Beecher News

The torch has been passed between two generations at Marlette Roofing and Sheet Metal Co.

Faced with mounting expenses and marginal increases in state aid, districts are searching for new ways to spare change including energy efficiency.

'I bought it at a used book sale for a few cents a couple of years ago," says Lois Johnson about the much-loved copy of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" she recently brought into Robert DuMouchelle for appraisal.

The South Christian athletic boosters held a golf outing Monday at Quail Ridge Golf Course to raise money for the school and to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of its rare state championship double in 1988.

Police are investigating what they call a bold crime. Four thieves are on the run after trying to steal a heavy ATM in Genesee County's Beecher community.

A severe storm whipped through the Argentine, Linden and Fenton areas Sunday afternoon, causing numerous power outages, damage to vehicles and homes and toppling trees.

The date was June 8, 1953, and the memories are still dark and gripping for those left behind.

On Saturday, May 17, 2008, Carl James Eigenauer, of Williamston, responded to his final fire alarm and ended a lifetime of service to his fellow man.

The Mott Community College TRIO Upward Bound Program is currently recruiting students for participation in its 2008-09 academic program.

Southwestern 12-5, Beecher 7-3: Dequante Walker had six hits, including two doubles, and also was the winning pitcher in Game 2 for Southwestern .

“Two people lost their lives over a couple of dollars”

MT. MORRIS TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- He didn't use a gun, a knife or even his bare hands to commit first-degree murder. via Flint Township/Swartz Creek Advance

“A lot of kids need a way to express themselves and not just focus on play”

Voters brought a decidedly negative mood to the polls Tuesday, booting incumbents in several area districts. via The Flint Journal

“She thought she was going to save us, and she did”

Mary Early compares her children to the five fingers on her hand - all different but sharing a common connection. via The Flint Township

“Our economy can't handle any more taxes. ... The people are just strapped”

Danielle Fulcher, 17, and Kaitlin Norton, 17, sort poll books in alphabetical order while volunteering Tuesday evening during local elections at the Genesee County Administration Building. via MLive.com

“I don't have children in the school district, but I have grandchildren in the district, and I want them to get the best education they can”

Despite a foundering economy, voters approved nonhomestead renewals in the Beecher and Fenton school districts and a Headlee override proposal in Goodrich. via The Flint Journal

As elections go, it's hardly a thriller. But balloting today could have a big impact on numerous local communities. via The Flint Journal

“I'm running for the school board to complete an unfinished job. I love this community, and I want to see it return to the days of old when people revered Beecher.”

BEECHER Friday, May 02, 2008 Name: Darrick Collins Age: 37 Education: Beecher High School graduate. via The Flint Journal

Slate Noronah, who tripled to start the inning, scored on an error in the bottom of the fifth inning to break a tie and help Beecher claim a 13-12 win over Northern in prep baseball Tuesday. via The Flint Journal

The waiting room at the American Medical Missionary Care clinic at 1320 N. Michigan in Saginaw is a busy place on a Friday afternoon. via Saginaw News

Categories: Baseball Brock Sherbino threw a one-hitter with six strikeouts as Kearsley upset LakeVille in a non-league baseball contest Tuesday. via The Flint Journal