Growing up, Todd Alsup’s parents paid for music lessons of all sorts, piano, singing. He’s putting them to use, as a New York based recording artist. “He started being musically inclined when he was about 5 ? all his school teachers said he was musically talented,” said his mother, Linda Mosier, of Independence Township. “He […]
Clarkston High School’s Class of 2008 spent their first night as graduates together, at their Post Graduation Party. Hundreds of grads celebrated their achievement with food, fun, games, and gifts at the all-night, lock-in party, June 4 at DTE Energy Theater. Almost 150 parents and members of the community volunteered to keep things safe and […]
Mason Jennings joins Jack Johnson and Money Mark in concert June 18 at DTE Energy Music Theater, 7774 Sashabaw Road. Jennings writes and performs music from the heart, stripped down and timeless, he said. His new album, “In the Ever,” was inspired by the music of Leadbelly, Mississippi John Hurt, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and […]
Clarkston Chiefs’ Varsity football team needs a head coach. If they don’t find one, the team’s season may be canceled. “We’re struggling to find a volunteer to step up,” said Scott Bailey, Clarkston Chiefs Football Board president. Clarkston Chiefs includes seven teams: three freshmen, three junior varsity, and one varsity. All seven head coaches had […]
Springfield Township is in need of a new supervisor ? Mike Trout, elected township supervisor in 2008, emailed a resignation letter to board officials and members of the community, Tuesday morning. ‘I wanted to let you know that I have accepted a position with the State of Michigan and will therefore be formally tendering my […]
Sault Ste. Marie of 1943 forms the backdrop for Dead Lock, the newest novel by B. David Warner of Clarkston. In the story, newspaper reporter Kate Brennan investigates a murder in Sault Ste. Marie and runs into a Nazi plot to destroy the locks. Nazis at the Soo may be fictional, but the setting itself […]
Clarkston bus drivers won first place overall at the Oakland County School Bus Roadeo, May 17, at Oakland Schools in Pontiac. Tammy Layton won first place for Clarkston, third for the Oakland District. Waterford earned second place overall. Carrie Myre earned first for Waterford, second for District. Holly earned third overall. Bark Bunker won first […]
When students in Bill Gunther’s Clarkston Junior High School classroom commented on dating rules set by their parents, the teacher could relate. He didn’t keep his memories to himself. ‘I remember thinking, my friends are allowed to go out ? it didn’t seem fair,? he said. When discussing relationships and other personal issues in his […]
Those interested in serving as interim Springfield Township supervisor have until July 1 to apply. In a special meeting, June 16, Township Board accepted the resignation of Supervisor Mike Trout, and set up a process to find his replacement. “While the resignation was unexpected, I understand Mike’s decision to pursue this opportunity,” said Trustee Denny […]
We just finished hosting this year’s second-grade tours of The Clarkston News offices on Main Street. Every year, Clarkston Community Schools students tour downtown, to learn about its history and see what goes on behind the scenes. I’m impressed ? the students seemed to appreciate what we have going on here, and they asked great […]