By David Fleet Editor Goodrich-ELGA Credit Union announced last week the purchase of the Oxford Bank branch, 8125 State Road. ELGA Credit Union CEO Karen Church said the 2,800-square foot retail banking facility is expected to open in June. “The Goodrich branch is an excellent opportunity for ELGA along M-15,” said Church. “We are continually […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer A former Brandon Township man who fled the state after allegedly repeatedly sexually assaulting a 12-year-old child has been brought to justice, seven years later. Gary Tremayne Hollins was extradited back to Michigan last month from Missouri and was arraigned at 52-2 District Court on six counts of first degree […]
By David Fleet Editor On Feb. 7 the Greater Ortonville Chamber of Commerce board of directors voted 5-1 to disband the local organization. Roy Langolf, chamber vice-president, said a lack of interest prompted the vote. “Today the chamber consists of about 30 members,” said Langolf, owner of Village Funeral Home, 135 South St., Ortonville. “We […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- A proposed weapons ordinance, as well as two other ordinances from the building department, have been shot down for now. A standing room only crowd at the Feb. 6 township board meeting voiced strong objections to the first reading of a weapons ordinance, which the board subsequently agreed […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- Oh well. Repairs to the library’s well, which are taking longer than expected, are testing the patience of patrons as well as employees. “The board and the staff are clamoring for us to be back in business and serving the community,” said Library Director Rebecca Higgerson on Wednesday, […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- Back to seven. Scott Broughton is the newest township trustee, appointed by a 5-1 vote during the board’s Feb. 6 meeting. Treasurer Terri Darnall made the motion to appoint Broughton, with support from Clerk Candee Allen, and yes votes from Supervisor Kathy Thurman and Trustees Dana DePalma and […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Ortonville -When Randy Gregory first began uncovering data regarding septic systems in the village, he was dismayed. An initial set of numbers showed that half of the structures in the village were built before 1980. Septic systems installed prior to 1980 are at the largest risk of failure. However, as […]
The Citizen was honored with four awards in the 2016 Michigan Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest, marking the eighth straight year of recognition in the state’s largest journalism competition. The Hoosier Press Association judged 3,384 entries submitted by 107 Michigan newspapers in the 2016 contest. The Citizen competes in Weekly Class B, among publications with […]
By David Fleet Editor Ortonville -The new 46th State House District Representative Republican John Reilly visited the village last month. Reilly, 59, an Oakland Township resident, succeeds term-limited Rep. Bradford Jacobsen. “I’m looking forward to the opportunity to serve and represent the community in Lansing,” he said. “There’s plenty to work on and I welcome […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Ortonville -The village is forging ahead with plans for an Iron Belle Trail segment. Village Manager David Trent applied for a $35,000 grant from the Department of Natural Resources last month. “Our vision is to establish a new trailhead at the juncture or curve of Church Street, across from the […]