Groveland Twp.-A WWII helmet and a military jungle hat set on top of the veterans monument at the Ortonville Cemetery were removed recently. “We just want them back,” said Dennis Hoffman, Ortonville VFW commander. “The military hats were donated by the local families of veterans and have been a part of the monument for the […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer By a 3-2 vote and amidst some debate at their July 25 meeting, the village council approved the hire of David M. Jenkins as the new Downtown Development Authority (DDA) director. Council President Wayne Wills and Councilmembers Tonja Brice and Keith Dylus voted yes. Councilmembers Courtney McClerren and Coleen Skornicka […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.– A jilted boyfriend is suspected of arson that damaged three vehicles and a house. Brandon deputies and firefighters responded at about 3:45 a.m., July 24 to a residence in the 4600 block of Ramsey Road for a vehicle fire. En route, they were advised that the house was […]
By David Fleet Editor (Update) A Goodrich businessman and resident was arrested on July 18 after he allegedly used the social media app Grindr to attract a 14-year-old boy into his home for sex. Sheriff Robert Pickell announced on Thursday morning that Terry Cadarette, 48, will face three counts of criminal sexual conduct, one count […]
By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp.– Jennifer Simsack lives about a half-mile east of the Perryville Road and Dixie Highway intersection. For most weekends the rural crossroads has very little traffic. However, in late summer the placid country intersection takes on a new look during the weekends in late August through early October when nearby […]
(Editor’s note:Earlier this month, The Citizen newspaper e-mailed questions to candidates in the 51st State House District, which serves Atlas and Groveland townships along with the Village of Goodrich. Candidates were limited to 30 word responses. Key: (I) Incumbent, (R) Republican and (D) Democrat. Name:John Lauve (R) Age: 75 Years in the 51st District:20 Years Education: University […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- It was standing room only at a board workshop regarding the Iron Belle Trail on Monday. Among the people crowding the township office room for the meeting, 35 were counted as in support of the trail, 27 were opposed, and five were indifferent. “We are directly affected— it […]
By David Fleet Editor A Goodrich businessman and resident was arrested on July 18 after he allegedly used the so cial media app Grindr to attract a 14-year-old by into his home for sex. Sheriff Robert Pickell announced on Thursday morning that Terry Cadarette, 48, will face three counts of criminal sexual conduct, one count […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.-The path that led Chris Deines to being named the new Brandon athletic director included time in an airport prior to his honeymoon flight. Deines, who was unanimously approved as the district’s new AD at the July 18 board of education meeting, was newly wed to wife Danielle in […]
Township resident tends to historic Lake Michigan lighthouse, reflects on island life
By David Fleet Editor Leland-For about the past month Jonathan Schechter had a room with a spectacular view. From May 24 until June 28 Schechter, a Brandon Township resident and on-call firefighter, served as the lighthouse keeper on South Manitou Island. He was one of three individuals selected by the National Park Service for the […]