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Chef Brian Polcyn, owner of Cinco Lagos, talks his craft, passion for food
Brian Polcyn, 52, is a renowned chef who looks to bring the flavor of life to his customers and community through the food he serves. Born in Pontiac and raised…
Hill, new WB Schools chief, taking over at a critical time
Dr. Gerald D. Hill, 60, was recently named the new superintendent for the West Bloomfield School District. He was one of four finalists interviewed and will take over for current…
Bob Dustman pens "Defining Moments" using dad's WWII letters
Robert (Bob) Dustman, 66, is a seasoned TV and news reporter who has told numerous stories but is now telling one that’s closer to the heart. Dustman is the author…
John Popovich looks back on his service during World War II
As America prepares to honor its veterans on Memorial Day, the Spinal Column Newsweekly would like to honor a real American hero, World War II veteran John Popovich. A 60-year…
The untold history of Jacob Smith, Michigan's 'rascal' spy
Kim Crawford, a Clarkston/Independence Township resident, recently had his third book, “The Daring Trader: Jacob Smith in the Michigan Territory, 1802-1825,” published by Michigan State University Press ($29.95). In the…
White Lake's Boyle a former Michigan Supreme Court justice
White Lake Township resident Patricia Boyle is a former Michigan Supreme Court justice whose legal career began at a time when it was difficult for women to break into the…
Manna strives to promote Chaldean-American businesses, community
Martin Manna, 39, is the executive director of the Chaldean-American Chamber of Commerce and is helping to spread the word about a community that is prominent in the world of…
SEMCOG executive director talks roads, population, jobs
Paul Tait, executive director of the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) since 1998, has taken an active role in carrying out the mission of bringing together all of the…
Lindberg already feeling at home as Milford's police chief
Milford has a new police chief in former Novi Deputy Chief of Police Thomas C. Lindberg, 48. Lindberg was a veteran of the Novi Police Department since 1986 before deciding…
Ex-fire chief Storrs talks bonds, changes in township fire service
Former Waterford Township Fire Chief Dennis Storrs hung up his boots in December after serving the community for 35 years, and his tenure with the fire department brought in a…