On behalf of the Clarkston Chapter of the Local Business Network (LBN), I would like to acknowledge several community businesses. These businesses generously supported the Clarkston LBN team’s effort to raise money for the American Cancer Society during the recent Relay For Life event. Specifically, the ‘new? Kroger (on Sashabaw Road), both of the Clarkston […]
The CHS football ‘Rush for Food? Committee would like to thank the many people who made this event successful. Thanks to the CHS football coaches for their assistance and support, the CHS Athletic Boosters for use of the concession stand and grill, the many parent volunteers who assisted with cooking, serving, sorting and boxing collected […]
Goodrich – It brings families together, helps create invaluable gifts, and motivates clutter clean-out. No wonder Northern Exposure Scrapbooking is becoming such a creative outlet for local scrapbookers. Although the store opened just last month, it’s quickly gaining fame as one of Michigan’s most unique scrapbooking venues. ‘I figured I’d make it how I (as […]
As Gerry Townsend goes down the list of her responsibilities at the Independence Township Senior Center, it’s hard to imagine the place without her. It’s tough enough listing all her jobs. ‘I think the only thing I don’t do is drive the van,? she said with a laugh, in between answering the telephone, checking the […]
As students get ready for another year of school, they begin their back-to-school shopping. Markers, pencils, folders and backpacks are advertised in every store flyer. Some students, however, are not able to get a new backpack and supplies for school and one local student decided to help. Allyson Kowalk, a Clarkston High School senior, conducted […]
Brandon Twp.- Janet Soave sees a bit of a difference between the middle school soccer field and the one she is accustomed to at the Brandon varsity complex. ‘Obviously, the ground is not as smooth as the varsity field,? said Soave, a Brandon High School varsity girls soccer player who plays on the middle school […]
Goodrich ? While life on the Goodrich Mill Pond was flowing peacefully along in 1900, the century that spanned ahead would bring progress. And turbulence. When the Detroit United Railway (DUR) expanded its network of electric streetcars in 1900 to include areas like Flint, trestles for the electric train were built over the Goodrich Mill […]
Brandon Twp.- The future of Long Lake Village moved one step closer to reality on Monday. The site plan of Silverman Development of Bingham Farms, Mich. was approved to develop 64 acres west of M-15 just north of Seymour Lake Road On Aug. 24, the planning commission approved a portion of the project to include […]
Brandon Twp.-There’s a bright new face at Oakwood Community Church. Pastor Donald Holliday, 44, officially joined the church staff on Aug. 15 as Oakwood Community Church’s Teaching Pastor. He will be working with Pastor Bob Service, who has ministered with the church for more than 30 years. ‘What excites me is seeing God touch lives […]
The following is public information from official documents, including written statements, handwritten eyewitness accounts, court recordings and press releases from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department substation, Brandon Township, and the Michigan State Police post in Groveland Township. Slasher on loose On Aug. 18 a Juniper resident reported that someone slashed the rear tire on her […]