Thanks Orion!

Summer is officially over and this year’s Dragon on the Lake is a wonderful memory. As we settle back into the rhythm of familiar routines, I’d like to pause and share my gratitude. We’ve received so much positive feedback about this year’s event. As the Director of the Art Center, I’m the face of our […]

Spiritual Matters

Currently, I am preaching on stories from the book of Genesis. These stories were told around campfires and in worship for generations before they were written. They became part of the deep truth and life experience of those who first heard them. They answered fundamental questions that people had about life. Noah and the Flood […]

Wint’s Word on Advance Funeral Planning

Q. My mother is getting on in years and is currently in a nursing home, paying privately. We believe she will have to go on Medicaid soon as her money will not last much longer. What ways can she spend some of her money prior to going on Medicaid that is acceptable to them? Marie […]

Keeping people warm

Members of the Torch Club at the Boys & Girls Club in Lake Orion recently collected blankets that were donated to the Common Ground Sanctuary in Royal Oak. Pictured (from left to right) are club members Annie Chartrand, Brenda LaVigne and Haley Brown. For information about the club or program call 248-814-8002.

Planting peaceful pinwheels

The students of Orion Oaks Elementary joined a nationwide push for peace by planting pinwheels and their thoughts about war, violence, tolerance and more. The lawn was littered with twirling pinwheels on Sept. 21 as students went out to thier designated spots and planted their pinwheels. The movement started in Florida, but has since spread […]

Clarkston students achieve academic honors

Michael Auchter of Clarkston received the Eta Kappa Nu Outstanding Sophomore Computer Engineering Student Award at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. The award was presented at the college’s recent honors and awards ceremony. Auchter, who recently completed his sophomore year, is the son of Mark and Elaine Auchter of Clarkston. He is a 2006 graduate of […]

Letter to the Editor

I have enjoyed your publication since moving to Orion almost 25 years ago. I have, and will continue, to rely on it to keep me up-to-date on local news and events. I was disappointed, however, when there was no coverage of the Lake Orion New Years Resolution Run & Walk. This fun race held on […]

Snowflake Ball benefits art center

Put those winter blues aside and treat yourself to a fantastic evening at the 16th annual Snowflake Ball on Feb. 5. It takes place at Indianwood Country Club in Lake Orion. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception, followed by a gourmet meal, a dessert extravaganza, live entertainment for dancing by ‘The […]

Bannasch-Schmeck

James and Lisa Bannasch of Clarkston are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Derek James, to Jessica Esther Schmeck, daughter of Anthony and Mary Ellen Schmeck, Jr., of Plano, Texas. Derek is a 1998 graduate of Clarkston High School, 2002 graduate of Central Michigan University, and a 2006 graduate of University of Michigan, […]

Looking Back

Ten Years Ago Jan. 18, 1995 ~~After March 27, no garbage hauler in the state will be allowed to bring yard waste to a landfill or incinerator. ~~Eight area residents have expressed an interest in replacing Rod Curtis on the school board. Interviewed were Leeann Bartley, Jeff Butler, Jim Allen, Michael Bakos, Donna Davis Daisley, […]