Supporter Mike Gingell of the Lake Orion Fireworks Association recently helped install one of two ‘Fundometers’ to track the nonprofit’s progress of meeting their near $80,000 goal to host a duelling fireworks show for the Fourth of July celebration over Lake Orion Lake. So far they are at 60 percent of their goal, and need […]
By Meg Peters Review Co-Editor Listening to George Sinnott and the North Oakland Dixie Band at the Orion Wildwood Amphitheater this Sunday, June 26, could mean helping supply a home for someone in need. The Homes For Autism Fun-Raiser Music Concert will begin at 4 p.m., and the community is encouraged to attend and support […]
Lake Orion’s American Summer starts with the Lake Orion Lions Club Jubilee Thursday and ends on July 4. The event highlight, the Lake Orion Fireworks Association’s Duelling Fireworks show, is July 2. Here are the dates and events: JUNE 23-26 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. JUBILEE/CARNIVAL It’s that time of year again. This year will […]
By Brian Marshall Review Staff Writer It was like a graduation at Monday’s Orion Township Board of Trustees meeting. A pair of fledgling firefighters, who have been on-call employees with the Orion Township Fire Department, were approved to full-time status by the board after a request by Chief Bob Smith. Jonathan Jones and Steve Martin drew full […]
By Cathy Kimmel-Srock Review Staff Writer It’s something that everyone creates and, with the talent of some local artists, it can even be made into beautiful masterpieces worth admiring. Trash, that is. The Orion Art Center, along with Waste Management, is hosting “Metamorphosis” Re-create Recycled Art Show now through July 15. According to Kathleen Klein, […]
By Cathy Kimmel-Srock Review Staff Writer Whether you want swimming, the beach or a place to barbeque, Green’s Park offers all three and more. “The park is a great atmosphere for families,” said Rosemary Ford, a member of the Village of Lake Orion Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. It features a beach and swim area […]
By Dan Shriner Review Editor A water system reliability report by engineers has recommended improvements costing about $7.8 million to bring Lake Orion’s aging water system up to date. The report, submitted by engineers from the firm of Hubbell, Roth and Clark, to the Village Council Monday night, suggested the improvements be done in four […]
By Chris Hagan Review Staff Writer The Orion Township board approved a cost sharing project between DTE Energy and the township that will convert 211 street lights to LED. Slated to be finished this year, the project, which cost just over $70,000, will only cost Orion Township $62,054 through the cost sharing partnership. DTE will […]
The championship title for the Annual Keatington Fishing Derby on Lake Voorheis was hooked by 19-year-old Keatington resident Ryan Szydlowski, who reeled in this 21’ bass at the competition last Saturday, June 11.
By Meg Peters Review Co-Editor On Thursday, June 30 Dallas Cowboys football safety Jeff Heath will be conducting his Second Annual Heath Football Camp, with a twist. The Pom Pom’s & Pigskins camp will not only pair young, eager football players with the previous Lake Orion High School 2009 graduate and football star, but also […]