Celebrating its 35th anniversary on Jan. 30, Bowman Chevrolet will donate 35 percent of total dinner sales at downtown Clarkston restaurants to a new scholarship program for Clarkston High School graduates, and help fund other Clarkston community initiatives throughout the year. “Bowman Chevrolet would not be successful without the support of the community, and we […]
Clarkston’s new Charter Review Committee, which is reviewing the City Charter for needed updates, is planning a public input session in February. The goal of the committee, which includes Steve Arkwright, chair, Bill Basinger, Rich Little, Jim Meloche, Scott Meyland, and City Manager Jonathan Smith, is to have any high-priority changes ready for the November […]
Clarkston DECA brought home 11 medals at the district conference, Jan. 12 at Lake Orion High School. “Great job Clarkston High School DECA marketing students! We are proud of all of our students that competed this past weekend at the district conference where they showcased their marketing and business skills,” said Christy Moore, teacher advisor. […]
City Council voted 4-0, Jan. 14, to approve $6,000 paid to Carlisle/Wortman Associates (CWA) for creation of an Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) grant for Depot Park. CWA will prepare the grant, including developing the project narrative, estimating costs, and preparing all necessary graphics and preliminary plans. This will put the city in the […]
Some updates for students participating in the Optimist Club Essay Contest – submit applications and essay to Tracy Bedford at the Clarkston Independence District Library, 6495 Clarkston Road, no later than Jan. 28. Do not submit local entries to Optimist International, or send it to the PO box listed in last week’s Clarkston News article, […]
A winter storm across the Midwest last week brought snow and single-digit temperatures to the Clarkston area, closing Clarkston Community Schools on Jan. 16 due to icy road conditions. The temperature is forecast to approach 40 degrees with rain in the middle of this week, dropping back into the single digits with snow by the […]
Independence Township Parks, Recreation and Seniors will be having their annual Job Fair on Friday, Jan. 25, from 1-6 p.m. in the Township Hall Board Office, 6483 Waldon Center Drive. Stop by and chat with hiring supervisors and learn about all the opportunities coming up in the parks, youth sports, day camp, beach, senior center […]
The Zen Zone welcomed therapy dogs to help students through their exams. Photo provided Parents transformed a room at Clarkston High School into a “Zen Zone” to help students cope with final exams. “We hope to give students a cool space to relax and de-stress during exam week, but more importantly, we’re sending a message […]
Dear Editor, The gift of nourishment is so important to our local Clarkston seniors through the Meals on Wheels Program. For those in need, a nutritionally-balanced hot meal is delivered at lunchtime that provides a crucial wellness check for otherwise home-bound individuals. Adults 60 years or older, who are unable to shop or prepare their […]
Clarkston Board of Education welcomed Stefanie Crane to her first board meeting, Jan. 14, after her election in November to a six-year term. “Our school board members spend countless volunteer hours working to create a learning environment where students, staff, and families are challenged, healthy, engaged, safe, and supported,” said Superintendent Shawn Ryan, recognizing January […]