Military mom looks to start support group chapter

An Addison mom whose son will soon leave to fight in Iraq wishes to start a local chapter of an organization that offers support for both military parents at home and troops overseas. ‘We’re hoping everyone will want to take part and be involved,? said Mary Loveless, mother of U.S. Army PFC Christopher Loveless. Loveless […]

Rob’s Place still for sale despite rumors

Despite the persistent rumors being cranked out by the town’s gossip mill, a popular downtown bar has not been sold. ‘I’d like people to know that it’s still for sale,? said Vernita ‘Red? Voikos, owner of Rob’s Place at 13 S. Washington St. ‘I don’t know who started that rumor. I haven’t seen any money […]

My Way

I sincerely hope some Oxford Village resident out there starts a petition drive calling for a referendum election on cityhood. See story on page 1. Before we go to all the trouble and expense of electing a nine-member commission to draft a proposed city charter ? which will undoubtedly result in endless meetings and more […]

Stinger missles, Alaskan train make for fast-paced new book

W. Dale Ogle has a lot of high adventure and international intrigue on his mind for a retired school teacher. Stinger missiles, a ruthless gun runner, a beautiful professional killer and an old-fashioned train speeding through the Alaskan mountains along a narrow gauge railroad. But don’t worry, none of it is going to cause the […]

Proposed outdoor seating ordinance gets public hearing March 18

Officials and merchants in Oxford Village are hoping outdoor dining will play a major role in their efforts to draw more people to the downtown area. ‘Who doesn’t like to have lunch outside once in a while when it’s nice?? said Downtown Development Authority Chairman Mark Young, owner of Mark A. Young Jewelers. On Tuesday, […]

Autograph expert says beware of forgeries, authentication companies

Would it surprise you to learn the vast majority of autographs on the market from baseball’s early legends are fakes? It doesn’t surprise Oxford resident Ron Keurajian, but then again he’s an expert in this field. ‘There’s a lot of forgeries out there, especially with the vintage material,? he said. ‘Ninety percent of the Ty […]

Zach Line, Matt Frisch make All-State

OHS senior Zach Line and freshman Matt Frisch did well at the state wrestling championships held at the Palace of Auburn Hills last week. Both grapplers earned All-State status. Line placed third in the 215-pound weight class while Frisch placed seventh at 112 pounds. ‘If you place in the top eight, you’re considered All-State,? explained […]

Clerk candidate to seek recount

Thirty-five. That’s how many votes made the difference in the Oxford Township clerk’s primary race yesterday. Longtime incumbent Republican Clerk Clara Sanderson defeated Republican challenger Patti Durr by a slim margin of 969 to 934. Durr said she will definitely file for a recount. ‘It’s just too close,? she said. Durr won in five of […]

Johnson, Marleau win

It appears State Rep. Ruth Johnson has won the Republican primary race for the Oakland County Clerk’s Office. With 545 of 549 precincts reporting at press time, Johnson (R-Holly) was beating incumbent Clerk G. William Caddell by a margin of 50,244 to 39,647. In Oxford Township, Johnson trounced Caddell by a 2-to-1 margin. Johnson received […]

Military mom looks to start support group chapter

An Addison mom whose son will soon leave to fight in Iraq wishes to start a local chapter of an organization that offers support for both military parents at home and troops overseas. ‘We’re hoping everyone will want to take part and be involved,? said Mary Loveless, mother of U.S. Army PFC Christopher Loveless, who […]