Open for business
Pure Skin Laser Center owner Lauren Banks cuts the ribbon June 13 to officially open the business, located at 6160 Dixie Highway. Photo: Provided by Kate Masters/Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce
Rain garden complete
The reconstructed rain garden in front of Clarkston Village Hall is now complete. “My thanks to Jim Brueck and Emily DuThinh for coordinating the many activities and the volunteers from the Clinton River Watershed Council,” said Clarkston City Manager Jonathan Smith in his weekly email to residents and business partners. “A special thank you to […]
A Look Back for June 21, 2023
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1998 At last: Anxious Clarkston High School seniors Jeremy Surre, Angie Fiorillo, Sarah Hool and Shawn Verlinden awaited the start of the CHS graduation ceremony at Pine Knob Music Theater. A cool, hazy night saw 441 students receive diplomas signifying their accomplishments. After the ceremony, the […]
And the band played on
The Clarkston Community Band kicks off the 43rd annual Concerts in the Park amongst a sea of people last Friday night at Depot Park in downtown Clarkston. Photo: Matt Mackinder
New business
Owner Lisa Humphrey does the ceremonial honors for the Northern Roots Wellness and Coaching ribbon cutting, held June 7 at the business’ location at 21 N. Main Street. Photo: Matt Mackinder
Clarkston grad authors first children’s book, sparks curiosity
By Matt Mackinder Clarkston News Editor Jenna Dempsey said she has always loved to write. And she did just that in her journal, writing poetry and in a previous advertising job where she developed brand campaigns and wrote copy for brands like Ford, Canon, U.S. Bank and Pure Michigan. Now, the Clarkston native and current […]
Giving back
Max Broock and Real Estate One agents in Clarkston present a check for $491.25 to Blue Heron Headwaters Conservancy Board President Emily Duthinh (middle, in blue short) on June 7. The agents recently held a euchre tournament at their office at 31 S. Main Street and a document shred event in the Depot Road parking […]
Soothing tunes for Eagle Scout project
By Brandon Kathman Special to the Clarkston News Young musician and prospective Eagle Scout Kieron Holloway is making history, recording a therapeutic album for his final service project in what may be a first for the Scouting movement. “The Eagle Project represents one of the final challenges for youth seeking Scouting’s highest honor, the rank […]
Personal protection road tips from OCSO
Here are some common sense rules from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office that motorists should follow under various conditions. Note: You must rely on your own judgment and assessment of the situation to determine the best course of action. Should your vehicle break down in an isolated area there are certain steps you should follow, […]
A Look Back for June 14, 2023
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1998 Principal for a day: By 9 a.m., seventh grader Stephanie Frelwald had made the morning announcements and emailed Sashabaw Middle School assistant principal Charles Rowland. Frelwald was principal of the day at SMS. She earned it after winning an essay contest sponsored by Students For […]