Village council grants two marijuana establishment proposals

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville — At the Monday night meeting, the village council granted two conditional marijuana establishment proposals. Each council member was given a tally sheet to rate all six proposals from best to worst, 1-6, in their own opinion. The two lowest total scores would be granted a conditional approval. The […]

Heritage Garden space grant

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville— The Village of Ortonville has received a grant to support the Heritage Garden space next to Old Town Hall at the corner of Mill and Church streets. “This grant is our first step in accomplishing the Village of Ortonville’s vision for our newly designed Heritage Garden space project,” said […]

Goodrich Martians state title bid comes up short at Ford Field

By David Fleet Editor Detroit — A stellar season that included the first state finals ever for the Goodrich Martians ended on a big stage at Ford Field with a 28-0 loss to the Grand Rapids South Christian Sailors. “It was a great experience for everyone, the players, coaches and community,” said Head Coach Tom […]

Talking turkey

Talking turkey

From left, Harrison Hogarth 7, Miranda McCombs 7 and Holden Hogarth 7 students from Michelle Morales second grade class at Oakwood Elementary post turkey feathers of thanks. Photo: Patrick McAbee

Almost done: M-15 road closure to end Nov. 30

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — Due to weather delays, the M-15 roadwork is now expected to be completed by Nov. 30. The construction began mid-September, and was previously scheduled to be completed by Nov. 18. The delay is due to the cold weather, which caused concrete to take longer to cure. “It’s […]

Ortonville: Christmas in the Village, Dec. 3

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville — Santa Claus is coming to Ortonville. On Dec. 3, starting at 1 p.m., downtown Ortonville will be home to Christmas in the Village once more. The parade starts at 1 p.m., starting on Ball Street to Church Street and through Mill and South Streets. Afterwards, Santa and Mrs. […]

Mt. Thabor Monastery co-foundress remembered

By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp. — Sr. Anne Mary of the Trinity, O.P. (Barbara Jean Kearney) a co-foundress of Our Lady of Mt. Thabor Monastery, established in Groveland Township more than 50 years ago died Nov. 14. She was 90 years old. Sister’s parents William Joseph and Florence Anna (Seavers) predeceased her. Her brothers […]

Community, family remember local business owner

By David Fleet Editor Brandon Twp. — Walt Renn, a prominent local business owner for more than 40 years and community advocate died Nov. 19. He was 67. A Bad Axe native, at 17-years-old Walt enlisted in the Marines following high school in 1972. Because of his age, Walt’s brother Gunther signed him up for the service. After three-and a […]

Snow show begins

Snow show begins

Snow in downtown Ortonville. The first measurable snow fell Tuesday across Southeastern Michigan. Photo: Patrick McAbee

Ready, set, shop small

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville — The Ortonville Downtown Development Authority is encouraging people to shop small for Small Business Saturday on Nov. 26. “The holiday shopping season makes up a large percentage of sales for small businesses during the year,” said DDA Director Matt Jenkins. “So to be able to generate some excitement […]

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