Grads get some spiritual advice

Before walking across the stage and receiving their diplomas, graduating seniors took time out of their busy schedules to take part in the Senior Baccalaureate Service, held on Thursday, June 10. ‘There are a lot of different things you could be doing tonight, but you chose to be here and make this important,? said Kevin […]

Softball team loses in opening round of Regionals

The Varsity softball team had a disappointing end to a fabulous season as the Troy Colts eliminated the Wildcats 7-0 in the opening round of Regionals on Saturday, June 12. Oxford could not get their bats going as they struggled against Troy’s defense and all-state pitcher. They didn’t have a hit until the third inning […]

Everest student believes teacher has magic

He is a local teacher spreading the magic of education and support. Matthew Joneson is a third grade teacher at Everest Academy. He had the honor of being nominated for the Magic 105.1 teacher of the year award, and the surprise began with the spirit of 9-year-old Grant Koster. While driving in the car with […]

Businessman makes hot dogs a tradition

‘When customers come into the restaurant, they are like my family visiting me in my home,? said Ed Zull owner of Pete’s Coney II. ‘Keeping it in the family? is a saying Zull knows very well. The family’s history with restaurants go back to 1929. Zull’s grandfather started the business in Pontiac, passed it on […]

Clarkston schools plan redistricting

At the Nov. 29 board meeting, Executive Director of Pre-K and Elementary Education Geraldine Moore discussed the latest information regarding the district’s boundary proposal. Moore gave a summary of a proposed plan, which was prepared by an administrative committee. The Elementary Boundary Committee was created to address attendance areas at the K-5 buildings. Participants on […]

School curriculum planning underway

Board members listened as Deputy Superintendent David Reschke informed them on the updated curriculum changes he is working toward for the 8-9 building. Clarkston Community Schools will require all students in grades 8-12 to earn academic credit. The eighth and ninth graders at Clarkston Junior High School will earn core competency points, which will serve […]

District considers new school start times

At the Nov. 29 School Board meeting, Deputy Superintendent David Reschke introduced information on school starting times recommendations. The changes administrators are now implementing for the 2005-06 school year will require the district to alter the school start times and update forms of transportation. Currently, 39 percent of Clarkston High School students utilize the district’s […]

Q & A with Dr. Skilling June 24

Anyone with a question about the current status or future of Oxford Community Schools can get it answered on Thursday, June 24 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Oxford High School Performing Arts Center. Superintendent Dr. William Skilling and members of the Board of Education will be present to answer questions about anything related to […]

Oxford got the blues

The sounds of blues reigned supreme in Oxford this past weekend as the Hot Blues and BBQ Festival took over Oxford. ‘I think that it was very successful and one of our most successful to date,? said Steve Allen, festival executive director. Allen watched in delight as 3,000 people came and went throughout the weekend, […]

Country Cruise returns June 26

A 25-mile stretch of M-24 will be taken over by classic cars lovers and spectators during the Third Annual Lapeer Road Country Cruise on Saturday, June 26. Starting at noon, classic hot rods will be a fixture until 9 p.m. on M-24 between Lake Orion and Lapeer. ‘It’s a pretty fun time,? said Walt Wheeler, […]