HOLLY, Michigan – It was anything but a typical Sunday at the Holly Moose Lodge last weekend as dignitaries from around the state including the National Supreme Governor, James Henderson, came together to help the Holly Moose celebrate its 100th year anniversary.

The special program and luncheon highlighted the Moose Lodge’s contributions to the community, including sponsorship of the large flower pot plantings that adorn the village every summer.

Director for Holly’s Downtown Development Authority, Hope Ponsart and Co-Chair Lisa Clark graciously accepted a check for $1,080 from the Moose on behalf of the entire DDA Board.

HOLLY, Michigan – Residents who routinely travel Oakland Street will be in for a detour next week as employees of the CN Railroad repair the railroad crossing on Oakland Street, just east of Holly Academy.

Director for Holly’s Department of Public Works, Brian Klaassen said the railroad crossing will be closed beginning Monday, April 22 and is expected to reopen during the afternoon hours of Friday, April 26.

Klaassen said a rail at the crossing was broken in the winter, and temporarily fixed until spring. “Now that the weather is warming up, CN will be replacing the entire rail,” he said. Klaassen said CN Railroad officials will be posting a detour for motorists to use while the work is being completed.

HOLLY TOWNSHIP, Michigan – It’s officially spring, and Holly Township adult spring/summer softball league is gearing up for another fun season.

Both men’s and co-ed teams have until 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 24 to sign up and pay a $75 non-refundable deposit. A manager’s meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 25 at the Sorensen Nature Center, 5142 E. Holly Road, Holly. Each team must have a representative attend the meeting to receive the official rules, roster sheets and to pay the remaining team balance due.

Men’s teams will play Tuesdays. Co-ed teams will play on Thursdays and Fridays. Teams are urged to register now as space if filling up quickly.

For further information, contact the Holly Township Parks and Recreation Department at (248) 634-1758 or via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Larry Shiel

HOLLY, Michigan – Three notable Holly community members will be honored Saturday evening as Holly’s Amel Swartz American Legion Post 149 recognizes individuals selected to receive a Teacher of the Year, Policeman of the Year, and Fireman of the Year awards.

Chaired by Ray Pfenning, the Americanism Awards Committee sought the assistance of Holly Police Chief Michael Story, Holly Fire Chief, Steven McGee and the various principals from all of the Holly Area School buildings in obtaining the names of deserving nominees for the awards.  The criteria for making the nominations included job performance, community involvement, and veterans’ activity.

While the three selected individuals will each receive an award, all of those who were nominated will be recognized during the ceremony by Post Commander Larry Shiel and Vice Commander, Joe Mishler.