The cross-burning case still smolders for local law enforcement, intent on catching those responsible for the racial-intimidation incident this past summer. ‘It’s a crime that shocks the senses ? not something that happens in Independence Township,? said Det. Sgt. Matt Baldes, Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. ‘We need accountability, someone to step up and say I […]
A self-styled stuntman’s pyrotechnic display went awry, Jan. 30, resulting in burns to more than 18 percent of his body. Witnesses told police the 62-year-old resident hosts an annual sledding party at his home on Townview Drive north of Deer Lake, and is known for doing “crazy” things there. This year plan included construction of […]
A digital animation student interested in 3D modeling, Ryan Zukoff’s Eagle Scout carpentry project may not be directly applicable to his future. But it provided lots of leadership and life lessons, said the Life Scout, Troop 192 of Davisburg. “I learned that when you are leading a project, you need to know and communicate every […]
Jim and Audrey Tanner don’t have far to go for this year’s Open Your Heart fundraiser for Lighthouse of Oakland County. The Springfield Township family is hosting it. “We’ve been attending them for years,” Audrey said. “I was speaking to the Nallamathus, Shivajee and Terri (last year’s hosts), and I said I like to plan […]
When Dorothy Gale’s tornado-driven house comes to a landing in the land of Oz, Zoe Nygaard will be there. The Independence Elementary third-grader plays a Munchkin in ‘Wizard of Oz,? Fisher Theatre, Detroit, through Feb. 14. ‘I love acting. It’s really fun, a great experience,? said Zoe, 9, who lives in Independence Township with her […]
Before Clarkston City Council voted unanimously to go into closed session, Sept. 14, to discuss a lawsuit alleging an improper closed session, resident Steve Wylie had a question. “Is this eligible for a closed meeting,” asked Wylie, also a former city council member. “There needs to be a demonstration it would have a detrimental financial […]
Two Springfield Township residents were killed in a case of murder and suicide, authorities say. Mike Wyatt, 66, and Carolyn Wyatt, 64, were found dead in the 11000 block of Shaffer Road, 9:21 p.m., Sept. 13. Deputies were dispatched for a welfare check on Carolyn, who lived there with Mike, her husband. An anonymous caller […]
Springfield Township joined three area councils at a cost of $2,240.26. Voting unanimously, Jan. 14, the board approved $225 for membership in the Clinton River Watershed Council. It previously turned down the council’s Stormwater Education program, $500, because the township was not receiving sufficient benefit. “I think it’s a great program, but I understand if […]
Serving overseas in Iraq, Dr. Matt McNeill enjoyed Christmas wishes and gifts from students at Everest Academy in Independence Township. He thanked the first graders in person, home on leave to visit his newly born daughter. ‘It’s incredible, seeing the changes, how they’re growing up,? said McNeill, a captain with First Armored Division out of […]
As the ‘editor? in ‘letters to the editor,? it is my responsibility to verify identity of writers, as well as, you know, edit their letters. We have a stable of regulars, who’s email or postal address labels and generally consistent viewpoints make verification easier. If I were to receive a letter from a ‘Mike Clark? […]