Dozens of volunteers came out, April 24, for Davisburg Beautification Day. “We had a fantastic turn-out ? more than 70 volunteers worked at four sites,” said Laura Moreau, Springfield Township clerk. They cleared brush and picked up trash on township property along Davisburg Road from Dilley to Andersonville Road, including Shultz Park, Davisburg Cemetery, Mill […]
Given the chance to publicly respond to a persistent critic, Clarkston schools Superintendent Dr. Al Roberts took the high road. Speaking at Monday’s Board of Education meeting, he conceded that, yes, discretionary spending could use some trimming especially in these tough economic times, praised FOIAing parents for their concern and hard work, and welcomed any […]
Dep. Jim Bowie knew the driver he stopped for running a stop sign at Sashabaw Road and Bella Rose Boulevard, 8 p.m., April 8, was lying about his identity. Since the 27-year-old Waterford Township man failed to produce a driver’s license, Bowie could call his bluff by checking his fingerprints. A few months ago, that […]
Clarkston schools superintendent had a warning for those questioning district finances. ‘I can tell you that if I am maligned in the paper again I will seek legal council in terms of libel,? said Superintendent Dr. Al Roberts, responding to Independence Township resident Dawn Schaller at the April 19 school board meeting. ‘Please do not […]
Funky, fun, horn driven rock is the name of the game for the Rhythm Kings. ‘It’s really working out ? great feedback so far,? said Russ English of Clarkston, who plays alto/tenor saxophone with the eight-man band. ‘The goal is to keep the dance floor full ? keep the ladies happy and that keeps the […]
John Baker of Waterford is trying his hand at freelance art, with the help of Family Treasures photo studio of Independence Township. “He makes any photo into a piece of art,” said Brenda Hathaway, who owns Family Treasures with her sister, Laura Capua. “They’re just beautiful and natural. It’s a good idea.” Assignments include houses […]
Clarkston schools superintendent had a warning for those questioning district finances. ‘I can tell you that if I am maligned in the paper again I will seek legal council in terms of libel,? said Superintendent Dr. Al Roberts, responding to Independence Township resident Dawn Schaller at the April 19 school board meeting. ‘Please do not […]
Preparing more than a thousand tax returns, Shirley Swoffer and Denise McGorisk of H&R Block know how people are doing this year ? not so good. ‘It’s been a hard time for people ? many are losing their jobs and their homes,? said Swoffer, senior tax advisor at H&R Block, 7103 Dixie Highway in Independence […]
On vacation in Wisconsin about five years ago, Sheila Partington found a new hobby. “It was a rainy day so we went to a hands-on art studio,” said Partington, who lives in Springfield Township with her husband, Alan. “It was filled with ceramics, mosaics, you name it. They also had glass fusing. That’s what I […]
Reentering the work force after raising her children, Lisa DePillo of Clarkston had a different standard. ‘I was looking for a job with more meaning and purpose, a way to help people,? said DePillo. Catching up with her friend Leah McLean two-and-a-half years ago, she found they both felt the same way. ‘Raising children is […]