I read Don Rush’s column in the Aug. 27 edition of The Clarkston News and have only one thing to say: You go Don. There is no reason Mr. Miller shouldn’t be able to do both jobs. For close to 20 years now I have listened and watched the school board. I have in the […]
Many thanks to Jennifer Nemer for the wonderful feature story about my good friend Judith Hoddinott. I have been privileged to know Judy for many years and she absolutely is “dedicated to volunteerism,” although that headline doesn’t even begin to capture the depth of Judy’s commitment to giving of herself to help others. I have […]
Within the past two weeks the building of Trillium Village has begun on what is familiarly known as the former “Ritter Property,” to the west of Hummingbird Lane. In spite of many protests, we can see and hear the huge bulldozers destroying the age-old stand of trees, disturbing the wetlands and the environment of our […]
I have read both editorials from parents affiliated with the Clarkston Select Soccer Club in response to the article on Jim Sinclair starting the Clarkston Metro-Stars/Gators. I am a Clarkston resident and Clarkston Gator parent who would like the opportunity to respond to those editorials. I take offense to anyone thinking they can “speak for […]
As advocates for educational opportunities for our children, the Academic Boosters of Clarkston are concerned by the recent disagreement withing the Board of Education. We urge a speedy resolution to the matter, without further cost or waste of time that could be better spent on educational issues. Sherri Kerby President, ABC’s
Mt. Zion Church grew from a group of 20 people attending Bible study in the basement of Pastor Loren Covarrubias’ parents’ home, to currently providing ministry to more than 18,000 people annually. Now the church is being highlighted for their “successful faith and community-based programs, mentorship, family support initiatives and education programs” through the Celebration […]
The library has always had a special place in Claire Poynter’s heart. “I had real positive experiences with libraries when I was young. My parents were very supportive of the library.” Poynter, then Claire Meeker, grew up in central Illinois, in Danville, whose claim to fame is being the hometown of Gene Hackman and Dick […]
“Look what great teams we have here!” Terry Dodge, membership and program director at Deer Lake Athletic Club said, in fun. Five teams of 17 recently played at championship levels in the United States Tennis Association summer tournament. “We had four women’s leagues that went to championship level play and one mixed team.” The Women’s […]
School starting on Aug. 20 ended up not being good news for Rene Roberts. The Webber Elementary School parent complained to Lake Orion School Board members on Aug. 27 that the school wasn’t ready to open. She said she wasn’t happy to find out the playground equipment was not yet installed, the kitchen wasn’t yet […]
This fall will be the last time teens in Lake Orion will be able to take driver’s education through the school district. School board members on Aug. 27 decided not to offer the class again once students currently enrolled finish the program. Parents only option will be to choose private companies to teach their children […]