By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer The Brandon High School Student Council is hosting their annual charity week Dec. 10-14, and this year they’re raising money for Leader Dogs for the Blind. “The goal is just to raise money to pair leader dogs with those in need,” said Charity Week Chair Macy Roberts. “Our goal is […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer The Ortonville Downtown Development Authority has received two grants from Main Street Oakland County in partnership with Genisys Credit Union and Flagstar Bank. The Spirit of Main Street Micro Business Startup Grant, which is in partnership with Genisys Credit Union, will go toward enhancing the existing retail district and create […]
MASTERSON, ARTHUR “CHUCK’ of Goodrich formerly of Ortonville. Died November 24, 2018. He was 72. He was born August 10, 1946 in Laporte, Indiana the son of the late Roland and Betty (nee: Schoof) Masterson. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Connie Masterson, four children, Darren (Julie) Masterson, Trent (Tami) […]
WESTER (THOMAS), Stacey Lou; of Waterford formerly of Lake Orion; passed away Nov. 21, 2018 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer; age 54; mother of Ashley & Austin (Brittney); Mimi of William Cole & Willow; daughter of Bruce (Gayle) Thomas & John Bertholdy; fiancé of Mark Chevalier; sister of Victoria (Roger) Evans & Heather […]
WIESE, BRIGITTE HELGA of Hadley Township. Died Wednesday, November 21, 2018. She was 79. Born July 7, 1939 in Heydekrug, Germany to the late Fritz and Meta (nee: Srugies) Hoffmann. She married Adolf Wiese on September 19, 1959 in Detroit, Michigan. She is survived by her loving husband, Adolf Wiese; two daughters, Renee (Tom) Tucker and […]
From left, Sandie Shedlowsky helps a customer select a turkey at Bueche’s Food World on Nov. 19 while Melissa Donaldson restocks a few of the Thanksgiving dinner guests. Photo by Patrick McAbee.
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- On Monday night, the school board voted 6-0 to accept the evaluation of district superintendent Dr. Matt Outlaw, where they rated him highly effective. Board member Bob Eisiminger was absent with notice. “We continue to be very impressed with Dr. Outlaw’s work in the district,” said board member […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Ortonville-Today the quiet northern Michigan town of Kalkaska is known for the trout festival and great snowmobiling in the winter. But a former resident cared more about murder then outdoor activities. Between 1887 and 1903, serial killer Kalakaska native Mary McKnight, murdered between 12 and 18 people including her own […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer At 7 p.m., Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, Brandon Middle School is putting on their musical, Willy Wonka Jr., at the BHS performing arts center. “It follows Willy Wonka, he’s trying to find an heir and our protagonist is little Charlie Bucket,” said co-director Kristen Kelsey. “It’s fun and holiday […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Ortonville-Christmas comes to town. From noon-5 p.m., Dec. 1 the annual Christmas in the Village celebration with more than 20 different activities to kick off the holiday season. Celebrate a little early by checking out downtown and voting on the best window decor by donating inside the businesses. All money […]