By David Fleet Editor Goodrich— Following a closed session meeting on Monday night the Goodrich School Board approved the 2023-26 Goodrich Education Association contract. In addition, the paraprofessional contract was also approved. Both votes were 7-0. The GEA represents 102 teachers while there are about 30 paraprofessionals in the district. “I would like to thank […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — On Monday night the Goodrich School Board OK’d the sinking fund millage proposal resolution for the November 2023 election. “The sinking fund will be used for construction, repairing building, school security improvements, upgrading technology and all other proposes allowable by law,” said Mike Baszler, district superintendent. If the 1 […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp.— On July 24, the township board of trustees voted 4-0 to OK a purchase of 20 Drager brand Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), used by firefighters to provide breathable air when entering a hazardous environment, such as a structure fire. The cost is $155,697. Township Clerk Katie Vick was absent […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — On Monday night the Goodrich Board of Education OK’d three new staff members for the 2023-24 school year. Mazich earned a degree from Michigan State University, The University of Michigan-Flint and nine years of experience; Clark, a Goodrich High School graduate, earned a degree from Wayne State University and […]
By David Fleet Editor Brandon Twp. — On Aug. 1, John Duley was hired as the new car sales manager at Randy Wise Ford, 968 S. Ortonville Road. Duley, a Macomb Township resident has more than thirty years of auto sales experience. “My first real job was selling cars in Brighton and Waterford,” said Duley. […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich— Good Times returns with a new night of fun. From 5 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Aug. 4 the Hoedown In-G-Town kicks off with line dancing lessons taught by a local instructor in the Goodrich Commons area. The music of John Vance Band, begins at 7 p.m. followed by Shiatown, and special guest Billy Gunther and the Mid-West Riders at […]
By David Fleet Editor Isle Royale — Earlier this month seven scouts and three leaders from Troop 340 out of Goodrich, made the 570 mile trek to Copper Harbor on the Keweenaw Peninsula, followed by a three and a half hour boat ride on Lake Superior northwest to Isle Royale. “The scouts wanted something a […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — Ask Goodrich’s newest centenarian Barbara Horton’s formula for longevity and she’ll answer simply, “I’ve always been optimistic.” “It’s been a good life,” said Barbara, who will celebrate 100 with friends and family on Aug. 12. Barbara’s family agree she’s always been very positive and continues to view life through rose […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — On Monday night the township board of trustees voted 4-0 to OK $7,469 for Consumers Energy to complete the installation of the electrical for a well near State Road and Linda Kay Drive. Township Clerk Katie Vick was absent with notice. “We can’t go any further with the […]
By David Fleet Editor Ortonville — Not only did Amos Orton trek 500 miles through the wilderness, found a village and establish a thriving business, he also had faith. Early in Orton’s life, along with wife Emily, united with the Universalist church. Orton then became an ordained minister and preached for many years in the […]