By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Atlas Twp. — In 1921 New York Yankee outfielder Babe Ruth hit 59 home runs, Warren Harding was President of the United States and gasoline was about 21 cents per gallon. That same year Raymond Porter, Sr. planted the first apple tree on his 64 acre Atlas Township farm. “We have […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Atlas Twp. —A long-time local businessman recently shared his knowledge of American business with a student from the United Kingdom. William McCully, 16, is the son of Ryan and Karen McCully and a family member of Atlas Township residents Patrica and Pat Major. McCully is a resident of Sevenoaks, England about […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Union-Sebewing — On Aug. 19, the Goodrich Boys and Girls Varsity Cross Country teams opened the 2024 with a win at the Union-Sebewing at the USA XC Invitational. “It was a cool and windy day at Sebewaing High School on a flat course with many twists and turns as well as […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Goodrich— On Tuesday night the Goodrich Maritan Boys Varsity Soccer team fell in the home opener 4-1 to the visiting Frankenmuth Eagles in the home opener. The Martians single tally was from GHS Freshman #4 Tyler Collins and Player of the Game was GHS #17 Calvin Koczara. “Early in the season […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — Time is ticking on summer and a new school year is just weeks away which includes the need for school supplies. Thanks to the Ortonville Community Emergency Fund team along with outstanding local support, going back-to-school drive is much easier. “Thank you to all the community for the […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Goodrich— Last week the Goodrich Garden Club began the harvest of their crops planted this spring. The raised beds along with other items were provided thanks to a grant from the Goodrich Educational Foundation, Spencer & Joyce Alford and the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel. “The goal is to become […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Groveland Twp.— Leaders eat last. The mantra of Groveland Township Fire Chief Kevin Mason, at the conclusion of stellar careers divided equally over 45 years between the United States Marine Corp. and the Groveland Township Fire Department. “I won’t eat until everyone else is eating,” said Mason, who will retire Aug. […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Atlas Twp. — On Tuesday night, the township board of trustees voted 5-0 during a special meeting to adopt an amendment to a resolution regarding cost overruns of the Kearsley Creek Interceptor sewer project. The requested sewer units for the township are earmarked for the primary purpose of improving existing […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Goodrich — Last week a village resident announced his write-in campaign to become the Democratic nominee for Michigan’s 68th House district. The votes were finalized by the Genesee County Clerk following a statutorily-required canvassing of write-in ballots. As of Thursday, Oakland County Clerk has not finalized their votes. Matt Schlinker, joined […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Independence Twp. — Area veterans may not walk with a cane. However, if the day arrives when they need the services of a cane a local group will lend a hand. Carving cane heads for veterans is just one a several projects the Clarkston Woodcarvers whittle away at during the year. […]