The Clarkston post office was one of a few locations in Oakland County open and fully staffed to help residents file income tax returns on April 15. Both the lobby and service area were open to customers until 12 a.m., according to Jane Haugen, Clarkston Postmaster. The move was a first for the Clarkston branch, […]
Got a problem? Then talk to the Future Problem Solvers at Springfield Plains Elementary School, a team that can handle queries dealing with artificial intelligence to media monopolies. All hypothetical, of course. Four fifth graders, under the guidance of coach Sue Banworth, represented SPE at the annual Michigan Future Problem Solving Program State Bowl on […]
While spending time with my family this past weekend at my soon-to-be cousin-in-law’s bridal shower, I didn’t think life could get any better. However, that perception changed when my cousins and uncle opened my eyes to a whole new delicacy that changed my life: sushi. I had no idea rolled seaweed and cucumbers could taste […]
The River of Life project at St. Daniel’s Church hopes to not only educate its own parish about how to take care of the environment around them, but other individuals living in watersheds throughout southeastern Michigan. Since its inception in 1998, the project has created handbooks on how to better care for the Earth as […]
The student council at North Sashabaw Elementary School presented its third annual talent show on April 7 to an excited audience. The council, comprised of third, fourth and fifth grade students, helped organize the show that was open to all students. The show featured a variety of different acts, from solo song performances to gymnastics […]
Students will have to make new choices when it comes to selecting a beverage with lunch at Clarkston High School next year. The school will be removing all carbonated beverages from the cafeteria’s vending machines and soda fountains starting July 1 for the 2004-2005 school year and replacing them with more water, juice and sports […]