Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated another year of business at its annual meeting, Sept. 17 at Oakhurst Golf and Country Club. President Heidi Wood led the chamber through some tough times in her year-long tenure, reducing staff and services to streamline expenses. ‘It’s been a challenge to balance the budget and still remain a […]
At 3 years of age, Addison Tong of Independence Township is in the fight of her life. Diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (A.L.L) in March, she has already undergone a month of aggressive chemotherapy, with monthly blood cell count and loss of all her hair. ‘She’s been awesome,? said her mother, Halee Tong. ‘I don’t […]
Among national issues like health care and budget deficits, U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers worries about the Clarkston News. “I’m worried that you all are a dying breed, that’s what worries me more than anything,” said Rogers, in a visit Monday to the News office before meeting with Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce. “Nothing makes you […]
Taste of Clarkston was just as tasty as always, and pretty lucky, too ? rain on Saturday, rain on Monday, but sunny on Sunday. Even a rainy Taste is pretty good, but sun and dry weather makes it easier to spend some time outside enjoying the best food and drinks local restaurants have to offer. […]
After months of improvements and renovations, downtown Davisburg is ready for its closeup. “We want to celebrate everything Davisburg, its small-town, rural flavor, history, and natural resources, and bring the community together,” said Laura Moreau, Springfield Township clerk. “It’s a nice way to showcase downtown Davisburg,” said township Supervisor Mike Trout. “We’ve made a lot […]
Volunteers took time out Saturday, Oct. 3, to renovate Rotary Park, across from the Hart Center near downtown Davisburg. The native plants selected for the park match the area’s wet conditions, and will attract butterflies and birds when they bloom in the spring. ‘By next year, this park will be beautiful,? said Trish Hennig, Oakland […]
Cowan Chiropractic celebrated more than 30 years in the community and its new, expanded facility with a ribbon cutting, Sept., 24. “We can now provide our patients with a wide array of fitness management tools,” said Dr. John Cowan. He settled in the Clarkston area 34 years ago on the advice of an uncle to […]
Uncle Peter’s restaurant brings flavors of northern Michigan to Independence Township with its signature beef pasties. “It’s a meal in itself, meat, potatoes, carrots, onions, and rutabaga, all wrapped in a pie shell,” said Pete Caruso , owner. “It’s just like what you can get in the Upper Peninsula.” Customers enjoy the $4.99 baked pastries […]
Oakland Town Hall celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a slate of national and local speakers. “It’s an opportunity to meet people from different walks of life with different talents ? people you wouldn’t ordinarily meet,” said Louise Bisogni of Independence Township, club member for 15 years. “It’s something I’ve always wanted to do. I waited […]
For Katie Anderson and Kathy Rollins of North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy, Oct. 8 marked a first. Anderson, NOHLC executive director, and Rollins, volunteer, walked more than 100 acres of a farm, the first step in the conservation easement process. “We’re at the beginning of the process,” Anderson said. “We’re looking at what can be […]