10 horses die in barn fire, juvenile arrested in crime



BURTON — A juvenile may be charged in the arson of a barn which killed 10 horses Feb. 20 in the 5400 block of Lippincott Road. The fire started at 4 a.m., Feb. 20 at the Midnight Sun Training Center. Three horses survived the blaze. This is the third fire at the facility since mid- January and the second fire […]

Attorney presents plan for Rx marijuana model




BURTON — An attorney representing the Burton medical marijuana dispensary — the Hemphill Wellness — is introducing a model that will help dispensaries stay open after the Michigan Supreme Court’s decision in the McQueen case. Grand Blanc-based attorney Bruce Leach introduced a “collaborative” model he said would make it legal for dispensaries to keep operating despite the recent state ruling […]

Popular drummer dies, benefit held in honor




BURTON — A popular, local rock drummer died Feb. 20 after sustaining critical injuries from a car accident. Chad Kelsey, a Flint drummer, will have his life celebrated by his friends and family in a benefit called Chad-Stock. Kelsey was known for playing in many bands throughout the years such as Mandy Lane and the Lost Highway, Westfall and Surviving […]

Applicants sought for home repair for vets project




GENESEE COUNTY — Genesee County Habitat for Humanity (GCHFH) is seeking applicants for its Critical Home Repair for Veteran’s program. GCHFH is one of 84 Habitat affiliates nationwide chosen to participate in Repair Corps, a veterans-support initiative of Habitat for Humanity International and The Home Depot Foundation. GCHFH received grant funds for five projects in Genesee County, said Juan Zuniga, […]

Psychic at Collette’s changed to March 2



BURTON — There will be a psychic fair in Burton at Collette’s Vintage (former Cumming’s Harley Davidson Building) on March 2 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. There will be vendors and readers and there is still room for more. — G.G.

Mom 2 Mom sale at Holy Rosary



GENESEE TWP. — Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5199 Richfield Ra.d, will hold a Mom 2 Mom Sale March 2 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is $1 per person, table rental available for $20 per table. Featured items include gently used children’s clothing, shoes, toys, books, strollers and pack ‘n plays. The sale is sponsored by St. Patrick’s Guild and the […]

Smiley announces upcoming coffee hours



LANSING — State Rep. Charles Smiley (DBurton) has announced the times, dates and locations for upcoming coffee hours in his district. Smiley regularly meets with residents to hear their concerns and update them on his work at the state Capitol. Smiley will hold the following coffee hours: • From 9-11 a.m. March 4, at the Burton Senior Citizens Center, 3410 […]

VFW to hold fish fry



BURTON — Every Friday the Burton Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2777 and its Auxiliary have a Fish Fry from 4-7 p.m. The menu consists of Pollock (Walleye family), chicken strips or shrimp, french fries, mac and cheese or onion rings; coleslaw or applesauce, french bread and coffee. The Post is located at 2260 S. Belsay Rd. (between I-69 & […]

Burton Eagles looking for new members



BURTON — The Burton Eagles #3814, 3317 E. Bristol Rd., are looking for new members. The Eagles is a family oriented organization commited to giving back to the community. It is one of the biggest charitable donors in Michigan. Weekly events at the post include: • A fish, steak and walleye dinner every Friday from 5-8 p.m. • Karaoke Friday […]

Bank investment officer gives insight to business group




FLINT TWP. — Looking for a solid stock market investment tip? Create a plan and stick to it is one piece of advice from Steve Schiestel, chief investment officer for Citizens Bank Wealth Management, who spoke last week to the West Flint Business Association. Likening investments to making New Year’s resolutions, Schiestel said most investors start off with good intentions […]