BURTON — A family who was affected by dangerous conditions the year before a 15-year-old Davison teen died while using a pedestrian bridge over I-69 and near Court Street will testify in court against the City of Burton next month. Davison student Evan Anger died March 26, 2010, three days after his 15th birthday. He was riding his bike home […]
Benefit set for local girl dealing with brain injury
BURTON — Pink and purple ribbons tied around trees in the front yards of area homes signify thoughts and prayers for a little girl with an angelic name that friends and family refer to as “Princess.” Days before school began, on Aug. 26, a neighborhood accident in the Bendle district left NeVaeh Pullom with significant brain injuries. It was about […]
Mallard Ponds fate now in hands of auction
BURTON — Council members are left wondering how risky Monday’s decision is after they elected to bundle 64 Mallard Pond lots with nearly 1,800 other foreclosed Genesee County properties for a land auction in eight days. The auction will see the Mallard Ponds lots offered up for a minimum bid of $6,400 along with other land parcels of varying prices […]
Atherton gets energy award
BURTON — At the board’s October workshop meeting, Atherton Schools was presented the Energy Excellence Award by the Genesee County Energy Consortium after two years of turning off lights and computers when not in use. The energy conservation practices in the three-building district were employed by both students, teachers and administrators. Students got in the habit of switching off lights […]
Humane Society readies for season with activities
BURTON — After planting petunias and marigolds in June at a beautification party, The Humane Society of Genesee County is making end-of-season landscaping duties into a party as well. The Humane Society of Genesee County’s garden cleanup will take place on Nov. 5 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Roughly 30 Kettering students from organizations and sororities will be on hand that […]
Harvest Fest planned
FLINT — Flint Baptist Temple is sponsoring the 2011 Harvest Fest to be held Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m. Activities include trunk treat, bounce house, hayride (weather permitting). There is no cost for all activities and treats, which include hot dogs and popcorn. Flint Baptist Temple is located at 1430 E. Bristol Road between Saginaw Road and I-475. Details: call […]
Harvest party at church
BURTON — River of Life Ministries, located at 4216 S. Belsay Rd., will be having its annual Community Harvest Party on Oct. 29, from 4-7 p.m. This is a free event for families with children ages 1-12. There are carnival games, bounce houses, a hayride, face painting, race cars, two juggling shows, and lots of candy. Costumes are not necessary, […]
Smiley to hold October coffee hours in Burton
BURTON — State Rep. Charles Smiley (DBurton) will hold coffee hours on Oct. 24 and Oct. 28, in Burton to meet as many residents as possible and listen to their concerns. “It’s important to me that I stay in touch with the opinions and priorities of everyone in our community,” Smiley said. “It’s my job as our State Representative to […]
Ladies shopping expo coming to Holy Rosary
GENESEE TWP. — Vendors, crafters and shoppers wanted for a Ladies Shopping Expo on Nov. 12 at Holy Rosary, 5191 Richfield Rd. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost is $1 admission to shop. Table rental is $25 per 8-foot table. Details: Call 810-744-9228 or e-mail kimkall@comcast.net to register. — G.G.