LIZZET, Gerald Ivan, Jr. of Ortonville; passed away March 23, 2021 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Laura. Loving father of Jerry Lizzet, Marianne (Julieanna) Sherrod and Kristina (Donald) Kapit. Proud papa of Jerry IV, Logan, Eli, Khloe, Kash and dozens of other “Munchkin Land Daycare” grandchildren. Dear brother of Gay (Bob) Mutter, […]
Sawyer Mezger, an Oakwood Elementary School student creates a leprechaun trap on St. Patrick’s Day. According to tradition, one must believe leprechauns are real to trap one. It is also believed that leprechauns love gold and trickery unless captured. Photo by Patrick McAbee.
Editor’s note:This is the second of a series of stories The Citizen will publish during Women’s History Month a celebration of women’s accomplishments and contributions celebrated in the month of March. By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer An local collector recently shared some century old political pins from his collection reflecting a dynamic time in history […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer At the regular Monday night meeting, the Brandon board of education voted unanimously to approve a bid for replacing the septic field at Harvey Swanson elementary. They also approved a bid to improve the preschool playground. “It’s in the fenced-in area of the preschool,” said Diane Zedan, Brandon Preschool Director. […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Local scholarships are available to Brandon seniors for the upcoming college or trade programs. “This is not as hard as they’re making it out to be. Write one essay and make copies of it,” said Kim Bishop, a member of the Ortonville Lions. “Get out there, the deadline is April […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer On March 16, staff and students at Harvey Swanson Elementary communed via Zoom for their annual family literacy night for the lower elementary students as part of March is Reading Month. “Last year’s literary night was unfortunately canceled due to the pandemic,” said Loren Mitten, first grade teacher and host […]
Thank you Dear Editor, On behalf of Brandon Groveland Youth Assistance and our entire community we would like to thank the Brandon School administration and staff for your dedication to the welfare of your students. Your persistent hard work and research allowed our school system to be one of few to remain open during this […]
SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF ORTONVILLE SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 8, 2021 Held virtually via Zoom. Meeting ID: 248 627 4976 Meeting Passcode: 484622 Item 1: CALL TO ORDER at 7:00 pm. Item 2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Item 3: ROLL CALL: Brice, Dylus, George, Green, Hayden, Nivelt, Randazzo. Item 4: APPROVAL OF AGENDA Item 5: PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda […]
ortonville cemetery annual meeting The Ortonville Cemetery Association will hold their Annual Meeting on Monday, April 12th, 2021 at 7:30pm. The meeting will be held in the chapel at the cemetery. Anyone interest is invited to attend. Any questions please call 248-627-8413 Marguerite Garman Secretary, Ortonville Cemetery Association Publish in The Citizen 3-20-21
Synopsis Groveland Twp. Board 03/08/2021 Call to Order & Roll Call Approved Agenda Approved: Accts Payable Financial Reports Investment Reports Board Minutes Twp / Fire 2/8/2021 Budget Meeting Minutes Twp 2/17/2021 Budget Meeting Minutes Fire 2/22/2021 NEW BUSINESS Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission Presentation Public Hearing Appropriations Act/Budget Approved Appropriations Act 2021-2022 Approved Budget 2021-2022 […]