Brandon Twp.- Residents are being urged to use caution when burning leaves after multiple brush fires last month. Firefighters responded to a blaze that spread to a wooded area near Palisades and Circle Drive in the township, as well one near Baldwin and Oakwood roads that required mutual aid from the Oxford Fire Department. Both […]
Brandon Twp.- Superintendent Matt Outlaw has met or exceeded goals for the school district in less than a year on the job and on Monday night, the board rewarded his work. In a 6-0 vote, the board approved extending Outlaw’s contract by one year, to 2018. Boardmember Lisa Kavalhuna was absent. ‘In the evaluation process, […]
(This is the final story in a series about the Religious Diversity Journeys program, in which nine Brandon Middle School students took part this school year, learning about various religions by visiting houses of worship. The program culminated in a tour of the Detroit Institute of Arts. Previous stories can be found at www.thecitizenonline.com) Detroit- […]
Brandon Twp.- Students here and across the state were tested this week with M-STEP. The M-STEP replaces MEAP, the previous Michigan standardized test, and while teachers and students weren’t sure what to expect and results won’t be known for an undetermined amount of time, district administrators are celebrating district success on another exam. During the […]
Brandon Twp.- Having trouble understanding Proposal 1? The Road Commission of Oakland County would like to help. Representatives from RCOC have been conducting presentations on the ballot proposal that if approved would increase the state sales tax to 7 percent and raise funds for maintenance of Michigan roads. The RCOC will present their program on […]
Brandon Twp.- For Marcy Carney, running isn’t about finishing first or getting a personal best. Sometimes, it’s just about crossing the finish line. And sometimes, it’s about proving that you won’t be defeated, regardless of what you’re up against. Carney, now 43, ran her first 5K in August 2013, encouraged by friend and fellow township […]
Brandon Twp.-Like to read? Want to talk about books and make new friends? There is a book club waiting for you at the library, 304 South St. Royann Hassinger and Susie Lewicki, both township residents, are original members of the Brandon Bibliophiles, now known simply as the ‘Book Club.? The group was started about 18 […]
Brandon Twp.- Learn how to protect yourself or elderly loved one during a program planned for this Wednesday. ‘Elder abuse/older adult safety issues? will be presented by the Oakland County Health Division from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., April 22, at the library, 304 South St. ‘We’ll talk about the different forms of elder abuse? mental abuse, […]
Brandon Twp.-The black and white photos are anywhere from 70 to 82 years old. The eyes that stare out from them are those of men, women and children. The expressions on the faces vary, but are most often ones of confusion, resignation, and absolute misery. They are nameless and many, and accompanied by photos of […]
Brandon Twp.- ‘Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.? ~Fred Rogers On a recent afternoon, in Amanda Ingalls? preschool class at Harvey Swanson Elementary, some serious work and learning is underway while children play? […]