical Therapy, Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement Board of Directors, Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission, Governor’s Educator Advisory Council, and the Michigan Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority Board of Directors
Claude Molinari, of Northville, is the president and CEO for the Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from Point Park University. Mr. Molinari is reappointed to represent the governor for a term commencing September 1, 2022, and expiring August 31, 2026.
The Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority is responsible for overseeing the development, ongoing management, and operation of Huntington Place, formerly Cobo Hall, in an efficient and effective manner. Created by the Regional Convention Facility Authority Act of 2008, the authority is a municipal public body corporate and politic, and is a metropolitan authority authorized by section 27 of article VII of the state constitution of 1963.
This appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards
Issa Shahin, of Dearborn, is the chief of police for the Dearborn Police Department. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and a Master of Science in Homeland Security and Emergency Management from Eastern Michigan University. Chief Shahin is appointed to represent the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2022. He succeeds Ronald Moore who has resigned.
The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) executes its statutory responsibility to promote public safety in Michigan by setting standards for selection, employment, licensing, license revocation, and funding in law enforcement and criminal justice, in both the public and private sectors.
This appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Michigan Board of Licensed Midwifery
Patrice E. Bobier, of Hesperia, is the senior midwife for Full Circle Midwifery Service Incorporated. She holds a Certified Professional Midwife credential from the North American Registry of Midwives. Ms. Bobier is reappointed to represent midwives for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025.
Mahesh Shrestha, of Kalamazoo, is an assistant professor and pediatrician for Western Michigan University. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Universal College of Medical Sciences. Dr. Shrestha is appointed to represent certified pediatricians for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025. She succeeds Donald Greydanys whose term expired December 31, 2021.
Kimberley D. Sims, of Muskegon Heights, is the home school administrator and childbirth advocate for Just BE Doula Services and More. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Video Communication from Grand Valley State University. Ms. Sims is appointed to represent the general public for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025. She succeeds Claretta Duckett-Freeman whose term expired December 31, 2021.
The Michigan Board of Licensed Midwifery is housed within the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The Board works with the Department to establish and implement the licensure program for the practice of midwifery in the state.
These appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Michigan Board of Medicine
Mary S. Stearns, of Spring Lake, is an independent consultant for Kent Intermediate School District. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Social Studies from Ball State University and a Master of Arts in Special Education from Columbia University. Mrs. Stearns is appointed to represent the general public for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025. She succeeds Shereen Tabrizi whose term expired December 31, 2021.
Kathy J. VanderLaan, of Greenville, is a retired business development manager for The Right Place. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech, Communication & Theatre from Albion College. Ms. VanderLaan is appointed to represent the general public for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025. She succeeds Renee Johnston whose term expired December 31, 2021.
Nancy L. Wayne, Ph.D., of Ann Arbor, is a professor emerita of physiology for the UCLA School of Medicine. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Northwestern University. She also holds a Ph.D. in Physiology from the University of Michigan. Dr. Wayne is appointed to represent the general public for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2023. She succeeds Stacey Frankovich who has resigned.
The Michigan Board of Medicine works with the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to oversee the practice of medical doctors in the state. The Public Health Code mandates certain responsibilities and duties for a health professional licensing board. Underlying all duties is the responsibility of the board to promote and protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare. This responsibility is implemented by the Board by ascertaining minimal entry level competency of medical doctors and requiring continuing medical education during licensure.
These appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Michigan Board of Physical Therapy
Sara Burhans, of Portage, is the wellness coordinator for Bells Brewery. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education from Western Michigan University. Ms. Burhans is appointed to represent the general public for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025. She succeeds Syed Rob whose term expired December 31, 2021.
Katie Kiter, of Lansing, is a consultant for Envision Strategies. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Michigan State University. Mrs. Kiter is appointed to represent the general public for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025. She succeeds Michael Winkler whose term expired December 31, 2021.
Jaharah Muhammad, of Detroit, is the outreach coordinator for Hope Starts Here Detroit. She is certified in Cyber Security from Cisco and holds a certificate of achievement in Computer Networking Academy from Henry Ford Community College. Ms. Muhammad is appointed to represent the general public for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring December 31, 2025. She succeeds Allison Ives whose term expired December 31, 2021.
The Michigan Board of Physical Therapy works with the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to oversee the licensing of physical therapists in this state and ascertains the minimal entry level competency of health practitioners. The Public Health Code mandates certain responsibilities and duties for a health professional licensing board. Underlying all duties is the responsibility of the board to promote and protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare.
These appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement Board of Directors
Mark W. Greathead, of Brownstown, is the superintendent for Woodhaven-Brownstown School District. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Master of Arts in Education Leadership from Eastern Michigan University. Mr. Greathead is appointed to represent superintendents for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring March 30, 2025. He succeeds Jeffrey Crouse who has resigned.
James Pearson, of Highland, is a retired public school teacher for Huron Valley School District. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education from Western Michigan University and a Master of Arts in Elementary Education from University of Michigan. Mr. Pearson is reappointed to represent retired teachers for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring March 30, 2026.
The Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement System Board is responsible for general oversight of retirement, survivor, and disability benefits to employees in public school districts, intermediate school districts, community colleges and certain universities.
These appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission
Jon Gale, of Twin Lake, is the chief of police for Norton Shores. He holds a Master of Public Administration in Criminal Justice from Grand Valley State University. Chief Gale is appointed to represent local units of government for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring May 27, 2023. He succeeds Ronald Wiles who has resigned.
Michael J. Poulin, of North Muskegon, is the sheriff for Muskegon County. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Grand Valley State University. Sheriff Poulin is reappointed to represent local units of government for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring May 27, 2025.
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission shall identify traffic safety challenges and develop, promote, and implement strategies to address those challenges. The Commission shall develop comprehensive solutions to traffic safety challenges through partnerships with all levels of government and the private sector, while maximizing and coordinating the use of existing financial resources.
These appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Governor’s Educator Advisory Council
Owen D. Bondono, of Washington Township, is a teacher with Oak Park Public Schools. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Education in Secondary English Education and English as a Second Language from Wayne State University. Mr. Bondono is appointed to represent teachers for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring May 9, 2026. He succeeds Ruth Ryannen who has resigned.
Nanette M. Hanson, of Gladstone, is a teacher with Escanaba Area Public Schools. She holds a Bachelor of Elementary Education and a Master of Education Administration from Northern Michigan University. Mrs. Hanson is appointed to represent the Michigan Teacher of the Year for a term commencing September 1, 2022, and expiring August 31, 2023. She succeeds Leah Porter whose term expires August 31, 2022.
Joseph D. Sbar, of Sault Ste. Marie, is a school psychologist for the Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District in Sault Ste. Marie. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in School Psychology from Michigan State University. Mr. Sbar is appointed to represent counselors for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring May 9, 2025. He succeeds Cathy Longstreet who has resigned.
The Governor’s Educator Advisory Council was created by Governor Whitmer’s Executive Order No. 2019-9. The Council will review and make recommendations regarding legislation relevant to this state’s public education system, identify and analyze issues impacting the effectiveness of Michigan’s public education system, identify best practices in public education and recommend corresponding changes and improvements to Michigan’s public education system, and provide other information or advice relevant to public education.
These appointments are not subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Michigan Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
Safwan Badr, M.D., of West Bloomfield, is the chair of internal medicine for Wayne State University School of Medicine. He holds a Doctor of Medicine from Damascus University School of Medicine and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tennessee. Dr. Badr is appointed to represent physicians for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring October 1, 2023. He succeeds Anthony Ognjan whose term expired October 1, 2021.
Mehvish S. Khan, Pharm.D., of West Bloomfield, is the inpatient staff pharmacist for St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Oakland University and a Doctor of Pharmacy from Wayne State University. Dr. Khan is appointed to represent pharmacists for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring October 1, 2023. She succeeds Danielle Melford whose term expired October 1, 2021.
Patricia Railling, of Portage, is the staff pharmacist for Ascension Borgess Hospital. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Ferris State University and a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences Research from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Ms. Railling is appointed to represent pharmacists for a term commencing August 25, 2022, and expiring October 1, 2023. She succeeds Rony Foumia who |
Whitmer Celebrates Impact of Student Debt Forgiveness
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2022 Contact: [email protected]
Gov. Whitmer Celebrates Impact of Student Debt Forgiveness on 1.4 Million Michiganders Around 700,000 people will have their debt halved or forgiven entirely, keeping more money in their pockets, helping them pay the bills and invest in their future
LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer celebrated the impact of the recent decision to forgive $10,000 in student loan debt on Michigan’s working families. Up to 50% of Michiganders with federal student debt could have their loans cut in half or forgiven entirely. The pause on payments for all borrowers has been extended through the end of the year.
“The decision to cancel $10,000 in student loan debt and $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients will make a real difference for 1.4 million Michiganders that have student loans, putting money back in their pockets,” said Governor Whitmer. “Nearly 700,000 Michiganders will have their debt cut in half or eliminated entirely, lifting a huge burden off their backs. People can use these savings to buy a home, start a business, get married, or start a family. I will work with anyone to keep lowering the cost of higher education and offering more paths for Michiganders to earn a higher education tuition-free, without going into debt in the first place.”
Reducing Debt for Michiganders Michiganders earning less than $125,000 and married couples earning less than $250,000 will have $10,000 in student loan debt forgiven. Pell Grant recipients will have $20,000 in student debt forgiven. This decision will benefit up to 1.4 million Michiganders that have federal student loans. Today 30% of Michiganders with federal student loans, approximately 420,000 people, owe less than $10,000 and this opportunity would forgive all of their debt. Around 50% of Michiganders with federal student debt, approximately 700,000 people, owe less than $20,000, and their debt would be cut in half or forgiven entirely. Nearly 700,000 more Michiganders will receive important loan relief.
Additionally, the pause on student loan repayment, interest, and collections for all borrowers has been extended through December 31, 2022.
In tandem with the debt forgiveness, a new rule from the U.S. Department of Education will ensure that borrowers on income-based repayment plans will pay no more than 5% of their discretionary monthly income on student loans, down from 10%. This will cut out of pocket costs by half, saving Michiganders hundreds of dollars a month.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Background This decision is in addition to federal opportunities for Michiganders to reduce their student loan debt. The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) offers loan forgiveness to those who work in public service after 10 years of employment and on-time payments. As of June 2022, 6,120 Michiganders have had $358 million in loans forgiven under the PSLF. Over 148,000 more Michiganders may be eligible due to the recent PSLF waiver. Borrowers can apply by visiting studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Governor Whitmer’s Bipartisan Investments in Tuition-Free Higher Education Since taking office, Governor Whitmer has worked across the aisle to make college more affordable by expanding tuition-free higher education and skills training for Michiganders over 25, future educators, and talented young students pursuing a degree at public Michigan universities.
She established and funded the bipartisan Michigan Reconnect program, which has put over 100,000 people on the path to tuition-free higher education or skills training. With the recent, bipartisan budget Governor Whitmer signed, Michigan funded $10,000 scholarships for 2,500 future Michigan educators every year and offered school districts funds for Grow Your Own Programs, helping districts train staff for teaching positions, tuition-free. She also expanded scholarships for young Michiganders pursuing higher education at one of the state’s public universities.
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Around the OAA: Picks Week One
Around the OAA.
This is a blog that is devoted to the OAA. We cover 23 schools from Oakland County to Wayne County. From Oxford to Harper Woods. This blog will give insight and projections around the OAA.
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Written by Sammy Taormina
Picks Week One.
Written Tuesday August 23rd at 10:10 AM
Hello to everyone and welcome to the 2022 football season. We will be doing our weekly picks this season so here are the people to get to know.
Sammy Taormina-Host OAA Now, Last Three Brain Cells Podcast, known as SANDY DUNES
Scott Burnstein-State Champs host and MIPrepZone writer, known as BURNEY
Keith Dunlap-Special writer at WDIV, known as DUNLAP
Tim English-Blogger, historian, known as TIM
Dan Stickradt-Writer for North Oakland Sports, known as STICK
Sean Cotter-North Farmington Boys Basketball and Walled Lake Western film guy, known as COTTER
We’ll get TIM’s picks when we get them
SANDY DUNES 0-0
BURNEY 0-0
DUNLAP 0-0
TIM 0-0
STICK 0-0
COTTER 0-0
- West Bloomfield vs Sterling Heights Stevenson at Wayne State: The Lakers should be no strangers to the spotlight. They are on Bally Sports Detroit for the fifth time in the last two years. West Bloomfield has made the postseason eight straight years. They should be no strangers to playing against the Macomb Area Red. Donovan Edwards who is now at Michigan had the game of his life at Runkel Field in a stunning 63-6 blowout of the Titans in the 2020 postseason. It’s the second meeting between the two schools. Sterling Heights Stevenson made the postseason three straight years but fell to Belleville in the Division One State Semifinals last season. This should be a really interesting matchup at Wayne State but West Bloomfield better be careful.
SANDY DUNES: WEST BLOOMFIELD 31, STERLING HEIGHTS STEVENSON 7.
BURNEY: WEST BLOOMFIELD 34, STERLING HEIGHTS STEVENSON 14.
DUNLAP: WEST BLOOMFIELD 27, STERLING HEIGHTS STEVENSON 17.
TIM:
STICK: WEST BLOOMFIELD over STERLING HEIGHTS STEVENSON.
COTTER: WEST BLOOMFIELD 38, STERLING HEIGHTS STEVENSON 14.
Orchard Lake St. Marys at 2. Adams: The Highlanders should be hungry for more success after making the Division One State Finals last season. They have the majority of their team coming back despite losing some key players to graduation. Adams coach Tony Patritto should be no stranger to playing against George Poritt led Orchard Lake St. Marys programs or the Catholic League itself. The Eaglets have a new coach in former Michigan standout Jermaine Gonzales. It’s the first meeting between these two schools Patritto should know them quite well prior to coming to Adams.
SANDY DUNES: ADAMS 27, ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARYS 20.
BURNEY: ADAMS 32, ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARYS 29.
DUNLAP: ADAMS 31, ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARYS 20.
TIM:
STICK: ADAMS over ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARYS.
COTTER: ADAMS 24, ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARYS 7.
- Clarkston vs Davison at Michigan: This is a rematch of a hard fought 29-26 Wolves victory over the Cardinals last season in Ann Arbor. Clarkston has won all five meetings against Davison whether it was in the regular season or in the postseason. The Cardinals will have to deal with Ethan Clark. Clark had a monster game against them last season. Davison has not fared well against the OAA. They are 0-7 against the league since 2010 (Adams doesn’t count because they had to forfeit because of COVID protocol.) Clarkston needs to be careful despite having Michigan experience. The Cardinals have a tough schedule and getting a win like this would make their season.
SANDY DUNES: CLARKSTON 27, DAVISON 24.
BURNEY: CLARKSTON 28, DAVISON 23.
DUNLAP: DAVISON 35, CLARKSTON 31.
TIM:
STICK: CLARKSTON over DAVISON.
COTTER: DAVISON 31, CLARKSTON 28.
- Southfield Arts and Tech vs Detroit Cass Tech at Lawrence Tech: This is a rematch of two programs that know each other very well. The Technicians won 49-22 over the Warriors at Wayne State. The game was moved to Lawrence Tech which is in Southfield this season. The Warriors defense was a complete disaster allowing 346 points which was the most in school history last season. Southfield Arts and Tech has a high octane offense led by quarterback Isiah Marshall. Detroit Cass Tech has athletes too and they are stout as well. They have made the postseason 15 of the last 16 years. This should be a shootout but whoever’s defense shows up should win this game.
SANDY DUNES: DETROIT CASS TECH 70, SOUTHFIELD ARTS AND TECH 56.
BURNEY: SOUTHFIELD ARTS AND TECH 30, DETROIT CASS TECH 15.
DUNLAP: DETROIT CASS TECH 31, SOUTHFIELD ARTS AND TECH 21.
TIM:
STICK: DETROIT CASS TECH over SOUTHFIELD ARTS AND TECH.
COTTER: DETROIT CASS TECH 42, SOUTHFIELD ARTS AND TECH 28.
- Lake Orion at Utica Eisenhower: This is the 11thmeeting between the two schools. The Dragons and Eagles are no strangers to each other whether it is in the regular season or especially in the postseason. Utica Eisenhower beat Lake Orion 27-20 in the 2019 postseason but the Dragons have gotten the best of the Eagles in 2008, 2010, 2012 in the postseason and last season’s 33-7 blowout. Utica Eisenhower has Preston Crumm back at quarterback while Lake Orion should be much improved defensively. This could be a low scoring game with both teams usually have stout defenses. It should be very interesting at Sweinhart Field.
SANDY DUNES: LAKE ORION 24, UTICA EISENHOWER 20.
BURNEY: LAKE ORION 27, UTICA EISENHOWER 26.
DUNLAP: LAKE ORION 28, UTICA EISENHOWER 24.
TIM:
STICK: LAKE ORION over UTICA EISENHOWER.
COTTER: LAKE ORION 28, UTICA EISENHOWER 21.
- Harper Woods at Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy: This is the second meeting between these two city rivals in what is dubbed “The Backyard Brawl.” The Pioneers won 15-12 over the Eagles in 2009. Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy forfeited their year last season but they were 6-2 technically. Harper Woods has a ton of proven players coming back. The Pioneers need to be on upset alert especially going up against a program that is much better than their record indicates.
SANDY DUNES: HARPER WOODS 24, CHANDLER PARK 21.
BURNEY: HARPER WOODS 31, CHANDLER PARK 17.
DUNLAP: HARPER WOODS 23, CHANDLER PARK 16.
TIM:
STICK: HARPER WOODS over CHANDLER PARK.
COTTER: HARPER WOODS 39, CHANDLER PARK 8.
Milan at 7. Berkley: The Bears are 12-6 and have two postseason appearances. Berkley will be a different team according to Coach Sean Shields. They are trying to get to their goal which is a league crown which looks very manageable. The Bears should be tested against a very good Milan program. The Big Reds have made the postseason 15 of the last 18 years. Milan is 35-8 since 2018. This is going to be a very tough matchup at Hurley Field to say the least.
SANDY DUNES: BERKLEY 35, MILAN 32.
BURNEY: BERKLEY 24, MILAN 20.
DUNLAP: BERKLEY 17, MILAN 13.
TIM:
STICK: BERKLEY over MILAN
COTTER: BERKLEY 24, MILAN 21.
Seaholm at 8. Bloomfield Hills: This is third meeting between these two neighborhood rivals and the first meeting since 2017 when Bloomfield Hills won 21-19. Seaholm won the first meeting 38-21 in 2014. This is a very interesting matchup of two different styles. The Blackhawks are more of a spread team while the Maples are more of a veer team. The quarterback matchup is very intriguing between CJ Jackson of Bloomfield Hills and Colton Kinnie of Seaholm. Whoever wins the battle of intangibles wins this game.
SANDY DUNES: SEAHOLM 27, BLOOMFIELD HILLS 20.
BURNEY: BLOOMFIELD HILLS 28, SEAHOLM 27.
DUNLAP: SEAHOLM 27, BLOOMFIELD HILLS 24.
TIM:
STICK: BLOOMFIELD HILLS over SEAHOLM.
COTTER: SEAHOLM 26, BLOOMFIELD HILLS 21.
- Stoney Creek at Detroit Mumford: This is the first meeting between the Cougars and the Mustangs. Stoney Creek was supposed to play Port Huron but the Big Reds are playing Grand Rapids Catholic Central instead. Detroit Mumford is 6-10 in the last two years. The Cougars have a veteran team. This should be very interesting in Detroit.
SANDY DUNES: STONEY CREEK 28, DETROIT MUMFORD 12.
BURNEY: STONEY CREEK 25, DETROIT MUMFORD 20.
DUNLAP: STONEY CREEK 35, DETROIT MUMFORD 7.
TIM:
STICK: STONEY CREEK over DETROIT MUMFORD.
COTTER: STONEY CREEK 32 DETROIT MUMFORD 8.
- Oxford at Romeo: These two schools are no strangers to each other having played since 2014. The Wildcats are 7-25 against the Bulldogs. Oxford fell 34-13 to Romeo last season in a game that was closer than the score indicated. The Bulldogs have a ton of experience coming back. The Wildcats have not fared well at Dan Barnabo Field. It should be very interesting to see what happens.
SANDY DUNES: ROMEO 24, OXFORD 20.
BURNEY: OXFORD 25, ROMEO 24.
DUNLAP: OXFORD 27, ROMEO 20.
TIM:
STICK: ROMEO over OXFORD.
COTTER: ROMEO 27, OXFORD 7.
Utica at Rochester: This is the 25th meeting between the Falcons and the Chieftains. Rochester has won three straight and won the 2012 and 2013 meetings by a combined 66-21 including a 28-14 victory in 2013. The last time that Utica beat Rochester was in 1979 when they won 26-0. The Chieftains have been improving, they made the postseason last season. The Falcons should have their hands full in this game at Rochester Stadium.
SANDY DUNES: ROCHESTER 28, UTICA 14.
BURNEY: ROCHESTER 36, UTICA 21.
DUNLAP: ROCHESTER 28, UTICA 7.
TIM:
STICK: ROCHESTER over UTICA.
COTTER: ROCHESTER 31, UTICA 14.
North Farmington at Groves: These are two teams that are trying to turn around tough seasons and losing streaks. The Raiders lost six straight games which caused them to miss the postseason for the first time in three years. North Farmington’s last win came against Groves when they won 49-0 at Ron Holland Field. The Falcons missed the postseason for the first time in eight years last season. Groves wants to get back to where they have been. This is the 18th meeting between the two schools with the Raiders holding a 10-7 season series edge. This game should be tight in Beverly Hills.
SANDY DUNES: NORTH FARMINGTON 20, GROVES 17.
BURNEY: NORTH FARMINGTON 21, GROVES 20.
DUNLAP: GROVES 21, NORTH FARMINGTON 20.
TIM:
STICK: NORTH FARMINGTON over GROVES.
COTTER: NORTH FARMINGTON 21, GROVES 14.
Detroit University-Detroit Jesuit at Oak Park: These two neighborhood rivals are no strangers to one another. They are separated by four miles and are in the same district for boys basketball almost every year. The Knights are 2-1 against the Cubs. They have met in the postseason three times. Oak Park won 27-21 at Hazel Park in the 2020 district finals and 26-17 in the first round in 2016. Detroit University-Detroit Jesuit won 14-8 in the district finals in the 2013 postseason. This should be a very interesting matchup in Knight Valley.
SANDY DUNES: OAK PARK 28, DETROIT UNIVERSITY-DETROIT JESUIT 21.
BURNEY: OAK PARK 24, DETROIT UNIVERSITY-DETROIT JESUIT 23.
DUNLAP: DETROIT UNIVERSITY-DETROIT JESUIT 14, OAK PARK 7.
TIM:
STICK: OAK PARK over DETROIT UNIVERSITY-DETROIT JESUIT.
COTTER: OAK PARK 22, DETROIT UNIVERSITY-DETROIT JESUIT 21.
Troy Athens at Fraser: This is the first meeting between the two schools. The Red Hawks have a new coach in Tom Cook taking over the program. Troy Athens is 12-64 since 2012 but won five games last season. Fraser is coming into this season with high expectations. The Ramblers are 10-7 with two postseason appearances. They were 10-35 since 2015 prior to the two years. The Red Hawks are a different team. This should be a very interesting matchup.
SANDY DUNES: TROY ATHENS 20, FRASER 17.
BURNEY: TROY ATHENS 26, FRASER 25.
DUNLAP: FRASER 28, TROY ATHENS 17.
TIM:
STICK: TROY ATHENS over FRASER.
COTTER: TROY ATHENS 33, FRASER 14.
Troy at Macomb L’Anse Creuse North: This is the first meeting between the two schools. It has been a strong two years for the Colts. Troy is 12-6 in that span. The last time they took on a Macomb County opponent they were embarrassed 33-0 on regional television in the first round of the postseason by Chippewa Valley. The Crusaders are 0-14 in the last two years and 7-33 since 2016. This should be a cakewalk for the Colts but if not then let the criticism began.
SANDY DUNES: MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE NORTH 20, TROY 14.
BURNEY: TROY 27, MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE NORTH 17.
DUNLAP: MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE NORTH 24, TROY 20.
TIM:
STICK: TROY over MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE NORTH.
COTTER: TROY 34, MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE NORTH 7.
Ypsilanti Lincoln at Farmington: This is the second meeting between the Falcons and the Railsplitters but the first at Falcon Field. Farmington won 35-14 in Ypsilanti in 2019. The Falcons will look to have a bounce back year after going 4-12 in the last two seasons. Ypsilanti Lincoln is 13-21 since 2017. This should be a very interesting matchup at Falcon Field.
SANDY DUNES: FARMINGTON 24, YPSILANTI LINCOLN 21.
BURNEY: FARMINGTON 33, YPSILANTI LINCOLN 19.
DUNLAP: FARMINGTON 10, YPSILANTI LINCOLN 7.
TIM:
STICK: FARMINGTON over YPSILANTI LINCOLN.
COTTER: FARMINGTON 28, YPSILANTI LINCOLN 21.
Ferndale at Macomb L’Anse Creuse: This will be the first meeting between the two schools. It was a very rough year for the Eagles which was un Coach Eric Royal like. They were not the same program since losing to Royal Oak last season. Ferndale heads into Macomb County to take on Macomb L’Anse Creuse. The Lancers have made the postseason three straight years and is 18-10 in that span. This is going to be a very difficult matchup for the Eagles.
SANDY DUNES: FERNDALE 24, MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE 17.
BURNEY: FERNDALE 22, MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE 18.
DUNLAP: FERNDALE 21, MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE 20.
TIM:
STICK: FERNDALE over MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE
COTTER: MACOMB L’ANSE CREUSE 42, FERNDALE 6.
Royal Oak at Holly: This is going to be a really interesting matchup which will be on grass which could be an advantage for the Bronchos. It’s also a battle of new coaches between Dustyn Truitt at Royal Oak and Billy Keenest at Holly. Keenest is no stranger to the OAA coaching at Troy Athens and Berkley and is an Oxford alumni as well. Truitt is a Farmington alumni which makes this matchup the more interesting. The quarterback battle should be very interesting between Hudson Siddle and Ashton DeHart. The Ravens have Mekahi Jenkins which gives them an edge up front. This should be a classic battle up front as both teams are trying to get off to good starts.
SANDY DUNES: HOLLY 24, ROYAL OAK 20.
BURNEY: ROYAL OAK 28, HOLLY 15.
DUNLAP: ROYAL OAK 14, HOLLY 10.
TIM:
STICK: HOLLY over ROYAL OAK.
COTTER: HOLLY 27, ROYAL OAK 7.
Avondale at Warren Cousino: This is the seventh meeting all time between the Yellow Jackets and the Patriots but the first meeting since 2001. Warren Cousino is 6-37 since 2017. Avondale is 11-15 in their last three years. On paper this looks like a mismatch but you never know.
SANDY DUNES: AVONDALE 42, WARREN COUSINO 0.
BURNEY: AVONDALE 23, WARREN COUSINO 22.
DUNLAP: WARREN COUSINO 20, AVONDALE 17.
TIM:
STICK: AVONDALE over WARREN COUSINO.
COTTER: AVONDALE 49, WARREN COUSINO 7.
Madison Heights Bishop Foley at Pontiac: This is the first meeting between the Phoenix and the Ventures. Pontiac was supposed to take one Detroit Osborn in what would had been a much easier matchup but instead went with a much tougher matchup against Madison Heights Bishop Foley. The Ventures are well coached under Coach Brian Barnes. This will not be an easy matchup for Coach Ken Wade and company but the good news it’s at home.
SANDY DUNES: MADISON HEIGHTS BISHOP FOLEY 28, PONTIAC 26.
BURNEY: PONTIAC 21, MADISON HEIGHTS BISHOP FOLEY 17.
DUNLAP: MADISON HEIGHTS BISHOP FOLEY 24, PONTIAC 7.
TIM:
STICK: MADISON HEIGHTS BISHOP FOLEY over PONTIAC.
COTTER: MADISON HEIGHTS BISHOP FOLEY 49, PONTIAC 6.
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Friday, August 19, 2022
Volleyball Preview.
Written Friday August 19th at 9:30 PM
Here is my early preview for Volleyball heading into the season.
AROUND THE OAA TOP TEN
- Clarkston
- Berkley
- Oxford
- Lake Orion
- Stoney Creek
- Adams
- Seaholm
- Bloomfield Hills
- Troy
- West Bloomfield
Red
Clarkston
Oxford
Lake Orion
Adams
Stoney Creek
Seaholm
Bloomfield Hills
Troy
EARLY THOUGHTS: When looking at the Red. Clarkston is the team that stands out. They have a ton of experience coming back. Oxford looks to be the top challenger to Clarkston. The Wildcats have a solid core coming back. Lake Orion returns one of the most dangerous outside hitters in the State but there are some questions surrounding the Dragons. Adams should be solid this season. Stoney Creek as well should be in the mix. Seaholm is a wildcard in the Red. Bloomfield Hills has a new coach but has looked solid early. Troy should be a team to watch for as well. The Wolves are the early favorite with the proven experience that is back.
White
Berkley
West Bloomfield
North Farmington
Groves
Rochester
Farmington
Troy Athens
Avondale
EARLY THOUGHTS: When looking at the White. Berkley made a ton of strides last season. I think the Bears are ready for some more and they could have a deep postseason run if things go right. The Bears have a ton of proven experience coming back. West Bloomfield has a ton of proven experience coming back. North Farmington has some experience coming back. Groves could be a factor this season. Rochester has some experience coming back. Farmington lost a lot of talent from last season. Troy Athens will be very young this season. Avondale could make some noise as well this season. Overall this division looks like three teams have a shot but it’s anyone’s division.
Blue
Ferndale
Royal Oak
Harper Woods
Ferndale University
Southfield Arts and Tech
Oak Park
Pontiac
EARLY THOUGHTS: The Blue is not a strong division when looking at it on paper. Ferndale is the early favorite. The Eagles have proven experience and have been there and done that. Royal Oak could surprise some people. The Ravens have some proven experience coming back. Harper Woods is the new team on the block. There are some questions surrounding the Pioneers. Ferndale University is the darkhorse. The Eagles could surprise some people. Southfield Arts and Tech has been up and down. Oak Park has struggled recently as has Pontiac. I think Ferndale has the edge over everyone in this division.
Additional Assistance in August to Lower Cost of Groceries
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2022 Contact: [email protected]
Gov. Whitmer Announces Michiganders to Receive Additional Assistance in August to Lower Cost of Groceries
LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced all Michigan families who are eligible for food assistance benefits will continue to receive at least an additional $95 monthly payment in August to help lower the cost of groceries and ensure Michiganders can keep more of their hard-earned money. The additional assistance will help more than 1.3 million Michiganders in more than 700,000 households.
“We will keep working together to help over 1.3 million Michiganders put food on the table,” said Governor Whitmer. “This additional $95 monthly payment will lower costs and help households use their hard-earned dollars to buy school supplies and pay the bills. I will work with anyone to put money back in people’s pockets so they can thrive. This continued assistance ensures that federal tax dollars get returned to Michigan and are spent at Michigan businesses.”
In April 2020, some Michigan residents began receiving additional food assistance under this program. In May 2021, all eligible households began getting extra monthly benefits. Federal approval is necessary every month.
Eligible clients who receive food assistance received the additional benefits on their Bridge Card by Aug. 22. These benefits are loaded onto Bridge Cards as a separate payment from the assistance provided earlier in the month.
All households eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) receive an increase of at least $95 monthly, even if they are already receiving the maximum payment or are close to that amount. Households that received more than $95 to bring them to the maximum payment for their group size will continue to receive that larger amount.
Below are the maximum allowable benefits for SNAP customers based on their respective household size:
Secured by U.S. Senator Debbie
Eligible families do not need to re-apply to receive the additional benefits. People who receive food assistance can check their benefits balance on their Michigan Bridge Card by going online to www.michigan.gov/MIBridges
Customer service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Spanish and Arabic service is available. If you are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing or speech-impaired, call the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1-1. |