Ortonville-Carteret Mortgage has set up shop in town after years of service in Goodrich. The business recently made the move to 252 Ortonville Road to allow room for their expanding offices. ‘We’re a mortgage broker and we do refinancing, purchases, cash-out, new construction, commercial, self employed borrowers, stated income and assets,? said Lisa Dwyer, Branch […]
Goodrich-High school music boosters are scrambling to outfit the school’s growing marching band. Music Booster president Michele Puzio said the band’s current uniforms are about 8 years old. ‘They usually last ten years’tops,? said Puzio. Music Boosters is a group for parents of music students, whether they be in band or choir. In January, GHS […]
Atlas Twp.-The pending retirement of James Naugler, township fire chief was announced at Monday’s Atlas Township board meeting. Naugler’s next in command, Fred Forys, is slated to fill the position. A request was made by Naugler to the board that he be allowed to resign his position by July 15. Naugler cited his desire to […]
One month after a mammogram showed Lisa Eikey to be in fine health, she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. And while life for the 45 year-old Goodrich resident was temporarily derailed, not for one moment did she think it would be lost. ‘I’ve always had a positive attitude,? said Eikey, a large grin spread beneath […]
Goodrich-The motto of the International Thespian Societ is ? Act well your parts. There all the honor lies.? At Saturday’s ITS installation and induction ceremony, 20 Goodrich High School students were honored for their ability to do just that. They are now the charter members of ITS at Goodrich High School’the first to be honored […]
By Laurel Droz Staff Writer Atlas Twp.- Board members are exploring their options regarding a special assessment to cover police costs. The township established a contract with the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department about 10 years ago funded by one mill from area property owners. A property owner with a $200,000 home currently pays about $100 […]
Goodrich-The Michigan Department of Transportation has approved funding for a right turn lane at the intersection of M-15 and Erie Street. The lane addition will allow drivers to turning south onto M-15 to do so without having to wait behind vehicles turning north. Costs of the undertaking are estimated by MDOT to be $76,900. Funding […]
Atlas Twp.-Patriot John Britton battled for our nation’s independance and lived long enough to reap the freedoms gained. Now, 160 years after his death, Britton is being honored for his contribution to our country; fighting for its establishment. A memorial rededication ceremony will take place at the grave of the Revolutionary War veteran at 1 […]
Goodrich-‘Unique? is a word Dave Czajka does not like. The Goodrich resident says overuse of the word has dulled its meaning. And yet, when used properly, ‘unique? is probably the most effective way to describe ‘Outside Inn,? 10274 S.State Road, the store owned by Czajka and his wife, Julie. With the motto ‘cool stuff…naturally? and […]
Goodrich- It has been said history repeats itself. Now, it also pauses and comes with a scene selection. The DVD entitled ‘Our Past, Its People, Our Legacy,? is now available through the Goodrich-Atlas Historical Society. Telling the tale of the early years of the community, the production weaves story telling with photos, drawings and local […]