By Megan Kelley Editor mkelley@mihomepaper.com INDEPENDENCE TWP. — During its meeting on May 20, the Independence Township Board of Trustees approved an assessing contract with Springfield Township by a 5-1 vote. Trustee Sam Moraco cast the lone nay vote and Trustee Jim Tedder was absent from the meeting. The board also approved a budget amendment […]
Standing on a stage in front of about 100+ community leaders to deliver a keynote address sounds intimidating. OK, it is intimidating, but as it turns out, it’s also inspiring. We can attest, as our team, including Publisher Wes Smith, Advertising Director Pete Clinton and myself had the privilege of delivering the opening keynote at […]
James C. “Jim” Shannon Jr. of Weeki Wachee, Florida passed away on October 27, 2024 at the age of 76. Husband to Edie for 32 years, father of Michelle (Ben) Detavernier, brother of Brenda Bradshaw, stepfather of Jennifer (Dan) Besson and Tera (Jason) Jowske; grandfather of Madison and Zachary; step-grandfather of Abigail, Emma, Nathan, Isaac, […]
Thomas “Tom” Leptinsky age 72, died as a result of heart complications on May 29, 2025. Loving husband of Heidi, devoted father of Andrea Leptinsky, Thomas and Kirk Leptinsky, Audrey (Luke) DiCarlo, Mellissa (Jake) Wood, Amanda (Clarence) Egbert, and Stephanie (Max) Outsen; adored Papa of Joseph, Elias, Olivia, Samuel, Asher, Richard, Seth, Arianna, Henry, Estella, […]
Paula Sue Lacey; of Ortonville formerly of Pontiac; born on May 5, 1947 to Peter and Irene Notch; passed away on May 25, 2025 at the age of 78. Wife of Paul for 58 years; mother of Paul Lacey; grandmother of Eloise, Spencer and Elea; sister of Joy (Jerry) Buck and Judy (Tom) Bailey; mother […]
Kory Gene Michael Kovach; of Davisburg; born August 29, 2002 in Pontiac; passed away suddenly on May 22, 2025 at the age of 22; Beloved son of Shelly and Eddie; Grandson of Jane and Gary Gene Roberts and the late Elaine & the late Herb Foerster; Nephew of Michael (Emily) Roberts, Sue (Gary) Polonis and […]
Sherill Dettore Baker, long-time resident of Clarkston, MI. Born February 13th, 1949 in Highland Park, MI to Louis and Marie Dettore; passed away on May 25, 2025 at the age of 76. Wife of Bruce Baker for 19 years. Mother of Tony Dettore (Sabra), Michael Allingham (Andrea), and Ana Allingham (Shannon). Stepmother to Scott (Mary) […]
Richard Allen Southern, of Clarkston Michigan, 80, went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2025. Richard “Judge” Southern was born in Missoula, Montana January 12, 1945, to Robert Neil Southern and Ethel Pons Southern. Growing up in Montana, Richard’s early years developed a deep love for the outdoors enjoying hunting, fishing, camping, and […]
WATERFORD MONTESSORI ACADEMY WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 17, 2025 AT 4860 MIDLAND,WATERFORD,AT 5:30P.M. for the purpose of reviewing the 2025-26 general operating budget. A copy of the budget will be available for public inspection at this location one week prior to the hearing. Individuals requiring special accommodations to attend this meeting should contact […]
By Megan Kelley Editor mkelley@mihomepaper.com CLARKSTON — As construction on I-75 takes its toll on Clarkston residents, the City of the Village of Clarkston has continued to try and alleviate the stress on both the roads and its residents with little success. According to City Manager Jonathan Smith, much of the problem comes from the […]