A passion for poinsettias
Noonie Kowalski and Tricia Daymond of Wojo’s Greenhouse, 2570 Oakwood Road, Brandon Township putting out poinsettias ahead of Christmas. Photo: Patrick McAbee.
Parents urged to watch for signs of vaping in teens
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — Local law enforcement are advising parents of students to be aware of lethargic or new behaviors, a fruit-like smell and a film on inside of the car windows. Across the nation, vaping is on the rise among teens. According to the Food and Drug administration, about 10% […]
MSP: Domestic violence shooting ends in arrest
By David Fleet Editor Holly Twp. — At 10:40 p.m., Dec. 13, Michigan State Police Second District responded to a residence just west I-75 and Grange Hall Road for a domestic violence non-fatal shooting. When troopers arrived at the residence they located a victim that had been shot in the leg. Preliminary investigation revealed that the […]
Students behind the wheel: Save a Life Tour
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — On Friday morning Charlotte Bemus was behind the wheel and out of control. “It was scary not having full control over the situation while driving,” said Bemus, a 17-year-old Goodrich High School junior and licensed driver. “If I were in this situation I would not want to hurt anyone, […]
Parking issues halt future of old village fire hall
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich— On Monday night the Goodrich Village Council voted 5-0 to send a proposal for a conditional use authorization on 10214 Hegel Road, the old fire hall back to the planning commission for reconsideration. On Nov. 28, the village planning commission voted 5-3 with one abstention to deny a conditional use […]
Groveland Township Fire Department, operation, funding evaluation
By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp. — On Monday night the Groveland Township Board of Trustees were presented a comprehensive evaluation of the township fire department. At a cost of $4,000 on Jan. 9, the township retained Rich Marinucci, of the Firefighters Safety Officers Association to study the township fire department. “It’s clear we have to […]
Tree perfection
Kristina and Jeremy picking our a Christmas tree with their daughter Evelyn at the Goodrich Lions Club Christmas Tree sale. Photo: Patrick McAbee.
Recognizing our Hometown Heroes
By David Fleet Editor During the holiday season, the communities attention turns to those in need. One group that often endures difficulties, but is often overlooked, is the area military families. The Citizen newspaper is once again recognizing our local military men and women serving our country away from home during the holiday season by […]
Shop with a Hero
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Oxford — On Dec. 6, several Brandon residents gathered at the Oxford Meijer to Shop with a Hero. Every year, members of the Brandon Fire Department and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Brandon Substation partner with Meijer to shop with area residents to help enhance their Christmas. “Meijer provides the […]
Court awards monetary judgement in dam breaches
By David Fleet Editor Midland— At least some accountability for loss of property owned by a Goodrich family due to dam breaches that caused massive flooding on a central Michigan river was recently decided on by a Michigan Court. On Nov. 27, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan awarded the State […]