By Megan Kelley Staff Writer LAKE ORION — The Lake Orion Community Schools Board of Education held a work session meeting on Nov. 30 where the board, superintendent and cabinet reviewed the progress of the district’s new strategic plan. The board approved the new strategic plan in April, and has since had two of the […]
By Megan Kelley Staff Writer LAKE ORION — The Lake Orion Village Council received the village’s annual audit presentation last week during their meeting on Nov. 28. Joining the council to give the audit presentation was Greg Soule, a partner at Andrews, Hooper, Pavlik, PLC. Some highlights include a decrease in both the village’s net […]
I think the action by the Lake Orion Village Council on Nov. 28 regarding the allocation of new TIF funds generated by new developments is a sham! The joint committee formed to study the overall subject of the DDA, was made up of three DDA board members and three council members (who haven’t ever taken […]
The Nov. 28 Lake Orion Village Council meeting was confusing to say the least and highly questionable as to proper procedure. After discussion of seven of the 17 agenda items, including a presentation of the village audit and another on DDA finances that was not on the agenda or in the meeting information, they approved […]
By Wes Smith Group Publisher I had the pleasure last week of attending the Orion Area Chamber of Commerce 2022 Impact Awards held at the Paint Creek Country Club. It was my first time attending the annual awards presentation that recognizes Orion Area businesspeople, nonprofit organizations, citizens and businesses for outstanding achievements in both business […]
By Emily Casewell View Newspaper Brand Manager LAKE ORION — While she’s been on the job less than a month, Joyce Donaldson, the new President and CEO of the Orion Area Chamber of Commerce, has been busy developing new event ideas, focusing on strategic partnerships and connecting with community leaders. That’s because while she’s new […]
Barbara Ann Ealy of Lake Orion passed away surrounded by her family on Dec. 4, 2022. She was 79 years old. Barbara was born in Pontiac, Michigan to Raymond and Joyce Plouhar; she was the beloved wife of the late Lynn; loving mother of Brian Ealy and Brad Ealy; proud grandmother of Beth (Rafael) Moreno […]
The Lake Orion Police Dept. responded to 85 calls from Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, 2022 • Felony Arrests: 0 • Misdemeanor Arrests: 2 • Traffic Accidents: 2 Novi man taken to hospital after rollover crash A Novi man was driving too fast and rolled his vehicle at the Lake and Andrews streets intersection on […]
Parents: Ralph Scolari and Sandra Scolari Grade: 12 GPA: 3.774 Favorite subject(s): Art Extracurricular activities: Digital art and photography Hobbies/Interests: Travel, Art, skateboarding and biking. Plans after graduation: Attending the College for Creative Studies in Detroit and creating a small business. Alana is proudest of: I’m proud of my positive attitude towards life and accomplishments considering various health concerns and a significant visual […]
