Looking to make a difference in the lives of children? Brandon Groveland Youth Assistance needs you. The organization that helps local children and families through programs including Mentors Plus, STARS, Adopt-a-Camper, and family education, is looking for volunteers of all ages. ‘We can’t run without volunteers,? said BGYA Caseworker Phyllis McCaffrey. In the past year, […]
Brandon Twp.- For years, Mark Devereaux passed the plaza located at the corner of Oakhill and Sashabaw roads and thought it would be a great location for a restaurant. Now, the idea has become a reality. Mark and his wife, Robin Devereaux, township residents, opened Oakhill Cafe & Grille at 5500 Oakhill Road on Sept. […]
Brandon Twp.- Susan McDowell accepted the keys to her new car with a big smile on Monday, and a lot of gratitude. ‘I would like to thank everyone for their support,? said the 2004 Brandon High School graduate. ‘It’s because of your wonderful community that I now have a car. I am so grateful for […]
Groveland Twp.- Pam Nichols had two birthdays this year. The traditional one was Sept. 2, when she turned 62. The other was Aug. 18, when doctors gave Nichols, who was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia last spring, a stem cell transplant and the chance to celebrate future birthdays. ‘The doctor said everyday is […]
Ortonville- Michigan now holds the record for the most people who sought a ticket to get into Antiques Roadshow. Mike Gaylord says 27,000 people wanted their antiques and collectibles appraised at a taping of the show in Grand Rapids last month. Locally, if you have antiques needing appraisal, you can get it done for free […]
Ortonville- Department of Public Works employee Bill Prince was suspended for 30 days without pay effective immediately at Monday’s village council meeting. Councilmembers Aileen Champion, Kay Green, Harold Batten and Melanie Nivelt voted yes on the disciplinary action, while Council President Ken Quisenberry and Councilman Dan Eschmann voted no. Councilwoman Mary Kassuba was absent. In […]
A 19-year-old Brandon Township man is facing jail time after pleading no contest to multiple charges from a baseball bat assault last April. Nicholas Goff pleaded no contest in front of Sixth Judicial Circuit Court Judge Edward Sosnick on Sept. 5 to third degree home invasion, two counts of assault with intent to commit great […]
Brandon Twp.- Verna Enerson describes her verde (green) chili as unique, with some ‘zing.? The dish, made with pork tenderloin, green chile peppers and chili powder, recently earned Enerson first place in the Michigan State Chili & Salsa Championship. The 60-something township resident will now head to Las Vegas for the 42nd Annual World Chili […]
Brandon Twp.- Rheumatoid arthritis has disfigured Rebecca Roberts? hands and feet, but it has never crushed her spirit and has even inspired her as a writer and artist. ‘I think the key is not to allow it to take over,? said Roberts, 65. ‘It’s your life, you have to pursue what you want to do. […]
The Brandon Blackhawks varsity football team improved to a perfect 2-0 record with a win on the road over the Clio High School Mustangs on Sept. 5. Dan Grost, sophomore running back for Brandon, scored on a 32-yard touchdown run and the extra point was kicked by Steve Cybulski, senior, in the third quarter of […]