Looking for something to do over the long Labor Day weekend? Interested in something unique? Then hit the road for the Franklin Art Show’s 25th anniversary celebration ‘Art on the Green? to visit Independence Township artists Ruth and Ed Coulson. The Coulsons will show their clay pieces along with more than 60 other artists. ‘We […]
Although little has been heard from Leadership Clarkston in the past few months, plenty is still happening. According to Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce Director Penny Shanks, the first goal of the joint effort is almost complete ? a steering committee is mostly formed and plans are to hold its first meeting this coming October. […]
Nine teachers from Clarkston Community Schools went back to school this summer to learn new techniques for the upcoming year. The teachers attended the Marilyn Burns workshop ‘Building a Foundation for Algebra,? held in Holly, Aug. 15-19. The session focused on providing participants with hands-on experience activities to aid students in more concrete learning. The […]
The Clarkston Historical Society is once again including an antique sale in the Art in the Village Festival on Sept. 17 and 18. This is the second year for the sale. Last year, the Historical Society raised $2,500. This year, organizers would like to reach $3,000. ‘It went really well last year,? said Tony Smith […]
Ever have a moment where you just didn’t know what to say? Well, let’s hope that moment doesn’t come to Bernard and Robert in the Clarkston Village Player’s production of ‘Don’t Dress for Dinner.? ‘This is a hilarious farce,? said Director Steven M. Cunningham. ‘People trying to arrange liaisons, lots of lies and double talk […]
The McCord house on Pine Knob Road will soon have a new owner ? and while some celebrate the property’s new lease on life, others question the decision. The Independence Township Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Sept. 6 to sell the property to township resident and planning commissioner Sam Moraco for $5 plus the […]
Time stands still in anticipation of the Clarkston Community Historical Society’s 31st annual Art in the Village festival. This Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 17 and 18), stop down at Depot Park for entertainment, shopping and some delicious fall treats. ‘The best part is bringing the community together and seeing people you know,? said Jennifer Arkwright, […]
Despite the momentum generated by many dedicated residents, Independence Township will not see language on the November ballot for a legal defense fund millage. However, the idea is not gone forever, either. At the Sept. 6 board meeting, Independence Township trustees voted unanimously to immediately establish a dialogue between township attorneys and members of Citizens […]
The old McCord homestead located on Pine Knob Road is feeling the sun on its shutters for the first time in close to a decade. Soon-to-be owner Sam Moraco has already begun the most basic restoration steps ? he cleared away the 6-7 feet of high brush, weeds and ivy. ‘Before, you couldn’t even walk […]
Charles E. Herring, Jr. is in a new world. A world of growth concerns, development issues, financial burdens and resident needs. A world full of government. Herring is Independence Township’s new deputy supervisor. ‘This is totally different from what I did before,? said Herring, who recently retired from the Pontiac Police Department. ‘I’m looking forward […]