Freshman volleyball wins Goodrich tournament

GOODRICH ? Oxford’s freshman volleyball coach Trevor Marshall was pleasantly surprised by his team during their final tournament of the season recently. The girls won the Goodrich Invitational Freshman Tournament by going 12-2 and toppling some very good teams in the process. Marshall said he had confidence in the girls but was pleased at their […]

Brandon Township Recreation public hearing July 31

Brandon Twp.- A public hearing to receive input on the non-resident recreation fee will begin at 7:30 p.m., July 31, at the Brandon Middle School cafeteria, 609 S. Ortonville Road. In February, the board unanimously approved raising the non-resident recreation fee from $10 to $60 per individual and event, or a $125 annual family fee. […]

Briefs

Good Times in Goodrich The fourth annual ‘Good Times in Goodrich? sponsored by the Goodrich/Atlas Chamber of Commerce will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 13 and 14 at the Goodrich Commons and downtown. Registration forms are now being taken from businesses for the ‘Business Expo? at the festival. To participate, call […]

Students ‘brush up? on dental hygiene

On Feb. 11, Clarkston Elementary first grade students received a special visit from Clarkston Village Dental. To honor National Children’s Dental Health Month, Dr. Robert Bice, of Clarkston Village Dental, sent workers to teach the students about dental hygiene. Hygienist Amy Wilson and dental assistant Jann Neil explained the importance of teeth ? how to […]

Swimmers end with solid victory

The Oxford girls swimming and diving team ended their league regular season with a solid victory over Ferndale. The 128-41 win was punctuated by Haley Kornburger who swam to two school records in the 200 and 500 freestyle events. The team’s dual meet record for the season was 4?6. In the OAA blue division, the […]

In the spirit

Junior Courtney Kennedy and sophomore Katie Hubregsen show off their nerdy side as the Clarkston High School Varsity Cheerleaders got into the Halloween spirit at last Friday’s football game and dressed up. Photo by Wendi Reardon

Township home demolished

Brandon Twp.-At a cost of more than $20,000, crews from Luke’s Trucking demolished an abandoned home at 2330 Ortonville Road on Wednesday. The home had suffered massive damage due to flooding over the past three years, say township officials. In addition, the roof had collapsed and the home was in extreme disrepair after the owners […]

Around Town

Come enjoy a spaghetti dinner from 5-7 p.m. on Feb. 18 at the Independence Township Senior Center. Come in for an inexpensive dinner that includes homemade sauce, fresh tossed salad, garlic bread and beverage. During the Lent season, meatless sauce is available as well. The cost is $4 per person. Desserts $1 extra. *** The […]

High school plans month-long emphasis on alcohol awareness

Alcohol Awareness Month is here, and Clarkston High School is working full force to bring students up to speed. The Clarkston High School PTSA has designated February as Alcohol Awareness Month. The school will offer many activities to educate parents and students on the dangers of alcohol consumption among adolescents. The main activity is a […]

Township Hall for rent

Citizens interested in holding gatherings in Independence Township Hall will be able to do so now that the Township board has developed a utilization policy. The main hall, which holds 140 people and a conference room, which fits 12 can now be rented for free to Independence citizens. The township Supervisor, Clerk, Treasurer, a trustee, […]