They’re back
From left, Olivia Fox and Juliana Davis standing on the bus as they arrived at Reid Elementary School in Goodrich. The first day of school was Aug. 27. Photo by Patrick McAbee.
New GMS science teacher brings Japanese language, culture
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich-On Monday night the school board of trustees voted 7-0 to hire Brandon Kreft as the new middle school sixth and seventh grade science teacher. A Sterling Heights native, Kreft attended Utica Community School and graduated in 1997. He then attended Oakland University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry […]
September is Septic System Awareness month
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Ortonville-The village has declared September as Septic System Awareness month. “Obviously this village is very dependent on the health of their septic systems,” said village manager Bill Sprague. “We’ve also partnered with Harrison Hoe.” Harrison Hoe will be offering, if you make an appointment within the month of September and […]
Board OKs pay hike for teachers
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich-On Monday night the school board of trustees voted 7-0 to approve contract changes with the Goodrich Education Association. District Superintendent Ryan Relken outlined the contract changes during the meeting. On June 23 the school district and the GEA reached a tentative agreement on wages and contract language for 2018-19. The […]
Driver flees after crashing into home
At 8:55 p.m., Aug. 22, Brandon deputies responded to a home for a vehicle accident. Upon arrival, deputies observed a silver Chevy pickup truck in the driveway where it had struck the house. The owner of the residence stated he had spoken with the driver of the vehicle. The driver had offered to pay cash […]
Crosswalk warning sign eyed by council
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Ortonville- The village will be investing in pedestrian crosswalk warning devices for South Street per a 6-0 vote at the Monday night council meeting. Councilman Mark Robinson was absent with notice. “I’ve received two quotes, I’m waiting for two more quotes,” said village manager Bill Sprague. “They’re coming in at […]
Stakes out line preservation park
By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer The Ortonville Wildlife Preservation Park survey has been performed and temporary stakes are out to mark the property lines. “Twenty-five years ago when my wife and I first moved in, we bought the home from a couple who had a play structure, swing set, right in the same spot our […]
Clerk’s say group seeks copies of 2016 presidential ballots
By Shelly Stewart Staff Writer Clerks across the state of Michigan are working on an unusual Freedom of Information Act Request. The request asks for all ballots from the November 2016 election. The estimated cost for the FOIA request is $2,293 for Brandon Township. “I don’t want the burden to go to the taxpayers,” said […]
Backyard brawl
The Brandon Blackhawks will host the Goodrich Martians at 7 p.m., Aug. 30. The rivalry game will feature special ‘Never Quit’ football jerseys for both teams to honor Oakland County Deputy Eric Overall. Photo by Patrick McAbee. By David Fleet Editor It’s on again. After a year hiatus old rivals will meet again as the Goodrich Martians visit the […]
Board OK’s next phase of building renovations
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp.- At a cost of $36,800 the township board of trustees OK’d by a 5-0 vote, NJB Architects Inc. to prepare the bidding and construction documents for the next phases of the township building renovations. “There would no construction until the spring of 2019,” said Tere Onica, township supervisor. “It […]