A couple of weeks ago on June 16, a group of treasure hunters were on the front lawn of the Independence Township Hall hoping to find lost treasure with the use of metal detectors. As many know the Township hall is a place of history. The’first building there was the Union School built around 1840, […]
Starbucks is coming to town, ready to offer coffee lovers fresh new flavors. The new store is located at 6673 Dixie Hwy. It officially opened to the public June 29th, but will be having a grand opening on Friday, July 13. The grand opening will include: the Fire Department, members from the Clarkston Area Chamber […]
Clarkston Rotary Club installed new officers June 25, and honored retiring officers. Rotary’s presidents traditionally serve for a year and then pass the duties on to a new president, selected by club members. ‘It’s a bittersweet occasion, it’s been a wonderful year because of the members,? said Tim Everhard, 2006-2007 Rotary Club president. ‘These guys […]
BY TREVOR KEISER Clarkston News Staff Writer From flower beds to Karate training, Al Smock loves it all. He is a part of this year’s Garden Tour, set for July 18. ‘Many people do many different sports, and play golf, but the number one hobby in America is gardening,? said Smock. Smock has worked hard […]
For more than 37 years, Sandy Morris has cared for children from under 6 years old up to sixth graders. ‘It was not something I had planned to do, but I was home with my other children and neighbors started asking if I could watch their children,? said Morris. ‘So, I started watching their children, […]
Many Michigan home owners are facing foreclosures; Independence Township is not immune. According to the township assessor’s office, since 2005, 129 homes in have been in the process of foreclosing, whether bank owned or in the starting process. Since the beginning of 2007, 51 homes are in foreclosure. The United States has witnessed 437, 498 […]
“LIFT OFF! Soaring to New Heights with God,? was the title of last week’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) at Clarkston United Methodist Church. The week began on Sunday, June 17, with a special free hot air balloon demonstration by pilot Dan Gauthier of American Speedy Printing. They were not able to launch the balloon, due […]
There is an Arabian Prince living in Clarkston, and no, he not from Minnesota, nor does he play the guitar, and his last name is not ‘Charming.? Though some might think he is. This prince can be seen trotting around the field of the Miller farm, or traveling the back roads pulling a buggy near […]
It’s that time of year again when bands rock the stage at the annual Concerts in the Park series June 22 through July 27. This is the 28th season of Concerts in the Park, hosted by Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce. ‘We are looking forward to this year,? said Executive Director Penny Shanks. ‘We have […]
Beaumont plans are scaled back, but location is still a problem for many residents and township planners. The Independence Township Planning Commission met June 14 to review preliminary plans for Beaumont’s hospital complex on M-15 just north of I-75. According to Beaumont officials, the medical center would be a great investment for the community. In […]