Rev. Jon M. Clapp died Nov. 16, 2024, the devoted husband (61 years) to Karen Baird Clapp and beloved father to Alisa Clapp-Itnyre and Amy Clapp Salmonson. He is also survived by sister Joanne (Clapp) Close; sons-in-law Ron Itnyre and David Salmonson; grandchildren Annetta Itnyre, Rebecca Salmonson, and Andrew Salmonson. Jon Marvin Clapp was born […]
Bradley Jason Lewis, born on August 20, 1972, passed away on January 18, 2025, at the age of 52. Bradley earned a Bachelor’s degree in History and Education from Western Michigan University and was a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst in the State of Michigan. He dedicated much of his professional life to teaching special education […]
Margaret Elaine (Jacobs) Nutt, born September 6, 1948 passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 28, 2024 at the age of 77. Born in Layland, WV to parents Robert Jacobs and Kathleen (Patterson) Jacobs. Margaret graduated from Oakland University in Rochester Hills, MI with a bachelor’s degree in accounting while working at St. Joseph Mercy […]
With the winter weather beginning to make an appearance, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind residents of how to stay safe driving in the snow, ice and freezing temperatures. Slow down and leave space – reduce your speed and increase the distance between your vehicle and others. Slick roads mean it takes […]
No decision made yet on building’s future, PHASES will continue in district By Joseph Goral Staff Writer jgoral@mihomepaper.com LAKE ORION — The Lake Orion Community Schools Board of Education supported the administration’s recommendation to close the Oakland County special needs program at Pine Tree Center during its meeting on Jan. 8. The district will cease […]
Parents: Karen and Patrick Slattery GPA: 3.808 Favorite subject(s): Math, science and engineering Extracurricular activities: Robotics, track and cross country Hobbies/Interests: Running and working out in my free time. Plans after graduation: Go to college, get a mechanical engineering degree and receive an MBA. Brady is proudest of: My accomplishments through STEM and what I […]
The Orion Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting to welcome Iron 24 Fitness + Recovery to the community during a ceremony on Jan. 9. (From left) Personal trainer Nicole Soderstrom and owners Tom and Beth Euriga cut the ribbon. The 24-hour gym offers fitness, cardio and strength equipment, post-workout recovery, an infrared sauna […]
With the winter weather beginning to make an appearance, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind residents of how to stay safe driving in the snow, ice and freezing temperatures. Slow down and leave space – reduce your speed and increase the distance between your vehicle and others. Slick roads mean it takes […]
By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer wpricel@mihomepaper.com TROY — The Lake Orion Competitive Cheer teams competed in the OAA Red Meet at Troy Athens, Jan. 8. The Dragons finished in fourth place in the varsity competition with a total of 740.34. points with 230.5 points in the first round; 214.34, second round; and 303.5, third […]
By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer wprice@mihomepaper.com INDEPENDENCE TWP. — The Lake Orion High School ski teams raced into the new year with their first competitions in the Pine Knob High School League this week at Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort. The Lake Orion boys varsity team finished in second place in the Giant […]