Over 100 youngsters took to the courses at Paint Creek Country Club July 22. Though the heat and humidity beat down on the players, everyone seemed in high spirits despite scores. That is not to say the scores were poor, as children as young as five drove chipped and putt their way to under par. […]
A piece of Lake Orion history is being defaced, although Lake Orion Police are doing everything they can to prevent the vandalism. These efforts became evident on July 28, when two juveniles were caught trying to break into the beleaguered Angel (Ehman) Center at 55 W. Elizabeth Road. The building, a two-story, 35,000-square-foot structure, has […]
Orion Area residents have proven themselves a generous and compassionate bunch. One July 17, at Eagles Aerie 3613, friends and family gathered to remember Marty Lietke, an area man who recently passed away. He is survived by his wife, Patty, who is afflicted by Multiple Sclerosis. Lietke spent his final days working, when he could, […]
If an activity exists, there are enthusiasts for it and the classic summer game horseshoes is no exception. While it took some time to get the younger members of Lake Orion Village and the farmer’s market involved, in less than an hour young and old flung the heavy shoes through the air. Three notable horseshoe […]
From left, Robert Aiello, Sean Charette, Kevin Cronin, Andrew Shafkalis and Jon Gall, all seniors, stand in front of a sign commemorating their well deserved title from the previous season. Charette, who experienced an injury during the playoffs and missed the championship game, is clearly eager and ready for the upcoming season. Photo by Gabriel […]
The scenery for those attending Lake Orion Village Council meetings may be changing soon, albeit not much. On Sept. 3, Lake Orion Village residents will have their opportunity to cast their votes and change one member of the council. Of the four spots available, five people are running, including incumbents Michael Toth, Douglas Dendel, David […]
‘Most little boys love big machinery and August 5 gave the boys of Orion Township, as well as any little girls interested, the chance to see these behemoths up close. Kiosks featuring smashing cars, shooting fire hoses, operating back hoes and honking semi-truck horns littered Friendship Park, yet none of the sites were vacent of […]
Nearly nine months have passed since the Lake Orion varsity football team triumphed over Plymouth to become the 2010 MHSAA Division 1 State Champions. It’s time to start thinking Dragon football again. Despite a mostly intact roster of four-year players, coach Chris Bell is modest about the team’s ability. He and his veteran coaching staff […]
The world of high school sports can be a confusing for young athletes, especially those who may enjoy playing more than one. While some coaches think an athlete needs to focus on one sport in high school, Lake Orion’s head football coach, Chris Bell, could not disagree more. ‘The dilemma at Lake Orion now is […]
Despite rumors of its closing, L/S Pharmacy is still ‘happily open.? ‘Our service, our prices and the way we treat our customers make us different,? said Co-owner Luke Awdish. ‘Since we’re an independent establishment, we treat our customers more than just a number in line. They get faster service, more courteous service, and I think […]