NASA landed a six-wheeled rover named Curiosity on Mars last month. Touchdown tested the limits of human innovation, and required a supersonic parachute, radar mapping, rocket motors, and a crane that lowered the rover on a 20-foot long tether. I wonder if our drive for space exploration is fueled by a desire for permanence. We […]
After a long winter and sort of spring, the Thursday evening concerts have returned to downtown Oxford’s Centennial Park. The Oxford-based ‘Robin Moore and the Northstars? kicked off the summer concert season with their unique blend of Americana, country and roots music. It was a delightful summer evening as a group of little girls ran […]
Tears flowed and laughs were shared as former Oxford resident Burt Biebuyck was promoted to the rank of colonel in the United States Army on Monday. Surrounded by friends, family, past school teachers and coaches, Biebuyck, 44, took his oath of office at a special ceremony held at St. Joseph School in Lake Orion. Brigadier […]
Brandon Varsity Sports 1-24 Volleyball vs. Lapeer West (H) 7 p.m. 1-25 Boys Basketball vs. Flint Northern (H) 7 p.m. 1-26 Wrestling vs. Linden (A) 6 p.m. 1-27 Volleyball vs. Holly (A) 7 p.m. 1-28 Hockey vs. Lapeer East (A) 8 p.m. Boys Basketball vs. Holly (A) 7:30 p.m. 1-29 Hockey vs. Walled Lake Northern […]
Dear Editor, I would have to respectfully disagree with Dr. James O’Neill’s recent letter to the editor saying that this state’s Certificate of Need law should be relegated to the “ash heap of history” (‘O’Neill favors dismantling CON process for hospital,? Sept. 12). The Certificate of Need law has served the people of this state […]
Dear Editor, With all due respect, I have one question for Dr. James O’Neill (‘O’Neill favors dismantling CON process for hospital,? Sept. 12). It is my understanding that you will personally benefit from the addition of a McLaren Hospital here in Independence? The regional hospital bed Certificate of Need is a process in place for […]
Jennifer Lynn Albers and Raymond Roy Smith II were joined in matrimony, May 24, at Blessed Sacrament Parish in Midland. Bridesmaids were Aundrea Albers and Valerie Albers, sisters of the bride, and Emily Harner, friend of bride. Best Man was Paul Smith, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Andrew Barrett, Mark Englund, Michael Simpson, and […]
‘Ski & Snowboard Discount Cards: Student Ski & Snowboard Discount I.D. cards are now available for purchase. The cost is $14 per card, which entitles the student to ski for a reduced rate of only $14 on Mondays through Fridays from 3 p.m. to close, non-holiday, for the duration of the ski season. Adult discount […]
Two transfer students from Pontiac Central made their season debut for Brandon’s varsity basketball team Jan. 18. However, despite the efforts of junior Donald Carter and sophomore Adrian Harges, the Blackhawks could not get past the host Oxford Wildcats, losing a 50-42 contest. With the loss, Brandon fell to 1-8 overall and 1-3 in the […]
Dear Editor, I had the pleasure of meeting Jeremy Mitchell one year ago, and l believe he would be a valuable asset to the Independence Township Board of Trustees. I am extremely impressed with his thoughtfulness and dedication to our community and its governance. Jeremy regularly attends all the Township Board meetings, and is an […]