Groveland Township

NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP 2014 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following […]

This is how it works, in too many places

First, too often we voters are not offered really good people on a ballot. Second, companies do not always hire totally fair, unprejudiced, honest firms to help them reach new growth goals. In both cases, openings can come up that bring less than honest (even totally dishonest) people into the mix. Think of the recent […]

Preschoolers party with their moms

Crosshill Preschool students in Davisburg enjoyed a fantasy-themed celebration with their parents and teachers at Mom’s Day, March 14. Theme for the day was “The Land of Make Believe,” with a castle bounce house, magic wands, crowns, pictures in front of a castle mural, magic tricks, face painting, balloons made into animals, treasure hunt game, […]

Summer job opportunities with township parks and recreation

With the start of spring, Independence Township Parks and Recreation is looking to fill more than 150 seasonal job positions. ‘It’s a fantastic job,? said Amanda Nichols, marketing and development coordinator for Independence Township Parks and Recreation, who worked as a lifeguard and instructor for five years. ‘I loved it ? that’s why I’m still […]

Duck Dynasty beards, No Label politicians and Bruno Mars?

I remember there was a time — actually most of my adult life — when I would grow a facial hair. Yep, back before the TV show Duck Dynasty made beards popular, yours truly had a nice, manicured one. I guess that puts me ahead of the curve on the men’s fashion list. Sometimes I […]

Brandon Township

SYNOPSIS CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF BRANDON SPECIAL MEETING JANUARY 22, 2014 Members present: Allen, Darnall, DePalma, Lapp, Rumball, and Thurman Absent: DeWitt (with notice) The following actions were taken: 1) Approved the meeting agenda as amended. 2) Discussed in workshop format the following: ? Bereavement flower fund ? Financial reports ? Board meetings ? Police millage […]

McLaren hosts breast health program, Tuesday

The new McLaren Breast Center in Clarkston hosts a free community education seminar on all aspects of breast health, featuring three female physician experts in breast diagnostics, breast surgery, and plastic surgery. The program is Tuesday, March 31, at Clarkston Junior High School’s Auditorium, 6595 Waldon Road. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m., and the program […]

Stimulus info meeting, April 4

Henry S. Woloson of Security Financial Management hosts a free informational meeting about the new federal stimulus law, 10 a.m., Saturday, April 4, 7608 Dixie Hwy – Suite 100. “We will be discussing the market results of the first quarter of 2009 and the provisions and potential impact of the new law,” Woloson said. “Everyone […]

Atlas Township

Synopsis Special Meeting Atlas Township Tuesday, January 7, 2014 Members Present: S. Kautman-jones, T. Onica, P. Major Members Absent: B. June, A. Moore The Board Took The Following Action: 1) Approved Purchase And Installation Of Generator By Unanimous Vote. 2) The Meeting Adjourned At 11:04 A.m. Complete Copies Of The Minutes Are Available In The […]

Atlas Township

Synopsis Regular Meeting Atlas Township Tuesday, January 21, 2014 Members Present: S. Kautman-jones, T. Onica, P. Major Members Absent: A. Moore, B. June The Board Took The Following Actions: 1) Minutes Approved By Unanimous Vote. 2) Received Treasurer’s Report By Unanimous Vote. 3) Payment Of The Bills Authorized By Unanimous Vote. 7) Approved $500 Donation […]