With a flip and a fold, Springfield Plains Elementary students created a swan out of a small piece of paper. It was part of their Culture Matters Festival Day last Thursday as they also learned about history, animals, health, sports, plants, making a commercial and so much more, but also were able to experience it. […]
Atlas Twp. – Those near Atlas Township dirt roads may not be subjected to ‘dust bowl? conditions this year. The first application of dust-deterrent is paid by the Genesee County Road Commission, and is usually applied in July. Township board members approved paying $7,043 for the second treatment, consisting of mineral well brine, which should […]
Biggby Coffee and more than 200 guests throughout the day celebrated the opening of its 5623 Dixie Highway location, Oct. 14. Owners Kim Huttenlocher of Clarkston and her sister Kari Mascar offer six different blends of coffee brewed throughout the day, espresso-based drinks, teas, cold drinks, and several breakfast and dessert items. The shop offers […]
Ride of Terror, after dark until midnight, Thursday-Sunday through October. Every day during Halloween week. Stretch 6-passenger golf carts. $10. 248-625-3731. *** Independence Goes Green presentations, ‘Better Know Your Watershed,? 7 p.m., Oct. 22, basement of the Clarkston Union, topics include watersheds, stormwater, permitted municipality, Storm Water Utility; ‘Open space proposal,? 7 p.m., Oct. 23, […]
It has certainly been a week of disturbing news and events with the Boston Marathon bombing, the fertilizer plant explosion in Texas, a devastating earthquake in China, and more all in the headlines, as well as in our hearts and prayers. In such times I reflect on how we, as people of faith, are called […]
Goodrich – Street-classification changes may mean federal and state dollars for two village roads. Village officials received word May 5 that a request to reclassify Pontiac and Erie streets has been approved. Merely the initial step in the process, the classification upgrade could eventually translate to federal or state funding for improvements like milling and […]
Fire roof repair again up for bid Atlas Twp. – A cheaper fire hall roof solution has been deemed out of reach. Fixing the fire hall roof will again be put up for bid, as engineers have determined the building may not support the previously bid coat-and-seal solution. ‘The engineering firm wants us to seek […]
What does Medicare Part D mean? What is the best Medigap insurance for me or my family? These are a couple of the questions that are being asked by residents across Michigan and in Independence Township and Clarkston at this time of year. Karen Koenigbauer is the person who can provide information to make informed […]
Atlas Twp. – Goodrich athletic team prowess is delaying road signs announcing the school’s accomplishments. Sort of. Although the signs are designed and ready to hail Atlas Township the home of champion robotics and athletic feats, school officials aren’t quite ready, says Atlas Township Trustee Scott Statson. ‘The school requested waiting on the signs because […]
Country singer and author Tommy Womack performs live, 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26, at Carrick House Concerts in Independence Township. Womack will perform tunes from his CD “There, I Said It!” as well as excerpts from his books. Bill Bynum will open. Tickets are $10. Email carrickhome1@netscape.net or check www.myspace.com/carrickshows.