Health Center opens doors for learning

As part of the Clarkston Health Center’s open house on Aug. 12, local physicians will present an informative round of seminars. The presentations are on the Clarkston Medical Campus inside a mobile learning center sponsored by Zimmer Inc.. The topics will focus on osteoathritis, minimally invasive hip and knee replacement, youth sports standards and the […]

New York mission trip an eye-opener

A youth group from Clarkston United Methodist Church spent nearly a week in Jamaica, New York, gaining insight into the world of the needy. During the week of July 10, 53 high school students and nine adults worked at many job sites with the ultimate goal of spreading their love of Jesus Christ and his […]

Davisburg Boy Scout meets president at Jamboree

A local Boy Scout attending the National Jamboree shook President George W. Bush’s hand creating a memory of a lifetime. Dustin Haury, 13, of Boy Scout Troop 192 out of Davisburg, said he was one of two boys selected from his subcamp to sit in the front row and meet President Bush before he addressed […]

Local talent shines at 4-H fair

The Oakland County 4-H fair has come and gone, but the lustre from seven awards won by Clarkston area youths continue to shine. Christine Bignotti, Beth Boyd, Elizabeth Brazeal, Chelsea Rawe and Tory Salvador all won Best of Show blue ribbons and State Gold Awards with their exhibits. The State Gold Award doubles as an […]

Tryout time for CHS teams

With the start of school comes the fall sports season. But before lockers slam and whistles blow, there are tryouts to be held. Here are some tryout dates for Clarkston area schools. A current physical dated after April 15, 2005 is required to try out for any sport. The physical will be good for the […]

Going yard at Clintonwood

Softballs flew over the fences of Clintonwood Park on Aug. 3 as the seventh annual Michigan Home Run Derby returned to Clarkston. The event began and was held in Clarkston for five years straight, then shifted to the Lake Orion area last year. ‘Softball is something I like and am passionate about. This event gives […]

Athletes of the Week

Clarkston JV pom pon attended National Dance Association Camp at Oakland University held July 16-19 and walked away with an armload of accolades. The team garnered a Superior rating for their home routine; a Superior rating and Silver Trophy for their Team Routine; a bid to Nationals and the Spirit Award. In addition to the […]

Hubbach continues art after the Viper

Nothing captures the imagination quite like a shiny new sports car shredding the interstate on a sunny summer day. And few cars capture the public’s imagination like the Dodge Viper. Necks craned and swiveled in the 90s enviously trying to catch a glimpse. Springfield Township resident Bob Hubbach was a major designing force behind Viper […]

Around Town

The Clarkston High School Class of 1975 reunion is set for Aug. 13 at the Deer Lake Athletic Club. This event is open for all classes 1973-1977. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Please contact Ann Pytel at 248-620-1430 or email her at tpytel111@comcast.net for more information. *** Indian Springs Metropark always has lots of […]

Clarkston grad returns homes for mission tour

Never in his wildest dreams did former Clarkston resident Shawn Smith imagine he could make a living as an independent Christian performing artist. But that’s just what he did ? and his talents were on full display during a special concert sponsored by Christ the Shepherd Church at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in […]