Lake Orion middle schoolers wage a ‘Battle of the Books’

On March 9, 45 students from Oakview, Scripps and Waldon middle schools met virtually for the Lake Orion Community Middle Schools and Orion Township Public Library’s 2021 Battle of the Books. Melissa Kempski, Media Specialist at Oakview Middle School; Rebecca Lowe, Media Specialist at Scripps Middle School; Katherine Montei, Media Specialist at Waldon Middle School; […]

Orion Twp. Library opens for browsing

The Orion Township Public Library announced last week they would be expanding library services starting on March 15. This shift will allow patrons to view the shelves of books and other materials when they visit. Staff will also be available to assist. Computers and other equipment will also be available. Appointments will be available for […]

DDA approves shared use agreement with Caruso Chiropractic

During their March 9 meeting, Lake Orion’s Downtown Development Authority Board of Director voted to approve a shared-use parking agreement with Caruso Chiropractic. The lease will remain in effect for 12 months, during which time the DDA will pay an annual fee of $1,200. The DDA will also be responsible for the general liability insurance. […]

COVID-19 Update — March 17, 2021

According to Oakland County government, in the last 30 days there were 39 recent cases in the 48359 ZIP code, 55 new cases in the 48360 ZIP code and 77 new cases in the 48362 area. Total numbers by ZIP code: 48359: 540 total cases, eight deaths. (Population of 9,634) 48360: 631 total cases, six […]

Public Safety — March 17. 2021

The OCSO Orion Twp. Substation responded to 389 calls from March 8-14, 2021 • Felony Arrests: 1 • Misdemeanor Arrests: 4 • Traffic Accidents: 9 Deputies arrest drunk driver Deputies were on patrol in the area of Lapeer and Greenshield roads when they saw a vehicle traveling northbound on Lapeer Road at a high rate […]

LOHS Senior of the Week — Madison Carico

Parents: Melissa Cario and John Carico Grade: 12 GPA: 4.250 Favorite subject(s): English and History Extracurricular activities: Forensics, Knitting Club, lacrosse and S.O.S. Hobbies/Interests: Reading, writing, poetry, knitting and making jewlery Plans after graduation: Go to Northern Michigan University and study English. Madison makes a contribution by: I always pick up trash when I see it. […]

Thank you Lake Orion students

Thank you Sania and Mia for your cards. I live at Heritage Place and I received cards from two Lake Orion students that were very uplifting and gave me hope for the future. Both ladies will be going a long way in life. J.P. King Lake Orion  

Ban trapping and wolf hunts

Steel traps need to be banned. There is no need to kill wolves, they are beautiful animals and smart, which is more than I can say for those people who hunt and trap wolves. Man is the reason so many animals and birds are gone, because they were killed by hunters. Man is a bigger […]