By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- Last Sunday was the 2-year anniversary of Jacob Roedel’s kidney transplant. Jacob, now 10, will honor the memory of the man from whom he received the kidney when he attends the Josh Tolan Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk, which begins at 9 a.m., June 25, at Brandon High […]
Katie (Quisenberry) Allen, a 1996 Brandon High School graduate, dropped her husband, Erin, off at the scene of a wildfire June 8. Then she returned home with their daughters, Lana, 2, and Fiona, 6-months, and prayed. ‘I worry of course,? said Katie. ‘It was overwhelming? I am definitely proud of him, especially because he is […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- A healthy fund balance and public safety are the top priorities as township officials begin work on the 2012 budget. The township board had their first budget workshop of the year June 13. Supervisor Kathy Thurman said the workshop went well as the board discussed steps and moving […]
Brandon Twp.- The track at Brandon High School has been named. The school board approved at their June 13 meeting a motion to name the track after Gary Medland, who coached boys varsity track and cross country at Brandon for more than a quarter century. ‘It’s quite a humbling tribute,? said Medland. ‘It’s nice that […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- Michael Tucker received unanimous approval from the school board Monday night to become the new assistant principal of Brandon High School. Tucker comes to the district with a long list of credentials and is excited to become part of the Brandon family. ‘I can’t wait to get started,? […]
Brandon Twp.- During the first four months of this year, police in the township received fewer calls for service than the same time period last year; however, major crimes, including burglaries and larcenies, have increased. ‘It’s significant that major calls have gone up even though service calls are down,? said Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. […]
Ortonville- Beet, Beats & Eats kicks off its third season June 13 and Market Manager Debbie Baker is inviting everyone to Crossman Park to join the party. ‘It is still an awesome place to be on Friday nights,? Baker said. ‘Most people think its a great event and great place to be. Come down and […]
Brandon Twp.- Deputies responding to Brandon High School on June 2 found a nude man in a vehicle with an assortment of items, including a large amount of candy. According to police reports, deputies were responding to a panic alarm at about 11:30 p.m. at the high school, located at 1025 S. Ortonville Road. Upon […]
Ortonville- A village resident is facing a possible larceny charge after allegedly stealing natural gas from a neighbor to heat his apartment. According to police reports, the suspect’s neighbor noticed an unusual increase in her Consumers Energy bill in February. She called the company, who sent a service technician out to her apartment on James […]
Ortonville- At 38-years-old, Troy Cubero is finally doing for a living what he always wanted to do. On Monday afternoon, he is lying under a candy apple red 1968 Camaro, working on putting an automatic transmission in the classic car. About three weeks ago, Cubero opened Troy’s Restoration and Repair at 105 S. Ortonville Road. […]