An Independence Township trustee in the late 1990’s, Neil Wallace has decided it’s time to run again. ‘I have seen a number of mistakes that have been made in the last three and half years that weren’t necessary, that shouldn’t have been made,? he said. ‘I know mistakes happen, you can draw a line through […]
If Peru wants a free-trade partner, local officials are working to make sure they consider Michigan first. Independence Township Trustee Dan Kelly met with Otilio Fernando Chaparro Tejada of Peru and Jose Aliaga, vice chairman of Michigan Republican National Hispanic Assembly, June 15 to talk about a free trade agreement between Peru and the United […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
John Hewko’s interest in politics came at an early age. ‘Other kids would be watching cowboys on TV and John would be watching political conventions,? said his father, Lubomyr “Lu” Hewko of Independence Township. ‘It’s not so much politics as running for something, but being in public service,” said Natalie Hewko, John’s mother. He may […]
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, 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 […]
At almost 92 years old, Bill Cobb of Independence Township has lived a full life. Born in 1916, Cobb grew up in North Branch, Mich., along with his four sisters Eliza, Harriet, Martha, and Marion, and his brother Burt. His mother was a nurse, who graduated from Alma College in 1903 with a class of […]
Jeff Todd of Independence Township had a perfect treat in mind for his son’s birthday party at Clarkston Elementary ? cookies from Clarkston Village Bake Shop. “It’s those big star cookies that my son loves,” Todd said. “They’re about a half inch thick, and probably about 1,000 calories apiece.” One problem: the order was for […]