(In response to, ‘Another Day,’ a poem by Suzanne McGill-Anderson, The Citizen, Jan. 9, page 6) Relish the love Dear Editor, The beautiful poem “Another Day”, by former schoolteacher Suzanne McGill-Anderson, was compelling. We must relish all the love we can during these Covid days, as we try to catch-up with our previous lifestyles. Frank […]
Thank dad Dear Editor, The Family of Ron Sutton cannot begin to express what everyone’s prayers, words of comfort and the sharing of memories have meant to our family. We always realized how involved Dad was with the community. His walks could take 2 hours and he might not have even made it around the […]
Dear Editor, A huge shout out to Brandon parents Andrea Austin, Misty Friend, and Marla Abney for their efforts organizing the teacher gift drop off at the I-Tec Center! What an outstanding response from all them and you! Thank you on behalf of building administration, teachers, and staff! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! David […]
Old Newsboys Dear Editor, Challenging times for volunteers and donors. The annual Old Newsboys paper sale was conducted Dec. 11. For the last 10 years Goodrich has had a crew of volunteers that work the corner of M-15 and Hegal Road to collect donations for this charity. In a “normal” year there would be about […]
Thank you Wojos Dear Editor, The Ortonville Department of Public works along with The Citizen newspaper express their appreciation to Wojo’s Greenhouse, 2570 Oakwood Road, Brandon Township for their donation of seasonal planters in the Village of Ortonville. Your generosity to the community and those that live and work here is truly a blessing. Thank […]
Thank you Ortonville Dear Editor, To the Ortonville Village Council: Now that the local election is over, I have decided to step down from my position as Ortonville Village Trustee. From the very start, my place of employment and required travel has made it a challenge to commit the time I believe is necessary to […]
The Ruck for Veterans Dear Editor, Thank you to Bearss Fitness & Ivy Rehab, owners Joshua Bearss and manager Sean Duffey for sponsoring the Veterans Day Fun Ruck on Nov. 14. And a special thank you to Robini Loughlin for organizing the event. The Ruck for Veterans walk helped the local VFW Post 582 Ortonville […]
Recycling needed Dear Editor, Recycling is more than sorting your trash. Recycling can be looking at local charitable and consignment stores not only as a place to drop off our used clothing for resale, but also a rich source for purchases. When we buy a lamp or a side table from these stores, we do […]
Thank you Dear Editor The family of Nicholas Mazich want to thank all those that sent their prayers, love and support for our family during this difficult time. We have received so many cards with beautiful notes and memories of Nick. I am still receiving cards and texts every day from so many that know […]
Dog safety Dear Editor We have been fortunate enough to hike trails in Canada, Maine, Virginia, and throughout both upper and lower Michigan. We have never been threatened by any animals on these hikes. However, many times on our walks within the village of Ortonville, we have been harassed by loose dogs. A few times, […]