By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Groveland Twp. — It’s been just over five years that a day to remember veterans nationwide moved a little closer to home when a group of scouts teamed up with Ortonville VFW Post 586 to recognize those who served. On March 15, a total of about 25 volunteers representing the Ortonville […]
Recently my best friend reached out asking how long it takes to adjust to a new prescription, because she’d gotten a new one for the first time in five years and her prescription more than doubled and her depth perception through her new glasses was a big adjustment. After I (gently, nicely) scolded her for […]
Thank you On Monday, March 17th the Edna Burton Senior Center served 97 community members a St. Patty’s Day luncheon. I would just like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that attended and also a BIG THANK YOU to all of my volunteers and staff members. Without my volunteers and staff, this luncheon would not […]
Michelle Renae Kier Hardin passed away suddenly on March 12 at her home in Lapeer. Michelle was 56. She was born November 22, 1968 to the late John Kier and late Shirley (nee: Ellman) Merrick. Michelle leaves her only son and best friend, Ryan Hardin; former husband Bryan Hardin; aunt, Jane Kier (Bruce) Moore; nieces, […]
Crocus pop-up in Ortonville last week following some sunny 60 degree days. Astronomers mark the start of our planet’s year on the Spring equinox—March 20 for 2025. Photo: Patrick McAbee
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon — On March 13, Brandon Groveland Youth Assistance hosted their annual sponsor breakfast to thank area sponsors and volunteers for the support they’ve given to area youth. They also featured speaker the Honorable Lisa Gorcyca, Sixth Circuit Court Judge, Family Division. “Everyone here is associated with some type of organization, […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Goodrich — Goodrich High School is going under the sea. At 7 p.m., March 20-22, and 2 p.m., on March 23, Goodrich High School Theatre is putting on a production of “The Little Mermaid.” “As we were searching for the perfect musical, we wanted to find a show that would not […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Independence Twp. — A Goodrich man was killed in a multi-car pile up crash on I-75 in Independence Township on March 11. According to Michigan State Police, the left two lanesa of southbound I-75 was blocked by Oakland County Road Commission near Sashabaw Road, leaving the right lane open and traffic […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon — Brandon Groveland Youth Assistance is launching their Soar Above It grant for area organizations who would like to host a program pertaining to mental health and wellness. “Students face many pressures that can affect their mental health,” said Matt Jenkins, Ortonville DDA Director and chairman of the BGYA Family […]
PARKER, Gladys Pauline – Age 75, of Ortonville, formerly of Flint, passed away peacefully February 17, 2025. Cremation arrangements provided by Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc. Gladys was born December 17, 1949, in Fort Wayne, IN the daughter of Walter and Eva (Smith) Zimmerman. Gladys graduated from Flint Northern […]