By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Ortonville- On Monday night the village council voted 4-2 to reappoint Melanie Nivelt to the planning commission. Council members Mark Butzu and Mark Robinson were the only two who opposed the reappointment. “I’ve worked with Melanie for quite a while. She’s very dedicated, she goes above and beyond, and it’s […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Ortonville- On Monday night, the village council voted 6-0 to accept the resignation of now-former council member Karen Sleva, effective immediately. “We appreciate the two years of time and commitment that Karen Sleva has served, as a Trustee on the Village of Ortonville Council,” said village president Tonja Brice. “During […]
By David Fleet Editor Holly-On a cold, damp December morning Ortonville VFW Commander Dennis Hoffman announced the name of a veteran at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. “It’s customary for volunteers who place a wreath on a veteran’s grave to say aloud their name,” said Hoffman.“It keeps the memory of that veteran alive.” On […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.-On Dec. 13, a 32-year-old township man was arraigned on a charge of animal cruelty and neglect of 10 or more animals, which is up to a 4 year felony. Andrew Scott was arraigned in 52-2 District Court in Independence Township. The Oakland County Animal Control investigation found 31 […]
Carrie Pollard Brandon Firefighter and EMT with an eight year old Brandon Student. Photos by Shelby Stewart By Shelbyt Stewart Staff Writer Toys, kids and and some local heros gathered for a growing Christmas tradition. On Dec. 6, six Brandon Township students—two paried with Oakland County Sheriff officers from Brandon along with four with Brandon […]
Brandon Twp., A 32-year-old Brandon Township man was arraigned today on a charge of cruelty and neglect of 10 or more animals in 52-2 District Court in Independence Township. Andrew Elroy Scott faces up to four years in prison following an Oakland County Animal Control Division investigation involving 31 farm animals from a petting zoo […]
Goodrich-Funky Dogs Pizza & Pasta has arrived. Cory Robinson owner of the local pizza eatery, 8341 S. State Road opened in August with a new funky look to some classic favorites. “We’ve been doing great here, our carry out and delivery have increased each week,” said Robinson, a Grand Blanc native. “You’re not dealing with […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- At the Dec. 3, township board of trustees meeting Lt. Lance Cook from Michigan State Police gave a presentation about speeding on the dirt roads and the possibility of a speed study. “People drive a speed that feels safe and reasonable to them,” said Cook. “The thing with […]
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer On May 13, Lynne Wummel and Jenny Cupp started on a journey spanning more than 4,000 miles with just their bikes, 30 pounds of gear and the open road. On Dec. 17, they will be sharing their story. “We will be sharing pictures and stories about the life on the […]
Kelley Alford’s second grade students from Oaktree Elementary School Dear Santa, I like my elf Elma. She is good at hiding. Please tell her that she can hide in the fridge. Now let’s talk about poor people. When will you give things to poor people? Toys, clothes, shoes too. They really need it soooooooooooooo bad. […]