Change the culture of speaking up to save lives

The horrific killing, maiming and/or psychological trauma that the children and staff of Oxford High School, their families, first responders, medical staff and others endured firsthand is a wound to the soul that at the very least will leave a permanent scar. Thankfully so much good has poured from our community that we are getting […]

Sparks-Griffin funeral home went above and beyond

On May 29th, Emma French, my 94-year-old mother passed away. Nine years prior to her death, she had made cremation arrangements with Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home in Lake Orion. While my family was not familiar with Sparks-Griffin, it was very close to the nursing home where she lived. Shortly after her passing, Greg Griffin called to […]

Lake Orion boys varsity basketball splits last two contests

Lake Orion boys varsity basketball splits last two contests

The Lake Orion boys’ varsity basketball team is now 2-3 after they lost a game at home on Friday but came back strong the next day to win an away game. The Dragons lost to Athens High School 44-36 on Friday, and then defeated Bridgeport High School 41-34 on Saturday. Senior captain Alden Ritt was […]

COVID Update — Dec. 22, 2021

In the last 30 days there were 182 recent cases in the 48359 ZIP code, 200 new cases in the 48360 ZIP code and 270 new cases in the 48362 area. Total numbers by ZIP code: 48359: 1,384 total cases, 18 deaths. (Population of 9,634) 48360: 1,725 total cases, 21 deaths. (Population of 12,055) 48362: […]

Lady Dragons top OAA White, 5-2 overall

Lady Dragons top OAA White, 5-2 overall

By Megan Kelley Review Writer The Lake Orion High School varsity girls basketball season is off to an impressive start after winning five of their first seven games and positioning themselves at the top of the OAA White division with a 2-1 record. In recent weeks, the ladies have defeated two teams in the OAA […]

LOX of Love: LOHS students to support their Oxford H.S. peers

UPDATE: THE LOX OF LOVE EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Check back with the Lake Orion Review for updates on when the event will be rescheduled. By Jim Newell Review Editor In the wake of the Oxford High School shooting on Nov. 30, many in the community are finding ways to help those affected by the […]

GMB Architects present LOCS bond plans for new Blanche Sims Elementary

GMB Architects present LOCS bond plans for new Blanche Sims Elementary

By Megan Kelley Review Writer As the end of 2021 approaches, Lake Orion Community Schools hit a milestone in the district’s bond projects in hearing the site plan presentations for the new Blanche Sims Elementary school. The Blanche Sims design project is the last in the group of developments that took place during 2021 and […]

LOCS provides in-person updates on Dec. 10

By Megan Kelley Review Writer After a difficult week for many following the tragedy at Oxford High School that left four dead, Lake Orion Community Schools has all in-person students back in classrooms this week. Over the past week, LOCS administration have reviewed their own safety and security procedures at each school in the district, […]

Charges filed in shooting at Beaumont Medical Center

Fugitive Apprehension Team is pursuing suspect By Jim Newell Review Editor ORION TWP. – Detectives from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Apprehension Team (F.A.T.) are activity pursuing a suspect who allegedly shot a 20-year-old Oxford Township man in the leg in what appears to be an armed robbery over marijuana, police said. The Oakland […]