Free summer meals at Oakwood for children

Brandon Twp.- Free breakfast and free lunch for children will be available Monday through Thursday beginning July 7 at Oakwood Elementary, 2839 Oakwood Road. This is the third year in a row the school district has sponsored the Summer Food Service Program, federally funded and available to all children under the age of 18, regardless […]

Village of Ortonville OKs 2014-15 budget

Ortonville- The village council approved the 2014-15 budget by a 4-0 vote at their June 23 meeting. Council members Dan Eschmann, Courtney McClerren and Tom Peters were absent. The budget has $527,105 in revenues, with matching expenditures. The current fund balance is $401,622, or 76 percent. ‘The fund balance is healthy and very good, we’re […]

Looking back

15 years ago June 1, 1994 ~ The American Legion Memorial Day celebration was held with a lively parade through downtown Lake Orion, starting at Eastlawn Cemetery. ~ Secondary school students no longer need teacher approval for numerous classes they hope to take. Students instead go through an application and interview process in some courses […]

Volunteers, public servants celebrated at dinner

They help the boat crash victims, catch thieves and volunteer their time. Those who help the Village of Lake Orion stay a nice, safe place to live were feted at the annual Appreciation Dinner held at Paint Creek Country Club on May 28. ‘No one wants to live, work, shop or have fun where it’s […]

Skate Park still closed

Ortonville- School is out, summer is underway, and still the Village Skate Park is closed. The park may remain that way for the rest of the year. ‘If we don’t have people signed up, we’re not going to open,? said Village Manager John Lyons. As of June 25, only one person had registered to use […]

Michigan fireworks law still ignites debate

Atlas Twp.- In 2011, the local fireworks issue became louder after state lawmakers opened up sales and usage in Michigan’igniting a rush to buy the devices and creating a new retail opportunity for some. However, three years later, municipalities are still trying to adjust to the new climate. ‘Fireworks can be a real safety issue,? […]

Big time shopping in a little downtown

A sparking ember of success has burned its way into downtown Lake Orion despite the frigid economic climate, thanks, in part, to local shoppers. LO’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) formally welcomed two businesses at the southern end of town with a ribbon cutting and re-welcomed another that opened its doors on a new location. At […]

‘Happily ever after? possible for local store owners

Tired of the normal hustle and bustle, the technology and the stress of 21st century shopping? Nancy Smith, Amy Carrier and Linda Sexton have created a portal back in time right here in downtown Lake Orion. This little shop, located at 20 N. Broadway, is called The Angel, the Witch and the Old Crow. The […]

Fundraiser for family of late BHS grad

On July 10, the community can help a Brandon graduate’s family, bereaved by her sudden death. Tracie Anne (Austin) Vargas, a 1990 BHS graduate, died June 12 at the age of 41. Surviving are her husband, William, and five children, Victoria, Tevin, and triplets, Evelyn, Dezi, and Grace, 4-years-old; as well as her parents, Dan […]

Orion Township

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION Notice of Hearing on Square Lake Water Quality Control (Weed/Algae Control) SAD #3 Notice is Hereby Given: 1. That the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Orion has initiated the process of making certain improvements to Square Lake by the eradication of algae and weeds. 2. That special assessment […]