Crocus pop-up in Ortonville last week following some sunny 60 degree days. Astronomers mark the start of our planet’s year on the Spring equinox—March 20 for 2025. Photo: Patrick McAbee…
A sign of spring
Off duty firefighters’ quick action saves life with CPR
By David Fleet [email protected] Oxford — Atlas Township Assistant Fire Chief Ed Klimek along with Jason Harrison, a firefighter/paramedic with Washington Township in Macomb County and a Hadley Township resident…
Village council takes aim at three ordinances
By David Fleet [email protected] Goodrich — On Monday night the Village Council discussed during a public hearing three ordinances under consideration for the village. The ordinances were introduced and discussed with further…
Goodrich man killed in I-75 multi-car pile up
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan [email protected] Independence Twp. — A Goodrich man was killed in a multi-car pile up crash on I-75 in Independence Township on March 11. According to Michigan State…
Goodrich receives clean 2023-24 audit
By David Fleet [email protected] Goodrich — On March 10, the village council discussed an audit report from PSLZ, certified public accountants for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. Rana Emmons,…
It’s about time
Meílani and Usiel at Oakwood Elementary learning how to change clocks for Daylight Saving Time, which begins on March 9. Spring forward one hour. Photo: Patrick McAbee.…
OCEF Easter food collection begins
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan [email protected] Brandon Twp. — In 2024 Ortonville Community Emergency Fund members packed Easter bags at St. Anne for 63 families and 168 people. It’s 2025 and the…
Community gathers for Annual Goodrich Spring Gala
By David Fleet [email protected] Goodrich — On March 1, hundreds gathered at the Creekside Event Barn in Goodrich for the second annual Goodrich Spring Gala. The Goodrich Education Foundation, Board of Education,…
Volunteers needed for Teens & Seniors Rocking & Raking
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan [email protected] Brandon Twp. — Teens & Seniors Rocking & Raking through the Edna Burton Senior Center is set for April 26. Forms will be available at Brandon…
Paws & effect
Karla Christianson with “Miska,” during a visit from Mid-Michigan Therapy Dogs at the Atlas Township Office/Hall on Feb. 25. The gathering was for the Goodrich/Atlas Silver Foxes who meet monthly.…
BGYA annual sponsor breakfast
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan [email protected] Brandon — On March 13, Brandon Groveland Youth Assistance hosted their annual…
‘Out of the sea, wish I could be, part of that world’
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan [email protected] Goodrich — Goodrich High School is going under the sea. At 7…
In stride: 50 states, 50 half marathons over 50
By David Fleet [email protected] Goodrich — Goodrich resident Ann Chlebnik was not a runner. Except for…
BGYA launches ‘Soar Above It’ grant program
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan [email protected] Brandon — Brandon Groveland Youth Assistance is launching their Soar Above It…
School days, school days, I followed the rules those days.
This week sure as heck feels like a “back to school” week. Which makes sense, of…
Parenting the Love and Logic Way
Last week, during one of my weekly phone calls with one of my best friends, she…
Lauinger’s game-winner lifts Martians over Vikings for Regional crown
By David Fleet [email protected] Pinckney — With just :06 seconds remaining in a tied game, GHS Soph. Baylor Lauinger dropped in a go-ahead layup…
Lady Martians ground Hornets in District Semi
By David Fleet [email protected] Lake Fenton — It’s all about defense. The Lady Martians held the Kearsley Hornets to just three points in the…
MHSAA wrestling finals
By David Fleet [email protected] Detroit — From Feb. 28-March 1 the 2025 Michigan High School Athletic Association Individual Wrestling tournament was at Ford Field,…
Brandon Blackhawk Varsity Bowling teams compete at Regionals
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan [email protected] Flint — On Feb. 21, the Brandon High School bowling season came to an end as the teams competed in…
Brandon High School senior athletes continue at collegiate level
By David Fleet [email protected] Brandon Twp. — On Wednesday, five Brandon High School seniors were recognized by family, school officials and classmates signing letters…
Goodrich Martians bitten by Chelsea Bulldogs in D-2 Regional Semi-Final
By David Fleet [email protected] Charlotte — The Goodrich Martians Boys Varsity basketball team jumped out to an 18-10 lead over the Chelsea Bulldogs on…
Martians ground Eagles for Metro League title
By David Fleet [email protected] Flint — The Goodrich Martian Girls basketball traveled to the Mott Community College’s Ballenger Fieldhouse for the Flint Metro League…
Martians sting Hornets 61-40 in D2 semi-finals
By David Fleet [email protected] Flint — Jensen LePla had 20 points, while older brother Parker LePla tossed in 18 points and 16 rebounds as…
Brandon 73- Flint Southwestern 46
By David Fleet [email protected] Flint — The Flint Southwestern Academy Knights came up short on Feb. 22 and the Brandon Blackhawks Boys Varsity Basketball…