BHS student comes to aid of aneurysm victim

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer June 26 could have turned out very different for Cheryl Robinson if not for her studious granddaughter. “I just woke up that morning, and I had a headache like I never had before in my life,” said Robinson, a Brandon Township resident and para-professional at Harvey Swanson Elementary School. “It […]

New Sunoco, Subway owner

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Goodrich- Randall Yezbick is looking forward to working with the community and the schools. In February, he took over ownership of the Sunoco gas station, 8039 S. State Road, Goodrich. “I’ve been in this business my whole life,” said Yezbick. “We like the area, and it seemed nice. The Subway […]

Letter to the Editor Sept. 4, 2021

Old Mill Legends Dear Editor, Last month the Ortonville Community Historical Society and the Old Mill Museum hosted their annual picnic. The group made a few adjustments to accommodate everyone’s needs, but it was enjoyable for all who attended. First, everyone brought their own picnic food and ate together inside the cafe area. After a […]

Public Notice: Brandon Township

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF BRANDON PUBLIC HEARING September 7, 2021- 7:00 P.M. will hold a Public Hearing within its Regular scheduled meeting at the Brandon Township Offices For the purpose of receiving public comment on: approval of Special Assessment roll for Upper Bushman Lake Algae & Weed control S.A.D. #3 This meeting is open to all […]

Public Notice: Brandon Township

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Regular Meeting The Charter Township of Brandon Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing September 22,2021 at 7:00 PM. at Brandon Township Offices, 395 Mill Street, Ortonville, Michigan 48462 to hear the following appeals: Appeal # 21-0010 Zoned R1-B Property ID # 03-19-454-007 Lanthier, Cassandra & Gregory Location: 214 […]

Public Notice: Brandon Township

BRANDON TOWNSHIP CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF BRANDON PUBLIC HEARING September 7, 2021- 7:00 P.M. will hold a Public Hearing within its Regular scheduled meeting at the Brandon Township Offices For the purpose of receiving public comment on: approval of Special Assessment District for Shelmar Lane Private Road maintenance #4. Including initial escrow and use of surplus […]

Public Notice: Atlas Township

SYNOPSIS ATLAS TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2021 at 5:30pm 7386 S. GALE, GRAND BLANC, MI 48439 (810) 636-2548 VIRTUAL MEETING HELD VIA ZOOM Members Present: S. Kautman-Jones, K. Vick, A. Moore, P. Major Members Absent: B. June Members Excused: None Staff Present: S. Bullen, L. Christner, D. Lattie The Board […]

Dennis Atherton

ATHERTON, Dennis R.; of Ortonville; passed away Aug 29, 2021; age 79; husband of Sandra; father of Dennis “Russ” Atherton Jr, John Atherton, Tonyea VanPatten & the late Danelle (Brett) Orr; grandpa of Justin Noble, Chelsea (Jim) Atherton, Brittany Atherton, Alexis (Tyler) Mitosinka, Breeana Atherton, Zach VanPatten & Emily Orr; great grandpa of Jayden, Josie […]

Robert “Bob” Thompson

THOMPSON, ROBERT JOSEPH “BOB” of Ortonville, Michigan; died August 25, 2021. He was 78. Bob was born April 28, 1943 in Pontiac, Michigan to the late Charles and Bernadette (nee: Gatton) Thompson.  He married Joyce Pyke on January 30, 1965 in Auburn Hills, Michigan.  He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Joyce Thompson; three […]