New wave crime
GRAND BLANC — Identity theft has been identified as the fastest- growing crime nationwide, causing lawmakers to create new policies to combat it. Carolyn Eaglin from Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox’s office will be in Grand Blanc for a seminar Oct. 19 to discuss new initiatives and ways residents can protect themselves.
The presentation is scheduled from 7-8 p.m. at Kirkridge Presbyterian Church. Answers to issues such as who commits identity theft, protections against it, what, exactly, identity theft is and other important topics are planned for the discussion.
A minimum of 25 people are needed for the presentation to go forward. To register, call 810-694-3321. — P.H.

Brendel
transformed
GRAND BLANC — A lot of work this summer went into transforming the Brendel campus from a sixth-grade transition building into an elementary school.
Among the new features are plants and benches in the entrance area, a courtyard complete with landscaping and a stuffed Brendel bulldog sleeping in the flowers, and a colorful mural in the entrance.
Pine Ridge Farms Miniature Horses and Royal Garden Florists donated the entrance greenery. Landscaper Ted Yachanin, a former Grand Blanc wrestling coach, designed and created the courtyard. The mural was painted by teacher Alisa Andree and self-portrait tiles were created by Brendel students with the help of art teacher Scott Blair. Colony Market provided discounted food during the open house. — P.H.

Scholarship chance
GENESEE COUNTY — Mott Community College, University of Michigan-Flint and the Concerned Pastors for Social Action have teamed up to offer scholarships to college-bound students in the community.
Two students from the Flint area will be recognized each year for their commitment to community service and academic achievement. The scholarships will pay for full tuition fees and up to $400 for books at each school per semester. One recipient must enroll at MCC in the fall and transfer to UM-Flint after completing an associate’s degree. The second student must be a transfer student with an associate’s degree who must enroll at UM-Flint to work toward a bachelor’s degree.
This year’s inaugural scholarships have been awarded. For information about applying in future years, contact Carlos Cisneros, MCC community outreach and engagement coordinator, at 810-762-5125. — P.H.

Bakers needed
GRAND BLANC TWP. — Genesys Health Park is hosting a Christmas Bake Sale on Dec. 15 and needs bakers who would like to contribute baked goods.
The bake sale proceeds benefit Genesys Hospice Care Center’s activities fund for residents and their families. The hospice provides end-of-life treatment and care for patients and their families.
Baked goods can be dropped off at Genesys Hospice Care Center, 7280 S. State Rd. in Goodrich, by 4 p.m. Dec. 14, or to Genesys Health Park by 7 a.m. on Dec. 15.
For information, call 810-636-5000 or 1-888-943-9690. — J.D.N.

Soloist auditions
GRAND BLANC — The Grand Blanc Arts Council is hosting soloist auditions for the Community Messiah Sing-Along from 3-4:30 p.m. Oct. 15 at St. Christopher’s Church, 9020 Saginaw Rd.
Soloists should prepare the following from Schirmer’s Edition:
• Soprano: There Were Shepherds, p. 79; Rejoice Greatly, p. 87; Come Unto Him, p. 96.
• Alto: Behold a Virgin Shall Conceive, p. 47; O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings, p. 47; Then Shall the Eyes of the Blind, p. 94; He Shall Feed His Flock, p. 94.
• Tenor: Comfort Ye, p. 7; Every Valley, p. 10.
• Bass: For Behold Darkness, p. 60; People That Walked, p. 62.
The Messiah Sing-Along will be at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 26 at St. Christopher’s. For more information, call 810-695-8933. — P.H.

Band exhibition
GOODRICH — Goodrich High School is hosting the “Goodrich High School Marching Band Exhibition” beginning at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2.
The show features bands from Swartz Creek, Holly, Fenton, Corunna and Goodrich high schools. Each band will present its 2006 halftime shows to each other and in front of adjudicators.
Admission is $5 per person and concessions will be available. For information, call 810-591-2248. — P.H.

Blood drive
GRAND BLANC TWP. — Faith Lutheran Church is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive from noon-5:45 p.m. Oct. 4.
The church is located at 12534 Holly Rd. For information, call 1-800-GIVELIFE. — P.H.

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