After an injury-plagued season in 2002, Goodrich football coach Tom Alward is hoping for better health in 2003. In about a month, Alward, entering his 11th season, and his staff will begin preparing the Martians in earnest for the upcoming year. The squad is looking to rebound from a 3-6 campaign last year. The schedules […]
After a string of seemingly never-ending dreary weather, the temperatures in Michigan have picked up significantly within the past few weeks. With the increasing heat, though, comes an increased risk when it comes to heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Many people engage in sporting activities as well, and with football training camps at the high […]
It won’t be too long before students in the Brandon school district will have their own path from Brandon High School to South Street. Brandon Township Supervisor Ron Lapp said the project began June 26, when the first layers of dirt were moved. He said concrete work was done the week of July 7, but […]
Last year, Ortonville native Matt Lentz got a taste of the Michigan football tradition up close. As the 2003 season approaches, Lentz, 20, who plays right guard for the Wolverines, hopes to earn the respect of teammates and opponents alike. Lentz, who stands 6?6? and weighs 305 lbs., will be entering his junior year at […]
First-year Brandon varsity football coach Ron Gill and the Blackhawks will be tested early and often in the 2003 campaign. Brandon, entering their second year in the Flint Metro League, opens their year Aug. 28 at Mt. Morris, then plays their first home game Sept. 5 against Warren DeLaSalle, a member of the Catholic League. […]
It’s been a long summer if you’re a sports fan in Brandon and Goodrich. Ever since the Goodrich baseball team was eliminated from the state playoffs in the semifinals, local sports fans have had to content themselves with parks and recreation events or trips to a state park, or following the activities of the local […]
The smell of coney islands sizzling on the grill is often too much for local residents to pass up. Some people may like them with extra onions; others prefer them with no onions at all. Just the same, you won’t have to look too far to uncover a coney place in this neck of the […]
After a string of seemingly never-ending dreary weather, the temperatures in Michigan have picked up significantly within the past few weeks. With the increasing heat, though, comes an increased risk when it comes to heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Many people engage in sporting activities as well, and with football training camps at the high […]
Whether it’s through their school district or through a private company, driver’s education courses are a staple throughout the year for high school students. The courses are offered in the Brandon and Goodrich school districts and by several private companies. Regardless of the route parents choose to get their teenagers certified to drive, students must […]
During his days playing major junior hockey, Dr. Jay Stark thought about his future beyond the frozen pond. ‘I got a lot of back injuries playing hockey,? he said. ‘Chiropractic was one of the things that kept me going. It was a good fit for me when I started my undergraduate career.? After his last […]