Atlas Twp.? A cracked pipe at Oaktree Elementary resulted in a soaking last week. The 1.75-inch air-filled galvanized steel pipe was situated horizontally in the gables of the school, the upper part of a two-level fire suppression system, said Brian Walton, Goodrich Schools Special Services director. ‘Sometime Thursday the air pressure dropped in the line,? […]
Goodrich – Joan Turner writes two pieces of advice in each wedding card she signs: Don’t let the sun go down on your anger, and keep the lines of communication open. ‘Because tomorrow isn’t promised,? said Joan, who has shared more than four decades of marriage with husband Larry Turner. Joan and Larry met in […]
Reid Elementary students in Goodrich celebrated the 100th day of school Jan. 30. Children drew pictures of how they imagined they’d look at 100. ‘I’ll be brown,? one student told her teacher, explaining her grandmother in Florida was brown. When asked what they could buy with $100, kindergartners? answers included a toy store, mittens, a […]
Kindergarten registration Goodrich- Children in the Goodrich School District turning 5 years old before Dec. 1, 2004 are eligible to register for kindergarten this spring. Mark your calendars now for registration, which will be held April 19 through 23 at Reid Elementary School, located at 7501 Seneca St, just north of downtown Goodrich. Round-up nights […]
Goodrich – Nearly everywhere you look at Goodrich High School, athletic pride is on display. Much of the display is due to the efforts of Goodrich Athletic Boosters, who will hold the annual bingo sign-up night March 1 and elect new officers in April. Why are boosters needed? ‘They’re outstanding, we couldn’t live without them,? […]
Two accidents last week on M-15 in Atlas Township had morbid consequences, killing one driver and seriously injuring three others. According to police reports, there were 21 accidents occuring on M-15 from Atlas Township to Brandon Township during the month of January; 12 in Brandon Township, 8 in Atlas Township, and one in Groveland Township. […]
Goodrich- Seamstresses, volunteers and donations of furniture and props are needed for the upcoming Goodrich High School musical, ‘My Fair Lady.? Needed: Chaise lounge or sofa; wingback lounge chairs; large Oriental rug; desk and accessories; end tables; feather dusters; silk plants, trees, and flowers; wicker garden furniture; tea service items; various lamps; old tables, chairs, […]
Goodrich – Luke Jones of Goodrich sits cross-legged on the library floor, reading from a book sporting a furry cover. Nearby sits Riley, an equally furry Brittany. Riley is part of the ‘Paws’itive Approach to Tales? (PATT) program in which children read to dogs, currently held Tuesday nights at the Goodrich Branch of the Genesee […]
Goodrich – It’s time for Goodrich students to get back in the saddle. The Goodrich Equestrian Team is rounding up members for the coming season. ‘This is our big time of year for recruitment,? says Stacy Millar, Goodrich. Equestrian Team assistant coach Amy Switzenbury, adding ‘you don’t have to be super athletic? for this sport. […]
Goodrich – Three Goodrich Village Council members are currently unchallenged in their bids for the March 8 village election. Incumbents Adam Kline, Jayme Simmonds, and Angela Adamec recently declared their intent to run for three available village seats. The two candidates receiving the highest number of votes will be appointed to four-year terms; the remaining […]