Randy Wise Ford, striving for perfection

When Grand Blanc businessman Randy Wise announced the purchase of the long time local Ford dealership located at 968 Ortonville Road last November he was optimistic the first few months would be strong. His optimism was right. ‘The traffic and location on M-15 was very attractive,? says Wise, who also owns dealerships in both Flint […]

Clairmount Cleaners for customers ‘with busy lifestyles?

Even though Clairmount Cleaners opened nearly a year ago, many people don’t realize all the services provided. ‘We do everything from getting the mud out of hunting suits to cleaning and pressing prom dresses,? said Erica Bowles, co-owner. ‘Many people think of a dry cleaner as just the spot a to take your suits and […]

Public Safety

Wrong kind of fun Clarkston Police checked on a car full of young teenagers after the 11 p.m. curfew, about 12:15 a.m., Aug. 13, at Miller and Main St. Officers cited a 17-year-old Brandon Township girl for possession of marijuana, and petitioned drug and curfew violation charges for a 14-year-old Clarkston boy and 14-year-old Waterford […]

Tranquility Spa pampering Ortonville residents for 15 years

Despite the winter weather, local residents don’t have to go far for a beautiful tan. About 2 months ago, Tranquility Spa relocated to its current location at 250 N. Ortonville Road (near Bueche’s Food World). ‘The reason we moved is to make it more convenient for our clients, and to build our business,? owner Beth […]

Hadley Hill Farm and Gardens, for beautiful gardenscapes

Garden designer Celia Ryker gets frequent calls for garden makeovers. ‘I had landscaping done two years ago,? said one caller, unhappy with the previous company. ‘I don’t know what it is I don’t like about it.? After looking over the landscape, it was obvious plantings lacked personality and warmth. They were virtually identical to those […]

Oxford Varsity Football Schedule

Aug. 28: Clio ? Away Sept. 5: Kearsley ? Home Sept. 12: Lapeer West ‘Home Sept. 19: Fenton ? Away Sept. 26: Brandon ? Home Oct. 3: Lapeer East ? Away Oct. 10: Swartz Creek ? Homecoming Oct. 17: Linden ? Away Oct. 24: Holly ? Home

Varsity booters off to slow start

By Richard Zowie Leader Staff Writer The Oxford High School varsity soccer team is looking for their first win of the season, having gotten off to an 0-3-2 start courtesy of both tougher competition and working to polish a team that features many new faces this season. Their first game of the season was a […]

HealthQuest Physical Therapy: Experience/Commitment

Local physicians and residents who have relied on quality physical therapy will recognize the name of HealthQuest. HealthQuest, directed by Phil Krause, a physical therapist in the Lake Orion area since the early 90s, opened in April of 2001. Krause and his staff let patients know they are the number one priority. “In today’s world, […]

School info for parents

Next week is the most wonderful time of the year ? for parents. Yes, it’s time for Oxford students to head back to school. To help parents out here’s some important information. School Hours Oxford High School ? 7:45 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. Oxford Middle School ? 7:25 a.m. to 2:16 p.m. Clear Lake, Leonard, […]

Kenwood Mortgage offers optimal financing, integrity

Since Kenwood Mortgage, LLC opened in Goodrich, local residents can secure competitive loans that improve’instead of sabotage’their finances. Without jeopardizing privacy. ‘It’s a small town here, and it’s very sensitive information. You’ve got to respect that,? said Kenneth Wood, owner and president of Kenwood Mortgage. ‘Everything is absolutely confidential. I don’t even tell my wife.? […]