Gavin Cherry, 15, and Mac Cherry, 8, checking to see if their homemade ice rink in Goodrich is ready for skating. With seasonal, late January temperatures in the forcast the puck will be dropped on the weekend. Photo by Patrick McAbee.
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Outdoor igloos along with greenhouse structures are the new norm for dining out amidst fridge temperatures and a pandemic that’s shuttered restaurants nationwide. “We’re hoping that it’s going to give us a running chance at upping our numbers, which have been just atrociously bad,” said Amy Guirey, Village Pub, 411 […]
By David Fleet Editor For millions of people, their home has taken on a new role. “Before the pandemic, people would eat, drink, sleep and watch tv in their house,” said Michael Stoskopf, CEO of the Home Builders Association of Southeastern Michigan. “Now, since the pandemic hit, they actually have to live in their house. […]
By David Fleet Editor On Wednesday, Oakland County Sheriff Office Brandon Township Commander Lt. Greg Glover received the first of two doses of the Moderna vaccine to prevent the COVID-19 virus. The second dose will be needed in February. “When the vaccine was first rolled-out I was a naysayer,” said Glover. “I was convinced that […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer An Ortonville woman is one of four people in the state who sits on the state board of canvassers, and she was just reappointed to a four year term by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Jeannette Bradshaw was originally appointed to the board in 2013 by then-Governor Rick Snyder, then reappointed in […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp.-Step-by-step a trail system linking the township to Grand Blanc Township and beyond is inching closer. Once the approved pathway from Atlas heads west along Perry Road to Grand Blanc Township local groups have a vision of a system of trails connecting neighborhoods, businesses, recreational areas and people throughout their […]
From left, Lucas Goist and James Foley take a ride near Reid Elementary School during a recess break on Friday. The sledding may end this weekend as mild mid-January temperatures are forecasted for Southeastern Michigan. Photo by Patrick McAbee.
By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp.- On Monday night the township board of trustees agreed to engage the Oakland County Sheriff Office to seek possible suspects following an investigation of unspecified written allegations against the Township Fire Chief Kevin Mason. Last December, following a four month analysis by Jane Doe Investigations, that included dozens of […]
By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp.- Two local officials will be recognized this spring for their efforts in establishment of the new ORV park. Bob DePalma, township supervisor and George Kullis, Holly Township supervisor were recently awarded the MParks Local Elected Official award for their work during the construction of the 106-acre Holly Oaks ORV Park […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer At the regular meeting on Monday night, the Brandon Board of Education approved board positions for the 2021 calendar year. All votes were unanimous. Lisa Kavalhuna was approved for the position of president, Diane Salter was approved as vice president, Melissa Clark was approved to remain as secretary, and Kimberly […]