In 1988, Clarkston High School graduating senior Scott Poche was accused of drawing in a textbook, and told to pay for it. He denied it, and the matter was dropped due to lack of evidence. But he did draw in the textbook, something he never let himself forget. Now 40 years old, he sent a […]
Local bar owners don’t want patrons to drive to their establishments ? they want them to take the bus. ‘Come to our place, have a good time ? we’ll be accountable,? said Keith Patten, owner of 24-7 Limousine and partner of Fountains Golf and Banquet Center. ‘If you’re drinking, we don’t want you in a […]
It would be a shame if freedom becomes another casualty in Jared Loughner’s massacre at Rep. Gabrielle Gifford’s Congress on Your Corner event in Arizona. Left-wingers want to tie right-wing politicians and talkers to the tragedy, blaming their programs and speeches for creating a climate of hate. If they get their way, no more war- […]
Clarkston returns to the days when business meant cocktails, ladies in flowery dresses, fedoras and three-piece suits for the men. Hosted by the Clarkston Retailers Group, downtown Main Street will be transformed into a Retro Cocktail Party, Saturday, Jan. 22, from 6-9 p.m. ‘Our Retro Cocktail Party and wine tasting is going to be a […]
Springfield Township firefighters can breathe easier, thanks to a federal grant. The township bought 20 new air-tank systems, each with mask and extra tank, with a $114,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The township’s share was 5 percent, $5,700. “I think they’re great,” said Sgt. 2 Matt Strickland, Spingfield Township Fire Department. “It’s […]
With a name like ‘Independence,? township residents have always taken patriotism seriously. Clarkston Heritage Museum’s latest exhibit shows how much. ‘People expressed love of country in everyday objects,? said Kelly Kolhagen, Clarkston Community Historical Society. ‘The spirit of patriotism permeated nearly every facet of early American life, from festive Fourth of July parades to children’s […]
Arms filled with toys, Clarkston Medical Group staff took a break, Dec. 23, to help local folks in need. They presented toys and $800 donations to Lighthouse Emergency Services on Sashabaw Road and Independence Township Senior Center’s Bucks for Buses program. ‘This is a very pleasant surprise,? said Barbara Rollin, coordinator of Independence Township Senior […]
This has been a crazy year. The year 2010 was the year the status quo no longer held. Chickens came home to roost. People tasted their own medicine. Elvis left the building. Early this year, school administration announced it had to make $13 million in cuts. This, after 2009 with all its spending, raises for […]
After 30 years in the electronics industry, Ira Elias was ready for a change. “I wanted a business that was fun and something you could do with your family,” said Elias, Lake Orion resident since 2004. “Coffee and donuts seemed a no-brainer.” He opened Daylight Donuts, 5899 Dixie Highway, with his wife, Jeong-Seon. They make […]
Jean Blazak of Independence Township got a Christmas wish, her son Nicholas Blazak, home on a 10-day leave. “I haven’t seen him in a year ? it’s nice to have him home for Christmas,” Jean said. “I’m going to try to smash everything into 10 days ? see all my friends, sleep in my own […]