Science takes over auto shop

Clarkston High School’s former auto shop is making way for a new science lab. ‘You don’t see the hand’s-on engine repair shop much in high schools anymore ? it’s more of a high-tech situation now,? said high school Principal Vince Licata. The Clarkston Board of Education voted Oct. 8 to approve $213,600 for the science-room […]

Hamilton to make name for herself in university’s new golf program

BY LISA VALENTINE Lake Orion Review Staff Writer Lake Orion High School has had its share of standout athletes, but not many of them have come from the school’s varsity golf program, until now. Senior Ashley Hamilton has raised the program to a new level, earning a full-ride scholarship to study at the University of […]

Mike Quinn Golf Classic coming May 8

The 15th annual Mike Quinn Golf Classic will take place on May 8 at Copper Hills Golf Course on Lakeville Road in Oxford, with a 1 p.m. shot gun start. The tournament is a four person scramble or a four person team with a 50 or more handicap. A party will be held at the […]

Flu Shot Clinic set Oct. 18

Independence Township Senior Center and First Congregational Church hosts a Flu Shot Clinic, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 18, at the church, 5449 Clarkston Road, just east of Sashabaw Road. Shots are administered by Visiting Nurses Association of Southeast Michigan. If covered by Medicare Part B, HAP, or Care Choices, bring picture ID with current […]

Historic barns give glimpse into past

Paul Rumph of Independence Township has lived on the same farm for the past 30 years. ‘I like anything that has stood the test of time. Anything old that has lasted decades and decades, especially in the throw away world that we live in now,? Rumph said. He was asked to be a part of […]

Fire Call

Monday, April 12 10:32 a.m.-Station #2 responded to an unresponsive woman on Waldon. 11:38 a.m.-A woman at Royal Oak Boring on South Lapeer Road was feeling faint. Station #2 responded. 4:47 p.m.-A person on Bridge had an allergic reaction. Station #1 responded. 6:33 p.m.-A child on Judah had a dog bite. Station #3 responded. Tuesday, […]

Deputy Reports

Monday, April 12, two satellite receivers were stolen from a truck parked at the Modetz Funeral Home on Silverbell Road. A book folder was taken from a vehicle on Eaton Gate Road. A snowmobile was damaged on Fisherman’s Cove. Violation of personal protection order on Lapeer Road. Lost cell phone on Bald Mountain Road. *** […]

Bunch of bands at invitational

Clarkston High School marching band hosts 30 bands from all over the state this Saturday, Oct. 20. ‘It’s probably the largest one we’ve ever had ? we’re at the maximum allowed,? said Mike Lewis, Clarkston High School marching band director. Starting at noon, the Clarkston Marching Band Home Invitational will feature marching bands from all […]

Five generations

The Tarvestad family of Clarkston recently gathered for a photo commemorating five generations: great-great-grandmother Barbara Dawley, great-grandmother Kathy Berry, grandmother Kim Tarvestad, mother Heather Tarvestad, and baby daughter Chloe Ann Lohr, born Sept. 12.

LO Police Log

Thursday, April 15, someone heard a loud noise and sparks coming from an alley on North Axford. *** Friday, April 16, Police assisted a motorist at M-24/Atwater. Neighbor trouble on Hauxwell. Harassment occurred on East Jackson. *** Saturday, April 17, a person on Atwater was arrested for driving a vehicle while intoxicated. A person at […]