Phragmites all fired up

Flames raged and temperatures soared as phragmites burned off White Lake Road, May 9. The prescribed burn was part of a combined effort to fight the invasive plants, between Oakland Phragmites and Invasive Species Task Force (OPIS), City of the Village of Clarkston and Independence Township. The reed-like plants can grow up to 15 feet […]

Spring means season of sales

If you want to have your own or go out in search of treasures’now is the season of garage sales. You can make some extra cash by gathering items you no longer need for your own sale. Clarkston resident Becky Richey said her home needs a new roof, but there are also other reasons she […]

Park filled with fun for kids

Smiles warmed up the day at Clintonwood Park during Kids Day in the Park, May 11. Hosted by Independence Township Parks and Recreation, the event was dedicated to Ryan Kennedy, a Clarkston resident who passed away last May just two days after his 10th birthday. Friends of Ryan Kennedy were on site to continue their […]

Digging up the past in an outhouse

For local archeologists, a century-old outhouse is a gold mine of historical treasure. ‘People used to throw all kinds of things in there,? said Richard Stamps, lead archeologist for the dig at the Ellis Farm on Dixie Highway in Springfield Township. ‘Now it’s like a time capsule of what they were using at the time.? […]

Andrea’s Anecdotes

Hello readers. I’m the new reporter at The Clarkston News. I spent much of this week introducing myself to members of the community, and getting to know issues important to residents. As the days go by I will get to know even more community members. I want to know your name ? yes yours, and […]

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