Grief support groups offered

Wint’s Healing Hearts Support Group meets once a month for families’ needs and support after the loss of a loved one. The next two meetings are scheduled for Tuesday, October 12, “How to Express Your Needs During Bumpy Moments,” and on Tuesday, November 9, “How to Prepare Your Heart for the Holidays.” Both meetings are […]

Taking the oath

Taking the oath

New Independence Township Fire Chief David Piche is officially sworn in at the September 7 Board of Trustees meeting by Township Clerk Cari Neubeck. Photo provided

Letter to the Editor: Remembering a Clarkston gem

Dear Editor, Last week, you reported the death of a dear friend – Mel Vaara – with a wonderful article and letter. I was unable to attend the funeral but sure miss him. He leaves a significant legacy to this community. I want to acknowledge another gift by him to the community – a new […]

Letter to the Editor: Grateful for the birthday wishes

Dear Editor, I would like to express my profound gratitude for all the birthday greetings for my 90th birthday that I received. I was overwhelmed by the response from the community to an announcement in the paper and on Facebook from so many people who made the time and effort to express “Happy Birthday” to […]

What ‘Matt’ers: Kids being kids

It’s crazy to think – and say out loud – that we have two kids in high school and one in middle school. Kids growing up and becoming more and more self-sufficient is bittersweet. We’re so proud of all three of our kids, but geez, where has the time gone? The phrase “time flies when […]

Car show winners

Car show winners

The following Independence Township residents were category winners in the 3rd Annual City of the Village of Clarkston Concours Classic Car Show, held September 11, at Depot Park: Best 1960s, Harry and Karen Manvel (blue 1963 Plymouth Sport Fury convertible), Best 1980s & newer, Dave Bernard (red 1993 Chevrolet Corvette), Best Coupe, Fred and Carol […]

Trustee opening

Due to a vacancy, the Springfield Township Board will accept applications for an appointment to the office of township trustee with a term ending November 20, 2022. Candidates interested in completing the full term must run for election in the 2022 election cycle. To be considered, interested candidates need to submit a letter of interest […]

Springfield Township roadwork

Canadian National Railroad has pushed back the dates it will close Davisburg (Broadway) Road, from Dilley Road to Eaton Road, and Dilley Road, just south of Davisburg Road, in Springfield Township for railroad crossing repair work until later this month. The work was expected to start on September 3, but CN delayed the repairs. Davisburg […]

Farm fun

The next free Family Fun Day at Clarkston Family Farm will be Saturday, October 23, from noon to 4 p.m. Pioneers Day will feature candle making, canning, homemade butter, crafts for kids, hay rides, and the sunflower market. More info, ClarkstonFamilyFarm.com.

Opinion: Reader says U.S. being run by preoccupied politicians, generals

Dear Editor, Recently, President Biden defensively bristled at reporter questions about his handling of Afghanistan, saying that there will be plenty of time later for finger-pointing and blame. It was a shameful display. Americans are not interested in finger-pointing and blame, but they have a right to demand straight answers and accountability from government officials […]