Attending school in the innocence of the 50’s meant we were not troubled with all the regulations that are now running rampant in our society.? It meant that every morning we would take time to recite the pledge of allegiance and every classroom was decorated with an American flag.? (As an aside, there were only […]
A rat mold, make-up depicting the Black Plague, and Christmas items. These are among the diverse projects Danielle Todd expects to show at the Oakland County Fair, set for July 8-13 at the Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg. Danielle expects to be up until at least 2 a.m. the night before the […]
The American Creed I believe in the United States of America as a government of the people, by the people and for the people; whose just powers are derived from the consent of the governed; a democracy in a republic: a sovereign nation of many sovereign states; a perfect union, one and inseparable; established upon […]
The Clarkston Area Optimist Club is hosting its annual Night on the Towne Optimist dinner-dance and auction on March 19 at the Liberty Grille and Golf Club. The evening’s program will include an elegant sit down dinner, live music, dancing and both live and silent auctions. A reception and cash bar will precede the dinner. […]
Thank you, community, for another successful book sale. ‘In these trying times it is rewarding to see so many used books recycled and reread. ‘We had thousands of books and after the book sale Grace Center of Hope picked up our leftovers. ‘Each book sale the books are all new donations. ‘Donations are accepted all […]
I support Angela Nasso for Lake Orion School Board because she is nonpartisan, open-minded, and understands the delicate balance between fiscal responsibility and educating our children for the challenges of tomorrow. As the parent of four children, Angela has hands-on experience with Lake Orion schools, from classroom activities and parent-teacher conferences to curriculum, sporting events, […]
When I hear a sentence starting or ending with, ‘back in the good ol? days,? I automatically roll my eyes. I can’t help it, it’s instinctive. And I can honestly say the muscles that control my rolling eyes are ripped. They’re taunt and buff. They get exercised like no other muscle in my body. Longing […]
Former 1998 Clarkston High School Graduate, Eric Paul Blundy received his doctorate in chiropractic from Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Mont. on Dec. 18, 2004. Dr. Blundy also has a bachelor’s of science degree in life sciences. He is an alumnus of Sigma Phi Epsilon at Western Michigan University. In addition, Dr. Blundy […]
Academic Dean Dr. Eugene C. Beckham announced that three Clarkston students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall term at Northwood University. Jade Jackson, senior, daughter of Lanny M. Jackson of Waterford and Tina Easley; Morgan F. Keil, senior, daughter of Francis and Cynthia Keil; and Leslie L. Swetich, sophomore, daughter of Daniel […]
Having a number of pleasant parks, sidewalks along major roads and home to the state high school 2012 track and field champions – Lake Orion is a runner’s town. And one lucky resident has secured a place in the prestigious Chicago Marathon to be run on October 7. Veronika Maltsev ran in a contest sponsored […]