When World War II veteran Joe Zikewich began his quest to create a memorial honoring American servicemen and women lost at sea, it was with reverence to his former shipmates on the U.S.S. Lexington. Zikewich was aboard the Lexington in 1943, when the aircraft carrier was hit by a Japanese suicide plane, killing 47 of […]
As a direct descendant of the Mayflower, Lake Orion resident Linda (Doten) Romanowski feels a special kinship with the brave souls who left England for the New World to escape religious persecution in 1620. Romanowski’s ancestor, Edward Doten, was one of the original signers of the Mayflower Compact, and as such represents the spirit and […]
Lake Orion DDA Director Lois Golden says the community owes a debt of gratitude to a pair of outstanding citizens and historians. Golden credits James Ingram and Sara Van Portfliet with having been instrumental in obtaining National Register Designation for the community last August. ‘The Orion Historical Society and many other people were very involved […]
The recent wine-tasting party at the home of Steve and Cindy Danton lifted the spirits of their nearly 70 guests — while raising more than $2,000 for the Lake Orion Art Center. Art Center Director Reggie Harrison said the event was such a success, that a similar fundraiser is planned for Jan. 5, 2007, at […]
When Randy Groya began his search for a position as a school administrator, he wanted to find a district that matched the standards he had set forth for himself as an educator. Now, just two weeks into his new job as assistant principal at Waldon Middle School, Groya is certain he’s found the right place. […]
When Wendy Patton bought the Ehman Center from Lake Orion schools in 2001, it was with the intention of restoring the structure and renting it out for office space. With a background in real estate, she felt the $100,000 purchase price was reasonable and the building a perfect candidate for historic restoration. Today, after being […]
Nearly 200 people gathered at the Veterans Memorial in Lake Orion Saturday to pay tribute to all those who’ve served in the U.S. Military. Of special significance on this Veterans Day, was a tree planting in memory of Marine Sgt. Raymond Plouhar who died while serving in Iraq this summer. On hand for the ceremony […]
Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to gather around the dinner table, share warm conversation and acknowledge their blessings. But not everyone is able to celebrate the holiday in the traditional fashion, which is where CJ’s Village Cafe owner, Carl Slomczenski and members of the Flaming Pistons Car Club come in. To make […]
It doesn’t take a split personality to get a part in the school play at Stadium Drive Elementary — but it might help. Especially when the lead role in the play is none other than the duplicitous character known as Dr. Jeckyl. Following the creative lead of drama teacher Karey Hart, fifth-grade students acted, danced […]
Advocates for a tri-township senior center are disappointed but steadfast following last Tuesday’s defeat at the polls. Proposals for a millage and bond to construct and run a center for older residents went down by more than a 2-1 margin on Nov. 7. Supporters are nevertheless convinced that the need exists and will increase in […]