Whispering Pines

A great place to call home

You know it’s a desirable apartment community when it has a waiting list. “We’re always full,” says Lindsey DeForest, manager of the 104- unit Whispering Pines property. “We pride ourselves on being a great place to call home.” It seems the residents find it so. The average length of tenancy at Whispering Pines is four … Continued

Great Lakes Pediatric Associates

Caring for children from birth through adolescence

Each week, several newborns “join the family” at Great Lakes Pediatric Associates. From well- child care, immunizations and sports physicals to treating chronic or complex health issues, the practice is dedicated to providing the highest quality primary health care to patients from birth through age 18. Physician Leslie Reynolds, M.D. (above right), is a graduate … Continued

Dispose of prescription drugs properly, help prevent abuse

Police stations have drop-off boxes for expired and unwanted prescription medicines: Did you know there are drop-off boxes at local police stations for expired and unwanted prescription medications? There’s one at the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office complex in Mason, one in the lobby of the Delhi Township substation, and one at the Mason Police Department. … Continued

Caterpillar Corner Learning Center

Quality childcare, educational enrichment and support

Doris Roberson, co-owner of Caterpillar Corner Learning Center, inherited a family passion for education. “Education starts early,” she says. “My mother would say it starts in the womb.” Her business partner and co-owner, Santrece Roberts, shares that passion. And both bring extensive experience in working with and caring for kids. Doris is a 25-year veteran … Continued

“Pumpkin Town” and Halloween decorating

What: Pumpkin Town and Halloween decorating When: Pumpkins will be placed around town in October. Decorations are encouraged beginning Oct. 1 through Oct. 31. Summary: Residents and businesses are encouraged to show their Halloween spirit by helping to transform Holt into a “pumpkin town” by decorating their lawns, storefronts and homes. Details: To help set … Continued

Glow Green! (Or Blue!)

Weekend of the MSU v. U of M football game: October 16, 17 & 18

Nothing brings out the colors like the MSU-UM football showdown. On rivalry weekend, let’s make Holt GLOW GREEN! Township residents and businesses are encouraged to show their colors by placing a green (or blue, if they must!) light bulb in their porch light, front window or other outdoor lamp. Bulbs should be lighted beginning on … Continued

Reinventing real estate sales

List True Realty offers more ways to sell your home

List True president Brian Knight wants you to know that his company is “a lot different” than traditional real estate firms. And that difference, Brian says, can save a seller thousands of dollars in real estate commissions—or result in a rebate of thousands for a buyer. “We’re more efficient,” he says, “so we can charge … Continued

Music in the Garden 2015

Load up the kids, the blankets and the lawn chairs! For the eighth consecutive year, the Holt Community Arts Council will present Music In the Garden, its free summer concerts at Veterans Memorial Gardens.

The family-friendly Thursday night concert series will feature a first-rate, diverse lineup, said Arts Council President Kara Hope. “We have a couple of returning favorites and a couple of artists who will be new to Music in the Garden,” she said. “We try to bring in something fresh every summer, and our audiences seem to … Continued

Making connections

The Holt Community Connect Volunteer Bureau needs you!

Do you find yourself seeking more joy? More enrichment? New skills or knowledge? Volunteering through Holt Community Connect (HCC) may be the gift that keeps on giving, says HCC Executive Director Marcy Bishop Kates. “We provide avenues for volunteerism that also benefit the volunteer,” Marcy emphasizes. “We match you up with things you are comfortable … Continued