Board OKs refrigerator, freezer replacement

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville — On Dec. 18, during the regular meeting, the Brandon Board of Education approved the purchase of a refrigerator and freezer for Harvey-Swanson Elementary, not to exceed $111,000. “This is approved to be paid for out of our food service fund,” said Jan Ziesel, district chief financial officer. “We […]

Village council meetings to change location

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Ortonville — Beginning in the new year, the Ortonville Village Council meeting location will change to the Brandon Township hall, 395 Mill St. “They will continue to meet on the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m., but the location was more about logistics than anything,” said Village Manager […]

Stabilization of Ladies Library Museum to began Summer 2024

By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — During the summer of 2024 work will begin to determine the future preservation of a historical Goodrich building. A series of grants will be available later next year to begin work on the Ladies Library Museum, 10219 Hegel Road to stabilize the aging structure. In January 2021, the Village […]

Holiday food drive: Community rallies to provide

By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — The Goodrich/Atlas Township community delivered this holiday season once again. On Dec. 16, the annual community food drive was completed and distributed at the Goodrich Lions Club, 9196 S. State Road. In total 35 area families in need had a brighter holiday season thanks the efforts of many. […]

When Christmas comes to town

When Christmas comes to town

Elf and Ortonville mail-carrier Lisa Harrison and Santa dropping off packages to Harvey-Swanson Elementary before the holiday break. Photo: Patrick McAbee.

OCSO: Fraud, theft suspect collared out of state

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — A Florida woman has been arrested in connection with fraud and theft from a Brandon Township resident. Jessica Fountaine currently has pending charges of third degree grand theft, uttering a forged bill, check or draft, and scheme to defraud a financial institution for a total bond of […]

Digital display speed signs collect data, deterrent

By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp. — Motorists on Grange Hall and Tripp roads through the township will now be reminded just how fast they are traveling. Earlier this month the Road Commission for Oakland County installed digitally displayed speed alert message signs on a section of Grange Hall Road and Tripp Road. Four solar […]

A passion for poinsettias

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% […]

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