By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Goodrich— The Goodrich High School Theatre is transforming into Almost, Maine. ‘Almost, Maine’, by John Cariani, is a play comprised of nine shorter one-scene plays, all taking place in the almost-town of Almost, Maine one winter night. “’Almost, Maine’ is special because it brings warmth, humor, and a touch of magic […]
Veterans Day As we approach Veterans Day, we pause to honor and recognize these brave men and women, who have selflessly put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms, and to protect our way of life. Their sacrifice is a constant reminder of the high cost of freedom and the debt of gratitude […]
Lillian Hodge as a Monarch butterfly during the Reid Elementary Halloween parade on Oct. 31. Photo: Patrick McAbee.
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — For the month of November, the Ortonville Downtown Development Authority and Main Street Oakland County are hosting their annual Local Gem Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes is part of the Shop Small and Local initiative from Oakland County to encourage shopping at small businesses this holiday season. “Let’s face it, our […]
Treats and Trails thank you The Brandon Township Public Library would like to thank the following businesses and organizations for hosting booths at our Treats & Trails event held at the Brandon Township Community Park on October 26th, 2024: Brandon Township Parks and Recreation, The Friends of the Brandon Township Public Library, Wojo’s Greenhouse, The […]
This week I finished the first draft of my next book, which is the good and bad news. It’s good news because I’m one step closer to publishing my next book, but it’s bad news because now I have to edit and market my own work. Now, listen, I edit and market my work all […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — On Nov. 9, the fourth annual Rucksack Walk through Ortonville will start at Bearss Fitness, 4 N. Ortonville Road, at 8 a.m. A Ruck Sack Walk is a walk with a weighted rucksack or back pack. The 5k walk is a fundraiser for area veterans. “Basically, you can put […]
Ortonville — Oakwood Art Studio, a new go-to place for fun and artistic expression is open! “Our mission is all about having fun while making art together,” says owner Deb Scott. With a BFA, an MFA in digital imaging and design, and 20 plus years of experience in graphic design, animation, and teaching, Deb is […]
SYNOPSIS ATLAS TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2024 at 5:30pm 7386 S. GALE RD. GRAND BLANC, MI 48439 (810) 636-2548 Members Present: P. Major, B. June, A. Moore, J. Busch Members Absent: K. Vick Staff Present: D. Lattie, L. Christner, T. Yaklin, J. Vernier The Board took the following actions: 1.) […]
VILLAGE OF ORTONVILLE PUBLICE HEARING NOTICE COMMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village of Ortonville will hold a Public Hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant (CBDG) Funds. The hearing will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. during a Regular Meeting of the Village […]