By David Fleet Editor Ortonville— Fr. Yongli Chen has come a long way to share a unique story to the parishioners of St. Anne Catholic Church and the community. Earlier this summer Fr. Yongli Chen became the new pastor, his first parish following extensive study and a rather challenging background. “I refer to myself as […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — Results from a recent township survey of township residents to assist planners with the process of creating a new master plan and recreation plan has been completed. The full results are available on the township Web site. Mike Rembor, township planning commission chairperson said the survey provides some […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — On Aug. 21 the township board of trustees voted 4-0 to approve $440,000 for ditching, tree removal and the reestablishment of the roadway of Ridge Road from the end of the pavement to Lake Shore Drive. The tree removal is an estimated $170,000 of the cost. “Nothing has […]
By David Fleet Editor Ann Arbor — In a defensive battle between two stellar football teams both coming off losses in the MHSAA State Finals in 2022, the Goodrich Martians made the plays when it counted to topple the Frankenmuth Eagles 14-8. With 55 seconds remaining in the game and Goodrich trailing 8-7 the Martian […]
By David Fleet Editor Bay City — On Aug. 24 the Brandon Blackhawk Varsity Football team defeated Bay City John Glenn Bobcats 51-12 on the road in the season opener. “Despite a two hour delay, the boys kept their focus and came out ready to go,” said Head Coach Brad Zube. “Bay City John Glenn […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — With the start of school just days away, the district has several bond projects that are near completion at the high school along with other buildings. On Aug. 4, 2020 school district voters approved a $20,930,000 bond extension proposal. Since that time projects have been ongoing throughout the district from roofing, security, […]
By David Fleet Editor Birmingham— On Aug.19 the Woodward Dream Cruise which attracts thousands of car enthusiasts both watching and driving included a special guest who halted his cruise to visit with some locals. Jay Leno, the former “Tonight Show” host and car fanatic was in town for the Dream Cruise and arrived at Pasteiner’s, […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas — The latest township pathway project along the south side of Perry Road that began earlier this summer features a boardwalk, which took shape earlier this month, just west of Atlas. The raised structure is necessary to traverse low areas and uneven ground. The two-mile section of the Iron Belle […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — On Monday night the township board of trustees voted 4-0 to designate the Goodrich High School gymnasium as the site of the township polling location. Trustee Barry June was absent. The move will now place all four precincts that were at four different locations within the 36-square miles […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp.— On Aug. 28 the Martians Boys Varsity Soccer team defeated Davison. 9-1 at home on goals from eight different players. “This was a great team win,” said Veteran Coach Evan Huizenga. Great for these players and the team to come together and work this well on the field.” Goals […]