Blackhawks soar

Blackhawks soar

From left, Jennifer Bland, Juan Roque and BHS Principal Dan Stevens. On June 8 Roque walked across stage to receive his diploma. Photo by Mo Voyer By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Juan Roque just wanted to walk across the stage for his diploma like a normal kid. “First of all, I didn’t have practice, so […]

Clerk-treasurer job offered to supervisor

By C.J. Carnacchio Leader Editor Oxford-Onica’s the one. On Monday night the village council voted 4-1 to extend a contract for village clerk-treasurer to Atlas Township Supervisor Teresa Onica. “I have no doubt whatsoever that she’ll be able to immediately step in and take care of all the responsibilities necessary,” said Councilman Erik Dolan, who […]

Audit:Township in good financial position

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer Brandon Twp.-On June 4 at the board of trustees meeting, Ken Palka of Pfeffer, Hanniford, Palka CPAs presented the township’s annual financial statements and auditor’s report for the fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2017. The board voted 6-0 to approve the audit. Trustee Kris Kordella was absent with notice. “Overall […]

Culpepper and Merriweather circus returns

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer On June 21, the circus will be returning to Ortonville. “We had rave reviews the last time,” said Ed Albertson, Ortonville Lions Club event coordinator. “It was very well received.” The Culpepper and Merriweather circus will be putting on two shows, at 5 and 7:30 p.m., on June 21, sponsored […]

‘Fill Your Mind and Shelf With Knowledge’

By Shelby Stewart Staff Writer The Brandon Township Public Library will be hosting a new program for the residents of Sashabaw Meadows and Clarkston Lakes thanks to a grant received from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. “Our desired outcome is that the books and classes will promote Lifelong Learning and love for literature,” […]

Council will not renew administrator contract

By David Fleet Editor Goodrich- On Monday night the village council voted 3-2 to not renew the village administrator/clerk contract for Jakki Sidge. Jake Vick, Tim Light and Tim Barraco voted to not renew the contract. While Council President Mark Baldwin and Council member Shannon McCafferty voted to renew. Vick made the motion, seconded by […]

Twp. planners eye outdoor rec

By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp.-At 7 p.m., June 20, the township planning commission will host a public hearing to discuss the possible rezoning of 80 acres at 8164 Perry Road from Residential Suburban Agricultural to Outdoor Recreation Area. The rezoning idea was first presented under public comment by a representative of R5 Farms on […]

State officials take a look at Atlas Township Park

By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp.-On Tuesday afternoon about 40 individuals from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund Board, the Genesee County Parks and Recreation along with local officials gathered at the Atlas County Park, 9139 Hegel Road for a tour of the new property. The group were part of a tour of […]

‘Water infrastructure 101’ at township library

By David Fleet Editor From 6:30 -8 p.m., June 21, the Brandon Township Public Library, 304 South St., will host “Water Infrastructure 101,” with Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash. “For areas in Brandon Township and northern Oakland County well water is the source for drinking water,” said Nash. “In these area that have wells, […]

Martian grads

Martian grads

From left, Blake Keefer a Navy Seabee greets younger brother Hunter Keefer at GHS graduation. Photo by Patrick McAbee.  By David Fleet Editor Goodrich-Hunter Keefer was just seconds from receiving his diploma. “I was next,” said Hunter, 17, one of about 160 high school graduates who participated in commencement on June 3. “Then Mr. Davis, […]