If you’re looking for an example of how government regulation stifles entrepreneurship and the spirit of innovation, I submit the case of Kerri (Linto) Smith and her Belly Rest. The story’s on Page 3. Basically, in order to sell her invention over the internet, this special pillow for pregnant women must contain a registered label […]
Leonard’s annual Strawberry Festival is about fun, family and celebrating the institution of Small Town USA. It’s the real-life Mayberry, minus Deputy Barney Fife.
Players and spectators who utilize the softball complex at Seymour Lake Township Park will notice a new sign dedicating it to the memory of Alyse Prince. ‘We thought it would be a fitting tribute to recognize her at the site where she made the biggest impact in so many lives,? said Parks Director Ron Davis. […]
As usual, Leonard’s Strawberry Festival was the hit of the summer season. Winning ribbons at the festival were: Parade Float: Christmas in Action (1st); Everyday is a Holiday in Leonard (2nd) and Strawberry Golf Cart (3rd). The ‘Everyday is a Holiday? float also won ‘Best Overall in Parade? and was created by Rebekah Smith, Emily […]
It’s no secret that major media outlets frequently publicize sad tales about businesses taking advantage of customers. Newsprint and airwaves are packed with a seemingly endless supply of stories about scams, price-gouging, crooks and shoddy workmanship. But folks never seem to hear about all the good things local businesses do everyday to help people in […]
In light of numerous noise complaints and safety concerns, the Oxford Township Board last week voted 4-2 to begin drafting a new ordinance that would ban the use of fireworks on all those days not specifically protected under the new state law. ‘We have been barraged in my neighborhood by fireworks from the (Lake Villa) […]
Oxford Village officials are seeking public input as they look to amend their local ordinance concerning fireworks to conform with the new state law that legalized consumer-grade fireworks. ‘Currently, our village ordinance prohibits fireworks, but state law supersedes it,? said village Manager Joe Young. Council has scheduled a public hearing on the subject for 6:30 […]
Backyards & Burgers will return to downtown Oxford next year, but it will do so minus the carnival. On Monday night, the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) voted 7-0 to cancel the carnival and send the Livonia-based Wade Shows, Inc. a letter asking to be released from its contract. ‘I have had casual conversations with them […]
Christ the King Church opened its doors last week to a famous professional golfer who played in the 2012 U.S. Senior Open held at Orion’s Indianwood Golf and Country Club. Tom Lehman, a pro golfer since 1982 and winner of the 1996 British Open, needed a place to practice his faith and the Oxford Township […]
Oxford Township gave its approval last week to pursue a two-phase course of action with the potential to not only solve a long-standing problem, but also preserve a large section of environmentally-sensitive land. The township board voted 5-1 to spend up to $5,000 to have the Rochester Hills-based Spalding DeDecker Associates, Inc. prepare a grant […]