Goodrich-Michelle Imbrunone’s first week as the new district superintendent included learning her way around the district and receiving Michigan Merit Exam results that were near the top among all Genesee County schools. ‘We are very excited by the information and being in the top five among our county high schools,? said Michelle Imbrunone, district superintendent. […]
In the heat of summer, the cold winter may seem a distant memory. Or not. This past winter was particularly brutal, but thanks to ‘The Heat Stays On in Ortonville,? many struggling local families received assistance with paying their utility bills and keeping warm. Now the community has an opportunity to enjoy the warmth of […]
Ortonville- After 35 years as a teacher, Alice Robb knows the importance of school supplies. ‘There is always a need for notebooks, folders, pencils, pens,? said Robb, who retired as a Brandon Middle School math teacher in 2007. ‘The district can’t supply all of that. And backpacks are a big need.? With summer in full […]
Brandon Twp.- Matt Mersino arrived home from work one night only two weeks into his marriage and found his wife, Faye, in tears. When he asked her what was wrong, she told him she wanted to go home? to her parents and siblings. Matt’s solution was to have his wife take him to work the […]
John Kozak was just 7-years-old when he escaped with his mother Rose and older sister Zdenka from oppressive Communist rule in Czechoslovakia during the late 1940s. From 7-8:30 p.m., July 14, Kozak will discuss his story, ‘Through the Eyes of Rose? at the Brandon Township Library, 304 South St., Ortonville. The story details how his […]
Gamers can test their skills by maneuvering real robots through a non-virtual obstacle course at Saturday’s ROBO-CON event, slated for 10 a.m. ? 7 p.m. July 19 at Lapeer’s Center for Innovation (Lapeer West High School), 170 Millville Road, Lapeer. There is no admission fee for the event, where participants can try to beat a […]
In Helen’s offerings this week, are items from church bulletins, like . . . ? The fasting and prayer conference includes meals. ? Scouts are saving aluminium cans, bottles and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. ? Ladies, don’t forget the rummage sale. It’s a chance to get rid […]
You know, it wasn’t that long ago (actually it was exactly one year and four months ago — I know, cuz I just looked it up) that I railed against the ominous intrusion in our lives that was then and is now Facebook. On March 13, 2013 wrote I, ‘Facebook is taking over folks’ lives. […]
SYNOPSIS CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF BRANDON REGULAR MEETING JULY 7, 2014 Members present: Allen, Darnall, DePalma, DeWitt, Lapp, Rumball, Thurman Members absent: None Present: 1) Approved Agenda as Amended. 2) Approved Consent Agenda as Amended, Which Contained the Following Items: ? Regular Meeting Minutes of June 2, 2014 ? Regular Bills in the Amount of $58,873.77 […]
Village of Ortonville Brandon Township Offices 395 Mill Street Ortonville Village Council Meeting June 23, 2014 Synopsis Trustees Present: Skornicka, Baker, Wills, Waters Absent: Peters, Eschmann, McClerren (all with notice) 1) Approved the agenda as amended 2) Approved the Minutes of the Village Council Meeting and Public Hearing ? June 9, 2014 3) Acceptance Items: […]