North Ridge, a new subdivision off Waldon between Sashabaw and Pine Knob roads, has been cleared of trees, and some are questioning what can be done to protect remaining trees in the community. Independence Township resident Keith Kolich said he was shocked when he drove down Waldon and saw the construction. ‘I was saddened to […]
Annette Thomas of Clarkston is collecting new or gently used, clean blankets for donation to My Brother’s Keeper homeless shelter in Flint. ‘The focus is always on Detroit or Pontiac. Flint seems to have become the forgotten city,? Thomas said. ‘People give during the holidays, but nights are getting bitterly cold now.? Donate blankets, as […]
Randolph’s Salon of Clarkston, owned by Scott and Mary Randolph, recently was named to the Salon Today 200 by Salon Today magazine, a top business publication for salon and spa owners. Randolph’s, honored in Advanced Education and Marketing category, is one of 200 recognized in the magaznie’s January/February issue.
This is a perplexing question many investors are asking themselves in the wake of recent tax law changes. Should an individual take a distribution from an existing IRA and roll it over (i.e., convert it) to a Roth IRA? A good question, but not so fast. The answer is much more complicated! Beginning this year […]
Springfield Elementary students enjoyed a beautiful fall day outside on Oct. 9 as they took over the track behind the school. Each grade level participated in the school’s annual Fun Run and collected rubberbands after each lap to see how many laps they completed during the allotted time.
Candidates for Clarkston City Council Michael E. Cascone, Eric Haven, Jason Kneisc, David Marsh, Alfred Avery and Peggy Roth were asked what they thought were the critical functions of city government, as well as what they would change and preserve about the city. Michael E. Cascone said the most important service to residents on a […]
Mike Vigh of Clarkston was born in Windsor, Canada, and played soccer professionally in Canada, Hungary, and Malta. He now teaches indoor youth soccer at Waterford Hills Court, 6110 Dixie Highway in Independence Township. “It’s more than soccer. We build team work, camaderie, healthy lifestyle,” Vigh said. “Soccer’s good for any size, and works on […]
Three lengths ahead of its nearest competitor, the bug-eyed reindeer racer appeared to have the contest well in hand. Perhaps slowed down by the tire tracks across its neck and hindquarters, the Clarkston Auto Body-sponsored, roadkill-themed racer had trouble closing the deal, as other reindeer narrowed the distance. With a roll of the dice, the […]
Clarkston Wolfpack Club members and friends gathered, Oct. 25, for the sixth annual Grave Run through Lakeview and Ottawa Lake cemeteries for Halloween. Runners are finishing up their training for the Clarkston State Bank Backroads Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K races, coming up Nov. 8 at Independence Oaks County Park. Check Clarkstonbackroadshalf.com. Photo provided
Ortonville- Voters in the village will decide Tuesday the fate of a bond proposal for sewers. Officials are urging residents to make their voices heard, regardless of which way they vote. ‘This is one instance in which your opinion matters,? said Trustee Dan Eschmann during the village council’s Oct. 26 meeting. Council President Wayne Wills […]