VILLAGE OF OXFORD PUBLIC HEARING Notice: Pursuant to the provisions of Michigan Public Act 207 of 1921, as amended, the Village of Oxford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday, September 29 2003, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Village of Oxford Council Chambers located at 22 W. Burdick, Oxford, MI […]
The Tony Miller saga has been talked about in this community for weeks and still no end is in sight. In case you missed it, Miller, who was elected to the Clarkston school board in June, wanted to continue working with the Clarkston High School football team as a coach. When Superintendent Dr. Al Roberts […]
Oakland County Circuit Judge John J. McDonald dismissed Tony Miller’s lawsuit against Clarkston schools Superintendent Al Roberts last week, but Miller’s attorney said Monday the fight is not over. “The fat lady hasn’t sung yet,” Arthur Weiss said, noting several possible responses, including a new proposal to the school board or filing a motion to […]
Although it was an attempt to “move on,” a press conference with Clarkston school officials last week revealed new information on the conflict over Tony Miller’s alleged conflict of interest. Contrary to Miller’s claims, Deputy Superintendent David Reschke denied a full endorsement of Miller’s dual role as both district trustee and assistant high school football […]
Summer coming to a close in Clarkston means the Crafts & Cider Festival is ready for another year. The festival, sponsored by the Clarkston Community Historical Society, is scheduled for Sept. 20-21. “The Cider Festival is an awesome community event,” CCHS president Jennifer Arkwright said. “It has grown from a little fair in a parking […]
One thing which distinguishes us in the United States from residents of most other countries is the choice we have made to follow the “Rule of Law.” This keeps us from being barbarians, from experiencing chaos, from depending on the whims of others for our freedom. And, we have chosen this path deliberately, democratically. Sometimes […]
Among the Letters to the Editor in the Sept. 3, 2003 edition of The Clarkston News, Norma White wrote “…someone is getting rich off this deal. We know who you are.” The reference was to the project entitled “Trillium Village.” We all know the developers and builders intend to make money on the project, so […]
The Spraypark Committee would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the Spraypark at Clintonwood, as of August 27, 2003. With your generous contributions, we have raised over $20,000 since April. As many of you are aware, the Committee’s goal is to raise a total amount of $153,000 by 12-31-03. To celebrate our achievements […]
We would like to thank the CHS football players, coaches, parents, and the community for their tremendous support of the “Rush for Food” effort that was held August 22 benefiting Lighthouse Clarkston. Over 2,000 pounds of food was collected which filled an empty pantry and should last for several months. The players worked very hard! […]
Another green space in Independence Township has “bit the dust” and the sad fact is the ones responsible are local developers. This so called progress is taking place at the former Ritter property in the vicinity of Dixie Highway and Maybee Road. Last year, nearby residents tried their best to stop this new condo development; […]