Heavy snowfall and record breaking low temperatures caused hazardous commutes and school cancellations Monday and Tuesday, after a winter snowstorm dumped over 15 inches in Clarkston and surrounding communities. With drifts, it was a lot deeper. “We had drifts in areas that were four feet tall,” said Autumn Brandon of Independence Township. “I have lived […]
The year 2014 is off to a cold start, but residents can expect a warm welcome at Independence Township Hall, said Supervisor Pat Kittle. Kittle said he wants residents to know his door is always open and he would also like to hold more meetings with homeowners association presidents. ‘I want to do this to […]
Handwriting says a lot about you, according to graphology guru Dave Littmann. Graphology, the study of handwriting, is a practice that goes back to the times of great philosopher Aristotle, and is actually very popular today in European counties. To analyze what graphologists call a sample, a person first writes about a half page about […]
Morning Mist Drive residents in Independence Township were happy to have power back last Friday, after several days without heat and electricity. ‘We have two fireplaces, so we were warm enough,? said resident Robert Young. But not being able to shower was a big inconvenience, Young said. He and his neighbors called Independence Township Supervisor […]
After a recent major power outage that left thousands in the dark without heat nor lights, many residents may think more about being prepared for emergencies. Independence Township Supervisor Pat Kittle said the township will meet with local organizations in January regarding emergency preparedness. Kittle said during emergency planning sessions the township will put together […]
Plans to build a hospital in Independence Township have been rejected again. Officials say residents ought to be angered by the decision. The decision was handed down by Judge Colleen O’Brien of Oakland County Circuit Court on Dec .20 after McLaren Health Care Corp. sued the Michigan Department of Community Health. The state agency had […]
Independence Township Supervisor Pat Kittle has been busy making big plans for 2014. The bad news is sewer rates will likely be increased in the new year. ‘I know where the township will end up unless the sewer and water rates are increased,? said Kittle. ‘It’s going to be close to a $1 million loss […]
Power lines and trees were encased in ice after a winter storm walloped the area over the weekend, leaving thousands without power. On Saturday, the National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory, forecasting freezing rain and accumulating ice. Roads started getting slick on Saturday evening and some back roads were a sheet of ice. […]
Robert Esshaki from Rudy’s Market in downtown Clarkston said when invited to a Christmas party he recommends visitors come bearing a bottle of red wine, cabernet or bottle of vodka to a Christmas gathering. ‘It’s a great gift to bring the hostess,? he said. ‘It will go over well at every party and every house […]
Clarkston City Council appointed a new clerk during their Dec. 6 meeting. Sandy Miller will retire from Independence Township at the end of December and begin her new position as city clerk on January 6th. Miller has worked for the township in various departments for 30 years. ‘I feel fortunate to have her,? said Clarkston […]