Goodrich ? Reducing Goodrich Schools? rainy day fund is not intentional, says superintendent Raymond Green. While last year’s rainy day fund was approximately 15 percent, the 2004-2005 school budget was cut to 12 percent, still considered a healthy amount. ‘The board would love to retain the full fund balance,? said Green, who says the board […]
Atlas Twp. – It’s not the goal of Pine Grove Baptist Church to become a ‘mega-church?. ‘Our purpose is in our mission statement, to spread a passion for God,? said the Rev. Rob Reece, who pastors Pine Grove, which currently meets at the Goodrich Lions Club. ‘Lovingly and joyfully serving God far exceeds anything else […]
Atlas Twp. – Humble hero. It’s a title Deputy Dave McDonald has unsuccessfully tried to keep under his hat. McDonald, of the Genesee County Sheriff’s Atlas Township precinct, was named Flint-Central Optimist Club’s 2004 Officer of the Year last month. This week, he was named a hero by the Hundred Club of Flint. ‘I’m greatly […]
Davison Twp. – A fatal M-15 accident investigation is now complete, and has been turned over to the Genesee County Prosecutor’s office. Davison Township Police formed a three-member reconstruction team of specialists from Davison Township, Richfield Township, and the City of Davison police departments to investigate the April 9 accident involving a Ken’s Redi-Mix concrete […]
Goodrich – At three months old, he’s a cuddly bundle of fur who’s already living out his mission as a therapist. Levi, a golden retriever, is training to become a therapy dog. Owner and trainer Janet Fischer chose Levi for his mellow personality to carry on the legacy of Gus, a golden retriever therapy dog […]
Goodrich – A group of young adults are disproving the adage ‘you can’t go home again.? James Allen, who just finished his third year studying computer science engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, came up with the idea of getting college and high school students together through the week. The ‘Something Thursday? group first met […]
Atlas Twp. – A 12-minute response time for paramedics to reach Atlas Township residents in a medical emergency may not be fast enough. The recent decision to put six new paramedics on the road should improve response time, says Genesee County Sheriff Robert Pickell. ‘I think within a year you’ll see a significant improvement,? he […]
Brandon Twp – Oakland County Sheriff deputies arrested two 17-year-old Brandon boys ending a two week crime spree from Brandon to Independence Township. On June 3 the teens were arrested and charged with larceny. Both boys have been placed on a $100,000 bond and at this time have been unable to meet the bond. After […]
Goodrich – Summer activities are in store for area children at the Goodrich branch of the Genesee District Library. Look for the Joel Tacey Comedy Variety Show June 28. Songs from the Laura Ingalls Wilder’s ‘Little House? books will be featured July 21. Representatives from Flint’s Longway Planetarium will present ‘Traveler’s Guide to the Stars? […]
Groveland Twp. – Signs at the borders of Groveland Township not only welcome visitors, but are personally meaningful to local businessman Steve Stolaruk, who donated the signs. ‘It’s a donation and dedication memorial to my wife,? said Stolaruk. Stolaruk’s wife of 52 years, Vivian, used to accompany him on business to Groveland Township before she […]