Snowmobiles taken

Atlas Twp. – Atlas Township police are looking for two snowmobiles and a trailer stored in the 10,000 block of South Vassar Road. Taken was a fully enclosed 2000 Trailsport trailer, license no. 65811 and two snowmobiles: a 1991 Polaris Indy 500, registration no. C26491; and a 1994 Yamaha Venture, registration no. DL5895. The trailer […]

Wildcat cagers have a winning week

The Oxford cagers had a great week with winning games against both Goodrich and Andover that brought the team record to 2-1 overall. On Dec. 12, Oxford dominated the Goodrich Blackhawks 77-62. Once again the Wildcats jumped ahead right in the first quarter for a commanding 22-9 lead. Scoring for the Cats were Ryan Stull […]

Atlas, Goodrich OK stormwater contract

Storm water management in Genesee County is a joint effort of 17 municipalities. At last week’s meeting of the Atlas Township Board, trustees approved signing the storm water contract, subject to the approval of township attorney David Lattie. Goodrich Village Council Members also approved adopting the contract, and will again allocate approximately $1,500 to join […]

Resolved: to practice integrity

‘Blame it on the media.? How often have you heard that phrase? Reporters are often seen as vultures, seizing on controversy, misfortune, and anything we can sensationalize. I have no doubt that negative opinions follow us like bad jokes follow attorneys, or like cops follow doughnuts. (Sorry, Parks). There are other disadvantages, too. We who […]

Snow lovers get on board with growing sport

Groveland Twp. – For Nick Compeau, winter snow means hitting the slopes. And the jumps. Snowboarding is a favorite powder sport for Nick, 17, of Goodrich. Although he’s been skiing longer, Nick finds snowboards more of a kick. ‘It’s just something different,? he said. ‘I like it better than skiing.? Nick’s not alone. ‘There’s a […]

CenturyTel eyes expanded Goodrich calling plan

Goodrich – Within a few months, Goodrich residents calling Davison or Ortoaznville might not incur long-distance charges. CenturyTel, the phone service provider for the Goodrich Area, will soon apply to the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) for approval of an Adjacent Exchange Calling Plan. ?(Goodrich) can call now to Flint and Grand Blanc,? said Teresa […]

Goodrich seeks volunteer shovelers

Goodrich – A blanket of snow may be picturesque, but it needs to stay off the sidewalks, says a Village of Goodrich ordinance. Elderly or physically impaired residents needing assistance with snow removal can call the Goodrich Village office at (810) 636-2570. Goodrich is also looking for snow removal volunteers to help their Goodrich neighbors […]

Goodrich author-illustrator back to drawing board

Goodrich – A blanket of snow may be picturesque, but it needs to stay off the sidewalks, says a Village of Goodrich ordinance. Elderly or physically impaired residents needing assistance with snow removal can call the Goodrich Village office at (810) 636-2570. Goodrich is also looking for snow removal volunteers to help their Goodrich neighbors […]

Annika’s already ‘life of the party?

Atlas Twp. – Most children can’t stay up ’til midnight to usher in birthdays, but Annika Helen Peterson will be an exception. The first local baby of 2004, the beautiful Atlas Township infant girl was exceptional from the start. ‘We weren’t expecting to be the first one,? said mom Karen Peterson, smoothing Annika’s dark crop […]

Dances

Ortonville-Make plans now to attend the Mother & Son or Daddy & Daughter dances. Tickets can be purchased through the Brandon Township Recreation Office at 395 Mill St. in Ortonville. Tickets are $8 in advance per person, age 3 and up, or $9 at the door. The dances will be held at the Brandon High […]