‘School’s out for summer, school’s out forever…? Seniors all over the country are looking forward to the end of bells, bus rides, marginal cafeteria food, getting up early, and freedom. After graduation, they’ll start the next chapter of their lives. For the Clarkston High School Class of 2013, myself included, graduation is only a few […]
Runners and walkers hit the roads of Clarkston for Angel’s Place Race, 9 a.m., Saturday, May 18. “We had 330 walkers and runners last year, and we hope for 350 this year,” said organizer Paul Maxwell of Clarkston. Raising $23,000 at last year’s fund-raiser race, this year’s goal is $24,000, Maxwell said. “We appreciate all […]
The Lake Orion varsity baseball team lost to Farmington on May 10, 10-8, but came back to redeem themselves with victories over Orchard Lake St. Mary’s on May 13, and Novi on May 14. Against St. Mary’s, the Dragons won, 6-2, with Neil Medchill and Josh Hughes both hitting homeruns. Nick Dunstand had three hits, […]
Dear Editor: To the person who vandalized the political signs in my yard: Your act of vandalism motivated me to send an additional substantial contribution to their campaign. I have also notified law enforcement authorities. Please acquaint yourself with the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. Carol L. Rembor, Atlas Township
Dear Editor: (In response to John Frazier’s letter, ‘Hunting a right’but not right,? The Citizen, Oct. 25, page 6): In the 42 years that I have had the privilege to attend deer camp, some issues come to mind. Yes, there have been times I had to track a wounded deer farther than I would care […]
Clarkston High School’s Detroit Voice vocal group and special guest ENCORE from Sashabaw Middle School perform on Friday, May 3, 7 p.m., at the Clarkston Junior High School. Detroit Voice is a vocal a cappella group of 11 talented Clarkston High School students. It was created as a celebration of Detroit-inspired music throughout the decades. […]
The Lake Orion High School freshman softball team has an 11-1 record, after their first losing game of the season against Clarkston last week, 7-4. The team finished second in a tournament in Hartland on May 7, playing Howell for the championship and losing 4-2. Earlier in the season, the team wong games over Rochester […]
The Lake Orion girls varsity soccer team had two losses against Rochester Adams (2-1) on May 10, and Troy Athens (1-0) on May 12. The team’s record is 11-6-1. Rachel Bemman was the team’s only goal soccer, with one against Adams. Coach Ken Snage said captain Shelley Marick continues to be one of the team’s […]
Dear Editor: On behalf of the Friends of the Goodrich Library, thanks to everyone who participated in our very successful book sale on Oct. 25. To all those who donated books, including the National Honor Society girls who helped with the set up, the Boy Scouts and their leaders who assisted with the tear down. […]
What does it take to be a superhero in Clarkston? Independence Elementary third graders found out last week as they learned six different leadership skills from local superheroes – (Clarkston High School students in LEAD, International Baccalaureate and Teacher Cadets). They learned communication, trust, diversity, spirit, attitude and teamwork. “We wanted to do something third […]