Orion native Tom Gillis may have finished tied for 16th during the BMW Championship (41st overall in the FedEx Cup) but he’s happy with his performance this year. Indianwood Golf Pro and friend of the player Dave Zink said making $1.2 million on the tournament probably helped. ‘He’s very happy with the way he played […]
With the political season well on its way, Indepedence Township Board meetings just keep getting hotter. For the past several weeks, there has been a ‘grudge match? between Neil Wallace (a member of the six-member slate) and Mike Clark (campaign supporter for Supervisor Dave Wagner). However, I think the back and forth name calling and […]
Goodrich – Last year’s rainfalls could mean dam repair money if a village grant is approved. The village was notified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency that hazardous mitigation funds may become available due to flooding, said Goodrich village administrator Jakki Sidge. After submitting a letter to FEMA, village officials were notified last week that […]
Brandon Twp.- Several hundred township homeowners could be at the center of some significant changes as Michigan lawmakers grapple with manufactured home issues in the coming months. About 1,000 residents in both Sashabaw Meadows and Clarkston Lakes manufactured home communities along with Groveland Manor in Groveland Township are at the center of the debate over […]
Finding a starting lineup is important for any sport, but what’s a coach to do when his entire team is worthy of a starting position? This is the problem Volleyball Head Coach Ross Talbott has encountered with the state championship runner-up varsity volleyball team. The team is so deep, he has yet to come up […]
Dear Editor, Until I received a brochure at home, I did not realize the current supervisor was running for re-election in Independence Township.? Frankly, I was surprised, particularly given what he considered his ‘accomplishments.?? Balanced budget?? I remember his decisions to close the park and make a substantial cutback in services because he was surprised […]
Dear Editor, I am writing on behalf of Curt Carson for Independence Township treasurer. I have personally and professionally known Curt and his family for 15 years. I know this community will be well served and re-assured with his hands on leadership. He is a good husband to Michelle, and he is there for the […]
Groveland Twp.-Elvis McConnaughhay points to a small scar on his left hand just above his thumb. ‘Right there,? said McConnaughhay. ‘That’s where the shrapnel got me,? he chuckles glancing down at the small dime sized mark on his hand. ‘The Lord blessed me and I came home’many didn’t make it.? The scar is just one […]
By Gabriel Ouzounian Review Co-Editor The Dragons added another team to their list of victims last Friday when the team crushed the West Bloomfield Lakers 42-7. Lake Orion began the game strong and didn’t let up until the final play of the game when the Lakers finally pushed through to get on the scoreboard. The […]
Independence Township Fire Department Captain Tom McDonald checks the perimeter around a house fire in the woods off Holcomb Road last Friday morning. Independence firefighters needed both of their tanker trucks and extra water from neighboring fire departments to put it out. Photo by Phil Custodio