Buddy the Elf reminds us all that ‘the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.? Well, that’s exactly what the Super Singers group did as these talented Clear Lake Elementary students performed holiday tunes last week for the residents of Hope Senior Apartments in Oxford Township. Afterwards, the students […]
Veterans, scouts and citizens converged on Ridgelawn Memorial Cemetery in Oxford Village Saturday to pay their respects to all those who’ve put on a military uniform and served the United States with honor. They all participated in the annual ‘Wreaths Across America? program, which takes place at cemeteries across the nation. Christmas wreaths are placed […]
In order to avoid taking vehicles off the road next year, the North Oakland Transportation Authority (NOTA) is considering doing something it’s never done before ? charging for rides. ‘We don’t want to cut our service; we want to maintain our service,? said NOTA Director Lynn Gustafson. Right now, NOTA’s riders ? which consist of […]
The spirit of Norman Rockwell is alive, well and thriving in the Village of Leonard. On Saturday night, members of the small community, young and old, gathered at downtown’s Rowland Hall for the official lighting of the village’s Christmas tree. There was no slick marketing of the event, no slogans, no fanfare, no Tweets. It […]
Oxford is about 10 months away from an historic first. That’s when Deerfield Academy, the community’s first charter public school, will begin educating students on the 320-acre campus of Crossroads for Youth, a 61-year-old nonprofit organization that helps troubled children and teenagers learn how to succeed in life. ‘I’m really excited,? said Dr. Janet McPeek, […]
Having one Eagle Scout in the family is very impressive. Having three generations of Eagle Scouts in one family is downright astounding and definitely worthy of note. On Monday night, Oxford High School junior Spencer Christen formally received his Eagle Scout badge and medal, making him the third generation and fourth person in his family […]
Whenever there’s a fire, medical emergency or car crash, folks immediately call the Oxford Fire Department for help. Well, now it’s time to return the favor as the department is the one asking for help. According to Fire Chief Pete Scholz, Oxford’s been suffering from a lack of paid-on-call personnel for some time now and […]
Carnivores rejoice for there’s a new place in Oxford to satisfy your natural craving for protein in all its juicy, tender and succulent glory. On Monday, Montana’s Rib & Chop House officially opened for business at 700 N. Lapeer Rd. with its staff of 50 full and part-time employees eager to serve. ‘It feels like […]
Good things happen when folks work together. A perfect example can be found in Addison where scouts, volunteers, local companies and government officials combined their efforts and resources to improve a public recreation facility by adding a parking lot. ‘This stuff doesn’t just drop out of the sky,? said township Supervisor Bruce Pearson. ‘There’s well-intended […]
It’s the Christmas season and charity is on my mind. Since I started working for the Oxford Leader back in May 1999, I’ve always done what I can to promote and support local charitable organizations. My two favorites are Oxford-Orion FISH and the K-9 Stray Rescue League. To me, they exemplify real charity. Both groups […]