In a move that is being described as ‘proactive? by some residents in attendance at Monday night’s Orion Township Board of Trustees meeting, board members voted unanimously to approve the authorization of up to $100,000 to pay for the purchase of gravel in efforts to improve the condition of some gravel roads in the township. […]
Over 25 people spoke during the township board’s ‘Brief Public Comment? session at Monday night’s meeting on the Pine Island Marina issue, which has been ongoing since 2004. The issue was on the board’s agenda, but not during the portion of the meeting that was open to the public. ‘It’s one of those issues we […]
A nearly nine-year lawsuit regarding certain sports seasons in the state of Michigan appears to have reached an end, and the Michigan High School Athletic Association expects changes to be implemented next school year. The United States Supreme Court opted not to review an order from the lower courts, meaning six different sports will change […]
Crews resurfacing Dixie Highway said work is running smoothly, and local businesses agree. Fred Ritter, owner of Clarkston Auto Wash, said so far the project has had little impact on his business. ‘The last time the road was worked on was like 1987, the road was a washboard and full of potholes,? said Ritter. ‘We […]
Flames raged and temperatures soared as phragmites burned off White Lake Road, May 9. The prescribed burn was part of a combined effort to fight the invasive plants, between Oakland Phragmites and Invasive Species Task Force (OPIS), City of the Village of Clarkston and Independence Township. The reed-like plants can grow up to 15 feet […]
If you want to have your own or go out in search of treasures’now is the season of garage sales. You can make some extra cash by gathering items you no longer need for your own sale. Clarkston resident Becky Richey said her home needs a new roof, but there are also other reasons she […]
Smiles warmed up the day at Clintonwood Park during Kids Day in the Park, May 11. Hosted by Independence Township Parks and Recreation, the event was dedicated to Ryan Kennedy, a Clarkston resident who passed away last May just two days after his 10th birthday. Friends of Ryan Kennedy were on site to continue their […]
For local archeologists, a century-old outhouse is a gold mine of historical treasure. ‘People used to throw all kinds of things in there,? said Richard Stamps, lead archeologist for the dig at the Ellis Farm on Dixie Highway in Springfield Township. ‘Now it’s like a time capsule of what they were using at the time.? […]
Clarkston residents, businesses and groups were honored in seven categories at the 28th Annual Clarkston Community Awards, hosted by Clarkston Community Church. Citizen of the Year Joel DeLong was recognized for his contributions to local charities, schools, churches, and other groups. A member of Clarkston Rotary Club, he helps with projects including Shoes for Kids, […]
Items found at an archaeological dig at Ellis Farm will be on display at Clarkston Area Historical Society’s upcoming ‘Clarkston’s Hidden Treasures? exhibit. But that’s just the beginning. ‘We are asking people to loan us anything interesting relating to Clarkston,? said Toni Smith, director of the society. “The exhibit will include items found in Parke […]