They run to build self-respect. They run to practice healthy living. But mostly, they run for the pure enjoyment of it. ‘It’s really fun,? said Alyssa Schefke, a third-grader at Oxford Elementary School. ‘You’re learning about things and when you run, it’s like a reward.? Schefke, along with 28 other girls from Oxford and Clear […]
A recent study conducted by the National Institute of Terrific Writers Investigating Truth has revealed a serious threat to public health. It is a danger that must be publicized, scrutinized, sanitized and Simonized before more people get hurt. We all know how tedious government documents can be, and only a minority of the population has […]
During the day, they’re bus drivers for the Clarkston Community School district. By night, they’re star athletes for Independence Township Parks and Recreation’s inaugural adult kickball season. It was school bus driver Renee Stiff who saw a flyer about the sport, and began to turn colleagues into teammates. “We all wanted a little exercise and […]
A paper-chain comprised of recorded acts of kindness by Oxford Middle School students was untangled and straightened out in the main hallway of OMS on June 16. And just like the Energizer bunny, it kept going, and going and going. The chain was the culmination of the middle school’s Chain Link Club’s efforts to try […]
A coaching era in Oxford wrestling came to an end as the Oxford High School Athletic Department recommended to the Board of Education that Brad Keeney take over as varsity wrestling coach, effective immediately. ‘It’s a tremendous honor to be named Head Coach of a program like Oxford,? Keeney said. Keeney will take over for […]
It’s all about community for Dr. James O’Neill. He learned that growing up with the American Indians in Williston, North Dakota, 13 miles from where Sitting Bull surrendered. “One thing I will never forget is where I came from. I think people who forget where they came from have no roots. And that’s unfortunate. That […]
notice of intent to issue bonds township of independence, Michigan NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Independence, Michigan, intends to issue limited tax general obligation bonds in one or more series in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $18,000,000 for the purpose of defraying all or part of the cost […]
As has been the tradition for many years, Oxford High School’s newest graduates partied the night away one last time together following the commencement ceremony June 13. Good luck to the Class of 2010! ? CJC
From Founding Fathers and legendary sports figures to astronauts and rock stars, they all visited Oxford Elementary last week as the school hosted a living wax museum. Dressed as famous people from American history and popular culture, the students stood like motionless wax statues until a visitor came up to them and pressed a button. […]
It was unclear in the first half who would be the victor, but the football Wolves pulled out a 37-27 victory over Troy on Friday, Sept. 26. It brings Clarkston to 5-0 on the season, but coach Kurt Richardson is still not comfortable with the quality of play. “Troy just took it to us,” Richardson […]