ET Rover has submitted a new proposed natural gas pipeline route to the relief of some Brandon Township residents, but which causes angst among neighbors to the north, including residents of Atlas and Hadley townships. And still, nothing is set in stone. ‘Until Rover comes with an application, the route is subject to negotiation,? cautioned […]
ET Rover has submitted a new proposed natural gas pipeline route to the relief of some Brandon Township residents, but which causes angst among neighbors to the north, including residents of Atlas and Hadley townships. And still, nothing is set in stone. ‘Until Rover comes with an application, the route is subject to negotiation,? cautioned […]
Brandon Twp.- The distance between an idea for a book and it’s actual publication can be years. In the case of Bill Haney’s latest work, that span was two decades. The seed for ‘What They Were Thinking: Reflections on Michigan Difference-Makers? was actually planted in Haney’s mind 20 years ago, when the township resident published […]
Brandon Twp.- Chris Klann was a first class airman in the Air Force for six years, including time in South Korea, Alaska, and a 4-month stint in Qatar. He retired with a disability in 2009 and like many other veterans, found himself struggling to adapt post-service. ‘I was definitely having a hard time,? said Klann. […]
Brandon Twp.- Strong storms rolling through southeast Michigan just over a week ago knocked out power to nearly 400,000 homes and businesses. Power outages caused by storms are not uncommon in the township. A new class at the library aims to help residents be prepared for emergencies caused by not only natural disasters, but unnatural […]
Brandon Twp.- Ken Palka said he felt like he was on the witness stand at the Sept. 2 township board meeting, and while several of those in attendance laughed, the auditor appeared to be only half-joking. The meeting did have several components that resembled a courtroom trial, including a defendant (Recreation Director Fred Waybrant), a […]
Brandon Twp.- The planning commission is seeking input from township residents on what kind of development they would like to see in the community. A master plan public study session is planned for 6:30 p.m., Sept. 15, at the township library, 304 South St., Ortonville. ‘It’s not a new master plan, just a review of […]
Brandon Twp.- Time to clean out the closets, the basement, and the garage. The annual OCEF Rummage Sale is coming. ‘We’re asking for household, outdoor and garage items, children’s toys, small appliances and furniture,? said Sue Kelty, rummage sale co-chair. ‘We are also looking for children’s clothing, particularly coats and jeans, and career clothing for […]
Brandon Twp.- Students will see a new face in school this year. Eric Overall isn’t exactly the new kid. As an Oakland County Sheriff’s Office deputy for 19 years, he’s been around the block. But after four years on the midnight patrol shift in the township, he has moved into the position of school liaison […]
Tonja Brice, Fran Hotchkiss, and Robin Loughlin all work at the Brandon Township Public Library, and were nominated to do the ‘Ice Bucket Challenge? to benefit the ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) Association. ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord and is eventually fatal for those who […]