Shirley Lynch, 91

Shirley Jean Lynch, longtime resident of Clarkston, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home in Cottrellville Township on December 14, 2022 at the age of 91. She was born on July 19, 1931 to the late Lloyd and Hazel Haynes and adopted at birth by J. Oliver and Dolly (nee Long) Warren. […]

Local scout project to benefit Clarkston Family Farm

Local scout project to benefit Clarkston Family Farm

By Matt Mackinder Clarkston News Editor Frank Fabrizio recently completed his Eagle Scout project that will be a major benefit to the Clarkston Family Farm. Fabrizio, a scout in BSA Troop 189 and a senior at Clarkston High School, planned, organized, and executed the fortification of the apple orchard and the chicken and pig grazing […]

Parade winners

Parade winners

Here are the float winners from the Dec. 10 Holiday Lights Parade: Clarkston Schools Wolf Pride – Clarkston Elementary Dragons; Best Holiday Spirit – Andersonville Jr. Girl Scout Troop 76659; Most Creative STEM Float – Cub Scout Pack 163/Village Gingerbread Shop; Best Use of Theme – Clarkston Community Schools Transportation; Best Use of Lights or […]

Familiar face calling it a career

Familiar face calling it a career

By Matt Mackinder Clarkston News Editor Patricia Douglas started working for Clarkston Community Schools in 1991 to be on the same schedule as her three children who were attending Andersonville Elementary. Now some 31 years later, Douglas retired earlier this month after spending the last 23 years as Independence Elementary’s secretary. “My reason for seeking […]

Wonders of winter

The winter nature education schedule complete with program descriptions and registration information is now online for Wint Nature Center in Clarkston. Go on a hike to observe animals in their winter habitats, have fun learning about owls, birds and trees and destress with yoga. Wint Nature Center, located inside Independence Oaks County Park at 9501 […]

Taste of Christmas

Taste of Christmas

Nearly 200 guests filled Neiman’s Family Market last week to celebrate the Christmas season. The event, in its fifth year, has become an Everest favorite as a time to enjoy friendship and community as well as food samplings from Neiman’s and beer, wine, and liquor tastings. Photo: Provided by Mary Williams

Harold Bachand, 95

Harold G. Bachand, of Clarkston, born March 9, 1927 to Renee and Mabel Cook, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 16, 2022 at the age of 95. Preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth “Betty.” Father/pops of Charlene (the late Billy) Milam, Sharon Bachand, and the late Denise (Kevin) LaDuc, grandpa/papa of Elizabeth […]

Timothy Storrs, 64

Timothy Alan Storrs, of Clarkston, died on December 21, 2022 at the age of 64. Timothy was born on April 9, 1958 in Pontiac to the late Keith and Delores (nee: Daugherty) Storrs. He is survived by his daughter Brittney Storrs, brother Dennis (Suzanne) Storrs, and sister Susan Kay Storrs. Timothy was a 1976 graduate […]

Victoria Monroe, 82

Victoria Ann “Vicki” Monroe, of Clarkston, passed away December 17, 2022 at the age of 82. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of over 50 years, Ronald. Beloved mother of Andrew (Heather) Monroe and Douglas Monroe, proud grandma of Jarred, Chase, and Kole and great-grandma of Lincoln. Also preceded in death by […]

Giving back

Giving back

Throughout the fall and winter months, ECYD (Encounters, Convictions, Your Decisions) boys from Everest have spent Saturday mornings serving the homeless in Detroit. Often in the bitter cold, students have departed early in the morning to help distribute food to those who are in need. For students juggling academics, athletics, and more, these students serving […]