Sheila Preadmore

Charlotte, MI formerly of Lansing, MI

    Sheila Preadmore went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at the age of 78. Born August 26, 1947 to Michael and Delores (Gibbs) Cline in Lansing, Michigan. Sheila lived most of her life in Webberville, Michigan and moved to Lansing to be the caregiver for her mother, a job she took great pride in for over 20 years.

    Sheila took great pride in flower gardens. She also designed and created a landscape pond in her yard. Sheila could be best described as a little goofy and someone who liked to have a good time. Whether it was playing a prank on someone, taking a road to trip the casino, or the Bingo Hall, she was always living in the moment and ready for the next adventure. Most important to her was her family. She was considered a mother to not only her children but also many of the neighborhood kids. Sheila was a true matriarch, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

    Preceding her in death were her brother, Michael Cline; sister, Sharon DeRosia, as well as her parents.

    Surviving are her sons, Ronald (Dawn) Preadmore and Todd Preadmore; grandchildren, Ronald Preadmore Jr., Dylan Preadmore, Emily (Jacob) Blake, Kayla (Stephen) Chappell; great granddaughter, Evelyn Chappell as well as many nieces and nephews.

    A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Skinner Funeral Home, 101 W. Jolly Rd. Lansing, MI 48910. Family will receive friends for visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com

 Doug Hartley

    Doug Hartley left us very unexpectedly from a heart attack on July 23, 2026. He was born on November 3, 1972. He is survived by his parents, Diana and Ron Hartley, sister Kris Walker, and brother Greg Hartley.

    He also leaves behind a daughter, Hailey Ann, nieces and nephews Jon, Alyssa, Patrick, Joyce and James, great niece and nephew, Devon and Noon, aunts Connie Van Idour and Marci Hartley, and several cousins. His constant companions were his dogs Hemingway and Marley. Doug was preceded in death by his grandparents, Pat and Dolores Dominowski and Peter and Rena Hartley and many aunts and uncles. Also his best friends, his Dalmations Dylan and Riley.

    Doug graduated from Fowlerville High School in 1991. He loved riding his bike and participating in various charity rides. Adventures with Riley and Hemingway were another important part of his life (Riley crossed the Rainbow Bridge on July 23, 2025). He moved to St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands in 2023 were he was “living the dream.”

    Due to the logistics involved in getting Doug home from St. Thomas, funeral arrangements through Penzien-Steele Funeral Home in Bay City, Michigan are incomplete at this time.

 Leo Bonish

Fowlerville, Michigan

    His Legacy… Leo Paul Bonish, 85, passed away on July 25, 2026.

    Born on July 16, 1941, in Detroit, Michigan, Leo was the son of Julius Bonish and Pauline (Fedasz) Bonish. Leo will be remembered as a loving, loyal, and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was a hardworking man with a warm heart and a gift for making others smile through his classic sense of humor. He found great joy in nature and the outdoors and had a lifelong passion for photography. While he enjoyed his work as a dairy farmer, he also built a creative career behind the camera, photographing weddings and graduations, producing training films, and creating promotional videos for local businesses and community organizations.

    Leo's kindness, dedication to his family, strong work ethic, and ability to bring laughter to those around him will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.

    His Family… Leo will be missed by his children, Brian (Kimberly) Bonish, Jennifer (James) Prather, Chris Bonish; sister-in-law, Judy Bonish; grandchildren, Kirsten, Riley, Haley; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Kathleen Bonish; parents, Julius and Pauline Bonish; brother, Robert Bonish.

    His Farewell… Leo’s family and friends will gather privately. Please leave a message of comfort for Leo’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

 ‘Oxymorons’ return to Williamston Concert Series this Thursday, Aug. 6th

    The Williamston Summer Concert Series brings back a favorite the ‘Oxymorons’ this Thursday August 6 at McCormick Park. The talented Oxymorons feature great classics from the 60-80's. Locals will recognize the drummer, retired Williamston MD Dr. Keith Nelson.

    The Oxymorons are sponsored by Tavern 109 and Al Bourdeau Insurance. Concessions by the Williamston Area Senior Center. Social District cocktails can be purchased at the concert sponsor Tavern 109.

    The 2026 summer concert patrons include Williamston Rotary, Custom Built Design & Remodelling, Granger Waste services and Xfinity/Comcast.

 Webberville United Methodist Church to serve Chicken Dinner on Aug. 15th

    Webberville United Methodist Church, located at 4215 E. Holt Rd., is serving a drive through Chicken Dinner on Saturday, August 15. The dinner includes two pieces oven fried chicken, mashed potatoes, chicken gravy, green beans, corn casserole, coleslaw, roll and cookies. All for $12. Dinner served 5 to 7 pm or until we run out.

 Vet Fest to be held at Cleary University in Howll on Saturday, August 8th

    Vet Fest will be held at Cleary University in Howell on Saturday, August 8th. The venue is new, with the past few events having been held at the Fowlerville Fairgrounds.

    The festival is put on by VETLIFE, a Michigan-based veteran-led non profit..

    Based on past attendance, organizers expect nearly 3,000 veterans and their immediate family members to gather for what has become one of Michigan's largest veteran events.

    The free event will once again feature live entertainment, food trucks, family activities, children's attractions, veteran service organizations, community resources, local businesses, prize giveaways, and opportunities for veterans to reconnect with one another while learning about services available throughout the region.

    “Vet Fest is about much more than one afternoon of celebration. It's about reminding veterans that they are valued, helping them discover resources they may not know exist, and creating connections that continue long after the event ends,” said Joshua Parish, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of VETLIFE.

    Each year, volunteers, veteran service organizations, healthcare providers, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community partners come together to make Vet Fest possible, demonstrating what can happen when an entire community rallies around those who served.

    "One conversation can change the direction of someone's life," said Cortnie Parish, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of VETLIFE. "Whether a veteran discovers a benefit they've earned, reconnects with another veteran, or simply leaves knowing they're not alone, that's why we do this work."

    VETLIFE is dedicated to helping veterans navigate life after service through technology, trusted partnerships, community engagement, and year-round outreach.

    Rather than focusing on a single program or annual event, VETLIFE has developed a year round network of support designed to connect veterans with benefits information, trusted resources, wellness tools, and opportunities to engage with their local communities. Its free Battle Buddy platform helps veterans access trusted information, resources, and guidance whenever they need it, while the organization's in-person initiatives foster meaningful connections among veterans, families, and community partners. That mission comes to life during Vet Fest, VETLIFE's signature annual veteran appreciation event.

 Western Livingston County voters have several contested races to decide on in August 4th Primary

By Steve Horton

    While early voting in the Michigan Primary started last Saturday, July 25, and mail-in voting began before that, the bulk of eligible voters are expected to cast their ballots this Tuesday, August 4th.

    Voters residing in Western Livingston County have several contested races to decide on. Otherwise, the candidates running for their respective party nominations are unopposed.

    On the Democratic Party ballot, there are three disputed contests. These include the Michigan     Governor’s race with Jocelyn Benson and Chris Swanson as the candidates, the U.S. Senate race where Abul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens are facing each other, and the 7th Congressional District contest where Bridget Brink, William Lawrence, and Matt Maasdon are vying for the nominaton.

    On the Republican Party ballot there is the Governor’s race with John James and Perry Johnson seeking the nomination. Others on the ballot have suspended their campaigns. Locally, there are three candidates seeking the partial term as a trustee on the Howell Township Board that was created by a resignation, The term runs until Nov. 20, 2028. The GOP candidates are John Marhofer II, Jeffrey Smith, and Laura Wilkerson.

    Also of local interest is the Livingston County 44th Circuit Court judgeship on the non-partisan ballot. Seeking to fill the six-year term are Andrea Banfield, Christopher Candela, Mark Gatesman, Mary Ellen Hayes, and Kristina Lyke. The top two vote-getters in advance to the November General Election.

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Several millage proposals also on ballot

    Voters in Livingston County will also decide on several millage proposals that will be on the August 4th Michigan Primary ballot. These include a countywide proposal to continue funding the Livingston County Veterans Services Program, a renewal of the Village of Fowlerville Mosquito Control Program, a renewal of the 18-mill levy for non-homestead property for the Fowlerville Community Schools as well as the Morrice Area Schools, and a renewal and Headlee Rollback of the Cohoctah Township and Howell Township Road Millages.

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County of Livingston Renewal of the County Veterans Services Program Millage Proposal

    For the purpose of continuing to fund dedicated services and programs to Livingston County veterans of active United States military service and their dependents, including providing funding for the County Department of Veterans' Services, shall the constitutional limitation on general ad valorem taxes which may be assessed in any one (1) year upon all property within the County of Livingston, Michigan, be renewed by up to 0.1117 of one (1) mill ($0.1117 per $1,000.00 of taxable value) for a period of six (6) years, from 2028 through 2033, inclusive.

    If approved and levied in full, this millage will raise an estimated $1,600,000 in the first calendar year of the levy. As required by law, a small portion of the millage may also be disbursed to the Downtown Development Authorities of the City of Howell and the Village of Fowlerville; the Tax Increment Finance Authority of the City of Howell; and the Local Development Finance Authority of the Village of Fowlerville.

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Village of Fowlerville Mosquito Control Program Millage Proposal

    For the purpose of reauthorizing funding to continue the Village's Mosquito Control Program, shall the authorized millage of the Village of Fowlerville upon taxable real and tangible personal property within said Village, be increased, and shall the Village be authorized to levy, up to 0.7500 of one (1) mill ($0.7500 per $1,000 of taxable value) for a period of four (4) years, 2027 through 2030, inclusive?

    If approved and levied in full, this millage will raise an estimated $45,000 for the Village's Mosquito Control Program in the first year of the levy, based on taxable value. As required by law, a small portion of the millage may also be disbursed to the Fowlerville Downtown Development Authority and Local Development Finance Authority.

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Fowlerville Community Schools Operating Millage Renewal Proposal

    This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its full revenue per pupil foundation allowance. The remaining 0.5337 mill is only available to be levied to restore millage lost as a reduction required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and will only be levied to the extent necessary to restore that reduction. Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, in Fowlerville Community Schools, Livingston, Ingham and Shiawassee Counties, Michigan, be increased by 18.5337 mills ($18.5337 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 4 years, 2027 to 2030, inclusive, to provide funds for operating purposes; the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and 18 mills are levied in 2027 is approximately $3,782,870 (this is a renewal of millage that expired with the 2026 tax levy)?

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Cohoctah Township Road Millage Proposal

    Shall Cohoctah Township, Livingston County, Michigan, be authorized to levy a millage annually in an amount not to exceed 1.5 mills ($1.50 per each $1,000 of taxable value), of which 1.4677 mills is a renewal of the previously authorized millage that expires in 2026 and .0323 mill is new additional millage to restore the millage rate lost as a result of the Headlee Amendment millage reductions, against all taxable property in the Township for a period of four (4) years, 2027 through 2030, inclusive, for the purpose of constructing, preserving, improving, repairing, controlling dust, and maintaining roads in the Township? The estimate of the revenue the Township will collect in the first year (2027) if the millage is approved and levied by the Township is approximately $259,000.

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Howell Township Road Millage Renewal Proposal

    To renew .8976 mill ($.8976 per $1,000 of taxable value) (the previously authorized 1.0 mill levy reduced by the required millage rollback) for the improvement and maintenance of public roads in Howell Township for a period of four years beginning January 1, 2027 and ending December 31, 2030. Shall the previous limitation on the total amount of taxes that may be assessed against all property in the Township of Howell, County of Livingston, State of Michigan, as provided by Section 6, Article 9, of the Constitution of the State of Michigan, in the amount of 1 mill ($1 per $1,000 per taxable valuation) for a renewal period of four (4) years, commencing January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2030; the proceeds of the levy thereof to be used for the funding of the improvement and maintenance of public roads in the Township of Howell, Livingston County, State of Michigan, which renewal will raise in the first year of such levy an estimated $495,000?

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Morrice Area Schools Operating Millage Proposal

    This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its revenue per pupil foundation allowance. Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, in Morrice Area Schools, Shiawassee, Livingston and Ingham Counties, Michigan, be increased by 18 mills ($18.00 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 10 years, 2027 to 2036, inclusive, to provide funds for operating purposes; the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and 18 mills are levied in 2027 is approximately $497,638?

 Livingston County Genealogical Society to meet August 6th at Howell UMC

    The Livingston County Genealogical Society will hold an in-person meeting, Thursday, August 6th at 7pm at the First United Methodist Church in Howell, 1230 Bower Street. We will also offer a zoom link to this meeting; the link may be found on our Facebook page the week of the meeting. All are welcome. LCGS Secretary Denise Brown will present– “Five Scoundrels and a Patriot”

 Fowlerville District Library

Upcoming Events

Monday – Wednesday: 9:30 am to 7:00 pm

Thursday: 9:30 am to 8:00 pm

Friday: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

For any questions, or to register for programs, call us at                517-223-9089

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KIDS & FAMILY

Family Storytime (Ages 1-5)

For families with “littles” to learn, play and grow through a variety of stories, songs, rhymes, movements, and activities. Playtime and crafts included! 

Tues ● 10-11am

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Toddler Storytime (Ages 0-3)

A storytime for the “littlest littles” to learn, play, and grow through a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movements that appeal to short attention spans. 

Wed ● 10-11am

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Kids Club (Ages 6-12)

All the fun of Lego Club, but with more! Now you can play a game, complete a craft or activity, and still build with your favorite bricks. 

Thurs.● 4pm

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Graphic Novel Book Club

Read the book and then come to discuss it. Snacks provided. Books are available at the front desk and are yours to keep. We will be discussing SUMMER VAMP by Violet Chan Karim. 

Mon, Aug 24 ● 4pm

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Book Boxes (All ages)

Fill out the online form by visiting the events page on our website. Let the librarians pick a surprise selection of books for you. Register the first two weeks of every month to get next month’s box, which will be ready to pick up the first of the following month.

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Reading Dragons (All Ages)

Game on! Read to earn creature cards to collect and play games! Can you collect them all? Stop by the library to grab a reading log and a starter set to begin your adventure.

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Reading with Remington (Ages 6-12)

Read a story to Remington the dog! Pick out a short story or a few chapters to read to Remington. Time slots will be assigned first come, first served. 

Mon, Aug 10 ● 1-2pm

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Live Homework Help

Free with your library card! Log on to HelpNow, click “Live Help”, Enter subject and grade level and enter the online classroom for expert assistance. You can find a link on our homepage.

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Sensory Playtime (Ages 2-5)

This is a drop-in playtime filled with unstructured, sensory fun! Watch your littles use their imaginations to turn everyday things into toys. Caregiver supervision is required. 

Friday, Aug 21 ● 10-11am

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TEENS

Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 12-18)

Come play D&D 5th Edition! No prior experience needed.

Wednesdays ● 2:30-5pm

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Switch Free Play (Ages 10-18)

Open gaming time with the library's Switch.

Fridays ● 2:30-5 pm

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ADULTS

Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board will meet to discuss library business, the public is invited and encouraged to attend. 

Thurs, Aug 20 ● 6pm

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Writer’s Group Meeting

Are you an established or aspiring author? You are not alone. There are many writers in Fowlerville and the surrounding areas. We will meet in the historical room. 

Fri. Aug 21 ● 11 am

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Matthew Ball-The Boogie Woogie Kid

Join us for this live performance from an outstanding singer/pianist who will perform classics with a toe-tapping twist. He has appeared on the morning news and has performed at Campus Martius Park in Detroit. 

Thurs, Aug 6 ● 6pm

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So You Think You Can Puzzle! Puzzle Challenge

Calling all puzzlers for another puzzle challenge. Register your team of up to 4 people to complete an identical puzzle in the fastest time. Single registrants will be paired with other singles. Prizes will be awarded. This month’s puzzle features an American 250 theme. Space is limited. Sign ups are open.

Thurs, Aug 13 ● 6pm

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Route 66 Speaker

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of its creation, Rick Thomas takes us on an exploration of the origins, history, unique features, personalities and rebirth of “America’s Main Street” in today’s pop culture. 

Thurs, Aug 27 ● 6pm

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Fabric Ring Flowers

Join Liz and make a fabric ring flower to grace your late-summer, early-fall table. This fun and simple project includes all the supplies. Registration is required and opens on July 14

Thurs. Aug 13 ● 6pm

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Cardmaking (Adults)

Enjoy camaraderie and cards at this popular program. You will make four different cards to take home. All supplies included. Registration is required, sign ups begin on Aug 6.

Thurs Aug 20 ● 6pm & Fri Aug 21 ● 11 am

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Scrapbooking (Adults)

Make the most of your memories and join us for a fun day of scrapbooking your favorite photos. Stay the whole time or for just a few hours. Everyone gets their own table. Light refreshments will be provided. 

Sat. Aug 15 ● 10:30 – 3:30pm

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Shelf Indulgence Book Club (Adults)

Members take turns facilitating discussions. Come and enjoy some literary camaraderie! Register to get a free copy of the book, while supplies last. Registration begins one month before each scheduled meeting. Next meeting, we will discuss THE LIES THEY TOLD by Ellen Wiseman. 

Thurs, Aug 20 ● 2-3pm

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Sewing (Adults)

Bring your sewing machine and learn from a master seamstress. All levels of skill are welcome. Registration is required. 

Wed, Aug 19 ● 5:30pm & Fri, Aug 14 ● 10-2 pm

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Holistic Wellness (Adults)

Lyndsey Johnson from Natural Roots and Wellness presents workshops for promoting health and vitality through holistic practice. In this class, we will discuss gut health for prevention of illness and proper nourishment. Registration is required. 

Mon, Aug 3 ● 5pm

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Heartfulness Relaxation & Meditation (Adults)

Join us for a meditation session to help you de-stress, find inner calm, improve sleep and for general emotional well being. This one hour session is free and will put you in a meditative state. Registration is required, as space is limited.

Tues, Aug 25 ● 5:30pm

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Urban Pole Walking (Adult)

Learn the basics and benefits of pole walking by joining the Fowlerville Pole & Stroll Group (Loaner poles are available).  

Monday & Wednesday mornings. ● 9am

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Mixed Media With Craft and Hobby

Add a stunning dash of color to projects with mixed-media scrapbooking and art journaling techniques! Begin incorporating more color into your work by creating bright watercolor backgrounds, splashes, bubbles, and simple skylines. Registration is required and will open on July 29 for this program on Aug 27 ● 6pm

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Repair Cafe

Don’t throw it away! Bring your broken items here for repair and advice from handymen. 

Sat, Aug 22 ● 10-12

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Fowlerville Area Historical Society Meeting

The Historical Society will meet here. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. 

Thurs, Aug 6 ● 6pm

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Did You Know?

Did you know that we are a food collection location for the Family Impact Center? Non-perishable foods may be dropped off in the cafe area, and we thank you!

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A Friendly Reminder

We are happy to be fine-free, however after a book is 8 weeks overdue, the item will be withdrawn from our system and can no longer be returned. A library lost/replacement fee will be applied to the account. Please return your items on time so that others can enjoy them too.