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Roof damage? Lake Orion Roofing can assist in reopening insurance claims
When a catastrophic hail storm swept roof damage from a storm that happened a All the owner must do is file the
through the Orion area a few years ago, over few years ago may still be the cause of the claim, pay the deductible, and
90 percent of roofs that Lake Orion Roofing current state of their roofs. Lake Orion Roofing will provide
inspected had roof damage. With a natural disaster like a few years the rest.
Many homeowners were completely un- ago, there are a lot of carriers out there who With their free assessment
aware until Lake Orion Roofing, who are Haag keep the door open on their insurance poli- policy, Lake Orion Roofing will
Certified Inspectors, climbed up to take a look cies for years, Southern said. A lot of carri- provide homeowners with proof
that they had actually sustained damage, ers will still allow a claim and reopen a claim. of damage to take back to their
some of which did not become apparent until Ive done a lot of that. I have a trained eye for insurance company if any dam-
months, or years later. assessing that damage. age is found to their homes.
With more than 30 years experience in resi- So if you dont file a claim, your increase Its a painless process for the
dential and commercial roofing, Lake Orion in premium will pay for everyone elses re- customer, Southern said. We
Roofing is a fully licensed and in- pairs, except yours. You should walk them through each step of
sured local business whose number never have to pay for your the claims process, from filing a
one priority is quality workmanship neighbors roof, Southern said. claim to installing their new roof,
and customer satisfaction, said Lake Orion Roofing, located at with a complete guarantee of our
owner Mark Southern. 881 Brown Rd., knows the claims workmanship.
We try to set ourselves apart from industry inside and out. Since Lake Orion Roofing operates
the rest of the crowd. Ninety per- 1985, they have helped custom- through a two-step system: their
cent of our business is direct refer- ers successfully complete the certified professionals meet with
rals, so our customers know were entire claim process. homeowners to examine the roof-
here for them were going to make A good test to know whether or ing problems, and then sit down
things right, Southern said. not their home has been damaged is for with the homeowners to guide
Nobody wants their insurance rates to in- homeowners to first look around to see if them through the process so they Patti Lawson and Maegan Eller and the rest of the professional
crease, however, insurance companies typi- their neighbors have had to repair their roofs. can make an informed decision. team at Lake Orion Roofing can help solve your roofing woes.
cally cannot single out a homeowner for a Other signs include collateral damage dis- Southern said this approach set
rate increase based on an Act of God storm covered around the bottom sections of your them apart from other roofers:
damage claim. Instead, insurance companies house to windows, trim and decks, which typi- We pride ourselves on being very honest hour emergency service, for severe weather
can raise rates for everyone in the affected cally indicates roofing damage above. and approachable. A new roof is a big invest- damage or that persistent leak in the middle
area. Homeowners also may use Lake Orion ment. We want people to know that theyre of the night.
In other words, whether or not you file a Roofings work authorization policy, allow- buying a contractor they can trust as much For your free assessment to see if you
claim, everyone will see an increase in insur- ing the company to deal directly with the as theyre buying a product. qualify for an insurance claim, or for all your
ance rates for a natural disaster. homeowners insurance carrier on their be- Lake Orion Roofing also offers project fi- roofing needs, call Lake Orion Roofing team
And many homeowners dont realize that half. nancing, a customer referral program and 24- at 248-393-0055.
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Serving all makes and models
1 Make MISSION DEVELOPMENT part of Storage, Lakeshore Motel and Apartments, Stone- 9
your business plan to locate in Oxford this year. gate Farmnominated for the Barn of the Year by
Mission Development has 16 Oxford properties the Barn Preservation Association, also featured in
for sale, lease, under construction, and in the de- the book Motor City Dream Garages, Trad-
2 sign stage. Whether your needs are for retail, office, ing Company Inc., the worlds largest collection of
medical, or personal service, we have a location to specialty tractors. 10
fit your size and budget. Mission Development was He currently operates several successful busi-
established in 1978 and is owned by Chuck Sch- nesses in Oxford, which employ 24 people. He has
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neider. He is a hands-on developer who personally been on the board of the Lake Orion DDA (eight
handles all aspects of your relationship. Chuck has years) and Oxford DDA (four years), and his proj- 11
the experience, knowledge and commitment to pro- ects have received 12 Oxford Beautification Awards
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vide you the best customer service available. by the Oxford Beautification Commission.
He holds a masters degree in business and his Chuck is ready to help you make your business 12
background includes the United Stated Marine plan a reality and is prepared to assist you every
Corps, 32 years in sales and marketing with the Ford step of the way. His properties have great location,
Motor Company in numerous management posi- signage and parking although Oxford provides
5 tions, past ownership of several companies which ample public parking, he owns over 200 private
include Victor Stages, the largest photographic parking spaces. 13
studio in Michigan, Copeley Hill Executive Con- Mission Development has the best value and
ference Center with overnight accommodations, most competitive rates in Oxford.
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Northern Flooring & Interiors combines quality, expertise in an inviting new location
For Matt Pfeiffer, owner of Northern Flooring tion. Our new location has a better layout and members access to innovative products, systems dous growth over the past several years.
& Interiors, running a successful local business more attractive architectural features, as well as a and services. Pfeiffer recently took over as President of the
also means being dedicated to enriching the com- more residential feel, said Pfeiffer. We have more buying power than most big box Orion Area Chamber of Commerce, and North-
munity. The new Northern Flooring & Interiors building stores, Pfeiffer said. We can compete with any- ern Flooring frequently supports local charities and
This is home. Lake Orion is where he grew features a warm, welcoming environment with body on apples to apples items. Its just that we businesses.
up, where his two kids go to school and where wood-beamed ceil- We like to host events and were a drop-off
his heart is and through his business and ings, a stone fireplace, location for many local charities, Pfeiffer said.
personal life, he has become a staunch sup- and an impressive ar- Im all about local, local, local. Its important to
porter for all things Orion. ray of flooring and me to be a good steward and ambassador for the
Since 2003, Pfeiffer has owned Northern home interior prod- community.
Flooring & Interiors, a full-service flooring ucts. They offer free Besides being a Gold Member sponsor in the
specialty store serving North Oakland in-store Interior De- Chamber, Pfeiffer and Northern Flooring have
County, with a strong reputation for provid- sign services and supported Blessings in a Backpack, the Daisy
ing customers with knowledgeable advice, work closely with a Projects Let Them Play initiative and contrib-
quality service and products and the best wide range of local uted to the Veterans War Memorial, the Lake
flooring selection in Oakland County. contractors to ensure Orion Police Departments Shop with a Hero pro-
Northern Flooring, a community mainstay their customers have gram and Design for a Difference.
for the past 29 years, has earned its reputa- access to all the pro- I truly hope and believe that if I can encourage
tion from a willingness to work closely with fessionals necessary more people to get involved and give back, it
every customer to capture the look and feel to complete their would be better for all, and our community will
of their dream floor. Their expertise includes projects, regardless flourish because of it. Theres no easier way to
Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile and many other of scope or scale. make a difference than through a grassroots ef-
specialty options as well as area rugs, Hunter As part of our fort, he said.
Douglas window treatments and Interior De- move, were going to In January, Floor Covering News, a national
sign Services. As a member of the Interna- broaden our selec- trade magazine, featured Northern Flooring and
tional Design Guild, they are one of a select tion, but with a more Pfeiffer in the publication, describing how Pfeiffer
group of the finest floor covering stores in curated approach to and his team weathered the storm that swept
North America. our offering, Pfeiffer through Lake Orion a few years ago, literally, and
Earlier this month, Northern Flooring relo- said. emerged stronger.
cated from its store in the Orion Village plaza, While many people Last summer, during the construction on M-24,
just a few blocks south to 845 S. Lapeer Road may turn to the internet and big box stores, Pfeiffer like to sell a bit better apples. Northern Flooring weathered the project that took
across from Buckhorn Lake. says that Northern Flooring actually has better pur- Northern Flooring and Interiors has won the a toll on many businesses in the construction zone.
For a business, a move is always a major chasing power. Thats because Northern Floor- Lake Orion Reviews annual Best of the Best in For details on Northern Flooring & Interiors
decision. We had to have the right building ing is part of CCA Global Partners, a trade coop- Flooring for the past eight years. Their reputation products and services, visit www.nflooring.com
and we wanted to be close to our original loca- erative consisting of over 2,800 stores, providing and community support has fueled their tremen- or call their showroom at 248-282-3992.
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Genisys Credit Union bolstering mobile presence, gives back to community in 2016
Genisys Credit Union continues to utilize allows members to deposit checks, pay bills, Warmth, $33,000 through its United Way provides all traditional financial services,
innovation and community service to expand view balances, transfer funds, see current campaign, and $12,000 for the Flint water including home and auto loans, small
into a leading credit union in the state of rates, and locate Genisys ATMs and crisis. business lending, merchant processing, and
Michigan. The company enjoyed growth in branches. Genisys takes pride in our relationships additional retail and business financial
total assets and memberships in 2016, while Genisys President and CEO Jackie within the community, said Buchanan. Our services. Connect with Genisys on
growing its mobile presence with the launch Buchanan sees mobile growth as an vision is to not just coexist, but to partner Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram by
of their new online and mobile-enabled loan opportunity to take the stress out of banking. with our neighbors in making these following @genisyscu.
application, allowing members to apply Genisys Credit Union strives to make communities great places to live. About Genisys Credit Union:
anytime, anywhere. Genisys also Genisys Credit Union
gave back to the community in is a not-for-profit,
2016, sponsoring over 550 events member-owned financial
across Michigan and devoting institution that has been
over $115,000 in funds through its committed to helping its
Making a Difference campaign. members financially
Genisys Credit Unions total since 1936. Based out of
assets increased over $200 million Auburn Hills, Mich., it is
to $2.2 billion in 2016, while one of the largest credit
membership enjoyed an increase unions in Michigan, with
to over 185,000. The year also saw approximately 187,000
Genisys process over $4 million members and 28 branch
in personal and auto loans, the locations. They also
largest total in company history. banking easy and convenient. We want to In addition to fundraisers, Genisys took provide business loans and a range of
Genisys continues expanding its mobile make life better for members, offering part in several programs to help families in services for small to mid-sized businesses.
presence by introducing its new online loan exceptional financial services with our mobile need during the holidays. Genisys adopted Genisys Credit Union has consistently
application, available on smartphones, application, as well as within our branches 14 families through St. Clair County, Oakland received a 5-Star Bauer Financial Rating for
desktops and tablets. The new feature allows and contact center, she said. County and Genesee County Adopt-a-Family safety and soundness and is proud to be
members to apply for a loan with ease, even Genisys also hopes to impact the programs. Genisys also participated in Sheriff making a difference in their communities.
during a coffee break or while browsing a communities they serve. The company Michael Bouchards Coats for the Cold coat Connect with Genisys on Facebook, Twitter,
dealership showroom. The service offers all sponsored over 550 community events last drive and the Baldwin Centers box packing and Instagram by following @genisyscu.
the safety and soundness that Genisys is year, while offering over 4,500 volunteer event, helping to spread happiness by For convenient access to your Genisys
known for, but with improved convenience hours from employees. The Genisys Credit providing food, clothes and toys to less account, download the Genisys iPhone app
to apply for a loan in minutes. The loan Union Making a Difference campaign fortunate families during the most joyful time in the iTunes Store and Android app in the
application is also available on the Genisys contributed over $115,000 toward local of year. Google Play store. For more information or a
mobile application for iPhone and Android fundraisers across the state, including Genisys Credit Union is a not-for-profit, calendar of events, visit Genisys online at
devices. The Genisys mobile application nearly $35,000 from the OLHSA Walk for member-owned financial institution that www.genisyscu.org.
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Sherman Publications:
The power of local buying and local marketing!
Did you know when you drive down the local buying trends for the next 12 months. bined circulation over 55 million. Their audi- age cost of a new car is, $25,777, the local
street and look at all your neighboring homes, The findings, we am happy to report, are stag- tors pour over our US Postal statements, buying power is $189,476,601 in new car sales!
that nearly three of every four of the families gering. printing statements and any other statement (that's $189 million!)
inside make decisions on what goods and Circulation Verification Council (CVC), an they can find, to come up with their findings. 18% will be in the market for a new used
services they will purchased based on what independent, third-party reporting audit com- Their audits cover printing, distribution, cir- vehicle. With the average cost being, $13,145.
they seen in our papers? pany based in St. Louis, MO, audited The culation, websites, digital editions, mobile, This represents another $108,026776 in sales.
That means of the over 55,000 address Clarkston News and Penny Stretcher circula- email, social media and readership studies to Let's see oh, 7% of you say you will
who get a Sherman Publication weekly from tion numbers making sure what we report give an accurate picture of a publication's need a real estate agent (that's just over 2,700
Goodrich down M-15 to Clarkston, over to to the community is what we are delivering. reach and market penetration. transactions). If the average transaction is
Lake Orion, up M-24 to Oxford and east to (Hint, we are.) Oh, and we did not pay for this audit. $240,000, local real estate agents will be ink-
Lakeville and Leonard, over 40,000 look at So, after their audit, what did they find According to CVC founder and president, ing over $653 million dollars in contracts. Talk
the ads and buy stuff based on what they with their simple, Yes and NO questions of Tim Bingaman, CVC uses a for-profit busi- about the benefits of fiduciary relationships!
saw! local residents? ness model, which allows our company to A little over 3,400 of you plan to seek the
That is the power of local buying and lo- Of the random residents surveyed: remain completely objective in its reporting advice of an attorney this coming year, rep-
cal marketing! 98.6 percent recognized they received our practices. We run our business the same way resenting over $3.4 million worth of legal ad-
Sherman Publications, Inc (SPI) is the pub- paper. as financial auditors and auditors of all other vice. I think local counsel may think about
lisher of four community newspapers, The 74 percent said that they, or someone in media. There's no power of influence because marketing in our pages to get a piece of that
Clarkston News, Oxford Leader, Lake Orion their home regularly reads or looks through most publishers do not pay us directly for pie before all the billboard and TV commer-
Review and the Citizen (up in Ortonville, our paper our services, so we can be totally impartial cial lawyers get all the action!
Groveland and Goodrich); two total market 73 percent said they frequently pur- and just report the facts. Today, CVC is known Thank you to our community you local
coverage shoppers (The Ad-Vertiser and The chase products or services from local busi- as the premier source of audit, circulation and residents and businesses who continually
Penny Stretcher); and one glossy coupon ness ads seen in our papers. readership data, and Im proud of the work supports this local paper and for taking the
magazine called The Big Deal, which covers Wow! Nearly three quarters of the house- we do. time to respond to the survey. There are
our entire circulation area, plus another 10,000 holds in this community use our paper when Aside from assessing our papers' reach, naysayers who say newspapers are dying.
addresses in the 48328 ZIP code in Waterford. making buying decisions. Can, any other form Bingaman's company also got the pulse for Bah! Once again those who say that do not
Last year, a national auditing firm released of local marketing boast those numbers? locals' projected buying trends. Here are some live in the our area. Your community papers
their findings based a phone survey they For the skeptics out there, hold on a sec- of the answers you provided: continue to thrive, insuring readers will be
completed of area residents you, our read- ond. Let's talk about CVC. First, they audit 17% of your neighbors say they will get a informed and entertained for years to come!
ers. They asked about paper readership and thousands of editions nationwide with a com- new automobile. That means if national aver-
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Atlas Valley Country Club: New owners with big plans! enhancements to the clubs status within the
Long before Jason and Andrea Bescoe
took over ownership of Atlas Valley Coun- marketplace. The master plan process will
try Club last November, they were strategizing include a review of the entire facility, includ-
on how to take the club to the next level. ing all course and club features.
Having been long-time members at At- In addition to changes on the course,
las and partners in another course, we felt Bescoe has plans to change the country club
that we were the perfect fit to take over culture.
once the Henrickson family decided they In years past, country clubs have been
were ready to hand over the reins, said known to be very stuffy and formal and,
Jason Bescoe, who is currently serving as while there are still some people that like
general manager. I have always had a vi- that culture, many more want no part of it,
sion for this place that, if I ever got the op- he said. I see the country club of the future
portunity to implement my plan, I felt it would as one that is more relaxed, allows jeans,
allow Atlas to compete with the higher end and you dont feel like you are breaking a
clubs in the area at a much cheaper price. Andrea, Jason and the Bescoe children. Atlas Valley Country Club. rule every time you go into a different room.
My ultimate objective is twice the experi- twice the experience. Nowadays, many people wear jeans to
ence at half the price. walking the Atlas Valley course to start lay- work. In recent years, this has made it diffi-
Jason is far from a rookie in the golf busi- ing the foundation for the next generation of
That opportunity presented itself last fall ness. He is part of the team that bought the cult for a member to stop by on their way
when the Henrickson family agreed to sell club members by developing a master plan. home from work and enjoy a beverage, grab
foreclosed Liberty Golf Course in Clarkston Part of my vision was to freshen and
to the Bescoes after 63 years of ownership. from the bank in 2008. They changed the something to eat, or just hang out with
I think the reason they were comfort- update the course, said Bescoe. After friends.
name to The Fountains and since that time many interviews, Chris and his group seemed
able with us continuing their legacy was be- they have turned it into one of the most suc- At this time there will still be no plans of
cause of a combination of motivation and like the perfect team to take us to that next allowing jeans on the course. Inside the club-
cessful courses in the state, more than dou- level. I felt it was important that we devel-
experience, said Jason. Our motivation bling its revenue. He also served on the board house, they have added 14 new TVs, in-
was never financial, it was pride of owner- oped a long-range plan to ensure that we cluding a high-definition 150 projector, mak-
of directors for Warwick Hills Country Club stayed competitive and relevant in the fu-
ship. We never bought it with the goal of from 2014-2016. ing the clubhouse resemble more of a sports
being able to take an income out of here. ture. bar than country club.
In mid-February, Bescoe met with former That involved prioritizing the needs and
We simply wanted to make Atlas Valley the Arthur Hills protg and golf course archi- Its what the members want and Ill con-
best country club experience possible at an capitol improvements to the golf facility, plans tinue to make changes to adjust with the
tect, Chris Wilczynski from C.W. Golf Ar- to restore or improve the architecture, and
affordable price. Again, half the price and chitecture. The two of them spent hours times.
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Kens Coney Island: serving Ortonville for more than two decades
Kens Coney may be known for great break- The staff at Kens Coney are loyal and their long-
fasts and hot dogs, but the Ortonville restaurants term experience is an advantage in an industry that
dinner menu is the areas best kept secret. typically sees high turnover.
Were a full service restaurant, said Owner I enjoy my customers and being around all the
Ken Gjolaj. People tend to think of us as a break- people, he said. I have very nice customers and
fast and coney island place, but we are much, much Ive been in other towns and I prefer Ortonville
more than that. We have great specials, every- over any other place. They are more family-ori-
thing is homemade, we have fantastic dinners. ented, more down-to-Earth.
Kens Coney, located at 100 S. Ortonville Road, He and the Kens Coney staff are eager to
is celebrating 20 years of serving delicious meals serve you with whatever delicious fare you hun-
in Ortonville this year and Gjolaj knows the foun- ger for, whether it is Kens famous corned beef
dation of great cooking is the use of the freshest, sandwich, gyros, a tuna or chicken salad, or one
high quality ingredients. The restaurant doesnt use of several delicious burgers.
processed meats, but rather fresh turkey breast Kens Coney has been voted Best of the Best
for sandwiches. All soups are made from scratch, Breakfast by The Citizen readers and the staff
as are the ranch and Greek salad dressings. hopes you will try lunch and dinner and learn that
The menu is extensive and varied, with many anytime of day is a good time to get a meal at
offerings made from family recipes that have stood Simon Sinishtaj, chef at Kens Coney. Kens.
the test of time, including meatloaf, stuffed cab- Honestly, a steakhouse wont have a better cut We feed people very good food, that is what
bage, moussaka, spinach pie and lasagna. The res- of meat than us, said Gjolaj. They might present we are good at, said Gjolaj. We really want the
taurant offers a tantalizing assortment of seafood, it fancier, and have a fancier dining room, but their customer to be happy... We have great food, rea-
with standards like perch and cod, but also some steak is not better than ours and theyll sell it for sonably priced, with great service and a very
dishes that truly stand out, including a jumbo shrimp $50 while we sell a 22-ounce steak for less than friendly staff. Give us a shot. We are known for
dinner that Gjolaj calls beautiful, cooked in a half that price. our breakfast and lunch, but we have a little bit of
homemade batter. While the family restaurant may not be fancy, every type of food that you want-- steak, seafood,
Come to Kens Coney for an amazing steak din- it has a cozy, friendly, at home feel and will be burgers, a little bit of everything, made to order.
ner at a fraction of the price you would pay at a remodeled this year, with new painting and tiling. Kens Coney Family Dining, 100 S. Ortonville
steakhouse, but which keeps the rich flavor you After more than 29 years in food service, Gjolaj Road. 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday through Saturday. 7
would expect. is happy to own a restaurant in this community. a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. 248-627-5967.
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Brandon Tire & Auto Service Center: Vehicle repair & maintenance
Brandon Tire & Auto Service Center, If it has a tire, we can help you, said
595 S. Ortonville Road, has been an asset Scott, noting that besides tires for every
to the community for more than 40 years. auto, the business also offers tires for rec-
The family business started by Larry reational vehicles and some tractors. Mini-
Mullins is now run by his sons, Scott and mum warranties for any repair or tire is
Brent Mullins. The staff of nine employ- one-year or 12,000 miles. Most tires come
ees has a combined total of more than 90 with a 30-day test drive trial.
years experience in expert automotive re- In a community where residents often
pairs and maintenance to keep your ve- travel on gravel roads, Brandon Tire knows
hicles in tip-top shape. the importance of proper maintenance.
My staff can fix almost anything, said We do a lot with suspension because
Scott Mullins. Weve developed a lot of of the dirt roads, said Scott. Your shocks
friendships in this community and are here and struts, suspension, steering components
to help. and having tires with good traction are cru-
Brandon Tire & Auto which has won cial. We will be happy to inspect your sus-
The Citizens Best of the Best Auto Re- pension and tires for free to see if you have
pair (as voted on by readers) for five years, any issues that might cause a problem. Stop
offers repairs to major automotive compo- in.
nents including engine and transmission, Brandon Tire is a dealership alternative
electrical systems, front end, heating and for you and has something to fit every bud-
cooling systems, and everything in between. Brandon Tire experienced, friendly staff. get.
Using up-to-date equipment, technicians community proper alignment is a neces- Brandon Tire has a wide variety of tires Brandon Tire has same-day service and
analyze your vehicle to pinpoint problems sity, added Brent. We are also equipped and feature American-made Cooper tires. takes walk-ins as well as appointments.
and make proper corrections including per- with an alignment rack for big heavy diesel As tires are something that are changed Brandon Tire & Auto Service Center,
fect tire balancing and alignment. trucks. every 3-4 years on average, Brandon Tire 595 S. Ortonville Road, is open 8 a.m.-8
Recently, Brandon Tire added a Hunter Brandon Tire now includes a 24 month, knows the importance of getting the right p.m. Monday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday
Hawkeye Elite state-of-the-art wheel align- 24,000 mile nationwide, worry free repair tire the first time. Unlike chain stores, Bran- through Friday, and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Satur-
ment system. warranty on service repairs (excludes don Tire uses experience to ensure your day. Details: (248) 627-2500. Website:
With the number of rough roads in the tires). individual needs are met. brandontire.net. Join them on Facebook.
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^ Stephen Harlow, DDS, Certied in InvisAlign for teens and adults, and additionally certied
in The Healthy Start
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