Day 1
Renee Short takes a photo of her daughter Meia Lamoureaux on the first day of classes at Harvey-Swanson Elementary School on Sept. 6. Photo: Shelby Stewart-Soldan.
Juul settlement may set precedents for future
By David Fleet Editor A recent financial settlement by an e-cigarette manufacture will not directly benefit Michigan school districts, however, the decision will set precedents for future actions. According to news sources, on Sept. 6, e-cigarette maker Juul will pay $438.5 million to 34 states and territories in a settlement following a two-year investigation into […]
Board appoints interim member
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Schools — During the special meeting Wednesday night, the Brandon School Board unanimously approved the appointment of John Chartier to the board of education. He will fill a vacancy for the remainder of the term ending in Dec. 2022. “Oakland Schools appoints our person if we don’t make this […]
Road work continues
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — The summer may soon ending, but the construction continues. Two major road projects will be coming to the area this year and within the next few years from the Michigan Department of Transportation. Beginning towards the end of September, M-15 at Duck Creek will be under construction […]
Goodrich Community remembers Doug McAbee
By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — From Volkswagens to photography to ham radios, Doug McAbee’s interests were diverse. But his focus remained steady on the Goodrich community, youth and family. Doug passed away on Sept. 2. He was 74. Natives of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, the McAbee family arrived in Flint on June 7, 1953, […]
Local schools open as teacher shortages loom
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Between the 18 new staff and teachers Brandon hired this year, there is 109 years of teaching experience. But all that experience wasn’t easy to come by. “It’s been very difficult,” said Carly Stone, Brandon Schools executive director of curriculum and instruction. “There aren’t as many fresh grads, and we […]
Storms leave trees down, thousands without power
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Maria Wardell lost power at her Groveland Township home during Monday’s storms at 6:07 p.m., along with over 260,000 other DTE customers. And like many other DTE customers in southeast Michigan, she’s frustrated. “The power outage requires us to buy fuel for the generator, which impacts the budget,” said Wardell […]
Chalk-it-up
Kate Jordan, Reid Elementary school principal, prepares for Goodrich students to return on Aug. 29 to classes. Photo: Patrick McAbee.
Council debates location, terms of marijuana shops
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville—During the regular Monday night meeting, the village council approved a resolution with a 5-1 vote to adopt the Adult Use Marihuana Establishment Ordinance. Council member Pat George voted against the resolution, and council member Larry Hayden was absent with notice. The ordinance was approved by voters in the Aug. […]
Brandon Township ranks among top 20 safest communities in Michigan
By David Fleet Editor Brandon Twp. — The National Council for Home Safety and Security released rankings for the safest cities in the nation and for each state. Among 50 Michigan communities reporting the township is ranked number 19. “I’m very proud of the men and women assigned to this substation and the department in […]