Navigating area roads twists and turns, drivers know Independence Township is filled with lakes and woods. With new Green Infrastructure maps, now they can see where, and how they’re connected. ‘It is so important for planning commissioners and elected officials to study ecology,” said Planning Commission Chairman Sam Moraco. As part of continuing education classes […]
Hey there swimmers and school pool users, it’s official, Oxford Community Schools has a new partner with AquaClub aquatic programming. To celebrate the new partnership the community is invited to a free Open House event on Saturday, April 12 at Oxford Natatorium from 11:30 a.m. ? 1:30 p.m., where the AquaClub staff will be showcasing […]
‘It was a strange winter without being at the arena for Wildcats Hockey,? said Oxford High School Athletic Director Mike Watson. In hopes of having a team next year, an informational meeting will be held on March 28 at 6 p.m. in the OHS cafeteria. ‘The first step is to determine if enough kids are […]
Whether it’s Boy Scout Troops, Parks & Recreation, church groups, or even the general public, if you’re going to use any Oxford Community Schools? facilities for meetings or programs, it’s going to cost you. ‘When budget discussions were taking place for the 2013-2014 school year, facilities usage was reviewed,? said Superintendent’s Administrative Assistant Patrice Bono. […]
Eighteen elementary students from Oxford and Clear Lake Elementary schools and Oxford Middle School ranging from third to sixth grade attended the Academic Games State Tournament in Grand Rapids held March 5-7, which challenges students in math, langauge arts and social studies. ‘Since it was such a terrible winter in Michigan this year we went […]
Because there is evidence that shows that students lose much of what they learn over the summer if they’re not in an active learning mode, particularly in lower performing schools, Governor Rick Snyder in his State-of-State Address suggested looking at year-round schools. ‘Again, I’m not suggesting this for every corner of Michigan, but I think […]
Genisys Credit Union is a few steps closer to being able to construct a new facility in Oxford Village. Last week, the village planning commission voted 4-0 to give final approval to Genisys? site plan with conditions such the landscaping must be irrigated and maintained, and the credit union must agree to contribute funds for […]
Oxford High School thespians will bring the award-winning Disney musical ‘Beauty and the Beast? to the stage March 19-22 at the school’s Fine Arts Center. In order to bring ‘a tale as old as time? to life, it took a lot of busy hands behind the scenes, according to Director Krista Price. ‘It takes a […]
Heroes come in all shapes, sizes and ages. Take Anna Clinton, for example. She saved her father, grandmother and two dogs from an electrical fire that could have easily gotten out of control and destroyed her grandmother’s mobile home on Channing Circle in Hidden Lake Estates off Rochester Rd. ‘She’s a lifesaver, literally,? said her […]
Governor Rick Snyder signed legislation Feb. 25 updating Michigan’s school safety drill requirements to ensure students are better prepared in times of emergency. ‘This legislation will help give parents peace of mind in knowing their children and school officials are trained and prepared for possible school emergencies,? Snyder said in a Press Release. House Bill […]