First in a series of articles about the proposed “open space” millage, set for a November vote. For opponents of November’s open-space millage proposal, it’s not the principle, it’s the money. ‘Our issue is pure and simple ? in difficult economical times, it is fundamentally wrong to ask our neighbors to pay for this additional […]
Local singer and song writer Beth Stalker has been keeping busy this summer performing all around the area. She has performed in Independence Township twice in one week, including both Hamlin Pub and Fountain’s ‘Shotmakers Lounge.? Since her debut on American Idol last year, Stalker says her ‘AI? credentials have definitely helped her get more […]
‘Life changing? was the word most students used when describing Challenge Days held at Oxford High School Jan 15-17. Whether it was dancing back to back with someone with a different style of shoe, sharing a most embarrassing moment or just being able to show themselves vulnerable in front of a group of peers, Challenge […]
The Oxford Virtual Academy (OVA) is expanding, not just in the number of students it serves, but in the actual physical space it occupies. OVA is in the process of moving some of its operations into 5 S. Washington St., which formerly housed the ArtCapsule. Oxford Community Schools currently leases space at 3. S. Washington […]
Residents may be relying on private plows this winter, as Clarskton City Council considers privatizing snow services. To save money, City Council members Chuck Inhabnit and Kristy Ottman have considered privatizing Department of Public Works for several months. ‘With these trying times, it would be irresponsible for us not to look at privatizing as a […]
Now that Addison Township is going to save money on its trash-hauling services, Supervisor Bruce Pearson is wondering if there’s a way to save the municipality money by having one company pick up eveyone’s garbage. ‘I have a real concern that we have a lot of residents who are getting ripped off for garbage pickup […]
The Village of Oxford, Councilwoman Maureen Helmuth and Manager Joe Young are denying the accusations made by former Deputy Clerk Marion Patricia Paad in her civil lawsuit against them. In their 10-page written answer to Paad’s complaint, most of the allegations were repeatedly called ‘untrue.? The three defendants are also asserting that ‘all or a […]
After a five-year pay freeze, Addison Township officials rewarded their employees a 2 percent pay increase. ‘Michigan is not out of the woods yet, but . . . our employees have stuck it out with us through the thick and thin . . . and remained loyal to us,? said Township Supervisor Bruce Pearson. ‘I […]
When people think of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, most picture the World Trade Center, but often times forgotten were the events at the Pentagon in Washington DC, which is why Dan Pantaleo authored his book ‘Four Days at the Pentagon.? ‘I remember talking with my son and his friend who were ready […]
After jumping out to a three-point lead in the first quarter, the Lady Wildcats stayed ahead to the bitter end, defeating Rochester 37-29. The second, third and fourth quarters were a defensive battle as both teams struggled to put points on the board. Oxford was led by senior Shelby Davis with 14 points, while sophomore […]