Lake Orion Community Schools Bond Proposal passes

Editor’s note: Lake Orion Community Schools issued this press release Tuesday night after the votes were tallied. (LAKE ORION, MI, Nov. 6, 2018) – Lake Orion Community Schools’ School Bond Proposal was approved by voters on Nov. 6, 2018. According to the Oakland County Elections Division, of the 21,923 votes cast in the Bond Proposal election, […]

‘Tis the season to be… spooky?: Lake Orion’s Halloween House

‘Tis the season to be… spooky?: Lake Orion’s Halloween House

By Megan Kelley Review Writer Halloween is a special time of year for many people. It’s a time for candy, dressing up, spooky decorations and just all around fun. What’s not to like? In fact, it’s so popular that even here in Lake Orion there are dozens of all out decorated yards and houses and […]

Michigan State House of Representatives 46th District

Editor’s Note: Two candidates are running for the 46th District seat in the Michigan State House of Representatives. They are Republican John Reilley and Democrat Mindy Denninger. Mindy Denninger (D) Age: 53 Municipality of residence and number of years you’ve lived there: Oxford Township, 19 years Current or past occupation: Senior Lead Product Engineer for […]

Board of Education alleges program cuts if bond fails

By Megan Kelley Review Writer The Lake Orion Community Schools 2018 bond has been a very prominent topic in this district for some time now. The bond proposal is for $160 million and has been avidly promoted with a “no expected tax rate increase” which would keep the millage at 7.491 mils, by keeping the […]

The school board receives good audit report during Oct. 24 meeting

By Megan Kelley Review Writer Annually, Lake Orion Community Schools receives a routine audit that is presented at a board meeting. During the Oct. 24 board meeting, Plante Moran representatives presented their audit and assessment of LOCS to the board and a nearly full audience. Plante Moran partner Donna Hanson, took the podium to present […]

Orion Township officials explore options for a new township hall

By Jim Newell Review Editor The Orion Township Board of Trustees held a special meeting on Thursday to consider plans to build a new township hall and renovate some of its facilities, including the Department of Public Works building and Fire Station #3 on Gregory Road. The board had previously approved an $18,000 contract for […]