A township manager discussed with Independence Township trustees benefits of hiring a professional to handle finances. Supervisor Dave Wagner wasn’t convinced. ‘I don’t see a benefit,? Wagner said. ‘I was listening to him and it was mentioned that we’d be able to eliminate the supervisor, clerk, treasurer, and deputy clerk, but he also mentioned that […]
The cast members of the Lord of the Dance came to town Wednesday to teach a master class to the students of the Dancin’ Feet School of Gaelic Culture and Dance. Ren’ee Ginell, director of the school, said the class was a fantastic opportunity and all of the students learned a great deal from the […]
A wally ball tournament for David Carpenter, who is in need of a double-lung transplant, raised more than $1,200 this weekend. The 1983 Clarkston High School graduate recently returned to Michigan after spending 12 years in Florida. After several tests, doctors found Carpenter was suffering from non-specific interstitial pneumonitis causing his lungs to look like […]
Spring has sprung and with the warmer weather comes a responsibility as a car owner to perform spring car maintenance. From salt damage to potholes, the winter months can really do a number on vehicles. Bob King, service manager at Clarkston Chrysler Jeep, says a vehicle should get inspected for suspension damage, and the spring […]
The Independence Township Board of Trustees invited a speaker to their Tuesday meeting to hear details of hiring a township manager. Richard Watkins, the 14-year township manager of Delta Township spoke with the board about his job duties, the hiring process and the day-to-day workings of his township with the role of a manager. With […]
A new cosmetology school offers Clarkston and Waterford-area residents a chance at cosmetology certification and a full-service salon with discount prices. Marketti Academy of Cosmetology opened March 13 and welcomes the public into its salon where senior students perform services under the supervision of one of the four instructors. Currently with 13 students, Marketti offers […]
An eyesore that has been sitting on Sashabaw Road for the past four months will stay a few weeks more, causing residents to become worried about the image it creates for the township. “For a community dedicated to keeping it’s image up, it doesn’t do much for the image of the community,” said Independence Township […]
The consolidation ball is now in Clarkston’s court. The Independence Township Board voted April 3 to study consolidating with the Village of the City of Clarkston. But the study, which would be completed by Oakland County, also needs Clarkston’s approval. It would look into costs, pros, and cons of consolidating the two, said Oakland County […]
With the weather warming up, it would be no surprise if the children are itching to go to the playground and the dog is begging for a long walk. Many parks in the area offer great facilities for spring and summer enjoyment. In downtown Clarkston, Depot Park, 375 Depot Rd., has a large playground, gazebo […]
This month, local, state and national proponents are teaming up for National Alcohol Awareness Month. Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital Medical Center ? Clarkston sees many cases of injuries due to alcohol use and abuse and says this month is designed to bring a realization of how alcohol can impact lives. “I see a lot of accidents […]