About 1,300 Sashabaw Middle School students ‘It’s my way to get involved ? I love it,? said parent organizer Kathy Smith. ‘The Fun Run would not be possible without the efforts Kay Smith and all the volunteers put into this,? said Principal Linda Foran. The children, divided in 10 teams, ran in 15-minute to music […]
Neighbor for Neighbor offers Treasures and Treats this weekend, to raise funds for its food pantry and charitable work. The all-volunteer, non-profit organization in Springfield Township has been collecting donations for months, said Peg Hill, vice president for Neighbor to Neighbor. ‘It will be an excellent place for parents who need equipment for their babies […]
After a slow start, the gridiron heroes from Clarkston High, pushed their record to 5-0. Last Friday night they downed OAA- 1 rival Pontiac Northern, 40-18 Both teams took a while to warm up ? two thirds of the points were scored after halftime. “We had a good second half,” said Head Coach Kurt Richardson. […]
BMX racer Sean Lucas of Independence Township started training early for the dirt-bike sport. ‘He’s been riding since he was 2 1/2, 3 years old ? he started very early,? said his mother, Debbie Lucas. He is competing in his second season, so far earning first place at the Michigan State Championship in Lansing Sept. […]
Thirteen members of Clarkston Community Church went to prison Aug. 23-25, part of ‘Champions for Life? outreach ministry. ‘It was kind of intimidating when the doors slammed shut behind you,? said Pastor Greg Henneman. ‘The metal detectors, pat downs, it was unnerving at first, but I got acclimated to it ? I really enjoyed it.? […]
Lou Melone just picked up the reins as president of the Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce, but he already had someone to thank. ‘I want to thank my wife in advance for all her patient support,? Melone said at the chamber’s Annual Meeting this past Saturday. Officers, directors, staff, and activity chairpersons have a big […]
Conflict over a bus stop in Springfield Township continues, recently involving The Clarkston News. Parents gathered Sept. 14 at the bus stop near Big Lake to talk about safety concerns. The meeting created a safety issue itself, said Dr. Al Roberts, Clarkston Community School superintendent. Roberts received a report stating vehicles were parked in the […]
E-mails are starting to come in about readers? disappointment with our recent sports coverage. I’m not satisfied, either. We lost our sportswriter, who worked very hard to cover all kinds of sports in the area. We’re interviewing for a replacement, but that takes time ? we want the right person for the job. Until then, […]
Youth ministry is Greg Martin’s mission in life. His side jobs help keep things interesting. In South Carolina and Florida, these included stand up comedy. Back in the Clarkston area, one is a series of podcast interviews with local figures for the World Wide Web. “I love youth ministry ? this (podcast) is a creative […]
The Clarkston High School Marching Band takes the field this year to the music of Russian ballet. ‘I love it ? it’s a great show,? said Amy Arpke, drum major along with Nick Johnson and Celeste Evans. ‘It’s really upbeat and fun, a good contrast between harsh and flowing.? Music for the 7-8 minute competition […]