On May 22, 2025 the Goodrich High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony took place at the high school gymnasium. Photo: David Hodgkin.…
‘Hats off’ Martian Class of 2025
Council to consider millage for village road resurfacing projects
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — At 6:30 p.m., on June 23, the Ortonville Village Council will host a public hearing to discuss a potential millage to resurface village roads.…
Local I-75 construction project issues draws response by MDOT
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Groveland Township — An ongoing multi-year I-75 rebuilding project spanning several miles between Clarkston and the Genesee County line that’s been the catalyst of numerous traffic…
BTPL now certified a sensory-inclusive location
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville— The Brandon Township Public Library is officially certified as a sensory-inclusive location by KultureCity. “As the library continues to evolve and focus on creating a…
Local weed shops go up in smoke as permits expire
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — Ortonville might not be home to marijuana shops any time soon. “Their applications were conditionally approved for those specific buildings,” said Village Manager Matt…
Atlas Township to consider BESS ordinance
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Atlas Twp. — At 7 p.m., June 18, the Atlas Township Planning Commission, 7384 Gale Road will host a meeting to discuss a new ordinance regarding…
Goodrich mathematics curriculum to change in fall
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Goodrich —The mathematics curriculum will have a few changes this coming fall for Goodrich High School students. On April 28, the Goodrich Board of Education voted…
Board OKs three year Renaissance Festival permit
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Groveland Twp.— On Monday night, the township board of trustees OK’d by a vote of 5-0 a three year special use permit for the Renaissance Festival.…
Summer Kick-Off
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — The weather is warmer and Ortonville is the first stop for some summer fun. From 5-10 p.m., on June 13, the Ortonville Downtown Development…
Blackhawks ready to soar
Tammie Mirolli hugging BHS seniors Reilyn McKinney and Madelyn Darling during the clap-out on May 30. Photo: Patrick McAbee.…
Entrepreneurs for a day
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — From 3-D printed keychains to custom-made earrings, Oakwood Elementary…
Oakland County, ‘Day at the Fair for individuals with disabilities’
Davisburg— On Thursday, July 17, the Oakland County Fair will host its 21th annual Individuals with…
Second annual Rib Eating Contest & RibFest at Bueche’s Food World
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Groveland Twp.— At noon, June 13, Bueche’s Food World, 400 North Ortonville…
‘On frozen ground,’ the Battle of Chosin Reservoir
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — Twenty-eight days. That’s all George Morris had left of…
School days, school days, I followed the rules those days.
This week sure as heck feels like a “back to school” week. Which makes sense, of…
Writing Rainbow at Brandon Township Public Library
When people find out I’ve written five books, one of the most common questions I get…
Lady Martians blanked by Richmond Blue Devils in state quarterfinals
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Marysville— A four run fourth inning and shutout pitching by Richmond Blue Devils 25-8-1 pitcher Senior Katie Shuboy who fanned…
‘Martian Four’ set new 4 X 800 Goodrich School record-twice
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Hamilton— In 2004 gas was $1.80 per gallon, George W. Bush was president and flip phones were all the rage.…
Lady Martians finish second in MHSAA State Track & Field finals
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Hamilton — Clear skies and light winds were just the right mix for the top times, heights, and distances at…
Lady Goodrich Martians fall to Dewitt Panthers in regional opener
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Swartz Creek — After an 11-0 regular season run for the Lady Martians which included a Flint Metro League title…
Linden 8- Goodrich 5
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Linden — On May 31 the Goodrich Varsity Baseball team were defeated by Linden 8-5 in the first round of…
Martians win over North Branch, Imlay City
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Imlay City — On May 31, the Lady Martian Softball team defeated North Branch Broncos 6-0 and Imlay City Spartans…
Track & Field: Brandon Blackhawks compete at MHSAA Region 19-2
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com North Branch— The Ortonville Brandon Track and Field teams competed in their MHSAA Region 19-2 at North Branch High School…
Lady Martians open Districts with 8-0 shut out of Port Huron Red Hawks
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Goodrich — Baylor Lauinger had three goals, Ana Perry two, Lucy Rafferty, Abby West and Jenna Stockwell all had one…
Track & Field: Goodrich Lady Martians win MHSAA Region 19-2
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com North Branch — On May 17, the Goodrich Martians traveled to North Branch for the 2025 19-2, a 15 team…