Local girl donates hair to Locks for Love
GRAND BLANC — Grand Blanc resident Anna Garian, 8, recently made a trip to Identity Salon in Grand Blanc to have her hair cut for Locks for Love.
“I wanted to give my hair to kids who have lost their hair,” she said. Stylist Wendy Williams cut Garian’s hair for no charge since it was donated to the organization.
Garian attends Faith Baptist Church in Davison. — N.B.

SOS online renewal program
GENESEE COUNTY — The Department of State’s online renewal program for vehicle and watercraft license plate registrations has helped residents easily renew license plates for ten years now.
The number of online renewals has grown each year since it was first recorded in 1998. “The number of online renewals is soaring as more customers learn of this convenient option,” said Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land.
Residents can renew their plates online by entering the PIN number from the renewal notice and the number of their valid VISA, MasterCard or Discover credit card. They will then receive their license plate tab and registration by mail.
“Renewals only take a minute or two over the internet and let you skip the trip to a branch office,” Land said.
For information or to renew license plates, visit www.Michigan. gov/sos or call 1-888-SOS-MICH. — A.S.

Don’t miss the Farmers Market
GRAND BLANC — The City of Grand Blanc Farmers Market announces the arrival of the Kid’s Corner this Sunday during market hours, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Kid’s Corner kickoff day, sponsored by Roly Poly, features the Shriners Clowns, a blow-up house and a passport for kids to go around the market and receive stickers from participating vendors. Each week, the market features snackie food for sale by Let’s Get Nuts, cooking demonstrations and a Michigan State University (MSU) Master Gardener resource table.
Additional food will be available, such as ribs, cole slaw and drinks from Damon’s; sandwiches, chips, drinks and dessert from Roly Poly; and breakfast food, hot dogs, chips and drinks from Phillip Favee.
The Farmers Market is located on Grand Blvd. For more information, call 810-694-1118 or visit www.cityofgrandblanc.com. — N.B.

Public safety forum
GRAND BLANC — Republican candidate for state representative Paul Scott will hold a Public Safety forum 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 17 in the atrium of the Grand Mall, 12751 S. Saginaw St.
In addition to Scott, speakers include Genesee County Commissioner Miles Gadola, Grand Blanc Township Police Chief David Stamm and Michigan State Police Sergeant Kevin Sweeney. Admission is free and catering is provided by Luca’s Chophouse. — A.S.

Books and bugs
GOODRICH — A “Bugs, Books and Beyond” presentation is 3 p.m. July 15 at Goodrich Library, 10237 Hegel Rd.
The hands-on program will begin with a discussion about the importance of bugs in our ecosystem. The presentation is provided courtesy of Dynamic West School Assemblies. Details: 810-636-2489. — S.S.

Goodrich Lions host Freeland Lions Club
GOODRICH — The Goodrich Lions Club hosted its “twinning” club of Freeland for a steak roast at the Lions building south of Goodrich June 19.
Along with Freeland members, spouses of Lions were in attendance for a special program by Dale Kutchey of Clarkston on his collection of memorabilia from the War of 1812 and the Civil War. Eight tables were filled with weapons, uniforms, pictures and other items collected by Kutchey. — N.B.

Mechanical problem temporarily closes Polar Palace
LAPEER — A fault in the refrigeration equipment has forced the temporarily closing of the Polar Palace Arena Complex.
Manager Ken Benson reports that the arena will be closed through July. All registrations should be done via mail. Questions: www.polarpalace.com. — L.P.

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