By Megan Kelley Review Writer With the upcoming general election on Nov. 6, one of the more divisive proposals on the ballot is the Lake Orion Community Schools bond proposal. The proposal is for a $160 million bond. This proposal is touted with a “no expected tax rate increase”, which would keep the millage rate […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor For Teddy Anderson, a junior at Lake Orion High School, seeing what the professionals at Atlas Copco Tools and Assembly Systems do could be a glimpse into his future. Teddy and 17 of his classmates toured Atlas Copco in Auburn Hills as part of Oakland County’s fourth annual Manufacturing Day […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor The first day in a new school can be daunting, especially when you’re a sixth grader heading to a big, new school. But Oakview Middle School students want the new kids to know that their school is a place Where Everybody Belongs (WEB). On the first day of school, the […]
By Megan Kelley Review Writer The school board meeting on Oct 10 was relatively short compared to the last few meetings, but it showcased something that has been lacking during these months leading up to the election — love. Outside of the normal housekeeping items, the board heard a presentation from a group from Lake […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor A little shopping, a lot of socializing, heaps of money raised for charity. The ladies flocked to downtown Lake Orion on Thursday for the Babes on Broadway shopping extravaganza, touring local businesses and restaurants and raising $5,000 for Grace Centers of Hope. Simply Marcella’s, a ladies’ fashion boutique on Broadway […]
For the past month-and-a-half, many have sparred with each other on this LOCS proposal; only addressing finances. This is absolutely understandable. However, it has come to my attention that no one has thought of the practicalities. Let’s take the biggest project on the list: reconstructing Blanche-Sims. I assume/suggest this project be done during summer break. […]
The Bond Proposal must pass because it will give the school district a chance to catch up to where the competing school districts are. Currently Lake Orion High School’s technology is more outdated than all the districts that surround us. As a student of the high school, when it rains the building leaks and they […]
The Lake Orion Community Schools Bond Proposal is critical to all residents of the community. This Bond Proposal not only helps our schools, it helps the entire community and every property owner. If this bond fails, we will see a decline in our schools and our property values. It is a fact that higher functioning […]
Lake Orion Community Schools proudly produces a product that is top-six in the county and among the best in the country. This product is in-demand locally, nationally and globally. This product has even flown in space! The product is our proud and skillful students. Our school district leadership earns unblemished annual audits and top ratings […]
If Lake Orion wants a Marijuana facility, why don’t they take care of our school debt. I am voting No on all proposals. More homes are being built in our area, they contribute more taxes. I believe our government has been wasting precious tax payers dollars. Think before you spend. Homeowner for 44 years. We […]