Winter break can let skills on the links get rusty, but PGA pro Marc L. White can help. ?’You can learn a lot indoors,? said White, PGA supervisor of instruction at Oakhurst Golf and Country Club who set up shop for the winter at 7151 N. Main Street. The main studio includes full-swing, chipping, and […]
Springfield Township heads into the new year with a new three-year budget. “Revenue is down a little and state share revenue is higher than projected ? overall, revenue is up a little,” said Supervisor Collin Walls. “The board continues to be a good group, individuals working for the common good with the ability to work […]
Lt. Dirk Feneley, new commander of Independence Township Substation, is back in his hometown. ‘This is always what I’ve wanted to do, my whole career,? said Feneley, in his 33rd year with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. He grew up in Clarkston, graduating from Clarkston High School in 1974 and joining Independence Township Police Services […]
For LeahPar Productions, opening a filmmaking studio in downtown Clarkston makes perfect sense. ‘This is the perfect spot,? said Kelly Buechel, who owns the studio with her husband, Raphael Buechel, in the 64 S. Main Street shopping center. Clarkston offers a central location for filming in Michigan, close to Detroit, Lansing, and points north, Kelly […]
Local filmmaker Adam Engler contemplated moving to California to start his movie career, but reconsidered. Rod Birleson, a film producer for Michael Moore, told him movies are coming to Michigan ‘I didn’t think so at the time,? Engler said. ‘I wasn’t seeing it, but I’m starting to see it now.? Effective this past April, state […]
Cory Johnston, member of Clarkston City Council, was ‘very dismayed? by our endorsements a couple weeks ago (‘Endorsements limited choice,? Aug. 6). He gave his views as a regular reader and occasional contributor, but, as a newspaper editor, I still find his comments chilling. I’m chilled the timing of a newspaper’s own opinions in its […]
Rainy weather held off long enough for American Legion Post 63 Auxiliary to make $1,000 in donations, at their Sunday morning car wash for the troops. “We did good ? we had so much fun,” said Bonnie Parker, legion auxiliary. “We appreciate everybody’s donations.” Bill Wint offered use of his parking lot at Wint & […]
For Bridgewood Church’s Christmas Story Express, a live Nativity is just one part of the experience. “We have scenes all the way around the property (about 10 acres),” said Associate Pastor Darin Loruss, organizing the event. Bridgewood Church, 6765 Rattalee Lake Road off M-15, hosts the free event, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday-Sunday, Dec. 7-9. It’s a […]
Steve Hoffman of Clarkston needed to make his life healthier. His wife, Gail Hoffman, gave him a choice: ballroom dancing or a WeightLoss Challenge they read about in The Clarkston News. “I decided to take this class. I’m glad I did,” Steve said. “I like their teaching and coaching. I never felt I had to […]
Lt. Dirk Feneley, new commander of Independence Township Substation, is back in his hometown. ‘This is always what I’ve wanted to do, my whole career,? said Feneley, in his 33rd year with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. He grew up in Clarkston, graduating from Clarkston High School in 1974 and joining Independence Township Police Services […]