‘Hats off’ Martian Class of 2025

On May 22, 2025 the Goodrich High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony took place at the high school gymnasium. Photo: David Hodgkin.
On May 22, 2025 the Goodrich High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony took place at the high school gymnasium. Photo: David Hodgkin.
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — At 6:30 p.m., on June 23, the Ortonville Village Council will host a public hearing to discuss a potential millage to resurface village roads. The hearing is for residence to comment to the village council about a levy of additional millage rates for the 2026 fiscal year, which begins […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Groveland Township — An ongoing multi-year I-75 rebuilding project spanning several miles between Clarkston and the Genesee County line that’s been the catalyst of numerous traffic issues arrived at a tipping point following a fatality on May 20. Fire Chief Matt Weil, North Oakland County Fire Authority (NOCFA) representing Holly and […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville— The Brandon Township Public Library is officially certified as a sensory-inclusive location by KultureCity. “As the library continues to evolve and focus on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all visitors, this certification marks another significant step toward that goal,” said Library Director Laura Fromwiller. “Our entire team has been […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — Ortonville might not be home to marijuana shops any time soon. “Their applications were conditionally approved for those specific buildings,” said Village Manager Matt Ryan. “That was two-ish years ago.” During the 2022 August election, voters approved an Adult Use Marihuana Establishment Ordinance by a narrow margin of five […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Atlas Twp. — At 7 p.m., June 18, the Atlas Township Planning Commission, 7384 Gale Road will host a meeting to discuss a new ordinance regarding battery energy storage systems. The ordinance is necessary considering the ITC high-voltage transmission lines that cross Groveland Township are the same that also span Atlas […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Goodrich —The mathematics curriculum will have a few changes this coming fall for Goodrich High School students. On April 28, the Goodrich Board of Education voted 7-0 to transition from the current Integrated Math 1 to Algebra 1 beginning in the 2025–2026 school year. The decision follows a comprehensive curriculum review […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Groveland Twp.— On Monday night, the township board of trustees OK’d by a vote of 5-0 a three year special use permit for the Renaissance Festival. The 46th annual event will kick off on Aug. 16 and conclude Sept. 28. Over the years the late summer event has attracted thousands to Hollygrove, […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Ortonville — The weather is warmer and Ortonville is the first stop for some summer fun. From 5-10 p.m., on June 13, the Ortonville Downtown Development Authority is hosting their first Summer Kick-Off event, which includes food trucks, live music, and a beer tent sponsored by the DDA. “Join us for […]
Tammie Mirolli hugging BHS seniors Reilyn McKinney and Madelyn Darling during the clap-out on May 30. Photo: Patrick McAbee.