Clarkston SCAMP had its annual ‘Walk and Roll? event at Depot Park Sunday. Hundreds packed the park and took to the streets around Clarkston for routes ranging from 1-5 miles in length. Representatives from Oxford Bank were on hand to present SCAMP with a $700 check. The money was raised during the company’s ‘Dress Down […]
Independence Township Fri., April 27 Police were seeking a warrant after the manager of a music store on Dixie Highway called police to report that a man failed to make good on a promise to pay for an amplifier and music stand he was allowed to take home. The merchandise was valued at $335.44. Sun., […]
Andersonville Elementary’s Destination Imagination students did well at state competition April 21. They earned a spot at Globals Finals in Knoxville, Tenn., where they will compete against teams from around the world. ‘They did a wonderful job,? said parent volunteer Annie Knill. ‘When we started this it was only to give our kids a chance […]
Clarkston Junior High School students Jake Navarre and Dylan Coutelle started a fundraiser concert as a school requirement. Now, it’s all about the cause. ‘We don’t care about the grade anymore ? we just want to raise money for Promise Village,? Navarre said. ‘We want to help them,? Coutelle said. Promise Village in Clarkston shelters […]
Allie Swanson, an eighth grader at Clarkston Junior High School, took the day off Thursday in honor of National Day of Prayer. She kept busy ? she offered a Reading for Education to more than 1,000 people at the state Capitol building in Lansing. ‘It was really exciting. I was really honored,? Swanson said. As […]
The changing schedules for Clarkston schools continue to concern parents. Three parents with a petition of hundreds of names spoke to the Board of Education May 6. ‘We represent numerous concerned parents,? said Danette Meny. ‘I have a petition with over 250 signatures.? Research shows later start times for elementary schools negatively affect students. Young […]
The teenage driver swerved the car to avoid an obstacle in his path. A crunch underneath signaled a less-than-successful attempt. No problem. He’ll do better next time. The driver, a student in the Toyota Driving Expectations program, ran over a few cones. But he learned what it was like to swerve a car without actual […]
When it comes to having family photos taken, it helps to have two family members at your side. Sisters Brenda Hathaway and Laura Capua opened Family Treasures Photography Studio at 6684 Dixie Highway in suite F of the Ritter’s Country Square less than a month ago, in pursuit of their passion. The studio can be […]
The Clarkston area is often described as a perfect place to live, but if they wanted to get away, Campers Paradise can help. The camper, recreational vehicle and snowmobile retailer at 4941 Dixie Highway officially opened its doors Saturday with the help of State Representative John Stakoe and 99.5 FM WYCD. Campers Paradise, a family […]
Susan Maniscalchi has always been a goal-oriented person. Initially, her behavior got her running down a neighborhood street, later with a group of friends and most recently through the streets of the New England area’s most popular running event, the Boston Marathon April 16. ‘I loved it, it was incredible. The crowd support was phenomenal, […]