Youth leadership
An eight-week program in the fundamentals of oral communication and leadership is being planned for young people in the Ortonville area. ‘Youth Leadership? will be presented at no charge by members of Grand Blanc Area Toastmasters Club #6188 at 10 a.m., today, at Wojo’s Greenhouse, 2570 Oakwood Road. It is open to all young people 10-18 years of age at no cost.
The program offers young people an opportunity to learn effective speaking, analytical listening, and critical thinking. Details: Joe Wojciechowski (248) 379-3406 or (248) 627-6498 ext. 11

Prom boutique
Hope Closet Prom Boutique, a non-profit organization, is collecting gently used prom dresses and accessories for girls who otherwise would not be able to attend prom. Donations of clean and undamaged items will be accepted during regular Brandon Township Library hours until Feb. 29. The library is located at 304 South St.

Sentencing
A 26-year-old Brandon Township man who has consistently failed to register as a sex offender will face sentencing April 7.
William Andrew Page pleaded guilty Feb. 7 to four counts of sex offender’s failure to register, second offense, in front of 52-2 District Court Judge Kelley Kostin.
Page, who resides in the 4300 block of Wildwood Loop, failed to register during several registration periods, including July and October of 2006 and January, April, July and October of 2007.