Letters to the Editor Oct. 26, 2024

Thank you The Order of the Eastern Stars Chapter #286 has surrendered their charter as of October 16, 2024. We would like to thank the community of Ortonville who have supported us for 123 years. We have been proud to be part of this community. Over the years you have supported us by attending many, […]

Oakland County voters to decide on park, rec millage

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Oakland Cty. — On Nov. 5, Oakland County voters will have a county parks and recreation millage proposal on the ballot. The proposed millage would levy .65 mills for 20 years, which would equal $65 per $100,000 of taxable property value. It would also replace the current millage, and is an […]

Brandon School district audit clean, fund balance 13.6%

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — On Oct. 21, at the Brandon Board of Education meeting, Chris Kassob and Lauren Solano of Plante Moran presented the school district’s annual financial statements and auditor’s report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The board voted 7-0 to approve the audit. According to the audit […]

November 5, 2024 Voter’s Guide Part 2

Editor’s Note: Earlier this month, The Citizen e-mailed questions to candidates in Atlas, Brandon and Groveland Townships. The general election is November 5, 2024. Candidates were limited to 35-word responses. Key: (NP) Non-partisan race, (D) Democrat, (R) Republican and (I) Incumbent. Goodrich Village Council 4-year term (Vote for 3) Name & years in the district: […]

Public Notice: Brandon Township

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Regular Meeting The Charter Township of Brandon Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing November 19, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. at Brandon Township Offices, 395 Mill Street, Ortonville, Michigan 48462. To consider the following ordinance: 1) Amendment to the Regulation of Animals Ordinance Section 46-282 Written comments may be sent to […]

Public Notice: Groveland Township

NOTICE OF ELECTION GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN November 5 th , 2024 GENERAL ELECTION To the qualified electors of Groveland Township: Notice is hereby given that a general election will be held in Groveland Township on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.at the following locations: […]

Richard Main

Main, Richard Owen – Age 84, of Goodrich, passed away October 19, 2024. Funeral services will be held 3:00 pm Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center,  6063 Fenton Road, Grand Blanc. Visitation will be held 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Saturday, October 26. Those desiring may make contributions in his […]

John Bishop

John Bishop, age 80, passed away peacefully on October 4th, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 6th, 1944, in Ontario, Canada, to Dalton and Edna Bishop, John was a kind person who filled the lives of those around him with love and inspiration. John married his wife, the love of his […]

Spooky street

Spooky street

Blakely Smith dressed as a witch and Mac King from Blue Crow Talent during the Ortonville Witches Night Out on Oct. 12. Photo: Patrick McAbee.

‘You never know when you’re going to be able to help someone live another 20 years’

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com When Mike Sheridan’s heart stopped at a volleyball game, Maria Lauinger was in the right place at the right time. “I’ve known him for about 15 years, we’re friends,” said Lauinger, a Brandon Township resident. “He was walking to the bathroom, and about 30 seconds before anyone hollered, someone called 911. […]

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