Editor’s Note: In light of his mother’s passing (see left), Walt Studinger asked if we could reprint the following article about her from Nov. 1, 2006. We’re happy to oblige. We’d also like to express our deepest condolences to Walt and his entire family. Nan was a great lady. Attend an Oxford freshman girls basketball […]
All eyes were on the Indianwood Golf & Country Club in Orion Township a few weeks ago when it hosted the 2012 U.S. Senior Open. While it was certainly exciting and glamorous, there’s no denying those golfers who chipped and putted in the national spotlight represent the sport’s past. Enthusiasts interested in the sport’s future […]
It isn’t an exact science, but Oxford and Addison’s township clerks are both predicting a 30 percent voter-turnout rate during the Tuesday, Aug. 7 primary election. ‘Traditionally, the turnout for primary elections isn’t as big as it is for the general election,? explained Oxford Township Clerk Curtis Wright. ‘It’s one of the more important elections, […]
Whether you’re someone who’s contemplating suicide or someone who’s lost a family member or friend to suicide, the communities of Oxford and Lake Orion want you to know they care and they’re here to help. That much was evident as 110 folks, young and old, gathered Saturday morning at Seymour Lake Township Park to participate […]
It was obviously someone’s idea of a joke, but Oxford Athletic Director Mike Watson isn’t laughing. In fact, he’s pretty mad about it. ‘I can’t tell you anything else that makes me more upset than this kind of stuff because it takes away from our resources and what we’re here to do,? Watson said. He […]
A new five-year labor contract was approved last week by both the Oxford Village Council and the Police Officers Labor Council (POLC), the union that represents the municipality’s police officers and dispatchers. ‘We are satisfied with the contract and I think negotiations with the village were outstanding,? said Union Steward Debbie O’Farrell, who works as […]
Editor’s Note: With the proposed millage increase for the Oxford Public Library on the primary ballot next week, as a service to voters, we decided to republish the in-depth article on the proposal that appeared in the May 16 issue. Back when the Leader submitted its questions, Library Director Bryan Cloutier wrote, ‘Your questions are […]
Oxford Village is moving in the same direction as Oxford Township when it comes to the use of fireworks ? ban it. Council last week voted 4-1 to direct the village manager to draft an ordinance ‘similar to the township’s? banning the use of fireworks on all days except for the 30 protected by state […]
Editor’s Note: There are five candidates running for four trustee seats on the Oxford Township Board. Each carries a four-year term of office. Answers to the profile questions were limited to 25 words each. Sue Bellairs Age: 64 Municipality of residence and number of years lived there: Oxford Township ? 42 yrs. Family: Recently lost […]
The Addison Township Public Library celebrated the end of its Children’s Summer Reading Program with an impressive performance by local magician Baffling Bill July 26. A total of 70 children enrolled in this year’s program. ‘It’s probably 30 more people than we had last year,? said Library Director Jaema Berman. ‘The numbers are really growing.? […]