Imagine flying over the city on a magic carpet, being in a relationship with a kind-hearted vampire or single-handedly saving the universe from imminent disaster in a victorious light saber battle. All of this is possible at Orion Township Public Library just by opening a book during their summer reading program. The summer reading program […]
A shish kabob made with grilled chicken marinated in lemon juice and oregano is Khalil Nagi’s favorite dish on Olive Leaves’ menu. This menu item, called the shish tawook lemon oregano, is one of the many different choices offered at Olive Leaves, one of the latest restaurants to open in Lake Orion. Nagi is the […]
By Monica Drake Review Intern Most non-profit organizations hold marathons to raise money for their specific cause. But St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital came up with a new way to raise money for their foundation. St. Jude holds Trike-a-Thons for day care centers and preschools nationwide. This gives children ages 2-5 the chance to help […]
I’ve always thought of life like a rose. Sometimes beauty, happiness and strength can only grow from pain, just like the rose has thorns. To me, it was no coincidence that my grandma, Genevieve Drake, loved red roses. She went through so many struggles, but was also the strongest woman I have ever known. She […]
Corvettes from 1953 to 2008 lined the lawn at Canterbury Village in Lake Orion. Young and old alike, along with their furry family members, came to ogle at the American-made sports vehicles, which have become a symbol of our culture. All proceeds from the silent auction, which totalled over $5,000, went to the Leader Dogs […]
Lake Orion students will graduate from college in the next couple years and, in turn, try to find a career. But with the downfall of the economy, especially in Michigan, do they consider Lake Orion a permanent residence or just a starting point on life’s journey? Michigan’s unemployment rate is currently 14.1 percent. And economists […]
Many people picture dying as a white light at the end of a tunnel. Although dying is an unknown territory for the living, we have heard of this light from those who have flat-lined and came back to life. But not for Joe Lintol, Lake Orion resident and 1978 graduate of Lake Orion High School. […]
It wasn’t about winning games for Dennis Davis. ‘It’s not the wins. I’ve had over 530 wins; that’s a lot,? said Davis, Lake Orion’s varsity girls? softball coach, who has decided to hang up his hat. Instead, what he has enjoyed the most in 37 years of coaching are the people he’s met and had […]
I can still remember the faded 1930’s Mickey Mouse tattoo Forrest had on his upper arm he said was inked during his years in the service. I remember Forrest’s love for red and white peppermint candies and his even greater love for Pete, who was not only his dog, but also his best friend. I […]
Tired of the normal hustle and bustle, the technology and the stress of 21st century shopping? Nancy Smith, Amy Carrier and Linda Sexton have created a portal back in time right here in downtown Lake Orion. This little shop, located at 20 N. Broadway, is called The Angel, the Witch and the Old Crow. The […]