Temporary open air permits OK’d by township

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- The township board approved a resolution to allow temporary open air special use permits for restaurants with a 6-0 vote. Treasurer Terri Darnall was absent with notice. “This is to allow our restaurants that do not already have an open air place to serve outside, it allows them […]

Local Road Improvement program

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Ortonville-The village will once again by applying for the Local Road Improvement Program this year as a way to support fixing the village roads. “Fortunately, the village has had the opportunity over the last three years of taking part in an Oakland County grant that they provide, on a similar […]

Meet Up & Eat Up program

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Schools is hosting two locations for their annual Meet Up and Eat Up program. Meals will be available for pick-up on Mondays and Thursdays, and include lunch and breakfast. “The Summer Food Service Program (Meet Up and Eat Up) has two locations to ensure children continue to receive nutritious […]

Letters to the Editor June 27, 2020

Vote for Back Dear Editor, I am pleased that Patti Back is running to retain her job as Groveland Township Clerk. I have known Patti both personally and professionally for over twenty years and know she is hardworking, honest and organized. She has a proven record of serving the residents of Groveland with integrity, understanding […]

Public Notice: Brandon Township

Brandon Township Notice of Registration For the General Primary Election To be held on Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 To the Qualified Electors of Brandon Township, County of Oakland: Notice is hereby given that any qualified elector of Brandon Township who is not already registered, may register to vote at the office of the Brandon Township […]

Public Notice: Groveland Township

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP LEGAL NOTICE The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Planning Commission will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following: Special Use – 02-18-101-002 Michigan Renaissance Festival Additional information […]

Public Notice: Brandon Township

BRANDON TOWNSHIP HELP WANTED Applications are being accepted for the fill-in position of the Brandon Township Edna Burton Senior Center Coordinator. Applicant should be experienced in, food service, customer service, telephone and computer skills. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Please submit cover letter and resume no […]

Public Notice: Brandon Township

BRANDON TOWNSHIP HELP WANTED Applications are being accepted for the Brandon Township Edna Burton Senior Center fill-in Transportation Driver. Applicant should have 2-years driving experience in 11 to 14 passenger bus/van. This position may lead to a full-time position in the future for a qualified applicant. Please submit cover letter and resume no later than […]

Sherry Lotan

Sherry Lynn Lotan, 72, of Ortonville MI, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020 at home surrounded by family. Sherry was born April 12, 1948 in Pontiac, Michigan to Melba (Burling) and the late Jesse Sparkman. She graduated from Ketterington High School in 1966. Sherry married Albert Larry Lotan on October 1, 1966. Sherry loved her […]

Orlan Haskill

HASKILL, ORLAN WENDEL of Metamora, Michigan.  Died June 21, 2020. He was 81. Orlan was born in Libby, Montana on July 2, 1938 to the late Clayton and Violet (nee: Cline) Haskill. Orlan married the former Billie Dean Lovitt on December 30, 1960 in Garden City, Michigan.  He is survived by his wife of 59 years, […]