No team has ever repeated at Division 1/Class A state champions in the history of Michigan high school baseball. Just moments after his team won the title last June, someone asked Coach Andy Schramek if his team could break that streak. It might have been too early to ask the question at that point, but […]
I heard the other day that Country Town Preschool closed its doors. My first instinct was to be sure ‘Ms. Paula,? the caretaker and backbone of the preschool was OK. Then my thoughts went back to all the times our four children spent with Paula, about all the hugs and smiles that were bestowed on […]
Kindergartner Kate Battishill finishes decorating a card during Independence Elementary’s S.O.C.K.S Day, March 22. The card was for a bag filled with toiletries for Grace Centers of Hope. Photo by Wendi Reardon
Steve Marks, Clarkston Knights of Columbus, braves a cold spring shower, March 30, during the Knights’ annual Tootsie Roll Drive to help people with intellectual disabilities. Photo by Phil Custodio
Most coaches will tell you it’s not about how you start a season, it’s about how you finish it. But if the Lake Orion girls? soccer team can finish like they started this season, it could be a very big year. The team tied two-time defending state champion Novi 1-1 in a scrimmage at the […]
I’m appalled by the lack of consideration that was given the substitute teacher that lost her job. You can tell by the desperation in the contents of the letter how she needs for someone to see her side of the situation. It’s obvious to me that the principal either knew this individual personally or he’s […]
In regards to the North Shore homeowner who says he has no money for repairs or painting and wants his neighbor’s to leave him alone. And now the village could go in, clean up and charge him I do understand the neighbor’s point of having a hard time selling their house, but does this homeowner […]
The Lake Orion Baptist Lions will open their sixth baseball season on April 1. In 2007, the team went 16-5, and they have been league champs in the Fundamental Baptist Athletic Conference the past four seasons. The Lions have made three consecutive appearances in the finals, but just can’t get over the hump of winning […]
First-grader Jordin Moore spreads cheese on a dog biscuit, adding more zing for dogs at the humane society. Independence Elementary students spent March 22 participating in S.O.C.K.S (Serving Our Community Kids Style), their academic service learning project. Photos by WAR
United Way for Southeastern Michigan is seeking nominations for its annual Volunteer Recognition program. The nomination process provides an opportunity for individuals to nominate either themselves or another tireless volunteer, committed to improving the community around him or her. The award ceremony will take place in May, recognizing for those who enrich our community through […]