U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers announced the candidates he has nominated to the U.S. military academies. Clarkston High School student Chelsea Hassett was the only woman nominated by Rogers. She is the daughter of James and Elaine Hassett, of Clarkston. Rogers nominated a total of 11 individuals from the four counties he represents: Clinton, Ingham, Livingston […]
Since the redistricting was introduced to area residents, many people put a lot of focus on the issue. Another important issue is the new courses for grades 6-7 and 10-12. At the Jan. 10 school board meeting, Executive Director of Pre-K and Elementary Education Geraldine Moore reviewed the courses for grades six and seven. Sixth […]
Dear Editor, Jeremy Mitchell is committed to good ecological stewardship and the long-term healthy viability of our township; he recognizes ecological considerations must go hand-in-hand with economic planning if we are to grow and progress as we wish, while also ensuring a safe environment for subsequent generations. Aggressive economic planning without securing and sustaining a […]
The Oakland County Fair will take place July 8 through 13 at the Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg. Art projects and farm animal competitions are among the events that will take place at the fair. Details: 248-634-8830 or www.oakfair.org.
Jennifer & Jaclyn Brothers Jennifer Brothers has been named to the dean’s list at Michigan State University for the spring semester. The 2007 Goodrich High School graduate is pursuing a career in child development. Jaclyn Brothers has been named to the dean’s list at Central Michigan University for the spring semester. The 2004 Goodrich High […]
In other business at the Jan. 10 meeting of the Clarkston City Council: ? Council Member Steven Wylie said he received an e-mail promising a change to the pedestrian signal at Main and Washington streets. According to Wylie, an e-mail from a staff member at the Road Commission for Oakland County said an electrician will […]
Cari Cucksey of HGTV’s Michigan-based TV show Cash & Cari will be on hand at Weekend in the Country Shopping Festival and Vintage Market, Sept. 29-30 at Springfield Oaks, 12451 Andersonville Road. Cari Cucksey’s RePurpose booth near Ellis Barn will be stocked with antique furniture and other vintage finds. The event also includes over 150 […]
Most of us have probably heard the old Chinese saying, ‘a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.? Though it comes from a Chinese philosopher named Lao Tzu who lived over 2,500 years ago, it still rings true today that actually taking a first step is essential to any journey or dream, […]
Goodrich – When family and friends get together every year at Kathy Adair’s house, it’s not the usual barbeque, it’s a garden tea party. Donning Renaissance era hats and dresses, the ladies and children sip their tea, as the men, dressed as servants, wait on each table. ‘The men are so willing to do this, […]
Citing some health issues, Dr. Craig Younkman announced at the school board meeting on Jan. 12 he was retiring this June from his job as superintendent. He also said he wanted to pursue other opportunities in a different field outside of education. Lake Orion School Board members appointed Christine Lehman, currently assistant superintendent of human […]