The new bronze pooch is an excellent addition to Depot Park, something for adults to admire, kids to play on, and flesh-and-blood hounds to be confused about. It’s a fitting tribute to James and Gini Schultz, and all the other volunteers serving the community, especially in the downtown park. The metal mutt doesn’t have a […]
Dear Editor, Community involvement is always a key part of Clarkston Area Youth Assistance (CAYA) programs. This is especially true for the Youth Recognition Program—Celebrating Youth Who Make a Difference. This year at the April 24 Youth Recognition Ceremony and Dessert Reception, there were 202 (179 present) student honorees, kindergarten through grade 12, who were […]
Dear Editor, Thank you very much for the articles about Mel Vaara. We have known him and Jo over the 40 years we have been in Clarkston. They are a very interesting couple and are caring lovely folks.They have always really cared about each other, their family, their church, their friends and Clarkston. It has […]
By Eva Ward Everything from reading to social skills is developed in school. But some Detroit students may not get that opportunity. They are the ones who will probably end up dropping out out of school because of the unstable learning environments from home and school. One example is from the story of classroom 8B, […]
Clarkston Optimists Jessie McDonald, John McDonald, and Bill Kunse display a flag from their Flag for Kids Project. Photo by Phil Custodio Clarkston Optimists hope to make this town a city of flags with its Flag for Kids Project. “The project is a good way to honor our country, and support our community,” said Optimist […]
Sky the dog, at Depot Park with William and Zack Gifford for SCAMP’s Walk and Roll, greets the new bronze dog at the playground. Photo by Phil Custodio Depot Park has a new guardian keeping watch over those who approach the playground, a dog made of bronze. Purchased through private donations, the statue is a […]
The first phase of Clarkston sidewalk repairs were completed last week, with contractors pouring concrete replacement sections throughout the city. “Although Mother Nature has been less than cooperative, the last of the replacement sidewalks slabs were poured today (May 2),” said City Manager Jonathan Smith. The City DPW will grind remaining heaved sidewalk slabs later […]
The students gather on stage for recognition by the crowd. Photo provided The Clarkston Area Youth Assistance presented their annual Youth Recognition Ceremony, April 24 at Clarkston Junior High School. They recognized 202 Clarkston-area youth grades K through 12 for their inspiring accomplishments before a crowd of about600 parents, educators, and government officials. Barb Pallotta, […]
Lately, I have been thinking a lot about “our stories” as a school district. There are stories of the unique people who make up our school community, the stories we hear and tell one another about the district’s rich history, and stories of the countless proud moments for our schools. There are also stories that […]
Rebekah Niman celebrates the opening of Rebekah’s Health and Nutrition Source’s fourth location, with Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce, local officials, employees, and friends with a ribbon cutting, May 1. The shop at 7093 Dixie Highway Suite B offers high quality health products at a great value, often under retail, Niman said. Call 248-843-2011. Photo […]