Lake Orion’s girl runners are comparatively young this year, but Head Coach Sjonne Mitchell said the team’s youth is actually an opportunity. ‘We’re pretty good this year and it’s definitely a young team but I like that,? said Mitchell. ‘I like being able to build the team up from scratch so I’m excited for that. […]
As the co-chairman of the Brandon Schools Bond Extension Committee I felt compelled to write concerning the flurry of letters about District Superintendent Tom Miller. I have sat and read most of the comments both good and bad concerning Mr. Miller. During the campaign I got the chance to know Mr. Miller a little better […]
Is it truly that unpopular to speak up? Are you the type of person that dislikes a meal in a restaurant but feels compelled not to say anything about it, even though you paid for it? The truth of the matter is, ignorance is bliss. The implementation of the technological advances in our classrooms will […]
By a narrow 3-2 margin, the Oxford Village Council Aug. 24 approved plans for a pedestrian bridge over M-24 to connect the western and eastern portions of the 12.2-mile Polly Ann Trail. The plans call for an 1800s railroad-style, double-arched, prefabricated, 100-foot, steel truss bridge for walkers, hikers, and bicyclists to be located on M-24, […]
Hearing loss is common, but the perception that hearing loss is only caused by aging is incorrect. More than 36 million American have hearing loss. Changing lifestyle habits, and treating a variety of health conditions can help to prevent hearing loss. Seven healthy habits may help prevent or delay the onset of hearing loss. 1. […]
Colleges around the county recognized seven LOHS senior athletes April 11 with opportunities to sign letters of intent, guaranteeing them an easier time paying for tuition. Volleyball players Shannon Murdock (Ashland in Ohio) and Kristina Hill (Carson Newman in Tenn.), lacrosse players Brad Bogus and Jacob Berkal (Albion), baseball player Dalton Oveson (Olney in Ill.), […]
Do you remember all the fun times of summer camp when you were growing up? Swimming, fishing, campfires, roasting marshmallows, athletic events, crafts, and sing-alongs. Do they bring back any happy memories for you? Brandon/Groveland Youth Assistance (BGYA) is hoping to create these same memories for children in our community. And with the state of […]
Tuesday, August 24 Family trouble between a husband and wife at a friend’s house on First St. The couple live on Mallard Way. Juvenile complaint in the northwest quadrant municipal parking lot concerning kids riding a bike and damaging a bench in the area. Abandoned auto on Lincoln St. Wednesday, August 25 A resident on […]
The new president of the Oxford Wildcat Booster Club is on a mission to expand the group’s membership and volunteer base. ‘My intent is to get as many people signed up as I possibly can,? said Lindsey Burton, who was elected the Booster Club’s president in June. But first Burton, whom many may remember as […]
Ortonville- Using hands to pray is common during church services, but at Hillside Bible Church last Sunday, 500 hands were used for a different purpose. Instead of parishioners seated in rows listening to a sermon by Pastor Kevin Shorkey, chairs were removed from the sanctuary at the church, 173 N. Church St., and during the […]