By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Every month for the past six years, Brandon Superintendent Dr. Matt Outlaw has honored a staff member as the “Extraordinary Blackhawk of the Month.” This month, Outlaw decided to honor the entire food service department for all of their work during the coronavirus lock down. “If it wasn’t for the […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon superintendant Dr. Matt Outlaw has been offered a job as Brighton Schools superintendant. “Over the past six-plus years, Brandon students, staff and parents have done so much to move this district forward,” said Outlaw. “I am really proud of the work that they have all done.” Outlaw was unanimously […]
(In response to “Seek the truth,” a letter by Dan Eschmann, The Citizen, Sept. 12, page 6) The real truth Dear Editor, Our community was asked to believe that three Village trustees up for election are looking out for our tax dollars. They scrutinize small items like phone stipends and reimbursements to our staff and […]
JOHNSON, JAIMIE DIANE of Grand Blanc, Michigan. Died September 21, 2020. She was 32. Born on September 25, 1987 in Clarkston, Michigan. She is survived by her parents, Trisha and Brian Reid and Gary and Michelle Johnson; three sisters, Melissa (Nick) Schrah, Jessica Frezza and Taylor Reid; one brother, Mike (Hope) Johnson; her grandparents, Judy […]
Elizabeth Jane McGill, age 95, of Oak Park, died on Wednesday September 16, 2020. Beloved wife of the late William Henry McGill. Loving mother of Liam McGill, Christine (Lynn) Campbell, Michael McGill, Margaret (Mark) Hepke, David McGill, Suzanne (Kenneth) Anderson, Thomas (Carol) McGill, John McGill, James McGill, Mary McGill and Joseph (Lauren) McGill. Loving grandmother […]
McAULIFFE, ANNA “MARIE” of Goodrich, Michigan. Died September 18, 2020. She was 87. Born on October 24, 1932 in St. Clair, Michigan to the late Walter and Orie (nee: Reynolds) Gebhardt. She married the late Gerald McAuliffe on May 22, 1954 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Detroit. He preceded her in death. She is survived by […]
Andrew Leonard Bentley, Jr., age 76, of Goodrich, died Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Linda; his two children: Dean Andrew (Karen) Bentley, and Michelle (Jeff) Gardner; his two granddaughters: Kristen Bentley, and Dana (Michael) Katz; his favorite grandson, Alexander Andrew […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer The Brandon Township Public Library is hosting eight weeks worth of classes this fall, all about technology. “People who register will be able to gather some tips and tricks about things they’re having issues with,” said Shauna Quick, librarian at the BTPL. The classes aren’t connected, so attendees can register […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Love and Logic classes are being held virtually this year. Due to COVID-19, the Brandon Township Public Library, 304 South St. is not able to host the free Parenting the Love and Logic Way program in person as they normally do. Instead, they will be hosting the four-session program virtually […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer The annual CROP walk is still on. “Yes, there will be a CROP walk this year,” said Sue Sirgany, CROP Walk treasurer. “We are proud and happy to announce that this year marks the 40th year for the Ortonville Community CROP Hunger Walk.” While the event is still going to […]