By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. —During the regular Monday night meeting, the Brandon Board of Education voted to increase the tuition rates for the Brandon preschool academy beginning next school year. “It’s been at least eight years since an increase,” said District Chief Financial Officer Jan Ziesel. Zeisel presented the board with a […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — On Monday night the village council voted 4-0 to adopt a resolution for the Michigan Department of Transportation for resurfacing on West Hegel Road in the village. Council member Sherry Moore was absent. The estimated cost of the project is $229,400 with $181,204 in federal funds. The village share […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — During the Monday night meeting, the Brandon Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a change from four-year terms to six-year terms to board of education members. The transition to six-year terms will be complete with the 2028 election cycle. “As the Brandon Board of Education strives […]
Ro and Reece Morris with their mom Rechelle at Brandon Township Library create pop-up hearts in preparation for Valentines Day, Feb. 14. Photo: Patrick McAbee.
By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp. — In just a few weeks, daffodils will bloom, geese will return and orange construction barrels will once again pop up. Bridge and road work along I-75 in northern Oakland County is expected to resume in early March. The Michigan Department of Transportation is investing approximately $160 million to […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — A combination of escalated interest rates up substantially from their historic lows a few years ago, lower home inventories and higher prices has produced a challenging real estate market for buyers and sellers. However, this scenario could see a change later this spring as mortgage rates are expected […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp.— During the Monday night meeting, the Brandon Township board of trustees voted 6-1 to approve the replacement of the roof on Fire Station Three, 5050 Oakwood Road. The station was built around 2003 and has not had a new roof since then. “The roof at Station 3 is […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich—The Goodrich School District is seeking staff, parents and community members to participate in one of three Strategic Planning Action Teams. The deadline is Feb. 15. “We look forward to creating positive change together and shaping a future that reflects the aspirations of everyone involved,” said Mike Baszler, district superintendent. “Together, […]
A female cardinal contemplates a January snowfall in Brandon Township. According to the National Weather Service about four inches of heavy snow arrived on Tuesday morning. The winter conditions will give way to sunshine and temperatures in the 40s. Photo: Jonathan Schechter.
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. —On Jan. 30, three educators were honored in the Brandon School District with teacher of the year awards. At the secondary level, the recipient was high school teacher Jenny Gieselman. “From the time I was an upper elementary student, I have always loved working with kids,” she said. […]