Sergey Douglas, Sarrah Palmer, Andrew Paquette, and Savannah Rovelli went to the American Royal Horse Show in Kansas City, MO, as O.A.T.S. riders. They came home as “The Fearsome Foursome.” “They all placed in the top 10 for their division, and Sarrah won Overall National Reserve Champion,” said Nancy Lee Heussner, O.A.T.S. founder. “Riding is […]
Pam Baker helps adjust granddaughter Amanda Baker’s mortarboard at the May 30 Clarkston High School graduation. More than 500 graduates received their diplomas at the DTE Energy Music Theatre commencement.
Clarkston Farm and Garden Club livened up Main Street and the library last week with flowers and greens. Club members worked on planters and landscaping May 30 in downtown Clarkston and the Independence Township Library. ‘We enjoy contributing to the community,? said Julie Piazza, civic improvement chairperson. ‘We love it,? said Kay Robertson, club member […]
A domestic violence case took a lethal turn, Jan. 6, when a deputy shot an Independence Township man after he threatened to stab her and another officer. ‘Domestic disputes are one of the most dangerous situations for deputies ? they’re very unpredictable,? said Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard. ‘Thankfully we’re able to bring most to […]
At the start of a new year, Clarkston community leaders are busy preparing for the future. For Dr. Rod Rock, Clarkston superintendent of schools, that means working on curriculum adjustments to meet students’ needs and match Michigan Common Core and Smarter Balance standards, which replace the MEAP and MME in 2015. “Toward further alignment, we […]
Planning a full 20-year career in the U.S. Army, service in Iraq is a near certainty for Jacob Beno of Clarkston. When that happens, he wants to be behind the controls of a Blackhawk helicopter. ‘I’ve wanted to be a pilot since I was a kid,? said Beno, home on leave from his duty station […]
The rain this weekend soaked tour groups moving from home to home, but more than 800 still came out to the 2007 Clarkston SCAMP Home Tour. ‘The rain didn’t stop people from coming,? said volunteer tour guide Diane Midgley. ‘That’s a tribute to the success of this tour.? Ten families opened their historic homes to […]
Planners hope warmer winter weather lets shoppers show off their vintage ’60s cocktail dresses and seersucker suits at Clarkston’s third annual Strolling Retro Cocktail Party this weekend. “Hopefully there’ll be more people dressing up,” said Peg Roth, organizer and Clarkston Mills owner. “It’s an opportunity to come down and enjoy visiting downtown retailers and maybe […]
Jon and Becky Richey’s son Jacob is fully recovered after a close call last month in Clarkston High School’s pool. “He’s back to his normal self,” Becky said. The Independence Township residents appreciate the quick action of lifeguards and staff (see ‘Parents thankful for school, community rescuers? on page 6). Jacob, who has autism, was […]
Local artists discussing their latest works, frank and enlightening discussions on issues and people affecting the community, visits with local business owners explaining what they do with hands-on demonstrations, music performances by local jazz, reggae, and garage rock bands ? all available on cable public access. But not in Independence Township. These are programs developed […]