The new documentary “Detroit: Our Greatest Generation” honors hundreds of local veterans, including Ray DeFiore of Independence Township. “It’s excellent, a good idea ? it give us oldtimers some visibility,” said DeFiore, 83, who was drafted into the U.S. Army and served as a musician in Germany, 1946-1947, before returning to Michigan for a 42-year […]
Lighthouse Emergency Services shelves are full of toys and supplies for next week’s Christmas Distribution, but Don Moody had one more contribution. He wheeled into the Independence Township center two wagons he made by hand. “I started by making them for my grandkids,” said Moody, Independence Township resident. “I buy the nuts and bolts, but […]
About 50 floats, vehicles, and marching groups are expected to fill downtown Main Street with colorful light, Satuday evening at the Holiday Lights Parade. Organized by Team RUSH of Clarkston High School, the parade begins at Clarkston Community Education, 6558 Waldon Road, heading north through downtown to St. Daniel Church. Start time is 6 p.m. […]
Santa Claus has a satellite office, and it’s here in the Clarkston area. “We decided to do this about 30 days ago,” said Mike Simonson, who portrays Santa Claus. “Everything came together, and it’s really taken off.” Mike and his wife, Lorraine Simonson, turned their log-cabin home off White Lake Road into Santa’s Cabin. Neighbors, […]
As the new year begins, the idea for a new Oakland County Sheriff’s substation in Springfield Township lives on. The project isn’t yet a go, but the Township Board approved $29,500 in contingency funds. The substation is one possible use for it. “I believe it would be a worthwhile endeavor,” said Supervisor Mike Trout at […]
With the new decade upon us (or close enough at least), how about some predictions: ? Frustrated by a lack of progress on important Independence Township matters, Trustee Neil Wallace calls for bi-daily meetings of the Township Board. Meetings still go on past 1 a.m. ? Realizing limiting information to a community including many of […]
For Leo Vigelius, the New Year means a new look, for himself as well as a stranger in need. ‘I just wanted to help people,? said Vigelius, who spent almost two years growing his hair for donation to Locks of Love. ‘I love helping people in need.? It wasn’t easy for the Springfield Township 10 […]
Springfield Township’s Shiawassee Basin Preserve is 35 acres bigger, thanks to an agreement with neighboring Rose Township. “We’re excited to be a part of it,” said Supervisor Mike Trout, Springfield Township. “We welcome any opportunity to work with our neighbors.” In exchange, Springfield Township offers its parks and recreation programs at residential rates for Rose […]
Springfield Township joined three area councils at a cost of $2,240.26. Voting unanimously, Jan. 14, the board approved $225 for membership in the Clinton River Watershed Council. It previously turned down the council’s Stormwater Education program, $500, because the township was not receiving sufficient benefit. “I think it’s a great program, but I understand if […]
Serving overseas in Iraq, Dr. Matt McNeill enjoyed Christmas wishes and gifts from students at Everest Academy in Independence Township. He thanked the first graders in person, home on leave to visit his newly born daughter. ‘It’s incredible, seeing the changes, how they’re growing up,? said McNeill, a captain with First Armored Division out of […]