LOCS Assistant Supt. of Business and Finance John Fitzgerald discusses bond and sinking fund projects, upcoming funding plans By Megan Kelley Staff Writer ORION TWP. — It’s been several years of progress for Lake Orion Community Schools after two ballot measures, a sinking fund millage in 2016 and a bond in 2018, were passed by […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor LAKE ORION — The holiday season may be the “Happiest Time of the Year” but the Orion Lighted Parade is certainly the most rockin’ holiday event, bringing thousands of spectators to Lake Orion to see Michigan’s largest lighted parade. The Orion Area Parade Group’s “Christmas at the Movies” parade begins […]
Proposal would include parking meters on village streets By Megan Kelley Staff Writer LAKE ORION — The Lake Orion Village Council is once again discussing the addition of paid parking on the streets of downtown. During its meeting on Nov. 27, the council received a presentation from Municipal Parking Service (MPS) on metered parking. The […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor ORION TWP. — The Orion Area Chamber of Commerce announced the 2023 Impact Awards recipients, recognizing those individuals or organizations who have gone above and beyond to improve the quality of life in Orion Township and make an impact on the well-being of the community. The chamber will honor the […]
By Megan Kelley Staff Writer LAKE ORION — During its meeting on Monday, the Lake Orion Village Council heard from Interim Police Chief Todd Stanfield regarding the current state of staffing for the Lake Orion Police Department, including losing two full-time officers. Now, the LOPD and village administration are exploring options to keep the village […]
Remember the movie “The Music Man” and the song “Ya Got Trouble in River City”, well it reminded me of our village! Lake Orion Police Chief Harold Rossman retired May 1, 2023. As I write this on Nov. 22, 2023, I’m not aware that a replacement has been hired. That’s over 200 days from Rossman’s […]
As a resident of Orion Township, I would very much like to know why, when the township has nine million dollars to purchase the Great Lakes Athletic Club – plus the money for necessary repairs – our water bills have gone up dramatically since they went to monthly billing, and we are faced with what […]
You haven’t lived until you’ve heard Ryan Dohrn, a well-known, Emmy-winning sales professional and speaker, share 60 sales tips in 60 minutes. It’s a tour de force in sales training that will leave you both impressed and a tad overwhelmed. Our team had the privilege of being witness to it last month. Dohrn was one […]
Parents: Tracy and Doug Barto GPA: 3.8 Favorite subject(s): Math and writing Extracurricular activities: Going to the gym, and reading dystopian books Hobbies/Interests: Baking cakes and weightlifting Plans after graduation: I plan to graduate high school with my cosmetology license so I can start assisting and become a hairstylist while attending OCC or OU to […]
David M. Kalish, 71, a former resident of Lake Orion, passed away on October 29, 2023, with his daughter by his side. Born on August 15, 1952, in Lake Orion, David was raised by his parents, Adam Martin and Betty Joanne (Joachim) Kalish, alongside his sister Suzanne. From a young age, David displayed an insatiable […]