The Orion Historical Society offers a chance to hear an overview of Orion’s history and to experience the unique surroundings at the William E. Scripps Estate. How has the landscape and the people in Orion Township changed from pre-settlement days, early farming, resort era and into the present? Attend this May 30 presentation event at […]
15 years ago May 25, 1994 ~ The Independence Township Board approved changes in the concept plan of the Stonehedge. ~ Half a gallon of ice cream cost $1.29 ~ The Lake Orion boys tennis team ends GOAL with a 35-0 record in four years, including four straight GOAL season and tournament titles. 25 years […]
Clarkston High School’s Senior Scholars have big plans this fall. The 25 graduates, selected based on grade point average, course load, and service, will be studying, working, and making a difference “from sea to shining sea,” said Superintendent Dr. Rod Rock at Clarkston State Bank’s annual Senior Scholar Breakfast, May 28. “Something I see in […]
Independence Elementary’s Learning Garden started small but grew into something great. “It’s a phenomenal garden club,” said Director Chelsea O’Brien, organizer of the IE Garden Club, along with Camila Duarte and Jessica Sorensen. “We have big plans for next year.” The project is a student-led garden providing outdoor learning opportunities for all students at the […]
Marjorie G. McClure Marjorie McClure of Lake Orion passed away, May 19, at age 92. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas McClure; dear mother of Judy (Robert) Crowner of Caseville and Thomas H. ( Sharon ) McClure of Oxford; grandmother of six and great-grandmother of 14; and the companion of George Osborne. […]
2009 Veteran of the Year Kenneth D. Leavens waves to the crowd from Flint and Broadway. Leavens was in the US Army during the Korean War conflict. The Lake Orion Police Department’s classic car that brought Leavens through the parade did experience some problems, but Chief Jerry Narsh says it will be it tip-top shape […]
Beware of Scam Oakland County Register of Deeds is warning Oakland County residents to beware of a scam in which involves a caller telling residents they have missed jury duty and must pay a fine. Anyone receiving such a call in Independence Township should call the Oakland County Sheriff Office Independence Township by calling 248-620-4968. […]
Clarkston second-grade students toured downtown Clarkston during the month of May to learn first hand about the history of their hometown. Local shopkeepers, including The Clarkston News, open their doors to the groups during each school’s annual walking tour, and serve as tour guides, explaining the history of their businesses and buildings.
Residents met in Children’s Park for the wreath ceremony.
The Girls Varsity Soccer team’s district game for Thursday has been postponed to Friday. They will play Lapeer East at 6 p.m. The game is in the field behind 105 Pontiac St.