By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon — The Brandon School District is expanding their plan to update the required readings for the high school English Language Arts. In the 2020-2021 school year, the ELA teachers had a goal of getting students to read more, and implemented free reading times, where students could read a book of […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Atlas Twp. — On Monday night the Atlas Township Board of Trustees voted 5-0 to appoint Jim Lusty and Greg Thurk to the Township Planning Commission for a three year term from Dec. 1 to Nov. 30, 2027. Joel Mallery was appointed to the Township Zoning Board of Appeals for a […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — The Nov. 5 election has been certified, and the write-in candidates for the Brandon Township Library Board have been announced. Write-in candidates Verna Cole, John Crokett, Kellie Ann Faw, Cheryl Gault, Jan Rathbug and Debra Kay Taylor have been elected to the library board. Following the April 23 […]
By David Fleet dfleet@mihomepaper.com Goodrich — Restoration to a century and half year old village landmark could begin this spring. The historic Goodrich Ladies Library Museum, 10219 Hegel Road is showing its age and is in need of significant repairs. Earlier this year the Goodrich Village Council authorized H2A Architects to conduct a feasibility study of […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor Orion Twp. — A massive explosion at the Keatington New Town Condominiums on Tuesday evening destroyed at least one condominium and heavily damaged several others, authorities said. Two people with critical injuries were transported to the hospital, and a couple more individuals sustained minor injuries, said Orion Township Fire Chief […]
Emma LaBrie, kindergartner at Reid Elementary, with her grandfather Paul Vassall, Brandon Firefighter and Navy veteran during Lunch with a Hero at Reid on Nov. 11. Photo: Patrick McAbee.
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp.— As firearm deer season opens, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and Brandon School District are reminding hunters to be aware of school property while out hunting. “Deer hunting regular firearm season runs Nov. 15-30,” said OCSO Brandon Schools Liaison Officer Jason Pence. “Please be mindful of school properties and […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp.— During the regular meeting on Nov. 12, the Brandon Township board of trustees unanimously approved changes to the short-term rental ordinance. “As many of you know, the state is trying to still come after (short term rentals) and make it legal, and make it so we can’t do much […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — During the regular meeting on Nov. 12, the Brandon Township board of trustees unanimously approved the 2025 Community Development Block Grant funds. $22,938 was allocated to public facilities and improvements – senior center and $4,048 was allocated to public services – youth services. “In September I had to […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — On Nov. 12, the Brandon Township board of trustees voted unanimously to approve an amendment to the zoning ordinance to add regulations for accessory dwelling units. “What they’re trying to do with this one, from my understanding, is limit mother-in-law suites for example,” said Supervisor Jayson Rumball. “But […]