From left, Shyonna Rumball, Jenna Cornea and Phoebe Whalen ‘Pizza Elves” of Papa Bella’s Pizza 425 Mill St. pass pizza out to customers during the recent Christmas Eve Winter Storm. Photo: Patrick McAbee. By David Fleet Editor Ortonville —The right mix of near blizzard conditions on a holiday weekend resulted in some difficult working conditions […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville — On Dec. 19, the village council voted 6-0 to have Olson Construction remove and replace the current ramp in front of Old Town Hall in accordance with the Heritage Garden Space redesign not to exceed $8,000. “That’s the first step then in being able to do the vision […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — On Dec. 12, representatives from Oakland County Intermediate School District gave a presentation to the Brandon board of education about the services available to the Brandon district, as well as how they have helped the district in the last two years. The presenters were Dr. Wanda Cook-Robinson, […]
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich— At 6 p.m., Jan. 9, 2023 the village council is expected to continue discussion on funding for cold-mill resurfacing of Hegel Road from Seneca Street to the Kearsley Creek Bridge. Also considered are sidewalk ramps on M-15 will be reconstructed to meet ADA requirements. The cost to the village will […]
Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Ortonville Christmas in the Village Parade on Dec. 3. Photo: David Fleet
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — Next year will mark 50 years of the Mentors Plus program through Oakland County Youth Assistance, and mentors are needed. “Mentors for Mentors Plus provide Mentees (youth) with a reliable, supportive friend with whom they can have fun, learn life skills and expand their experiences in their […]
By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — A longtime Atlas Township family recently donated a collection artifacts from very early inhabitants of the region to the Goodrich/Atlas Historical Society. Robert Hegel, the great, great, great grandson of Andrew Hegel shared the array of arrow and spear heads among other items found on the family farm spanning four generations. Also, included in the collection was a claw thought to be the last bear shot on the property. Michael Hambacher, staff archaeologist from the Lansing-based State Historic Preservation Office, […]
By David Fleet Editor Ortonville — A white Christmas is almost certain for Southeast Michigan for 2022 as winter storm watches were posted for Michigan as of press time Dec. 21. However, few reported storms (so far) topped the blast on April 5, 1886 when temperatures dipped to 38 degrees and southeastern lower Michigan was […]
The lighting of the Village Tree on Hegel Road, Dec. 8 during Goodrich Downtown Christmas. Photo: David Fleet
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Goodrich — From a demanding economy to families moving due to medical considerations, finding a new home for dogs in today’s world can be a challenge. However, a local group is striving to secure much needed volunteers and financial aid to help. On Dec. 11, Cranberries Cafe, 10250 Hegel Road, […]