According to Orion Township Public Library Director Linda Sickles, approximately 200 people attended the event that raised over $10,000 for the library expansion efforts. Thanks to local business for the generous donations, hardwork by library volunteers and superb food from Indianwood, she said the eventwas a huge success. What’s up next for the expansion team? […]
School may not have been in session on Wednesday, March 7, but bright minds filled the halls of Lake Orion High School. Leadership Development Workshop (LDW) hosted this year’s Michigan Association of Honor Societies / Michigan Association of Student Councils? Regional Conference. Over 25 schools from around Oakland and Macomb Counties attended the day workshop. […]
Yummy smells fill the halls of library on Wednesday, March 7, as the library hosted the children’s program Cook up a story. This month, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the event channeled the luck of the Irish and made leprechaun mist, potato chip casserole and lots of green food. According to children’s librarian Marge […]
Lake Orion residents are not the only ones to see the benefit of preserving the Howarth schoolhouse, as the Orion Historical Society’s project has been selected as one of 10 finalists for an additional grant through The History Channel Save Our History grant program. ‘I think being selected in this group of 10 is a […]
With Michigan’s history of ever-changing weather, it is important for residents to know what to do in the face of inclement weather. In order to raise awareness, Gov. Jennifer Granholm has announced that March 25-31 will be severe weather week in the state of Michigan. Last year, Michigan experienced 10 tornados and numerous thunderstorms, during […]
When David Schmidt graduated from Lake Orion High School in 2004, he knew what the next step in his life was going to be. ‘I had always wanted to be in the military, even as a little kid,? said Schmidt. ‘As I got a little older, I started looking at which service I wanted to […]
The Village of Lake Orion held its Annual Appreciation Dinner last Thursday. Members of law enforcement, various committees and councils were on hand to recognize those individuals whose sacrifices and dedication make the village a better place to live and work. Lake Orion Police Chief Jerry Narsh recognized numerous officers for their continued efforts in […]
People and pictures alike packed the studio at the Orion Art Center last Friday, when the winners of the 2007 All Media Show were announced. Those who attended the show were able to view over 80 pieces of art created by individuals in and around the Orion Area. The group gave top honors to Marnie […]
Over 220 fifth grade students from around the Orion area participated in this year’s annual Battle of the Books on Saturday, March 10. Participants were required to read 19 books, and the titles ranged from fiction to folktales, myths, nonfiction and poetry. ‘By choosing such diverse titles we hope to appeal to a wide range […]
Lake Orion High School DECA found success at the state competition on March 16-18. The event was held at the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn. According to DECA advisor and marketing teacher Julia Dalrymple, the students who competed at the state level had to first qualify at the district competition that was held in January. Over […]