Goodrich — National Honor Society students at Goodrich High School have been hunting bear. The students have been rounding up cuddly stuffed animals for the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department to give children in difficult situations. “I thought it would be a wonderful idea to do the Teddy Bear Drive and help out kids whose parents […]
Goodrich — When the doorbell rings at Cheryl Fletcher’s house, her dog yips excitedly. Missy, who “thinks she’s a lap dog”, affectionately nuzzles a visitor’s hand. “She thinks people are coming to see her,” says Fletcher. The endless stream of company seems like family to Fletcher, whose life has drastically changed since she was diagnosed […]
Brandon Twp. — For his 13th birthday, Shelby Travis didn’t mind sharing the spotlight with his big brother Byron. Spc. Byron Travis had just come home from serving in the United States Army. “I’m pretty excited ‘cause he’s home for good,” said Shelby. Decked out in shades of red, white, and blue, the Travis home […]
Troopers from the Michigan State Police Groveland Post arrested a 23-year-old Holly female during a traffic stop on Dixie Highway near Tindall Road when she was observed speeding while driving a 1995 blue Chevrolet pickup. A lien check revealed the driver had a warrant for embezzlement. Unable to post bond, the suspect was transported to […]
Brandon Twp. — Last Wednesday’s power outage left local residents and business owners frustrated. At approximately 3 p.m. Nov. 19 power went out in the Brandon Township and Ortonville area, affecting 2,500 customers and shutting down area traffic lights. “A 40,000-volt line made contact with a 13,200-volt line,” said Scott Simons, spokesperson for Detroit Edison. […]
Goodrich ? Neither rain, snow, sleet, or dog bites have kept Judy Jones from logging one million miles of mail delivery. Jones was recently awarded the National Safety Council’s ‘Million Mile? award, commemorating her safety record during 32 years of service. Technically, no one knows for sure how many miles Jones has driven. The NSC […]
Brandon Twp. -If you’re a Brandon Township reader with library fines, this is your lucky month. During December, all overdue book fines will be excused in exchanged for a donation. The Brandon Township Library is collecting non-perishable food items, canned goods, paper products, cleaning supplies, and hygiene products to help local residents in need via […]
Goodrich ? Goodrich bus drivers, custodians, maintenance and mechanical personnel have a new deal. The contract for AFSCME local 1918-32 was ratified Nov. 24 by union members and the Goodrich Board of Education. Changes to the two-year contract include wage increases of two to four percent, MESSA health care and Delta Dental insurance for those […]
Goodrich ? Alan Kamieniecki, 9, holds the Dr. Seuss book so 4-year-old Evan Bierkamp can see it. ‘New socks, Two socks, Whose socaks?? says Alan, turning the pages. Evan sits cross-legged on the floor, pointing at the pictures. He wiggles closer to the book, squealing with delight. ‘Sue’s sewing her dress,? he says, laughing out […]
The Goodrich Board of Education recently approved spending $6,905 for middle school band instruments, including orchestra bells, a tuba, a bass clarinet, and a baritone saxophone. The funds will be drawn from a bond issue to equip the band. ‘We wouldn’t have too many tuba players if they had to buy their own,? said Ken […]