Noah Campbell and his classmates at Pine Knob Elementary celebrated Veterans Day talking to an active duty veteran ? Noah’s father. His dad, Lt. Col. Sean Campbell, is stationed in Afghanistan. Karen Head, Noah’s Pack 499 Webelo II den leader, asked the entire class to write letters to Sean and other service members. Also, Pack […]
For Clarkston grads Kelly Dickie and Nathan Hayward, a tight budget and impending Marine deployment meant their wedding might have to wait. Royal Oak Music Theatre and Dickie’s writing skills came to the rescue ? her essay application earned them a winning spot in the theatre’s ‘A Call to Wed? contest. ‘This is a major […]
When Cheryl and Kevin Maguire got married, they picked a date that would be easy to remember ? Nov. 11, or 11-11. This year is extra memorable. They got married in 2000, so they celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary on 11-11, 2011. “I didn’t want to wait until November, but it worked out, and he […]
Clarkston Junior High School student Sarah Head’s goal is to make the world a better place. She’s starting with her own classmates who need help. ‘I wanted to do something that would affect the community and would, over time, help more people, not just students, but their families, too,? she said. Head, 14, took to […]
Nick Gura is set to celebrate his 15th birthday this year. He was born on Feb. 29, 1948, so he is technically 60 years old, but he can only celebrate his actual birthdate every four years. Dura and three other ‘Leap Year babies? were featured on the front page of the Feb. 24, 1972, edition […]
For Michael Espejo, senior at Clarkston High School, John Hancock left a big a mark on history as the Declaration of Independence. Espejo’s insights into his impact on modern issues earned him a $2,500 scholarship from John Hancock Financial, in their 2008 Promise of America Scholarship essay competition. “My mom heard about it from a […]
Girl Scout Troop 1546, Clarkston Elementary, hosted hundreds of fellow scouts for an evening of International learning and fun. ‘We have 450 registered ? with dads and brothers along, that adds up to a lot,? said Jeanne Kitchen, Troop 1546 of Clarkston Elementary, which hosted the annual event at Springfield Oaks. Scouts from 40 Clarkston […]
Fifth graders at Davisburg Elementary marched to Davisburg Cemetery, Nov. 11, for their Veterans Day observance. Teachers Stephanie Creasey and Julianne Strong organized the annual trip with Springfield Township Clerk Laura Moreau. The students walk to the cemetery in a silent, single file line holding flags, which they place in holders at each veteran’s grave, […]
Clarkston area volunteers returned from Joplin, Missouri, Nov. 5, after a week helping rebuild after a devastating tornado. ‘They were very outgoing, very thankful we were there,? said Ben Pusheck of Waterford, trip leader and member of the board. ‘They’ve been working to rebuild since June.? Founded in 2001, The North Oakland Disaster Relief Team, […]
It’s the season of giving, but for criminals, it’s also time to steal. “Be vigilant for yourself,” said Det. William Baldwin, Independence Township substation. “Take precautions. If something sounds too good to be true, it’s probably too good to be true.” When shopping online, make sure the website/online retailer you are purchasing from is reputable. […]