As the founder and executive director of the Clarkston Family Farm, Chelsea O’Brien wears many hats, but she is also grateful for all that work alongside her. “How lucky are we that as winter fades and spring approaches, we have an army of volunteers lined up and ready for their marching orders as we build […]
Jan Gabier, of Clarkston, passed away suddenly at home on March 6, 2021 at the age of 82. Preceded in death by her mother Fayvella McClish. Sister of L. Wells Gabier, half-sister of Craig Gabier, special aunt of Nicole Upcott, Shane Gabier, Montal Gabier and Dominic Branson, godmother of Mark Klumpp and Brent Nielubowicz. Jan […]
Dear Editor, I have been involved in the planning of Independence Township for 17 years. I moved here in 1996 and immediately declared this was where we were going to raise our family. It was one of the last quaint small towns in North Oakland County. As the other communities south of here started going […]
Nancy Ann Fordon, of Waterford, formerly of St. Clair and West Bloomfield, passed away March 4, 2021 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of David Lee, Sr., for over 65 years. Loving mother of David (Terry) Fordon, cherished grandma of Katie (Josh) Evans and Krissy Fordon, proud “GG” of Landon, Cohen, and Addy. Nancy […]
The American Red Cross is sponsoring a blood drive on March 23, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the American Legion Post 377, 4819 Mary Sue Ave., Clarkston.
Margaret M. Love, of Clarkston, passed away February 21, 2021 at the age of 89. Preceded in death by husband, Byron. Mother of Ellis Love, Margo Love, and Heather (Brett) King, grandmother of Cameron and Ryan, sister of Albert (Maretta) Emmons and the late Rosemary Rushing. Margaret retired from Pontiac Community Schools as an elementary […]
BY MATT MACKINDER Clarkston News Editor Clarkston Community Schools returned to in-person learning five days a week on Monday. Superintendent Dr. Shawn Ryan said in his weekly communication that improving COVID-19 numbers in the area helped make this decision an easy one. “It is important to me as your superintendent to continue to look forward,” […]
BY MATT MACKINDER Clarkston News Editor Over his 43-plus years with Oakland County Parks and Recreation, Executive Officer Dan Stencil has created recreation experiences for millions of residents. Last month, the longtime Clarkston resident announced his retirement, hanging up his proverbial hiking boots to create leisure time for him and his family. “It’s been a […]
As of March 3, here are the reported number of COVID-19 cases, deaths, and new cases in the past 30 days for the Clarkston ZIP codes: March 3: 48346: 1,408 cases (78 new), 26 deaths 48348: 1,465 cases (95 new), 11 deaths 48350: 406 cases (23 new), 6 deaths As compared to February 24: 48346: […]
Michelle McGrath’s kindergarten class at Everest Academy is excited to know that March is Reading Month at the Clarkston-based school. Photo provided