Readers react to latest face mask requirement

Readers react to latest face mask requirement

Last Friday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a new face mask/covering order that requires all people in Michigan to wear a mask when in an indoor business or when in a crowded outdoor space. Anyone found to be in violation of this order faces a $500 fine but no jail time, and businesses must refuse entry […]

Kids of all ages can enjoy art during summer months

Kids of all ages can enjoy art during summer months

BY BRIANNA HAYES Clarkston News Intern Local art instructor and owner of The Artist’s Apprentice, Pamela Palmer, has fun activities for children to this summer. Palmer teaches many different art camps and lessons throughout the year. After being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic much like other summer camps, Palmer received the green light from […]

Letter to the Editor: Confidently voting for Moreau

Dear Editor, To our Springfield Township neighbors: We have known Laura Moreau for several years through community action groups and Dave’s role as Springfield Township Trustee and Planning Commissioner. We can confidently recommend her for the position of Springfield Township Supervisor. Laura excels at identifying opportunities, analyzing issues and taking the lead to implement changes. […]

No gym? No problem for Clarkston resident

No gym? No problem for Clarkston resident

BY BRIANNA HAYES Clarkston News Intern Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most gyms still have their doors closed in the state of Michigan. While some have moved to virtual classes for their members, others have remained patiently waiting for the ‘OK’ by Governor Gretchen Whitmer to reopen. Nicki Warner, a Clarkston resident and an instructor […]

Public Notice: Township Board minutes, July 7

SYNOPSIS TAKEN BY THE TOWNSHIP BOARD THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF INDEPENDENCE July 7, 2020 A. A virtual Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Independence Board was called to order at 6:00 p.m. B. The Pledge of Allegiance was given. C. ROLL CALL: Present: Kittle, Neubeck, Loughrin, Aliaga, Brown, Nallamothu, Ritchie Absent: None Also Present: […]

Public Notice: Zoning Board of Appeals, Aug. 5 agenda

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. LOCATION: Independence Township Hall 6483 Waldon Center Drive, Clarkston, MI 48346 Via Cisco Webex Meetings Access Code: 132 565 5619 Meeting Password: Indtwp A. CALL TO ORDER B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES […]

Public Notice: State primary election – Independence Township

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF INDEPENDENCE NOTICE OF ELECTION State Primary ELECTION Tuesday, august 4, 2020 TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP: Notice is hereby given that a State Primary election will be held in Independence Township on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. At the following […]

Notice to Creditors: Betty J. Hargraves

state of michigan FILE NO: probate court 2020-395, 044-de county of oakland notice to creditors Decedent’s Estate Estate of Betty J. Hargraves, Deceased. Date of birth: 11/19/1933 TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Betty J. Hargraves, Deceased, died August 20, 2019 Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate […]

Notice to Creditors: Stephen T. Saunders

state of michigan FILE NO: probate court 2020-395, 086-DE county of oakland notice to creditors Decedent’s Estate Estate of STEPHEN T. SAUNDERS. Date of birth: 5/22/1937 TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, STEPHEN T. SAUNDERS, died 5/14/2020 Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred […]

Argument turns to assault

In the early morning hours of July 9, officers were called to the 400 block of Crimson King Circle for a welfare check.  A 31-year-old Clarkston man was banging on the door of the caller, saying he had been assaulted and needed help.  When officers arrived, they found the man with visible injuries to his […]