Reviving history

Reviving history

Eighth grade students from Clarkston Junior High went to Clarkston’s Lakeview Cemetery recently for their Academic Service Learning project under the guidance of Christine Rogers and Alex Sennabaum. The students chose individuals buried in the cemetery and researched who they were and how they contributed to the history of Clarkston. The students then made videos […]

Drunk driving arrest

Back on May 22 just before 2 a.m., a Holly police officer pulled over a speeding vehicle going westbound on Grange Hall Road. The driver, a 26-year-old Clarkston man, showed obvious signs of being intoxicated. After testing, it was determined the man was over the legal limit and arrested for drunk driving.

Ducks rescued

Ducks rescued

A duck family (11 ducklings) were spotted at Sashabaw Middle School on June 8, right in front of the school by the main office windows, trying to get back to the pond area in the middle of the school. A group of staff collected all of them. Parents of SMS art teacher Megan Lipke (pictured […]

Just 12 years to go

Just 12 years to go

On Friday, May 27, the future Class of 2034 at Everest donned their kindergarten graduation caps. Each student was recognized for their achievements this year, and the students presented a song thanking their teachers and parents. After the ceremony, the kindergarteners participated in the annual balloon launch in the courtyard. In 12 years, they will […]

Main Street paving, Clarkston social district

According to Clarkston City Manager Jonathan Smith, the repaving of Main Street through the city is now complete, with the exception of some restriping of the crosswalks and parking spaces. “Our thanks to MDOT and Ajax paving for a job well done,” said Smith. “Next up, Clarkston Road.” Also from Smith, the city’s Social District […]

Linda Johnson, 63

Linda Anna Johnson, of Clarkston, passed away on June 13, 2022 at the age of 63. Wife of Kevin, mother of Evin Johnson and Stephen Johnson, sister of Carl (Lisa) Bednarski and Joanne Richardson, sister-in-law of Craig Johnson, Curtis Johnson, and Jerilyn Neeme, and also survived by several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by […]

Kathryn Vachon, 67

Kathryn Ann “Kathy” Vachon (Ronk), of Saline, formerly of Clarkston, passed away June 6, 2022 at the age of 67. Daughter of Mary (late Frank “Tink”) Ronk, sister of Steve (Anne) Ronk and Rob (the late Melissa) Ronk. Also survived by six nieces and nephews and six great-nieces and nephews. Kathy graduated from Clarkston High […]

Public Notice: Notice of public accuracy test of voting equipment for 2022 state primary election, Independence Township

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF INDEPENDENCE ELECTION COMMISSION COUNTY OF OAKLAND, STATE OF MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST OF VOTING EQUIPMENT FOR THE TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2022 – STATE PRIMARY ELECTION To the qualified electors of the Charter Township of Independence, County of Oakland, State of Michigan: Notice is hereby given that a Public Accuracy Test […]

July 4 parade a go

July 4 parade a go

After not having a Fourth of July parade since 2019, the event is returning to Main Street this year. The 2022 parade is being organized by the Clarkston Area Optimist Club, Mt. Zion Church, St. Daniel Knights of Columbus, Independence Township, and the City of the Village of Clarkston. Awards will be presented for best […]

PKE teacher garners annual honors, car

PKE teacher garners annual honors, car

By Matt Mackinder Clarkston News Editor The hometown teacher has claimed the top award. Allison Stoyek, a Social Emotional Learning teacher at Pine Knob Elementary School the past six years and 2006 Clarkston High School graduate, was named the Clarkston Foundation Teacher of the Year last week, adding a two-year lease of a vehicle of […]