More than 1,000 runners and walkers raced in the Clarkston State Bank Backroads Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, Nov. 11, raising $6,000 for two local charities. “Over the years, the Backroads Race has provided funds to several organizations who rely on donations to fund their programs,” said J. Grant Smith, president and CEO. “We are […]
From left are Susan Huttenlocher Ebeling of Lighthouse, Lighthouse CEO Rick David, Michele Robinson of Lighthouse, Katie Bowman Coleman of Bowman Chevrolet, and Clarkston Rotarians Janet Thomas, Mary Sloan, president, Jeff Lichty, Mindy DeLong, and Joel DeLong. Photo by Phil Custodio Clarkston Lighthouse can stay on the road to help residents in need much better […]
Keegan Wasilk goes for the basket, helping the Wolves break in the newly named Dan Fife Field House with a win, Friday night. They beat Wayne Memorial, 60-46, with 21 points and eight assists from freshman Fletcher Loyer, 14 points and 10 rebounds by junior Matt Nicholson, and eight points from freshman Wasilk, bringing their […]
Clarkston High School’s fan section The Jungle, in Christmas regalia at last Friday’s game, can compete in the Battle of the Fans contest, hosted by Michigan High School Athletic Association’s Student Advisory Council. Schools can submit a short YouTube video of their cheering sections in action at school sporting events. Deadline is Jan. 12. Nine […]
Badgero, Janet Marie of Clarkston. Died Monday, December 10, 2018. She was 74. Born July 28, 1944 in Highland Park, Michigan to the late Sol and Dorothy (nee: Lancaster) Spector. She is survived by her loving husband of more than 40 years, Paul Badgero; one step-son, Scott (Dawn) Badgero; two grandchildren, Delanee and Brayden Badgero. […]
Clarkston Girl Scouts bundled up in their colorfully lighted float for the cold but clear Holiday Lights Parade, Saturday night. About 30 floats, community groups, and businesses drove and/or marched down Main Street under the guidance of Clarkston High School’s Team RUSH to the delight of the chilled but cheerful crowds. Photo by Phil Custodio
Over the past few months, I have used my Words From the Sup’t column to reflect on five “power” words that reflect our commitment to creating a positive learning environment in Clarkston: our students, staff, and families are challenged, healthy, engaged, safe, and supported. Today, I’m thinking about our engaged community and the many ways […]
Clarkston bus drivers are ready for the Christmas season with their annual Stuff-A-Bus. Photo by Phil Custodio BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Clarkston bus drivers started their annual Stuff-A-Bus for Lighthouse 15 years ago because they saw a need for it in the children they transported every day. “We still see it. It’s heartbreaking,” […]
Main Street Main Street developments The former Dairy Queen and C-Town Creamery at 5890 S. Main Street in Independence Township will soon be back up and running as Bunk House Burgers. The newest Union Joint is interviewing for management, cook, sling, wash, and drive-thru. Email info@bunkhouseburgers.com Also, the Clarkston Planning Commission recently received a letter indicating interest […]
A team carefully carries their Lego moon base. Photo provided For 10 weeks, FIRST Lego League Junior kids in grades 1-3 have been working at Clarkston High School with the Team RUSH students to learn about Lego robotics. This year’s theme was life on the moon. How would explorers breath, what would they eat and […]