Travis wants to take experience as trustee to supervisor seat

As ‘team leader? of a six-candidate slate, Dan Travis’ number one issue is hiring a professional manager to handle Independence Township’s $20 million budget. ‘We want human-resource management in place, in house, who can have a handle on things, can control things, and to be responsible,? said Travis. ‘One of the biggest problems we’ve had […]

John Bowman earns award for supporting Youth Assistance

John Bowman, president of Bowman Chevrolet, was recognized by members of the Clarkston Area Youth Assistance, June 18, for his sponsorship. Bowman has been a corporate sponsor for several years, said Jim Wenger, Independence Township treasurer and CAYA board of directors? member. ‘It’s been a base of support that’s really meant a lot to the […]

Family walks to help friend with failing kidney

When Holly and Alan Baugh of Waterford heard their friend Mike McKay was in need of Kidney Transplant, they decided to step in and raise awareness . Holly and Alan along with their two children Katie and Aiden walked at the Detroit Zoo, put on by the National Kidney Foundation this past Sunday, May 15. […]

Building director suspended 60 days for bonus payments

Dave Belcher, Independence Township building director, was slapped with a 60-day suspension without pay for refusing to repay a $3,000 bonus. Clerk Barbara Pollata and Trustees Dave Lohmeier, Larry Rosso, and Neil Wallace voted unanimously, May 17, after closed session to immediately suspend Belcher. He will be on a probationary period for one year following […]

Keiser’s Role A column by Trevor Keiser

This past weekend I went to Cedar Point with my girlfriend Noell and her family. It was her younger sister Hannah’s birthday and a trip to Cedar Point was what she requested for her birthday present. Well, let me tell you,the last time I went to Cedar Point I think I might have been 10-12 […]

Designer DJ loves his hometown

A Disc Jockey since 1987, Jesse Moyet said it’s not unusual at bigger shows to throw T-shirts out to the crowd with his name and logo on it, but little did he know one shirt design with the words ‘Detroit Love? would become such a hit and evolve into something more. ‘I did a big […]

‘Can you hear me now?’

Whatever your cell phone needs may be, Scott Hakim manager of the Verizon retailer located at 9749 Dixie Highway says he and his crew can help. ‘I have a cellular and Verizon background for 10 years, so I know exactly what to do for all types of customers,? Hakim said. ‘If you’re having billing issues, […]

Keiser’s Role A column by Trevor Keiser

With the political season well on its way, Indepedence Township Board meetings just keep getting hotter. For the past several weeks, there has been a ‘grudge match? between Neil Wallace (a member of the six-member slate) and Mike Clark (campaign supporter for Supervisor Dave Wagner). However, I think the back and forth name calling and […]

Fourth of July celebration to honor heroes

With July 4 just around the corner, Independence Township Parks and Recreation is preparing for another day of holiday fun. ‘I think it’s important to take time out and spend time with your family and this is the perfect atmosphere to do so. Whether your family lives here or out of town, this is a […]

Gift recipients pass help on to family in need

Four months after Pastor Greg Henneman of Clarkston Community Church handed out $5,000 to his congregation, members are hard at work on their ‘Kingdom Assignment? to help others. Amanda Robotnik and her husband Jonathan received one of the $100 bills, and Amanda’s brother Will Skelly and his girlfriend Desiray Brooks also received $100. ‘I give […]

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