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Swartz Creek Board of Education expects packed house to discuss future of Morris Elementary
BY MIKE KILLBREATH
CCN News Executive Editor
FLINT (CCN) — Tonight at 6 o'clock will be a major meeting for the Swartz Creek Board of Education. The future of Morrish Elementary's fate is on the agenda.
Residents opposing a proposed advanced manufacturing plant in Mundy Township have been discussing the topic for months because the school si
BY MIKE KILLBREATH
CCN News Executive Editor
FLINT (CCN) — Tonight at 6 o'clock will be a major meeting for the Swartz Creek Board of Education. The future of Morrish Elementary's fate is on the agenda.
Residents opposing a proposed advanced manufacturing plant in Mundy Township have been discussing the topic for months because the school sits right smack in the middle of a 1,388-acre site were $259 million in state tax dollars have gone to make it happen.
Outgoing Superintendent Rod Hetherington admitted at a recent meeting that the district has had offers for the school building from the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance which is an arm of the Flint-based non-profit organization known as the Flint & Genesee Group Inc.
The state funding was given last year by the state legislature and signed into the budget by Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
It's also on the agenda for the board to approve Deputy Superintendent Jim Kitchen as the interim Superintendent. Rod Hetherington resigned the district's top job on Friday (June 20, 2025) after the Zeeland Board of Education voted to hire him as Superintendent there a night earlier.
PHOTO CAPTION: Pictured above this story is a photo of Morrish Elementary.
Superintendent Rod Hetherington leaving Swartz Creek district for top job in Zeeland district
Superintendent Rod Hetherington leaving Swartz Creek district for top job in Zeeland district
BY GARY ANDERSON
CCN Staff Writer
SWARTZ CREEK (CCN) — Rod Hetherington has issued a resignation letter to the community he grew up in after being chosen to become the new Superintendent of the Zeeland school district.
Metro Flint News/Talk Radio's Morning Gazette Radio Show first reported earlier this month that the Swartz Creek school dist
BY GARY ANDERSON
CCN Staff Writer
SWARTZ CREEK (CCN) — Rod Hetherington has issued a resignation letter to the community he grew up in after being chosen to become the new Superintendent of the Zeeland school district.
Metro Flint News/Talk Radio's Morning Gazette Radio Show first reported earlier this month that the Swartz Creek school district's leader had applied for Zeeland position, then reported exclusively that he was one of two finalists before reporting last week that he had been selected.
Hetherington has been Superintendent since July of 2022 when he was selected for the top job from 22 applicants after Benjamin Mainka left the district to become the superintendent of the Novi school district.
Hetherton had previously served as the district's Deputy Superintendent after working in roles as the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and as a building principal and assistant principal.
He was a 1991 graduate of Swartz Creek High School.
Hetherington worked as a classroom teacher in the Flushing and Fenton districts before landing a job as an administrator at Swartz Creek.
He will begin his new role on July 7 in Zeeland.
A salary was not immediately determined when Zeeland's school board voted unanimously on Thursday (June 19, 2025) to hire Hetherington. The position was advertised with a pay range of $200,000 to $250,000. Hetherington's salary at Swartz Creek was $195,389, according to a web site that tracks school district salaries known as govsalaries.com.
In a farewell letter, Hetherington told district residents: "After 21 years of service to Swartz Creek Community Schools, I have accepted the Superintendent position at Zeeland Public Schools. This decision is truly bittersweet. Swartz Creek is my hometown and has been my place of leadership, from the principal of Morrish Elementary to assistant superintendent to superintendent. It has been a true privilege to serve the students, staff, and families of this district. Together, we’ve accomplished great things. We’ve supported students, passed bonds, expanded services, and faced significant challenges with heart and determination. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built and confident in the outstanding leadership team that’s in place to continue that work with excellence. Thank you for your trust, support, and partnership over the years. Though I look forward to this next chapter, Swartz Creek will always be home."
PHOTO CAPTION: Pictured above this story is Rod Hetherington who is leaving his post as Superintendent at the Swartz Creek school district.
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Here's a quick peek at other headlines inside today's edition of The Daily Gazette:
METRO SECTION:
SPORTS SECTION:
LIFE STYLES SECTION:
See today's headlines under a photo of columnist and radio show host Dr. Arnie Cole
LOCAL BUSINESS SECTION:
LaFontaine Automotive Group celebrates official grand opening of LaFontaine Ford in Mundy Township
Nobody talking despite rumors flying about sale of Genesee Valley Center in Flint Twp.
Jonanne Fabrics closing 300 stores including in Burton at Courtland Center, Flint Twp on Miller Road
Long-time owners of BJ's Bar in Burton announce sale of iconic bar with dancing sandwiches mural
VIEWPOINTS SECTION:
METRO FLINT NEWS/TALK RADIO:
Weekday & Weekend Line-up of Programs
MY AM ADVANTAGE
Guide to headlines inside today's edition can be found under the photo below of Garlan Gilchrist II running for Governor of Michigan in 2026
State & National Business Section
FAME NEWSPAPERS
LOCAL EDITIONS:
GRAND BLAN PRESS
Read, Sing, Talk, Write, Play coming to Genesee District Library branches; Grand Blanc
WEST VALLEY VOICE
Wild car chase by Metro Police Authority goes through Burton, ends in Davison area
Dispute over paying Mundy Twp Deputy Supervisor Dave Huffman goes to Department of Labor
GENESEE VALLEY PRESS
Two proposed appointments to Flint City Council committees before City Special Affairs on Monday
Dave Huffman sworn in as new Deputy Supervisor in Mundy Twp as fireworks continue there
Mundy Twp board may consider ending ambulance contract over death in Flint
Mott Foundation donates $10 million to refurbish, re-open old Beecher High School building
THE BURTON BANNER
Police reveal leads on baggies with racist flyers dropped across Burton at end of driveways
Wild car chase by Metro Police Authority goes through Burton, ends in Davison area
NORTH COUNTY TRIBUNE
Mott Foundation donates $10 million to refurbish, re-open old Beecher High School building
Linden's Tim Crow, old teammate's son Robby Diment set to open Metro League baseball play against defending division champs
(CCN) — Tim Crow and his old high school teammate Robert Diment's son (Robby) are preparing to face the Metro League's defending division champions in Monday's (April 14, 2025) openers. Crow is head coach at Linden which travels to Flushing to take on the 2024 Stripes Division champs while Diment's Clio Mustangs are headed to Lake Fenton
(CCN) — Tim Crow and his old high school teammate Robert Diment's son (Robby) are preparing to face the Metro League's defending division champions in Monday's (April 14, 2025) openers. Crow is head coach at Linden which travels to Flushing to take on the 2024 Stripes Division champs while Diment's Clio Mustangs are headed to Lake Fenton to take on the 2024 Star Division champs. Flushing beat Lake Fenton in the 2024 cross-over championship game.
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PHOTO CAPTION: Pictured above this story is a photo of Linden Coach Tim Crow when facing Robby Diment of Clio last season for the first time. Crow was teammates in high school with Diment's father, Robert Diment.
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LOCAL SPORTS SECTION HEADLINES:
Successful Flint Powers Catholic basketball coach Ryan Trevichick named to lead Mott's Lady Bears
Flint City Bucks going all out for Military Appreciation game on June 14 at Atwood Stadium
New Senior A hockey franchise announced for 810 Sports Complex on Elms Road in Clayton Twp.
Sports programs this week on Metro Flint News/Talk Radio
FEATURED "SPORTS THOUGHTS" COLUMN
Executive Editor Mike Killbreath:
TODAY'S "SPORTS THOUGHTS" COLUMNS
INSIDE LOCAL SPORTS SECTION
Executive Editor Mike Killbreath:
Welcome to new era of college basketball: Transfer portal and NIL deals change landscape of game
RECENT "SPORTS THOUGHTS" COLUMNS
Executive Editor Mike Killbreath:
Dramatic victories en route to winning it all bring back fond memories for Powers hockey fans
Tiger Woods chats about Stevie Wonder's golf game; Stevie makes bet
Flintstone flavor to MHSAA March Madness Division 1 tournament led by Flint Carman-Ainsworth
MY AM ADVANTAGE SPORTS SECTION
SPORTS IN LOCAL EDITIONS
West Valley Voice:
Flushing opens Metro League baseball season by bombing Linden; Swartz Creek splits pair at Kearsley
Flushing leader Steve Burdis preps baseball team for defense of Metro League championship
Tri-County News:
M-15 Connection:
Goodrich opens Metro League baseball season by taking two from Corunna; Brandon splits pair
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County Line Press:
North County Tribune:
YOUTH SPORTS SECTION
Letter from volunteer coach needs to be read by many little league parents
Dr. Arnie Cole of Back to the Bible radio show offers true meaning of walking with Jesus this Easter
Dr. Arnie Cole of Back to the Bible radio show offers true meaning of walking with Jesus this Easter
So, this Easter, let’s make it about more than just the story we’ve heard a hundred times. Let’s make it about living out the truth of what Jesus did for us. Let’s reach out to those who might be struggling with a warped idea of why He died on the cross. Let’s remind them — and ourselves —that Easter isn’t about a one-time decision. It’s
So, this Easter, let’s make it about more than just the story we’ve heard a hundred times. Let’s make it about living out the truth of what Jesus did for us. Let’s reach out to those who might be struggling with a warped idea of why He died on the cross. Let’s remind them — and ourselves —that Easter isn’t about a one-time decision. It’s about a daily, growing relationship with the One who gave everything for us.
His Column is inside Today's Metro Section
OTHER STORIES INSIDE LIFE STYLES:
Genesee County partners to put on annual Armed Forces Resource Rally at Atwood Stadium in Flint
MovieGuide: How Ben-Hur Movie Paved the Way for the Renaissance of Christian Movies
Daily Encouragement by Jim Reid: Don't repeat same old mistakes
Campaign 2026 Special Section
A Special Section known as "Campaign 2026" was launched today inside My AM Advantage as the race for Governor in Michigan added a name on Thursday (March 6, 2027) as the Detroit Free Press revealed that Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II filed earlier in the week to form a committee to run despite state election records not showing it online. (See Campaign 2026)
Inside My AM Advantage
MY AM ADVANTAGE
Here is a guide to headlines inside today's edition:
CAMPAIGN 2026 — My AM Advantage
Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist files for Governor, sources confirm for Free Press, Detroit News
STATE NEWS — My AM Advantage
MY AM ADVANTAGE
Here is a guide to headlines inside today's edition:
CAMPAIGN 2026 — My AM Advantage
Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist files for Governor, sources confirm for Free Press, Detroit News
STATE NEWS — My AM Advantage
Lawmakers in Washington unite to address farmland access 'crisis' in Michigan and beyond
NATION & WORLD — My AM Advantage
The Onion buys Infowars in bankruptcy court for Sandy Hook victims to 'silence' Alex Jones
CIA official arrested for leaking secrets about Israel's scheduled retaliatory strikes on Iran
Kentucky judge shot dead by local Sheriff after argument inside courthouse
STATE & NATIONAL BUSINESS
SECTION — My AM Advantage
More than 400 show up near UM-Flint in Downtwon Flint for International Women's Day event to protest Trump
More than 400 show up near UM-Flint in Downtwon Flint for International Women's Day event to protest Trump
FLINT (CCN) — Newly-elected U.S. Senator Ellisa Slotkin of Holly and State Board of Education President Pamela Pugh were the keynote speakers Saturday during an International Women's Day event in Downtown Flint.
More than 400 people showed up at Wilson Park on Kearsley Street, near the UM-Flint campus.
Easterari Photography presents a galle
FLINT (CCN) — Newly-elected U.S. Senator Ellisa Slotkin of Holly and State Board of Education President Pamela Pugh were the keynote speakers Saturday during an International Women's Day event in Downtown Flint.
More than 400 people showed up at Wilson Park on Kearsley Street, near the UM-Flint campus.
Easterari Photography presents a gallery of photos from the event inside today's Viewpoints Section.
Also inside today's Viewpoints Section:
GEORGE MOSS: Today's Democrat Party continues turning history upside down
MARTY EMBRY: From basketball court to kitchen one journey Marty Embry would do all over again
Podcasts of Shows on Metro Flint News/Talk Radio
Morning Gazette Radio Show
Morning Gazette Radio Show
Among 320 Statewide Members
