For many students, school is the last place they’d like to be during summer. But it’s better when the school is Harvard University, as experienced by Clarkston High School junior Maggie Schroeder. Schroeder, 16, participated in Harvard’s Secondary School Program, June 22-Aug. 8, living in a dorm and taking college-level classes. ‘It was everything I […]
Clarkston schools is considering a $4 million bus purchase this year. Kevin Bickerstaff, Transportation Department head, presented a plan to Clarkston Board of Education, Nov. 10. He recommends the purchase of 53 buses, including 40 77-passenger buses, eight 30-passenger buses, and five 18-passenger buses each with three wheelchair stations, from Hoekstra Transportation for $4,121,264. Bids […]
Independence Oaks County Park up on Sashabaw Road has some seriously scenic trails and board walks. Next time I’m there, I hope to be able to slow down and take in the sights. No time for that last Sunday. I was there running as fast as I could with hundreds of others as part of […]
The Lahser Pre-Vocational Center on Dixie Highway has a new look inside, thanks to local designers. “It definitely makes a difference in there,” said Hollie Gyarmati, owner of 3AM Interior Design. “This makes it a nice space where folks can relax, a place to have fun.” Gyarmati was chosen as the south central regional winner […]
When John Nelson organized a special get-together of friends and family, he picked Lucky’s Steakhouse in Clio. It was most conveniently located. It’s name was appropriate, too, especially since those he invited saved his life at a softball game in Independence Township this past summer. “I was really lucky,” said Nelson, 66, of Haslett. He […]
Clarkston Board of Education will have a new face as a result of last week’s election. Kelli Horst was elected to the board, Nov. 4, with 7,315 votes, 24.71 percent of total votes cast. “I’m gratified by the overwhelming support I received from parents, teachers and community members,” Horst said. “I admire anyone who, essentially, […]
Clarkston voters returned Richard Bisio to city council in last week’s vote. “I’m gratified,” said Bisio, who served on council from 2010-2012 and received 233 votes in the Nov. 4 election, 24.73 percent of votes cast. Also returning to the council are incumbent council members Michael G. Sabol, with 258 votes, 27.39 percent; and Sharron […]
Clarkston is one vote away from moving May school elections to November. Clarkston Board of Education hammered out details of a resolution to be discussed for possible vote at its Aug. 24 meeting. It will initially call for even-year November elections of board members serving six-year terms. ‘All options are still on the table,? said […]
Clarkston students scored higher in all categories except one in the 2009 Michigan Merit Exam. “Science, math, social studies, reading, and writing scores went up,” said Staci Puzio, testing and research supervisor. “English Language Arts had a slight drop, but not by much.” Taken by Clarkston High School juniors this past spring, 71.4 percent scored […]
Five dogs sitting in a row, one in the middle, named Olivia, wears a scarf and a big, toothy grin. Connie and Carl Fleck love photos like that ? the pictures illustrate why they run Canine Companions Rescue Center out of their home in Independence Township. ‘They touch your heart,? said Connie, who has been […]