Lona Hakala died peacefully in faith on February 21, 2024 with her loving family by her side. Lona is survived by her dear husband, John; her son, Brian (Jennifer) Hakala, daughter, Lora (Christopher) Riethmeier; grandchildren Rachel Hakala, Jack (fiancé Alli Mills) Hakala, Ashly (fiancé CJ Frey) Riethmeier, Paytin (David) Krezewski, Rylan Riethmeier and Ruthie Riethmeier; […]
Donald Joseph Henry, 57, of Romeo, MI passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024. He was peacefully surrounded by his loved ones after complications with diabetes. Don was born on April 15, 1966 in Clawson, MI to James and Beverly Henry. Don was a fun-loving husband and father who cherished every moment he spent with his […]
American Legion Post 108 honored Oxford first responders for going above and beyond in their support of the Oxford community during a special ceremony and appreciation dinner on Sunday. (From left) Deputy of the Year John Mozak, Reserve Deputy of the Year Derrick White, Reserve Officer of the Year John Drake, Officer of the Year […]
Layoffs are part of district’s budget reduction plan By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. – During the regularly scheduled meeting on Feb. 13, the Oxford Board of Education voted unanimously on five lay-offs starting at the end of June. The layoffs are part of a budget reduction plan. The five positions affected are three […]
Report includes resignation, retirement overview By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. – During the Feb. 13 Oxford Community Schools Board of Eduction meeting Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Ryan Reid presented a staffing update which included a five-year trend report on staff resignations and retirements. Across the district, there are 856 total employees, including […]
Village, township bidders to receive matching opportunities By Megan Kelley Staff Writer OXFORD – The Oxford Village Council unanimously approved the village’s newly-amended purchasing ordinance during its Feb. 13 meeting where the public hearing was also held. In July 2023, village Attorney Bob Davis brought the purchasing ordinance to the council’s attention when council was […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor OXFORD TWP. – The Presidential Primary Election in Michigan is Feb. 27 and Oxford Township Clerk Curtis Wright and his staff are working diligently to process stacks of absent voter ballot requests, register new voters and prepare for the upcoming election. Polls open at 7 a.m. Feb. 27 and close […]
Progress season has officially arrived at View Newspaper Group! For those unfamiliar, Progress is a special edition of The County Press, Oxford Leader, Lake Orion Review, Clarkston News and The Citizen published in late March in which our clients are able to share their story with our readers, along with a traditional marketing message. The […]
By Megan Kelley Staff Writer OXFORD – During its meeting on Feb. 13, the Oxford Village Council held a public hearing for the new Downtown Development Authority TIF (Tax Increment Financing) plan. The renewal is a 20-year plan that will set the goals and objectives of the DDA from 2024-2044. According to DDA Executive Director […]
LAPEER — Five Wildcats are moving on to the MHSAA Division 1 Individual Wrestling State Finals after qualifying at regional tournaments during the weekend. The Oxford Varsity Wrestling team had three qualify during the MHSAA Division 1 Regional 1 meet at Lapeer on Saturday. Junior Luke Johnson finished as regional champion in the 157-pound weight […]