Valentines times two
Twin sisters Brianna and Adrianna VanHorrick, 6 years old of Reid Elementray School exchange Valentines in Kathy Smith’s kindergarten class on Feb. 14. Photo by Patrick McAbee.
Township teen critial but stable after M-15 crash
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp.-An 18 year township women is listed in critical but stable condition at Genesys Medical Center following a two car collision at about 5:30 a.m., Feb. 13, near M-15 and Collidge Road. According to Genesee County Sheriff reports, Corinn Linkowski was traveling northbound on M-15 in a Saturn sedan and […]
Pot not sold here
By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp.-On Monday night the township board of trustees voted 5-0 to prohibit all marijuana establishments within the boundaries of the township. “We are not doing anything that changes someone’s right to use marijuana,” said Bob Depalma, township supervisor. “Or grow it under the requirements for personal consumption. The issues is […]
Sold: Belle Ann Elementary
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- The Belle Ann Elementary School building has sold. On Feb. 11, the school board voted 5-0 to sell the building to buyer Chuck Schneider. Trustee Kevin McClellan, was absent with notice and Trustee John Chartier abstained from the vote due to a conflict of interest. Schneider previously made […]
Township, police take aim at underage vaping
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- On Feb. 4, the township board approved the first reading of an ordinance pertaining to tobacco and vapor products. The first reading was approved 6-0. Treasurer Terri Darnall was absent with notice. “It’s a big topic of discussion with the schools,” said Lt. Greg Glover, Oakland County Sheriff’s […]
Dixie Highway resurfacing
By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp.- The Road Commission for Oakland County announced the resurfacing of Dixie Highway between Oak Hill Road north to the Genesee County line the summer—about seven miles. The $2.5 million project will include milling in rough areas and asphalt. The project is expected to take about a week and is […]
Elementary school discipline probe continues
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich – An investigation that started last month at Oaktree Elementary school regarding alleged disciplinary issues that involve the superintendent’s son was updated at Monday’s school board meeting. The school district recently initiated a review process based on parent concerns claiming students protected under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or […]
Social media harassment enforcement ramped up
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- On Feb. 4, the township board of trustees approved the first reading for a new harassment ordinance 6-0. The ordinance addresses harassment via texting and social media, which was not addressed in the previous ordinance. “We currently have a harassment ordinance, but it does not cover texting, anything […]
Safety, security recommendations at bus stop eyed by school distirct
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer During a special meeting on Feb. 11, Detective Rich Hubble gave a presentation to the Brandon School Board on his safety and security recommendation. “Before I left, I started working on a project, I was trying to look at any of our weaknesses,” said Hubble. “I don’t believe we’re going […]
Weather woes
Sara Ward of Brandon Township, covers her face due to some major swings in Michigan winter weather. First a Polar Vortex dropped temperatures to record lows, then freezing rain hammered the area followed by high winds. Photo by Patrick McAbee.