Residents to vote on additional proposals in Nov. 5 election

By Megan Kelley Editor mkelley@mihomepaper.com INDEPENDENCE TWP. — With election day on the horizon, Independence Township residents are going to cast their votes for more than just elected officials. On the ballot are also three proposals: the Oakland County Parks and Recreation millage, the Clarkston Community Schools non-homestead operating millage and, for city residents, the […]

Independence Twp. Board votes to approve building dept. fee increases

By Megan Kelley Editor mkelley@mihomepaper.com INDEPENDENCE TWP. — During its meeting on Oct. 22, the Independence Township Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve changes and increases to the building department’s fee schedule. According to David Moran, Director and Official of the township’s building department, there are several reasons that these changes are necessary. The […]

Local boy scouts get hands-on experience with SRT

Local boy scouts get hands-on experience with SRT

Ryan Legg tests his strength by swinging the battering ram. Photo provided. By Megan Kelley Editor mkelley@mihomepaper.com INDEPENDENCE TWP. — Over the summer, Boy Scout Troop 189 were treated to an interactive presentation from a Special Response Team (SRT) where the boys were able to learn a little bit about the group and get some […]

Helen M. Jenks, 98

Helen M. Jenks, 98

Helen M. Jenks of Clarkston; passed away on October 22, 2024; age 98. Preceded in death by her husband Lloyd, her sons Larry, and Roger (late Glenda) Jenks, her grandson, Mike, and several brothers and sisters. Loving mother of Dianne (late Mark) Phalen and Dan (Marsha) Jenks. Proud grandmother of Bobbi (Dan) Craig, Tammy (Scott) […]

Edward David Stone, 83

Edward David Stone, 83

Edward David Stone of Clarkston formerly of Otisville and Davison; was born October 14, 1941 in Rockville Centre, New York to Edward and Frances Stone; passed away October 25, 2024 at the age of 83. Dedicated Husband of Jane for 58 years; Adoring Father of Renee (Tom) Klimkowski and Gina-Marie (Bill) Oliver; Doting Grandfather “Papa” […]

Jon F. Barnhard, 79

Jon F. Barnhard, 79

Jon F. Barnhart of Waterford passed away with his family by his side on October 23, 2024, age 79. Loving husband of Celina for 59 years, dear father of Joanna (Jim) Papiez, Janine (Darren) Ofiara, and Jason Barnhart; proud papa of Chelsea Willyard, Emily Papiez, Grace Papiez, and Lilah Papiez; dear brother of Thomas (Beverly) […]

Gene Michael Bauer, 74

Gene Michael Bauer, 74

Gene Michael Bauer; of Clarkston; passed away on October 23, 2024, with his family by his side; at the age of 74. Born in Rochester, Michigan on May 6, 1950, he was a son to the late Erwin G. and Dorothy C. (nee. Weiss) Bauer. Beloved husband of Adelene M. Bauer for 50 wonderful years; […]

Robert M. Rigonan, 87

Robert M. Rigonan, 87

Robert M. “Bob” Rigonan of Clarkston; passed away on October 20, 2024; age 87. Beloved husband of Carol for 60 years. Loving father of Dawn (Ron) Dasbach, Scott (Shelly) Rigonan, and Brian Rigonan. Proud grandfather of Jeremy (Haleigh) Rigonan, Alexandria (Spencer) Lee, Cade Rigonan, and Christopher (Margaret) Dasbach. Loved great grandfather of Siena Lee. Dearest […]

Public Notice: Public Hearing Independence Township Planning Commission Nov. 14

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING November 14, 2024 INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Please take notice that the Independence Township Planning Commission, Oakland County, Michigan, will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering a Planned Unit Development Amendment. The meeting will be via Microsoft Teams online and […]

Public Notice: Public Hearing for Independence Township Planning Commission public hearing Nov. 14

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING November 14, 2024 INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Please take notice that the Independence Township Planning Commission, Oakland County, Michigan, will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering a Special Land Use. The meeting will be via Microsoft Teams online and at […]

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