When someone says they are from Clarkston, the description can be quite deceiving since ‘Clarkston? seems to incorporate more and more these days. The Clarkston Area Chamber changed its geographic definition of the Clarkston area to include all Springfield Township rather than portions. ‘The old definition did not include Davisburg or define Dixie Highway accurately. […]
Don Brose Jr. once worked as a cleanup boy in his dad’s shop in Detroit on weekends, mopping the floors where customers bought the lighting fixtures or accessories needed to brighten their homes. Now as an adult and third generation lighting specialist, Brose not only continues helping people illuminate their homes; he helps brighten their […]
While Brent Bair’s job requires dealing with some of the most modern road technology available, the marvels of ancient civilizations still amaze him. ‘I like trying to figure out how they did things in those days without modern technology. The buildings are fascinating when you see something so big built back then,? said Bair. The […]
As a child, Stephanie Mitchell’s father would take her down to classes at the Art Institute of Chicago on weekends. She missed the Saturday morning cartoons most kids were watching. That experience fostered creativity and helped Mitchell take an imaginative approach to solving problems she has employed throughout her teaching career. Now as the newly […]
With a history dating back to 1855, the Sashabaw Presbyterian Church continues to celebrate its 150th anniversary. As church members await the restoration of their historic building on Maybee Road, music performed by entertainers who have completed their own personal restorative journeys, highlight the Aug. 28 Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social. Men of Grace, a […]
While the fairy tale image of the Big Bad Wolf may lose appeal after childhood; real life disasters like tornadoes and explosions can leave damage much worse then portrayed in the Three Little Pigs. As part of a structure collapse rescue class, firefighters from across Oakland County and 15 different departments gained experience in managing […]
The Davisburg Candle Factory casts a spell on young and old alike. Former owner Barbara Johns recently self-published a children’s book about the factory and a cat that lived there. The current owners thought enough of the building after shopping there to buy it, despite having no experience in the candle business. ‘Our husbands said […]
On a day celebrating workers there is a lot of fun to be had down Clarkston Road. The First Congregational Church in Clarkston is celebrating its 11th Annual Labor Day Country Fair and Classic Car Show Sept. 5. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of events including live auctions, a dime auction and a bake […]
Stand outside any elementary school after the textbooks are dispersed and see what unfolds. After the bell rings students run out looking like they’re auditioning for movie parts as movers with a grand pianos strapped to their backs. While books usually help children succeed, they can cause harm when backpacks bulge to the point of […]
As a new school year comes with its screaming bells and rumbling buses, undoubtedly the normal banter about school success and failure strikes up again. With a state struggling financially, the rhetorical flames should intensify as everyone and anyone weighs in on the subject. I guess before ranting here, I should remind those whose distaste […]