Linda Marie Kreucher Szilagyi, 84, of Forest Grove, Oregon, formerly of Lake Orion, Michigan, passed peacefully in her sleep on April 7, 2025. Linda was born on Dec. 13, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan to John and Dorothy (Pajot) Kreucher. On Feb. 4, 1961, she married Alexander John Szilagyi in Flint. He preceded her in death […]
Alfred E. Powell Sr., of Lake Orion passed away on April 15, 2025. He was 90 years old. Alfred is the beloved husband of the late Velma Jean; loving father of James Powell, Alfred (Deborah K.) Powell Jr., Bruce (Sandra) Powell and Daniel Powell; loving grandfather of Melissa, Heather, Daniel, Connor, Bruce II, Matthew and […]
GRAND RAPIDS — Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett received the Michigan Townships Association “Spirit of MTA” award during the MTA conference on April 2 in Grand Rapids. The award was created to highlight and recognize the exemplary efforts of local leaders in serving and advancing their township. Barnett was presented with the award before nearly […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor jnewell@mihomepaper.com ORION TWP. — The state of Orion Township is strong, said Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett during his 12th State of the Township Address on April 10 at Woodside Bible Church. During his address to the community, Barnett said Orion Township is a strong, safe community, rife with business […]
Martha Alyce (Fauble) Williams, age 81, of Oxford, MI, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, peacefully with family by her side. Martha was born April 17, 1943 in Pontiac, MI, the daughter of Theodore Roosevelt and Norma Marie (Thorpe) Fauble. Martha attended Pontiac schools and went on to receive her GED in 1989. Martha […]
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Charles Patrick Ring Jr. of Orion Township, Michigan, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Charles Patrick left this world on April 3, 2025 at the age of 100, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. In the hush of twilight, as the stars […]
There are many perks to my job, one of them being that every so often I’m invited to speak at a career day or a teacher will ask me to speak to his or her class about what it’s like to work at a newspaper. Two weeks ago, I was invited by a first-grade teacher […]
42 condominiums planned for new neighborhood By Jim Newell Managing Editor jnewell@mihomepaper.com ORION TWP. — A new neighborhood is coming to Orion Township after the township board of trustees voted 5-0 on Monday to approve the second reading and adoption of the Villas at Forest Glen Final Planned Unit Development. Supervisor Chris Barnett and Clerk […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor jnewell@mihomepaper.com Oxford TWP. — It’s always a roaring good time at the Lake Orion Lions Club Lion Races and on Saturday at Boulder Pointe Country Club the lions once again prowled the lanes, helping raise funds to support the club’s community programs. The Lion Races are one of the club’s […]
Children aged 10 and under are invited participate in the Children’s Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by Sons of the American Legion Squadron 233, at 11 a.m. Saturday April 19 in Children’s Park in downtown Lake Orion. It is recommended to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time. A separate area is designated […]