It was the perfect day last Friday as North Sashabaw Elementary students headed outside for field day. They continued the theme from last year’s popular Best of Gym Class field day. They chased each other in Sharks and Minnows, challenged themselves to be the lone survivor, ran to get past the Great Wall of China […]
Independence Township May 26: Malicious destruction of property reported on White Lake Road. May 27: Burglary at Caribou Coffee on Sashabaw, damage reported. 47-year-old Waterford man arrested for operating while intoxicated, second offense with .20 blood alcohol level. Minor in possession of alcohol tickets issued to an 18-year-old Davisburg man and 17-year-old Clarkston youth. May […]
Dear Editor, Last week at the Independence Township Board meeting, Supervisor David Wagner and the board reported due diligence in regards to the purchase of a building for a new township hall is nearing completion. In addition, they recognized a large number of us in the community protested the manner by which negotiations were handled. […]
15 years ago ? 1993 ‘Look-alikes? Danielle Weddle, 7, and her dog Taboo of Independence Township won the judges? award for Pet Look-Alike on ‘Kelly and Company,? a Detroit television morning talk show. Weddle and Taboo both had brown hair, brown eyes, and the same birthday. ‘Future scientists? Katie Woloson, Stephanie Pierce, Nicole Kulon, Taylor […]
Congratulations and good luck to Clarkston Mayor Steve Arkwright, Springfield Township Supervisor Mike Trout, and other newly elected local officials, joining the struggle to lead local government in a time of falling revenues and increasing costs. May the blessings of President-elect Barack Obama be upon you. Actually, maybe not. As a whole, Clarkston and the […]
The Clarkston Junior Equestrian team finished as District 2, Division C champions. They were competitive at their meet in Armada as they rode against Oxford, Brandon and Rochester, May 19-20. They took first place in many events as well as placed high. First places were eighth grader Callie Keller in the huntseat bareback on day […]
Dear Editor, Walking is good for your health, it’s good for the environment and it saves on gas money. We love to walk to town and support the local merchants, and always encounter many other folks walking, riding bikes, jogging, etc. However, in past years when it snows, many walking paths, and sidewalks of businesses […]
Dear Editor, Opposing the recent Green Space Proposal is the first occasion I’ve had to participate in the political process from a level lower than I had anticipated. Many claims made in a recent article by Ms. Heazlit continue that trend to a level lower (‘Water issues continue no matter millage vote result,? Nov. 5). […]
Dear Editor, Even though the open space and water conservation ballot measure was not approved, citizens should know that NOHLC is still firmly committed to preservation in Independence Township. We have not waivered on this commitment for 37 years and we won.t give up. Nearly 8000 voters were ready to invest in a greener community- […]
There’s always plenty happening at the Independence Township Senior Center: ? Come and experience the bounty of culture September 7-8 at the Stratford Festival. The trip includes two matinee shows ? Shakespeare’s comedy ‘As You Like It? and the classic Broadway hit ‘Hello Dolly? ? as well as accommodations at the Festival Inn and elegant […]